Recent content by OwyheeMagpie

Went for a drive in the mountains today, nothing crazy, just some forest service roads. The Falken Rubitreks did really well on the hard packed snow/ice.

I live in the Treasure Valley, sometimes I find decent deals. I guess it depends how picky you are. These aren’t cheap per se but I was surprised that 4th generation 4Runners and Land Cruiser 100s aren’t insane. I’ve found plenty of good deals under 10k but that’s not exactly pocket change for...

It would be cool to see that Jeep going again! I have a Tacoma that I daily drive/use to explore with but I really miss having an old project. I’ll probably get another project rig in the next year or two. I feel like what ever I use to buy for 2-3k is now 10k.

Found a few pictures of my old XJ (green and white were both the same builds seeing how I swapped everything over, I do miss the white one more though) and that rear shelf I made. It was an awesome rig, I made just about everything on it except the sliders. It was on 33s with 4:56s, locked front...

Nice! I’m pretty minimalist my self but want something for road tripping/exploring. Personally I don’t mind tarp camping or sleeping in the bed, but having a four wheel camper or some sort of topper with a pop up tent would be nice for the family. At least it would give us a quick and clean spot...

Nice Taco, what’s the camper build out like? I’d like to get a FWC or maybe something like a Topo Topper. I actually really like those Alu Cabs but I’m not sure I want to give up my tailgate yet.

Looks like a nice area!

My buddy and I went out to a local trail this morning. It was rated moderate but on some of the trail reports some folks recommended lockers and 35s. It was definitely challenging but doable. My Taco is basically stock, it’s just got 265/75R16s and a one inch lift. It handled the trail well but...

I’ve always had an interest in a simple popup camper. When I camp I enjoy a minimalist approach. I’ve researched everything to death and I’d probably just end up getting a used FWC. Let’s be honest, they’re optimized and the resale is bar non. I do like the Scout popup camper but 30-40k is just...

Looks awesome, thanks for sharing! When loaded out with all that gear how’s the fuel range with the diesel? On a side note I was looking at 2019 Hilux specs compared to to my 19 Taco…the Payload capacity is so much better!

This was my first XJ build. 33s, lockers and 4:1 with a 5 speed manual, it was amazing off road. It’s hard to see but I built a rack in the back. I used to keep all the heavy stuff under it and all my bedding on top. I could fit everything I needed in the back with the seat up, it was well...

Its true lol. Everyone has their own opinions, that’s generally why I lurk and don’t engage anymore. Sometimes I catch myself starting to type out some long explanation and then I think to my self “why even bother” and then I delete it. As far as gear goes I do nerd out on certain things, I’m...

It’s definitely fun doing more with less, I enjoy hard challenges but it’s also nice having some capability. I never went bigger than 33s on my built XJs and enjoyed following all my buddies with trailer queens. Now I enjoy taking the Taco out and seeing what it can do, I definitely need some...

I always wonder when “minimalist” overlanding will take over these insanely built rigs lol

Looks nice. I wish I got the windoors on my topper. I like your plans of minimal modifications and just use the heck out of it!