Everyday Is An Adventure When You Own a 4x4 JDM Kei Truck [Featuring Honda Acty & Suzuki Carry]

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  • Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
  • We review the last 6 months of owning our Honda Acty Attack JDM mini truck and list a few of the mods + upgrades. This Kei truck has been great for daily chores, hauling firewood and running errands. It is also incredible off-road with low ratio gears and a locking differential.

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  • @OlympicOverland
    @OlympicOverland  Год назад +6

    ruclips.net/video/HpCmDYCu0wc/видео.html this is a video that shows the campers that we have built for the trucks. 👍

  • @user-hf4jm3ul9z
    @user-hf4jm3ul9z Год назад +13

    とても小さな軽トラだけど、使い込むと、頼れる友達になります。
    楽しそうで何よりです。😊

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +2

      Absolutely! My Acty has been through a lot with us, a great friend indeed 👍

  • @Liberty4Ever
    @Liberty4Ever 2 года назад +47

    Absolutely great videography that really shows off the rugged utilitarianism of these diminutive Japanese trucks. This video is the gateway drug to kei trucks. The Acty with 2" lift looks absolutely awesome.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +3

      Thank you! The 2” lift is just about perfect for the tire combo and type of driving I do with it. These little trucks always make me smile and have been as useful as they are fun, definitely one of the best vehicles that I have owned so far 👌

    • @Xitin1987
      @Xitin1987 7 месяцев назад

      do you have a video how to adjust the camber for 2 in lift? greatly appreciated @@OlympicOverland

  • @JW-fq1pp
    @JW-fq1pp Год назад +32

    Found you and your brother's channels after we bought our Kei truck. We've got a '92 with manual transmission and off road mud tires, since it'll be used mainly as a ranch truck. It had less than 20k miles on it. More versatile than a buggy by a long shot, and a ton of fun in the woods.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +3

      It’s pretty cool how versatile and fun these little trucks can be. We have been having a blast with them! With only 20k on yours it should be around for a long time! 👍

    • @sargera1
      @sargera1 Год назад +4

      it was build on the thunking of bigger than a small atv sized flatbed but still sub liter engine , hell they even used it as a firefighter kei truck in japan and also a mini landscape bonsai
      too bad acty is gone so only S and D brand around now

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +4

      @@sargera1 such versatile little trucks, it’s definitely sad that Honda ended production of the Acty. I did hear that they plan on continuing to build parts for the HA4 Acty’s so that’s good news 👌

  • @jamesamber6009
    @jamesamber6009 5 месяцев назад +9

    I love the simplicity and durability, it's way better than today's trucks.

  • @RiccaHaaland
    @RiccaHaaland Год назад +3

    我が家にも、ホンダのアクティがありますよ。引っ越しにも使ったし、家具とかを買う時にも使えるし、本当に軽トラは便利ですよね。
    投稿者さんが、今後も軽トラを愛してくれる事を日本から祈っています。

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +3

      I have really enjoyed our Acty and plan on owning it for a long time. It has been very useful daily for doing chores and also fun for camping. Cheers! 👍

  • @samdavid1978
    @samdavid1978 2 года назад +7

    i learned how to drive in one of these micro pick-up when i was about 13-14 y/o in the 70’s. my dad’s was a mitsubishi.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      That’s awesome! My 10 year old is also learning to drive in ours 😂

  • @GOHSTRIDER1978
    @GOHSTRIDER1978 Год назад +5

    日本の軽トラを愛してくれてありがとうございます! 
    日本では主に農業で活用されていますが、世界では色々な使い方をされていて日本人としても大変勉強になります^^
    アメリカでは25年ルールという法律があるようですが、日本の最新式KEI トラックが乗れることをお勧めしたいです。
    今後も是非素晴らしい動画を期待します☆

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +2

      Thank you for your excellent comment! I would really like to drive a modern Kei truck and taking a trip to Japan would be a dream come true for me. 👍

  • @natei3518
    @natei3518 2 года назад +32

    Love the video. I've been eyeing those mini trucks for quite awhile. Very impressed with how versatile and how those little trucks work. Thanks for taking us along.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +3

      Thanks for watching! If you decide to buy one try to test out all of the different models if you can. They all have unique features and every brand has a different feel while driving. I made a video about shopping for our Honda and show some of the other trucks that we had a chance to to drive. Lots of mini truck videos on the way, cheers!

