EXTREME Full Size Overland Vehicle Build (AEV Prospector XL)

[@TrailRecon]

Such an incredible truck and what a perfect build for this Arctic Adventure we are on!

[@TACTICALNOMAD]

@TrailRecon, Brad, you had the perfect truck when you had your RAM for long distance and an Arctic Expedition trip. IDK why you would have gotten rid of it?! Jeeps are so small, uncomfortable and cramped, especially for long distance driving/off-roading.

[@tomasnguyen7237]

I’m just curious how many MPG this truck is? 8 mpg?

[@trevors2933]

That's a nice rig your wheeling. I'm in Dawson for work and seen you guys the other day parked outside the pizza place

[@aevnate4140]

@@tomasnguyen7237 I have a similar truck and with the diesel engine I will get 12-14mpg.

[@careysmoak5478]

How’s that emissions crap doing. I have a 24 model 6.7 Cummins and it hates low speed driving you’ll clog up that DPF filter in 300 miles. I’m hoping you deleted all that or you’re gonna have major issues

[@PowerMcWagonFace]

Really glad to see such a high quality channel getting into the full size space. Those of us who have opted for big rigs over Jeeps and Toyota's finally get to see the vehicles we own and love doing the things you've done so well capturing on camera. Next step will be a content creator such as yourself leading an expedition for full size trucks.

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thank you! Lots to come.

[@tylermayers8081]

Check out destination adventure he has a very cool full size

[@trevors2933]

​@@tylermayers8081And he's also headed to the Arctic. Love watching both their channels. Dustin's rig is a little more achievable for the average joe haha

[@suhailxx]

As an og subscriber so proud to see this build happen and the prospector XL come to the channel ! Shawn is definitely one of the most down to earth KZbinrs out there with some epic content!! Congrats sir ! 🍻

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thank you!

[@JeffreyMota]

Everytime I watch another video I can't believe this channel still doesn't have a millions of subs

[@RaffoRacing]

Diesel is the final answer dude…Go ahead man! Hello from Italy 👊🏼

[@derekheuring2984]

Well, maybe. Long distance driving with long gaps between service stations then yes, you want a diesel. If you want the utmost in off-road capability in a full-size truck then Power Wagon is the way to go and they only offer the gasser for very good reasons: less weight over the front suspension. Power Wagon's go where no rebel has gone before.

[@alessandrodilorenzo7891]

Anvedi il Raffo Un saluto 👋

[@RaffoRacing]

@@alessandrodilorenzo7891 😁👊🏼

[@stefanopoggi550]

Raffo vogliamo vedere una cosa così pure sul tuo 😂

[@JH-ev3qy]

Diesel is the superior choice for overlanding 👍

[@emmawebb6955]

WOW, ......SWEET‼️💯👍 and I'm glad you clarified that GLADIATOR is still in commission💯👍😉 Great idea with Dodge Heavy Duty for long distance and family time......PERFECTO 💯👍😊....Also AMAZING CREW HIGH QUALITY WORK💯👍💯👍

[@craighoyt125]

Im SO stoked for this build!! I was so bummed when @TrailRecon sold his. That was how I found him. I have a Ram 2500 that I am slowly building and I cant wait to see what you can do it this beautiful beast! The Trail Destroyer is rad but this I think is going to be my favorite! Cant wait!

[@scottymac5174]

One of your Patreon subscribers here. When you first announced this trip with TrailRecon and doing this new build I thought Brad still had his big Power Wagon. You sir, now have an amazing, long distance travel vehicle!

[@4WDisLife]

congrats! Your daughter is sooo adorable.

[@pnmbdprantic]

I was just saying this!! More little human content please! She’s adorable.

[@leemen]

Thats 1 of the sweetest purpose built rigs out there. I love that you built it for you and your family. Who cares if a few commenters don’t understand. I’m excited for you to explore the possibilities of this truck.

[@miiik_k]

Super nice Truck! 🎉 Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it!

[@Minnesota_Vance]

This is an amazing build. As someone who explores in a Wrangler Rubicon 392, I know exactly why you looked at a diesel powered truck . AEV makes great components and of course, the guys at Epic do a fantastic job putting everything together. Congratulations, on your new truck. I can't wait to see what you do with it.

