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Fri Nov 22, 2024 8:59 am

shagginwagon83 wrote: Not quite a "deal" but a free sample that is available is from Steel-It

A reputable beef boi named Quentin (syncroanddestroy) who used to work for VividVans spoke highly of this stuff - uses it to protect suspension parts.

I requested a free sample - he was using the 1012 Black.

https://steel-it.com/pages/request-a-free-sample

Page no longer exists! 404 message. Guess too many requests for free samples!

Fri Nov 22, 2024 9:09 am

Sorry Steve. It looks like they have the link on their home page, but that link is dead. I too expect they were overwhelmed with requests.

I hope I get a sample. I have been paying a local person to blast and paint suspension parts. I hoped to invest in my sandblaster and start doing this work myself.

Wed Nov 27, 2024 5:28 pm

Just came across…

Thanks to you, Chris! 8)

- Dave

Fri Mar 14, 2025 4:32 am

Dometic CFX355IM fridge on eBay.....price is suspiciously low (almost half off retail), but reviews seem to indicate its legit. Seller also appears legitimate. Purchase at your own risk?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/296958289995

Fri Mar 14, 2025 7:05 am

It looks legit. It's a great fridge. The only issue is that, historically for me, Dometic thermistors only last 2 years for me. After replacing, they seem to last 3+ year with some Artic Silver thermal paste.

I wish they had the smaller size for about $300.

Fri Mar 14, 2025 1:22 pm

Grey market reseller, no warranty. You need to buy their return warranty at Least.

Mon Mar 17, 2025 8:02 pm

ARB Awning hard case
comes out to $429 with shipping.
https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

Mon Mar 17, 2025 8:11 pm

TopBud wrote: ARB Awning hard case
comes out to $429 with shipping.
https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

Looks like it also allows for local pickup - in my case desertRat off-road store and all it adds is tax and doesn't show shipping.

Tue Mar 18, 2025 4:18 am

TopBud wrote: ARB Awning hard case
comes out to $429 with shipping.
https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

Also, on Amazon for same cost of $299.00 with free shipping. (See price in cart.)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088X1YT2D?smid=ASH3J3QJ61MH&psc=1

Tue Mar 18, 2025 11:35 am

snuf wrote: TopBud wrote: ARB Awning hard case
comes out to $429 with shipping.
https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

Also, on Amazon for same cost of $299.00 with free shipping. (See price in cart.)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088X1YT2D?smid=ASH3J3QJ61MH&psc=1
I'm seeing $434 in the cart.

Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:03 pm

vanagonjr wrote:
I'm seeing $434 in the cart.

Yeah looks like they've increased the price. I saw $300 earlier today, what a steal. I thought about grabbing one for backup/the next van

Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:08 pm

Snuf was correct, pricing was $299 with free shipping however within the past 90 minutes, pricing changed.

If you order directly from ARB, pricing is still $299 with $99 2nd day shipping. I spoke with ARB moments ago to confirm pricing and availability. This is on clearance to clear out silver hard case. It appears everyone wants black. I also ordered the awning room 2.5 with free shipping. This is a killer deal!!!

As a side note, ARB TrackPack bag is on clearance for $59. This is a fantastic deal as I have needed one.

I was told by ARB quantity is limited. Best wishes!!!

Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:09 pm

I forgot to include URL: https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-light-2-5m-silver-814411/

Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:14 pm

wish i still had california money trees but i've gotta do some other things. the NAPA awning will have to suffice for now :roll:

Tue Mar 18, 2025 12:21 pm

snuf wrote: TopBud wrote: ARB Awning hard case
comes out to $429 with shipping.
https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

https://store.arbusa.com/hard-case-awning-with-lig...wYEALw_wcB

Also, on Amazon for same cost of $299.00 with free shipping. (See price in cart.)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088X1YT2D?smid=ASH3J3QJ61MH&psc=1

When I had posted it this morning, The price was $299.00. Boy, inflation happens fast.

Tue Mar 18, 2025 1:00 pm

Surge pricing a la uber and lyft is being expanded throughout the online purchasing marketplace. It's super visible in event ticket sales especially. It's going to be great, just great. No I can't prove that's the case here, but I suspect it is.

Tue Mar 18, 2025 4:50 pm

Camelcamelcamel.com is a useful tool for checking Amazon price history. Helps show if the amazing 20% off deal or whatever they’re advertising is any different than the year round price.

There’s no record of it being $299 with the link provided.

https://camelcamelcamel.com/product/B088X1YT2D?tp=1m

Tue Mar 18, 2025 5:10 pm

danielheff wrote: Camelcamelcamel.com is a useful tool for checking Amazon price history. Helps show if the amazing 20% off deal or whatever they’re advertising is any different than the year round price.

There’s no record of it being $299 with the link provided.

https://camelcamelcamel.com/product/B088X1YT2D?tp=1m

Nor the $434 price that I saw today, so it probably can’t trace pricing all the time.

Tue Mar 18, 2025 6:20 pm

still available for $299 for local pickup no shipping from my local DesertRat store offered on the ARB website link

Thu Mar 20, 2025 6:36 pm

I thought this Trailer Hitch Cargo Basket for $99 was a good deal.

https://a.co/d/cRpZxDd

It looks like you choose either straps or net but they sent me both plus a huge cargo bag.

I mounted it without using the extension and hinged feature, I thought it was more important not to have the load cantilevered any more than I have to. I think that's okay.

It's rated for 550 lbs but what I have in mind is lightweight bulky items (tent, cot, etc.) so probably < 100 lbs.