NorCal Kayak Anglers
Kayak Zone => Gearing Up and Rigging Up => Topic started by: mooch on July 28, 2008, 11:34:13 PM
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Old School Bronco
Proud owner: Sean / Piscean from Bonny Doon
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Old nissan pick-up truck
Proud owner: Mike / Goutless Angler from San Mateo
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International Scout
Proud owner: Joe / Skyboy formerly from Pacifica (now residing in Idaho)
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beautiful old scout!
used to have a hard top version
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'91 Toyota pickup, 220K and still running strong!
Pete Rabbitt, Sunnyvale CA
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f4/usagi_pj/91Toy.jpg)
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:smt090 Ummm I don't have a "beater" Does that mean I can't post here?
02' Dodge Ram 2500 QC 4x4 CTD. (No pics on this pc, at work)
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'91 Toyota pickup, 220K and still running strong!
Pete Rabbitt, Sunnyvale CA
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f4/usagi_pj/91Toy.jpg)
Usagi, was that picture taken on the dam at Bear River Reservoir? Looks familiar... catch any macs that day?
Backcountry
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So, um, Mooch, so far the only one that really looks like a "beater" is Goutless' red beast with the custom 2x4 rack (sorry Mike). :smt002
Old school Bronco? Classic & looks to be in pretty good shape...
Joe's old topless Scout? Looks pretty clean...
Toyota Pickup with 220K miles? Find one on every corner! :smt001
Let's see some serious jalopies - you know, rusted out floors to aid with the Flintstone braking; different color doors & hoods from the junk yard; cardboard windows; red-taped tail lights; duct tape; Bondo; primer; maybe even some custom body modification courtesy of Sawzall!
I'm sure all these vehicles have been around the block a few times,
but where are the cars that look like they've just limped home from battle :smt062 :smt068
or obviously made it through some wild days & nights of a misspent youth :headbang:
or simply survived the sixties?!! :hippy2:
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Usagi, was that picture taken on the dam at Bear River Reservoir? Looks familiar... catch any macs that day?
Yes :smt001 and no :smt009. Didn't catch anything...I'm going to post a report as soon as I upload the rest of the pics, but the short story is I got skunked.
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'91 Civic w/ about 198,000 miles on her. Only seen the mechanic twice. A true champ!!
Z
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20+mpg on the Highway, don't ask about city :smt009
Can leave on the side of the road because nobody wants these anymore,
Not a Beater, but becoming a Dinosaur like yestetrday,....
With Kids, Dog, wife and Gear, Small won't cut it..
TV, Vcr, DVD and Video games... :smt020 ( Head phones for the Kids... ) Ahh, Peace and Quiet..... :smt001
Seats 7 and is Cavernous inside, even in these despirate MPG Times.... Love It!!!! :smt007
Just Close my Eyes and pump......$$$$$$$$$. :smt002
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So, um, Mooch, so far the only one that really looks like a "beater" is Goutless' red beast with the custom 2x4 rack (sorry Mike).
You are correct, perhaps I should just change the subject line to: "Post your Official Kayak Carrier" :smt002
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Here's mine, '89 toyota pickup with 260,000 miles.
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Mooch, all in good fun - it's a good thread. Most of us wouldn't be able to get to to the water w/out our yak carriers, beaters or not! Looks like this sparked some more action on this thread - 3 more added since yesterday.
Here's mine, '89 toyota pickup with 260,000 miles.
Right on! 260K, do I hear 270...270...270?
So far we have 220K & 260K on a Toyota p/u;
There's gotta be higher-mileage ones out there.
Mine only has a mere 205K... :smt001
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It'll take me a few more years, but I have an '01 4Runner with 153,000 (mostly fishing) miles on it.
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01 chevy 1/2 ton 180K miles, rack from C/L modified to fit on this truck and my 1984 chevy 1/2 ton
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Snapperhead, I'm far from an engineer, but that seems like a lot of yak to hang off the back of your truck with only one visible strap holding those puppies down. Hope nothing goes wrong for you.
Michael
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da mooch mobile....
2000 Toyota Tacoma :worship :worship :worship (truly a reliable work horse built in a small package :smt002)
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BobN and his Scamp...
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'03 Chevy Silverado - doesn't have to have lots of miles to be a "beater"!
2 straps for 3 boats, and the wheel-barrow's riding "free-ball" style, no strap! :smt003
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I bought a 1996 dodge 3/4 ton cummins turbo diesel in nov '95 as a special order for about $31K. It has cruise control, but everything else is manual including the transmission. It does have $1200 worth of (old) stereo in it.
no computers were involved in running this truck, excluding the cruise control, :smt002. all analog.
Bought an alaskan hydraulically raising camper to go with it a few months later (feb 1996). $14K
Why did I get diesel? fuel range primarily, you can go further on a tank, but also just for fun, never had one before this one.
Sold the camper in mid 2004 just before I returned to my rented out house after I took a year off and travelled mexico and the continental 48 with my family. started kayak fishing when I got back.
put a ladder rack on to carry the kayaks.
I don't think it's ever been washed. ever, :smt005
13 years old, but "only" 130K miles.
I'm still pretty happy with it, I'd love to make it to 20 years in it.
J
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'91 Civic w/ about 198,000 miles on her. Only seen the mechanic twice. A true champ!!
Z
We've got the identical car with identical mileage and identical mechanical history. My son has inherited it and uses it for college. It probably sees more interesting stuff now. I once tied four yaks to the racks.
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'91 Civic w/ about 198,000 miles on her. Only seen the mechanic twice. A true champ!!
Z
We've got the identical car with identical mileage and identical mechanical history. My son has inherited it and uses it for college. It probably sees more interesting stuff now. I once tied four yaks to the racks.
No doubt. They sure did something right when they made that car.
Z
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this is what I used to roll in
pic1~ 67' ElCamino all rebuilt except for interior&outside paint....over 300,000 and starts EVERY TIME!
pic2+3~or this 65'Chevy C10 that is all original and ready to go.
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...rollin' in the Classics are sweet, but no more than 16mpg. made me get this!
96'Honda CRV/ ChickMagnet w/160,000mi @28mpg....one winter morning before going Sturgeon Hunting....frozen solid!
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The civic used to be the ride of choice but it's now become the commuter due to gas going wacky. Now I roll like Da FishHunter in a murdered out CRV. Old school w/ the X-Factor.
Z
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I first started out bicycling to the fishing holes.
Two poles strapped to the frame and tackle in the backpack....No parking $$ and excercise to and fro!
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Well, since this thread has moved on from "beaters" to kayak transportation in general I may as well post another picture. Not a beater, it's my AYTV (alternative yak transport vehicle), aka my wife's car - a 2006 Honda CRV. When I get to use this one I'm riding in style! :smt004
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f4/usagi_pj/CRV.jpg)
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Ok if we're including bikes, here's my beater bike for the local lakes:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o50/ericburchfield/bike.jpg)
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Ok if we're including bikes, here's my beater bike for the local lakes:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o50/ericburchfield/bike.jpg)
DOOOD!...that is a classic! :smt002
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Plenty of downside, but i still love it.
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This is my kayak carrier a 1989 Toyota 4 runner. It has 180K miles on it. One set of rebuilt heads and doesnt get great gas mileage. :smt009.. But I love it!!! :smt001
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Eco friendly compaired to my GMC...saves $$$$ too.
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Here are a few of my various kayak movers from years back and todays current wheels.
Ive even rolled the wrong way and got my first helo ride. thankfully I didnt have boats straped on at the time.
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This is how I roll
Not bad on the fuel bill and makes for a comfy ride
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Well Mooch,
you've seen my "Man Van" with two on top. I'm working on my Sprinter van now. Until I finish the inside I've been throwing em inside. I can fit a 16'er in there! :smt044
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Another pic of my 1993 Toyota 4 runnner, I love this ride.Havent got stuck yet!..Andy.
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Another pic of my 1993 Toyota 4 runnner, I love this ride.Havent got stuck yet!..Andy.
Hey FM1 I've noticed you got a hitch hauler on your truck. What do you think of it? I'm thinking about getting one for my CRV. Anything I should watch out for or you recommend?
Z
Sorry for the short threadjack mooch. :smt004
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2000 Subaru Outback (150,000 miles) with a SportsRig Trailer. No complaints about either of them!
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After being at MBK last weekend, I decided to stay up all night and find my way into one of the car trailers for the car shows and picked up a brand new ride!
Check out how *I* roll!
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Here is a pic of Jim's trailer from the AOTD tourney. Note, car color matches the kayak ;)
"You know you addicted to NCKA when...
#53: This is your vehicle, you bought primarily because it matches your yellow kayak and you completed the look with a giant custom made NCKA sticker and your NCKA handle on a custom license plate."
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97 jeep cherokee 4x4, surf racks and ratchet tie downs = awesome mini x carrier.
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and ratchet tie downs
I'm sure you know this, but be careful with the ratchet tie downs as it's possible to overdo it and damage your yak.
On the positive side, nice set-up.
Michael
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yeah I had heard that so I got the soft bar protectors and i also make sure to just get it down to hold it in place not squash it down. thanks for the heads up though!
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Usually with the 20' trailer in tow too..... :smt004
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How I used to roll until China 2008
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=15278&g2_serialNumber=4) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=15276)
The man servants were optional and worked for sleeping space!
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=16965&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=16963)
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=16996&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=16994)
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=17040&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=17038)
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=17116&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=17114)
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I roll with the best of both worlds. IMO
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Inspried by many NCKA'ers and their mode of travel.....like Frank Fishing's mobile home, Bob Neals "Scamp", Joneze's Van and finally - Allen Bushnell's Euro Van.....I decided to join the ranks and traded in my 2000 Toyota Tacoma (it was a very hard decision) for a 2003 Euro Van MV :headbang:
I'll miss my Toyota Tacoma very much but I'll have to make the best with what I've got now....so moving forward, this is how da mooch will roll from now on.....
*note: still working on getting the racks for da yak and the sup :smt002
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...more man-van pics....
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WOW! Now that caught me off guard. Definitely a nice, clean ride but it's gonna take some gettin' used to as I've only known you with a Tacoma.
You can definitely pile the gear into that bad-boy with room still to sleep. Is it any taller than your truck? Curious as to how easy loading and unloading will be. Does it have a tow package should you decide to get a trailer instead of car-top your yaks?
What is the MPG?
Michael
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WOW! Now that caught me off guard. Definitely a nice, clean ride but it's gonna take some gettin' used to as I've only known you with a Tacoma.
You can definitely pile the gear into that bad-boy with room still to sleep. Is it any taller than your truck? Curious as to how easy loading and unloading will be. Does it have a tow package should you decide to get a trailer instead of car-top your yaks?
What is the MPG?
Michael
Acceleration: 0 to 60 mph in 11.8 seconds
Engine Type: 2.8-liter DOHC 24-valve V-6
Horsepower: 201 @ 6,200 rpm
Torque: 181 foot-pounds @ 2,100-5,550 rpm
EPA Mileage: 17 city, 20 highway
It does have a tow package already but I plan to attach a bike carrier on it instead. I'm installing the Thule artificial rain gutters on it and put 78 inch bars across. The bars will stick out a bit which will make it easier for me to load the yak sideways.
Note* it currently has 40 thousand miles on it....
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SWEET ONE Bra!....that is gonna be SO cool to hang out in...I can't wait!
40,000...thats a deal!
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Welcome to the club of muscular yet trendy MAN-VAN ownership!!
Another alternative for rack mounting are the "rails" which you can purchase and screw into the top, flat of the roof. the racks then attach to these rails.
Fake gutters are more manly, however.
