Video alert: Northstar X2Power Battery Installation! Overland Bound #0000 was in need of a new battery and as a result from much research and discussion with our community, we chose the Northstar X2Power Battery for our 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. A deep cycle battery is different than a standard car “starting” battery. The difference is […]
Boot Camp
Overland Bound Land Cruiser Vs Hollister Hills
We went to the Hollister Hills OHV Park to test out the Overland Bound Land Cruiser and see if we could get stuck! We finally accomplished that task in the infamous mud pit, but before that, we hit a number of obstacles to see how the FZJ80 would perform. Cross Axle Traction Most 4x4s will get stuck […]
Under Pressure: Onboard Air Compressor Setups
3 Reasons to ‘Pack 3 Cases’ for Overlanding
If You’re Always Ready To Go, You Will! Overland trip packing may seem daunting at first. The beauty of overlanding is the ability to travel long distances and access remote locations outdoors; however, the more space there is to outfit your rig, the more likely the proverbial ‘kitchen sink’ will come along for the ride. […]
How To: Off-Road Trail Tire Repair
WARNING: This video contains gratuitous images of a tire being drilled to demonstrate Off-Road Trail Tire Repair! Tire damage sustained while overlanding isn’t a question of ‘if’, it’s a question of ‘when’. No matter where you are or when the puncture happens, being prepared to make an off-road trail tire repair is key to ensuring […]
The Ultimate Overland Checklist
Out of Town in 20 Minutes!
I’f you have seen the “Ultimate Overland Checklist” article you have a good idea of what you need, and how you can update your list on an on-going basis. So what’s the point? If you have three cases, and you are always packed, you can leave with last minute notice…and you will! One stop by […]