Nice walk around. Great job of discussing the rig! You got it going on!

just bought a 91 fj80. same as yours. but 4" lift and the arb bull bar with sliders and fender guards. factory lockers the works. loving it! cant wait to go out and explore!

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Awesome coombsy16 Sounds like a great ride! 4" lift is just about right. I need a bit more!

Good looking truck and good summary of the upgrades. Love a purpose built truck and like what you said about the custom pin-striping! Look forward to more videos.

Great video. I watched all of your videos but this was the best. I went on a solo trip to the mountains last year with my truck but I just recently bought an 08 Jeep unlimited Rubicon to turn into my dedicated adventure rig. I am building it very similar to how you have your Land Cruiser. Overlanding is my new passion and means of relaxation. Hope you post more videos soon

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

I'll post more soon! Its a passion of mine as well!

Excellent and educational video. Congratulations.

Great walk around! Glad i stumbled on your channel

Subscribed! Looking forward to seeing more your overlanding adventures!

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

About to post one from Corral Hollow trail!

Very nice rig!

Love the content on your channel Mike..i was looking forward to see whats under the hood of this bad boy.. but wasnt covered nor anyone cared to ask under the comments section. Did u supercharge ur rig ? dual battery ? ppl complain of 80 series being underpowered.. Have u done anything about it ?...

Sweet rig! I have a 95 montero sr (rear locker/center lock option). I think this is a good goal for it haha, but i dont know if it will ever look this sweet! Cheers

Nice rig sir. You just got a new subscriber.

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+KeliBaB Thank you!

sorry about that. phone troubles. thanks for the info.

Love your setup and rig. Experience shows in your attention to detail. Could you consider an update or tools to take on an overland journey like yours?

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Gary G It's a good idea! In the meantime, check out this article on our site. It's not exactly what you are asking for - tools and gear that are vehicle related, but covers kit to bring. You could pair way down from this! www.overlandbound.com/ultimate-overland-checklist/ ...and consider heading to our forums! Lots of great advice from members!

Nice ride, Subscribed too.

Great video. I love me some 80 series landcruisers. So whats your biggest reason or reasons for going with a landcrusier vs say a toyota tacoma 4x4 crew cab pickup truck with a camper? Im on the fence on which to pick but those are my top 2 choices for overland adventuring. Any tips?

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

Hey mixflip - I really wanted the factory lockers and the seating capacity. Also, I did quite a bit of research on true cost of ownership using Edmunds. After all the research, for me, the FZJ80 stood out as the way to go. I admit to having a soft spot for Jeeps too ;)

@JunkfoodZombieGuns

9 жыл бұрын

The Tacomas and 4Runners are great. I owned two Tacomas, a 2001 and a 2005, and both were great trucks. I now own a Land Cruiser. From experience with both, I can say that some big advantages of the Cruisers are interior space, and a much stronger drive train. The components are stout. 9.5" ring gears and nice fat axles will stand up to a lot of abuse. Anything can break, but they are strong. The Tacomas are a bit lighter, so they put a little less stress on those axles, but any solid front axle Toyota will take a pretty good beating. The offroad performance of a Cruiser right out of the box is pretty tough to beat though. Please, don't thank me for confusing you even more... :-D

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Ha ha! That's great JunkfoodZombie ! Ya I took a tocoma through Baja a couple times and the light weight was great in the sand. I do prefer my FZJ80 though. Will get me anywhere!

@JunkfoodZombieGuns

9 жыл бұрын

Overland Bound You know it. I just spent the day at Windrock in East Tennessee, where I live. Did some good trails. I was in my FJ62 and had a couple friends in a 4Runner and a Jeep TJ. I will likely post a video within the next week. I posted a video of my last trip recently. Feel free to check it out and see my truck. Have a good one!

Your video helped me make a decision, I was thinking whether to buy the plastic gasoline tanks, they look great in the rack, but I had the feeling that they are very small and more when you think of a Tundra, so you are buying at least one of those. Ask how long do you recommend saving gas in those tanks ?. That if I would not put gasoline together with water, nothing confirmed, but I have the feeling that the gases in the gasoline could contaminate the water. Maybe I do not have any relationship but I have that feeling. Thank you.

Love that roof rack

Regarding your point on vehicles and paint condition, couple of people I know have absolutely immaculate rigs which see all kinds of terrain, and when not muddy or dusty, they're pretty much spotless. No shame in having a shiny rig.

Nice rig!

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks smokeycanopy

Intresting and neat stuff man! I have a 98 4runner limited/locked and plan on doing overlanding with it as well Im from GA but moved to Alaska because of army but the runner is def gonna get used! Have a 9800LB SmittyBuilt Winch and plan on getting a ARB Bumper on it and OME Lift on it Keep it up

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Ravi Patel That sounds like a good setup! I would definitely go ARB!

