2023 Colorado ZR2 Overland Build

In this video, we break down all the aftermarket parts we have installed so far to our 2023 Colorado ZR2 to make it capable and comfortable for our overlanding adventures. Don't forget to subscribe and like the video!
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Mod List:
Interior
Floor Mats: shorturl.at/nPlNY
Aux Beam 8 Gang Switch Panel: www.auxbeam.com/outlandish/AR...
Midland MXT275 Radio: amzn.to/4c5Ffvp
Bulletpoint Solutions Mount: www.bulletpointmountingsoluti...
Stealth Camo Wrap: amzn.to/3yC9A67
Exterior:
Method 705 Wheels 17x8.5 +0: amzn.to/3VniWf6
Falken Wildpeak AT3W 315/70/r17
Apex Rapid Tire Deflator Valve Stem: www.apexdesignsusa.com/produc...
CCE Ditch Brackets: coloradocanyonenthusiasts.com...
Lightforce ROK40 Ditch Lights: au.lightforce.com/en-us/produ...
Upgraded GMRS Antenna: amzn.to/4596aUT
RokBlokz Mud Flaps: rokblokz.com/collections/chev...
DFG Offroad Shower Tent: www.dfgoffroad.com/awning-sho...
ActionTrax Traction Boards: amzn.to/4bKt7jy
Fire Extinguisher: amzn.to/3V9vrcU
OVS 270 LT Awning: amzn.to/3V85Kt7
Suspension:
Front
Level Up Tie Rod Sleeves: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Level Up 1" Lift: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Level Up 1" Diff Drop: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Rear:
Deaver Expedition Leaf Pack: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Level Up 1" Shackle: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Level Up Shock Skid: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
Eibach 1.5" Rear Lift Blocks: www.levelupsuspension.com/pro...
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[@just4ivaylo92]

You're not making it easy on me to not buy a ZR2. 😂 Nice build.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, I mean it's worth the purchase 🤣

[@Downtimelost]

Buy one !

[@PeterSierra]

In 3 seconds I see a build that finally showcases the build stance that complements the design elements better than any Colorado build to date. Beauty.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@FlyinGato]

Great video, making me miss my ZR2

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@franktitoni]

Siiiiiiick Truck my guy! Cool Style, Cool Functionality!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@davids.4760]

I really don't know much about these trucks, but they sure are good looking. Nice job on the seat delete! It's good to see clean wiring too. One thing though! Your rear spring shackle appears to be nearly vertical. Is that correct? That shackle should be sitting at 20 to 30 degrees off of vertical If the shackle is vertical, it will result in a harsh ride, higher stress on the spring, and it could even eventually lead to spring failure. Strictly speaking, you need to measure the angle from the datum line between the two spring eyes, but I'm trying not to confuse the hell out of you. This is actually a common thing that I see with modified leaf springs. I just did a search about this and found some pretty good KZbin tutorials. I suggest you have a look!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you. From the instructions provided from Leveled Up and the pictures they provided in their instructions they look exactly like mine, so based on that, they are correct? I didn't know about the angle you mentioned and will definitely look more into it. Not sure if the angle specifically applies to a more aggressive shackle, but I will take a look into it. Thanks

[@Downtimelost]

Hell yeah dude ! Build is lookin rad I wish I got a zr2 ! Lol

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, you should have it's a big step up to the Z71 but you are in it too deep now 🤣 you still got a rad Colorado 🤟

[@Downtimelost]

@@outlandishoverland oh yeah we big deep now 😭😭😂😂

[@barryguffey8061]

My buddies Z71 rolls all the same trails as me in Florida.

[@Downtimelost]

@@barryguffey8061 the z71 is definitely capable mine keeps up with everyone also , zr2 just looks rad lol

[@outlandishoverland]

@@barryguffey8061 I mean to be fair that's not saying much. I lived in FL for majority of my life and FL trails aren't much of a challenge. Most of it is just mud and all you need for that is momentum and some clearance.

[@barryguffey8061]

Very nice

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you

[@barryguffey8061]

Moab put everthing East Coast to shame. Chevy rolled it all.

[@frankheffernan8066]

I bought my 2024 Colorado in April. Thoroughly satisfied. Can you please create content on the rear seat delete. How to remove the seats, mounting points, dimensions etc… You did EXACTLY we what I intend to do with mine.

[@outlandishoverland]

Nice congrats on the purchase. Yes, I could possibly make that a future video!

[@barryguffey8061]

Yea

[@brianpatton6522]

Really nice build so far. Unless I missed it, where did you get the gear shift/console vinyl wrap? I've been looking for something to go on my '13 Colorado Trail Boss.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, maybe I missed it but it's this wrap amzn.to/3xQInwz

[@brianpatton6522]

@@outlandishoverland Thanks man. Good luck on your build.

[@elginwang1572]

Beautiful ZR2. Wondering if you can fit 315s without a lift?

[@outlandishoverland]

Perhaps with the correct offset

[@freedompanda9438]

Looks good! I’m going to test drive a Colorado ZR2 this month, one is coming in to the local dealership. How have you liked the overall ZR2 experience? Also, love the overall setup. I think I recognize that road from hiking the PCT!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you. So far I have been loving it so far with some very minor complaints (which will be an upcoming video of my negatives with the truck). I have just under 7,000 miles with the ZR2 and some pretty hard offroading with it and absolutely no issues this far.

[@TuffPeen]

Hey i saw you recently changed the fluid on your front and rear diffs. Any advice on interval timing, fluid choice or anything else? Manual doesnt have any info unfortunately. Super sick build btw been watching since you first got it

[@outlandishoverland]

Interval timing all depends on how you use your truck. I just changed mine just due to the break-in of the components, I figured it was going to be metal shavings in the diffs. I plan to change my diff fluids every 30k miles or so. I used Mobil 1 Delvac 75w90 because it's one of the few 75w90 oils that doesn't use limited slip additives in it. You don't want LSD additives due to our lockers.

[@TuffPeen]

@@outlandishoverland killer, thank you so much. Appreciate the reply

[@SpaceCadet403]

why do you need the quick link on the front suspection?

[@outlandishoverland]

To articulate better and much smoother on washboard roads

[@stern2701]

I’m torn between what I like best the Colorado or Canyon.

[@outlandishoverland]

Both great options but they are identical copies of each other, the Colorado is a better bargain.

[@NavyLDO]

Nice truck! Curious…how did those heavy @$$ Falken 35s affect your performance and gas mileage!?

[@outlandishoverland]

Performance wise you really don't feel them driving around, the torque the 2.7L makes is more than enough to move them around. Gas mileage took a little hit the problem is I put on the topper and tires very close to each other so I don't know exactly which affected my MPG more but I dropped with the addition of both about 2 MPG. I average currently on the highway at 70-75 MPH at around 15-16 MPG

[@NavyLDO]

@@outlandishoverland Thanks. I can live with the gas mileage hit. Appreciate the info!

[@voyasystem]

Did you say sway bar quick disconect ?!

[@outlandishoverland]

Yes you heard correct, it was a custom sway bar disconnect my brother and I created (he is a mechanical engineer). I had a small segment about it in my Fins and Things ZR2 video showing how it works.

[@barryhadar4486]

doesn’t have switches come from the factory

[@outlandishoverland]

There is an option to have 4 switches from the factory but in my opinion I don't like where it mounts and 4 was not enough. There is technically 1 aux switch that it comes with.

[@Travisj9935]

Your deavers look flat already 😅

[@outlandishoverland]

Just the weird camera angle, they still have plenty of curvature to them.