Just binging a bit before work 😆 🤣 😂 by work I mean research for the documentary, writing articles, outlines etc. Enjoy these short trips. We did similar short trips like traveling up the East coast this past summer. Swimming & surfing along the way.
Down to at least 15psi for deep sand. You may need 10psi on the beaches in South Australia. Use auto on big dune ascents, not manual mode and you must turn off the stability control. Use manual mode low range on steep descents like in the high country otherwise you rarely need to use it.
Thanks for sharing your tire pressure changes and experiences with the AT and traction control . I too have a new Gladiator Overland model I'm learning to drive. Please do continue to share your vehicle set up as you encounter these varying track conditions, it's ever so helpful. Cheers from Central FL USA.
~19 min: We have bees come through like that. It’s what they do when the hive splits. A second queen takes part of the hive and they’ll “rest” like that until they find a new home. Ours are typically very docile while on the move as they haven’t invested energy in building a hive.
If you want to do more dune driving, I'd highly recommend the dunes between Beachport and Robe in SA. It's a nice 2 day trip through there with amazing sand trails and dunes.
The lizard you showed as a blue tongue is related to the Bluetongue but better known as a Bobtail Lizard. And the grasstree better knowm as the Blackboy, but I don't think we're allowed to say that anymore but between us privately we do.
Great video once again Dan. My only comment would be your tyre pressures - I believe, similar to others on here that it's way too high. As a start if the sand is not too soft drop to around 20 psi and then go lower from there. At 16:30 where you're climbing the big dune you'd do a lot better at 15 psi. We crossed the Simpson in August this year with a convoy of 6 Jeeps (JK, JL, JT, WK2) and were all at 20 psi or lower depending on the conditions and we had no problems and didn't get stuck.
Great adventure videos Dan, also great wildlife and fauna shots/info! Keep it up. And Kudos to your cameraWoman for some of the off road action shots. You gotta introduce her if she’s up to it. Enjoy and stay safe !
for dune climbs.. try low range, start in 2nd then shift up to 3rd.. rear locker (and maybe front if needed).. really need to keep it smooth and constant.
oh yeah depending on weight of the truck.. most E rated tires start Cupping at about 15psi which is ok, so some severe sand places such as deep beach sand North Carolina we go to 10psi, its ok for deep sand but air pack up to at least 15psi on any harder stuff. get through the climb air up a bit and carry on.
There’s very little extreme driving in Australia. You only have to look at the vehicles on the road.. Most sand and beaches are easy. The worst we have are deep ruts and big holes. There is no rock climbing.
Have you ever done a video about drones? What to look for when buying, how to use, video editing software, editing tips & tricks? If not you should! I liking seeing the Oz we don't usually see here in the States. Thanks for showing it!
Hi Dave, I have not done any videos on the camera gear I use.. and to be honest I'm new to drones, so I'm far from an expert! Maybe some day down the road.
I’m running Nitto Trail Grapplers on my Gladiator and they are good down to 15lbs. I bet yours would do the same without issue. Especially in sand. I love your videos Sub’d for life!
I am going to cross The Simpson too just waiting for a good season now. Call me if you want me to join your convoy in a Nissan Patrol with a car top tent. Cheese!
Great video. I like the addition of the local flora and fauna. Very interesting. Does your truck have the offroad Plus button? I wonder how that computer mode would do in the sand.
I'm running 12 PSi in the sand unladen and 30 on the road, suits my 315/70/17 well on the Gladiator. Make sure TC/ESC is off (hold for 5 secs) . Mine flies up everything and anything.
Fun video Dan. Love the 4wd footage. I hope your already looking toward a book, as I will be looking forward to it!👍 How do you feel the Gladiator compares of road, to your JKU?