Just be sure not to overload the racks. handbook says no more than 50 pounds up top on the fibreglass, so one trident already puts us over the reccomended limit. On the plus side, my camper roof has not cracked, broken or flown off the car yet.
I am arranging a light trailer however, for future multi-yak excursions. I have carried as many as 5 (I think) up top, but it was scary. I'll see if I can find that picture.
You are gonna love this van, bud! total highway cruiser, portable motel room, chick magnet, changing room, dining room, etc.
also, it does not go FAST off road, but remember it is a 'truck' and can take dirt roads or gravel as well or better that any sedan. FWD helps in the dirt and snow as well.
I have owned two previous air-cooled VW vans, and probably 9 bugs or K Ghias, yes VW finally did it right, they put the engine in front, and made it an Audi V-6, haha.
One more thing, we have to buy the special steel sidewall tires, cause the unit is so tall. Michelin stopped making them, so I found the alternate brand. We can talk.
Way to go Mooch, it is beautiful!!!!
Allen
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Sweet Ride Joel does a family come with it ??? :smt003
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Sweet Ride Joel does a family come with it ??? :smt003
SWEET ONE Bra!....that is gonna be SO cool to hang out in...I can't wait!
40,000...thats a deal!
Yes...a small one.
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I like the new Moochmobile, Joel! I've often wondered what it would be like to drive a van.
I am also "in the market", as it were. Today Laura & I are picking up a 2000 Honda CRV (we're goin' Fishunter & Zeelander style).
So it looks like the "pisceanmobile" will be relegated to "hobby" status (I gotta get a new carb for it) and I'll be driving the Mazda B2500 to the beach for a while.
I'm entertaining offers on the 84 BroncoII at the top of the thread :smt010. Otherwise I have some plans that involve camo paint and a roof chop :smt007.
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Sean, I thought the top was already chopped on your Bronco? I thought I saw seams.
Good call on the CR-V. AdamAdamAdams was the first one I scoped out up close and they seem like a perfect all around vehicle... 4x4, good mileage and... it's a Honda. Congrats! Now I see them every where I look... One may be in my future.
Joel, cool van! You need a spoiler on top and a bubble heart window! Just teasin, I love vans and that is a top notch camping rig. Enjoy!
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It does have a tow package already but I plan to attach a bike carrier on it instead.
Don't buy one yet bro, I used to have a brand new one laying around, lemme look for it.
And I roll like this.
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?)
Not the typical ride you'd expect to see a cube monkey office weenie rolling into work with but I do it with style.
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Beautiful van Mooch. Congrats. You got a great ride there.
Z
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Mooch,
It's been some time since you got your new ride - how about an in depth report on the likes and dislikes?
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Here is my ghetto version. It is a temporary thing until I have a chance to
mount my rack for the camper shell.
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Mooch,
It's been some time since you got your new ride - how about an in depth report on the likes and dislikes?
So far, my only complaint is that the local quick stop oil changer will charge me $100.00 just to remove the tub underneath the engine just so they can get to it - and then charge me the reg fee for the oil change itself :smt011 Lucky for me, I happen to know a PHENOM Volkswagon tech that can do it for me for half the price :smt002 I will eventually learn how to do it myself.
Other than that, I'm very happy with it and it really compliments my lifestyle...my car camping trips will triple - especially now that I finally installed my roof racks. Pics to follow...
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ConGrats Mooch!!!!
Sweet Ride.... :smt007
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now that I finally installed my roof racks. Pics to follow...
Now yer talkin! Can't wait to check it out in person one o' these days.
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just to remove the tub underneath the engine just so
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3696997
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before and after. Regrettable, but had to trade the FJ in to save $$$.
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Nice van mooch! I had a 2003 myself-- without the swanky pop top. LOVED it. Drove it to AZ, down into mex, returned and sold it to a friend of mine in AZ...where it still lives a happy normal life.
Get yourself a toolbox/step stool...trust me. don't bother putting tools in it, put things like chain lube, leader material, etc...all that junk that we forget
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Jedmo....I hope I never piss you off :smt068
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WHAT'S THIS?.....did you switch clubs?...that's NO SecretPinoyWaterToRiceRatio Sign.....WTH is going on brudah'?
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Very funny Mooch. I better change that red flag suppose to be. Man,
I am inviting trouble for myself. Thanks for noticing.
Jedmo
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Jedmo....I hope I never piss you off :smt068
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What is the MPG?
EPA Mileage: 17 city, 20 highway
Wow dude, that is surprisingly poor mpg!
Sorry bro, somebody's gotta bust your bubble. :spank :color: Nice VAN! Muwaahaahaahahahahaha!
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My rig. I customized an EXTEND-A-TRUCK with lights and home made vinyl trailer bunks. I load and go in less then 5 minutes. I do a lot of quick local fishing trips and this setup allows me to get to my fishing spots fast and easy.
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=43520&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=43519) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=43523&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=43522) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=43525&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=43524) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=43527&g2_serialNumber=2) (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=gallery&g2_itemId=43526)
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my fully loaded man-van pics...
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Colt, that's a trick Extender. Quick & easy is the way to go.
Mooch, nice lookin' Euro man-van. What year is that?
They've come a long way from the ol' '65 camper bus I drove about 20 years ago. I sold it to finance my first overseas travel: semi-backpacking around Southeast Asia. I carried a lot of stuff in & on it, but never a kayak, so I won't post a pic here!
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Colt, that's a trick Extender. Quick & easy is the way to go.
Thanks! I really appreciate the feedback. It has really worked out for me.
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Mooch,
Is that the camper edition?
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2003 Saturn Sl2, 30+mpg with the kayak on top. Usually about 34 if it's all freeway. I love it! It's always on my car, I keep it locked.
Jeff
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d191/jeffrm20/sany0017-2.jpg)
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d191/jeffrm20/l_4ec8a9559b4bbb3e45f112f2274e2948.jpg)
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Mooch, nice lookin' Euro man-van. What year is that?
They've come a long way from the ol' '65 camper bus I drove about 20 years ago. I sold it to finance my first overseas travel: semi-backpacking around Southeast Asia. I carried a lot of stuff in & on it, but never a kayak, so I won't post a pic here!
Thanks! It's a 2003 MV / Westfalia. Post your pic anyway!!
Mooch,
Is that the camper edition?
It does have the pop-up tent on the roof + a fold out table and a small cooler. It does not have the full kitchen in it.
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This is how I should roll :smt002
http://www.globalxvehicles.com/vehicles/
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That is Awesome :smt007
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If I could only sell my house. get one of those and move to richmond park
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If I could only sell my house. get one of those and move to richmond park
At 8 mpg, you would have to sell your house just to keep it full of gas!
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Loaded!! With wife, 2 kids, big dog, and lots of GEAR at Tahoe this past summer...Unfortunately, those yaks only made it off the car a couple of times that week!
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This is how I should roll :smt002
http://www.globalxvehicles.com/vehicles/
Meh....brother you have way too much style to be in that tank. Get in touch with your vespa dealer and put something like this together.
(http://flyfishchick.com/images/7ab834681ff7_9259/rodrodrv.jpg)
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This is how I should roll :smt002
http://www.globalxvehicles.com/vehicles/
Meh....brother you have way too much style to be in that tank. Get in touch with your vespa dealer and put something like this together.
(http://flyfishchick.com/images/7ab834681ff7_9259/rodrodrv.jpg)
I'm guessing that he doesn't use the front brake very much.
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Some one has way too much money & time!
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Old Nissan Xterra. I had a Toyota truck before, went for ever, never did anything to it & sold it for what I paid for it. I really wanted another Toyota & priced Trucks vs SUV's both Toyota & Nissan. The Nissan was around 5k less. It's been great in 100k miles I've done virtually nothing to it. Mileage is surprisingly good, 20 hwy 16-17 city.
Believe it or not, there is enough space for a couple of people under 5'10" to sleep in the back so car camping works out pretty well. But the most beautiful thing about it is that IT'S PAID FOR!!!!! :smt001
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2001 Toyota 4Runner. 160,000 miles. Never had a single problem. Bought it new. My first car!
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04 Xterra seen lots of hard miles and lots and lots of fun!
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01 Wrangler with both yaks on top.
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01 Wrangler with both yaks on top.
Just curious, why stern forward? Is it because of the large hatches?
Michael
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Forgot to update with my new ride, an '07 Subaru Outback Sport. Hadn't put on a rack yet at this point though...
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Al, why not just buy the foam blocks that clamp on to the factory racks?
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Al, why not just buy the foam blocks that clamp on to the factory racks?
Well, I need to be able to slide the yak since I'm too weak to just lift it straight on top with blocks :smt012 But, I already bought the saddles and they do the job:
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Al, why not just buy the foam blocks that clamp on to the factory racks?
Well, I need to be able to slide the yak since I'm too weak to just lift it straight on top with blocks :smt012 But, I already bought the saddles and they do the job:
Yep, Hobies are heavy! :smt002
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01 Wrangler with both yaks on top.
Just curious, why stern forward? Is it because of the large hatches?
Michael
That was the way the dude at Outback loaded them and we were too giddy with our purchase to pay attention. Now, we go bow forward. I don't think it really makes a difference though.
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2000 Tac. 145,000
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THE BEAST :smt003 2002 7.3 diesel Excursion, 104,000 miles, three yaks on top.
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(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=14071.0;attach=35579;image)
:smt007 Nice VDUB Mooch. Someday...
Z
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LARGE!
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The Latest Addition to my vehicle family! Jah4Runner! :smt044
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heres the truck loaded up.. the new yak is the blue one. Im thinking about getting regular truck racks and putting my thule setup on that... kind of a pita getting the three boats up on top of my truck like that. esp with the manta ray being a bit heavier than my sea kayak. Trade off tho is that its not as long. I have to wonder how much heavier it will be once I gear it up.
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On long trips, with the house. Short trips, lose the house, just take truck. It will go anywhere I want. I'm not afraid to use it. Also, 563,000 miles on Toyota. Runs like a champ, still my daily driver. MH is a dog up hills.
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Great Thread -
Love seeing how ya'll solve the tranportation issue. I have a couple questions for some of you.
CRV Owners: Just bought a CRV (wife's car) and have the factory installed rack - those of you out there with CRV's do you like the Thule or Yakima racks (and suggestion of which one) or do you have another suggestion.
Toyota Truck Owners: I have a old old old yakima system for transporting nearly everything from bikes to cargo to snowboards.....I noticed several of you have bolted your rack/bars to the shell on your truck - any suggestions on the most secure way to do this ? I'd love to see a pic or two of the drilling and bolt/on installation if you have one.
My '91 truck is a beater in appearance but a champ for A-B and a perfect rec vehicle.
Thanks in advance!
Bob V
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You can buy the mounts for the shell anywhere Yakima or Thule is sold. I got mine from ebay. Yakima is called side loaders I believe. Yakima has a couple other options also.
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.....I noticed several of you have bolted your rack/bars to the shell on your truck - any suggestions on the most secure way to do this ? I'd love to see a pic or two of the drilling and bolt/on installation if you have one.
Thanks in advance!
Bob V
I put a Yakima system on my Mazda p/u using the little "add-a-gutter" plates and then the standard q-towers. There's not much to the install, other than the sweating you'll do while drilling holes in your perfectly good shell. My only tips would be to space the bars as far apart as possible on your pickup shell, and when drilling be sure you have enough clearance inside the shell for the backup plates and bolts. I came very close to botching the job when I drilled one of the hole almost too close to the window frame. Measure twice, drill once!
