Oscar Hanson
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Overland Build Order: What to Upgrade First (and What Can Wait)
The order you build an overland vehicle matters as much as the parts. Here’s a ten-step build order that puts safety and…
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How to Choose a DC-DC Charger for Your Dual Battery Setup
A DC-DC charger is the heart of most modern dual battery systems. Here’s how to choose the right size, match it to…
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12V Power for Overlanding: The Complete Guide to Building an Auxiliary System
How to plan a 12V auxiliary power system for overlanding: working out daily use, choosing a battery, charging from the alternator and…
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Suzuki Jimny XL (5-Door) for Overlanding: What the Extra Space Really Costs
The five-door Jimny XL fixes the three-door’s lack of space. Here’s what it means for payload, fuel range, towing and off-road ability…
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REDARC REDWorks Power Panels Explained: Scout, Nomad and Pioneer Compared
REDARC’s REDWorks panels put a DC-DC charger, solar and battery monitoring on one pre-wired plate. Here’s how the Scout25, Nomad50 and Pioneer50…
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LiFePO4 Power Systems Explained: Calculating Your Daily Off-Grid Battery Needs
Reliable electricity is the backbone of modern overlanding. Whether you run a portable 12V fridge, power LED camp lights, or charge laptop…
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Overland Vehicle Weight Distribution: GVWR, Payload and Where to Pack Heavy Gear
Weight is the quiet killer of overland builds. Here’s how GVWR, axle ratings and payload work, and where to put heavy gear…
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10 Easy Camping Meals for Overlanders: Breakfast to Dessert
Ten easy camping meals for overland trips, from breakfast burritos to banana boats, with a practical tip for each and how to…
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How to Choose Overlanding Tires: All-Terrain vs Mud-Terrain, Load Ratings and More
There’s no single best overlanding tire. Here’s how all-terrain, rugged-terrain and mud-terrain tires compare, why load rating matters and how to use…