Sickest Toyota FJ Cruiser Ever - Overland Build Walk Around
Shaun and Mike from the Rogue Overland Crew take you through a walk around build out of Shaun's 2012 expedition ready Toyota FJ Cruiser. This is a purpose built overland rig capable of adventure travel down any road desired. The carefully selected 4x4 accessories and attention to detail, make this a capable rock crawler for when the Jeep trail gets tough.
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I love mine, the ol girl takes me everywhere from the swamp to the hills, to cross country interstate driving. Epic machine
Glad to hear it! They are very capable SUVs. Thank you for watching and commenting!
I miss mine. I love my 100 series but I’ll have another fj one day.
When the end of the world comes, I wanna be in an FJ.
They feel like a little tank to us! Thanks for watching!
Me too it would be my favorite FJ, thanks for the video Rogue Overland
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching!
Smart, clean, and meticulously done. Good job sir!
Thank you!
Sick build!
Thank you!
Great FJ wonderful build guys, keep it up.
Thank you!
Love it! Great video. Done some more mods since I last seen you!!
jclayburn19 Thanks for watching!
Impressive work--thanks for sharing.
💥👍💥
Good video, Thanks for sharing ✌
Thank you for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video.
That ipad mount is very cool. Great video!
Thank you!
This guy is in love with your FJ! I 🤗
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video.
enjoyed this video. Hope to see you on the road in southern az someday.
Enrique Sonora We love AZ and hope to get down to the southern part sometime! Thanks for watching.
Nice job. 👍👍👍 Keep up the good work.
Thanks!
I own a full 4x4 2008 Manual FJ. It's sturdy, versatile and fun. Go camp anywhere in summer and put on snow tires and plow through snow in winter. I plan to keep it and I'll only replace it with Tesla Cybertruck when it comes out.
Sounds like a solid plan! Thanks for watching.
I pulled the trigger on a Currie F9 Bulletproof axle w/3 link long travel,. Don’t have to worry about breakage anymore.
Ya buddy!
Very nice guy, against all odds....
Thanks for watching!
Omg, that set up is awesome. It’s pretty much everything I wish my FJ was!
Thank you!
Same thing happened to my radiator, I would highly recommend getting a CSF performance radiator. It's way sturdier and fits right in the factory setup.
Thanks for the advice!
My most favourite addon to my 2017 is the secondary gas tank
Nice! You must have some serious range.
Sweet fj guy
Thanks!
Nice rig. I owned a 2007 FJ for 12 years. Side note: I think the word “OVERLAND” would look cool above the white line on your t-shirt.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the feedback.
Never seen your channel before, good stuff. Realized my Fj has quite a few mods just like yours. However it would have really nice to see more of the rear end components. I too have the metal tech LT springs but with Icon RR 2.5 and Currie rear sway bar. I too am trying to figure out the front sway bar and think another anti rock sway bar might be the way to go. Nice truck and mods.happy trails
Thanks for the input. Sounds like you have a sweet build!
I love this FJ!! Only thing better may be my Rubicon..??? LOL :)
lol.... thank you!
Marie Vardaman second that :)
But you had one of these!!!! hahahah, ill allow it this time.
For those who want to know, the trail he's on is a Black Diamond difficulty trail in Big Bear. Forget the name though. I think its Gold Mountain or Heart Break, can't remember. Any way, awesome build dude. Btw, I think I've seen you on the road on the 10.
John Bull is the trail. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Absolutely a chance that you have seen it on the 10, I used to live in SoCal and have drive to AZ a few times. Black Diamond was fun, have run all those that you have mentioned. Thank you again!
This thing is an absolute beast. Toyota doesn’t really have a short wheel base body on frame suv anymore. Toyota needs to bring back a modernized updated fj and make a trd Pro style to it for the off roaders even tho it already is focused towards off road. I mean it was popular back in the day but the economy and fuel prices were when the whole Prius style hybrid gas savers were popular and trucks and suvs were out of style. Now off road edition trucks and suvs sell very well that’s why basically every company has off road editions and features for their trucks like the raptor, zr2, trd off road and trd Pro 4runners Tacoma’s and tundras. The fj is very sought after now and the prices are very high resale. If they did it right and brought it back that would be sick. But I know the 4Runner is getting a redesign 2022 I heard along with the tundra so not sure if they will bring it back anytime soon but I hope they do.
We agree!
How has the alum DO held up? Which model is it? Finally, any issues installing your winch w it?
