Recent content by Turnbull_Ox

Budget is what kind of led me to thinking about a pop up tonneau camper. Its sort of the best of both worlds and cost effective.

Right off the top of my head, I would say aesthetics as well as fuel economy. I prefer the look of a tonneau or open bed over a camper shell. And you get to use a roof rack without having it sticking up over the roof line and effecting your aerodynamics so much. Lastly, it's a lot easier to...

How are the rtt's in colder weather? Is it pretty much the same as any other tent, condensation and all? Another idea I considered is a pop-up tonneau tent. I've seen examples that function like a normal tonneau as well as a couple custom examples that pop straight up at all four corners...

Yes, I have my eyes on a chevy colorado specifically. I understand if there are a couple people saying "really??" Cause I kinda felt that way at first, but after some research I came to this conclusion based on fuel economy (I recently moved back east) and I personally am a big fan of inline...

I was originally plannin on an engine swap in my current 99 yukon. But my circumstances have changed and I will instead be getting a new(er) rig. I have decided an extended cab pick up is what I want. I'm pretty well set on a specific make a model that will fulfill my preliminary requirements of...

It's actually pretty popular to put a cummins in chevy trucks. And there are kits available. However I think you guys are probably right in terms of ease when it comes to not only installation but also on the flu repairs. Any suggestions on the best t-case to pair with a 5.3?

So I currently own a 1999 (obs) gmc yukon that I thoroughly love and have many a plan for, but she's old and tired and the time for a new heart is looming. I've pulled inspiration from the cucv and lssv trucks built for military service and plan on going in a similar direction, to include a...

sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I felt compelled to inform you that most mid 2000 Volkswagen vehicles came with a small solar panel trickle charger. I used to manage an auto salvage yard, and speaking from experience you can probably get one for next to nothing.

Thanks Timberwolf, I will definitely be starting a library with that series of trail books!

So, I'm trying to plan a trip between a bunch of buddies back home (Chicago) and myself (SoCal) for sometime next year. We have pretty much decided amongst ourselves that Montana is the target rendezvous point, only problem is...none of us have been to Montana. And to make matters a little more...

Hey everyone! Location: Orange County, California Rig: 99 GMC Yukon SLT Overlanding Experience: Novice, but that will be changing soon!