Is it time to move on?
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- čas přidán 21. 07. 2024
- Following on from his last update Rocket Rod gives an update on the damage to his '79 following the 4WD247 trip to the Kimberley.
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Single cab, Coil springs with portals would be an absolute weapon and of course with a tricked up auto.
Do it as a build series
Portals, that'd be awesome!
Portals for sure!
would be cool, but the portals would be the first thing to break.
Definitely portals on the new rig
Do portals count towards lift in Australia?
A coil spring 79 2door with a canopy, auto would be a weapon with no leafs to get hung up on. Give jessie a run for his money
Single cab with mits and alloy canopy
Or you just buy a patrol and you get everything you need. 🤭🤭
Let the "old" girl rest after you made her all shiny on the inside again! Use her for promotional stuff and light work maybe? That last trip was absolutely the most epic you have ever done, and will serve quite well as the last hard work she will do.
You’re my favourite on 4wd 24/7
Honestly I get so amped up when I see you lining up a hard run just knowing that you’ll give it absolutely everything.
Yea mate get a new single cab 79 and turn it into a tough track beast. I’d love to see a auto in a single cab 79 tackling the real tough stuff.
Yer i would like to see that too thinking about doing a single cab 79 myself every one does the duel cab's
That actually would be a very good idea 👍
Agreeing with Luke Blommerde for sure 🤙🏻
Most people do them because that’s what people are buying, it’s called getting them what’s out there a lot, I drive and ride in the USA, then 4 door is becoming more and more on the streets
100% nothing wrong with that at all.
Go on Rocket. Build a BEAST. Single cab, Portals, Rear coils. Be an awesome build to see. And even better watching you smashing some tough tracks Rocket style.
I think she's served you well. She's had a hard life but whatever you do don't get rid of her. She's an off road icon that deserves a nice retirement right next to milo✊👍💪
Such a tough decision. I really enjoy watching you tame this 79 on the tracks and would certainly miss it but on the other hand would love to see a new build that would be able to take on even more. Go for it Rocket and show us a new build
Got to keep up with development for customers' sake. Something lighter, louder, and more capable to wipe the smile off shaunos face :). it's funny how your comfy shoes always feel like the bomb until you buy a new pair and then side by side, you can't believe you were actually wearing them. Keep up the great content Rocket.
Can’t get louder with a dpf hahaha
A new 79 single cab sounds great, with portals and the works even better. Look forward to see what eventuates. Cheers.
Awe Rocket! How heart breaking as you and the old girl have conquered some huge tracks. Im sure you could do the same in just about anything as you certainly know how to wheel. But I’d love to see the old girl stay. She deserves the loyalty for everything she’s gotten you through. Just my opinion. Thanks for all the entertaining drives you two have done together! Cheers mate 👍
Thanks for the update Rocket , love ya work mate and adventures you share 🙌
It’s a tough decision Rod your 79 is legendary it’s an icon but being able to do some new marketing on a new model is very important too what ever you decide the fans will be good with it I’m sure
Don't retire her mate. Love seeing her in all the shows. Keep the good work up. She's like a rock 💪💪💪
You had me at portals! A single cab 79 with portals and coils all round would be an absolute animal! Very keen to see new developments with it all mate!
All the best :)
Mate you are a beast at driving and seeing you behind the wheel of a single cab 79 with coils would be deadly. I know you love the old girl and all of us love seeing you drive her but sometimes it's just time for a upgrade and why not spoil yourself with a new 79 mate you deserve it can't wait to see what you decide.
Love your work Rod.
You have a great spirit - easy to watch and listen to
Keep it up 🤙🏼
Don’t sell the old girl, get a new one and show us the built!
At the end of the day: the car is only as good as the driver and you are a bloody legend!
Would love to see a new build Rod. Thanks for the update!
Well I just gotta say what an awsome bloke you are mate! thanks for sharing. You had me hanging off every word such a pleasure to watch .nothing scripted or edited.
Take care mate! 👍
Great work Rod. I’m pleased that the Kimberly trip was a business trip. Now all the repairs can be a business tax deduction. I would buy a newer one to keep pace with modern engineering. But I would also use the old truck for trips. Cheers. 👍🏻🙏🏽😷🦘
That kings winch is going well considering the weight of that vehicle!
I was thinking that! Long outlasted their sponsorship with kings
Love ya work Rocket! Old Roo is a weapon, personally I'd keep plugging away, one of the the most respected and recognised monsters online and I'm sure in auz! Ultimately, mate with your expertise and wealth of knowledge you will make the right call! With ya 100% either way just keep the wisdom coming, and thanks for all your commitment & time passing on your wealth of knowledge to us all to better our own "Beasts"! Keep the updates comming!! Much respect 💯
thanks for the update btw your a awesome genuine bloke Rocket Rod 👍 ... cant wait till you get it all sorted out and see you back on the tracks .... big thumbs up
Mixed thoughts Rocket, I love the old girl and the nostalgia and the history of her etc. On the other hand a new build for hard tracks that is lightweight sounds like itd be bloody good, not just for your business but for the show as well.
