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Andy Lilienthal

@andylilienthal.bsky.social

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Writer. Editor. Photographer. Gearhead. Traveler. #WeirdCarBS fan. Half of @crankshaftculture.com - '91 Mitsubishi Pajero XP (4D56, 5MT)) - '94 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (4M40, 5MT) - '98 Suzuki Jimny Wide (1.3, 5MT) - '22 Subaru Crosstrek (2.0, 6MT)

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 22h

Here's a comparo

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 23h

I can't stop thinking that the Land Cruiser FJ looks like an 8-bit Jeep Renegade.

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Crankshaft Culture @crankshaftculture.com · 2d

POST-TAT RECAP REEL: Day 28 of the TransAmerica Trail, continuing in Oregon where wildfire smoke clears but road closures and newly burnt areas prevail.

Driver: @andylilienthal.bsky.social
Navigator: @mercedeslilienthal.com
Vehicle: modified 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 2d

Took the Jimny to a foggy Oregon Cars and Coffee this weekend.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 4d

I love it, which should be unsurprising to no one who knows me.

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 4d

Is it me, or is this a missed opportunity for Sir Mix-A-Lot and Aleve?

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 5d

Just a somewhat dramatically lit Suzuki G13BB engine in our Jimny Wide. Fun Fact: this is the same engine that was also in the 1.3-liter Chevy/Geo Metro and Suzuki Swift in the USA.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 7d

Any new model by Mitsubishi is good. But this is just an Outlander variant (e.g. Honda Passport > Honda Passport TrailSport). I'm looking forward to what they replace the aged Outlander Sport with in North America or if they replace it. Outlander has been good for MMNA, and they need a follow up!

Crankshaft Culture @crankshaftculture.com · 7d

Mitsubishi is adding an off-road-oriented variant of its Outlander SUV. Will it be able to go toe-to-toe with Honda's TrailSport, Nissan's Rock Creek, and Subaru's Wilderness versions of their ruggedized rigs?

Mitsubishi Adding Off-Road-Focused Outlander

Mitsubishi announced today that it'll be adding an off-road variant of its current Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. Where' what we know.

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Crankshaft Culture @crankshaftculture.com · 8d

We won our class (and took 2nd overall) at the 2025 Alcan 5000 Rally in a 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport. This 5,500 rally is 11 days long and visits the US and Canada. How'd the Honda do? Words by @andylilienthal.bsky.social, photos by @mercedeslilienthal.com. Article in OVR Magazine.

Alcan 5000 Rally Delivers 11 Days of Competition and Adventure in a 2026 Honda Passport

North America's longest road rally combines competitive driving with breathtaking scenery across 5,388 miles of Alaska and Canada. From the Arctic Circle to glacial highways, the Alcan 5000 delivers unforgettable adventures and lasting friendships over 11 intense days.

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 13d

Another big boat, but quite different than a bulk container ship! Behold, the American West sternwheeler.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 13d

I'll often try to find the northernmost planes too.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 13d

Between that and Flight Radar everytime something flies over the house, I might never get anything done.

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 13d

I saw on Vessel Finder that it was headed to Portland. I love that website!

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 13d

"I like big boats and I cannot lie." Astoria, OR is awesome.

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Crankshaft Culture @crankshaftculture.com · 18d

Post-TransAmerica Trail reel recap: Day 21-22 of the TransAmerica Trail, tackling another pass near Moab, Gemini Bridges trail, and other remote parts of Utah.

Driver: @andylilienthal.bsky.social
Navigator: @mercedeslilienthal.com

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 23d

Just a quick reminder.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 26d

After over 7,100 miles behind the wheel from New Jersey to North Carolina to Oregon, here's my take on the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. expeditionportal.com/the-subaru-c... #blueskycars

The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness: A Small and Mighty Approach to Adventure Vehicles

Can the Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness tackle a cross-country overland adventure on the TransAmerica Trail? Andy Lilienthal finds out.

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 26d

What HUGE sleeper cab. I talked with the husband/wife team that drives it, and they said it has a shower, toilet, table, etc. Pretty impressive.

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Crankshaft Culture @crankshaftculture.com · 27d

RALLY RECAP: Day 9, Whitehorse, YT to Dease Lake, BC, one TSD competition, Miles Canyon, and our 3rd of 4 total optional extreme control routes, Telegraph Creek. Hours driven: 14.

•Driver: @andylilienthal.bsky.social
•Navigator: @mercedeslilienthal.com
•Vehicle: 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport SUV

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 27d

I'll be one of them for sure. And, as a small business owner, it'll be devastating.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 27d

Just ordered parts from NAPA Auto Parts, and they got delivered via DoorDash. I didn't know they delivered stuff other than food. The Dasher said this was only the 2nd NAPA delivery she'd done. Interesting.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 27d

Same here. We're a small business, and we're going to get hosed big time if these don't get extended.

Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 28d

From my spam folder: "Hey Andy, looks like you’re in charge of chilled water at Crankshaft Culture, which suggests you might be looking for ways to reduce rising HVAC expenses."

Eddie, unfortunately, I'm only the lukewarm water guy. The chilled water guy is out until next Thursday.

Regards,

Andy

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Mercedes Lilienthal @mercedeslilienthal.com · 28d

RALLY RECAP: Day 8, long-hauling it from Fairbanks, Alaska to Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, with one TSD competition, Chena Ridge. Hours driven: 14.75.

•Driver: @andylilienthal.bsky.social
•Navigator: @mercedeslilienthal.com
•Vehicle: 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport SUV

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Andy Lilienthal @andylilienthal.bsky.social · 28d

There better not be a rapture tomorrow. I just got my Suzuki Jimny Wide (and it still has an oil leak).

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