Land Cruiser: Rig Walk Around & Camp Setup (The Donkey)

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  • čas přidán 17. 12. 2020
  • A lot of you have been asking us for to do a full Rig Walk Around, so we headed off to show you exactly what is in and on the Land Cruiser and how the setup all works. We have included the all the technical information below, also links to the relevant websites so that you can easily find all the products mentioned in the video.
    BunduTop Tent (bundutec.co.za/)
    - Standard - 2.1m x 1.35m (82 x 53 inches)
    - King - 2.1m x 1.6m (82 x 63 inches)
    - Super King - 3m x 1.6m (118 x 63 inches)
    - The tent weighs 73kg (160 lbs), and the ladder weighs 7kg (15 lbs) making it a total of 80kg (176 lbs)
    Includes:
    - Solar wiring
    - 100mm (4 inches) high density foam mattress
    - 12V outlet inside
    - LED light inside
    BunduAwn 360 (bundutec.co.za/)
    - Shade awning around all three sides of the the vehicle.
    - Additional lifter arms add 500mm of drop for increased water run off
    - Aluminised to reflect heat away
    - 2.95m Length
    - Full aluminium construction
    - 2.95 360 (3 sided) 2.95m 25.5 Kg
    SnoMaster 66L Low Profile Dual Compartment Stainless Steel Fridge/Freezer AC/DC (snomaster.co.za/)
    - Unit: (H) 470 (W) 825 (D) 510
    - Storage Volume Left: 32.5L
    - Storage Volume Right: 33.5L
    - Temp Range: -22⁰C to 10⁰C
    - Net Weight: 28Kg
    - Voltage AC: 230V/50Hz
    - Voltage DC: 12V/24V
    - Rated Current AC/DC: 1.0A
    - Refrigerant: R134a/43g
    - Foaming Agent: Cyclopentane
    SnoMaster 12L Fridge/Freezer 12V (snomaster.co.za/)
    Unit: (H) 385 (W) 190 (D) 505
    Storage Volume: 12L
    Temp Range: -12⁰C to 10⁰C
    Net Weight: 8.5Kg
    Voltage DC: 12V/24V
    Rated Current AC/DC: 1.0A
    Cut out Voltage: 10.5A
    Refrigerant: R134a/18g
    Foaming Agent: Cyclopentane
    Solar Panels & Charging:
    - JA Solar 405W Mono MBB Percium Half-Cell Silver Frame MC4: (thepowerstore....)
    Panels - Monocrystallines
    Rating: 405W
    Efficiency: 20.2%
    Width: 996mm
    Height: 2,015mm
    Rated Maximum Power(Pmax) [W] 405
    Open Circuit Voltage(Voc) [V] 49.86
    Maximum Power Voltage(Vmp) [V] 41.60
    Short Circuit Current(Isc) [A] 10.39
    Maximum Power Current(Imp) [A] 9.74
    Module Efficiency [%] 20.2
    - Mojave 150W foldable Solar Panel: (flexopower.co.za/)
    Rated Output, STC 150 Watt
    Max. Operating Voltage 17.3 V
    Operating Current 8.7A A
    Dimension Folded 510 x 670 x 20 mm
    Dimension Deployed 1650 x 670 x 5 mm
    Weight 4 kg
    - Lithium444 Power Pack by FlexoPower: (flexopower.co.za/)
    Capacity 444Wh or 40Ah fully useable.
    Battery Chemistry High Quality Lithium Polymer ≥ 500 cycles discharge to 0%
    AC Output 400W continuous, 1200W surge, ultra-pure sine wave DC Output
    · 1 x 12V/15A Cigarette Lighter
    · 3 x 5V/2.1A USB
    · 2 x 12V/15A barrel plug
    Input sources to re-charge
    · Solar max. 120W, max Voc 25V
    · Cigarette Lighter 12V / 6A
    · Mains AC 220V
    Housing Strong Aluminium Alloy
    Weight 5.5kg
    Dimensions (LWH) 30 x 13 x 18 cm
    Operating Temperature -10°C to 40°C
    Victron Cyrix Battery Combiner
    Continuous current and breaking capacity at 12V or 24V
    Breaking capacity at 48V 40A
    Current consumption when open less than 4 mA
    Protection category IP54
    Weight kg (lbs) 0,11 (0.24)
    Dimensions h x w x d in mm (h x w x d in inches) 46 x 46 x 80 (1.8 x 1.8 x 3.2)
    Drawer Items:
    - 2 x Alva Gas Cookers
    - 2 x Collapsible buckets
    - 1 x Stanley 1.9ltr Flask
    - 1 x Firestick
    - 1 x Cadac Double Plate gas Cooker
    - 1 x Axe
    - 1 x Shower Matt
    - 3 x Pots
    - 1 x Medical Kit
    - 2 x Comprehensive Toolboxes (spanners, fuses, screwdrivers, hammers etc etc)
    - 2 x Popup Tents (Malamoo & Natural Instincts)
    - 1 x FULL RECOVERY SET
    * Snatch Strap
    * Pull Strap
    * D Shackles
    * Soft Shackles
    * Safety Harnesses
    * Recovery Gloves
    Lights: (www.madrhino.co...)
    - MRO-3240XHL | 40" 240w DR Curved Light Bar
    Size: 40" (101,6cm)
    LED's: 80 x 3w OSRAM
    Beam Pattern: Spot/Flood Combo
    Watts: 240w
    Lumens: 21,600lm
    Amperage: 16A@12v / 6.8A@24v
    Rating: IP67
    Input Voltage: 10-30v DC
    - MRO-RL15. | 3" 15w LED Rock Light (Underbody/Camp Lights)
    LED's: 3 x 5w CREE
    Beam Pattern: Flood
    Watts: 15w
    Lumens: 1260lm
    Amperage: 0.3A @ 12v DC
    IP Rating: IP67
    - MRO-8L80. | 6.7" 80w LED Spot Light (Spots)
    Size: 6.7"
    LED's: 8 x 10w XM-L2 CREE
    Beam Pattern: Spot (Up to 800m)
    Watts: 80w
    Lumens: 7200lm
    IP Rating: IP68
    - MRO-1318. | 3" 18w LED Driving Light Flush Mount (Reverse Lights)
    LED's: 6 x 3w CREE
    Beam Pattern: Spot
    Watts: 18w
    Lumens: 1620lm
    Amperage: 1.38A @ 12V DC
    IP Rating: IP67
    Tyres:
    General Grabber x3's
    235/85/R16
    Music: Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicso...)
    Beach Memories - Sum Wave

