The Ultimate Overland Jeep Cherokee XJ Build - Walkaround of features

Overland History's Jeep Cherokee XJ Overland Build Walkaround.
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[@ryanwilliams6065]

This video inspired me to start an xj overland build 3 years ago taking it on its mayden voyage today for a 4 day trip to near stone mountain. Had to pay respects to this man and his amazing build once more just to say thanks.

[@stickyicky4751]

Congratulations. How did the road trip go. I just bought a 1990 xj that I think I’m gonna name Rusty. My plans is to do an overland build and this dude just gave me tons of ideas. I can’t wait to take my maiden voyage with her

[@autotek7930]

Hopefully I get the rest of my parts installed this week and take mine for an alignment. Then it's time to test it out. KZbin cost me a bunch of money so far and I'm just getting started lol

[@zacharysmith1284]

It's awesome to see an XJ getting some good love and not just beat to shit.

[@Overland_History]

Thank you Zach!!

[@matthewpalsgrove2090]

thank you too... its functional and not torn to all hell. jesus thank you

[@danpolk]

@@matthewpalsgrove2090 year old comment but brother you hit the nail on the head. XJs are just now getting the love they deserve. Full resto-mod 4x4 camping rigs are my jam, not this hacked to hell crap we see people doing all too often.

[@carlospalooza]

I’ve seen lots of builds on KZbin and in person and I’d say this is one of the more practical and thoughtful builds yet. Just enough and not too much. I love the way you kept the original character of the Jeep virtually intact. Such a classic vehicle who’s style will never fade. Great job.

[@Overland_History]

Thank you Carlos, that means a lot! :)

[@user-nj1zu2nf1x]

I miss my red one.. 😭

[@johnkirkland3066]

Buddy, Thanks for everything. I’m a Moderator on the Facebook group “XJ Preservation Society.” Your build has inspired a lot of people with similar goals. I own a ‘99 and just shook hands on a ‘96 last night. Thanks again.

[@froggy-man]

"I do not litter" *likes*

[@nickgurney4719]

This is my absolute dream build. Holy wow is it gorgeous. Well done.

[@christdriven8790]

Awesome, gave me some gr8 ideas for my 2000 XJ 2 door. Thank you.

[@tonymyers5823]

I have 94 also and have a rock crawler mod done to it. I love the unit. i go up to the Rockies and across country to Iowa and Wisconsin. Thank you for the inspiration. You have a great 94.

[@adrinbalili4298]

This looks very cool and nice

[@bskjonnemand]

You sir are a big part of the reason i decided an xj will be my first 4x4

[@cullendrayer7708]

The quality of video this is. Tons of work put into the videography

[@sqd8r]

This is a great build. Not these overpriced under utilized build we see these days.

[@OGStoneVegas]

videos like this inspire me to build my 1994 YJ into at least a light overland vehicle

[@allanwagner4570]

nice setup lots of great stuff

[@SleepNow]

Right on.. just beginning to transform my 99 jeep cherokee classic into an overland dream ..

[@dirtberger4533]

Great build super sweet.

[@atomstravels3027]

Awesome build. I will use some of those ideas on my XJ. Thanks

[@magnus5356]

Very nice build! And the coolest part, 'built, not bought'!

[@elij.s.7580]

I admire the honest simplicity of the build, it's great that instead of decking it out with light bars, grill guards and alloy rims he paid attention to what really mattered. better cooling, gearing, axle lockers and it's also great that it has the manual transmission which is somewhat rare of an XJ. Just the necessities instead of luxuries. I love it.

[@benjaminmagee9427]

The best part of this is that the drawer fridge cost more than the original purchase of the Jeep itself! Obviously tons of upgrades that make this an incredible vehicle.

[@TheGuyWho3415]

that trailer ball swingaway is genius!

[@2needey1]

My first car was a 89’ Cherokee limited. Now I have a 2001 Xj 3.5in lifted. Never got stuck, but pulled lots of huge pickups out.. they are just so fun to drive. They’re as skinny on the trail as an ATV, but has 4wd and mine has 18’ clearance. It’s a torque off-road beast!

[@pkuudsk9927]

Smart build nothing not needed and nothing over kill,and anyone could copy this build for less that 10k

[@Overland_History]

I don't know about less than $10K. I've got a bit more into it than that, at this point!

[@rsrc4464]

That's actually what I was hoping to find out. I'm hopefully getting one for 500 bucks here in the day or two and was curious how much you had in yours at the point of this video.

[@dublininnis9695]

Yea the tent and tarp system pushes it over the 10k limit..... but still... this is the second time I have seen a vid on this one and I still like it. Good Job man.

