Andrew, this series was brilliant. I want to see more like this. I’m just getting started and bought an 08 Nissan Xterra Off Road a year ago and has served me extremely well for me and my son in California and Nevada. Those of us who are either on a budget, are cheap, or just like low tech solutions very much appreciate this series. Bravo.
I’m international student, met your channel when you went to Ronny channel if you allowed me to say I have watch a lot of videos of 4whell drive and all channels just push people with good/expensive stuff. Thank you for doing this series I’m so glad. After 3 years living in Australia now I could afford my first 4x4.(unfortunately still carrying cheap stuff) If I had open my mind before I could buy a x-trail but no ones give support and everyone blame cheap stuff. Come on, people have other priorities, we just want enjoy this amazing country. Unfortunately we don’t have enough money to spend in 4wheel
a lot of people recon you need 33" tyres and lift snorkel etc... just to go 4wding but you really don't yeah sure it's better but you can get a ordinary passenger car pretty far if you know how, but you don't need to have all the top end gear, if you can't afford max trax get 2 big planks of wood, can't afford a compressor get a foot pump etc.. sure it's not as good but still makes 4wding possible
Excellent video for those of us who like to keep it simple. A few things about first aid kits. Most store bought kits are lacking. It must be personal, and cover minor and major injuries. Personal: if you have contacts, carry saline and a contact case. If you’re a diabetic, have spare test strips and glucose paste. Minor: band-aides, pain reliever, antihistamines, and antibiotic cream. Major: Severe bleeding. A real tourniquet (C-A-T) and blood clotting gauzes such as “Quik-clot” Knowledge: take a first aid/CPR class. Preferably one specializing in wilderness.
"What I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career, skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you don't get bogged, that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you. I will not pursue you. But if you do, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will get you out and then make a video about it"
One thing Mr Andrew cannot give is his experience, but there's a saying here in India that even the pot which hold the jasmine plant will have the fragrance of the flower over a period of time. Im sure the young family develops the skill faster than any other newbie... Happy 4 wheeling...
Great miniseries Andrew! I bought an 02 Subaru Outback for $2.5k in 2018, and spent another $5k on servicing, tyres, lift, 12v system, water tank, fridge, kitchen slide, swag, and recovery gear. Its given me and my partner so much joy exploring WA and offroad camping.
A great series for the orginal XTrail and yes there is one or two items I would just add on a budget..... The first I would add is a bridal for the front recovery points, a few bucks or pounds well spent, the XT has two on the front though the bolts need uprating, also rear recovery point is an issue but you can use of a 2" receiver is an option, so get an Warn or ARB shackle block. I have seen protype soft shackle blocks but not off the shelf as yet. My second suggestion is perhaps considered by some be less important, but having done forest trails there is no accounting for damage by unseen rocks, even when carefully picking the route, a sump or engine guard. There are still a number available and for the low slung vehicle I would consider this, and they are not expensive and worth it for the protection they offer. Lastly for those long trips take communications, even here in my home country I have had plenty of times where there is no mobile signal even on the best network. There are a number of different devices and technology moves apace, but to keep cost down for budget, borrow a sat phone or sat messenger and learn how to use it for those outback travels. The little X-Trail is a good vehicle, even without low range, etc., and I am considering another one of the originals for our short list of repalcement vehicle eventaully, why, because I fed up of the Land Rover being so completley random; it has electronics and these are just badly designed for a vehicle that goes off road. Don't get me wrong, like you I love the old land rovers, but they never did master the dark arts of Lucas electronics.... We never experienced any major issues with our diesel engine on our T30, but the vehicle loves to be serviced and we had a plugin unit for diagnostics which worked off the phone for those occasional error codes. Good to see a budget build and we had lots of fun in ours. I will add this series to our must view list for the X Trail...... Be safe.
Thanks so much for putting this budget build series together it has been really insightful and I’ve enjoyed watching your enthusiasm for them. I hope they enjoy their journey.
Given I'm building a micro overlander out of a third gen Jimny, watching this and the up coming project Lightweight, I couldn't be happier to see how you rig a minimalist 4x4 for outback touring. Cheers Andrew, Gwen, and the kids.
I brought the arb compressor in the tool box , all my mates said hard wire it , well 5 vehicles later still got the arb in the tool box one cost over 15 years ago 🍻
I've watched every video in the series, sometimes more than once, and I appreciate you taking the time to use your expertise to show and teach us that you don't need to spend lots of money to go out on an overland adventure. Thank you!
