New Forum: Introduce yourself here

[RustyNailJustin]

Hello all,
I wanted to start this thread to introduce myself, and hope you all will introduce yourselves. Some of you may know me from here or on the trail. I spend most of my time in the Land Cruiser forum. I have been very into Land Cruisers and wheeling for about 16 years. While I am mostly into “hardcore” rock crawling, I am and always have been into exploring and expedition type rigs. I am currently building a stretched cab 1963 FJ45 with a 3.4 Tacoma motor and Taco 5 speed. This vehicle is being built exclusively for my girlfriend and me to explore the most remote stretches of the Baja and the western USA.

Last winter I went to Australia with a couple good buddies and bought a 1984 FJ60 that we traveled the east coast with. The Cruiser is being stored in New Castle Au. And will be used for future trips to the west coast and the interior including the most trying trek in Australia, the Canning Stock route.

On the more Rock crawling side of things. I have a FJ40 Land Cruiser buggy that has been all over the west, from the Hammers, to The North West, to Colorado and everywhere in between, hitting the hardest trails in the nation. While most folks that go on wheeling trips stay in Camp grounds, or motels. My idea of a wheeling trip is to load the buggy with a Coffee pot, camp stove and a sleeping bag, hit some tough trails and camp in the middle of nowhere. I have been all over western Colorado, Utah, California, and Oregon during all 4 seasons living out of the back of a buggy.

Well that’s a little bit about me. If you have any thought or ideas on the direction of this forum please let me know. I think this is a great idea for a forum and look forward to seeing your trips and projects posted up.

[Todd W]

Todd here :) Hang out in Shop / Tools mostly but also most other forums mainly jeep and gen4x4.

Currently working on my buggy build, hope to have it done in 1 month. It will be for fun/local competitions but main purpose will be an "expedition" type rig for long camp-outs in the snow and Rubicon type trails.

It's not your standard buggy as it will have a shower, heater, ample storage, MANY spare parts, 10g of spare fuel on top of the 13g tank. 6g or 10g of water although most places we go have lakes or rivers to filter. The rig will also have a 100% welded/sealed roof, interior, and removable windshield, and lambo-doors for those winter runs :laughing:

[65SWB45]

Mark A. here. Die-hard old-school LAND cruiser. Drive to the trail, wheel as hard as I need to TO GET TO MY DESTINATION without looking for 'trouble', and drive it home again. Enjoy the challenges of driving and wheeling old school rigs.

As I get older, I get more pleasure out of seeing how much I can substitute all the fancy upgrades of my earlier rigs for driving skills to achieve the same destination results.

I have a 1976 K-5 which I built into an expedition rig.
I have a 1968 FJ40 which which I built into an expedition rig.
I have a 1964 FJ45 pickup which I built into an expedition rig.
I have a 1984 FJ60, which I am currently contemplating building into an expedition rig.

I have a sickness. Thank you for understanding.:)

[OlympicYJ]

I'm Wes and I use my jeep to go snow wheeling and explore new hunting, fishing, and camping areas. Plans in the near future are 33s a Rubicon Express 4 inch SUA, rock sliders, ford 8.8 rear with hopefully an OX locker. Sometime in the distant future It will be treated to a 350SBC.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/OlympicYJ/2007moving060.jpg

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/OlympicYJ/summerpics074.jpg

[cruiseroutfit]

My name is Kurt Williams, I'm married to my sweetheart Candace. We live in Sandy, Utah where I run an internet based Toyota Land Cruiser specialty shop (CruiserOutfitters.com) and Candace is a sales rep for a home decor company, her region being the state of Utah. We have a dog, Jada (german shepherd), no kids as of yet. We share alot of hobbies, scuba diving, camping, she likes to shop, I like to work on my rigs. I've got a 72' Toyota FJ40 and an 04' Toyota Tacoma... my wife also has a 66' FJ45 pickup truck we are building into her "yard work truck". I just picked up a rust-free 87' FJ60, I'm deciding if it is the rig for me to keep. I've got a 4BT Cummins Turbo-diesel that I trying to find a home for, this 60 is clean but I'm not 100% sure its the rig I want to keep? Other than that I like to read, research history (specifically Utah based), shoot guns and hike.

