Just bought my first 4WD this week for my 30th after saving for almost 7 years. A dream trip for me is a Cape York or Fraser Island trip, can't wait to get out there!!
Havenalready done some light wheeling with both. The XJ cherokee was my daily so I didn't wanna beat too hard on it. Now that I have the new one I can use it for light family wheeling and use the xj for bouncing off rocks and trees lol. The onky downside is the cherokee suffers from heat soak really bad in the summer
Did a 6mnth solo trip with tent and standard old 4by last year, went to the supermarket only once a month to get fresh fruit/veg etc , rest of time relied on staples, flour, powdered milk, coffee, pasta, honey, eggs rice, dried veg, canned food, and frozen meat I froze in portions before going on trip! Advice, live simply, you don't need the Tim Tams or Choccies, makes pancakes instead! You can always get fresh bread and milk at a servo if you desire! The most important thing to do on a trip is make sure you check your vehicle each morning before taking off, it is just so important! Don't be afraid to camp off the beaten path, you hardly meet any weirdo's as you find out they are all doing the same as you!! LOL
At 57 years young, I am finally going to do this after watching you guys inspire me. The whole of Australia is my favourite point, as I need to get out of Sydney!!
Hey mate, for further inspiration my wife and I at 55 have been on the road for just on a year now. Work has been a constant and am living out of our 13ft van whilst staying in van parks and showgrounds. Whether working and travelling or just travelling there is so much to see. Left Sydney in 2004, lived in NQ for quite a bit and met my wife in Tas 7rs back. We've met plenty of people travelling on their own in all sorts of set ups. Safe travelling:)
Leaving 1st if july, 4 weeks up the cape, 3 weeks in arhnem land, 3 weeks up the Kimberly, 12 weeks down the west coast 8 weeks across SA, 4 weeks on tas, 4 weeks in the high country then head home. 24 days and counting.
Love ya boys, I’m traveling around aus atm at 18 😂. Got a Hilux and pretty broke but I’m still doing it. Make the most of life, you only live once and life is short. Hope to see ya round
@@JonnyRingo313 yeh mate, love the outdoors and exploring what Australia has to offer, from the desert to the oceans and the bush to the mountains, you’ll see me in all of em 🤙👍😂
Nothing wrong with a hilux man! I'm 30 haven't been travelling yet but cannot wait to! Be glad to do it while you're still so young , Australia is beautiful no matter what car you have to travel across it :)
We started watching 4wd-24/7 when my wife was in labour June 2023, we’ve watched the channel every night since, 2 months ago we took our Highlander out 4wd’ing, just because we couldn’t wait any longer, just last week we bought a dedicated off-road 4x4, and we can’t wait to get out and the tracks in Auckland, NZ. The baby also loves watching Graham steel the beers from the cooler! 😂
Californian here, my dream trip is from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina. I reckon I'll do it in 10 years time when my son turns 18. It'll be a hell of an experience for both of us.
I traveled Australia as a backpacker. Started in WA and drove all the way to port Douglas and did it in a Mitsubishi pajero. Super basic setup with a roof rack, awning, swag(which was awesome to sleep in), simple dual batter system to run a fridge,a good set of tires and the basic tools to get out in the bush.. compressor for airing up and cleaning the swag out. Most important is having a good attitude and trying not to rush, Take more breaks and enjoy.
Last time you boys asked what the dream trip was, I put down dirk hartog island! Now I'm 2 days off leaving to head up there, 6 weeks along the Coral Coast. Can't bloody wait.
Planning my first Moreton trip. 120 V6 with 400k on it, fridge and swag. Going with my brother who lost his son a year ago. Giving us something to look forward to.
I just recently retired and I’ve always wanted to do the Mary river Trail. I’ve just done my first trip up to the golf of Queensland and about to travel down to outback Queensland back tothe Gol coast. Not caravanning just a tourer setup with rooftop tent. Haven’t done any touring because of work and kids so now here I come.
I live in Geelong and bought my first ever 4X4 14 months ago , I picked up a PX2 Ford ranger XLT with factory rear diff locker and towbar along with Ironman branded bull bar, snorkel, electric brake controller and canopy already fitted by the first and previous company owner used for their Needs with elders going out to various farms etc. after I get a winch fitted into the Bull Bar I'm wanting to do some fairly easy 4WD tracks locally on weekends to start getting the feel what a 4wd can do before I start tackling more advanced tracks like the victoria high country etc.
Great show guys. I love how you cover topics that are realistic and useful to everyday 4wders. In light of that person saying they’re concerned about damaging their vehicle again, could you please do a show on how to be gentle on your vehicle. EG: 1:easing off the throttle when coming down from a wheel lift, to avoid snapping CV’s. 2: Lifting the foot off the brake before hitting a washout, to allow the suspension to rise back up so it can soak up the bump. 3: Line selection. I was amazed when crossing the Simpson how many people were bouncing around in chopped out ruts, whereas it was a lot smoother just one tyre width either side. Also, a mention of cleaning up after ourselves and keeping the bush clean, on each episode would be great. Thanks guys. 👍
Sadly my disability is stopping me. I was an avid off roader before becoming disabled/homebound. I live in Colorado with awesome trails just minutes away, but they are only views out my backdoor. I'm doing my best to beat an incurable nerve disorder, Full Body CRPS and Dercums Disease, with my team of Drs and my incredible wife. Hopefully one day I can handle the pain. Much love guys! I live through y'all's trips. ❤
Heading to the Simmo in 2weeks. My daughter and I FLYING SOLO. Permits are done, meals are frozen, 200 is ready. Hay River to Poepal CRN, French Line to Mt Dare, Bins Track and Madigan Line to Eyre CK, out via Big Red and Birdsville to Betoota. Gympie to Gympie 16 days. Bring it on.
