Land Cruiser: Rig Walk Around & Camp Setup (The Donkey)

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  • A lot of you have been asking us for to do a full Rig Walk Around, so we headed off to show you exactly what is in and on the Land Cruiser and how the setup all works. We have included the all the technical information below, also links to the relevant websites so that you can easily find all the products mentioned in the video.
    BunduTop Tent (bundutec.co.za/)
    - Standard - 2.1m x 1.35m (82 x 53 inches)
    - King - 2.1m x 1.6m (82 x 63 inches)
    - Super King - 3m x 1.6m (118 x 63 inches)
    - The tent weighs 73kg (160 lbs), and the ladder weighs 7kg (15 lbs) making it a total of 80kg (176 lbs)
    Includes:
    - Solar wiring
    - 100mm (4 inches) high density foam mattress
    - 12V outlet inside
    - LED light inside
    BunduAwn 360 (bundutec.co.za/)
    - Shade awning around all three sides of the the vehicle.
    - Additional lifter arms add 500mm of drop for increased water run off
    - Aluminised to reflect heat away
    - 2.95m Length
    - Full aluminium construction
    - 2.95 360 (3 sided) 2.95m 25.5 Kg
    SnoMaster 66L Low Profile Dual Compartment Stainless Steel Fridge/Freezer AC/DC (snomaster.co.za/)
    - Unit: (H) 470 (W) 825 (D) 510
    - Storage Volume Left: 32.5L
    - Storage Volume Right: 33.5L
    - Temp Range: -22⁰C to 10⁰C
    - Net Weight: 28Kg
    - Voltage AC: 230V/50Hz
    - Voltage DC: 12V/24V
    - Rated Current AC/DC: 1.0A
    - Refrigerant: R134a/43g
    - Foaming Agent: Cyclopentane
    SnoMaster 12L Fridge/Freezer 12V (snomaster.co.za/)
    Unit: (H) 385 (W) 190 (D) 505
    Storage Volume: 12L
    Temp Range: -12⁰C to 10⁰C
    Net Weight: 8.5Kg
    Voltage DC: 12V/24V
    Rated Current AC/DC: 1.0A
    Cut out Voltage: 10.5A
    Refrigerant: R134a/18g
    Foaming Agent: Cyclopentane
    Solar Panels & Charging:
    - JA Solar 405W Mono MBB Percium Half-Cell Silver Frame MC4: (thepowerstore.co.za/)
    Panels - Monocrystallines
    Rating: 405W
    Efficiency: 20.2%
    Width: 996mm
    Height: 2,015mm
    Rated Maximum Power(Pmax) [W] 405
    Open Circuit Voltage(Voc) [V] 49.86
    Maximum Power Voltage(Vmp) [V] 41.60
    Short Circuit Current(Isc) [A] 10.39
    Maximum Power Current(Imp) [A] 9.74
    Module Efficiency [%] 20.2
    - Mojave 150W foldable Solar Panel: (flexopower.co.za/)
    Rated Output, STC 150 Watt
    Max. Operating Voltage 17.3 V
    Operating Current 8.7A A
    Dimension Folded 510 x 670 x 20 mm
    Dimension Deployed 1650 x 670 x 5 mm
    Weight 4 kg
    - Lithium444 Power Pack by FlexoPower: (flexopower.co.za/)
    Capacity 444Wh or 40Ah fully useable.
    Battery Chemistry High Quality Lithium Polymer ≥ 500 cycles discharge to 0%
    AC Output 400W continuous, 1200W surge, ultra-pure sine wave DC Output
    · 1 x 12V/15A Cigarette Lighter
    · 3 x 5V/2.1A USB
    · 2 x 12V/15A barrel plug
    Input sources to re-charge
    · Solar max. 120W, max Voc 25V
    · Cigarette Lighter 12V / 6A
    · Mains AC 220V
    Housing Strong Aluminium Alloy
    Weight 5.5kg
    Dimensions (LWH) 30 x 13 x 18 cm
    Operating Temperature -10°C to 40°C
    Victron Cyrix Battery Combiner
    Continuous current and breaking capacity at 12V or 24V
    Breaking capacity at 48V 40A
    Current consumption when open less than 4 mA
    Protection category IP54
    Weight kg (lbs) 0,11 (0.24)
    Dimensions h x w x d in mm (h x w x d in inches) 46 x 46 x 80 (1.8 x 1.8 x 3.2)
    Drawer Items:
    - 2 x Alva Gas Cookers
    - 2 x Collapsible buckets
    - 1 x Stanley 1.9ltr Flask
    - 1 x Firestick
    - 1 x Cadac Double Plate gas Cooker
    - 1 x Axe
    - 1 x Shower Matt
    - 3 x Pots
    - 1 x Medical Kit
    - 2 x Comprehensive Toolboxes (spanners, fuses, screwdrivers, hammers etc etc)
    - 2 x Popup Tents (Malamoo & Natural Instincts)
    - 1 x FULL RECOVERY SET
    * Snatch Strap
    * Pull Strap
    * D Shackles
    * Soft Shackles
    * Safety Harnesses
    * Recovery Gloves
    Lights: (www.madrhino.co.za/)
    - MRO-3240XHL | 40" 240w DR Curved Light Bar
    Size: 40" (101,6cm)
    LED's: 80 x 3w OSRAM
    Beam Pattern: Spot/Flood Combo
    Watts: 240w
    Lumens: 21,600lm
    Amperage: 16A@12v / 6.8A@24v
    Rating: IP67
    Input Voltage: 10-30v DC
    - MRO-RL15. | 3" 15w LED Rock Light (Underbody/Camp Lights)
    LED's: 3 x 5w CREE
    Beam Pattern: Flood
    Watts: 15w
    Lumens: 1260lm
    Amperage: 0.3A @ 12v DC
    IP Rating: IP67
    - MRO-8L80. | 6.7" 80w LED Spot Light (Spots)
    Size: 6.7"
    LED's: 8 x 10w XM-L2 CREE
    Beam Pattern: Spot (Up to 800m)
    Watts: 80w
    Lumens: 7200lm
    IP Rating: IP68
    - MRO-1318. | 3" 18w LED Driving Light Flush Mount (Reverse Lights)
    LED's: 6 x 3w CREE
    Beam Pattern: Spot
    Watts: 18w
    Lumens: 1620lm
    Amperage: 1.38A @ 12V DC
    IP Rating: IP67
    Tyres:
    General Grabber x3's
    235/85/R16
    Music: Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com/)
    Beach Memories - Sum Wave

