Wow. Way to persevere! Love the way you kept trying when it was the right thing to do and had the wisdom to not push your luck at a different crossing point. As many challenges as Sunday just threw at you, at least you still HAD your truck to work on. That Argentinian steak was a beef shank. Shanks aren't really known to be tender unless cooked slowly for hours, though they are tasty. So I was waiting for Stacy to say something like wow, super flavor but crazy tough. Glad it was tender and flavorful. Keep chasing your dream. Love your adventures.
The intuition game is strong out here. We’re so far in our journey, so risk taking becomes a lot more calculated. We’re so happy to have you here with us! And we are definitely in the early stages of figuring out cuts of meat and how to properly prepare them😅
I’m so sad you had that rough time entering my country, but I’m glad you finally got those issues solved. Looking forward to see how you guys portray Argentina. Hope you had a great time here
Dude this is an amazing channel, absolutely beautiful scenery, I don’t know how this channel doesn’t have at least a couple million subscribers, I guess in time let it take traction
Thank you, Stacey & Matthew. You guys are restoring my faith in humanity. Resilience=Beauty You are living life to the fullest... "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." Helen Keller Safe travels mates!
You are an Absolutely Gorgeous amazing couple, great spirits love you both heaps. Am so grateful to you for sharing your travels the highs and not so highs. Because of you two I have seen parts of planet earth I would not ever get the chance to see. ❤❤ Brilliant ❤❤
A time to celebrate the beautiful Staceys' 2nd Birthday on the road - and just as amazing as ever ! You two really do perservere through the hardships, but the world seems to reward you at the end for hanging in there. We will have a Birthday toast with some Argentinian wine for you, enjoy your off road travels and as always - much love 🎂💜
Hace dos año hice el viaje desde Bogotá hasta Ushuaia en auto junto con mi esposa, y también tuve algunos problemas mecánicos y problemas con la aduana argentina por no tener el seguro al momento de entrar, pero fue un viaje muy hermoso, es una pena que no pudieron conocer el salar de Uyuni en Bolivia ya que es de otro planeta, espero que disfruten Argentina, yo recorrí toda la ruta 40 y es hermoso. Mucha suerte.
Wow, what an incredible story, you two. This is one of those stories that you will look back on one day and say to each other, "that sucked" but then laugh because you made it through. Great story telling, great adventure. Love and miss you guys.
I have to admit something, the world will not stop changing, and our spiritual journey for people our age has begun. Some will side with the Gov. Others will live off the grid, and some will fold over. May your spirit inspire freedom and prosperity.
Life and travelling can throw us lots of unexpected challenges. You both handled it well and pushed through. Can’t wait to see more of Paraguay and Argentina. As always incredible content.
I was wondering why you guys didn't have a video, when it rains it pours ,you have been lucky so far good luck on the rest of your journey and safe passage
Thank you for showing the ups & downs. It’s not all epic drone shots & help future travellers navigate. And to bring plenty of electrical tape. Safe journey!
@@Dsb_1911 vai me falar que SP é melhor? Eles não querem ficar na cidade, não... querem trilhas, cachoeiras, que tem de monte por aquelas bandas, SP de bom só tem Ilhabela e olhe lá, SC tem viagens mais roots e paisagens um milhão de vezes melhores, tirando os preços que são BEM mais conta
Absolutely love these kinds of updates. Not necessarily the bad things, but the format of video you chose. Always looking forward to new videos from you guys!
5vzfe and 2jz are the two i have issues with misfire like that before. So I always use Spiral winding cable wrap(you can always buy them at home depot or lowes in the electrical wire section) now on all the spark plug wires. It usually sparks that misfire on the valve cover or Intake plenum manifold on the underside where you don't normally see.. I did a observation and found out about it too on my 5vz and 2jz.
Really enjoying and appreciateing your posts of your adventures of a lifetime. I have to say that after what you put that truck, you might have expected some of these problems. But I really felt for you. Safe travels from here on.
Even with all your recent trials and tribulations, you managed to find a waterfall and some wine. That is a great combination. Stay safe and send wine reports from Argentina.
Things happen for a reason. At least you are safe , you have the truck , without which you would not see those awesome places to show us the videos .. Thank you , travel safely and wisely. 😊
What a great episode, guys! I was right there with you with the frustration that can happen on a trip. It can absolutely cascade into an overwhelming array of problems. It’s a difficult and conscious effort to solve those problems. I’m so glad you guys came out on top, and I’m even more glad to follow along for Argentina! FYI, I had the same misfire/same wire problem on my 5VZ a couple years ago on a ski trip. On that note, I’m going to throw some sea foam in today.
Another terrific video. Thanks for adding the maps. They make it easier to visualize where exactly you are. Love that you share about the challenges you've faced and overcome along with all the wonderful things you've seen. Learning to face the difficulties and find solutions is all a part of the experience.
Amazing, guys. Another exciting knee slapper of a video. You guys are great story tellers and your camera work and editing is top notch! Hope the Toyota is on a trouble free course from now on!
