Why shouldn't one buy modified 2nd hand vehicles? There are plenty of great vehicles out there, modified by people who know what they are doing, using only the best parts available. In fact, buying a vehicle which has already added a bull bar, upgraded the clutch or suspension or has added a DCDC charger or compressor or a winch for that sake, can save you plenty of money since the depreciation of these parts is significant.
Watched it years ago and watched the full length version right now ! This series was so insightful. Have an 80 and 100 series myself! Love your videos and videos style! Do an 80 series build some time, that would be unreal! Cheers from Kenya!
This was one of your most memorable awesome builds in my mind. Thank you for sharing this. Watched this when you first posted it, worth watching it. Fritz is having an awesome time in SA with it.
Wow, I loved this. I'm totally new to this world. I'm in the process of purchasing a petrol 105 (manual) which on paper looks great, has been looked after and only done 150,000. I've spent the last 2 weeks just consuming content from RUclips about 105 Cruisers. I'd never considered a 4x4 as I always felt cost was a prohibiting factor, but this opportunity came up and all being well, at the weekend, I might be able to join the club. Thank you for your content (especially this one). I can see that I have a lot to learn. Also, hello from Perth, I'm south of the River :)
Soldering wires … Where the soldering material ends inside the cable is a potential breaking point as it is sensitive to vibrations. Meaning, if you solder for best electrical connection zip tie the soldered part to protect it from live vibrations.
Awesome content and much learnt from this video and the one involving that 500KMS Land Cruiser rebuild.It's truly been 40 years of adventure and teaching.4XOverland all the way!!
Mounts … I use high energy mounts, not rubber. Why? Because with rubber as the motor develops torque the rubber flexes. New or not. With the high energy mounts (motor and transmission) more torque transfers to the driveline and not wasted in ‘stretching’ and lifting the motor. I was a mechanic 50 years or so and would be saying different things… learn what a ‘sealed bearding’ is. New thermostats can stick. I just had one in my 89 4 door Montero stick, the replacement works. … a bit of overselling in my view.
I’m watching all 4 hours minus the 8 minutes. This episode clearly shows why I decided to buy a brand new Gen4 Jimny and not an old 76 “maintained” by my local bush mechanics.
It's going to end up a 1 million dollar Toyota . Paul is a genius though. Toyota service left a clip off the air filter on my hilux after a service and they stripped the thread on the oil sump plug on a friend's hilux so it's essential you check everything after a service is done
Just one thing I think I noticed was the mechanics hitting the wheel bearing race into the drums using a punch instead of a proper dolly/plate or similar - maybe need to educate them if am correct as you shorten the life of a bearing like that. Correct me if I saw wrong...
I will slightly loosen and retighten sensors once a year or so. 1/4 turn. This establishes a good ground connection with the threads, if that is how the ground is provided.
I was living in Port Hedland west Australia in the 70s. I owned a SWB landy would go bush maybe 2 times in the month there was a mechanic that was a land rover wizard working at a place called Landys and if my landy went in for a work he was the man
Mate, this is all old content! I’ve been waiting for an update on the old girl and was disappointed to see that this is just a montage of the 105 videos. How is she now and do you plan on going back to the old country to give her as proper run?
Binging it! A lot of fun to watch like all your videos! Thanks for the work you put in. You got me so far that I am considering to get a proper Toyota 4WD but here in Europe (especially Germany) it's just not rational...so I stick to my Westfalia Columbus :) One thing: is it possible to make a video about all your current and past projects? I am kinda lost which Toyota product you are transforming and on which continent :-D All the best from Germany ✌️
Hi Andrew excellent episode as usual. Paul you are phenomenal with your wealth of knowledge and experience. Andrew must feel safe knowing you are there. I was just wondering and I haven’t yet completed the episode nor do I know the conditions of the sale. But any way of taking this up with the seller.
2WD use the same amount of fuel as 4WD. It’s the same with or without Daytime Running Lights or air conditioners. The fuel difference is so small it is not measurable.
Andrew, I fitted manual hubs on my 1998 Gen3 Jimny because the vacuum ones leaked. You don’t know you have leaking vacuum hubs until you need them. Manual hubs never leak.
Plenty of rooftop tents sell those shoe pockets to place outside the tent. Even Decathlon sells those pockets separate so you can add it to tour existent tent. I have a James Baroud and the best thing they have (besides quality) is the tunnel that can be used combined with their awnings. Guess it's not easy to get one there but they are great tents. And the ladder issue is not an issue for ages in Europe, almost every tent producer uses those ladders for years now. The stove/fridge setup is great, very clever system.
Antifreeze - I live in Central America. Car owners and their mechanics many times don’t use antifreeze because we live in a tropical climate. - Yes, as a consequence they have coolant related issues on their vehicles.
