Living Out Of My Jeep Cherokee XJ - Exterior Walk-Around Of My Overland Set-Up
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- Опубліковано 7 лип 2019
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*Below are links to items that I actually use and recommend. Some have been tested. Others I use, but have not had to test yet:
EXTERIOR ITEMS:
Truck Lite Headlights/Lamps:
Single: amzn.to/2pmygwm
Pair: amzn.to/377d7qK
Auxbeam 12" Waterproof Lightbar - 7200lm:
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Curt Roof Rack:
Rack: amzn.to/377bWrk
Extension: amzn.to/2qQb5uE
Smittybilt XRC Rear bumper with tire carrier and swing arm:
amzn.to/2XfNPlY
Smittybilt XRC front bumper (with winch mount):
amzn.to/32SqSqk
BFGoodrich Terrain T/A KO2 Tires - 33x12.50 R15:
amzn.to/357xJh7
RECOVERY ITEMS:
Smittybilt 9500 lb Winch
With SYNTHETIC Line (This is what I use): amzn.to/2rvN8JH
With STEEL Line: amzn.to/2phNR02
LITEWAY Recovery Traction Tracks - 2 Pcs (Small snow/mud/sand tracks). Can be used for vehicle leveling too:
amzn.to/352Luxu
X-BULL Recovery Traction Tracks for Sand, Mud, Snow (I have not used these but carry them based on testing I saw on YT):
amzn.to/2qVyhrC
Go Treads:
gotreads.com/product-category...
Tire Repair Kit for large tires:
amzn.to/32IekS1
Viair Portable Air Compressor:
amzn.to/355DdsH
ELECTRONICS:
DJI Mavic AIR Drone:
amzn.to/2KnC1Zw
Garmin InReach Mini Sat Phone:
amzn.to/2KlNgBE
Rove Dash Cam:
amzn.to/2Kk7DiE
Samsung 128GB SD Card for Dash Cam and Drone:
amzn.to/379azc2
BESTEK 400W Car Power Inverter DC 12V to AC 110V with 4 USB Charging Ports:
amzn.to/2DIXOr6
Beatit 1200A Peak 16500mAh 12V Portable Car Lithium Jump Starter (Used this to jump my completely drained battery many times)
amzn.to/2OdAy9f
Beatit 800A Peak 18000mAh 12V Portable Car Jump Starter (I used these to power and charge my USB devices - fans,phones, lights ):
amzn.to/2q3JpTf
AC Infinity MULTIFAN, Quiet Dual USB Fan (I strung these together and used them to cool me down or to put in the windows for ventilation):
120mm version: amzn.to/2QeR3ES
80mm version: amzn.to/2qTJcBM
OBD Bluetooth Scan Tool - BlueDriver:
amzn.to/2NMaLGb
CAMPING ITEMS:
Ridge Outdoor Gear Adjustable Telescoping Tarp Tent Poles:
amzn.to/2QgevBs
48-Ounce Multi-Use Hand Sprayer:
amzn.to/2ObEKX5
Teton -25degree (f) XL Sleeping bag (Very Nice & Warm Sleeping bag):
amzn.to/2OfMkQH
K2 - 2 Person inflatable Kayak:
amzn.to/2QeJzBM
Mr. Heater Buddy 4,000-9,000-BTU Indoor-Safe Portable Propane Radiant Heater:
amzn.to/2Obhyse
Udap Bear Spray Safety Orange with Color Griz Guard Holster (Have not had to test it yet but I do carry these):
amzn.to/2COOSzH
Silky Saws PocketBoy Curve Professional Folding Saw (Great small saw):
amzn.to/2q3IuCh
OTHER MISC. ITEMS I USE:
Compact Grease Gun for 3oz cartridges:
amzn.to/2O7wl7a
Plano 68qt Storage Box:
Without wheels: amzn.to/2DY3mxW
With wheels: amzn.to/2rl0Uz0
Ziplock Storage Boxes with Seals and Locking Lid:
amzn.to/36myTWj
"Theres More to Life Than Gas Mileage" - Sticker Decal:
amzn.to/353aQLK
"Jeep" Steering Wheel Cover:
amzn.to/2CFsAAu
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This overland walk-around does not include a trailer, roof top tent, awning or any external living modifications. I sleep inside the vehicle and will show my simple set up in another video.
