"No Harm in Trying". Aussie Dream Tourer's first trip begins.

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  • @mutemiz
    @mutemiz 2 года назад +2

    it is illegal how relaxing watching this is

  • @Ged
    @Ged 4 года назад +148

    So fun to see things through Gwynn's eyes! She is really such a delightful positive person.

    • @operationcontingency
      @operationcontingency 4 года назад +4

      Completely agree. She stole the show!

    • @calsurflance5598
      @calsurflance5598 4 года назад +1

      Fantastic video series. Had you ever considered dual rear wheels to help with the weight, and top heavy tendencies. Would this incite additional taxes in Australia?

    • @calsurflance5598
      @calsurflance5598 4 года назад +3

      Thank you for taking us along with you on this adventure! It was like we were there with you, only without the campfire smoke. We have enough smoke here in California!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @deserthawk4178
      @deserthawk4178 4 года назад +2

      This man is a born salesman...he’s even got me excited about that log. 🤣

    • @SuperCaptbob
      @SuperCaptbob 6 месяцев назад

      But she is the brain lolol😊

  • @guillermon5152
    @guillermon5152 4 года назад +17

    I just have to say, that I felt happy seeing you and your wife enjoying your truck camper and the great outdoors in the Australian bush, I think its the happiest II have seen you on video. Simply brilliant

  • @justinmcroberts4633
    @justinmcroberts4633 4 года назад +2

    I watch many different touring, boating, and offroad travel shows on youtube, whether they are using trucks, motorcycles, catamarans, whatever. You're the only one that captures those moments when you're out on the road/trail and you notice the little details within the area you are in. There's something mesmerizing about stopping in the middle of nowhere and just listening to the world turn. There's really nothing like it. Its the reason why I love camping in the wild. You become connected to the Earth for that evening.

  • @dantheman6159
    @dantheman6159 3 года назад +3

    You should do more trips with Gwen. She is such an amazing person. So lively and still has the child like charm. Perfect couple you two make. Loving your videos mate.

  • @slateslavens
    @slateslavens 4 года назад +3

    Andrew, there's only one problem I have with your videos: I _have_ to watch them. They're so much fun and so well made that when one pops, I drop everything to watch. The problem is that right now, while I'm watching this, I'm _not_ out in the driveway sorting out an issue with the headlights on the jeep. I'm not out driving the backcountry of northern Idaho.
    You are a scourge upon my progress, but I love you for it.

  • @andrewjones-productions
    @andrewjones-productions 2 года назад

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video. The discussion you both had about the layout of the kitchen and placement of things was INVALUABLE insight. Thank you to you both for entertaining me for the 32 minutes and 4 seconds of this video.

  • @Afromac
    @Afromac Год назад

    Vehicles and overlanding aside. I am coming to learn that the people close to you ( family and friends) are very important olin helping you achieve anything.
    Personally I really appreciate that my wife is also my business partner, even though our tiny enterprise does not qualify to be an actual establishment. But I appreciate talking to her and sharing my passion and how her enthusiasm drives me to not just work harder but also enjoy my work.
    Happy family, happy life 😊

  • @eathon23
    @eathon23 4 года назад

    Been a fan for over a year now. I watch the 26min videos easily. Watching you and your wife engage and enjoy sharing your love for 4x4s and overlanding...that’s what it’s about man.🇳🇦

  • @jmarsison4191
    @jmarsison4191 4 года назад +1

    Your happiness is infectious. I smile from ear to ear after watching you guys. Gwynn is a breath of fresh air..looking forward to many more videos. Keep up the great work Andrew you inspire us all. Thank you.

  • @davidhumber47
    @davidhumber47 3 года назад

    You pulled my heart in with the reveal to the family... Beautiful ! 👍

  • @travelingwithjoe216
    @travelingwithjoe216 4 года назад +4

    I’m truly enjoying watching the pure, 100% joy you are sharing with each other in this adventure. Looking forward to seeing more.

  • @DonegalOverlanding
    @DonegalOverlanding 4 года назад +1

    Really enjoying the videos, its lovely to have Gwyneth involved, keeps conversation nice and natural and it feels more like we are with you, than you narrating in post. Looking forward to your cliffhanger going up that hill!

