This is why I am getting into Overlanding actually. I have a "Reluctant Spouse". She is very much into the thought of traveling and camping. Hates it when I make purchases to increase the resiliency of our family... AKA prepping/being a responsible human being. Overlanding is a great opportunity to introduce the whole family to a massive amount of life skills that can be applied in the real world when an emergency happens. All without any resistance from the spouse.
I wont use such harsh language as others... but as an evolutionary Darwinist type person... I have to agree with them over all... your spouse may not have the mental metal to survive a life threatening situation, and you may wish to cease mating and producing offspring with this person. \_o_/
@danny pounds Actually, now that COVID has arrived, my wife is now searching hard for a property with some acreage finally! For now I have been loading up on supplies with no complaints from her finally. lol Been planting fruit trees and expanding/planting the garden like my family's life depends on it.
I've watched your channel for a while now, along with several others in similar genre. From day one your suggestions and gear are by the best ones I've seen and/or purchased. When I purchase things that you've suggested on your station I am always blown away and more than happy. Thank You for doing your videos and sharing all the information and equipment you have.
Great job. There’s some good information on this video. Especially for guys like me who are still in the “dream” phase of over landing. The way I understand it, is tell whoever asks whatever they want to hear, and build yourself a badass truck! Great!👍🏻
In a serious SHTF situation(ie: ☢) it may be worthwhile to harden the taco against an EMP attack. I've heard mixed reviews as to how modern vehicles would be affected. At the very least, the most vulnerable parts of the truck would be the ECM/PCM and the sparkplug coil packs so carrying spare parts (visit a junkyard) in an EMP proof bag oughta keep ya moving. Either way, my taco never leaves home without a toolbox stocked with socket wrenches etc.
Well done. I have a solar oven, and wind power when I need it, that works great. thank you for all the great info. I watch all your videos. Your on it all the time. cheers. Keep it up.
A most excellent video. I have had a few serious SHTF events in my life and we bugged out through most of them. It just makes sense that if you are somewhere getting flooded out or that has just had an earthquake or potential forest fire why hang around when you can just leave and come back when things are working again. Your advice about calling it overland verse Bugging Out is well advised. The only thing that I would add to this discussion is flash lights in particular Head Lamps are a huge help, A vehicle mounted first aid kit that you know how to use. That means knowing how to use the tourniquets , snake bit kit , quick clot, CPR mask if you have it. Tires are important and the weak part of the Bug out vehicle. Besides spare tires there could be a need to patch and that is a good kit to have and skill needed. Finally the buddy system is important. Two is one and one is none so if you can bug out with a buddy(Battle Buddy) you greatly increase your chances for a positive outcome. That is not just someone in the cab with you but a second vehicle. Thank you for the video I really enjoyed it and found it very provocative. :)
You inspired me to take my family out camping this past weekend in Payson, Arizona. We had a great time (used your camping check list) Thanks man. Love your content.
So far the only person ive seen in my TONS of watching videos as a lurker, that accepted that varying needs of family's with "Special needs" from mentally challenged people, to infants etc. People need to think of that!
Like the direction you are going in. Just started building a 4runner for overlanding\bugout and use the same excuse ! Would like to see more solar ,rack systems,storage so on . But would like to see more demonstration some of us learn better seeing ,doing then hearing . Thanks for the efforts and love channel.
Nice informative vid! The solar awning sounds like a cool idea. I'm going to have to explore that idea. Maybe you could do a vid on your setup of the awning. Seems super practical for camping.
At the 8:26 minute mark, you can Sasquatch strolling in the background. Legend has it, he's secretly into the Overlanding lifestyle and likes to peek at other people's rigs for ideas. Lol
Hey Mike! Great info as usual. I learned a lesson re: solar generators. Bought a Enerplex 1200 couple yrs ago. Lithium, 12V charging, good performance. No longer working properly, out of warranty, co. got sold, no longer supported. $1300 down the drain. Fml. Just got Goal Zero. Would love inergy kodiak but way too $$$. Good comms info. I went ham and gmrs.
