Thank you for a great 2 hrs, Andrew. I liked every minute of it. - Keep it up! Lots of love and appreciation to you and your family from us in Guatemala.
Hi Andrew, my 2023 Troopy is booked in to Headspace campers tomorrow for the roof conversion, ive had a nervous weekend thinking about it, cant turn back now.😂
Andrew, Toyota USA's hybrid strategy with trucks and SUV's (new gen) is to focus on the torque curve and performance leveraging the instant torque from the batteries to "fill in" for the low rev power needs of the vehicle before the twin turbo kicks in. I have driven the new Tundra and Sequoia (both V6 twin turbo's available with hybrid) and it works brilliantly. There is very little added fuel economy (about 1 mpg) given the trades they've made on that hybrid system and the focus.
00:51 Toyota Landcruiser Hybrid, there is one big advantage that is not often talked about with hybrids is that they can come with 3kw ac power using that hybrid batteries. So you don't have to carry extra batteries etc.
Andrew, Id love to see the old footage. I first fell in live with your channel when you did your "storytime" videos, and have been a subscriber ever since!
Hello Andrew. New follower, love the content. I recognized your voice from previously watched videos or bbc? Anyway I dig your videos, vlogs and your builds are……brilliant. I’m over here in the US. I envy the trips you’ve taken across aus and would love to one day do similar. But, currently I’m here in USA and heard you answer a question: trip thru US. You’d love to but you need the right car. Well I actually got to thinking, we may not have the right car…..yet. You helped pave the way for roof conversions in LCs in SA and they are everywhere…..except here. In the US. I dare say my friend you may be the chap to forge this path over here in yank land. Here’s my thought: currently a very popular car to 4wheel and overland in here is the Toyota 4Runner. Body on frame. Wagon type chassis. And pretty much bullet proof. However, no one has forged the path of the roof conversion. I did minor googling, only found the question asked in a forum. I think, perhaps you are the man to assist, urge or to simply find an outfitter here in the states willing to outfit a 4Runner with a roof top conversion. It might not work but I think you are savvy enough to look into this and if early in your research you find it’s impossible well, you will acknowledge such. But I think a trans America trip in an outfitted 4R converted to your specs, could make for an epic series (basically converting a 4R to a similar truck as your LC). There is a company here that can convert the 4R petrol 4.0 5sp auto to a diesel 2.8/ auto 6 or, OR a manual 6 then the roof conversion and proper kit out obviously. I reckon you could give it hell. I wish you and yours the best in any and all endevours and look forward to your 2.8 build in aus. Cheers merry Christmas happy new year
From an Afrikaans speaking, Pajero driving, Cadac using viewer who just purchased a small offroad caravan, i enjoy your content and thank you for it. I personaly agree with you re. drivers here. We must be some of the worst. I am dreading leaving on trips these days because of the stress of driving on local roads in populated areas. (Yes, i have driven up to Tanzania via the length of Mozambique with my Pajero and trailer in tow without a single issue). I have also gotten soft going on local roads, probably because i am getting older and not commuting anymore. I still have one of your early 4x4 books from before online content was available! Took it on all my early trips as a reference. I bought it from you personally one year during one of the 'off-road shows' many years ago.
I just confirmed. Its a pirate copy. Probably means all books, DVDs, BlueRays etc they sell are all pirate. The creators get nothing and they cash in. Common practice in South Africa.
Andrew you said that it is possible to overland in almost any vehicle. To prove this I was in contact with a guy who has overlanded Namibia and a number of other places in an olf fiat UNO with all the seats removed except for the drivers seat. The passenger side of the vehicle was converted into a bed. It worked for him.
I am looking forward to your honest appraisal of the new 2.8 auto. I think it will be a great option for your style of overlanding. Maybe not for towing but that isn't your scene.
Ha Ha. In Oz the grey nomads know their fuel bill is significantly lower if they travel at between 90 kmh and 100 kmh. Yes, most drivers want to go at 110, ( or 120 or 130 ) but, they know, there's nothing you can do about the greys. There's lots of us, and there's only one thing to do. Patience. Irritated Patience.