  • @ralphvanthoff
    @ralphvanthoff 4 года назад +10

    Andrew, I mentioned in your previous vehicle weight episode, have you considered using the already free and available watermaker on your Landcruiser? Since you've concluded an AC is an indispensable piece of kit on the LC, you should tap into that. It would save you carrying tons of water, or at least a hundred kg on an extended trip. I've successfully used the condensation water for up to 6 weeks at a time, and only carried drinking water. I would not recommend drinking it, but it is otherwise very clean, odorless water that can be safely used for cooking, washing, showering, dishes etc. All I used was a modified wiper fluid container installed under the drain outlet and the smallest available marine bilge pump with float switch to pump the produce water back into my 40 ltr water tank tank at rates of between 5 and 15 ltr an hour depending on time of the day, humidity and whether you use the AC on recycling or fresh air mode. Another way around would be with a reservoir with an electronic low level alarm. The level signal can be used to trigger a small pump (with or without delay timer) to start pumping. Heck even get a tank with high and low level alarm to pump into the (now perhaps only 20 ltr) fresh water tank in between those two levels with a little Arduino chip if you wanna go all the way. An overflow was installed to deal with any surplus. I'm sure the German sparky in that workshop you did the electrics could knock one up for you. Another tip for extended remote trips: use one of those black rubberized waterproof roll up bags to do your laundry. Fill with a few liters of water, soap and your dirty nickers and tie it to your roof rack. After a few hours driving your laundry is done with free hot water using the suns rays.

    • @royblackburn1163
      @royblackburn1163 4 года назад +3

      That's a brilliant idea, i'm on it already, and maybe a water heat exchanger in the engine heater circuit for hot water/showers, cheers mate.

    • @ralphvanthoff
      @ralphvanthoff 4 года назад +1

      @@royblackburn1163 Let me know how you go!

  • @jimbojones2457
    @jimbojones2457 4 года назад

    12:33 "slightly nose heavy", i picked up on that Andrew! As an aeromodeller myself who's been building and flying model aircraft for over 10 years i noticed you slipped in thinking this LandCruiser might fly! The passion for flying never leaves you does it mate? But as you know it's much better to be nose heavy than tail heavy! Hahaha i had a chuckle at this and for me it was the highlight of this episode! Love the new beast mate, it's proving to be an excellent touring rig. You need to keep Gwynn on future episodes mate, it has added a whole different dynamic to your content! Absolutely love you both!

  • @myvoiceafrica254
    @myvoiceafrica254 4 года назад +8

    Been waiting for this all my life. Your family's reaction is awesome. The dream tourer is amazing. Gwynn complements you in a great way.

    • @bosse641
      @bosse641 4 года назад

      He is very lucky to have such a fine partner in life.

    • @bigjimnycub9582
      @bigjimnycub9582 4 года назад +1

      @@bosse641 You only see one side of the story. Everyone has ups n downs, not natural to be happy all the time.
      But agreed a nice couple on the face of it 👍

  • @408SPLKINGS
    @408SPLKINGS 4 года назад

    Bravo congratulations to you Andrew & Gwynn. Amazing Land Cruiser, holiday, excursion & more importantly your relationship.
    Sir you definitely picked a keeper.
    Gwynn is truly one of kind, her jokes,
    sarcasm, positive disposition, wit &
    brains keep you on your toes but she also keeps you grounded. She's an
    amazing misses. She can pick out a
    good log too..best wishes to you all.
    & stop babying that Land Cruiser.
    Keep the tires turning, beer cold, food hot & your wife warm !!!

  • @philipjooste9075
    @philipjooste9075 4 года назад +4

    Leatherman is one of my all-time favourite companies. I was fortunate to meet and have a chat with Tim Leatherman when he came out to the NAMPO show in South Africa. They had a booth where they repaired any broken product brought to them on-site, and I even got Tim to engrave his signature onto my Wave.

    • @4xoverland
      @4xoverland  4 года назад

      I was going to buy my new one in Oregon, Leatherman's headquarters. But alas, no travelling this year.