I love it when the rig forces you to know and understand it. I still call that an unplanned adventure, overlanding is not always a smooth run but wow, that waterfall and the deeps in the water was an awesome reward. 💯🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
Buenas Rutas - You are handling it very well. We have had similar experiences on our motorcycles. Now living in the beach town of Pinamar, about 350 K south of Buenos Aires as permanent foreign residents of Argentina. Hope to meet you if you are riding the coast. Your videos describing the reality of South American overland travel are excellent. Ed (USA) and Elisa (Spain) "xfiltrate" on Horizons Unlimited.
Hello again from the sometimes sunny south Okanagan where it's a fairly normal spring. Thanks for the video update on your travels. Having talked to people who've eaten Argentine beef as well as spending days looking at BC cattle through the ears of a good cow horse, I'm more interested than ever to taste some myself! Sorry to hear about the mechanical issues with the rig, somehow it happens even to the best of them. Safe travels you two.
We’re so happy to hear of a normal spring. Not sure we want to come back to a summer full of fires. We have to admit, we’re not sure why, but every ounce of beef we’ve consumed here tastes…. Better. Different, but better. We need the science!
As a Child in the 80's i was in Paraguay and we had also an old Hilux like you. My Father build an Camperbox on it, was a great time. We traveled also in Argentina and Brasil.
Man you guys that was awesome. I have watched your channel since the beginning and your editing and narration has improved with each episode. Thanks for sharing another amazing video. And always safe travels.
This video is why I’m a firm believer in spending the extra money and getting a new or near new vehicle for far travel. I believe old vehicles can and will break and causes alot of headache. (Not saying new vehicles won’t break) I used to drive an older 4 door Tacoma, which is known for reliability. But through my travels, not as far as these guys, just in the states, and even though the engine was reliable, the older truck would break randomly, ball joint, control arm, shock, etc etc. and that caused a lot of down time and headache. Without knowing its maintenance history, when things broke, other parts of the old truck are also old and worn out and will also start to fail and break. After my Tacomas ball joints failed and the whole wheel fell off, going 60mph, I said no more. Bought a brand new truck next week, and it’s been almost 5 years since, and havnt had to do anything besides pump gas into the gas tank.
Interesting. Because of spark plug wires? Those are a pretty standard maintenance item that we honestly should have had onboard. The slave cylinder was a fluke, but that's going to happen when you put 4 vehicles into one! I don't think we're a good example to base old vehicle vs new of off, based on how custom our truck is. That said, I'd say it's pretty incredible we've come this far with what we've put the truck through in 15 months with minimal repairs so far. At the end of the day, whatever vehicle you have, and know the most about is what is best. We've met people with brand new cars waiting months to get parts delivered. Old Toyotas exist pretty much anywhere on earth!
@@ToyotaWorldRunners I agree with you about your rig. Not talking about your rig specifically, which is very well built and very reliable for how long you guys have traveled with it without much issues. Another channel where he used an old VW van, he’s always fixing his van, lol. So your rig is actually doing pretty good. I was just speaking about myself personally and just in general. I just felt much safer when going with a brand new truck. And yes obviously you have to pick the right brand new truck, if you buy a brand new Land Rover, even if it’s new, you’re right it’ll be broken down all the time. Keep up the awesome videos! I love watching you guys go where I can’t and do what I can only dream of. Maybe one day, I can travel around the world and meet y’all in Brazil or wherever, haha.
@@ToyotaWorldRunners btw, I’m a huge fan of your channel, and an even bigger fan of your truck. I always wanted to build something like this. I actually started following your channel because of the vehicle build. Thanks for all the awesome videos mate !
Well like Forest Gump once said, "Shit happens", so it did.! And you two went through it Admirably. H/T to you both and good luck on your next leg. Keep tight. Adios
Matt and Stacey, I hope this advice is helpful. When things go awry, as they tend to do, take a sec to think about how fortunate you are to be doing this amazing trip. You had to know the chances you're taking, and be willing to accept come what may. Now I'm not going to call you whiny, I get how sometimes we have to vent our frustrations, but the reality check is that these setbacks, as irritating as they may be, and in rapid succession, are minor and easily solved. Other travelers have had their rig broken into and all their cameras, gear, and laptops stolen at the Peru/bolivia border. Another needed a heart operation in Colombia. And then there were all the overlanders discombobulated by the response to the pandemic. I mean, you deal with what you're dealt, do your best, and march onward. How we feel about what we have to deal with, and how we convey it, is a choice. The choice we make consciously or subconsciously is a reflection of our level of gratitude. Food for thought. You got some amazing stuff in this collection of takes. And for that I'm grateful. Que Dios les proteja.
I’ve read before that foreigners have a hard time buying gas in Bolivia and are charged more per liter when available. They must have measures to ration it I guess as they import it.
Sometimes when things feel like they’re going against you, it may just be the Mighty’Verse pulling some strings in your favour but you don’t recognize it…
HA! wow I had a misfire that was killing me on my 5vz-fe and it was the spark plug wires too. I luckily saved the injectors for the last resort and didnt touch them but i was stuck in a hotel until i fixed it ✌
It's called the "A Factor" for a good reason. It's also why their economy is so ...buggered. I've traveled to Argie for 25 years. the "A Factor" must be considered at all times. Sometimes it works in your favor, mostly it just tests a new state of patience. And then you assimilate, and you don't pet any dogs whatsoever. They bite.