I'm a little different in regards to my travel wants and needs... while I've had some amazing times on trails outside of Utah, I really have no desire to seek out more, with the exception of the San Jaun Mtns in CO where I plan to return again this fall. I love seeing more and more of Utah, with each trip I find 10 more places I want to visit. The last couple of years have been "epic" years in regards to my wheeling, I've averaged ~50 days on the trail for each, with at least one 3-5 day trip each month. I've documented most of my trips here: http://www.cruiseroutfitters.com/gallery.html though many of the shorter or single day trips don't get posted.

I'm working on a couple of "side" projects based on Utah, one being a "one-stop" planning website, dedicated 100% to overland type trips in the state of Utah, with trail databases, maps, trip reports, etc. Its growing slowly as some of the charter members help add content. In addition I'm working on a book of the American Fork Canyon area (specifically the turn of the century mining operations and trails that resulted), I spend alot of Saturdays at the state historical society archives, digging through maps, letters, postcards, etc... all in seach of content for my book. A good freind has stepped in to help me bring it to fruition, we are hoping to have a very crude 1st draft complete by June 1st of this year. After that project, another good freind and I are planning to work on a San Rafael Swell trail guide. We've collectivley bagged 30+ trips into the area, the idea would be put together a book to help folks plan their own trip. Not sure how it will come together as of yet.

[Filthy McChevy]

Hey all! I can't resist a chance to be a pic W on pg 1! This kinda shows what I like.
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t75/bbigtn/fyou.jpg
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t75/bbigtn/11.jpg
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t75/bbigtn/Utah521017600x450.jpg
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http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t75/bbigtn/Summer04083600x450.jpg

[MajorPayne]

Very cool guys....

Well my name is Jordan. By trade im a race car builder/fabricator. I have always been into outdoors activities (fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, etc) since I was a kid, and when I turned 16 and my first vehicle was a bronco, I got into 4wheeling. Then back in high school I bought my first scout. I finally bought my own house about a year and a half ago (which just so happened to have a shop behind it...perks of being single when you buy your house :P ) So now I figure Ill put my knowledge of fabrication to use with my love of the outdoors and my love of scouts and build an expedition rig.

Its just in its infancy right now...but I think it has a good solid foundation for being an expedition rig...Its a traveler which has a longer wheelbase and will have better road manners, it has a diesel engine that gets pretty good MPG and is reliable, it has a 33 gallon fuel tank, and lots of storage room, solid components and room for upgrades. So I cant wait to get it to the point where I can bring it on a cross country trip, but Im looking forward to it....Im sure you guys saw my thread but in case you didnt here it is:

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=675540

[miniyota]

ross hildebrandt

started my own business mostly because i love fabricating stuff. i really don't have any extreme trails around here so i wanted to buy something comfortable, V8, leather, roomy, and something i could run on challenging stuff. enter my jeep commander. i noticed no one was making parts for the commander. so i decided to start building bumpers for the commander and other protection. so far its going well.

here is what i started with

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k216/miniyota/DSCF0007-1.jpg

here it is now. i've put 20K on it since october. we drive it everywhere and love it.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k216/miniyota/morrison%20jeep%20trail%20aug%202008/001002.jpg

and a good old poser shot.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k216/miniyota/morrison%20jeep%20trail%20aug%202008/001021.jpg

[jforse]

My name is Jason. Im from northern Minnesota. Im currently building a cross country/expedition/camping vehicle. Its been a slow process.
here is a pic.
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t290/jforse/jeepwitwheels.jpg

[MilspecXJ]

Hi Guys, John B here. Originally built this XJ years ago and ran the rocks with it, havent had the urge to do so since i realized i'm more into traveling the backcountry and seeing the sights out west.

