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Could This Be The Ultimate Daily Driver Option? It’s no secret that there are many roof rack options for the 5G 4Runner. They’re easy to install, add substantial utility, and... The post upTOP Overland Kilo Roof Rack for 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Ural motorcycles are timeless machines that inspire thoughts of trips along forgotten roads with nothing but your bike and who, or whatever, rides along in the sidecar. The Gear Up model has been relatively unchanged for a number of years, and while it’s an absolute classic, when fully decked out, it approaches a $27,000 price point. If you’re looking for some adventures with a sidecar entow, but you don’t want to drop that kind of cash, the newest offering from Ural should be on your radar.

There are changes coming to East Coast Overland Adventures. We are currently in the process of re-designating the company from a for-profit LLC into a 501 non-profit. This will not affect the frontside of things here at ECOA. Our core mission isn’t changing, and we will continue to focus on education, but we are going […]View the full article

Leaving Tucson early in the morning, we had every intention of making the push to our final destination of Reno, Nv that day. However, sometimes in life you need to roll with the changes. We could’ve driven the entire 13hrs it was gonna take due to the weather system moving through the area, or we could use this as a sign that maybe it was an omen of some sort to seek out another option. Who knew that option would be Sin City…

Easily Carry Up To 5 Gallons Of Portable, Pressurized Water I recently purchased the all-new WaterPORT Overlander 5-gallon tank. I have been running WaterPORT tanks for years. They offer a... The post WaterPORT Overlander Tank – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

March 1st find us in a new location just off of highway one in Port Kells. We are excited to be in a more accessible location for most of our customers, get our store, shop and team under one roof for maximum efficiency, display more products in a bigger showroom and expand our services with more lifts and in-house alignments! Though we are busy building out the new location, our Cloverdale store will remain open until the end of January. If you're looking for Christmas gifts, want one last vis

After renewing our spirits and getting some much needed rest in San Antonio, we were ready to load up our vehicles and begin our journey west toward El Paso. Up to this point of our trip we really hadn't had to worry about anything other than fuel and a final destination for the day, since everyone had been sick. Each evening Jennifer and I would plan out a route that allowed for four to six hours of driving that would ultimately end at a hotel in which we would make reservations in advance for.

284 volunteers doing 1,136 hours of work, collected a total of 19,820 pounds of trash during the the West Virginia Tread Lightly! Day for 2024. Needless to say this year surpassed all expectations. Absolutely blown away by the volume of trash and tires that was pulled out of the woods. The night before the cleanup […]View the full article

Congratulations on becoming a new Jeep owner — welcome to the family! Whether it’s the newest model off the lot or a well-maintained, pre-loved Jeep, owning one of these vehicles opens up a whole new world for outdoors enthusiasts, overlanders, and even daily commuters. Along with getting your dream car, your Jeep also brings with it several perks so if you’re a new Jeep owner be prepared to take some notes. Work The Wave If

Would you know what signs to look for that you need new tires? Regular visual inspections are the best way to know if it’s time, and there are a handful of clear signs that your 4X4 tires need to be replaced. Here are a few signs that it’s time to talk to us about replacing your tires. Cuts/Chunking Running over rough terrain is sure to take a few chunks out of your tires along the way, but if you notice more cuts or chunkin

Hello all of you! This is Braeden again with another Frequently Asked Friday! Lets goooo! Today I wanted to talk about Upper Control Arms. In our shop we only work on Toyota’s, so that’s what I’ll be going over here, but the same general information applies to most independent A-Arm front suspension. So the upper control arm or UCA for short, is a part of your front suspension. In a double A-Arm setup, you have a lower control arm and an upper control arm.  Typically, you’ll find that people

When our jeeps are bought new they come out with an all season tire, and that all season tire it's really designed to work everywhere, drive, pavements, snow, ice, rain. They're designed to last a long time and they're designed to be quiet. They don't do us very much good off road, and so if you're planning on doing some trails, or you're getting into some mud, or some grassy fields, it's definitely not the choice. The next step up from there is going to be an all ter

The Best of Both Worlds: Anthem Liberty Wheels & 37” Kenda Klever Tires for My Jeep Wrangler When it comes to off-roading, the right wheel and tire package can make all the difference. Whether you’re cruising the streets or tackling extreme trails, having a setup that can handle the best of both worlds is key. That’s why I recently upgraded my Jeep Wrangler, swapping out the 17” stock wheels with 35” Kenda Klever tires for a brand-new set of 20” Anthem Liberty wheels wrapped in 37” K

Ever get confused by all the numbers telling you the specs and dimensions for the wheels on your truck? Adding to the confusion of all the different terms is the fact that both wheels and tires use the silliest combination of metric and standard for their measurements. So let's clear things up! For wheels, you have four main measurements: diameter, width, backspace and offset. What are they? Why are they important? In this post, we're going to take a look and discuss how they affect both the

Fully Customizable & Modular Storage System With DIY Assembly Using 3D scanning techniques in Houston, Texas, Wheels & Feels’ (W&F) Advanced Storage & Camping System for the 4Runner is a... The post Wheels & Feels Storage & Camping System For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

