I love overlanding gear... well, not ALL of it. Here's the good, the bad and the downright ugly of my overland gear. Links for stuff in the video are in the description above. Thanks for watching! See more here th-cam.com/play/PLmzj4XGk6kUgT54Wolz0uKM7PE8rZe-6j.html
Even if you kept your rooftop tent to sleep in, having a ground tent for hanging out in on a rainy day, changing clothes, keeping all your stuff dry is a good thing to have. I sleep on a cot inside a ground tent. So much more comfortable than climbing in and out of a rooftop tent. They sure look cool but they’re not for me.
@@ggg4runner that's a good idea, i plan on getting a small cheap tent so i can mark my territory as well! that way in case i have to move my truck, i can still secure the campground for those camp pirates!
I thought about a rooftop tent, but just can't justify the expense and don't want to haul it around all the time or have to take it off and store it. I am about to sell a teardop trailer I had been using and can't stand sleeping on the ground, so I'm also going to tent camping with a sleeping bag on a cot. If I'm only going to be somewhere for a night or two and don't feel like setting up and taking down the tent, I'll sleep in the back of my 4Runner.
Hey I’m trained in combat medicine and I’d highly recommend replacing that wound powder with some combat gauze. The powder can cause blood clots and the combat gauze does the same thing
ditch the air compressor all together and get a CO2 tank. I can air up 4 35" tires from 22 psi to 36 psi in under 2 minutes. one 10 lbs bottle will fill approx 14 tires. Cost about $22 to refill
Need More M.S.G on your video man love it Uncle roger Overlander 😂 enjoy your content mam hope 1 day you up in Seattle doing some overland..🤙 stay safe out OverLanding brother I got rice too 🤭
Heck yeah (M)ake (S)💩 (G)ood... and Rice! Gotta get those complex carbohydrates and B6 somehow 😂. PNW is for sure on my bucket list. Thank you for watching and commenting!
For mattress I bought a Serta mattress topper. I use it all the time in my 4Runner currently doing my longest overlanding trip. Your channel is awesome! I’m glad that I found your channel and you’re calling it Overlanding instead of living out of your car that way people aren’t looking at you like your homeless bum. Your channels really great
We call the jack a handy man jack and learn how to use it safely cause i've seen them pop off or not locked properly and the truck came crashing down but no one got hurt thankfully but they are awesome!
Getting into Overlanding and your channel is really helping me learn alot. Also...very accurate Uncle Roger impression, love it! Lol subscribing for sure.
okay Roger I love your videos but you have me feeling so ready to take my Jeep Renegade out in those dusty streets with my soft camping behind and get in trouble LOL! Please keep making videos I am just about ready for some next level camping!
Just found your channel and LOVING it. Quite funny moments lol and great production edits while making great info points. Instantly liked and subbed! Looking forward to more 😮😂
Super funny. Can’t decide if you are trolling the trolls, or just beating them down with humility. Thank you for the listing of items, adding a bunch to my checklist
Hi Roger, great post. I really like your casual fun presentation style. About the gears, the 3gen 4runner has smaller pumpkins than the 4th/5th gens, so I’d keep it to 4.88 for gears. 5.29 will require a smaller pinion to fit and is weaker than the 4.88. I run 35s on my 5th gen and 4.88 is still feels just a hair short, but it shifts well and gets about 12.5 to 13 MPG even weighted down like it is. Anyway, I really enjoy your channel and I’ve subscribed! Cheers, Mike
Cool and funny video dude. I am in SoCal also. Maybe we bump into each other at the trail or campgrounds. Or if you’re interested we can do some overlanding with you guys and my family.
I have no idea if you will see this after all this time. But instead of those big plastic potato chip bag holders get the black paper clips where the silver part folds down and it clamps on tight to a whole sheaf of papers. That's gonna hold your bag closed really tight and takes up very little room. And yes, am hoping you did a video showing tools you carry.
Ah yeah, I used those sometimes but another viewer turned me on to Gripstic and those are amazing. Good lookin' out though! 👊 I haven't done a dedicated video just on tools but I talked about that topic a little bit here: th-cam.com/video/ichoUNBi2jc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=REPwsE2HlNn1-doG
Dude, I love your sense of humor. Love your videos too. I used to have a third Gen 4Runner. I agree how slow and underpowered it was. I switched to an 01 Sequoia. Love it. Thanks for putting in the time making your videos. I bought the Napa compressor and absolutely love it. Need to mod it like dirt lifestyle Nate did with the pressure switch.
I saw those videos too which is what got me interested in that NAPA one. I might get lazy and just do that EZFlate one and I just saw that MORRFlate (that 4-way inflation hose I run) has the same darn compressor too. Plus, that NAPA never seems to be in-stock in my area. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
First, love your videos. They are great. Second, I am sure you’ve upgraded the compressor by now but I have the 88p compressor and it fills my 35” tires in under 15 min (all 4 in total). I think your issue is, it’s not designed to do 4 tires at once. You could upgrade to the 400p but at the price point there may be other options to fit your needs.
Check out the Ikamper. I have the original that started on Kickstarter. I love it. It has plenty of room for two adults. The floor space is equivalent to a California king in width and a regular king bed in length. I love it. It is a hard top. The Ikamper also has an awesome rain fly for the door. Unless it’s a monsoon extreme high winds, it will be dry and rain won’t blow in. They have a bigger rain fly option as well as ground tent option that is awesome.
I thought about iKamper prior to buying mine but the GFC gives me more flexibility with mounting stuff the way I have my setup (awning on driver side, privacy enclosure on passenger side, 200w of solar on the roof but have the room to double that). Appreciate you for the suggestion though!
You might have trouble registering your 4-Runner with DMV if you go with the supercharger. You can install an attic in your rig to have even more storage places. I have the Front Runner chair that goes in my attic.