I have one of the Battery Tenders for my 2002 Chevy Silverado LT 4x4 Quad Cab Dually Long Bed pick-up truck that used to be my daily driver, but now is used only occasionally to haul home improvement / maintenance project materials and my 5th Wheel Travel Trailer. I used to have to call AAA out to jump start it once or twice a year. The guy who drives the jump-start / battery installation truck for AAA, suggested I get it. Works great, and the truck starts every time now. I just plug it into the trucks cigarette lighter and put the 14"X14" solar panel on the dash. Easy peasy lemon squeeze.
Got a new subscriber here! Loving the videos and I have so many to catch up on! Been looking into what truck I want to get and man, yours looks amazing!! Keep up the good work!
I had not seen the PowerFilm, that is a sweet solar panel. I would love to see a video of how you set it up as an awning, and maybe what devices that inverter will actually run.
Pretty quick - it was stock most of its life. I had been saving for, and planning out all the things months in advance though. Worked with some companies to plan this and that and got some discounts here and there. But all said and done, I think the truck was pretty much stock still about 5 months ago. So everything you see done to it now was pretty much in the past 5 months.
@@LastLineOfDefense I've been doing my best to have some self control and do it bit by bit and not bury my face in loads of debt haha it's been hard not to just go crazy and buy it all at once.
Haha definitely don't rack up debt doing it. I think spreading it out also spreads out the joy and the fun. Little mods here and there are my favorite. I think you appreciate the whole rig a little less if you do it all in one go.
I like that Jackery setup but with the “generator” + panel you’re pushing $1,000! I always like the longer videos. Maybe a vid on balancing between a daily driver and a camping truck? I’m planning on a Tacoma but I’ll have to commute with it so I won’t want to go over the top. Functional but also halfway decent on the mpgs.
Yeah... There are certainly cheaper ways to go about it for sure. You're paying for the better quality, ease of use, level of finish/detail, warranty, and the 'just works' aspect of it all.
Paused video. Went to “videos,” sort by oldest. Opened CCW training from 4 years ago. What weights you been lifting Mike? “All of them.” Oh ok. That makes sense. Lol
I think honestly if you where to need to bugout your feet is what your going to be left with, unless your building a bugout bulldozer or something. Any urban area would be a traffic jam. If your already live in a rural area then cool, you’ll get use out of a vehicle like this. But I love the Tacoma is awesome! Building something like that... any excuse works!! That’s just awesome!
ham is great, and not too hard to get your license. Technically speaking you need to have a license for GMRS (the "twelve mile radio" you mention in the video). That barrier is much lower than ham but you still can't legally transmit without a license. 73's! - W9MZD
Note that there are refrigerators that run on butane/propane gas, they don't really use that much gas either. There are models which can run on both gas, 12V or 115/230V, common in RV's and campers. Quite costly though. The budget version is of course a cooler which can run on 12V, you can keep it running while the car is running and shut it down when you stop and it'll still keep cool for hours (unless you're constantly opening it). Can get one of those for less than $100.
For backup power, I keep a DeWalt 1800 Power station (DCB1800B) in my Tundra. It uses my power tool battery packs for power storage. This also allows me to have the capability of using power tools when off the trail as well as power other larger appliances. Check it out.
Mike, just discovered your channel. Would love more ham vids. Live on Kauai and have been fixing up my tj for overlanding...glad to know that’s what I’ve been doing...thought the RRT put it in the glamping category! Thanks
Yeah dude, I don't know if it was the youtube algorithm but I got into overlanding a little after I found your channel and before you got big into it. I am a skills and function based prepper and gun guy so I believe in learning the skills and whatever stuff you buy should for the most part have a function in your daily life where ever possible. Plus you hit the nail on the head in the beginning, if you tell people you're into overlanding they think that's interesting. If you tell people you're a prepper they basically shun you unless they're also a prepper.....
I WORK AT TOYOTA,, WE JUST GOT THE NEW VOODOO 4RUNNER TRD IN.. .THOUGHTS.. .ITS PRETTY GNARLY. i THINK iM GOIN WITH A TACOMA IN THE QUICKSAND OR CAL BLUE... TORN BETWEEN THE TWO. GREAT UPLOAD. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK
A year or so late to the party, so not sure if you'll see this, but- I'm live about 80/20 in Denver/Hartsel and just bought my first truck, a 2014 Ford Raptor. My previous vehicles were all Subarus, ending with manual Forester XT. I don't know much about trucks, but I'm starting to learn. I want to build the Raptor into a daily/overland/bug out do-it-all hybrid. Do you have any recommendations for what I should start with on the build, especially being in the mountains? Thanks!
