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Old Dec 20, 2025 | 01:11 AM
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Old Dec 20, 2025 | 01:38 AM
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[QUOTE=magaland;940838 L663 Europe Video[/QUOTE]

Wow, that was an incredibly well done video, awesome job! Mind sharing where that was filmed and what kind of drone you were running? Your cinematography and editing were top notch, really enjoyed the video. Thank you.
 
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Old Dec 20, 2025 | 01:45 PM
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[QUOTE=DaveCNB;941510]Вау, это было невероятно хорошо сделанное видео, потрясающая работа! Не могли бы вы поделиться, где оно было снято и какой дрон вы использовали? Ваша операторская работа и монтаж были на высшем уровне, мне очень понравилось видео. Спасибо.[/QUOTE
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Thanks, Dave! This particular video was filmed this year from January to May, traveling around Europe. It started in Vienna (Austria), Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal. This video features a lot of Portugal and Spain. I filmed on a Mac Air 3S. Subscribe to our channel, we have a lot of video material.


 
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Old Dec 28, 2025 | 05:29 PM
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Compared to many of you, southern Nevada doesn’t get a lot of snow, but here’s a seasonal shot of Mt. Irish in Lincoln County, about 100 miles north of Las Vegas.

Mt Irish, Lincoln County, NV.
Mt Irish, Lincoln County, NV.
 
Old Dec 29, 2025 | 12:25 AM
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Not the first time up here to see how far before being not-quite-stuck. Today had to reverse about 1/4 mile to a functional turn-around spot. The center ground clearance is really quite good. The low point at the rear exhaust was about 6" above where solid axle differentials had carved a groove.

Next time will be with RUD 4x4 chains on a 32" tire but these in the photo are Nokian Outpost NAT in 34" size of 275/65-20. I love these basic 5 spoke factory wheels because they are super easy to knock snow out from as well as equally easy to wash out mud or brake dust by hand. Simple 20x8.5"






 
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Old Dec 29, 2025 | 07:17 PM
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[QUOTE=jwest;941884]Not the first time up here to see how far before being not-quite-stuck. Today had to reverse about 1/4 mile to a functional turn-around spot. The center ground clearance is really quite good. The low point at the rear exhaust was about 6" above where solid axle differentials had carved a groove.

Next time will be with RUD 4x4 chains on a 32" tire but these in the photo are Nokian Outpost NAT in 34" size of 275/65-20. I love these basic 5 spoke factory wheels because they are super easy to knock snow out from as well as equally easy to wash out mud or brake dust by hand. Simple 20x8.5"



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What Roof rack system do you have there? Looks great compare to my BA Tent version.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2025 | 07:52 PM
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Default Road trip to Crested Butte CO

Annual ski trip with the snow only arriving on our final day. 5 Adults and a 12yr old. Everyone traveled in comfort with no complaints

Pro's
Power - Resulting in a speed warning - I was very lucky.
Comfort and easy driving - I drove the entire trip.
Heated 3rd seats
Fuel consumption not horrible
Charging ports for everyone.

Con's
Windshield washer location and function. (I am looking for a aftermarket upgrade)
No decent weather mats available for 130 with Captain chairs
Reverse lights need upgrade.
Packing for our trip - no suitcases only pack bags
Packing for our trip - no suitcases only pack bags

Arrived at the Abnb
Arrived at the Abnb
2:30pm snowfall started on Dec 27th
2:30pm snowfall started on Dec 27th
8:30pm after dinner on Dec 27th.
8:30pm after dinner on Dec 27th.


Back at our Abnb at 9,800ft
Back at our Abnb at 9,800ft
Unpacking back home.
Unpacking back home.
Memory added
Memory added
Road Grime
Road Grime
Trip stats
Trip stats
Cleaned exterior.
Cleaned exterior.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2025 | 09:04 PM
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[QUOTE=TX-LR130;941917]
Originally Posted by jwest
Not the first time up here to see how far before being not-quite-stuck. Today had to reverse about 1/4 mile to a functional turn-around spot. The center ground clearance is really quite good. The low point at the rear exhaust was about 6" above where solid axle differentials had carved a groove.

Next time will be with RUD 4x4 chains on a 32" tire but these in the photo are Nokian Outpost NAT in 34" size of 275/65-20. I love these basic 5 spoke factory wheels because they are super easy to knock snow out from as well as equally easy to wash out mud or brake dust by hand. Simple 20x8.5"



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What Roof rack system do you have there? Looks great compare to my BA Tent version.
The long raised "rail" is from RhinoRack. I can mount several different things to its 3 each side mount hole/tabs. This photo sort of shows that with their flat cross bars for the roof tent plus a bonus bar at the rear for more overhang support. The cross-wise bars in their platform racks would also easily adjust to position over each of the mount points but I don't need a platform just to sit under the roof tent.

There are a few other brands and design types out there though.




 
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Old Dec 29, 2025 | 11:31 PM
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Originally Posted by TX-LR130
Annual ski trip with the snow only arriving on our final day. 5 Adults and a 12yr old. Everyone traveled in comfort with no complaints

Pro's
Power - Resulting in a speed warning - I was very lucky.
Comfort and easy driving - I drove the entire trip.
Heated 3rd seats
Fuel consumption not horrible
Charging ports for everyone.

Con's
Windshield washer location and function. (I am looking for a aftermarket upgrade)
No decent weather mats available for 130 with Captain chairs
Reverse lights need upgrade.
Packing for our trip - no suitcases only pack bags
Packing for our trip - no suitcases only pack bags

Arrived at the Abnb
Arrived at the Abnb
2:30pm snowfall started on Dec 27th
2:30pm snowfall started on Dec 27th
8:30pm after dinner on Dec 27th.
8:30pm after dinner on Dec 27th.


Back at our Abnb at 9,800ft
Back at our Abnb at 9,800ft
Unpacking back home.
Unpacking back home.
Memory added
Memory added
Road Grime
Road Grime
Trip stats
Trip stats
Cleaned exterior.
Cleaned exterior.
How did your OEM Goodyear Wranglers do in the snow?
 
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Old Dec 30, 2025 | 08:55 AM
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[QUOTE=jwest;941923]
Originally Posted by TX-LR130

The long raised "rail" is from RhinoRack. I can mount several different things to its 3 each side mount hole/tabs. This photo sort of shows that with their flat cross bars for the roof tent plus a bonus bar at the rear for more overhang support. The cross-wise bars in their platform racks would also easily adjust to position over each of the mount points but I don't need a platform just to sit under the roof tent.

There are a few other brands and design types out there though.


Can confirm Rhino Rack’s are excellent quality and easy to attach stuff too. See here on the previous 110.

 
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