@ravip92

8 жыл бұрын

+Overland Bound can't seem to find any in Alaska

Michael, where did you get the wind deflector that goes in front of your roof rack?

Hello Micheal, Thanks for a great video! Question: I am in the market for a swing out arm system that will carry a spare tire and couple fuel jerrycans. Where did you get yours please? Thanks again

Great video. On your website, you implied on the Joshua Trip, that you sleep in the vehicle. Can you show us your sleeping platform/configuration. Thanks

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Yep! I'll get to this thought I'll tell you, its pretty simple. We usually put down our mats in the back with a sleeping bag. That's it. The insulation of the truck makes a big difference in cold weather!

Very nice overlander, gotta love Land Cruisers! Love them bumpers and the roof rack. I would still fix a better winch to it. You can never know where you end up! How about a multimedia system with a screen and rearview cam? Great channel, subbed. ATB!

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Lone Woodpecker Thanks so much! Ya, some day I may go with that bigger winch, but for where I am and what my budget is, its been great so far. Thanks for watching!

Sweet Rig

@calvin3448

8 жыл бұрын

how did you know? you tasted it.

I was about to buy a stock Land Cruiser like this this time last year, but I needed a commuter for school -_- so I settled in between for a Legacy Outback...still want one though.

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Xander521 It doesnt matter what you drive! Outfit and Explore! ;)

The rig, I love it! I have my eye on a ‘97. I’m a new subscriber. I was wondering if you could tell me your new engine cost.

what do you do for a living?

Could you provide a link to the aluminum sand ladders?

That thing is SICK! beautiful rig. I am a long time FJ40 owner who recently acquired a 97 FJ80. bonus with the lockers. what suspension & tire size are you running? I'm leaning towards a 2.5 ome & 35s with 4.88s. I also love the look of 2.5 trim the fenders & 37s. this rig is being built with future plans of being shipped to the big island of Hawaii on the rainy side. 160 inches a year or more kinda rain. I don't wanna be stuck in a muddy jungle but I do love the way it rides now stock suspension with 33s. please tell me how you would build your rig for this kind of extreme 2 volcano with snow, endless jungle, lava fields, beaches extreme terrain. thanks for the videos & info. have a good one kind sir.

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Dalton Wyatt Hi Dalton! Glad you like it! I'm running Old Man Emu 2.5" with a 1" spacer on back and 35s. Stock gearing, no issues. For extreme weather I may go with something different than the Mud Terrains I use now. Depends if it is asphalt or off road. I'm really happy with my setup - eventually, I may go with Icon Vehicle Dynamics suspension. I'd love to see more on your rig!

cool set up. Where do you get the rear bumper from? thanks.

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Hendra “Banten” Medan Unfortunately, the rear bumper is no longer in business. Check out Slee OffRoad!

Hey, Mike! I sure do like your car - especially because it's an older vehicle and you can't realy tell that at the First sight. At least I can't. I just bought a 2001 patrol and I'm setting it up to become a 4x4 camper. Can you tell me how you deal with rust, please. If you have any...

Walmart sells bumpers??? SWEET!

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

Hahah! You bet.

Love your car and the fun you have with it in the outdoors. I think you drive a diesel? how much horsepower does your car have? Thanks!

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Erwin Schutt Thank you! Standard Petrol (gas). Horsepower: 212 @ 4600 rpm Torque: 275 ft-lbs. @ 3200 rpm

3:30 personally I agree with the sentiment of what you are saying, however it depends on where you are traveling. Anywhere with, snow, ice, sand or wet tarmac/gravel and you will be better with ATs (KO2s imo). KMs are only best in instances where you are frequently traveling through heavy 'sticky' mud. Personally for me, living in western Europe and overlanding to Eastern Europe and North Africa, I feel KO2s blow any mud tyre out of the water, also rate General Grabbers highly.

Great looking setup, I just purchased my 97 fzj80 has 115K miles no lockers but pristine cant wait to see more vids. where do you get the floor mats?

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

Hey Sierrabtb75 - They are called "Sandgrabba" mats. They are made in AU, and I had to get mine shipped to the US - expensive, but the best mats I found. Better than "Husky" or "WeatherTech". There may be more local distributors now. That was a few years ago - still holding up! www.nobullaccessories.com.au/sandgrabba-floor-mats/sandgrabber

This is so cool, I'm planning on starting up a rig of my own for Overland Camping. I live in the PNW, always loved living out here, but I'm just so sick of campsite restrictions! I want freedom! Does anyone have any advice on how to get started? Do's and Don'ts? I'm looking at Toyota land cruisers(Or Lexus LX), 1990 to 2005, planning on doing a full overland convert. I love toyotas 4x4 and I don't see myself using anything else. I have mechanical and metalworking experience so I am planning some serious mods!

