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The problem in this event wasn't the hitch or ball, but the drop adapter being used, and how far they exceeded the capacity rating. He had an ?8" drop receiver rated for ?7,000 lbs to pull a ?9,000lbs vehicle that was stuck in ?2.5 feet of mud, which effectively doubled the weight of the...

I carry a long handle round mouth (Fiskars Pro 60 inch) because most snow stuck or ditched vehicles are a snow depth/volume problem, more so than an ice problem. Round mouth is generally easier to remove snow, especially if you are reaching underneath the vehicle. A spade does cut better, but...

That would work too, but you could also design it so it clears the bumper and opens without additional fuss. Or you could have a drop that goes down and around the trailer hitch receiver, with a quick disconnect pin, or 3 hinge points to allow it to drop without disconnecting.

It could help carry the weight, but not reduce the bounce/lift. I'd be more inclined to a solid connection, with a bolt down through the top of the tailgate. Alternately if you don't want to drill the tailgate you could add a brace that goes down and between the side gaps, which encircles the...

I'm not a fan of exterior mounted cans, other than milspec metal cans, mostly for heat and expansion pressures. The potential problem I have with 5 gallon metal cans is the weight when loaded, and added weight of the mounting bracket. If I understand your design, the only contact point is on the...

Don't forget to tension your new synthetic winch lines after install, with at least 1,000 lbs on the bottom 2 layers. Also I recommend getting a strap type anchor. Personally I recommend installing before needing it, but at the very least have one for emergency repair in the field...

No, it should just be un-dampered ;)

I tried the manual reset a few times, but I kept getting the double honk on the first tire. I swapped out the only tire that had individual service since the TPMS were installed and the system came back to working properly. I dropped it off at Blue Start Ford for a TPMS check/service and they...

That had to be a special night, Burning Down the House didn't come out until 82 or 83. Did you see Marty McFly and Doc Brown anywhere?

Hey thanks for posting this. My brother and I both cast our votes for you, Mauritz Van Niekerk. You're welcome!!! LOL, 2 votes for you John ;)

Is that right? Or maybe Left? I don't know what to write about rites. ;)

Is it immanent or eminent? If you mean 'famous' or 'superior,' use the word eminent; if you mean 'impending, about to happen' that is imminent; and if you mean 'present, inherent,' use the word immanent. While it may not be eminent at completion it will definitely not be disastrous. ;)

Damper? Thems fighting words!!!

Okay, update time...... I have the paint, gun and everything else I need for the project, but did hit a few speed bumps. My air compressor blew up just after the paint arrived. Up here we have an automotive Wal-Mart of sorts called Canadian Tire. Their prices are not great, but have rotating...

At the time I didn't love it. It was old and basic, and the cab was rough, but I missed the motor/power as soon as they gave me a new "better" truck.

SONOFA!!! My F150 I had 5 tires mounted with TPMS, and did 5 wheel rotations, with the spare carried in the box, so always on the truck. 5,000km roatations over 130,000 km, every time they synced on the first drive afterward. This Ranger I have 6 summer and 4 winter tires all mounted with...

The sensors could be seeing the outside wall or guide barriers and misreading it as a vehicle you are approaching due to the closing radius. If you are driving the same bends repeatedly, try moving farther to the inside/outside of the bend to see how that affects the speed changes. I've had the...

This indeed. My summers are 3peak M&S which I take off for Winter tires, and get questioned by lots of people. I explain exactly that they are okay in snow, but nothing compared to proper winter tires. It's also a nice bonus that my winters even thought top of the line are still cheaper than my...

This kayak is 15'9" 83 lbs, the truck bed is 6'6". Although I do have a Prinsu now with both canoe & kayak carriers for it, if I didn't, I'd have no concerns carrying this kayak in the same methods as shown in these photos. Even hanging out the rear, as long as it's centered the sweep stays...

Not my $3B, I'm in Canada. I doubt we have $3B in the coffers ;)