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Shaun. Your new long range adventure rig is so epic can’t wait to see yours and Brads epic adventure to the Arctic Ocean.

[@Yotasol18]

Disregard the negative Nannie’s , I love watching people do amazing builds like these!! On a side note I met you at overland expo Flagstaff, thanks for the sticker I drive a Tacoma and that extra 10 horsepower is amazing 😂😉

[@applebitefool]

You sir, have excellent taste. Very glad you are doing well enough to accomplish such builds

[@OverlandOutfitters]

Stoked to see the build coming together and getting used properly! Looks bad ass! Enjoy all the adventures!

[@stephenmiller5023]

Funny you should post this Video ….. just yesterday myself and some friends got my new Bed mounted rack & OVS systems Nomadic tent and 270 degree awning installed on my ‘02 GMC Sierra Duramax powered rig . I’m up on 8” lift & 37’s ever since I bought the truck almost 22 years ago now . Believe it or not it’s only got a little over 142,000 miles ,as I drove my Chevy 2500 eleven foot bed Dually service truck for my main business and used the GMC only for weekends with various trips out camping towing trailers / boat or Bikes in bed. About 10 months ago I got serious about retirement and at 64 now am FINALLY pursuing my dream of an Overlanding rig . I figured “ what the Hell , I already own a solid platform “ that’s been hands down one of the best trucks I’ve EVER owned , and build from there .Really looking forward to seeing where you go with this trip you & Brad and the few others will travel . My bucket list of my own places is growing ….. 😏. Way cool build you did by the way 😎👍

[@pytheus]

Congrats on a fantastic build!! And, another great vid! Please, some questions: -How did you choose the Prospector over an F250? -In retrospect, would a Tundra build have been adequate and what, if anything, would you change on the build? Thanks in advance!

[@vadymposonskyi6890]

I wish you pleasant travels and emotions on this truck. From Ukraine

[@EigerSummitOffroad]

That thing is wicked man. What an adventure vehicle.

[@TerenceSawtellCA]

I just finished a massive overhaul of my 90's Skamper and this is making me mad jealous. Love the build!

[@jordansvc]

This thing on 40s is insane! That's awesome. Love the camper and its nice that you can stand in there. I realize I've missed a few videos so gotta go back and catch up now. Safe travels!

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thanks for watching!

[@Gerry-K]

Amazing build Shaun! Can't wait to see the Ram in action! I must say this, it was hard seeing the fenders getting cut! And like always, the guys @ Epic did a fantastic job on the build. Stay safe all!

[@adamsimon4775]

Looks like EPIC did it again. What a nice build 3.5 " and 40s let's go!

[@goaheadskinit]

That is my dream build. Amazing rig.

[@nathanielthomson2860]

this channel needed a new build so bad. even more hyped to see gladiator content now. I want to see a side by side comparison. HUUGE channel upgrade here

[@oconnormathew6949]

Could you have imagined 3-4 years ago that you would be doing those crazy setups?! Been following for a couple years now and its great to see your channel grow the way it has! Amazing content and well deserved success. Enjoy every minute of it✌️

[@dongoble1792]

Shaun you are taking it to another level. Looking forward to seeing the arctic adventure you do with your family.

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thank you!

[@drewbell9438]

Ahhh this is such a cool build - and such a timely video for me. I've got a Gladiator now and have sort of been in the debate on building it out to be a travel machine. But... we just had our third kiddo and simultaneously I'm realizing I'm more interested in the bigger/longer trips than just going for day-crawls on the mountains just west of Calgary. I haven't found an overland family of 5 making it work in a Gladiator, and I'm thinking mine may not enjoy it so much so I've started to look at the Power Wagon for an HD build and this video sure shows what the options and benefits are of that extra space so thanks for putting in the effort. (And that the range of the diesel will be worth keeping an eye out since I'll be buying pre-owned) Now that you've got some time with it - would you say the additional space/comfort is worth the trade-off of capability/size with the perspective of camping/overlanding with the whole family?

[@MrXtremeJoe]

As a fellow Canadian who now lives closer to Brad in California it's great watching both of you guys. I love how you have Angels Envy bourbon in the fridge .. yup I caught that. Better have more of that in one of the cubby holes .. its a long drive up there (speaking from experience and camping at -40C as I decided driving the ice road in the winter was a good idea)

[@MattsPhotographyAU]

Awesome build Shaun, love the vinyl wrap, looks fantastic. Safe travels and wishing you and the family good times ahead on your adventure

[@WesleyEast-RRfan]

This rig looks very much professional. Enjoy your adventures.

