Huntin rig?

MountainSqwabler

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I'm about to pull the trigger and grab either a 2 door wrangler, a 4 door Cherokee, or something else that I know is great in the mountains. Curious what yalls hunting rigs are, and what you like/don't like, and would have preferred.
 
Best I can afford. 😉

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No need for a bed to haul out stuff? (I do remember as a kid riding home in Dad's Blazer with stinking desert goats in the back :)
 
Get a Cherokee with the fuel injected 4.0. Reliable, easy to fix and great off road. Lots of deals to be had. Fair amount of room too. I sold a 1992 I had that I should have made into my hunting rig. mtmuley
 
2008 4 runner sport. Decent gas mileage. Fold down seats with enough room to sleep in back when necessary. Turns around on a dime on narrow roads. Rides remarkable even in rough terrain. Locks all 4 up if you get in some tough snowy muddy terrain. Best dependable hunting rig I've ever owned.

Got over 200 k and still running strong. It may out last me but if not I'll try to get another one just like it. I know it will outlast me!
 
On my third Tacoma, still own 2 of them. Number 3 is my last cause it will out last me. Drive number 2 every day. Number 1 took all the punishment I could give it and I would bet is still on the road.

Took number 1 and 2 in some questionable places,, 3 is getting babied big time.
 
I probably prefer the taco over the jeep wrangler. I have both, the taco with a soft topper just hauls gear better and is more comfortable to sleep in. Some hunts that you cover a LOT of ground and not too cold the UTV can't be beat.

You can never have too many rigs and life is short so try them all!
 
I Noticed You Said More Comfortable Sleep In!

Trying To Sleep In Any Rig SUCKS!



I probably prefer the taco over the jeep wrangler. I have both, the taco with a soft topper just hauls gear better and is more comfortable to sleep in. Some hunts that you cover a LOT of ground and not too cold the UTV can't be beat.

You can never have too many rigs and life is short so try them all!
 
I’m in the process of building my Tacoma (2019 DCLB OR) to be the best hunting rig. What have you done to yours? What suspension are you running and tire set up?
I run an Icon lift on the front & have heavy Old Man Emu leaf springs in the back with a Firestone airbag set up. For the tires, I’m currently running Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T’s.
 
I run an Icon lift on the front & have heavy Old Man Emu leaf springs in the back with a Firestone airbag set up. For the tires, I’m currently running Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T’s.
What size tires and how much lift ? How do you like those leafs ?
 
The new 24 Toyota Land Cruisers are pretty sweet. Locking center and rear diffs and disconnecting sway bar. A tad pricey but super sweet. I just made the jump to one. Now I'll have to see if I hunt with it this year or if I will still use my 2005 pathfinder. I've only had it a week so parking in a parking lot is still a mind game.
 
Hard to beat the Toyota! My wife has a 4 runner (which I’m going to steal) and it’s a sweet rig. I’ve had a few tacomas over my life and love them. You set yours up pretty good!
Thanks man! Knock on wood, I haven’t had to deploy the winch yet. I have taken into a few sketchy places & it has stayed upright so far.
 
That An EX-Forest Service Rig?
Yep. I owned a car dealership for 25 years that dealt in US Fed Government vehicles. I have sold over 1000 Forest Service trucks and SUV’s. I’ve tried all different makes and models to find the perfect hunting rig. Tahoe takes the cake. That is if you are looking for a hunting rig only. I know lots of guys need trucks for multi-purpose rigs. But the Tahoe is the best single use hunting rig you can have in my opinion and trials.
 
Anyone with a first gen tundra, what lower ball joints did you go with and where did ya get em? Mine for sure need changed and i want OEM but they are 200 a piece from dealer.
 
2015 Rubicon w/ 3.5” lift in 35” bf AT. Has gone everywhere I’ve wanted to go so far. Added a roof rack and beefier drag link, ball joints, etc… I like the simplicity and sturdiness of solid axle …
 
I Totally Agree with OEM!

But?

In Today's World Alot Of The OEM Stuff Is MADE IN F'N CHINA!

So?

Is There A Difference Anymore?

I'm Not Sure?
Sadly from everything I've ready up on about the lower ball joints...haha ball joint.....is that oem is the best even based off 90% of the other after market stuff made in America.
 
Used to be these. I would think nothing of loading a big day pack and heading out until something happened.

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Now, it's more of this, and not enough boot action to suit me. The mind is willing, but the flesh is weak.

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You like that 450? Beanwife and I are getting ready to replace our diesel truck with something that will haul a slide in camper with cargo trailer better than our current older truck. 4200# camper.
 
You like that 450? Beanwife and I are getting ready to replace our diesel truck with something that will haul a slide in camper with cargo trailer better than our current older truck. 4200# camper.
I do, especially when the boss lets me drive it. Great turning radius, more comfortable when loaded...no surprise. It does not have a sunroof, but has almost every other option. It drinks a lot of DEF, and gets about 16mpg.
 
Transitioned from the JK to a Grand Cherokee Overland! Drive to the end of the pavement in comfort, park there and set up the camper, and hike in now.

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Sadly from everything I've ready up on about the lower ball joints...haha ball joint.....is that oem is the best even based off 90% of the other after market stuff made in America.

I have a first gen tacoma, I went with OEM balljoints when I rebuilt the front end. Ill go aftermarket on wheel bearings, tie rod ends, sway bar links, control arms, etc, but I got OEM balljoints for top and bottom. I would say the connecting points between steering knuckle and control arms very important. gotta know what to spend on and what to cheap on. and in general, avoid anything moog brand, overrated junk (used to be good brand 20 years ago)
 

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