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IMG_1719.jpeg 2018 4 Runner Rig - 2.5" life with Dobson shocks, Offroad tires, SouthernStyle front bumper with integrated LED and winch, Ditch lights from Rago, Dual battery with CTEK 250 DC/DC charger, waterproof Relay box with switches on dash, 857D ham radio installed for all band operation. Not really broken in yet - just poking around Maine to date. Hoping to get out west this Spring.IMG_1731.jpgIMG_1723.jpeg IMG_1722.jpeg
 
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Jeffrey Hanke said:
View attachment 83450 2018 4 Runner Rig - 2.5" life with Dobson shocks, Offroad tires, SouthernStyle front bumper with integrated LED and winch, Ditch lights from Rago, Dual battery with CTEK 250 DC/DC charger, waterproof Relay box with switches on dash, 857D ham radio installed for all band operation. Not really broken in yet - just poking around Maine to date. Hoping to get out west this Spring.View attachment 83447View attachment 83448 View attachment 83449
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Sweet looking Rig!!! Was the dual battery system an easy install, I have this same option my wish list. Great looking Bumper w/ Winch combo!
 
Jeffrey Hanke

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Thanks for the comment on the Rig. For the the dual battery system, it took quite a bit of researching time to figure out what I wanted, but once I decided was relatively easy to install, and blended well with the engine compartment and dash. Biggest decisions were the relay box and how to connect the 2 batteries in a way that doesn't interfere with starter battery and electronics of vehicle. I opted for CTEK250 DC/DC charger vs direct switchable link as isolates the house battery and the charger maintains it. I can always jump off the house battery with short jumper cable if ever needed. I went with a Universal Offroad Waterproof Cooper Bussmann Off Road Fuse Box Relay Panel assembled and sold by bodoke0326 on ebay for $129. This is a very well build box and fit easily in the engine compartment. I ran relays from it to my dash for LED/ditch lights and the ham radio. Im very happy with it. I ca ndig out the wiring diagram if interested.

I see you're in NC as well. I recently moved to Southport area as I just retired. My 4 Runner still in Maine but will be bringing down this Spring for some 4running around. Where do you go?
 
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Jeffrey Hanke said:
Thanks for the comment on the Rig. For the the dual battery system, it took quite a bit of researching time to figure out what I wanted, but once I decided was relatively easy to install, and blended well with the engine compartment and dash. Biggest decisions were the relay box and how to connect the 2 batteries in a way that doesn't interfere with starter battery and electronics of vehicle. I opted for CTEK250 DC/DC charger vs direct switchable link as isolates the house battery and the charger maintains it. I can always jump off the house battery with short jumper cable if ever needed. I went with a Universal Offroad Waterproof Cooper Bussmann Off Road Fuse Box Relay Panel assembled and sold by bodoke0326 on ebay for $129. This is a very well build box and fit easily in the engine compartment. I ran relays from it to my dash for LED/ditch lights and the ham radio. Im very happy with it. I ca ndig out the wiring diagram if interested.

I see you're in NC as well. I recently moved to Southport area as I just retired. My 4 Runner still in Maine but will be bringing down this Spring for some 4running around. Where do you go?
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Well I do not go anywhere right now I'm a Civilian Contractor in Afghanistan however, I've been to the Outer Banks a few times and the Western part of NC King NC my dad lives out there. I retired in 2011 from the military Ft Bragg. I'm originally from New Hampshire my wife is from Maine.
 
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Outter Banks is on my hit list. I hope to hit the NC/TN mountains as well. My father lives outside of Knoxville. Where in NH/ME you from? Our cabin place in Maine is in Belgrade Lakes region. We used to go to NH a lot when we lived/worked in MA. ME has some nice areas to ride.
 
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Jeffrey Hanke said:
Outter Banks is on my hit list. I hope to hit the NC/TN mountains as well. My father lives outside of Knoxville. Where in NH/ME you from? Our cabin place in Maine is in Belgrade Lakes region. We used to go to NH a lot when we lived/worked in MA. ME has some nice areas to ride.
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I just posted a thread today on the FORUMS under Q&A Trails "Questions & Answers" about the Outer Banks trail. I'm from a small town Mason NH just SE of Manchester & Concord. My wife was from Buxton ME.
 
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I just posted a thread today on the FORUMS under Q&A Trails "Questions & Answers" about the Outer Banks trail. I'm from a small town Mason NH just SE of Manchester & Concord. My wife was from Buxton ME.
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Jeffrey Hanke said:
Outter Banks is on my hit list. I hope to hit the NC/TN mountains as well. My father lives outside of Knoxville. Where in NH/ME you from? Our cabin place in Maine is in Belgrade Lakes region. We used to go to NH a lot when we lived/worked in MA. ME has some nice areas to ride.
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Just a few Threads posted lately under FORUMS
OVERLAND Q&A

Trail Q&A

Latest: NC's Outer Banks Cape Lookout National Seashore South Core
latest: Trans American Trail Fishing Licences Permits / Camp Sites
latest: Where should I start when planning to travel the TAT?

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Latest: Besides purchasing the Magnisum Superchatger how can I increase my 5th GEN 4Runner HP
latest: Mechanical Problems vs Navigation Problems vs Logistical Problems
 
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