[@snacks3461]

Honestly I love watching this especially when it is currently 4:43 in the morning and I can’t sleep ❤❤❤❤

[@mcdjchandler]

Great work. I love the cutting edge builds like this one. We're still rocking an '89 f-250 and a Vanguard camper from the 70s. Please add a wood stove!

[@flatlandersurfcasting_official]

Can you possibly do a video short (or something) showing how you repurposed the FWC auxiliary solar input to be used to power your Starlink?

[@biorobot]

Thank you for the channel! We love watching your videos with my little daughter, she really likes these cars because they live in nature, among the trees and mountains.

[@tomandhistruck]

This thing is kick ass! What a great build! Way to switch things up a little. Looking forward to seeing the trail destroyer out on the trail. Also, I am SUPER excited to see the Artic Circle series! Way to go!

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thanks Tom!

[@edwardpeters4700]

Daily driver, to long distance dream set-up, in no time flat. Clearly the business ventures are treating you well. Congrats! I would imagine it's less costly using this beast to tow the Trail Destroyer to your start point most trips.

[@TheOtherPlayer]

Big fan of this over the Jeep, always been a fan of what AEV does

[@doughaven-rf8id]

Sweet build, Shaun, no doubt there were countless hours in the planning, design, and building. It's a rig like this that will separate the men from the boys. Looking forward to the vids of the expedition.

[@thisballcaplife9696]

Nice looking truck! Glad you mentioned the Trail Destroyer wasn’t going anywhere. Jeeps are my thing but it will be cool seeing where this truck will take you.

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thanks 👍

[@JohnHMoore]

@@TheStoryTillNow just for another opinion, Jeeps aren’t at all my thing… I just watch because you go on cool adventures, seem like a nice guy, and are a great storyteller. Don’t care what you drive at all.

[@user-se5zz3yj9c]

As they say…you’ve come along ways baby….that’s a Rig👊👊👊

[@nicklange6994]

One of the coolest overland build I’ve ever seen! Nice work!

[@trevors2933]

Just seen this truck yesterday in Dawson City Yukon. Sorry I didn't see you guys in person!

[@ostacruiser]

Kick ass dude!!! Going to work so well for ya

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thanks dude! Loving it so far.

[@greedyg76]

How did you get the Rig’d tire swing to fit with the AEV rear bumper.? I have the exact same set up and the arm of the tire carrier runs into the tube portion of the bumper before the pin hole lines up.

[@UnwindingRoads]

This thing looks awesome!! More important than the build is where you take it. Can't wait to see you do your thing with it!

[@SeguroOffroad]

If big rigs and tough trails is your thing, look nowhere else

[@Positive.shutter]

Been waiting on this video since you sent the message in the members only section!.. Amazing brother. You are an inspiration, one day I will meet you. God bless

[@mattdagger1480]

Jusr curious if you all extended the breather lines dor the trans and diffs? If not could be something to look into! Would actually help increase the water fording ability to make that snorkel useful! Alot of people assume they toss a snorkel on they can go deeper in water but the breather tubes are the limiting factor most of the time

[@kurtbakalar3974]

Please make all your trial and errors on Shawns truck so you can make one for me with all that experience essential Lol! great video food for thought .

[@TheEPICBeardedGinger]

Will do!

[@Braun4x4BC]

Its a home on 40s and its got a turbo diesel Cummins nice!💣 proof

[@wiscymike4158]

Awesome to see you’ve grown to where you are now. If I had the money I’d have the exact rig sitting in the driveway 🔥

[@stefanb18]

This is such a great fit for the channel. Really excited to view future endeavors!

[@DM-tf6mk]

Fantastic build! Truck looks great. This Artic Adventure Series is gonna be great!

[@stevemorovek6470]

WICKED outfit!! Looks like it will go ANYWHERE and for extended periods of time.