Keep the old girl for the big touring trips and build a new portal axle, coil converted 79 monster??
It's a hard decisions however one thing you can say for a last trip to go out with a bang on the Oombulgarri run is the one to retire the old girl on.
Brand new 79 time rocket, cant wait for the build videos
New 79 mate.... you're a champ, natural on camera... I'm not a 4x4 owner but you got me in mate
It’s certainly a big heavy bus that runs all its weight over the rear, but it’s amazing where you have managed to get that brick
Single cab all the way light canopy portals,
ONLY one issue you won’t get crazy wheel lifts anymore !
It’s a 79 it will always lift wheels even with coils
I think watching you do a new build would be awesome!! She’s worked hard! Let the girl have a bit of a rest. You can always bring her out with Shorty and the Dirty 30 sometime for an old school reunion run. Wish I could get my tranny done by you! But we are an ocean apart. 😄. You are always my favorite on the trips with the boys! ❤️
just subscribed in anticipation of the build series of new rig great work Rod
I've loved watching this rig for years! But I'd love to see a new rig for you, something that makes the other guys worried they may not make it.
As much as I like your build, the best option is always to add lightness. All we ever hear is how heavy your rig is as you bound up the tracks. A nice 2 door with a light aluminum canopy would be a real treat.
Build 2, a portal coiled monster for the 4wd action trips and one that showcases what most of your customers are using the auto for, would that be a more practical and comfortable tow vehicle?
Options... more than one rig provides variety and change of pace. We love Rocket Rod, regardless of the rig.
Greetings from Canada, Rod. I have watched this video twice to put into words my thoughts. I can say from experience that regret over the loss of a beloved vehicle for whatever reason can follow one for a very long time. I wasn't privvy to the amazing vehicles you have in Australia, nor was my budget anywhere near what I think yours may be. I still have regrets.
Sometimes we all suffer from a momentary affliction I call "Shiney Kit Syndrome". See something new and have to get it, only to be disappointed. R&D of new components and hardware is extremely important in your business, but I think your statement at the 6 second mark really shows the true meaning of "The Old Girl".
Sure, build a new one, but for your piece of mind and the awe and joy of your fans, don't shelf her. She is a dream truck for many and is one "slushbox" vehicle I would be proud to own.
Thanks for all you give us!
I love the OG 79 but at the same time I’d love to see what you could come up with if you were to get a new 79.
I really appreciate the amount of time, money and effort that has gone into this car, and I always look forward to its appearances in 4WD 24/7.
It’s kinda weird to hear this thing being called old, as my daily driver is a 2001 Astra.
If I were ever to get hold of this car, personally I’d put the manual transmission back in it. I do have a thing for three pedals, and with almost every car around these days being automatic, I’d like to go the other way for a change.
Keep up the great content!
I’m not one to normally like snd comment on videos but your such a real down to earth tru blue Aussie rocket , I had to put my support behind you
Treat yourself mate get a new 2 door 79 series
Goodluck mate and we'll done for making it through a epic trip
Would love to see some portals be actually tested and see how they hold up with some real punishment, see if they’re reliable
Build a new truck, the build process is most of the fun. Especially watching the build
Me as a fan loves following your trip in the 79 series via youtube. I'm sure you're having a tough time deciding what to do it has the old girl. At the end of the day you do what best for you and your company and of course money. All the best mate.
Nothing wrong with moving on and stepping up to something newer and different. Whatever you end up building Rocket it’ll be cruel wicked and we’ll be there with a beer to watch 🍻
As much as I love this old 79 series, a new build would be great to see. Make it a beast and keep this for promotional purposes.
Rocket Rod, I recall the early 4WD Action videos with the old Triton. You’re the personality that makes it work, not the vehicle.
I think the commentary supporting the modern approach is bang on…..upgrade to a new 79. But rather than go the single cab, stick with the duel cab. This is where all the family tourers and big rigs start.
Cheers for the great updates!
Rocket rod i always watch your video og 4wd 24/7..nice to see your car keep it up the good work..
I would make very sure you have enough leg room in the two door. Been down that road, very cramped. I whole heartedly agree it should be a build series. Portals, yes. You'll need a bit more power of course. Not a droning exhaust though, 3" but quiet. Lockers, lighting, hot shower, fridge, cooking. You know the drill. Love the videos so keep them coming.
I’d really like you to keep the old girl because there’s a lot of sentiment and memories there but having said that a 79 single cab with an auto, portals and rear coils would be an amazing vehicle.