ความคิดเห็น • 193

  • @DiverseDive...
    @DiverseDive... ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If i were to get myself a troopy, i would get a twin of this donkey

  • @Banjo1754
    @Banjo1754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great WalkAround ...
    I own a 2008 4.5l V8 VDJ79R with a 3700kg GVM UpGrade & weighs in at approx 3700kg all day every day ...

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahahaha all day everyday, best comment ever, weight is something we will never win the fight!!!

  • @koedoekalf
    @koedoekalf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice gedoen ...ek is besig met n 76 ..2009 om dit te herbou . Dankie vir al die tips . Sal graag net n rooftop tent wat meer hoogte het gebruik .

  • @johannvanschalkwyk2141
    @johannvanschalkwyk2141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video, thx for the info...

  • @NormanMoipolai
    @NormanMoipolai 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this👌👌

  • @leightonoc
    @leightonoc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Thank you.

  • @BernalilloGirl
    @BernalilloGirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was a terrific video. Thanks for the great tour. I can't wait to get back to Africa!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Marcia, I'm sure you are itching badly...

  • @HussainHH989
    @HussainHH989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello from Saudi Arabia
    I have the same landcruiser, I really loved the way that you organized your car, thanks for sharing that.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Hussein...

    • @user-ye1ub9mb6g
      @user-ye1ub9mb6g 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, I have a RHD Land Cruiser and was wondering if you ever saw a RHD vehicle in Saudi Arabia ? I wanted to go through your country after Iran but I have been warned about getting denied entry because RHD are forbidden in Saudi Arabia. Have you ever seen foreigners driving through the country and if so, any RHD ? Thank you

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey man, I'm not in Saudi Arabia, I'm far down south in South Africa, but here I have seen many many RHD vehicles, it wouldn't be an issue if you brought it here...

    • @user-ye1ub9mb6g
      @user-ye1ub9mb6g 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks for your reply :)
      I know about South Africa but Hussein said he was from Saudi Arabia so my question was aimed at him ^^
      Thank you though

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah I see, sorry I completely misread that comment, but all good, hope he replies 😎

  • @budgetoverlander682
    @budgetoverlander682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome rig!

