Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo | SAVE EXPO 2024 | Florida's best Overland event for sure!

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What an awesome weekend! From watching rigs take on the Offroad Course at night, to meeting so many awesome people and seeing so much cool gear this event is really growing!
We got to meet so many awesome folks and hang out with friends at the SAVE EXPO this weekend. We had a great time hanging out with Snorkel upgrade and helping educate folks about Snorkels and Pre-Cleaners. I also had some time to step away and share in the adventures, catchup with other creators, new companies, and new entrepreneurs. It's always great to hang out in a community of likeminded outdoor enthusiasts!
This was our second year at the Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo. And first time with Project Rampage. We spent the last two months building Rampage, and it was cool to see everyone who came out to the event! It was also great to see all the new overlanding gear from so many companies. There are so many tent options, truck options, trailer options, and gear that just make living out in the wild much more comfortable. I'm glad I get to share this video with you and take you on my journey through the SAVE EXPO.
In case you don't want to watch the full hour, here are some key moments you can jump to. Out door adventure is who we are and what we do! I hope the folks we talk to help motivate, inform, and inspire you to Get Out There and Start Building Your Dreams!
We got to meet up with lots of folks! It was super cool that Rob Featured us on his channel with Snorkel Upgrade!
Brian from ‪@tembotusk‬
Rob from ‪@RevereOverland‬
Brad from ‪@Overlanderoos‬
Asia from ‪@BaptismOverland‬
Bill from ‪@CoddiwompleOverland‬
Ben from ‪@trukd‬
Luis and Olbap from ‪@inca4x4‬
Meg from ‪@ashevillevehicleoutfitters1201‬
John from ‪@SunshineStateAdventureCo‬
Richie from ‪@StickyVinylz‬
And many more!
We even ran into ‪@JustinBMcBride‬ who flew all the way in from Utah to attend the event. We didn't get a chance to collaborate, but it was Super cool meeting another Diesel Gladiator Owner, creator, and enthusiast!
My Build:
Suspension: It took me a little over a year to select the right kit for my Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, and it really controls the ride even when fully loaded!
For my personal setup, I chose to go with the ‪@ClaytonOffRoad‬ 3.5" Overland Plus Kit. They have a great reputation. James was super helpful when deciding between the HD Springs or the Normal Springs. I'm extremely happy going with the HD springs and know that I'll be able to fully load the Gladiator out in the future with the load carrying capacity to grow! I also went with the ‪@GoRanchoSuspension‬ RS9000XL Shocks.
I've driven the Jeep now for about 5,000 miles, and the Rancho Clayton Combo is really spot on. I'm cruising around city and gravel roads on as little as setting 3 front and rear currently, although you can jump back up to level 4 or 5. The Great thing about the Rancho Shocks is you have 9 different levels to play around with to find the best ride for you at a budget price! I'd love to install a full set of the Rancho RockGear in the future.
*** As of production of this video, I'm not partnered, affiliated, or sponsored by any of these companies or brands mentioned. These are all items bought and paid for by me.
My tools and off road jack travel with me on my trips as added insurance.
ARB Stubby Bumper • Jeep Gladiator Rubicon...
Badland 12,000lb APEX Winch
CVT Mt. Washington Tent • Best Hardshell Roof To...
Auxbeam switch controller • Jeep Gladiator 8 Gang ...
67 Designs Rail • 67 Designs Jeep Gladia...
Rancho RS9000XL Shocks
Clayton Offroad Overland Plus lift kit w/HD rear springs
Tactik Wheels from Quadratec
37" Toyo Open Country MTs • Jeep Gladiator 37 inch...
AEV Snorkel
9" LED Offroad Lights
Nilight LEDs
Limbrisers • Limb Riser Install on ...
Thule Rack
Yakima Rack
Surco Safari • Tennessee Adventure: ...
Tools Reviews: (I have done a lot of Tool Reviews for all your DIY projects!)
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Combo Kit • Milwaukee M12 FUEL Com...
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Right Angle Impact • Milwaukee M12 Fuel 256...
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Ratchet and Husky Impact Sockets • Milwaukee M12 Fuel 255...
Dewalt 226 Piece Tough System Tool Set • Home Depot Dewalt Tool...

