1. I'm Australian so there's no such thing as excess water 2. Again, Australian 3. Limb risers protect your windscreen and snorkel (but we barely run them) 4. A real cold air intake has a shroud to keep engine air out like my GTI 5. High lifts are excellent for different terrains when you don't get the choice on the ground you're jacking on

@mammothwagon

3 ай бұрын

How DARE you question an obvious EXPERT from ARKANSAS. /sarcasm

@kyle6703

2 ай бұрын

What cold air intake model do you have and what vehicle do you have it installed on? Are there advantages that you notice with it? Thanks.

@AlmightyHilux

8 күн бұрын

When it comes to overlanding I feel like one must look to the Australians and South Africans to determine what's useful and what's frivolous.. places of varied terrain where breaking down could be life or death. That said, I haven't had a need for limb risers but calling them useless seems incorrect.

Some of your points are very valid. Where I live, the deserts of Nevada, water is life. You can NEVER have too much.

@mammothwagon

3 ай бұрын

Right. They live in Arkansas and pretend to be experts of overloading out West. Zero clue.

Limb risers aren’t to save your paint. They keep your windshield from being smacked by branches. At around $30, they’re cheap and if they prevent one broken windshield they’ve more than paid for themselves.

@ryoc2138

Жыл бұрын

My limb risers saved my windshield from a falling object. The limb risers got ripped out of their mounting points, but they stopped it a few inches from my windshield and hood. I was able to easily bolt them back into place.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

If you're going fast enough for a limb to break the windshield then that's driver error and poor decision making. 😂😂

@Gregster3

Жыл бұрын

Right?.. Going fast and furious? 😮

@nathanoleson8428

Жыл бұрын

@@OzarkOverlandAdventures i represent that statement

@jaypikachu6660

Жыл бұрын

The purpose of Limb risers are not protecting paint job or windshield, they help to push the branches away so you can able to see through faster, Camel Trophy Defender use them over 40 years ago, oh I forgot you haven’t born yet,😅😅😅😅😅

Always thought “Limb Risers” were to protect the windshield?

@UncleJoeHikes

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve never heard of using them to prevent pin-striping but they make sense for preventing windshield damage.

@JDS-Dalton

Жыл бұрын

This video is actually the first time I've ever heard anyone say anything about them being used to prevent pinstriping. Only ever heard of them being used to protect the windshield.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

If you're going fast enough for a limb to break the windshield then that's driver error and poor decision making. 😂😂

@UncleJoeHikes

Жыл бұрын

@@OzarkOverlandAdventures Well, it doesn’t take much! Let’s count the cracked ones at OE this year! I guess we’ll have to disagree on this one. 😉

@walj1295

11 ай бұрын

I use the “limb risers” to clear the view in dense and bushy trails.

I grew up using a bumper jacket (high lift jack) and I love them. They are extremely versatile, if you know how to use it properly and safely. Other than my family, I don’t know anyone that knows how to actually use one. You are 100% right that they are useless if you don’t know what you’re doing, and also very dangerous.

@samsquanchoverland

8 ай бұрын

i love mine also

@pacek9341

7 ай бұрын

You can do more with a hi-lift than most people know how to do anyway, but you're on the money that they can bite ya if you don't learn how to work them. Actually had to shove my truck away from my wife when she was in an angry huff changing our truck from summer to winter tires on her own by her own choice. She changed her tune after she realized how close to dead she just had been.

@boster8368

5 ай бұрын

and there great for pulling power

One point about water I would add is that it depends on where you are going. The Ozarks seem to have water everywhere.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Yes except for July and August. lol.

I do solo trips all over in my truck. I use a lifesaver jug for my water jug as it ensures whatever water i get from gas stations or water sources on the road is clean to drink but only carry a 20L with 20 extra per person. Limb risers if done right with cable can save light pods and windshields from stray branches and tree branches. High lift jack as a backup winch or secondary winch for crosshill situations. Possibly also needing to lift a wheel or axle direct using a tire strap, and doing a tire repair popping the bead. But you did admit that most dont know how to use them and those people shouldnt carry them and that i agree with. In the end, everyones needs are different so you have to go somewhere and see what might fix your problems or difficulties.

