"Okami" is the Japanese word for wolf. Might be a good name for the Land Cruiser. Luv to watch ya Luke! I'd much rather watch you brave the elements than drag my butt in the freezing wet snow wind and rain! I dig your meal plans, I've ate some of your concoctions at home! Even eat some of the MRE's! Lol
The Ippikio -okami ( The lone wolf ) -匹狼 here it is in block font. Before my retirement due to illness I used to be an artist. I could easily knock something up to turn into a stencil file. That is, if Luke likes it. It just seems kinda fitting a Japanese lone wolf for the vehicle.
AMEN there! ever since my stroke in Alaska, [ i lived the outdoor life ] the outdoor gear review is all i get now, i was FOOL enough to move to #$% Pa [ my home state ] and living RIGHT in the town of Butler blows as im just stuck here. its so lame compared to AK.😴
@@brianbarton2106 Pennsylvania is an absolutely beautiful state but I don't think anything can beat the beautiful Alaska. I hope your recovery is going well and maybe you will be able to go back.
I’m from Boone and I’ve hiked the Linville area several times. When I started to overland, my first vehicle choice was a Land Cruiser of the same era you got but they were so difficult to find. So, I purchased a 2012 FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Special Edition for that purpose. I would recommend you upgrade the shocks on your Land Cruiser as they sound “shot” as your rig was not taking those pot holes well.
Luke, mate… 17:37 onwards, when that thumpin’ beat starts up and the cinematic footage of the mountain climbing into the clouds begins? WOW man! Just… wow! That’s the best footage I’ve seen on your channel so far. Mind… absolutely… blown! 🤯
I had the V6 version of the Toyota Landcruiser for many years in Dubai, and used it for desert driving. (The V8 was far to heavy on the front wheels, and could dig into the sand.) It had two fuel tanks with a capacity of 145 litres ( about 38 U.S.gallons). It also had provision for a second 12 volt battery if you were going to really remote places! An awesome vehicle with a solid reputation for reliability.
My Stepmom died three years ago this Christmas. Her name is Tsurue (Basically "Too-sur-roo") and was nicknamed Mickey. I would be honored if you would name the truck Tsurue the Toyota! In Japanese Kanji, Tsurue is "spelled" 鶴恵 The first character is "crane" (the bird) and the second character is "blessed". The name fits because with the Land Cruiser, you are free as a bird and you are certainly blessed to own it! Just a thought
Hi, Luke. I don't generally comment, but ALWAYS faithfully watch! Just want to say that it's very much appreciated for the way you approach camping and life in general-reminding us it's the simplest things that truly matters. As someone who enjoys escaping to the Blue Ridge of Va as often as I can *and my hubby and I have considered an off-grid cabin like yours, seeing the easy way you take each adventure is so relatable. We are looking at options now for an RV as my back (and now neck) continue to worsen, but we will not give up our own adventures. Thanks, again Luke! It's so fun to come along with you.
The population of countries that drive on the right is only +/- 30pct of the world population. So how can driving on the right remotely be considered right?
Hi mate these are common in AUSTRALIA what I might suggest for yours (1) Roof Rack for extended trips (2) High Lift Jack quicker and easier than a normal jack plus it can fit on the spare wheel
😂 lol and it makes you want to spend your money, I’ve bought several items from Luke’s recommendations and I must say I’m very pleased. He’s really spot on with product reviews. 10/10 ! 🫡 👍
Nice vehicle! For a 30 year old car it looks incredible. Looking forward to your modifications and future trips. My you and yours have a very Merry Christmas. Thank you for posting your videos.
Just throwing this out there…. If you plan on using that winch, pull it out and check it. If it’s an original, it probably uses steel cable. Best to check over it and make sure it’s spooled right so you don’t have to find out it’s bad when you need it out on the trail. Nice rig though! Congrats on the find. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Love the Cruiser..Most amazing vehicle.. I would suggest a roofrack and a side mounted roof tarp. They are retractable into a box which is secured to the rack, almost like a pull down blind.