Heres a few pics of the XJ as it's being transformed into an Expedition type rig, still lots more to do.... but i'm making progress.

Cool to see this forum addition at Pirate.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d24/ExpeditionXJ/OverlandonXJ007.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d24/ExpeditionXJ/14guards003.jpg

[sammyg]

Howdy, my name would be Sammy
I have a 47 CJ2A, I plan to make it capable of expedition, and need to get an M416 for it which I plan to have the roof top tent and all on top of.

[RustyNailJustin]

Hoping some of the Australians and South Americans would chime in. There are some pretty amazing rigs down in those parts!

[MossMan]

Sweet new addition. Now I have a reason to come out of chit chat and the outdoor forums. :laughing: I started wheelin a long time ago and took the natural progression into rock crawling but since I sold my YJ on one tons and bought the JK I find myself more inticed by the long distance expedition type wheeling. Not that I've done any huge big trips yet but that's what I want now. I'm building the JK to be capable for that and I'm thinking about a bike too. Been looking at dual sports and specifically the V-stroms.

I've been spending most of my time over at expedition portal and advriders lately so it's cool to see this new section here.

Here's the Jeep as it sits now.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a369/MossMan4x4/Jeeps/050.jpg

The only real expo type mods are the 2m radio, navigation, and of course the extra two doors I added for more cargo space. :flipoff2:

[RustyNailJustin]

Moss Man,
JK’s seem like they would be a great trekking vehicle. Very capable, lots of room, but small enough to be maneuverable, and being so new reliable. As far as newer long range vehicles those have to be one of the best.

[broncdawg]

Expedition Rigs, cool new thread idea. Picked up an 83 E 350 quadravan conversion with a 460, C6, front Dana 60 and a 208 tc. Going to set it up to pit/ chase desert racers in Baja and explore the rest once the race is over.
Needs lotta work, but would like to have it ready for the B1000 in Nov.
Will put up some pics when I get some.

[MatLax]

My name's Mathieu, I live in Quebec, Canada (so yeah, I'm french), here's my rig:
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z82/MatLax/Bouette/Photo021.jpg

1996 Lada Niva, on the picture it's stock and stuck (my tires were pretty much slick at the time :D)

It's small but I don't need much space to feel comfy, I'm used to backpacking with minimum gear... Right now I have many plans, this summer I'll probably change the rear drums for disks, lift it by two inches, change the tires for 32'' or 33'' (and change the gears in the differentials at the same time, going from 3.9 to 4.3 or 4.1 depending on what I can get my hands on) and I'll probably add a basic rollcage (Jeep style) to which I'll be able to bolt a roofrack if I want to... I'll probably be starting soon, right now I have to worry about school, but on the first of may I'll have my baby back to play with :)

[Todd W]

Sweet new addition. Now I have a reason to come out of chit chat and the outdoor forums. :laughing: I started wheelin a long time ago and took the natural progression into rock crawling but since I sold my YJ on one tons and bought the JK I find myself more inticed by the long distance expedition type wheeling. Not that I've done any huge big trips yet but that's what I want now. I'm building the JK to be capable for that and I'm thinking about a bike too. Been looking at dual sports and specifically the V-stroms.

I've been spending most of my time over at expedition portal and advriders lately so it's cool to see this new section here.

Here's the Jeep as it sits now.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a369/MossMan4x4/Jeeps/050.jpg

The only real expo type mods are the 2m radio, navigation, and of course the extra two doors I added for more cargo space. :flipoff2:

Wow, that looks great. I love the color setup on that thing.

[MossMan]

thanks :D

[BlueGerbil]

Jan here, checking in from Germany.

We do some crosscountry travelling through europe, so I´m building a vehicle for travelling, offroad-use and highway use.

