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You can read the Wikipedia page, for some insights. Here's another article. Lots of ads in the 2nd one.
Think a properly outfitted Deuce would be ok? The 2nd article I linked mentions you cross over 900 dunes and it recommends no heavy trucks.
I'm posting here because my Deuce has been modified, including a Cummins 6bt with 230 hp, I kept the original transmission for the high/low capability, 24.5" tires, additional fuel tanks. My biggest concern is the weight. I'm sitting around 8 tons.
I don't think the following is necessary, but I'm posting it because invariably someone will ask: For safety, I have solar panels, a massive LiFePO battery, an atmospheric generator (for emergencies). I would be carrying at least a month's worth of water and 200 gallons of fuel, plus maybe another 100 gallons in jerry cans. I have the Deuce winch, an electric winch (backup), block & tackle and a helical stake system. Also, a robust first aid kit and a sat phone. I can't plan for everything, that's why I got a sat phone. I'll also have a rifle just in case anyone's wondering.
Looking for opinions on the Deuce, not so much my state of mind.
![20210326_151010.jpg 20210326_151010.jpg](https://www.steelsoldiers.com/data/attachments/665/665038-f8989172217fa67976553002d472a8a1.jpg)
This is an old pic, the canopy will be gone shortly and a camper in its place.
Think a properly outfitted Deuce would be ok? The 2nd article I linked mentions you cross over 900 dunes and it recommends no heavy trucks.
I'm posting here because my Deuce has been modified, including a Cummins 6bt with 230 hp, I kept the original transmission for the high/low capability, 24.5" tires, additional fuel tanks. My biggest concern is the weight. I'm sitting around 8 tons.
I don't think the following is necessary, but I'm posting it because invariably someone will ask: For safety, I have solar panels, a massive LiFePO battery, an atmospheric generator (for emergencies). I would be carrying at least a month's worth of water and 200 gallons of fuel, plus maybe another 100 gallons in jerry cans. I have the Deuce winch, an electric winch (backup), block & tackle and a helical stake system. Also, a robust first aid kit and a sat phone. I can't plan for everything, that's why I got a sat phone. I'll also have a rifle just in case anyone's wondering.
Looking for opinions on the Deuce, not so much my state of mind.
![20210326_151010.jpg 20210326_151010.jpg](https://www.steelsoldiers.com/data/attachments/665/665038-f8989172217fa67976553002d472a8a1.jpg)
This is an old pic, the canopy will be gone shortly and a camper in its place.