Your truck has a 400w power outlet built in, you didn't say anything about that..Most tacoma's come stock with it that other trucks dont.. Im sure you know that you just forgot to mention it, You will have to have your truck running for the 400w.. and 100w with truck not running
I just bought the 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in Voodoo Blue! I think I just crapped myself! It looks kick ass! I gust swapped out the interior lights for blue LED’s! I got a great deal on them too! This Chanel is awesome keep it up I enjoy the videos!
Sure thing, just updated the video description. Yaesu Ham Radio - amzn.to/2DUbVN0 Stubby Antenna - amzn.to/2OEdK4Q Better Antenna - amzn.to/2pyqEmR Hood Antenna Mount - amzn.to/2pBHotB
I’m glad you talked about tires being the first upgrade you can have the best vehicle in the world but with no traction your not getting anywhere. Since I work at a tire store I’ll list a few of the most common A/T tires we sell, first and by far the BFG KO2’s are an excellent tire good for off road and fairly quite for hwy driving, next I’d say the Goodyear Duratracs, and Hankook Dynapros, General Grabber, or Firestone Destination A/Ts, and Michelin LTX AT2s are very popular. As mud tires goes there is tons of option like Firestone M/Ts, Mickey Thompson’s, Nitos are good too, since mud tire tread are more “paddle” like they might not be right depending on what kind of terrain you live in. There are niche products too like Bridgestone Revo 2 and 3s that are all terrain but still quite on hwy and tires like the Firestone Transforce A/T2’s that have more plys on for a stiffer more durable tire. By no means are these the best option just the ones I see a lot of. Do a lot of research into which tire best fits your needs and pay attention to different LOAD RANGEs too, the same tire could have a $50 dollar different per tire because of how much weight the tire can handle and take that into account for the amount of gear and people your going to be putting on your ride. And if your going away from OEM tires sizes look into lift kits or leveling kits to give your tires extra room so no rubbing or binding happens, and remember performance over looks all day long! Save the cool factor for your rims! Happy over landing 👍
This for the tailgate - amzn.to/2IHN7GY Then there are some gaps at the front of the bed that you'll either need to caulk/silicone and/or use a combination of the weatherstripping or other stuff jammed into places to fill the gaps. There are some other voids in the rear bottom of the tailgate that you can silicone. Then the storage bins are the other issue, since they have open holes for the latches. I haven't sealed those off, so my tailgate isn't completely sealed. The cover itself should be pretty good to go, but I did add a tiny more weatherstripping near where the hinges are on the diamondback. But no, I haven't made a video on it.
Another practical thing to consider when buy a truck/suv knowing its going to be your bug out vehicle is not a bad idea to consider something common so if you break down there are some of the same vehicles on the road you can take parts off of in the proper situation (not condemning steeling but things will happen in that situation)
I vastly under-use my ham, honestly. I studied to get my license, and then it's always been on my 'list' to learn more to utilize the capabilities more, but no - right now I basically just use them as a two-way radio, with the occasional use of local repeaters. here's all the gear though, including the stubby - www.amazon.com/shop/lastlineofdefense?listId=16EFWSKXHC62U
A few miles simplex? How many watts? Thats a tiny little antenna for a few miles... with a 30inch antenna on a 10 watt radio I can usually only get about 2.5 miles give or take depending on the terrain
Worked for the Wehrmacht. Great in all terrains and altitudes. Brilliant move, really. Pack some oil and a flat-head, maybe a few vacc hoses and you’re set. Those that know, know.
Great video. Would love to see the reviews of the power film charger and the solar generator. Would love some more comms videos. You plan on doing any APRS with your HAM?
Never use the terms related to prepping or bugout... it is none of their damn business. I just tell them I like to camp. The stupidest thing you can do when prepping is to advertise.