Andrew, this has got to be the best series you have ever put on your channel! Yes it's great to build the ultimate tourer and off road vehicle with 4 or 6 wheels, with every luxury item, but this is where it starts, affordable and fun! At times I found myself saying, "C'mon, lend them some money!" but then I remembered where you and I, for that matter started, with the bare minimum and little to no idea! Somebody once told me, that a kid in a tinny with a small motor will have more fun than a millionaire on his Cruiser. It's true and is the same for these two youngsters- it's going to build memories that will last a lifetime. But not only that, Andrew you have given hope to thousands of 16 year olds wanting to get a foot on the ladder of 4x4'g and adventure, camping and fishing trips with mates- Memories! Well done Andrew.
Fantastic series and much appreciated! As someone looking to get into overlanding, the advice you’ve imparted has been very valuable even for a non-budget build!
How do you reply to a video four days ago when it was only released 8 hours ago? Is there some Jedi shit Going on here I don’t know about? Thanks in advance💪
@@Ben-xy3jn It's quite simple, actually: As one of Andrew's Patreons I get early access to his videos. So I can spare my Jedi powers for other stuff ;-)
Andrew, I think you did a amazing job in giving advice on the base build. For a young couple starting out. I hope they do some video of them enjoying their backpacks Overland vehicle.
Andrew. An awesome vid for anyone starting out no matter the vehicle, and for those on a tight budget or in reality won’t be using they’re vehicle so often to justify the large outlay for top of the line everything. So looking forward to seeing the Range Rover trip soon.
Air compressors , I have one of those nasty Kings single cylinder comp’s , I pulled up at 15psi after driving the Coorong SA , and the guy that had already started airing up with the ARB twin comp was still going after I had got my pump out , hooked it up, pumped my tyres up to 40psi and packed up to leave, I was shocked how quickly the cheap nasty pump worked.
Do you know why I learn so much and trust you, Andrew? It's because, like your opening segment says, it's your passion. You truly are invested in all of your content. I am putting together a similar vehicle on a budget and appreciate the lessons!
It was refreshing to see a build series from someone so experienced, who has many times built very capable vehicles with big budgets, be restrained and pursue the most bang for buck with simple needs and budget.
My recovery equipment include: smittybuilt air compressor, x-bull traction boards, Amazon soft shackles, 3 sets of Amazon 10t hard shackles, a winch recovery set from Gear America, an extra 6t 30 foot strap, a 30 foot 25k pound kinetic strap. And for worst case scenario, I also have a 9500lb smittybuilt winch with a pulley block. And in case all else fails, I still have the tree saver and a 20 foot 20k chain (only used when doing a slow pull and not a lot of room to pull with. I also carry a plethora of tools in case the vehicle I'm recovering is broken somehow, in hopes I can mend it until its on solid ground and a towing service can pick it up. Far from the most expensive of kit, but so far it really hasn't let me down and I've done dozens of recoveries so far without needing to replace any of it. I do agree though, ARB stuff is great but hard to come by locally right now as there is only one ARB dealer near me and it's a smaller shop so it cannot carry the stock that bigger ones can
Thanks Andrew for your experience and expertise. Nicely done outfit that anyone just starting out or anyone needing a safe and simple vehicle set up like a back packer on holiday could use. I enjoy your videos. Cheers Darren
The compressor comment was spot on, I have a GMC Sierra Z71 with a 2.5in lift and 33in tires. My compressor gave out because it could not handle the load of filling 4 tires.
Ok, a few thoughts to share which I’m sure you have already discussed with those two happy travelers: Recovery gear: test them out before you go off road. Make sure you know how to use them and that they have no flaws. Extra important!!!!: check that your shackles fit your recovery points and that the recovery points are RATED for recovery and NOT just for towing!!!!! Most cars have “towing points” and actually only in the front of the vehicle. Make sure you have AT LEAST one point at each end of the vehicle. If it doesn’t have, you MUST fit one. Ditto with the compressor. Check the cord and air hose can service all four tires. And that there are no leaks. The fitted tyres are not far larger than the OE but it wouldn’t hurt to check that the onboard jack can lift the tyres off the ground. Also extra important that all lug bolts are torqued by hand to correct setting and NOT by air gun, otherwise they will not be able to change a tyre in the wild. Last, if they wish to travel with friends in convoy it makes sense to get handheld radios. Happy overlanding!!!
Thats a great setup. I have started with less but with experience comes knowledge. They are very fortunate to have you to guide them. Enjoy the adventure.
I got a xtrail from 2005, and life in the Netherlands, and I wanted to go off grid, thank you for the awesome tips and tricks. I will use it for more comfort and safety
We love watching your videos very informative. We got into 4wd in 2019 when we bought our Suzuki Jimny and have been watching your videos since the beginning
As a result of quality gear theory- "budget overlander" build is the biggest nonsense for this build. The most important "gear" here is vehicle by it self.
