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Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding the camera system, including how it integrates into the rearview mirror and the many benefits it provides! Equipment discussed in this video: -Brandmotion FullVUE Mirror & Camera System View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding the step sliders to the rig, as well as some additional benefits they provide! Equipment discussed in this video: -Rock Slide Engineering Step Sliders View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind overhauling the shocks on the vehicle! Equipment discussed in this video: - Falcon 3.3 Adjustable Shocks View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a restyled stereo system and updating the lighting package! Equipment discussed in this video: -Alpine Restyle X409 Stereo Head Unit -Mopar LED Headlights -Diode Dynamics SS3 Lights View

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a tazer, as well as how they work and what they do for the rig! View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down how they went about finding a tent, and all the benefits that this specific one provides during offroading! The tent that is featured on the Gladiator: -ARB Series III Rooftop Tent View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down the decisions that went into overhauling the wheels and tires! Equipment discussed in this video: -Teraflex Nomad Wheels -Falken Wildpeak 37" Mud Tires View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a winch and shackle to the rig! Equipment discussed in this video: -12000 lbs Bulldog Winch -Factor 55 Flatlink & Flatlink Rope Guard View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley wrap up this edition of "Behind the Build" with some words of appreciation and again show all of the amazing new gear that has been added to this 2020 Jeep Gladiator by the amazing and talented crew at Axleboy!  View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind the overhaul of the suspension and gears. Equipment discussed in this video: -Teraflex RT2 Suspension System -Revolution 4.88 Ring and Pinion Gear Set -Genright Stubby Front & Rear Tube

One of the best parts of travelling by car or camper is flexibility. You are not locked into rigid schedules. You can linger longer, take the scenic detour, or add in that unforgettable experience you did not know you needed. If you are planning a Vancouver Island to Calgary road trip, you are already in for an incredible journey from rugged coastlines and wildlife rich waters to glacier fed lakes and towering Rocky Mountain peaks. There are countless experiences that can elevate your itinerar

Choosing the right mud tires for your truck is a huge step in creating a true off-road beast. These tires feature aggressive tread patterns and reinforced sidewalls. They are built to claw through the toughest terrain you can find. These specialized tires give you the raw grip and durability to tackle deep mud and jagged trails. Why Quality Mud Tires Are a Smart Investment Upgrading to a dedicated mud-terrain (M/T) tire is a significant move for any serious off-roader. M/T models are engin

Are The Kenda Klever M/T The Best Off-Road Tires Made? Read Our Tire Review, 3 Years and Almost 70,000 Miles Of Testing When it comes to off-road adventures, one of the most important decisions you can make is choosing the right set of tires. Whether you’re conquering rugged trails, rock crawling, or plowing through mud and sand, your tires are what keep you going. Three years ago, I faced that very decision with my 2015 Jeep Wrangler JKU, and after a lot of research, I took a chance on

We get a lot of comments like: “You guys are living the dream.” And in many ways, we are. We get to explore wild places, spend more time...View the full article

Add MOLLE Storage To Your Factory Or Aftermarket Roof Rack Tacoma or 4Runner? Truck or SUV? This is a question many potential Toyota owners have asked themselves when faced with... The post Bison Gear External MOLLE Panel For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

The Verdict Up Front:   If you're tired of trash bags sliding down your spare or disintegrating after a season or two, the Blacksmith Camping 4WD Wheel Bag justifies its premium price. It's not flawless, but the Australian poly-cotton fabric and sleeve design solve the two most frustrating problems with wheel-mounted trash bags. Blacksmith Camping wheel bags are made from Aussie poly-cotton in their Adelaide workshop. Who Is Blacksmith Camping? Blacksmith Camping probably isn't on your radar...

The Verdict Up Front:   If you're tired of trash bags sliding down your spare or disintegrating after a season or two, the Blacksmith Camping 4WD Wheel Bag justifies its premium price. It's not flawless, but the Australian poly-cotton fabric and sleeve design solve the two most frustrating problems with wheel-mounted trash bags. Blacksmith Camping wheel bags are made from Aussie poly-cotton in their Adelaide workshop. Who Is Blacksmith Camping? Blacksmith Camping probably isn't on your radar...

