Getting Legal: Converting a Jeep Wrangler to European Spec

Bringing a US-made vehicle to Europe can be an awesome way to explore and travel, but if you plan to register your vehicle in a foreign country, you need to be prepared to make modifications in order to make the vehicle comply with safety laws in that country. Today we’re documenting what it took to modify our 2019 Jeep JL Wrangler to European spec - specifically to pass the Ministry of Transportation (MOT) inspection process in the United Kingdom. I couldn’t possibly hope to capture every modification needed for every vehicle, so this is really aimed at those of you with Jeep JL Wranglers that are US spec.

Overlanding, Gear, TravelKristen MitchellFebruary 26, 2022Jeep Wrangler, Jeep mod, Jeep Shipping, Jeep JL, Jeep Wrangler JL, jeep, Jeep Lights, UK Jeep, UK, England, oracle lighting

Overland Gear Obstructing Your View? Fix That!

The more gear we add to the Jeep, the more we loose a precious commodity - visibility. Organizing and taking up all the available space in our overland Jeep usually comes at the cost of reduced visibility, specifically out of the rear view mirror.

GearKristen MitchellNovember 2, 2021Backup camera, Rear View Mirror, Overland Camera, Camera Install, Jeep JL, Jeep Mod

Upgrade Your Jeep JL Audio with Terra Acoustics

Jeeps are not known for their acoustics or audio. Even the upgraded Alpine sound system available in a Jeep Wrangler leaves something to be desired. Yet music is such a key component to all of our adventures. We have a “Jeep Cruise” playlist that has been the soundtrack to hundreds of off-road miles. So it’s a shame knowing that the quality of that audio experience has always been a bit…. lacking.

GearKristen MitchellOctober 24, 2021Jeep, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep JL, Terra Acoustics, Sound, Audio, Speakers, Jeep Mod

Video: Auxiliary Power in the Jeep Wrangler with Kick Ass Products

Videos, GearKristen MitchellOctober 4, 2021Jeep JL, Video, Kick Ass, Kick Ass Products USA, Aux Power, Jeep Aux Power

InPowered Adventures: Installing an Aux Battery in a Jeep JL

Adding a 12V auxiliary battery setup to the Jeep was never a question of “should we” - it was always a question of “where should we?” The problem that comes up is that these batteries can be large and bulky, so placement in your overland rig can be tricky. In this post, we’ll walk you step-by-step through installing a 12V power system into a Jeep Wrangler JL using Kick Ass Products USA’s 170ah AGM slim battery and their DCDC charger with MPPT controller. These instructions also outline how to build a module to hold everything that is compatible with the Goose Gear drawers that many of us regard as a “must have” overland accessory. Feel free to modify and adapt these directions for your own setup, and send us a link or some pictures to your build.

Kick Ass Products Slim Battery and DCDC Charger with MPPT Controller Review

We all started somewhere, and that somewhere probably involved hauling bags of ice, a mediocre cooler, and carrying several dozen spare AA batteries in a ziplock bag (…”which of these are the good ones?”). And then you saw it — either at your campsite or on the Internet — you saw someone who pulled out their electric fridge, popped an ice cold beverage, flipped a switch for some extra lighting, and voila. Now here you are… ready to join the big leagues by incorporating an auxiliary electrical system into your vehicle to power your fridge, electronics, camp kitchen, or whatever. The world of 12V in-vehicle power is complex and a little intimidating, so buckle up, grab that ice cold beverage, and let’s dig into how we solved our electrical woes with the help of Kick Ass Products USA.

GearKristen MitchellSeptember 27, 2021Kick Ass, DCDC, Solar, MPPT, Charger, 12V, 12V power, AGM Battery, Kick Ass Products USA, Review, Jeep JL, Installation, Install

Organizing the Organization: Hacks for DIY Goose Gear Drawer Organizers

We recently added some Goose Gear drawers to our Jeep Wrangler JL overland build, and immediately found need to organizer the organization. The drawers that come from Goose Gear are nice and spacious, but that can be a double edged sword. On the one hand, it means we can cram a lot of goodies in there. But at the same time, it can quickly turn into a mess of junk without good organization inside those drawers. Here are some hacks and DIY tips we’ve used to get our setup clean and tidy.

Gear, OverlandingKristen MitchellJuly 1, 2021Goose Gear, organization, DIY, DIY drawer organization, Jeep, Jeep JL, Overland, Overlanding

Getting Organized With Goose Gear

Anyone who has ever gone car camping learns how much gear is needed to make a trip survivable. And if you want to go from survivable to enjoyable…well that takes more gear. Overlanders, who often traverse rough terrain with additional gear considerations quickly understands every nook and cranny that can be used to pack rat equipment.

GearKristen MitchellJune 23, 2021Goose Gear, Jeep, Jeep JL, Overland, Overland Jeep

Maximus-3 Rear Tire Carrier for Jeep JL

When I needed a heavy-duty and self-installed roof rack for my 2019 Jeep JL Wrangler, I turned to a Detroit-based company called Maximus-3. The product I got from them turned out to be fantastic, and I’ve been a fan of theirs ever since.

GearKristen MitchellApril 1, 2021Jeep, Maximus-3, Tire Carrier, Jeep JL, jeep jl, Jeep Mod

Fall Foliage Expedition in the Blue Ridge Mountains

We recently joined John from Fury Training Concepts and Dean from East Coast Overland Adventures for a weekend expedition to hunt for fall foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia. The trip, which was limited to 10 vehicles, as organized and sold through Blue Ridge Overland Gear — if you are interested in doing a trip like this, keep an eye on their website for future offerings.

Bath Time: Keeping the Jeep Clean from Trail Gunk

This season, we’ve taken our Jeep to the beach, covered it in ocean spray, galloped through more mud holes than I could ever possibly count, ridden in deep sand and slop, and obtained our fair share of “trail marks” from overgrowth on the trail. The side of the Jeep has a number of deep “pinstripes” down the paint, including one hearty claw mark on the hood from a time I pulled over into a tree to clear the trail.

GearKristen MitchellOctober 5, 2020Jeep, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep JL, DIY, Car Wash, Detail, Detailing, Wax, Ceramic, Chemical Guys

What to Know About Getting Lifted at Bull Run 4x4

Until now, most of the upgrades have been to support using a rooftop tent, with some “beginner” off-road modifications along the way. But last week, we took it up a few notches by finally installing a lift kit, upgraded drive shaft, larger tires, a steering stabilizer, and beefy rock sliders. If you are new to the concept of a lift kit on your Jeep, then you’re going to want to read on!

Onboard Air with Innovative JK Products & ARB

I finally broke down and decided that it was time to install an onboard air system for my 2019 Jeep JL Rubicon. I normally air down (deflate) the tires to around 20psi when I’m on the local Virginia trails to improve traction, ride quality, and tire effectiveness; however, refilling the tires back to the 37psi recommended for my current setup was always a chore.

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