  • @Leon-lp9fl
    @Leon-lp9fl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just happy listening to real sound advice by demonstrating it all. With your experience you must rate A good quality snorkel high. Thanks!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much, more over than a good snorkel, good fitment is the key...

  • @adrian41420
    @adrian41420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video and awesome rig. Keep up the good content 👌

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much Adrian 😁👌🏻

  • @raymondlogister6828
    @raymondlogister6828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great truck. Thank you for showing us.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      only a pleasure, glad you enjoyed it 👌🏻

  • @deanstevens5722
    @deanstevens5722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video as always..Like your new tent and 360 awning

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Dean, much appreciated...glad you enjoyed it!

  • @lian1824
    @lian1824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I Don't drive a cruiser but awesome honest review on all the gear, would have thumbs up'd it twice if I could. Great video. Subscribed.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words Lian, really appreciate it a lot and thanks for the subscribe!!! 🤟🏻

  • @rynoopperman5010
    @rynoopperman5010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice setup

  • @africaoverland
    @africaoverland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video Roland! Especially love the detail in the description. Keep at it.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much, hope it helps 🤙🏻

  • @shaungovender8269
    @shaungovender8269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Missed your awesome videos Bud🍻🍻

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Shane, more to come soon...

  • @johndiaz7240
    @johndiaz7240 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much , my favorite truck by far . Take care be safe , Merry Christmas.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you John, we love our donkey as well!!! Keep safe as well and enjoy 2021!!!

  • @adventuresoverland4x472
    @adventuresoverland4x472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes dude! what a set up!

  • @maher_world
    @maher_world 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoyed the full video wish u all the best

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks so much man, a lot of changes have happened since that was filmed 😎

  • @richardjute4947
    @richardjute4947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally this took forever! so happy its finally online! good on you 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to have kept you waiting, but thank you Richard 🤙🏻

  • @GetOutGO
    @GetOutGO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very comprehensive walk-around, that description, yoh! Nice one 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hahahaha thanks Chris, I know it was a huge one 🤣😂

  • @stephenhankey688
    @stephenhankey688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thought that was a great video, and your truck very well soughted, many thanks, Steve Manchester England 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much, a few more things are busy changing but all in all we are very happy with the setup currently. Thanks for the awesome feedback...

  • @JonkerAdventures
    @JonkerAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great rig man. I like the idea of the aerial on the front bumper

  • @markusschnepper4221
    @markusschnepper4221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Donkey is Awesome 👍👍👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Markus 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

  • @shimutwashiyenge8749
    @shimutwashiyenge8749 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love from Zambia

  • @magoo1uk2003
    @magoo1uk2003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great rig you have there I am 100% jelous 😉 thanks for sharing, watching from Scotland,uk 👍🏼

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Paul 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

  • @4WDG
    @4WDG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow such an awesome rig!!! One day...
    Cool channel!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks man, appreciation the comment!!!

  • @nealfarrell
    @nealfarrell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Viva The Donkey! 1st time I’ve see that style tent. Looks super spacious and comfy.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      it's a perfect addition to the vehicle, extremely happy with it...

  • @maxtravelfromitaly
    @maxtravelfromitaly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very nice the donkey, greetings from Italy

  • @madcat4563
    @madcat4563 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey I just saw the donkey fly by near the Hugenote toll gate. It was 11:30 3 January 2021.
    The funny thing is I told my Dad who ever sees a troopy first gets 100 points. Few minutes later the donkey whizzes past our 76. 😀

  • @supramarco6775
    @supramarco6775 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video and useful content. Thanks for sharing. Seems that other countries love it too. Looking forward to your future videos's.

  • @quentinfourie2173
    @quentinfourie2173 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mate, what an awesome setup. Thanks for sharing. I've watched your channel for a long time, and it is good to see that you have gone into the guiding self-drive. I wish you all the best & propserity. Hopefully, post COVID we can come over from Oz and do a self-drive with you. Keep up the awesome work.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Quentin, thanks so much mate! We've been doing guided safari's for quite some time, just not something i usually put on TH-cam. Covid has had a huge impact on the tours but it will come back eventually and we can start getting out and about again with tours. That would be amazing if you could join us on a tour one day, keep us posted and thanks so much for the awesome feedback and support!!!!

