Prepping the X Overland 2016 Toyota Tacoma for an Arctic Overlanding Trip! - Arctic Solo Series:EP1

[@mdane0828]

With retirement 5 years away XO could not have come at a better time to show me what me and my wife are going to do, Thank You.

[@thehumblehonda803]

The diesel heater installation was brilliant. Can’t wait to see how the adventure plays out

[@moondog573]

I freaking love my general tires. Its nice to see someone who has a million dollars worth of gear/equipment still running a reasonable tire.

[@danielbianchi3479]

Excellent job on the new amazing heat system! Good Luck

[@cz75sp01]

Your still the best. Salute to your entire team.A blessed and safe trip to Richard and Ashley.👏👏👏

[@takeroadslesstraveled6505]

Really enjoyed seeing a more in-depth look at the prep work involved in getting the Tacoma ready for this. Fantastic start to a new series!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you! It was a lot of fun and a new challenge for sure!

[@Rabidchu]

I recent bought my first ever Tacoma a few weeks back and it's amazing to see what you guys can do to one. I think I'll be watching you guys for quite a while. Great job!

[@talalesmail]

This is exciting! I always think about what preparations would be needed in order to go solo in the extreme cold and extreme heat. Video quality and the story, makes this series that much greater

[@pauloribeiro9905]

What a great 1st episode! You guys really were successfull in keeping me counting the days, hours, minutes and seconds for Episode 2. Thanks for your enthusiasm, hard work and great adventures! And this one really looks how it get's you back on the adventure spirit that hooked me since the very first XO episodes!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much for watching, we really appreciate it!

[@loren.the.alchemist]

A KZbinr named ForestyForest randomly decided to do the same drive from Canmore to Tuk at the same time as Ashley and Richard. He did it in a Chevy Uplander minivan, no planning, I guess everyone is different. When you guys were stuck in Eagle Plains trying to go north he was stuck in Inuvik trying to go south. The great Canadian road trip, hope you had a good time.

[@DeskToGlory]

We saw that! It looks like his van had already been outfitted to live in (heater etc). We’re ALWAYS jealous of the van living setups. So cozy!! You definitely don’t need to plan that trip. We just started heading north and went from there. Plug Tuk into the GPS and go 👍🏻

[@ryandouglas3312]

I love this. Them: $200k Rig, using every catchphrase term, pretending its a massive undertaking.. ForestyForest: "I got my soccer mom minivan, fatwheel bike, and gonna camp by the arctic ocean." Just goes to show you how exploited and blown out of proportion these "overland" channels really are...

[@palaboy101]

@@ryandouglas3312 dont forget the crockpot🤣🤣🤣

[@BrentRivers]

@@ryandouglas3312 food, water, transportation, and ability to survive the nights without freezing to death. And no sponsorships.

[@ryandouglas3312]

@@palaboy101 the Crock-Pot is the star of the show!

[@jack7881]

OMG! When they set out I was so excited to see what's next, then the credits rolled. I am bouncing up and down waiting for the next episodes!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Hahaha yes! Looking forward to sharing the rest of the series starting this Thursday!

[@bbqaddict2293]

No idea how you don't have 1m subs.. Awesome content with high quality production.

[@crmattoon]

A long awaited episode that did not disappoint but made us all wanting more!! I can’t begin to say how brilliant the logo is for this So1o series and the way it is presented in this episode .. amazing job. ExpeditionOverland, you have done it again and the So1o Giordano’s are a perfect start! Keep pushing the barriers of XO!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you very much!

[@bryanrogowski]

Man! Your production quality just keeps getting better and better. I have been waiting all week for this episode to drop!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Awesome! Thanks so much! See you on Thursday for the next episode.

[@ajfarson]

Love this! A group of us are in the planning phase of an FJ40 Land Cruiser expedition from NorCal/Reno area to Prudhoe Bay and this series will be great prep material for us.

[@Crookedtooth93]

I'm just very excited. Very excited. You guys are just awesome. XO is destined for greater things!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you!

[@matthewericksen]

Put the So1o logo on a hat and sell it, great start to the series!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you!

[@davidharden8469]

@@ExpeditionOverland You should also do a ten-year anniversary patch with the X in XO doubling as a Roman numeral.

[@ll1l2l1l2lll]

man, killer logo and animation.

[@dvg350]

definitely need some So1o gear!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

@@davidharden8469 We may or may not be one step ahead of you on something similar to that ;)

[@gerardlp640]

So happy to see another episode and a fresh approach to the channel. Well done, can't wait to see other episodes.

[@vdubfan709]

Great call on the Webasto. I had one when I drove long haul OTR. Only had to make the mistake of setting it at full throttle once. Tons of heat. Looking forward to the rest of the episodes for this trip!