@@ggg4runner I have a CARB approved Magnusson supercharger on my Chevy truck and I have to get a "special" smog certificate ever since they don't allow modifications to the chip.
Another good Video, glade I subscribed. One thing I do is take a pic of the forest service map with my I pad. I can use it as a reference since I'm old and used to using paper maps and I can zoom in so I can see the small details.
Which USDA FS maps? Topo, MVUM or something else? You can download some PDF maps on their website. And, I'll go over some GAIA GPS map layers in the next video like the MVUM layer. But either way, good tip, too many people rely on just Google Maps or whatever and then get lost 😖 Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing!
@@ggg4runner I have subscribed to GAIA in the past but found it was a little hard to use. I usually get the Forest Service maps from the visitor center. So I can get the big picture of my route and after taking a pic of it with my I pad I can zoom in for more detail. Also I use a Garmin Overlander GPS.
@@blackpanoverland3852 That Garmin Overlander is super powerful and all you need! I get it, GAIA isn't exactly intuitive to use. Hopefully I still have some info that's useful to you in that next video.
Ditch the chip clips, and get yourself some gripstics. Those things are game changers. Kept large bag of pretzels fresh for over 3 months. They also take up less space. Just make sure you don't buy knock-off. I hear they're not as good.
@ggg4runner they work on zip locks too, just take a bag fill it with air, and put one on then squeeze it. You will see how well they seal. Another tip with them, sometimes if your bag is too thin, fold it twice before sliding it under both folds. These things save so much money/food that I have 3 multi packs at home and keep 2 sets on my boat lol. That's the only down side to them, they keep things fresh so long they stay on bags forever so i needed more lol. On the boat they're a total necessity as the salt air ruins any open food almost immediately.
I've struggle with all camping chairs due to a back issue. I've just discovered directors chairs, those cloth and wood chairs. They seem to work for me, you kinda have to have good posture in one and engage the core when sitting. Idk, everyone's different. They also don't pack too small, but they do fold flat and store easily.
Love you videos informative and entertaining I laugh a lot thank you. Going to Loveland in August for ideas have a tundra crew max with a topper that’s the start of my over landing .
Found your videos yesterday.thanks for the helpful tips. I've got a sunfire red '00 4unner. Just got my new set of AT tires and looking forward to a road trip this summer. The previous owner/first owner had the TRD supercharger installed when he got the truck delivered new. I like it could definitely feel torquier. Im at 200k miles, enjoying the Runner.
Great video. You killed me at the end talking about the coin needed for the ARB compressor after going through the tens of thousands of dollars of gear you already have. Not complaining, it’s smart to buy nice stuff in an intelligent way and not just throwing away money, I’m just super jealous 😂 (would love to have your gear). Like the humor of your videos too.
I like to save money in the weirdest situations 😜. The gear is to overcompensate for my personal lack of ruggedness, and I'm okay with that 😅. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
Fridges are a game changer! Bought a small cheap Amazon one 2 years ago, for a 10 day trip out west, and I still use it to this day. If you can't get a dometic, arb, etc.. grab a cheapo and insure it; most of us aren't going on 6 month, international trips, in our rigs so a Chinese cheapo works for 80% of us. Great review and advice! I'm going for a 270 awning soon.
For sure! Another viewer commented that his sub-$500 Rough Country fridge has been great. More and more selection on products like that lately and hopefully more to come. Thank you for watching and commenting! You'll love the awning once you get one!
Skid plates & rock sliders should be a priority. 529 are going to consume a lot more gas but so will a super charger which you won’t need w lowers gears. Lockers are very important. As is a winch. Forget the supercharger and spend the 6 grand on the above. I have plates, sliders, 529s and lockers front & back, bumpers and winch. On my 21 Tacoma & 96 LC.
The other air compressor is the same as napa. It is not bad but the power cord does get hot fast. I am planning on doing some upgrades to it and hope I trust it more. Kinda wish I just got the arb or the tjm one instead. It has worked everytime I used it though.
Thank you for your insight. I wonder what gauge wire they use for the power? I've read that these style compressors peak at almost 90 amps initially and settle to just under 60.
Glad you found it useful. I like that hashtag and wish I’d thought of it first. I think we’ll see much more competitive pricing as overlanding continues to grow. Thank you for watching and commenting!
If you like that paper towel holder you need to check out the Expedition Essentials one it’s the BOMB!! Only downside is it’s $65. Thanks for the video👍🏻
I've seen that one and yeah it looks great! $65 is a whole lotta bacon I could be eating though 🤔. Maybe if I lose that cheaper one I have out on the trail, maybe intentionally, who knows 😝. Thanks for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
I have not served our nation but have the greatest respect for those who have, are currently serving or will in the future. Thank you for watching and Happy New Year!
My 2 cents - get the front runner chair. Its just way easy to use and solid. For me I wish it was lighter as we are a family of 4 in a Taco. But size wise its no worries and the weight is a trade off il take for the ease of use and solid build. For now the kids get the cheap amazon helinox knock off ninja cluster lol cause the seating position is too high anyway on the Front Runners. Uncle Roger bro lol too funny!!!
I'll probably check it out, can always return it right away if I don't like it right? And, it's only a matter of time before the Helinox clones start making that Cafe Chair too 😆 Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
Finisher. Great video, lots of great info & considerations. Overlanding is expensive :) Thinking of the iKamper 3.0 mini RTT. Like the closed footprint (2dr Bronco) and the blackout material + comfy pad. At $3,700 - may be March '23 before I pull the trigger. Thanks again!
A lot of people love the iKamper so they must be pretty good. Yes, it can get definitely expensive if you go nuts. Just remember that gear alone doesn't make epic journeys. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Thanks for another good video! Re: propane fire pits, there is a square fire pit by Outland Living Firecube. We opted for that. Small enough to fit in our 5th Gen 4R and the shape makes it easier to pack around.