I am so jealous of this vehicle! You have the coolest taste in trucks, I even loved your old diesel pickup, though this one is definitely more suited to camping! As for a name, it definitely needs a Japanese spin to honor it's past adventures. There was a now extinct Japanese wolf called the Honshu wolf, might be cool to try to incorporate that into the name. Can't wait to see more adventures in this truck!
Best "overland" vehicle ever. The places I've gone in mine (1997 3X-locked Collector's Edition) have enriched my life in countless ways. What an amazing vehicle. They get you to the destination, goes anywhere you want and best of all they bring you back home. One thing tho: It's not a V6 it is a straight 6. 😊
That thing is a beast and will take whatever you can throw at it 🥰 the only thing you need to do is always have an oil change every 5000 miles and that's it. Can't wait for you to make more 4*4 camping videos 😍
Oh my goodness how you slept thru the night…..but this is your story to tell, and I will listen. Blessing to you for sharing your life journey. Thank you
Land Cruisers are amazing vehicles. Absolutely bomb-proof. One of my best memories of a right-hand drive vehicle is having a passenger in it asleep. The amount of shocked looks you get from other road users is hilarious! They're fast asleep at the wheel! 😂😂
You could call the vehicle The 442, "Go for Broke"(442nd motto) or something to that effect, honoring WW2 regiment; 442nd Infantry Regiment (Japanese: 第442歩兵連隊) was an infantry regiment of the United States Army. The regiment is best known as the most decorated in U.S. military history and as a fighting unit composed almost entirely of second-generation American soldiers of Japanese ancestry (Nisei) who fought in World War II.
Love it! Hope the SUV is good to you and Susan for adventures to come. Also, since the SUV will be "hunting" for its adventures, how about Jaegar? Jaegers and Kaijus are always fighting in Japanese media.
Hi Luke. Great find on the "TLC",,lol. I'd definitely replace the shocks with some nitrogen precharge coil overs. Not too bad on the bank but a great investment and longevity is there. I've offroaded for over 40 years and went through many of trial and error parts and mock ups. A friend of mine does dash backing overlays for all sorts of vehicles. He was in our club when I was in PA. His name as Azzy and does a great job. Can make them in white as most people want that upgrade to see better. I'm looking forward to what you and Susie do with this beast. As far as names; my wolf in a game is called "SKYWISE" as self explanatory. You have my blessing to use it if wanted. Please mainly you and Susie have a nice and wonderful Merry Christmas and hope to see you soon. Gods Peace to All.~
Curtains or window shades for additional privacy at night. A portable air compressor. Great for air mattress, low tires, and blowing out dirt from the back of the vehicle. You already have the Jackery to run it.
Yet another great video! And nice to see you driving on the "right" side! LoL Be interesting to see how you get on with a smaller vehicle, as we don't get pickups as large as yours in the UK.
Had a “89” Toyota Landcruiser. Me n the kids loved it. Had butcher block lid for center console and covering entire tailgate. Was great off-road and in snow. Biggest mistake getting rid of it. Got a 78 FJ55 now. So much fun. I do believe the plush carpet is common.
Congratulations on the "new" Land Cruiser. I also have an 80 series - a 1994 FZJ80. So, the same engine as yours. It's not the fastest or most powerful but they are very reliable! Can't wait to see future camping videos with the 80. My wife and I go camping all over the place with our 80. Has never let us down! By the way, if you plan on getting rid of that stove/sink setup I would be happy to pay to take it off your hands. Also if you would ship it to Canada :). I love old Land Cruiser stuff and would be happy to try and fix the stove and use it in our Land Cruiser. Just a thought.
hello, first of all thanks for the great content, one of the things that helps the most is adding insulation between the sheet of the car and the interior plastic, the best thing is that it does not take up space within the usable area inside the car.
Amazing Luke! We love your new vehicle! How about a roof rack/ storage?! And btw, concerning your toy hauler, if you haven't named it, how about Stella 1?! There's bound to be a Stella 2! And this new family member ,Tokyo Rose!! Cheers from Phoenix p.s. we agree with you that the Japanese are wonderful people
As someone who overlands with a 35 year old Volvo wagon I would recomend changing all the fluids, you don't know when they were done last, and then changing all the suspension bushings and shocks and springs and the inner and outer tierod ends and ball joints. Those parts would smooth out the ride and eliminate a lot of the creaking and popping.