Komentáře • 193

  • @Banjo1754
    @Banjo1754 Před 2 lety +1

    Great WalkAround ...
    I own a 2008 4.5l V8 VDJ79R with a 3700kg GVM UpGrade & weighs in at approx 3700kg all day every day ...

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 2 lety +1

      hahahaha all day everyday, best comment ever, weight is something we will never win the fight!!!

  • @koedoekalf
    @koedoekalf Před 2 lety +1

    Nice gedoen ...ek is besig met n 76 ..2009 om dit te herbou . Dankie vir al die tips . Sal graag net n rooftop tent wat meer hoogte het gebruik .

  • @leightonoc
    @leightonoc Před rokem +1

    Great video! Thank you.

  • @BernalilloGirl
    @BernalilloGirl Před 3 lety +5

    That was a terrific video. Thanks for the great tour. I can't wait to get back to Africa!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Marcia, I'm sure you are itching badly...

  • @markusschnepper4221
    @markusschnepper4221 Před 3 lety +3

    The Donkey is Awesome 👍👍👍

  • @nealfarrell
    @nealfarrell Před 3 lety +1

    Viva The Donkey! 1st time I’ve see that style tent. Looks super spacious and comfy.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      it's a perfect addition to the vehicle, extremely happy with it...

  • @Leon-lp9fl
    @Leon-lp9fl Před 3 lety +4

    Just happy listening to real sound advice by demonstrating it all. With your experience you must rate A good quality snorkel high. Thanks!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks so much, more over than a good snorkel, good fitment is the key...