@@jeremiahwalker4135 I sold my 4runner that I put at2s on. The other 4runner I bought came with Ko2s. Big difference, every time I took my runner in the sand I got stuck, even airing down to 10psi. The Ko2s cupped almost brand new. I now have a 6in lift on my 4runner and I use pro comp 33x12.5 procomp MT.
@@jeremiahwalker4135 after putting the mts and 6in lift, I lost 2 mpgs over stock. Don’t worry about mileage if you’re just sticking with all terrains. All terrains are basically just street tires.
Alexander Estk my GMC Sierra did not really suffer any fuel economy with a 7” lift and 35” mud tires. Just curious how well the 4Runner will do with rugged terrain or all terrain
Oh man this is gonna be a long bathroom break lol
The ever popular LLOD extended bathroom breaks!
dude I do the same when a video comes out
Haha same
Does this guy say this every time a video is posted? I love it!
Yup me to. At the end another video come up and another.
This is why I am getting into Overlanding actually. I have a "Reluctant Spouse". She is very much into the thought of traveling and camping. Hates it when I make purchases to increase the resiliency of our family... AKA prepping/being a responsible human being.
Overlanding is a great opportunity to introduce the whole family to a massive amount of life skills that can be applied in the real world when an emergency happens. All without any resistance from the spouse.
Get a divorce
@@JonathanWJ lol!
I wont use such harsh language as others... but as an evolutionary Darwinist type person... I have to agree with them over all... your spouse may not have the mental metal to survive a life threatening situation, and you may wish to cease mating and producing offspring with this person. \_o_/
Good Health Fishing x fuck you piece of shit
@danny pounds
Actually, now that COVID has arrived, my wife is now searching hard for a property with some acreage finally! For now I have been loading up on supplies with no complaints from her finally. lol Been planting fruit trees and expanding/planting the garden like my family's life depends on it.
A video on your HAM radio set up would be cool
Bro I have a 2017 toyota where did you get that panel for the ham radio @ thats a most for me..
I've watched your channel for a while now, along with several others in similar genre. From day one your suggestions and gear are by the best ones I've seen and/or purchased. When I purchase things that you've suggested on your station I am always blown away and more than happy. Thank You for doing your videos and sharing all the information and equipment you have.
I'm definitely ready to get my rig ready to do some overbugging
Great job. There’s some good information on this video. Especially for guys like me who are still in the “dream” phase of over landing. The way I understand it, is tell whoever asks whatever they want to hear, and build yourself a badass truck! Great!👍🏻
In a serious SHTF situation(ie: ☢) it may be worthwhile to harden the taco against an EMP attack. I've heard mixed reviews as to how modern vehicles would be affected. At the very least, the most vulnerable parts of the truck would be the ECM/PCM and the sparkplug coil packs so carrying spare parts (visit a junkyard) in an EMP proof bag oughta keep ya moving. Either way, my taco never leaves home without a toolbox stocked with socket wrenches etc.
I love that ham radio install. So clean! Looks stock!
you got a nice channel going so far, it's good to see people with like minded interests to myself sharing content with useable information!
Well done. I have a solar oven, and wind power when I need it, that works great. thank you for all the great info. I watch all your videos. Your on it all the time. cheers. Keep it up.
A most excellent video. I have had a few serious SHTF events in my life and we bugged out through most of them. It just makes sense that if you are somewhere getting flooded out or that has just had an earthquake or potential forest fire why hang around when you can just leave and come back when things are working again. Your advice about calling it overland verse Bugging Out is well advised. The only thing that I would add to this discussion is flash lights in particular Head Lamps are a huge help, A vehicle mounted first aid kit that you know how to use. That means knowing how to use the tourniquets , snake bit kit , quick clot, CPR mask if you have it. Tires are important and the weak part of the Bug out vehicle. Besides spare tires there could be a need to patch and that is a good kit to have and skill needed. Finally the buddy system is important. Two is one and one is none so if you can bug out with a buddy(Battle Buddy) you greatly increase your chances for a positive outcome. That is not just someone in the cab with you but a second vehicle. Thank you for the video I really enjoyed it and found it very provocative. :)
You inspired me to take my family out camping this past weekend in Payson, Arizona. We had a great time (used your camping check list) Thanks man. Love your content.
