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Thanks!

@@bekkiebeans6004 It's real! I only really noticed the detail of the reflection when looking at the photos afterwards.

@@overlandersa Really a fantastic piece of video that, never seen anything so clear before .

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Ons kan so maak, maar is bietjie onseker hoe ons gaan kontak maak want ek skat nie een van ons is bereid om 'n email of telefoon nommer so publiek te deel nie? Enige voorstelle?

@@overlandersa Ek het my foon nommer gestuur. Het jy dit dalk verwyder?

@@african7498 Nee, nie gekry nie

Thanks - having to charge through sea water was way outside our comfort zone too! It is also a testament to the rust proofing on modern vehicles as we never had a rust problem. Glad you're enjoying the videos.

@@overlandersa I am considering a ranger. The XLT model, soon I will give it a go like you! Stay safe

​@@craigdarocha7619I've been very happy with mine. Hope you will be too.

I think I would do the same again, because then you are ready for all eventualities, including staying put without driving for several days. I had the solar panels, because in my previous setup I needed them. What I would recommend is buying the National Luna DC charger (which includes the solar input anyway). Then you can add the solar panels later, if driving proves to be insufficient.

@@overlandersa thank you, sounds like a plan. I assume the lithium battery can be used to start engine if there is failure of your primary battery?

​@@martinbotha1186I think it would depend on the specs of the specific lithium battery. High current applications like starting is not necessarily their strength, so it would be best to ask before buying. Another factor is that many of them don't like heat. I was specifically warned not to install mine in the engine bay, but that was a relatively cheap one, so others may be more heat resistant. So again, it would be best to enquire when purchasing.

It is a Gimpro door mount and you can buy directly from the manufacturer. gimprogear.com/product-category/door-mounts

Got it, never knew they 45 minutes away from me. Thank you

Thanks!

I guess you'll have to watch that episode to see... :-) No, we didn't eat where the lions could see us.

Yes, it is indeed beautiful. I join you in a prayer that God will bless Zimbabwe.

Baie dankie

Thanks!

Yes, we're booked to go again next April. It's just so difficult to get availability these days.

@@overlandersa Covid got many people camping now. Even at Kruger, it’s getting difficult to just get up and go. You gotta plan in advanced.

@@SoftCampingSouthAfrica Yep

"OOM" says thank you.

I'm glad! Thanks for the encouragement.

This would have been a Canon R6 with the RF 100-500mm lens. And a few shots with an old GoPro.

As I understand it the Kwando Core Area forms part of the Bwabwata national park. The greater Bwabwata park has different areas with different levels of protection, e.g. livestock can graze in some areas. A "core" area has the level of protection you would expect of a national park. The Kwando area has controlled access with a gate where you buy a permit to enter. For accommodation options you can look on the Tracks4Africa website where they have an interactive map. Hope this helps.

No problem. It's called Flip 'n Braai - www.flipnbraai.co.za

Thank you for the encouragement! The cub boxes we have were made by Frontrunner. You should be able to get them from most of the major 4x4 outlets.

Absolutely! It was very interesting how many people on extended trips we met along the way.

Absolutely! (I assume it is the 4x4 version?) If a Ford can do it, a Hilux will also be able 😁

Thank you! Yes, it was quite a sighting and a privilege to sit there all alone with the lions.

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.

Thank you, I really appreciate your comment!

Thank you! You too!

It really was! Thanks for watching.

Thanks for taking the trouble to answer - that is very good to know.

Thank you! We got our dashboard cover directly from Takla. Their covers are vehicle specific, for example the Wildtrak and XLT covers are different, because the dash is slightly different.

Yes, indeed

Thank you! I'm glad you found it to be helpful. Enjoy the camping!

Thank you! 😊

The thing is that we were there in November, right at the end of the dry season and encountered thousands of elephants in Hwange. I think we saw more elephants than any other single species!

We added a bit of foam rubber around the tailgate and the Alu-Cab canopy has a pressure equalisation vent. Between the two we had very little dust ingress

It is the 2l Bi-turbo diesel.

Thanks! Yes, I was also very pleasantly surprised. I think it is the combo of factors: 40A charger, large capacity (150ah) + lithium battery that worked so well.