  • @quentinfourie2173
    @quentinfourie2173 Před 3 lety +2

    Mate, what an awesome setup. Thanks for sharing. I've watched your channel for a long time, and it is good to see that you have gone into the guiding self-drive. I wish you all the best & propserity. Hopefully, post COVID we can come over from Oz and do a self-drive with you. Keep up the awesome work.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hey Quentin, thanks so much mate! We've been doing guided safari's for quite some time, just not something i usually put on CZcams. Covid has had a huge impact on the tours but it will come back eventually and we can start getting out and about again with tours. That would be amazing if you could join us on a tour one day, keep us posted and thanks so much for the awesome feedback and support!!!!

  • @richardjute4947
    @richardjute4947 Před 3 lety +2

    Finally this took forever! so happy its finally online! good on you 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Sorry to have kept you waiting, but thank you Richard 🤙🏻

  • @lian1824
    @lian1824 Před 3 lety +3

    I Don't drive a cruiser but awesome honest review on all the gear, would have thumbs up'd it twice if I could. Great video. Subscribed.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words Lian, really appreciate it a lot and thanks for the subscribe!!! 🤟🏻

  • @GetOutGO
    @GetOutGO Před 3 lety +2

    Very comprehensive walk-around, that description, yoh! Nice one 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      hahahaha thanks Chris, I know it was a huge one 🤣😂

  • @africaoverland
    @africaoverland Před 3 lety +1

    Great Video Roland! Especially love the detail in the description. Keep at it.

  • @HussainHH989
    @HussainHH989 Před 3 lety +3

    Hello from Saudi Arabia
    I have the same landcruiser, I really loved the way that you organized your car, thanks for sharing that.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks so much Hussein...

    • @user-ye1ub9mb6g
      @user-ye1ub9mb6g Před 3 lety

      Hey mate, I have a RHD Land Cruiser and was wondering if you ever saw a RHD vehicle in Saudi Arabia ? I wanted to go through your country after Iran but I have been warned about getting denied entry because RHD are forbidden in Saudi Arabia. Have you ever seen foreigners driving through the country and if so, any RHD ? Thank you

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      hey man, I'm not in Saudi Arabia, I'm far down south in South Africa, but here I have seen many many RHD vehicles, it wouldn't be an issue if you brought it here...

    • @user-ye1ub9mb6g
      @user-ye1ub9mb6g Před 3 lety +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks for your reply :)
      I know about South Africa but Hussein said he was from Saudi Arabia so my question was aimed at him ^^
      Thank you though

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Ah I see, sorry I completely misread that comment, but all good, hope he replies 😎

  • @stephenhankey688
    @stephenhankey688 Před 3 lety +1

    Thought that was a great video, and your truck very well soughted, many thanks, Steve Manchester England 👍

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks so much, a few more things are busy changing but all in all we are very happy with the setup currently. Thanks for the awesome feedback...

  • @supramarco6775
    @supramarco6775 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic video and useful content. Thanks for sharing. Seems that other countries love it too. Looking forward to your future videos's.

  • @Hightop_troopcarrier
    @Hightop_troopcarrier Před 3 lety +3

    Awesome set up! I have a high top 75 series troopy and one thing I'm surely doing is that dummy aerial to avoid hitting my roof, thanks for the advice

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      it's been a massive help, I don't need to "hope" I'll fit through, now I know I will or won't 🤟🏻

  • @terryoleary5424
    @terryoleary5424 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow Roland great walk around, lots of things I like on your rig . That awning is big but it would have to be the best I’ve seen, love gull wing windows and your kitchen setup, so much about camping is the kitchen and having a good quick easy to use kitchen is everything in my opinion. And solar power for days that’s awesome. Donkey s weight......... without you and your family 3010 kg oh and I love those storage bags on the rear doors smart smart smart , I’m going to look them up

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Terry, really appreciate the comment, close one on the weight, the storage bags are custom made by 4x4Assist based in JHB, they do ship country wide though... donkey weight 3180kg 🤟🏻

  • @adventuresoverland4x472
    @adventuresoverland4x472 Před 3 lety +3

    Yes dude! what a set up!

