Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me! That's how I felt the second time my 4Runner got broken into in DC and had stuff stolen out of it (air compressor, tools, DeLorme GPS, etc.) This all went down over three years ago, and my solution to the problem was to get the stuff I keep permanently in the truck out of sight and secure in some storage drawers. I … [Read more...]
National Luna Dual Battery Monitor – 6 Month Review
Dual batteries are almost a necessity for anyone who runs multiple accessories in their vehicle, and they provide you with the insurance that a flat battery won't leave you stranded in the field. Over the past 6 months I've been using the National Luna Dual Battery Monitor in our 2014 JKU Rubicon with very good results. It's performed it's task very well, and is simple … [Read more...]
I4WDTA – Q&A
We’ve been given the honor of observing the International 4-Wheel Drive Trainers' Association’s (I4WDTA) Training for Certification that is being hosted in Uwharrie, NC. This is the first time any outside group has been given the privilege to sit in on the rigorous 3 day selection process, and over the next few weeks we’ll be giving you all the details. Since we've been … [Read more...]
ARB Awning Long-Term Review
Out of all of the modification on my 4Runner, none gets as many comments as the roof rack-mounted awning. The comments come from 1 of two types - (1-the majority) those that think it is pretty ridiculous to permanently mount a sun shade to anything but an RV/porch or (2) curious overland-types that want to know who makes it, how I like it, and where to get one. The ARB … [Read more...]
Gobi Stealth Rack – 6 Month Review
While the interior storage space of a 4 door JK Unlimited seems like a U-Haul compared to a 2 door, it still leaves a lot to be desired especially when you're traveling with multiple people and pups. After spending a fair amount of time around JKU's on the trail, I quickly realized a roof rack was going to be necessary to haul over-sized gear such as my OzTent that wouldn't … [Read more...]