[@BlackdogADV]

I rode my motorcycle 3 times to the Arctic, I’ve been to Prudhoe, Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk. All while my 2018 Tacoma sat in the garage at home.

[@zacchurch502]

That’s awesome! I love the heater upgrades. The Army only uses Diesel engines on anything so our heaters are diesel as well. You talk about hot!!! They keep us warm on the coldest of nights. Although I’ve never been to the Arctic!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks for joining us for the premiere episode everyone!

[@davidharden8469]

Well done Tanner in getting X1 ready. Like what you've done to your 5th gen.

[@pauloribeiro9905]

It's 03:30 here in Portugal and having finnished some home work, I simply could not go to bed without watching EP1! You guys rock!

[@jasonneal8841]

Please tell me how many Texas flags you found in South America. I just binged and that seemed like a neat lil nugget

[@OMaldoBatt]

Megalike!!! Living the Dream.

[@gungfuriceboy]

should be 'GOOD'!! -35*F...that's Pretty chilly!!! looking 'forward'...to the Walkaround Tour of the 'Truck'!!

[@Dirka13]

That Tacoma handled all that weight like a champ. great video.

[@alaskadriftking]

The Girlfriend & I both loved the 1st episode! We can't wait to see what Alaska has in store for the Solo crew!!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you, so glad you enjoyed it!

[@DeskToGlory]

Thanks! We actually go up through the Yukon and Northwest Territories. Unfortunately, no Alaska for us on this trip.

[@alaskadriftking]

@@DeskToGlory oh snap! I didn't catch that. None the less looking forward to the adventure 🥶

[@davidharden8469]

From sunny Florida, I hope you had a warm trip with that diesel heater. Sounds like an amazing adventure.

[@nickward3827]

Great to finally see the series start...

[@pyroslev]

Of all the builds you guys have done over the years, I think X3 is my favorite. It's a solid overall build that has proven it can do jungles, deserts and arctic. I think Odin looked better but X3 just really is the best all around Tacoma you guys have done to date.

[@cooperpabis4642]

Followed several of the other series & really enjoyed them. Our family loves camping & years ago in my husband’s high school/college years he spent most any of his spare time in the woods of central TX (where there were trails or not) off roading & overlanding. Now that our girls are older, we as a fam of 4, have decided to step into the world of overlanding (weekend to a week of “mild to moderate” adventures planned). We have weighed all our fam’s needs/options out there & decided on a Sequoia (we know not the typical choice in the Toyota line up of overlanding) & started looking for a used one today. As we continue on our start to our own overland adventures w/our girls, we will continue enjoying ExpeditionOverland’s content & adventures.

[@soonenough938]

Great first episode! Excited to see how this season plays out. The BC Winter storm episode from the early days of XO is still one of my favorites.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

This was one of my favorite episodes as well. Hence the idea to do another winter trip! - Richard

[@DeskToGlory]

That cliffhanger! I was there, but I'm still pumped to see the rest of the season!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

LOL.

[@davidharden8469]

Don't spoil it for us. You practically gave the whole series away. :-)

[@Tanner_Johnson]

You were there??? Spoiler alert!

[@ajijayaram4992]

Its very happy to see you guys back in action with new series. I always thinking about guys seriously when next expedition will come. Really love to watch ur series. Love from kerala,india.❤❤

[@jcoats5529]

It's not cold until you can see your breath 🇨🇦

[@DeskToGlory]

Or until your breath freezes on your facial hair 🥶

[@chriscastillo6299]

Fuckn south Texas boy worked in ND for 3yrs

[@DirtShy]

I say You guys got the right tires for this solo trip.

[@manoloaycartg4266]

Yeah! Finally adventure vids to come... 👍🙌

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

SOUNDS AWESOME ! A LOT OF WORK & THE NEW HEAT SYSTEM HOPEFULLY DOES THE TRICK ! EXTRA WARM CLOTHES & EXTREME SLEEPING BAGS TOO ! JUST IN CASE ! I HOPE YOU BOTH HAVE AN AMAZING ADVENTURE & BREATHTAKING VIEWS SCENERY COLORS BEAUTY AND VIDEOS ! PLEASE BE SAFE ! PULL OVER IF YOU GET TO TIRED TO DRIVE ! TRY THE LOCAL FOOD & ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE TOO ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS & BE WITH YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR NEW JOURNEY ! ENJOY & ENJOYED !

[@GhostRyder2008]

I can't wait to see more!

[@MountainshackAu]

Great work guys as always. Can't wait for the next instalment. Keep up the great work.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you! See you here on Thursday!

