Recent content by TheDesertRat

I read the same thing, so I had my off-road shop install. Asked afterwards and he said “no problem” so that’s all I got. No change in my opinion since my post on Oct 21, 2022. Me thinks you’re gonna be happy.

Was thinking of buying one (just to have), but saw "COUNTRY OF ORGIN: CHINA" so I think I'll pass and look for a similar product made somewhere (almost anywhere) else in the world.

Five years, no issues. Few scratches, nothing more. Don’t rock climb but I routinely lead outings into Arizona’s remote backcountry (Old Mines & Forgotten Mining Camps, Native American sites, old historic Town locations, etc.) no problems.

Not Prescott, but near by Prescott Valley. Go to Bobby's Repair - his specialty is radiator repair (welding), but does all general repair. Very reasonable prices and honest. Does oil change on all our vehicles (five of them - two Land Cruisers, Lexus, Tundra, Audi) for only $20 allowing us...

Awesome! :clap:

Excellent trip report! Detail, photos and what to expect written in a clear manner. Also enjoyed the comparison to the trip you made nearly 20 years ago.

Senator Hwy turns "bad", south of Crown King between Crown King and Lake Pleasant (the Backway to CK). Approaching Crown King from I-17 (through Bumblebee) following E Crown King Road all the way to CK is a maintained road and Rear Locker or Crawl Mode not required in dry weather. However...

S Jefferson Street in Mayer becomes Pine Flat Road going west until it ends at Senator Hwy. Then south on Senator Hwy will take you to Crown King, north on Senator Hwy will take you to Prescott. A Sequoia or 4 Runner with good tires should have no problem, however snow at higher elevations...

Not yet, but I'll watch for it!

I'm with you on this - I CANNOT stand businesses that don't put customer service, including not delivering on a promise and then not resolving complaints as the highest priority. You did the right thing by pursing the shipping cost with CC company, but that really doesn't fix the issue...

Yeah, NorthStar batteries are pricey. But like the man on the TV always said, "you can pay me now or pay me later". Needing a jump or worse yet having a battery fail completely at the least convenient time can be a real pain. All depends how far off the grid you take your rig. Gotta...

Highly recommend Northstar battery - excellent reviews. Big solid chunk of battery build to last. Our mechanic that has installed a couple of them, couldn't believe how heavy it was for the size. If you're gonna get a battery, get a AGM with best technology... AGM Thin Plate -...

Seems a bit pricey. That is, until the day you REALLY need it.

Nice, very nice indeed!

Also use BlueDriver. Have the App on my iPhone (trouble free), carry the Plug-In portion in my "go bag" so I have it with me when ever I (or a friend) needs it. Has come in handy a number of times while out on the road. Monitors everything I need to know, plus much more.