Not getting into Bolivia sucks. Gonna guess there was one stamp or one piece of paperwork out of whack. Things happen but the adventure you guys had otherwise makes it more fun.
So blessed that y’all met another Overland who told you to stop fighting and go somewhere else. If you had lost the truck, it would’ve been more than heart breaking.
Hello! We're Valentina, Antonio, and Ulisse. Ulisse is our trusty truck 🚑, home, and office all in one. Over the past 15 months, we've been on an overland journey from Arizona to Florida, all the way to the Arctic Ocean (twice in Alaska and Northwestern Territories), and now we're headed south to Tierra del Fuego. We're currently exploring Mexico and are grateful for suggesting so many off-the-beaten-path itineraries and destinations! By the way, could you tell us what happened at the Bolivian border? We're curious to hear about it! 🤔
Hello! Sounds like you’ve seen quite a few amazing places that we can’t wait to get to! Mexico is amazing, we can’t wait to go back. Long story short, our papers aren’t correct for our heavily modified vehicle. If your truck has correct papers, you’ll be fine entering the country!
You guys are amazing I love the vibe that you guys transmit, I always watch the videos and I feel like I am with you God bless you on the journey,,,,,,att Keny🇵🇷👍👍
Ay Corumba'! What a tale to tell on the border. At first I though it was another South American shakedown, but I guess since money wasn't mentioned, Bolivia really didn't like Sunday. What was it they were concerned about anyway? Tasting every wine, including the wine ice cream, was imperative on this visit. Who know when you will pass this way again? I thought that it may be as you get farther away from North America, the officials are as used to seeing tourist from so far away. Either way, another great video and even though trouble had to happen sooner or later, it is still a bummer. Hopefully you got though all the bad parts and can finish out the continent on an upswing. Happy Birthday, Stacy. You deserve all of the happiness this world has to offer. When one door is closed, another one opens.
Thank you so much for commenting Phil! Thank you for the birthday wishes and the well thought out words. The Bolivian border was the first to check that our vin and chassis matched. Unfortunately they don’t, and to get them matched on paper was too lengthy of a process before we left BC. We are grateful beyond belief for what we’ve seen so far, so this was a minor hiccup. We can’t believe this truck is in Argentina. Amazing! Cheers 🙏🏼
@@ToyotaWorldRunners ah, that at least makes sense, didn't think it was too much wheel poke that would be a problem in some countries but not that part of the world.
it looked toasty out there note to self ac! Boy that entire boarder crossing fiasco sounded like a absolute nightmare also note too self about the insurance yeeeshhh... But thankyou for sharing about this thats is alot of golden information for everyone to be aware of for traveling there and anywhere for that matter with the car insurance thing, I wouldn't have even thought about that. The slave cylinder and wiring also big bummer but good on your for persevering through it. Another great video from you both. 👍
Thank you so much for the comment. There were so many moments we couldn’t even turn on the camera, but we got to the point where we knew it would help someone that wants to take on the journey. We’re grateful for everyone that helps us along the way and supports this crazy dream!
@ToyotaWorldRunners yeah I can only imagine.. be really hard to stay focused and still be making your content with all those variables and chaos but at the same time it's almost refreshing to see a little bit of that because it makes it all seem less like a fairly tail and brings us all back to reality of how hard that it to do. But when that happens it almost makes it feel more realistic that anyone one of us can do it. It's going to be hard and it is hard for everyone and that's just part of the game and thats why we always have to keep pushing ourselves to do those hard things not because they are easy but because they are hard, like any video game if it was easy you wouldn't get the same amount of satisfaction. 🙂 Ps still hoping for less troubles for you guys Regardless 😉
Hey guys I guess you guys knew that there would be some disappointments and some challenges but your perseverance and resilience is the hero of this epic journey amazing guys
I watched the entire video and I don't understand what the real reason you got denied? You mention at 2:28 "Wrong papers" Are you able to elaborate? Do you need a special vehicle permit to enter Bolivia? Your truck documents weren't in order? I'm a bit confused since all the other countries you were able to enter with no issues (other than Argentina) I have a modified Land Cruiser and I wonder if it's something I should be concerned about. Thanks
Adventure++ What was the reason you weren’t allowed into Bolivia? You mentioned something about documents for the truck. Do they not allow modified vehicles there?
Just think of all the horrible possibilities that didn't happen:) Think about what overlanding in the 12th century was like. It looks like you recovered nicely. Happy Trails Toyota World Runners.
I'm sorry to hear about all the negative things happening. Unfortunately, issues with vehicles, regardless of year and make, are bound to happen and test your mental status. If I can, I would like to mention that not talking about what happened at the Bolivia border as well as why a overlander who had his vehicle seized will only be mentioned if you join our patreon is not helpful for someone like me who is doing the Pan American and has a budget like you and can't join a patron pages. Howeve, it was good that you informed us about insurance at the Argentina border. Happy trails guys, be safe and try to stay positive.
