5000kms in the Grenadier....We make it to the Gulf and head home!
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- čas přidán 30. 09. 2023
- We have reached our furtherest destination..the Gulf of Carpentaria. We now make our way home. The bone shattering corrugations aren't finished with us just yet and something is going on with the AdBlue.The scenery is amazing and we learn just how far from the water crocodiles can wander.
There's nothing wrong with showing emotion, it show's you're human and care. It's always sad to lose a loved pet, they're part of the family and will be missed .
So sorry to hear about your pup. We just lost our Great Pyrenees, age 11 years 8 months. She was the best, Thanks so much for your series, very informative. We're headed back home after three years in Japan and looking forward to overlanding again in the US.
Thanks you so much. Yes it is always a difficult time and the price we must pay for sharing our lives with these wonderful companions. I appreciate you for taking the time to watch and comment, John
John, incredible journey and vehicle. I'm waiting for my Grenadier in the USA. Watched your video with my GSD. My heart goes out to you, I know you gave Archie a great life and many adventures. Any of us with dogs can relate to your pain, glad you felt you could share with your audience.
Thanks so much Peter, there is somethings that only those of us blessed with having a Shepherd in our lives can feel. John
We follow your travels from the Sultanate of Oman, and with you we got to know Australia and fell in love with its nature and beauty. In fact, I love the Defender and I was very happy when the Grenadiero appeared. I followed your videos to hear your negative and positive comments about the Grenadiero’s performance as a new car, and I only trust people like you because they have actual experience and practical testing of the car’s performance. There is no diesel engine model available here.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate that you are watching and enjoying my videos from the Middle East. We have many friends who have come to Australia from your region. I am currently on a trip around one of Australia's most beautiful outback regions known as the Flinders Ranges in South Australia. Hopefully you will enjoy the videos when I return and post them. I look forward to hearing from you again, John
Thank you for your kind response to my comment about your wonderful adventures. As much as I enjoy your adventures, as much as I benefit from your experience in driving the Grenadier, because I am in love with the Defender, and after the appearance of the Grenadier, I decided to buy one, but I think I should weigh this decision because it is the first version, and there may be errors or things that need to be modified or added, and the modification will not be done until after trying the first version. Therefore, please provide information about fuel consumption, engine performance, air conditioner performance, etc., so that we can benefit from your experience.
Thanks for taking us along, John. Awesome trip in a stunning part of the world. Great to have fine mate along with you too to help with the coldies👍
Sorry to hear about your family dog. Sounds like you a real close bond. Let those emotions out!
Looking forward to the final trip review 😎
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your thoughts, John
Sorry to hear about your dog mate. Chin up and remember the good times. Thanks for sharing
Thanks Michael, I appreciate your comment, John
Still remember when mums German Shepard Max had to be out down 22years ago. I loved that dog!
Yes Wayne, they bring so much to our lives. It is heartbreaking and we don't need to forget them. John
Enjoyed the series and it’s great to see the Grenny in action down under.. Sorry about your dog and I dread the day I lose one of mine. Looking forward to your next video.
Thanks again... we can only enjoy and love them while we have them, John
Think of those great days with Archie... I feel your sadness.
We lost our crazy Labradoodle.... a big boofhead Buddy, and then not long after, a rascal of a rodent Yorkshire terrier we found in Cobar years ago. I am just back from Tasmania - on every trip, I look for a new dog... I think I am mourning the other rascals. Buddy's nose on my foot and his deep intellect and ability to read people...
My Grenadier has left the harbour, and hopefully, they will get it to me soon - it has been 15 months since I paid my deposit - 07 August 2022..
Be well
Thank you. Unfortunately the price of love is grief. Still our dogs give us so much in a way no other human can. We do mourn the loss and that's OK. A new dog will find you when the time is right......