Ive got an aus delivered 2012 and one of the last ones 2017 Its great to see the subtle diferences. i cant understand why toyota didnt put the touchscreen gps unit in your us models. i really wish they offered the supercharged version here in Australia. we also only got the 5 speed auto but im super happy with it. Did you guys get the dual vvti 4.0l v6 1grfe? 200kw? i got factory heated seats in our 2017 but i had to option full leather seats, which was a stupid choice as im always worried about ripping them compared to the fabric in the older model.
Thanks for watching! It is interesting hoe manufacturers allow such different options in different countries. Yes we have the 4.0L.
Yeah buddy!!! Awesome video and awesome rig Shaun! Question though....what psi do you air up your floaties too?
Thanks! Depends on the size of the rider lol
Sweet! lol
Very nice FJ, thank you for sharing! Have a couple of questions. The manual transmission FJ already has lower gearing. Did you find the gearing was not adequate for on road, of road, or both and that's why you regeared? Also, you mentioned you are not concerned about running wheel spacers with the stock wheels. Any problems running 35" tires with the the narrower width stock wheels? I think stock wheels have 7.5" width and most aftermarket wheels have 8 or 8.5" width. Please, keep letting us know about the updates on your FJ!
Thanks for watching. This is from the owner: Initially I re-geared to get some MPGs back. This shouldn’t be your motivation. But I was also towing a Class 10 off-road car and I wanted lower to help combat the tires. Had I known I was going 35’s I might have gone lower but overall happy with the choice. Still no concern about running wheel spacers after 140k miles. I have done one set of wheel bearings as a preventative measure. But the wheel bearings I took off are on a different truck and still trouble free. The only issue I ran into running 35’s on a narrow rim like that was commercial chain tire stores not wanting to install them. The narrow rim helps with holding the tire on at low pressures. If really liked the stock wheels and wanted to keep the look over going aftermarket to a wheel that I thought was a compromise. But other than the hassle of getting them mounted I have no regrets.
Can you shed some like on the roof rack mod? Did you just hack the upper bar and supports off or what? It looks great
We made an upside down “T” bracket that mounted to the roof of the FJ and then had a thread to attached the Yakima rack to. Hope that helps!
Really nice rig. What size spacer did you use for your tires? I’m looking to run 35s on my factory Fj rims. Have you had any issues airing down with that set up ?
At the time of the filming a 1.25” spacer front and rear. Never had an issue with airing down. Updated setup with long travel has removed the front spacer and matched the width in the rear with a 2” spacer. Still factory rims. And still no issue. The BMC is required for 35’s and some minor pinch weld flattening makes it much better!
Did you have to do any body modifications? With the spacers and tires you needed a BMC didnt you?
Really like the set up.I have a couple of questions what wheel spacers are you running (brand & size) what rear springs do you have. Was there a reason you went fox coilovers in front and not in the rear.Is the lift i see on the video is that 3" i like the stance.FYI I've been searching the internet to get ideas for tires and wheels it seems like i've seen over a thousand pictures but it wasn't til i saw your video with the toyota factory rims and those tires that i knew that was the set up for me.Your video really helped me and save me $$$$$$ I have those same wheels on my FJ now Thanks again
Hey there, sorry to delay getting back to you, I initially missed the comment. Thank you for watching, I'll do my best to answer you. At the time there was really only a few fronts available, I have been a big fan of FOX and their digressive valving which boils down to they are firm till the valves open up then they soften up. Versus progressive where it just rides like caddy all the time and you never really feel the bottom out, which give a marshmallow feeling. in the end she is very top heavy and the firm then stable ride paid off. Initially the rear was running a custom shock length in order to account for the extended travel that Metal Tech had developed. I was using the Radflow and then damaged a shock due to how I installed it (top nut got tightened down too much and with all the flex fatigued the stem), replacing it with Icon since they had a similar available shock. None of the valving is anywhere near stock, but its been fun to fine tune them and relatively easy and cheap in comparison for the DIY. Wheel spacers are blue anodized spidertrax 1.25" wide, 6 on 5.5", color doesn't matter but they were the only ones at the time. I like factory rims and as an engineer am perfectly fine with spacers, the math works out such that they are no different on modern vehicles than a different offset wheel, which has it disadvantages as well. In the end it has more advantages then downfalls and there are other great places to discuss it for those that disagree. As far as tires goes, I have been extremely happy with my switch to muds and the Dyna Pro MTs. I was skeptical at first but after getting them on I will stay with muds and like these for the foreseeable future. in the end if FOX had an easy part number for the stem top mount for the shock at the time, that is where I would of at the time end up going and maybe in the future will. I have been looking at ADS since they (locally to NV) make a bypass shock that might just fit in there, but for now that combination has worked really well for me.
