
Ed’s Auto Salvage
Discover Ed’s Auto Salvage: Your New Knox County Stronghold
Looking for a strategic new location to establish your survival base in Project Zomboid? Ed’s Auto Salvage offers a compelling option for players seeking a secure and resource-rich environment. This custom map addition places a fully equipped junkyard and garage right in the heart of Knox County, providing a unique blend of defensive potential and practical utility.
A Central Hub for Survival
Nestled east of Pony Roam-O, Ed’s Auto Salvage is designed to be a central point of interest. Its location offers convenience for exploring the surrounding areas, while the site itself is partially walled off with high fencing, offering a good initial layer of protection. The spacious layout provides ample room for parking your fleet of vehicles and storing all the supplies you manage to scavenge. For those prioritizing a less frantic start, the mod notes that major zombie spawns are not concentrated nearby, making it a viable choice for a more fortified holdout.
Key Features for the Savvy Survivor
Ed’s Auto Salvage comes packed with features to aid your survival efforts:
- A dedicated gas pump for convenient refueling of your vehicles.
- A partially walled perimeter with high fences for added security.
- Extensive space to organize vehicles and store loot.
- A large second-floor area with a big balcony, perfect for safe water collection.
- Varied loot opportunities scattered throughout the location.
Strategic Base Location
The creator’s vision was to establish a centrally located base with essential amenities, and Ed’s Auto Salvage delivers. The presence of its own gas pump is a significant advantage, reducing the need to venture far for fuel. The second-floor balcony provides a safe vantage point and an ideal spot to set up rain collectors, ensuring a consistent water supply without exposing yourself to the dangers below. While the mod can offer a powerful start, it’s recommended to spawn elsewhere and make your way to Ed’s to better balance the initial difficulty.
Ed’s Auto Salvage modifies cell [29,28]. Players should be aware that other mods altering this specific cell may cause compatibility issues. This mod is designed for Project Zomboid version 41.60 and above and functions in multiplayer environments.