  • @Mikefestiva
    @Mikefestiva 2 года назад +9

    Great video! Thanks for posting 👍
    We need to take the Kei trucks out again soon 🙂

  • @oby-1607
    @oby-1607 Год назад +2

    We picked up a mini truck after watching Mike with his doing everything. We call our truck Ernie after our Chihuahua.

  • @ukcbtv
    @ukcbtv Год назад +8

    Really getting the urge to try to get a Kei truck imported from Japan - the family had a 4WD Subaru Sumo 1.2L high top van from new in 1988 and it was great apart from being a bit scary in high cross-winds when unloaded. We went on to have two Hijet 6-seaters (2WD) which were ideal for the narrow roads and tiny parking spaces we have in the UK. These 'Microvans', as they were known here, were really popular but faded away, I guess due to concerns about safety in front-end collisions. Old ones are making big money now, with good examples few and far between - import prices looking Ok though. Cheers.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      They are great trucks and the van versions are cool too, we will probably get a van eventually 😁

  • @schadonis
    @schadonis Год назад +4

    Looks like a great time you are having with this fun little car. Glad for you that you have such a good relationship with your brother! All the best from Austria. 😊

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +2

      It’s always a great time hanging out with my brother and the Kei trucks have been so much fun that I wish I would have bought one years ago! Lots of mini truck videos on the way. We are plan on camping with them this weekend 👌

  • @robertsegura6451
    @robertsegura6451 9 месяцев назад +2

    Funny how it makes some trails look wide and others enormous. It must make navigating those narrow trails a breeze. I'm going to do more research and consider buying one of these.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  8 месяцев назад

      They are incredible on tight trails and the visibility is awesome 👌

  • @docjaramillo
    @docjaramillo Год назад +1

    My college roommate was from Lynden Washington… I always thought he was was the real life Spicoli when he showed up a week late and sunburned in his brown Nova and a dinged to hell 10 foot log on the rooftop… when we (I) graduated from school I drove up from the bay to see him and meet his family. It seemed like all of his brothers and cousin were just like you guys. Born on dirt roads but rip around a skate park, and are willing to try to ‘fix’ anything 🤘🤌🏁

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Ha ha thanks Jason! Any day that involves Kei truck driving and skating is a great day for sure! After 2 knee rebuilds I’m really happy to still be able to drive a manual and pop some Ollie’s 😁👍

  • @rizalinosantos2732
    @rizalinosantos2732 Год назад +4

    These trucks proliferate Philippine roads being used for water delivery, construction, and even as passenger vehicle, they prove to be very durable and useful!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      I would love to visit the Philippines some day! Such great trucks, mine has been in steady use since we brought it home 👍

  • @stacyhodgson1051
    @stacyhodgson1051 2 года назад +7

    It’s Shamus warming his buns for me

  • @harryfritter8266
    @harryfritter8266 Год назад +2

    I have the same marmot coat as you. I was on a cycling trip in Montana last year and met a guy with an acty. His had a slide in winter camper that he made from that purple foam insulation panels. He made a box from those and glued them together using carbon fiber dowels and coated it with aluminum sheets. It had a door and Windows and an aliexpress diesel heater and maxx air vent. I think he said the entire thing was 300 lbs. The coolest part was it just slid in and out in a couple minutes. He said even in -30f he never gets cold

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      That Marmot coat has kept me warm snow camping for 2 years now, great jacket! My brother and I are working on some small campers for the trucks at the moment. The goal is light, well insulated and warm so we bought some 2kw diesel heaters for them. I have a 5kw diesel heater in our Dodge camper build and it is awesome!

  • @castanatra
    @castanatra Год назад +2

    I don't know how to explain it, but this video is so satisfying!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comment man! More videos on the way 👌

  • @Faizan9538
    @Faizan9538 2 года назад +30

    only 389 views,this video is amazing

  • @ludo9234
    @ludo9234 Год назад +3

    Impressive piece of kit' i live in England and ive never heard of this vehicle before.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thanks for watching! Kei trucks are so useful (&fun) that I wish they had been sold in more markets around the world. In the U.S. we can import them if they are at least 25 years old. I’m not sure about the import laws in England but it seems like someone would be importing them there too. Definitely a great machine 👍

    • @poruatokin
      @poruatokin Год назад

      Surprised by that statement, my local Honda motorcycle dealer was using two of them in 1979 to around 1983 for delivery of motorcycles. There was also the Bedford Rascal truck and van that was just a Kei truck built under license in the UK with a 1 liter engine. That was back in the 80's and 90's