Kimberly Coast! I remember from 45 years ago visiting as a kid, and the amazement of the caves full of bats, the completely untouched environment, the rock art we found, the sketchiness of following the directions we got from locals, and the wonderment of the remoteness! Dad borrowed an old (even at the time!) 2 door landrover and "we just went". I'd love to drag my 200 series out to retrace our steps :-)
U.S.A. here. Great video, great advice. My dream trip would be a proper Alaska off road driving adventure. I live in SC currently, but have taken a vacation to AK before. I would like to have a vehicle that is capable of handling AK, but it requires a serious rig. I have a F250 Super Duty I use for my business, but I may build it up in a couple years to be able to handle AK. 37-38in tires, twin lockers, winch, snorkel, and all the common protection. One piece of advice for a trip like you're talking about...... Bring a survival kit. Cover the basics..... magnesium bar, good camp knife, tarp, space blanket, something for water filtration/purification, and a whistle. When I do my off road trips I bring a "vehicle survival kit" and a personal survival kit. I basically treat my trips as if I were backpacking, but taking a vehicle. Anything I can bring beyond the backpacking level is honestly a bonus for luxury. The backpacking gear is all the must have gear.
Went out on a limb in march. From Victoria dreamt of doing the Kimberley. Stopped in Karratha at the moment working. Done a good nullabour Esperance trip. Stopped and worked. Then done then part of the west coast and karigini. Just me and the dog. Best decision I’ve ever made!
I love camping solo! I used to rely on my friends to be my motivation to get out. I moved about 9 hours away from all of my friends. I realized, it was the trip that made the trip worth having. You drink less alcohol and have more money for fuel. This means you get to enjoy it more and remember the little things better.
10 years ago my (now) wife and I did a trip from Perth to Darwin and the Kimberley and the Dampier Peninsula are on our TOP list quite high. now we'd love to show it to our kids, although it is quite some distance from Germany to get there...
Ripper episode guys. I started my adventures in a RN105 dual cab Hilux 2.4L petrol/gas. It had a small lift on split rims & flimsy bull bar. I added lights (a must in my book), UHF, 2nd hand roof rack, on board air and on board hot water. Put a 7x5 lifted trailer (also on split rims) with a canopy, tent and 3 way fridge and that saw the family of 2+2 hit the high country every month, Beachport to Robe, Stocktons and Nelson Bay, the Nullabor, Kilbarri and so much more. And took 2 ponies to pony club and gymkhanas every month. On to our 4th caravan now and diesel power but I think I remember camping from the '89 Hilux the most fondly.
My partner and i joined the central coast 4x4 club as none of our friends have 4bies. We are in our mid 20s and loving it. Heaps of short weekend trips and plenty of knowledgeable people with us
I'm from Arizona and I have been planning a trip to Australia since 3rd grade (my 3rd grade teacher was from Australia). I have two months off saved up. Now I'm just saving up the money for the trip and watching your videos and saving locations on Google Maps so we know where to plan our route when the time comes. In the mean time me and the family are taking some 1960's VW buses to New Mexico for a week long off road trip with other VW friends.
I’m 298 days off heading to Cape York and the Big Lap, I’ve done the high country as I live in Victoria so looking forward to seeing this beautiful country. So excited. I’m a solo camper with my dog.
Awesome video as always Graham and Shaun. Can’t wait to see y’all adventures on the Kimberley track. My dream adventure is to take a Jeep Gladiator built out with a MITS Alloy Canopy and a Patriot camper pulling behind that’s my dream vehicle and adventure.
I've been watching your channel since before the name change and yeah :"just do it" is definitely the answer for some people but for us anchored down in mortgage land with x amount of annual leave - more planning is required. Doesn't mean we're any less excited about taking our great trips just means we gotta think it over a bit more
Just did a trip to the Pyrenees in Spain with my good mate. We both have an old subaru forester and we had a blast. Only things we really needed where skidplates and good tyres. Throw in a swag, a simple awning and a 12v fridge. Just get out there and don't just throw money at your car to make it flash but make it practical!
Having just done 10 nights in VIC high country, I can’t wait to get back again. Used caravan parks and did day trips in to the high country. Due to medical issues to consider we had to work around needs. Either way, had a blast.
Got my first 4wd (Toyota surf 2.4 diesel) what a wicked machine! Am planning on a few mods. Lift and bigger tyres and a fridge and some manual lockers for the diffs. But I’ve been on 2 trips and bloody hell I love it! I did out a winch on and front bar and a snorkel on with a mate after work in 3 days (after work and less sleep) but it is the best thing I’ve ever done. Only thing is i need to know more awesome tracks in nz ( Waikato or near by) to see more! But bloody hell what an adventure! You guys are an inspiration! I love seeing the views getting places you shouldn’t be able to get!! It’s awesome!!
Actually just landed in Australia from USA on Saturday 8th of June, grew up in Victoria, and have returned after 30 yrs to go on an epic road trip with my brother(lives in Lilydale) to the big red bash. Then on to Ularu and who knows what else over 6 to 8 weeks. We leave next Saturday the 22nd of June. Definitely the trip of a lifetime with my brother. And I'm moving back here permanently this time. Can't wait.
I did the Mundi Mundi Bash last year with a few mates and it was pretty epic. You should have a blast at BigRed. Take the scenic route to Broken Hill and do the Darling River run through Pooncarrie and Menindee Lakes... some great country through there !
I am only 16 yrs old. When I am 20 I am going to do a full lap of Aus. Cape York, Tassie, Kimberly, you name it I’m doing it. (Not everything gotta save some things for when I’m 21). lol. Great vid guys, always frothin when I get a notification from ya.
Don't listen to these guys, son, they are pathetic alcoholics that ignorantly think they cannot go a day without this highly addictive very dangerous mind-altering substance that has addicted more children, destroyed more relationships, incarcerated more fools, contributed to more sexual assaults, and injured and killed more people throughout time than all wars combined.
