All 1999 articles
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100DR.KDSS Bolt-On Trackbar Kit Fixes Lifted Land Cruiser Sway
A lifted Land Cruiser 100 Series often develops rear-end sway due to altered panhard bar geometry. We tested the DR.KDSS B.O.T.C.K bolt-on correction kit on our OVR LC100 to eliminate the instability without cutting or welding. The results were immediate and significant.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100How a Rear Platform and Electrical Power Upgrade Transformed Our Land Cruiser
Three years into our Land Cruiser build, we made the modifications we should have done from the beginning. After resisting advice from fellow overlanders, we removed the rear seats in favor of a custom cargo platform with integrated storage and a significantly upgraded house electrical system. The result is a more capable overland adventure vehicle that better matches how we actually use it for extended remote travel.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Emuwing Gullwing Windows Transform Land Cruiser Cargo Access
Tired of constantly opening and closing swingout bumpers to access your gear? These Australian-made gullwing windows transform how you interact with your Land Cruiser’s cargo area, providing instant side access while maintaining factory appearance and visibility.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Why You Should Weigh Your Overland Rig After Major Modifications
After adding a rooftop tent and upgrading our electrical system, we returned to the CAT Scale to discover our Land Cruiser had gained 115 pounds—pushing us well beyond Toyota’s recommended GVWR.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100GoFluxx LED Strips Transform Your Rig's Interior Lighting
Discover how GoFluxx’s weatherproof, dimmable LED strips solved one of overlanding’s most common frustrations—inadequate interior lighting for nighttime gear access.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Budget-Friendly Seat Cover Upgrade for Our LC100 Project Vehicle
After 26 years of wear and tear, we found an affordable solution to restore our project Toyota Land Cruiser’s interior without breaking the bank.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Sy-Klone 9000 Pre-Cleaner Upgrade for OVR LC100’s Snorkel
We swap our OVR LC100’s ram head for a Sy-Klone 9000 pre-cleaner—improving dust, debris, and moisture protection on- and off-road with zero maintenance.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Maintaining a High-Mileage Overland Vehicle
Learn how the OVR LC100 Toyota Land Cruiser, with over 300,000 miles, stays adventure-ready. Discover the importance of fluid changes with premium ENEOS lubricants and regular maintenance for reliable overland performance.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100Deep Growl, Deeper Departure: Revel’s Off-Road-Specific Medallion Trail Hart Exhaust Systems
Revel, a brand that was established by Tanabe USA, a Japanese manufacturer famed for its high-performance aftermarket upgrades for Japanese sports cars, brings their 30-plus-year expertise into the off-road realm, specifically focusing on Toyota and Lexus trucks.
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Start HereStop Guessing Your Rig’s Weight: Weighing Your Off-Road Vehicle with CAT Scale
When it comes to overlanding and off-roading, knowing the weight of your vehicle is more than just a good idea—it’s a necessity. Understanding your vehicle’s weight can be the difference between a successful journey and an overland nightmare. We stopped by CAT Scale to find out the real weight of our rig.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Overland Vehicle Systems LD TMON Hard Shell Roof Top Tent
The Overland Vehicle Systems LD TMON Clamshell roof top tent presents a sleek, lightweight solution to overlanding enthusiasts who seek convenience, practicality and a compact form-factor on a budget. We test one out on the OVR Land Cruiser.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Deciding Wheel Offset
Wheel offset isn’t just about looks—it dramatically affects performance, handling, and component longevity. We tested two different offsets on the same wheel to find the sweet spot between aggressive stance and practical functionality on our Land Cruiser 100 Series project.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 & KC Off-Road Lighting Setup
Having ample amounts of light projecting from your rig is essential to its safe operation in low light and dark environments. We approached the auxiliary light setup on the OVR LC100 with two goals in mind. We wanted plenty of bright, usable light at a non-wallet busting budget.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: DIY Vehicle Vinyl Wrap
To further protect the fragile (and unsightly) paint on the OVR Land Cruiser project vehicle’s hood and roof, we turned to Avery Dennison’s SW900X Supreme Wrapping Film for help.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Lighting the Way with KC HiLites
We installed KC HiLites 6” SlimLlite LEDs and Flex ERA 1 auxiliary lights to our budget Toyota Land Cruiser project vehicle for after dark driving.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Everything You Need To Know About Its Dual Battery Setup
As our budget build OVR Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series vehicle project marches forward, it was inevitable that we installed a dual battery setup. Learn how and why ours is setup they way it is.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 Airforce Snorkel For Cleaner Airflow
Learn why we added an Ironman 4x4 snorkel to our budget build OVR Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series Project vehicle and what are impressions of it are.
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UpgradeARB Outback Solutions Drawers Transform OVR Land Cruiser 100
Our LC100 project gets a comprehensive storage upgrade with ARB’s Outback Solutions drawer system. We installed a dual-drawer setup that provides secure gear storage, a mounting platform for our Dometic fridge, and transforms into a comfortable sleeping area—all without drilling into the vehicle.
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UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Leather Steering Wheel Restoration
Restoring your vehicle’s aging and worn-out steering wheel can be gratifying and raise the overall satisfaction and pride of ownership of your ride.
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OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 Bull Bar Off Road Bumper Upgrade For Overland Touring
Keeping with the Australian overland touring theme of our build, we considered several similar tourer-style bumpers. We ultimately chose Ironman 4x4’s bumper due to factors that are outlined in this article. Read on to see what we think of this bumper after a few months of use so far.