  • @robertf6523
    @robertf6523 Год назад +1

    It's great that he forgot his headlamp.. that "video light" is doing an awesome job of illuminating that bunker for the video!
    & idk where those bunkers are.. if they're on something like national park land, or private land, but if they're on buyable land I would buy at least one and turn it into a house. literally never need to worry bout a tornado or huricane and probably pretty darn easy to heat/cool with them being in earth and thick concrete

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Ha ha the bunkers would make an awesome house! There is one just west of my place that I have been searching for but last heard someone had purchased it and possibly turned it into a home. It’s kind of a mystery bunker that I had only heard rumors of. They are all over along the coastline out here and I’m always on the search for new ones. Maybe I will make a full video of exploring all of them this spring. 👍

  • @thebigguy8306
    @thebigguy8306 Год назад +2

    Great piece of property, and a fun/versatile truck. 🤔A couple barrels of salt in the bed for weight, and a snow plow. Reminded of the Steyr Puch Haflinger

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +2

      Thanks! I did see another Acty Attack for sale recently with a plow setup, it would be pretty handy. The Haflinger’s are awesome! My brother Mike built a mini Halflinger/Pinzgauer replica awhile ago, 6x6 with locking front diff. 👌

  • @blakeissocool
    @blakeissocool Год назад +3

    really want a kei truck now 😍😍😍😍

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Hi Blake, I’ve had no regrets buying mine! 👍

  • @kuntahide
    @kuntahide 2 года назад +13

    The reason why the Acty Attack is said to be the strongest is that it has an optimum weight distribution, a large ground clearance and super low gear. The lowest 38 horsepower engine among its rivals specializes in stickiness at low speeds and does not slip the tires. Even a big car with power is not comparable to Acty Attack. And unfortunately, the Acty that surpasses this second generation Acty Attack is no longer born.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +6

      I agree! It’s sad that the Acty is no longer in production. They are excellent trucks 👍

  • @johnnywishbone932
    @johnnywishbone932 Год назад +2

    I just subscribed to Mike’s channel. Then I found this one. Subscribed!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thanks for subscribing and welcome to the channel! 👌

  • @GreenRiverRider
    @GreenRiverRider 2 года назад +5

    Always look forward to your videos. You guys are having fun with those mini trucks.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for watching! The mini have been so much fun, definitely wish I had bought one years ago 😂

  • @jerrygoldfuss466
    @jerrygoldfuss466 Год назад +5

    Great video! You and Mike make Rad videos. I love what you both are doing on your channels.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thanks Jerry! I should have another video up next week and really looking forward to getting the new mini campers up into the snow soon 👍

  • @joistein
    @joistein Год назад +2

    Love this small trucks they are so cool.

  • @aaronl4036
    @aaronl4036 Год назад +1

    Good stuff, I watch your brothers channel all the time. I rock an 08 Suzuki GV with a small lift and a rrt. It's gorgeous out there!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thanks man! The GV’s are awesome, I wish we had more compact 4x4’s like them to choose from here. All SUV’s have gotten so big lately, light and compact is my favorite way to travel. 👍

  • @amsimons29
    @amsimons29 2 года назад +2

    I have been looking at getting a mini truck then I come across your you tube and show my wife and she said those are the trucks down the road. My younger brother has a Honda truck and a subraru truck. When I get one it would be great to get with you for setting it up ideas

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      Nice! Yep, we are just down the road from you guys. Try to get one with a locking rear diff if you can. I think they have a Diahatsu (Toyota) Hijet Climber at Motorcycle Warehouse in Portland right now for a good price. Good luck on your mini truck search and let me know if you have any questions. 👍

  • @julesmarwell8023
    @julesmarwell8023 Год назад +3

    nice property., its Japanese its honest dependable. you look after it it will look after you.

  • @kanalisationerstellen
    @kanalisationerstellen Год назад +2

    Back in the old GDR there was a car brand called Multicar, that offered SO much for a minitruck it was impressive. Nowadays they would mostly use bigger cars

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      I just looked up the Multicar, impressive machines! It’s nice to see so many practical features designed into such a useful vehicle. 👌

  • @drewstewart3868
    @drewstewart3868 2 года назад +4

    Cool family

  • @lelandeggleston1041
    @lelandeggleston1041 2 года назад +7

    Subbing for the mini content, love it.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching and the sub! Should have more videos up soon 👍

  • @FrancisMasaba1
    @FrancisMasaba1 Год назад +2

    This is a dope ass video. I just got one of these for my business and this just gave me a lot of ideas!