Promotion Details Upgrade your vehicle's lighting and enjoy savings with our fall lighting promotion. When you purchase any lighting products from us, you'll receive a 15% discount on the labor cost for installation. Enhance safety and style our high-quality lighting solutions while keeping more money in your pocket. Don't miss this limited-time offer! How to Claim: Visit or call Overland Outfitters. Consult with our experts to choose the right lighting products for your vehicle. Purchase

Fifteen years later we still get these emails. “The Overland Expo is great, but we miss the first ones!” “The Expo is still fun, but the camaraderie isn’t there any more.” “Lots more stuff to look at and buy, but less community spirit.” Of course Roseann and I were thrilled—and more than a bit stunned—at the success of the event she started in 2009. In fact it eventually became just too big for her to manage, and its very success hindered our own travels, which was not the plan . . . Now we are

Alldogs Offroad Coop (ADO) is a cooperative based out of Lincoln, NE, and offers several Titanswap suspension options for Nissan Frontier & Xterra applications.  A Titanswap is essentially a long travel suspension unique to the Nissan midsize 4×4 platforms, which allows a combination of aftermarket and OEM components to significantly increase wheel travel and off-road performance, thanks to commonality shared between their midsize (Frontier, Xterra, R51 Pathfinder) and fullsize platforms (Ti

Building the Expedition Vehicle Outfitters Bronco (Part 1) The Team at Expedition Vehicle Outfitters in Michigan are no strangers to the New Ford Bronco Platform having built up some really great ones in the past. But as luck would have it we were able to get our hands on our very own shop Ford Bronco to use as a test vehicle and showcase to our clients the capabilities of a Ford Bronco after the Expedition Vehicle Outfitters treatment. From Bronco lift kit installation and Bronco suspension u

Building the Ultimate DANA Jeep Gladiator   Have you ever felt the need to get away? Not like just a little away, like to the top of a mountain where no one could ever get to away?  When this awesome collaboration started with Spicer Parts and Expedition Vehicle Outfitters an off road and overland shop in Michigan started that was our mission. We set out to build a Jeep Gladiator using an Ultimate Dana Axle and drive shaft package that would meet any challenge head on, including 8ft of snow!

Building the Ultimate DANA New Ford Bronco With the New Ford Bronco has made a huge splash in the off road market in 2021, Expedition Vehicle Outfitters an off road and overland specialty shop located in Michigan is excited to collaborate with Dana Incorporated to modify and upgrade the New Ford Bronco to create a great off road vehicle. Expedition Vehicle Outfitters knows Ford is no stranger to the off road scene, but we with Dana wanted to welcome Ford back to the dirt, sand and mud by pul

Why I Chose This Combo Shackle/Fairlead For My Winch Setup There’s something about knocking out a clean, functional upgrade during your kids’ nap time that just hits different. Between daily... The post C4 Fabrication Winch Fairlead With Closed Shackle – Install & Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Ultra High Clearance & Super Lightweight Armor The long-awaited Rock Runner bumper is finally here for the 5G 4Runner. This front bumper was launched last year on the 3rd Gen... The post C4 Rock Runner Front Bumper Review For 5th Gen 4Runner appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Tune Outdoor introduces the M1L, a compact, lightweight truck camper designed to deliver maximum livability with minimal footprint. Weighing as little as 322 lbs, the M1L is engineered for backcountry travel, allowing access to tighter trails and more remote terrain without compromising vehicle capability. Its low-profile design maintains drivability while the full pop-up canopy creates a spacious interior once deployed. The M1L features a hard-sided pop-up construction with a durabl

In a couple of short months, Overland Expo PNW returns to beautiful Redmond, Oregon. The Pacific Northwest is home to countless miles of awesome overland routes that provide excellent opportunities for exploration and camping, no matter what kind of vehicle you choose for your overland journey. At Overland Expo PNW, you can check out the latest and greatest gear from 300+ vendors, learn from world-class instructors, and, of course, check out the cool rigs all across the event all weekend long. I

Growing up in an Italian household, I grasped the importance of simplicity in cooking. The focus should be on the quality of the ingr...View the full article

Install These Jeep Parts. Every so often we’ll have a customer come in with a Jeep full of parts that they just ordered online and ask us how much it will cost to have it all installed. We are excited that people continue to take an interest in modifying their Jeeps and that our reputation for quality workmanship has spread throughout the Jeep community. We don’t like to turn away opportunities to work on Jeeps, but several years ago we adopted a fairly standa

We were early and enthusiastic adopters of the portable 12V fridge concept—first with the classic and dependable Engel, later a series of ARB models, and a superb National Luna model that rides permanently in our 70-series Troop Carrier. I wouldn’t want to travel without one, and I’d certainly never go back to the giant Coleman ice chests and the inevitable three-day slurry in the bottom as 20 pounds of ice melts its way into everything not hermetically sealed. Day trips and picnics are a differ