Josh Adam link to that camp list?
The Iron Woodman llod.us/ramblings
watching all your truck vids make me really miss my tacoma
Ham looks like it was installed from the factory! Awesome job.
just stopping to say thank you and stay safe.
So far the only person ive seen in my TONS of watching videos as a lurker, that accepted that varying needs of family's with "Special needs" from mentally challenged people, to infants etc. People need to think of that!
Like the direction you are going in. Just started building a 4runner for overlanding\bugout and use the same excuse ! Would like to see more solar ,rack systems,storage so on . But would like to see more demonstration some of us learn better seeing ,doing then hearing . Thanks for the efforts and love channel.
I thought I was watching Matt Olgus and he had found a new hobby besides lifting weights lol
Nah, his time and life is still consumed by sculpting that perfect bod.
give more deatils about your HAM install and why you chose the brand you did
yes please!
Please do!
If you want some infos about HAM setups in mobile use please check out our new vid here on our channel
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Awesome set-up with your rig! Looks great with all the functionality. Thanks for all the helpful videos setting mine up soon
Nice informative vid! The solar awning sounds like a cool idea. I'm going to have to explore that idea. Maybe you could do a vid on your setup of the awning. Seems super practical for camping.
and by the way i am a follower of your channel. i am very to see that you put love to every day in your life style really happy for you.
At the 8:26 minute mark, you can Sasquatch strolling in the background. Legend has it, he's secretly into the Overlanding lifestyle and likes to peek at other people's rigs for ideas. Lol
I thought I seen this truck in Denver the other day... I said to myself thats a badass truck👍
Hey Mike! Great info as usual. I learned a lesson re: solar generators. Bought a Enerplex 1200 couple yrs ago. Lithium, 12V charging, good performance. No longer working properly, out of warranty, co. got sold, no longer supported. $1300 down the drain. Fml. Just got Goal Zero. Would love inergy kodiak but way too $$$. Good comms info. I went ham and gmrs.
Brilliant idea using the solar panel as an awning.
I recommend buying a solar panel battery tender. They are available through Amazon and helps keep your car battery topped off.
I have one of the Battery Tenders for my 2002 Chevy Silverado LT 4x4 Quad Cab Dually Long Bed pick-up truck that used to be my daily driver, but now is used only occasionally to haul home improvement / maintenance project materials and my 5th Wheel Travel Trailer. I used to have to call AAA out to jump start it once or twice a year. The guy who drives the jump-start / battery installation truck for AAA, suggested I get it. Works great, and the truck starts every time now. I just plug it into the trucks cigarette lighter and put the 14"X14" solar panel on the dash. Easy peasy lemon squeeze.
Fun drinking game. Take shot everytime he says "I won't get too into that"
Or "Whatever"...
Got a new subscriber here! Loving the videos and I have so many to catch up on! Been looking into what truck I want to get and man, yours looks amazing!! Keep up the good work!
I had not seen the PowerFilm, that is a sweet solar panel.
I would love to see a video of how you set it up as an awning, and maybe what devices that inverter will actually run.
Glad I found your channel. I'm in CO too, and have a Tacoma, and like similar stuff. Thanks for sharing!
Rider Obvious me too. I’m going to make a video on my 4Runner.
Your rig is so stacked, but also clean it's awesome! How long did it take you to build it to this point?
Pretty quick - it was stock most of its life. I had been saving for, and planning out all the things months in advance though. Worked with some companies to plan this and that and got some discounts here and there. But all said and done, I think the truck was pretty much stock still about 5 months ago. So everything you see done to it now was pretty much in the past 5 months.
@@LastLineOfDefense I've been doing my best to have some self control and do it bit by bit and not bury my face in loads of debt haha it's been hard not to just go crazy and buy it all at once.
Haha definitely don't rack up debt doing it. I think spreading it out also spreads out the joy and the fun. Little mods here and there are my favorite. I think you appreciate the whole rig a little less if you do it all in one go.
@@LastLineOfDefense I think it also forces me to learn the limits of my rig more instead of relying on anything cool. Kinda "earn my stripes" per se.