I think it's brilliant and something the kids can enjoy doing together. I would love to see updates of their actual trips. Oh yes don't forget matches and a tin opener
One thing to add on the recovery equpment, learn how to use it all before you get stuck. I had a friend who pushed his mountain bike for over 2hrs because he'd broken the chain. He had a chain tool that could have sorted it in a matter of minutes, but he'd never learned to use it, and figured it was easier to push than to work it out. Nobody should be that person.
Andrew, it is beautiful to see you lighting the torch of the next generation. I know the usual expression is "passing" the torch, but I believe you still have many thousands of miles to carry it yourself.
Mate I totally agree with you, I hate those comments "why don't you just.." it's like they have no idea what the person and their rig is going through. You might be just starting on a short budget not going to do anything too big. Sometimes a lot of things aren't necessary. I per example wouldn't get a fridge per example. I don't feel the need yet. But I can easily rely on bags of ice here and there for me esky and it's enough for me. Great content. I like the way you put your ideas into the videos. Keep on going.
Hi Andrew, Love this series on the x-trail, I have had the 2009 diesel model from 2012, it came with the rear safety rack and the draw floor in the back, over time I've added things, second rear floor, fridge, battery, dc/dc, roof rack, solar, basket and awning. They are a good vehicle for touring around in. Thank you for your insight, words and throughs for the budget touring people. Cheers
One of the things that really gets under my skin is whenever I’m in a discussion on recovery gear (especially on Facebook), invariably there’s always someone that says “I buy the cheapest straps I can find and use them till they break.”
love it....my wife, dog and i took a trip from austria to greeke with our nissan wd21 terrano...it was awesome...i often think ahh that could be bigger or not so cramped but it got us to awesome places and we will never forget it...it would be cool to see how they planned the bed to fit inside cause we sleep also inside the car on a drawersystem and maybe they have a much better idea how it goes faster to put up camp etc,ect
I bought the same first aid kit thanks to your recomendations and others of the company. Its a fantastic way to start. Especially to get a good bag for one. I moved allot of stuff from my old kit to it thanks to the extra room and it now hangs behind the front pasenger seat of my truck. Easy too see and easy to get too.
And when they have forgotten something, you don’t need to say a word…..just sit them down and show them this video again (and just smile & nod at them)…….😂
dual thumper goes hard. i paid under 100 shipped and its still going 5 years later. does 4 32s from 15--40 in 5 minutes. cant complain about that.... i replaced the filler guage with an arb one as the stock one is shit so lets call it $150...
Thanks this has been great. For an addition episode what would be really interesting to show everything else they take on a trip. Tents cooking etc. because I know you can go really overboard wit( this stuff if you want to.
Really good series. The build is similar in the camping elements to what a lot of weekend and slightly longer trip off roaders / four wheelers use. That’s a compliment, it is a setup that takes a little bit of thought and looking after but does the job and you are right, it can’t be bettered without a significant extra investment.
I’ve been running an Alpicool compressor fridge from Amazon continuously for 6 months now. I bought it for my VW camper but couldn’t use it there due to covid restrictions so plugged it into the mains and ran it in the house. I’ve been keeping stuff in it ever since. Its small but I can get perishable food for 5-7 days in it. I paid UK£150.99 for it. I don’t think I’d trust it to keep me alive in a desert but I’m not planning to use it that far out and canned food is useful on trips. It is cheap and so far reliable, with the caveat that it hasn’t been bouncing round in a vehicle. I’m hoping it does that soon.
It’s nice when your kids have the same internet as you. It’s a great way of cleaning out your garage of all your extra stuff that you have laying around.
YES , I did enjoy the show. A very good basic set up. They are starting out prepared better than a lot of travellers. Hopefully others will see your films before they set of and get into trouble. And yes I've shared it.
Andrew this series has been awesome, your fatherness (not a word I know) has really shone through, even your uneasiness at sending your daughter off into the wilderness, you, sorry I can see your concern in your manner at letting go. I can also see your excitement. I wish them all the best and I really hope they enjoy it as much as you and I do and I hope they get bitten by the bug and then of course pass it on down through the generations when little ASP’s are on the cards.. awesome choice of vehicle as well, my wife has the exact same model and they are great cars. one thing I do think you have overlooked is communication, I may have missed it in one of the videos if you have addressed it but a set of 5 watt hand helds and or a satellite phone is cheap insurance when Telstra isn’t cutting the mustard.. I don’t like to speculate but I reckon you probably have a spare one of each that you could throw their way, and then you get that fuzzy feeling when they get stuck or breakdown and Kate calls you for help, hell there is even a rescue trip in it for you. Recovery gear etc that you have chosen is excellent but worth nothing if the car is not operational and there is no reception.. good on ya pops, big love to Kate and cam and best wishes on your adventures💪
xtm does well even in the Queensland South Australian desert heat. all 4 tyres multiple times a day no issues in 3 years so far. ive even done the pressure switch and trigger hose mod which adds functionality for cheap
X-Trail 05 owner I've been around awhile but still learnt a few tricks after watching several of your vids type of tyres sounds like what I needed great choice. And the budget extra power is a definite one person fridge and X charge. Getting ice every second day is a pain . I also tow small box trailer and carry bare minimum spare parts tools camping gear and rod's. Great Ocean Rd steep inclines dirt no problems. And now petrol $2:40 still economic to run!!!!