Hope your Grenny arrives soon. I really appreciate your comment and I am sorry to hear about Buddy and your Yorky. John
It,s good, good and good to watch. Thank you
Thanks you for watching and taking the time to comment, John
Emotions prove you are a human being ! Good balanced set of videos 👍
Thank you so much Mike, John
Ive been waiting to get an eastern working bloodline German Shepherd.. haven't even got the dog and dreading the day I lose him. I'm just too horrible with loss 😔 sorry for your loss 🥺
Thanks for the Ineos stuff btw ❤️
My advice is leave the dreading and sorry until the time comes. Unfortunately the price of love is grief.HOWEVER German Shepards are simply the most wonderfull dogs you will have the most loyal and loving friend who will spend his/her life devoted to you, protecting and guarding you and your family.You will have so much joy and that is what you must focus on.Thanks your your words, John
@@cannyoutdoors I’ve always wanted one since I was a child. I’m 30 now, saving for my first home. Watching ineos videos now in the hope of buying one second hand when the time comes that I can afford one.
Thanks again for sharing your journey. Will you be getting another Shep?
I am really unsure if I will. I have had at least on often two for over 40 years, but the grief I am feeling over the loss of Archie.....well I just don't know. Thanks John
I agree that the level of ad blue consumption seems high. Presumably it will be higher when fuel consumption is higher as there will be more NoX gasses to neutralise. If I recall, your average consumption for the trip was over 19l/100km which is towards double the notional 10.5l/100km advertised. So that could contribute to the high ad blue consumption. Nevertheless it still seems higher than I would have expected.
Hi David yes it is high and I will have more to say on this issue. I am sure you are correct re the connection with fuel consumption.John
I feel for you, doggo’s give so much undeniable devotion.
Great series on the grenadier, thoroughly enjoyed it and the travel….looking forward to many more of your vids.
Thank you so much for those comments, the mean a lot to me. John
Awesome Ep guys, and lovely series Well done, And sad to here about your mate you would not be human not to have a cry about that,
Thanks Craig.
Great trip, thanks for showing me that part of the world, I hope to be there someday. I always get emotional at the end of a great trip, but losing a pet is harder than most people give credit to, no need to apologize for that. Thanks again and looking forward to the after trip rundown.
Thanks Dean, I appreciate your comment very much, John
Sorry for your loss. It’s very hard. 😢
Thank you, I appreciate your kind comment, John
Great video John
Thank you, I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment, John
The guys at the Valloire 4x4 show who organise trips to Africa said I would need to take cans of adblue as sand and desert driving can use 2 or 3 times as much. Also I am on 6 week trip around Spain with rtt and my 40 litre Engel fridge plugged into my rear 12v socket no problems, driving most days but sometimes not far. 5000 kms so far no issues except warning lights. Enjoying your adventures.
Hi Simon, I think he is right on the mark with the Ad Blue. Enjoy your trip around Spain, sounds fantastic. Good to hear about the fridge, seems it's all a bit of a mystery at the moment. Have fun stay safe, John
John keep your head up! but don't be afraid and grief and be sad and then think/honor Archie with all the wonderful years you had with him , loosing an animal is horrible but as you say sometimes it is for the best.
Thanks so much Tim for your words, John
Great video John, sorry to hear about Archie, dogs are great companions and it's hard to lose them. Good shakedown for the Grenadier and interested particularly in the AdBlue useage, as that was one of my concerns and it seems pretty high as you mentioned.
Thank you I appreciate your kind words. I will have more to say on this AdBlue issue as I have used hell of a lot...that's for sure. Cheers John
G'day John, I enjoyed your first trip in the Grenadier. Good idea you filmed for evidence the the few electronic issues hopefully the dealer can sort things in a promptly. I'm sorry to hear about your best friend, I feel for you no words can heal the pain. Our dog is 17 years old with a few issues we savour every day. Chin up mate. Cheers Ian.
Hi Ian, how great that you have been able to have the love and enjoyment of your dog for 17 years. Unfortunately Archie is not yet 9 and this disease is not uncommon in Shepherds. It is sole destroying to watch an otherwise perfectly healthy vibrant and beautiful animal loose control of his muscles starting with the back legs. Thank you for your kind words, John
@cannyoutdoors G'day John a friend has had a number of Shepherds over the years, several had the same issues as your dog.