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@@shaunbeardo3027 Love your loadout. I searched the website and blog and didn't see a breakdown. Do you have a list of specifics of what you are running? Specifically looking at your front and rear shock. You just mention they are fox coil overs. I just got an FJ as a hunting/play truck and am pricing improvements .
Awesome FJ, awesome video. I just recently ordered a Demello Aluminum bumper for my 2011 Tacoma, can’t wait to get that installed. How is your aluminum bumper holding since you had it installed on your FJ? Looks like you put that bumper through the ringer.
David Legaspi when I hit the bumper at the waterfall climb it scraped it cold but those integral main mounts are beefy. The one I got was his most recent design and it was worth waiting for. Not sure if he made any more changes. I purchased back in 2015 timeframe and it’s held up great.
Shaun Beardo that’s great to hear. I recently spoke with Jason Demello about the integrity and strength of the aluminum bumper, and he assured me that it will be more then capable for my style of off roading. I ended up getting the Demello Baja Tacoma aluminum bumper. Jason did explain to me the construction design of there bumpers that makes them unique from the the other competitors. Let’s face it, Demello Bumpers are awesome looking I’m not going to lie...haha. Unfortunately I probably won’t have the bumper ready and installed by late October, I have a Mojave Desert trip October 19th-21st which I would have loved to showcase.
Thank for watching the video!
Nice rig, it's nice to see FJ videos out there. What fridge slide are you using?
Mario Speer it’s made by DFG Off-road and it works great. They made them custom fit to the Indel B TB51 that is in there. No room to spare in the rear and it fits.
Glad you enjoyed it Mario!
Great video guys!! Definitely in love with my 6spd. I recently regeared, and that teamed up with my supercharger has been phenomenal! How do i find this guys FJ on YT or insta?
Glad you enjoyed it! He is one of the owners of Rogue Overland, so all his stuff is found on the Rogue Overland Social media. YT/IG/FB is all @RogueOverland. The website is www.RogueOverland.com
@@RogueOverland understood. Awesome, thanks!!
It's a beast looking rig! How's the road noise with those mts?
Not too bad, but we kinda like the music of MT's rolling down the road. Thanks for watching!
Did you re-gear when add the 35s? Nice build!!!
Thank you! 4.56 gearing from East Coast Gear Supply.
With a manual, 4.56 is like running 4.88 on an automatic?
Hey guys just wondering what cell phone mount you have on the dash there. Need something different for my FJ. Sweet rig too bud!!!!!
It’s a universal RAM mount that’s through bolted to the dash and then a iPhone specific clamp on it. Love the stuff they make just have to get creative. It’s been rock solid since day one.
Universal RAM mount modified as described by Beardo. Hope that helps!
Seriously considering getting one of these or a 3rd gen JDM 4runner with a diesel, what would you recommend?
We don’t have experience with the diesel but the FJ and 3rd gen 4runner are both great options. Have you watched our 3rd gen 4runner walk around video?
You run it with no sway bar? Is it too much bodyroll for regular everyday driving?
Not, it's not bad.
I'm thinking about picking up a 2012. Should I look for one with packages, or would I be okay/is it still as capable as the fjs without packages? I'm definitely get an all wheel drive. I just don't want to get the wrong one, if one is more capable. I suppose I could also upgrade things: shocks, wheels, etc, etc. Anyone, any thought? Thanks! ❤
Make sure 4WD and electric locker. ATRAC is nice but We rarely used it. 2010+ with a locker is pretty money. They had a lot of options and packages in the start. But after 2010 it became less important as are cosmetics.
Hi. What is the size of your tire?is that a 285/70r17?i have noticed you still with stock rim
315/70R17, wanted to stay with the stock rims since I dig the look so much.
315/70R17. Thanks for watching!
Curious what led you to pick this rig over other options?
Fell in love back when they came out with them. Grew up a little, finished college and got a bog boy job and went to test drive them finally and fell in love. I was pretty obsessed with the 4Runner, but unfortunately the 4th and beyond Runners were not available in manual.
Shaun Beardo thank you !! I love the motor and tranny but when I first looked at them a few years back the blind spots weren’t my favorite. You have a great rig! Looking forward to catching up with the group in a few Months as I am finally getting around to giving my Henderson jl the works.
@@dpmmount Appreciate the support here! Honestly the blind spots suck, and its like driving a tank with little periscopes but it hasn't really ever been that big of a hinderance. sure I would like to see everything around me, who wouldn't, but I feel like I have gotten better at the feedback the car is giving rather then seeing it. weird I know but wouldn't change it, unless more options of manual transmission.