  • @michaelnugara1
    @michaelnugara1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's an incredible set-up but the two things I loved the most was those canvas organisers on the back door windows and that small slide table👍
    Don't know about the awning. It looks too cumbersome and heavy.
    Thanks for sharing👌

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Michael, the rear door storage is a complete win, we've actually just upgraded them to a new version. The awning we found was a bit much and are changing that too. It was awesome with the amount of shade it gave but a little tough to setup and pack up alone.
      Keep an eye on the channel, another rig walk around has to be done soon...

    • @michaelnugara1
      @michaelnugara1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica personally I would get the bush company xt 270 degree or hiowlng moon.
      Thanks
      Mick

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll soon have the new one added, going for something else, will show you guys soon 🤟🏻

  • @kylekardolus9345
    @kylekardolus9345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome vid! nice chatting to you the other evening at kleinbaai

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Kyle, was good to meet you as well, hope you joining us tomorrow for the 4x4 day?

    • @kylekardolus9345
      @kylekardolus9345 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica where and when? Didn't even know about it!!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      send me a DM on Instagram and I'll send you the details

  • @Hightop_troopcarrier
    @Hightop_troopcarrier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome set up! I have a high top 75 series troopy and one thing I'm surely doing is that dummy aerial to avoid hitting my roof, thanks for the advice

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      it's been a massive help, I don't need to "hope" I'll fit through, now I know I will or won't 🤟🏻

  • @ronwebb610
    @ronwebb610 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! Where did tou have the convas work done? The spare wheel cover is incredible! Much appreciated.

  • @terryoleary5424
    @terryoleary5424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Roland great walk around, lots of things I like on your rig . That awning is big but it would have to be the best I’ve seen, love gull wing windows and your kitchen setup, so much about camping is the kitchen and having a good quick easy to use kitchen is everything in my opinion. And solar power for days that’s awesome. Donkey s weight......... without you and your family 3010 kg oh and I love those storage bags on the rear doors smart smart smart , I’m going to look them up

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Terry, really appreciate the comment, close one on the weight, the storage bags are custom made by 4x4Assist based in JHB, they do ship country wide though... donkey weight 3180kg 🤟🏻

  • @DustandDieselOverlanding
    @DustandDieselOverlanding 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video mate!! Love the comment on the fuel - Perfect answer. Donkey's weight... 3100kg.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 thanks man, you are 80kg shy 🤙🏻

    • @DustandDieselOverlanding
      @DustandDieselOverlanding 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica so close.. Get out of the Donkey next time you weigh it. 😂

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had to actually, if I was over they said they would fine me even though I went voluntary, with me in it, donkey was over GVM 🤣😂

  • @garykos1308
    @garykos1308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like the antennae idea. Loved the "before" shower...lol. Fire Extinguisher? Thanks.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Gary, thanks thanks, hahahaha yes the shower was a bit primitive but it worked when alone 🤣😂, there are 3 fire extinguishers in the vehicle, one next to the driver seat, a fire stick/sticker on the shelf where the cameras are and another behind the driver seat in the pouches...

  • @greatsouthernoverland
    @greatsouthernoverland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have had a clam shell tent built in Sth Africa as well and just bought the bundutop tent...its brilliant:D perfect for Aussie conditions. Where can we get one of those tyre trash/carrier bags? Great looking rig fella!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words! Agreed those tents are amazing, super happy with ours! The wheel bags are made by a company in SA called 4x4Assist. They are based in Johannesburg...🤟🏻

  • @shanecullis895
    @shanecullis895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great channel and lots of good advice, thanks Roland. Can I ask where you got your rear door panel organizers? Looked on 4x4assists' website and nothing mentioned there.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Howdy Shane, they were from them, but he custom made them for me, just give Mark a call...

    • @shanecullis895
      @shanecullis895 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks Roland

  • @Wild-Man
    @Wild-Man 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Roland,i figure the Donkie is 3750kg give or take,love the setup.Watched all your videos of your buddys of Overlanding.Keep up and enjoy, i envy you guys...Cheers Lucas

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Lucas, he's not quite that heavy, at last weigh in he was 3180kg, he's also shed some since the terrain tamer install, so currently around 3100kg... 😎

  • @d7e7r7
    @d7e7r7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video, thanks for the walk-around. Is Donkey your daily driver or do you have another vehicle for town driving? Why do you have the pop-up tents if you have the rooftop tent?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey David, bit of a catch 22 answer, donkey used to be my daily driver yes, but after moving cities I've now got a bike as a daily. I do also have other vehicles. I carry the popups basically because we're a family of 4 and a half (half will be introduced to the channel in January) the rooftop sleeps 2 and the popups are for the other 2 people....

