Chris Geiger

This month ORC kicks off a new trail/expedition rig buildup project. The seed for this project is a 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. Over the next few months, this daily driver will be watered with a plethora of off-road toys and equipment. The goal will be to maintain it's daily driving status while kicking up its off-road capability enough to take on moderate rock trails and weekend trail outings. From 1991 through 1997 Land Cruisers were equipped with solid front and rear axles and supported by coil springs. This Cruiser also came factory equipped with front and rear electric lockers, a hot item if your searching for a used one.

The Rubicon trail is one of the most beautiful trails in California. It's fun and chalanging at the same time. While the trail can be driven end to end in about 6 hours with a properly setup rig most people like to take it slower and enjoy the beauty of forest lined trails and clear freshwater lakes.