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Well the dimensions etc. seem very well covered so I don't need to measure mine too. I opted to not countersink the backside as the small gap does help the water drain and the wood stay dry. Mine come right off for cleaning and oiling as needed. Stainless steel washer and screws keep them looking ne...

I had a friend with wood working equipment help build a new pair out of white oak which won't rot. They are not hard to do. I opted for tung oil as a good water proof finish which I renew whenever it starts to look faded. Your old ones make a good template. If you need measurements I would be happy ...

Thanks. This is certainly a good start, I am planning my travel setup and that is why I am interested in the centre of gravity. I plan to keep the heavy items low of course and with the 710m it seems that more weight near the rear is better. I was just hoping to work with as much info as possible. T...

Many articles rave about the low centre of gravity of the Pinzgauer. Many members here complain about the high centre of gravity. I am trying to find out the static (stationary) centre of gravity of a stock 710m. How far back and how far up? If anyone can explain how to calculate it that would be a ...

Looks like fun! Where was it to have snow?

Latest News Registration is now open on the Gravel Travel website. $251 (truck and driver) + $49 for navigator (if you bring one) includes routes, gps files and camping at the base camp for the duration (8 nights). Unfortunately my schedule is not going to allow me to attend this year but I can defi...

When you are home in Vancouver why not talk to your local Volvo truck dealer. They may have access to just what you need to carry on.

Good luck.

Rally update https://www.facebook.com/Gravel-Travel-1375274402724633/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED The Gravel Travel FB page has photos of the base camp location for this year and states that registration will begin later this week! It will be held just outside Ottawa Ont., May 27 - June 3 (Saturday - Saturday) ...

The breaker bar is a great idea bu don't just pull. Hit it with a hammer, moderate taps first, hopefully harder won't be necessary. Think of it as a manual impact wrench. A good friend who is a woodworker has his own torque system, "monkey tight, chimp tight, orangutan tight and gorilla tight." Soun...

With a copper washer the torque should be the same. The washer helps to cog the plug in place. If you have to reuse the washer heat it with a propane torch or even gas stove burner until red hot and then quench it in cold water. This will soften the work hardened copper and allow reuse. In fact it c...

Great directions and photos! Thanks. I'll make one of these soon as part of getting ready for my spring turn-up.

Cheers, Clive

I have a matched pair of 700 cca Motomaster from Can. Tire. They regularly go on sale under $100 each.

Hi Dave, I've looked into the possibilities. A 24-12v converter with a 12v charger for the winch battery seems the way to go. I've got 2 large jumper packs that do the trick (chargers built in). They have shut off switches for the high amp, low amp and usb feeds. Takes a minute to hook to the winch ...

Straight for the proverbial end of the horse! Just posted 1 hr ago! Book the dates! I did this last year. Great route, people and fun! (Only downside, prepare for dust if it doesn't rain.) www.graveltravel.ca or on facebook Roaming Rally 2017 Dates have been set for the 2017 Roaming Rally. We're qui...

Gas line antifreeze is just methyl hydrate. I will bond with any water and make it combustible and break its cohesion so that it won't plug carb jets or injectors. A large gallon jug will last a very long time. When in doubt dump a pint in your tank. It will even handle the condensation of Canadian ...