  • @BlaiseSamoy
    @BlaiseSamoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great and much waited walk-around! P.S: Who is this [bip] who put a thumb down?

  • @wetwaterfish
    @wetwaterfish 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where does one get those wheel arches for the troopy in SA?

  • @oliverbrompton3098
    @oliverbrompton3098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, thank you so much! Do you know the brand of the donkey tire bag? Do you recommend it? Best, Oliver

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Oliver, thanks mate! The tyre bag is made by 4x4Assist based in JHB...

  • @rahalati
    @rahalati 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoyed every bit of the walk around, very interesting for someone who is in the adventure like me @rahalati
    I liked the big net inside the car at the top at 28:25 , where to get such net and what is it called exactly to search for it on the net

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much @rahalati, it was actually a heavy duty cargo net, they're really not easy to come by. A friend of mine actually gave it to me and I ended up using it for my car instead 😎🤙🏻

  • @johnleaste828
    @johnleaste828 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please switch on image stabilisation for future videos? Nice Troopy and some good ideas here though.

  • @driescoetzee5328
    @driescoetzee5328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice walk around... Like the aerial idea... think the big girl is on gvm loaded. 3180kg..🤫🤫

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      100% on the weight guess, donkey though is male, can't be making this beast a girl 🤣😂

  • @fariascarlose
    @fariascarlose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice rig mate 👍🏼
    What kind the table do you use next yo the tire?
    Cheers

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are in the process of making a new one, details will be in a follow up video to come...

  • @oceansoverland
    @oceansoverland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Roland, great walkaround, just watched again since seeing it when first posted. Still amazed you're just under the GVM...it looks so much heavier with all the kit, especially with 80kg of extra fuel on the roof...I'm assuming they were full? I got weighed on a trip and was 3520kg. I've since reduced weight quite a bit by getting rid of unnecessary kit.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Vince, there really isn't much in the vehicle to be honest. Fuel though is not on a 1 to 1 ratio so the 80ltrs will be a bit less than 80kgs. They weren't full though at the time I weighed the vehicle. I had 1 tank full, the other empty and no one in the donkey at all, but with all the rest of the regular kit on him. With 2 people and all full I would definitely be over but not by much. I've actually been through my kit quite a bit and there is not much that I can actually remove.

    • @oceansoverland
      @oceansoverland 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica Ah, OK that makes sense. We all go through our kit reducing it where necessary but I'm at bare minimum now. My weight was two full fuel tanks, 50lt water plus some charcoal and wood in the roof box, two people with loads food and drink. Thanks for replying...have a great week.

  • @moritzfindt4001
    @moritzfindt4001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video!! Where did you get this kitchen gullwing from?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Moritz, they were custom made from Bushtech Aluminium Canopies in JHB, fourways, just off Cedar Road

  • @kavitabowry8831
    @kavitabowry8831 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great walkaround. The water tank looks like 50L or so. How much water do you carry when on a trip. Where we are we can regularly get river water for things like washing up and showers but in Southern Africa water usage must be more critical - do you have any insights on average usage and how you mange it on trips?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kavita, the tank is a 50ltr, you are correct! The average usage will depend on the trip length, the menu plan for the trip etc etc, it's hard to give an average but if i had to guess you could get away with about 5ltrs a day. There are not many rivers i would trust to fill from, not to mention the fact that our rivers have predators in them and if they don't the nasty in the water will get you.

  • @juanpinto3323
    @juanpinto3323 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The donkey is the 4.2 Diesel trust me

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, and he's very very much a donkey...👌🏻

  • @homesofafrica
    @homesofafrica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your explanation, really helpful. Where do you buy the tyre bag?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's from the guys at 4x4 Assist, you can just message them and they'll sort you out!!!

