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How tall are you? I'm 6'2" and my head isn't anywhere near the soundbar in the Gladiator (which I assume is the same in the JL). I have the leather seats, I wonder if the position is any different to the regular ones... -Dan

That's because cars that exist today are not self driving, they're "driver assist", so the human is still legally in control. Sometime in the future cars won't even have steering wheels, then your buddies dream will come true. The argument is about if it will be in 5, 10 or 25 years. -Dan

That weight is really interesting... my Africa JK as it went around Africa was 6200. Amazing that an expedition Gladiator and an expedition JK can be close to the identical weight. -Dan

Do you have the heavy lift springs on the AEV kit? (I'll be installing them on my Gladiator next week) -Dan

Hi Everyone, I've been exploring South West Tasmania, which may just be the most stunning place I've ever explored on the planet. The wilderness is immense, and there is simply nobody around - it's like having Alaska or the Yukon all to yourself - simply incredible. I show it off in my latest...

An Ursa Minor top is coming for the Gladiator. It's still a while away, but it's coming. -Dan

Oh wow, that's a blast from the past - I had no idea these things were still being made. I have to wonder what happens with the rear frame and if there is a stout extension. If you had something like an AEV carrier that puts the weight onto the frame, now you've got all that weight (spare, hi...

Huh, that's really interesting, and I wonder if that is the highest GVWR of any JLU. -Dan

Hi All, As I moved around Africa I interviewed interesting Overlanders that I bumped into - showing their story and what they were up to. Here in Australia I've decided for a twist on that, and I'll be filming interesting Overland vehicles that I come across, showing the features and...

You don't happen to know anyone that makes one, do you Jeff? Your barn door is STILL the one and only thing I would add to my Africa JK after touring every overland show in North America! -Dan

Hi all, I've been exploring Bruny Island off Tasmania - yep, that's an Island off an island... off an island :D I finally got the Gladiator onto the beach for the first time, explored stunning forests and beaches and had a great time! The house on wheels Gladiator continues to perform really...

Very, *very* soon you'll be able to buy the AEV kit with their "heavy load springs", which are designed for a constant load of 500-600lbs+, and net closer to 3 inches than the regular 2.5. I'll post feedback on how it performs shortly :) -Dan

Hi All, I've been exploring the WILD east coast of Tasmnaia, and it's utterly breathtaking. This place is truely stunning, some of the best bang-for-your-buck scenery I've seen anywhere on the planet! -Dan

This is for sure the coolest XJ I've ever seen, and it makes me want to buy another one! (My first Jeep was a 96 country). Hmmmmm. -Dan

You probably don't want to use mine as any indication of "normal". My entire matress is custom made by John to accomodate the huge opening mine has - it's actually 7 different pieces. I'm sure John just used Sunbrella for the covers because that's what he had on hand in the shop. I have no idea...

I would love to take you up on that offer! New Hampshire and Maine are two of my favourite states, and I need to spend more time exploring there on foot and in a vehicle! -Dan

Hi Everyone, In my latest video I showcase the stunning Tasmanaian wilderness as we finish off our 100km (60 mile) wilderness hike over nine days on the Overland Track. People often ask why I built an "Overland Rig" to then spend so much time on foot. For me, an overland vehicle is just the...

Very interesting, thanks! I'm always shocked there are not more Ursa Minor competitors on the market. Interesting to see that even though it's made in China, the price is almost identical. -Dan

The whole "Everything in Australia is trying to kill you" thing is cute and funny, but it's pretty far from reality. I've been here 6 months, and in ALL that time I've seen a grand total of 2 things that are dangerous (snakes). They both slithered away from me as fast as they freaking could...

Hi All, A couple of weeks ago we hopped a ferry down to Tasmnaia - the huge island state that is 40% UNESCO world herritage wilderness and National Park. This place is incredible, and to really kick things off we just spent nine days in the wilderness completely self-supported. I honestly had...