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Tire Fitment, On & Off-Road Performance Improvements & More We have been running the Perry Parts Gen 2 rear bump stops on our 2025 (6th Gen) Toyota 4Runner for the... The post Perry Parts Gen 2 Rear Bump Stops For 6th Gen 4Runner: 7 Month Review, Tested On Rubicon appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Planning Your Ford Bronco Upgrades 101 A New Ford Bronco is a big investment and modifications shouldn’t be taken lightly. This is why Expedition Vehicle Outfitters in Michigan prides ourself in pushing our shop Bronco to the limits and working with industry leading manufacturers to test and help develop Bronco upgrades for enthusiasts.  So you received your new Ford Bronco, it might have been after months of waiting but you finally have that key…fob in your hand. You hit the start button an

In the realm of car camping and overlanding, the buzz around harnessing the power of the sun is real. Solar panels offer a tantalizing...View the full article

Easy Bolt-On High Volume Air Inflation/Deflation Valve Stem If you’ve been looking for a faster way to inflate and deflate your tires, Power Tank’s Monster Valves are worth considering. Monster... The post Power Tank Monster Valves: Non-Drill Bolt-On Install & Fitment Kit Overview appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Are you gearing up for your next camping adventure? Why not bring the great outdoors to your doorstep for a trial run? Testing your...View the full article

Stronger, More Configurable & More Customizable Tested on hundreds of vehicles over the years, Prinsu has become a household name for the overland space. There is a reason why Prinsu... The post Prinsu Pro Rack For 6th Gen 4Runner – Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

A Simple Way To Mount A Portable Water Tank To Your Roof Rack Say hello to the simplest and most reliable way to mount your WaterPORT DayTank to your Prinsu... The post Prinsu Universal WaterPORT Mount – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Rachelle Croft Returns to Rebelle Rally as Part of Official Toyota Team in All-New Trailhunter 4Runner Bozeman, MT – July 12, 2025 — After a multi-year hiatus, overland adventurer, XOVERLAND co-founder, and CEO of the Overland Collective, Rachelle Croft is making a highly anticipated return to the Rebelle Rally—the premier all-women’s off-road navigation rally in the U.S. She’ll be behind the wheel of the all-new 2025 Trailhunter Toyota 4Runner, proudly representing the Official Toyota Tea

Ram’s powerhouse pickup is back, and it’s busting into the New Year with some new upgrades and plenty of horsepower. Just shy of a year ago, the Ram TRX was discontinued, but thankfully, its absence was extended, and later this year, this beast will be back on Ram lots nationwide. The TRX has gained some performance bumps with 777 horsepower produced by the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V8 versus the 702 of the original version. We got behind the wheel of the OG TRX, and with 75 fewer horsepower,

Ram’s powerhouse pickup is back, and it’s busting into the New Year with some new upgrades and plenty of horsepower. Just shy of a year ago, the Ram TRX was discontinued, but thankfully, its absence was extended, and later this year, this beast will be back on Ram lots nationwide. The TRX has gained some performance bumps with 777 horsepower produced by the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V8 versus the 702 of the original version. We got behind the wheel of the OG TRX, and with 75 fewer horsepower,

Upgrading to larger tires transforms the look and capability of Ford trucks across St. Louis, but it also changes the final drive ratio. This leads to sluggish acceleration, excessive downshifting, and weakened towing performance. Regearing restores lost torque and optimizes your truck’s drivability. This guide explains why F-150 and Super Duty owners experience power loss with 35–37 inch tires, how differential gears solve the issue, and what gear r

So…it turns out I have a bit of a problem with collecting travel and adventure-oriented bags. By last count, I had 37 of them, comprising duffels, totes, roller bags, suit carriers, laptop slings, laptop backpacks, camera bags, hiking bags, backpacking bags, and travel backpacks. They take up a ton of space, I’ve spent a king’s ransom on them over the years, and it is quite inconvenient to juggle gear between bags when I need to go somewhere. As an antidote, I did what any rational person would

For decades, birders, hunters, naturalists, and explorers have had two ways to magnify what we want to observe more closely. Binoculars are convenient to carry and provide moderate magnification, generally between seven and ten power—any more and they become increasingly difficult to hold steady. When more power is needed for distant objects or extremely detailed views of nearer things—a maddeningly difficult-to-identify Empidonax flycatcher, for example—we use a spotting scope, which provides s

Quick take: The Toyo Open Country R/T Trail bridges the gap between all-terrain and mud-terrain tires without compromising on or off-road performance. Toyo offers this tire in a wide range of sizes. It’s a great option for overlanding rigs that spend time on the pavement and in the backcountry. As much as I wish it were the other way around, 90% of the miles I drive are on pavement. For years, I ran various all-terrain tires, and while they served me well with low road noise, easy balancing

Why An Upgrade To 4.88 Gears Is Important For The Avid Overlander When it comes to off-roading in a 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner, one of the most impactful upgrades—beyond tires... The post Revolution Gear & Axle 4.88 Gears For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Mendocino Grand Circuit If you'd like more information about the 315 mile Mendocino Grand Circuit, be sure to visit the Route Guide Page ....View the full article