[@jfpiv]

Been talking about doing that trip myself. It looks amazing, but it's quite the commitment

[@BillSutton-t9b]

I think this is AWESOME! Love videos like this! Look forward to seeing your videos and Brads videos of your trip! Have to give kudos to Trail Recon(Brad) for letting me know about YOUR channel and you guys trip to the Arctic Ocean! Best wishes, stay safe and roll on!!

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Right on! Thanks for checking out my channel. 👍🏻

[@arlinmckinney3221]

I bought a 4wheelcamper in the late 80s when the were still in Bloomfield colorado.I wish 10000 times I still had it.

[@charleshill3503]

Next endeavor. A solo build, minimalistic as possible, long range, 2door stick shift jeep non rubicon. No bigger than 33s

[@chinothedreamgiver1629]

This is better than discovery channel content..

[@12pawsinn]

My 2010 5.4 3v f150 gets 1000 km to a tank of fuel. Oh. Fuel is $1.32 a liter here. I definitely enjoy the channel Shawn.

[@GIGrandpa]

Great video and I am really looking forward to seeing more of your trip with Brad and on the Ram. I have my Mojave now, which is a great daily driver and short overlanding trips. When my daughter heads to college in two years, I may send the Gladiator with her and upgrade to a Ram. Leaning towards a Power Wagon, but I do see advantages to the 2500 Rebel also as I want a truck capable of supporting a canopy style camper and be able to tow my TJ on a trailer.

[@dirtyfingersgarage]

Looking forward to following the artic adventure. have a great time...

[@1608aaditya]

Congratulations Shaun on the awesome build.. Whishing your family and you safe journey to the Artic.. GodSpeed..🤩🤩

[@katherinefrost5808]

Congratulations on the new rig... definitely suits you well!!!

[@jds-universe]

Damn, someone spent some money lol, I was actually looking into the AEV Prospector XL for my truck 2021 Ram 2500 also, but I wanted to get the Snap Outfitters Treehouse for mine, but now I want that camper too and now I'm so torn now thanks lol. Love the sweet rig man!

[@lisagiroux1645]

What a beauty. Love it!! Can't wait to see the adventures you have in this. Happy Adventuring

[@mazevx2451]

The coolest thing about this is that the ram with the prospector kit is actually legal in Europe, so I could legally build this exact vehicle. Other than the gladiator which would never pass tech inspection here 😂 crazy but actually pretty cool

[@nester_dimon]

Буквально пару дней назад просматривал канал Дэвида и никак не ожидал его увидеть тут вместе с Шоном, жду с нетерпением ваших новых видео. Шон, устанавливал ли ты дизельные автономные подогреватели? Подогреватель воздуха для жилого отсека(кемпера) и предпусковой подогреватель охлаждающей жидкости для двигателя камминс, или у вас не бывает критическо низких температур окружающего воздуха. Удачи и здоровья вам и вашим близким! Привет вам из сибири🤝 очень нравятся ваши машины и путешествия

[@Jjcom-rh1tu]

This is one of my dream rig.. It inspires me to do more for the future build.. I love your build its like a food for my soul thanks for sharing this build.. Can't wait to build my rig for my future overland camping with my family.🫡🫡🤙🤙

[@gulbahram5115]

hello sir Congratulations on the new truck 🚚 🚚 i am from Pakistan in Dubai UAE.

[@rnrmeier1983]

Glad to see the up grade. The Jeep just wasn't enough anymore for where you were going. Keep up the great content

[@sshamuel]

I’m so excited to see the rig man. Might just push me over the edge to convert my 2500 now :).

[@GATORADDAM]

Perfect truck. And the wrap is so much better than the clown wrap on the Gladiator.

[@Master-Blaster-4x4]

just say no to clown wraps 🚫 🤡

[@danielheideman576]

Looking forward to all the Videos with your Incredible Overland Adventure Vehicle

[@ScooterJGarage]

Looks great shawn! Ive have similar build but with power wagon, I take it everywhere.. Curious what your overall height ended up being? Mine is 8'6", so I can still fit in drive through's lol.

[@getoffthegrid5665]

I am have the same question, including the camper, I am about to build a garage with 12’ doors.

[@crystaltoledo748]

Beautiful rig, brother, and camper set up

[@erickmiller2753]

Turned out awesome man! Can't wait to see it in person!

