Guns and Rovers

Noise CX headsets

feeds@yuku.com (Alaskajosh) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:20:46 GMT

When I was out on a commercial fishing trip this spring someone had some Bose noise cancelling headsets along. It's a NOISY boat and I couldn't believe the pleasant relief with these on... and they were comfortable enough to wear for hours. When we got back a friend came to pick me up in his small plane and I asked to borrow the headsets for the flight back to town to try them out in the plane.. again they were excellent.
When I look at the expense and trouble of...

alternate radiator cap?

feeds@yuku.com (scottw) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 06:15:40 GMT

Does anyone know of a locally available radiator cap part number? I don't see one listed on the alternate parts list on OVLR, and searching here did not turn up anything. I'll order one if not, but I hope to get my hands on one today.

Thanks!
Scott

Overland Expo 2010 April 16, 17 & 18.

feeds@yuku.com (SIIIRHD88) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:32:57 GMT

My copy of the Winter 2009 Overland Journal magazine arrived yesterday, and I noted that the 2010 Overland Expo is being held on April 16, 17 & 18 in Arizona.
Since I was planning a spring time trip to the left coast this year in one of the 109s, spending a few days in Arizona and taking in the Expo could be very entertaining and would be a nice break from constant travel. The wife will be flying home after we visit Pensacola and Mobile, and I then figured to head West along the...

What are these things?

feeds@yuku.com (meatblanket) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:42:29 GMT

A friend of mine living in Belgrade sent me pics of these. Does anyone know what they are and any sources for additional information about them?

OT photo ?

feeds@yuku.com (JGWolf) — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 07:37:41 GMT

Hey, folks is there another photo hosting site that loads faster than (Webshots)? We still "NO LAUGHTER!!" dial-up for the time being and it takes roughly forever to load photos on to webshots from our system.
Jim Wolf

New Shop

feeds@yuku.com (whatroad) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:24:40 GMT

The time has come for a break away from ECR. I'll be starting a Series only shop in Union Maine called the " Shoddy Wire" in spring. This will be a full service shop from general repair, off road fabrication to complete accurate restorations. All phases of the restoration process will be handled in house. Website will be up very soon! I will be stocking some N.O.S parts as well. Any questions, feel free to contact me: shoddywire@gmail.com Carey Knause

New to Me, Old Wheelgun

feeds@yuku.com (straightcut) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:14:41 GMT

I'd been wanting a Model 1917 .45acp revolver for about two years and had watched the prices continue to increase over that period. Just before Christmas, the prices seemed to have dropped, so I snapped up this Smith & Wesson off of Gunbroker.

The 1917's were made by Colt and S & W. The Smith & Wesson is an N frame, so it's pretty chunky; the cylinder is especially...

Some cool .pdfs

feeds@yuku.com (Yorker) — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:01:33 GMT

here

Neat stuff- Sorry if you all have seen it before but this was the first time I happened across it.

sighting

feeds@yuku.com (JGWolf) — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:19:44 GMT

Defender 110 SW, Maine plates going through the Monitor Merrimac Bridge tunnel at about 1:15 AM 1-3-10.
Jim Wolf

New wheel gun

feeds@yuku.com (MercedesRover) — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:12:44 GMT

I've been looking for a new revolver but couldn't make my mind up. I wanted something in .357 as I've already got a 6" Ruger GP100. It's a nice gun but way too large to carry. In my digging around I came across the Ruger SP101. It's a medium frame gun somewhere between a J frame and a K frame. It's only 5 rounds but with a 2.25" barrel the size is perfect and I really wanted the .357 over just a .38. Hope to get out and shoot it tomorrow.

It...

Happy New Year!

feeds@yuku.com (atmooney) — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:55:07 GMT

A little more than 5 hours left of this year, so happy new year to everyone here! Hope the new year is full of cool new Rover parts, and cheap ammo!
-Al

2010 Rover Resolutions!

feeds@yuku.com (ROVRFIXR) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:20:52 GMT

Post yer hopes & dreams!

Mine is to get my shoulder back to 90+ %

My 88 is getting tired of me driving the FIXR,

I'm way tired of watching Basher collect shop dust!

I resolve to drive my 88 at this spring's UWH Safari!!!

Brother John F, has volunteered as co-driver
( OK, it was more like, SHOTGUN! )

Its gonna happen!

LP

Ideas for an Event - Need some Suggestions

feeds@yuku.com (Bostonian1976) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:44:49 GMT

Hi all - this is an un-Rover event - sorry. I'm looking to set up a big Canadian Toyota event this summer with a friend of mine from Vancouver, BC that did my badges for the first year FJ Summit in Colorado. I'm looking for a slightly remote, offroad-friendly town in Canada. Any chance any of you would know of a good place that could accomodate 100-200 vehicles? thanks in advance...

I got a new stick

feeds@yuku.com (Colin) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:11:17 GMT

I just received my Remington 700 back from the Gunsmith. It is a lot nicer than I expected. I basically had the works done to it. No part was left untouched. If the weather clears I'll be testing it out tomorrow.

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Top Gear in South America

feeds@yuku.com (Bostonian1976) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 09:15:17 GMT

Great episode with Rover content, no less

http://jalopnik.com/5434917/top-gear-season-14-episode-6-south-america-special/gallery/?skyline=true&s=i

Wanted: 2 Stub Axles and hubs.

feeds@yuku.com (moses) — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:16:27 GMT

Hi,

I'm looking for a pair of serviceable Land Rover stub axles and hubs for a trailer project. S3 would be ideal to match my 88, but S2/2a will also work.

Cheers,
Neil.

RN BBS again

feeds@yuku.com (JGWolf) — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 06:45:41 GMT

Well, looks like the RN BBS is at it again! I find that I'am "black balled" from it again. I think the last time was about a year ago.
Jim Wolf

SWMBO Christmas threat

feeds@yuku.com (JGWolf) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 08:50:50 GMT

I have been threatened by SWMBO Jeanne. That is quit complaining about holiday stuff or we eat Turkey Burgers with smoked gouda and sweet potato fires with cranberry relish. I am considering this!
Merry Christmas or Whatever
Jim Wolf

Trip to the trains 2010

feeds@yuku.com (Forester) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:38:42 GMT

Planning a trip July 16 thru 19 2010. All are welcome. More details to follow as things firm up.
Jim

Shotgun Barrel Length - Preference Question

feeds@yuku.com (straightcut) — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:34:48 GMT

I'm looking to pick up a replacement barrel for hunting purposes for an old Remington 870. I want the capability to shoot steel, change chokes, etc and recent take-off barrels are pretty commonly available. I've always had 28" barrels and find them to be kind of cumbersome, so I'd kind of like to try a 26" barrel. I've noticed quite a few have a preference for longer 30" barrels. Is this for balance/smooth swing or reduced loss of velocity of the shot? Will...