[@josephmachado7840]

Alaska, Delta junction thru Canada and final stop on Virginia U.S. Family road trip 2018 beautiful memories, great job Toyota lead the way!....

[@yotaforlife8408]

well general can thank you for a tire sale ,,I watched a few episodes and was sold on the grabber atx and I'm very happy with them..2017 Tacoma

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Where did you order them from? Clay

[@yotaforlife8408]

@@ExpeditionOverland I liked them so much I bought a set for my wifes 4runner to ,,so I guess general can thank you twice

[@w0nt0nj0n]

This trip is going to be awesome. Not many people drive to Tuk in the winter.

[@onememories8523]

Wow !!! What a build !!! Can't wait for the next video !!!! Great great job !!!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much! See you on Thursday!

[@jagiangeotina1969]

Been waiting to long for this.. can’t wait

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks for waiting! We're super excited to share this series.

[@rustyb78]

I’m so excited for another season.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks for following along!

[@Overland4All001]

Daaaaaammmmnnnn !!! ... no words ... This is simply ... the way it should be !!! ... Very well done ... Loved it !!! Cheers

[@MarioloMEngineer]

Thanks guys!!! Loved it!!! how exciting!! Waiting for the next episode!!!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you!

[@irishdefense77]

Wonderful vid!Kudos.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much!

[@irishdefense77]

ExpeditionOverland for real-I loved it and can’t wait for the Arctic updates!!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

@@irishdefense77 ARCTIC UPDATE!

[@irishdefense77]

ExpeditionOverland am I missing something?I couldn’t find any new videos about the Taco and the husband/wife team going up to Canada

[@DeskToGlory]

irishdefense77 They’re going to be released every Thursday at 7:00pm MDT

[@2Dawoods]

Cant wait to watch this!!!!

[@Larrysusmanuk]

Awesome can’t wait to watch the rest of the series well done guys & gals 😁🤙🏻

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much! See you on Thursday!

[@vernshein5430]

Make sure the main motor battery is less than 5 years old. For those times when you have overnight electricity a good electric block heater and an electric battery blanket are a must. A good set of 2 gauge jumper cables. Motor oil rated for arctic use eg. 0 W 20. Winter windshield wipers, don't leave home without them. Windshield washer fluid rated for the coldest temperatures you will face. A long handled snow brush with a good ice scraper. Tiger torch, 20 lb bottle of propane and a steel bucket. You can safely thaw out almost any frozen vehicle with them. Some cardboard pieces sized so that you can slide them in front of your radiator to control your engine temperature when it gets really cold. Good quality V Pick tires chains for both the back and front wheels. Ladder chains are good, diamond chains are better. Lock de-icer. Keep your gas tank at least half full to prevent water condensation in your tank. Don't use your parking brake in the severe cold unless you absolutely have to.

[@ghmichel72]

Simply exciting! ✊🏾

[@frankiedoesoz]

So cool! Looking forward to the next episode!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much!!!

[@usedgarar]

What an AMAZING experience. Wish I can be there, all your team did an excellent work.

[@zhofreecaballes7091]

nice!!! so exciting!

[@jarnolehtinen2269]

Greetings from Finland! Awesome rig! Planning on buying my very first real 4x4 and hopefully step by step converting it to an adventure capable vehicle. This is really inspiring 💪👌

[@NorseRanger]

Awesome!!

[@lukebryce5097]

Really looking forward to this!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks for following along!

[@maxst2]

Awesome Premier! Looking forward to the next one!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks! We can't wait to share it!

[@super.zdravko]

This looks like fun, nice to mix it up and do it in the winter. I'm getting the impression that Tuktoyaktuk is the preferred destination for overlanders trying to reach the Arctic Ocean over Deadhorse. The half a dozen overlanders that I met last summer in BC all went to Tuktoyaktuk. I always heard that there is a chain link fence waiting for you in Deadhorse and then a guided tour to reach the ocean. I’m curious if anyone has done both routes, and which route is more scenic? And which one you would recommend? Cheers from Vancouver.

[@RiveraD1988]

You're totally correct about General Tire, I travelled around Australia in remote places and never had a puncture. I will buy them again for the new car build.

[@djbigdavethefyrm]

Can’t wait

[@stadtbewohner]

0:30 Great attention to detail when drawing the route, because you can't drive through the Darien Gap.

[@thomas194907]

this will be great !!!

[@robertkelsow-geall7395]

Great so far. I would do this trip in a heart beat. I hate the heat.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much!

[@bushandbeachaustralia]

I haven’t watched it yet but I’ve already given it the thumbs up! I know this series will be epic! 🍻🍻🍻

[@getcsv]

Good luck!

