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It sounds like you are aware of the negatives of weight of up high. For me, it is never worth the trade-offs. I don't think it is a good practice to encourage.

Do whacha want, but nothing ruins vehicle dynamics quicker than weight up high ( or behind the rear axle ). A roof rack is a double hit because you typically have to add weight ( the rack itself ) to carry any decent amount of weight. Towing something is always an option, put people rule it out...

Don't mount stuff on the roof. If you need to carry stuff on the roof, or even in excess on the rear bumper, you have the wrong size vehicle.

A quick rundown of some updates I made to the #LX45 in the last few months. I have had issues with the 80-series steering arms loosening up under hard use. I tried most of the normal things, but decided to try some of my own ideas to help fix the issues for good. I started with another...

Again, kinda the wrong vehicle for the task if you need to store a bunch of stuff on the rear bumper ( or roof rack ) My old jeep had a fuel tank under the drivers seat for the majority of it's life. When I rebuilt it the fuel tank moved to behind the front seats. Spare cans go behind that when...

All he had to do was pull the wheel off and have it cleaned up. He should have been able to do that if he had the tools to change a tire. I have had increased success airing the tire back up ( if you are aired down ) to help scoot the vehicle sideways. I would rather pivot the vehicle most...

I will go as far as saying that if you have to mount stuff to the bumper or the roof, you probably have the wrong vehicle. I will also admit that I am on the fringe of 'expedition' style vehicle builds, but even people like Tom Sheppard seem to agree in their writings.

As little as possible, it's just about as bad as weight on a roof rack for vehicle dynamics.

I think it is half dozen of one kinda thing. I've played with both. The kevlar line will actually saw its way through the rubber sometimes. The stainless tie wire seems to be a good balance. It is made to be strong and flexible with a higher fatigue life than regular bailing wire or re-bar type...

Love it. Sometimes you just have to make it work. Well done. I keep stainless safety wire, large reinforced patches, and even a tube in 'oh noes' kit for the same reason.

Meanwhile, in the rest of the world....

One of the more impressive smaller campers I have seen lately... It is in that spot between living 'around' vs 'in' the vehicle for longer distance and duration travel, but overall a great balance. The owners have put some time in it and shows with the details in packing, organization, and...

What are you thinking about for options packages? Personally, I think the JLU Sport Diesel is the value of the decade with the diesel engine, heavy duty auto, and the larger D44 front axle. I personally wouldn't miss the 4:1 t-case from the Rubicon with the 8spd auto at all. Lockers can be...

People live out of backpacks for months, you just have to define your priorities for support gear. I would bet most 'overland' vehicles are over GVW by close to a thousand pounds....not just hundreds.

Still remains very debatable too.... HP is HP. The only kind of 'cooler' that matters is if the cooling system works well.

This was a good video with test data on how much potential force the 'recovering' vehicle can provide. It was basically a test of if 'chocks' really did much to help. Note the fairly low forces required to slide all 4 tires of the vehicle. It is worth keeping in mind that there may be many...

I should probably update this thread, I have been working on the #LX45 in preparation for a Dusy Ershim Trail trip in August.

Good on you for taking the initiative to have OBA with your vehicle. Airing down, there is nothing better you can do for off-road vehicle performance, ride quality, or self-sufficiency that beats it for the dollar. I love being able to take the harshness off chatter on forest roads and...

I built this a few years back, it is based on an 80 series chassis and is powered by a 2013 GM 5.3 all aluminum LC9 with a factory paired 6L80E automatic. Overall, it has been a fantastic combo for me. I've put 15k+ miles on it in the last few years. Even with barn door aero and 40" half...

To be fair......the first 'old' ball they failed was uncut. The amount of abuse it took was amazing in my opinion.