I BOUGHT A NEW 4WD BUT I CAN'T DRIVE IT? NEW BUILD BEGINS!

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024
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    HERE WE GO!
    This was a tough decision to make but the Explore 79 is being sold and we're moving on to the next chapter! I've always wanted to get my hands on an American truck and to be able to build it in Australia is a dream come true! DID I MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE?? LET US KNOW BELOW!
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Комментарии • 372

  • @adamschlecht7326
    @adamschlecht7326 Год назад +17

    I reckon you should do an Australian flag wrap... to represent us Aussies while you tour the USA 🇦🇺

  • @raybourne5781
    @raybourne5781 Год назад +7

    Can’t say the RAM gets me excited….. though I’d be more interested in the tour around America…Nuts & bolts of it all

  • @darrenbroadbent7882
    @darrenbroadbent7882 Год назад +13

    As has already been mentioned, I’d absolutely wrap it in an Aussie flag wrap, but - have one designed so it blends into a USA flag…
    Awesome rig, gonna be a great build and look forward to the content,.

  • @charleineoloughlin326
    @charleineoloughlin326 Год назад +6

    Can’t say too keen on the new vehicle but will be interesting to watch. Love the aussie content but will be entertaining to see something different. For us it’s entertainment that’s free and better then mainstream TV. You are such a great presenter and fun to watch with your great attitude inspires two 50 yr olds to get out and explore so thanks mate. I think it’s a clever business move bigger market good for you.

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the support guys 😄 glad you’re getting out and exploring 👌

  • @kevinbaird2397
    @kevinbaird2397 Год назад +129

    Wrap it in a Australia flag would look insane 🇦🇮🇦🇮

  • @kafmolenaar9706
    @kafmolenaar9706 Год назад +9

    Absolutely love your content bro, big fan. Should definitely wrap your new rig with a sick looking colour with the “Explore life” on it
    Good luck with the ram and heading over to America. Keen to see this build and what you’ve got in store.
    Keep living the dream and explore life 🤙🏼

  • @andrewskidmore5963
    @andrewskidmore5963 Год назад +1

    Best move by any content creator this year 👍🏻 get some white sunraysias on it, nothin more Aussie, and 100% chuck a tuff bar on it, show em what we really do with their American trucks

  • @Dans_RG
    @Dans_RG Год назад +3

    Stocked with this decision!! 🔥 You’re guys take on content in America will be leaps and bounds better then any other content on RUclips! Pumped to see the vids! Good job boys 🤙🏼🔥

  • @cyvilised5150
    @cyvilised5150 Год назад +6

    wrap it black and grey like a reverse 79 !!!! sick!

  • @deanrobinson2149
    @deanrobinson2149 Год назад +1

    I wanna see a full adjustable air suspension setup- grocery getting- standard height, camping- auto levelling, 4x4 max lift

  • @andrewh4935
    @andrewh4935 Год назад +3

    As someone from America, glad to know you your Ram won’t have silly useless 20 inch wheels sticking feet out from the fenders 😅 Also so many overland builds in the states are more live in type camper setups vs live out of tray/canopy. Wondering what your thoughts are on that?

    • @LoneStarOverland
      @LoneStarOverland Год назад

      Exactly. Trays and Canopy's are gaining in popularity here in the States but aren't widely used yet do to the $$$ it takes to get them imported from AUS from my experience.

  • @mitchhermans9741
    @mitchhermans9741 Год назад +1

    37s or 40s, beadlocks, full airride, bushcompany, stainless snorkel, candy red or black cherry wrap with black trimmings 👌🏻

  • @mack86523
    @mack86523 Год назад +1

    Wicked. The power of that Cummins is unreal.

  • @LoneStarOverland
    @LoneStarOverland Год назад +2

    Hey Mattie, always enjoy the content you and the team put out. Excited to see how you build this rig.
    Wise move on choosing the RAM 2500 CTD. Plus, if you do have any issues, it can be serviced by any dealer here in the States. I have had 2 and love them; tons of torque. 37's for sure at a minimum, a full canopy, air bags, bull bar, onboard air system, Redarc solar/lithium battery managment, OnX Offroad or Gaia for navigation, etc. A proper sized winch for that heavy truck is going to be a 15,000K at the minimum in my opinion. Canopy and tray setups here in the States are starting to gain popularity, but still not widely used because they are $$$ to get over from AUS. Slide-in campers are used quite a bit with that truck. The RAM will be a great touring set up, but it is going to be H-E-A-V-Y with the Cummins diesel if you take it off-road. Some of the trails will be tight in some areas of the States, but as long as you don't mind 'pinstripes" then you will be okay. If you and Nav are going to be here during part of the winter for your trip, you might want to consider a block heater for the motor.
    If you guys are going to be around Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, etc., give me a shout through IG and I will show you around.
    Cheers, Big Ears!!🍻

