For those of us (myself definitely included) that are looking for more ground clearance, articulation, and to fit larger tires, one of the first things we usually do on modern Toyota independent front suspension trucks is lift the suspension. I'm not going to go into all of the manufacturers, configurations, philosophies, and voodoo that come up in a "what lift should I get … [Read more...]
4Runner Storage: ARB Outback Drawers
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...]
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...]
Full Size Truck as an “Expedition Vehicle”? Absolutely.
Jeep JK. Land Cruiser. Defender. Tacoma. Discovery. 4Runner. If you ask members of our community what the "optimal" platforms are for an "overland vehicle", chances are these are these usual suspects will be brought up. But, what about the full-size pickup truck? Is America's job-site/mall parking lot staple, the full size truck, a worthy "overland rig"? You bet your … [Read more...]
