Tools and gear that earn their place
Mike’s Old Iron Garage
The tools, parts, camera gear, and trail equipment I actually use while building, maintaining, filming, and driving old 4x4s.
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Trail & Garage Tested
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Start with the job—not a wall of links. Browse the tools and gear I use for specific types of work.
Shop Tools
Hand tools, specialty tools
Camera Gear
cameras, mounts, audio
Fabrication
Welding, cutting, abrasives
Recovery & Trail
Winching and trail
equipment
Electrical &
Lighting
Wiring, crimping, lights
Scout & Willys
Parts
Parts that fit the builds
Gear I Reach For Most
These are the tools and gear I use most often in the garage, on the trail, and while filming.
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iCrimp Closed Barrel Crimper
I have been using this so much lately. You need to get one.
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Check Your Old Iron Before You Hit the Road
A practical one-page walk-around and systems check for vintage 4x4s—built for the road, the trail, and the miles between.
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