  • @joeymearon7938
    @joeymearon7938 Год назад

    I’m from North America and I can confirm the first thing you need to do is get it deleted so you can roll coal. Once you do that slap a 4’’ lift with some 37’s, a tune and ideally a smoke stack coming out of the hood and you will fit right in mate 🤙

  • @jetset8888
    @jetset8888 Год назад +1

    40 inch tyres, bead locked, 3inch lift. Explore life wrap but in green and chrome gold.

  • @Danno2843
    @Danno2843 Год назад +1

    American here. Make sure you build up that transmission. Rams are known for not liking extra weight full time. 🥂

  • @TinyGoHomes
    @TinyGoHomes Год назад +1

    I have a hummer h3 I’m converting to a nomad rig with a small standing room trailer behind it. It’s great choice because they are cheap and easy to work on. You can swap in a 5.3 quite easy. They do awesome off-road. They also just look cool.

  • @kellbutler5702
    @kellbutler5702 Год назад

    Keen as a jelly bean to watch this build and the America adventures!!!!

  • @nathmac4185
    @nathmac4185 Год назад +22

    Nice build , definitely gotta get an aussie flag/kangaroo , camo flavour over the rear doors with the wrap , give a bit of Aussie decor 👍

  • @wps1150
    @wps1150 Год назад +3

    About time Aussie travel guys started going overseas. There is only so much if Aus you can see.

  • @tysonfry1439
    @tysonfry1439 Год назад +1

    Full exo cage 42" tyres 6" lift with a full canopy setup coil swap it if you can with portals and wrapped black now that a build mate.

  • @aswegrowaswegrow
    @aswegrowaswegrow Год назад +1

    Bloody brilliant, can't wait

  • @Dayforitaus
    @Dayforitaus Год назад +1

    Crazy what you’re doing with only 138K subscribers!

  • @Brooks-97
    @Brooks-97 Год назад +1

    Digging the Ram, can’t wait to see what she’s gonna look like 🤤

  • @bamafencer12
    @bamafencer12 Год назад

    Full size baby!!! Lets Go!!!

  • @Malc664
    @Malc664 Год назад +1

    You can go 40 inch tyres now and be legal in the US. It will be very capable then

  • @keithvowles5864
    @keithvowles5864 Год назад +1

    Mate the US is an untapped market. Their is so much to see and do their. I think it will go off. It’s a dream of mine to tour over there long term and ur style will over there will be awsome.

  • @yvonnepoor1366
    @yvonnepoor1366 Год назад +1

    Use the decal that is on the side of the '79, but change the colours to green and gold.

  • @matthewtomkins8197
    @matthewtomkins8197 Год назад +5

    Finally an aussie heading over not scared to explore the US on there Chanel. Australia is good but the US is off the scale !!
    Can’t wait for this content. This truck build is going to be worth it !!!

  • @russellhodgson2896
    @russellhodgson2896 Год назад +3

    Looking forward to this build, even though I’d never get one. When your finished in the USA, bring it home and tour Australia in it. Would also be wicked to take it up the cape.

  • @st3332
    @st3332 Год назад +1

    Wrap it in a copper/bronze colour. Love ya stuff. Keep up the ripper content 👌🏽

  • @tysonspence4253
    @tysonspence4253 Год назад +1

    I work at a large Ram dealership here in Australia…. Please please get a beefier rear axle… I’ve seen so many Ram rear Axles snapped because people over load their Rams…. Their lack of payload capabilities hiluxs, Dmax, bt50s etc have a higher payload

  • @vanventuressa
    @vanventuressa Год назад +1

    This is going to be insane. Cant wait for this series..

  • @lollmfao9563
    @lollmfao9563 Год назад

    Add a stainless 6” snorkel with a bonnet entry, man that will look sick….explore life wrap with aboriginal designs in green and gold

  • @Dragonface432
    @Dragonface432 Год назад +1

    There’s always going to be haters. The simple truth is how many RUclipsrs are showing the same places over and over in Aus. Yes there is also many in America but I’ve tired to watch a few and just can’t get into them. America has some amazing places and can’t wait to see it from an Aussie perspective. Awesome channel been watching since the beginning and only seen it go from strength to strength. Conquer the world Matty🤙

  • @joesayle2213
    @joesayle2213 Год назад +1

    This is Nutz looking forward to the build !