Checking rubber hoses - squeeze them with your fingertips. If you feel a U under your fingertips they are OK. But if you feel a V under your fingertips that is where your rubber hose will leak in a near future. This is especially easy to find at the outer bend of a hose.
Ever since I had a car with auto locking I learned the hard way, as you too, to never ever leave the car without the keys. Happy to see you got out of your troubles with only a small window smashed.
I will just buy a brand new Toyota LC. I don't have the patience with all this restorations. You said you going to mention the costs and nothing was revealed. I am sure this was a waste of good money.
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Paul just made me a fan of Terrain Tamer. ❤️
Why shouldn't one buy modified 2nd hand vehicles? There are plenty of great vehicles out there, modified by people who know what they are doing, using only the best parts available. In fact, buying a vehicle which has already added a bull bar, upgraded the clutch or suspension or has added a DCDC charger or compressor or a winch for that sake, can save you plenty of money since the
depreciation of these parts is significant.
Watched it years ago and watched the full length version right now !
This series was so insightful. Have an 80 and 100 series myself! Love your videos and videos style!
Do an 80 series build some time, that would be unreal!
Cheers from Kenya!
This was one of your most memorable awesome builds in my mind. Thank you for sharing this. Watched this when you first posted it, worth watching it. Fritz is having an awesome time in SA with it.
Wow, I loved this. I'm totally new to this world. I'm in the process of purchasing a petrol 105 (manual) which on paper looks great, has been looked after and only done 150,000. I've spent the last 2 weeks just consuming content from RUclips about 105 Cruisers. I'd never considered a 4x4 as I always felt cost was a prohibiting factor, but this opportunity came up and all being well, at the weekend, I might be able to join the club. Thank you for your content (especially this one). I can see that I have a lot to learn. Also, hello from Perth, I'm south of the River :)
All the hidden problems and hacks made this an excellent build! Very educational!
I really enjoyed the original build of this vehicle. It is just a pity you never got to tour with.
It's late, but I had to watch up to the reception at the workshop, my favorite Andrew and Paul moment - 12:50.
Soldering wires … Where the soldering material ends inside the cable is a potential breaking point as it is sensitive to vibrations.
Meaning, if you solder for best electrical connection zip tie the soldered part to protect it from live vibrations.
Awesome content and much learnt from this video and the one involving that 500KMS Land Cruiser rebuild.It's truly been 40 years of adventure and teaching.4XOverland all the way!!
Love your videos, I always learn so much. Thank you for sharing your builds & experience with us
AMAZING contents: as I’m building a LC 80, I learned a lot from this video, especially about the mechanical guys. Thank you!
Mounts … I use high energy mounts, not rubber. Why? Because with rubber as the motor develops torque the rubber flexes. New or not. With the high energy mounts (motor and transmission) more torque transfers to the driveline and not wasted in ‘stretching’ and lifting the motor. I was a mechanic 50 years or so and would be saying different things… learn what a ‘sealed bearding’ is. New thermostats can stick. I just had one in my 89 4 door Montero stick, the replacement works. … a bit of overselling in my view.
I’m watching all 4 hours minus the 8 minutes.
This episode clearly shows why I decided to buy a brand new Gen4 Jimny and not an old 76 “maintained” by my local bush mechanics.
Paul Marsh shows he has such a wealth of knowledge. VERY handy friend to have no doubt! ✊🏽😎
It's going to end up a 1 million dollar Toyota . Paul is a genius though. Toyota service left a clip off the air filter on my hilux after a service and they stripped the thread on the oil sump plug on a friend's hilux so it's essential you check everything after a service is done
Just one thing I think I noticed was the mechanics hitting the wheel bearing race into the drums using a punch instead of a proper dolly/plate or similar - maybe need to educate them if am correct as you shorten the life of a bearing like that. Correct me if I saw wrong...
I will slightly loosen and retighten sensors once a year or so. 1/4 turn. This establishes a good ground connection with the threads, if that is how the ground is provided.
That drawer system - the "in-built" fridge drop down/slide is fantastic!!
An incredible amount off truly useful information provided in this video.
Very interesting, but how is this worth it? This rebuild must be costing 10-15k...
Its a value proposition. If its not worth it to you, doesn't mean its not worth it for everyone.
I was living in Port Hedland west Australia in the 70s. I owned a SWB landy would go bush maybe 2 times in the month there
was a mechanic that was a land rover wizard working at a place called Landys and if my landy went in for a work he was the man
Mate, this is all old content! I’ve been waiting for an update on the old girl and was disappointed to see that this is just a montage of the 105 videos. How is she now and do you plan on going back to the old country to give her as proper run?
