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Common Wear Items on a 4WD and How to Diagnose Them

photo by ImagineGolf via iStock Worn out parts can lead to an expensive bill or your trip ending early. Such issues are inevitable; however, if you know what to check you can minimize the frequency of necessary repairs.  In this article, we are going over the parts that tend to wear...

Setting Up a Bulletproof Solar Power System on Your Overlanding Rig

Photo by Voyagerix via iStock When you head out on overlanding adventures that last days, weeks, months, or even years, you need to have reliable power. Since you won't always have access to shore power at a campground, this means having a bulletproof solar power system on your overlanding rig. So...

3 Skills You Need for Overlanding

Photo by Nick Clark via iStock Whether your trip is a weekend, a week, a month, or longer, there are certain skills you need for overlanding. Obviously, you need to be competent behind the wheel and have some measure of navigational skills (including the ability to read a map and use...

How to Kill Your Driveline

 photo by JackF via iStock No one likes breaking stuff on their beloved rig. It usually turns into a very expensive repair and may even leave you stranded in the middle of nowhere.  Parts don’t just break though. As soon as we become aware of the circumstances in which failures start...

Used 4WD Buyer’s Guide

Photo by yes via iStock Off-roading and overlanding can really rack up the expenses. But that doesn't mean that there aren't ways to trim costs and still enjoy yourself... One of the most significant cost-saving measures you can undertake is buying a used 4WD vehicle. Whether it's a Jeep or Land...

These Icebox and Fridge Tips Will Improve Their Efficiency

photo by stockstudioX via iStock You may think that using a fridge or an icebox is straightforward, and you’d be right. However, with some tips and tricks, you can store stuff more efficiently while also helping your fridge or icebox last longer.  In today’s article we are going to cover those...

How to Optimize Fuel Economy When Off-Road

photo by AscentXmedia via iStock Fuel can many times be an issue when overlanding. The adequate amount should be carried to ensure the distance we need to cover off-road is doable. One of the best ways to spend more time off-road and less time in fuel stations is learning how...

Nitto Trail Grappler Mud Terrain Tires Review [ After 8 Months Usage]

One of the first modifications I made to my Jeep Gladiator was to upgrade the wheels and tires. I wanted a tire that would give me the ultimate in off-road performance, but also something that wouldn't rattle me to death or make a ton of road noise as I drive...

How to Safely Recover a 4WD

photo by DannerB via iStock 4WD recoveries should be taken seriously. The forces involved can exceed several tons and the last thing you want is a tow hitch going right through your window. To avoid that, you could follow some 4WD training, but sadly, it doesn’t exist. Your best friend here...

How to Clean a Muddy 4×4

Photo by Lorado via iStock You've spent the weekend off-roading with your buddies and having a great time. But now as you head home on a Sunday afternoon, a big task awaits you - you need to clean a muddy 4x4! Personally, I really enjoy cleaning my truck after a good...

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