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McVicker is most definitely an inspiration to us all ! A legend in his own time !!

I know John does not want me to post this, but I hope when I’m 82 years old I’m out there tipping over land cruiser and having fun. Absolute legend.

Nah, just me…thank goodness. And here’s a picture 30 minutes after the flop of the real heroes of this flop. No broken glass, no broken mirrors & no dents. Scratches that will buff out…well that is if I ever buy any wax.🤔 And my friends got to...

Was Maureen in there too?

After having a few days to put gear away and reset, it has been a very long time since I have enjoyed an event as much as this one. The "feel" is visceral. I don't know how else to define it

This post goes out to Bruno and his epic 45. "40 Creamsicle" (Long exposure and 500 photos twisting the camera) And who doesn't like a good paper map.

I had the pleasure of wheeling with John Mcvicker and is friends from the eastern sierras in Moab after SAS. We ran fins and things and hells revenge.

Yep @CenTXFJ60 it was a very awesome day for sure. Being with you guys on such an epic Run will be in my memory bank forever. Maureen had a tremendous time too.😎

Home at 3:00am on Sunday. Picked up a few along the way south of Lubbock (@bottombracket and Sean Hanko) and we all three drove into the midnight hours. Left for Houston Sunday afternoon and just got back. Enjoying a beer in the sweat box of...

Buddy approved!! So cool. I probably lucked out because Buddy's leash was a Frisbee, lol. I love and appreciate the special bond only a dog can bring. I really love this. Thank you so much SAS leaders for making this happen!

When those guys have problems with Land Cruiser Carbs or can't find replacement parts they call Mark's Off Road. :rofl: True. I've been in the shop when Mark has received a call from them. SORs rebuilder, too. Just call Mark during...

I've had very good luck with the Carburetor Exchange as well. I use the super small shop in Riverside, but there is a larger one in El Monte. https://el-monte-carburetors.myshopify.com/ Bunch of old school hod rodders that have forgotten more...

Rear diff fluid changed (other fluids checked), greased all grease points, installed Toyota head unit (just for looks), BT receiver, and ball mounts for accessories (carplay screen and phone holder). LED headlights and side markers, fitted new to...

Sounds good. I've run 7.50r16 and the last 15+ years 235/85r16 on my ancient patrol (in oz). I've not ever felt that wide tyres would have enhanced anything. Those skinny tyres have taken me through a LOT of WA and some of NT/SA. Lot's of desert...

You've got the "simple smog" and it doesn't look like the california specific one...probably federal. If you were to remove it....I personally would store it and not sell it. The rig can sell (if you eventually sell) to more places with smog...

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I ran 100 series pads for a while on my old 80. I honestly did not find any difference and as @CrabCake stated, they are a very tough fit. You can certainly do it and the guarantee is you will be wiser from the experience, :D If you do new...

He just ate it up!

Ha. A rail. How quaint… My sockets are loose in a bag so I have to grab an 11 every time I’m searching for a 10 or 12, like it should be. (But seriously, thank you for the suggestions and tips everyone)

Great minds 🤪 2,642 miles and SAS9 is a wrap for us. I'll get some pictures up later. Thanks again to everyone who made this event possible. We had a great time. Second guessing leaving Colorado though with this humidity - and it really...

@CenTXFJ60 = 4th pic. We camped at the base of the eastern side of Stony Pass.

I’ve been dumping all my info and pics over on the SAS9 thread so here goes… Built up my Datsun trailer for the trip to Colorado as well as general maintenance on Paul. After the trip with my boy we are in the middle of our Colorado family...

Chilling in Morrison after some needed maintenance, final stretch home on Thursday. My wheel bearing on the P side was loose, my clutch fluid was roasted, my air filter was filthy and most of my interior was dropping screws. A new air filter, a...

Thank you to the organizers and staff and volunteers who put this event on! Had a blast once again, always sad when I have to leave to get home. Made it yesterday afternoon after 2000+ miles. Hats off to all that drive their rigs out and back...

So, calculating for LA traffic, you'll arrive late afternoon. ;)