edit just so everyone knows. I am interested only in light overlanding, not serious rock crawls or sketchy crossings or deliberately jumping in a giant mud hole just for the fun of getting out. I’m not a motorist or an off-roader, I’m an outdoorsman. I’m interested in overlanding for the sake of getting to really out of the way camping and hiking areas, not for the Motorsport aspect of it. With that in mind, I have no interest in putting a snorkel on my car or crossing a creek up to my headlights. I was just curious as to how those who DO submerge a significant portion of their car’s moving parts aren’t just wrecking their systems, but then also, I assume I will occasionally have to splash through at least some shallow creeks, and was trying to get a sense of what parts going under water starts to pose mechanical risk. It sounds like the common advice is to not submerge the belly of the vehicle.
I know some vehicles have a snorkel, cause I guess the real danger is sucking water into your engine. But isn’t dousing your hot engine, and all of its belts and wheels and whatnot, in sudden cold water, really bad for it? Doesn’t that take a toll on all those moving parts if you’re washing some of their coating away? As well as risk like thermal damage or cracking?
But also, for a vehicle without a snorkel, how do I determine the depth of water it’s ok to cross?
I put a cold air intake on my 3.6L TrailHawk, and the power gain was noticeable. but grass being greener on the other side, I kind of want a snorkel, and that means I will have to get rid of it. So my question is dose anyone have a snorkel and dose it reduce the intake flow from stock or is it better?
Hi folks. Next week, I’m taking a few weeks to rest after the Xmas craziness and keen to head into the bush. I have a good camping setup, a solid rig (2013 dmax with 2” lift) and would consider myself an experienced-novice off-roader. I really want to explore the Vic High Country, and do the trip from Mansfield to Dargo. I know there are some serious river crossings out there and I don’t have a snorkel or modified/raised breathers. Isuzu says wading depth is 800mm. Can I do the trek solo and without a snorkel?
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Leonardo MZG - Brooks Warm Tones GT (First Release), 14K Gold EF [B] $515
- This is a beautiful Momento Zero Grande made from Brooks Warm Tones material. This one has gold trim. This is from the first release. It features a piston filling mechanism and a 14K gold extra-fine nib. I filled it once, wrote a few sentences with it, cleaned it out, and it has been sitting in my display case since. So it is in like-new condition. It is an absolutely beautiful pen but I have a few other Leonardo MZG that I prefer more.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/smSHtBhwPkF1zU6KA
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Red, 14K Fine [B] $185
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a striped, shiny red lacquer which is smooth to the touch. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a beautiful two-tone 14k gold nib. The pen was only used a few times and is in great condition. There is some micro-scratches that are noticeable under certain lighting conditions. It comes with the box and original converter. The gold nibs are a bit harder to find in the U.S., but Appelboom has them for about $350.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/zB2Finv
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Brown, Steel Fine [A1] $150
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a brown lacquer with a subtle sparkle to it. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a two-tone steel fine. The pen was never inked , only temporarily taken out of the box and then returned to it. It comes with the box and original converter. MSRP is $250, tends to retail for around $200.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/vh5hpZD
Stipula Etruria - Ambrosia, 18K Gold Medium Nib [B] $575
- Here is a grail for you all. It is a Stipula Etruria in the rare and sought after Ambrosia finish. It features plain celluloid with red specks throughout. It is quite a unique and interesting celluloid. It is a piston filler with a two-tone 18K gold medium nib. The trims are all sterling silver. Overall, it is a beautiful and rare pen in excellent condition. I have a box, a
In reading all of the articles about families evacuating NOLA/Baton Rouge and the areas in between, I started wondering what would be the best vehicles or mods to vehicles that would increase safety during travel to safe areas, or if the car is sitting in a lot during a storm.
My knowledge of cars is very slim, but so far I could only think of a lift kit, pretty large tires, and a snorkel to raise the air intake on the engine, is there anything else I’m missing?
Recent Houston relocation. Brought my 06 off road. It sits higher than most Xs I see around but I don't know the lift. Tires are mostly new. If I were to need to drive around in flood conditions, what am I upgrading first to keep my baby safe
I don't want to step on anybody's toes here, but the amount of non-dad jokes here in this subreddit really annoys me. First of all, dad jokes CAN be NSFW, it clearly says so in the sub rules. Secondly, it doesn't automatically make it a dad joke if it's from a conversation between you and your child. Most importantly, the jokes that your CHILDREN tell YOU are not dad jokes. The point of a dad joke is that it's so cheesy only a dad who's trying to be funny would make such a joke. That's it. They are stupid plays on words, lame puns and so on. There has to be a clever pun or wordplay for it to be considered a dad joke.