  • @michaelnugara1
    @michaelnugara1 Před 3 lety +1

    That's an incredible set-up but the two things I loved the most was those canvas organisers on the back door windows and that small slide table👍
    Don't know about the awning. It looks too cumbersome and heavy.
    Thanks for sharing👌

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Michael, the rear door storage is a complete win, we've actually just upgraded them to a new version. The awning we found was a bit much and are changing that too. It was awesome with the amount of shade it gave but a little tough to setup and pack up alone.
      Keep an eye on the channel, another rig walk around has to be done soon...

    • @michaelnugara1
      @michaelnugara1 Před 3 lety +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica personally I would get the bush company xt 270 degree or hiowlng moon.
      Thanks
      Mick

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      I'll soon have the new one added, going for something else, will show you guys soon 🤟🏻

  • @kylekardolus9345
    @kylekardolus9345 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome vid! nice chatting to you the other evening at kleinbaai

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Kyle, was good to meet you as well, hope you joining us tomorrow for the 4x4 day?

    • @kylekardolus9345
      @kylekardolus9345 Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica where and when? Didn't even know about it!!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      send me a DM on Instagram and I'll send you the details

  • @magoo1uk2003
    @magoo1uk2003 Před 3 lety +1

    Great rig you have there I am 100% jelous 😉 thanks for sharing, watching from Scotland,uk 👍🏼

  • @maxtravelfromitaly
    @maxtravelfromitaly Před 3 lety +1

    very nice the donkey, greetings from Italy

  • @madcat4563
    @madcat4563 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey I just saw the donkey fly by near the Hugenote toll gate. It was 11:30 3 January 2021.
    The funny thing is I told my Dad who ever sees a troopy first gets 100 points. Few minutes later the donkey whizzes past our 76. 😀

  • @DiverseDive...
    @DiverseDive... Před rokem +1

    If i were to get myself a troopy, i would get a twin of this donkey

  • @raymondlogister6828
    @raymondlogister6828 Před 3 lety +1

    Great truck. Thank you for showing us.

  • @maher_world
    @maher_world Před 3 lety +1

    I really enjoyed the full video wish u all the best

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      thanks so much man, a lot of changes have happened since that was filmed 😎

  • @JonkerAdventures
    @JonkerAdventures Před 3 lety +1

    Great rig man. I like the idea of the aerial on the front bumper

  • @ronwebb610
    @ronwebb610 Před 7 měsíci

    Awesome video! Where did tou have the convas work done? The spare wheel cover is incredible! Much appreciated.

  • @deanstevens5722
    @deanstevens5722 Před 3 lety +1

    Great Video as always..Like your new tent and 360 awning

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Dean, much appreciated...glad you enjoyed it!

  • @DustandDieselOverlanding
    @DustandDieselOverlanding Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video mate!! Love the comment on the fuel - Perfect answer. Donkey's weight... 3100kg.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 thanks man, you are 80kg shy 🤙🏻

    • @DustandDieselOverlanding
      @DustandDieselOverlanding Před 3 lety +1

      @@MyLifeinAfrica so close.. Get out of the Donkey next time you weigh it. 😂

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      I had to actually, if I was over they said they would fine me even though I went voluntary, with me in it, donkey was over GVM 🤣😂

  • @shaungovender8269
    @shaungovender8269 Před 3 lety +1

    Missed your awesome videos Bud🍻🍻

  • @garykos1308
    @garykos1308 Před 3 lety +1

    Like the antennae idea. Loved the "before" shower...lol. Fire Extinguisher? Thanks.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +2

      Hey Gary, thanks thanks, hahahaha yes the shower was a bit primitive but it worked when alone 🤣😂, there are 3 fire extinguishers in the vehicle, one next to the driver seat, a fire stick/sticker on the shelf where the cameras are and another behind the driver seat in the pouches...