That´s how it looks now:

http://www.liska.de/bilder/tentrax_13.jpg

[Colorado Ron]

Ron here from Colorado! Been in the Vehicle Dependant travel for some time now. Been building a suburban for my travels since I have a wife and 6 kids.:eek:

Anyway, you can check out my site in my sig, dedicated to Expedition Travel. Im a little behind on some updates to the suburban, but its coming along nicely. Heres the latest from Baja:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3130/2373192552_3f96d96dd1.jpg

[bigsub]

Josh here. Its awesome pbb finally got this forum. Its a different way of thinking then crawling and baja. I think everyone would be surprised if we really new how easily and quickly the US could turn sour. If and when it does, theres no doubt what mentality will prevail. Until then, this kind of stuff isn't like putting bananas in your disaster kit. Its like buying a 50cal that you now get to take out everyonce in a while(unless your in cali) for unimaginable adventure. Just moved to the front range in Colorado and it'd be great to meet some like-minded people.

[crawler#976]

Wow! Nice to see the new forum!

Haven't even logged on in a while - sold the trail beater and have gone back to my roots as a exploratory/historical site wheeler. Still like the rough stuff, but I'm done with the crawlin'.

Current rig is a '98 TRD Taco, on 32" MT/R's, 2.5" extended D'hoes and Deavers, Camburg upper A-Arms, AZRain skid, Stubbs Sliders, I built a rear bumper from 2" x 6" x 0.25 wall square stock, TJM front w/ a Warm M8000. For nav I'm using a Lowrance 3500 C (precursor to the Baja series), and have a Yaesu FT-7800 mounted for comms. Give me a shout - the call is KE7IXX, and I monitor IRLP node #3182, W7JLC.

Mark

[jeffy]

I've always been intrigued by some of the vehicles you see in Europe. I used to really like the Camel Trophy trucks. A built up Defender D110 with some skinny tall tires and the roof rack full of gear was always a cool sight, to me. Same goes for a TLC or Mitsubishi. You don't really see this in the US though.

It's very different mentality then what you normally see here (ie., rockcrawling). I'm still a bit torn between continuing my focus towards rocks and camping or do it milder and more well rounded. Maybe go back to 33x10.5R15 or 255.85R16's instead of my 35x12.5R15's and keep it narrower. Keeping my D44 and Detroit though. I wish I could do a old diesel swap from a Toyota or a Mitsubishi but I've got to deal with Emissions. I'd still gear it ultra low though. Choices, choices... :shaking:

Currently have a 2M but I know I should get a HF rig.

Ron nice burb.

Jeff from CA.

[RustyNailJustin]

Wow! Nice to see the new forum!

Haven't even logged on in a while - sold the trail beater and have gone back to my roots as a exploratory/historical site wheeler. Still like the rough stuff, but I'm done with the crawlin'.

Current rig is a '98 TRD Taco, on 32" MT/R's, 2.5" extended D'hoes and Deavers, Camburg upper A-Arms, AZRain skid, Stubbs Sliders, I built a rear bumper from 2" x 6" x 0.25 wall square stock, TJM front w/ a Warm M8000. For nav I'm using a Lowrance 3500 C (precursor to the Baja series), and have a Yaesu FT-7800 mounted for comms. Give me a shout - the call is KE7IXX, and I monitor IRLP node #3182, W7JLC.

Mark



There are some great places to explore in your home area. Sourounding Prescott, Jerome, ect is pretty historical and fun to check out.

[AlSwope]

Hey all, glad you guys got this going... I'm anxious to see what kind of camping/vehicle tech you come up with:) I've never done an expedition, but I do ~20 overnighters and longweeks a year. I have a 90YJ. See you on the trails.
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/442000-442999/442290_255.jpg

[crawler#976]

There are some great places to explore in your home area. Sourounding Prescott, Jerome, ect is pretty historical and fun to check out.