I am also a RR tragic, but I have a Troopy on order and just happened to pick up a 2006 X-trail recently to tide me through. Although my wife and I have done many challenging treks in the past, I thoroughly enjoy your videos. This one hits the mark for us too.
I have absolutely enjoyed your series it’s been entertaining well done and I hope everyone stays safe and enjoys every minute of travelling about our wild land
love the series...love the xtrail..i made my own roof rack from aluminum railing posts and fabbed the brackets from the scraps cut off the posts...with a sheet of plywood i had a great base for a tent (and for under $150)..grease the joints with the needle greaser and that motor need religious oil changes. super fun vehicle...many 12 hr drives.
The main question I have is, how long can they stay in the bush using this vehicle without resupplying stuff like water? I don't know if I missed it in the series (maybe it is just my deteriorating memory) but I don't think I saw how the water was going to be carried. Water storage is our big issue in the 90 because of the lack of space so it is something I am very interested in.
@@leonlevstik which is...? There are all sorts of ways of adding containers, Jerry cans etc. I am just looking for practical examples in cars with very limited space.
Andrew...always enjoy your dry humor! I think this is a very informative vid for beginners even us US peeps enjoy. Some items we can't get, but with a little web sleuthing we find comparable, if not the same, albeit different brands locally. Cheers!
They will need a puncture kit........Kate your dad is one of the greatest out there, you are so lucky! Pick his brain ask lost of questions and his advice is for your best interest 👍
That was a great series of clips. “Going back to basics” I would say :-) I am just trying to get my first overlander, the problem being not really the budget, but availability and thus the prices of 4x4s here in EU. Thanks and keep up the good work!
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I love this.... my dad passed before I got myself interested in camping and 4wds. I often wish I was able to have this conversation with him.
Andrew, this series was brilliant. I want to see more like this. I’m just getting started and bought an 08 Nissan Xterra Off Road a year ago and has served me extremely well for me and my son in California and Nevada. Those of us who are either on a budget, are cheap, or just like low tech solutions very much appreciate this series. Bravo.
I love your excitement for them. I hope that their marriage and overlanding trips bring them a lot of lifelong memories. Enjoyed the series.
Love how you have kept it simple. Simple is key! Achieving simple is not always easy.
I’m international student, met your channel when you went to Ronny channel if you allowed me to say I have watch a lot of videos of 4whell drive and all channels just push people with good/expensive stuff.
Thank you for doing this series I’m so glad.
After 3 years living in Australia now I could afford my first 4x4.(unfortunately still carrying cheap stuff)
If I had open my mind before I could buy a x-trail but no ones give support and everyone blame cheap stuff.
Come on, people have other priorities, we just want enjoy this amazing country. Unfortunately we don’t have enough money to spend in 4wheel
a lot of people recon you need 33" tyres and lift snorkel etc... just to go 4wding but you really don't yeah sure it's better but you can get a ordinary passenger car pretty far if you know how, but you don't need to have all the top end gear, if you can't afford max trax get 2 big planks of wood, can't afford a compressor get a foot pump etc.. sure it's not as good but still makes 4wding possible
Excellent video for those of us who like to keep it simple. A few things about first aid kits. Most store bought kits are lacking. It must be personal, and cover minor and major injuries.
Personal: if you have contacts, carry saline and a contact case. If you’re a diabetic, have spare test strips and glucose paste.
Minor: band-aides, pain reliever, antihistamines, and antibiotic cream.
Major: Severe bleeding. A real tourniquet (C-A-T) and blood clotting gauzes such as “Quik-clot”
Knowledge: take a first aid/CPR class. Preferably one specializing in wilderness.
Glad wrap (Saran) for large burns is cheap and valuable.
"What I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career, skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you don't get bogged, that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you. I will not pursue you. But if you do, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will get you out and then make a video about it"
Ok Liam!
@@easyaussietarget3355 😂✌️🍁
ha ha this is the best , crack me up
One thing Mr Andrew cannot give is his experience, but there's a saying here in India that even the pot which hold the jasmine plant will have the fragrance of the flower over a period of time. Im sure the young family develops the skill faster than any other newbie... Happy 4 wheeling...
i know it's kind of off topic but does anyone know of a good website to stream newly released tv shows online?