  • @Ramiz112
    @Ramiz112 Год назад +1

    Dude, these videos are so great. Even tho I just bought the Pajero, I want to buy an attack now. Im addicted. Good stuff.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      These Kei vehicles are so rad! I am always looking at different cars and trucks, definitely checking out those mini Pajero’s. My girlfriend Stacy is constantly checking different ones out too 😂

    • @Ramiz112
      @Ramiz112 Год назад

      @@OlympicOverland man, they are so rad. I feel like an unhealthy addiction is coming on strong. Always looking at them online.

  • @natefrompa
    @natefrompa Год назад +1

    Awesome Channel! Thanks for sharing specifics on mods. Your content definitely helps build the mini community. Looking forward to your next adventure!!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Thanks Nate! I have another video that should be up soon. 👍

  • @therealrealshocker
    @therealrealshocker 2 года назад +4

    This video is incredible, i need a Honda Acty now! Subscribed due to the amazing camera angles and the impressive editing! Thanks for sharing!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for watching and thanks for the great comment! The Acty is possibly the most fun (and useful) vehicle that I have ever owned. More videos coming soon 👍

    • @therealrealshocker
      @therealrealshocker 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland sweeeeeet! I can't wait to see them! Okay... I might be convinced to get one. I am a little worried that I'll have trouble finding a company to insure them for road use in Florida. Did you have any issues with that?

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      @@therealrealshocker I am in Washington state and my insurance company was easy to deal with, I had insurance on the Acty after a quick 10 minute phone call. My brother has a different insurance company but was able to insure his Suzuki Carry fairly easy as well. I would check out some of the Facebook Kei truck groups, lots of info on insuring and registering in different states but I know a lot of guys in Florida have them and I’m sure someone will be able to point you in the right direction for a decent insurance company in your area. Good luck!

    • @therealrealshocker
      @therealrealshocker 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland thank you for the helpful information. I'll check out the FB groups. I'm looking forward to being a KEI truck owner soon! 🤠

  • @n.n.t.9447
    @n.n.t.9447 Год назад +2

    こんなにカッコいい軽トラ見たことない😍

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Thank you! It’s been a lot of fun and very useful. 👍

  • @elliotkane4443
    @elliotkane4443 6 месяцев назад

    Sure looks like you can have some fun with those little things, it'd definitely be more expensive but I think Americans might enjoy our Patrol & Land Cruiser utes here in Australia.
    I suppose its really a different kind of offroading that you're doing, you have some serious limitations but you can probably find a heap of freedom inside those limits.

  • @leonardo29098
    @leonardo29098 Год назад +1

    best mini truck ever made

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      It’s been through a lot and just keeps on going! 👌

  • @semimaru4
    @semimaru4 Год назад +3

    In Japan, it is called a Kei-Tora(軽トラ).

  • @user-vc4mm1nr5d
    @user-vc4mm1nr5d 2 года назад +6

    It ’s a 660㏄ work truck, but
    I consider it the best vehicle.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +3

      I agree, they are great trucks. It does everything that I need and is just really nice to be in. The best!

    • @MisterRichHarris
      @MisterRichHarris 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland the "nice to be in" raises the question, how tall are you? Fitting inside one of these may be an issue for some of us. I asked this question elsewhere but this one here I believe "tags you" so I figure I'll ask again here. Ignore the other question if you reply to this one, and I'll delete the other at another time. You make great videos, most of what we want to see, little or none of the stuff we don't want to see.
      And what an awesome shot of the ACTY on the beach, you really have a good idea for aesthetic, with the 2 inch lift and knobby tires that truck look freakin' awesome!! Thanks for a great vid!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      @@MisterRichHarris Thanks again Rich, stoked to see your comments! I had just replied to your other comment about cab size but will just recap, I’m 5’8” & the Acty fits me really well. My brothers Suzuki Carry cab is a similar size but dash layout is very different. Both trucks have similar headroom which is very good but I have seen tall top versions available. Try a few trucks out if you can before you decide on one, it was helpful to get an idea of overall comfort because they all have interesting differences. If you are really tall consider a Daihatsu HiJet Jumbo, they have a bit more cab room to slide the seat back and your legs won’t feel as cramped. Some of the newer Subaru Sambar’s have slightly bigger cabs too. I really enjoy driving the Acty and wouldn’t hesitate to spend all day running around in it, 55/60 mph on the highway is fine and it’s just as nimble in town as it is in the woods! 👌

  • @entenmanny3061
    @entenmanny3061 5 месяцев назад

    The right tool for the job.
    In Hawai'i, it's effective!!