'All Notifications' isn't working mate, he's going to look into it.. He's also been told that youtube was putting adds in his live feed. See what eventuates later on.
Had 2 acquaintances' that bought Landrover Defenders. One of them is badly disappointed, says it's a lemon. Had it 3 months and is asking landrover to take it back. The other bloke is just heartbroken about the thing. Says the build is rubbish. Too sad.
Hahahahahaha rules in ZA dont exist Andrew just like the yellow lines. Saying that the B roads and sand roads in ZA are some of the best. One of my last trips from Knysna to Jozi took 10 hours longer because we took the path less travelled. The motor ways in ZA are generally just crazy and I completely agree with you. Was debating doing a drive up from Cape Town to Jozi in November but the thought of using the highway all the way put me off. If you are prepared to do the back roads and pot holes :) . One sad point for me is the gradual neglect of the B raods
Driving in UAE annoys me greatly, especially the traffic. I could rant on it for ages. Simply because it is senseless-traffic. Its always caused by those who think they're superior or smarter than everyone else and drive along side and cut in front - causing a bottleneck, where there wouldn't be. They do it at traffic lights, highway exits and it is annoying. It once took me 3 hours to do a 45 minute drive because people were driving on the hard shoulder and cutting in front for an exit. Stuck there, I even tweeted saying that those who obey the rules of the road deserve to go home too. What's worse is that the Police don't do anything about it. They won't. I tried to complain on the toll free hotline about people breaking the law, I was told to use my phone and use the police app to make a complain. Well, if I did that, then they would fine me for using my mobile phone while driving. Another time, early in the morning, I was at a signal. This guy in Lexus came along side and cut in front. The queue was 3 cars. Mine being the 3rd. The could have easily stayed behind me and gone through the signal. But because he cut in front, the car in front of me took too long to get through and I missed the signal. I was late for an appointment that day because of him and his idiocy #RantOver
People are far to impatient on the roads , all these people who speed and drive so stupidly only want to end up in the grave sooner than their time, drive to live and live to drive 😊
During my 13 years in Guatemala I have made it my mission to be the nice driver who avoid accidents and angry drivers. The behavior is contagious. Today more people (in the capital) than ever before are polite, use their indicators, shows empathy and kindness. Be nice, it pays off in the long run.
Taxis are not the main problem. They are in town, but they behave on rural roads, and that is where the aggression is worst. Its mostly white guys in powerful cars that scare me.
Methinks it is terribly arrogant to call a person a moron just because of his choice of vehicle. I essence everybody is a moron who buys the 2.8, just because you say so? Looking for a moron? Look in the mirror ol'chap. (Maybe he cannot afford one?) Greetings from a summery South Africa.
If you receive items for free, it´s part of your wage and no taxes are paid. That's the same as avoiding taxes when you work as a plumber and no receipt is issued after a work provided. There should be a law against these offerings.
OLD stories are the BEST. Brings back memories. Please do it. Thanks
Great video Andrew, cannot wait for the 2.8 troopy to see how good it is 😊
Thank you for a great 2 hrs, Andrew. I liked every minute of it.
- Keep it up!
Lots of love and appreciation to you and your family from us in Guatemala.
I would like to see old footage of overland trip. Especially with V8 110's.
Okay. Nice one coming with my V8 Defender. I loved that car!
The wedding video was so enjoyable well worth the looking at it.
Hi Andrew, my 2023 Troopy is booked in to Headspace campers tomorrow for the roof conversion, ive had a nervous weekend thinking about it, cant turn back now.😂
Andrew, Toyota USA's hybrid strategy with trucks and SUV's (new gen) is to focus on the torque curve and performance leveraging the instant torque from the batteries to "fill in" for the low rev power needs of the vehicle before the twin turbo kicks in. I have driven the new Tundra and Sequoia (both V6 twin turbo's available with hybrid) and it works brilliantly. There is very little added fuel economy (about 1 mpg) given the trades they've made on that hybrid system and the focus.
00:51 Toyota Landcruiser Hybrid, there is one big advantage that is not often talked about with hybrids is that they can come with 3kw ac power using that hybrid batteries. So you don't have to carry extra batteries etc.