Thanks for these great tips. There are a lot of great ideas in here. This list never seems to end with this hobby! I have a '98 4Runner and have slowly been getting it out on trails and prepping it for overlanding. I have it setup to sleep inside (but haven't yet), and I really like that leveling kit you have. I've never seen that one - just those Lego looking devices (and they don't look like they would be great for tires). Enjoying your videos, and wow, you have some great areas to explore out there in CA!
Thank you for watching and commenting! Yeah, that leveling kit takes up a bit of room but has come in handy a number of times. My buddy sleeps in the back of his 3rd Gen 4Runner and he says it's cozy. Hopefully these atmospheric rivers lately don't wash away too many areas out here.
Came across your channel today and I just want to say that I am really enjoying your content! I've been camping/overlanding for a decade but I always like to browse the internet for newer videos/guides just to make sure I don't fall behind or miss something super simple. If you're new to overlanding, you have great tips. If you're a seasoned overlander, you also have great tips. I've spent my family fortune (I don't have a family fortune, but with the money I've spent so far it might've been a fortune 50 years ago) on all my gear. P.S. YOTAs for life. Love your older-gen 4Runner. I'm working with a 2007 6-speed manual FJ Cruiser :)
Thank you for watching and commenting! Yeah, I think overlanding is one of those things where your knowledge grows with experience but there's ALWAYS something new to learn. I'll never "master" it, but then again, I don't ever want to. 👊 to a fellow Toyota enthusiast!
Absolutely loving your channel! You put so much care and detail into explaining (and illustrating!) things - it is much appreciated. So many cool items here to consider. I wanted to ask: how exactly do you transport your propane tanks? And do you put them right in the back of the 4Runner? I want to get a 5 pound tank instead of using the little 1 pound bottles, but I’m worried about transporting the larger tank in the back of my SUV. Thank you so much!
You should not transport a propane tank inside the cabin of your vehicle as it can be a hazard if it leaks or if it's just loose (not strapped down). That being said, this is a case of do as I say and not as I do since I have been transporting it in the vehicle and keep it strapped down. From what I understand, keep it upright and never leave it in the vehicle on hot days. I have plans for a swing-out rear bumper where I can properly mount a propane tank in the future but for now that'll have to do. Another idea is to get one of them hitch mounted basket/carrier thingies if you have a hitch. Thank you for watching!
@GGG4Runner That's the conclusion I've come to in my research, too. Looking forward to seeing your video showing the new mount. Thanks again for all the great content -- it's truly helpful as well as wonderfully genuine.
Thanks for the video. Great content on your site you've got a new subscriber. As far as the shower situation I went with the Joolca Hottap. It works really well and that instant hot water and shower is a game changer for extended trips. There's a bit of setup involved but well worth it in my opinion.
It's a Kenwood unit that retains the angle setting even when it's off so it's not constantly moving in and out when you turn it on and off. I'm not sure what other brands have that feature. Thanks for watching!
Here in the UK we don't get the great range of kit you have in the US but nor do we get bears or anything wild that can kill you (just my wife when I buy something I think I need) great videos and proper advice look forward to seeing more. Happy new year.
How is overlanding in the UK? From what I understand there is very little public land. But that's just my dangerously under-educated American naivete talking. Thank you for watching/commenting and Happy New Year to you as well!
@@ggg4runner hi I live in Scotland which is better for wildcamping but very little public land and a lot of pressure from the growth in RV camper vans. Luckily Europe is a boat trip away. I do envy the scale if the US having driven much of the East Coast, best road trip New Orleans to Nasville I wish I could see more. May you all have a great 2023 and many trips.
As mentioned in my other comment, great video. One difference between diesel heaters and the propex is that the propex is either on or off, with no regulation while the most of the diesel heaters can be set at one of 5 settings plus on/off so they are a little easier to regulate temp. But I am with you that a propane option like the propex is preferable over having to deal with diesel, I just wish someone would come out with an option that more closely resembles the diesel heaters in flexibility and cost (if propex was $500, or less it would be perfect, but at about $1000 it’s too much for my use cases).
I have read that about the lack of output settings with Propex. The thing with the diesel/gasoline heaters though is that there is no middle ground to pricing as you mentioned. You either get cheap knockoff that may or may not work consistently and then you have the the big names like Webasto, Espar, and Planar that cost as much or quite a lot more than that Propex HS2211. I'm back and forth but leaning towards that Propex one like I said in the video, though I hope there's a middle-ground solution that comes out before I just buy something.
Dude! Christmas night 🎄 Truly enjoyed your video. Thank you! Now…my question. Where did you get the side contractions to store the recovery planks and propane tank? Also…after watching ton of videos. About compressors🌬. And chose to bite the bullet and bought nitrogen tank. I’m in San Gabriel Valley…would love to buy you cup of coffee and chat.
The mounting panels on the rear side windows? Mine are made by www.joesoriginalequipment.com/ but several roof rack companies are making them now for their respective racks. I think Joe's was the first if I'm not mistaken. I like the idea of those PowerTanks but I just simply don't have room for one. Appreciate the coffee offer, maybe next time I'm down that way as I do have relatives in Monrovia. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! Happy New Year!
Working on that How to Plan an Overlanding Trip 101 video as I'm typing this. I'll add some more details on campsite selection for you. Thanks for commenting! Happy New Year!
Hey man. I just found your channel today! Love everything you put out so far. I’m a 22 year old who always wanted to venture. I just placed an order for a 2023 Solar octane trd pro 4Runner 2 months ago. Sadly due to this crazy pandemic I won’t be getting it till this year December. Nonetheless, I just cannot wait to explore. I’ve been thinking about starting off soft like local camp grounds. Any tips you can offer me?