  • @wildbill23c
    @wildbill23c 2 года назад +2

    Great video...thinking of buying one of the mini-trucks, new or used haven't decided, the new one I was looking at with the dump bed which is something I'd really need for what my plans are with one does have a PTO which runs the hydraulic pump for the dump bed. 4WD with high/low range, and differential lock are a must, with or without AC doesn't really matter that much to me. Looking at the prices of UTV's and adding a cab, one of these mini trucks make far more sense, their hauling/towing capabilities are much better than a UTV, and cost is cheaper...a loaded UTV with a cab, heat/ac is almost $30k, a brand new mini truck with AC, 4WD high/low, and locking diff with dump bed with PTO pump is $24k.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      I agree, UTV prices have gotten pretty crazy and in comparison the Kei trucks definitely make a lot of sense. My Acty is over 30 years old now and everything still works great on it. New or used I’m sure you will find a good one and definitely keep an eye out for one with a diff lock, we use ours all the time. Cheers man & good luck on your mini truck search!

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland I'm sure with your mini-truck being older you've had to get parts for it...how hard is it to get parts and find parts for these here in the US?

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      @@wildbill23c parts have been pretty easy to get with most importers stocking common replacement parts and a few places in the US that specialize in used parts as well. Ebay actually has a lot of Kei truck parts and a few of the Facebook Kei truck groups have cross reference guides for common things like some filters, plugs etc from auto parts stores. I ordered a timing belt kit from Japan and had it in 1 week so even that wasn’t bad.

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland Awesome, thanks. Kind of wondered if parts were going to be pretty easy to get, and was figuring they would be given the growing number of these mini-trucks in the US now.

  • @1800liam
    @1800liam 2 года назад +3

    I've been waiting for this!

  • @CalVlogz
    @CalVlogz 2 года назад +1

    Wow awesome stuff dude! Love that area of the northwest man I’m jealous you get to explore that everyday!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад

      Thanks man! I’ve lived here for a long time and we are still finding now spots to explore. The next mini truck video should be uploaded next week & has a bunch of trails and backroads in it 👌

  • @davidrojastecno
    @davidrojastecno Год назад +1

    Nice video, I love the landscapes and everything, seems really 0retty were you live and I felt jealous of the type of life do you live Semmes awesome 👌

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      It’s a good place and we are fortunate to have the mountains and beach so close. The rainy season is long and it sometimes only feels like we have about 1 month of really nice sunny weather each year but as long as you have rain gear and are willing to get muddy the rest of the year isn’t too bad! Thanks for watching, I should have a few more camping videos up soon 👍

  • @DB.KOOPER
    @DB.KOOPER Год назад +2

    I couldn't stop myself swapping in Toyota Mini-truck axles and either a VW TDI or a Kubota Diesel and some 33's. Thatd be too much fun up here in the PNW and on our property in N.Idaho.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Yeah a small diesel would be sweet. We have an old ALH TDI in our Golf, 320,000 miles and still going!

  • @satoshuji236
    @satoshuji236 Год назад +3

    軽トラはタイヤこそ小径だが車体サイズとパワーはWWW2で重宝されたウィリスMBとほぼ同じで車重はむしろ軽い。だからラフロードの走破性が抜群なのだがそのことをほとんどの人は知らない。

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Excellent trucks and very nimble off-road 👍

  • @elioaugustokumoto4726
    @elioaugustokumoto4726 Год назад +2

    nice truck, i would like to buy one of this here in my country...

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Hello Elio, I hope you will be able to get a Kei truck. They are fun and very useful. Excellent trucks. 👍

  • @pecobaseball
    @pecobaseball 10 месяцев назад +1

    So much fun! Saludos from DR!

  • @JakeGstudios
    @JakeGstudios 2 года назад +2

    Such a sweet lil machine!! Love the vid.

  • @TheGoodTheBadTheRowdy
    @TheGoodTheBadTheRowdy Год назад +2

    Wish they allowed easier importation and use stateside! We just got a '22 hijet and a '23 jimny to use on our ranches in tx and our ranch in az, but are registered to our larger ranch in mxo, only way we could get the newer vehicles! Same with my wifes hilux and s70 landcruiser, which are a 20 and 22 year models.
    My son has an acty like yours, a newer '19 hijet truck with a dump bed, and hes waiting on a 22 sambar I think its called to arrive?