Good on you mate, there is so much to see. I've worked with a lot of apprentices over the years and have often said that our home town will always be there, the opportunity to travel less so at times. Born in Sydney, moved to Victoria, lived in NQ, last in Tassie and now my wife, dog and I have been working/travelling for a year. You won't be disappointed once you get on the road, the places you see and the people you meet make for a colourful life. Cheers:)
@@CKcruisers no worries mate. It doesn't take much to get out there either, I first started camping out of the boot of my 1980 Commodore. Spent 3 years drilling throughout Central Queensland and came across so many backpackers in old Falcon/Commodore wagons, beat up old vans and the like. Even came across a lot of people bloody push biking their way around the country!!:) And my wife and I did a month from Tassie to Uluru and back with a tent, 2wd ute, esky and a coupla $20 single burner stoves from KMart type of set up, pretty basic. The Cape trip was me and a mate in his Troopy. Hard to beat sleeping under the stars on a dry creek bed in a swag up there. Keep the dream alive, be patient and soak up as much info as the trusty internet can provide:)
I’m a tradie born and raised in South Africa. Looking to immigrate in the next few years to Australia. What a stunning country. When I get there, il settle down and looking to get myself an FJ that side, as soon as I do, I’ll be living in the outback every second I can.
Thanks to you guys our bucket list keeps growing!! Gibb River, bungle bungles, Mount Augustus to mention a few. Not far off retirement but fitting in what we can when we can for now. Just returned from a trip to the Flinders Ranges. Magic! Sandgropers through and through . Keep the videos coming, maybe one day we might run into you lot. Mike & Trina
I’ve been planning a round Aus trip for 2-3 years now. Bought a 4x4 built it up. Just left for that trip 2 weeks ago! A year on the road, top places to tick off, Arnhem land, Kimberly, and to cross the Simpson. Currently just outside of Lorella springs.
I'm from Norway and have been watching your shows for a while. I just bought myself a Hilux this easet, after my reserch for 4wd car on youtube i came over your show. and after i have set my mind to see all you shows. And as i watch one, i realy would like to go on a trip whit you guys. it looks like a hell of a dream trip for me. i see your fellowship and good spirit, and it seems like a hell of a lot fun to experience the things you do :-) god luck and cheers :-) best regards johannes
My wife and I are only just starting to get into touring with our 4x4. We have a few destinations in mind but the next trip we’re wanting to do is from Brisbane to Sydney using only dirt roads.
Coming from Scotland, it took a long time to get used to the size of Australia, but, we have done a lap and been to the tip and had a ball. I watched an episode that you guys did to Teewah Beach, that is currently top of my list 😀😎🤙
Hey Guys, have the Ram, sorting the wife’s work. should be able to work remotely later this year, once sorted, will get a van & head to the Gibb River Road & Lake Argyle. Have a camper & doing regular trips here on NSW to keep the dream alive. Keep up the good work Craig
My father-in-law thought me a neat trick with a tiny cooler that holds about 3 beers with ice, take 1 out and put 1 in keeping the cooler stocked in circulation. I take an 18 or 24 pack when I go camping and this trick saves a heap of room for food storage in a fridge also at home. Try it! It’s a nice little hack.
Really want to take the missus to Tassie. I grew up there and learnt to 4x4 in my FJ40 there. She hasn't been to Tassie for a proper trip and would love to take her in the Wrangler for an awesome 4x4 trip
The one thing you can't fix is the insane cost of fuel. That is crippling what we can do and we have had to cut back of trips and filming. Going anywhere out of W.A. is simply not possible for us.
Cape York is still on top my list, been pushed out two times due to Covid lock downs and what nots, been waiting for our friends, need to just go and do it
Frazer Island, Im over in the NZ been watching you guys for years! love the show watched them all. Beach driving is my main thing over here, with the kids camping etc and id love to plan a trip over to Frazer Island and take the family to. Ever though of doing a trip down here?
We have the caravan, brought a ram and getting a canopy made but with work commitments unable to go for a couple of years. Our dream holiday is to do a lap of Australia ❤
I keep tins of baked beans as a backup if a dinner goes south or it ends up a late night dinner. Peace of mind homes in knowing there's plenty of food no matter what.
In my mid 50's and after a life of swagging just bought an off road caravan. The Big Trip is only a couple of months away from coming to fruition. This will be my fourth time but in luxury. 1-2 years planned. That's lads for the great content. Gav from brissy
Road trip from where I am in Colorado to Dead Horse, Alaska. Time is the biggest delay for this trip, then money. It’s on the bucket list to be done within the next 5-10 years.
Just do it! Came over to NSW from nz in Jan and bought a high ks prado 120 and a cheap regular caravan and drove to WA, did 11,000km over the high country, big desert, gold fields, Oodnadatta track, various other tracks, don't need an off-road caravan to go bush. The one big spare part I took was a new starter motor because automatic, most other things are an inconvenience not a show stopper, the day after we arrived at our destination in WA the spigot bearing fell out of the starter motor and I had to put the new one in. Eventually I plan to take the same caravan through the Kimberly, after putting a new axle under it with slightly bigger all terrain tyres, 185r14s don't handle the rocks so well.
My favourite bit of gear for a trip is the vacuum sealer that I picked up that runs off of 240v or 12v. Can package up my food at home & save space, then reseal any unused portions for the next day while I'm away
In a few month a couple friends and I are going to travel across the alps. We are starting in germany(where we are from), than austria, switzerland, italy and france. Its my first big trip in my new Ford Ranger and its mostly offroad. I love your content thx a lot from Germany :D
Serpentine belts are usually folded in their packaging the same way they fit over and around the pulleys and tensioner. Open the packaging and hold it up in the air in front of the engine and as you rotate the belt it will soon become apparent which way it goes on. It also has arrows on it showing the direction of rotation.
I think Cape York for me is the first big trip away. I did it with the family as a kid and don’t think I appreciated the country up there enough so I can’t wait to get back!
Easy said that done, boys. Some of us are not paid to travel and go on adventure for a leaving. But I always do my best to get out there. Even if it's just a weekend.