I drove an up-armored 80 series land cruiser in afghanistan for 8 months. i loved having that console fridge, especially on 120f days. ice cold rip-its and shock coffee were a nice treat to come back to after long mission days.
Luke👍👍 Can't go wrong with a Toyota dirt machine. I've had many over the years and some I wish I still had like a 77' FJ40 and a 80' FJ45 p/u. Modding yours for camping and such will be a fun journey and a shock to your wallet but what a journey it will be. This was a great video showing off the Land Cruiser, good score. Too bad no campfire, next time maybe. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and the family. See ya next time.
Started out with one of the first built LCs and owned many through the years. Best ever vehicle in the bush n farm in Oz. Shame they became a show type instead of a workhorse. One of mine did over half million Ks . Bushyboy Oz.
Now you can work for the postal service and do rural routes. It won't be any problem delivering mail. They all have right hand drive vehicles. I was stationed in Japan and drove a 1976 Toyota Celica GT. Loved it! Snorkel will do more than you think. Your air comes from the fenderwell where dirt is kicked up by the tires. That will dirty your filter quickly. The snorkel will bring in clean air from above the vehicle and will help the engine last longer. If you look at the military vehicles, they have a snorkel with a dirt/dust collector to catch the debris before it gets into the engine.
Luke maybe call it the Wolf Cruiser. To answer the other comment, through my illness I watch Luke around 2/3 am when I can't sleep and yes the adventures relax me. Thx Luke.
I purchased a1983 land cruiser wagon new, and have had several offroad vehicles before and after that. The land cruiser was by far my favorite. And that's with three jeeps from 1955 to 2006 in my possession as I write this.
The Japanese make really nice tiny campers. Very well thought out and nicely designed. If VW never comes back with an old Split Windshield VW camper bus, I’d like to get a Japanese tiny camper.
I enjoy sitting in the truck watching the rain. I often have a Thermus of coffee beside me on the front seat. I keep the camera close in case I see any critters. I'll cheat and sometimes use the truck heater for a warmup. A single seater truck warms up in a snap.
I love our LC and where we can go. We are thinking of extending our camping year by adding the Napier tailgate tent and using the Stalwart electric blanket powered by the Jackery 240.
I'd name her the (Grey Wolf) or (Spirit Wolf) would fit the the theme of your channel. Those are very strong trucks and Japanese know how to keep there vehicle's well maintained. Great video and the truck is awesome.
Love, love, love the new ride. She's a beauty. My daughter was born the same year as your new toy. Super excited to see all the upcoming adventures with her.
That second yawn made me yawn and as soon as I stopped yawning I chuckled to myself and muttered "did I get ya?" And lo and behold you actually said it for the first time in a while, right after I said it! Haha
The 80 Series 'Cruisers are like the best mate you've had for 20 years. Sure, they may have a drinking problem, be a bit rough round the edges, but they're dependable, and if you keep the sauce (read: oil) up to them, they're always there for you no matter what.
2:16 minutes in and I’m already excited for you. Still can’t believe you got a right side steer. I’ve drove right hand tractor truck and thought I was gonna wipe out every mailbox on 2 lane roads.
Check your suspension Luke, shocks and the springs, get the oil changed and do the everything like flush your transmission fluid, and have your radiator coolant flushed… change your cabin filter and the engine element filter…
That landcruise is so damn clean! hope you keep it till the end, they don't make cars/trucks robust like that anymore, it's a true gem.. I miss my (cousin of the landcruiser) 1997 4runner.
You got yourself a treeclimber! And it looks like you got a well treated one too. Congrats. You will not regret your choice of a vehicle. Just make sure you got a set if good tires with it.
I like the Land Cruiser Yep I like it a back up camera would be fine. I'd probly get rid of the sink too ! Window tint and or insulation panels . Hope You're Family likes it as well , safe Travels God Bless All !