He has since gone to a West Highland Terrier because he struggled with the health issues of the shepherds. All the very best, John👌
Unfortunately he is correct, this was once known as the German Shepherd disease although it can occur in other large breeds. It is a success if you can get your GS to 10yo. on the other hand my Cairn Terrier went to 19! Although I have had shepherds for 40 years I think Archie is the last...I also have a border collie who is a great dog also. (aren't they all?) John
Another great down to earth video. Thanks.
Thanks Dave, glad you enjoyed it, John
Emotion on CZcams! Not common. Thanks for letting us in. Great trip. Great reviews.
Thank you, not that common for me either but sometimes you just have to allow yourself to be vulnerable, Cheers John
Great series, sorry about your best friend.
Thank you David, I appreciate it, John
JOHN CANNY,sorry to hear about your dog, had dogs all my life from being a nipper so no your pain from Steve near Chester England 🏴 where the Roman's once lived atb .
Hi again Stephen, yes it's painful but unfortunately must be faced with our dogs at some time....just a bit early for Archie. John
Hi John. As you know I did a similar trip to Uluru from Melbourne a couple of months ago. Agree with all the comments you have made. Re Ad Blue my tank only had 10litres in it on delivery and I used about 8litres on a 6000km trip. Nb my initial thoughts we that I would get between 10,000-15,000km on a full 17 litre tank. Averaged about 13litres diesel/100km - plenty of dirt road 60-90 km and high speed NT bitumen, so seemed ok to me. Sorry to hear about your dog. Regards.
That's interesting, fuel consumption sound good. Assuming I had 13l in from new I have used 47litres AdBlue in 8700kms.... going to keep an eye on this issue ! Thank you for you words on Archie. John
It's such as sad thing to lose your friend like that. I went through that about 4 weeks ago a week into our trip. No more appropriate time to shed a tear as a tough man. Take care.
Thank you so much, sorry to hear of your loss also...we share the pain, John
Think not of lament for his passing but a celebration of his life. Condolences, solace and good health to you. :-)
I have a friend who owns No 5 in QLD and he'll be interested in this series. Thanks.
Thank you so much for those kind words , it means a lot to me, John
Great vid John. Sending all my strength to you during this difficult time.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it, John
Enjoyed the series. Good balance between the environment you travelled across and how the Ineos performed.
Gutsy effort at the end delivering the news about your dog
Cheers
Thank you so much, some times we just got to be vulnerable , John
Dogs are the best people John.
You bet they are! Thank you so much, John
Good informative wee series thanks, genuine video diary unlike most.
Sorry for your doggo, mine's sitting here wondering why he's getting so many scritches.
All the best.
Thank you, we love them don't we!!John
John you make a great trip with the Grenadier .Mist your dog pitty he is ill.i make a trip of 5000 km at europa ans marocco with my dog in my camper.
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Yes unfortunately my dog has now gone... a very sad time but I have great memories. Sounds like you too will have a great trip and enjoy your dog. Cheers John
Enjoyed your journey John and understand your sadness shared. Love the country, so different from the UK.
Thanks Jerry, Hope to get there one day soon, my wife family are from the UK. I appreciate your comment, John
Sorry to hear about poochy mate, it's never easy losing your best mate. Safe travels
Thanks Eddie, really appreciate your comment, John
@@cannyoutdoors mate it broke my heart watching that. We have our beautiful Rottweiler Eva who has been through a lot recent and I don't know what I'd do without her!
Eddie just love her now! John
You’re a good man. There is NOTHING,like having to put your dog down. I had to put my MANDY, black lab down,this past August. It was my second Lab. But it killed me to do so. I just pray , GOD has her waiting for me in heaven. Great video. I am in America, still waiting for Ineos to get their Shit together. Will buy one once i get to drive one. Sorry for your loss.
Thanks so much Robert, sorry to hear of Mandy. You well know then that the price of love is grief... but we are willing to pay that price. Love the US and have visited there often. John
Hi John, I certainly feel your pain. Loosing a canine friend and the unconditional love that they offer really tears ones heart out. My condolences to you.