    • @homesofafrica
      @homesofafrica 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks 🙏🏻

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      no worries at all 😎👌🏻

  • @wtrlan
    @wtrlan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you had any legality issues with your spot lights? Although E rated spots are accepted in SA, some travelers have had issues with not only light bars, but with multi led spotlights, picking up fines in SA and Namibia. Enjoying your videos, keep up with the great channel!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Lance, sorry for only replying now, I was away for a bit! The lightbar is not road legal in SA but I've not had any trouble with it. In Namibia it's a R1000 as of the current date. Thanks for the kind words on the channel 🤟🏻

  • @Gothanza1
    @Gothanza1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome setup. I have a Nissan patrol that I have set up for overlanding. Question , I love the canvas pouches on the back door. How does it attach to the door frame and where can I get some of them? Thanks

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Izak, thanks so much for the comments, I feel your pain with fuel, something we share! The canvas pouches are attached with A. Velcro to the window and B. Riveted to the doorframe, only after 6 years is the velcro starting to slip, I plan to replace on 2021 anyway with a new colour scheme, so works out well...

    • @Gothanza1
      @Gothanza1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks for the reply. Yes fuel, the biggest expense when you plan a trip. But if you want the horses to run , you need to feed them. Another question....why did you choose the cyrix combined over a solenoid? I’m busy overhauling my dual battery system to victron but so far the start up charge was the part I thought about the least. So it’s interesting to see someone using a combined over a solenoid or a dc to dc charger (but you already have the victron
      Mppt so that would be overkill, but then there is the 100% charge capacity)

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Gothanza1 it's pretty simple really, so the cyrix charges both ways, so once my auxiliary is full the charge is then sent to my crank battery until full. So if I wake up on the morning and can't start my vehicle I wait an hour or 2 and it has been charged. The other benefit is the amp or passes to the batteries when driving, they have the 170Amph and the 220Amph, so depending on your alternator will depend on what you should get. I have the 220 and well it pumps my batteries when driving...

  • @nyausyaoc7207
    @nyausyaoc7207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You didn't talk about the engine mod. Did you add a turbo to the 1hz? Or did you change it out to hdt? I see the scoop and top mounted intercooler. Interested to know.
    Great walk around of the Donkey...

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Nyaus, I didn't cover it on this video as I did in the previous one about the donkey, it'll be a little further down in the videos on the channel. It was added to the vehicle before I purchased it. Still a 1Hz motor but not the usual dog slow one, low pressure turbo that takes the edge off pretty much...

    • @nyausyaoc7207
      @nyausyaoc7207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MyLifeinAfricaThanks, didn't know you'd covered it before. I'll go back and look for it. Keep up the great work. Cheers!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you man will do 🤙🏻

  • @fvlok
    @fvlok 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I spot a turbo on the 1HZ. You will be sorry about that in the long run. 🙂 It’s a 1TB now (Time Bomb)

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not at all, it's a great addition, I've had it in there 6 years now and not a days trouble, you need to manage it correctly and there will be no issue with it...

  • @R.E.HILL_
    @R.E.HILL_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice... That freezer, can it maintain -18 in 30C ambient?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it definitely can, I run mine at -18 usually and it always maintains the temperature without a hassle!!! 👌🏻

  • @effendielally3387
    @effendielally3387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Which garmin are you using on your dash? I have a Prado 120 and find the garmins too big for the dash!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Effendie, i have been meaning to reply to you but keep forgetting to check the model number, i went and had a look now and it is the Nuvi 2595, so nothing special but it works well...

  • @SeanBezuidenhout
    @SeanBezuidenhout 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Roland, some very lekker upgrades.
    Weight? 3.2?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Sean, you're almost right, 3180kg 🤟🏻

  • @heinrichvollgraaff5286
    @heinrichvollgraaff5286 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where did you buy the cargo net in the back? Want to use it in my canopy.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was actually a gift from the guys that do my canvas bags, 4x4Assist in JHB 🤟🏻

  • @oldgrumpy
    @oldgrumpy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, what engine you running in the troopy? And what mods are done to the engine?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Willie, it's a 1Hz, 4.2 straight 6, have an aftermarket turbo that's about the only mod to the engine, a low pressure turbo though so great for maintaining speed and that's about it hahahaha

  • @oupavideo
    @oupavideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    With a full load, I’d say you are at 3600kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      shooooooo not that heavy, someone further down here guessed it exactly 😜

  • @kreigerbushcraft79
    @kreigerbushcraft79 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Did you make the tire bag and tire table yourself?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kreiger, we made neither of them ourselves, you can however order both from our suppliers, 4x4 Assist does the canvas bags and other things and All in 4x4 does the tire tables, let me know if you want contact details?

