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	<description>My Toyota FJ Cruiser, Modifications, Expeditions, Mods, Equipment, gear, Photos and more</description>
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		<title>AFE Cold Air Intake Install</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 22:16:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With my new AFE Power Cold Air Intake (CAI) in hand it was time to get the install finished. Last week I work on moving part of my electrical system to provide the space for the CAI to be installed in my Toyota FJ Cruiser. The air box does not take much more room than the stock one but I still had to clean up the space by moving a 60 amp fuse and shifting the aux battery tie down. (Photos of install are at end of post) During the fit check I also determined how I would plumb the air box to the snorkel. With all the parts in hand it was time to get down to business and finish this project. 1) Remove the old air box and intake. 2) Move the rubber mounting bushings from the stock box the the AFE box. 3) Opened up the wheel well trim so I could access the snorkel adapter. 4) Used sandpaper to ruff up the intake on the air box so the rubber sealant I am using to mate the snorkel adapter to the box Would stick. 5) Removed the snorkel adapter from the FJ and installed it in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>2012 Spring Adventure &#8211; Preparations and Travel</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 00:31:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even though we have been out on many adventures over the past years, preparation still takes time and thought. With our spring vacation being the first trip of the year a little more preparation is needed. Listed here are the steps that I go through getting ready for a trip: 1) Once we have decided where we are going the planning begins with researching the area in both books and on the internet. I will download any GPS tracks that I find as well as printing any other relevant intonation. I also make sure I have any relevant hard copy maps and that I study them prior to the trip. It is important to understand the area that we are going into and also be ready to navigate using hard copy maps if the electronic methods fail. 2) Planning meals is critical to a successful trip. As with many of our trips, this spring trip we will not have access to stores should an item be forgotten. I prep a full menu for all meals and use this to create a shopping list for all food items needed. 3) Open and inspect the cooking and pantry boxes. Once inspected stock [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hole in the Rock Trail &#8211; 2012</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 22:48:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Trip Reports]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Adventure is one of the things that we look for in trips with our Toyota FJ Cruiser. For our spring vacation this year we chose to find adventure is Southeast Utah. Our destination was a solo trip out Hole In The Rock Trail. Hole in the Rock trail follows the Mormon emigrant trail to the east side of Lake Powell. This trail is evidence of the hard work and determination of the Mormons to establish additional settlements in their chosen home of Utah. The drive started on relaxed graded roads and we were able to make good time, however this was to end the the adventure begin. With LJ needing to gain experience behind the wheel she took over once we reached the start of the rugged double track. The slow methodical driving is very good experience for her, learning to pick the right line and then place the tires there is great practice for vehicle awareness. LJ&#8217;s skillfully navigated the FJ until the road became a little to technical for her neophyte driving skills. Once to rock crawling began the forward progress slowed even more. Pulling the trailer makes it all that more interesting knowing that I cant back off [...]]]></description>
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		<title>AFE Cold Air Intake &#8211; First Look</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 01:05:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are finally seeing some after market parts for the redesigned engine in the 2010 and newer Toyota FJ Cruisers. The man in brown delivered one of the first to me last week, the new AFE cold air intake (CAI). The AFE CAI replaces the stock CAI with an air box that manages a higher air flow thus adding some HP gain over the stock configuration. The AFE kit comes with all the parts needed for the installation. The replacement air box and intake tube are made of thick molded plastic. According to AFE the material helps insulate the incoming air from the heat of the engine compartment. There are threaded brass inserts molded into the air box for the screws used to attach the cover as well as in the fitting for the intake tube. The intake tube is designed to accommodate the factory mas air flow sensor, vacuum tube and valve cover vent. The CAI speaks loads of quality in design. Look for a post soon on the installation of the CAI. &#160; More information is available at AFE Power.]]></description>
