Overlanding and Camping Mod Thread

[Transient]

2 hours ago, Gangly said:

Since its an overlanding topic, I did a little driving and wound up camping inside of Sam Houston National Forest with some buddies this past friday evening.  I thought I was pretty careful but I still managed to give "Hank" a few truck length pin-stripes.  It was worth it though, I needed the time and distance from society.      

 

Same thing happened to me last time I went offroading.  If you'd like my shopping list of things to get so you can remove those pin stripes just let me know.  All you need is a power drill. 

[Gangly]

3 minutes ago, Transient said:

Same thing happened to me last time I went offroading.  If you'd like my shopping list of things to get so you can remove those pin stripes just let me know.  All you need is a power drill. 

I might take you up on that.  The Meguires Scratch X2.0 has taken care of most of my issues but if it doesn't I'll give you a hollar since I hate trying to guess on products.

[Transient]

6 minutes ago, Gangly said:

I might take you up on that.  The Meguires Scratch X2.0 has taken care of most of my issues but if it doesn't I'll give you a hollar since I hate trying to guess on products.

I've been using 3M.  It has worked very well for me.  My last trip pin striped both side of my truck from headlight to tail light.  Path had a rock wall on one side, a drop on the other, and overgrown bushes on both sides in the same location.  No way to go around, so through it I went. 

[Gangly]

18 minutes ago, Transient said:

I've been using 3M.  It has worked very well for me.  My last trip pin striped both side of my truck from headlight to tail light.  Path had a rock wall on one side, a drop on the other, and overgrown bushes on both sides in the same location.  No way to go around, so through it I went. 

Haha, that SUX.  Nothing worse than hearing that "screeeeeeeeeetch" and knowing there isn't a darn thing you can do but keep going...UGH!

[Transient]

1 hour ago, Gangly said:

Haha, that SUX.  Nothing worse than hearing that "screeeeeeeeeetch" and knowing there isn't a darn thing you can do but keep going...UGH!

Next time I go offroading I'm taking a chainsaw along, lol

[Icetracer]

I installed a Prinsu Universal Topper Roof Rack on my Snugtop truckbed topper last week. Mounts great on the rhino rack rails the snugtop dealer put on. Very sturdy. Here's a video I took showing what it looks like. 

 

I'm looking to mount an awning, fishing rod holder, kayak, and maybe a yakima skybox or similar. Also to carry extra diesel and recovery tracks. Might not all fit, so might have to get another rack over the cab. 

 

 

[Gangly]

That's pretty darn nice!  What awnings are you considering or have you started looking that far ahead yet?  An awning and winch plate are my next mods assuming Ill ever get a break from work.

[Icetracer]

3 hours ago, Gangly said:

That's pretty darn nice!  What awnings are you considering or have you started looking that far ahead yet?  An awning and winch plate are my next mods assuming Ill ever get a break from work.

 

I like it because it's very low profile. No wind noise from inside the cab with it empty. 

 

I pre-purchased the Overland Pro's Wraptor 6k 270 degree awning. They're backordered right now. I like this one because it can stand alone in non-windy conditions and I can set up and tear down by myself. They have a 270 degree 4k that's the normal 270 degree awning, the 6k has an extra piece that unfolds towards the front of the vehicle. I figured this would help cover more usable real estate by the doors since our trucks are long compared to 4runners/wranglers etc. The con is that it is heavy at 80 lb. 

 

Also the prinsu racks require a special awning mounting brackets that have a relief cut for side plate of the rack system. They sell their own in pairs, but for 80lb. awning, I probably will buy 2 sets of brackets. 

[Icetracer]

3 hours ago, Gangly said:

That's pretty darn nice!  What awnings are you considering or have you started looking that far ahead yet?  An awning and winch plate are my next mods assuming Ill ever get a break from work.

 

Also, can't tell what engine you have, but I haven't found a winch plate or bumper replacement for the diesel engine that works. I emailed Fabfours about it and they said the extra intercooler for the diesel engine sits lower than the gas and when they put the winch plate in, the computer threw some fault codes about lack of airflow/cooling. 

[Gangly]

On 5/28/2021 at 5:19 PM, Icetracer said:

 

Also, can't tell what engine you have, but I haven't found a winch plate or bumper replacement for the diesel engine that works. I emailed Fabfours about it and they said the extra intercooler for the diesel engine sits lower than the gas and when they put the winch plate in, the computer threw some fault codes about lack of airflow/cooling. 

I have a 5.3 and will be fab'ing my own winch plate when I get the time.  Unfortunately, nobody makes a hidden winch plate kit for our vehicles yet, regardless of engine type.

[Gangly]

On 5/28/2021 at 5:10 PM, Icetracer said:

 

I like it because it's very low profile. No wind noise from inside the cab with it empty. 

