Welcome to the Overland Journal Podcast

Project Vehicle Updates: Matt's GX460

The Appeal of the Lexus GX460

Suspension Upgrades and Beadlocks

Maintaining Air Suspension on the GX460

Scott's Gladiator Modifications

Electrical and Lighting Upgrades

The Prospector: A Full-Size Truck Solution

Scott's G-Class Mercedes

The Appeal of the Mercedes G-Wagen

Mechanical Simplicity and Reliability

The Unique Character of G-Wagens

Ownership Experience and Long-Term Savings

Closing Thoughts on Vehicle Ownership

Project Vehicle Updates: Lexus GX 470 Build, Gladiator Suspension Tuning, and Future AEV Prospector PlansScott Brady and Matt Scott share project vehicle updates on the Overland Journal Podcast, including a deep dive on Scott’s Lexus GX 470 (2007) build inspired by driving a Prado 120 in Tasmania and chosen for the 4.7L V8, reliability, payload, and strong aftermarket support. Scott discusses installing ARB Old Man Emu BP-51 suspension, AEV Crestone DOT-legal beadlock wheels, plans for an ARB front bumper, Warn winch, and possibly keeping the factory rear air suspension for ride quality and leveling. Matt reviews ongoing Jeep Gladiator suspension tuning, potential Icon components or airbags, and a full electrical refit using Redarc systems (Manager30 and upcoming RedVision) with lithium power and added solar. They also cover G-Wagen updates, tire and roof tent testing, vehicle cost-of-ownership strategy, and Matt’s interest in an AEV Prospector full-size Ram conversion.

 

<p>Project Vehicle Updates: Lexus GX 470 Build, Gladiator Suspension Tuning, and Future AEV Prospector PlansScott Brady and Matt Scott share project vehicle updates on the Overland Journal Podcast, including a deep dive on Scott&rsquo;s Lexus GX 470 (2007) build inspired by driving a Prado 120 in Tasmania and chosen for the 4.7L V8, reliability, payload, and strong aftermarket support. Scott discusses installing ARB Old Man Emu BP-51 suspension, AEV Crestone DOT-legal beadlock wheels, plans for an ARB front bumper, Warn winch, and possibly keeping the factory rear air suspension for ride quality and leveling. Matt reviews ongoing Jeep Gladiator suspension tuning, potential Icon components or airbags, and a full electrical refit using Redarc systems (Manager30 and upcoming RedVision) with lithium power and added solar. They also cover G-Wagen updates, tire and roof tent testing, vehicle cost-of-ownership strategy, and Matt&rsquo;s interest in an AEV Prospector full-size Ram conversion.</p>
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The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry. This podcast is hosted by Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott. This podcast is a production of the Overland Journal Magazine and the expeditionportal.com website.

The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry.

The Overland Journal Podcast

Matt and Scott do a deep dive into their current project vehicles, including the GX470, Gladiator, G-Wagens, KTM 950s, and more. They review the most notable modifications and reveal a few new products that are being installed for long-term testing.

Behind the Builds: Overland Journal's Latest Projects and Tech

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