Hunting Rigs

[buckcanyonlodge]

1st pic is of my bear hunting rig...1994 Ford F-150  Next is my Lund deer hunting rig.... and last is my deer killing machine...2007 Toyota Camry

[follow maggie]

Put a luggage rack on that Camry and you're in business!

[runamuk]

that bear hunting rig is amazing is it made out of bacon?

[buckcanyonlodge]

that bear hunting rig is amazing is it made out of bacon?

Actually it was a peanut butter/cayenne pepper sandwich they were eating. That was the last pic I got of the three bears.

[runamuk]

that bear hunting rig is amazing is it made out of bacon?

Actually it was a peanut butter/cayenne pepper sandwich they were eating. That was the last pic I got of the three bears.

thats a great pic ....thanks for sharing.....silly bears

[Blackjaw]

Any suggestions for someone on a budget who wants a mix of good mpg and some off-road ability in a used truck? I was thinking either a 99-00 vintage 4x4 ranger or s10 with a canopy, but I am open to suggestions.

Thanks,

Rick

[floatinghat]

An axle can only have one locker, that is in the differential...

What you are explaining is normally done in the transfercase.

Correct, You also lock the x-case in addition to the axles.   

[Special T]

I would think that a great budget hunting rig would be a 91-96 Jeep Cherokee. They can be had reasonably cheep, there are MANY budge modifications that can be done, and there are TONS of aftermarket accessories available. With a modest 2" lift (cheep) and some fender trimming you can fit some decent sized tires for hunting and have a very capable rig. I know a couple of guys that regularly get 20mpg in their Cherokees for commuting purposes, With stock OD tires... You can always fold down the rear seat or ad a roof basket if you think you need more room for your stuff.

[runamuk]

Any suggestions for someone on a budget who wants a mix of good mpg and some off-road ability in a used truck? I was thinking either a 99-00 vintage 4x4 ranger or s10 with a canopy, but I am open to suggestions.

Thanks,

Rick

what do you consider good mileage?  My 95 mazda (basically a ranger) gets maybe on a good day 20mpg thats no wind perfect driving at speeds of no more than 65 and its gutless.  It works for me because I dont do any serious wheeling or much major driving but for the mileage most days I wish I had another V8 my old suburban got 18 on road trips easy....and it went when I stomped on it.

[MikeC]

Well here's my lady. Haven't gotten her insides too bloody but not for lack of effort.  Last of the good ole 5.9 Cummins.

[Blackjaw]

Thanks for the suggestions. I was thinking around 20 mpg to be good for a rig that has decent 4x4 capability.

[CAMPMEAT]

My new one...................

[bowhunterwa87]

She gets the job done

[Halo]

Almost ready for the scouting mission for that Nevada deer tag. I can't wait to get a picture with a big critter in the back of the CanAm in the back of the truck.   

[jeepasaurusrex]

I would think that a great budget hunting rig would be a 91-96 Jeep Cherokee. They can be had reasonably cheep, there are MANY budge modifications that can be done, and there are TONS of aftermarket accessories available. With a modest 2" lift (cheep) and some fender trimming you can fit some decent sized tires for hunting and have a very capable rig. I know a couple of guys that regularly get 20mpg in their Cherokees for commuting purposes, With stock OD tires... You can always fold down the rear seat or ad a roof basket if you think you need more room for your stuff.

A Cherokee would be my pick as well. I've owned 4 of them over the years. Great vehicles.