  • @Wild-Man
    @Wild-Man Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Roland,i figure the Donkie is 3750kg give or take,love the setup.Watched all your videos of your buddys of Overlanding.Keep up and enjoy, i envy you guys...Cheers Lucas

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Lucas, he's not quite that heavy, at last weigh in he was 3180kg, he's also shed some since the terrain tamer install, so currently around 3100kg... 😎

  • @NormanMoipolai
    @NormanMoipolai Před rokem

    I love this👌👌

  • @adrian41420
    @adrian41420 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome video and awesome rig. Keep up the good content 👌

  • @budgetoverlander682
    @budgetoverlander682 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome rig!

  • @rynoopperman5010
    @rynoopperman5010 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice setup

  • @johndiaz7240
    @johndiaz7240 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much , my favorite truck by far . Take care be safe , Merry Christmas.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thank you John, we love our donkey as well!!! Keep safe as well and enjoy 2021!!!

  • @johannvanschalkwyk2141
    @johannvanschalkwyk2141 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video, thx for the info...

  • @4WDG
    @4WDG Před 3 lety +1

    Wow such an awesome rig!!! One day...
    Cool channel!

  • @greatsouthernoverland
    @greatsouthernoverland Před 3 lety +2

    I have had a clam shell tent built in Sth Africa as well and just bought the bundutop tent...its brilliant:D perfect for Aussie conditions. Where can we get one of those tyre trash/carrier bags? Great looking rig fella!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words! Agreed those tents are amazing, super happy with ours! The wheel bags are made by a company in SA called 4x4Assist. They are based in Johannesburg...🤟🏻

  • @BlaiseSamoy
    @BlaiseSamoy Před 3 lety +1

    Great and much waited walk-around! P.S: Who is this [bip] who put a thumb down?

  • @d7e7r7
    @d7e7r7 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome video, thanks for the walk-around. Is Donkey your daily driver or do you have another vehicle for town driving? Why do you have the pop-up tents if you have the rooftop tent?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey David, bit of a catch 22 answer, donkey used to be my daily driver yes, but after moving cities I've now got a bike as a daily. I do also have other vehicles. I carry the popups basically because we're a family of 4 and a half (half will be introduced to the channel in January) the rooftop sleeps 2 and the popups are for the other 2 people....

  • @driescoetzee5328
    @driescoetzee5328 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice walk around... Like the aerial idea... think the big girl is on gvm loaded. 3180kg..🤫🤫

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      100% on the weight guess, donkey though is male, can't be making this beast a girl 🤣😂

  • @oliverbrompton3098
    @oliverbrompton3098 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video, thank you so much! Do you know the brand of the donkey tire bag? Do you recommend it? Best, Oliver

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey Oliver, thanks mate! The tyre bag is made by 4x4Assist based in JHB...

  • @shimutwashiyenge8749
    @shimutwashiyenge8749 Před 3 lety

    Love from Zambia

  • @kavitabowry8831
    @kavitabowry8831 Před 3 lety +1

    Great walkaround. The water tank looks like 50L or so. How much water do you carry when on a trip. Where we are we can regularly get river water for things like washing up and showers but in Southern Africa water usage must be more critical - do you have any insights on average usage and how you mange it on trips?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hi Kavita, the tank is a 50ltr, you are correct! The average usage will depend on the trip length, the menu plan for the trip etc etc, it's hard to give an average but if i had to guess you could get away with about 5ltrs a day. There are not many rivers i would trust to fill from, not to mention the fact that our rivers have predators in them and if they don't the nasty in the water will get you.

  • @oceansoverland
    @oceansoverland Před 3 lety +1

    Hi Roland, great walkaround, just watched again since seeing it when first posted. Still amazed you're just under the GVM...it looks so much heavier with all the kit, especially with 80kg of extra fuel on the roof...I'm assuming they were full? I got weighed on a trip and was 3520kg. I've since reduced weight quite a bit by getting rid of unnecessary kit.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Vince, there really isn't much in the vehicle to be honest. Fuel though is not on a 1 to 1 ratio so the 80ltrs will be a bit less than 80kgs. They weren't full though at the time I weighed the vehicle. I had 1 tank full, the other empty and no one in the donkey at all, but with all the rest of the regular kit on him. With 2 people and all full I would definitely be over but not by much. I've actually been through my kit quite a bit and there is not much that I can actually remove.