This is a detailed walk-around with my comments and opinions about what is on my ride.
I am doing all my travel with a simple living set-up, so if you are looking to be wowed or have something to dream about, then this set up is not for you probably haha
Many of the items I use on/ in my Jeep are linked below....
*EXTERIOR ITEMS:*
Truck Lite Headlights/Lamps:
Single: amzn.to/2pmygwm
Pair: amzn.to/377d7qK
Auxbeam 12" Waterproof Lightbar - 7200lm:
amzn.to/2LDKtVb
Curt Roof Rack:
Rack: amzn.to/377bWrk
Extension: amzn.to/2qQb5uE
Smittybilt XRC Rear bumper with tire carrier and swing arm:
amzn.to/2XfNPlY
Smittybilt XRC front bumper (with winch mount):
amzn.to/32SqSqk
BFGoodrich Terrain T/A KO2 Tires - 33x12.50 R15:
amzn.to/357xJh7
The Perfect Bungee:
2 Pack: amzn.to/2Q7nbZt
Flex Web: amzn.to/2Sfu11r
*RECOVERY ITEMS:*
Smittybilt 9500 lb Winch
With SYNTHETIC Line (This is what I use): amzn.to/2rvN8JH
With STEEL Line: amzn.to/2phNR02
Swag Off Road Bottle Jack Axle Cradle
amzn.to/34n37qQ
LITEWAY Recovery Traction Tracks - 2 Pcs (Small snow/mud/sand tracks). Can be used for vehicle leveling too:
amzn.to/352Luxu
X-BULL Recovery Traction Tracks for Sand, Mud, Snow (I have not used these but carry them based on testing I saw on YT):
amzn.to/2qVyhrC
Go Treads:
gotreads.com/product-category...
Tire Repair Kit for large tires:
amzn.to/32IekS1
Viair Portable Air Compressor:
amzn.to/355DdsH
*ELECTRONICS:*
DJI Mavic AIR Drone:
amzn.to/2KnC1Zw
Garmin InReach Mini Sat Phone:
amzn.to/2KlNgBE
Rove Dash Cam:
amzn.to/2Kk7DiE
Samsung 128GB SD Card for Dash Cam and Drone:
amzn.to/379azc2
USB String Lights:
amzn.to/2sv9WcB
BESTEK 400W Car Power Inverter DC 12V to AC 110V with 4 USB Charging Ports:
amzn.to/2DIXOr6
Beatit 1200A Peak 16500mAh 12V Portable Car Lithium Jump Starter (Used this to jump my completely drained battery many times)
amzn.to/2OdAy9f
Beatit 800A Peak 18000mAh 12V Portable Car Jump Starter (I used these to power and charge my USB devices - fans,phones, lights ):
amzn.to/2q3JpTf
AC Infinity MULTIFAN, Quiet Dual USB Fan (I strung these together and used them to cool me down or to put in the windows for ventilation):
120mm version: amzn.to/2QeR3ES
80mm version: amzn.to/2qTJcBM
OBD Bluetooth Scan Tool - BlueDriver:
amzn.to/2NMaLGb
*CAMPING ITEMS:*
Ridge Outdoor Gear Adjustable Telescoping Tarp Tent Poles:
amzn.to/2QgevBs
Coleman Portable Bottletop Propane Camp Stove with Adjustable Burner:
amzn.to/35jImhi
48-Ounce Multi-Use Hand Sprayer:
amzn.to/2ObEKX5
Teton -25degree (f) XL Sleeping bag (Very Nice & Warm Sleeping bag):
amzn.to/2OfMkQH
K2 - 2 Person inflatable Kayak:
amzn.to/2QeJzBM
Mr. Heater Buddy 4,000-9,000-BTU Indoor-Safe Portable Propane Radiant Heater:
amzn.to/2Obhyse
Udap Bear Spray Safety Orange with Color Griz Guard Holster (Have not had to test it yet but I do carry these):
amzn.to/2COOSzH
Silky Saws PocketBoy Curve Professional Folding Saw (Great small saw):
amzn.to/2q3IuCh
Reflectix Insulation:
amzn.to/2PPwBsa
*OTHER MISC. ITEMS I USE:*
Compact Grease Gun for 3oz cartridges:
amzn.to/2O7wl7a
Plano 68qt Storage Box:
Without wheels: amzn.to/2DY3mxW
With wheels: amzn.to/2rl0Uz0
Ziplock Storage Boxes with Seal and Locking Lid:
amzn.to/36myTWj