Hi, yes I did get the fuel gauge re-calibrated. It was the first one my local agent did, so they first had to find out how to do it, but once they found out it was a less than 5 minute job. They plug a laptop into the vehicle, go to vehicle setup and then enter the size of the new tank along with the ARB part number. After that the fuel gauge and range estimates automatically work correctly. After filling up range would be something like 1400kms. They do not do anything to the fuel tank itself - the floater arm is already replaced as part of the tank installation. I do not notice any additional leaning with a full tank. The tank is very nice, but expensive. On my previous vehicle I went the aux fuel tank route which then gravity fed into the regular fuel tank. That also worked, but the range and fuel gauge was inaccurate from full to about the 3/4 level. The reason I did not go that route again was because the new Ranger has a lot of additional chassis bracing running through where the aux tank used to go, the aux option available when I installed was actually 3 separate aux tanks and that felt a bit too much extra piping etc. It would be cheaper though. But on balance I am very happy with the ARB tank - after a while you forget how much you paid for it and it is a quality product. You can look at some of their testing videos on their website.

Thank you for your feedback I also looked at the other options above the spare wheel but as you said 3 separate tanks and wanted a better system. It is expensive but worth it so will be fitting onto my new wildtrak X

The alloy wheels worked just fine. Since starting overlanding more than 20 years ago I've always just used the standard OEM rims and so far never had a problem. I've never had additional fuel filters, but I do see their value. I would not consider it a must have unless you refuel from informal fuel sellers, which I have never had to do, because I like fitting a long-range fuel tank and to carry quite a lot of fuel. I think fuel quality at branded filling stations in Southern Africa have improved a lot, so if you only refuel from them you should be OK. But I don't see a downside to fitting an additional filter - I've just not done so.

Thanks - I appreciate the encouragement!

Thanks! We did consider the carry bag for the FR chairs but ended up deciding against it. I can't say that I missed them. Interestingly, we also took along a hammock which my wife used quite a lot. I'll definitely look into the windscreen for the Jetboil. Do you know who stocks them? I agree on the peace of mind with a 2nd spare. Thanks for your comprehensive comments!

@overlandersa Emile the windshield is made by 360° and is got it from Outdoor Warehouse. Cape Union Mart might have too. Do note, the windshield is light aluminium. Just find a way to s3cure it around your jetboil.

​@@seanfrench1029Thanks!

Wie's jou oom? :-) Ek voel nie soos 'n oom nie! We did go to Kafue and enjoyed it a lot, except for the tsetse flies. See episode 2 of the series ruclips.net/video/aZW5uTxnEmM/видео.htmlsi=p5-tJEbSZ45Fxuc3 Regards

Hi, thanks for the compliment! The aux battery is in a removable battery box on the left of the drawer system under the canopy side box. I would definitely buy the Ranger again. I honestly think it is currently the best value for money and nicest features among the major brands (I had Hiluxes before so it is not a brand loyalty thing). I would probably go for the 2l again as in normal use it should be lighter on fuel than the V6. There is also the price difference... However, I would also look at the Wildtrak X, because it has some nice features and offroad suspension.

Ja, as mens so baie kamp moet dit maar liefs gerieflik wees!

Thanks, that's the idea. Glad to hear that it does help.

I'll check and let you know.

Hi, the tent is not currently on the vehicle, so I measured the distance between the ground and the bottom of the hoist we use to take the tent on and off. That distance is 232cm and then there is about 10 to 15 cm clearance to the bottom of the hoist. This is without the load bars on the tent and note that our vehicle is not lifted. But our current setup should fit into your garage. Regards

@@overlandersa Thank you for that info, it is very helpfull and I appreciate your time on it. Great channel and I have been subscribed for many months. Dankie julle.

Yes indeed, that is one of the benefits of Ford's built-in navigation in the Rangers and Everests - at least on the SA models. The navigation is a combination of T4A and another supplier, with full T4A points of interest. The routes and waypoints that are supplied by T4A are often marked with a little T4A logo. I really don't know why Ford doesn't make more of this in their marketing.

Interesting, thanks for that. I’ve got a Next Gen Everest and wasn’t aware!

They are called Flip 'n Braai. flipnbraai.co.za/ They are in Cape Town, but you can order online as well. And thank you for the compliment!