No doubt about that! I've been exploring the area since 1976, and still find new things to see and do. My current focus has been on the 35th Parallel expeditions done in the 1800's by Lt. Sitgreaves (1851), Lt. Whipple (1854), and the Beale Road (1857). http://www.southwestexplorations.com/ has some great info on those routes.

[Kyron]

Just wanted to check in ........


I have a rockcrawler, but most of my exploring is done on my XR650L ... does that count? :D

[flyingwil]

XR650L sure does count in my book!!!

My name's Wil and I am the owner of Sierra Expedions (http://www.sierraexpeditions.com), and I do most of my exploring in the South West region. I live in AZ.

Here's my rig:
http://lh5.ggpht.com/flyingwil/SAzUJkm2tvI/AAAAAAAACao/4oehhfvskog/s800/16.JPG

My wife also helps run Sierra Expedions (http://www.sierraexpeditions.com) and we just recently sold her Xterra for a KJ.

Here's her old X:
http://lh3.ggpht.com/flyingwil/R_m6h4xeI2I/AAAAAAAACSQ/K1s90pZh2DM/s800/DSC00290.JPG

Here's her new rig:
http://lh3.ggpht.com/flyingwil/SAZDMLPoPoI/AAAAAAAACYE/QEvyvdr0PAk/s800/JEEP%203.jpg

[RustyNailJustin]

Just wanted to check in ........


I have a rockcrawler, but most of my exploring is done on my XR650L ... does that count? :D

Hell yes it does! You can get some ground coverd on a bike in short order.
Great way to get a lot of exploring done with minimal junk you take with.

[RustyNailJustin]

Wil,
The Taco and KJ are awesome. It the last photo on the ferry from Bullfrog to Halls Crossing, Lake Powell? Kinda random guess... Looks like that boat to me

[flyingwil]

Wil,
The Taco and KJ are awesome. It the last photo on the ferry from Bullfrog to Halls Crossing, Lake Powell? Kinda random guess... Looks like that boat to me

Thanks... Yup you nailed the spot!

[Corey]

Hello, my name is Corey, and I am the admin over at YotaTech.
I have owned several Toyota rigs, and my latest one is an '07 FJ Cruiser I bought back in July of '06 to replace a very tired '91 4Runner that I had for years.

I am fixing up my FJ primarily as an expedition-exploration vehicle, and it is also my daily driver to get me back and forth to work.
I do 4wheel it, but I am getting back into camping again, as I use to be very heavily into that when my two sons were much younger.

So I am building up the FJ to be able to camp and explore with.
Here are a few pictures of it.

http://www.pnw4runners.com/fj/rtt/4.jpg

http://www.pnw4runners.com/fj/rtt/13.jpg

http://www.pnw4runners.com/fj/rtt/9.jpg

http://www.pnw4runners.com/yotatech/6year/corey2.jpg

http://www.pnw4runners.com/yotatech/6year/corey4.jpg

http://www.pnw4runners.com/yotatech/6year/corey5a.jpg

A complete build-up of my rig is on YotaTech, IH8MUD, and fjcruiserforums.com
Also the build-up is listed on my personal website (http://www.pnw4runners.com/fjc/).

[Dare44]

My name is Derrick, i am starting to venture to this site, i am running a 1997 4runner, i take it camping, it is my weekend warrior, and it takes me anywhere my open difs let it :D. I try not to push it to hard cuz i have to drive it to school the next day :shaking:. but it is a great truck and i love it :grinpimp:

http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x314/CaliCrawler/liftgreenhorn.jpg

[Jeffh555]

My rig is part rock crawler, part prerunner, and now i'm trying for part expidition rig.

1995 S10
D44, F9", coilover/3 link front, leaf spring rear, 37" MT/Rs or Krawlers depending on the terrain, TBI 350, 700R4, Lowmax D300, bobbed 13", internal cab cage, Lowrance Baja 540c.