Great miniseries Andrew! I bought an 02 Subaru Outback for $2.5k in 2018, and spent another $5k on servicing, tyres, lift, 12v system, water tank, fridge, kitchen slide, swag, and recovery gear. Its given me and my partner so much joy exploring WA and offroad camping.
A great series for the orginal XTrail and yes there is one or two items I would just add on a budget.....
The first I would add is a bridal for the front recovery points, a few bucks or pounds well spent, the XT has two on the front though the bolts need uprating, also rear recovery point is an issue but you can use of a 2" receiver is an option, so get an Warn or ARB shackle block. I have seen protype soft shackle blocks but not off the shelf as yet.
My second suggestion is perhaps considered by some be less important, but having done forest trails there is no accounting for damage by unseen rocks, even when carefully picking the route, a sump or engine guard. There are still a number available and for the low slung vehicle I would consider this, and they are not expensive and worth it for the protection they offer.
Lastly for those long trips take communications, even here in my home country I have had plenty of times where there is no mobile signal even on the best network. There are a number of different devices and technology moves apace, but to keep cost down for budget, borrow a sat phone or sat messenger and learn how to use it for those outback travels.
The little X-Trail is a good vehicle, even without low range, etc., and I am considering another one of the originals for our short list of repalcement vehicle eventaully, why, because I fed up of the Land Rover being so completley random; it has electronics and these are just badly designed for a vehicle that goes off road. Don't get me wrong, like you I love the old land rovers, but they never did master the dark arts of Lucas electronics....
We never experienced any major issues with our diesel engine on our T30, but the vehicle loves to be serviced and we had a plugin unit for diagnostics which worked off the phone for those occasional error codes.
Good to see a budget build and we had lots of fun in ours.
I will add this series to our must view list for the X Trail......
Be safe.
Don't forget Gwynn's bush toilet solution - one of the best things we've purchased on your recommendation.
Thanks so much for putting this budget build series together it has been really insightful and I’ve enjoyed watching your enthusiasm for them. I hope they enjoy their journey.
Given I'm building a micro overlander out of a third gen Jimny, watching this and the up coming project Lightweight, I couldn't be happier to see how you rig a minimalist 4x4 for outback touring. Cheers Andrew, Gwen, and the kids.
I brought the arb compressor in the tool box , all my mates said hard wire it , well 5 vehicles later still got the arb in the tool box one cost over 15 years ago 🍻
Hard wire it with a Anderson plug less piss farting about at least mate, bugger lifting the bonnet every time
Same here, moved countries, changed cars, good gear will be with you 20 years+, good on you mate
I've watched every video in the series, sometimes more than once, and I appreciate you taking the time to use your expertise to show and teach us that you don't need to spend lots of money to go out on an overland adventure. Thank you!
Thank you for this series! It's incredibly useful for people who just starting their overland travels.
Andrew, this has got to be the best series you have ever put on your channel! Yes it's great to build the ultimate tourer and off road vehicle with 4 or 6 wheels, with every luxury item, but this is where it starts, affordable and fun! At times I found myself saying, "C'mon, lend them some money!" but then I remembered where you and I, for that matter started, with the bare minimum and little to no idea! Somebody once told me, that a kid in a tinny with a small motor will have more fun than a millionaire on his Cruiser. It's true and is the same for these two youngsters- it's going to build memories that will last a lifetime. But not only that, Andrew you have given hope to thousands of 16 year olds wanting to get a foot on the ladder of 4x4'g and adventure, camping and fishing trips with mates- Memories! Well done Andrew.
This was a fantastic series to watch. Would love to see the X-trail on a trip.
Fantastic series and much appreciated! As someone looking to get into overlanding, the advice you’ve imparted has been very valuable even for a non-budget build!
Thanks for this informative and down-to-earth series, Andrew! I wish Cam and Kate a lot of fun with their new ride!
How do you reply to a video four days ago when it was only released 8 hours ago? Is there some Jedi shit
Going on here I don’t know about?
Thanks in advance💪
@@Ben-xy3jn It's quite simple, actually: As one of Andrew's Patreons I get early access to his videos. So I can spare my Jedi powers for other stuff ;-)
@@macgybel7951 thank you master, ahead of the times this one is!
Glad to see you have them all set fun and adventure.
Andrew, I think you did a amazing job in giving advice on the base build. For a young couple starting out. I hope they do some video of them enjoying their backpacks Overland vehicle.
Great series. You have given wise instruction for basic overlanding.
Thank you.