Hi Shawn, That information is just not something we wanted to share publicly. It's not gatekeeping per say, it's just personal information that won't affect anyone else. If you have a "normal" vehicle with the correct papers you will be free from issues.
It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat. -Theodore Roosevelt Speech at the Sorbonne, Paris, April 23, 1910
Hahah we’re not sure! He just hung out with us all night and then when we woke up he was still chillen. We assume he belonged to a nearby home. He was very well fed
Why aren't there millions of views like the "non important viral dumb ass useless vids" that time tok and TH-cam has? This is my all time fave couple and show. Ammazzzing professional level vids you don't want to miss a minute of. I wish I knew a lot of people to recommend this to. The channel is so. Much better than any I've seen yet. I was on paranormal file kick for awhile but now Stacy and Matthew are my go tos. PS I NEVER leave a comment, ever. If I was all thumbs you'd have em all in 👍
I hope u have many monetary supporters to keep on keeping on so those of us that have to live our dreams thru you can view your escapades! To strangers who come at just the right time, I love yall
The Hell You Enter Is Only Sweetened By The Heaven You Exit - Much Love From New England (Again Living Vicariously Through You 'Kids' as I plot my corporate life exit) ❤
Maybe the Universe wanted you to wait for some reason. That has happened to me. You never know what bad thing might have happened if you had not waited. Landslide, breakdown in the middle of nowhere, animals, bandits - who knows! We do have angels and they do watch over us. That's why I do a prayer of protection first thing every day!
Your episodes are better produced (and authentic) than most of not all “professional” ones. Brilliant stuff, engaging and entertaining 😎
Appreciate this comment. Thank you 🙏🏼
Wow. Way to persevere! Love the way you kept trying when it was the right thing to do and had the wisdom to not push your luck at a different crossing point. As many challenges as Sunday just threw at you, at least you still HAD your truck to work on.
That Argentinian steak was a beef shank. Shanks aren't really known to be tender unless cooked slowly for hours, though they are tasty. So I was waiting for Stacy to say something like wow, super flavor but crazy tough. Glad it was tender and flavorful.
Keep chasing your dream. Love your adventures.
The intuition game is strong out here. We’re so far in our journey, so risk taking becomes a lot more calculated.
We’re so happy to have you here with us!
And we are definitely in the early stages of figuring out cuts of meat and how to properly prepare them😅
I’m so sad you had that rough time entering my country, but I’m glad you finally got those issues solved. Looking forward to see how you guys portray Argentina. Hope you had a great time here
We’re so happy to be here!
Dude this is an amazing channel, absolutely beautiful scenery, I don’t know how this channel doesn’t have at least a couple million subscribers, I guess in time let it take traction
We’re ready for it!
Could you imagine that was in mountainous Bolivia, far less developed than Argentina. Belated Happy Birthday 🎉🎉Stacy.
Thank you so much!!
Dank voor de prachtige beelden. Goede reis, greetings from the Netherlands .
You guys are troopers! We have been there done that in travels…. You were made for this and this route was your destiny!!
We believe it! Thank you so much 🙏🏼
Thank you, Stacey & Matthew.
You guys are restoring my faith in humanity.
Resilience=Beauty
You are living life to the fullest...
"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." Helen Keller
Safe travels mates!
Thank you for the compliment!
You are an Absolutely Gorgeous amazing couple, great spirits love you both heaps. Am so grateful to you for sharing your travels the highs and not so highs. Because of you two I have seen parts of planet earth I would not ever get the chance to see. ❤❤ Brilliant ❤❤
We’re so happy you’re here with us! Thank you for the comment 🙏🏼
So real, love it. Here for every step of the way taking the good and the bad.
Keep moving forward!
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
A time to celebrate the beautiful Staceys' 2nd Birthday on the road - and just as amazing as ever ! You two really do perservere through the hardships, but the world seems to reward you at the end for hanging in there. We will have a Birthday toast with some Argentinian wine for you, enjoy your off road travels and as always - much love 🎂💜
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Seeing the clips from hiking and swimming in the canyon make it seem all worth it. Great memories to look back on in years to come!
It felt like the light and the end of the tunnel
Hace dos año hice el viaje desde Bogotá hasta Ushuaia en auto junto con mi esposa, y también tuve algunos problemas mecánicos y problemas con la aduana argentina por no tener el seguro al momento de entrar, pero fue un viaje muy hermoso, es una pena que no pudieron conocer el salar de Uyuni en Bolivia ya que es de otro planeta, espero que disfruten Argentina, yo recorrí toda la ruta 40 y es hermoso. Mucha suerte.
Que bendición!
Wow, what an incredible story, you two. This is one of those stories that you will look back on one day and say to each other, "that sucked" but then laugh because you made it through. Great story telling, great adventure. Love and miss you guys.
I have to admit something, the world will not stop changing, and our spiritual journey for people our age has begun. Some will side with the Gov. Others will live off the grid, and some will fold over. May your spirit inspire freedom and prosperity.
