VMI Offroad OX custom build for DefconBrix

[DefconBrix]

Fenders have been Line-X'd and the compnay that did them, Line-X of Midvale, did an amazing job! They also sprayed the deck of my CargoGlide.



Also, take notice of that Camp Castle from CVT tents! This is their Mt. Adams version and I absolutely love it! So does my family!

 

[Bigkitty]

Truck choice and options

Fenders have been Line-X'd and the compnay that did them, Line-X of Midvale, did an amazing job! They also sprayed the deck of my CargoGlide.

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Also, take notice of that Camp Castle from CVT tents! This is their Mt. Adams version and I absolutely love it! So does my family!

Is there a location where you have listed all the options you added to the Tacoma? I'm just in the planning stages as was considering a jeep or the dodge power wagon, but seeing your setup has me re-thinking my choice...

 

[DefconBrix]

Is there a location where you have listed all the options you added to the Tacoma? I'm just in the planning stages as was considering a jeep or the dodge power wagon, but seeing your setup has me re-thinking my choice...

Thanks for following along!! I have a build thread on here > Click Here < and on TacomaWorld (more complete) > Click Here < on the truck

 

[DefconBrix]

Updated Exploring photo over in Utah.

 

[DefconBrix]

I am anxiously awaiting until next week when I get to go pick up my trailer from VMI.
They added the side door for access to my new Norcold fridge and had all the doors powder coated black.

Here is a quick shot of the NorCold Fridge next to the trailer. The stainless steel matches beautifully!


Something else new and amazing has come in and will be getting installed soon!
Truma Combi 4


Here is a rough mock up of how these fit inside the trailer.
There will be a bulkhead & side walls separating these from the cargo area made by GooseGear.
Above the Truma Combi 4 will be a platform that the Zamp Solar inverter will be mounted on as well.

 

[DefconBrix]

Some updated photos of the progress so far:

Side passenger entry door added to allow access to the fridge and control panel (coming soon)





This is a temporary panel that will get replaced with Goose-Gear material and will house the Truma Combi control panel along with radio and various other switches/gauges.



Rear shot of how things will be laid out.
The dual Odyssey batteries along the sides were a perfect fit!





Goose-Gear side panel test fit.
Keeping all the wiring and future plumbing out of site.
Plug in and 12 volts will be added as well to these walls in the future.

 

[DefconBrix]

Sneak Peak and test fitting of the drawer module that Goose-Gear is building for my trailer!

I asked for a double stacked drawer unit to span the CargoGlide a 1/3 in width and full length leaving room for throwing random larger gear and giving me more storage options for ease of use and getting rid of all the random tupperware.

I also wanted the top to open and had them add a "hidden" compartment in the rear of it so I had a place to throw some items I don't want the wife or kid getting into.

Goose-Gear currently has the trailer doing all the finish work and will be displaying it at the Toys-4-Tots event at Camp Pendleton, CA this weekend.

 

[DefconBrix]

At the Toys 4 Tots event at Camp Pendleton this weekend Goose-Gear brought out my trailer to display the newly finished drawer unit that is mounted on my CargoGlide giving me great use of space and keeping my gear organized. Eliminating the need for random tupperware strapped down all over the place.
Making my camp life much easier!

 

[DefconBrix]

Some awesome photos taken by Richard310 on AmericanAdventurist.com of my trailer in action during some testing of the new interior panels and storage compartments from GooseGear!

 

[DefconBrix]

Throwback to my first trip to Moab with the trailer.
Can't wait to get it back from Goose-Gear and start planning this summers adventures!

Shout out and Thanks for all the adventure inspiration Overland Empire!

 

[IM1RU]

Just read the entire thread. Nice! As I am a Utah boy myself, and have pulled the trigger on this http://www.vmioffroad.com/products/...ers/xtender-adventure-offroad-trailers-3.html, I'm wondering if I'd be able to see your trailer sometime. I spent 2 years researching trailers and finally ended up at VMI. I've never seen one, and just dropped a ton of $ on it. From talking to Mike at VMI and seeing many photo's of their work, the build quality seems pretty darn high. PM me, if you don't mind. I'd love to talk to you about your experience, and your trailer.
Thanks,
Rob

 

[DefconBrix]

Just read the entire thread. Nice! As I am a Utah boy myself, and have pulled the trigger on this http://www.vmioffroad.com/products/...ers/xtender-adventure-offroad-trailers-3.html, I'm wondering if I'd be able to see your trailer sometime. I spent 2 years researching trailers and finally ended up at VMI. I've never seen one, and just dropped a ton of $ on it. From talking to Mike at VMI and seeing many photo's of their work, the build quality seems pretty darn high. PM me, if you don't mind. I'd love to talk to you about your experience, and your trailer.
Thanks,
Rob

That's awesome! VMI makes some nice stuff thats for sure! We definitely need to meet up soon and chat/camp in person!
I'll be picking up my trailer from GooseGear this week &#8212; I haven't had it since Nov so I'm stoked to have it back!

 

[DefconBrix]

I got some quick cell phone updates on the location of a few goodies getting installed.

Picking up the trailer from GooseGear on Tuesday and so excited to start using it again!

Expect this threads activity to start up again

How the sPOD and Truma display units will be placed on the GooseGear control panel (not pictured).

Zamp Solar 2000w pure sine inverter &#8212; mounting to the forward facing bulkhead.

 

[IM1RU]

That's awesome! VMI makes some nice stuff thats for sure! We definitely need to meet up soon and chat/camp in person!
I'll be picking up my trailer from GooseGear this week &#8212; I haven't had it since Nov so I'm stoked to have it back!

Absolutely. It'll probably be June before I get it. Where in Utah are you?

 

[DefconBrix]

Incredibly happy with the recent additions from Goose Gear &#8212; rear storage module in the back along with side walls and bulkhead they also tackled the wiring for me with the sPOD, Zamp Solar inverter and Odyssey PC1800 batteries. I have a few more things to mount and then wire in the coming weeks to complete it.