  • @richardevans2534
    @richardevans2534 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vehicle. Do you have a weblink for the canvas stuff as I also have a 78 troopie

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Richard, 4x4assist.co.za will get you on contact with Mark who does our canvas work for us 🤙🏻

    • @richardevans2534
      @richardevans2534 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica many thanks.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@richardevans2534 no worries at all 😎🤟🏻

  • @victorburzlaff9380
    @victorburzlaff9380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3200kg must be on or just under legal GVM - Nice walk around, but the table supplier is not listed not is it named. Please share more on your tyre table.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very very close guess there, there will be a new one coming soon, this particular one is not made anymore. BushGearSA are in the process of making a new and improved version.... almost spot on with the weight...

  • @jonathanneethling
    @jonathanneethling ปีที่แล้ว

    How much has this changed ? Specifically the victron | electronics…

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not by a lot, just changed the panels and 1 or 2 other things since this video...

    • @jonathanneethling
      @jonathanneethling ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica - I jumped the gun. I saw you did a recap video later on: thanks for answering me.

  • @TheCandyman351
    @TheCandyman351 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3400 kg

  • @sajidskii511
    @sajidskii511 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    4 tons

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Quite a bit off there, he was 3120kg at the time of that video if memory serves correct!

  • @heinrichvollgraaff5286
    @heinrichvollgraaff5286 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Weight when loaded for a trip i would say 3150-3200kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Trip packed we are a little heavier but as he stands there 3180kg...

    • @peters2860
      @peters2860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica All fuelled (tanks&cans) up? Fuel alone inc cans will be closer to 280kg.... & Happy XMas btw :-)

  • @Photoshop-Phreak
    @Photoshop-Phreak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful rig! What’s the rationale for using the RTT as opposed to a pop-up roof conversion? I’ve always thought the primary advantage of a troopy is the ability to create a live-in vehicle with the conversion. Particularly with the shortage of troopies in SA, I’d think it would be more cost effective to get a 76 or 79 if one didn’t want to chop the roof.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well the big thing in SA is cost, at 100k +/- for a roof conversion it's all definitely cheaper doing the RTT compared to a full conversion. Not to say we are not looking at it, but right now it doesn't make sense. Currently I need a 4 person sleeper, the roof conversion would not provide this for me. Something once the young ones are on their own path for sure though...I hope that makes sense 😎

  • @rududuplessis2907
    @rududuplessis2907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3500kg

  • @madcat4563
    @madcat4563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that roof net from tauro?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi there, no it's actually heavy duty pool netting

  • @ernestndlovu3284
    @ernestndlovu3284 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Roland it's Ernest again can you please let me know if you have stock and price list please

  • @qswedasf
    @qswedasf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Average of 6km/L is actually not that bad considering all the equipment and extra weight over factory.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      anything I consider on a 70 from 4.5ltrs is a winner

    • @qswedasf
      @qswedasf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica What average speed do you normally do when doing tar highway?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      normally about 100-110kmph and that's GPS speed, I generally do not drive faster than that!

    • @qswedasf
      @qswedasf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica Nice

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      slow and steady wins the race 🤪

  • @BlaiseSamoy
    @BlaiseSamoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Donkey weight? 3,400!🥵😂

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahahaha no ways, he's 3180kg but good guess 👌🏻

  • @kevinlouwrens2756
    @kevinlouwrens2756 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4000kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's way way way over 🤣😂

  • @carlwortmann4143
    @carlwortmann4143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Guessing weight equivalent to about 16-17 actual donkeys..

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hahahahahaha you win the Internet for this one 🤣😂

  • @rohanscott6813
    @rohanscott6813 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3450kg?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      he's heavy but not that heavy...🤟🏻

  • @Bakgat777
    @Bakgat777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Donkey weight? my guess 3,199kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Super super close guess...🤙🏻

  • @duanemoller478
    @duanemoller478 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3145 kg 😜

  • @nonofowamotlhaping3606
    @nonofowamotlhaping3606 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    With a full load, I’d say you are at 3000kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are close, but not right 🤣😂

    • @nonofowamotlhaping3606
      @nonofowamotlhaping3606 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyLifeinAfrica then you are over GVM and uprated the rig.

  • @richisafrika4759
    @richisafrika4759 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3400 kg...😏