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  • J
    Thank you so much cwella! We've actually changed our plans and are renting a Jeep for the week as we come through Colorado Springs...
  • C
    cwella replied to the thread Southeast Overlanding?.
    That sounds like an amazing adventure ahead! Since you’ll be in Orlando in August, you might enjoy exploring some of Florida’s natural...
  • genocache
    genocache reacted to cwella's post in the thread Saving a 2001 Land Rover Discovery with Like Like.
    That’s a great find! It sounds like you’ve put a lot of thought into what you really want from a vehicle, and the Discovery seems like a...
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    cwella replied to the thread Water Purification System.
    I’ve been looking into the same thing. Carrying several 7-gallon jugs takes up a lot of space and weight, so a reliable filtration setup...
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    cwella replied to the thread Storing Tap Water in Vehicle.
    Use a clean, food grade water container and sanitize it before filling. Treated tap water can usually be stored as is, but for storage...
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    cwella replied to the thread Southeast Overlanding?.
    Welcome to the overlanding community! You’re definitely in the right place. A lot of the regional threads can be quiet, but there are...
  • Michael
    Michael reacted to cwella's post in the thread Colfax Campers? with Like Like.
    I’d be interested in hearing real world feedback on this as well. I’m especially curious about how the Colfax Camper drawer systems hold...
  • C
    cwella replied to the thread Trail Ready bumpers.
    That’s a great example of how quickly costs can change in the overlanding world. It sounds like you made a smart decision getting the...
  • C
    I have an 04 4Runner and have been trying out different mounting options. I recently switched from a Ram Mounts suction cup in the...
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    cwella replied to the thread Books/Reading Material.
    I’d recommend checking out The Complete Walker IV, SAS Survival Handbook, and Bushcraft 101. They cover everything from backpacking...
  • C
    That’s a great find! It sounds like you’ve put a lot of thought into what you really want from a vehicle, and the Discovery seems like a...
  • C
    That’s an awesome find! A 1990 HDJ81 with the 1HD-T and factory triple lockers is a seriously special truck. The fact that it handled an...
  • C
    Finally got around to sharing mine. Spent some time giving the rig some love, checking things over, and taking care of a few little...
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    cwella replied to the thread Bed suggestions.
    I’d try a high density foam pad or a low profile camping mattress cut to fit your space. Since you’ve already lost some height, a...
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    cwella reacted to A Sour Kraut's post in the thread Pacific crest planning with Like Like.
    Thanks! I forgot to ask if you happen to know if Oregon generally has campfire bands that time of the year? With the massive drought in...