  • @harveysmith100
    @harveysmith100 4 года назад +6

    A couple of times, once at the water crossing and one other, a feeling hit me that I haven't felt since Africa, nothing else in the world mattered apart from the enjoyment of that moment. Need to get back

  • @christineayres7094
    @christineayres7094 4 года назад +1

    Amazing what can be done when you have an idea and a good team of engineers behind you excellent work Andrew.

  • @robertsimpson8791
    @robertsimpson8791 4 года назад +3

    Having the sides of the camper done in the wrap really sets them off, looks great!!!

  • @arcshaw6396
    @arcshaw6396 4 года назад +10

    Your kids did a great job at sounding enthusiastic 😅. Brilliant vehicle by the way (for real)🙌

  • @jemty9564
    @jemty9564 4 года назад +2

    Bloody awesome guys, it was so enjoyable to be there with on this trip. great rig and we love the way you and the missus work out the setup . cant wait for the next upload Cheers From two West Aussies stuck in Saudi

  • @nevillechisholm6540
    @nevillechisholm6540 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for sharing your sojourn with us. We are currently in lockdown here in Melbourne Victoria and I am envious of your untethered freedom. Love the rig. I don't know that I could traverse those steps every time I wanted to go lie down. A good quality double swag or a couple of singles under an awning extension and on a ground sheet for me seems a little easier. Enjoy your journey. Looking forward to some forthcoming adventures. Safe travels!

  • @janibakhtiar
    @janibakhtiar 4 года назад

    Andrew you are an inspiration, and Gewnnie is amazing too, we definitely need more of her on the channel! Keep on rolling and keep the adventures coming! 👍🏽

  • @ronhughes1805
    @ronhughes1805 4 года назад

    Great video and Gwen is spot on about changing scenery as we have found it never gets boring. Safe travelling.

  • @12cm32
    @12cm32 4 года назад +1

    So happy to see you happy.

  • @marionmackenzie9702
    @marionmackenzie9702 4 года назад +3

    I am so enjoying your videos. Our slide on camper - very similar to the Tommy - is still being built. We too love the remote areas of Australia and are looking forward to following your travels.

  • @stevemullen2125
    @stevemullen2125 4 года назад +2

    This is so good.. Moving to Queensland soon hopefully figuring how to get there due to the pandemic.. we have just bought our first 4x4 and are starting to mod it for these kind of trips together. We find your videos very inspiring and have learnt so much from all your playlists. Thank you so much!!

    • @Alan.livingston
      @Alan.livingston 4 года назад +2

      Steve Mullen You are going to love Queensland. Just sayin.

  • @freetasman4271
    @freetasman4271 4 года назад

    The journey to the unknown is the best part of overland life. Thank you both for sharing.

  • @12cm32
    @12cm32 4 года назад +1

    Thank you.
    Everyone wants something for nothing today; I appreciate what you show.

  • @FryNOR
    @FryNOR 4 года назад +1

    The 4K footage looks absolutely wonderful, watching this on a big screen 4K TV is amazing.

  • @zoezoe610
    @zoezoe610 4 года назад +1

    Thanks that was great to see you both out there enjoying our country.

  • @nowukkas2472
    @nowukkas2472 4 года назад

    I’ve read just about all of the critics etc, but with this video I’m hoping it silences a lot of them. This vehicle is close to perfect for the trips you plan to do. Most importantly it allows you to travel comfortably for extended times with Gwynn, who is as big a character as you! I’m not a big 4wd adventure person but you’ve opened my eyes!

  • @darkoampem
    @darkoampem 4 года назад

    3 minutes in and I want to emulate so many things about your build. Amazing.

  • @bradwooten4272
    @bradwooten4272 4 года назад +2

    I love it all! I really like the paint job, especially on the camper hatches! And I have placed the Australian outback on my life to do list; gorgeous country!

  • @hamishdavidson3368
    @hamishdavidson3368 4 года назад +5

    When you get further North and its been raining beware going down a grade off through the table drain like you did. It can get instantly soft. Your truck has turned out brilliant👍 Good videos as always.

  • @MatthewLowryUSA
    @MatthewLowryUSA 4 года назад +1

    Loved watching you work through sorting things around the vehicle with your wife. This is a great video.