Again, to all the fellow dads, I apologise if I'm sounding too harsh. But I just needed to get it off my chest.
Do your worst!
They were cooked in Greece.
I'm surprised it hasn't decade.
Don't you know a good pun is its own reword?
For context I'm a Refuse Driver (Garbage man) & today I was on food waste. After I'd tipped I was checking the wagon for any defects when I spotted a lone pea balanced on the lifts.
I said "hey look, an escaPEA"
No one near me but it didn't half make me laugh for a good hour or so!
Edit: I can't believe how much this has blown up. Thank you everyone I've had a blast reading through the replies 😂
It really does, I swear!
Because she wanted to see the task manager.
Heard they've been doing some shady business.
but then I remembered it was ground this morning.
Edit: Thank you guys for the awards, they're much nicer than the cardboard sleeve I've been using and reassures me that my jokes aren't stale
Edit 2: I have already been made aware that Men In Black 3 has told a version of this joke before. If the joke is not new to you, please enjoy any of the single origin puns in the comments
They’re on standbi
A play on words.
But that’s comparing apples to oranges
My daughter, Chewbecca, not so much.
Pilot on me!!
Nothing, he was gladiator.
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I'm continuing to thin out my collection. CONUS shipping is included in all of the prices. Please send a PM with any questions or trade offers. I'm mainly looking to sell, but I'll always at least listen to potential offers. There's a lot of grails and rare pens here, so enjoy browsing!
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Leonardo MZG - Brooks Warm Tones GT (First Release), 14K Gold EF [B] $515
- This is a beautiful Momento Zero Grande made from Brooks Warm Tones material. This one has gold trim. This is from the first release. It features a piston filling mechanism and a 14K gold extra-fine nib. I filled it once, wrote a few sentences with it, cleaned it out, and it has been sitting in my display case since. So it is in like new condition. It is an absolutely beautiful pen but I have a few other Leonardo MZG that I prefer more.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/smSHtBhwPkF1zU6KA
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Red, 14K Fine [B] $185
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a striped, shiny red lacquer which is smooth to the touch. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a beautiful two-tone 14k gold nib. The pen was only used a few times and is in great condition. There is some micro-scratches which are noticeable under certain lighting conditions. It comes with the box and original converter. The gold nibs are a bit harder to find in the U.S., but Appelboom has them for about $350.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/zB2Finv
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Brown, Steel Fine [A1] $150
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a brown lacquer with a subtle sparkle to it. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a two-tone steel fine. The pen was never inked , only temporarily taken out of the box and then returned to it. It comes with the box and original converter. MSRP is $250, tends to retail for around $200.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/vh5hpZD
Stipula Etruria - Ambrosia, 18K Gold Medium Nib [B] $575
- Here is a grail for you all. It is a Stipula Etruria in the rare and sought after Ambrosia finish. It features plain celluloid with red specks throughout. It is quite a unique and interesting celluloid. It is a piston filler with a two-tone 18K gold medium nib. The trims are all sterling silver. Over
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I'm really thinning out my collection this time! I have a lot of unique and grail pens available for sale. CONUS shipping is included in all of the prices. Please send a PM with any questions, best offers or trade offers. I'm mainly looking to sell, but I'll always at least listen to potential offers. There's a lot of grails and rare pens here, so enjoy browsing!