  • @JP211193
    @JP211193 Год назад +1

    Most American truck build I have seen Wether Australia or America they have these massive lifts and 37s.
    Would love to see a low and wide build, smallest lift you can to fit the largest tyre you want.
    None of this 6inch lift and 35s or 37s bullshit.
    If you can clear 35s or 37s on a 2-3inch lift. Think that would look far better

  • @howesyaadventures5542
    @howesyaadventures5542 Год назад +1

    Should have got a Chevy haha. But defantly 5” lift and 37’s and snorkel then the usual bars fully tray canopy platform and so forth
    Maybe a sneaky delete exhaust and tune haha
    Maybe wrap it like the 79?

  • @trentnnat
    @trentnnat Год назад +1

    Anything other than a Toyota is a win! 👍👌 good choice

  • @puremotionfilms1350
    @puremotionfilms1350 Год назад +4

    Should wrap it 2 tone in green and gold for us aussies!

  • @brodiepitt-owen7584
    @brodiepitt-owen7584 Год назад +1

    Build what you want that’s all good. When you do the end of build cost breakdown can we get a real world price and a out of pocket or sponsorship price. We get that these companies sponsor your builds and that’s fine but let’s put it all one the table so some reality is given to everyone who’s not building $200-300k builds with sponsorship.

  • @mudlovr
    @mudlovr Год назад

    With tha aus limitations on suspension tires consider aev kit ram factory up fit run 40" tire on 3" lift may get past aus inspection as being factory supported

  • @jimmybfcg
    @jimmybfcg Год назад

    Get amongst it this will be awesome love a ram and can’t wait to see the process and finished product 🤙🏼 needs a boxing kangaroo in the wrap somewhere

  • @75seriesmate
    @75seriesmate Год назад +1

    MATTY!, that’s not a car that’s a whole ass road train😂 but awesome choice man. You know what would make this rig completely unstoppable…. Put a tiny SpongeBob character on the middle of your bullbar…..

  • @elijahm3172
    @elijahm3172 Год назад +2

    I honestly can't wait to watch some American content, keep up the good work. Cheers.

  • @nathanbuck3496
    @nathanbuck3496 Год назад

    Little disappointed mate, that 79 has made you famous here in Oz and would have been good for you to showcase what your all about and what most Australians tourer in.
    Either way, can't wait to see this build and good luck with the US trip.

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад +1

      We tried mate I wanted the 79 there badly but can’t get it in

  • @christied3645
    @christied3645 Год назад +1

    You can make it look Aussie / QLD without the flag - how about using something like the blue/water design that you used for the ‘all the gear, no idea’ fishing shirts? That would look fantastic on a wrap without the jingoistic factor of the flag ☀️

  • @andrewhowells3522
    @andrewhowells3522 Год назад +1

    cant wait!!!!!

  • @alexstokes8949
    @alexstokes8949 Год назад

    Don’t sell the 79 you will miss the reliability still a nice truck mate 👍

  • @jakesnider2102
    @jakesnider2102 Год назад

    In America we add turbos! Compound turbo for better towing.

  • @Blake-zl1mq
    @Blake-zl1mq Год назад +1

    Put heaps of 12v camp lights and driving lights

  • @jannesetsebeth4916
    @jannesetsebeth4916 Год назад +1

    Was hoping for touring Africa next 😂 will need the Cruiser for that again though lol

  • @caillinharris
    @caillinharris Год назад +2

    👍🏻 sic can’t wait to see stuff the others that complain they can’t afford Matty has worked his ass off to do this maybe those people should do the same.

  • @thajuice0
    @thajuice0 Год назад +1

    Olive drab color wrap and go big for America, put it on 40’s!!!

  • @CarlosDias74
    @CarlosDias74 Год назад

    Hater’s are just that…
    If people come in here to see how their next car behaves then you’re on the wrong channel, as the name states, people here Explore Life and they’re making great content.
    Just keep on going!!

  • @aydenbrodsky9551
    @aydenbrodsky9551 Год назад +1

    Yewww, yeah the boys lesssgooo

  • @TyFenwick
    @TyFenwick Год назад +2

    Poooo RAM thought you were cool matty 😂 Get a Ftruck next time ! Jokes aside pumped for you dude, we’ll done !

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад

      Cheers mate maybe an f truck when I’m back in aus 😏

  • @buckfastabby
    @buckfastabby Год назад +1

    Unreal mate! Curveball at its absolute peak! .. get some hydraulics on that suss 🤣 looking forward to the build and the US content 👍🏻 good on ya!