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
got my camping cups today. super happy with them. will be ordering 2 more very soon
Life and travelling can throw us lots of unexpected challenges. You both handled it well and pushed through. Can’t wait to see more of Paraguay and Argentina. As always incredible content.
Thank you so much!
I was wondering why you guys didn't have a video, when it rains it pours ,you have been lucky so far good luck on the rest of your journey and safe passage
We feel so grateful for the luck we’ve had, and continue to have. Sometimes it does rain though, lots!
Thank you for showing the ups & downs. It’s not all epic drone shots & help future travellers navigate. And to bring plenty of electrical tape. Safe journey!
Thank you for watching! We’re glad it was helpful
As a Brazilian I advise you to go to Santa Catarina instead of São Paulo, the landscapes there are beautiful
Sai dai doido
@@Dsb_1911 vai me falar que SP é melhor? Eles não querem ficar na cidade, não... querem trilhas, cachoeiras, que tem de monte por aquelas bandas, SP de bom só tem Ilhabela e olhe lá, SC tem viagens mais roots e paisagens um milhão de vezes melhores, tirando os preços que são BEM mais conta
Great suggestion!
Absolutely love these kinds of updates. Not necessarily the bad things, but the format of video you chose. Always looking forward to new videos from you guys!
We’re happy you enjoyed it! Hard to make for sure, but it feels good to share
5vzfe and 2jz are the two i have issues with misfire like that before. So I always use Spiral winding cable wrap(you can always buy them at home depot or lowes in the electrical wire section) now on all the spark plug wires. It usually sparks that misfire on the valve cover or Intake plenum manifold on the underside where you don't normally see.. I did a observation and found out about it too on my 5vz and 2jz.
Really enjoying and appreciateing your posts of your adventures of a lifetime. I have to say that after what you put that truck, you might have expected some of these problems. But I really felt for you. Safe travels from here on.
Definitely. We’ve been grateful of our horseshoes thus far!
Love you guys. I just found you and I am connected. Thank you for being you!!!
Welcome!
I love watching your guys travels through South America. I wish I had the time and money to do that.
We want that for you!
Even with all your recent trials and tribulations, you managed to find a waterfall and some wine. That is a great combination. Stay safe and send wine reports from Argentina.
The best combination 💪🏼
Things happen for a reason. At least you are safe , you have the truck , without which you would not see those awesome places to show us the videos .. Thank you , travel safely and wisely. 😊
Absolutely!! We’re happy with our decision
Keep on running you got this 😎💪
I just got back from Costa RIca, I couldn't believe how many old 3rd gen 4runners there are.
Some of northern Argentina looks a lot like Utah and Arizona. I wonder if there is a geological correlation?...
Happy Trails!🙂🙂
We must agree!!
What a great episode, guys! I was right there with you with the frustration that can happen on a trip. It can absolutely cascade into an overwhelming array of problems. It’s a difficult and conscious effort to solve those problems. I’m so glad you guys came out on top, and I’m even more glad to follow along for Argentina! FYI, I had the same misfire/same wire problem on my 5VZ a couple years ago on a ski trip. On that note, I’m going to throw some sea foam in today.
So glad you have all your issues sorted.
Another terrific video. Thanks for adding the maps. They make it easier to visualize where exactly you are.
Love that you share about the challenges you've faced and overcome along with all the wonderful things you've seen. Learning to face the difficulties and find solutions is all a part of the experience.
Thank you so much for the comment! We’re glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏼
Amazing, guys.
Another exciting knee slapper of a video.
You guys are great story tellers and your camera work and editing is top notch!
Hope the Toyota is on a trouble free course from now on!
Thank you so much for watching! A minor hiccup in the grand scheme of things
@@ToyotaWorldRunners Definately!
After the Storm comes the Calm!! Great episode and drone footage. Argentina is Beautiful. Stay safe and hydriated Mat and Stacey ❤❤🙌
We agree! Thank you for watching 🙏🏼
I love it when the rig forces you to know and understand it. I still call that an unplanned adventure, overlanding is not always a smooth run but wow, that waterfall and the deeps in the water was an awesome reward. 💯🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
Absolutely! We feel like the chinook knows how to tell us when it’s not feeling well 😅
Buenas Rutas - You are handling it very well. We have had similar experiences on our motorcycles. Now living in the beach town of Pinamar, about 350 K south of Buenos Aires as permanent foreign residents of Argentina. Hope to meet you if you are riding the coast. Your videos describing the reality of South American overland travel are excellent. Ed (USA) and Elisa (Spain) "xfiltrate" on Horizons Unlimited.
I’ve been to Paraguay! Enjoyed it. Cruised the Parana River. Have many good memories of that undiscovered country!
Hello again from the sometimes sunny south Okanagan where it's a fairly normal spring. Thanks for the video update on your travels. Having talked to people who've eaten Argentine beef as well as spending days looking at BC cattle through the ears of a good cow horse, I'm more interested than ever to taste some myself! Sorry to hear about the mechanical issues with the rig, somehow it happens even to the best of them. Safe travels you two.