"Theres More to Life Than Gas Mileage" - Sticker Decal:
amzn.to/353aQLK
"Jeep" Steering Wheel Cover:
amzn.to/2CFsAAu
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
WHAT? I came here because I needed to be wowed. And you wowed me with living inside that Jeep.
All those other rigs where the rig is $40,000 and up with roof tents that cost like $3,000 and up is not for the average person. Your video fits EXACTLY what I am looking for.
Your video wowed me. Keep up the good work. I am one of those that truly value your simplicity and wonders how you do itself comfortably. I used to think only people with fancy rigs with rooftop tents can overland comfortably.
Your setup is good, simple, practical and relatable. Many people can duplicate it without breaking the bank. That matters a lot these days. It will be very relatable to many people like me who do not wish to buy something and put on my rig.
Good job!!!
MyYTChannel Thank you for the feedback! I’m glad it can relate to at least a few out there. I love what I am doing, and like you said, not breaking the bank to do it opens up a lot more possibilities to people.
what kind of mpg are you getting on the highway?
Kevin Bishop At 5300 lbs I range from 14.5 to 18.5 MPG on highway, but it all depends on elevation changes and wind. I got 19 outside of Calgary when it was all flat and no wind. I ride at or below the speed limit though. I’m not heavy on the skinny pedal.
@@simpleoverlander What gearing do you have? That's pretty darn good mpg considering all the obstacles on the roof and the overall weight. Btw, I have a 1998 Chili Pepper Red XJ.
XJ jeep cherokees are the best specially 1984/2001
Great walk around. You can tell your gear is well thought out.
Great job. Gave me some ideas for my XJ. Smart thinking on your part. Thanks and take care!
When you get back home you should do a meet and greet or a trail ride, local overland trip. I may even take you up on some of your for sale stuff. As well with the rough country products I've had no issues. Really enjoy following your journey as it's real and not a big staged production.
Shawn Vergilia That would be a good idea when I get home. I will keep it in mind. Thanks for the suggestion!
great work buddi! i've got the same car, i love it. good work man. keep that beauty
Love the inexpensive roof rack. You are very resourceful. Great job.
Absolutely awesome walkaround of an actual, in use Overlander vehicle. Countless tips andtricks that can and will reduce countless hours of head scratching. Thanks for all your insight.
Thank you for the comment! Glad it helped and good luck with your set-up!
Hello. Very good setup you have there and the fact that you enjoy it and trust it is great. I am starting to get my rig ready for new advertures. It is all stock now and the first thing I will get is some AT tires (Toyo at3). looking forward to seeing more videos.
Nice,thanks for the info I m working on two xj’s
Great video! Everything I was looking for
Cameron Fisk Thanks for the comment!
Good for you. You like it that's all that matters.
Looking forward to long term review on the rear springs. I was looking at OME but also checking out RE..
Thanks for sharing.