Hate to ask but I have to. Where do you think the price tag is at now that you’ve deck your rig out to this point?
I like that Jackery setup but with the “generator” + panel you’re pushing $1,000! I always like the longer videos. Maybe a vid on balancing between a daily driver and a camping truck? I’m planning on a Tacoma but I’ll have to commute with it so I won’t want to go over the top. Functional but also halfway decent on the mpgs.
Yeah... There are certainly cheaper ways to go about it for sure. You're paying for the better quality, ease of use, level of finish/detail, warranty, and the 'just works' aspect of it all.
Sweet video! You make me want to get rid of my Jeep and get a Tacoma sometimes lol
Paused video. Went to “videos,” sort by oldest. Opened CCW training from 4 years ago. What weights you been lifting Mike? “All of them.” Oh ok. That makes sense. Lol
Haha about 7 years ago I was bigger than I am now, then I ate less / healthier for awhile, and now I'm back to eating more...
Maybe do a video on the kind of workouts you should be focusing on to be "ready for anything" 😂😂
Just got my LLOD hat (same one as in this video). Loving it!
Very nice vid! I subscribed. We are more prepared for overlanding than bugout but definitely similitaries of two worlds:-D
Yep. My 79f150 4x4 loves the K02s. Plus, EMP exempt.
Great videos. Love the content man!
bugging out, damn this bug is bugging me :-)
Love the truck!
I think honestly if you where to need to bugout your feet is what your going to be left with, unless your building a bugout bulldozer or something. Any urban area would be a traffic jam. If your already live in a rural area then cool, you’ll get use out of a vehicle like this. But I love the Tacoma is awesome! Building something like that... any excuse works!! That’s just awesome!
ham is great, and not too hard to get your license. Technically speaking you need to have a license for GMRS (the "twelve mile radio" you mention in the video). That barrier is much lower than ham but you still can't legally transmit without a license. 73's! - W9MZD
Great Explorations on a lot of good gear. I appreciate it good job.
AMAZING VIDEO - CLEAR AND TO THE POINT. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Weekend camping trip= bugout training for the family
Thank you for using the Ford Explorer as an example.
Note that there are refrigerators that run on butane/propane gas, they don't really use that much gas either. There are models which can run on both gas, 12V or 115/230V, common in RV's and campers. Quite costly though. The budget version is of course a cooler which can run on 12V, you can keep it running while the car is running and shut it down when you stop and it'll still keep cool for hours (unless you're constantly opening it). Can get one of those for less than $100.
For backup power, I keep a DeWalt 1800 Power station (DCB1800B) in my Tundra. It uses my power tool battery packs for power storage. This also allows me to have the capability of using power tools when off the trail as well as power other larger appliances. Check it out.
Excellent! Thanks a bunch for the good info. Sick setup BTW.
Great job on the edit and info!
Mike, just discovered your channel. Would love more ham vids. Live on Kauai and have been fixing up my tj for overlanding...glad to know that’s what I’ve been doing...thought the RRT put it in the glamping category! Thanks
Great Video man!
Yeah dude, I don't know if it was the youtube algorithm but I got into overlanding a little after I found your channel and before you got big into it. I am a skills and function based prepper and gun guy so I believe in learning the skills and whatever stuff you buy should for the most part have a function in your daily life where ever possible. Plus you hit the nail on the head in the beginning, if you tell people you're into overlanding they think that's interesting. If you tell people you're a prepper they basically shun you unless they're also a prepper.....
I WORK AT TOYOTA,, WE JUST GOT THE NEW VOODOO 4RUNNER TRD IN.. .THOUGHTS.. .ITS PRETTY GNARLY. i THINK iM GOIN WITH A TACOMA IN THE QUICKSAND OR CAL BLUE... TORN BETWEEN THE TWO. GREAT UPLOAD. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK
Ned Flanders WHY ARE WE YELLING
Maybe is Cap lock button is broke.. lol
Quicksand
That voodoo is just to much blue
Check out Pelican coolers. They're made just outside of Richmond, VA and they're bombproof (or at least bear proof!)
