Not an expert, just an IT guy that can google well. My internet-fu says you'll probably need to contact ARB or get a pro-installer. There's some diagrams in this application guide that might help https://view.publitas.com/arb-4x4-accessories-1/old-man-emu-international-application-catalogue-edition-36/page/132-133 This seems like part of it. https://www.procompusa.com/aux_incl/pdf.ashx?pdf=9799.pdf&line=ARB

David, There some discussions out there. Check this one. https://www.northwestoverland.com/forum/gear-binge-worthy-stuff/navigation-electronics-what-do-you-recomend-and-use My gut says that the windows ecosystem of hardware (external GPS') and software is not going to be as good as Android. Nothing empirical. You'll have to share what you find. The main things are offline maps, good way to charge the device, and a mount that meets your level of ruggedness. I use an android tablet, backcountry navigator app, and a magnetic mount. The tablet is a permanent part of the truck because I also use it for engine monitoring with OBDII, music, etc. Others here like a more rugged mount and use different software (Gaia).

I just found a build thread on EP. El Burro, LOL. https://expeditionportal.com/el-burro-the-overland-bug/

@Dan Cronin Is that an oil filter to the left of the batteries? On top of the engine?

@Aaron Kravik do you mean dual house batteries or separate start/house? I'm assuming 'duals' means one starter and one house.

@Aaron Kravik I'd like to hear what the downsides are. Thoughts?

Dan, Great article. Thanks for posting.

Is the taco stuck too or did it just need more oomph?

Lucas, 1) Welcome! We have similar NWOL bios (full size truck, kids, mellow approach) 2) Congratulations on your second child! I have a 6yo in kindergarten and a 3yo. 3) Good to see another full size truck here. Nice looking rig. So shiny and new. I have an '05 Silverado 2500HD, long bed, crew cab. Like you said, it's a dirt road station wagon for family adventures. It's also my daily driver. 4) Master Technician? What!? Can we be best friends, *please*? You could come to my house and have a sleep over. We'd watch movies, eat popcorn, have pillow fights, and diagnose my P0300 misfire (kidding, see pic). Seriously, welcome! PS The picture of you pulling a taco pulling mercenary-ades is farking hilarious.

In Alaska, I used to just put stuff on the dash defrost vents to warm it up.

Disclosure: I work at REI. I'm a fan of stanley vacuum stuff like you (for heavy camping). I have thermos and coffee cups. I'd assume their food bowls are just as good. https://www.rei.com/s/food-storage?ir=collection%3Afood-storage&r=brand%3Astanley&origin=web This one in particular seems a good fit for 2 people. https://www.stanley-pmi.com/shop/adventure-vacuum-crock But I'm also a camp stove addict. A tranglia is a nice BoB addition. And a jetboil is a crazy fast way to make a hot meal either from mountain house prepackaged or your own freezer bag cooking (FBC) recipes. +1 for Whiskey @Aaron Kravik. Take a bit of Emergen-C and you have some pretty wicked cocktail makings. Whiskey+Tangerine=Whiskey Sour. Tequila+LemonLime=Margarita. My co-workers say similar things about the Nuun tablets as cocktail additives.

That's a sexy AF build. Did you anchor it to the bed at all? How do you prevent the rails from rubbing the sides of the box? Meaning, what keeps the drawers centered?

I have to give a shout out to FBC (Freezer Bag Cooking). Think home made Mountain House. It's more of a backpacking thing, and is a great supplement for fresh sides when overlanding. Sasquatch potatoes is a family favorite; especially if you add a bit of velveeta. https://www.trail.recipes/recipe-collection/freezer-bag-cooking-recipes/ We are kale munching lean protein organi-vores at home. So, we make our FBC meals healthy.

Oh wait! I just reread your post and saw the hybrid battery part. Gotta go look into that.

Hi Mark, Try these two links to get started This is a nice general overview thread https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/how-to-make-a-cheap-isolated-dual-battery-setup-for-50.77503/ This is a specific build I plan to mimic. It's a really pro build. http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com/cafcna/index.php?topic=121779.0 I plan to add some circuit breakers. And I'll do a rocker switch in the cab to isolate either battery. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PT7XBE This is the isolator I plan on using at present https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HBYXVS My second battery will be a deep cell marine battery. I still need to do the math on my alternator to see if it is adequate. Tell us what you learn and do a build thread! Can't wait to see what you come up with.

I just checked it out. You got me beat Mark. Looks nice. I haven't hardwired yet (still using cigarette lighter plugs), but I route all the wires behind the dash. Mine truck is a daily driver. So, I'm not quite ready to completely dismantle it. But you are tempting me damn you.

@Mark and Vicki Lennox Yes, that tablet will be fine. Pretty much any $80-$120 tablet will be fine. You're not going to be too demanding. Get one compatible with your phone carrier. Add an sdcard for some extra storage and you should be good to go. I'm a big fan of the magnetic mounts. Check some out on amazon (scosche is good but expensive, the knock offs are as good). I also run the charge cable through my dash panels to always have power and declutter the console.

That's AWESOME! Did you buy it that way or have it upfitted with the camper?

Welcome (back?). Where's the vehicle pics!?

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