We get a lot of people coming to us wanting to get off road and often, they just want to know where to start when they're building their truck. If this is you, then this post is for you. There are different directions you could go in depending on where you live and what you want to do, so I’m going to share the order I recommend you go in to upgrade your truck so you can get to all of the places you want to go, comfortably and confidently. It’s worth saying that the purpose here isn’t to build

Looking for a great hotel choice? Here is our choice in San Jose, Costa Rica. One of the first steps in planning any getaway is deciding on a place to stay. In a large capital city like San Jose, there are literally hundreds of hotels, apartments, hostels, and Airbnb as options. We could, of course, have gone with one of the big chain hotels that dot the city as regularly as Mcdonald’s and Kentucky Fried Chicken franchises. However dependable such a choice is for a one-nighter in a stran

Offroading is an incredible hobby and lifestyle for those who love challenging themselves and being outdoors. There are offroad community groups all across the globe, with opportunities for events, meet-ups, trips, and more. However, one thing that can stop people interested in offroading from jumping right in is not knowing where to start with an offroad vehicle. If you’ve been itching to get out on the trails but aren’t sure what type of vehicle you need or how you need to modify a current veh

For the second time in just as many years I did not teach a single class at Overland Expo East (go ahead and gasp). Last year didn’t leave me with much choice. For those that don’t know, on the first weekend of 2023 I was hit by a car leaving me on the sidelines for […]View the full article

Is Now The Greatest Time In History For Wheels & Tires? Goodyear made the first air-filled truck tire in 1916; before that, tires were solid rubber. In 1931, DuPont invented... The post Why Unsprung Weight Matters When Upgrading Wheels & Tires appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

This conversation has been going around a lot lately, so here’s our take.. When it comes to getting into the backcountry, we believe that everyone needs to be prepared and responsible in doing so. Not only for yourself but out of respect for the areas you are exploring. There is always a certain level of risk involved with travelling in the backcountry whether it be mechanical issues, wildlife, injuries, weather, landslides, etc. and it is all of our responsibility to be prepared before going o

Why the Backwoods Adventure Mods Hybrid Bumper Might Be The Perfect Piece Of Armor If you own a 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner, you’ve probably asked yourself at some point… Is... The post Why You Should Upgrade To A Full Front Bumper For Your 4Runner appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

< All Ram Upgrades Does Your Lifted RAM Feel Like a Bucking Bronco? A lift kit should make your RAM look tougher and perform better off-road — but too often, owners find their shiny new lift just turns daily driving into a rough, shaky, bone-jarring mess. If your RAM feels stiff, bouncy, or nose-

The Dealer Told Me Aftermarket Upgrades Would Void My Jeep Warranty We hear it all the time during Jeep-build consultations. Picture this: Clients considering the purchase of a new Jeep come into Axleboy Off-Road with questions about suspension upgrades, new bumpers, fenders, new tires, etc. We enjoy taking about Jeep upgrades, local Jeep clubs, and trails so a discussion may take anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes. Somewhere dur

Anyone who’s experienced an Overland Expo knows the Overland Expo Foundation Raffle is one of the most anticipated moments of the weekend, and Overland Expo SoCal in Costa Mesa is bringing the energy. Join us Saturday night, March 14th, at the Oasis Bar and Food Court sponsored by Nokian Tyres, where the overland community will gather to support the charitable efforts of the Overland Expo Foundation and take a shot at some incredible gear. This year’s prize table is stacked with thousands of dol

Although the leaves are just now turning colors and starting to fall off the trees here in St. Louis, winter will be here before you know it. Even with a hearty 4X4 vehicle equipped with mods and upgrades to make winter driving safer, it’s essential to understand how to handle driving in winter weather. If you remember anything about winter driving, remember this: avoid any abrupt turns, stops, and other potentially unsafe maneuvers. Below are some

Ready to start planning some entertaining winter offroading adventures in your 4×4 or Jeep? We have some excellent suggestions for you! We know our winter offroading destinations as well as we know how to mod and repair 4x4s and Jeeps, and we want to help inspire your next adventure! St. Joe State Park St. Joe is one of just two off-road vehicle parks in the Missouri park system and

Winter Weather in Your Wrangler! Winter weather has officially arrived in St. Louis, and while some snowbirds are flying to warmer areas, Wrangler owners in colder climates are getting ready to travel the snowy trails. Even if you have the gear to tackle snow, slush, and ice, it’s important to understand that the “rules” of winter driving still apply. The fundamental basis for winter driving is to avoid any abrupt turns, stops, and other potentiall

Made For Off-Road, The New Wolfbox System With 3 Cameras Dash cameras have come a long way in recent years. I had one in my first 4Runner back in 2017... The post Wolfbox G900 TriPro Rearview Mirror & Dashcam On 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate, we’d like to look back at the role women have played in shaping our work today. Men have long dominated the automotive industry and auto repair world, but that doesn’t mean women haven’t played a significant role. Unfortunately, their stories are rarely told, so it’s hard to understand how important they have been throughout the decades.  Here at Axleboy, we would like to highlight how women shaped