  • @rickyvella93
    @rickyvella93 Год назад

    If you're looking for new creators we're about to head off on a trip around Aus! Keen to create some content of our trip!

  • @joshuajohnson4800
    @joshuajohnson4800 Год назад

    Its a Fullsize Ram. 37s in the US are baby tires. 40s with AEV flares
    or bust.

  • @djjames6576
    @djjames6576 Год назад +5

    Well done guys. Living up to your name. To be honest, another Landcruiser build to go around Australia has been done to death. Time to switch it up like you are doing. Awesome and can't wait. Cheers team.

  • @scotthepburn69
    @scotthepburn69 Год назад +3

    Yeah I agree mate Aussie flag rap would be awesome, love what your doing matty, can’t wait to see the end result and looking forward to seeing you and the crew in America. Keep up the great work mate, love the channel.

  • @Tysmopars69
    @Tysmopars69 Год назад

    I’m a Huge Mopar fan so this is freakin awesome tell me I can get this truck after your adventure is done 🤝🤙😁 Of course delete the exhaust dpf system then hook your EFI programmer up throw some 40in tires on it so that you have all the clearance that you will need for every occasion, tint the windows , rowdy steel bumpers with freedom winch tucked behind the bumper so it’s not exposed and sticking out all goofy

  • @davidvanbreda9056
    @davidvanbreda9056 Год назад

    Bl@@dy epic mate!
    Love the idea (Traveling USA), love the truck and absolutely LOVE that big Cummins!
    Can't wait for the episodes to come in.
    Don't miss a thing please, show it all!

  • @craigjensen4179
    @craigjensen4179 Год назад +1

    Great stuff mate. Work hard Play hard.
    I'll never have a build like that but I can still watch and dream.
    Keep up the great content

  • @Nicholaswilms17
    @Nicholaswilms17 Год назад +3

    A blue wrap would be sick

  • @landcruiser_fan2234
    @landcruiser_fan2234 Год назад +1

    Have the paint on the RAM the same as your 79 and the patrol. that way all your vehicles are in uniform.

  • @lambert454
    @lambert454 Год назад +2

    Stoked for this news! Two things, explore southern Colorado and find some Carli suspension for the ram.

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад

      Cheers mate will look into it 👌

    • @lambert454
      @lambert454 Год назад

      Silverton, CO has some BIG backcountry loops that will blow your mined! Blackbear pass, Imogene pass and Poughkeepsie Gulch are all high elevation (3,500+meter) trails. All “doable” in a full-size truck if it’s built.
      Looking forward to see what you guys come up with on the build!

  • @jescowan26
    @jescowan26 Год назад +1

    vegemite wrap, with solar fridge

  • @fizz4864
    @fizz4864 Год назад +14

    Can’t wait Matty , going to be a ripper year for ya mate 🤙

  • @rickfranke4886
    @rickfranke4886 Год назад +3

    Love it mate, congratz. Have fun doing your own build. Looking forward to it!

  • @michaeljonesy484
    @michaeljonesy484 Год назад

    Would love to see a mild Aussie theme wrap so that she stands out in the states

  • @maryjanedavidson2804
    @maryjanedavidson2804 Год назад

    subsribing as I was just watching you on "Off the Ranch" with Matt.

  • @william6815
    @william6815 Год назад +1

    4inch 37s boss alloy tray canopy and of course it’s not American without a 50cal mounted on the back window

  • @mathewdurda4686
    @mathewdurda4686 Год назад +1

    Love the content. Been missing Nav though, hopefully he is back soon

  • @william6815
    @william6815 Год назад +1

    Yes finally someone going to the US and not for a month for basically a year!

  • @michaelreis5398
    @michaelreis5398 Год назад

    Well if you're taking an Aussie built RAM it's going to need an Aussie Flag Wrap 😎!

  • @jonathanmallinson4222
    @jonathanmallinson4222 Год назад +2

    Why import it to Australia only to send it back to the states? Wouldn’t it have been easier to pick one up over there for a lot less $$$ and have all the gear sent over there?

    • @dansdmaxtravels2839
      @dansdmaxtravels2839 Год назад +1

      I assume it's because America doesn't have the amount of stuff we have here available for kitting out a 4x4. Even things like Aluminium canopies aren't done really that much over there.
      Plus I am guessing from what Matt has said, he wants to kit it up as an Aussie version of an American truck to show them what we can do.