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Leonardo MZG - Brooks Warm Tones GT (First Release), 14K Gold EF [B] $525
- This is a beautiful Momento Zero Grande made from Brooks Warm Tones material. This one has gold trim. This is from the first release. It features a piston filling mechanism and a 14K gold extra-fine nib. I filled it once, wrote a few sentences with it, cleaned it out, and it has been sitting in my display case since. So it is in like new condition. It is an absolutely beautiful pen but I have a few other Leonardo MZG that I prefer more.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/smSHtBhwPkF1zU6KA
SOLD! Leonardo MZ - Endless Pens LE, Red Marble, No Nib [D/B] $125
- This is a limited edition Momento Zero that was released by Endless Pens years ago. I believe it was their first exclusive. It is a beautiful red marbled body with gold trim. Only 100 pens were made. I originally bought this with a 14K 1.3mm stub nib but had a lot of issues with it and Endless Pens' customer service sucked. So long story short, the pen no longer has a nib unit, hence the D rating. It would need a new nib unit, which would be a Bock #6. Otherwise, the pen is in great condition. Comes with the original box, papers, and converter. A chance to grab a rare edition, if you're willing to source a new nib unit for it.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/LL8azEJEccLQ6wW97
SOLD! Leonardo MZ - Pen Chalet Exclusive Brooks PM4, Broad Steel Nib [B] $250
- This was a limited edition pen released by Pen Chalet earlier in the year (if I remember correctly). The barrel is made with Brooks PM4 material and the cap, blind cap, and section are made of black plastic. The trims are rose gold and the nib is a steel broad. It truly is a striking combo. The Brooks material is really nice on this one. Only 13 of these were made and they went fast! I tried to show it in a video clip (please pardon the shaky hand
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Diplomat A2 Excellence - Brown, Steel Fine [A1] $160
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a brown lacquer with a subtle sparkle to it. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a two-tone steel fine. The pen was never inked , only temporarily taken out of the box and then returned to it. It comes with the box and original converter. MSRP is $250, tends to retail for around $200.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/vh5hpZD
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Red, 14K Fine [B] $220
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a striped, shiny red lacquer which is smooth to the touch. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a beautiful two-tone 14k gold nib. The pen was only used a few times and is in great condition. There is some micro-scratches which are noticeable under certain lighting conditions. It comes with the box and original converter. The gold nibs are a bit harder to find in the U.S., but Appelboom has them for about $350.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/zB2Finv
SOLD Leonardo MZ - Brooks Golden Rule and Black (Pen Chalet Exclusive), Stainless Steel EF [B] $225
- This was a very limited edition exclusive to Pen Chalet with only 14 pens made. The body is made out of Brooks Golden Rule and the cap, section, and blind cap are solid black. The pen features gold trim and an extra-fine nib (Jowo). This pen sold out very quickly and is nearly impossible to find now. I filled this once and used it for a couple of days, so it is in very good condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/JczQkw4Fd5LNdhxd8
Leonardo MZG - Brooks Warm Tones GT (First Release), 14K Gold EF [B] $560
- This is a beautiful Momento Zero Grande made from Brooks Warm Tones material. This one has gold trim. This is from the first release. It features a piston filling mechanism and a 14K gold extra-fine nib. I filled it once, wrote a few sentences with it, cleaned it out, and it has been sitting in my display case since. S
Hello,
I'm continuing to thin out my collection. CONUS shipping is included in all of the prices. Please send a PM with any questions, best offers or trade offers. I'm mainly looking to sell, but I'll always at least listen to potential offers. There's a lot of grails and rare pens here, so enjoy browsing!
Verification: https://photos.app.goo.gl/eH4xvtnFNEyNKTCr8
Leonardo MZG - Brooks Warm Tones GT (First Release), 14K Gold EF [B] $525
- This is a beautiful Momento Zero Grande made from Brooks Warm Tones material. This one has gold trim. This is from the first release. It features a piston filling mechanism and a 14K gold extra-fine nib. I filled it once, wrote a few sentences with it, cleaned it out, and it has been sitting in my display case since. So it is in like new condition. It is an absolutely beautiful pen but I have a few other Leonardo MZG that I prefer more.
- Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/smSHtBhwPkF1zU6KA
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Red, 14K Fine [B] $200
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a striped, shiny red lacquer which is smooth to the touch. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a beautiful two-tone 14k gold nib. The pen was only used a few times and is in great condition. There is some micro-scratches which are noticeable under certain lighting conditions. It comes with the box and original converter. The gold nibs are a bit harder to find in the U.S., but Appelboom has them for about $350.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/zB2Finv
Diplomat A2 Excellence - Brown, Steel Fine [A1] $155
- This is a beautiful pen by Diplomat. It features a brown lacquer with a subtle sparkle to it. It has a satisfying and convenient snap cap and the nib is a two-tone steel fine. The pen was never inked , only temporarily taken out of the box and then returned to it. It comes with the box and original converter. MSRP is $250, tends to retail for around $200.
- Gallery: https://imgur.com/a/vh5hpZD
Stipula Etruria - Ambrosia, 18K Gold Medium Nib [B] $625
- Here is a grail for you all. It is a Stipula Etruria in the rare and sought after Ambrosia finish. It features plain celluloid with red specks throughout. It is quite a unique and interesting celluloid. It is a piston filler with a two-tone 18K gol