You need to air your tyres down a LOT more for soft sand. Look at what your tyres are doing at 4:30. Bouncing up and down. Which buggers the track for everyone following you, because they turn into scollops and then eventually 'wombat holes'. Just drop them straight to 15 or 16PSI. If you get stuck on those pressures, you still have room to go down to 10 or 12PSI. But 26 PSI like you were running at 4:30 is way too high.
I’ve run as low as 12-14 PSI in rocks, sand, and mud it also matters how many plies are in your tires and how much bead you have holding it onto the rim. (10 Ply TSL or Toyo MT vs an All Terrain) I think 14-15 PSI is pretty safe as long as your vigilant on the throttle and side loads. Question: Do you know if ARB in Australia has released an Old Man Emu kit for the JT? I know they’re pretty good about offering different spring weights based on the vehicle setup.
It depends on the park and the state. I know in NSW you can apply in advance to be allowed to fly a drone, with varying degrees of success depending on how busy the park is.
@@KarlEller yes, can be confusing. Generally National Parks are a no and State Parks and State Forests are OK but some states will give permission - I know that WA are fine as long as you ask permission. But in Victoria (Big Desert), it's definitely a no.
That's a swarm, not a nest yet. Happens when the queen dies or a second queen is hatched or shows up on the scene, or when their hive/nest is destroyed somehow. Very cool though.
I watched the episode where you talked about your bat wing awning. I do have a question as I have seen people that are disappointed in its performance in windy conditions, especially when setting up and taking down. What are your thoughts?
Hot, dry and dusty? About what percentage of Australia does that apply to? From looking on the map I'd say anything not on the coast could be called hot, dry, and/or dusty. You could say the same about large parts of the US, too.
Australia is the driest inhabited continent in the world; 70% of it is either arid or semi arid land, compared to the USA which is considered to be 32% arid or semi arid land. Sources are from the UN, and Aus Dept. of Agriculture.
Don't you get any warning messages on, when you air down? And the display keeps showing all the information as it should, or you loose some due to the warning message of low tire pressure?
@@TheRoadChoseMe Lucky you! Unfortunately mine keeps the "Christmas Tree decoration" waiting to see the recommender pressure again. Thank you for the reply. Happy Holidays.
Doesn't seem at all strange. As a matter of fact, you could have pretty much filmed that in my part of Florida and most people wouldn't know much different. Looks very similar. Great, fun video though.
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Just binging a bit before work 😆 🤣 😂 by work I mean research for the documentary, writing articles, outlines etc. Enjoy these short trips. We did similar short trips like traveling up the East coast this past summer. Swimming & surfing along the way.
Very interesting, can’t wait for what’s next. Your friend in Pennsylvania (USA) Bob
Down to at least 15psi for deep sand. You may need 10psi on the beaches in South Australia. Use auto on big dune ascents, not manual mode and you must turn off the stability control. Use manual mode low range on steep descents like in the high country otherwise you rarely need to use it.
Realy nice track.
Cheers to bolth of you. 🍺&🍷
As a desert person, I super appreciate the wide open spaces in this video. I suspect Australia would be my kind of place.
Thanks for sharing your tire pressure changes and experiences with the AT and traction control . I too have a new Gladiator Overland model I'm learning to drive. Please do continue to share your vehicle set up as you encounter these varying track conditions, it's ever so helpful. Cheers from Central FL USA.
Dan, I like how that front bumper fits up to the fenders!
Yep, it's really nice
I like the unusual wildlife with explanation.
~19 min: We have bees come through like that. It’s what they do when the hive splits. A second queen takes part of the hive and they’ll “rest” like that until they find a new home. Ours are typically very docile while on the move as they haven’t invested energy in building a hive.
Love the new format of videos.
Those skies are gorgeous!
Very cool Dan . That long wheel base is interesting, can’t wait to see more of how it travels. I also look forward to your Australian journey
Absolutely love it man! Thanks for taking the time to make these videos! Greatly appreciate it! Have a great day man!
Thanks! You too!
Nice video mate
Appreciate you showing where you are on the bonnet map. That engine sounds sweet reffing it to get through.