Yes ! Would love to see your cootse trip !
Thanks for answering my question about coming to the US! Let's find you a rig and get you over here!!!
Andrew, Id love to see the old footage. I first fell in live with your channel when you did your "storytime" videos, and have been a subscriber ever since!
What colour have they offered you on the 2.8 in Aus?
I believe it's only white, that will be the first one in Australia 🇦🇺 😉
Hello Andrew. New follower, love the content. I recognized your voice from previously watched videos or bbc? Anyway I dig your videos, vlogs and your builds are……brilliant. I’m over here in the US. I envy the trips you’ve taken across aus and would love to one day do similar. But, currently I’m here in USA and heard you answer a question: trip thru US. You’d love to but you need the right car. Well I actually got to thinking, we may not have the right car…..yet. You helped pave the way for roof conversions in LCs in SA and they are everywhere…..except here. In the US. I dare say my friend you may be the chap to forge this path over here in yank land. Here’s my thought: currently a very popular car to 4wheel and overland in here is the Toyota 4Runner. Body on frame. Wagon type chassis. And pretty much bullet proof. However, no one has forged the path of the roof conversion. I did minor googling, only found the question asked in a forum. I think, perhaps you are the man to assist, urge or to simply find an outfitter here in the states willing to outfit a 4Runner with a roof top conversion. It might not work but I think you are savvy enough to look into this and if early in your research you find it’s impossible well, you will acknowledge such. But I think a trans America trip in an outfitted 4R converted to your specs, could make for an epic series (basically converting a 4R to a similar truck as your LC). There is a company here that can convert the 4R petrol 4.0 5sp auto to a diesel 2.8/ auto 6 or, OR a manual 6 then the roof conversion and proper kit out obviously. I reckon you could give it hell. I wish you and yours the best in any and all endevours and look forward to your 2.8 build in aus. Cheers merry Christmas happy new year
From an Afrikaans speaking, Pajero driving, Cadac using viewer who just purchased a small offroad caravan, i enjoy your content and thank you for it. I personaly agree with you re. drivers here. We must be some of the worst. I am dreading leaving on trips these days because of the stress of driving on local roads in populated areas. (Yes, i have driven up to Tanzania via the length of Mozambique with my Pajero and trailer in tow without a single issue). I have also gotten soft going on local roads, probably because i am getting older and not commuting anymore. I still have one of your early 4x4 books from before online content was available! Took it on all my early trips as a reference. I bought it from you personally one year during one of the 'off-road shows' many years ago.
...Torn Trousers is available and in stock in South Africa from Takealot
then it is a pirate copy.
I just confirmed. Its a pirate copy. Probably means all books, DVDs, BlueRays etc they sell are all pirate. The creators get nothing and they cash in. Common practice in South Africa.
Here for the air plane update :)
You’re 100% correct on Tasmania.
Andrew you said that it is possible to overland in almost any vehicle. To prove this I was in contact with a guy who has overlanded Namibia and a number of other places in an olf fiat UNO with all the seats removed except for the drivers seat. The passenger side of the vehicle was converted into a bed. It worked for him.
Oh, have I looked for someone who knows to compare suspensions. Thank you!
I would love to see that old film no matter the picture quality.
I am looking forward to your honest appraisal of the new 2.8 auto. I think it will be a great option for your style of overlanding. Maybe not for towing but that isn't your scene.
TH-cam sharing when you post a new video or is about to do a live show. I miss it every time because TH-cam sends me the notification way too late!
Yes to the old stuff.
A friend of mine has a Forrester. I’ve got a twin-locked Jimny. The difference is as night and day.
Great to hear that a Grenadier review is coming soon.
TH-cam adds in the middle of videos or live-streams?
- FYI - A $10 monthly subscription turns the damn thing off.
They will also pass you on the left on the yellow lane,it is the situation in South Africa
Living in Botswana
Thanks for explaining driving in SA I'm terrified to to go there because of exactly this driving
the instant to cross the border into Botswana, I relax. I can actually feel my blood pressure drop.
