eddie333 build thread & misc adventures

[GabrielM]

Are you familiar with the North Road that connects to the James Bay Road? I'll be taking a trip up there in a few weeks? Seems very remote.

Not personally. Depending how far north you want to go, I know they are some native communities and outfitters in that area.

I've done some research on OverlandQuebec and it's looks like some large portions of roads are asphalt (like between Matagamie and Radisson).

Some pictures I found (in French):
2010 james bay teritory tour !!! - Autres loisirs - Overland Québec
A la recherche du Nord ! - Page 3 - Complètes - Overland Québec

Beside visiting the dams near Radisson, I don't think there's much to do there. You can also try to go to Caniapiscau also.

Post in that section on OQ and more knowledgeable people will be able to answer your questions!

 

[eddie333]

Mounting LED flood lights around roof rack, with a switch in rear where we sleep; for when I wake up at 3am and need to pee and wondering if a bear is standing next to 4Runner.

 

[eddie333]

Vermont

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Exploring Green Mountain National Forest

 

[cutty01]

Exploring Green Mountain National Forest

Nice video to capture your trip. Who's flying the ?drone? For the overhead shots?

 

[eddie333]

Nice video to capture your trip. Who's flying the ?drone? For the overhead shots?

I actually got the Quadcopter on a Friday at 5pm in the mail, and made this video the next morning. I'm still learning it, but think this isn't too bad for literally using it for 20 minutes.

 

[Badmeat]

Yes, lots of rubbing before lift (and still some after) because even with stock size tires, the wheels are -10 offset and the tread is more agressive. I did some trimming which fixed almost all the rubbing. And then after I lifted I had to trim some more because it was rubbing in different spot. Now, it isn't really too bad. Hope that helps!

I'm considering this exact wheel/tire setup for my white '13 SR5. Where exactly were they rubbing pre and post-lift?

I have the 5100's and was planning to get the Toytec f/r springs (620 front with struts set at .85" and 2" lift rear springs)

 

[eddie333]

I'm considering this exact wheel/tire setup for my white '13 SR5. Where exactly were they rubbing pre and post-lift?

I have the 5100's and was planning to get the Toytec f/r springs (620 front with struts set at .85" and 2" lift rear springs)

It was only when turning sharply, it would clip the inside fender trim on one side and the outside trim on the other side. Was a pretty easy fix to shave off...