Amazing. Makes me wanna get out and camp. Safe travels 🤙🏼
Loving the Victorian content. Hopefully you do more.
I'm aiming for the High Country next!
@@TheRoadChoseMe if you're in Echuca/Moama area I'll keep a lookout for you ;)
@@TheRoadChoseMe Blue rag range track is quite a famous and beautiful track in the high country
I can’t wait till you get to nsw !!!
Lots of great 4WD footage. Fun!
If you want to do more dune driving, I'd highly recommend the dunes between Beachport and Robe in SA. It's a nice 2 day trip through there with amazing sand trails and dunes.
Love this video Dan!
The lizard you showed as a blue tongue is related to the Bluetongue but better known as a Bobtail Lizard. And the grasstree better knowm as the Blackboy, but I don't think we're allowed to say that anymore but between us privately we do.
Right on time with a new video!
Great video once again Dan. My only comment would be your tyre pressures - I believe, similar to others on here that it's way too high. As a start if the sand is not too soft drop to around 20 psi and then go lower from there. At 16:30 where you're climbing the big dune you'd do a lot better at 15 psi. We crossed the Simpson in August this year with a convoy of 6 Jeeps (JK, JL, JT, WK2) and were all at 20 psi or lower depending on the conditions and we had no problems and didn't get stuck.
Thanks! I certainly will go to 15 and then see what happens!
Great adventure videos Dan, also great wildlife and fauna shots/info! Keep it up. And Kudos to your cameraWoman for some of the off road action shots. You gotta introduce her if she’s up to it. Enjoy and stay safe !
for dune climbs.. try low range, start in 2nd then shift up to 3rd.. rear locker (and maybe front if needed).. really need to keep it smooth and constant.
oh yeah depending on weight of the truck.. most E rated tires start Cupping at about 15psi which is ok, so some severe sand places such as deep beach sand North Carolina we go to 10psi, its ok for deep sand but air pack up to at least 15psi on any harder stuff. get through the climb air up a bit and carry on.
In low range even 5th gear I just don't have enough speed to climb something like that...
Hey Dan, good stuff and keep going. That lizard was fairly rough skinned and a stumpy tail, so I reckon it was a shingleback, not a blue tongue.
There’s very little extreme driving in Australia. You only have to look at the vehicles on the road..
Most sand and beaches are easy. The worst we have are deep ruts and big holes. There is no rock climbing.
Thumbs up!👍
Have you ever done a video about drones? What to look for when buying, how to use, video editing software, editing tips & tricks? If not you should!
I liking seeing the Oz we don't usually see here in the States. Thanks for showing it!
Hi Dave, I have not done any videos on the camera gear I use.. and to be honest I'm new to drones, so I'm far from an expert!
Maybe some day down the road.
@@TheRoadChoseMe What drone are you using for you videos now? It seems to be pretty good.
It's a Mavic Mini, really easy to fly and works well - it's tiny, so it doesn't like high winds.
@@TheRoadChoseMe I'll have to look into it. Thanks.
I’m running Nitto Trail Grapplers on my Gladiator and they are good down to 15lbs. I bet yours would do the same without issue. Especially in sand. I love your videos Sub’d for life!
Nice!
I am going to cross The Simpson too just waiting for a good season now. Call me if you want me to join your convoy in a Nissan Patrol with a car top tent. Cheese!
Great video. I like the addition of the local flora and fauna. Very interesting. Does your truck have the offroad Plus button? I wonder how that computer mode would do in the sand.
Yes it does!
I feel like we need some background on Katie. :)
In deep sand you should Always use low gear to keep lower temperatures in the auto transmission you have 8 gears in that auto so no problem with rpm.
I'm running 12 PSi in the sand unladen and 30 on the road, suits my 315/70/17 well on the Gladiator. Make sure TC/ESC is off (hold for 5 secs) . Mine flies up everything and anything.