  • @TheJimmythecorkscrew
    @TheJimmythecorkscrew 4 года назад +6

    Simply brilliant rig. Lovely to see you both enjoying getting out and about. Love your informative and interesting videos

  • @Ben-xy3jn
    @Ben-xy3jn 4 года назад +35

    You’ll have to watch that GVM when Gwynn has finished picking up her rocky souvenirs... 😂

  • @debradavidson7627
    @debradavidson7627 4 года назад

    Hi...first time here. I loved what I saw and as a woman I did enjoy seeing gwyenn and listening to what she had to say. She is beautiful..such a lovely soul! Can't wait for more videos. Thank you both.

  • @heathwellsNZ
    @heathwellsNZ 4 года назад +31

    Wow, the timing! I've just watched Graham Cahill's post (4WD-24-7 channel) of his "AUSolo" trip to Murchison House Station in the Kalbarri area... it's staggering to me however that while Graham's video is western Australia too... it's still soooo far away from you guys!

    • @WesternAustraliaNowAndThen
      @WesternAustraliaNowAndThen 4 года назад +3

      Good day today :)

    • @mark2073
      @mark2073 4 года назад +3

      Yeah me too. I'm more Aussie than most Aussies with all these Aussie 4x4 videos I watch.

    • @e210dall3
      @e210dall3 4 года назад +1

      snap

    • @ecnavttocs
      @ecnavttocs 4 года назад

      I loved the contrast too... great content different view points

    • @danieljones5771
      @danieljones5771 4 года назад +4

      Graham and Andrew should meet up and do a combo video

  • @simonhjc
    @simonhjc 4 года назад +1

    This is your best video yet. Your OH has a wonderful positive energy, the build looks brilliant and incan totally relate

  • @BeeFus6541
    @BeeFus6541 4 года назад +1

    Nice to see the rig hit the road.. Enjoy many trips.. its turned out all right, you will no doubt make changes once you live out of it for a few weeks.. love the title "No Harm in Trying"

  • @astrogypsy
    @astrogypsy 4 года назад +3

    Congrats Andrew. What an achievement! I can't even be properly jealous when I think of how you got here.

    • @gerdacoonan7250
      @gerdacoonan7250 4 года назад +1

      That's a brilliantly profound statement of fact !!. Cheers.

  • @21Dyno
    @21Dyno 4 года назад +2

    Such an adorable couple. Patiently waiting for the next video 😃

  • @leenderdhoutzager9389
    @leenderdhoutzager9389 4 года назад

    Toyota looks marvelous, good to see you are enjoying the trip, have fun and safe traveling

  • @SuperAJ360
    @SuperAJ360 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful, simply beautiful, Thanks Andrew and Gwynn, my half-an-hour is well spent. cheers!

  • @tiaanliebenberg9698
    @tiaanliebenberg9698 4 года назад +1

    Not only fun offroading adventure stuff but well made videos too! Awesome...

  • @stevenparkin6486
    @stevenparkin6486 4 года назад +1

    I found your YT channel today. Wonderful. With 100,259 views in eleven days, I see you have a large and loyal viewership. I enjoyed watching for three reasons: (1) your journalistic eye and dialogue, (2) my unfamiliarity with Aussie territory and ways, (3) your ages and conversational topics are similar to mine. - Steven, Utah USA

  • @gideonstrydom8242
    @gideonstrydom8242 9 месяцев назад

    I just love Gwynn's contribution to the video content. Please take her with you more often? She's adorable!
    Those rocks you held in your hand are seriously destructive to any tyre!

  • @alexgramatakos4308
    @alexgramatakos4308 4 года назад +1

    Love the videos Andrew, love the build aswell, a couple of things I reckon you should add to it to make the usability better, first put a safari snorkel on it and second, on your rear toolboxes, Run a bit of cable so that the toolboxes open at a 90 degree angle from the box itself and you can use it as a small table to put stuff on 👍👍

  • @drivingparadox
    @drivingparadox 4 года назад +1

    Exciting to see the vehicle used for its intended purpose, that its first fitout is under review :P and Gwynn is along for the ride. The dialogue is entertaining, scenary spectatular and I particularly like the contrast of the camper side door on black and the map. Different perspectives is interesting; the fridge is integral to our breakfast, lunch and dinner so co-locating is the way to go for us.