[@pnw.yfz350]

Overland History What did you do in terms of trimming the body to fit the 31 x 10.5 tires?

[@pubplays368]

Definitely less than 10k. Gotta do it all yourself.

[@js92css]

I like the way this guy thinks! Good work! Innovative as hell

[@clarissaadams5515]

This is incredible! First overlanding video I’ve seen and this is just absolutely amazing!!!!!

[@bignaby]

Adam! Thank you for your help today. My son Harper and I love the store and the XL storage bag. Hop to catch you soon at an event.

[@israeldelabra9069]

Always love the classic wheels .

[@j.a.6866]

Awesome dude. Very practical. Radiator upgrade!!

[@gibbethoskins8621]

Awesome simple and affordable set up, nice.

[@aweflix]

Awesome setup and rig!

[@duane4972]

Very nice build up ! I have had 5 XJ;s, but went with a ford van for a full time live in, overland, tour the country vehicle, after 1 trip around it will get a 4x4 conversion. It was a hard decision between the Cherokee and the Ford van but I needed more room to live in. You have a very well thought out home build, not just a spend money buying from a catalog build.

[@rb30athorn]

Best I’ve ever seen! Most thoughtful! The James Bond of overlanding!!

[@braylonlangley5615]

Cool build, great work!!

[@josephsantana3094]

Incredible build. Definitely one of the most practical XJ builds I've ever seen and I have a lot of respect for the amount of time it must have taken to do all this plus the ingenuity for all the custom additions like the extra battery, shower, freezer, ect. and it all looks so cleanly done. Truly professional work.

[@Overland_History]

Thank you so much Joseph!!

[@markbreaux6613]

Perfect bug out vehicle dude! Excellent build!

[@no_handle_required]

All that weight and you get 19-20mpg??? You are now officially my hero.

[@reologan4262]

Wow!! Awesome build and great video!! The XJ is certainly one of the best products from Ma MOPAR in a LOOOOONG time!! Wish they still built this model today!!

[@occupyfacialhair]

Really thoughtful and well-done build! Really takes care of everything and in such a perfect package. That RV shower box is a really standout addition.

[@paulbakovic7475]

See! Now that's well thought out and not overly built crazy!! 100% excellent!

[@mycocoaone]

Awesome, wow! Please do some of this to my 99 jeepxj.

[@gilbertjones6390]

Great build well thought out

[@thatsnotright7260]

very nice build, nothing over the top and done smartly :) from New Zealand

[@zoexj4872]

Folks like you make a person shout "God bless America"! Fantastic.

[@Overland_History]

Lol, thank you Randy!! :D

[@gm-mv2iz]

this is FANTASTIC! just bought a 1996 jeep cherokee sport

[@libertycity1100]

Amazing car

[@rmuir1970]

Great work you have done in your Jeep. Dreams can come true.

[@MrLaurenceDunn]

The ideas here are great, as a Jeep owner for the last 23 years, I can appreciate the custom work that can be done to XJ, WK, and ZJ Jeeps which are very cheap to buy in the UK and maintain if you pick the right ones that have not been abused too much. I run a WK 5.7 HEMI on LPG which gives me the same running costs as a small car.

[@BCGhostTownsandTravels]

so happy to see an xj with a great overland look . so many goodies !

[@waynesanders1406]

I also got a snorkel as accident insurance. I was wheeling just after I finished rebuilding my stroker out on the coast of NC and found out that the 10ft puddle I went into was actually a small lake. I dropped in up to the top of the hood and sucked in water. Scary stuff. I think the only thing you're missing is a chandelier hanging from the tailgate when it's opened. Awesome build. I am subscribed.

[@Overland_History]

Wayne Sanders Oh wow, that sucks about your Jeeps situation! Thank you though Wayne!! 👊🏻👍🏻

[@eze8024]

Sounds like you were in the croatan forrest

[@mattheweburns]

Great build man, thanks for the video, cheers!!!

[@fallout2367]

Nice all-around jeep man!

[@davidstephens8543]

Nice build! The XJ is an amazing platform...

[@no_handle_required]

This is excellent on so many levels.

[@preludedudesi5208]

Love the build. Nice, clean and simple!

[@lukemoser01]

All I can is WOW! Thats by far the best xj build I've seen. Its very impressive great job.

[@FooTech1976]

Wow man that is about the best Cherokee ever and one of my favourite overland builds I've ever seen! You've done a terrific job on this build. Congratulations and thank you for sharing this!

[@silasdogwood8395]

Really helpful video. Thanks for posting!

[@hank1556]

thats an amazing build. I need to start wrenching on my comanche...