We’re so happy to hear of a normal spring. Not sure we want to come back to a summer full of fires.
We have to admit, we’re not sure why, but every ounce of beef we’ve consumed here tastes…. Better. Different, but better. We need the science!
As a Child in the 80's i was in Paraguay and we had also an old Hilux like you. My Father build an Camperbox on it, was a great time. We traveled also in Argentina and Brasil.
Wow. This was a great episode. Thank you for sharing this! 💚
We’re glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!
Man you guys that was awesome. I have watched your channel since the beginning and your editing and narration has improved with each episode. Thanks for sharing another amazing video. And always safe travels.
We’re so happy you enjoy it! Thank you 🙏🏼
This video is why I’m a firm believer in spending the extra money and getting a new or near new vehicle for far travel. I believe old vehicles can and will break and causes alot of headache. (Not saying new vehicles won’t break) I used to drive an older 4 door Tacoma, which is known for reliability. But through my travels, not as far as these guys, just in the states, and even though the engine was reliable, the older truck would break randomly, ball joint, control arm, shock, etc etc. and that caused a lot of down time and headache. Without knowing its maintenance history, when things broke, other parts of the old truck are also old and worn out and will also start to fail and break.
After my Tacomas ball joints failed and the whole wheel fell off, going 60mph, I said no more. Bought a brand new truck next week, and it’s been almost 5 years since, and havnt had to do anything besides pump gas into the gas tank.
Interesting. Because of spark plug wires? Those are a pretty standard maintenance item that we honestly should have had onboard. The slave cylinder was a fluke, but that's going to happen when you put 4 vehicles into one! I don't think we're a good example to base old vehicle vs new of off, based on how custom our truck is. That said, I'd say it's pretty incredible we've come this far with what we've put the truck through in 15 months with minimal repairs so far.
At the end of the day, whatever vehicle you have, and know the most about is what is best. We've met people with brand new cars waiting months to get parts delivered. Old Toyotas exist pretty much anywhere on earth!
@@ToyotaWorldRunners I agree with you about your rig. Not talking about your rig specifically, which is very well built and very reliable for how long you guys have traveled with it without much issues. Another channel where he used an old VW van, he’s always fixing his van, lol. So your rig is actually doing pretty good. I was just speaking about myself personally and just in general. I just felt much safer when going with a brand new truck. And yes obviously you have to pick the right brand new truck, if you buy a brand new Land Rover, even if it’s new, you’re right it’ll be broken down all the time.
Keep up the awesome videos! I love watching you guys go where I can’t and do what I can only dream of. Maybe one day, I can travel around the world and meet y’all in Brazil or wherever, haha.
@@ToyotaWorldRunners btw, I’m a huge fan of your channel, and an even bigger fan of your truck. I always wanted to build something like this. I actually started following your channel because of the vehicle build. Thanks for all the awesome videos mate !
Way to keep your heads up during the challenges and find ways to make the most of it! I’m taking notes 📝
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Well like Forest Gump once said, "Shit happens", so it did.! And you two went through it Admirably. H/T to you both and good luck on your next leg. Keep tight. Adios
Haha absolutely! Thank you 🙏🏼
Matt and Stacey, I hope this advice is helpful. When things go awry, as they tend to do, take a sec to think about how fortunate you are to be doing this amazing trip. You had to know the chances you're taking, and be willing to accept come what may. Now I'm not going to call you whiny, I get how sometimes we have to vent our frustrations, but the reality check is that these setbacks, as irritating as they may be, and in rapid succession, are minor and easily solved. Other travelers have had their rig broken into and all their cameras, gear, and laptops stolen at the Peru/bolivia border. Another needed a heart operation in Colombia. And then there were all the overlanders discombobulated by the response to the pandemic.
I mean, you deal with what you're dealt, do your best, and march onward. How we feel about what we have to deal with, and how we convey it, is a choice. The choice we make consciously or subconsciously is a reflection of our level of gratitude. Food for thought.
You got some amazing stuff in this collection of takes. And for that I'm grateful. Que Dios les proteja.
Even tough times seem not that great in your eyes, you tell a great story and seem super positive :)
We’re so grateful for every moment!
I’ve read before that foreigners have a hard time buying gas in Bolivia and are charged more per liter when available. They must have measures to ration it I guess as they import it.
Very true
True overlanding right there!! Way to persevere! Love your channel, love you two, love your adventures! Just can’t say enough good things. Thank you!!
Thanks so much!!
❤❤ WOW shit happens multiple times but so glad you persevered and moved forward, you guys rock, greetings from maple ridge ❤❤❤
🙌🏻 so happy to be out of the woods!
Sometimes when things feel like they’re going against you, it may just be the Mighty’Verse pulling some strings in your favour but you don’t recognize it…
Yes!!
Still another great video. Dispiste all your troubles. Made more new friends on the road. The road less traveled always tell the best stories.
Definitely. The moments we will remember most
Great drone footage, amazing views!!
Love that you showed the less sexy side of overlanding...love your channel!