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Al, hows does your boat magically stay on your rack w/o tie downs?? :smt003
(http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/911/calero31209002rs.jpg) (http://img42.imageshack.us/i/calero31209002rs.jpg/)
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Al, hows does your boat magically stay on your rack w/o tie downs?? :smt003
(http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/911/calero31209002rs.jpg) (http://img42.imageshack.us/i/calero31209002rs.jpg/)
I used 40# Mono to tie it down :smt003
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Like the Subaru, rollin light.
Finally got the rack adapters for the 97 SAAB and used once or twice before it was side swiped (& totaled :smt009 :smt010 :smt013) parked in front of the house. SAAB was very plush and had black leather heated seats and turbo, kinda inappropriate to climb into/load boats on after a bloody rockfishing trip but, nice quite ride. Also nice and low to load.
"New" used car 05 WRX :smt004still slightly inappropriate, no leather or heated seats, not so quite a ride but....turbo and low!
This car loves this road :smt007, also carries boats to/over the mountains very well, 20+ish MPG. Kinda hard to get gear into after loading the boat (wing thing hits the yak). Still have to figure out the saddle issue, it would be better to have the p13 upright in order to fit the other wider boat next to it like I had on the SAAB. Keeping it upright would also make it so that I would not have to dump sand, blood or worse on the car evertime I load up.
Lucky for me I am often chauffeured around :smt015by Otter in his work truck (a T100) that is much more practical and allot easier to load, despite the height of the lumber rack.
No Porsche or less appropriate rides :iroc:out there?
-Tsuri
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Just saw this post so you may have already figured this all out, sorry for the late reply...
Love seeing how ya'll solve the tranportation issue. I have a couple questions for some of you.
CRV Owners: Just bought a CRV (wife's car) and have the factory installed rack - those of you out there with CRV's do you like the Thule or Yakima racks (and suggestion of which one) or do you have another suggestion.
Toyota Truck Owners: I have a old old old yakima system for transporting nearly everything from bikes to cargo to snowboards.....I noticed several of you have bolted your rack/bars to the shell on your truck - any suggestions on the most secure way to do this ? I'd love to see a pic or two of the drilling and bolt/on installation if you have one.
I pulled the stock racks off our 2006 CR-V (wife's car too) and use a Yakima Control Tower system when I want to haul yaks on her car. They pop in/out in minutes so I can leave them off when not needed, cutting down on the wind drag/noise. Works great.
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f4/usagi_pj/CRV.jpg)
On my '91 Toyota pickup (small world, huh?) :smt003 I use Yakima Q-Towers on the front and 1A Raingutters on the back shell, mounted on the Yakima Sideloader faux raingutters. Bought a Yakima BoatLoader too, since the truck has a 2" lift and my Hobie is a fat pig. The installation tips Piscean gave you are spot on.
(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f4/usagi_pj/91Toy.jpg)
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my trucks so beat up and rusty my kayaks probably gonna fall thru it one day. LOL
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I haven't see a lot of bugs represented here ... i figure the less i spend on gas ... the more i get to spend on fishing ... :)
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Here's how I roll-
OK prowler trident sitting on my 2006 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab 4x4 with a 6 speed - got to love 24MPG on the highway!
Picture was taken at the family cabin at Eagle Lake this past summer
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Been using foam blocks for a month now. Finally got my car rack last week in time for the New Melones Trout Bout. This is now how I roll.
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2001 Chevy Suburban with 135K miles. I bought it new and it has been great for hauling out two kayaks. 3000 miles on our baja trip with zero defects!
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2006 Dodge 1 ton.
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y111/desertmoose4/yak%20rack/IMG_2511.jpg)
Homemade rack on the camper shell.
See the yak storage thread for info on the yak planks.
Sam
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'04 Tacoma w/Yakima q-towers and hull raisers. I normally have two sets of hull raisers so my wife's T140 can come too.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3459/3983705895_f69f8ecc11_o.jpg)
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Official NCKA "chase" vehicle...................
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(http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/681/ridez.jpg)
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58inch Yakima bars w/ Mako saddles and slideout bar. 06 Tacoma and 07 Hobie Adventure and OK P15 for Polyg Al.
Site #4 at Mecca.
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Qtowers, stretch kit, and hully rollers. Easy load, secure boat, clean ride.
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Inspired by many here on NCKA, I went and bought a prowler van! :smt005 I sold the Yota truck :smt010 to the fishadow, who I know will treat her well. I will never get over her tho :smt009 and copped the 99 Chevy astro cargo van. Pretty stout little rig, can pull over 5,000 lbs. I even have the bamboo stained glass for the back windows so no one can see in. :smt005
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Congrads on the new RV man! (RapeVan???) :smt044 Cant wait to see more pimping! :smt007 Can I make a suggestion? This setup will get you many props!!! :smt005 How to Pimp Out your VAN in Under a Minute! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtSr-GLFz8s#)
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:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt005 I still need the aztec warrior holding a lingzilla in the tidepools airbrushed on the side!! STANDBYE!!
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This is me...BigYak on top and T15 on bottom!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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This is me...BigYak on top and T15 on bottom!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
Thanks for the clarification Jim! Dont think I could have figured that one out... :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Alain
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hey fellas...i just bought a tarpon 120 and i was curious if this kayak carrier kit was legit or not. O yea I would use this kit on top of a 01 ford taurus.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=31115&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10110&subdeptNum=10658&classNum=10617 (http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=31115&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10110&subdeptNum=10658&classNum=10617)
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'01 Tacoma. 225K miles, still rollin'
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'01 Tacoma. 225K miles, still rollin'
225k? That's it. I have just short of 600k on my 92 Toy.
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Would love to see a pic, Rob. The '94 Mooch sold me has just over 204k and just passed smog with flying colors.
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Here's one of it loaded and ready to go.
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'00 Jah-4Runner :smt004
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out back piggyback :smt044
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Yakima BigStack on the Terra.
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87 vw cabriolet :smt007 (It is NOT Just a chick car :smt104 ) :smt044 (yes I tow the pop up trailer and a Bass boat with it too) :headbang:
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(It is NOT a chick car )
Then what is?
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(It is NOT a chick car )
Then what is?
x2: I need clarification.
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My girlfriend in high school had one of those. :smt044
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Total chick car
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Those cabriolets were aka "&itch baskets" in my neighborhood back in the day.
For real tho, I've got nothing but love for VW - my A3 shows its VW colors all over the place when you pop da hood.
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Hey Ron, don't be pissed off... IMO any ride gets you an yak to the water is a sweet ride. But you gotta expect to catch some crap if you roll up in cabriolet.
You should hear what we say about the "Beemer's". :smt044
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I'm not even going to put up the "Volvo"
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I posted quite some time ago about info to do a diesel swap into a 4Runner body. Well, I finally did it. About 30K miles 1KZ-TE engine into a 300K '97 4Runner SR5, running 100% recycled veggie oil biodiesel. Low miles tranny, new brakes, all new suspension, new leathers for the seats, etc.
I get about 25mpg on the hwy. Love it!
Peter
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Peter, Wicked cool!!! I sure wish they imported the diesels here, like they do to every other country except the US. I can't figure out why we have fewer choices in the "land of the free". Meanwhile the Taliban are cruising around in diesel yotas and we have to build em if we want em.
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Peter, Wicked cool!!! I sure wish they imported the diesels here, like they do to every other country except the US. I can't figure out why we have fewer choices in the "land of the free". Meanwhile the Taliban are cruising around in diesel yotas and we have to build em if we want em.
Thanks Eric - I agree with you 100%. I guess GM did us no favors in the 80's when they put out a couple of unreliable, underpowered, smoky, loud diesels forever giving Americans a skewed and incorrect perception of what a diesel can really do.
I was pissed that the only vehicles available were full size trucks with 8L cummins, or VW Jettas. Hell, even the Europeans get to choose a diesel Subarau Outback, Mazda CX7, or pretty much any other platform they want. more torque, 10-20% better fuel efficiency, and lower greenhouse gas emissions...I just don't get it.
Mine certainly wasn't the cheapest way to get a diesel, but I guess it was kind of in protest.
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That is one sweet looking rig Peter. Nice!
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That is one sweet looking rig Peter. Nice!
Totally! What a sweeeeet ride! :smt007 You do the work yourself or someone do it for you? $$$? How do you get your fuel? Hummm... Maybe TMI for this thread jack, but i'm really curious now :smt003
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That is one sweet looking rig Peter. Nice!
Totally! What a sweeeeet ride! :smt007 You do the work yourself or someone do it for you? $$$? How do you get your fuel? Hummm... Maybe TMI for this thread jack, but i'm really curious now :smt003
Al and Sean - thanks guys! I get a lot of questions at the pump and even stoplights these days from other motorists. :smt003
I had a guy in Atlanta do the swap for me. He used to work for Jarco, a company who imports engines bought at auctions in Tokyo, so he knew what to look for (and had a killer set of tools). Basically I had to buy two trucks - the platform vehicle with good bones but a worn out powerplant, and a 1/2 cut vehicle imported from Japan. The 2 vehicles + swap work cost $17.5K. But I added a few goodies to it after that...
I get fuel at http://dogpatchbiofuels.com/ (http://dogpatchbiofuels.com/) in SF.
There is a ton of DYI swap info at www.toyotadiesel.com (http://www.toyotadiesel.com) too.
And yes, it does smell like something is cooking when you're driving behind me!
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But it'll also run off diesel or even kerosene, right? Or only oil?
That's still a bargain, considering you ended up with a one of a kind vehicle that will likely outlast you! Very nice. Looks "right" and not cobbled together.
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But it'll also run off diesel or even kerosene, right? Or only oil?
That's still a bargain, considering you ended up with a one of a kind vehicle that will likely outlast you! Very nice. Looks "right" and not cobbled together.
Sure, it will run regular diesel. It won't run straight veggie oil yet (I would need to add an additional tank with a heating system - the only modification to run straight veggie oil is to heat it up so that it attains proper viscosity). You start the engine on diesel and run it up to temp, then swap to the other tank which is SVO (Straight Vegetable Oil). Plenty of pre-built kits out there doing that and something I'm considering!
I could fill up the drive home from post fish BBQ's!
I didn't feel it was "too much". In almost every respect it is brand new or a couple years old at most. The engine has 30,000 miles on it and diesels run a helluva lot longer than gassers. If I didn't get this, I probably would have gone with a Ford Escape Hybrid which was a lot more money. All in the way you justify it I guess (and I am a justification pro!).
The great thing about this swap is that the engine is made for this model. So it is essentially factory! even the motor mounts all line up. As long as you get the original wiring harness, you're golden. Yeah, that has blown more than 1 mechanic away - they could not believe it was done after market and not factory.
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Super clean rig! Very nice job and good choice of base platforms. You can get so many options for the 4runners. Did you happen to get the factory electric locker for the rear end?
My wife would kill me if I did this.
-Eliot
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Super clean rig! Very nice job and good choice of base platforms. You can get so many options for the 4runners. Did you happen to get the factory electric locker for the rear end?
My wife would kill me if I did this.
-Eliot
factory e-locker: check
loss of major WAF: check
I also specifically chose a '97 so that it would be smog check exempt. The new rules are for '98s and up.
...and I've got to say my wife is slowly warming to it. Now that Biodiesel is lower than regular, and all the room she has in the back seat with our 1 year old. the 3rd gen 4Runners also feel really stable and solid.
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LOVE IT. :smt007
I'd consider this if my engine ever goes, but it's got about 300K mi left.
I could fill up the drive home from post fish BBQ's!
No doubt. Andy's fryer alone could keep you fueled up forever. Oh wait, that's not veggie. :smt003
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For camping I have a toy box.