It may not be one of those big RV type Expedition rigs, but it's comfortable for a week in Baja, and I can sleep in a tent, or at a hotel :grinpimp:

In March I just did my second trip to Baja, 5 rigs went from Ensenada to Mike's Ranch to San Felipe, and back. I want to continue to go deeper into Baja every time I go, as my rig and my buddies become more and more dependable, and I continue to figure out this whole long range trip thing.

Mine's on the left:
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc238/EricAnderson03/Baja%202008/IMG_1435CC.jpg

[norcalsvx]

my camping rig just stopping by to say hi

camping mode

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w98/norcalsvx/P5040073.jpg

wheeling mode

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w98/norcalsvx/pipstoy2008.jpg

[98lux]

G'Day from OZ
This is my HZJ105 Toyota landcruiser when i first got it and am slowly changing it to suit my needs.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/hzj105002.jpg
then got this done
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/100_1583.jpg
Geting there slowly
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r91/2dextremefab/100series%20conversion/100_1607.jpg
I wanted a style side tray of a new hilux (not sure what you call them over there
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r91/2dextremefab/100series%20conversion/100_1604.jpg
Made it fit
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r91/2dextremefab/100series%20conversion/pic4.jpg
Bit of paint
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r91/2dextremefab/100series%20conversion/100_1682.jpg
Custom cover
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/100001.jpg
Some wheels
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/100003.jpg
Snorkel going on
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/100series2001.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/100series2003.jpg

[98lux]

Sliders/side steps are on
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/check390.jpg
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/hzj105013.jpg
And windows tinted
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/davilynp/check380.jpg
And this is how it sits for now

[Docfranco]

This is my (new to me) Unimog 416 Doka
it is still in the box..will be getting it thursday
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r196/Docfranco/shippingmog.jpg
It will be my DD and expo/crawler, it will be converted to run on SVO..
the gas and diesel prices are killing me....
will update pics when i unpack it....

[PAToyota]

Did that actually fit in the box? It is really looking like it is too tall...

[Docfranco]

Did that actually fit in the box? It is really looking like it is too tall...

The guy with the lug wrench is taking off the front wheels to squeeze it in...
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r196/Docfranco/shippingmog2.jpg

[MilspecXJ]

Hi Guys, John B here. Originally built this XJ years ago and ran the rocks with it, havent had the urge to do so since i realized i'm more into traveling the backcountry and seeing the sights out west.

Heres a few pics of the XJ as it's being transformed into an Expedition type rig, still lots more to do.... but i'm making progress.

Cool to see this forum addition at Pirate.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d24/ExpeditionXJ/OverlandonXJ007.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d24/ExpeditionXJ/14guards003.jpg



Laid down some fresh paint and continuing to put it back together. I start working on a trailer next.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d24/ExpeditionXJ/wwinchinstalled002.jpg

[RustyNailJustin]

docfranco, that thing is bitchin. When is it supose to be here?

[RustyNailJustin]

lookin pretty sharp milspec!

[mrbishi]

G'day all - Jon here from Perth, Western Australia.

I own a 99 Mitsubishi Challenger (Montero Sport in the US). Have got it kitted out for expedition work and have explored pretty much the entire of Western Australia from the Kimberly, to the interior and far south. My Challenger is a one of a kind in Australia (most modified) and has been featured in a few mags over here.

I absolutely love camping and exploring and if its just me and the boys I pack the swag, but if the missus is coming along then in goes the canvas tent. Though now she is sold on the idea of a double swag so its all good! :D

Gotta organise a custom tube front bar, rear swing out carrier and a rear locker. Cheers!

http://images.jonhammond.net/4wdcustomaction/challenger-14.jpg

http://images.jonhammond.net/4wdcustomaction/challenger-8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3014/2546962271_bf6f6792e5_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3144/2546966437_9f33410fd4_o.jpg

[mrbishi]

a couple more

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3116/2547793964_a56e03078d_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2148/2546970173_1bde5c800c_o.jpg

[MilspecXJ]

Awesome rig mrbishi!