Thank you!
Welcome to Argentina!
Thank you!
I wondered what happened to you guys. It is amazing that they can seize a truck for the wrong paperwork and not just tell you to return to Brazil.
HA! wow I had a misfire that was killing me on my 5vz-fe and it was the spark plug wires too. I luckily saved the injectors for the last resort and didnt touch them but i was stuck in a hotel until i fixed it ✌
It's called the "A Factor" for a good reason. It's also why their economy is so ...buggered. I've traveled to Argie for 25 years. the "A Factor" must be considered at all times. Sometimes it works in your favor, mostly it just tests a new state of patience. And then you assimilate, and you don't pet any dogs whatsoever. They bite.
Hahah so valid! Feels like the end of the road, but also the beginning 😂
28:43 that shirt is awesome!
Not getting into Bolivia sucks. Gonna guess there was one stamp or one piece of paperwork out of whack. Things happen but the adventure you guys had otherwise makes it more fun.
Thanks!
Thank you so much!!
So blessed that y’all met another Overland who told you to stop fighting and go somewhere else. If you had lost the truck, it would’ve been more than heart breaking.
Absolutely! The universe was working extra hard that day
Lifelong memories are created by unusual and unexpected circumstances.This video is testament to that.Loved it.Looking forward to the next episode.🤘😎
Absolutely! All part of the story
A real steak not filled with chemicals!
At least it wasn’t the head gasket !!!
Happy Birthday Stacy !!! 🤙🏽
Haha we’re very happy about that! And thank you 🙏🏼
🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 SEJAM BEM VINDOS 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷, SE ESTIVEREM NO SUL DO BRASIL E QUISEREM DICAS DE LUGARES MARAVILHOSOS É SO PERGUNTAR !!! ABRAÇO CASAL ROOTS
Hello! We're Valentina, Antonio, and Ulisse. Ulisse is our trusty truck 🚑, home, and office all in one. Over the past 15 months, we've been on an overland journey from Arizona to Florida, all the way to the Arctic Ocean (twice in Alaska and Northwestern Territories), and now we're headed south to Tierra del Fuego. We're currently exploring Mexico and are grateful for suggesting so many off-the-beaten-path itineraries and destinations!
By the way, could you tell us what happened at the Bolivian border? We're curious to hear about it! 🤔
Hello! Sounds like you’ve seen quite a few amazing places that we can’t wait to get to! Mexico is amazing, we can’t wait to go back.
Long story short, our papers aren’t correct for our heavily modified vehicle. If your truck has correct papers, you’ll be fine entering the country!
@@ToyotaWorldRunners Thanks! Keep up with your cool videos!
Just for future reference, can somebody explain what was the reason for the Bolivian issue?
Holy crap...
That was a bit of a struggle...
As always, you guys make the best of the situation...
Sorry you missed Bolivia...
For another time!
You guys are amazing I love the vibe that you guys transmit, I always watch the videos and I feel like I am with you God bless you on the journey,,,,,,att Keny🇵🇷👍👍
Thank you!
Ay Corumba'! What a tale to tell on the border. At first I though it was another South American shakedown, but I guess since money wasn't mentioned, Bolivia really didn't like Sunday. What was it they were concerned about anyway?
Tasting every wine, including the wine ice cream, was imperative on this visit. Who know when you will pass this way again? I thought that it may be as you get farther away from North America, the officials are as used to seeing tourist from so far away.
Either way, another great video and even though trouble had to happen sooner or later, it is still a bummer. Hopefully you got though all the bad parts and can finish out the continent on an upswing. Happy Birthday, Stacy. You deserve all of the happiness this world has to offer.
When one door is closed, another one opens.
Thank you so much for commenting Phil! Thank you for the birthday wishes and the well thought out words. The Bolivian border was the first to check that our vin and chassis matched. Unfortunately they don’t, and to get them matched on paper was too lengthy of a process before we left BC. We are grateful beyond belief for what we’ve seen so far, so this was a minor hiccup. We can’t believe this truck is in Argentina. Amazing!
Cheers 🙏🏼
@@ToyotaWorldRunners ah, that at least makes sense, didn't think it was too much wheel poke that would be a problem in some countries but not that part of the world.
You've run The Gauntlet!
it looked toasty out there note to self ac! Boy that entire boarder crossing fiasco sounded like a absolute nightmare also note too self about the insurance yeeeshhh...
But thankyou for sharing about this thats is alot of golden information for everyone to be aware of for traveling there and anywhere for that matter with the car insurance thing, I wouldn't have even thought about that.
The slave cylinder and wiring also big bummer but good on your for persevering through it.
Another great video from you both. 👍
Thank you so much for the comment. There were so many moments we couldn’t even turn on the camera, but we got to the point where we knew it would help someone that wants to take on the journey. We’re grateful for everyone that helps us along the way and supports this crazy dream!