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It's how I got to do it for now...
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Fishbucket, are you using the Thulle Hull APort (j hooks)? I have two yaks and were considering those but read concerns on durability and the kayaks becoming a sail in the upright position. What's your experience?
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Fishbucket, are you using the Thulle Hull APort (j hooks)? I have two yaks and were considering those but read concerns on durability and the kayaks becoming a sail in the upright position. What's your experience?
These are the Yakima 'J'-racks. So far so good. they have about 800 miles on them.
I'm concerned with the mounting clamps that wrap around the pipe, They are plastic. Have not lost their grip yet, but dont want to chance it.
I'm looking for something out of aluminum. Or, I'm going to fab out of steel plate.
It (car) does move around a bit when passing trucks or crossing the bridges with a cross wind... not scared of it though. rode motorcycle thru lots of side winds. You Do feel it though.
With this being the only way to transport them now... I'm happy with it.
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my little one bedroom 4 cyl. hoopty Truck....
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That is such a perfect little rig in every way.
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That is such a perfect little rig in every way.
Don't worry Eric, like I promised, your name is on the inheritance :smt001
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First picture is the day I bought from Yakhopper. Second picture is how I roll now. :smt004
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(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5062/5677956535_4120df4116_b.jpg)
One ratchet strap for short trips and two with a bed extender for long trips. If I am driving at night I have a light I attach to the nose to stay legal.
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2012 4x4 Dbl Cab Taco with my new baby up on top ready for her first paddle.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FlYE7Vh1G58/T3UGCuwcGJI/AAAAAAAAYbo/_3ESSSFQu_k/s912/P1030602.JPG)
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2011 GMC Sierra 4x4 short box, crew cab, Thule xsporter rack. 36,000 miles in the last 12 months.
Image courtesy of AlHobieOutback.
Eric Morgan
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Morgan: Nice shot....Al's the best. is that San Luis?
Allen
ps wanna go look for early butts during the week?
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Morgan: Nice shot....Al's the best. is that San Luis?
Allen
ps wanna go look for early butts during the week?
Eric, that is an offer you should not pass up.
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Morgan: Nice shot....Al's the best. is that San Luis?
Allen
ps wanna go look for early butts during the week?
San Antonio last week on the way to work for 3 hours OTW (skunk)
Gotta love Al! I sold him my trailer, then I backed out at the last minute after I tried lifting my 4.7. Then I got the exporter and then he bought it again for real.
Next week, my weekdays are full.
Here is the TMI, Thursday cover the twins so my wife can drive two hours each way to see her eye doctor. Tuesday is the Vet out to float (power sand them flat in city folk terms) our horse's teeth. If those were not already planned I would be there. I can't be away from work more than that unless it is raining or just rained real good in Salinas.
The following week is open good so far for Tue, Wed, Thur.
Eric Morgan
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2007 4runner limited v8
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado White with Big Blue in he back.
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'95 Toyota Previa S/C.
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the newest edition to the VW CABRIOLET pull toys :smt007
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scion xa and a ascend fs12t
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Had to trade up after some maniac smashed up my old carrier about 2 months ago.
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Ouch!
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2012 kia soul. my yak is longer than my car :smt003
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Overkill I know, but protects from UV, has a ramp rear door (it is a covered auto transport trailer), so can roll it right out.
2001 diesel 4X4 Excursion.
(http://i1236.photobucket.com/albums/ff452/deckofficer/NATS%202012/DSC01687.jpg)
What the trailer transports on other days................
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:smt001
(http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy268/toygoata/aug272011008.jpg)
(http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy268/toygoata/Rubicon%20Oct%201st/aug272011010.jpg)
Oh ya, and this too
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We have a Kia Sorento...I added the cross bars to the roof rack, then found these "J" styled holders to bolt-on (bought them online for $30 a pair - I totally expected them to be thin and flimsy, but they were sturdy steel, so I was happy). We use tie-downs I got from Ikea, and it works. The only prob...I'm short and need a step-stool to reach the kayaks, haha.
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I don't know maybe like this?
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Toyota Yaris with Thule Hull-a-port. Little car gets 34 mpg and I have put a ton of fishing miles on it.
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Sorry bout bad pic, but it is a 2000 Toyota Echo 2 door. Can't understand why my wife won't ride in it with me. :smt007. Hoping it don't roll!
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New and Old Skool!
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I dig the Bronco NoSoupForU. Ever play in the High lakes?
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Not exactly ideal but it works... Damn v8
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I wanted the car first and of course realized I needed the truck after. Eh, it works, but I'd like a used 4D 4WD Tacoma. Someday...
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2005 f250 diesel
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Fantastic topic! Loved looking at all of your rides and kayak carrying systems. As of late, this is how I'm rolling: Tacoma with an ARE top, Thule 460 Podium rack system and Bones' old O.K. Big game (for Bones', notice the "medic" decal is still there, minus the "Bones" in the center of the cross) Hope to see more of us post. A picture is worth ...............
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i should try to do 0-60 in 4.9 with the kayak on it :smt044
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dive mobile! small car but big hart and awsome gas milage.
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Bought a 2013 TDI wagon 2 days ago. With the high torque, I should be able to keep some really decent mpg's with the yak on rack. So far the car is getting 43mpg :smt003 on the highway, very awesome!
The other is a 2010 Tundra SR5 with adj racks. Cool truck but trips to the salt are killing :smt010 my fun fund. Mike
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Yakski! Thats the way I roll! :smt006 :smt003
Kiel
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spent 2 months on a road trip last year, travel a little over 7000 miles from the west coast to east coast, and meet the Ncka boys on the way and this was how I Roll....
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I always find the best holes with my two favorite girls and they always put a smile on my face.
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When I am by myself, it's the minivan and if with family, it's the big truck and the trailer.
Jedmo
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2001 Toyota 4Runner SR5 (non 4x4)
189,597 miles going strong.
Fun mods: K&N short ram intake system with heat shield. Flow-master exhaust 50 series. LED revers lights & dome lights hyper white color :-) PIAA yellow (from Japan) front blinker bulbs
OEM roof-rack with crossbars.
Thule 665C Transporter Combi
Yakima Load Warrior basket
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A few more pictures :-)
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Roof rack with my old Canoe
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The Jeep Wrangler, tent trailer, and the green Chevy are all gone
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here is my current rig
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Just finished building and rigging this for a trip to the gulf coast. 92 Mazda 196K miles All wood camper shell with a fiberglass overlay. There's a pod on top that holds 7'6 rods. Most of the wood recycled, except for the racks.
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Jim, you are an awesome customizer of anything, looks great!!!
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I remember seeing an Toyota echo at Crabfest with room for two yaks. That was cool. Anyway, here's my civic hatch back with two ocean kayaks on 48 inch yakima bars.
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Shi (Calypso) and I's set up...
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When you only live a 1/2 mile from the Santa Cruz Harbor, there are two ways to get there.
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Just finished building and rigging this for a trip to the gulf coast. 92 Mazda 196K miles All wood camper shell with a fiberglass overlay. There's a pod on top that holds 7'6 rods. Most of the wood recycled, except for the racks.
Jim .... saw your truck in Watsonville yesterday on my way to Home Depot (on Airport). Nice looking shell on that truck!
Saw someone with a yellow kayak on top of their car & a NCKA oval on the rack wind screeen last friday around 5:15 at intersection of Green Valley & Main Street in Watsonville. Could there actually be others in the Watsonville area or were you just a passer-by?
~Bill :smt006
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=44589.0;attach=204529;image (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=44589.0;attach=204529;image)
Here's how I had to roll before I got a trailer for the AI :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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Till I can afford me a rack....... :smt003
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When you only live a 1/2 mile from the Santa Cruz Harbor, there are two ways to get there.
Love the bike trailer! Have you got any more info and pics on it?
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JEEP is how I roll SHIMANO is how I reel...
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Howard, Is that their Bait Runner spinning reel ?
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STRADIC 2500 FH...I only use it for Drop- Shot Bass fishing ...it preforms perfectly with some 6-8 pound fluorocarbon ..
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Scion Xb with Yakima Racknroll trailer.
Matt
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..re-united with "Man Van" :smt007 Introducing "Man Van II" (1999 VW)
*Just wanted to thank Ariel Sea (owner / operator for https://www.racksolid.com/shop-by-brand/ (https://www.racksolid.com/shop-by-brand/)) for hooking me up. I ended up outfitted with a Whisper Bar - it has rubber padding built into the bar so I dont need to get any rack pads.
I'm looking forward to getting back on the horse and getting out there with you ugly mugs :smt002
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Sweet Van Mooch, I need to find one for Ari and I to camp in.
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Sweet rig Mooch! Good lookin out Ariel. That looks killer.
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Nice Joel! Way to go Ariel for taking care of the necessities.
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Love the VW!
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For fun I roll this!
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Thanks fellas! Will up date pics....looking forward to more adventures with you all :smt045
This was my original Man Van....(2004 VW MV)
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This hauls my boat and my hunting/fishing gear.
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I've been jonesing for one of these vans!!
Bill
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Can't say enough good things about Ariel and Rack Solid.
Before heading over to set up Mooch, he met me in Dublin so I could pick up my hitch and rack.
I bet he put quite a few miles on that day LOL!!!
I saw Joels aero bars and so wanted to upgrade, but didn't want to have Mooch after me with his AR ;0)
Thanks Ariel,
Best costomer service anywhere!!!
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I've been jonesing for one of these vans!!
Bill
LMAO... Jonesing I havn't heard that since... "groovy "
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this was how i used to roll....i miss my TRD toy (2000) and my ghetto rack system :smt001
*if had to do it again, I would have gotten a thule bar instead of a lumber bar - those things rust and very un-aero-dynamic :smt011 IMO: too over kill just to carry a kayak or two.
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Saw this product the other day and looked pretty sweet, and maybe a good option for you guys with pick up trucks and without racks...
http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx (http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx)
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Saw this product the other day and looked pretty sweet, and maybe a good option for you guys with pick up trucks and without racks...
http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx (http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx)
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
nice but you still need to buy and install a hitch to use it (I was too cheap to get one at the time, instead I saved up for a camper shell and a lumber rack...eventually)
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As of today...this for camping and towing the trailer...shell to follow.
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As of today...this for camping and towing the trailer...shell to follow.
nice rims mike - that'll look good on my man-van :smt002
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Nice truck.I like it.
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Looks good Tote.
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Here's how I roll
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Nice ride, Rider>!
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same here love it...only went to mechanic because i was too lazy/busy to replace a belt pully...had him check it over and oil and inspection to justify it...800 dollars 6 yrs ago...the beater work truck civic...homemade racks holds two fish-n-dive cobra kayaks and all the gear... 190,000 and running like a champ 20 bucks a week tops... and go anywhere...never one problem!!! pictures of the beast later tonight
'91 Civic w/ about 198,000 miles on her. Only seen the mechanic twice. A true champ!!
Z
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the beater itself...work horse for yrs now....beat on it ...load it with ten 60 lb cements and stuff...16 2x10's everything water heaters tied to the roof.....it doubles as a cut table ...scratched...dented...leans on one side...runs like a champ and never ever left me stranded...stick shift.... homemade racks and eye bolts out the trunk for longer loads.....you should see the looks i get....smiles always.... :smt003
cheers
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I finally got my yakima rack on my canopy now that the fishing slowed down a little bit. I just have to get my saddles set up and i will be good to go! My rig is a 2003 tacoma with all the goodies and the canopy set up to sleep in for those over nighters out of town or hunting. I just need to get my bumpers and rocks sliders so i can go hit the high mountain lakes that have been calling my name :smt003
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Looks good jmox. I was going to buy a saddle for my kayak too but after speaking with some members, I was told I really did not needed it. They say it is best to just strap the yak upside down like you have it. Lest wind drag = less stopping for gas. Looking forward to your fishing report.
