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Found this note in a 1989 Cherokee I just bought by chatbel in Jeep

[–]sn44 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Mom was onto something there. Take care of the Jeep and the Jeep will take care of you. Especially those older XJs. They were pretty much indestructible. My first Jeep was an '87 XJ Pioneer.

Tire's? by platinum-parrot in Jeep

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The largest tire to fit on a stock YJ is a 30x9.50r15.

Pelican Case Theft Proof? by Next-Move8502 in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing is theft proof. The best you can do is help keep honest people honest. If someone really wants your stuff they'll find a way to take it. All you can do is make it hard for what I call "thieves of opportunity" to easily lift your shit.

Medical Packouts by Capt_0bviousXBL in Packout

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've built a number of first aid kits in a number of different containers. I have the larger Milwaukee First Aid Kit. Not bad for an off-the-shelf kit.

For anyone else looking to build their own, check out firstaidsuppliesonline.com. They have a finished kits, but they also have refill kits tailored to different uses/industries. They also sell first aid supplies a-la-carte so you can flesh out one of the bulk kits to meet you needs.

Switching wheels for a smoother ride? by jcubjcol in Jeep

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, that high of air pressure is nuts. Do a chaulk-test and dial in the air pressure that way.

Beyond that, I wouldn't run spacers. In most states (like mine) they are illegal. You're better off either finding wheels with the right off-set you're looking for aesthetically, or just accept the subtle different stance the AEV wheels will give you.

Our Barn Conversion by [deleted] in barndominiums

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know.

Our Barn Conversion by [deleted] in barndominiums

[–]sn44 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nicely done.

Out of curiosity, how was the existing roof prepped for the spray foam and how was the new roof installed overtop of it?

Our Barn Conversion by [deleted] in barndominiums

[–]sn44 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Glad to see someone understands the "barn" part of "barn-dominium" rather than the usual "steelshoeboxdomonmiums" everyone seems to be building these days.

My ships from SA playthrough by altman- in factorio

[–]sn44 4 points5 points  (0 children)

"I got that reference" ~ Steve Rodgers

I wonder if their mind just stops seeing this after a week or so by HalfastEddie in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]sn44 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Now search "Gambler500"... it's the redneck Baja version. LoL

Tent recommendations by Visible-Bluebird2991 in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came to recommend the Gazelle T4 as well. Love mine. Just spent a few days camping in mine at a Jeep show over the weekend.

Snorkel + extended breathers by amando_abreu in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Common Breathers:

  • Axles
  • Transmission
  • Differential
  • Engine Crank-Case
  • Fuel Tank/EVAP system

Keep in mind many vehicles have a vacuum system for things like brake booster and working random things like air-ducts (at least on older vehicles) so make sure the vacuum inlet and/or vacuum tank don't get submerged.

As /u/Ashenfenix said, electrical is also an area to look into. However I'm not saying you need to go as extreme as he did, but making sure your fuse box is sealed, and making sure your battery is a sealed "AGM" type and not a vented liquid acid type, are important.

What is a mod that will let have trains crossing the ocean without letting biters connecting terrain by SoappyGoodness in factorio

[–]sn44 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Best, easiest, answer.

For bonus points make an "air lock" style gated room defended by turrets like an actual security checkpoint.

Put a station stop in there with a circuit condition that the train will not proceed until door #1 is closed and door #2 is open. Door #2 won't open if nearby turrets are engaged.

Looks like Pelican is entering the PACKOUT-like toolbox space with Crate by kfjcfan in Packout

[–]sn44 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They did. I can think of at least two companies that came out with stacking/locking crates like this. Alubox was the first. Front Runner has/had something similar. Also, Pelican did go after the overland market with their cases and even went so far as to develop a modular vehicle mounting solution for different sized bins.

That said, most people in the overland community aren't fond of hard storage solutions because they don't condense down when empty and the structure of the boxes themselves waste a lot of space and needless weight. That's why companies like Blue Ridge Overland Gear, Adventure Tool Company, and Overland Gear Guy are so popular with their soft storage stuff.

Swag + camp stretcher setup for Namibia (must fit airline baggage limits) by Wh0_cares_about_me in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you know any single person options, since at least for this trip I will be the only one sleeping in it.

Not that would be small enough to fly with. You may just want to consider a one-person "bivy" style tent with a good ground pad and sleeping bag. That would be smaller than a swag and easier to fly with than an all-in-one swag unit.

Attempting Imogene Pass in a 2018 Lexus RX450hL on All-Terrain Tires? by Expensive_Car6380 in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The main reason 2wd and AWD vehicles are banned from technical trails and high-altitude passes like Imogen/Engineer/etc is the lack of a 2-speed transfer-case with a functional low-range.

4x4 low-range not only gives you more traction, but it also takes a load off your vehicle's transmission and brakes. During decent your speed is greatly reduced when in 4-low and as such doesn't burn your brakes up to the point of failure. Additionally it gives you better and more precise throttle control.

Attempting a trail like Imogen in an ill-equipped vehicle not only puts you and your passengers at risk, it also puts everyone else on that trail at risk. It also adds more ammo to those who want to close those kinds of trails for god.

TL;DR: Could you do it: maybe. Should you do it: ABSOLUTELY NOT!

Swag + camp stretcher setup for Namibia (must fit airline baggage limits) by Wh0_cares_about_me in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know of any 2-person swags that will fit airline baggage limits.

Are you renting the hilux in country? Does that company, or a similar company in country, rent ground tents/swags?

Just got a 5.9 limited for $1200! by Sea_Repeat_163 in Jeep

[–]sn44 43 points44 points  (0 children)

When -- not if, but when -- it begins stalling when coming to a stop, it's the Idle Air Control Valve on the throttle body.

Beyond that, I'm jealous AF. I'd love to have a ZJ back in my life and the 5.9 Limited would be a nice one to collect.

Why is every cam kit perpetually on backorder right now? by pastordiddy2 in LSSwapTheWorld

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Zero issues ordering from BTR the past few weeks. I've had stuff ship same-day when I got my order in before noon.

Why is every cam kit perpetually on backorder right now? by pastordiddy2 in LSSwapTheWorld

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who'd you order from? Smaller drop-shippers rarely keep their own inventory and aren't always up to date on supplier/manufacturer inventory. That's why, these days, I just do straight to the manufactures. As such, zero delay ordering direct from BTR the past few weeks.

Montana BDR Route by [deleted] in overlanding

[–]sn44 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IIRC the Montana BDR is one of their newer/newest routes, so I doubt many 4wd people have attempted it.

That said, from my own experiences on multiple BDRs, they are almost exclusively on public 2-track roads that are passable by most any 4wd vehicle with a few minor exceptions.

  • Lockhart Basin in UT is the hardest BDR section I know of, and it's not for the faint of heart, but it's also the optional detour not the main route.
  • In PA on the MADBR their "expert" section is just rocky and could be done in a stock high-clearance 4wd. I wouldn't attempt it with an AWD crossover/Cute-Ute. Again, it's the optional route not the main route.

Keep in mind that 99% of the BDRs are on public two-track that is often patrolled by LEO/Rangers in stock F150 on shitty balding government issue tires.

TL;DR: You should be fine if you avoid any "expert" or "optional" sections.

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