I'd start with a reverse beeper delete, then I'd recommend a 6" lift (with new bilstein shocks), 38" super swampers (with a full size spare), a rooftop tent, traction boards to level the vehicle out while its parked, a fire extinguisher, an mph sticker for your speedometer, a snorkel, at the VERY least, 7 lightbars, custom front and rear bumpers (brush guard out front) with a 12k lb winch, Lexus LS 400 performance exhaust, rock sliders, front and rear lockers, manual hubs, a hitch mounted toilet, Yosemite Sam mud flaps, an onboard ARB air compressor, curb feelers, a chrome accent kit from Advance Auto Parts, window visors, a cup holder, two 12" kickers in a box with a 1000w amp, a welder, a built-in overland espresso maker, at LEAST 47 stickers for the rear windows, an axe/shovel mount, and a minimum 180° awning. Just my .02.....🤣 As for the name.....call it GOAT (as in greatest of all time) and if you stand by your claim, it should climb like a goat too! YWIA (you're welcome in advance)! *Hopefully by now you've noticed I given you some ideas with a bit of sarcasm sprinkled in (free of charge) for a laugh... *
You get used to right hand drive after a little while. I have a 94 Supra and a rhd Honda integra and they are always a treat driving around North Carolina ❤
*YES! YES! YES!....In your previous vid when you were talking about what to get...I was almost shouting at the screen. The Toyota Landcruiser!.... If you go to Australia and head out bush. All you will see are Nissan Patrols and Toyota Landcruisers. There's a bloody good reason for that. THEY SIMPLY WORK!!!.... Fantastic to see that you went for the Cruiser.... Good one mate!* Rob
You look like a little kid on Christmas. I can see your going to really use it, and Enjoy the experience. There is a lot of pluses to right-side driving. Merry Christmas.
Hey Luke! Have enjoyed your channel for many years now! Today's show brought back memories of being in England for 4.5 years, from 1986 to 1992, with my left-hand drive 1972 VW Bug... Weird driving with a ditch to your right...passing was an episode! Have a thought on the vehicle name... TGR Romer... We are almost neighbors, I'm just outside Asheville NC, and grew up in Waynesville. Traveled the world with the USAF and was gone for 32 years. Came home in 2011... Love being back!!! No place is better in my view!
I never comment but love your Land Cruiser. The price of them have skyrocketed so much since Covid I’ve never found one that clean. Can’t wait for more videos.
I would suggest a battery operated CO monitor if you use gas stoves and lanterns in a confined space. You have rain shields on your windows so crack a couple open to get thru ventilation.
When I worked for ARAMCO (Saudi Arabia) in the early 1980s I was issued a Toyota Land Cruiser. As far as I could tell, it was identical to the Toyota light truck produced during WW2 except for modern headlights and taillights. It was a left side driver vehicle and not a "camper".
"Okami" is the Japanese word for wolf. Might be a good name for the Land Cruiser.
Luv to watch ya Luke! I'd much rather watch you brave the elements than drag my butt in the freezing wet snow wind and rain!
I dig your meal plans, I've ate some of your concoctions at home! Even eat some of the MRE's! Lol
i think thats a really cool name actually, great idea. I hope luke see's this comment
The Ippikio -okami ( The lone wolf ) -匹狼 here it is in block font. Before my retirement due to illness I used to be an artist. I could easily knock something up to turn into a stencil file. That is, if Luke likes it. It just seems kinda fitting a Japanese lone wolf for the vehicle.
Sumo would be a good name. Big, slow, rugged, strong and almost impossible to stop.
😂😂😂
Been watching you for a couple of years now just want to say thanks for taking us on all these adventures
AMEN there! ever since my stroke in Alaska, [ i lived the outdoor life ] the outdoor gear review is all i get now, i was FOOL enough to move to #$% Pa [ my home state ] and living RIGHT in the town of Butler blows as im just stuck here. its so lame compared to AK.😴
@@brianbarton2106 Pennsylvania is an absolutely beautiful state but I don't think anything can beat the beautiful Alaska.
I hope your recovery is going well and maybe you will be able to go back.
Shaggy!
Sho, can be the name of the truck..
Hard to believe it is 30 years old, legendary Japanese quality. My Suzuki GS550 is still going well after 40 years.
