1991 Pajero Updates and Upgrades
Back in November, 2018 we flew to Texas for the second time in 12 months to pick up yet another second-generation Mitsubishi Pajero. We drove it back from Austin without…
Headlight Heaven: Adding J.W. Speaker 8700 Evo 2 LED Lights
Back when we had the PDXJ, our 2001 Jeep Cherokee, one of the upgrades we made was replacing the OE headlights with J.W. Speaker LED headlamps. The headlights were a…
Vanlife Northwest’s Time Traveler’s 4×4 Van Run
Last Sunday was a time warp back to the early 1990s. OK, it also may have been the early 1990s in Japan, but it was a time warp nonetheless. Several…
Our Eight Great Holiday Adventure Gifts
Looking for holiday gift ideas for the adventurer in your life? Here are eight great gifts suggestions for all of budgets.
Winter Wonderland Wanderlust: Holiday Travel in a JDM Mitsubishi
Like millions of other people, we’re headed home for the holidays in a couple of weeks. However, unlike millions of other people, we’re going to drive a 26 year-old diesel-powered…
We Just Bought Another Mitsubishi Pajero
In the immortal words of Britney Spears: “Oops, I did it again.” Yes, we bought a second short-wheelbase gen II Mitsubishi Pajero. We’re repeat offenders.
The Mongol Rally Short Film
You know how we are always saying “Every Vehicle is an Adventure”? Well, here’s proof.
2018 SEMA Show Gallery
The Specialty Equipment Market Association show, or SEMA as it is better known, showcased thousands of interesting, crazy, oddball, awesome, and some just plain obnoxious rigs this year.
Crankshaft Chronicles: Matt’s Swapped Suzuki Sidekick Sport
We all know that one person who seems to be a jack of all trades; a renaissance man (or woman). For me, that man is Matt Verley. From welding to…
Crankshaft Chronicles: Jeff Z’s 1920 Ford Model T
Crankshaft Culture’s mantra is “Every Vehicle is an Adventure.” But have you ever thought what was the first adventuremobile? It very well might be the Ford Model T. In the…
Guest Posts
Why Young Drivers Love the Creativity Behind Custom Car Builds
Why Young Drivers Love the Creativity Behind Custom Car Builds Cars have always been more than just machines that take us from one place to another. For many young drivers, a car is a canvas for creativity, a way to express personality, and a chance to stand out in a…
Why Car Culture Attracts Adventure-Loving Students
Car culture has become more than just a hobby. For many students, it represents freedom, exploration, and excitement. If you have ever watched a convoy of modified cars driving down a highway at sunset or seen friends planning a spontaneous road trip, you already understand the feeling. Car culture connects…
Luxury Car Detailing in Toronto: Preserving Your Investment
A luxury vehicle in Toronto faces tough conditions that can diminish its value and appearance. To combat this, professional detailing is essential for preservation beyond standard car wash. This guide breaks down the options, from essential upkeep to advanced protective treatments, helping owners make smart choices to maintain their car’s…