    • @oceansoverland
      @oceansoverland Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica Ah, OK that makes sense. We all go through our kit reducing it where necessary but I'm at bare minimum now. My weight was two full fuel tanks, 50lt water plus some charcoal and wood in the roof box, two people with loads food and drink. Thanks for replying...have a great week.

  • @fariascarlose
    @fariascarlose Před 3 lety +1

    Nice rig mate 👍🏼
    What kind the table do you use next yo the tire?
    Cheers

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      We are in the process of making a new one, details will be in a follow up video to come...

  • @wtrlan
    @wtrlan Před 3 lety +1

    Have you had any legality issues with your spot lights? Although E rated spots are accepted in SA, some travelers have had issues with not only light bars, but with multi led spotlights, picking up fines in SA and Namibia. Enjoying your videos, keep up with the great channel!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi Lance, sorry for only replying now, I was away for a bit! The lightbar is not road legal in SA but I've not had any trouble with it. In Namibia it's a R1000 as of the current date. Thanks for the kind words on the channel 🤟🏻

  • @johnleaste828
    @johnleaste828 Před 3 lety

    Could you please switch on image stabilisation for future videos? Nice Troopy and some good ideas here though.

  • @fvlok
    @fvlok Před 3 lety +1

    I spot a turbo on the 1HZ. You will be sorry about that in the long run. 🙂 It’s a 1TB now (Time Bomb)

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      not at all, it's a great addition, I've had it in there 6 years now and not a days trouble, you need to manage it correctly and there will be no issue with it...

  • @rahalati
    @rahalati Před 3 lety +1

    I enjoyed every bit of the walk around, very interesting for someone who is in the adventure like me @rahalati
    I liked the big net inside the car at the top at 28:25 , where to get such net and what is it called exactly to search for it on the net

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Thanks so much @rahalati, it was actually a heavy duty cargo net, they're really not easy to come by. A friend of mine actually gave it to me and I ended up using it for my car instead 😎🤙🏻

  • @shanecullis895
    @shanecullis895 Před 3 lety +1

    Great channel and lots of good advice, thanks Roland. Can I ask where you got your rear door panel organizers? Looked on 4x4assists' website and nothing mentioned there.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Howdy Shane, they were from them, but he custom made them for me, just give Mark a call...

    • @shanecullis895
      @shanecullis895 Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks Roland

  • @nyausyaoc7207
    @nyausyaoc7207 Před 3 lety +1

    You didn't talk about the engine mod. Did you add a turbo to the 1hz? Or did you change it out to hdt? I see the scoop and top mounted intercooler. Interested to know.
    Great walk around of the Donkey...

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Nyaus, I didn't cover it on this video as I did in the previous one about the donkey, it'll be a little further down in the videos on the channel. It was added to the vehicle before I purchased it. Still a 1Hz motor but not the usual dog slow one, low pressure turbo that takes the edge off pretty much...

    • @nyausyaoc7207
      @nyausyaoc7207 Před 3 lety +1

      @@MyLifeinAfricaThanks, didn't know you'd covered it before. I'll go back and look for it. Keep up the great work. Cheers!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      thank you man will do 🤙🏻

  • @Gothanza1
    @Gothanza1 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome setup. I have a Nissan patrol that I have set up for overlanding. Question , I love the canvas pouches on the back door. How does it attach to the door frame and where can I get some of them? Thanks

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi Izak, thanks so much for the comments, I feel your pain with fuel, something we share! The canvas pouches are attached with A. Velcro to the window and B. Riveted to the doorframe, only after 6 years is the velcro starting to slip, I plan to replace on 2021 anyway with a new colour scheme, so works out well...