[@chrisecker9341]

Very nice Jeep, well done concept

[@jeanaaimar9133]

Awesome job, smart build in little place, really Nice work! please more vids off your builds. Have a nice day from France

[@samtheoutdoorman]

Nice bit of film, love the jeep. The shower is great, given me some ideas.

[@maximumeffort2381]

You are very skilled gentleman. I pray I get my xj close to what your is like. Amazing!

[@thomas1699]

That Cherokee is really very thoughtfully built. It does everything you might need, without looking like a monster truck. Nicely done. Did I notice a stick shift? All the better! I drove a 98 Cherokee, rear-wheel drive, stick- shift for years. 'Wish I still had it now.

[@InspiredJJ]

You Sir, are my hero. :)

[@ellioteddy1983]

i m planning a similar build on my 1999 XJ. thank you for sharing what you have done. really like the spare tire carrier and fuel caddy. Thumbs up !!

[@scottdaubenspeck2291]

That is an awesome overland build man. Top notch

[@Overland_History]

Scott Daubenspeck Thank you Scott! 👊🏻

[@overlandweekend]

That is a really cool overland rig. I have always liked the XJ.

[@Overland_History]

Adventures in Overlanding Thank you!!

[@Dvslaw]

Amazing build and setup!

[@oemvlza]

That is a good life outdoors!

[@jodyandmichelle1]

Outstanding build! Thanks for sharing. Taking as many of these ideas as I can to use with my TJ.

[@bluecollarstudio8513]

One of the coolest builds I've seen in the US. Super efficient and practical. It's no wonder RV sales are declining. I gotta get that fox wing awning.

[@RoloLP]

great XJ. great vehicle. Congratulations

[@jasonarsenault1550]

Well thought-out. Don't see that generation Cherokee much anymore. My favorite generation.

[@Overland_History]

Thank you Jayson!!

[@nhu4202]

Impressive, functional and fun!! Love the engineering!

[@edwardh1003]

Great job on the build! The practicality and build quality are inspiring.

[@Motley-Croo]

I just bought a 1991 xj as my first car. You’re video is great inspiration!

[@Overland_History]

Trent Lowe Thank you! 😉👊🏻

[@jakebryan4602]

Just bought my XJ and hope to make it an overland rig. Thank you for your thorough walk-through! I can't wait to get started. This is practical and not too over-the-top. Subscribed!

[@skygleason47]

This is awesome! So many unique ideas defiantly gonna use some of your ideas on my own! Love the custom swinging jerry can and spare tire.

[@ceterfo]

legit my dream on the inside. the shower is just awe inspiring.

[@e_g_dd7489]

Well done sir! You have inspired me to bring my XJ into Overland History status. Cheers!

[@youngwolf20]

I have a 2018 Jeep Cherokee and i would love to do something like this to it. This gave me lots of ideas that i could use parts from my old camper that was wracked by a tree last year to build something for my jeep. Thanks.

[@Josh-im1lh]

This thing is very well put together. You did a great job!

[@Overland_History]

Thanks Josh!!

[@Jeep79]

Nice simple setup thx for sharing

[@canilive49]

Beautiful! I want a lifted Jeep Cherokee so bad !

[@dewmontjerkins9886]

A+++ on the factory steel wheels!

[@001davem]

Awesome setup, I am planning on converting my stock 96 Grand Cherokee to an Overland build after my retirement. You definitely gave me some great ideas. Thanks for sharing!

[@JonathanWJ]

Wow! Incredible setup and a comprehensive video. I'm hoping to build something similar into a Jeep WJ soon.

[@MrMrsregor]

*Awesome XJ* thanks for sharing ! please keep the xj videos rolling !

[@Overland_History]

You got it! I've got another video coming soon! Thank you!

[@ast-og-losta]

Excellent work! Thank you for taking to time to share your project with us. I have a 1998 Grand Cherokee 5.9 that Im wanting to build. Thanks again for the info. Its very helpful!

[@heycis99]

WAOOO, this is an AWESOME built.....!

[@johns6504]

That is a beauty and a beast!! Great job!

[@oleroy4749]

Well done! you got a new sub brother

[@Slobberdog66]

Great vid. I'm inspired.

[@uzielalvarez54]

Love this Outdoor Jeep set up ! Gives me motivation to fix mine

[@gregburns3640]

All I have to say is well done sir well done!👏👏

[@lilred-emax2027]

Great build!! Very well thought out in every aspect!!

[@Immapsycho677]

Can’t wait for this channel to blow up!!!

[@Overland_History]

Lol, I sure hope so! Thank you Hunter!

[@golf_n_hockey]

Thanks for sharing, so many good tips and tricks!

[@dmwi1549]

Many well thought out details. Thanks for sharing/

[@cmadk3423]

Well thought out and practical