I'm still awaiting my G which was ordered May 22 thanks to shipping...however hoping it arrives in port of Brisbane this week! How have you found the dust proofing so far? Hopefully it's as good as your AoR Sierra trailer. I'm looking forward to hitching up our AoR Matrix so would be good to compare notes sometime as we're in the same area. Cheers Norm
Hi Norm, firstly thank you for the kind words I really appreciate them. You must be excited arriving this week, they seem to be getting them through quite quickly so fingers crossed for an October baby!. AOR and Grenadier are a match made in heaven, both really high quality and yes just as dust proof. Love to catch up we might need to form some sort of group! John
Sent you a PM. @@cannyoutdoors
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Thanks Paul, John
Another great vid, really enjoying them. What map system are you using?
Hi Jack, Used Memory Maps for All. Free app then about $100 for all Australian maps incl 4X4 They are Hema maps and you own them forever. Used it on an iPad mini....works really well. Thanks for your interest, John
Over all the Grenadier seems to have performed well. Looks like extra fuel and DEF are important to have on a long trip. The vehicle weight and towing probably can't be improved or changed any. Feel for you about losing Archie.
Thanks David, really appreciate your comment. Yes extra fuel pretty much a must if you're going remote in Australia.... and that what they are good at. DEF probable you can manage but I bought some at home here at a bulk pump for $1.89/L Along the way Supercheap price for 10L was $54...ouch! John
John - how is the wind noise at 100km/h with the rack and gear?
What vehicle have you come from prior to the IG?
Yes, there is definitely wind noise from the rack, probably no worse that any other rack I have had and perhaps a little better. Previous vehicle was a ford Ranger, the Grenny is quiter overall that the ford. Thanks for you interest, John
Hello, more a question about the sierra. How did you decide to mount the extra diesel on the roof? Good vids .
So sorry to see you lost your mate too.
Thanks Rick, much appreciated, John
Well I mulled over this for quite a while. First problem with the Sierra is getting up and down off the roof let alone with 20L fuel. I actually made the racks to take the Jerry cans myself from angle I got from Bunnings. I wanted the fuel at the back as I think these vans are front heavy , still got about 220 on the ball. I Used the ladder supplied for the rear entry (which I don't use for that purpose) put some hooks on the top and two u shaped connectors on the top of the van so it hooks on secure and is safer to get up and down with the fuel. Hope that briefly explains it, John
@cannyoutdoors thanks for the reply. What is the ladder solution to getting in the back?
Hi Rick, I cut down an old aluminium step ladder I had. Nice wide steps.John
Are still on stock suspension and shocks
Yes, as it came. Seems pretty good..and with Bilstein shocks. Thanks for watching, John
Did you work out which part of the fuel gauge is faulty? The reality of how much fuel you had to put in to fill it must have given you more accurate figures surely.
Well I think the best gauge is the remaining kilometres, however it doest update as you go along and sticks on one figure for 10, 20, sometimes 30 kilometres the drops. Its a bit frustrating but I hoping it will get sorted soon, Cheers John
Great video John.
Very sad news about Archie.
Dogs are the best.
With regards to Ad Blue
Ineos saying a range of
10,000 kms from 17 litres ( 588 kms per litre ) is VERY optimistic.
This result possibly achievable in perfect circumstances.
However
That is not the real world.
In stop / start city / suburban driving, I’d say, you will get between 350 to 400 kms per litre.
If u get 6,500 kms on 17 litres, in this situation, u r doing well.
Close to 6,000 kms on 17 litres is more realistic.
Gentle highway driving, without headwind, and no towing and minimal weight in the vehicle, would hopefully get u 550 kms per litre / 9,300 total range.
Weight in the vehicle, and towing etc, will mean less range on each litre of
Ad Blue
Keep accurate records of your
Ad Blue consumption
U will get to know the REAL range of your 17 litre Ad Blue tank, depending on how the Grenadier is being used.
Thanks for that Stephen, I think you are right on the mark. I will work out exactly my usage and will be making some more comment on this issue, John
@@cannyoutdoors
Thanks John,
My figures are based on 5 years ownership of a diesel Disco Sport.
LR also quoted figures regarding
Ad Blue range, which proved to be wildly optimistic…
Luckily I purchased the 5 year Service Plan, at time of delivery, which was only $ 1,210.00 in
June 2017.
This included all required Ad Blue.
