STOP Buying This Overland Gear! (My Biggest Regrets)

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

I've spent a lot of time (and money) building my Tacoma for overland trips, and there are a few things I flat out regret. In this video I break down the gear choices that didn't make sense, the upgrades I would have waited on, and what actually mattered once I got out on the trail.

If you're building an overland Tacoma right now, this should save you time, cash, and frustration.

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My Tacoma Build List

🧱 Front bumper: C4 Fab

💡 Off-road lights: Baja Designs

🪝 Winch: Warn with Factor 55 Ultra Hook

🛡️ Skid plates: C4 Skids

🛡️ Diff skid: DRT Fab

🛡️ Rear shock skid: Cali Raised

🧱 Rock sliders: Cali Raised

💡 Headlights: AlphaRex

💡 Tail lights: AlphaRex

🧳 Roof rack: Prinsu

📦 Storage boxes: Pelican

📡 Internet: Starlink

⛺ Rooftop tent: iKamper 3.0 Mini

🛠️ Bed rack: RCI Aluminum

🧱 Rear bumper: Out Gear Solutions with custom swing

🛞 Wheels: Ultra Wheels

🏁 Shocks: Kings with adjusters

🔩 Upper control arms: ICON Vehicle Dynamics

🧰 Bump stop: SuperSprings

🔋 Dual battery: Genesis

☀️ Hood solar: LenSun Solar

☀️ iKamper solar: Merlin Solar

🔊 Audio: JL Audio Systems

🏕️ Privacy tent: KickAss

📶 Signal booster: WeBoost

🪚 Recovery boards: MaxTrax

🏋️ Leaf springs: Deaver

🧩 Tailgate insert: SnailArmor