We have enough time doing this and now know the real world requirements for basic overlanding. I too find my solar panels to be useless in most situations. Love the part about the hi lift jack. You just saved me a few bucks. Keep up the great work.

@margyg

11 ай бұрын

If you run a fridge and are in warm climates a solar panel is a must if you r are not driving everyday enough to recharge. That is even with a second battery. We have dual battery systems in 3 vehicles. All three have their own fridge and they also all have a hood solar panel. I deem them a necessity based on actual use in the desert SW.

"You know where a cold air intake is taking in the air? Right here, in the engine bay. It's a hot air intake." Damn! You're killing 'em! 😂

Congrats on the channel’s success Matt. It’s great to see how many patrons’ names follow mine on the scroll in such a short time. All very sound advice on this video. My water situation is a bit different in my JLU since I trailer a duel sport motorcycle. I’ll base camp for a couple days and explore the area on the bike, then load up and head to another epic campsite like on the Mulberry River last weekend ;-). A real, although quick shower every evening is a must but my 6 gallon Igloo Jerry can and CampLux shower is perfect and will easily last 8 or 9 days or until the next fuel stop. A loaded 392 pulling a trailer equals MANY fuel and water stops. I use a Dometic water can for cooking and clean up and an empty LifeSaver Jerry can for emergencies but, like you, may be getting rid of it soon because it’s never had a drop of water in it. Love the videos and hope to see you in the Ozarks sometime!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

You said it correctly, your personal experience. Overlanding is such a meshing of other outdoor activities you can't put it in it's own little bucket. It is camping, it is offroading, it is roadtripping, it is survival, and so much more. The advice you're giving is great for someone exactly like you. I wonder how many people are exactly like you... Also, Huron-Manistee National Forest has trails so tight they can become impassable during certain times of the year. I do actually agree that limb risers wouldn't help much. It just goes to show you have a certain scope of experience that you're speaking to, and thats fine, but it should not be taken as gospel by your viewers.

Agree with everything you said, except the limb risers. I dont have limb risers on my vehicle but I have been in scenarios where having a limb riser would have been beneficial. Its not for saving paint. Its for tight trails and pushing the branches away from your windshield. No you dont need to go very fast to have an errant branch smack your windshield

Thanks Matt! After $20k of gear and mods I can proudly say I haven’t purchased one of these things.

@electricstartclint

Жыл бұрын

Same! Haha

Us old guys that grew up with bumper jacks know how dangerous lifting from the bumper can be. It best to lift it from under the frame or the axel.

Hey Matt I believe the limb riser is designed to save your windshield. lol I live in western Canada and we have tight trails too

Great and honest video! Thank you for sharing your experiences with these products.

Thanks for pointing out these blind spots Matt! Great work!

19:50 Pro-Eagle off-road jack. Designed to raise lifted vehicles in awkward terrain. It has the stability for use in off-road conditions. A bottle jack is a good idea, uses less space, and costs less, but has a small bottom surface, and depending on the terrain could be useless. Not hate or rebuttal. We're here to help each other, which this video touches on some constructive feedback that needs to be said. Definitely appreciate you putting this video out there.

As someone who is just getting into this overland stuff I appreciate the info you share it makes A lot of sense that’s the main reason I subscribed to this channel plus y’all from the Ozarks as well so I’ll see close trails to me

Wow I learned a lot of what not to buy but as well as what to buy thanks Matt great video keep up the good hard work!

Thanks for this. As someone fairly new to overlanding you brought up great points that I hadn't even thought of. I appreciate what you do!

@Eduardo_Espinoza

7 ай бұрын

Just don't get stuck in the desert

Great video and great knowledge. While someone’s feelings were probably hurt I couldn’t agree more with your recommendations. You’ll definitely save some folks some money if they pay attention.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Good stuff. Its so easy to overthink overlanding gear or do what looks cool. Great video

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

This type of brutal honesty is very welcome.

