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    has anyone seen a compound turbo set up in the dunes?

    There was a guy back in the day. With a Funco Honda twin turbo. Asa guy, I think his name was sand commander.
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    Who did the lowered mini truck deal in the 1980’s?

    I was in it from 83 to 87ish. I had a Nissan/Datsun 720. Lowered it the cheap way. Took all the rear springs out except 1. Then put in air shocks. Found out the hard way that if your scrap the exhaust to hard on a speed bump it shut the engine off and could not restart. Found out it would blow...
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    As a parent do you ever lose the anxiety for your kids?

    As a dad of 6 boys - youngest is 27. No, it doesn't go away 5 out of 6 make good choices. The one never learns from his mistakes and keeps making them. I learned to let it go. Our job is done.
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    I never thought I would say this

    Don't own a SXS but rode in one all the way the Baja peninsula. Most of the time we were going 40-50 miles an hour. A couple times up to 70 and there is a big difference between 50 and 70. In my humble opinion.
  5. Pete@Islands in the Sun

    Pod Casts, what do you like?

    Joe Rogan Theo Von Slow Baja Burt Kreischer
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    I heard that Malcolm died. Rest in peace Malcolm Smith.

    Use to go to movie nights at his shop in Riverside years ago. He was a all around Great Guy. Also saw him at a hill climb event in 2011. My wife's dad also use to ride with him a long time ago
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    2018 Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000x - $10,950 (Menifee)

    Posting for my brother (Tony - 949-400-9348) Please Contact Him. Original owner. Bought new in 2020. Only 1460 miles and 47 hours. Hasn’t been driven in nearly 2 years, due to back injury. Registration good through April 2026. Brand new tires (5) with zero miles. New battery was put in this...
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    What do you Drive / Ride?

    ALLTIME favorite Car!
  9. Pete@Islands in the Sun

    What do you do for work?

    Self employed most of my life. I own a BBQ grill-Island company. Hence the name :p I' m an authorized dealer for most major brands. It's a pretty good job most of the time.
  10. Pete@Islands in the Sun

    Another reason why so many people are over weight in the US

    I tried the No sugar No grains by Vinnie - Here > https://vinnietortorich.com/ I only lasted two weeks.:rolleyes: I did lose weight. But I always felt hungry. So, I decided to try less sugar less grains. :p
  11. Pete@Islands in the Sun

    Funco Gen 2 - Looking at adding rear bypass shocks...

    Anyone know what size I need? Currently has single Fox 2.0s. Also looking for a good shock turner. Near Temecula would be great. But can travel also. THANKS!
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    2018 Textron Wildcat 1000x

    Listing for my brother ~ Please call or text him @ 949-400-9348 Original owner. Purchased new in 2020. Super clean. Still has factory warranty. 1432 miles, 47 hours. Motor is completely stock. Split belt cover for easy access. New 30” tires with 0 miles on them. Spare tire, belt, and complete...
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    Anyone have a connection with PRP Seats ...

    looking to purchase. A discount would be much appreciated. Thanks in Advance!
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