I’m from Montana. And in 2025 I’m going to come to Australia and do exactly what you all do. Thanks to your inspiration I’m doing the Tele track and Cape York. Camp fish and off-road. Cheers maybe see you on the tracks
WA trip for me, Usless loop way to steep point, then on to coral bay and the beach route to exmouth then head out to the Kimberley. One thing that wasnt mentioned that has held me back recently had 2 kids so remote camping or any long corrugations have been out of the question. Just got a new ute kitting it out ready for summer and get some of these trips ticked off the list! Love the content boys keep up the good work 👌🏼
Hi just wanted to share my cheap mod. I was looking at installing a long range fuel tank and it was alot of money weight for how many times a year i was going to use it. So i was going to make one to go in the back of the ute, but again alot of work for the use. Idea come to me, use a boat 40L or 60L fuel tank. They are cheap and I can take it out when I'm not using it. Cheap, easy to use with the fuel fitting quick connections. Very happy with the set up. And the best thing, i can use it in the boat too.
I've been able to camp out of the back of my camry just to do weekend camping with partner here and there! I'll be doing a MASSIVE shakedown trip to Lithgow once I've finished my 2 year SWB Pajero Chop build, which I should be done to reveal at outdoor 4x4 Sydney show in Sept (that's my goal), then I will be doing a major trip to Vic High Country over Xmas 🤙💪
My dream trip is to do Rubicon trail, which I’ve done before, in the same trip with Fordyce Creek, which I’ve never ran before. I’m doing that this August in my 80 and can’t wait!
Hi from Europe guys! Also inspired by you I've bought a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (Pajero) with a rooftent and placed some camping stuff in the back and will leave for a two month travel to Cape North (utmost top of Europe (Norway)). No off-path driving but plenty of dirt road to ne found. Thanks for being an inspiration! ❤
This is all great advice lads and I love the channel. I bought a 4x4 because of you and I love it. But I have one myth that can't be bust. And an excuse/reason why I can't do my dream trip around Aus. I live in the UK. Excited for this Kimberly film!
I come from a long distance backpacking background, so when I go out I just use my backpacking gear in my truck. For me, bringing a ton of gear kind of takes the ruggedness out of camping. Of course there are essentials, but being slightly uncomfortable for a week or two is part of the experience. My dream trip is the Rubicon, and my truck is definitely not ready for that yet haha
cape york is my dream trip it's will be my first big 4x4 trip out of my town and got everything, fishing, beaches, tough track, you can even take your boat, dirt bike and quad up there
We are doing the half lap, trying to do it similar to off the grid, coming from WA and even the Oodnadatta Track... doing it with friends, so excited. 🎉
The Great Southern coast of WA for me. It's the one spot I haven't been and so many places to go there. Have heard the scenery is amazing including forests to die for
Dream trips for me is Southland and Central Otago in NZ, just in love with the south Island!! That and would love to go to Fraser Island and Cape York, just wish my 80 fitted in a suitcase lol 😂
For the Defender for a lap of Oz, I'd literally have 2 wheel bearing sets, 4 UJ's for the prop, gaffa and electrical tape for anything from loose bits to hose repairs, a tube of sealant (Loctite SI5980 as will do pretty much all seals and hoses, core plugs etc... a full set of fluids and some epoxy resin, Alternator and starter, Serpentine belt, 2 sets of filters and a few fuses and relays, you honestly don't need much. As you say, show stoppers are what you need, the rest can be time waiting down the pub!
rescue tape (sos emergency sillicone tape) always handy if its in a crap spot to change it or just want to temp fix it til you get to your destination/better ground. It's a bandaid fix but also handy in all cars to temp fix hoses if a split or hole happens
Guys am a big fan, this is only one 4wd yt channel im watching. At least you 2 should make around the world trip like ItchyBoots with bike. It would be so fun to watch series like that with u 2. Good luck in future!
Just bought my first 4WD this week for my 30th after saving for almost 7 years. A dream trip for me is a Cape York or Fraser Island trip, can't wait to get out there!!
Havenalready done some light wheeling with both. The XJ cherokee was my daily so I didn't wanna beat too hard on it. Now that I have the new one I can use it for light family wheeling and use the xj for bouncing off rocks and trees lol. The onky downside is the cherokee suffers from heat soak really bad in the summer
Damn, you saved for 7 years?
Why wouldn't you just buy a Forester for 500$ that will go further than any 100k 4wd will
Not worried about a house deposit? 😂😂😂
@@andrewlangford88 budget gq 😁
@@andrewlangford88a forester isnt a patch on what an XJ can do
Did a 6mnth solo trip with tent and standard old 4by last year, went to the supermarket only once a month to get fresh fruit/veg etc , rest of time relied on staples, flour, powdered milk, coffee, pasta, honey, eggs rice, dried veg, canned food, and frozen meat I froze in portions before going on trip! Advice, live simply, you don't need the Tim Tams or Choccies, makes pancakes instead! You can always get fresh bread and milk at a servo if you desire! The most important thing to do on a trip is make sure you check your vehicle each morning before taking off, it is just so important! Don't be afraid to camp off the beaten path, you hardly meet any weirdo's as you find out they are all doing the same as you!! LOL
I missed seeing you at Wolfe Creek
Regards Mick
At 57 years young, I am finally going to do this after watching you guys inspire me. The whole of Australia is my favourite point, as I need to get out of Sydney!!
Hey mate, for further inspiration my wife and I at 55 have been on the road for just on a year now. Work has been a constant and am living out of our 13ft van whilst staying in van parks and showgrounds. Whether working and travelling or just travelling there is so much to see. Left Sydney in 2004, lived in NQ for quite a bit and met my wife in Tas 7rs back. We've met plenty of people travelling on their own in all sorts of set ups.
Safe travelling:)
Did Fraser last year. No winch, no fridge on stock tyres. Max Trax and a shovel will get you through anything 👌🏽👌🏽
Money and I'm a three time cancer survivor I will do the lap before I pass way
Keep swinging mate 💪💪
Keep fighting, Kenneth! ❤
Hard to keep a good man down they say
Leaving 1st if july, 4 weeks up the cape, 3 weeks in arhnem land, 3 weeks up the Kimberly, 12 weeks down the west coast 8 weeks across SA, 4 weeks on tas, 4 weeks in the high country then head home. 24 days and counting.