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      You guys have some awesome vehicles! I’ve been eyeing up the new Jimny’s and a Hilux would be sweet. I agree about the importation, definitely wish it was easier and we had better access to the newer trucks. I would probably be pretty broke if we had access to everything sold in Japan! 😂

  • @user-bx5wr9vn5q
    @user-bx5wr9vn5q 2 года назад +7

    Awesome videos and content! Beautiful countryside in the Pacific NW! Keep the adventures going! Are those 13x5 Honda Civic Steelies - 4x100 - no spacers or mods needed on the Honda Acty - other than a slight lift to prevent rubbing? Big fan of the off-road tires inside the wheel wells! Stoked you guy's found what looks to be the perfect tire!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      Thanks! Yes, that is the stock Civic steely size and they fit great without spacers & no rubbing with the Forceum tires. I installed a 2” lift but have heard of people claiming they have run the 13” Forceum tires without a lift and no rubbing but I think it would be pretty tight and would have to rub in some situations off-road. Cheers! 👍

  • @vintagecardcurator
    @vintagecardcurator Год назад +5

    Your videography, story telling and editing is superb. Love the content.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thank you! I have lots of editing coming up so hopefully posting another video soon 👍

  • @scottydouglass1892
    @scottydouglass1892 2 года назад +1

    Looks way cooler with the lift and bigger tires

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      Thanks man, the lift and tires definitely helped off road. It would bottom out pretty easy when it was stock in ruts and over rocks so a good upgrade for sure 👌

  • @ka4172
    @ka4172 Год назад +1

    Amazing littel Adventure!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thanks!

    • @ka4172
      @ka4172 Год назад

      @@OlympicOverland Maybe unstoppabel with mattracks!

  • @jakefr5150
    @jakefr5150 Год назад +3

    This is basically a more useful Kawasaki Mule since it’s enclosed and road legal. If these were normally available in the US, they would have probably sold loads of them.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      I wish we could have bought them new in the U.S.! So versatile with a good load capacity, the heater is awesome in the winter too!

  • @ShotsGamerz47067
    @ShotsGamerz47067 Год назад +1

    Nice mini truck .ilike this video ❤❤

  • @benmcbride3088
    @benmcbride3088 Год назад +1

    Would love to get one of there trucks

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      They are fun, I’ve never regretted buying mine! 👌

  • @HOBODAVE
    @HOBODAVE 2 года назад +3

    Rad video!!! You guys rip in these trucks :) always inspired by what you guys are up too :)

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      Thanks Dave! Looking forward to heading west and skating the Forks park soon, we need to skate!

    • @HOBODAVE
      @HOBODAVE 2 года назад +1

      Cant wait Andy!!!! 👍😊

  • @nokkturtle
    @nokkturtle 5 месяцев назад

    I also live in Washington, thinking of making a camper, maybe I'll hit you guys up for some tips when i do, i know you said if you made another mini camper you would do things a little different

  • @Synic08
    @Synic08 Год назад +1

    Watching these, makes me kinda think the subaru with the rear motor really is the ticket...

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      The Sambar’s are great! After driving them all I would honestly have to say that each truck manufacturer has an entirely different feel to the cabs and the way they drive. They are all really good but it’s just figuring out what truck fits your needs best but a supercharged Sambar with a rear diff lock would be a sweet one!

  • @allanperryman388
    @allanperryman388 Год назад +1

    Living the dream! Nice beard

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Thanks! I had to shave the beard, it was getting too heavy and cutting into the fuel mileage 😂

  • @deresuke2929
    @deresuke2929 Год назад +1

    nice attack from Japan

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Thank you! It has been a great truck, one of my favorite vehicles 👍

  • @ReallyConcerned
    @ReallyConcerned 4 месяца назад

    I'm jealous your acty's are running. My acty is having the 2 solenoid problem in the carb = not wanting to run very well, or idle 😕

  • @CafeRacersBlvd
    @CafeRacersBlvd Год назад +1

    I missed my 4x4 pick up truck. We call it multicab in the PH. Traded mine for a minivan with same 660cc engine.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      The multicab’s are nice! So useful and great traction. We have also considered getting a Kei van eventually. I would like to find one with a locking rear differential. 👍

    • @franciscraig8164
      @franciscraig8164 Год назад +1

      these trucks are literal cockroaches because of how much abuse it can take before it will give up. that same 660cc engine are used on long wheelbase suzuki multicabs here in Davao as smaller alternative for those passenger jeepneys.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      @@franciscraig8164 great machines and they just keep going! Cheers man 👍

  • @cray-z7404
    @cray-z7404 Год назад +1

    I USED HAVE A SUBARU BRAT & IT WAS PERFECT HUNTING VEHICLE AND NOW I GOTTA HAVE ONE OF THESE LIL BADMAMAJAMAS ...

