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I am thinking of switching from GAIA GPS to a device based mapping system like the Garmin overlander. Are these devices worth the price?

Anyone bought a new truck recently? What are the waiting times like? I am thinking of buying a new daily driver but if waiting times are over 3 months I'll probably leave it for next year!

Let's start a discussion here. If Jeep kept all the ingredients that make a Jeep (solid axles, lockers etc) but simply replaced the engine with electric motors would you still drive it? And how different do you think the experience would be? I fear that the instant torque will be an issue when...

Does anyone here use superior engineering lower control arms on their 80 series? How do they perform and do they increase front end articulation?

I am of the pinion that anyone who is serious into overlanding and remote travel should at least know how to perform some basic mechanical shills. If a vehicle breaks in a remote location in most cases the only way of getting it going again is by trying to find the problem and fix it while off grid

Are there any jacks made for off road use? I am not talking about high lift jacks. I need a normal jack that can pickup the vehicle from the undercarriage

When the new Defender came out it did have some reliability issues. Some times they tend to iron those issues out as the car gets older. Does anyone know how models sold now are doing? How reliable or unreliable are they?

As I am sure all Toyota truck owners know, the brakes on these things can be adequate as best. Now that the truck is lifted, with larger tires and packed with overland gear stopping has become a bit of an issue. Is anyone aware of any upgrade kits that help the 80 series land cruiser stop a...

Hey everyone, as the truck now has plenty of upgrades that have increased its weight and with the addition of a camper trailer I am thinking it is time to upgrade the brakes. Other the the usual caliper and rotor upgrade I am thinking of going for braided brake lines. My question is if...

I would imagine that the black bear pass is closed at this time of year right? Been wanting to do it forever and have a few days free next week.

I have an issues were my number plates keep falling of my winch bumper. I have tried all kinds of methods other than welding brackets for them onto the bumper which I don't want to do. Does anyone have suggestions?

Hi all, my Land Cruiser has a hard time getting out of 4wd low range even if I switch between 1st and reverse. Does anyone know what could cause the problem? I use 4L regularly so it's definitely not due to a lack of usage.

For those who have ditched the roof top tent, what did you go to after? Been debating getting rid of it and getting a Gazelle tent. I love all the pros that come with having an RTT but there are definitely a lot of cons that come with it

Anyone know what the processes of installing an air locker is? Is it something that can be done at home or am I better off taking it to a mechanic? I do have experience with the tools but mostly around basic jobs. This one seems a bit complicated

I always wanted a Land Rover Defender but never got around to actually buying one. I seriously considering it now though as the prices are going up and they may be soon at of reach! My question is how bad are they on the road? Are long stints on the motorway really as bad as people say? I...

Anyone on here played with Raptor coating before? I am not sure if i want to paint my whole rig in it

Anyone here use suspension from tough dog? Looking for some user experiences

how long do you go between oil changes during an overland trip?