  • @kevinreuter61
    @kevinreuter61 Год назад +1

    i agree wrap in the Australia flag that wood look grate

  • @MADBONE0
    @MADBONE0 Год назад +1

    NEED THAT BIG GVM
    And the license for MR and MC 4.5T or 6T towing capacity is the only way for big Explore life

  • @rockysouthflorida1707
    @rockysouthflorida1707 Год назад +3

    Frigging Awesome bring some cold Larry's and I'll take you to my Fav camping spot in Florida! LOL! Ft. Desoto park in Tampa Bay, St. Pete. camp right on the gulf, lot's of water activities and you party like a Yank and chase the racoon's at night! See you in Florida Mate! Congrats on the RAM! Cheers from the States!

  • @carliecumner2100
    @carliecumner2100 Год назад +1

    Kale doesn’t look impressed to be working on the truck, could be the time frame?

  • @roocrew86
    @roocrew86 Год назад +1

    Genuine question, if you needed a Lhd ram why not buy one in the states for like half of what it costs in aus?

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад +1

      Difficult to get all the gear we want shipped and installed properly in time

  • @gregbaker6885
    @gregbaker6885 Год назад +1

    Should have grabbed a Tacoma. Wrap and Aussie Flag on the Bonnet

  • @deadpool3636
    @deadpool3636 Год назад +4

    love how your always bringing different content...

    • @callandavies6273
      @callandavies6273 Год назад +4

      Yeah I can’t think of any other channel that builds 79s, Rams and uses Instagram models in g-bangers as click bait 😂
      A real pioneer!

    • @deadpool3636
      @deadpool3636 Год назад +2

      @@callandavies6273 your the one watching...

  • @shannoncaldwell4971
    @shannoncaldwell4971 Год назад +5

    So excited for this build

  • @SolidSnake-
    @SolidSnake- Год назад +1

    “Aussie destinations unknown” have a wicked big truck setup.

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад +1

      Yeah epic truck 👌 we filmed a rig review on their last one and was super impressive

  • @andrewheadland9341
    @andrewheadland9341 Год назад +1

    2 tone grey Camo with the Aussie flag on the roof 👍🍻since the roof is covered throw it on the bonnet or tailgate also Matt red badges

  • @mikas4x414
    @mikas4x414 Год назад +2

    Absolutely froth the idea of content in America I feel like a lot of other Aussie creators should do the same 🤤

  • @FiveAngelsOutdoor
    @FiveAngelsOutdoor Год назад +1

    Hitting all 4 EXPOs will be awesome. Hope to meet you and the crew at one of them. That big RAM will really have to squeeze into trails once your get east of the Mississippi!!! Will you have any trail ride meetups?

    • @theexplorelife
      @theexplorelife  Год назад +1

      I'm not sure yet but we'll give anything a go once 🤙

  • @brentmcd12
    @brentmcd12 Год назад

    6.7L nice ! 🛻📹😎🤙

  • @kelvinnayler1686
    @kelvinnayler1686 Год назад

    Yep as said by others I’m sorry but you’ve probably lost me as well. I would never be able to travel America so why would I want to follow you do it.
    Enjoy your trip and I’ll catch up to you in 8-10 months time!

  • @holgermuller2987
    @holgermuller2987 Год назад +8

    Sorry mate,
    Good luck for the future
    Buying a 2500 RAM lhd in Australia 😅😅😅
    You lost another subscriber with me.
    Keep the sunny side up!
    Cheers

  • @dogg15
    @dogg15 Год назад +1

    Mate this is epic. Well done🤙

  • @antem77
    @antem77 Год назад +1

    Do whatever you like mate, I'm sure you will have a great holiday in the US😉

  • @chriztinapoihipi
    @chriztinapoihipi Год назад +3

    What a BEAST! So keen for the build and the America series! 😍
    Also wrap colour idea - suuuuureeeeeely barbie pink?? 🤣

  • @davexstuntman
    @davexstuntman Год назад +1

    Yanks have a lot of fluttering Stars and Stripes flags flowing down the side, how about showing our own Straya flag flying down the sides?
    Thanks for the vid 😃👍👍

  • @adamdolby6594
    @adamdolby6594 Год назад +2

    Mate, go over that SCD conversion if you get it done eventually with a fine tooth comb, luckily AUSMV are awesome and have good after sales service. Can't wait to see the build and travels. Take it easy 🍻

  • @chrisgray4239
    @chrisgray4239 Год назад +2

    Exciting truck...exciting adventures ahead!! Should be fun.