if my eyes were closed and you told me bert kresitcher was being interviewed , i wouldnt doubt it.

If I could only choose one "overland" account to follow - I would choose these guys! Love their approach and philosophy. The fun, authentic and organic ways they take us along for the virtual ride. Their humble approach to having what seems to be a dream rig without the ridiculous price tag that keeps many from ever leaving the comforts of their imaginations. It's not about how much money you spend or what brand your rims are - make educated buying decisions, be resourceful, and see the potential in what you have to create what you need to live the life you wish to live. Love it!

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much for following along! We really appreciate it. We will do our best to keep our travels as authentic as possible! Cheers!

Now that is how you setup a full size truck. I like truck bed racks and roof top tents but they allow dust to get into everything!!! This setup looks like it keeps dust out pretty good when it's all buttoned up. Plus the interior space looks HUGE! And you get full standing inside. Love it. I want to copy it.

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! we love the space this setup allows for us to have. It's not perfect in wet weather but overall it has been fantastic and very livable. Dust is minimal but I have the bed rug carpet kit which helps and used different rubber surround pieces to seal up the bed the best I could, so far so good!

What a beautiful truck, good on them for getting focused and making shit happen!!

Man that's a nice set up. Very well thought-out. Congratulations 👏👏👏

One of my favorite packages that Toyota offered for the Tundra, the rock warrior trd off road.

I really like the fact that you can stand up inside of that, and Don't , have to re-make a downstairs bed...Nice setup..

Such a sweet rig and might I add...more than sweet people too!! 🤩

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Ingrid Fei aww thanks Ingrid!

Great video! We would love to do something similar when our daughter graduates in two years. ❤️🐞

Pam is a beast.

Awesome rig!

Super sweet rig!

Dang, this get out of debt plan sounds just like what we're doing! Traveling without anything holding us back!!! Fantastic story!

That is brilliant.

Very cool setup.

Very clever dude you can tell he thought of everything

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Though of as much as we could!

Great info guys...

Very cool touring rig

Awesome rig

Ctek is great for the money when getting a DC to DC charger. I was looking at Redarc chargers and learned i would have to sell my truck to get one. Defeats the purpose , hehe. Awesome truck and set up bud !!!!

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! we destroyed a battery with just an isolator first, THEN found out we had a smart alternator and after some research landed on the Ctek. It's a great unit, especially with the ability to easily add solar.

Great video, very thorough. Like this rig very much. One little suggestion on editing, show what he is talking about when he talks about it. You showed his gray water system when he was talking about the stove, the front screen window of the flip box when talking about the sliding window to the cab. Made it a bit of "unnh?" Otherwise great vid!

Really cool setup! I'm thinking of something similar to buildout on an old M101A2 military trailer I bought a few years back

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Those are a great platform to work with. We would love to see what you come up with.

Fantastic Rig! But, the best part is the implied advice, "No Debt = Freedom." Wish them safe and adventurous miles always.

Hi Mike,Brett and Liz. I’m new to overland bound. I have both an Fzj80 and a double cab Tundra. The 80 has been wheeled hard and needs a significant refresh. My tundra is pretty much stock for now. I daily drive the Tundra and use it for beach n family style trips. I’m am curious as to pros n cons comparisons on off the grid travel with each. I know the capabilities of my 80. And would definitely pick it for more rugged terrain. And of course the space differences. Life is changing and I will be out more. Considering setting my tundra up for some travel as well. It was originally intent to trailer my 80. Interested opinions on pros and cons of each. Tromz

10:17 Taco Surf, I’ve put down a lot of burritos there👍🏼

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Miss us some Grilled fish tacos from there!

Nice

This rig is awesome! 5min?! I can't even Imagine. One suggestion would be to move your recovery gear into the cab of the truck. Those drawers need a lot of room to open.

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, cab space is at a premium, and so far having it in the back of the drawer works great, thankfully we don't need it very often, when we have its almost always to help others we have encountered on the trial!

