In this Behind the Wrench spotlight, we sat down with Cameron, co-owner of Outlaw Overland in Kent, Washington. His story takes us from childhood off-road dreams to running one of the Pacific Northwest’s most trusted diesel and off-road shops. Built on grit, skill, and word-of-mouth trust, Cameron’s journey shows what it takes to turn passion into a thriving business.
Behind The Wrench: Episode 1
Off-Road Roots That Sparked a Career
Cameron grew up riding in his dad’s ’85 Toyota 4Runner, where he caught the off-road bug early. By 16, he had his own 4Runner and was already deep into custom truck builds. What started as a backyard hobby soon turned into a lifelong passion, and ultimately a career in diesel and off-road performance.
From Friends to Founders
Through the local truck scene, Cameron met Cody, his business partner. Welding differentials and drifting Toyotas led to a real friendship and eventually the idea for a business. After working together at Cody’s family shop, they branched off to launch Outlaw Overland, a name that’s now trusted across Washington by diesel owners and off-road enthusiasts.
Fabrication to Full-Service Diesel Repairs
When Outlaw Overland opened, the focus was on hardcore fabrication: solid axle swaps, rock crawler builds, and custom lift kits. Over the years, the shop has evolved into a full-service diesel and off-road repair center. Today, customers turn to Cameron and his team for:
Diesel engine reseals and rebuilds
Lift kits and suspension upgrades
Routine maintenance and diagnostics
Performance upgrades for off-road and towing
Custom fabrication and welding work
Their reputation? Straight shooters who don’t upsell. If you don’t need it, they won’t recommend it. If you do, they’ll show you exactly why.
Why Customers Trust Outlaw Overland
Cameron believes that honesty builds lasting trust. Every customer is shown exactly what’s wrong, why it matters, and how it should be fixed. That level of transparency has built a loyal base of diesel truck owners who spread the word, something no marketing budget can buy.
Cameron’s Diesel Maintenance Tips
Cameron sees the same issue again and again: low-mileage diesels in worse shape than high-mileage workhorses. The problem? Lack of use and skipped maintenance.
Letting a diesel sit too long dries out seals and damages components.
His rule of thumb: change your oil every 5,000 miles and your fuel filter every 15,000 miles.
Staying on top of routine maintenance prevents costly repairs, like a $10K CP4 injection pump failure or even a full engine swap.
Final Words from Outlaw Overland
At Outlaw Overland, the mission isn’t just about building tough trucks; it’s about keeping them running strong for years to come. With a commitment to transparency, skilled workmanship, and real-world experience, Cameron and Cody have built a shop that diesel owners across the Pacific Northwest trust.
Looking for diesel repair or off-road upgrades in Washington? Visit Outlaw Overland in Kent to keep your truck reliable, powerful, and road-ready.
MAINTENACE KIT ESSENTIALS
Good stuff, on time, awesome price! These guys are on top of things when it comes to service. Almost feel like they communicate with my truck. I’m about to order the front hubs, it’s that time. Overall 5 stars.
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