Holy shite. That’s going to be great. Hope it’s stress free bro. 👍🇺🇸
That sounds so awesome. Have a great and safe trip!
Enjoy the trip! Shake a few jigs for us!
How’s it going so far?
Love ya boys, I’m traveling around aus atm at 18 😂. Got a Hilux and pretty broke but I’m still doing it. Make the most of life, you only live once and life is short. Hope to see ya round
Unreal mate, love hearing this. Go live the dream on the road, see this amazing country and meet the amazing people in it.
@@jbjacobs87 trust me mate, I already done a few of those and loved it all the more 😂😂, follow along on my journey if ya want 🤙
@@JonnyRingo313 yeh mate, love the outdoors and exploring what Australia has to offer, from the desert to the oceans and the bush to the mountains, you’ll see me in all of em 🤙👍😂
@@craig2795 definitely worth experiencing Australia
Nothing wrong with a hilux man! I'm 30 haven't been travelling yet but cannot wait to! Be glad to do it while you're still so young , Australia is beautiful no matter what car you have to travel across it :)
We started watching 4wd-24/7 when my wife was in labour June 2023, we’ve watched the channel every night since, 2 months ago we took our Highlander out 4wd’ing, just because we couldn’t wait any longer, just last week we bought a dedicated off-road 4x4, and we can’t wait to get out and the tracks in Auckland, NZ. The baby also loves watching Graham steel the beers from the cooler! 😂
Californian here, my dream trip is from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina. I reckon I'll do it in 10 years time when my son turns 18. It'll be a hell of an experience for both of us.
I traveled Australia as a backpacker. Started in WA and drove all the way to port Douglas and did it in a Mitsubishi pajero. Super basic setup with a roof rack, awning, swag(which was awesome to sleep in), simple dual batter system to run a fridge,a good set of tires and the basic tools to get out in the bush.. compressor for airing up and cleaning the swag out. Most important is having a good attitude and trying not to rush, Take more breaks and enjoy.
Last time you boys asked what the dream trip was, I put down dirk hartog island! Now I'm 2 days off leaving to head up there, 6 weeks along the Coral Coast. Can't bloody wait.
Simpson Desert, bucket list for 15 years. Going in 2 months, August 2024. 😎
Just built the tow vehicle and sold the house hitting the road as soon as it settles , and we are going everywhere ! Can't wait !
Planning my first Moreton trip. 120 V6 with 400k on it, fridge and swag.
Going with my brother who lost his son a year ago. Giving us something to look forward to.
I just recently retired and I’ve always wanted to do the Mary river Trail. I’ve just done my first trip up to the golf of Queensland and about to travel down to outback Queensland back tothe Gol coast. Not caravanning just a tourer setup with rooftop tent. Haven’t done any touring because of work and kids so now here I come.
I live in Geelong and bought my first ever 4X4 14 months ago ,
I picked up a PX2 Ford ranger XLT with factory rear diff locker and towbar along with Ironman branded bull bar, snorkel, electric brake controller and canopy already fitted by the first and previous company owner used for their Needs with elders going out to various farms etc.
after I get a winch fitted into the Bull Bar I'm wanting to do some fairly easy 4WD tracks locally on weekends to start getting the feel what a 4wd can do before I start tackling more advanced tracks like the victoria high country etc.
Great show guys. I love how you cover topics that are realistic and useful to everyday 4wders. In light of that person saying they’re concerned about damaging their vehicle again,
could you please do a show on how to be gentle on your vehicle.
EG: 1:easing off the throttle when coming down from a wheel lift, to avoid snapping CV’s.
2: Lifting the foot off the brake before hitting a washout, to allow the suspension to rise back up so it can soak up the bump.
3: Line selection. I was amazed when crossing the Simpson how many people were bouncing around in chopped out ruts, whereas it was a lot smoother just one tyre width either side.
Also, a mention of cleaning up after ourselves and keeping the bush clean, on each episode would be great.
Thanks guys. 👍
Sadly my disability is stopping me. I was an avid off roader before becoming disabled/homebound. I live in Colorado with awesome trails just minutes away, but they are only views out my backdoor.
I'm doing my best to beat an incurable nerve disorder, Full Body CRPS and Dercums Disease, with my team of Drs and my incredible wife. Hopefully one day I can handle the pain. Much love guys! I live through y'all's trips. ❤
Heading to the Simmo in 2weeks. My daughter and I FLYING SOLO. Permits are done, meals are frozen, 200 is ready. Hay River to Poepal CRN, French Line to Mt Dare, Bins Track and Madigan Line to Eyre CK, out via Big Red and Birdsville to Betoota. Gympie to Gympie 16 days. Bring it on.
You will have fun bud! Just finished it qaa French line mt dare got to alive tonight. Pretty fun first time will be back!
Finaly you guys put your self acheived knowledge to good use. This is a golden list and eveyone will thank you when time comes.
Kimberly Coast! I remember from 45 years ago visiting as a kid, and the amazement of the caves full of bats, the completely untouched environment, the rock art we found, the sketchiness of following the directions we got from locals, and the wonderment of the remoteness! Dad borrowed an old (even at the time!) 2 door landrover and "we just went". I'd love to drag my 200 series out to retrace our steps :-)
Luv u guys , been around oz as a kid, 68 now, 98 Prado , me and the dog, slow n steady, every track i can over 5 years, drone shots all the way.
Big lap around aus is my dream trip with family so much on offer in this country of ours
Heading to K'gari in a couple of weeks... Cannot bloody wait!
Finally getting to see more of the west coast, Wathumba and Woralie 👌
The Big Lap! Planning to go in a few years when I take long service leave. It'll be a father and son trip. Can't wait!
U.S.A. here. Great video, great advice.