Dang December?!? That’s nuts. It’s funny you ask that last question because the Overland Trip Planning 101 video will be out on Saturday so keep an eye out for that. Thank you for watching and saying hi!
I thought I wanted a rooftop tent but I thought about how old I am. When I gotta pee I gotta pee now 😩 I could see myself trapped in the ladder and breaking my leg pissing all over myself lol and having a broken leg. So I got a canopy camper for my tacoma. No ladder
I get it, neither can we. Our 90+ lbs Giant Schnauzer and Mini Schnauzer get cozy in the area that used to be the rear seats. No one says you have to have a RTT, we just prefer one.
The link for the Agency6 grab handles is in the description. The ring things are called Pad Eyes and can be found on Amazon and hardware stores. Thank you for watching!
Hi again, I used GFC's 1/4-20 t-nuts which protrude past the surface of the extrusion as you already know. So, I added some large washers with a hole big enough to go around the t-nut to offset the protruded length. I suppose you can be less ghetto and drill out the back of the handle to accommodate for the t-nut but it works for me.
Dude, you GOTTA try the Lavabox. It puts out great heat and takes up so much less space. Our buddy HAD the same propane fire pit as you, then switched after they hung out by the fire next to our Lavabox. Buy it at Overland Expo West and save yourself some money.
I love overlanding gear... well, not ALL of it. Here's the good, the bad and the downright ugly of my overland gear.
Links for stuff in the video are in the description above. Thanks for watching! See more here th-cam.com/play/PLmzj4XGk6kUgT54Wolz0uKM7PE8rZe-6j.html
Uncle roger reference was the million dollar shot 😂
He stoles my precious name 😩 aiyahhh
Even if you kept your rooftop tent to sleep in, having a ground tent for hanging out in on a rainy day, changing clothes, keeping all your stuff dry is a good thing to have. I sleep on a cot inside a ground tent. So much more comfortable than climbing in and out of a rooftop tent. They sure look cool but they’re not for me.
They’re not for everyone for sure. I use a ground tent to mark my territory 😂 thank you for watching and commenting!
@@ggg4runner that's a good idea, i plan on getting a small cheap tent so i can mark my territory as well! that way in case i have to move my truck, i can still secure the campground for those camp pirates!
I thought about a rooftop tent, but just can't justify the expense and don't want to haul it around all the time or have to take it off and store it. I am about to sell a teardop trailer I had been using and can't stand sleeping on the ground, so I'm also going to tent camping with a sleeping bag on a cot. If I'm only going to be somewhere for a night or two and don't feel like setting up and taking down the tent, I'll sleep in the back of my 4Runner.
Hey I’m trained in combat medicine and I’d highly recommend replacing that wound powder with some combat gauze. The powder can cause blood clots and the combat gauze does the same thing
I will take a look. Thanks for the tip!
ditch the air compressor all together and get a CO2 tank. I can air up 4 35" tires from 22 psi to 36 psi in under 2 minutes. one 10 lbs bottle will fill approx 14 tires. Cost about $22 to refill
Thanks for watching and for the suggestion!
Hey, still awake here! Thanks for the chuckles (and occasional belly laugh) and the great content.
Thank YOU for watching and commenting!
The DOG! Creeping me out ! 🤣🤣🤣
Yeah, he’s 18 lbs of pure evil creeper👀
The bear got me!!!😂😂😂. Ok, I’m subbed
Bear is more popular than I am 😅
Need More M.S.G on your video man love it Uncle roger Overlander 😂 enjoy your content mam hope 1 day you up in Seattle doing some overland..🤙 stay safe out OverLanding brother I got rice too 🤭
Heck yeah (M)ake (S)💩 (G)ood... and Rice! Gotta get those complex carbohydrates and B6 somehow 😂. PNW is for sure on my bucket list. Thank you for watching and commenting!
For mattress I bought a Serta mattress topper. I use it all the time in my 4Runner currently doing my longest overlanding trip. Your channel is awesome! I’m glad that I found your channel and you’re calling it Overlanding instead of living out of your car that way people aren’t looking at you like your homeless bum. Your channels really great
Another Northern Albertan found your channel and commenting. Love the witty humour and content.
Welcome aboard! Thank you for watching and commenting!
Love your videos.. informative and your out cuts of sound bites and video is 🤗
Thank you for watching and commenting again!
We call the jack a handy man jack and learn how to use it safely cause i've seen them pop off or not locked properly and the truck came crashing down but no one got hurt thankfully but they are awesome!
Getting into Overlanding and your channel is really helping me learn alot. Also...very accurate Uncle Roger impression, love it! Lol subscribing for sure.
Glad the videos are helping and thank you for subbing!
okay Roger I love your videos but you have me feeling so ready to take my Jeep Renegade out in those dusty streets with my soft camping behind and get in trouble LOL! Please keep making videos I am just about ready for some next level camping!
😂 just do it! Research spots, pick one nearby and just go. Thanks for watching!
Dude you’re funny! thanks for the idea ;) 😂
Thanks for watching! Which idea?
Great sense of humor
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Loved that you managed to use "amuse bouche" in an overlanding gear video. Good info and I was thoroughly entertained by your jokes. Subbed!
😂 paste before milk and cookies. Thank you for watching, commenting and subbing! Happy new year!
Uncle R would respect the reference
😆 hope so, that dudes’s hilarious
I get the rice cooker, that's like me and the espresso pot 😂
Just found your channel and LOVING it. Quite funny moments lol and great production edits while making great info points. Instantly liked and subbed! Looking forward to more 😮😂
Thank you for taking the time to comment! Appreciate the sub 👊🏼
So much good info in here. And it's hilarious 😂
Super funny. Can’t decide if you are trolling the trolls, or just beating them down with humility. Thank you for the listing of items, adding a bunch to my checklist
Just trying to be as honest as I can while trying to make it fun. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
The EZ flate compressor, Desert Air or mooreflate one are all solid choices.