At first i thought those traction boards were those emergency gurney boards hahaha
Solar Panels and Solar Power . Like your truck I have Tundra Limited Off Road Package Trd adds, rims and Bilstens soon.
I just bought a 2018 dcsb auto quicksand Tacoma TRD off road, I love it! You should get the 5.29 gears like Max Powell did
Won't do 5.29s, but will probably end up with 4.88s.
Last Line Of Defense eventually I think I’m gonna do one or the other, I don’t drive a lot of highway
Don’t know if you did a video on getting out of mud with those tracks? That would be a good idea.
Lol..... that's exactly what I did..... my wife would not be happy with me building a " bug out " vehicle.....so I built a overlanding rig.
Smart!! We can out smart our wives! Lol
A year or so late to the party, so not sure if you'll see this, but-
I'm live about 80/20 in Denver/Hartsel and just bought my first truck, a 2014 Ford Raptor. My previous vehicles were all Subarus, ending with manual Forester XT. I don't know much about trucks, but I'm starting to learn.
I want to build the Raptor into a daily/overland/bug out do-it-all hybrid. Do you have any recommendations for what I should start with on the build, especially being in the mountains?
Thanks!
Hey man I love your videos! I’m also in Colorado. I’m in the process of upgrading my Jeep for overlanding. I’d love to link up for a trip sometime 🤙🏻
You wouldn’t go in the Australian outback with a cooler. You’d want a fridge. So I suppose it depends on duration
Your truck has a 400w power outlet built in, you didn't say anything about that..Most tacoma's come stock with it that other trucks dont.. Im sure you know that you just forgot to mention it, You will have to have your truck running for the 400w.. and 100w with truck not running
Good video, thanks for sharing 👍
Thank you mike that was good info.
I had an idea to make a Jeep soft top out of a flexible solar panel kinds in the same fashion as your awning.
How did you protect your Tacoma against EMP?
I just bought the 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in Voodoo Blue!
I think I just crapped myself! It looks kick ass! I gust swapped out the interior lights for blue LED’s! I got a great deal on them too! This Chanel is awesome keep it up I enjoy the videos!
That Kid where did you get the LEDs?
Could you provide a link or discription of your antenna hood mount. Looks pretty robust I can't find anything that looks similar. Thanks !
Sure thing, just updated the video description.
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Stubby Antenna - amzn.to/2OEdK4Q
Better Antenna - amzn.to/2pyqEmR
Hood Antenna Mount - amzn.to/2pBHotB
Buddy, what company did you get the solar awning from? Would they be interested in doing some cold weather testing?
Would you say a 2019 Rav 4 Adventure could be a bug-out or overland type of rig ? what major upgrades would you recommend if that is possible?
I’m glad you talked about tires being the first upgrade you can have the best vehicle in the world but with no traction your not getting anywhere. Since I work at a tire store I’ll list a few of the most common A/T tires we sell, first and by far the BFG KO2’s are an excellent tire good for off road and fairly quite for hwy driving, next I’d say the Goodyear Duratracs, and Hankook Dynapros, General Grabber, or Firestone Destination A/Ts, and Michelin LTX AT2s are very popular. As mud tires goes there is tons of option like Firestone M/Ts, Mickey Thompson’s, Nitos are good too, since mud tire tread are more “paddle” like they might not be right depending on what kind of terrain you live in. There are niche products too like Bridgestone Revo 2 and 3s that are all terrain but still quite on hwy and tires like the Firestone Transforce A/T2’s that have more plys on for a stiffer more durable tire. By no means are these the best option just the ones I see a lot of. Do a lot of research into which tire best fits your needs and pay attention to different LOAD RANGEs too, the same tire could have a $50 dollar different per tire because of how much weight the tire can handle and take that into account for the amount of gear and people your going to be putting on your ride. And if your going away from OEM tires sizes look into lift kits or leveling kits to give your tires extra room so no rubbing or binding happens, and remember performance over looks all day long! Save the cool factor for your rims! Happy over landing 👍
Great content. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Ancel!
You should do a in depth video on your HAM setup!
let me ask you? have try the bluetii ac 200. please take a look.
did you ever put up the video on how you completely weather sealed the bed with the diamond back cover?