 

I pre-purchased the Overland Pro's Wraptor 6k 270 degree awning. They're backordered right now. I like this one because it can stand alone in non-windy conditions and I can set up and tear down by myself. They have a 270 degree 4k that's the normal 270 degree awning, the 6k has an extra piece that unfolds towards the front of the vehicle. I figured this would help cover more usable real estate by the doors since our trucks are long compared to 4runners/wranglers etc. The con is that it is heavy at 80 lb. 

 

Also the prinsu racks require a special awning mounting brackets that have a relief cut for side plate of the rack system. They sell their own in pairs, but for 80lb. awning, I probably will buy 2 sets of brackets. 

I haven't looked at theirs yet, I'll check out the 6k as I would like to have a stand alone in fair conditions as well.  Thanks !

[EricTheRed]

On 5/7/2021 at 8:22 AM, Unwrntd said:

Awesome thread!

 

Check out my build on IG @Adventure_Denali

 

I am currently building my 19 Denali 6.2 4x4

Current Mods:

 

Chassis Unlimited Octane front winch bumper

30" curved LED bar and 4x Pods (OffroadLEDs.com)

Warn VR-12 Winch

BDS 4" Lift

20" AT4 wheels with BFG K02s

Full size spare with BFG K02

Yakima Rack + Platform (Sold)

Bedslide 1000CL

ProEagle Kratos Jack

Retrax One XR Bed Cover

Zroad Ditch Lights

sPod Bantam

OEM transfer case skid plate

4x Rotopax fuel/water

Console and back seat locking boxes

Valhalla Offroad MAPS Panels

Desert Does it bottom seat mount panels

67 Designs Series 55 rails

ICS Fab Dash Platform

Auto Stop Eliminator

Multiprorocks tailgate Speaker System with 4x Polk Speakers

dee-zee tailgate assist

 

Parts on order:

Roof Rack: Alpha Foxtrot Designs

New Bed Rack: Xtrusion Overland

Rear Bumper: Chassis Unlimited Octane

Intake: Volant

 

Planned:

MaxTrax

270 degree awning
Roof Top Tent

waterport or something simillar

Redarc DC-DC Charger

Cascadia Hood mounted solar

Second Battery

Second Bantam

Portable Air

Pelican Cargo Cases

Additional undercarriage protection

GMRS Radio

More Lights
more Solar

 

 

 

So other than those couple of mods your truck is basically stock.

 

On 5/7/2021 at 8:22 AM, Unwrntd said:

 

[Unwrntd]

5 hours ago, EricTheRed said:

 

So other than those couple of mods your truck is basically stock.

 

 

 

uh yes? not sure what you're after lol.

[Robert Peters]

Overland Adventure 2021 recap. Just shy of 4000 miles, 8 states, 9 days, and no hotels. 

 

I upgraded my front suspension to Bilstein 6112's a week before I left. The 5160's were on backorder and never arrived. I also installed my Auxbeam 8 gang switch to control the lights and 12v accessory plug in the bed. I also installed a Midland MXT275 GMRS radio on a dedicated 12V socket in the cab. 

 

My Falken Wildpeak AT3W's (295/75R18) arrived on Thursday and I had them mounted on Friday. I brought them home and installed them an hour before I hit the road. I ended up buying a new OE wheel and full size spare to match the other 4 that luckily fit in the stock spare location. 

 

I had no problems, breakdowns, or other issues. The air filter was dirty after 3 days of Utah dust and I managed to get home with 8% oil life remaining. I averaged around 15mpg on the interstate and 17.5 in the mountains. 

 

It was a great trip and I would do it again but give myself more time to explore instead of hitting destinations each day. 

[Transient]

On 6/29/2021 at 11:06 AM, Robert Peters said:

Overland Adventure 2021 recap. Just shy of 4000 miles, 8 states, 9 days, and no hotels. 

 

I upgraded my front suspension to Bilstein 6112's a week before I left. The 5160's were on backorder and never arrived. I also installed my Auxbeam 8 gang switch to control the lights and 12v accessory plug in the bed. I also installed a Midland MXT275 GMRS radio on a dedicated 12V socket in the cab. 

 

My Falken Wildpeak AT3W's (295/75R18) arrived on Thursday and I had them mounted on Friday. I brought them home and installed them an hour before I hit the road. I ended up buying a new OE wheel and full size spare to match the other 4 that luckily fit in the stock spare location. 

 

I had no problems, breakdowns, or other issues. The air filter was dirty after 3 days of Utah dust and I managed to get home with 8% oil life remaining. I averaged around 15mpg on the interstate and 17.5 in the mountains. 

 

It was a great trip and I would do it again but give myself more time to explore instead of hitting destinations each day. 

Home, sweet home.  One day I shall return.