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Featured Overland Rig
Dixie Dingo
1997 Jeep Cherokee XJ
Owner: Kyle Daniels β’ Nashville, TN
Trail Role: onX Offroad Guide
Dixie Dingo is a trail-proven overland Cherokee built for simple, self-sufficient camping, recovery readiness, and weekend adventure. Kyle kept the setup practical, reliable, and ready for everything from marked trails to winter camping.
Build Details
Built for the Trail
Camping Setup
- Darche Eclipse 270Β° awning
- 23ZERO Dual 1100 tent
- Vevor 12V fridge
- Custom drawer system
- Rear seat delete for added storage
- Mark Trail cooking supplies
- 12-inch cast iron pan and Dutch oven
Power & Communication
- Auxiliary 12V battery
- 1000W inverter
- DC-to-DC charger
- Icom 50W GMRS base unit radio
- Midland ghost antenna
Recovery & Trail Gear
- Warn 8500 winch
- 30K tow rope
- Snatch rope
- Tree saver
- Soft shackles
- Diesel heater for winter camping
Build Story
Simple, Capable, and Ready for Camp
Dixie Dingo proves that an overland rig does not have to be overcomplicated to be effective. Kyleβs Cherokee is set up with the essentials: shelter, power, cooking gear, recovery equipment, communication, and enough storage to make the most out of weekends off the grid.
From the Darche 270Β° awning to the 23ZERO tent and custom storage system, this XJ is built around practical trail use and comfortable camp life.
Gallery
Dixie Dingo Photos
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