u/mcpewmer — reddlx

Stock Willys Destination M/Ts to Baja Boss 255/85s, worth it?

I have 5k miles on my 2026 Willys with the TF Leveling pucks. I like the ties but can’t help but feel they look a little small, pic for reference. I like the idea of using my stock wheels with the Baja Boss A/T 255/85s. I may also put a 1/2” spacer in the back because I am loading it up frequently and would like a little extra back there along with the sumo springs I installed.

TL;DR Is upgrading to the 255/85 Baja Boss’s worth it with only 5k miles on these M/Ts? Is there much of an improvement in off road performance going with the slightly bigger tire? How about on-road? I’m sure they’d be quieter.

u/mcpewmer — 24 hours ago

▲ 3 r/gmrs

Reliable place to purchase Laird BB4502NS?

There a a number of sites that list it but many of them seem a bit sketchy. I tried to order it from Amazon and they shipped me BB4502NL, the one without the spring base, twice.

What are some reliable sites to order from?

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u/mcpewmer — 3 days ago

▲ 0 r/hikinggear

How much left in them?

When is the right time to replace boots? These are so comfortable but the sole is beginning to become a trip hazard. With a little shoe goo do you think I could do one more PCT in them?

u/mcpewmer — 4 days ago

▲ 21 r/gmrs

Vehicle antenna question

Hi all. I’m working on dialing in my vehicle antenna and I’d like a review of my plans.

I have this antenna and this mount and I plan on gluing a 10” diameter 1/16” thick steel plate on the inside lid of the case pictured. Then mounting the magnetic antenna base with the antenna on the top of the case. Id appreciate your thoughts on the suggested arrangement. I know there are better solutions like mounting the antenna to the middle of the hood, but I don’t want to do that.

u/mcpewmer — 7 days ago

▲ 0 r/overlanding

Emphasis on kitchen setups. Why? Internet clout?

I’m noticing a heavy emphasis on extravagant kitchen setups. So much so that it seems to sacrifice storage space and vehicle capabilities. I get that overlanding facilitates comfort at the campsite but it’s like these setups are essentially Texas BBQ restaurants on wheels for internet clout. Thoughts?

Maybe I’m just mad that I couldn’t fit my XL Big Green Egg in my rig for some sick IG reels.

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u/mcpewmer — 12 days ago

▲ 14 r/JeepGladiator

My “successful” Firestone airbag install.

Dropped the axle and removed the springs. Getting the bags in was no problem. Aired the bags off the vehicle with the ridiculously stiff and coiled hoses to make sure there were no leaks, all good. Put the springs back in, attached the hoses and routed the lines. Air up again, driver’s side is leaking profusely at the bag/connector area. Take the connector off, cut the line and reattach the connector, still leaking. Swap the connectors, still leaking. Become so enraged because I need to drive somewhere this afternoon so I cut them out. I had everything reassembled and didn’t want to pull the springs again.

Stupid waste of money on my part I know but I was so pissed off.

Sumo springs ahead…

u/mcpewmer — 13 days ago

▲ 2 r/JeepGladiator

Going to be installing these soon. I’d rather not take the springs out. For those that have installed these, what’s the best way to go about it? Not that it looks difficult but is there anything that makes the job easier?

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u/mcpewmer — 18 days ago

▲ 6 r/gmrs

Is there a reason this switch wouldn’t work to switch between two GMRS antennas? i.e two antennas into one radio. Is there a switch out there that is guaranteed to work?

https://a.co/d/02r1jqk2

u/mcpewmer — 24 days ago