Simple decision really rocket Rod. Spoil youself with a spanking new anniversary model 79 of your choice. Keep the famous old girl as is for the fans etc & keep doing what you are doing. Some of these big mod big $ 4wd's are way out of reach for the average bloke. Love it the way it is, don't change a thing. Cheers Kev.
Build a monster!!!! Can’t wait to see the build series!
The beauty of your shows are that you work with the trucks that anyone can build. not everybody can afford to build a brand new truck.
keep the 79 do a 6x6 conversion on coils and portals and 37s that would work the auto harder.
Bloody hell you aren’t kidding 🤣
You’re a legend mate, I rekn keep the old girl. The older the car gets. The more character it gets.
What a rig this has been Rocket! The places its been and the stories it could tell. If you choose to start over go for another auto 79 dual cab with front and rear coils with portals, a big built auto and canopy. A single cab would be a great rig to build but myself and everyone knows Rocket with the big 79 dual cab. To me and in my opinion thats who Rocket Rod that we all love and know! Whatever you choose to build will no doubt be a great rig. Dont forget your reaction after driving a GU with a 6BT Cummins!
Man I thought I saw you going down Colchester road. Damn love what you do man
Go see Mitch and Croydon Toyota, he'll get you into something awesome.
Cant beat a tough single cab with portals, i'm a nissan/mitsubshi guy myself and even I cant say no to a tough single cab 70
From a business point of view you should hold off on the new build until the new engine hits the 70 series then you will get better life out of the project for marketing purposes
Id love to see you build a single cab rocket, i had an 05 f250 dual cab 7.3 and changed to an 08 single 79 and absolutely love it, only thing i would change is the manual trans, hopefully 1 day ill come see you for an auto.. love the video's mate keep them coming
Thanks Rod for the great video! 2 door Extra cab would different & interesting. Light weight build & canopy.
Turn her into a touring weapon and don’t do like hard stuff with her... like keep her for Fraser Island and places like that... and maybe build something else for the harder tracks... no one in the convoy as a 105 series so that build might be pretty cool since your a Toyota man
You should definitely consider a new 76. Something a bit different to the Ute but still allows development.
im all the way across the world here in the U.S of A Rod. she has been faithful over the years and i get it being a tough decision i really do , but you even said it yourself getting a new 79 would allow you to build up from scratch and have the more modern things the ole girl just doesnt have. seeing all that you and the rest of the guys have done over the years i believe newer would soot you good. keep the ole girl around as a daily driver , or auction her off for a particular charity that is local or what ever. but i really think upgrading would really do wonders . best of luck on your decision mate , all i could do is offer my thoughts as you asked. i look forward to seeing what you decide either way . cheers mate.
Don't worry about the haircut - I have very little myself.
My partner & myself will be buying a 2016 Hilux SR5 in a few weeks time, along with a 20ft caravan.
We are looking forward to taking it into your workshop for a general transmission service & a new HD oil cooler added.
I was young once & did some crazy things in a 4WD.
Now glad to be getting back into the "normal" crazy critters called 4WDers!
Love your shows.
Gary.
Repair the old girl and give her an easier life, be good to see you build a new one and test it as hard as the other has been
Your so humble Rocket! Brand new 79, single cab, auto conversion on portals with 37inch tires. Give it a tune, snorkel and cold air intake box. Mid size canopy on a full tray be a weapon tourer. All the best for the future Rocket 🚀
The old girl has done us all proud and definitely you most of all. I think the crowd has spoken in saying a 2 door is the next step, tricked out with all the best gear. The new Cruiser would definitely be no replacement but a great addition to what you guys are offering with your new product.
It took a really big beating and made it out surprisingly. Don't give up in her. Amazing to see what it did and what it's capable of.
Definitely mate new build nothing more exciting then seeing a new build with new ideas come together 👍
Don't give up the old girl ,love the way she sounds and all wheels in the air, she is a tough one and has been great through the years she deserves the build up Mr. Rod
You are actually really good at "vlogging", love these updates! Cheers. Oh! And if you're asking us about a new build, that's because it's already on your mind, just go for it ;)
Thanks for letting me know that I'm good at something that I didn't think I was lol. Oh and yes you nailed it.
Going to miss the ol girl but the time has come for an update.
It would be nice to see her again in the future bit most definitely would love to see a build series on a single cab
Cmon guys like the page! He's an honest fellow and down to earth. Rocket a single cab with lighter canopy with coils would be a weapon! I was the same when I upgraded from my 1991 80 to a DMAX I couldn't bare to sell the old girl so she is still sitting in the carport. I don't understand how people can dislike stuff like this....
Would love to see an Automatic single cab! I think you could make it really special. Love your stuff Rod!
Your updates are great. Get her fixed up and use her for shows and promotions, she has earned it. A new 79 with a lot of animal in it. I drive like you, decide where you are going, then use the loud pedal to get thru it.