@ToyotaWorldRunners yeah I can only imagine.. be really hard to stay focused and still be making your content with all those variables and chaos but at the same time it's almost refreshing to see a little bit of that because it makes it all seem less like a fairly tail and brings us all back to reality of how hard that it to do. But when that happens it almost makes it feel more realistic that anyone one of us can do it. It's going to be hard and it is hard for everyone and that's just part of the game and thats why we always have to keep pushing ourselves to do those hard things not because they are easy but because they are hard, like any video game if it was easy you wouldn't get the same amount of satisfaction. 🙂
Ps still hoping for less troubles for you guys Regardless 😉
Ah.. the trials and tribulations of international over-landing ...✌️🤙🇨🇦
Hey guys I guess you guys knew that there would be some disappointments and some challenges but your perseverance and resilience is the hero of this epic journey amazing guys
We knew they would come, but are so grateful to have been incredibly lucky for the majority
I drove from ca to brasil via pan American hyway using a carniegh including boliva twice….what was their reason for the denial?
I watched the entire video and I don't understand what the real reason you got denied? You mention at 2:28 "Wrong papers" Are you able to elaborate? Do you need a special vehicle permit to enter Bolivia? Your truck documents weren't in order? I'm a bit confused since all the other countries you were able to enter with no issues (other than Argentina) I have a modified Land Cruiser and I wonder if it's something I should be concerned about. Thanks
Awesome adventure through the thick and thin of it! What was the Bolivian border crossing issue?
It's always an adventure
Adventure++
What was the reason you weren’t allowed into Bolivia? You mentioned something about documents for the truck. Do they not allow modified vehicles there?
“This is a video I didn’t want to make” proceeds to make the best video Toyota world runners has made to date 😂. Loved this. Amazing!
Haha whoops 😅
Just think of all the horrible possibilities that didn't happen:) Think about what overlanding in the 12th century was like. It looks like you recovered nicely. Happy Trails Toyota World Runners.
We came out unscathed! Grateful for the journey 💪🏼
so what was the problem at the Bolivian border?
have you heard the song - Salta Sin Parar ? It fits the situation. Very sorry this all happened!
We haven’t! We shall have a listen
King Africa ft Mr Pringles- Salta 2000
It was a huge hit!
You will never forget "carbon tracking"... it's a thing. Highly visible at night in pitch black
I'm sorry to hear about all the negative things happening. Unfortunately, issues with vehicles, regardless of year and make, are bound to happen and test your mental status. If I can, I would like to mention that not talking about what happened at the Bolivia border as well as why a overlander who had his vehicle seized will only be mentioned if you join our patreon is not helpful for someone like me who is doing the Pan American and has a budget like you and can't join a patron pages. Howeve, it was good that you informed us about insurance at the Argentina border. Happy trails guys, be safe and try to stay positive.
Hi Shawn, That information is just not something we wanted to share publicly. It's not gatekeeping per say, it's just personal information that won't affect anyone else. If you have a "normal" vehicle with the correct papers you will be free from issues.
@@ToyotaWorldRunners Awesome ty for the information.
Maybe you can mention the name of the place where you are, so we can mark it on Google Maps.
Terimakasih..
Salam dari Indonesia
It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes up short again and again, because there is no effort without error or shortcoming, but who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause; who, at the best, knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who knew neither victory nor defeat.
-Theodore Roosevelt
Speech at the Sorbonne, Paris, April 23, 1910
What was the story with that cat? Was that someone’s cat or was it just a friendly cat cruising the streets?
Hahah we’re not sure! He just hung out with us all night and then when we woke up he was still chillen. We assume he belonged to a nearby home. He was very well fed
Why aren't there millions of views like the "non important viral dumb ass useless vids" that time tok and TH-cam has? This is my all time fave couple and show. Ammazzzing professional level vids you don't want to miss a minute of. I wish I knew a lot of people to recommend this to. The channel is so. Much better than any I've seen yet. I was on paranormal file kick for awhile but now Stacy and Matthew are my go tos. PS I NEVER leave a comment, ever. If I was all thumbs you'd have em all in 👍
I hope u have many monetary supporters to keep on keeping on so those of us that have to live our dreams thru you can view your escapades! To strangers who come at just the right time, I love yall
Huh… this channel is the ‘adventure archives’ of over-landing.
Incredible. what a journey! Maybe i missed it but was the exact reason for denial into Bolivia?
Details are on our Patreon, not something we wanted to share publicly, sorry!
Thank you so much.
The Hell You Enter Is Only Sweetened By The Heaven You Exit - Much Love From New England (Again Living Vicariously Through You 'Kids' as I plot my corporate life exit) ❤
May I ask you, why have you been denied by Bolivia? Thanks!
Well new injectors will make a big difference to how the truck runs anyway.
We’ve noticed!
Subscribed to you from Alberta! 🇨🇦
Welcome!
Always start with the most simple obvious problems first young padawan!!
Maybe the Universe wanted you to wait for some reason. That has happened to me. You never know what bad thing might have happened if you had not waited. Landslide, breakdown in the middle of nowhere, animals, bandits - who knows! We do have angels and they do watch over us. That's why I do a prayer of protection first thing every day!
Yup! Everything has its reason
Brasil 🇧🇷 🇧🇷🇧🇷❤️