Garage Notes
Build breakdowns, gear picks, and off-road news for builders and enthusiasts.
The JL Wrangler has more lift kit options than any other off-road platform — and half of them aren't worth your money. Here's what builders are actually running on trail, sorted by budget and build goal.
When you finally get stuck, the gear on your rig decides how it ends. Here's exactly which traction boards are worth carrying — and what the community is actually running.
Both new Toyota platforms hit their UCA threshold earlier than people expect. Here's exactly which arms the community is running — and why buying them with your lift kit saves money and a second shop visit.
Toyota just opened ordering on the 2026 4Runner Overlook Package — a dealer-installed overlanding kit with ARB rack, TRD wheels, Factor 55 recovery gear, and skid plates. Here's what's actually in it, what those same parts cost elsewhere, and who should buy it.
The 4th gen Tacoma TRD Off-Road costs $2,400 more than the Sport. Here's the builder's case for taking the cheaper trim and spending that money better.
Ninety percent of builders are running the wrong tire for what they actually do. Here's how to pick correctly — without brand loyalty clouding the decision.
The 4th gen Tacoma reset the build clock — new platform, new fitment rules, and an aftermarket that's still catching up. Here's exactly what the community is doing first and what's actually working.
The Build List Garage blog — breakdowns, build inspiration, gear picks, and off-road news for builders and enthusiasts.
The 6th gen 4Runner platform reset the aftermarket clock — nothing from the 5th gen carries over. Here's exactly which lift kits are shipping, which are worth waiting for, and what to avoid.