Electric vehicles are the future of automotive, with more and more automakers releasing electric models of their most popular vehicles. But every once in a while, a new brand will step into the market and start to garner attention. Rivian is one such newcomer whose R1T electric truck is making waves. Electric trucks are relatively new, with many big names like Chevy and Ford releasing EV trucks to appeal to those looking to be environmentally friendly and go gas-free. But the Rivian is more than

When a Quick U-Turn Became a Costly Lesson Last August, one of our flagship rigs — a V8-powered Jeep Wrangler 392 — rolled during a guest trip. The driver attempted a quick U-turn on a narrow mountain trail. It didn’t take much: a sharp cut of the wheel, a bit of off-camber terrain, while in 4 low range, and the Jeep tipped. The damage was extensive enough that repairs weren’t completed until early May of this year. Thankfully, no one was seriously hurt. But it was a wake-up call — for us and f

Rugged Ridge XHD Snorkel Install & Review Why I Needed It for Overlanding and What You Should Know Before Installing: There’s something deeply satisfying about building a rig that can handle any trail, any condition, and any element nature throws at you. Over the years, my Jeep has evolved from a weekend off-roader to a full-blown overlanding beast—equipped for multi-day adventures, remote camping, and serious trail exploration. But as my adventures have grown more ambitious, I’ve fo

This article on safely driving the powder highway was written with the gracious help of Insp. Chad Badry, the Officer-In-Command for Kootenay Highway Patrol at the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, as part of collaboration for the Road Safety at Work Alliance. Badry has spent the last two decades of his career ensuring safe driving around many of Canada’s renowned ski spots, including Fernie, Nelson, Cranbrook, Golden, and more. He’s the sole RCMP member of the AAMVA (American Association of Motor

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, show your truck some love! From now until the end of February save 10% off parts & labor on Bilstein suspension lifts if you book install with us + a FREE alignment! To get a quote, book an appointment or ask any questions give us a call or send us an email. Our sales team is keen to help you out! *Deal only valid on Bilstein products, and for installs booked in our shop* View the full article

About ten years ago I was in the market for a reliable, foolproof anti-theft system for the Porsche 911SC Roseann and I owned at the time. I didn’t want the usual complex electronic type, with the siren everyone ignores. After quite a lot of research I landed on a device called the Ravelco. The Ravelco, visually, comprises a plug installed in the dash or elsewhere, incorporating a cluster of 16 female pin receptacles. A male plug, which rides on one’s keychain, fits into it, completing a cryptic

Friday, April 7th (Good Friday) Ian & Brittany from @wheeleveryweekend are coming to Canada and are teaching a shock class at Overland Outfitters workshop. Come learn about shock performance, tuning, rebuilding and more. Class is open for anyone interested! Ian isn't asking for anything for entry, but if you learn something there will be a tip jar, as a way for us to show some appreciation for his time and knowledge.  RSVP here to attend! View the full article

People love drama. Even when it’s not real. Owners of vehicles made by manufacturers that compete with Toyota especially love drama if it involves reliability issues with Toyotas. I remember when some first-generation Tacomas developed issues with leaking head gaskets. The howls among Ford, Chevy, and, especially, Land Rover owners reached shrill octaves: “SEE? SEE?” Ironically, the fact that Toyota’s reputation for building dependable vehicles is based on rock-solid real-world evidence is what

SHOULD YOU HAVE THE DEALER MOD YOUR FORD BRONCO? Let’s get ready to ruffle some feathers.. We receive this question daily. “Why make the trip to Expedition Vehicle Outfitters over having the Dealership do my mods?” This is one that we can dissect in order for you to see what makes the most sense for your needs. Our first response to that important question is always going to be, we feel it is best to choose our services because of our experience. Whenever our clients are considering Ford Br

For most of us, skiing and camping are different seasons. We spend our winters watching snow rulers and chasing powder days, and our summers looking out for a few days of sunshine to head off into the bush. What if I told you that beautiful Whistler British Columbia gives you the chance to do BOTH activities in April and May? This might surprise you, but at Whistler in April, you can start your spring morning waking up in a cozy tent by the lake, head up to the high alpine to ski fresh powder

Mounting New ARB Brushless Compressor In Engine Bay This marks a pretty big milestone for Trail4Runner.com, our first official 6th Gen 4Runner installation guide and review. I can’t believe it’s... The post Slee Off-Road Compressor & Multi Mount Bracket For 6th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

The ONE wildlife species I really wanted to see in Costa Rica was a sloth. I thought, how hard can it be? They literally move slower than molasses so it seemed as though they’d be easy to spot. I was wrong. Beginning on our first night walking tour outside Tortuguero Village with a guide I had my camera at the ready to capture one of these furry slow-moving mammals. Sloths are the sluggish tree-dwelling mammals found in the rainforests of Central and South America. An extremely

< All Ram Upgrades Tired of Your RAM’s Bed Being a Rolling Junk Drawer? RAM trucks are built to haul — but open beds can turn into a mess fast: tools sliding around, gear soaked by rain, and racks that rattle all the way to the trailhead. At Axleboy

Image by Jason Spafford, from Grace Under Gravel by Lisa Morris. Amongst the upheaval and excitement of our move 65 miles southeast of Tucson to our new Ravenskeld, we are hard at work on Vol. 2, No. 2 of Exploration Quarterly—and it’s shaping up beautifully with a diverse mix of subjects for your reading pleasure. This all-digital issue will include: An overlanding feature by Lisa Morris and Jason Spafford — a hybrid philosophical