Thank you for the suggestions!
Funny and informative
Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching and commenting!
Keep it up, really enjoyed your videos so far
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I’ve been using a Camp Chef Everest everyday for over 4 years. It’s not going to break. 👊🏻
Funny and informative ☝
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This guy is too funny, enjoying the content. 🎉
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I'm new to overland camping. Lifestyle change.
Your channel is great. Ty.
I haven't laughed watching a video a TH-cam video as I have with this one. Haha you're a funny dude.
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy New Year!
Happy new year!
A Tool video would cool
Anything specific you want to see or just an overview of what I bring on adventures? Thank you for watching and commenting!
Thanks!
Thank you so much 👊🏼
Awesome video! I have 275s with a 4.88 gears and it gets along just fine!
Thanks for the gearing insight and thanks for watching!
Lol. This is a great video. And helpful.
Thanks for watching!
Another great video, man. Keep em coming! 👍
I'll try!
Hi Roger, great post. I really like your casual fun presentation style.
About the gears, the 3gen 4runner has smaller pumpkins than the 4th/5th gens, so I’d keep it to 4.88 for gears. 5.29 will require a smaller pinion to fit and is weaker than the 4.88.
I run 35s on my 5th gen and 4.88 is still feels just a hair short, but it shifts well and gets about 12.5 to 13 MPG even weighted down like it is.
Anyway, I really enjoy your channel and I’ve subscribed!
Cheers,
Mike
Thanks for the recommendation and the sub Mike!
WOW, how did i miss this channel? Just subed and will be binge watching.
Appreciate you 👊
YOU are amazing! Thank you for all the information.
Thanks for watching!
Cool and funny video dude. I am in SoCal also. Maybe we bump into each other at the trail or campgrounds. Or if you’re interested we can do some overlanding with you guys and my family.
I'm actually in the Bay Area but it's a small world and I'm down in SoCal a couple times a year. Thank you for watching and happy trails!
I have no idea if you will see this after all this time. But instead of those big plastic potato chip bag holders get the black paper clips where the silver part folds down and it clamps on tight to a whole sheaf of papers. That's gonna hold your bag closed really tight and takes up very little room.
And yes, am hoping you did a video showing tools you carry.
Ah yeah, I used those sometimes but another viewer turned me on to Gripstic and those are amazing. Good lookin' out though! 👊
I haven't done a dedicated video just on tools but I talked about that topic a little bit here: th-cam.com/video/ichoUNBi2jc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=REPwsE2HlNn1-doG
Roger!!!! Come to oregon and lets go on a trip! Oregon BDR? Great video. Loving your channel
It's on my list! Wife likes mountains better than desert stuff so as soon as she's able to take a longer trip.
Good video man. 👍
Appreciate you watching!
Dude, I love your sense of humor. Love your videos too. I used to have a third Gen 4Runner. I agree how slow and underpowered it was. I switched to an 01 Sequoia. Love it. Thanks for putting in the time making your videos. I bought the Napa compressor and absolutely love it. Need to mod it like dirt lifestyle Nate did with the pressure switch.
I saw those videos too which is what got me interested in that NAPA one. I might get lazy and just do that EZFlate one and I just saw that MORRFlate (that 4-way inflation hose I run) has the same darn compressor too. Plus, that NAPA never seems to be in-stock in my area. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
Missing out on some Klymit gear. Great pillows and chairs
I'll take a look, thanks for the rec!
I love these videos 🤣
Thank you for watching and commenting!
I'm a 63 young female, who bought my dream Jeep and am learning how to overland. I've watched a lot of videos but am so happy I found yours.
Congrats! What Jeep did you get? And, I'm glad you liked the video!
@@ggg4runner
05 Rubicon lifted with 35`s. It was built for crawling so it's got some nice goodies. Ragtop 6 speed standard. 😁
Thank you for asking. 🙂
You are out-wheeling me for sure! Take care and happy trails!
Love the video 📹
Glad to hear that! Thank you for watching and commenting!
Thanks for sharing. The awning is awesome!
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First, love your videos. They are great. Second, I am sure you’ve upgraded the compressor by now but I have the 88p compressor and it fills my 35” tires in under 15 min (all 4 in total). I think your issue is, it’s not designed to do 4 tires at once. You could upgrade to the 400p but at the price point there may be other options to fit your needs.
I finally upgraded the compressor but glad I waited so long, video soon explaining why
Check out the Ikamper. I have the original that started on Kickstarter. I love it. It has plenty of room for two adults. The floor space is equivalent to a California king in width and a regular king bed in length. I love it. It is a hard top. The Ikamper also has an awesome rain fly for the door. Unless it’s a monsoon extreme high winds, it will be dry and rain won’t blow in. They have a bigger rain fly option as well as ground tent option that is awesome.
I thought about iKamper prior to buying mine but the GFC gives me more flexibility with mounting stuff the way I have my setup (awning on driver side, privacy enclosure on passenger side, 200w of solar on the roof but have the room to double that). Appreciate you for the suggestion though!
I just looked and Napa has their air compressor in stock!!! It's also 20% off!!! 😮
😫 of course it is since I just ordered something else
You might have trouble registering your 4-Runner with DMV if you go with the supercharger.
You can install an attic in your rig to have even more storage places. I have the Front Runner chair that goes in my attic.
The Magnuson superchargers are CARB certified. I'll look into the attic idea, thanks.
@@ggg4runner I have a CARB approved Magnusson supercharger on my Chevy truck and I have to get a "special" smog certificate ever since they don't allow modifications to the chip.
@PittiesAndMore ahh, the 3rd gen 4Runner ones don’t touch the ECU but it’s probably not gonna happen anyways so doesn’t matter
Man, great job...you mentioned items I didn't even think about. Thanks!
