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I have a cargo platform already, and I'm considering putting in a kitchen, solar battery setup, and a cargo drawer that all pop out. For those who have done drawers and such how were they liked compared to just loose cargo area? I have several CNC's on tap for this including metal milling...

I’m considering getting an 07 vitara for a smaller overlanding Light rig. I have a g wagen for the Big Stuff now but want something more practical. How do these work out practicality wise? Sorry for the odd caps. Damn iPhone.

So I can get a cherry manual V6 SR with 180k right now or a great shape FJ100 with 298k on it as my next toy? I am quite familiar with Monteros as we built one of the only manual gen 2.5 3.5 L trucks in the US, and I’ve had 6 other gen 2s. That said, this FJ100 landcruiser is In great...

Because of the winter/cold weather nature of my explorations, I don't think I can dodge the whole roof rack situation. Especially the tent - it needs a large and flat packout to work out well I think. Loading looks like 200lbs including rack so within the 150kg limits imposed by Mercedes on...

Did a quick weekender with the son and the dog to make sure my gear works before the upcoming overland trip. Especially the winter aspects of it. Had a lot of fun and had some changes to make before heading north. 1. The Springbar tent is awesomely built. Easily the...

Just plan on it when the windshield guy comes.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I decided to do a pretty serious solar generator to run a mobile office. I wanted it to be portable instead of a built in, and waterproof if possible. Key components: Pelican 1440 case Victron 75/15 charge controller Victron Bluetooth Dongle Victron 12/250 Inverter Blue sea systems 4.8 amp...

But it begins. The repaint at home in my garage. Brought to you by someone stupid enough to repaint a g wagen in his garage. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looking for a ground tent. Quick rundown: Its going to get used a lot. 300 days a year a lot I have a dog. She isn't yapper dog sized, so no RTT I like it colder than hell. AKA winter camping in ugly places. I want to be able to stand up and move around the tent. A tent stove might be...

Rebuilding my g wagon after my initial two year trial ownership and trips resulted in a "keep forever" verdict. I wanted a better cargo situation in the back, and to be able to sleep across the back seats and cargo bay on occasion. I wanted it to be fairly light but strong enough to stand...

We took a long weekend off of work to do a trip through southwest CO to introduce my kids to overland expeditioning and learn more about how my new rig is going to perform. This was a good opportunity to validate some of the packing lists, give the vehicle a chance to break in a somewhat...

I'm going on a moderate overland trip through the rockies, and wanted to get an opinion on a roof rack. I have enough room in the g wagen to pack everything pretty much, but I don't like my hi-lift rattling around inside the cab, and I don't like having my fuel cans venting inside the whole...

I need the transfer case and manual shifter assembly bolt set. Its 7 of them and they are particular. Does anyone have a parts car they could pull them from, stick em in order on a piece of cardboard, and send my way? Thanks!

Well, I we drove our manual 1999 gen 2.5 montero today. It's much more fun now than it was. I won't lie it wasn't easy. Some things that should have been hard, like the clutch slave, were dirt easy and some things like the engine position and shifter body cutouts sucked. Anything anyone...

So I'm looking at either a G500 or an LR4. Both have about 100k on them. Similar condition. I'm going to build out an overlander and use it for some daily driving style tasks but not much. I'll only get used in the US and maybe some Canada. Both have immaculate interiors - the LR4 is 7...

I took my truck up the demon hill again (30 mph at 3000RPM UP a 7-10percent grade for 15 mins) and got the AT overheat light again. Thinking it was the sensor I pulled out my IR thermometer. The fluid sender pipe was at 276degrees. I believe the light comes on at 280 degrees...

So I am having an issue with my locker pump and decided to disassemble it to see what I could do. The evil little bastard in question. Wonder what's wrong with it? The tag on this bad boy. I used a pry bar to pull the top plate away. It has a nice seal under this plate, but more on...

I am considering mounting my ARB compressor underneath a skid plate in the front...under the bumper. It should be fairly sheltered normally, but will definitely be under water when fording such. I actually do this 5+ times a year so its not a moot point. Thoughts?

Does anyone know what the name is for the electrical connectors (t shaped) that ARB uses for their electrical hookups? I'm making some custom wiring and would like to order some. Thanks!

Very few Chinese car parts have turned out well for me, and there is little method of telling where this stuff was made without ordering it. As such -I bring you the Aftermarket Part Origins Thread! I hope for this thread to possibly become a sticky in time. Please post here parts you have...