  • @falconaim5701
    @falconaim5701 4 года назад +2

    Love the practicality of the truck....here's to more long memorable journeys

  • @albrhm
    @albrhm 4 года назад +2

    Love seeing Gwynn in your trips/videos, she makes a person watching ur videos laugh and brings great ideas i.e. fridge!

  • @russouw4x4
    @russouw4x4 4 года назад

    Well done Andrew. The Cruiser is absolutely stunning!!

  • @BillSprague
    @BillSprague 4 года назад

    What a marvelous episode! You both are such fun!

  • @christiankruse5193
    @christiankruse5193 4 года назад

    Lovely. The couple and the trip. Of course the LC as well!

  • @markholtan5696
    @markholtan5696 4 года назад

    Loved seeing the new vehicle on it’s first trip out and seeing you two camping 👍👍

  • @ramolinag1972
    @ramolinag1972 4 года назад

    Congratulations you two !!!
    I bet that Sitting on that log for lunch and admiring everything around you paid all that time and effort on that wonderful work of art that you did on that Landcruiser 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @bennyw9975
    @bennyw9975 4 года назад +2

    Nice video. Very good point about the fridge- never really thought of it that way, I guess you always place it with the food because that’s what your mind associates it with

  • @sunnyscreamer123
    @sunnyscreamer123 4 года назад

    That is so beautiful! Congratulations on the vehicle! And one can tell you are really enjoying... 💚

  • @bosse641
    @bosse641 4 года назад +1

    So exciting to see how it performs ahead.

  • @dxbmick
    @dxbmick 4 года назад +12

    Andrew (setting the camp site): "Are we flat?"
    The whole area/region/state/country is trying to comply.....successfully!

  • @NayNayNV
    @NayNayNV 4 года назад

    I love that you and your wife are traveling together in that beautiful rig of yours. I am going to enjoy subscribing to this channel.

  • @seanoreilly6551
    @seanoreilly6551 4 года назад +1

    The rig is a propper overlander with everything you need. The beauty of Australia despite everything being closed it's such a big country there's always somewhere.

  • @TimsBitsnPieces
    @TimsBitsnPieces 4 года назад

    I loved it.. "Your better shots are always with the lens cap off" haha so true. It's great to see a video with just how it happens instead of semi-scripted like a lot of others are these days. A great video and the Vehicle looks schmick. I am taking notes as I am setting up my 80 series as a daily and for turning also, but no RTT.

  • @srw_cricket2976
    @srw_cricket2976 4 года назад +1

    Great post! Can't wait for the next episode..

  • @manusmuller6706
    @manusmuller6706 4 года назад

    One thing I really hate about your videos is that it is just to short.
    Can watch this for hours. Now the wait for the next video ☹ - checking everyday. You guys have such great energy together - love it ! Love the vehicle and setup ! Enjoy your trip !!

  • @gwild4353
    @gwild4353 4 года назад

    Love watching you and your wife. We would love to visit Australia one day 😎. My husband and I are building a trailer for our rooftop tent. Can’t wait to start our new adventure and film them. Michael and Gwen from Alabama.

  • @georgedaniels3683
    @georgedaniels3683 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful video guys and good to see gwyn tour with you

  • @jensbaufeldt7543
    @jensbaufeldt7543 4 года назад

    This is a fantastic build Andrew, I like this one a lot.

  • @SirWilliamGoes
    @SirWilliamGoes 4 года назад

    One of the reasons I enjoy your videos is because you, like me are always looking for the best solutions and the best set up. I will be making custom applications here in the states soon using a combination of my experience and you're tips. One question I have, here lately I have been very keen on compartments. So box for kitchen, box for sleep gear, box for tools / gear. This seems a bit better than having drawers as I'm able to move away from vehicle if needed. Have you had any experience with this style setup?

  • @joshuatoledo8844
    @joshuatoledo8844 4 года назад

    Well just go and see...... Love it.
    Well done. Thank you for sharing. Buen Camino.

  • @craigmawson8668
    @craigmawson8668 4 года назад

    Love your work, Andrew. You've given me inspiration and a lot of good ideas for my rig. I've also got the 79 and Tommy camper (red one and white Tommy on the beach. You've used the pic in a couple of your videos). I've also taken out the back seat and decked it out, that's where we've mounted our fridge, 60 litre ARB on the passenger side, maybe an idea you can use. Keep up the good work. Cheers

  • @SamEEE12
    @SamEEE12 4 года назад +2

    It was very nice to watch this. Thanks.