I’m from Boone and I’ve hiked the Linville area several times. When I started to overland, my first vehicle choice was a Land Cruiser of the same era you got but they were so difficult to find. So, I purchased a 2012 FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Special Edition for that purpose. I would recommend you upgrade the shocks on your Land Cruiser as they sound “shot” as your rig was not taking those pot holes well.
The sound of that rain is music to my ears!! 💧
Luke, mate… 17:37 onwards, when that thumpin’ beat starts up and the cinematic footage of the mountain climbing into the clouds begins? WOW man! Just… wow! That’s the best footage I’ve seen on your channel so far. Mind… absolutely… blown! 🤯
same thought
Land Cruiser best adventure vehicle ever made. Glad they bringing it back to the states
I had the V6 version of the Toyota Landcruiser for many years in Dubai, and used it for desert driving. (The V8 was far to heavy on the front wheels, and could dig into the sand.) It had two fuel tanks with a capacity of 145 litres ( about 38 U.S.gallons). It also had provision for a second 12 volt battery if you were going to really remote places! An awesome vehicle with a solid reputation for reliability.
My Stepmom died three years ago this Christmas. Her name is Tsurue (Basically "Too-sur-roo") and was nicknamed Mickey. I would be honored if you would name the truck Tsurue the Toyota!
In Japanese Kanji, Tsurue is "spelled" 鶴恵 The first character is "crane" (the bird) and the second character is "blessed".
The name fits because with the Land Cruiser, you are free as a bird and you are certainly blessed to own it! Just a thought
Hi, Luke. I don't generally comment, but ALWAYS faithfully watch! Just want to say that it's very much appreciated for the way you approach camping and life in general-reminding us it's the simplest things that truly matters. As someone who enjoys escaping to the Blue Ridge of Va as often as I can *and my hubby and I have considered an off-grid cabin like yours, seeing the easy way you take each adventure is so relatable. We are looking at options now for an RV as my back (and now neck) continue to worsen, but we will not give up our own adventures. Thanks, again Luke! It's so fun to come along with you.
Sorry to ask but do you go to a chiropractor?
Cheers!!! Glad you still like the mug!!
Good to see you driving on the correct side of the vehicle, as nature intended...
Funny. We got it right. The people over there got it all wrong.
It’s called ‘right’ for a reason.
The population of countries that drive on the right is only +/- 30pct of the world population. So how can driving on the right remotely be considered right?
@@thoughtfuloutrage5563 History. Almost everyone of those started driving on the left.
@@HughJarsz History is to be learned from, not be adhered to. I suppose we've learned that left is right. 😄
Hi mate these are common in AUSTRALIA what I might suggest for yours (1) Roof Rack for extended trips (2) High Lift Jack quicker and easier than a normal jack plus it can fit on the spare wheel
Does anyone else find watching Luke cook to be very relaxing? I also makes me hungry!
Literally started eating Cheetos when he cooked
I actually put these on when I got to bed
Very much so, and so wish I had the time to go do camping and hiking as much as he does.
😂 lol and it makes you want to spend your money, I’ve bought several items from Luke’s recommendations and I must say I’m very pleased. He’s really spot on with product reviews. 10/10 ! 🫡 👍
I weigh 245 pounds and eat half as much as Luke at one sitting….lol
My friend from Western NC has taken me there several times. What a great vehicle. A 1973 FJ-40 was the first vehicle I ever owned.
Nice vehicle! For a 30 year old car it looks incredible. Looking forward to your modifications and future trips. My you and yours have a very Merry Christmas. Thank you for posting your videos.
The land cruiser, Billie goat
Just throwing this out there…. If you plan on using that winch, pull it out and check it. If it’s an original, it probably uses steel cable. Best to check over it and make sure it’s spooled right so you don’t have to find out it’s bad when you need it out on the trail. Nice rig though! Congrats on the find. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Love the Cruiser..Most amazing vehicle.. I would suggest a roofrack and a side mounted roof tarp. They are retractable into a box which is secured to the rack, almost like a pull down blind.
Looking so forward to your adventures in your new land cruiser. Keep up the great videos.