I’m 24 minutes into this episode and I ABSOLUTELY HATE IT! I want a LC 105! Stop it. You’re playing on my nostalgic strings … I love it 😅 … 👀😉
Binging it! A lot of fun to watch like all your videos! Thanks for the work you put in. You got me so far that I am considering to get a proper Toyota 4WD but here in Europe (especially Germany) it's just not rational...so I stick to my Westfalia Columbus :)
One thing: is it possible to make a video about all your current and past projects? I am kinda lost which Toyota product you are transforming and on which continent :-D
All the best from Germany ✌️
Hi Andrew excellent episode as usual. Paul you are phenomenal with your wealth of knowledge and experience. Andrew must feel safe knowing you are there. I was just wondering and I haven’t yet completed the episode nor do I know the conditions of the sale. But any way of taking this up with the seller.
2WD use the same amount of fuel as 4WD. It’s the same with or without Daytime Running Lights or air conditioners. The fuel difference is so small it is not measurable.
My Bundutec King roof topper with electric actuation, overhead light and cigarette sockets with 100mm mattress beats that.
Andrew,
I fitted manual hubs on my 1998 Gen3 Jimny because the vacuum ones leaked. You don’t know you have leaking vacuum hubs until you need them. Manual hubs never leak.
Wow those guys are so knowledgeable I wish there were more mechanics with there kind of enthusiasm and knowledge that do the job right
Plenty of rooftop tents sell those shoe pockets to place outside the tent. Even Decathlon sells those pockets separate so you can add it to tour existent tent.
I have a James Baroud and the best thing they have (besides quality) is the tunnel that can be used combined with their awnings. Guess it's not easy to get one there but they are great tents. And the ladder issue is not an issue for ages in Europe, almost every tent producer uses those ladders for years now.
The stove/fridge setup is great, very clever system.
Antifreeze - I live in Central America. Car owners and their mechanics many times don’t use antifreeze because we live in a tropical climate. - Yes, as a consequence they have coolant related issues on their vehicles.
Checking rubber hoses - squeeze them with your fingertips. If you feel a U under your fingertips they are OK. But if you feel a V under your fingertips that is where your rubber hose will leak in a near future. This is especially easy to find at the outer bend of a hose.
Very educating
When your brake pads are new your break fluid container is topped up. When it’s time to change the brake pads the container is close to empty.
Oils … Are always cheaper than the parts they protect. I.e., don’t go cheap on lubricants.
Paul Marsh The Legend
Boring. Bait click nonsense.
Ever since I had a car with auto locking I learned the hard way, as you too, to never ever leave the car without the keys. Happy to see you got out of your troubles with only a small window smashed.
next time buy a new jeep in future...if you buy old repairs would follow
Really happy you compiled this, thanks Andrew
awesome video once again, when is this next video of the 2.8 troopy? i get mine in june and i need some inspiration!!!
Outstanding and awesome content as always.Well put out and explained.Thanks for sharing and taking us along
Good timing I was just finishing the old video where you smashed your quarter window panel, still just as good of a story teller
Early chrismas for the 105 with all those boxes to open
Well there goes my morning at work! It sucks that covid killed this.
Did they tell you about the bush conversion from 4WD to 2WD?
I seem to have seen this already. Time stamp says 17 minutes ago, is it a re-upload?
All previous videos combined into a long movie like format
Andrew was venting about SA drivers, he hasn't seen Kenya
What the hell happened to the ep 25 video that was up just now???😠😳
It was a duplicate. video has been replaced.
0:02 @4xoverland Ok 👍🏻😁🙋🏼♂️
It is in my notifications, and I can watch or download it, but it's not appearing in the @4xoverland feed, though😊
All that work for a car with less than 190k miles.
Testing the belt tension by turning it 90 degrees - correct!
Please make a list of recommended and not recommended spare parts
Great work Andrew. You deserve all the best
14:44 😂😂😂 they got you there Andrew !!
Is this re-upload ?
it is a compilation of videos first released in 2019.
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Currently deciding between a Y61 patrol & an 80 series land cruiser, this is a big help to show what to look for, thank you
I am also trying to decide which way are you leaning?
@@sammybeevg tough choice, both ones i'm looking at are in excellent condition
What pants are those?
14:10 is a proper prank :)
Bloody good content!
good looking snorkel
Replay video .
Do a 80 build
Second one?
I will just buy a brand new Toyota LC. I don't have the patience with all this restorations. You said you going to mention the costs and nothing was revealed. I am sure this was a waste of good money.
nice, another long one. such videos inspire for projects more than a series does, cause it sums up. so thumps up!
That quarterlight had to do it no roadrescue, no choice the roadtrip continues .
Looking at the pallet of parts it must of cost a fortune.
Perfect timing before going to sleep
Perfect!