This for the tailgate - amzn.to/2IHN7GY
Then there are some gaps at the front of the bed that you'll either need to caulk/silicone and/or use a combination of the weatherstripping or other stuff jammed into places to fill the gaps. There are some other voids in the rear bottom of the tailgate that you can silicone. Then the storage bins are the other issue, since they have open holes for the latches. I haven't sealed those off, so my tailgate isn't completely sealed. The cover itself should be pretty good to go, but I did add a tiny more weatherstripping near where the hinges are on the diamondback.
But no, I haven't made a video on it.
Awsome review, 😁👌,
Another practical thing to consider when buy a truck/suv knowing its going to be your bug out vehicle is not a bad idea to consider something common so if you break down there are some of the same vehicles on the road you can take parts off of in the proper situation (not condemning steeling but things will happen in that situation)
Love the truck videos
What about GoalZero? Are they any good?
Good stuff man.
Love these vehicle videos Mike. Could you maybe make some vids of you using you overland stuff?
Good video!
You want a diesel swap for it. When there is no more gas stations you can make your own gas.
Question: what is that small batwing type awning you have? Brand and size?
Thanks! Love your content ❣️
hey Mike. you should make a video of your communication gadgets on how they work. thanks
what are the dimensions to your awning/solar pannel
What is the model and type of amateur radio antenna? Im referring to the stubby you are showing on your video. Also do you use APRS while off-roading.
I vastly under-use my ham, honestly. I studied to get my license, and then it's always been on my 'list' to learn more to utilize the capabilities more, but no - right now I basically just use them as a two-way radio, with the occasional use of local repeaters.
here's all the gear though, including the stubby - www.amazon.com/shop/lastlineofdefense?listId=16EFWSKXHC62U
Same, but different. But, still same!
What kind of skid plate or underbody protection setup have you put together?
A few miles simplex? How many watts? Thats a tiny little antenna for a few miles... with a 30inch antenna on a 10 watt radio I can usually only get about 2.5 miles give or take depending on the terrain
$1425 on Amazon for the 120 watt solar charger?!?! Crazy.
Have you ever used a cellular amplifier? I love mine can make all the difference when you need connectivity.
Are Subaru Outbacks reliable ?
My overland vehicle is a VW Beetle
RUGGED. TAKE IT OFF ANY SICK JUMPS!?!?
Worked for the Wehrmacht. Great in all terrains and altitudes. Brilliant move, really. Pack some oil and a flat-head, maybe a few vacc hoses and you’re set. Those that know, know.
You probably "overland" to work everyday on pavement. I despise that word.
Yeah when did "off roading" become "over landing?"
@@danielmorton4306 Off roading is driving around and 4 wheeling. Over landing is doing that with camping in mind.
What mount for the Yaesu are you using? I’m ordering that same radio. Also does it lock on to satellites in that location? Thanks!
Great video. Would love to see the reviews of the power film charger and the solar generator.
Would love some more comms videos. You plan on doing any APRS with your HAM?
Never use the terms related to prepping or bugout... it is none of their damn business. I just tell them I like to camp. The stupidest thing you can do when prepping is to advertise.
I use Toyo Open Country at2’s. Much more aggressive than ko2s, better traction on/off pavement and lasts way longer 50k+ miles.
How did it affect fuel economy over a k02 or wild peak
@@jeremiahwalker4135 I sold my 4runner that I put at2s on. The other 4runner I bought came with Ko2s. Big difference, every time I took my runner in the sand I got stuck, even airing down to 10psi. The Ko2s cupped almost brand new.
I now have a 6in lift on my 4runner and I use pro comp 33x12.5 procomp MT.
@@jeremiahwalker4135 after putting the mts and 6in lift, I lost 2 mpgs over stock. Don’t worry about mileage if you’re just sticking with all terrains. All terrains are basically just street tires.
Alexander Estk my GMC Sierra did not really suffer any fuel economy with a 7” lift and 35” mud tires. Just curious how well the 4Runner will do with rugged terrain or all terrain
@@jeremiahwalker4135 The 4runners engine has no problem with the tires. You shouldn’t lose any mpgs.