My dream trip would be a proper Alaska off road driving adventure. I live in SC currently, but have taken a vacation to AK before. I would like to have a vehicle that is capable of handling AK, but it requires a serious rig. I have a F250 Super Duty I use for my business, but I may build it up in a couple years to be able to handle AK. 37-38in tires, twin lockers, winch, snorkel, and all the common protection.
One piece of advice for a trip like you're talking about...... Bring a survival kit. Cover the basics..... magnesium bar, good camp knife, tarp, space blanket, something for water filtration/purification, and a whistle.
When I do my off road trips I bring a "vehicle survival kit" and a personal survival kit. I basically treat my trips as if I were backpacking, but taking a vehicle. Anything I can bring beyond the backpacking level is honestly a bonus for luxury. The backpacking gear is all the must have gear.
Went out on a limb in march. From Victoria dreamt of doing the Kimberley. Stopped in Karratha at the moment working. Done a good nullabour Esperance trip. Stopped and worked. Then done then part of the west coast and karigini. Just me and the dog. Best decision I’ve ever made!
Absolute dream trip for me would be the Canning Stock Route up the guts and then back west along the Gibb and then down the Ningaloo coast 😍
I love camping solo! I used to rely on my friends to be my motivation to get out. I moved about 9 hours away from all of my friends. I realized, it was the trip that made the trip worth having. You drink less alcohol and have more money for fuel. This means you get to enjoy it more and remember the little things better.
10 years ago my (now) wife and I did a trip from Perth to Darwin and the Kimberley and the Dampier Peninsula are on our TOP list quite high. now we'd love to show it to our kids, although it is quite some distance from Germany to get there...
Ripper episode guys. I started my adventures in a RN105 dual cab Hilux 2.4L petrol/gas. It had a small lift on split rims & flimsy bull bar. I added lights (a must in my book), UHF, 2nd hand roof rack, on board air and on board hot water. Put a 7x5 lifted trailer (also on split rims) with a canopy, tent and 3 way fridge and that saw the family of 2+2 hit the high country every month, Beachport to Robe, Stocktons and Nelson Bay, the Nullabor, Kilbarri and so much more. And took 2 ponies to pony club and gymkhanas every month. On to our 4th caravan now and diesel power but I think I remember camping from the '89 Hilux the most fondly.
Once I get my long range tanks in the patrol the flinders ranges is on my bucket list that place looks amazing.
My partner and i joined the central coast 4x4 club as none of our friends have 4bies. We are in our mid 20s and loving it. Heaps of short weekend trips and plenty of knowledgeable people with us
I'm from Arizona and I have been planning a trip to Australia since 3rd grade (my 3rd grade teacher was from Australia). I have two months off saved up. Now I'm just saving up the money for the trip and watching your videos and saving locations on Google Maps so we know where to plan our route when the time comes. In the mean time me and the family are taking some 1960's VW buses to New Mexico for a week long off road trip with other VW friends.
I’m 298 days off heading to Cape York and the Big Lap, I’ve done the high country as I live in Victoria so looking forward to seeing this beautiful country. So excited. I’m a solo camper with my dog.
Awesome video as always Graham and Shaun. Can’t wait to see y’all adventures on the Kimberley track. My dream adventure is to take a Jeep Gladiator built out with a MITS Alloy Canopy and a Patriot camper pulling behind that’s my dream vehicle and adventure.
North West WA so much to see, got the Prado last week, swag in the back already, just need recovery gear, EPIRB and and a few weeks off can't wait
I've been watching your channel since before the name change and yeah :"just do it" is definitely the answer for some people but for us anchored down in mortgage land with x amount of annual leave - more planning is required. Doesn't mean we're any less excited about taking our great trips just means we gotta think it over a bit more
Just did a trip to the Pyrenees in Spain with my good mate. We both have an old subaru forester and we had a blast. Only things we really needed where skidplates and good tyres. Throw in a swag, a simple awning and a 12v fridge. Just get out there and don't just throw money at your car to make it flash but make it practical!
Best advice I’ve heard in a while is incremental changes that will get you where you want to go Graham is a genius
Having just done 10 nights in VIC high country, I can’t wait to get back again. Used caravan parks and did day trips in to the high country. Due to medical issues to consider we had to work around needs. Either way, had a blast.
Grabbed a quick snap with these fellas and their rigs in Kununurra WA, at the local IGA. An honour to finally meet Shauno and Graham!
Got my first 4wd (Toyota surf 2.4 diesel) what a wicked machine!
Am planning on a few mods.
Lift and bigger tyres and a fridge and some manual lockers for the diffs.
But I’ve been on 2 trips and bloody hell I love it!
I did out a winch on and front bar and a snorkel on with a mate after work in 3 days (after work and less sleep) but it is the best thing I’ve ever done.
Only thing is i need to know more awesome tracks in nz ( Waikato or near by) to see more! But bloody hell what an adventure! You guys are an inspiration! I love seeing the views getting places you shouldn’t be able to get!! It’s awesome!!
Actually just landed in Australia from USA on Saturday 8th of June, grew up in Victoria, and have returned after 30 yrs to go on an epic road trip with my brother(lives in Lilydale) to the big red bash. Then on to Ularu and who knows what else over 6 to 8 weeks. We leave next Saturday the 22nd of June. Definitely the trip of a lifetime with my brother. And I'm moving back here permanently this time. Can't wait.
I did the Mundi Mundi Bash last year with a few mates and it was pretty epic. You should have a blast at BigRed. Take the scenic route to Broken Hill and do the Darling River run through Pooncarrie and Menindee Lakes... some great country through there !
I am only 16 yrs old. When I am 20 I am going to do a full lap of Aus. Cape York, Tassie, Kimberly, you name it I’m doing it. (Not everything gotta save some things for when I’m 21). lol. Great vid guys, always frothin when I get a notification from ya.
Don't listen to these guys, son, they are pathetic alcoholics that ignorantly think they cannot go a day without this highly addictive very dangerous mind-altering substance that has addicted more children, destroyed more relationships, incarcerated more fools, contributed to more sexual assaults, and injured and killed more people throughout time than all wars combined.
