Any vehicle can be a preppers rig looking to meet up with other preppers and talk shop in the Calgary area.
I have a mini van right now I would be curious at the meeting what you think about possibilities for mine would be
Duff
Preparedness is like a condom , I've rather have it and not need it, rather than need it and not have it
Depends on the situation. My ratty old 78 Ford pickup is horrible on gas, but it's likely the only rig on the block that will run after a major EMP strike. Got a few other choices but nothing that special. Like I said, it will depend on what goes down. I don't really want to bug out at all.
Whatever your bugout vehicle is, I do recommend something with a carburetor, and preferably a really common engine. Even if you're not afraid of EMPs, a carburetor is by far the most reliable means of spraying gas. If your vehicle's made-in-Taiwan electronic parts decide to take a siesta, you damm well better have spare parts and all the $100 special screwdrivers from the dealership.
Lol this is true but as automotive tech. You would be amazed at what you can do with a fuel injection engine. A May not even be a emp strike but what if you were faced with a mass evac. I have 3 rigs 2 gas one with carb and one fuel injected. Plus a diesel. Either way how about just everyday situations or emergencies that we can face or help other people out of. My main rig is set up to help other people mainly and to try and spread the word of preparedness. Can't wait to bring her to the meet here in Calgary.
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Hard to beat a Jeep Cherokee (1983-2001).
An older pickup with a carb engine or old style throttle body fuel injection is always a good purchase.
Minivans or full size with half ton chassis can be an automatic camper and greenhouse if it can't be driven anymore.
A small dual-purpose motorcycle will be invaluable to get out of a larger urban area if SHTF.
Hmmm, maybe I should rethink the quiet part...
Anything with 4x4 is a good choice. It all depends how far you want to take it. But as your dodge journey goes and having. 6 year history working for a dodge dealership I do not recommend pulling anything with them as the transmissions do not hold up to the extra load or heat. I run a 97 ram short box reg cab 4x4 with the 5.2l I haul in the winter 180 kg of gravel so 10 bags for weight and trac if needed. I also carry a spare 50l of fuel plus chain boomers straps and a jackall. And 30lbs of propane with tiger torch and stove pipe and tarp. First aid kit and 70l bug out bag and a more lol and it all sits on Goodyear dura trac tires at 33.5 inches.
OK Redneck, whats your take on this? 98 Z-71, 5.7 Vortec, extended cab long box, 140 liter gas tank (that is my winter weight LOL). In the event of having some warning of a CME or long distance EMP I will:
1) Disconnect the positive terminal of the battery and ground the positive cable.
2) Unscrew the radio antenna and put it in an aluminum jockey box grounded to the truck.
3) Connect the chassis to a ground/earth stake using both pairs of clamps of 4 ga. booster cables.
In your opinion what electrical/electronic components could still get fried? What electrical/electronic components would you suggest I keep in a Farady cage to ensure I am able to repair/restart the vehicle? To my way of thinking having everything grounded and near zero chance of differential voltage over the whole vehicle ought to make it pretty (not positively) safe. All circuits should lead to ground. Keep in mind the 'magic length' of wire able to generate and electrical charge capable of destroying electronics is 30 inches (76 cm) during EMP.
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Then= I first became hungry then I ate.
There = She is there now.
Their = They have their things.
They're = They're going to the mall.
To = They came to the house.
Too = That's too bad.
to many to list. the z71 is a damn good truck with the its front I.F.S. but as far as a emp goes grounded or not kiss it all goodbye. it takes only ml amps to short out your bcm or ecm or even your tcm. without these your truck is not going to go. the only way i can figure keeping it safe is to park it in a insulated sea can. as to line it with some thing like dina matt. this allowing for full shielding. and is my ultimate goal. you could save more than just a truck and side by side if you know what i mean.