Anytime! Thank you for watching and commenting!
Another good Video, glade I subscribed. One thing I do is take a pic of the forest service map with my I pad. I can use it as a reference since I'm old and used to using paper maps and I can zoom in so I can see the small details.
Which USDA FS maps? Topo, MVUM or something else? You can download some PDF maps on their website. And, I'll go over some GAIA GPS map layers in the next video like the MVUM layer. But either way, good tip, too many people rely on just Google Maps or whatever and then get lost 😖
Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing!
@@ggg4runner I have subscribed to GAIA in the past but found it was a little hard to use. I usually get the Forest Service maps from the visitor center. So I can get the big picture of my route and after taking a pic of it with my I pad I can zoom in for more detail. Also I use a Garmin Overlander GPS.
@@blackpanoverland3852 That Garmin Overlander is super powerful and all you need! I get it, GAIA isn't exactly intuitive to use. Hopefully I still have some info that's useful to you in that next video.
Ditch the chip clips, and get yourself some gripstics. Those things are game changers. Kept large bag of pretzels fresh for over 3 months. They also take up less space. Just make sure you don't buy knock-off. I hear they're not as good.
Oh WTH where have these been my whole life?!? Thanks for the tip! 👊🏼
@ggg4runner NP, trick with them is pulling them on, if you try pushing them on, it will drive you crazy.
copy that!
Got them yesterday. Life... altering... 👊
@ggg4runner they work on zip locks too, just take a bag fill it with air, and put one on then squeeze it. You will see how well they seal. Another tip with them, sometimes if your bag is too thin, fold it twice before sliding it under both folds.
These things save so much money/food that I have 3 multi packs at home and keep 2 sets on my boat lol. That's the only down side to them, they keep things fresh so long they stay on bags forever so i needed more lol.
On the boat they're a total necessity as the salt air ruins any open food almost immediately.
Great channel. Looking forward to more future contents.
Much appreciated and more to come! Thank you for watching and commenting!
I've struggle with all camping chairs due to a back issue. I've just discovered directors chairs, those cloth and wood chairs. They seem to work for me, you kinda have to have good posture in one and engage the core when sitting. Idk, everyone's different. They also don't pack too small, but they do fold flat and store easily.
You might like those Front Runner chairs then as it's basically a camping version of a directors chair amzn.to/3UrFUzo
Love you videos informative and entertaining I laugh a lot thank you. Going to Loveland in August for ideas have a tundra crew max with a topper that’s the start of my over landing .
Thanks for watching and have a great time at overland expo!
Found your videos yesterday.thanks for the helpful tips.
I've got a sunfire red '00 4unner. Just got my new set of AT tires and looking forward to a road trip this summer. The previous owner/first owner had the TRD supercharger installed when he got the truck delivered new. I like it could definitely feel torquier. Im at 200k miles, enjoying the Runner.
Thanks for watching! Sounds like you have an awesome 3rd gen 4R! Happy trails!
SmityBuild or thors lighting both have good air compressors
Thanks for the suggestions and for watching!
Loving your videos! I hope your channel goes viral. Your reviews, knowledge, and comedic genius are just outstanding!
Wow, thank you! Appreciate the kind words. Thank YOU for watching and taking the time to comment!
Great video. You killed me at the end talking about the coin needed for the ARB compressor after going through the tens of thousands of dollars of gear you already have. Not complaining, it’s smart to buy nice stuff in an intelligent way and not just throwing away money, I’m just super jealous 😂 (would love to have your gear). Like the humor of your videos too.
I like to save money in the weirdest situations 😜. The gear is to overcompensate for my personal lack of ruggedness, and I'm okay with that 😅. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
@@ggg4runner ha, hey, you’re getting out there a lot more than I am. Keep up the good work.
Smitty built makes a real power house compressor
Yup! Seen those but thank you for the recommendation and thank you for watching! Happy New Year!
Fridges are a game changer! Bought a small cheap Amazon one 2 years ago, for a 10 day trip out west, and I still use it to this day. If you can't get a dometic, arb, etc.. grab a cheapo and insure it; most of us aren't going on 6 month, international trips, in our rigs so a Chinese cheapo works for 80% of us.
Great review and advice! I'm going for a 270 awning soon.
For sure! Another viewer commented that his sub-$500 Rough Country fridge has been great. More and more selection on products like that lately and hopefully more to come. Thank you for watching and commenting! You'll love the awning once you get one!
Fuiyoh! Loved the Uncle Roger reference 😂
I finally learned that "fuiyoh" is Malaysian slang 😅
Skid plates & rock sliders should be a priority. 529 are going to consume a lot more gas but so will a super charger which you won’t need w lowers gears. Lockers are very important. As is a winch. Forget the supercharger and spend the 6 grand on the above. I have plates, sliders, 529s and lockers front & back, bumpers and winch. On my 21 Tacoma & 96 LC.
Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!
Thank you, keep doing videos I like your channel
Thank you for watching!
The other air compressor is the same as napa. It is not bad but the power cord does get hot fast. I am planning on doing some upgrades to it and hope I trust it more. Kinda wish I just got the arb or the tjm one instead. It has worked everytime I used it though.
Thank you for your insight. I wonder what gauge wire they use for the power? I've read that these style compressors peak at almost 90 amps initially and settle to just under 60.
I use a 10lb co2 tank, I have 35’s, fill all 4, about 3 dozen times in 35 seconds each tire
Yeah, I've heard those are super fast but I just really don't have room for one 😩
How many uses do you get out of that 10lb tank? I'm in the market for something as well and I am going between co2 and compressor.
Love the vids! Keep it up, very informative!
Glad you like them, more on the way. Thank you for watching and commenting!