    • @Gothanza1
      @Gothanza1 Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks for the reply. Yes fuel, the biggest expense when you plan a trip. But if you want the horses to run , you need to feed them. Another question....why did you choose the cyrix combined over a solenoid? I’m busy overhauling my dual battery system to victron but so far the start up charge was the part I thought about the least. So it’s interesting to see someone using a combined over a solenoid or a dc to dc charger (but you already have the victron
      Mppt so that would be overkill, but then there is the 100% charge capacity)

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      @@Gothanza1 it's pretty simple really, so the cyrix charges both ways, so once my auxiliary is full the charge is then sent to my crank battery until full. So if I wake up on the morning and can't start my vehicle I wait an hour or 2 and it has been charged. The other benefit is the amp or passes to the batteries when driving, they have the 170Amph and the 220Amph, so depending on your alternator will depend on what you should get. I have the 220 and well it pumps my batteries when driving...

  • @moritzfindt4001
    @moritzfindt4001 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice video!! Where did you get this kitchen gullwing from?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hi Moritz, they were custom made from Bushtech Aluminium Canopies in JHB, fourways, just off Cedar Road

  • @Photoshop-Phreak
    @Photoshop-Phreak Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful rig! What’s the rationale for using the RTT as opposed to a pop-up roof conversion? I’ve always thought the primary advantage of a troopy is the ability to create a live-in vehicle with the conversion. Particularly with the shortage of troopies in SA, I’d think it would be more cost effective to get a 76 or 79 if one didn’t want to chop the roof.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Well the big thing in SA is cost, at 100k +/- for a roof conversion it's all definitely cheaper doing the RTT compared to a full conversion. Not to say we are not looking at it, but right now it doesn't make sense. Currently I need a 4 person sleeper, the roof conversion would not provide this for me. Something once the young ones are on their own path for sure though...I hope that makes sense 😎

  • @homesofafrica
    @homesofafrica Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for your explanation, really helpful. Where do you buy the tyre bag?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      That's from the guys at 4x4 Assist, you can just message them and they'll sort you out!!!

    • @homesofafrica
      @homesofafrica Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica thanks 🙏🏻

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      no worries at all 😎👌🏻

  • @effendielally3387
    @effendielally3387 Před 3 lety +1

    Which garmin are you using on your dash? I have a Prado 120 and find the garmins too big for the dash!!

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hey Effendie, i have been meaning to reply to you but keep forgetting to check the model number, i went and had a look now and it is the Nuvi 2595, so nothing special but it works well...

  • @wetwaterfish
    @wetwaterfish Před 5 měsíci

    Where does one get those wheel arches for the troopy in SA?

  • @SeanBezuidenhout
    @SeanBezuidenhout Před 3 lety +1

    Nice Roland, some very lekker upgrades.
    Weight? 3.2?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Sean, you're almost right, 3180kg 🤟🏻

  • @oldgrumpy
    @oldgrumpy Před 2 lety +1

    Hi, what engine you running in the troopy? And what mods are done to the engine?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Willie, it's a 1Hz, 4.2 straight 6, have an aftermarket turbo that's about the only mod to the engine, a low pressure turbo though so great for maintaining speed and that's about it hahahaha

  • @R.E.HILL_
    @R.E.HILL_ Před 3 lety +1

    Nice... That freezer, can it maintain -18 in 30C ambient?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      it definitely can, I run mine at -18 usually and it always maintains the temperature without a hassle!!! 👌🏻

  • @victorburzlaff9380
    @victorburzlaff9380 Před 3 lety +1

    3200kg must be on or just under legal GVM - Nice walk around, but the table supplier is not listed not is it named. Please share more on your tyre table.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Very very close guess there, there will be a new one coming soon, this particular one is not made anymore. BushGearSA are in the process of making a new and improved version.... almost spot on with the weight...

