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In this issue of Tread, adventure gets pushed to the edge. From the 10+ year build of the Final Frontier prerunner to the Hellcat-powered Meso Taco, every feature showcases off-road engineering at its wildest. You’ll see exotic 4Runner upgrades in DHEO2WD, apocalyptic creativity in Endgame (the Hellcat Jeep), and the resurrection of legends in Chalupa and Rebirth an RVI Bronco brought back to life. Get first-hand coverage from Off-Road Expo Costa Mesa, gear up with Outfitted and Gear Box, and dive into practical tech with American Gladiator Part 4. If pushing limits, living wildly, and exploring beyond the beaten path sounds like your thing this issue is built for you.
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EXCITING ARTICLES IN THIS ISSUE
Below is a selection of articles in Tread Mar/Apr 2026.
NEW IN BLUE – Ryno Built's 4Runner Stunner
Ryno Liberman embraced Toyota's new-generation platforms, building an extreme sixth-gen 4Runner despite limited aftermarket support, turning challenges into opportunities through innovation and advanced custom fabrication.
BEHIND THE BUILDERS – RJ Fab, aka Rob Lindsay
Rob Lindsay, founder of RJ Fab, is a highly respected off-road builder known for his passion, expertise, and strong reputation, blending no-nonsense work ethic with a humble, approachable personality.
THE BADDEST WILLYS – THE WORLD’S GREATEST OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
This Willys build stands as an extraordinary off-road masterpiece, combining elite engineering, performance, and craftsmanship, pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible in extreme off-road vehicle design.
KNAFS – Knives Built to Be Used, Not Just Admired
Knafs is a playful, innovative knife company focused on quality and creativity, led by founder Ben, whose approachable leadership and thoughtful design philosophy set the brand apart in everyday carry gear.
MONSTER M37 – MILITARY CLASSIC TURNED BEAST
John Jordan’s 1953 Dodge M37, built by Allied Fab, transforms a classic military truck into a unique, high-performance machine focused on speed, capability, and modern custom engineering.
OFF-ROAD POST XJ
Classic off-road icons like the Dodge M37 and Jeep Cherokee XJ remain popular, evolving from forgotten relics or daily drivers into capable, sought-after trail machines dominating rock-crawling scenes.