[@austinjensen8423]

I love the new logo and the series! I love your channel! Of all the over-landing channels yours by far is my favorite! I hope that more content is coming soon! I hope to get into over-landing more but do some light off-roading with my RAV4 right now! Like Clay I am a Toyota diehard!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you!

[@Itsjrob_]

This is so cool

[@gelsaesser]

Okay, this looks awesome!

[@great0789]

I just recently watch a video of a guy doing this trip in a 2WD minivan during the dead of Winter. I suppose this truck will do it. lol I look forward to watching the series either way! I would love to do it some day. It feels like a different planet up there. I spent a few weeks up on the North Slope in Alaska during the Summer a few years back.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

The Dempster is definitely doable in a car or minivan if the weather cooperates.

[@great0789]

@@ExpeditionOverland That is true. On the other hand... the weather can be super duper deadly if it decides to. I look forward to seeing your show!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

@@great0789 For sure. That was one of the reasons for adding a heater to the Habitat. Having mechanical troubles with the truck in -35F can be fatal if you don't have the proper outerwear or a backup heat source.

[@great0789]

@@ExpeditionOverland Oh yeah! Totally! I lived in Fairbanks for several years. Once you started reaching those temps... any exposed skin was instantly numb. Would not take long to slip off into a permanent sleep.

[@chriswayne1557]

Awesome! I wish we could live like that in the Canadian Military while in -30c temps haha. Cant wait to see more episodes 🤙

[@ExpeditionOverland]

It is definitely luxurious living!

[@chriswayne1557]

@@ExpeditionOverland i gotta get away from winter ground tenting with no heat lol

[@Timberjo2]

Got chills at the end! Can't wait until the next ep!

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Us too! Can't wait to share!

[@tushartewari7274]

Wow guys just wow Lots of love from India

[@davidmscott4409]

G reat start to the series. Looking forward to the rest.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much! We can't wait to share!

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

Looking forward to seeing this one. Cheers Steve

[@hugueslevistre5519]

Make sure that your diesel tank and tubes and fittings are isolated, and try to keep de diesel warm by engine heat ! Also to filling. Points for the tiered air ,so when you refill the air in the tiered you can measure at the same time ,in very cold and wind it saves fingers and time !!

[@FarNorthAdventure]

This’ll be interesting! We had a month long stretch of -35°f here in Fairbanks this winter, I didn’t spend any extra time out on the trapline and these guys are choosing to do this lol

[@mamyranavoson7399]

Good car for an awesome prep guys

[@justinecasimiro7777]

I’ve been waiting for this to come, the next expedition❤️ which I guess will be the 3rd love the channel🙂

[@CACressida]

I've used those Wabasto bunk heaters in big rigs. Those things will cook you out of a trucks sleeper on a -30 degree night.

[@raulsanchez4493]

Super cool trip

[@RuggedCoastExplorers]

Wondering how you will deal with Diesel gelling in low temperatures, in particular with small fuel lines? Looking forward to seeing a trip report on the Webasto.

[@scootracer]

Awesome video, looks like a fun trip.

[@Gabecrewslol]

This is awesome

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you!

[@searlearnold2867]

Love Webasto in all my semis.... except when one quit at -40 C. Outta bed in a hurry I tell you !!

[@RandyL0neWolf]

Nice beginning of the new series, nice kick with the arctic cause I'm going to take my first trip here in finland with my jimny

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thanks so much! Oh, we wish we could get Jimnys here!

[@hearsayhenderson2623]

Ashley.... amazing!

[@TheIcemanschu]

soo hyped for this series..bring it on!

[@TheTorkerman]

LRA, another great Aussie company! LRA, Brown Davis, Redarc, Patriot Campers, ARB, TJM, Rhino Rack, etc, etc, etc Aussies hold it down!

[@OverlandTrax]

Nice video, keep them coming 👍

[@ExpeditionOverland]

We appreciate it! Thanks so much!

[@WilbanksUSMC]

There better be some So1o cup coming out soon!

[@agnesf2659]

So cool!

[@gowron6453]

I know that Webasto guy ;). Great working with you all!

[@ochjoo77]

There is this, and then there is Foresty Forest going to tuk to do van life in winter up there.. in a van that was probably the price of that roof tent..

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Definitely 1000s of different ways of doing it. All sorts of people drive that every single day. We just happen to have a Tacoma that was pretty much ready to go.

[@weblancaster]

This is great!

[@rodrigomazzola]

the Webasto guys are really nice!

[@SeanReyes]

thats great info on the weboost antenna, gonna look into that

[@leardi58]

Could you please let us know about that "fuse 'that allows the alternator to charge more I believe you said it was coming from Australia 👍

[@jhaze66]

Oh man so excited to watch this series! 🤙🏼