@4xoverland exactly and the pain in your shoulders is gone
Hi from Swanton Vermont USA
The new Defender is a joke. 😂
Greetings from Greece
Ha Ha. In Oz the grey nomads know their fuel bill is significantly lower if they travel at between 90 kmh and 100 kmh. Yes, most drivers want to go at 110, ( or 120 or 130 ) but, they know, there's nothing you can do about the greys. There's lots of us, and there's only one thing to do. Patience. Irritated Patience.
Dam. I subscribe and only just noticed this.
'All Notifications' isn't working mate, he's going to look into it.. He's also been told that youtube was putting adds in his live feed. See what eventuates later on.
Hi from Laos Bob
Don't drive faster than your Angel's can fly !
I see the guys from 4WD24/7 are often in Tasmania filming etc are they also paying the Licencing “fines” they asking?
Yes
Hi Andrew from Bart in JHB ZA
Had 2 acquaintances' that bought Landrover Defenders. One of them is badly disappointed, says it's a lemon. Had it 3 months and is asking landrover to take it back. The other bloke is just heartbroken about the thing. Says the build is rubbish. Too sad.
Hahahahahaha rules in ZA dont exist Andrew just like the yellow lines. Saying that the B roads and sand roads in ZA are some of the best. One of my last trips from Knysna to Jozi took 10 hours longer because we took the path less travelled. The motor ways in ZA are generally just crazy and I completely agree with you. Was debating doing a drive up from Cape Town to Jozi in November but the thought of using the highway all the way put me off. If you are prepared to do the back roads and pot holes :) . One sad point for me is the gradual neglect of the B raods
Driving in UAE annoys me greatly, especially the traffic. I could rant on it for ages. Simply because it is senseless-traffic. Its always caused by those who think they're superior or smarter than everyone else and drive along side and cut in front - causing a bottleneck, where there wouldn't be. They do it at traffic lights, highway exits and it is annoying. It once took me 3 hours to do a 45 minute drive because people were driving on the hard shoulder and cutting in front for an exit. Stuck there, I even tweeted saying that those who obey the rules of the road deserve to go home too. What's worse is that the Police don't do anything about it. They won't. I tried to complain on the toll free hotline about people breaking the law, I was told to use my phone and use the police app to make a complain. Well, if I did that, then they would fine me for using my mobile phone while driving. Another time, early in the morning, I was at a signal. This guy in Lexus came along side and cut in front. The queue was 3 cars. Mine being the 3rd. The could have easily stayed behind me and gone through the signal. But because he cut in front, the car in front of me took too long to get through and I missed the signal. I was late for an appointment that day because of him and his idiocy #RantOver
"I hate phones"
People are far to impatient on the roads , all these people who speed and drive so stupidly only want to end up in the grave sooner than their time, drive to live and live to drive 😊
During my 13 years in Guatemala I have made it my mission to be the nice driver who avoid accidents and angry drivers.
The behavior is contagious. Today more people (in the capital) than ever before are polite, use their indicators, shows empathy and kindness.
Be nice, it pays off in the long run.
There are no laws on our roads. Taxi’s rule and we drive to defend our lives
Taxis are not the main problem. They are in town, but they behave on rural roads, and that is where the aggression is worst. Its mostly white guys in powerful cars that scare me.
@@4xoverlandhulle poese man!
No real question just a rant that we can't get these vehicles in USA!!
Methinks it is terribly arrogant to call a person a moron just because of his choice of vehicle. I essence everybody is a moron who buys the 2.8, just because you say so? Looking for a moron? Look in the mirror ol'chap. (Maybe he cannot afford one?) Greetings from a summery South Africa.
Driving among morons … Remember the ones who thought we would all drive flying cars these days? 😂
If you receive items for free, it´s part of your wage and no taxes are paid. That's the same as avoiding taxes when you work as a plumber and no receipt is issued after a work provided. There should be a law against these offerings.
I think you need to loosen up a bit majuambo. Sorry about Tasmania Andrew.
another law? what's wrong with all the ones we have already?
Who is getting what for free? Really. Who and what is free?