The more frequent, then expected visits to dealer, to top up Ad Blue were inconvenient, but, at least I never paid for Ad Blue.
The price of only $ 1,210.00 for a full 5 year / 102,000 km Service Plan, proved to be a bargain price.
It’s a lot more expensive now !
The fuel consumption figures quoted by manufacturers, that are displayed via a label on new cars, prior to delivery, are generally, very optimistic, and not achievable in the real world.
Manufacturer claims regarding
Ad Blue consumption, are also achieved in specific controlled situations / circumstances etc, and, just like fuel consumption claims, their advice regarding this matter, is very optimistic, and not achievable in real world conditions etc…
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BTW
I’m not sure how this works in a Grenadier, but…
In the Disco Sport, once Ad Blue Range got to 1,500 kms
The car would alert u via a warning of the range, on the instrument display.
As the Range gets lower, the warnings are more frequent etc
Once Ad Blue runs out, your car will NOT restart !
When leaving the Metro Area, for a road trip etc, I’d suggest carrying a couple of 2 litre size Ad Blue
“ top up “ bottles with u, in your vehicle.
Don’t get caught out at the black stump, and getting low / running out of Ad Blue !!
The 4 litres of Ad Blue u carry, should get u at least 1,000 kms of driving range, even in harsh conditions etc…
Big service stations sell these
2 litre Ad Blue top up bottles
Make sure u buy a brand / type, that is suitable for the BMW diesel engine, in your vehicle.
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Thanks Stephen, The Grenadier works in the same manner however really interested in your last comment about being suitable for BMW engines. Isn't it just Urea and water. As a matter of interest I purchased 10L at Supercheap for $54 just filled up at a bulk bowser $1.89/L....go figure! John
@@cannyoutdoors
Hi John
I’m no Scientist etc
But
I’m pretty sure that Ad Blue is not just Urea & Water
There are different types
Different mixtures etc
95 Octane fuel is different to
91 Octane etc..
My understanding is that u need to get Ad Blue suitable for your engine
If not
Your engine might consume it quickly
Meaning
Terrible Range
OR
The “ knock sensor “ type of electronics, reject the Ad Blue, and vehicle will NOT drive !
U would need to fully drain and flush your Ad Blue tank and associated pipes etc !
I’d strongly suggest checking your
Log Books / Service Book to c what it says, and call the Service Dept of your Dealer, and chat to them for accurate advice
This could save u much hassle
Cheers. 👍
Hi Stephen, worth checking but AdBlue is just Urea and demineralised water. It is injected into the exhaust system beyond the engine. John
HTF can people not love automatic crusie control?? Best thing in a car on a highway. The muppets slowing down in front doesnt make me have to adjust the cruise control anymore.
Agreed on the highway is pretty good to have....maybe we are just consoling ourselves because we don'r have it and wish we did!!! Thanks for your comment, John
The worst thing about having a dog is having to say goodbye to them.
Yes, the price of love is grief... but worth it. Thank you so much, John
Sorry to hear about Archy very hard loosing you best mate they are always there but you gave him a fantastic life he could not have done better but I will still keep my 100 series turbo diesel cheers
Thank you for those kind sentiments, I really appreciate it. You will do well to hang on to the 100!!! John
I know you mean about putting your dog to sleep i had do the same to my blue heeler 4 weeks ago he had agressive lymphona he anly lasted 3 weeks after contracting it sorry to hear mate.
So sorry to hear that, It is such a difficult thing to do but it is what we must do to look after our loyal friends, Thank you for your comment, John
Hounds will do that to you.
Yeah, it's a bummer alright. Thank you John
I sincerly feel for you John, it is gut wrenching to put down your best mate, I have had to put down my last 3 border collies who all answersd to mate and would walk off the end of the earth for me . The add blue consumption seems a bit high but they do say that pulling loads and off road driving will increase consumption but they dont say by how much ,an issue all new diesels face these days
Thank you so much, you know what it's like.But we love them. Yes be interesting to see what happens with the adBlue, just put another 14L in. Got it from a bulk pump at $1.89/L. The last 10L at super cheap cost me $54...go figure! I really appreciate your comment, John