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      The Brats are cool!

    • @cray-z7404
      @cray-z7404 Год назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland I wished I'd never let it go , I kept the seats that went in back incase I ever got another but I can put them in the kei truck... 😆

  • @YTuCas
    @YTuCas Год назад +3

    日本では、軽トラックは、農道のポルシェ、タンボルギーニ、と呼ばれたりします。
    In Japan, KEI-trucks are known as the Porsche of farm roads, Tamborghini(Tambo(rice field)+Lamborghini).

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Nice! The mid engine on the Acty is really balanced, it’s a fun truck to drive in town and on the trails. Cheers! 👍

  • @guynall4025
    @guynall4025 Год назад +1

    Ok I want one as a daily driver here in place of using my jeep all the time

  • @IKEACar
    @IKEACar 2 года назад +1

    Shoukd consider welding the rear diff on the suzuki, my father did it on his LITE ACE & its great.
    I’ll definitely be looking for one lol they are nice

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      He was considering welding the diff but was recently able to track down a rear differential with the locker and actuator. We swapped everything over and it works great!

    • @IKEACar
      @IKEACar 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland thats even better 👌

  • @jarodhara3761
    @jarodhara3761 Год назад +1

    9:09 Now all you need is a wheel alignment!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Good eye, I got the alignment done shortly after doing the lift 👌.

  • @davef5916
    @davef5916 Месяц назад

    do you ever wish you got a tip truck for collecting all that firewood? Im getting close to pullin the triggere on a sambar, even though I rarely go out bush. theyre just so damn cool.

  • @BenHxC
    @BenHxC 2 года назад +1

    Good video 👌

  • @willieramos-zv8ch
    @willieramos-zv8ch Год назад +2

    you got my subscription and like thanks to the lil doggie ....

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      Welcome to the channel! I will make sure my dog buddies (co pilots) make it into the next video 👌

    • @willieramos-zv8ch
      @willieramos-zv8ch Год назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland aaaw thanks yeaah be will look into that .. loved your video and your channel bro!!!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      @@willieramos-zv8ch thanks man!

  • @user-fn7zq1qk2j
    @user-fn7zq1qk2j 8 месяцев назад +1

    Хорошо покатались!

  • @Daaax38
    @Daaax38 8 месяцев назад +1

    my farite thing about these trucks is that the bed usally is the same size or even bigger than modern day american pick up trucks

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  8 месяцев назад

      I have moved an amazing amount of stuff with my truck and it’s hard to beat the day to day practicality / fun that these trucks can deliver. 👌

  • @cray-z7404
    @cray-z7404 Год назад +1

    I gotta have me one ... that's my goal and I want be happy until I have one & my wife wants a van ...

  • @Nobo-ri5yl
    @Nobo-ri5yl Год назад +1

    農道ポルシェ~😂頑張っ下さい。💪💪💪

  • @user-eh6xz5mz9w
    @user-eh6xz5mz9w Год назад +1

    軽トラ4WDの楽しい使い方😁👍💯🌸

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Thank you! The most fun and useful vehicle that I have ever owned 👍

  • @brunoordaz7822
    @brunoordaz7822 Год назад +1

    good kei truck

  • @user-kw2qs6ng7n
    @user-kw2qs6ng7n Год назад +1

    初めまして、最近軽トラダンプカーを購入して乗っています。外国では大変な人気があるんですね😃🎉

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      The dump trucks are great! I still want one with a dump bed someday but the Acty has been a great truck. 👍

  • @MrDylman55
    @MrDylman55 Год назад +1

    good god, i never thought id recognize the local dump in a youtube video

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      😂 the dump with a million dollar view!

    • @MrDylman55
      @MrDylman55 Год назад +1

      @Olympic Overland yessir. aside from the dump and refineries. It's gorgeous out there

  • @robj5503
    @robj5503 2 года назад +2

    I'm loving yours and Mike's content, thanks.
    What year is your truck? I'm looking into getting one.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching! My Honda Acty is a 1991. I’m really happy with the rear diff lock and ultra low gears on the Attack model. I drove an SDX and the 5 speed felt great but for my application I really wanted the differential lock. 👍

    • @robj5503
      @robj5503 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland cheers for the reply and info. I've found a 1996 model truck but going to wait a little and see how the economy plays out. A little chaotic times at the moment. Hopefully I'll join the kei team one day soon.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад

      @@robj5503 Good luck on your search & even if you pass on the 1996 I’m sure you will find a good one when the time is right. 👍

  • @Antique803
    @Antique803 2 года назад +2

    A guys just gotta have fun.