Your logic, reasoning and priorities are excellent ....."Am I going to eat all this - of course I am". 👍 From the UK
I am so jealous of this vehicle! You have the coolest taste in trucks, I even loved your old diesel pickup, though this one is definitely more suited to camping! As for a name, it definitely needs a Japanese spin to honor it's past adventures. There was a now extinct Japanese wolf called the Honshu wolf, might be cool to try to incorporate that into the name. Can't wait to see more adventures in this truck!
cars are always named after a women. -almost every 50+ year old
Join IH8MUD, baseline all the hoses, especially the PHH (pesky heater hose), ditch the running boards and get sliders
That vehicle would rock for the mail carriers.
Best "overland" vehicle ever. The places I've gone in mine (1997 3X-locked Collector's Edition) have enriched my life in countless ways. What an amazing vehicle. They get you to the destination, goes anywhere you want and best of all they bring you back home. One thing tho: It's not a V6 it is a straight 6. 😊
You don't support the *American* auto worker!!!
@@jonothandoeser he likes good build quality.
@@slots1407 Then buy an original Army Jeep! He MUST support the American worker!
@@slots1407 ignorance is curable
@@jonothandoeser lol. Jeeps. Recognise even amongst people like me that work in the car industry as a vehicle to avoid in all circumstances.
That’s a good looking jeep for over 30 years old my best friend had one until he passed we loved it what a tool
That thing is a beast and will take whatever you can throw at it 🥰 the only thing you need to do is always have an oil change every 5000 miles and that's it. Can't wait for you to make more 4*4 camping videos 😍
Good to see you driving on the right side of the car and using the correct unit of measuring speed.
Oh my goodness how you slept thru the night…..but this is your story to tell, and I will listen. Blessing to you for sharing your life journey. Thank you
Hey Luke - You can find 3D Printed cup holders that fit nicely inside the ash tray. That's the route I went with my JDM Import.
Land Cruisers are amazing vehicles. Absolutely bomb-proof. One of my best memories of a right-hand drive vehicle is having a passenger in it asleep. The amount of shocked looks you get from other road users is hilarious! They're fast asleep at the wheel! 😂😂
You could call the vehicle The 442,
"Go for Broke"(442nd motto) or something to that effect, honoring WW2 regiment; 442nd Infantry Regiment (Japanese: 第442歩兵連隊) was an infantry regiment of the United States Army. The regiment is best known as the most decorated in U.S. military history and as a fighting unit composed almost entirely of second-generation American soldiers of Japanese ancestry (Nisei) who fought in World War II.
That Land Cruiser is really cool. Legendary vehicle!
Love it! Hope the SUV is good to you and Susan for adventures to come.
Also, since the SUV will be "hunting" for its adventures, how about Jaegar? Jaegers and Kaijus are always fighting in Japanese media.
Luke....I'm blown away🤯🤯🤯....Love your new ride😍😍😍..Lc80 👍👍....can't wait for your new adventures🤟🤟
Hi Luke. Great find on the "TLC",,lol. I'd definitely replace the shocks with some nitrogen precharge coil overs. Not too bad on the bank but a great investment and longevity is there. I've offroaded for over 40 years and went through many of trial and error parts and mock ups. A friend of mine does dash backing overlays for all sorts of vehicles. He was in our club when I was in PA. His name as Azzy and does a great job. Can make them in white as most people want that upgrade to see better. I'm looking forward to what you and Susie do with this beast. As far as names; my wolf in a game is called "SKYWISE" as self explanatory. You have my blessing to use it if wanted. Please mainly you and Susie have a nice and wonderful Merry Christmas and hope to see you soon. Gods Peace to All.~
Curtains or window shades for additional privacy at night. A portable air compressor. Great for air mattress, low tires, and blowing out dirt from the back of the vehicle. You already have the Jackery to run it.
Yet another great video! And nice to see you driving on the "right" side! LoL Be interesting to see how you get on with a smaller vehicle, as we don't get pickups as large as yours in the UK.
Had a “89” Toyota Landcruiser. Me n the kids loved it. Had butcher block lid for center console and covering entire tailgate. Was great off-road and in snow. Biggest mistake getting rid of it. Got a 78 FJ55 now. So much fun. I do believe the plush carpet is common.