It's a bit warmer today Roger. It's a hot -16c today
😅 I don't know how you guys do it, we're just spoiled here. It's 17C here right now 😬
Love your videos, Roger. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Glad you like them! Thank you for watching and commenting!
damn this video was LOADED with good stuff. this is my type of products. not too expensive. not too cheap. #premiumbudget
Glad you found it useful. I like that hashtag and wish I’d thought of it first. I think we’ll see much more competitive pricing as overlanding continues to grow. Thank you for watching and commenting!
If you like that paper towel holder you need to check out the Expedition Essentials one it’s the BOMB!! Only downside is it’s $65. Thanks for the video👍🏻
I've seen that one and yeah it looks great! $65 is a whole lotta bacon I could be eating though 🤔. Maybe if I lose that cheaper one I have out on the trail, maybe intentionally, who knows 😝. Thanks for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
I Love This Video - It Really Helps. Thx Man!
Glad it helped! Thank you for watching and commenting.
Good Stuff, I like the style of your videos…I noticed the blanket in the background,
current or former Navy?
I have not served our nation but have the greatest respect for those who have, are currently serving or will in the future. Thank you for watching and Happy New Year!
My 2 cents - get the front runner chair. Its just way easy to use and solid. For me I wish it was lighter as we are a family of 4 in a Taco. But size wise its no worries and the weight is a trade off il take for the ease of use and solid build. For now the kids get the cheap amazon helinox knock off ninja cluster lol cause the seating position is too high anyway on the Front Runners. Uncle Roger bro lol too funny!!!
I'll probably check it out, can always return it right away if I don't like it right? And, it's only a matter of time before the Helinox clones start making that Cafe Chair too 😆 Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!
The iclimb chair is similar to the FR - flat & packable. Though with table it is 5.9” wide packed and a bit heavier.
Finisher. Great video, lots of great info & considerations. Overlanding is expensive :) Thinking of the iKamper 3.0 mini RTT. Like the closed footprint (2dr Bronco) and the blackout material + comfy pad. At $3,700 - may be March '23 before I pull the trigger. Thanks again!
A lot of people love the iKamper so they must be pretty good. Yes, it can get definitely expensive if you go nuts. Just remember that gear alone doesn't make epic journeys. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Love the video! Since you already have MF hose, going with MORRFlate TenSix or FiveSix would be a reasonable choice for air compressors.
Got something similar, review video coming next week! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for another good video! Re: propane fire pits, there is a square fire pit by Outland Living Firecube. We opted for that. Small enough to fit in our 5th Gen 4R and the shape makes it easier to pack around.
Ooo, that one's pretty neat and reasonably priced to boot! Thanks for sharing that and for watching/commenting!
Thanks for these great tips. There are a lot of great ideas in here. This list never seems to end with this hobby! I have a '98 4Runner and have slowly been getting it out on trails and prepping it for overlanding. I have it setup to sleep inside (but haven't yet), and I really like that leveling kit you have. I've never seen that one - just those Lego looking devices (and they don't look like they would be great for tires). Enjoying your videos, and wow, you have some great areas to explore out there in CA!
Thank you for watching and commenting! Yeah, that leveling kit takes up a bit of room but has come in handy a number of times. My buddy sleeps in the back of his 3rd Gen 4Runner and he says it's cozy. Hopefully these atmospheric rivers lately don't wash away too many areas out here.
Came across your channel today and I just want to say that I am really enjoying your content!
I've been camping/overlanding for a decade but I always like to browse the internet for newer videos/guides just to make sure I don't fall behind or miss something super simple.
If you're new to overlanding, you have great tips. If you're a seasoned overlander, you also have great tips. I've spent my family fortune (I don't have a family fortune, but with the money I've spent so far it might've been a fortune 50 years ago) on all my gear.
P.S.
YOTAs for life. Love your older-gen 4Runner. I'm working with a 2007 6-speed manual FJ Cruiser :)
Thank you for watching and commenting! Yeah, I think overlanding is one of those things where your knowledge grows with experience but there's ALWAYS something new to learn. I'll never "master" it, but then again, I don't ever want to. 👊 to a fellow Toyota enthusiast!
Absolutely loving your channel! You put so much care and detail into explaining (and illustrating!) things - it is much appreciated. So many cool items here to consider. I wanted to ask: how exactly do you transport your propane tanks? And do you put them right in the back of the 4Runner? I want to get a 5 pound tank instead of using the little 1 pound bottles, but I’m worried about transporting the larger tank in the back of my SUV. Thank you so much!
You should not transport a propane tank inside the cabin of your vehicle as it can be a hazard if it leaks or if it's just loose (not strapped down). That being said, this is a case of do as I say and not as I do since I have been transporting it in the vehicle and keep it strapped down. From what I understand, keep it upright and never leave it in the vehicle on hot days. I have plans for a swing-out rear bumper where I can properly mount a propane tank in the future but for now that'll have to do. Another idea is to get one of them hitch mounted basket/carrier thingies if you have a hitch.
Thank you for watching!
@GGG4Runner That's the conclusion I've come to in my research, too. Looking forward to seeing your video showing the new mount. Thanks again for all the great content -- it's truly helpful as well as wonderfully genuine.
Thanks for the video. Great content on your site you've got a new subscriber. As far as the shower situation I went with the Joolca Hottap. It works really well and that instant hot water and shower is a game changer for extended trips. There's a bit of setup involved but well worth it in my opinion.
Thank you for subbing! The Joolca is one of the first ones I saw and it seems that most people are pretty happy with it, thanks for the suggestion!
Dude yes, I need to get back into WoW. The highest character I’ve had was 45. I have played on and off since 2006. Mainly off but have played. Lol
The old vanilla WoW days were the best
@@ggg4runner I haven’t played since I believe 2013 right after I got out of the Army.
@@koalafan1576 thank you for your service
👍🏼 great video
Hi thanks for the entretaining and intresting videos, what stereodo you have that is at an angle?