I like seeing videos like this because it shows you what you really don’t need. all of us that like to Overland see videos and pictures of all this really neat cool expensive gear that we think we need and it really ends up being a huge waste of money. The type of equipment you need really depends on the type of Overlanding you do..

I think your comments on the Hi-lift are very valid, in that you need to know how to use it and maintain it. And the number of times you will use it is likely once a year at most, for very specific uses so it tends to be dead weight. For example, I have used mine with a tire lift kit to lift tires out of a collapsed wood culvert. But this is a case where a winch would not help as I had to go backward and get the frame off the ground. Yes, bottle jack would have worked, with a lot of digging to get it in place. And it was a long hard couple of hours as was. Excellent video and commentary

Completely entertained by this one. Laughing throughout. Speaking truth to conventions. 😂 happy trails

Helpful and needed. This is like a Mt Everest sherpa ranting about all his clients with money and their excessive obsession with gears. Like sherpas, we don't need no deadweights to get the ultimate experience.

It had to be said, you got a new sub cuz of this video...appreciate the real life update on products like this, keep it coming

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

11 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!!

You are absolutely correct on all counts . Good information 👌

Spot on with the cold-air intake. I’m glad someone else said it.

Thank you for doing this video. Just bought my Jeep and yes everything you said makes sense. Especially about looking cool in the Jeep community. It has definitely made me think twice about future purchases.

My favorite thing is seeing the high-lift Jack's mounted on trucks with factory bumpers and no rock sliders. So it has no method of lifting it or pulling it as a winch.

Great Info. I'm buying a Rubicon within a year, and watching your videos have help me a lot. But I disagree a little about your opinion of about water. Love your videos.

Love this video!!! Thank you! You & Kara are the best! 🥰

I speak for many when I say that I really appreciate your honesty and your ability to eat some humble pie. Good on ya.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

11 ай бұрын

Thanks.

I agree with you. We all tend to think of "worst case" and "we need this" sets in, so we buy things without thinking it through. I have several things in my garage that I just do not need nor have I used them. They do make great dust catchers though. LOL Thanks for the video and until next time... Travel safe.

Just startin out, thks for the experience and info.

I agree with Brett on limb risers. I have them, they do work. Saved my windshield a few times on some trails. Thanks for your opinion. I agree with the water section.

@boster8368

5 ай бұрын

Gorilla Glass windshield works too

I couldn’t agree with you more on the cold air intake and Hi Lift. Heavy and never got used, I took mine off years ago.

Great video Matt!!! Oh and you hurt my feeling...🤣🤣🤣🤣 NOT!! You really hit the nail on the head with all of the mods!! Great info!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you for your knowledge & experience, as well as keeping it real!!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

11 ай бұрын

Always!

Hi Matt! Thanks for saving me money! 😂 Great video!

We have since started carrying less water, 2 gal Rotopax and few Nalgene, sometimes a gallon jug depending on cooking. Filter is for backpacking and hunting out west. Our solar is full time mounted to tent, it pays no rent. We run fridge full time and rig sits more than runs even as a daily. High lift Jack, most folks don’t know how to use properly. I grew up using them…on the farm. Super handy, I don’t carry one and don’t think I would full time. On our 4Runner I think the factory Jack will still work We snorkeled lol Good video

Great info. Some of the same things heard from other overlanders. Make it simple. Only thing as you said if base camping for a while is solar panels. I just need enough battery power for my CPAP and wife’s CPAP. Thanks for explaining your take.

You got me on the solar panels, air intake, and hilift lol. 😅 I do bring a bottle jack tho. Basically just keep the hilift for looks now.

Very informative points, thank you!

My limb risers are only for supporting tarps when hail is expected - saves the hood and windshield.