  • @OlympicOverland
    @OlympicOverland  Год назад +3

    Here is a link to another one. More off-road and camping footage with the Kei trucks. Thanks for watching! ruclips.net/video/6HNzl7vAHNk/видео.html

  • @MrRhals01
    @MrRhals01 Год назад +2

    Do you think the lack of a locking rear diff is a big deal? It doesn't seem to hold you back much.

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад +1

      My Acty Attack has the locking rear differential but the standard SDX model does not. I use the diff lock often but with good driving techniques an open diff 4x4 can make it through some pretty difficult situations off-road. My brothers Suzuki Carry originally had a rear locker but it was replaced with an open diff before he bought it. He recently found a used rear locking diff and installed it so both trucks now have lockers. 👌

  • @MisterRichHarris
    @MisterRichHarris 2 года назад +3

    Excellent video! The million dollar question is, how tall are you? And are you comfortable driving the ACTY for any length of time? Thanks

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +6

      Hi Rich, I am 5’ 8” and the Acty fits me really well. I have driven it on my 60 mile round trip work commute a few times and it’s been perfectly fine. I use it a lot in the woods but it is my main runabout for weekend trips to town which is a 10 mile highway stretch from my place. 55/60 mph is great and the truck will go faster but I typically keep it in that range on the highway. I have spent all day exploring dirt roads and running around out here on the coast in the Acty and it’s far nicer to be in than I expected, I actually really prefer driving it. Friends of mine in the 6’ tall range have all fit in the cab with decent headroom but I could see going for a Daihatsu Hijet Jumbo for some extra leg room if the Acty cab feels cramped to you. Cheers and thanks for watching!

  • @terricruz6885
    @terricruz6885 2 года назад +2

    Are they allowed on the freeway? I have a mini Honda Kei van on Guam . Thinking about shipping to Washington.. they are sooo much fun to drive!!!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +1

      The vans are awesome! Yes, you can get standard plates for it in Washington and it can be driven on the freeway, I will be doing my 60 mile commute for work in the Acty today and most of it is highway driving 55/60 mph. 👍

  • @FEETERPLAYS
    @FEETERPLAYS Год назад +1

    Nice car

  • @josefilho217
    @josefilho217 Год назад +1

    very Good.

  • @mikethompson5966
    @mikethompson5966 2 года назад +2

    sweet truck!! nice to see an acty in the snow! i do a lot of ice fishing and thats pretty much my dream truck!
    1:37 salmon im assuming? damn man im jelous af. if those are rainbows im shi!!ing myself. *sub'd*

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for the sub! Yep those are salmon but I have seen some pretty big trout in Lake Crescent west of where we live. The Acty's are great trucks! keep an eye out for the Attack model, the locking rear diff and ultra low 1st/reverse are great offroad!

    • @mikethompson5966
      @mikethompson5966 2 года назад +1

      @@OlympicOverland will do forsure! Thanks! you need to film some fishing!!

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  2 года назад

      @@mikethompson5966 👍

  • @kusinanitheetha9736
    @kusinanitheetha9736 2 года назад +1

    JDM number 1

  • @rhubarbpie2027
    @rhubarbpie2027 Год назад +1

    The proper way to store boots in a Kei truck is upside down, between the cab and cargo rack. 😅

  • @elioelias7267
    @elioelias7267 3 месяца назад

    Excelente

  • @deathraydave
    @deathraydave Год назад +2

    What exhuast is on the gray suzuki one? (I searched the comments but couldnt find an answer)

    • @OlympicOverland
      @OlympicOverland  Год назад

      Hi Dave, the grey Suzuki Carry is my brothers truck. The truck came with a poorly routed exhaust from the previous owner so my brother made a new exhaust setup for it. The side exit keeps everything up high for clearance and the silencer/canister is from my old Yamaha WR250 dirt bike.

  • @philb3673
    @philb3673 7 месяцев назад

    Awesome trucks! I think i need one over here in the uk. What size are the forceum tyres?

  • @Minidotshop
    @Minidotshop Год назад +1

    That Cool