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I wonder where you guys live that you have such worries. Worrying about propane torches, installing window bars.. This all seems ridiculous to me. Specially considering the cons of installing crossbars and unbreakable windows. As mentioned previously, and as said by LandcruiserPhil, out of...

Take a look at this thread, posted here on the boards some time ago: https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/vehicle-security-tips.199226/ IMHO, changing glass for Lexan is useless and will be a pain down the road. Polycarbonate will yellow with UV over time, regardless of quality. Quality...

I'm not sure I'd drop the 22R immediately, unless you'd be dropping in something extremely interesting, like a Cummins R2.8. What I would probably do, is call the folks over at LC Engineering and figure out a way to get the most out of that little engine.

That's a good looking 70, looks like its been cared for its whole life.. Shame it's a 22R that'd be the slowest version, but it should be as durable as any other 70. Those are some seriously reliable engines. I'm not sure about the Guatemalan market, but I'd say 6k sounds about right for a...

If price is no object, you've got a BUNCH of options. If you don't like a round case packed with 32 LED's, your options are greatly reduced. Apparently, Baja Designs are the top name right now in LED lighting. Haven't tried them myself, but I haven't seen or head anything other than stellar...

That should be normal. With pretty much all the power from the battery directed to the starter, the voltage for the radio should drop below operating ranges and the radio shuts down temporarily. I don't know about more modern vehicles, but our Land Cruisers shut everything off when the starter...

I don't know the brand. It is purchased with the service from a very serious local security and tracking company that sells the unit and does the tracking, manages the website and app, etc. It is, in fact, a fleet type system, but it can be purchased individually. I have 5 vehicles in tracking...

I'll try to build upon what has been already said: I forgot that newer vehicles have transponder-based immobilizers built into the ignition. These are very solid, almost infallible measures, and can pretty much make a kill switch reduntant or even useless. I was giving my opinion based on my...

I may not be an expert, but living in my country does make a person to have quite a few security habits to avoid becoming a victim of thieves and other lowlifes. I guarantee you Detroit is a walk in the park compared to us. 1) No security measure is infallible. If a thief has enough time, they...

gurgling on the upper radiator hose usually indicates a worn radiator cap.

So you're saying these tires last longer and are stickier than regular tires? I've always taken these as mutually exclusive. Do they really last longer? I figure they perform better, but off road, not on it. I've only seen a few people use racing tires before. Mainly the BFG Baja tires. I...

They aren't unique to Australia, but they are utility vehicles. You're more likely to find them in places where remote, unsupported work is common. Mining & logging operations, third-world-country road systems are your best places to look. Those high tops aren't factory. They're usually...

Most aux lights come with wiring that uses a relay, which taps into the high beam circuit so you can only turn your lights when your high beams are on. This way, when your aux light switch is off then your high beams work as standard. When your switch is on, the aux lights will turn on with the...

I have mine on the driver's side. I'd never given it much thought to it. Now that I do, it makes sense: I can open it as soon as I step out of the truck and my tailgate swings to the passenger side, so I don't have to walk around it to grab something from the cargo area if I'm under the shade...

Not really. I have to agree with @Jnich77. A Stock PInzgauer is still a maintenance-heavy vehicle, and for 50K there's a bunch of vehicles that will be more reliable, WAY more comfortable and very close in off road capability. Even for 30k, you'd have a bunch of more practical options. Cruising...

People like modifying engines. We can't leave anything standard, that's why we're here in the first place right? That being said, I have to agree. Engine mods get expensive and usually grind away reliability and comfort. I wouldn't consider them in any large engines. A cold air intake or...

That may be true, the 70 series we got had horribly flat vinyl seats, zero creature comforts (A/C was optional) whereas the Hilux had more comfortable (or should I say less uncomfortable?) cloth seats and a few creature comforts. 1995-97 Hiluxes should have IFS with torsion bars up front. Still...

I have a couple of ESEEs as well as a few other knives that are dedicated for camping and bushcraft and every single one has a plain edge. I know, the bushcraft cliche is almost as big as the overland one these days, but they're used for camping chores, hunting, fishing, etc. I don't care for...

Depends on what you need it for, I suppose. Both are incredibly reliable, although they are radically different. The Hilux will be more comfortable, will have better road manners and better fuel economy. The 70 will be more rugged, more spartan and more heavy duty. If you're staying in Japan...

I can also recommend the Toyo Open Country ATIIs Very quiet on the highway, excellent on dirt roads. Load Range C's are comfortable for city driving as well. Tried them out on heavy mud this weekend and they exceeded my expectacions.