Amazing setup! What kind of bed shell is that?

Nice camper!

I wish these were still made for first gen Tundra, Not cheap when one does pop-up for sale. Sweet rig!

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I have seen them on the fist Gen Tundra, you just need the full-size version for a 6ft bed, might fit even better than mine does.

"Right On"

Cool kit! I'd love to do something like this. I wonder if he has payload issues? I know Tundras are pretty limited there, although that DC is better off than my Limited.

@allthingsfishy3431

2 жыл бұрын

I think any time you add weight to any vehicle, it reduces the payload. I installed airbags on mine to help with that.

Tundra with 5.7 and tow package has 4:30 gears. A Rock Warrior is 90% appearance package and then Bilstein shocks. 4.6L Tundra 4:10 gears in the Tow package models.

Really like the set up on the Tundra. I would like to know where I can get more information the build especially the use of the tubing and joiners, I think they are. I think that may be the solution to a build I need to do in the bed of my 88 Chevy pickup.

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Gary Cloud the connectors are by esto connector and are super handy, quick and easy

@garycloud9631

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrBretzkie thanks for the info

Awesome setup on the tundra 🤙 my question is what type of canopy and what kind of roof top tent .? Would like to build the same setup for my OverLanding rig

@MrBretzkie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kong. The shell and tent is called a flippac. Unfortunately they no longer make them but they do pop up from time to time on the used market if you keep your eyes out for one.

Nice, seems like a cab rack would help distribute the weight. Either way nice rig

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

We thought about doing a cab rack with rubber mounts for the whole thing to set on. Maybe in version 2 of the build, we will look into it! great idea though! Thanks!

wow.that's a cool video.Great introduction.Looking forward to seeing more videos.guitar cover song.What do you think about this.Thank you for being friends with music.f

Great build! But really curious how you made that espresso?! The wife wants one

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! The espresso Press is by ROK we tried a bunch of them battery powered and this one makes the best shot thus far, plus its totally manual, pack your ground beans, heat water and press! Super easy.

Sweeet Tundra!!

Sweet rig! Who makes those aluminum profiles that you mentioned? Oh, and what was that coffee maker with the two handles? Was it some sort of espresso maker?

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The connectors are by a company called EZ Tube they just hammer together. The espresso maker is by ROK out of the UK it makes the best shot of espresso we have had on the trail yet!

Where to buy the roof top tent? Someone cut the truck topper and installed it for you?

Earth to Mikey! Earth to Mikey! I liked it a lot, over! Do comment on the Tundra "Smart Charging System", please???? Cheers, Mate!

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Jack Walsh the smart charger is by Ctek! And it’s been instrumental in keeping things Charged

@jackwalsh1468

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrBretzkie Thank you!

@Doko88

4 жыл бұрын

@@jackwalsh1468 ctek 250sa, works for every car

@jackwalsh1468

4 жыл бұрын

@@Doko88 Thank you!

What size of tires you running?

Does he have lockers on the tundra?

Do they not have a toilet solution? Or did I miss that?

WHERE CAN I ORDER A FLIPPAC or how much did thhey cost

Any way you can post coordinates of that camp spot here or on the OB app?

@OverlandBound

4 жыл бұрын

PM me on our forums! "Michael"

What is it like getting in and out of the back with the Decked system installed? Does it require a little more effort to climb in vs not having one which would offer the extra "walk-in" clearance?

@DGETHIS01

4 жыл бұрын

I also have a decked system. If you have a bad back its not the best as youll be hunching over getting in and out of it alot

@silentchaos8

4 жыл бұрын

@@DGETHIS01 That is what I suspected. Do you think having the system (more storage space) is worth the extra effort?

