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Thankyou that is exactly the one!! -Dan

Does anyone remember the name/brand of the black round plastic thing Ursa Minor use to pass solar panel cables through the roof? I actually bought one previously, and I can't quite remember what it's called & where I got it. Thanks! -Dan

I saw a few of these in Africa, plus the one AEV Dave has, plus the one the Quadratec guys had a Moab one year. Rumour has it there are a few getting around Calgary too. It just has the 2.8 CRD 4-cyl diesel from VM that was in the export JK in basically every country outside North America. Fun...

For that same budget you could buy an Ursa Minor J30 and drive it all the way to Argentina over two years, covering all expenses... -Dan

Yes, they have VERY clearly said that is 100% correct. -Dan

Oh wow, thanks very much for all that info, that is fantastic to know. It really sounds like they have a great shot at cementing themselves as THE best global overland platform for the next couple of decades. (I also heard the 70 series is ending production soon...) -Dan

Clearly we have to assume you're comparing things to things in the same class, otherwise there is no point ever comparing anything to anything ever again. If you disagree, then clearly everyone should just buy an 18 wheeler and be done with it. -Dan

The Gladiator does actually have the highest tow rating in it's class. -Dan

Yep, I sat in one at the Perth 4x4 show in November, and the guys there told me all about ordering and when deliveries start. In Oz, orders are 80% diesel, 20% gas. (But aussies always prefer diesel for long term touring). My mini-kind of review from sitting in it is here: -Dan

They've made a deal with Bosch to have dealers, parts, service and warranty all over the world. My take is they probably have one of the most global parts/service network after the 70 series LC and old Defender. They're also doing really cool stuff like officially allowing you to do your own...

Wow, incredible Jeep for an incredible price, GLWS! -Dan

Oh there's all of that and a whole lot more. I'd love to do a lap around the Meditteraean, I'd love to drive North->South right down the middle of Africa (if it's possible one day), I've STILL never been to New Zealand, I missed the entire east coast of South America, and of course there is a...

I was thinking more global production numbers, just trying to get an idea of how many of these will be built, and therefore what the aftermarket support would be like. Servicing is global through Bosch around the world, likely it will have more parts and service support globally than everything...

I'm just thinking about the needs of a long term overlander, a few things come to mind: - The front dumper does not have radiator protection - I wouldn't drive around the world without it. - A roof rack (is there a factory option?) - Additional fuel and water tanks - A dual tire carrier (I...

Hi All, I've been trying to find estimated production numbers for the Grenadier - does anyone have any confirmed numbers of how many they're aiming to build each year? I think it will be a great platform, but if they're only going to build 5k a year I don't see the aftermarket going out out of...

Wow, thanks for those pics. I absolutely love the ability to go right through from the back to the front - THAT is the killer feature of a Gladiator camper in my opinion, and why the Gladiator will shine compared to other pickups - the removable roof makes what you've done possible. I'm very...

Why not just buy heated LED headlights? I've had mine on the JK since before Africa (about 2016) and they work flawlessly, even down at -32C / -25F they were great. I have these ones https://www.quadratec.com/products/97009_8003.htm (OK, WOW, they are a LOT more expensive than when I bought...

Hi All, Tons of people have been asking why I choose to live in Canada. Why would I subject myself to these freezing temperatures and nasty weather when I could be sitting on the beach in Australia... ? It's a good question, and the topic of today's "Christmas Story" special video. Join me on...

Hi All, Tons of people have been asking why I choose to live in Canada. Why would I subject myself to these freezing temperatures and nasty weather when I could be sitting on the beach in Australia... ? It's a good question, and the topic of today's "Christmas Story" special video. Join me on...

That final pic is what my friends and I made in my JKU for the Africa trip. I did that so I Could stand up and walk around in the back when the Ursa Minor J30 is open. We didn't use any part of a 2 door roll cage or any bolt in solution. We just cut out the original, and made what you see from...