Jedmo
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Thanks for the advice jedmo dieting on the gas pumps is always a plus since the yota dosent like my lead foot and 33's as it is.
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I finally got my yakima rack on my canopy now that the fishing slowed down a little bit. I just have to get my saddles set up and i will be good to go! My rig is a 2003 tacoma with all the goodies and the canopy set up to sleep in for those over nighters out of town or hunting. I just need to get my bumpers and rocks sliders so i can go hit the high mountain lakes that have been calling my name :smt003
Nice ride! I miss mine!
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yea its a bit of a down grade from mylast ride but it will go twice the places and take a beating and keep on ticking :smt003 I need to get back into a diesel soon cause this not being able to tow my willie jet boat is killing me!
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Shell fresh in from getting painted.
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2009 GMC 2500 Z71 Duramax Diesel 4x4. Last year before the dreaded UREA additive. Bully Dog 4 Stage on the fly programmer. On Extreme Performance 485 Hp and shy of 800TQ yet still gets amazing city/highway mpg. 2014 Hobie Outback on top of the adjustable THULE rack with the wifes mini-red spitfire from Cabelas (its only like 30 lbs! ). Pic take on the road leading to Convict Lake , surrounding lake of Mammoth Lakes 8000' elevation!
Cheers
Eric
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New to me 06 Suburban. Wish I was taller so it wouldn't be such a pain to load the yak! Trailer optional. :smt003
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my 2005 crv with 128k. runs like a champ! getting ready to install my kayak saddles soon. :smt007
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94 4runner paired with a ok prowler13
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New to me 06 Suburban. Wish I was taller so it wouldn't be such a pain to load the yak! Trailer optional. :smt003
Talk to Ariel Sea, he can help ya out with that
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New to me 06 Suburban. Wish I was taller so it wouldn't be such a pain to load the yak! Trailer optional. :smt003
Talk to Ariel Sea, he can help ya out with that
Pm Tim Daleshark his setup for top loading his suburban is badass!!! See if he can send you some pics.
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2003 mitsubishi lancer
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/02/3eqabyby.jpg)2005 ram quad cab
Yakman
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..re-united with "Man Van" :smt007 Introducing "Man Van II" (1999 VW)
*Just wanted to thank Ariel Sea (owner / operator for https://www.racksolid.com/shop-by-brand/ (https://www.racksolid.com/shop-by-brand/)) for hooking me up. I ended up outfitted with a Whisper Bar - it has rubber padding built into the bar so I dont need to get any rack pads.
I'm looking forward to getting back on the horse and getting out there with you ugly mugs :smt002
Joel Manvan is going to be resurrected by frankfishing. Newrebuilt tranny will be ordered this week along with other needed items. Once rolling the Dodge Dakota will be up for sale!
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Wow, that rig will take you to the secret mountain lakes! Nice Wheeler!
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What type of carrier are you using? I have a 2004 Z-71 Tahoe also. I'm looking to buy a 12' Hobie Outback and roof mount also. Any other helpful information would be appreciated. Thanks
20+mpg on the Highway, don't ask about city :smt009
Can leave on the side of the road because nobody wants these anymore,
Not a Beater, but becoming a Dinosaur like yestetrday,....
With Kids, Dog, wife and Gear, Small won't cut it..
TV, Vcr, DVD and Video games... :smt020 ( Head phones for the Kids... ) Ahh, Peace and Quiet..... :smt001
Seats 7 and is Cavernous inside, even in these despirate MPG Times.... Love It!!!! :smt007
Just Close my Eyes and pump......$$$$$$$$$. :smt002
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Wow, that rig will take you to the secret mountain lakes! Nice Wheeler!
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It will pretty much go anyhwhere, now I just need to find these secret spots that you speak of.
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Wow, that rig will take you to the secret mountain lakes! Nice Wheeler!
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It will pretty much go anyhwhere, now I just need to find these secret spots that you speak of.
Ha! I was hoping you already knew of them and since you've obviously got a winch, could lead me.
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I'm down anytime !!! Just let me know.
I would love to do a wheeling / Kayak trip.
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commuter style. :smt003
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UVR. 2-2-14
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1995 dodge ram 2500 4x4 v8 I get about 8.5 mpg in the city and 16 mpg on the highway.
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Update.
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Saw this product the other day and looked pretty sweet, and maybe a good option for you guys with pick up trucks and without racks...
http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx (http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx)
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
Just what I was looking for thanks man!
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Saw this product the other day and looked pretty sweet, and maybe a good option for you guys with pick up trucks and without racks...
http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx (http://kayakfishinggear.com/t-bonebedextender.aspx)
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
Just what I was looking for thanks man!
Do a little research though because you can find them for a LOT LESS money. At one point in time, I believe Harbor Freight carried something like it for $40.
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http://www.harborfreight.com/truck-bed-extender-69650.html
$69.99 + download a 25% off coupon off the internet brings it to a little over $50 + tax.
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http://www.harborfreight.com/truck-bed-extender-69650.html
$69.99 + download a 25% off coupon off the internet brings it to a little over $50 + tax.
The problem with that design is if you go uphill the thing drags on the ground until the entire truck is on the same plane.
The design aforementioned eliminates that problem.
I made one years ago when I had a truck. Got rid of it when I sold the truck. Now that I have a truck again I'm wishing I still had it.
Warm up the welder. :smt044
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o653/Rockroach138/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/Rockroach138/media/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg.html)
This guy's getting a few new kayak mounts soon. Who's ready for the sierras?
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(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2014%20Photos/IMG_20140516_145916_665_zps60cbe377_Fotor_zpsd1784616.jpg)
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o653/Rockroach138/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/Rockroach138/media/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg.html)
This guy's getting a few new kayak mounts soon. Who's ready for the sierras?
:smt006
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(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2014%20Photos/IMG_20140516_145916_665_zps60cbe377_Fotor_zpsd1784616.jpg)
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2014%20Photos/IMG_20140517_114413_zps9a5198eb.jpg)
Do you use a winch to get the kayak on top of the camper?
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o653/Rockroach138/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/Rockroach138/media/DSC00781_zps87f75e93.jpg.html)
This guy's getting a few new kayak mounts soon. Who's ready for the sierras?
Rad! 22re?
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(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2014%20Photos/IMG_20140516_145916_665_zps60cbe377_Fotor_zpsd1784616.jpg)
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2014%20Photos/IMG_20140517_114413_zps9a5198eb.jpg)
Do you use a winch to get the kayak on top of the camper?
its only 63 pounds. I hook a 8mm nylon cord to the bow handle with a knot tied in every foot and yard it right on up then lash it down on to the Thule racks
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This is how I roll. Don't have the best roof setup but it works for what I need to do and gets there just fine. Sure wish I had that Lance though.
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2010 tundra with T_Bone extender
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2010 tundra with T_Bone extender
looks like SCH!
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It is, 1st time there with the rack
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We like this set-up!
Porsche 6 in the back.
Rides nice :)
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We like this set-up!
Porsche 6 in the back.
Rides nice :)
Nice Ride!! Looks well restored and kept! Paint looks damn good bro!
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Any advice on getting a new vehicle? I want to make sure it can accommodate two Outbacks. Friend just destroyed my car and is hiding from me. Stuck without transportation at the moment and missing work so time is a factor. Can't decide weather to get a small economical car that fits the yaks, or an SUV that will carry a lot of stuff but sucks on gas.
I was just about to buy a shuttle bus and convert it into a dive vehicle/camper, but it looks like that will have to wait now.
This looks well kept to me but 180k miles is a bit sketchy. Thoughts?
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4535777170.html
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I'm going through a similar process. I have a big 10cyl F250 (11 mpg) that I use right now to get the kayak around - obviously limited to local travel. Need something that gets better mileage, can fit the family, yak, and gear for trips. I'm thinking maybe a Subaru Outback or Forrester.
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I'm going through a similar process. I have a big 10cyl F250 (11 mpg) that I use right now to get the kayak around - obviously limited to local travel. Need something that gets better mileage, can fit the family, yak, and gear for trips. I'm thinking maybe a Subaru Outback or Forrester.
I was looking at that too but my initial reaction was I can't have an outback carrying and outback haha.
Before he ruined my car I thought I had it made. Harley for commute on nice days, economical car for bad day commutes, and soon a bus for long road trips to dive/fish. I can't decide weather to get a cheap commute car and bus or a decent SUV that may last a while and forget the bus.
I'm not a car person. If that Infiniti has no obvious problems is 180k miles ok or a bad idea?
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It's a good deal but are you set on a QX4?
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No. I didn't even know what an Infiniti was before today lol. It was just the best deal and seemingly best suited thing I found.
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my little one bedroom 4 cyl. hoopty Truck....
Sorry if this is a touchy subject but does anyone know the details of how Mooch made this awesome camper out of it?
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my little one bedroom 4 cyl. hoopty Truck....
Sorry if this is a touchy subject but does anyone know the details of how Mooch made this awesome camper out of it?
One word "Chadrock"
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One word doesn't help much.
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One word doesn't help much.
Chadrock is a poster on this site. I believe he did the custom work on the mooch truck, back in the day.
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One word doesn't help much.
Chadrock is a poster on this site. I believe he did the custom work on the mooch truck, back in the day.
Ah, thanks. Is he around anymore?
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One word doesn't help much.
Chadrock is a poster on this site. I believe he did the custom work on the mooch truck, back in the day.
Ah, thanks. Is he around anymore?
Yep.
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=profile;u=2026
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Thanks Jim!
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One word doesn't help much.
Sorry should have given you more info. It looks like the fine brothers of NCKA have pointed you in the right direction.
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First trip with my completed camping/kayak trailer. Forgot to take pictures with it at the camp ground but it was everything I wanted it to be! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/6emuve3y.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/sygenahe.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/ubanymyj.jpg)
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Here is my system. Cheap and effective. Four tie down hooks bolted to old but very strong 1/4 fiberglass camper shell. Two 2x4's cut with sawsall to form a cradles for two yaks. Cover with pipe insulation. Wrap with duck tape. Drill through 2x4's. Make rope loops. Attach rope. Put nose of Adventure on tailgate. Reach inside drivewell and raise nose to camper shell. Lift and slide yak onto cradles from stern handle. Flip ropes over yak and cinch and tie down. Ready to roll.
I did make a skid plate out of olive barrel pvc to protect yak stern while sliding on hard rough surfaces.
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First trip with my completed camping/kayak trailer. Forgot to take pictures with it at the camp ground but it was everything I wanted it to be! (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/6emuve3y.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/sygenahe.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/07/ubanymyj.jpg)
Way to go man!
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DIY truck rack on my '07 Dodge...some Yakima parts to make the ride a little more comfortable...ready to roll. Spent $45 on the steel to make the rack and a couple days welding it together. It works like a champ. Wish I got better gas mileage tho, speedy takin road trips.
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Harbor freight fold up trailer
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I sold my tacoma and bought a 2005 Chevy 2500 Duramax with a 6 speed manual :smt003 The only picture i have is with my fiberglass war horse in tow cause i havent got my racks on my canopy yet. Cant wait to set it up with a raised platform in the canopy for sleeping and fishing rod/ rifle storage under it.