@DGETHIS01

4 жыл бұрын

@@silentchaos8 if you have alot of stuff yes. I thought about making cabinets instead of drawers. I paid 200 used on craigslist . i was lucky. I would not pay 1100 bucks for new. I made wood drawers previously but wanted something more water proof

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

For me it's not too bad, you already have to get up on the tailgate to get in and out so its just one more part of getting in and out. plus the flippac has a slightly larger than standard shell opening which aids in that clearance. I love the Decked system and couldn't imagine not having that extra storage space under there. Basically I love having the system and the extra effort is worth the slight stretch ti get in and out for us.

is there a spare tire on that truck?

Great walk around. I was just wondering where I could find a Flip Pac camper shell from?

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Dustin Godtfring if your patient you can find one on the used market. But if you prefer that new tent smell @atoverland has something called the habit that’s similar.

@sebastianspychala

4 жыл бұрын

AT HABITAT ;)

@shurppa64

4 жыл бұрын

I have a flip pac you can't get them new anymore just got a jeep and put a ursa minor top on it so I don't use my flip pac much anymore.

@DGETHIS01

4 жыл бұрын

Took me a year to find one and fix up on the east coast. Theyre great the draw back is water intrusion and opening and closing in rainy cold weather with the rain fly

@TheLostShep

4 жыл бұрын

shurppa64 Do you still have it? I’m looking for one to buy. What are the specs of it?

Love it but how does the bed/bedding stay in place when u pack up?

@DGETHIS01

4 жыл бұрын

Velcro

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

The sleeping bag and pillows come down and rest on top of the couch cushions when we travel the mattress is held up with three nylon straps with clips that are riveted into the top.

What are the flip pack front braces resting on where they join the hood?

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, they are on small brackets that are attached to the side of the fender and pop up past the hood, I just drilled them into the sides and have been holding up great to over a year of use now.

Have you had any problems with dogs in any places you have visited like where they say no dogs or something?

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Totally, there are many places and trails we can’t take them. So unfortunately we either haven’t gone there or it’s been cool enough to leave them in the truck parked in the shade with windows cracked

What brand is that tailgate trash bag? Mine is tacoma and Trasharoo is way too wide that takes up almost half the tailgate.

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

It's made by MSA4x4 and you can get them from @adventureimports .Generally we like it and its been holding up well, would work much better on a tire though instead of the tailgate.

What kind of bumper us that. It is sweet.

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

Larry Briggs sadly it’s from a fab company that didn’t make it RPM fab. I wish someone else would buy the design from them though. It’s a great bumper!

@carlospalooza

Жыл бұрын

Wow I was looking at those bumpers too. I liked the aluminum or steel options. Not much selection out there for 2nd gen Tundras. Slim pickins.

Being a Tudra owner myself I am interested in his comment about the Tundra "smart" charging system. Can you explain or tell me where I could find more information I am also interested in a dual battery that would charge from the alternator and possibly a solar panel in addition.

@MrBretzkie

4 жыл бұрын

280zone the smart charger system I found is by Ctek (D250sa). It will draw off the current battery with the appropriate output to actually charge my house battery. It also has an input for our 120 watt solar. The house battery is a 75amp hour AGM from Interstate Batteries

@TdrSld

4 жыл бұрын

Most modern vehicles use the ECU (engine computer) to turn the alternator on and off, unlike the older ones that just pumped out power if the engine is running. Because of this when the start battery hits float voltage (about 13.4v-13.8v) the ECU "turns off" the alternator, this is done for "fuel savings". The ECU is only setup to charge the one battery in a standard battery setup (some 3/4-1 tons can have dual battery from the OEM), because of this it's only look for that target voltage of the one battery. When you add a second remote battery you need to put a DC to DC charger in the vehicle to charge that second remote battery. The DC to DC charger is seen by the vehicle as just another power consuming part and the alternator will just keep the OEM battery at float state. On the remote battery side the DC to DC charger will then charge the remote battery to it's own float voltage, which is normally 13.8v-14.5v just like the old charging systems would put out. Some DC to DC chargers will also have secondary inputs for solar, wind, and shore power.