Thanks so much for this Andrew, I've got the same car (2004 T30) and I'm currently working on upgrading it.. your videos have been very helpful!
This is great!!!! We are helping kit out our nieces xtrail who is just getting into camping. Great timing
Andrew. An awesome vid for anyone starting out no matter the vehicle, and for those on a tight budget or in reality won’t be using they’re vehicle so often to justify the large outlay for top of the line everything. So looking forward to seeing the Range Rover trip soon.
Air compressors , I have one of those nasty Kings single cylinder comp’s , I pulled up at 15psi after driving the Coorong SA , and the guy that had already started airing up with the ARB twin comp was still going after I had got my pump out , hooked it up, pumped my tyres up to 40psi and packed up to leave, I was shocked how quickly the cheap nasty pump worked.
I have the twin cylinder hard wired and with a small air tank, very powerful unit, draws 90 amps though, but it's very quick
Do you know why I learn so much and trust you, Andrew? It's because, like your opening segment says, it's your passion. You truly are invested in all of your content. I am putting together a similar vehicle on a budget and appreciate the lessons!
It was refreshing to see a build series from someone so experienced, who has many times built very capable vehicles with big budgets, be restrained and pursue the most bang for buck with simple needs and budget.
Loving father and the positive energy is great, don't forget a fire extinguisher and God Bless!
This is one of the loveliest videos you’ve done so far. And I have practically seen all of them
My recovery equipment include: smittybuilt air compressor, x-bull traction boards, Amazon soft shackles, 3 sets of Amazon 10t hard shackles, a winch recovery set from Gear America, an extra 6t 30 foot strap, a 30 foot 25k pound kinetic strap. And for worst case scenario, I also have a 9500lb smittybuilt winch with a pulley block. And in case all else fails, I still have the tree saver and a 20 foot 20k chain (only used when doing a slow pull and not a lot of room to pull with.
I also carry a plethora of tools in case the vehicle I'm recovering is broken somehow, in hopes I can mend it until its on solid ground and a towing service can pick it up.
Far from the most expensive of kit, but so far it really hasn't let me down and I've done dozens of recoveries so far without needing to replace any of it.
I do agree though, ARB stuff is great but hard to come by locally right now as there is only one ARB dealer near me and it's a smaller shop so it cannot carry the stock that bigger ones can
You're a great dad man. Cheers from Miami.
Wonderful series Andrew, thanks for sharing 👌
This series have been a great help for a new guy like me tnx
Thanks Andrew for your experience and expertise. Nicely done outfit that anyone just starting out or anyone needing a safe and simple vehicle set up like a back packer on holiday could use. I enjoy your videos. Cheers Darren
The compressor comment was spot on, I have a GMC Sierra Z71 with a 2.5in lift and 33in tires. My compressor gave out because it could not handle the load of filling 4 tires.
Ok, a few thoughts to share which I’m sure you have already discussed with those two happy travelers:
Recovery gear: test them out before you go off road. Make sure you know how to use them and that they have no flaws. Extra important!!!!: check that your shackles fit your recovery points and that the recovery points are RATED for recovery and NOT just for towing!!!!! Most cars have “towing points” and actually only in the front of the vehicle. Make sure you have AT LEAST one point at each end of the vehicle. If it doesn’t have, you MUST fit one.
Ditto with the compressor. Check the cord and air hose can service all four tires. And that there are no leaks.
The fitted tyres are not far larger than the OE but it wouldn’t hurt to check that the onboard jack can lift the tyres off the ground. Also extra important that all lug bolts are torqued by hand to correct setting and NOT by air gun, otherwise they will not be able to change a tyre in the wild.
Last, if they wish to travel with friends in convoy it makes sense to get handheld radios.
Happy overlanding!!!
Brilliant series for us newbies. Thanks Andrew. (Your daughter is the spitting image of your wife!)
Well done guys!! Great series for beginners and seasoned alike!
Thats a great setup. I have started with less but with experience comes knowledge. They are very fortunate to have you to guide them. Enjoy the adventure.
I got a xtrail from 2005, and life in the Netherlands, and I wanted to go off grid, thank you for the awesome tips and tricks. I will use it for more comfort and safety
A very, very nicely put, build and very good arguments. Like it a lot. The whole series
Great job Andrew. Thank you for sharing your advice and expertise.
Honestly for the price you have made an amazingly practical and useful overlander, I don’t know of anything you could have done differently
We love watching your videos very informative. We got into 4wd in 2019 when we bought our Suzuki Jimny and have been watching your videos since the beginning
The reason we spend more to get quality gear: Buy Once Cry Once
The only thing more expensive than the best is the second best.
Poor man pays twice.
better to cry at the store than in the boondocks.