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I roll with my perception pescador 12 atop my pumpkin(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/14/e82d5b083ffe7103a3920c05ee9b5282.jpg)
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I roll with my perception pescador 12 atop my pumpkin(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/14/e82d5b083ffe7103a3920c05ee9b5282.jpg)
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Atop the bean. Toyota Previa, 1995, with 'custom' roof racks--3" steel bar affixed to ladder racks with J-hooks.
Forgot to take the pic before removing the straps, while I wouldn't put it past me, I've yet to drive with the yaks unfastened.
They get three straps each: one to each of the J hooks (run under the ladder rack), and another each in the middle to a pair of stainless steel 8mm marine eye-bolts affixed to the roof of the van. For longer freeway trips I'll be running an additional bow line.
Nice thing on this van is it's got a sunroof in the middle, so I can open that, and stand in the van while rigging the tie-downs.
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u135/newfuturevintage/20150107_165932.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/newfuturevintage/media/20150107_165932.jpg.html)
and on the driver's side for my wife's sit in.
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u135/newfuturevintage/20150107_170000.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/newfuturevintage/media/20150107_170000.jpg.html)
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Harbor freight fold up trailer
What size trailer is that? It folds up? How much room does it take up folded?
I'm trying to figure out to take my yak camping. If I put the yak in the bed I have no room for camping gear. I have no room for a rack. I have a small yard. I have a Predator 13 yak. So probably a small, fold up trailer would be my best option?
Here's my truck at Christmas 2011. 2001 Dodge Dakota, V8. Under those Santa hats are lights.
(http://www.yuble.com/truck/truckxmas2011side.jpg)
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The wife got a 2015 Outback, I have a 2013 Outback ( :smt009 ) so hauling the yaks and all the other
crap equipment in my short bed Silverado wasn't going to work anymore.
Bought a Harbor Freight 4x8 folding trailer and built it to meet our needs (hopefully).
Do I need padding on the 2" cross bars or will the rails of the Outbacks be ok riding on the steel without it?
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Sweet setup :smt023
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Nice job on the storage boxes as well.
Alex
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Looks awesome. I'd suspect they'll be OK on the bare steel, but I'd throw some pool noodles over the steel just in case.
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Do I need padding on the 2" cross bars or will the rails of the Outbacks be ok riding on the steel without it?
Use pool noodles for sure. Better safe then sorry and it only costs a couple bucks. I get mine at Wal-Mart.
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That is some quality work, oldfart! Very nice trailer. I would second the recommendation to add pool noodle or pipe insulation for padding. It isn't necessary but it helps.
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That is some quality work, oldfart! Very nice trailer. I would second the recommendation to add pool noodle or pipe insulation for padding. It isn't necessary but it helps.
Thanks, You would probably be less impressed if you could see the welding. Definitely not my forte. Took lotsa time with the grinder and still not pretty.
I will look for something a little denser than pool noodles for the cross bars, maybe the foam floor mats and use a heat gun to form them around the bars.
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2000 Camry - 215k on a 2.2 that is as gutless and reliable as the day it was built
Harbor Freight Trailer with home made racks for the 'yaks (and camping gear at times)...
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Bought a Harbor Freight 4x8 folding trailer and built it to meet our needs (hopefully).
Good work! I'm in the process of making a "rod locker" that will go on the side of my rig.
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Your trailer looks like what I originally planned to make before my OCD got the better of me.
I'm looking forward to seeing your rod locker design. My trailer bounces around so much I'm concerned that the rods will slap against each other or the trailer and fracture. I am considering sewing up some rod socks out of heavy felt to help prevent that.
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03 tacoma double cab...want a 4x4 sprinter van eventually!!!
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2014 f150 platinum
2004 f150
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...want a 4x4 sprinter van eventually!!!
Me too! Beshoff gave me one for a weekend test drive in Napa. Need to revise seat padding, waaaaay too firm, worse than iron ass from sitting in a hobie :smt044. otherwise, perfect man van adventure vehicle.
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Two old Outbacks, one (even older) Mercedes. Usually I only have one and can lay it flat on the roof rack, but on occasion I have to haul both. It gets a bit sporty in a strong cross wind but I've driven 250 miles like this when I had to.
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Adding another entry in this section. This was taken in OR, on the way to GMS9; we took the long way to have dinner with my mom for 70th B-Day
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Your trailer looks like what I originally planned to make before my OCD got the better of me.
I'm looking forward to seeing your rod locker design. My trailer bounces around so much I'm concerned that the rods will slap against each other or the trailer and fracture. I am considering sewing up some rod socks out of heavy felt to help prevent that.
Needs some fine tuning but 5 rods survived a trip last night, including one bumpy road...lol. Once I get the design dialed in, I will build another for the other side of the trailer so I can DISAPPEAR with ALL of my rods if I want!!!
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I roll with my perception pescador 12 atop my pumpkin(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/14/e82d5b083ffe7103a3920c05ee9b5282.jpg)
Quick question. Do you strap the front and back down when transporting?
I currently do that now but have seen multiple cars on the road transporting kayaks with no front or back straps.
I would much rather not use the front and back straps since its f'ed the paint job on my car.
Let me know! :smt006
Thanks!
GS
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I roll with my perception pescador 12 atop my pumpkin(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/14/e82d5b083ffe7103a3920c05ee9b5282.jpg)
Quick question. Do you strap the front and back down when transporting?
I currently do that now but have seen multiple cars on the road transporting kayaks with no front or back straps.
I would much rather not use the front and back straps since its f'ed the paint job on my car.
Let me know! :smt006
Thanks!
GS
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=3672
Search the forum for more rack failures due to no bow lines.
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I roll with my perception pescador 12 atop my pumpkin(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/14/e82d5b083ffe7103a3920c05ee9b5282.jpg)
Quick question. Do you strap the front and back down when transporting?
I currently do that now but have seen multiple cars on the road transporting kayaks with no front or back straps.
I would much rather not use the front and back straps since its f'ed the paint job on my car.
Let me know! :smt006
Thanks!
GS
When i go very local, i dont tie down the front and back, most of the time now i do, just in case the main straps fail. For the front i tie it onthe latch ring under the hood. Doesnt damage the paint. The back i used a quick loop like this:
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You can do the under the hood thing DIY style.
This is how I do mine and it doesn't jack up the paint.
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Thanks guys!
Appreciate the feedback.
GS
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One thing I'll do when running bow lines (only on long trips. For all others, I run 3 roof lines on my van, two on J-cradles, and a third going to an eye-bolt on the roof) is to put some cloth gaffer's tape on the car under the lines. This works well to keep the paint from rubbing off. The tape is designed to not leave residue or pull off finish, but I also get some lint on it from my clothes before putting it on the hood for safety.
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This is the new adventure/party rig that we take all over the place :)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/13/b05dabcb32f45e7b06fc7f3637ee3b20.jpg)
2004 tundra 4x4 and a Jayco baja 10y. All rolling on mud terrain tires [emoji3]
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1997 Toyota LandCruiser (FZJ80)
167K and plenty of mods...scuffs on the fender flares courtesy of the Rubicon Trail.
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So I upgraded the mobile fishing shack from a 2003 SRW F350 4x4 to a 2011 DRW F350 4x4 (both are diesel)
I be rolling in style :smt044
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b217/Eric1218/2015%20Photos/DSCF0894_Fotor_zpsrrid5cuh.jpg)
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This is how I roll. I've put a lot of miles, 196,xxx so far, on this beautiful lady. Still love her though, she's given me plenty of shit, but she's never left me on the side of the road. After moving to CA from GA, I started exploring (or what is now called overlanding), this was one of my first passions upon moving to CA. The variety of terrain and endless back-roads make CA an overlander's dream. She's pretty well rigged up: full skid plates and rock sliders, front & rear ARB air lockers, and old man emu suspension, etc etc. She'll go most anywhere I point her. Not that fishing came before driving, but driving this to the middle of nowhere has to be one of my favorite things to do (bonus if there's fishing at the end)! If anyone ever wants to go 4 wheeling, let me know!
(http://i.imgur.com/pPML6Di.jpg)
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2015 Subaru Forester with Thule crossroad clamps, 58in bars, Yakima landsharks, and Thule snowboard rack for my rods.
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its Way to easy to load em on top!
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its Way to easy to load em on top!
Some of us can't decide, so do both! :lol:
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Well, now that we are located only a quarter mile from the launch (and the dreaded hill of death), my lovley wife decided that I will be on my own if I was going fishing ... She's NOT a Taxi she says Lol!!!!
Well drastic times call for drastic measures. So with no crab season and plenty of time on my hands, this is now how I roll
;0)
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Well, now that we are located only a quarter mile from the launch (and the dreaded hill of death), my lovley wife decided that I will be on my own if I was going fishing ... She's NOT a Taxi she says Lol!!!!
Well drastic times call for drastic measures. So with no crab season and plenty of time on my hands, this is now how I roll
;0)
Now now,,, no need to be vicious. :smt006 Purdy darn sweet change of lifestyle for you. I'm jealous.
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Ohh is that a 200es big red?
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Rocking the 06 Ridgeline with only 48k for the SLR FNC
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2012 Tacoma with the Thule Xsporter racks :smt006
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Bought the dually for the camper, got tired of the wife complaining that my gear was always getting the volvo dirty and stinky, so I put the shell that had been sitting in the back yard back on the old truck. Today I fabbed some mounting plates drilled the shell installed a Thule rack, loaded up and went fishing. This will be my local and back roads that would thrash the camper 4x4 fishing mobile.
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here is how I roll
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Ol' Bessie!
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I used to roll Zig-Zag style and now I roll sienna style. If you got kids in Marin or near I'll throw up 10% ncka family discount for haircuts
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Here is my rig.
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Going to the lake.
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My latest 'yak hauler...
'13 Grand Cherokee
Thule Square Bars
884 Roll Model saddles for the battleship
Rola J-Cradles for the little boat.
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I have found the Chevy Suburban to be the unsuspecting world traveler …
comfortable to drive, turns like a tank, Reliable, can be set to sleep in or my tent expansion that goes off the back open tailgate… 78" bars, Giant top hauler, bike holder, insulation for the yak and side shade mount...
a couple persian rugs, Tiki Tourches, a Katana, and your traveling like the King of Rohan … :farao:
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Katana
.. does that double as the filet knife? :smt003. Charley would be proud
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Oregon style
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Well, now that we are located only a quarter mile from the launch (and the dreaded hill of death), my lovley wife decided that I will be on my own if I was going fishing ... She's NOT a Taxi she says Lol!!!!
Well drastic times call for drastic measures. So with no crab season and plenty of time on my hands, this is now how I roll
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Eric that is awesome.
I tow mine around on this table trailer with an ebike. 10 minute ride to my local marina Emeryville marina or 15/20mins to Berkeley marina.
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Looking good brother
Hope to see you and Shifra at Albion ;0)
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Looking good brother
Hope to see you and Shifra at Albion ;0)
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Oh yah we'll be there.
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Inside Chevy Trailbazer EXT, is this legal?
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Be sure to open your windows or you'll suck your exhaust in through the back.
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Roof top two Hobie AIs.
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I'd been itching to get out more than I have been for exercise/ working on paddling technique, but it's such a PTIA to lug either this or my dolphin on top of the mini-van solo that I put together the Tuna Can Transporter.
Suzuki Swift (OK, OK, Chevy Metro, at least it's 4-banger), a couple generic door-jam bolt-on aluminum rails and a lot of straps, you know, just in case. I replaced all the hardware I could with stainless steel bolts and nylocks as the cheap steel stuff included will rust out if you even talk to it salty. The car has no tie-downs, so I sandwiched a drain hole in the spare tire compartment with two 4"x 4" pieces of 1/4" steel bar using an m8 eye bolt. For the bow, I mounted some scrap strapping with the quarter panel screws under the hood.