I just subscribed because I found you with Revere Overland yesterday. You really pushed some buttons with this video. It looks like most people agree with you on the solar panels but that is about it. I have used my hi-lift jack but I had to use it in conjunction with a bottle jack. I got a lift a few months ago and my Wrangler jack would not go high enough and neither would my bottle jack. So, the combination worked. I have since now have a block of wood to set my jack on that will work. But I will keep my cool looking hi-lift jack since it is not mounted on the hood.

Love the cold air intake example and explanation. Double thumbs up! Being as those cold air intakes make more sound (14:18 woshy sound) some folks think their vehicle is more powerful. Heck, if sound produced more power my wife would be the CEO of the universe. As for the hi-lift jack, we thought it might be needed for recovery, well it came in handy a few times for pulling fence posts out of the ground; bada-boom. It now sits in the basement.

Great video Matt. What about recovery straps? Whats a good one and how many would you carry? Any Brand specific

Great video! Extra water: Totally agree. I used to carry 2 - 7 gallon jugs. When camping by myself. I always came back with one completely full and the other partially full after a 3 day outing. Easy to grab more water if needed. Solar Panels: THANK YOU! Haha! The ONE time I had to recharge my Ecoflow, I went inside a breakfast place for a quick breakfast, took my Ecoflow inside, set it on quick charge, and after $18 dollars of food, coffee and about 30 minutes, it was fully charged. Haha! All the other times I just charge on the road. Now they sit in the garage and come out when trying to impress friends. I would throw traction boards in that too, personally. The one time I've tried to use them, they simply and quickly bogged down in the mud with zero help. I've always found other recovery methods much more effective. I see them nice and clean on most rigs. I've yet to see any muddy and beat up, like they've been used. I even found one once on a trail in Colorado, all beat up and broken. They do make for nice overlanding jewelry though.

Hard disagree on water, and water filtration. That may be enough for where you live, but in the Southwest, where water is generally not readily available in the mountains, having "excess" is a great idea. Running out of gas will be a PITA, running out of water will kill you. When it's hot, you're looking at more than a gallon per day per person, not to mention it being awful nice to be able to wash your hands, rinse your dishes, etc. I've had "plenty" of water twice, as in 10 gallons for 2 people for 3 days, and due to extenuating circumstances, ran out once and came pretty damn close the 2nd time. Now, do you need a 300$ water filtration system? No. I have a 70$ pump one, more designed for backpacking but it will do the job just fine given some time and elbow grease for a 5 or 10 gallon container.

@brocklastname6682

8 ай бұрын

Agreed.

Honestly, I agree with every single one of these. We tend to buy stuff because we think we MAY need it, but never truly evaluate scenarios we actually end up in vs what we've bought. I'm learning to slim my pack out down quite a bit!

Just to be clear on the cold air intake, the computer doesnt limit the air coming in... It uses that information to properly adjust the fuel pulse to the injectors to achieve the closest F/A ratio to the given conditions. That being said, you are correct that they are not worth the upgrade and most times not installed in an area that makes them beneficial. Outside that, love the channel and value your opinions as you speak from experience and not just popular opinion 👌

Limb risers are to protect the windshield, not prevent pin stripes. I actually use them on my tractor, to keep the limbs out of my face.

I’m not a big water drinker myself and never really realized how long I can actually go without drinking it until I started watching vids like this lol

Thank you for this information. Good to think about when downsizing. For me, I'm starting over so I haven't gone this far (but good to keep in mind).

Great video! I agreed with everything. I do carry a Grayl filter just for hiking. That way I can carry one bottle of water and refill as needed along the trail. I carried a high lift on the brush guard of my 91 Explore back in the day. NEVER used it lol

@waker1776

Жыл бұрын

yup

Very informative. Thanks

Definitely some useful info!! Thanks

I couldn't agree with you more on all points. Love the delivery lol

This is a great talk on your experience.

