Thanks man! Yeah I’ve considered upgrading to it, but I just resealed the top of mine (not that it was leaking, just doing maintenance) but after talking with OK4WD I can order the 3R fabric for like and upgrade it to having the new window style. So I think I’ll just do that. I am an Alucab fanboi through and through 😂

@@IndependenceOverland Heck yeah! Another + for Alucab. Very cool you can upgrade like that. Side note, love your stuff man. Been really taking a deep dive into your content lately. I don't really watch many other influencers in the space. You're quickly becoming one of my favorites out there. You're super genuine and have great content and just seem like a good dude. I think we see eye to eye on a lot of things. Holler next time you're in the Ozarks! Would love to link up. - Grant P.S. I just installed those D-Line brakes after linking up with Delon at the MOORE expo. World of difference. Your video sold me on those too!

@@ArkansasOffroad Me and Matt from TAV were talking about you quite a bit this weekend and your whole Dirtbox setup! I appreciate your support man! You know better than I do that its quite a grind with a full time gig. I am going to shoot you a message on IG in regards to an Ozark visit. And on the Powerbrakes, Delon is the man! Such a good guy! And the product truly is top notch stuff! Again, thank you for the support man, especially from other creators it means a lot! 🙏

They are building some really incredible gear!

Yeah Andre I just saw them in person and those ladders do look really nice compared to what I have. I wish it was out before I bought the one I have now.

I just finished up Expo West, I’ll have a video up from the Alucab booth in a few days. Some exciting updates on their products!

I’m glad you found it! Mine has been an awesome tent! Watch my Hest mattress video. I’m telling you, it takes this tent up to another level. It’s an expensive mattress, but the insulation the tent gains and the comfort is absolutely incredible. Upgrade Your Roof Top Tents Mattress! | HEST Bed kzfaq.info/get/bejne/etuflrCev7jUf30.html

Just wrapped up Overland Expo and met the entire Alucab crew. They have some exciting updates coming that I covered. I will have a video up in just a few days! Thanks for watching Larry!

Thank you Dave!

Quick pitch makes som impressive gear as well, no doubt about that!

Thanks Jim I appreciate it man! The Fj has been a solid truck! Refined Cycle is the company, and the propane bracket is awesome! I did drill the hole in the door for the install. It’s been very solid. Using it in combination with the Expedition One rear bumper required a wheel spacer, because the tire actually moves a bit with their “smooth motion” system. Not sure I could make a 35” tire work correctly, something to consider. But having the bottle mounted and ready to use instantly is more of a convenience that I realized it would be. I think it’s perfect for the Fj rear door.

I always leave a window open, but it still doesn’t fold up quite right. It seems to hang up a little more when it’s hot out and the fabric is more pliable.

The Fj is rated for 150lbs but that’s with the OEM roof rack. It’s like payload, the published numbers are set in stone but a good suspension will technically allow it to handle more.

Yes sir, rear window stays open, side windows are closed.having the side windows closed seems to help everything collapse easier

@@IndependenceOverland makes a lot of sense. Thanks brother! 🙏🤙

I don't maintain it. I just close it up. I have never wiped it down or anything like that.

I’ll link my walk around video. I never had an issue with the diff, but I follow the “slow as possible fast as necessary” rule. Being so heavy I was concerned with it breaking in the middle of nowhere, so I upgraded it to a Diamond axle which utilizes the 80 series differential which is a 9.5”. So if I break something now, I’m doing something really stupid (factory Fj diff in the 07-09is an 8”). FJ Cruiser Build | Overland Adventure Offroad Truck kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7CHn5aGtM23h4U.html

That’s why I opted for aluminum over fiberglass, though It’s high enough that it doesn’t really get rock chips. Other than being a bug collection device it’s had really no wear up there.

Yes absolutely, it does make the vehicle top heavy. With such a short wheel base climbing extreme vertical obstacles is challenging as the vehicle wans to roll backwards, and it is not as good at off camber trails with the weight. Good examples can be found in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qduZh5abmq_HaIk.html

@@IndependenceOverland thanks a lot for your comment. I think that’s the reason I will try to keep it simple and trying to sleep inside my defender 110.

If I had a 110 I would be doing the Alucab roof conversion! That would be soooo nice to have!

@@IndependenceOverland ohh yeah that’s really super modification but it’s really expensive and I have the landmark, the last one is produced the 2016, which is limited, maybe is better to keep this iconic car original and look this masterpiece as it came from the old Solihull factory. 🔨 Nice to know your channel, really good job. Thanks a lot

That’s what I do actually. The newer models have vents. The back window can let water in if it’s been raining from the awning part, and the side ones help the tent close up easier if they are zipped up.

@@IndependenceOverland ah, sorry! Looked like the windows were closed when you tried that’s all :) it’s a shame they don’t sell these in NZ! I’m gutted

As far as rain, it’s never leaked a drop. It’s quite nice having the hard shell top because it’s not super noisy with every drop like a traditional tent fabric. You can still heat it, but it’s muffled enough that it helps you sleep rather than keeping you up (flip style tents are really noisy). It’s like having a real roof vs a tarp. I can’t compare to the other tents, since I haven’t used them. I believe JB has options for both pop up and wedge style, as the wedge style will always win in a wind test. On the way to Expo west a few nights ago, we had some really nasty winds in Utah. Not sure on how fast they were, but by far the worst gusts I’ve tried to sleep through. The tent was facing in the complete wrong direction for the wind and while we could tell it was shaking the entire truck, it was fine. I got down and move the truck to point the nose into the wind, and the wind blasts were almost unnoticeable after that. It does incredibly well.