Welcome to the Overland Journal Podcast

Defining Overlanding and Vehicle Modification

The Importance of Prioritizing Travel Over

The Ten Commandments of Modifying Your

Complexity is the Enemy: Starting with the

Weight: The Enemy of Overlanding

Suspension: A Delicate Balance

Keeping the Engine Stock: The Power of

Electrical Modifications: Avoiding the Wiring

Tires: Finding the Right Balance

The Mud Tire Dilemma

All-Terrain Tires: A Better Choice

The Importance of Standard Tire Sizes

Roofloads: Avoid Them at All Costs

Self Recovery: Be Prepared

The Dangers of Improper Recovery

Securing Your Load: A Crucial Safety Measure

The Buy Once, Cry Once Mentality

Keep It Simple, Have Fun

Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady and co-host Matt Scott discuss the “10 Commandments” of modifying an overland (travel-focused) vehicle, emphasizing that overlanding differs from recreational four-wheeling and that simplicity, reliability, and intentional upgrades matter most. They argue complexity and weight are major enemies, and recommend starting with the right platform, limiting suspension lift, keeping engines largely stock for serviceability, and carefully planning and isolating electrical systems with proper fusing and documentation. They advise using high-quality, appropriately sized all-terrain tires, avoiding heavy roof loads, and prioritizing basic self-recovery gear and training. They also stress securing all cargo to prevent dangerous projectiles and following a “buy once, cry once” approach—spending more on travel and experiences than on vehicle modifications.

<p><em>Overland Journal Podcast</em> host Scott Brady and co-host Matt Scott discuss the &ldquo;10 Commandments&rdquo; of modifying an overland (travel-focused) vehicle, emphasizing that overlanding differs from recreational four-wheeling and that simplicity, reliability, and intentional upgrades matter most. They argue complexity and weight are major enemies, and recommend starting with the right platform, limiting suspension lift, keeping engines largely stock for serviceability, and carefully planning and isolating electrical systems with proper fusing and documentation. They advise using high-quality, appropriately sized all-terrain tires, avoiding heavy roof loads, and prioritizing basic self-recovery gear and training. They also stress securing all cargo to prevent dangerous projectiles and following a &ldquo;buy once, cry once&rdquo; approach&mdash;spending more on travel and experiences than on vehicle modifications.</p>

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

After a few trips around the world, these are the lessons we have learned (mostly the hard way) about properly modifying your overlanding vehicle for adventure travel. This includes suspension and engine upgrades, wiring changes, payload, and other import

The 10 Commandments of Modifying Your Overland Vehicle

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