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Joseph Kravets You are starting out on the right path! Your prefered platform is a very capable rig! If you can find one with the lockers, it is well worth the wait! Also, lots of great advice on the forums! overlandbound.com/forums/index.php

I read a comment on your limb riser video and you said you don't drill into the bumper. How did you mount your Hella lights on it?

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Brayden Jackson This ARB bumper comes with light mounts from the factory!

Great sight and thank you for all the information and "how to's" I have a question hoping for some input. I am looking at buying my rig 1998 Toyota 4 runner SR5 4x4,anything I should be aware of or look for? I knw yours is not a 4 runner but the age is close. :) thanks Corey

@danmac247

4 жыл бұрын

Check out @tim the toolman's channel here on KZread. He basically has DIY videos for the entire factory service manual for 3rd gen 4runners.

Thanks for the vid. What is the name of the mats from Australia?

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Hi There! Thanks for watching - the mats are called Sand Grabba mats. www.nobullaccessories.com.au/

how much did the whole rig set you back?

Where do you buy your rear bumper from?

Hi Michael, What's the different of your four Hella lights on roof racks and the two on the ARB bumper? What sizes are they? Thank you, Hendra from New York.

@OverlandBound

7 жыл бұрын

Same! Hella Rallye 4000s

@luvlivingcruisers2454

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. My rig '97 FZJ80 almost done, will get lights and rock sliders. Always love your videos.👍

Have you re-geared? I have 33s and thinking of going 35s but i think i would have to re-gear escpically living at 7200 feet

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

What year 80? I've got the fzj80 (96) and no issues.

With you being the owner of this FZJ80, do you recommend this for maybe a daily driver? I'm 15, and I want an off road capable vehicle, but I'm curious if its too much for a daily.

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Jack Tanton I drive mine every day! I personally don't think its too much!

@MrSaber152

8 жыл бұрын

i would go tacoma or 4runner. given your age and i assume budget. landcruisers can be pricy to repair and maintain. and honestly your age you likly dont have kids or need for the passenger space. a tacoma will serve you better when you enter adult hood and start you adult life. truck beds are very handy and you can make a tacoma every bit if not more offroad capable than a landcruiser.

Really nice rig. I have an '89 FJ62 that I wheel when I can. I want to set it up for overland type stuff, and have some parts done. I have the ARB bumper (a must for Cruisers), an Old Man Emu suspension and a Warn winch. I still need to do sliders and a rear bumper and some diff locks for sure. The 62 runs open diffs :( I will also find a roof rack at some point. Sadly, the money isn't there right now, but it's a cruiser, which makes it pretty capable to begin with anyway. If you want to see it, you can do so here: Offroading to Windrock Radar Base 10/25/14 Subbed to your channel. I like what you're doing and look forward to seeing more as you make it. Thanks for making some really good videos. Have a good one!

Since 4runners are usually one of the vehicles used for overlanding; how about the Land Cruisers as an overland bound vehicle. Can they be fitted with the typical winch, bumpers, roof racks, fridges, etc. Also can they be used as an emergency vehicle to carry emergency suppliies in the case of an emergency; such as fires, earthquakes, major floodings?

@OverlandBound

6 жыл бұрын

Yes!

Awesome rig!!! I own a 97 4runner which is my daily driver at the moment i am on a strict budget / maintenance build since i have 318??? miles on it any suggestions or mods that can be done? Oh and BTW your fender flares are they stock or what👍 where did ya get them?

@OverlandBound

5 жыл бұрын

Stock!

@keithhall2649

5 жыл бұрын

@@OverlandBound i think those fender flares make it look mean 👍👍

I like that build, the only thing I hate is the overkill on the lighting. If you want good lighting do your research, get the best for your use and you won't have all that mess.

How did you get the antenna to extend with the aftermarket head unit

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+1495FJW I switched to a whip. Better for brush!

Awsom Rig like to know were I can get those floor mats for my 100 series landcruiser?

@OverlandBound

7 жыл бұрын

Those are Sand Grabba matts out of AUS.

@timothykaras8517

7 жыл бұрын

Do you have an email address to contact them on price and availability?

Where are the floor mats from?

also, what lift?

Sorry Im new to your videos. What is that on your hood ?

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Ali Khalid Anti-glare!