It only goes about 3 or 4 miles to and from MLK shoreline or Alameda from my house, and only very short distances at freeway speeds. The nose does ride high in the front due to the deck contour; I may start carrying it stern forward. Opted to keep it simple and not use cradles; the coaming rests against the rack rail to keep it from shooting forward during braking.
Surprisingly, it feels very stable for a 14' boat on an 11' car that weighs under a ton.
Still, this can't be OSHA approved.
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This is how I do it lol straight on the roof with a couple pads on roof reinforcements to not make any dents. Overall the racks pretty strong holds perfectly in place well, I tie it down pretty hard so there no movement and have gone up to 85mph heading towards Los Banos on a super windy day
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nice!
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Hobie TI on Subaru Outback. I had to upgrade the factory rack to the Yakima towers and crossbars, then slid 5" noodles over the bars and wrapped them with electrical tape. J-Racks carry the amas. I also added a trailer hitch with the Rhino Rack T-Loader to support the 18' hull. Getting it on the car pretty much requires a 2nd hand, but I can unload it by myself.
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Hobie TI on Subaru Outback. I had to upgrade the factory rack to the Yakima towers and crossbars, then slid 5" noodles over the bars and wrapped them with electrical tape. J-Racks carry the amas. I also added a trailer hitch with the Rhino Rack T-Loader to support the 18' hull. Getting it on the car pretty much requires a 2nd hand, but I can unload it by myself.
Badass. we got to get out there to fish and sail!
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1990.5 VW Vanagon Carat in Tornado Red on South African 16's with Hullavators and Camo T13
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This is an awesome thread. Not sure how I have missed it all this time.
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Picked up a 2013 tundra on Monday then mounted a tracrak last night. Loading is gonna be a major problem.
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Fun loading
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Pa 14 and tarpon 100 ride on this sled.
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Nice! Gary. I've got to get me something like that
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On 40's :smt002
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1992 Pathfinder, original owner, 135,000 miles, gutless wonder that fires up every time!
Ascend FS10 totes just fine perched up top.
Ditto, fun thread!!!
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I cut and modified my Thule Goal Post, so it fit in a custom made double hitch. Now I can haul bikes and kayaks at same time. All male fittings have a 5/8" flange nut welded inside, so nothing is moving and rattling while driving; holds rock solid!!
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Short trips 2-5 nights
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06 Fozzy XT on King Lifting Springs and 04 STI BBS takeoffs
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$700.00 Lincoln Navigator.
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my new way of rolling these days.
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my new way of rolling these days.
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Finally took a load off the small car. :)
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$700.00 Lincoln Navigator.
I take my cheapskate hat off and tip it in your general direction. Impressive intersection of cheap and not a tin can/rustbucket like my hoopties.
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$700.00 Lincoln Navigator.
I take my cheapskate hat off and tip it in your general direction. Impressive intersection of cheap and not a tin can/rustbucket like my hoopties.
Not at all a rust bucket. It had 121000 on the odometer. Poor mechanic work got it to me cheeeap. Thanks.
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Wait........, how do you roll ? ? In the surf..... landing usually.
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Drove a MB GLA SUV as a loaner for a few days past week. It was a little loud, but very nice drive. Thinking this could be my next ride. Spec'd out an AMG model with options to ~50K, ouch!! Anyone have one?
https://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/class/class-GLA/bodystyle-SUV
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03 Ram 3500 286k all mine
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Might ditch the cargo box and go with a Yakima Frontloader so I can bring along the bike.
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Haven't got to try it out yet, but I grabbed the Thule xsporter off of Craigslist today! Saddles should be here Wednesday, should be awesome not having 10ft. Of kayak hanging out the bed, if I can get them up on the rack that is!
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Haven't got to try it out yet, but I grabbed the Thule xsporter off of Craigslist today! Saddles should be here Wednesday, should be awesome not having 10ft. Of kayak hanging out the bed, if I can get them up on the rack that is!
What saddles did you go with? I have the xsporters too and have been considering some saddles.
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Haven't got to try it out yet, but I grabbed the Thule xsporter off of Craigslist today! Saddles should be here Wednesday, should be awesome not having 10ft. Of kayak hanging out the bed, if I can get them up on the rack that is!
What saddles did you go with? I have the xsporters too and have been considering some saddles.
I went with the Thule glide and set. Should be able to put two kayaks up that way, but just ordered one set for now to try. I noticed the reviews on every saddle or accessory had pluses and minuses, the glide and set included. So it can't hurt to try them out, and if I don't like them I'll try something else on the other side.
I think they're $219 on Thule site, but amazon has them for 175 and supposedly they include two straps and bow/stern lines
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Haven't got to try it out yet, but I grabbed the Thule xsporter off of Craigslist today! Saddles should be here Wednesday, should be awesome not having 10ft. Of kayak hanging out the bed, if I can get them up on the rack that is!
What saddles did you go with? I have the xsporters too and have been considering some saddles.
I went with the Thule glide and set. Should be able to put two kayaks up that way, but just ordered one set for now to try. I noticed the reviews on every saddle or accessory had pluses and minuses, the glide and set included. So it can't hurt to try them out, and if I don't like them I'll try something else on the other side.
I think they're $219 on Thule site, but amazon has them for 175 and supposedly they include two straps and bow/stern lines
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Sorry to rain on your parade, but I have the Glide and Sets, and I've not been happy with them. Specifically, they are designed to carry the boats right-side-up, whereas the manufacturers recommend that the boats rest on the gunwales, not the bottoms. To whit, I routinely found my Glide and Sets caused 12" diameter indentations in the hulls of my yaks, not good. To make matters worse, my "Set" saddles (the sticky ones in the front) routinely collapsed under the strap tensioning load, so the nice boat hugging profile routinely got flattened into pointy bars...not good at all.
Truth-in-advertising: My saddles are about 8-years old, so maybe Thule has figured out how to make acceptable saddles since then, but they are still really expensive. I just added SUP board pads ($40 off Amazon) to my bars and now I strap 'em down upside-down, and this works really well.
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Haven't got to try it out yet, but I grabbed the Thule xsporter off of Craigslist today! Saddles should be here Wednesday, should be awesome not having 10ft. Of kayak hanging out the bed, if I can get them up on the rack that is!
What saddles did you go with? I have the xsporters too and have been considering some saddles.
I went with the Thule glide and set. Should be able to put two kayaks up that way, but just ordered one set for now to try. I noticed the reviews on every saddle or accessory had pluses and minuses, the glide and set included. So it can't hurt to try them out, and if I don't like them I'll try something else on the other side.
I think they're $219 on Thule site, but amazon has them for 175 and supposedly they include two straps and bow/stern lines
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Sorry to rain on your parade, but I have the Glide and Sets, and I've not been happy with them. Specifically, they are designed to carry the boats right-side-up, whereas the manufacturers recommend that the boats rest on the gunwales, not the bottoms. To whit, I routinely found my Glide and Sets caused 12" diameter indentations in the hulls of my yaks, not good. To make matters worse, my "Set" saddles (the sticky ones in the front) routinely collapsed under the strap tensioning load, so the nice boat hugging profile routinely got flattened into pointy bars...not good at all.
Truth-in-advertising: My saddles are about 8-years old, so maybe Thule has figured out how to make acceptable saddles since then, but they are still really expensive. I just added SUP board pads ($40 off Amazon) to my bars and now I strap 'em down upside-down, and this works really well.
Yea I read some similar reviews, and also read about a bunch of people that loved them. So I'll try them out, and if they don't work I have pads to lay the boats upside down, I'd just prefer not to. I'm hoping that since my boats don't sit on the truck except to/from the water I can avoid the indentations, but it's all trial and error! Thanks for the feedback!
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Finally had a chance to try out the saddles with my AI hull. There's some truth to all of the reviews, the rear contact area is small enough to deform the hull, but only while the weight is on them, as soon as I unload they go away. Super easy to get the AI up and strapped down, and far more secure than my bed extender.
Also added some ski racks today to hold my rods and reels to keep them from banging around in the bed, and from tangling with each other. I love this because I can flip them upside down and not lose any kayak space up top when I want to carry more.
All in all I'm happy with it, certainly better than in the bed.
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Saw this and thought we could all go in one truck. Modify the trailer for the 10 kayaks I would carry. :smt003
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My 2017 PA 14 in my 08 Ram 1500 with the use of the Boonedox Truck Bed Extender. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170315/8da3455459bf4260397c00be53757d38.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170315/3435b370763cc373da61061b265294e6.jpg)
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Comfortably!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGx4byk9sIE
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Looks sick buddy!
How many MPG do you get compared to your truck?
Did you get your yak rack squared away yet?
How many yaks can you carry?
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Looks sick buddy!
How many MPG do you get compared to your truck?
Did you get your yak rack squared away yet?
How many yaks can you carry?
Unfortunately right now they are pretty close. My truck has been sucking the gas as of late. I need to figure out why.
The kayak rack is 95% done. Just need one more tweak.
It was made to carry one kayak...intentionally! :smt044
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Looks sick buddy!
How many MPG do you get compared to your truck?
Did you get your yak rack squared away yet?
How many yaks can you carry?
Unfortunately right now they are pretty close. My truck has been sucking the gas as of late. I need to figure out why.
The kayak rack is 95% done. Just need one more tweak.
It was made to carry one kayak...intentionally! :smt044
Dude me like what me see!
Since you can haul one yak now and the Bay Day is at an RV park you got no excuses for not driving up here for it so I can drool on that "way too clean" engine bay.
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Finally had a chance to try out the saddles with my AI hull. There's some truth to all of the reviews, the rear contact area is small enough to deform the hull, but only while the weight is on them, as soon as I unload they go away. Super easy to get the AI up and strapped down, and far more secure than my bed extender.
Also added some ski racks today to hold my rods and reels to keep them from banging around in the bed, and from tangling with each other. I love this because I can flip them upside down and not lose any kayak space up top when I want to carry more.
All in all I'm happy with it, certainly better than in the bed.
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Okay that's good news.
An update: I've spoken w/ sales reps & their answer to my complaint about the "Set" saddles collapse problem is that I have been strapping the saddled boat DOWN to the rack bar which definitely squashes the saddles flat. The right way to do it is to strap the boat to/around the saddles; after all, the saddles are bolted to the racks, so the saddles are secure for strapping. My mistake.
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Finally got the Dolphin atop the Suzuki Swift. Because I remain more clever than smart.
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It can be done. 19 foot glass sea yak. Departed Sonoma county, arrived in Kenai AK. No problems. My son built the racks out of oak and used straps thru the windows to secure. Windows rolled up and sealed fine.
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This is now "How I Roll"
See ya at Albion
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Until project mad max bronco is road (warrior) worthy, we're road tripping in the subie!
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Keep it simple.
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My OK Prowler on my Mini Clubman . . . I'm glad I don't carry it this way any longer. Yeesh. :smt104
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98 Frontier with lumber rack
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2017 Subaru STI. Currently my only vehicle. Fun until it's time to go to Costco or kayak fishing. Doable but I miss my trucks.
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99 Crew Cab Superduty and a Yakima roof rack
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Finally ready to toss out my old rust bucket. Found a used Malone to replace it.
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I Zod Out
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Been a while since I had all of this on the roll,,,
Just " One..." of the personal trailers that launched HOW on the West Coast ,,,
RacinRacidRob, SF Bay, Dino, WA. Anthony, Portland ,,,
Strong work Guys ,,,
Very Proud of what we did,
and for what I'm working on now that's not HOW ,,, :smt002
Cheers y Ciao ,,, :smt006
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Couldnt do it without my Hullavator..