Good on you mate, there is so much to see. I've worked with a lot of apprentices over the years and have often said that our home town will always be there, the opportunity to travel less so at times. Born in Sydney, moved to Victoria, lived in NQ, last in Tassie and now my wife, dog and I have been working/travelling for a year. You won't be disappointed once you get on the road, the places you see and the people you meet make for a colourful life.
Cheers:)
@@nathankelly1708 Thanks man, your a legend. Living proof that my dream can become a reality. Cheers
@@CKcruisers no worries mate. It doesn't take much to get out there either, I first started camping out of the boot of my 1980 Commodore. Spent 3 years drilling throughout Central Queensland and came across so many backpackers in old Falcon/Commodore wagons, beat up old vans and the like. Even came across a lot of people bloody push biking their way around the country!!:) And my wife and I did a month from Tassie to Uluru and back with a tent, 2wd ute, esky and a coupla $20 single burner stoves from KMart type of set up, pretty basic. The Cape trip was me and a mate in his Troopy. Hard to beat sleeping under the stars on a dry creek bed in a swag up there.
Keep the dream alive, be patient and soak up as much info as the trusty internet can provide:)
I’m a tradie born and raised in South Africa. Looking to immigrate in the next few years to Australia. What a stunning country.
When I get there, il settle down and looking to get myself an FJ that side, as soon as I do, I’ll be living in the outback every second I can.
Thanks to you guys our bucket list keeps growing!! Gibb River, bungle bungles, Mount Augustus to mention a few. Not far off retirement but fitting in what we can when we can for now. Just returned from a trip to the Flinders Ranges. Magic! Sandgropers through and through . Keep the videos coming, maybe one day we might run into you lot. Mike & Trina
I’ve been planning a round Aus trip for 2-3 years now.
Bought a 4x4 built it up.
Just left for that trip 2 weeks ago!
A year on the road, top places to tick off, Arnhem land, Kimberly, and to cross the Simpson.
Currently just outside of Lorella springs.
I'm from Norway and have been watching your shows for a while. I just bought myself a Hilux this easet, after my reserch for 4wd car on youtube i came over your show. and after i have set my mind to see all you shows. And as i watch one, i realy would like to go on a trip whit you guys. it looks like a hell of a dream trip for me. i see your fellowship and good spirit, and it seems like a hell of a lot fun to experience the things you do :-) god luck and cheers :-) best regards johannes
Heading off from Bunbury WA to Cape York in September this year. Cant bloody wait
My wife and I are only just starting to get into touring with our 4x4. We have a few destinations in mind but the next trip we’re wanting to do is from Brisbane to Sydney using only dirt roads.
That was an awesome episode!
The gib river road again 💙 I did the gib few years ago after watching 4wd/247 you boys helped me get my dream ! Thank you
Haven't done cape York, Fraser Island and the Victorian High Country yet so am looking fwd to visiting these places in the next couple of years.
Just bought my first car. Im doing it up to get ready to 4WD . I will for sure be going to Cape York, and I would love to go to the high country.
Coming from Scotland, it took a long time to get used to the size of Australia, but, we have done a lap and been to the tip and had a ball.
I watched an episode that you guys did to Teewah Beach, that is currently top of my list 😀😎🤙
Hey Guys, have the Ram, sorting the wife’s work. should be able to work remotely later this year, once sorted, will get a van & head to the Gibb River Road & Lake Argyle. Have a camper & doing regular trips here on NSW to keep the dream alive. Keep up the good work Craig
My father-in-law thought me a neat trick with a tiny cooler that holds about 3 beers with ice, take 1 out and put 1 in keeping the cooler stocked in circulation. I take an 18 or 24 pack when I go camping and this trick saves a heap of room for food storage in a fridge also at home. Try it! It’s a nice little hack.
Really want to take the missus to Tassie. I grew up there and learnt to 4x4 in my FJ40 there. She hasn't been to Tassie for a proper trip and would love to take her in the Wrangler for an awesome 4x4 trip
First dream trip planned for August, Fraser Island here we come!! Thanks for the tips.
The one thing you can't fix is the insane cost of fuel. That is crippling what we can do and we have had to cut back of trips and filming. Going anywhere out of W.A. is simply not possible for us.
everywhere i want to go in wa is at least 1 day and away and costs fuel. yep.
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Cape York is still on top my list, been pushed out two times due to Covid lock downs and what nots, been waiting for our friends, need to just go and do it
Frazer Island, Im over in the NZ been watching you guys for years! love the show watched them all. Beach driving is my main thing over here,
with the kids camping etc and id love to plan a trip over to Frazer Island and take the family to.
Ever though of doing a trip down here?
Yesss, I'm a fellow Kiwi and would love to see you attempt some tracks over here.
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We have the caravan, brought a ram and getting a canopy made but with work commitments unable to go for a couple of years.
Our dream holiday is to do a lap of Australia ❤
So true about meeting the same people , we did a trip to western Qld in the TD42TI and caravan, we saw the same people over and over again,
I keep tins of baked beans as a backup if a dinner goes south or it ends up a late night dinner. Peace of mind homes in knowing there's plenty of food no matter what.
Currently on one of our dream trips to cape york! Watching this vid in the Punsand Bay campground
In my mid 50's and after a life of swagging just bought an off road caravan. The Big Trip is only a couple of months away from coming to fruition. This will be my fourth time but in luxury. 1-2 years planned. That's lads for the great content. Gav from brissy
Great ideas heading for the Simpson desert in September with my son and family can’t wait😂
We recently purchased our 4wd and thoroughly luv your watching show excellent. Our dream trip SA Coast.
Great topic guys. Certainly inspired me to get off my arse and put my old rig to use. Keep up the great work.
Road trip from where I am in Colorado to Dead Horse, Alaska. Time is the biggest delay for this trip, then money. It’s on the bucket list to be done within the next 5-10 years.
Just do it!
Came over to NSW from nz in Jan and bought a high ks prado 120 and a cheap regular caravan and drove to WA, did 11,000km over the high country, big desert, gold fields, Oodnadatta track, various other tracks, don't need an off-road caravan to go bush.