[@AlexAdventuresNewEngland]

Insane build up, congrats

[@VeRSINGOnTheGo]

Great build, pretty rad!! Looking forward to your AK adventure with your family. Your daughter is so cute, following right behind you :- )) Have been looking at AEV Prospectors where the vast majority are 2500's and very few 3500's. Trying to decide building a 4500 or running with a pre-built AEV to send down to So America. Will often have 2 SXS's in tow so much to consider. Blessings, drive safe!!

[@charlesflintiii3991]

Diesel mega cab ftw! Rock hound.

[@shakeycat19]

Im driving up in June. Maybe well see you on the road that's so funny!!!

[@vincefairleigh6899]

An awesome build! The wrap will minimize the rock chips, I hope that you get the gorilla windshield after you break it, because we all know you will get rock chips, and good that you have a full bumper for when you hit an animal, every time I drive from Abbotsford to peace river or ft Mac or any other location in Alberta someone on the crew would hit a deer, bear, moose and total their vehicle, if one totals their truck on a remote trip your possibility flying home..

[@bradbruce]

How does the extra weight of the camper effect the performance on the trails?

[@DestinationAdventureOverland]

What a truck!!! Looking forward to watching more adventures with this beast !

[@0xCase_eth]

Great video, love the truck and content. Looking for some suggestions... I have a 2019 Silverado 2500 and I would like to upgrade the wheels/tires. I want something that can work on highway and off road, but I don't want to cut into the fenders. Anyone know what size would fit if I went with a small lift? Thanks.

[@UnderAchievrLP]

Such an Epic truck. The milage isn't that bad considering how much of a barn it is, regear would help. Been seriously considering a project m for my gladiator, The new orvis model on a full size prospector XL or the gm Twins 2500 at4x/zr2 with aev packs would be sick! May have to make a trip to the mainland to check out the campers at overland outfitters.

[@mikepici5553]

Hey Shaun love the truck it's awesome, I was curious as to which brand of wheels you put on

[@logik1677]

Good god man this thing is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish i was in your family! bahahh! Well earned, and well deserved mate, all the years on the grind, now look at the beautiful empire you have! Keep on going dude! Much love from Aus!

[@taylorgarcia5246]

Awesome Cummins build! How does it ride with the factory rear air bags on rough terrain?

[@cecilvinson1213]

Awesome have safe travels with beautiful family.

[@ahmednesbitte4906]

I really enjoyed the video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@cecilvinson1213]

I love the trail destroyer, but that’s a bad ass ride right there.

[@EricNyma-uh4ug]

I remember the video where you were so excited about having a rig to haul the Jeep to various locations, long away from home. That being said, wouldn't that have served roughly the same purpose of long distance "efficiency" while maintaining a moderately or more capable off road rig? Not to mention, having something to haul your Jeep with in the event of mechanical failure, which has happened and will always happen in off road use, which is the nature of the lifestyle. So, what are the pros and cons of building the Ram and using it this way as opposed to hauling the Jeep for these longer distances? None the less, as a fan of full size trucks (I own a Cummins, myself) It is a sweet build.

[@mikegallagher2732]

WHAT A BUILD !!!!! I'm not a dodge fan, but THIS....WOW ...WELL DONE !!!!!!!!!

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Thank you

[@mikegallagher2732]

@@TheStoryTillNow SOOOOOO looking forward to your journey with Brad !!!!!!

[@1oldarmyguy]

Sweet rig!! Enjoy and have a blast on the Arctic trip..

[@KuldeepBhagat-bw4uw]

Congratulations for a new rig 🎉 For a new adventure From INDIA ❤

[@blueman5924]

Whoooo. Pretty dope build. Like, a crash pad for when you need a break from the bush party mosh pit, eh ? 🤘Good thing you didn’t reveal the secret bacon stash place. The squatches are watching no doubt. 🤙

[@wes3527]

Cool!! I look forward to see how well a full size crew cab truck does in the woods. The trails near me here in NE Tennessee are too tight for a full size

[@Dasam2012]

Maybe it comes in this video and I haven't gotten there yet but you have to have to have to do the exhaust egr weight loss upgrade 🤫 low rpms and idling for long periods of time will cost you a lot of money down the road throwing all that soot back into your engine

[@StlrNtn95]

That thing looks so badass!! Congrats!! 👌