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OB and Compass
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Nice, camo against the sky and ocean... :smt006
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My rig
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Great set up Turbo! Well done! :thumleft:
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Sold the truck. Down to one car.
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2000 frontier with the shell rack. Probably going to get rid of it for something that does better on gas
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Just picked up a tandem Hobie Mirage the other day with my minivan. Had to bring it home like this!
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Little bit tricky getting it up there solo, but it rides fine.
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I know the picture has a raft, but I can also put a kayak up there or put it inside the box an close it up
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Got Thule pads, and a Yakima Showboat to roll the thing up top.
Sure do miss my Silverado....
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With an extended paddle and a vicious hip snap.
This is my ride.
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Bought a Toyota Tacoma in great condition giving my Duramax a break! This is going to be another good Salmon year !!!
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Bought a Toyota Tacoma in great condition giving my Duramax a break! This is going to be another good Salmon year !!!
Good stuff! Looking forward to seeing you on da wattah brahhdah! :smt006
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New way to roll for 2021. mocked up and it looks like itll work out.
built the truck up for overlanding. and now i can overland with a kayak. i made a high security tunneau cover, and added 4 crossbars along the bed rails. i wanted a roof top tent, but also wanted to carry my kayak. so i added rollers on the bars. loading is a breeze now. if i take the tent off, i can carry 2 more kayaks on top.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210329/a08631fcab105715854626835386228c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210329/e295a392bad8ae5d02288ebd99f4804c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210329/4e338ccd146ff5245a671fbe39684a2f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210329/5eac7fd7fe9b37e00acd982c9babc43f.jpg)
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Hey Bob
That's a great set-up!
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yak Big Game racks on stock toyota rack on Prius
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Hey Bob
That's a great set-up!
+1. What do you do when it’s raining though?
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Hey Bob
That's a great set-up!
+1. What do you do when it’s raining though?
Doesn't rain in ca
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I trailer... too lazy to cart my yak and it’s a bit on the heavy side. The trailer isn’t too far off my Wilderness cart height if I do have to roll it.
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Bed extender for the predator and racked Hobie outback with PVC attachment using T-bolts. Wouldn't recommend this setup for Hobies. The tension from the straps tends to pull the hull down a bit on the outside causing the middle to bow up a bit. It's noticable because the center hatch doesn't close as easily when the bucket is in place. Over time, stored upside down, it corrects itself, but still, no bueno. Normally, the bed extender only is the way I roll.
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Currently roof racked. Trailer is in my near future. Besides the pain in my literal back, no room for a third yak up there and I think we got at least one more to add to the family fun.
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Nothing special but first time ever strapping a kayak to the top of a car. Glad it didn't come off.
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Nothing special but first time ever strapping a kayak to the top of a car. Glad it didn't come off.
congrats. nascent success toting up the yak is a glorious thing. enjoy!
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Who needs a bed extender when you have a limo length '96 F350 crew cab long bed? :smt003
(Also, who needs to be able to park easily or get good gas mileage? :tongue3:)
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Who needs a bed extender when you have a limo length '96 F350 crew cab long bed? :smt003
(Also, who needs to be able to park easily or get good gas mileage? :tongue3:)
Get Sum ! Well, except for the gas mileage thing. :smt003
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Who needs a bed extender when you have a limo length '96 F350 crew cab long bed?
That would be an ideal AI-mobile...
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Need to sell my roof racks I've found an easier way to roll
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Loving the new Rhino kayak saddle kit.
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4 yaks on the Yota for the family trip! Vibe Shearwater 125, Wilderness Systems tarpon 100, a 10' & 6' lifetime.
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NorCal frozen lake trip! Vibe Shearwater 125
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Let's see some serious jalopies - you know, rusted out floors to aid with the Flintstone braking; different color doors & hoods from the junk yard; cardboard windows; red-taped tail lights; duct tape; Bondo; primer; maybe even some custom body modification courtesy of Sawzall!
:smt005 :smt044
just happened to read this post from early in the thread.
Here's what my little farm truck that started this thread looks like today.
Rusted floors? check. (ok now they are duralined)
bondo, primer, multiple paint jobs? check.
custom body modification courtesy of sawzall? big ole' check. :smt005
It even has a mismatched rear tire from me running over a buried forming stake and trashing one of my nice BFGs.
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Hah, well you sure got a lot of years out of it! My poor 4Runner is going in next week to see what the damage is to fix a coolent leak, and maybe do the head gasket. Might be time for me to get something else, but after all these years, still sounds as strong as ever.
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Oh man, the Jah 4runner, i remember that rig!
Hopefully the repair isn't too bad Al. Blown head gaskets can be spendy, BTDT :smt009
Why i have a soft spot for rigs that have been repaired far beyond their expected life i don't know. it's like a madness...
:smt005 You know the day Mooch took that picture at Bean, the water pump went out on my drive home!
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We have retired "Clickity Clack the Adventure Truck" (got the name after one of the hubcaps developed a clicking noise). I now have a 2020 Nissan Frontier. We also have racks on GF's 2003 Toyota Tacoma, so the yaks can get around (GF's truck at Crater Lake NP last summer coming home from Lake Tahoe).
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Old Town AutoPilot 120
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Update: My beast now has racks, for multi kayak adventures with room left for camping gear :smt001
Maybe the yaks will give it some lift and improve the mileage? :smt044
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Got my baby on board, heading to the cove.
Bought my Dads 06' CRV when he got a new one. I was thinking about buying a beater truck to haul my yak but this came at the right price and I can store everything I need inside!
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Got my baby on board, heading to the cove.
Bought my Dads 06' CRV when he got a new one. I was thinking about buying a beater truck to haul my yak but this came at the right price and I can store everything I need inside!
Miss my 05 crv
Rolling the 2006 ridgeline w/ only 67k miles
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Currently …edit……. apparently “straight up” , cropped the pic so it’s right side up.
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How do you Roll? It’s not the roll that matters as much as the ability to use one these days. With restrooms left in deplorable condition, or locked down, porta potty’s tipped over or just plain full, it’s not always easy to find relief before or after heading out on the water, on a long road trip or working in remote areas. I don’t know about you but I find myself in these situations several times a week.
Out of necessity, I found a solution and this is HOW I ROLL: I carry a 5 gallon bucket, Dunny Seat, plastic liners and a good roll or two in all my rigs.
Tips: Bring more liners than you think you’ll need, open a door on you rig and sit facing the interior of the vehicle (notice the seat will provide backside privacy), and last but not least – dispose of your waste bags as soon as you can, do not let them ferment!
I had fun writing this up hope you get a laugh out of it, but really, I have much more confidence driving 400 miles, fishing a new spot, or working in the wilderness than I did before the miniscule investment.
Roll on my friends!
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Back when I started kayaking just a few years ago. I had the white Yakima Rocket Box my family used for trips for years and Omar's Yellow Outback.
Recently I've still got the Rocket Box, Painted it Black and got a couple of J hooks for the Set of Revo 13's.
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Can you see it? It’s in cloak mode...
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Our camping/fishing trip with Subaru Outback and Hobie Oasis.
The last photo shows one with $40 of firewood from Fort Bragg Firewood (own by a fisherman).
Paul
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Can you see it? It’s in cloak mode...
No stealth mode?
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Can you see it? It’s in cloak mode...
No stealth mode?
Ahhhhh...I’ll get the hang of it... :smt005 :smt006
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Triple stacked on this day. My oldest son on the Pescador, and towed my youngest son on the Boss 12.
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How do you Roll? It’s not the roll that matters as much as the ability to use one these days. With restrooms left in deplorable condition, or locked down, porta potty’s tipped over or just plain full, it’s not always easy to find relief before or after heading out on the water, on a long road trip or working in remote areas. I don’t know about you but I find myself in these situations several times a week.
Out of necessity, I found a solution and this is HOW I ROLL: I carry a 5 gallon bucket, Dunny Seat, plastic liners and a good roll or two in all my rigs.
Tips: Bring more liners than you think you’ll need, open a door on you rig and sit facing the interior of the vehicle (notice the seat will provide backside privacy), and last but not least – dispose of your waste bags as soon as you can, do not let them ferment!
I had fun writing this up hope you get a laugh out of it, but really, I have much more confidence driving 400 miles, fishing a new spot, or working in the wilderness than I did before the miniscule investment.
Roll on my friends!
great recommendation! but then there is stage fright
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Not like this. lol
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Just need to fab a kayak rack for it.
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Got my baby on board, heading to the cove.
Bought my Dads 06' CRV when he got a new one. I was thinking about buying a beater truck to haul my yak but this came at the right price and I can store everything I need inside!
Miss my 05 crv
Rolling the 2006 ridgeline w/ only 67k miles
Do you find that it's easier loading it on the truck bed rack vs car topping or pretty much the same? I'm also in a CRV and while it's not difficult top loading it, anything easier will give me more of an excuse for a truck :smt003
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Traded in my 2005 highlander 4cyl for a 2021 Ranger 4cyl. same mpg but does everything else about 50x better and faster
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Traded in my 2005 highlander 4cyl for a 2021 Ranger 4cyl. same mpg but does everything else about 50x better and faster
Nice rig. Gonna be my next truck, when the old mazda finally retires.
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Traded in my 2005 highlander 4cyl for a 2021 Ranger 4cyl. same mpg but does everything else about 50x better and faster
Nice rig. Gonna be my next truck, when the old mazda finally retires.
i have been very happy with it! comfy to drive, and very capable. more power and torque than a v6 tacoma, better mpgs and towing too.
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i have been very happy with it! comfy to drive, and very capable. more power and torque than a v6 tacoma, better mpgs and towing too.
Seriously? Hum that is tempting. Going to look this up
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i have been very happy with it! comfy to drive, and very capable. more power and torque than a v6 tacoma, better mpgs and towing too.
Seriously? Hum that is tempting. Going to look this up
7500lb towing, I get 20mpg mixed towing and normal city driving.
270hp @ 310ft lb in the ranger vs 270 @ 280ft lb in the v6 tacoma
Ford also sells a tune that maintains warranty and is CA legal for 320hp and 360ft lbs.
The 10 speed tranny (same as f150) is a beast.
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i have been very happy with it! comfy to drive, and very capable. more power and torque than a v6 tacoma, better mpgs and towing too.
Seriously? Hum that is tempting. Going to look this up
Can confirm. My BIL traded his 2010 Ranger with the 4.0l/auto for a 2021 with the 4cyl/10spd auto. I drove both (to Shelter and back) and the 2021 actually has better acceleration/feels more powerful. The only downside is the roof height/tailgate height. It feels like a lifted 4wd when it is a standard 2wd.
I'm old enough to learn to drive without cameras, so relying on a screen is counter intuitive to me. But you have to use it because with a cap on the truck the rear viz is terrible. BUT, the camera provides great viz once you are used to backing up with it and lets you avoid flattening little old ladies that walk behind a backing truck in a random Santa Barbara Bevmo parking lot.
Towing package is beastly.
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crazy part is the tow package is just a hitch. Nothing else- truck can tow 7500 without an intercooler or special anything. it should be fine for a long time I hope. I went with the bed rack so its a bit easier to see around..
for trailer brakes I use a Curt Bluetooth controller
It is tall, but tbh i like that more than the trucks that feel like cars... i came from a 1500 suburban tho, so i prefer a tall stance and like to see over traffic. a good solution to the 2wd issue is to get the 4x haha especially if you're going on boat ramps
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Definitely got his priorities in order :smt005
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Bump!
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Ford for pavement, but I D.D. my avatar