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		<title>Rooftop Tent Mildew Cleaning</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:05:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is the method recommended by ARB. For really bad mildew it will require removing the tent from the platform. Mildew can develop any time your tent is stored wet. It looks bad, smells bad and can damage your tent&#8217;s waterproof coatings. DON&#8217;T LET IT START. Alas, if it already exists, here&#8217;s how to approach it: Try some light scrubbing with a sponge during a regular cleaning session. If mildew is still apparent, mix 1 oz. of MiraZyme® (or similar product) to 20 gallons of water in a bathtub and dip the whole tent.(Note: Lysol® also works, but its scent is attractive to bugs and critters and is thus not recommended). For spot treatment, use 0.5 oz. of MiraZyme® (or similar product) per 1 gallon of water and thoroughly scrub afflicted areas by sponge. Set up the tent in a shaded spot and allow it to air dry. Then, mix 1 cup of salt and 1 cup of concentrated lemon juice with 1 gallon of hot water. Rub the solution into the visible mildew and once again, allow the tent to dry. This procedure will stop mildew growth and eliminate the odor, but it will never remove the stain.]]></description>
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		<title>Winching Recovery Training with Bill Burke</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 15:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I decided to take another winching and recovery course from Bill Burke this spring. Even though I have been through his training in the past and I have performed a number of recoveries I though a little refresher might be a good idea. Time to make sure I have been doing things correctly and maybe learn a few more tidbits. The class was in Grand Junction on Saturday February 25. We met at the Horizon Road Safeway and headed to the OHV area east of the airport. The morning started with Bill giving us an introduction to vehicle recovery and handing out a document he has assembled that contains a comprehensive assortment of information on winching and recovery hardware. After a Short review of the information we all saddled back up and followed Bill on a circuitous route to are first practice area. Even though the day was intended to be a recovery class Bill always takes the opportunity to sprinkle in a some challenging off road driving. Whenever needed Bill steps in and provides words of wisdom and direction. Our first session of the day was staged in a mostly empty reservoir. Bill placed his Rover in a easy [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Rear Door Replacement</title>
		<link>http://www.myfjcruiser.org/3383/rear-door-replacement/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Service & Warranty]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[During our trip to Alaska this last summer I managed to damage the inner skin of the rear door to out Toyota FJ Cruiser. I managed this by leaving the rear door open while I move the FJ forward about 10 feet. I turned and the door caught on the trailer and you can just guess what I heard. A little work with the rubber mallet and the door closed just fine, lucky me. This winter I finally got around to ordering a new door from Toyota. I had a local body shop, Skinny&#8217;s, paint the door which I finally got back mid January. I found out that white is not just white when it comes to the FJ. The paint guy had about 7 paint samples that we had to pick from for the best match. The hardest part of removing the door is extracting the wiring harnesses. The external trim panels also need to be removed. The window is easily removed with 4 bolts. With all the parts removed from the old door it was easy to unbolt and remove from the FJ. The installation of the new door was just the reverse process of the removal. The [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Spring Suspension Repairs and Upgrades</title>
		<link>http://www.myfjcruiser.org/3382/spring-suspension-repairs-and-upgrades/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Service & Warranty]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting the Toyota FJ Cruiser ready for the 2012 season included some rear suspension repairs and upgrades. First, one of the Walker Evans shock was leaking. Working with All Pro Off Road they sent me replacement shock for the rear. Second, I have been running All Pro heavy or 3.5 inch lift springs in the rear.  With the loads that I carry I have felt that these springs were to soft and had to much sag. To remedy this I ordered a set of heavy springs from ARB USA to replace the All Pro Springs. This repair requires the rear of the FJ to be jacked high and jack stands to be placed under the frame so the rear axle can be dropped to get the springs free. Both the lower links and the panhard arm needed to be disconnected from the axle to allow it to drop low enough. &#160; With the axle lowered and the top nut removed from the shocks the shock were fully extended and easy to remove. With the old shocks off I moved on to replacing the springs. I still needed to push down on the axle to get enough clearance to be able to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Geek in Me</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:17:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So the geek in me brought about another sticker to add to the FJ. I now have a QR code on the side of the FJ.]]></description>
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		<title>Coyote Buttes &#8211; Art Shot</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:39:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>tomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sandstone formations near Coyote Buttes in Vermilion Cliffs NM.]]></description>
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