How to Build an Overlander - Step 1: Tires, Lift, Wheels

[@Toyota_Ted]

I’m actually really impressed with the amount of flex that platform achieves. Even in stock form these do pretty dang well.

[@Blacklung27]

Thanks for the method discount code. Saved me a chunk of change on my Lexus wheels!

[@supamannn99]

you and @lifestyleoverland switched places!

[@RevereOverland]

Yeah we did! I’ll be doing some stuff differently, but I’ve used his videos as a resource.

[@marklykens7450]

Great start- happen to have a parts list for these springs, etc.?

[@rafterwhomestead]

I'm building a 470 out. Going with bronze finished method wheels as well and nitto's. I have opted for the Nomad Grappler, however. Strange pick, I know...but I'm in the middle of the great plains where we get a bit of all weather and I'm 7 hrs of highway driving in about any direction from forest service roads. I think this is the best tire to suite my use case. It was between the nomad and BFG trail terrains, supposedly the nitto performs a bit better in all classes.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

Man I love that platform. Really excited to see you build it out!

[@RevereOverland]

Same! We’re taking it out on Tuesday if you’re still in the area.

[@OFFTHEGRIND]

@@RevereOverland wait, where are you? I was gonna go out for a one nighter on Tuesday

[@rotorwag5653]

Love this series as I have a ‘13. I found it to be a quite capable stock rig so went with underside protection as my first step. Oh and I built my own roof rack and rear door table for a fraction of the cost of buying them.

[@RevereOverland]

Uh this somehow got released at 3am eastern time on Friday, instead of the 5pm eastern time I scheduled it for. I would blame it on the time zones, since I was in California when I scheduled it, but that still doesn’t make sense!

[@jmarley3839]

Soooo we got it early?! SCORE!!

[@Free_Range_4x4]

Sorry to hear that you were in California.

[@ascentoffroad]

Awesome super excited to see this build!

[@jgm113]

Just saw you in Idaho, hopefully some cool videos coming

[@whocaresjustdoit]

I like the Lexus setup but Idk….The more I’ve been off-roading, the more I think overland builds are not worth the money. 99% the stuff overlanders do, they can easily do it in a stock Subaru, 4Runner, or Lexus. All they really need is a set of quality all terrain tires (for disclosure, I have a fully built 4Runner). Overlanding gear is pretty overpriced for what they offer, I think. Everyone thinks their rig is so badass until you get to the end of a rough trail and there’s a minivan and a Prius park at the trailhead 😂.

[@Kevin-sr8yx]

💯 I have 1+ size KO2's on my Sequoia and nothing else. It can go further than I would ever care to take it. Done.

[@RevereOverland]

It’s always a Honda CRV for me. But yes, I agree. I tried to get that across in this video, but may have failed by going a few steps further.

[@whocaresjustdoit]

@@RevereOverlandoh no, don’t misunderstand. I was just simply stating my opinion and it had nothing to do with your video haha. I watch your videos often. Keep up the great work!

[@ahmednesbitte4906]

Very nice video. Thank you for sharing!

[@RevereOverland]

Thanks!

[@kasonolson1937]

So correct me if I'm wrong, but did you say in the video that the lift you got still is in sync with the KDSS system so that you can have that articulation and ride quality? Do you feel more confident with the ground clearance that you could even keep the stock front bumper as is? Is this a base, premium, or luxury trim? Also, for the lift, wheels, and tires how much did that all come out to?

[@dond9994]

Great video, looking forward to seeing how this progresses. Any idea of what roof rack you will go with. Also interested in what or if any interior mods you do.

[@RevereOverland]

I went with the Prinsu pro rack

[@leemen]

It looks great. I can’t wait to read the “KZbin money” comments. Lol

[@RevereOverland]

Already got one of them! Those 8 year old 85k mile GXs just scream wealthy apparently

[@carlosochoa2346]

That’s a nice vehicle you have

[@RevereOverland]

It has been pretty nice in the 12k miles we’ve done so far!

[@ryanpham4550]

Do the tires rub with this set up? Did you have to do any trimming? Tha bronze wheels look sick with the white paint btw!

[@2-old-Forthischet]

The first step is to admit you have an addiction.

[@RevereOverland]

Hi, my name is Rob, and I have an addiction

[@johndiaz7240]

👍

[@jqentertainment6966]

I just got a 2016 GX460, I want a subtle lift like 2 inches but I two an RV. What is my best affordable option?

