Expedition Modded Jeeps - Let's see 'em!!
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From: Fond du Lac, WI
Originally Posted by jckid
I finally got my trailer off the beaten path last month. I picked a couple of easy Jeep trails for the trial run. It handled well, although we did add a third load bar under the tent after nearly loosing it on the trail! 
We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. 
And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.
We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.
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From: Grand falls, Newfoundland
Originally Posted by MIZZOU
Where did you get that rear gate fold down shelf. Been looking for something to clean my trout/birds on. That is SWEET!
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From: West Sacramento, CA - Huntington Beach, CA
Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
First off, non-CARB compliant cans are no longer sold new in the U.S. I'm not saying you can't find them, but it is illegal to import them into the country. All cans sold must be CARB complaint throughout the entire country. That means that wretched nozzle that you must push and pull all at the same time while holding 35 pounds worth of gas at an awkward angle trying to get it to flow into the refuel port. Awkward is an understatement. So, possible couple answers:
1. Find old "Blitz-style" cans and refurbish as necessary.
2. Buy the CARB-complaint cans and live with it's sucky nozzle.
3. Buy the CARB-compliant cans and use a siphon hose. This is a very elegant solution, it really is, if your cans are mounted high enough for siphoning to work. You can buy the siphon hose here--it works by pumping it up and down quickly inside the can four or five strokes, then fuel magically flows. No sucking involved. okoffroad.com/stuff-siphon.htm
4. Find a source for the non-CARB cans. They aren't cheap. Expect to pay $100-150 for new ones.
BTW: I recommend the WEDCO cans (also sold as Briggs and Stratton) without the seam around the edge at the bottom (which the can you linked has, BTW). The major problem with them is that the plastic cap is not permanently attached. I've had kids in the neighborhood remove them and throw them around the 'hood, losing one. After phone calls to WEDCO, Briggs and Stratton, and Plastic Manufacturing, Inc (who makes the cap for those two companies), I came to the conclusion that it is no longer possible to buy the caps (they used to sell it in a set with a new nozzle). I've tried caps for other cans, including plastic ones, but they have a different thread pitch. If you lose a cap, you get to buy a new can. I've since taken option 4 above, and have the real-deal in cans. The metal cap is affixed by a hinge to the can. And, the way it mounts in my jerry can rack, it's not possible for someone to open the cap without first cutting the lock off of the rack. So, the fuel inside is better protected from mischief. Don't ask where I picked up the cans--my source is dry.
1. Find old "Blitz-style" cans and refurbish as necessary.
2. Buy the CARB-complaint cans and live with it's sucky nozzle.
3. Buy the CARB-compliant cans and use a siphon hose. This is a very elegant solution, it really is, if your cans are mounted high enough for siphoning to work. You can buy the siphon hose here--it works by pumping it up and down quickly inside the can four or five strokes, then fuel magically flows. No sucking involved. okoffroad.com/stuff-siphon.htm
4. Find a source for the non-CARB cans. They aren't cheap. Expect to pay $100-150 for new ones.
BTW: I recommend the WEDCO cans (also sold as Briggs and Stratton) without the seam around the edge at the bottom (which the can you linked has, BTW). The major problem with them is that the plastic cap is not permanently attached. I've had kids in the neighborhood remove them and throw them around the 'hood, losing one. After phone calls to WEDCO, Briggs and Stratton, and Plastic Manufacturing, Inc (who makes the cap for those two companies), I came to the conclusion that it is no longer possible to buy the caps (they used to sell it in a set with a new nozzle). I've tried caps for other cans, including plastic ones, but they have a different thread pitch. If you lose a cap, you get to buy a new can. I've since taken option 4 above, and have the real-deal in cans. The metal cap is affixed by a hinge to the can. And, the way it mounts in my jerry can rack, it's not possible for someone to open the cap without first cutting the lock off of the rack. So, the fuel inside is better protected from mischief. Don't ask where I picked up the cans--my source is dry.
That siphon hose is a great idea, I'm going to use that, thanks.
Mike
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From: West Sacramento, CA - Huntington Beach, CA
Originally Posted by jckid
I finally got my trailer off the beaten path last month. I picked a couple of easy Jeep trails for the trial run. It handled well, although we did add a third load bar under the tent after nearly loosing it on the trail! We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.
We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.Last edited by mficarelli / LandShark; Oct 9, 2012 at 10:58 AM.
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From: California
I like your trailer, did you build it or is it a military trailer? I built my as a 4'x4' box for the tight forests in Northern California, unfortunately I can't carry as much. It's still in the protype phase, so it's unpainted I keep changing things as I use it, finding out what works and what doesn't. I think I will add decks at the sides and front like yours. I also want to build a lid like yours. Did you build it? If so, what was the frame built from? Tubing, angle, channel, etc. Thanks for sharing your trailer, here's mine during a scuba diving weekend.
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From: Central NJ
WV has a bunch of those "Unmaintained Roads" as well. Great adventure to get an old map - or current map if they are complete enough - and see what you can uncover on some of the old roads. Many cross through farm fields and across what would otherwise be private land. Be polite and close any gates behind you. Be careful of those who would think you are trespassing and want to escort you off their land with the support of their shotgun...
Thanks for the good pictures.
Thanks for the good pictures.
Glad you liked the couple pics. Next time I'll use the Go Pro too.
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From: Central NJ
I finally got my trailer off the beaten path last month. I picked a couple of easy Jeep trails for the trial run. It handled well, although we did add a third load bar under the tent after nearly loosing it on the trail! We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.
We McGyver'd it to make it home, but it gave us the opportunity to sleep in the back of the two-door for a night, so now we know we can. And the only thing that made it uncomfortable was the lack of a mattress.how was your buying experience?