How's ur clutch bearing doing? My pilot bearing and release bearings are squeaking like hell.
The bearing got swapped the URD full hydro bearing solution. Thanks for watching!
@@RogueOverland how's it holding up? U think its worth it?
@@Kana0211 It was doing well for the longest time, since its full custom it took a lot of work and I think they have since taken the option off the page. I swapped to the Clutch Masters hydro setup. I have been very happy. There have been some bad reviews but I think that's due to setup as well. These are not as plug and play as you would hope. if I did it over again I would suggest the sleeve and factory style TOB before full hydraulic.
I call my FJ Storm Breaker
Nice! Thanks for watching.
How has the clutch held up?
Good so far!
What size spacers is he using on those stock rims?
1.25" spidertrax on all four corners. Thanks for watching!
@@RogueOverland thanks for the response! 🙏🏽
That is a pretty nice truck but Sickest Ever??
Thanks!
What tires are you running?
Dan Quinn they are Hancock Dyna Pro MT’s and they work phenomenal.
Thanks for watching Dan!
Sorry guys can someone post the link to shop online BAMF products? Thanks
No problem! Please like the video and subscribe to the channel as it helps us out. www.bayareametalfab.com/
What are the tire size and gears?
Tires are 315/70R17, gears are 4.56's but it is also a Manual Transmission.
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Tires size?
Dam do you ever clean your engine bay?
😂. Thanks for watching.
You go to FJ Summit?
Daymon Pancheri have never been able to register in time.
Shaun Beardo well maybe one of these years we’ll meet up there! Cheers FJ Brother 🍻
It's on our list for sure!
Great looking FJ. I would add the spindle gussets there are a few options out there. I was on a recent trailride with a few fj Cruisers on a friend hit a tree root with his tire and bent a spindle. very affordable peice of mind. www.chaosfab.com/accessories/2010-2017-FJ-Cruiser-Weld-on-Spindle-Gussets-59698-SB
Thanks for the tip!
Thank you! that is the eventual plan, I would like to eventually do a follow up video as some stuff gets changed up, gussets are on the list, better yet boxed spindles!
Little bit of update, I have finally gone long travel and in fact have added gussets! Thank you for the recommendation, they already have proved their worth.
23:30 be cam 1 huh? hee hee
In regard to being one with your rig. We were wheeling a few vary hard trails that day and he took his experience/skill to the next level.......became more in tune with his FJ and it's limits. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Late to the party, great build and thanks for sharing. One suggestion though, it would be nice to walk around and have the driver explain his mods in more detail by directly showing us or pointing at it. Good content nonetheless
Glad you like it! Thanks for the advice.
Bromance
Thanks for watching!
Superflex rear springs?
Icon Overland 2-3" with a 1.5 inch Daystar spacer. Thanks for watching!
Have you seen #530motorsports
Wow that thing is a beast! Thanks for sharing.
"Ever".... Sadly no. But nice rig still.
Thanks for watching!
I really wanted to see the car... not two dudes talking to each other.
Thank you for the feedback. We will keep this in mind on the next shoot.
This thing has nothing to do with overlanding, it’s just a guy that likes to wheel
Thanks for watching and for the feedback.
It doesn’t but this thing can overland if he wants to. He just goes over his rig with a few clips of him hitting some nice trails. This thing is a beast but I agree I think an fj is perfect for climbing and just hitting trails in general because of the short wheel base but I think the ultimate overlanding vehicle is a 4runner or landcruiser. Got plenty of room and cargo space and can take you anywhere you need to go.
Definitely more room in a 4Runner or Landcruiser.
city boy rig way to city
Lol...... it’s great for mall crawling. Thanks for watching!
More like a sit around
Thanks for watching!
Cough cough* not a truck
Sick or sucks
Not even sure what that means. Thanks for watching though!
By the way i didnt fogot to leave a like
mucha bla bla bla bla mas accion falta cuek
Thanks for watching!
boring
Thanks for watching. We are always looking to improve, so what advice do you have to make it more interesting?
You guys are good looking but the truck is waaay better
Do us a favor, take a SAT exam lesson and learn what words mean. Don't call good things sick. You and your world is sick
Gurjot Sethi it’s a compliment moron if anything you’re sick 😂✌🏽
Thanks for watching the video and taking the time to comment!
I have a word for you to look up: "colloquialism." Check it out some time!
@@christianrosete6511 your implication of the word 'sick' is not a compliment towards me
@@SkilletsUSMCYeah I got it. Thanks.