I have been looking around for some time for a hard shell gear box to mount on the roof rack. I like to carry all my recovery gear on the roof where it is easily accessible. I considered the Tuffy roof box, but the cost is very high at $550.00. My second solution was a…
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Front Runner Roof Rack Installed
by tomas •
A major holdup in our new build was overcome with the install of our new Front Runner roof rack. The roof rack becomes a platform for a number of applications and accessories. The rack is made from extruded aluminum channels that provide an easy mounting system for equipment and is manufactured to high standards in…
Electrical, Expedition Gear, Gear Reviews
Viair Ultra Duty Onboard Air Installed
by tomas •
I have been running a CO2 system in My Toyota FJ Cruiser for the last 3 years. After each trip the CO2 tank needs to be refilled which costs over $18.00 at the local welding supply store which has started to add up. I’m also am planning on adding an ARB air locker to the…
Expedition Gear, Expedition Gear, Interior
ARB Fridge Slide
by tomas •
I figured I should add a post for my home built ARB Fridge slide. I have been using this slide for a year and it has functioned flawlessly. The slide is built using 100 lb. drawer slides that are fastened to the floor of the FJ with bolts. The tray is fabricated out of 2″…
Expedition Gear, Expedition Gear, Recovery Gear
Pull Pal Rack Mount
by tomas •
I preparation for our next dessert adventure I added a Pull Pal to our off road gear a few weeks ago. After I received the Pull Pal I was at a loss for a place to mount it on the FJ. I figured I would just strap it down and be good to go. The…