Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7
4 years ago I bought this Suzuki, with 176.000 kilometers on it. Since then I have done roughly 40.000 holiday travel kilometers. Great vehicle, really enjoying it. It’s just big enough to sleep in,...
View ArticleLight bar questions - Strands
Exploring a my light bar options, looking specifically at Strands 42”. Anyone had any experience with those?
View Article2024 Crosstrek Wilderness
Traded in my beloved WRX for a 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness. I've missed being able to explore off road, and the gas mileage was brutal. So far it's still stock, but I've got plans for tranny and rear...
View ArticleFresh Start
Well, after months of searching and passing on a few deals, we finally settled on a new rig to start on. We scored this all stock and unmodified 2003 Jeep Liberty Renegade for $1200 and will be...
View ArticleThe Ballad of Simon The Squeaking Subaru- A 2004 BH Outback Build Thread.
Hey folks! This little misadventure began in July of 2023- well, before then. I've been into wheeling all of my life. When I was a kid, I would go with my Dad and Grandad hunting and exploring old...
View ArticleRepair question on 97 Jeep Tj
So I just purchased a 97 TJ over the weekend. The steering feels really loose. I’m new to the jeep world too. Below are some pics of some bushings on the front end. Can anyone tell me what needs to be...
View ArticleFord Maverick and the small overlanding pickup truck
So the inevitable question: what are some thoughts on new small pickups coming back to the US/NA market? I feel like it would be a great weekend overlanding rig. Haven’t seen anything about departure,...
View ArticleSubaru Outback Wilderness
If members have seen my build thread for my 2014 Outback, one would know that I am no stranger to owning an Outback. I just purchased a 2024 Outback Wilderness (my 3rd Outback), which in most cases...
View ArticleBudget Weekender Rig
So, since the Xterra is currently down for rebuilding, the wife and I were discussing the idea of a smaller "Weekender" rig. We're toying with the idea of either a 1st Gen awd Honda CR-V or an older...
View ArticleStarting over
5.7 hemi terminally wounded. After some investigation, I found no compression in 6 of 8 cylinders. Cylinder #1 valve seat flopping around on the valve. Valve made contact with the piston. On the bright...
View ArticleZuki - Chevy Tracker- Geo's
Are there still any of y'all around! I have struggled with 4x4 vehicles and the cost of maintenance on my fixed income. I recently got a deal on a 1998 Chevy Tracker and it's in the yard. I'm working...
View ArticleThe Smallest Overland Rigs? Could be!
We started a new project, Mini ATV Overland Build, on a crazy low budget! What do you think, any advice?
View ArticleTacoma Home On Wheels Solo Trip
Solo off-road and camping trip in the absolutely beautiful pine barrens of NJ in my full time home on wheels. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 5 spd manual, 5.29 gears, rear locker, 35's, 7 ½" lift and much more...
View Article2007-2011 Jeep JK
I’ve had my 2008 2-door wrangler for a while now. It’s paid off which is great, but has the 202hp 3.8L V-6 (pre Pentastar). I’m having a devil/angel dilemma. Part of me says to be fiscally responsible...
View ArticleBig Bend National Park
Spent the weekend in Terlingua & Big Bend NP this weekend, didn’t get many pics but my Terrain AT4 held up perfectly!
View ArticleFord Ranger!
Hey everyone! I’m curious to see how many Rangers we have here and I’d love some inspiration for my current setup.
View Article2022 all things Tracker - CT Zuki
I have a new to me rig. 1998 Chevy Tracker. I want a place to talk Zuki, Tracker as I prepare for 2022s Overland Expo West. I just built a sleeping platform inside my rig I do have a YouTube channel so...
View ArticleCalling all Wrangler 2 door
Let's see all the brave souls with a 2 door Wrangler, all generations.
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