[@TerraFirmaX]

Great video, thanks for sharing

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@leemen]

It was nice talking Jeeps with you at the expo.

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Great meeting you too! Thanks brother!

[@timthetrailman4563]

Great video. I'm sorry I missed you guys. I was only there Saturday. I need to make more time to stay and hangout with everyone.

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

No worries! We’ll catch you next time!

[@JaXpeditions]

Awesome video! Also, I could see my house from the drone flyover! 🤔😉

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks! Great to see you and the Frontier Build again!

[@JaXpeditions]

​@@StartBuildingYourDreamslikewise! Maybe we can collaborate sometime on the road. I do not want sponsors, but I will be happy to hang out with you doing some overlanding and promote your brand!

[@UndercoverTundra]

Once again , another awesome video , John , thank you for including us in this one , great work brother , Rampage looks sexy 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks brother great times!

[@oldmanoldtruck]

My man Olbap!

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Olbap is a Great dude! Always has me laughing, and love that he does almost all the work on his Tundra himself! Those 1st Gen Tundra and Sequoias just keep running!

[@oldmanoldtruck]

@@StartBuildingYourDreams He's a great guy for sure.

[@chicopopo24]

Hey brother! sorry I missed you. Michelle was volunteering at the front gate and trail ride this year. I was watching 3 of the 5 dogs from Expo east where we met. Same crew, with Scott and Nicki in their Tacoma next to you and your wife. This year we were at the same spot next to the venders with the American flag flying 25ft in the air as usual. I didn't put out our banners this year though as we did at Expo East. Great video! Hit me up on your next adventure in Florida. Love hanging with my Army brothers!

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Great seeing y’all! Hope you guys had a great time!

[@silent7963]

awesome video !!!!!’

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thank you!!

[@GATORADDAM]

Nice video. Was my 3rd year there. Love that event.

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

It was an awesome time with so much to see and do! It was my second planning to go back again next year!

[@SunshineStateAdventureCo]

Thanks for spending so much time at our booth! It was great seeing you 💪 Great video as always man!

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks Brother! Great seeing you and learning more about Titan swaps! I know it’s a hot topic amongst the Nissan community!

[@BBombsBigAdventure]

Awesome! Glad you highlighted the Outland Motorworks Guys! Great group of guys and I love my Big Bonny RTT!

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks for watching! The guys at Outland Motorworks are great! Lots of love for all these guys and gals. I’ve seen so much collaboration amongst Companies, it’s like an extended overland Family!

[@peartreeranch]

Glad we got to hang! New rig looks sweeeet! Congrats.

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Thanks brother! Great to meet you too! Love the awning walls! Great spot to get out of the rain or just have some extra privacy!

[@allroadstaken]

Thanks for the great coverage of the event and for highlighting the FAT! 👍

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Great hearing John mention that Anyone can now get badges for their vehicles or trail rig thanks to your company!

[@dickvankoughnett2331]

Thanks John ,lots of good information in this video . I don't suppose you noticed someone selling a Quick connect RTT bracket ? They look to bolt to the top of an Xtrusion rack and the RTT drops into them with a pin holding it on . I have been trying to track down who is selling them so I can order a set . Wish I had been aware of this expo ,would have been a great winter break trip . Maybe next year . Thanks

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

Absolutely thanks for watching! The company is Hard Impact Designs. It’s definitely worth the drive to the SAVE Expo, and you can still pick where you want to setup camp or move camp like we did last year. I didn’t do an interview, simply because my tent is so heavy…lol. Lesson learned…Do interviews that viewers are interested in. Great feedback and thanks for watching!