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Ray Cecil

Re: TransAmerica Trail -TAT

Ive got a good running 18" Poulan....I think its a 60 or 65cc. It handles large logs for the sawmill just fine. I'll make sure its tuned up perfectly for the trip and bring it along, if you dont have one youd rather use.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Gary Lewis

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That will work, Ray. But my plan has been to take my battery powered reciprocating saw with a long blade. It does as well as a chain saw for one-off use.

And, since Big Blue will have serious 110v power I'll be able to recharge the batteries. Which are also used for the impact.

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Dad's: '81 F150 Ranger XLT 4x4: Down for restomod: Full-roller "stroked 351M" w/Trick Flow heads & intake, EEC-V SEFI/E4OD/3.50 gears w/Kevlar clutches
Blue: 2015 F150 Platinum 4x4 SuperCrew wearing Blue Jeans & sporting a 3.5L EB & Max Tow
Big Blue: 1985 F250HD 4x4: 460/ZF5/3.55's, D60 w/Ox locker & 10.25 Sterling/Trutrac, Blue Top & Borgeson, & EEC-V MAF/SEFI

Ray Cecil

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If that sawzall cant handle a bigger log, surely we can move it with the winch. If its bigger than the winch or sawzall can handle....we can find a different route I suppose.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

grumpin

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Ray Cecil wrote

I do not like having any distraction like bluetooth, music, earbuds etc while riding. Only mechanical noises and wind. I ride with earplugs to reduce fatigue. So, does that handheld have a loud beep, or a blinky light to indicate a call?

I agree completely. I was going to say I wouldn’t want to be hookin’ it on a trail and hearing someone on your channel wanting to know where’s the best cheeseburger in these parts!

Maybe a light, but I doubt you’d see it.

I would use it as a way for you to get ahold of the others, the others can wait for you to transmit.

I would carry it and pull it out when I stop or need something. You don’t need distractions on the bike.

Dane
1986 F250HD SC XLT Lariat 4x4 460 C6-Sold
1992 Bronco XLT 4x4 351W E4OD
1998 GMC Sierra SLE K1500 350 4L60E
Arizona

Gary Lewis

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Yes, big trees we'll pull out of the way, and little ones we'll cut up.

As for dents, I try to avoid them but they are inevitable. Some year I'll have Big Blue's bodywork done right, removing the body putty and rust and then repainted. But now I want to use him.

On the antenna, I like the Wilson 1000 which can go on the roof. However, if I put a rack on with a tent on top I'll have a place to permanently mount an antenna. But I'm not sure that a mag-mount in the middle of the cab roof wouldn't have a better ground plane than a permanent mount on a rack.

As for the unit itself, what do y'all think about the Cobra 75 WX ST? Or Uniden PRO520XL? I think I like the idea of an all-in-one rather than having another unit to mount under the dash.

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Ray Cecil

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Update on the motorcycle. Ive made an offer on one in Ohio with 7 miles on it. Yes. A 2013 XR650L with 7 miles. The guy bought it, then his parents got ill, then his aunt, then he had a baby....he put 1 mile on it a year. Its almost too good to be true. So, I wont hold my breath

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Ray Cecil

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Also, picked up a new helmet and gloves. Helmet is Modular, with flip down tinted sunshade.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

kramttocs

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Subscribed. Good luck with the offer. I ride a 1990 DR250 for my summer daily commute so interested to see what you get and how you like it.

Scott
'Camano' 1986 F250 Supercab XLT Lariat 460/C6
'Chanute' 1980 F350 C&C 400/NP 435 - Gin Pole

But there ain't nothin' wrong with the radio

Ray Cecil

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Scott, no luck yet. So, I have owned a 2009 KLR and a 2013 DR650. I also flew to Denver and rode a highly modded DR650 throw the rockies around Estes Park area. Ever heard of Wolfman motorcycle gear? I got to ride the owner of that companys old bike. He sold it to a guy on ADVRider who runs a motorcycle rental in Boulder. If I remember it was punched out, jetted, FMF exhaust, all the performance goodies. I could pull the front wheel easily. My 2013 was not so peppy. I would not hesitate to get another DR650. Iam sort of just wanting to try out the XR650L. Its more TAT friendly if you ask me. Lighter than the DR. more suspension travel. Pretty cool looking too. I like its looks a little more than the DR.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

grumpin

Re: TransAmerica Trail -TAT

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Gary Lewis wrote

On the antenna, I like the Wilson 1000 which can go on the roof. However, if I put a rack on with a tent on top I'll have a place to permanently mount an antenna. But I'm not sure that a mag-mount in the middle of the cab roof wouldn't have a better ground plane than a permanent mount on a rack.