Great content! Thanks for sharing

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Love the info and opinions 🫡

My only differing thoughts are on "cold air" intakes. They do work, but only marginally and at higher RPMs. At most +10HP in certain special conditions. Company and independent dynos show this too beyond just theoretical fluid mechanics. Stock intakes are designed to be at the best possible minimum standard at normal operating conditions (on roads at 1-3RPM) for as cheap as possible. At higher RPM (3-5) they are slightly restrictive, its the nature of fluid mechanics in tubes especially with filters. Larger intakes take up more space, cost more, are louder which some people dont like, and have little benefit to the average consumer driving normally. That's why they aren't stock. The "dream" performance combo would be a large tube snorkle (real cold air) feeding down into an enclosed cold air intake to maximize filtered flow even in high RPM.

@juliuscheng5788

7 ай бұрын

I'd also point out that the temps for a "cold air intake" only become ambient when the vehicle is moving at a moderate to significant (highway) speed, and not so much when wheeling down a trail. I mean, if you're gunning down a trail fast enough to flow air through your grille to make the underhood temps like outside air, then that's a trail for Baja racing, rather than typical "offroading".

Cold air intake is for street rods. For going on the trail, a K&N replacement filter is a better option. When you get home from the dusty roads, you can place the filter in a tub of warm water and swish it around, rinse with running water, and dry.

@kevinsiggins623

11 ай бұрын

I agree, even on street cars most people aren't getting any benefit from them though. Unless you've done enough modifications that your air intake is a limiting factor they have little to no effect, yet every kid with a stock Honda thinks a cold air intake will make their car fast.

@scottyh72

7 ай бұрын

K&N have been proven to let more dirt into the engine. Sure they flow more air. How do you think they do this?

Good information. Love your videos.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

You are absolutely right, you don't need all that extra weight. A high lift Jack. It's no good if you don't oil. It in grease it down all the time. There's always maintenance. You have to do as far as water is concerned. You are also right you need more fuel To get to places when overlanding. I carry a 5 gallon jug water That is all I need for cooking and drinking water as well as washing dishes. I really enjoy watching your videos Keep posting them on KZread. They are very entertaining, especially when you are wearing your crazy hairdo And pushing limits on your jeep. Keep posting on KZread, be safe out there.Take care and good luck In all you do.

Limb risers protect windshield from being broken by pushing bigger limbs,

Highlift jacks are great for stretching fence or pulling fence posts, and that's it. Definitely a newbie piece of equipment.

I agree with you on a lot of the items. Especially solar panels! They take up space and really need perfect sun conditions to be worth it. Hell, even here in Florida, you won’t get much solar charge unless there are no clouds.

Great info Matt! Thanks! Have you ever done a review of your RTT? I’d be interested to learn more about it.

Every 6 months I pull everything out and if I never used it it gets thrown in the garage. You got me on the water. I had a huge 12 gallon tank and I went down to a little 4 gallon waterport for hand washing and cooking water. Enough for a quick Shower. Hotel every 3-4 days and body wash wipes is key. You got me on the hanging water filter thing. In the garage it went. 😂 Water is weight. McDonald’s is awesome for filling up water. Triple filtered. Very cold. I bring in a big bottle and fill up. Solar panel on the roof works good for the beach and and home to keep the fridge on 24/7. With redvision you don’t need it anyway. 😉 I had limb risers. Ok on a full size on my tundra here in the Appalachian mountains it is tight trails. Don’t have them in the jeep. Good for hanging wet clothes. 😂 100% agree on the cold air intake. Exsp on a jeep. Extra dumb points on a diesel that already has a intercooler 😂 Please do a review on the syclone pre filter!!! You will love it. I sold my high lift jack. Used one time. Saved my ass. But Bottle jacks 100% and soo heavy!!!