As a result of quality gear theory- "budget overlander" build is the biggest nonsense for this build. The most important "gear" here is vehicle by it self.
@@woxiduswoxidus1167 bro, the gear they will have for 20 years. Car will get moved on
Yes! Noob overlander and TH-camr here and definitely on a budget! Thanks!
If they ever give awards for most heartwarming 4x4/Overlanding video, I hope this gets the recognition it deserves. Such the proud Dad.
Love seeing a dad look out for his family
I think it's brilliant and something the kids can enjoy doing together. I would love to see updates of their actual trips. Oh yes don't forget matches and a tin opener
One thing to add on the recovery equpment, learn how to use it all before you get stuck. I had a friend who pushed his mountain bike for over 2hrs because he'd broken the chain. He had a chain tool that could have sorted it in a matter of minutes, but he'd never learned to use it, and figured it was easier to push than to work it out. Nobody should be that person.
Andrew, it is beautiful to see you lighting the torch of the next generation. I know the usual expression is "passing" the torch, but I believe you still have many thousands of miles to carry it yourself.
Love these videos. Quality content as usual. My favourite TH-cam channel
I agree. Great dad, and great gifts given with love. And great video!
I’ve been over landing with a land cruiser fo 40 years and I have learnt quite a bit from this series,
To many happy adventures Cam and Kate! Good job Andrew.
Well said Andrew! My daughter has just bought her first 4WD and I will send this video too her!
Mate I totally agree with you, I hate those comments "why don't you just.." it's like they have no idea what the person and their rig is going through. You might be just starting on a short budget not going to do anything too big. Sometimes a lot of things aren't necessary. I per example wouldn't get a fridge per example. I don't feel the need yet. But I can easily rely on bags of ice here and there for me esky and it's enough for me. Great content. I like the way you put your ideas into the videos. Keep on going.
Hi Andrew, Love this series on the x-trail, I have had the 2009 diesel model from 2012, it came with the rear safety rack and the draw floor in the back, over time I've added things, second rear floor, fridge, battery, dc/dc, roof rack, solar, basket and awning. They are a good vehicle for touring around in. Thank you for your insight, words and throughs for the budget touring people. Cheers
Number one tip to start overlanding on a Budget... Get Andrew to adopt you! Great Build yall, would be fantastic in Texas.
One of the things that really gets under my skin is whenever I’m in a discussion on recovery gear (especially on Facebook), invariably there’s always someone that says “I buy the cheapest straps I can find and use them till they break.”
Because nothing is more fun than a broken strap when its needed 🤣
love it....my wife, dog and i took a trip from austria to greeke with our nissan wd21 terrano...it was awesome...i often think ahh that could be bigger or not so cramped but it got us to awesome places and we will never forget it...it would be cool to see how they planned the bed to fit inside cause we sleep also inside the car on a drawersystem and maybe they have a much better idea how it goes faster to put up camp etc,ect
I bought the same first aid kit thanks to your recomendations and others of the company. Its a fantastic way to start. Especially to get a good bag for one. I moved allot of stuff from my old kit to it thanks to the extra room and it now hangs behind the front pasenger seat of my truck. Easy too see and easy to get too.
And when they have forgotten something, you don’t need to say a word…..just sit them down and show them this video again (and just smile & nod at them)…….😂
The kings recovery gear and thumper max compressor gets the job done
dual thumper goes hard. i paid under 100 shipped and its still going 5 years later. does 4 32s from 15--40 in 5 minutes. cant complain about that.... i replaced the filler guage with an arb one as the stock one is shit so lets call it $150...
@@paulholyoak def does the job for the price, great value
You're an EXCELLENT FATHER!!!
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A TON OF PEACE OF MIND
Thanks this has been great. For an addition episode what would be really interesting to show everything else they take on a trip. Tents cooking etc. because I know you can go really overboard wit( this stuff if you want to.
Thanks for this series!
Really good series. The build is similar in the camping elements to what a lot of weekend and slightly longer trip off roaders / four wheelers use. That’s a compliment, it is a setup that takes a little bit of thought and looking after but does the job and you are right, it can’t be bettered without a significant extra investment.
I appreciate the budget recommendations!
Well done Andrew. Really enjoyed this build 👍
Fantastic, I look forward to the guys starting their own travel channel.
Excellent build! Great video!
Brilliant series. Specially the ending.
well done andrew that,s what dad,s are for,your help and experience will help them in there travels and adventures.
I’ve been running an Alpicool compressor fridge from Amazon continuously for 6 months now. I bought it for my VW camper but couldn’t use it there due to covid restrictions so plugged it into the mains and ran it in the house. I’ve been keeping stuff in it ever since. Its small but I can get perishable food for 5-7 days in it. I paid UK£150.99 for it. I don’t think I’d trust it to keep me alive in a desert but I’m not planning to use it that far out and canned food is useful on trips. It is cheap and so far reliable, with the caveat that it hasn’t been bouncing round in a vehicle. I’m hoping it does that soon.
