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  1. 08-01-2013, 12:38 PM #1
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    Road trip update...

    Well, my family and I are on our way from New Jersey to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. We left early yesterday afternoon and just past Birmingham, AL.

    So far the Superlifted XK is doing very well. Mileage is good at 15-16 mpg @ 80+ mph with 3 people and their luggage. I'm extremely happy we put those adjustable upper control arms to correct the rear pinion angle. Thanks to Matt for brains and braun in making that happen before my trip!!!

    If I get a chance for some nice Jeep shots, I'll post.

    Next stop... Baton Rouge.

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    The Zetas grab you, tell 'em to be gentle... with the Jeep...
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    Quote Originally Posted by The_War_Wagon View Post
    The Zetas grab you, tell 'em to be gentle... with the Jeep...
    Hahaha
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    Very cool man. Have a great trip!! Looking forward to some stories when you get back.... maybe we can get together, lets the kids play, and actually just hang out for once instead of rip apart our Jeeps
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    Zetas...? Maybe I'll trade in the XK for a Mexican special armored WK2. I kid you not... There's a version of the WK2 that is armor plated and has balistic glass.

    I'm deep in the heart of Texas now, 100 miles east of San Antonio. Just had a Texas burger for lunch.

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    Quote Originally Posted by lekmedm View Post
    Zetas...? Maybe I'll trade in the XK for a Mexican special armored WK2. I kid you not... There's a version of the WK2 that is armor plated and has balistic glass.
    You have to do a technical write-up on it for the rest of us on it.
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    Enjoy the trip & the rig is looking great.
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    Quote Originally Posted by lekmedm View Post

    I'm deep in the heart of Texas now, 100 miles east of San Antonio. Just had a Texas burger for lunch.

    A long drive in Texas.... I'm thinking you are probably going through Laredo... ?.... If by chance you end up on the East side of So Texas close to Hwy 77 let me know and I'll get your next Texas lunch !!

    Have a good and safe trip !
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    Well, it would be pretty cool to meet up with a forum bro. We almost went down rt 77 instead of the Laredo route. Where's the crossing over there, McAllen? How busy is it?

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