I got OME 2" in the back. I had to put on an add a leaf after putting in all the camping gear like water tank, auxillary battery, fridge and so on
Thank you
Nice video. Good advice
Great setup, must be a lot of fun out there on the road. I have a '99 myself and hope to do a drawer system soon.
As for the Hi-Lift jack, I would leave it on there. I'm a simple/minimalist type of guy as well, but those things can be useful when in a hunch. I changed a 90 year old mans trailer tire one time on the side of the highway with it. (had to flag him down, poor dude didn't even feel it in his brand new diesel) Also took one off our Can Am X3 because of space and weight... and sure enough next time out we had a rock bust a hole in the rim and had to get clever with the winch and some rocks to change out tire. They're like a firearm. Nice to have, but hope you never have to use it. You could definitely probably get away without it, but they do make recovery that much easier. Just my .02 on it.
Very nice jeep and love the lift/tire/flare combo. Looks clean.
AyeR0N Thanks for the feedback on the Hi-Lift. Definitely something to think about and I like your firearm analogy. I will have it for the rest of my trip so will need to decide on the next go around.
It is a lot of fun and I am enjoying it daily. I have slowed down quite a bit too so that has helped with relaxing.
Good luck with your build!
Ive had my 99 xj for over 20 years now. I wouldn't have a problem living out of mine
Nice video 👍🏼👌🏼
Love youre content. Very thought out xj. Let me know when ever youre in reno if ya need anything.
Thanks ... and that sounds good. I went near there last year on that trip but would like to get into that area again!
@@simpleoverlander its a great area. Check us out on facebook and ig under the same name.
Great walk around! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Natezoinks Thanks...hope you don’t mind the shout out!
IDGAXJ - Simple Overlander not a problem, glad to help.
Well reasoned, particularly enjoyed the gear you’ve selected and why. That’s why I’m curious of the type of gear you’ve chosen to Carry in the Plano boxes?
Where’d you snag the rain deflectors? Out here in Oregon that’d be handy.
Cool find on the canvas bags, a good waxing would help with water resistance.
Can’t wait to see how you’ve altered the interior after so much use. Still envious from pre-departure mods. Cheers and keep up the good work
Juard van Dijkhorst I bought them on ebay but the link no longer works. Paid $22 a few months ago.... smoke tint window visors/rain guards. They had the 3M adhesive but the one almost flew off anyway (driver window).
I have not changed much inside at all but do live in it different than I thought I would.
A waxing is needed badly. One day haha
Thanks for the comment!
Awesome vid! I’m in the process of building my overland rig too! Have you looked into unibody stiffeners at all? They’re an awesome upgrade that really helps with door brackets tearing from the body and possible unibody cracking.
James Gauthier I have looked into them but still yet need to learn to weld. I don’t want to pay someone to do it. I am still on the fence though about them for this Jeep. Now that it is my home (technically) I really don’t trail it hard or twist it like I used to. So far it has held up good with no stress fractures that I have seen. Something to keep thinking about though.
Best of lick on the build. Getting ready is almost as much fun as getting on the road!
Yeah I had a crash course in welding mine on so that was fun lol. Thank you for the awesome videos and best of luck on your trip!
Surprised you don't have more subscribers.
Absolutely sick Jeep mate, why are the next mods for the Jeep??
Drive it.
MyYTChannel probably the mod everyone needs to do
Cheap Jeeper Thanks! No further mods at this time. I need to change out some maintenance items but this is how it will be set up for the next 5 months on the road 👍
Great vid!
What brakes/rotors do you use?
Thanks.
DebbieB I generally go with Raybestos rotors and pads
Great video! What do you store inside the boxes on the roof?
Shaun Heunis In 1 box is an inflatable kayak and an enclosed homemade hatchback tent. In box 2 was cold weather clothing, some extra clothing, a Mr Heater Buddy, and other misc items. In box 3 was mostly extra fluids and parts for the Jeep, along with more misc items. I brought more than I needed but wasn’t sure for a 7 month trip. I did a video afterwards to show what I won’t bring again. I could get down to half of it next time.
