I am sure most people have read Uphill's The first $2000, I found this article very informative, but I purchased my FJ more for its general all around capabilities and not for a primary expedition vehicle.
I think there should be a thread for people's ideas on the most important items and mods for a SHTF escape vehicle.
Here is what I have done to Slave I so far:
Protection:
Dee Zee Brushguard I have had issues in the past with road trash being thrown into, and destroying, my headlights and thought this would offer some protection until I can do a lift and bumper with winch install. $275.00 Shipped.
Body Armor4x4 tail light guards I thought these might offer some protection for the tail lights from branches and what not. $80.00 Shipped.
Springtail Solutions Pet Barrier as I have an 85 lbs four legged member of our family with one daughter, and another on the way (my wife is due in October) I think Doc has the best product available to keep everyone safe and secure. Not for Sale currently but I paid $150 used from a member.
Emergency Preparedness
Streamlight Stinger i have the xenon version I picked up cheap around Thanksgiving on one of Amazon's lightning deals. Led versions are still available for around $100.
HI-Lift Jack I went with the basic lift as I hope never have to use it. I paid $70.00 at Northern after coupon.
Axe again another product I hope never to use but nice to have. $45 shipped.
Shovel I had to buy the shovel with the Neon Green and Cement color scheme. The stainless steel head is a nice feature. $40 shipped.
I mounted the tools to the OEM roof rack with Garvin Mounts which i picked up used from member for $100.00. I also liked the Fourtrecks mounts which are available for ~$225.00.
Communication:
Baofeng UV-5R+ another item I bought on a lightning deal for $33.00. One of these days I will finish studying for and take my technician test. Then I can take it out of the box without fear of going to jail.:jester:
That is what I have done so far besides using fuel cans that I already had around the house.
What did I miss?
I think there should be a thread for people's ideas on the most important items and mods for a SHTF escape vehicle.
Here is what I have done to Slave I so far:
Protection:
Dee Zee Brushguard I have had issues in the past with road trash being thrown into, and destroying, my headlights and thought this would offer some protection until I can do a lift and bumper with winch install. $275.00 Shipped.
Body Armor4x4 tail light guards I thought these might offer some protection for the tail lights from branches and what not. $80.00 Shipped.
Springtail Solutions Pet Barrier as I have an 85 lbs four legged member of our family with one daughter, and another on the way (my wife is due in October) I think Doc has the best product available to keep everyone safe and secure. Not for Sale currently but I paid $150 used from a member.
Emergency Preparedness
Streamlight Stinger i have the xenon version I picked up cheap around Thanksgiving on one of Amazon's lightning deals. Led versions are still available for around $100.
HI-Lift Jack I went with the basic lift as I hope never have to use it. I paid $70.00 at Northern after coupon.
Axe again another product I hope never to use but nice to have. $45 shipped.
Shovel I had to buy the shovel with the Neon Green and Cement color scheme. The stainless steel head is a nice feature. $40 shipped.
I mounted the tools to the OEM roof rack with Garvin Mounts which i picked up used from member for $100.00. I also liked the Fourtrecks mounts which are available for ~$225.00.
Communication:
Baofeng UV-5R+ another item I bought on a lightning deal for $33.00. One of these days I will finish studying for and take my technician test. Then I can take it out of the box without fear of going to jail.:jester:
That is what I have done so far besides using fuel cans that I already had around the house.
What did I miss?