Hi Michael - I'm Chad (aka Liberty Offroad & Overland Bound member #13238). i'm setting up my 2007 Jeep Liberty rig on a budget...so far my biggest upgrades include a 2.5" suspension lift, skid plates, rock sliders, a roof cargo rack, and some all-terrain tires (Hankook Dynapro ATM). What would you suggest as a next project as far as priority while staying budget-conscious? Thanks!

@OverlandBound

5 жыл бұрын

You’re pretty set! That’s a good order of upgrade. You might think about satellite comms, a ham radio, or could get into a front winch mount bumper.

@libertyoffroad1

5 жыл бұрын

thanks - yeah front wincher and rear multi-carrier bumpers are definitely on the wish list, also possibly a rooftop tent, CB/comms system, and a fridge. but $$$$ :)

Did you notice a leakage under your engine? Seems like gear box...

It's too bad the rear bumper doesn't have a built in hitch, that hitch mounted below it is killing your departure angle. I'm getting ready to replace the rear bumper on my Jeep soon, I can't wait to ditch the separate hitch that's currently below my stock bumper, I've slammed that poor thing into so many rocks! Very nice rig though, well done!

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+UndergroundTrev I agree with you! M

good vid i just bought a 94 land cruiser yours has 2 buttons next to you shifter. mine does not what are they? btw i just subbed

@OverlandBound

10 жыл бұрын

Hey there MrSaber - the two buttons are 2nd gear start and pwr mode. The 2nd gear button keeps it from dropping to first when you are in 4 low.

That’s was awesome do you have triple locked your land cruiser????

@OverlandBound

5 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@RobertCarrizal

5 жыл бұрын

@@OverlandBound You Have Merry Christmas And Happy New Year 2019 My Name Is Bobby Carrizal We Have Hard Hearing Losses and Deaf I Love For Overland Vehicles I Liked It Your Land Cruiser 80 Series

Where did you say your rear bumper is from?

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Thats a Hanna Quality Rear bumper, unfortunately, they don't make them any more!

how many miles do you have on ur cruiser? thanks

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+Andrew Bluemel 170k now!

Would you recommend and CB vs ham radio?

@OverlandBound

7 жыл бұрын

Nah. Probably Ham, but both if you can!

@DOCPSYCHOsince1968

7 жыл бұрын

Joshua Ellis Both! Amateur is easy, find a amateur club that does the cram exam 1 day in and out or, there are many free/ low cost online options to study and the go take the test. Around the $15 mark. License is good for 10 years

What sliders do you have

@OverlandBound

7 жыл бұрын

Hanna Quality

Is your rig lifted, how high and what brand?

@OverlandBound

7 жыл бұрын

yes! Old Many Emu 2.5" heavy with 1" spacers on back!

@themontashu1

7 жыл бұрын

www.walmart.com/ip/ARB-4x4-Accessories-3413190-Front-Deluxe-Bull-Bar-Winch-Mount-Bumper-w-Bar/194040596 This one is a special order but can be had from Walmart. They do a few other high end bumpers too

@MrBigdrewbowski

7 жыл бұрын

I really like that set up. Are those 33's or 35's? I am about to go with the same lift. :)

@DOCPSYCHOsince1968

7 жыл бұрын

Loren M that is the driving light option in the bar. Without Version is www.4wheelparts.com/Bumpers-Tire-Carriers-Winch-Mounts/ARB-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-Bull-Bar-Winch-Mount-Front-Bumper-Black-3411050.aspx?t_c=64&t_s=26&t_pt=6410&t_pn=ARB3411050

what size tires are those? i cant tell on the video...

@firetofork

9 жыл бұрын

***** Pretty sure they're 285/75 R16 (33's)

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

***** Hey Dan, 315/75 R16 (35s)

80👍

hey, I see that you live in california, where exactly do you live because my uncle has an fj80 crew with 7 fj80

@calvin3448

8 жыл бұрын

lol, you live in redwood shores, thats an hour from our campsite and off road courses, your fzj80 might be like some of ours because of the hight lift and stock wheels

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+CALVIN NGUYEN Hey man! We live out in Oakland now, but pretty close! Would love to meet the crew!

My vehicle is a 2014 Ford Raptor, btw

hi, really nice truck. you got instagram?

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Hi Damian, Thank you! Yes! I'm Overland Bound on IG. See you there!

@OverlandBound

9 жыл бұрын

Also check out Overlandbound.com

Keep buying Australian products.. Great setup

Where can I get the rear bumper ... Member #8241 ..I live in San Jose

hi just subscribed I started to overland a month ago I have a Toyota first gen 4 runner started to get it ready with bumpers and gear I am In baja california ensenada how can i subscribe you can check my video in my channel the first video its in the coast of baja called la lobera love what you are doing

@OverlandBound

8 жыл бұрын

+GUILLERMO NUÑEZ Awesome! Welcome!