Jerry Tsai
Jerry has been a part of the launch or editorial teams of a host of enthusiast media publications spanning over a decade and is proud to be a part of the OVR creative team. As a fan of anything that rolls, he enjoys vehicles of all types including ones that crawl the trails as well as those that scrape the floor and everything in between. With seemingly boundless creativity, you’ll find Jerry constantly creating something new, whether it’s through writing, photography, graphic design or model making and even arts and crafts. Jerry is a consummate enthusiast of many genres of interests and is continually getting into new interests and reviving old ones. Don’t be surprised if you run into Jerry on an off-road trail, on a hike at a national park, at a firing range or at an RC car race; he may even turn up at a Comic-Con or at a warbird museum.
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DIY/How ToDIY: Upgrade Your Winch By Installing Factor 55’s UltraHook
Factor 55’s UltraHook introduces a shackle mount hole, machined right into the body of the winch hook. Installation is a breeze and takes just a few minutes, which we’ll take you step-by-step in this article.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100: WARN VR EVO 10-S Winch Installation & First Impressions
A name that is synonymous with winches and winching in every sector, commercial as well as industrial, is WARN. Celebrating its 75th year in 2023, the company has been in the winch business for longer than most of us have been alive.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100: Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Install
Front Runner’s Slimline II easily installs using the existing factory mounting points with no drilling required. It’s unlikely that we’ll turn the OVR LC100 back to stock, but it’s nice to know we can. Plus, drilling into the roof of your vehicle sounds like an iffy proposition if you ask us.
DIY/How ToDIY: Adding Velcro to Headliner Patches
How many times have you been at a gift shop looking for a Velcro-backed patch only to find only sew-on or iron-on patches instead? Follow along for one of the easiest DIY’s that will turn any patch into a headliner-adhering decoration.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100: Ironman 4x4 Foam Cell Pro Suspension Upgrade
We went with Ironman 4x4 for multiple reasons including its interesting Foam Cell technology.
Radio ControlledElement RC’s Ready To Run Knightrunner Enduro Trail Truck
The Enduro Knightrunner 4x4 RTR from Element RC is just one of these RTR scale trucks that not only looks realistic but has trail driving capability that can give your real ride a run for its money.
Radio ControlledReady For Fun: Traxxas TRX-4M Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco
Traxxas offers plenty of upgrades such as true beadlock wheels, licensed BF Goodrich KM3 tires, and LED lighting
Radio ControlledOff Road Rust Bucket: Broc’s RC & Scale Rat Team Up to Build a Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser RC Replica
Scaler is a special section in OVR that is dedicated to scaled-down, radio-controlled (RC) overlanders and off-road vehicles. For many full-size off-roader enthusiasts, seeing a miniaturized yet realistic-looking truck is a fun curiosity.
DIY/How ToDIY Rattle-can Clearcoat: Restoring The Showroom Look Of The OVR Land Cruiser
If you’ve been following the progress of our OVR Land Cruiser 100 Series (LC100) project vehicle, you’ll know that we’ve been enjoying this truck since the day we brought it home. Even though its old, it’s been fun to drive, work on, modify and excluding its abysmal fuel mileage, it’s ...
NewsPelican Elite Cooler Survives Inferno, Proving Durability and Protection Beyond Expectations
”Despite their best efforts, attempting to rescue the cooler proved futile due to the intensifying fire, which was further fueled by an onboard drag tank carrying 100 gallons of diesel.”
Trips & TalesROAD TRIP: From The Desert To The Mountains: Driving San Bernardino National Forest’s Burns Canyon Road
”It’s also a popular place for drivers to shakedown their newly built rides or for those who want to try out their latest mods in a less extreme environment. It was the perfect place for us to take our recently acquired OVR project vehicle, a 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser, to ...
ReviewOverland Book Review: Vehicle-dependent Expedition Guide, Edition 5+
“The book is meticulously organized, covering a broad range of topics covering topics such as expedition planning, vehicle preparation, equipment selection, navigation and survival skills. It is an all-encompassing manual that caters to both the novice and experienced overlander alike.”
UpgradeOVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation - Project Land Cruiser 100: Wheel & Tire Upgrades
The combination of the pizza cutter-sized Toyo Tire Open Country A/T III’s with Nomad Wheels’ 501SA Convoy Salt is just the wheel and tire setup for our Land Cruiser 100 Series we were looking for in terms of looks and performance.
Trips & TalesOVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation - Project LC100: First Trail Run In Our Budget Toyota Land Cruiser
”A 300,000-mile LC100 is not going to come with a warranty so be aware that going the budget route is not without its risks.”
GearExpedition Essentials Quick Paper Towel Holder Reviewed
Say goodbye to runaway paper towels that roll off tables or get blown away by the wind.
Vehicle FeaturesOVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation - Project LC100: A New Beginning for the 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
I’ve never owned a Toyota before and although I know how legendary Land Cruisers are, I’ve never considered getting one either.
ArticlePreserving Nature’s Majesty: An Insightful Conversation With Alison DeLapp, Executive Director of the Overland Expo Foundation
Turning Passion Into Protection: A Conversation With Alison DeLapp, Executive Director of the Overland Expo Foundation
Radio ControlledRC Overlanding: From Miniature to Real Life, Neil Leyesa’s Toyota FJ Cruiser Addiction
For many full-size off-roader enthusiasts, seeing a miniaturized yet realistic-looking truck is a fun curiosity.
Vehicle FeaturesWho is Joshua Hayes and why did he build his Jeep Gladiator Rubicon?
It was built to travel the USA and see all of the national parks and hardest trails in America.
DIY/How ToBAJA DESIGNS: How to Choose the Right Lighting Zones and Patterns for Off-Road Driving
In The Zone: Understanding How to Light up the Night Around Your Vehicle