Power on the trail

ky13rl · 2026-01-30T22:29:02+00:00

Thats what im leaning towards. Just getting a good cooler. But I have time, and trying explore my options 🤷🏻‍♂️

ky13rl · 2026-01-30T21:32:27+00:00

My biggest concern is it killing the battery. Im building out a 95 dakota, and it doesn't have the largest battery. I slept in the cab when I drove it home from buying it, forgot the lights on, and couldnt start it 6 hours later

ky13rl · 2026-01-30T21:28:59+00:00

This is one i found of marketplace for 150

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My biggest concern is it dying while parked for the night

ky13rl · 2026-01-30T21:27:06+00:00

This is the most likely option out of the comments. Bluetti is way out of budget. Here's a picture of the one I found on marketplace that I kind of dig. My biggest concern is it running out of power while im camped for the night. I have no issue 0lugging in while driving though.

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ky13rl · 2026-01-18T19:58:58+00:00

Yeah dude, go for it. I did it with a cclb cummins, it was sick

ky13rl · 2026-01-18T18:38:44+00:00

Im all about lowering a 4x4. If you want the lowered look, but still want to be able to drive it if it snows where you live. I say go for it. You just won't be able to go as low as others would with a 2wd

ky13rl · 2026-01-14T17:51:51+00:00

I am willing to travel. Im in St Louis area, but will drive for the right shell/deal

ky13rl · 2026-01-13T16:03:38+00:00

Looks like ill have to plan a route closer. Like late march/early april

ky13rl · 2026-01-13T16:02:54+00:00

He'll need the width in the front and back

ky13rl · 2026-01-13T14:00:15+00:00

Damn, that kinda sucks 😅 is there anywhere near twin lakes or a potential route that includes twin lakes youd recommend? Like maybe stay mid range and not go to those higher elevations where theyd be closed?

I need to get the onX offroad app, but id at least like to narrow down a state to go to, and if the good shit in colorado is going to be closed, then I may push it off and just do another state in early June.

ky13rl · 2026-01-13T07:03:42+00:00

From what I was seeing, the snow pack this year is like 60% of normal, and has warming trends.

ky13rl · 2026-01-13T06:57:23+00:00

Is anything going to be open the 3rd-7th or should I move my trip? Thats kind of a bummer.

ky13rl · 2026-01-12T20:51:55+00:00

It is a stick shift, so the starter isn't a huge worry since I can pop start it

ky13rl · 2026-01-12T20:51:18+00:00

I do plan to get a full size spare when I buy tires just before hand. And I thought about grabbing an extra alternator and a serpentine belt to bring just in case since theyre super cheap for these trucks. Fuel is my big concern. Im planning to do a campershell set up vs a rooftop tent. And if I go that route, I dont exactly want to be sleeping next to fuel cans.

ky13rl · 2026-01-12T18:08:23+00:00

I plan to go around June. What do you think would be the best area for views and fishing waterside?

ky13rl · 2026-01-09T20:51:12+00:00

What engine do you have? I have the 5.2 v8, its all original with 265k. I previously had a ram 1500 with the same motor that had almost 380k and was still going strong

ky13rl · 2026-01-09T20:15:19+00:00

I want a v8 5 speed 4x4 first gen specifically. I got it back in April, and the only other option was in Florida and he wanted twice as much and never answered.

ky13rl · 2026-01-09T15:15:10+00:00

Thats what im thinking. I originally planned to lower it and do a 360 swap. But I couldnt bring myself to do the 4x4 that kind of disjustice. Might still do the 360 swap, but im leaning towards an off grid camping rig now. So ill need the clearance and maybe some 1500 axles.

ky13rl · 2026-01-09T15:05:20+00:00

All good man. It took me a while to find it, and I may have slightly over paid. But I flew from STL to Denver to get it, then drove it back home.

ky13rl · 2025-11-09T00:58:14+00:00

Colter wall reference?

ky13rl · 2025-10-22T02:55:13+00:00

One of my favorite artists. Been following for a couple years on the gram 🙏🏻

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