@280zone

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks much for the insights. Judging by my gas mileage I doubt I have the "Smart" charging system (tic), but to be sure I will look into the alternatives identified, thanks again.

@TdrSld

4 жыл бұрын

@@280zone All Tundras have them, and all tundras make bad fuel mileage if you drive them at speed lol. My 2010 tundra 4x4 with 4.30's @ 60mph will make 20.8mpg with no head wind, but the second I bump it up to the 75 mph speed limit here in Texas. It will drink like a fish out of water about 13 - 14mpg on a good day with no head wind. If I get out on the Toll road or out I-10 west of San Antonio where it's 85mph, I get 8-10 mpg lol. Only once have I done 85mph and gotten 16mpg, and that was with a 30mph tail wind lol. Even both of my 05's with the 4.7l had the smart charging system and would get 15-16mpg at highway speeds. One had 4.11's in it and the other had the 3.92's.

What brand were those gear bags?

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

The gear bags we use are from @step22gear they are their standard-sized bags and are holding up quite well. plus the design and squareness of them means they nest/stack really well.

I am definitely considering a flippac for the ram in the future. OB #3030

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

They are great if you can find them! Jut a few drawbacks but overall we still love ours.

@underabigsky

4 жыл бұрын

Ram here as well with an A/T Habitat. See the pluses of the flippac or an A/T Summit. Wanted, to run a roof rack (using Front Runner) though. Habitat is a bit slow by myself with 37’s 2.5 lift in front 3 in the rear at 5’11 for me. Good luck w ur build👍

Just a thought to anyone looking at tundras. All 5.7’s come with the 4.30 gearing. Only the 4.6 woulda come with dif gearing.

👍

How does you milk frother work?

@OverlandBound

4 жыл бұрын

That's just a simple batter oporated unit.

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Yup you can get one on Amazon and I use a double boiler system so that it doesn't burn the milk... as easily! LOL

Where is that campsite?

@OverlandBound

4 жыл бұрын

Just beyond the Rubicon Trail staging site.

Very nice setup. I could see me graduating to a flip type tent in the future. Nice rig guys. OB#3030 PNW EXPLR

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks much! it's a great setup has a few drawbacks. but overall we love it!

Did I miss the tire size?

@OverlandBound

4 жыл бұрын

Nope - I believe they are 35s on 17s but Brett can hop on and say exactly what.

@xTinBenderX

4 жыл бұрын

@@OverlandBound Thanks Michael. Kinda figured, but wasn't sure.

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Hi its 35x 12.5 x18

So what happened with the FlipPac design? I know the company went out of business, did they have this design patented or something?

Within the first 20 seconds of this video, you can clearly see a need for the "TRD" Tundra, to have a Rear Locker. IMO... Otherwise. why think of itself, as part of the TRD Fleet of Toyotas.

@OverlandBound

4 жыл бұрын

It does. That was a tricky spot. Needed diff clearance blah blah blah.

@shawn1928

3 жыл бұрын

@Kiss Kiss Yup, fast-forward to the 2021 Tundra, and you guessed it...still no locking rear diff, and no off-road controls or crawl control. As a future new Tundra (or Sequoia) buyer (me!), it makes me very frustrated

@GeorgeZimmermen

3 жыл бұрын

@@shawn1928 fast forward to the 2022 and it has crawl control, multi train select and I’m sure a rear locker

@shawn1928

3 жыл бұрын

@@GeorgeZimmermen yay so dreams do come true! actually, more likely that they got tired of getting complaints from their current and future customers

Bumper brand??

@ouroverlandlife3057

4 жыл бұрын

Sadly the company FPM fab is no longer in business. They were an Arizona based Fab shop, did great work, just couldn't survive.

Why do I feel like Dave Ramsey had an influence on them

Nice