As for the unit itself, what do y'all think about the Cobra 75 WX ST? Or Uniden PRO520XL? I think I like the idea of an all-in-one rather than having another unit to mount under the dash.

I have the Cobra 75. It’s in a box with two other older radios. I would not recommend it. Doesn’t have good transmit or reception and hard to hear the little speaker. There maybe a external speaker plug, but I don’t like it. I’ve heard some do like it and its great for space. Had it in my old 4Runner and took it out. Gave it another chance in the Xterra and didn’t work out.

Now that I think about it, there is an external speaker plug in the unit you put under a seat or under the dash. Technically not all in one IMO. I tried it in the Xterra.

Dane
1986 F250HD SC XLT Lariat 4x4 460 C6-Sold
1992 Bronco XLT 4x4 351W E4OD
1998 GMC Sierra SLE K1500 350 4L60E
Arizona

Gary Lewis

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Thanks, Dave. Glad I asked. Guess I'll stay away from that. Maybe the President Bill is a better idea.

But that brings up the question of where to mount it and what to do about speakers. May have to think about the overhead console.

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Ray Cecil

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Gary, if you want that speaker base I have, its yours. Might need a new speaker. I think an overhead mount would be waaay more cooool though.

Also, update on the Motorcycle. I have an accepted offer on a 2008 XR650L. All stock except shinko tires. 1700 miles. Supposed to pick it up wednesday. Hopefully all checks out on it. Sure looks great in pics. The seller seems like a nice guy. He asked about my 918 Tulsa area code...I should have explained that to him first. Sometimes people around here see that and think I am a spammer or something.

So, I am not getting a screaming deal on the bike. Its a fair deal being it is riding season. The only thing I am not crazy about is there are no aftermarket goodies. I got spoiled on my 1st two dual sport bike purchases. I bought the 2009 KLR with 3500 miles in 2013 for $3500, and it had $1500 in accessories on it. Then I got the deal of the century on a 2013 DR650 back in 2015....seriously no joke. I paid $2800 for a mint condition 2 year old bike. It had 1200 miles on it. The guy was getting deployed, and got his gf pregnant and needed to raise cash fast. I sold the bike 1 month later for $4500. I should have kept it.

Anyway, here is the bike. Also, I am going to invite the seller to follow this thread. Maybe he would like to see the adventure his bike will be going on next year.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Sac79

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I have a Uniden Bearcat and I was pretty happy with it. The builtin speaker was plenty loud enough. Reception was suspect, but that probably had more to do with the hidden antennas in the Cascadia Evo. I've been holding on to it just in case I get back on a truck(even though there's very little CB traffic these days), but I'd probably part with it at some point...

Rob

Eddy Myrtle '84 F150 300-6, Offenhauser C series intake, Edelbrock 1404(500cfm manual choke), EFI exhaust manifold, HEI dizzy, custom Painless harness, NP 435, NP 208, D44, 8.8"/3.08, 1.5" leveling coils, 265/75/16 tires.
Toyopet (Daily driver) '86 Toyota Pickup

Gary Lewis

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Ray - I forgot what speaker base you are talking about. Can you refresh memory? But an overhead mount with a speaker firing down would be cool.

Rob - A Bearcat is OLD! From maybe the 70’s?

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Gary Lewis

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lol - Forgot the bike. That good looking, Ray. Should make the trip nicely.

I’ve been wondering if I need to have a ramp to load a bike on the TAT. If we have a broken bike...

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Ray Cecil

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Its just dusty. Ill clean it up and see what it looks like.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Ray Cecil

Re: TransAmerica Trail -TAT

BB is automatic or manual? This sits on the trans tunnel. You'll need to screw it down for this trip though.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Ray Cecil

Re: TransAmerica Trail -TAT

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Ive got aluminum ramps that have straps to cinch down to the bumper. I'll bring them with me.

1988 F250 Supercab Longbed 7.3 IDI, C6, 1356, GEARVENDORS, 4.10 Sterling with autolocker

1986 F150 302, C6, 9" 2.75, Wood Flatbed

Sac79

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They have a 'new' Bearcat, maybe 6 or 7 years now. Ever since I started OTR in '14 at least.

Gary Lewis

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That would work. But we need to find out how high a bike is. That’s because I plan to have a rack with tent on top, and we either need to be able to get the bike under the rack or lift the rack long enough to get the bike in.

And, I’ll need to arrange the tools and parts so there’s a path down the middle. And, how long is your bike?

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