Archive for April, 2008
Friday, April 11th, 2008
Driving Northwest Forest Logging Roads
When driving the back roads of Washington you are likely to encounter all sorts of roads and vehicles. I would like to address “logging roads” through the forests of the Northwest.
Having worked in the woods for a number of years, I have become accustomed to driving logging roads and “dealing with” other logging road [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Overland travel, Trail Runs by Brandon
Friday, April 4th, 2008
‘96 F250 Powerstroke Glow Plugs
I recently replaced the glow plugs on a ‘96 Ford F250 pickup with 7.3l Powerstroke engine. This particular vehicle is also equipped with several Banks upgrades. I found some good articles over at powerstroke.org for replacing the glow plugs as well as a source for an entire “kit” from the powerstrokeshop.com to do [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Tech by Brandon
Friday, April 4th, 2008
Wagongear tailgate storage lid
I just finished the quick and easy installation of the 60 series tailgate storage lid from Wagongear.com, into my ‘87 FJ60 More information can be found at the original forum thread on Ih8mud.com. This conicals Kevin’s original design to final product as well as installations by many satisfied customers. It is amazing how [...]
1 Comment » - Posted in Tech by Brandon
Thursday, April 3rd, 2008
What we are up against
In a recent article by the Seattle Times titled “Off-roading turned meadow into mud hole” it was reported that 6 individuals have been charged with malicious mischief for the destruction of a natural meadow near Wenatchee, Wa.
WENATCHEE — One night of destructive fun has altered the course of nature in a peaceful meadow south of [...]