Who's awning are you utilizing? I'd love to see more pics of it's construction as i'm planning on building my own.

[RustyNailJustin]

Cool ride mrbishi, Ever do the Canning Stock Route? That is one of my 100 things to do before I die goals.

[mrbishi]

Awesome rig mrbishi!

Who's awning are you utilizing? I'd love to see more pics of it's construction as i'm planning on building my own.

Hey mate - it was custom made by a local canvas shop here who specialise in making canvas stuff for caravans, trailers and 4wds. Still got a few small modifications to get done to it to make it perfect but overall I'm happy with it. I've found its a lot heavier duty than the ARB/Opensky awnings you can get (and that I originally owned before selling to a friend). You can't see in the pictures but there are heavy duty zips that run along the outer edges so I can attach extra canvas to make a HUGE awning or have a semi-enclosed room.

[mrbishi]

Cool ride mrbishi, Ever do the Canning Stock Route? That is one of my 100 things to do before I die goals.

Haven't done it yet but it is on my list. I've pretty much driven the entire of Western Australia from the far north Kimberly, to the cool southern forrests and the inland outback areas :D

[RustyNailJustin]

Haven't done it yet but it is on my list. I've pretty much driven the entire of Western Australia from the far north Kimberly, to the cool southern forrests and the inland outback areas :D



I was in country last year but in NSW, and Queensland. I have always wanted to do the CSR. When I come to WA maybe you could show me around a bit? That would be awesome! I bought a Land Cruiser while I was there and still store it in New Castle. I would just fly to Sydney, pick it up and driver the great ocean road to WA! Man I cant wait to get back to your country:grinpimp:

[big_perm]

i just signed up yesterday, and i must say there are some sweet rigs on this site. giving me lots of ideas.

I hope to purchase, and outfit a vehicle to be my dd, shuttle truck, light duty wheeling, and stealth camp in it during the winter months at ski resort parking lots:D and summer surfing journeys

Some vehicles ive been looking at are the 04 or 08 Xterra, Fj cruiser, taco, frontier, maybe a jeep, and for some reason a 90's mitsu delica 4x4 desiel van, or just biting the bullet and going after one of those desiel 4x4 sportsmobiles.

[snydercj7]

Hello all,

Josh here from Nirvana.. Well, I have visited pirate a few times & thought I would finally sign up & post some stuff here from time to time.
So I have been a Jeeper @ heart since I was a little she-yot.. Here is one for a few chuckles with dad's old overland.
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r31/snydercj7/life/joshoverland.jpg
Hey! I use to have hair..

Now I dont! But I will pick my nose & rub it on you! LOL!!
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r31/snydercj7/life/08-31-2005111515AM_edited.jpg

Well, many Jeeps & years later... I am not as cool as most, but I have built a CJ-5, CJ-7, & this TJ.. Done my best to put it together for my needs & wants. So far the last 4.5yrs it has not let me down & the upgrades have allowed me to get through the trail.
Here it is in semi-stocker life.
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r31/snydercj7/Big%20Bear/IMG_0050.jpg

A little more capable.
http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r31/snydercj7/Big%20Bear/goldmtntrail06_2.jpg

[krustyroo]

Krustyroo here.
Been lurking in the Toy/4runner areas for a spell. I won't attach my pos here cause its still dod in the garage. Once it is resurrected it'll be a capable DD with decent offroad capabilities. Mostly Toy stuff. Nothing too racy though.
Thanks for starting this thread.

out
Semper Fi

[stijn_85]

hello,

i'm stijn from belgium.
the car i drive is e Daihatsu Rocky 2.8 tdi
http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/2551D6905D9A11DD95285A5F510BB804.jpg

http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/0E1F7A1060F911DDB86F45CD510BB804.jpg

http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/0E7932D060F911DDB2069F5A510BB804.jpg

But thats not all,
me and my brother are the extreme offroad team Mudvayne.
we build our own cars for challenges and trophy's.

