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What kind of mileage numbers are you talking about? Anything less than 25MPG combined is not "good" in my books, 30MPG is better. -Dan

I want a diesel Jeep for a whole range of reasons, but I think we have many, many years before gasoline shortages are a real problem. It will just get more and more expensive, like it always has. -Dan

Wow, it really looks like diesels in North America are finally starting to happen. Mid to late 2013 is going to be an exciting time. -Dan

According to this post, you can delete them: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/69011-Ordering-a-Jeep?p=982338#post982338 -Dan EDIT: UPDATE: The guys at wranglerforum.com say you can order a '13 two-door Rubicon without the power group. You can also order a '13 JKU Rubicon with 1/2...

You can add the extra low-range t-case to that list. I'd be interested in seeing the price difference when the take away the sound system and power windows and locks from the Rubicon. -Dan

Confirmation on the AEV forums, the "plug" on the rear bumper fits the AEV tire carrier. Handy -Dan

I think the bumper looks hideous from that angle.. but maybe I just don't like stubbies. I'm looking forward to seeing it with with end caps on. The rear bumper is interesting. -Dan

Hell yeah! Thanks. I had always figured a diesel was the way to go mostly because of the availability of the actual combustible. It sounds like gasoline is common enough that I could make that work too. The more I think about it, it looks like a route up or down the East coast is very likely...

Thanks very much for the detailed reply. I agree 100% there is no "right answer" just as there is no "perfect Overland truck". Each have a purpose and goal in mind. We all want to do things slightly differently, so I never get into arguments about this kind of thing, rather listen and learn...

Great addition. Do you mind if I ask how much you paid for the seat? I've always thought about putting a fold-n-tumble seat from a 2-door in the front passenger seat so it can be folded all the way forward for a longer sleeping platform in the back. Thanks, -Dan

Hey Containerized, Awesome truck and awesome info. You've obviously got quite a lot of experience roaming around East Africa - I'd love to hear your thoughts on gas Vs. diesel. What would you say is the ratio of local vehicles getting around gas vs. diesel. Will you have any problems finding...

More likely it will take a few weeks, then depending on what it is and what country you are in, it could be another few weeks and dollars for it to clear customs. Essentially though, yes. -Dan

Awesome, Do you mind telling us how much you paid for all the windows? Can you link to the eBay seller so we could buy the same thing? Thanks, -Dan

Out of curiosity, were they local vehicles, or Overlanders passing through? If they were Overlanders, how were they making out with the JKs? Thanks, -Dan

I drove my stock TJ from Alaska to Argentina, and kept a keen eye for Jeep dealerships/parts/etc., so I can chime in on the "Jeep parts availability bit". Checkout this page to see where Jeep has official dealerships. I have to imagine an official dealership can order you anything you might...

Hey SilverBullet, I submitted two images, but they are not in the list.... any idea what happened? I just checked my gmail, and it says I sent the email to "arizonaletendre_AT_gmail.com" on November 9... Thanks, -Dan

Awesome work and write-up. Love the attention to detail - the black surrounds on the headlights are great. Can't wait to see more, keep it up. -Dan

Hey Vince, Sorry, I wasn't trying to "knock" your idea, but living up here in the Yukon where we regularly see -40C/F as the HIGH temperature for a day, I can tell you no amount of insulation over the engine will help. Within a few hours everything will be at the outside air temperature, maybe...

At -40C/F, nothing stays "warm" for more than a couple of hours, no matter how much insulation you throw on it. Also, generators work well to power the block heater, sump heater and battery blanket, though of course you'll have to figure out a way to start the generator at -40, because it won't...

Whoa - awesome work ! I've spent a lot of hours thinking about doing this to a 'regular' 4x4, and seen a lot of projects, and I honestly think this is one of the highest quality ones I've ever seen. Pure awesome. -Dam