It's a Kenwood unit that retains the angle setting even when it's off so it's not constantly moving in and out when you turn it on and off. I'm not sure what other brands have that feature. Thanks for watching!
Here in the UK we don't get the great range of kit you have in the US but nor do we get bears or anything wild that can kill you (just my wife when I buy something I think I need) great videos and proper advice look forward to seeing more. Happy new year.
How is overlanding in the UK? From what I understand there is very little public land. But that's just my dangerously under-educated American naivete talking. Thank you for watching/commenting and Happy New Year to you as well!
@@ggg4runner hi
I live in Scotland which is better for wildcamping but very little public land and a lot of pressure from the growth in RV camper vans. Luckily Europe is a boat trip away. I do envy the scale if the US having driven much of the East Coast, best road trip New Orleans to Nasville I wish I could see more. May you all have a great 2023 and many trips.
As mentioned in my other comment, great video. One difference between diesel heaters and the propex is that the propex is either on or off, with no regulation while the most of the diesel heaters can be set at one of 5 settings plus on/off so they are a little easier to regulate temp. But I am with you that a propane option like the propex is preferable over having to deal with diesel, I just wish someone would come out with an option that more closely resembles the diesel heaters in flexibility and cost (if propex was $500, or less it would be perfect, but at about $1000 it’s too much for my use cases).
I have read that about the lack of output settings with Propex. The thing with the diesel/gasoline heaters though is that there is no middle ground to pricing as you mentioned. You either get cheap knockoff that may or may not work consistently and then you have the the big names like Webasto, Espar, and Planar that cost as much or quite a lot more than that Propex HS2211. I'm back and forth but leaning towards that Propex one like I said in the video, though I hope there's a middle-ground solution that comes out before I just buy something.
Dude! Christmas night 🎄 Truly enjoyed your video. Thank you! Now…my question. Where did you get the side contractions to store the recovery planks and propane tank? Also…after watching ton of videos. About compressors🌬. And chose to bite the bullet and bought nitrogen tank. I’m in San Gabriel Valley…would love to buy you cup of coffee and chat.
The mounting panels on the rear side windows? Mine are made by www.joesoriginalequipment.com/ but several roof rack companies are making them now for their respective racks. I think Joe's was the first if I'm not mistaken. I like the idea of those PowerTanks but I just simply don't have room for one.
Appreciate the coffee offer, maybe next time I'm down that way as I do have relatives in Monrovia. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! Happy New Year!
Roger , tell us how to select campsite and where to go? What is legal and what is not ？ I never overlanding before
Working on that How to Plan an Overlanding Trip 101 video as I'm typing this. I'll add some more details on campsite selection for you. Thanks for commenting! Happy New Year!
Thanks Roger , Lexapro helping me, good luck, I be waiting for your video
Hey man. I just found your channel today! Love everything you put out so far. I’m a 22 year old who always wanted to venture. I just placed an order for a 2023 Solar octane trd pro 4Runner 2 months ago. Sadly due to this crazy pandemic I won’t be getting it till this year December. Nonetheless, I just cannot wait to explore. I’ve been thinking about starting off soft like local camp grounds. Any tips you can offer me?
Dang December?!? That’s nuts. It’s funny you ask that last question because the Overland Trip Planning 101 video will be out on Saturday so keep an eye out for that. Thank you for watching and saying hi!
@@ggg4runner thanks for heads up!
Complains about space the fire pit takes up sitting next to a 12" subwoofer. LOL. Hey as a fellow audiophile, I can relate. Don't fuck with my radio.
🤣 You give me too much credit, it’s just a 10..But but it’s only 0.6 cu ft 😬
Thank you for watching!
Glad I found your channel man. Sub'd!
@@patrickdoyle6519 appreciate you 👊🏼
I thought I wanted a rooftop tent but I thought about how old I am. When I gotta pee I gotta pee now 😩 I could see myself trapped in the ladder and breaking my leg pissing all over myself lol and having a broken leg. So I got a canopy camper for my tacoma. No ladder
They’re not for everyone and I’m sure in a few years I’ll want a truck camper instead. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I have the gazelle over land ground tent. I cant get my dog up into a rtt.
I get it, neither can we. Our 90+ lbs Giant Schnauzer and Mini Schnauzer get cozy in the area that used to be the rear seats. No one says you have to have a RTT, we just prefer one.
Another great VDO. Where did you get the Ring and red handle attached to GFC?
The link for the Agency6 grab handles is in the description. The ring things are called Pad Eyes and can be found on Amazon and hardware stores. Thank you for watching!
@@ggg4runner Hi I manage to get the handle. Could you point me to where to get t-nut to fit it. the part didn't fit GFC.
Hi again, I used GFC's 1/4-20 t-nuts which protrude past the surface of the extrusion as you already know. So, I added some large washers with a hole big enough to go around the t-nut to offset the protruded length. I suppose you can be less ghetto and drill out the back of the handle to accommodate for the t-nut but it works for me.
Content was great for your target audience. I learned nothing yet thoroughly enjoyed your video. Keep up the great vids
😅 Thank you for watching and commenting!
old school korean grampa pillows filled with buckwheat husks. lightweight and does not retain heat.
Funny you mention that because wife and I have tried those and just can’t get used to them. But I’ll probably give it another shot at some point.
@@ggg4runner It is fairly firm so not the most comfortable. Maaybe one has to be a bit of a masochist to enjoy it. haha
Dude, you GOTTA try the Lavabox. It puts out great heat and takes up so much less space. Our buddy HAD the same propane fire pit as you, then switched after they hung out by the fire next to our Lavabox. Buy it at Overland Expo West and save yourself some money.
Thanks for your input, I'll give them another look!
Check out DampRid for condensation.
Will try that next time, bought some 👍🏼😃