08-04-2010, 10:37 AM
I love seeing people say here "I would steal this" or "liberate that". Sure its SHTF time, but do you think for one, its only going to be us in this thread or other forums that get out and go to a BOL or just get the hell out of dodge? Those people with the vehicles you plan on stealing, I guarantee they are either going to be long gone, or something along those lines.
Another point is just because you may be serious about stealing one of their vehicles, what makes you think someone with no vehicle will not steal yours? especially if you do manage to get the trucks you are trying to. Just another point of view for you all to look at. Especially with Military vehicles, you dont think the military is going to be out and about before you even know whats going on?
Needless to say, I only consider what I own a BOV, and mod it accordingly regarding available funds, time, and gas mileage. Sure adding a 900lb bumper and 45" tires are badass, but gas mileage in a world gone mad, is what you rely on. You wont be able to stop at a gas station, and sure syphoning out gas tanks is what people are going to have to do, but think of how vulnerable you will be.
Also, you are as strong as your weakest link. Try to always have atleast 3 vehicles in your caravan, and communication is key. Every vehicle I have owned has had a cb in it for this reason. SHTF, and your stuck with what you have at this very point in time. No time outs for letting you add stuff on, etc. Meet up, go to BOL with every single thing you can grab, and once there and secured, then think about adding stuff as the need arises. especially ammo and spare parts, gas, food, water.
/rant
Another point is just because you may be serious about stealing one of their vehicles, what makes you think someone with no vehicle will not steal yours? especially if you do manage to get the trucks you are trying to. Just another point of view for you all to look at. Especially with Military vehicles, you dont think the military is going to be out and about before you even know whats going on?
Needless to say, I only consider what I own a BOV, and mod it accordingly regarding available funds, time, and gas mileage. Sure adding a 900lb bumper and 45" tires are badass, but gas mileage in a world gone mad, is what you rely on. You wont be able to stop at a gas station, and sure syphoning out gas tanks is what people are going to have to do, but think of how vulnerable you will be.
Also, you are as strong as your weakest link. Try to always have atleast 3 vehicles in your caravan, and communication is key. Every vehicle I have owned has had a cb in it for this reason. SHTF, and your stuck with what you have at this very point in time. No time outs for letting you add stuff on, etc. Meet up, go to BOL with every single thing you can grab, and once there and secured, then think about adding stuff as the need arises. especially ammo and spare parts, gas, food, water.
/rant