Try to get your partner some Larger tires. He bottoms out way to often. Love it when I see one of the Wholesale trucks on the show.
Thank you for what you do.
Hi rocket rod I enjoyed watching every episode the 79 series has had to endure and can take a good bashing unlike todays modern 4x4's. stay with the 79 dual cab or single and go no holds barred. we learn from our past well most of us do, so max out the engine, go a higher lift kit and levelx5 diff transplant front and rear almost like a rock crawler and trophy truck and bigfoot all blended together. you only live once hell why not. 2020 and 2021 have been an uphill battle due to covid for most. some haven't made it thru. god bless their souls. build a truck we can enjoy watching from now to 2022 onwards. build something different not generic go for Tokyo gold not silver anyway I hope this will boost your enthusiasm. whatever you decide all the best on the new build.
Love watching you man all the way from Canada
Single cab would be an exciting new project! Been a big fan of the current truck too. I remember your first run with 4x4 action and the first dent you put in the roof.
Keep taking her on trips mate! All of us ‘normal people’ who save up for a nice rig , such as yours, and can’t/don’t want to upgrade every 5-10 yrs want to see you guys doing the same. So we can see how you manage age and what you can still do with them. We need a new “Milo”. Show us that a cruiser can still do a million plus kms with the right care and planning.
Keep up the awesome videos mate, really enjoy watching them!
You can feel bad this one has brought so many good memories! Do the 2 door and you’ll love it. It won’t replace this one but compliment it more.
Drive whatever you want Rocket, we watch for the fun of it!
What’s there to think about?Get another 79!Would love to see you build her up.Tho for Gods. Sakes don’t get a single cab!Been advising 4X overland to get your auto gear installed as well.Hope he does itTs amazing work that you do.Keep it up!
Maybe rebuild her and do a big competition were you can put her up for grabs well it was only a thought I'd love one but not available in the UK we do not have the big v8 options here love your trips great to watch all the best with the rebuild she has earned it
I think you should build a 79 4 door wagon. A lot less weight than a big steel canopy that gets filled with a lot of heavy items and 100% watertight. You could build a mega light weight set up in the rear. Plus you have to keep the old 79. You can't retire the old girl it is to much of legend. Thanks for the update Rod.
Love to see a new build. Considering importing a new dual cab 79 to the UK and would love to see what the build up looks like and the costs of doing it. The base vehicle would cost me nearly £70,000. So adding an auto and the touring mods could double it is my guess.
As long as it sounds as good as the old 79. Stick it in portals go wild. Rod your a diamond. Love watching your content and the 4wd247 trips.
Must be one of the hardest decisions you have to make as she is legendary and has been faithful and never really let you down. A new rig makes sense for your development of your auto's. For Touring and some tough tracks i think a 79 s/cab with portals or at the very least JMax Rear diff correction kit, full Superior Lift kit and Airbags in the rear. Rear winch this time.
Good luck making your decision.
Gday, in a business view yes it’s time to move on so the new products can be test to no end, on the sentimental side don’t sell the old bus, keep it there for future developments on the auto in older vehicles, treat yourself to some new creature comforts and keep enjoying the trips, Cheers
Hey Rocket
Mate, I know the memories and experiences you have had with the old girl are priceless, but here is a thought, through your patrons you could run a comp and have her as the main prize, knowing she will still be on the trax out there doing what she loves to do best, sending it. Only with a new loving owner and still hold your tag for advertising just scaled down a little.
I'm sure a patron wouldn't mind that and would love and cherish a piece of Rocket Rod history. Mate, I love your work your vid's and what you and the boys from 4wd 24-7 do, and as jealous as I am having retired my 62 without being able to replace her watching you fellers keep my hopes alive of maybe getting out there again someday.
Rocket rocks! Watching from Amsterdam and every time Rod is on an adventure it is 5x more entertaining to watch. Hope you get the old girl back together.
Love seeing this thing in action and it'll be sad to see her retire.
But, seeing a single cab 79 with you behind the wheel will be cool. Maybe even a 6x6 79 with a tricked up engine. Whatever you choose, I'm looking forward to watching the build.
Legend rod!! It would be awesome to see a 79 single cab with an auto in it!!!
Can't wait for the new build videos 🤘🏻
Yes mate! That sounds bloody epic! Do a CZcams series on the build. 👌
Love to see a new build for wholesale autos. Give the community an idea of an awesome new build with an auto. The way it should be done. 🤙
Go different with a Xtra cab, coils , portals and a not so heavy canopy setup and it will be a beast 💯❤
Dual cab 79 with a 600mm chassis extension, will give you the same size tray as a single cab. Great turning circle too.
Coil spring single cab 79 would be a weapon mate with a build video👍🏻
I love seeing the km racked up on an older rig, but seeing a new beast done right up would be cool too.
Love to see a build series on a new one