Fun video Dan. Love the 4wd footage. I hope your already looking toward a book, as I will be looking forward to it!👍
How do you feel the Gladiator compares of road, to your JKU?
Brutal
You need to air your tyres down a LOT more for soft sand. Look at what your tyres are doing at 4:30. Bouncing up and down. Which buggers the track for everyone following you, because they turn into scollops and then eventually 'wombat holes'. Just drop them straight to 15 or 16PSI. If you get stuck on those pressures, you still have room to go down to 10 or 12PSI. But 26 PSI like you were running at 4:30 is way too high.
I’ve run as low as 12-14 PSI in rocks, sand, and mud it also matters how many plies are in your tires and how much bead you have holding it onto the rim. (10 Ply TSL or Toyo MT vs an All Terrain) I think 14-15 PSI is pretty safe as long as your vigilant on the throttle and side loads.
Question: Do you know if ARB in Australia has released an Old Man Emu kit for the JT? I know they’re pretty good about offering different spring weights based on the vehicle setup.
They still have nothing for the JT - I've asked a few times now impatiently
Dan, i’m just curious which steel wheels you obtained in Australia. The aluminum wheels really are impractical.
These are actually the mopar spare for the Gladiator. Any dealer can get them for you.
Another great episode. FYI - it's illegal to fly a drone in National Parks in Australia so be careful if you plan to do more overhead filming.
It depends on the park and the state. I know in NSW you can apply in advance to be allowed to fly a drone, with varying degrees of success depending on how busy the park is.
@@KarlEller yes, can be confusing. Generally National Parks are a no and State Parks and State Forests are OK but some states will give permission - I know that WA are fine as long as you ask permission. But in Victoria (Big Desert), it's definitely a no.
@@KOTW.Adventures It constantly infuriates me that NATIONAL parks are not national or uniform in their rules 😡
That's a swarm, not a nest yet. Happens when the queen dies or a second queen is hatched or shows up on the scene, or when their hive/nest is destroyed somehow. Very cool though.
You can air down FAR lower than that. Unless you're very loaded down, going fast or crossing big rocks, 15 psi should be no problem.
I watched the episode where you talked about your bat wing awning. I do have a question as I have seen people that are disappointed in its performance in windy conditions, especially when setting up and taking down. What are your thoughts?
I make sure to peg it out always, and have not had a problem.
Those bees apear to be swarming meaning they are getting ready to move to a new hive site
just a question mate.. where do you guys go for nature calls? find public toilets or carry your own portable ones?
The shovel was used basically every day!
Hot, dry and dusty? About what percentage of Australia does that apply to? From looking on the map I'd say anything not on the coast could be called hot, dry, and/or dusty. You could say the same about large parts of the US, too.
Australia is the driest inhabited continent in the world; 70% of it is either arid or semi arid land, compared to the USA which is considered to be 32% arid or semi arid land.
Sources are from the UN, and Aus Dept. of Agriculture.
Dan, any good creepie-crawlies?
Nothing much so far, I'll be sure to film whatever I see!
Don't you get any warning messages on, when you air down? And the display keeps showing all the information as it should, or you loose some due to the warning message of low tire pressure?
The low tire warning comes up, and you can just press on button to make it go away, and all the regular info is back on the screen
@@TheRoadChoseMe Lucky you! Unfortunately mine keeps the "Christmas Tree decoration" waiting to see the recommender pressure again. Thank you for the reply. Happy Holidays.
Great video - More Katie the Hottie!
enjoying. life
13:50 - Black Boys ! , Xanthorrhoea australis
get yourself an ARB tire deflator it’s money worth spending
Not for me. More gadgets to carry around means more things to store, move around, clean, maintain and keep track off. Less is more!
was it hard
Doesn't seem at all strange.
As a matter of fact, you could have pretty much filmed that in my part of Florida and most people wouldn't know much different. Looks very similar.
Great, fun video though.
Please be aware of the locals when you mark places