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SVO ....Small Vehicle Overlanding
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Anyone go old school and try something like the 2 door AWD AMC Eagles? Excellent ground clearance, low center of gravity and short wheel base, not sure on mpg though.
or the 4 door version
Yeah I am an stuck in the past :(.
My 1958 fc-170 build in progress is a 103" wheel base factory so that puts it in the SVO category as its shorter than a Jeep compass or kia sportage. But I'll bow out as it has a 9 ft bed so storage isn't an issue.
or the 4 door version
Yeah I am an stuck in the past :(.
My 1958 fc-170 build in progress is a 103" wheel base factory so that puts it in the SVO category as its shorter than a Jeep compass or kia sportage. But I'll bow out as it has a 9 ft bed so storage isn't an issue.
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Anyone added/upgraded front recovery points on an older Escape? My primary rigs are my Jeeps, but alas, I had to yank a Tundra last week down in civilization with the Rustwagon. I carry all the recovery basics, and wound up wrapping my recovery straps on the "T" of the frame in front; I don't trust those thin tow points as far as I throw them. This was an easier task than on most Escapes, as my dog ripped the plastic front air dam off getting a woodrat, but still a messy proposition crawling under, really fun in a skirt!
I have a shackled receiver hitch for the back, but wanted to use my reverse for a lower gearing getting this guy out.
I have a shackled receiver hitch for the back, but wanted to use my reverse for a lower gearing getting this guy out.
A thing to note on escapes the 1st gear is 2.89:1 vs reverse being 2.31:1 . You are better off towing in first to utilize the best possible gear ratio.
As for a front tow point , just get a front mount reciever hitch like this one.
https://www.etrailer.com/fmr-2005_Ford_Escape.htm
As for a front tow point , just get a front mount reciever hitch like this one.
https://www.etrailer.com/fmr-2005_Ford_Escape.htm
I have a 2016 Renegade, it's perfect for my uses and quite capable given it's size and cost. Fully stock now but plan to add the following minor updates:
1. AT tires (likely need to downsize the 18" wheels first)
2. Roof basket (need to find one that doesn't interfere with the removable MySky roof)
Hoping to find some good southern/central New England trails Class IV roads
1. AT tires (likely need to downsize the 18" wheels first)
2. Roof basket (need to find one that doesn't interfere with the removable MySky roof)
Hoping to find some good southern/central New England trails Class IV roads
Always good to see another Renegade owner. I've got 16" wheels on mine with 225/75R16 KO2 tires. No roof rack yet, but I hope to have a winch installed this weekend.
Nicely done. Looking at this is getting my brain thinking again about some ideas for my Forster.2014 Rav4 AWD at Big Shell Beach PINS
Sleeping platform and storage.
Needs a lift and skid plate to follow the trails.
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My "in a pinch" mobile when the other is in the shop. 2013 Hyundai Sante Fe
I saw this vehicle the other day and thought of this thread:
And no, I haven't checked the entire thread to see if it is already in here. My apologies if this has been beat to death. It looks like a fun package. Much too small for my family of 5, but great for one person and maybe two.
And no, I haven't checked the entire thread to see if it is already in here. My apologies if this has been beat to death. It looks like a fun package. Much too small for my family of 5, but great for one person and maybe two.
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I saw this vehicle the other day and thought of this thread:
And no, I haven't checked the entire thread to see if it is already in here. My apologies if this has been beat to death. It looks like a fun package. Much too small for my family of 5, but great for one person and maybe two.
Love the Isuzu VehiCross. A very unusual vehicle, the rear gate opens to either side of the vehicle. And from what I understand it is a capable little off roader.
Would love to get one if I could.
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Wow!I saw this vehicle the other day and thought of this thread:
And no, I haven't checked the entire thread to see if it is already in here. My apologies if this has been beat to death. It looks like a fun package. Much too small for my family of 5, but great for one person and maybe two.
Now that is the smallest overland vehicle I have ever seen. I think it's missing an OB badge on it? 
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I saw this vehicle the other day and thought of this thread:
wow...
And no, I haven't checked the entire thread to see if it is already in here. My apologies if this has been beat to death. It looks like a fun package. Much too small for my family of 5, but great for one person and maybe two.
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It's been a little while since I've posted, so I thought I'd share an update. Work continues on my 2016 Jeep Renegade. Some recent additions:
- Front Runner roof rack
- Front Runner roof-top tent (not pictured)
- Valkyrie Limb risers
- Valkyrie Ladder
- Teraflex 1.5" lift
- Cobra CB and Firestik antenna.
- Overland bound emblems :-)
I'm sure I'm missing things, but you get the idea. I have a seemingly endless list of potential improvements... I need to build up my inventory of recovery gear and camping equipment, and the Renegade aftermarket is starting to really take off... currently considering a new front bumper and winch. I could always use more lighting, particularly rock lights.
Happy to answer any Renegade specific questions here or via private message.
- Front Runner roof rack
- Front Runner roof-top tent (not pictured)
- Valkyrie Limb risers
- Valkyrie Ladder
- Teraflex 1.5" lift
- Cobra CB and Firestik antenna.
- Overland bound emblems :-)
I'm sure I'm missing things, but you get the idea. I have a seemingly endless list of potential improvements... I need to build up my inventory of recovery gear and camping equipment, and the Renegade aftermarket is starting to really take off... currently considering a new front bumper and winch. I could always use more lighting, particularly rock lights.
Happy to answer any Renegade specific questions here or via private message.
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Sweet looking rig. I like the black accents against the red.
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Oh right, I chatted with you briefly. I took a few photos of your rig, I thought it was very well built. :-)
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Just joined the forum. Hello from Florida! @Luis Merlo it's great to see someone committed to the Soul! You now have a brother in that area, I look forward to learning from you and the rest of the SVO gang.
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