  • @juanpinto3323
    @juanpinto3323 Před 3 lety +1

    The donkey is the 4.2 Diesel trust me

  • @oupavideo
    @oupavideo Před 3 lety +5

    With a full load, I’d say you are at 3600kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      shooooooo not that heavy, someone further down here guessed it exactly 😜

  • @heinrichvollgraaff5286
    @heinrichvollgraaff5286 Před 3 lety +1

    Where did you buy the cargo net in the back? Want to use it in my canopy.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      It was actually a gift from the guys that do my canvas bags, 4x4Assist in JHB 🤟🏻

  • @richardevans2534
    @richardevans2534 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice vehicle. Do you have a weblink for the canvas stuff as I also have a 78 troopie

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hi Richard, 4x4assist.co.za will get you on contact with Mark who does our canvas work for us 🤙🏻

    • @richardevans2534
      @richardevans2534 Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica many thanks.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      @@richardevans2534 no worries at all 😎🤟🏻

  • @kreigerbushcraft79
    @kreigerbushcraft79 Před 2 lety

    Hi, Did you make the tire bag and tire table yourself?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 2 lety

      Hi Kreiger, we made neither of them ourselves, you can however order both from our suppliers, 4x4 Assist does the canvas bags and other things and All in 4x4 does the tire tables, let me know if you want contact details?

  • @jonathanneethling
    @jonathanneethling Před rokem

    How much has this changed ? Specifically the victron | electronics…

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před rokem

      Not by a lot, just changed the panels and 1 or 2 other things since this video...

    • @jonathanneethling
      @jonathanneethling Před rokem

      @@MyLifeinAfrica - I jumped the gun. I saw you did a recap video later on: thanks for answering me.

  • @qswedasf
    @qswedasf Před 3 lety +1

    Average of 6km/L is actually not that bad considering all the equipment and extra weight over factory.

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      anything I consider on a 70 from 4.5ltrs is a winner

    • @qswedasf
      @qswedasf Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica What average speed do you normally do when doing tar highway?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      normally about 100-110kmph and that's GPS speed, I generally do not drive faster than that!

    • @qswedasf
      @qswedasf Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica Nice

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      slow and steady wins the race 🤪

  • @ernestndlovu3284
    @ernestndlovu3284 Před rokem

    Hey Roland it's Ernest again can you please let me know if you have stock and price list please

  • @TheCandyman351
    @TheCandyman351 Před 3 lety +1

    3400 kg

  • @sajidskii511
    @sajidskii511 Před 2 lety

    4 tons

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 2 lety

      Quite a bit off there, he was 3120kg at the time of that video if memory serves correct!

  • @rududuplessis2907
    @rududuplessis2907 Před 3 lety +1

    3500kg

  • @heinrichvollgraaff5286

    Weight when loaded for a trip i would say 3150-3200kg

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Trip packed we are a little heavier but as he stands there 3180kg...

    • @peters2860
      @peters2860 Před 3 lety

      @@MyLifeinAfrica All fuelled (tanks&cans) up? Fuel alone inc cans will be closer to 280kg.... & Happy XMas btw :-)

  • @madcat4563
    @madcat4563 Před 3 lety

    Is that roof net from tauro?

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      Hi there, no it's actually heavy duty pool netting

  • @BlaiseSamoy
    @BlaiseSamoy Před 3 lety +1

    Donkey weight? 3,400!🥵😂

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety +1

      hahahaha no ways, he's 3180kg but good guess 👌🏻

  • @carlwortmann4143
    @carlwortmann4143 Před 3 lety +1

    Guessing weight equivalent to about 16-17 actual donkeys..

    • @MyLifeinAfrica
      @MyLifeinAfrica  Před 3 lety

      hahahahahaha you win the Internet for this one 🤣😂

  • @kevinlouwrens2756
    @kevinlouwrens2756 Před 3 lety +1

    4000kg

  • @Bakgat777
    @Bakgat777 Před 3 lety +1

    Donkey weight? my guess 3,199kg

  • @rohanscott6813
    @rohanscott6813 Před 3 lety

    3450kg?

  • @nonofowamotlhaping3606
    @nonofowamotlhaping3606 Před 3 lety +1

    With a full load, I’d say you are at 3000kg

  • @duanemoller478
    @duanemoller478 Před 3 lety

    3145 kg 😜

  • @richisafrika4759
    @richisafrika4759 Před 3 lety

    3400 kg...😏