[@captainnemo3958]

❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@jlb4x4]

Great information here! Looking forward to the next step in the build Thank You

[@RevereOverland]

It’s slowly coming along!

[@TheRealLessonsLearned]

Where’s the stage 2 portion of the build?

[@RevereOverland]

Waiting for money/time to do the next step!

[@fatmanoverlanding]

What offset did you have on those wheels?

[@RevereOverland]

0/4.75”

[@fatmanoverlanding]

@@RevereOverland Unfamiliar with those figures. Is that the equivalent of -22?

[@RevereOverland]

0 offset and 4.75” backspacing

[@fatmanoverlanding]

@@RevereOverland Thanks for the clarification. Is backspacing the same as a wheel spacer?

[@RevereOverland]

@@fatmanoverlanding offset is how far the spot you mount is from the center of the wheel, and backspacing is how far it is from the spot you mount to the back lip of the wheel. If you have 0 offset, and the same backspacing as mine (because it's the same wheel width) then it'll stick out the same. You could also have a 0 offset and a really wide wheel, where it has a much bigger backspacing, and it'll stick out much further. A narrower wheel with 0 offset and smaller backspacing won't stick out as far. For complete information, my wheel is 8.5" wide.

[@Jim-s6i3b]

First thing is not to buy a new generation truck in the 1st or 2nd year. Toyota and Lexus will replace roughly 100,000 engines in Tundra trucks and LX SUVs built for the 2022 and 2023 model years.

[@RevereOverland]

This is a 2016 Lexus GX… not a Tundra or LX.

[@Jim-s6i3b]

I know it is a Lexus vehicle. But you bought a 2022 Tundra new generation, 1st year production. Put a lot of money in it. Rookie mistake to buy a new generation truck.

[@RevereOverland]

@@Jim-s6i3b it’s been a great buy. It massively boosted my channel, has taken me awesome places without missing a beat, and I get a brand new engine whenever I decide I want one! I think I’ll wait until I hit 200k miles. I also had a first model year 4Runner (2010) which was just as good up until I sold it at 210k miles.

[@getthegoat716]

Very much looking forward to this series! Keep up the awesome content!

[@RevereOverland]

Thanks! It’s slow progress building it out, but it’ll get there.

[@Aitch-102]

Step 1: Buy a Power Wagon.

[@alexdrago6587]

cool friend, greetings from the Caucasus, if you sell a car, I’ll buy it from you

[@Dusther210]

Very excited for this series! We had a different step 1 for our gx460: a fuel tank skidplate from RCI and a rear differential breather from All Dogs Offroad, but I can see why you went the route you did. Very nice looking rig you got there! 🤩 How would you describe the Ironman FCPs compared to other shocks/suspension systems you have experience with? I’m considering these for our GX vs Bilstein 5100s Also we got the Expedition Essentials dash track with a Fanaue phone mount and highly recommend 👍 👍

[@RevereOverland]

Yeah I have struggled with the order of this series. The second episode was going to be skids and armor, but I realized that the order really depends on your priorities. If you just want to go camping on forest service roads, then tent and camping setup might be more important. I ordered the ORS dash mount!

[@RevereOverland]

I can’t fairly comment on the Ironman yet because I got heavy duty springs but don’t have the bumpers on yet!

[@Dusther210]

@@RevereOverland we got the fuel tank skid first because the GX460 doesn’t come with one (although some have a flimsy half skid) The dog breather because roads flood around us But I guess lifting the truck kinda has the same effect 😅 The ORS unit is a nice piece of hardware. A bit pricey but nifty! I like the ICS option as well

[@Dusther210]

@@RevereOverlandnoted! Looking forward to a long term review

[@SAPPER510]

Hahaha! Reminder for everyone....youtube money must be good.

[@RevereOverland]

Because I bought an 8 year old 85k mile SUV?

[@SAPPER510]

@@RevereOverland Yes and you're planning to build it out. That's sounds expensive especially the cost in upgraded parts and anything related to outdoor/overlanding gear..

[@RevereOverland]

I approached the four companies featured in this video (Commonwealth 4x4, Method Race Wheels, Nitto, and Ironman) about building out the GX and they all agreed to support the channel. Having a channel has its perks, but the money is not good. Thankfully I love what I do, so that's ok.

[@michaelptm2269]

@@SAPPER510 hater alert 🚨

[@SAPPER510]

@@michaelptm2269 Hahaha! Don't hate the hater! Sucka!