Thanks for watching!
Are those 4 1/2" Rubicon rear leafs? Some people have said 3 1/2 gave them 4 1/2 is why I'm asking. Building a different style XJ this time is why I'm asking.
K Digiacomo They are and they are tall. I am super heavy though, so they sit just right.
Have you driven the Dana 30 locker in snow or ice in the full time 4wd setting. If so how does it impact the handling?
mrfixit ____ I have a few times and have not had any issues. I am extra cautious though when I do it on roads, as you could get pulled in a direction you aren’t expecting since if one wheel slips the other wheel is going to keep pulling.
Also, I only drive in 4WD in snow when needed. I don’t drive over 35-40 in 4WD High.
@@simpleoverlander Amazing that you went through the trouble of intalling a locker yet you left your gear ratio at 3.55 instead of 4.56
Great video!
I have one question.
What gear ratio are you running in your axles?
Thanks
Jeff
Thanks. I just have stock gearing. 3.55
@@simpleoverlander Thanks for the reply. I working on a four year plan to attempt something similar to what you are doing.
Any ideas on keeping the ventilation system from sucking road dust up and blowing it in through the vents?
Not that I know of. An filter that would trap dust would really reduce the air flow for these types of fans. I never had a dust issue in the areas I stayed. Or maybe my vehicle was too dusty to notice haha. I can see how that would be a problem though. I only worried about bugs luckily.
@@simpleoverlander Yes. here in Nevada, the dust is Atrocious! Comes right in through all the vents while you're driving, Unless you run it on Max AC (recirculating)
Do you ever keep your windows cracked in the winter when you sleep to help with Condensation?
Justin Weavers All the time. I even put my usb fans in the window to blow air out. That sounds crazy to some, to blow warm air out when it is cold, but you get crazy condensation otherwise. If you only sleep in your vehicle every now and then, it is no big deal. But if you live in it for weeks or months it could cause mold issues.
@@simpleoverlander Yea the fans actually sound like a great idea! Especially if you're warm in your bedding you won't have to worry about the warm air escaping, the trade off is worth it. Thanks for the info!
New subscriber what was your old job and were you military?
Danger Levi Thanks for the sub!
I was a Supply Chain Crisis Manager for an automotive company. Our team would get involved with severe delivery issues and help suppliers, or the company, get back on track for our plants.
I was actually an Air Force brat but was never in the military myself. It was my intent to join while growing up, but never worked out.
How did u get rid of the death wobble?
Urgn Bezerkk I learnt to live with it hahah 😢
Urgn Bezerkk It is hard to say since I changed so many things all at once... new lift kit, new wheels and tires, and a new front drive shaft.
When I developed heavier vibrations over the years it was for different things that fixed it... once by changing out my tie rod assembly and another time it was an unbalanced front tire.
Unfortunately it can be many things so it is best to start with the small and cheaper stuff and move up from there.
Check your track bar, upper and lower arms and tie rod ends. Also make sure your steering box mount isn't cracked. Put jack stands under the unibody and let the axle fully hang and use a pry bar on everything. Something is loose or wore out. Also when it's on the ground have someone turn the wheel back and forth just til the tires start to turn and see what's moving that's not suppose to be. You can probably do this first since it's easier. Something is definitely loose or worn out. though. If you can't visually find anything then toss a wrench or socket on everything and make sure everything is tight. Well worth your time when it goes away. 👍
what gear ratio u running ?
I have stock gears and will likely keep it that way. No issues that I have seen or noticed, and the gas mileage is descent.
What’s your average mpg like 6?
Jacob Neely 15 average on highway and 11 off
@@simpleoverlander About the norm with with a lift.
Where in N.C. are you from?
steven stlaurent From the Greensboro area
@@simpleoverlander I’m from winston