It’s nice when your kids have the same internet as you. It’s a great way of cleaning out your garage of all your extra stuff that you have laying around.
It also helps living in Australia
YES , I did enjoy the show. A very good basic set up. They are starting out prepared better than a lot of travellers. Hopefully others will see your films before they set of and get into trouble. And yes I've shared it.
Andrew this series has been awesome, your fatherness (not a word I know) has really shone through, even your uneasiness at sending your daughter off into the wilderness, you, sorry I can see your concern in your manner at letting go. I can also see your excitement. I wish them all the best and I really hope they enjoy it as much as you and I do and I hope they get bitten by the bug and then of course pass it on down through the generations when little ASP’s are on the cards.. awesome choice of vehicle as well, my wife has the exact same model and they are great cars. one thing I do think you have overlooked is communication, I may have missed it in one of the videos if you have addressed it but a set of 5 watt hand helds and or a satellite phone is cheap insurance when Telstra isn’t cutting the mustard.. I don’t like to speculate but I reckon you probably have a spare one of each that you could throw their way, and then you get that fuzzy feeling when they get stuck or breakdown and Kate calls you for help, hell there is even a rescue trip in it for you. Recovery gear etc that you have chosen is excellent but worth nothing if the car is not operational and there is no reception.. good on ya pops, big love to Kate and cam and best wishes on your adventures💪
I hope its a start to the daughter and partner adventures to overland 4x4..love from Ireland 🇮🇪☘️
They could not have a better man than you to set them up for overlanding, I wish Cam and Kate the best of luck.
xtm does well even in the Queensland South Australian desert heat. all 4 tyres multiple times a day no issues in 3 years so far. ive even done the pressure switch and trigger hose mod which adds functionality for cheap
X-Trail 05 owner I've been around awhile but still learnt a few tricks after watching several of your vids type of tyres sounds like what I needed great choice. And the budget extra power is a definite one person fridge and X charge. Getting ice every second day is a pain . I also tow small box trailer and carry bare minimum spare parts tools camping gear and rod's. Great Ocean Rd steep inclines dirt no problems. And now petrol $2:40 still economic to run!!!!
I am also a RR tragic, but I have a Troopy on order and just happened to pick up a 2006 X-trail recently to tide me through. Although my wife and I have done many challenging treks in the past, I thoroughly enjoy your videos. This one hits the mark for us too.
You're a RR tragic, a Troopy on order and an XTrail? What is this? The Twilight Zone?
Would love to see a follow on how things are going with the budget build.
I have absolutely enjoyed your series it’s been entertaining well done and I hope everyone stays safe and enjoys every minute of travelling about our wild land
Awesome!! go out there and enjoy, that's the most important of it all I believe. I´m getting started myself now. Cheers from Mendoza Argentina.
love the series...love the xtrail..i made my own roof rack from aluminum railing posts and fabbed the brackets from the scraps cut off the posts...with a sheet of plywood i had a great base for a tent (and for under $150)..grease the joints with the needle greaser and that motor need religious oil changes.
super fun vehicle...many 12 hr drives.
The main question I have is, how long can they stay in the bush using this vehicle without resupplying stuff like water? I don't know if I missed it in the series (maybe it is just my deteriorating memory) but I don't think I saw how the water was going to be carried. Water storage is our big issue in the 90 because of the lack of space so it is something I am very interested in.
Same way as extra fuel
@@leonlevstik which is...? There are all sorts of ways of adding containers, Jerry cans etc. I am just looking for practical examples in cars with very limited space.
Andrew...always enjoy your dry humor! I think this is a very informative vid for beginners even us US peeps enjoy. Some items we can't get, but with a little web sleuthing we find comparable, if not the same, albeit different brands locally. Cheers!
From Spain: thank you so much!
I like all your tips. Going to use them in my TD5 Landrover. I am looking forward to an episode about food, water, cooking and sleeping.
Fire extinguisher for sure.
Very enjoyable thank you .
They will need a puncture kit........Kate your dad is one of the greatest out there, you are so lucky! Pick his brain ask lost of questions and his advice is for your best interest 👍
Why don't you just!! get out and have fun 😀😁😂 fantastic series. Greetings from the Netherlands
Wonderful series
We did enjoy watching the video. Thank you.
That was a great series of clips. “Going back to basics” I would say :-) I am just trying to get my first overlander, the problem being not really the budget, but availability and thus the prices of 4x4s here in EU. Thanks and keep up the good work!