The one big spare part I took was a new starter motor because automatic, most other things are an inconvenience not a show stopper, the day after we arrived at our destination in WA the spigot bearing fell out of the starter motor and I had to put the new one in.
Eventually I plan to take the same caravan through the Kimberly, after putting a new axle under it with slightly bigger all terrain tyres, 185r14s don't handle the rocks so well.
My favourite bit of gear for a trip is the vacuum sealer that I picked up that runs off of 240v or 12v. Can package up my food at home & save space, then reseal any unused portions for the next day while I'm away
In a few month a couple friends and I are going to travel across the alps. We are starting in germany(where we are from), than austria, switzerland, italy and france. Its my first big trip in my new Ford Ranger and its mostly offroad. I love your content thx a lot from Germany :D
Serpentine belts are usually folded in their packaging the same way they fit over and around the pulleys and tensioner. Open the packaging and hold it up in the air in front of the engine and as you rotate the belt it will soon become apparent which way it goes on. It also has arrows on it showing the direction of rotation.
I think Cape York for me is the first big trip away. I did it with the family as a kid and don’t think I appreciated the country up there enough so I can’t wait to get back!
Did the Kimberly and Pilbara in 22, I'm so jealous of you guys!
Easy said that done, boys. Some of us are not paid to travel and go on adventure for a leaving. But I always do my best to get out there. Even if it's just a weekend.
My road dream trip will be from las vegas to the top end of Alaska. Planning on doing it on my 80 series.
I’m from Montana. And in 2025 I’m going to come to Australia and do exactly what you all do. Thanks to your inspiration I’m doing the Tele track and Cape York. Camp fish and off-road. Cheers maybe see you on the tracks
Always wanted to visit shark bay, I dream of a Prado but am making do with a Mazda 3 atm!
WA trip for me, Usless loop way to steep point, then on to coral bay and the beach route to exmouth then head out to the Kimberley. One thing that wasnt mentioned that has held me back recently had 2 kids so remote camping or any long corrugations have been out of the question. Just got a new ute kitting it out ready for summer and get some of these trips ticked off the list!
Love the content boys keep up the good work 👌🏼
Hi just wanted to share my cheap mod. I was looking at installing a long range fuel tank and it was alot of money weight for how many times a year i was going to use it. So i was going to make one to go in the back of the ute, but again alot of work for the use. Idea come to me, use a boat 40L or 60L fuel tank. They are cheap and I can take it out when I'm not using it. Cheap, easy to use with the fuel fitting quick connections. Very happy with the set up. And the best thing, i can use it in the boat too.
I live in Michigan and there are some trails here that you would absolutely love to ride, and very beautiful!
I've been able to camp out of the back of my camry just to do weekend camping with partner here and there!
I'll be doing a MASSIVE shakedown trip to Lithgow once I've finished my 2 year SWB Pajero Chop build, which I should be done to reveal at outdoor 4x4 Sydney show in Sept (that's my goal), then I will be doing a major trip to Vic High Country over Xmas 🤙💪
My dream trip is to do Rubicon trail, which I’ve done before, in the same trip with Fordyce Creek, which I’ve never ran before. I’m doing that this August in my 80 and can’t wait!
Hi from Europe guys!
Also inspired by you I've bought a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (Pajero) with a rooftent and placed some camping stuff in the back and will leave for a two month travel to Cape North (utmost top of Europe (Norway)). No off-path driving but plenty of dirt road to ne found. Thanks for being an inspiration! ❤
This is all great advice lads and I love the channel. I bought a 4x4 because of you and I love it. But I have one myth that can't be bust. And an excuse/reason why I can't do my dream trip around Aus. I live in the UK.
Excited for this Kimberly film!
I come from a long distance backpacking background, so when I go out I just use my backpacking gear in my truck. For me, bringing a ton of gear kind of takes the ruggedness out of camping. Of course there are essentials, but being slightly uncomfortable for a week or two is part of the experience. My dream trip is the Rubicon, and my truck is definitely not ready for that yet haha
cape york is my dream trip it's will be my first big 4x4 trip out of my town and got everything, fishing, beaches, tough track, you can even take your boat, dirt bike and quad up there
We are doing the half lap, trying to do it similar to off the grid, coming from WA and even the Oodnadatta Track... doing it with friends, so excited. 🎉
Cheers from Europe! I have the Great Central Road on my wishlist. Did small parts of it but being able to the whole route from Brisbane to Perth 🤯
The Great Southern coast of WA for me. It's the one spot I haven't been and so many places to go there. Have heard the scenery is amazing including forests to die for
Dream trips for me is Southland and Central Otago in NZ, just in love with the south Island!!
That and would love to go to Fraser Island and Cape York, just wish my 80 fitted in a suitcase lol 😂
Amazing video boys cannot wait to see the Kimberly episode and my dream trip is to go to Cape York
For the Defender for a lap of Oz, I'd literally have 2 wheel bearing sets, 4 UJ's for the prop, gaffa and electrical tape for anything from loose bits to hose repairs, a tube of sealant (Loctite SI5980 as will do pretty much all seals and hoses, core plugs etc... a full set of fluids and some epoxy resin, Alternator and starter, Serpentine belt, 2 sets of filters and a few fuses and relays, you honestly don't need much. As you say, show stoppers are what you need, the rest can be time waiting down the pub!
Cheers, boys, I'm so happy you both love my 75 series it's taken a long time to build. And I use it it's not a show ute it a worked ute.
rescue tape (sos emergency sillicone tape) always handy if its in a crap spot to change it or just want to temp fix it til you get to your destination/better ground.
It's a bandaid fix but also handy in all cars to temp fix hoses if a split or hole happens
Guys am a big fan, this is only one 4wd yt channel im watching. At least you 2 should make around the world trip like ItchyBoots with bike. It would be so fun to watch series like that with u 2. Good luck in future!
tassie to cape york we leave today!!!
Goodluck!