last trophy was the Transilvania Adventure Trophy.

the car now is a Daihatsu Taft (scat or wildcat)
whit a 2,8 turbo engine.
our site is WWW.Team-Mudvayne.tk

http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/143576B0617C11DDB5AF17E7510BB804.jpg
http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/B0411880528F11DD86CC69F3510BB804.jpg
http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool12/46/C8/BB/F0/A1/35/11/DA/8B/65/E1/C4/51/0B/F6/E9/oma/10/137255704C8E11DD829FEAE2510BB0F0.jpg

[Nosaj]

Hello all just checkin in here.

I have no money like everyone else it seems just have a stock 95 4runner as the family expedition rig. We use it for grocery gettin and camping and rock climbing. Seriously looking into an 88 suburban right now as the new means of accomodation for us as our family gets larger.

I used to have a very capable rig for expo'n but it went the way of the dodo when I got married and have 2 kids but since if one of us go all of us go we need more room for us and a huge dog.

[AndrewMuadDib]

I'm building up my rig right after christmas (TJ) - 4.5L stroked I-6 with Avenger SC (tuning it myself), NV4500, STAK mini 3 sp, PSC steering, huge single core aluminum radiator, full cage (will pull it out in 6 months and build one down to the frame), full width hi 9's, longfields, 37" KM2's with Staun internal bedalocks and rock rings to keep from shearing off valve stems, will be running RK 5.5 LA, and in 6 months time will switch to coilovers and extend the wheelbase about 5 inches. OBA, welder, mastercraft rubicon seats, HMMWV taillights, CJ tailgate, and oddly enough a great sound system courtesy of half assed theives who destroyed the old cheap setup and allowed insurance to step it up.

In short, she's ugly, but entirely capable. I'll post pics when I get her built. I'm in Iraq right now - been there for 3.5 years - haven't decided where I'll work next.

[Justice R]

Hi

Justice from So Cal. I've been wheeling Montero's in one form or another since 93 here's a couple shots. My 95 is set up for long range. Working on a little more agressive build on my 89 Short Wheelbase model thats a work in progress.

http://homepage.mac.com/zone1wst/.Pictures/wheelin/spike%20ledgeweb.jpg

The 89 Shorty..still getting bugs worked out going to need a serioous roof rack to take this little guy long range..

http://homepage.mac.com/zone1wst/.Pictures/wheelin/first%20trip.jpg

[johncj]

hey guys. i'm 17 turning 18, and i'm planing on buying my next project here in a couple months and will be posting up build threads as well. this will also be my daily driver as well. but i'm going to a dealership and getting a used suv/truck. and was curoius what in ur guys opinion are are good all around 4x4?i'm leaning towards a tacoma, so i can use it for work as well.

some questions

1.) should i go with IFS or a solid axel?
2.)are 33's good enough or are 35 the perfect blend for multiple terrian?
3.)with regearing or mods, what engines are best to work with, 4 cyclenders, striahgt 6 or v6 or v8 ir diesels?

just trying to get a good fondation to work with. i wont be beating this to hell like a rockcrawler or mudd booger, of course things will/could break. but just want a general opinions of favoriet rigs and setups. thanks!!! i'm a mechanic so for trade of services i guess if u got any questions for diognestis or troubel shooting or anyhting let me know!

[Aggie06]

Hi,

I am Greg from College Station, TX. I have a 2005 QC SB CTD that I want to turn into a expedition vehicle. Just reading up on what mods to do.

[johnwiseman]

Hello all,

I love all types of wheelin, My is havealways been simple and fairly specialized.iam now embarking on a build for a great all around 4x4. I will be posting a build thread with buku pics along the way. (Anything I build and you want just let me know... I could stand to get a few bucks back from this build)

[b1gsleep]

Hi,
I'm a new member here and am interested in making my Explorer a little more capable. Thanks for the great forums!