  • @carlosmurphy4u1
    @carlosmurphy4u1 4 года назад +1

    I've been following Ronny Dahl in Western Australia for a few years and now I'll add you (4xoverland) to my list.
    Looks like great fun, beautiful rig, thanx for the vids.
    Chuck, USA

    • @slateslavens
      @slateslavens 4 года назад +1

      Go way back in his archives and watch those too. Andrew has some great adventures and it'll kill _weeks_ of boredom.

  • @D4NS80
    @D4NS80 4 года назад +1

    She's a real catch mate, wish there were more around like her :) Nice truck.

  • @marksomerville1275
    @marksomerville1275 4 года назад +1

    One of your best Andy & Gwen.....follow your nose to adventure.

  • @megahurts2
    @megahurts2 4 года назад

    If it helps, and your missing a socket/tool, you could always mark the bolts with a paint pen or something to ensure they dont back off further.
    Also an easy check vs maybe needing to take out all the tools :).

  • @tomcurry375
    @tomcurry375 4 года назад

    Very well put together video and the music is very fitting in my opinion

  • @gilvietor1918
    @gilvietor1918 4 года назад

    Your wife is a real sport, great video as always. Always finding out there is a better way to setup your, well, setup.

  • @woolengrappler
    @woolengrappler 4 года назад

    Awesome camper! I love the indoor and outdoor design.

  • @mattcaser6581
    @mattcaser6581 4 года назад

    Awesome video ! So good to see this trip.

  • @Morpheux1
    @Morpheux1 4 года назад +10

    I said it once and I'll say it again, Gwynne brings the best out of you 🥰🥰🥰

  • @julianbendeler958
    @julianbendeler958 4 года назад

    Great video Andrew. Just thought I would add to your routine checks: check the 4 nuts that hold the steering arm on at the bottom of the swivel hub on each side. These are notorious for working loose on these causing the studs to snap. Your whole wheel and hub will fall off if this happens.

  • @matthoskin3572
    @matthoskin3572 4 года назад

    I absolutely salute you Sir for buying/using a MSR Reactor stove!!!

  • @MrThuggery
    @MrThuggery 4 года назад +3

    You and ya missus are a great pair Andrew, nice vid mate cheers.

  • @sbblmb
    @sbblmb 4 года назад

    Top, honest lad, really enjoy following your videos.

  • @leighwilsonartist
    @leighwilsonartist 4 года назад

    What an awesome camper, just found you and have been watching through some of your videos, like your style and wealth of knowledge, good luck on your adventures, will watch along , new sub, thanks Leigh.

  • @jcrownshaw8747
    @jcrownshaw8747 4 года назад +2

    Followed the whole process... so happy for you guys...

  • @psy01
    @psy01 4 года назад +3

    My god i enjoyed every second of this video. Cheers guys.

  • @snyper1401
    @snyper1401 3 года назад

    I love my Leatherman Wave it must be 15 years old now I am guessing I would hate to have to replace it, but Toyota. Like the color and the build is pretty nice too. Good video.

  • @alexanderroch1030
    @alexanderroch1030 4 года назад +1

    Have fun! What an amazing build.

  • @overlandphotography
    @overlandphotography 4 года назад

    Brilliant in its simplicity, Andrew! More please :)

  • @Simonandisla
    @Simonandisla 4 года назад +2

    Great episode guys 👍👍

  • @autoglassmike
    @autoglassmike 4 года назад +3

    The spacer between the tray and camper it seems like you could remove it if you modified the tray roll bar. It would lower the camper save weight and lower center of gravity? Thanks for the channel your a good dude.

  • @TylerMillieWood
    @TylerMillieWood 4 года назад +1

    Splendid video! Thank you

  • @MsandMrspinact
    @MsandMrspinact 4 года назад +11

    That wrap colour really looks great out bush. Have to admit I wasn’t a fan of the colour when I first saw it!

  • @MadMatt4WD
    @MadMatt4WD 4 года назад

    Enjoyed Gwynn's involvement. Great video