Thank you for the tips.

thank you keep them coming

Good video I've experienced a few of these items myself and you are correct

Limbrisers are for saving your windshield. The forest you have there they are not so thick. travel to europe to see some real woods and see some thick branches hitting your windshield and cracking it

Hey Matt. I'm still fairly new. The only thing I have that you mentioned is water filtration. I have a 3 stage water filtration system. We bring a 7 gallon water jug and just get water from the river. But, I take my wife with me, and she and I love showers lol. I have a shower tent and hot water heater. Love your videos bro

I thought it was just me, lol. Awesome video 🤘

As someone who worked on cars, but new to offroading a bottle jack always made more sense to me than a hi lift jack

The moment you said hi lift i instantly thought bottle jack! Before today I've never even heard of limb risers. Still learning..

Thank you for your input on the water filtration containers and straws . I always wanted one because I was a fan of the survival shows. I'm only a wkend warrior, I don't even need one.

Useful tips that will save me some money. As far as limb risers saving your windshield, any branch big enough to break a windshield isn't going to be stopped by a little limb riser. But, by all means, use them if it gives you peace of mind.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

11 ай бұрын

Facts!!!

We were camped at Alta Lakes in CO a couple summers ago and we did actually use the lifestraw bag and it worked great. We were running low on water and it was nice to have because a run to the store would have been a hassle. I also like it because it stores easily and you never know when you might need to treat water in an emergency. I think I paid $100 for the 3 gallon bag.

@WTFover714

10 ай бұрын

Poor planning.

@elpatudo3670

7 ай бұрын

​@@WTFover714 you don't get it..... Obviously.

Great content and no complaints here on anything you said or recommend. I admit I am one of those that have limb risers - but not for protection against pin stripes (that just seams stupid to me), but for windshield protection. I live in Idaho and spend a lot of time traveling the southern part which is mostly desert. The trees and bushes are low and very tight on a lot of the trails I frequent, where MANY branches (some 2"-3" thick) hit against your windshield (and Jeep windshields are notorious for damage). My limb risers help direct those branches over my windshield so I don't have to stop and cut the branches off the trees. Anything bigger and the saw(s) come out. I do have a High-lift (but I'm an old timer) that I've used several times, but never for changing a tire. I also carry 2 bottle jacks which are much more useful in 99% of needs.

Great video, useful info

One of your best episodes.

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Pretty good video. I grabbed a hilift jack to strap the tire and jack up there. Also, it is a "poor mans winch" electric winches are the bees knees but these work just fine too. I dont disgree with any of it though, i know mine is mostly decoration! 😊

The badge of honor trial in Ocala FL would like you to hold its beer and watch this in regard to tight trails and pinstripes.

@sectorresearch3941

Жыл бұрын

I was ganna say, Florida has some very tight trails, a lot of people just don’t know about them.

Tell it how it is lol love it! Honest reviews 🙂

Lot of truth to all of this. The one exception is water. I spend most of my time in the deserts of the south west. You always want to carry more water than you think you'll need, in case of a breakdown. I also travel with my dog a lot and that dude can put some water down!

Along with the bottle Jack I carry +/- 12” lengths of 2x4’s to built platforms. Great list!

Best overland video ever!

@OzarkOverlandAdventures

10 ай бұрын

THANKS!!

Good video. Sometimes I use my hi lift jack with a lift mate in order to place a traction board right under the tire. It's a lifesaver when my tires just won't bite onto the boards

Agree about everything, except the high-lift. I do agree with many of your statements about the hi-lift, but I have also used it many times when other items were not available. As you say, a good tool in the correct hands.

Great tips. I don't usually buy anything from Harbor Fright but I like my bottle jack.

Time 13:27. I guarantee you here in the east, our trails are narrower! They’re so overgrown most often it’s like going through tunnels! Also why my trucks always have MILLIONS of pinstripes! Lol. As for limb risers? IMO pointless. They’re supposed to keep branches off the windshield. They don’t do what they’re claimed to do. Any branches large enough to cause damage, usually break the limb risers anyway. Some guys have them, many have tried them. As for me? I don’t use them either. Knowing what size limb to push with your windshield comes with experience. As for the other? I just accept that pinstripes are par for the course after 30+ years of off roading. 🙂

Spot on ! Thanks for sharing !

Well done. Especially the hilift, and the hot air intake. Skills and research a much.