Mitsubishi Delica Speed Warning Chime
We’ve talked about it before, and here’s a first-hand account of the infamous speed warning chime on our 1989 Mitsubishi Delica Star Wagon (L300).
Latest Updates to Our Mitsubishi Delica, aka, the Space Tractor
We’ve done our first major update to our 1989 Mitsubishi Delica Star Wagon, aka the “Space Tractor,” and it was a much-needed upgrade.
2018 Suzuki Jimny Pics
Spy photos of the 2018 Suzuki Jimny have been found, and we’re salivating. The Jimny has long been a dream car for us. Well, a very small dream car. We…
Recommended Routes: Hurricane Ridge Road
Being Pacific Northwest residents now for over 10 years and counting, we’ve driven many miles of the famous Highway 101. As a matter of fact, we’ve driven hundreds of miles…
The Gambler 500: Magnificent Motorized Madness
I just attended Oregon’s Gambler 500. It was my first time “gambling,” I had no idea what to expect, who’d to expect, or what vehicles I’d see. Imagine Mad Max…
New Project: $500 Dodge Durango
There was a time in my life when I wanted to be nothing like my father when it came to cars. He was a frugal man and always bought older…
New Project: 1989 Mitsubishi Delica
For years we’ve had a thing for the Mitsubishi Delica. That turbo diesel-powered door wedge of a van, complete with low-range 4WD transfer case, manual transmission, and plenty of space.…
2017 NW Overland Rally and BC Overland Rally
Words by Andy Lilienthal. Photos by Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal NW Overland Rally We attend a lot of events for both work and for fun. Some events come and go,…
Gear Review: Tribe One Outdoors—Is This the Answer to Pull Your Life Together?
When I arrived at Overland Expo West this year, I knew I’d see a lot of cool people, vehicles, and gear. A plethora of unique personalities, rigs aplenty, and endless…
Project ZJ: My first Jeep
I grew up watching my dad fix cars and handing him tools as a wee lad. He’s been a mechanic since our family immigrated to the United States and tended…
Guest Posts
Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Colorado
According to NHTSA’s 2023 crash data, there were over 5.9 million police-reported crashes across the United States that year — and a significant portion of injured victims who pursued compensation ultimately received far less than their claims were worth, not because their cases were weak, but because of preventable missteps…
Why Hiring a Local Huntington Beach Car Accident Lawyer Matters
When a collision happens on Pacific Coast Highway during rush hour, the difference between adequate compensation and a settlement that falls short often comes down to one factor: whether your legal representation understands the specific dynamics of Orange County’s accident landscape. Local traffic patterns, regional insurance practices, and the nuances…
Common Mistakes That Can Hurt a Car Accident Case
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2023 data, motor vehicle crashes result in millions of injury-related incidents annually across the United States — yet a significant portion of those injured never recover the full compensation they’re entitled to. Not because their cases lacked merit, but because of decisions…