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I agree, the cost of the CXHD is overly high IMHO as well; however, the reason I am going that route is that my family rafts and does astronomy on our trips which frequently take us through "civilized" places where temptation is apparently too high for some folks. I'll spend the extra up front...

For me it seems that all one really needs are the following items: 1. Appropriate first aid kit (includes map and compass) 2. Vehicle specific recovery kit (including tire repair) 3. Camping gear (relative term depending on personal tolerances) :tonguewink: Everything beyond that is a want...

Last item bought was a Decked system for the bed. Still waiting on delivery of it...supposed to have been today :rage: The next item is an ARE CXHD topper with Yakima rack, getting it ordered tomorrow. It's going to be an expensive year :sunglasses:

My 2012 4.6L DC is still almost a stock base package truck. I've added window vent visors, WeatherGuard mats, Bull Hide bed liner, and my HAM radios. It has been great for general forest service roads and up to intermediate offroad trails, and even a few ATV trails (no laws were broken) in...

I was sad when they eliminated the Rangers. I had a '92 with the 2.9L v6, Atlas II low-range transfer case, 4" lift, and I ran a 32.5" tall Explorer ProComp MT tires. It was primarily a solo person vehicle but my wife and I got out for long weekends in it frequently. I drove it for 22 years...

I don't have any experience with it but really like the practicality of it, especially on a daily driver. An RTT would ride lower and it looks great. My question is would this still leave enough gear space for a family of 3 with an RTT for a week or two of overlanding?

Test upload...my other overland rig for shorter trips.

I'm having an ARE CXHD topper installed soon. The dealer says it is rated for 500lbs while in motion, "much more" when stationary. He knows I plan to put a RTT on it. My question for this group is on the roof rack choices from Yakima. Should I go with the Corebar or the JetStream? I haven't...

Hi PaulK, would you be willing to tell me about your wheel dimensions? Offset, back spacing, diameter, and width? I'm a month or so away from lifting my 2012 DC 4" for 34.5" tires. I want to avoid too much tire sticking out of the wheel wells but retain full lock to lock steering. I prefer...

Already some great input here but I have another thought for you to consider. Focus on your storage and gear for the activities you participate in while in the backcountry. If you have a highly organized system for storing things in your garage or basement when not in use you simply load what...

The OP has a solid list that is very well broken down. I would add that it is VERY important to re-inventory your medical kit before every trip to the outdoors regardless of which level of kit you are taking. This not only allows for restocking used items but also confirms the readiness of...

One of my outdoor buddies and I refer to Les as "Hungry Hungry Les". I love the show and he provides some great info but watching him suffer from hunger for television is rather humorous ;) Also a couple of items that should always be in your kit and considered invaluable safety items: analog...

Do you get static shocks when you get out of your truck and touch the door to close it? I'm not using Husky liners as they weren't available when I bought my truck but I loved them in my previous rig. I get wicked static shocks every time I exit my truck though.

"over controlling" ...and less than spectacular for grip. My 2012 Tundra DC fish-tails like mad on steep icy asphalt roads. Aside from that, I completely agree that the Tundra is a very capable overlanding machine even in stock forms. Obviously, it won't be squeezing through the tightest of...

Went the Ultimate route myself today after many months of lurking. I look forward to more learning and knowledge sharing moving forward!

I'll second this! Very important to know who can communicate over longer distances.

I've been watching these forums a while now but became an official member today (#10171). I have a decent history of service: US Army 2/325 AIR EMT-B (expired now) Larimer County Search and Rescue HAM Radio Operator (KD0GZI) Though I do not actively volunteer in any of those capacities any...

You can't have everything...where would you put it?

Howdy All, I recently paid off the 2012 Tundra DC so now it is time to start the build. Aside from from some custom wiring for radio/antennas, window shade/vents, and bucket floor mats it is still stock. I've been doing the plastic tote shuffle in an open bed for a couple of years now and it...