Congratulations on the "new" Land Cruiser. I also have an 80 series - a 1994 FZJ80. So, the same engine as yours. It's not the fastest or most powerful but they are very reliable! Can't wait to see future camping videos with the 80. My wife and I go camping all over the place with our 80. Has never let us down! By the way, if you plan on getting rid of that stove/sink setup I would be happy to pay to take it off your hands. Also if you would ship it to Canada :). I love old Land Cruiser stuff and would be happy to try and fix the stove and use it in our Land Cruiser. Just a thought.
Very reliable? From what I know they are the MOST reliabile vehicles. Other SUV's don't come close to this thing.
hello, first of all thanks for the great content, one of the things that helps the most is adding insulation between the sheet of the car and the interior plastic, the best thing is that it does not take up space within the usable area inside the car.
Luke, I am sooo envious! Would you mind detailing the process of importing and licensing these vehicles and the cost?
Goggle search it.
Name idea, The S.A.H. Cruiser. Strength And Honor.
It’s nice too see the steering wheel on the proper side 😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤
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I was young when we got stuck in the Linville gorge, the man that was our guide ran 6 miles back to his truck to pick us boys up, ill never forget it.
He said people get lost here all the time
Amazing Luke! We love your new vehicle! How about a roof rack/ storage?! And btw, concerning your toy hauler, if you haven't named it, how about Stella 1?! There's bound to be a Stella 2! And this new family member ,Tokyo Rose!!
Cheers from Phoenix
p.s. we agree with you that the Japanese are wonderful people
Tokyo Rose is a wonderful suggestion given the history of Tokyo Rose and how the truck will be flagship for outdoor adventures and no BS.
As someone who overlands with a 35 year old Volvo wagon I would recomend changing all the fluids, you don't know when they were done last, and then changing all the suspension bushings and shocks and springs and the inner and outer tierod ends and ball joints. Those parts would smooth out the ride and eliminate a lot of the creaking and popping.
That backup beeper has to go. Great drone shot up into the cloud. Nice editing work.
I drove an up-armored 80 series land cruiser in afghanistan for 8 months. i loved having that console fridge, especially on 120f days. ice cold rip-its and shock coffee were a nice treat to come back to after long mission days.
Luke👍👍 Can't go wrong with a Toyota dirt machine. I've had many over the years and some I wish I still had like a 77' FJ40 and a 80' FJ45 p/u. Modding yours for camping and such will be a fun journey and a shock to your wallet but what a journey it will be. This was a great video showing off the Land Cruiser, good score. Too bad no campfire, next time maybe. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and the family. See ya next time.
Started out with one of the first built LCs and owned many through the years. Best ever vehicle in the bush n farm in Oz. Shame they became a show type instead of a workhorse. One of mine did over half million Ks . Bushyboy Oz.
Now you can work for the postal service and do rural routes. It won't be any problem delivering mail. They all have right hand drive vehicles. I was stationed in Japan and drove a 1976 Toyota Celica GT. Loved it! Snorkel will do more than you think. Your air comes from the fenderwell where dirt is kicked up by the tires. That will dirty your filter quickly. The snorkel will bring in clean air from above the vehicle and will help the engine last longer. If you look at the military vehicles, they have a snorkel with a dirt/dust collector to catch the debris before it gets into the engine.
I enjoy car camping. It is the sturdiest and safest place to be overall..Especially if weather is going south..Nice truck and good choice..!!
Luke maybe call it the Wolf Cruiser.
To answer the other comment, through my illness I watch Luke around 2/3 am when I can't sleep and yes the adventures relax me. Thx Luke.
I purchased a1983 land cruiser wagon new, and have had several offroad vehicles before and after that. The land cruiser was by far my favorite. And that's with three jeeps from 1955 to 2006 in my possession as I write this.
Best choice , cannot go wrong with that Land cruiser. be safe
The Japanese make really nice tiny campers. Very well thought out and nicely designed. If VW never comes back with an old Split Windshield VW camper bus, I’d like to get a Japanese tiny camper.
I enjoy sitting in the truck watching the rain. I often have a Thermus of coffee beside me on the front seat. I keep the camera close in case I see any critters. I'll cheat and sometimes use the truck heater for a warmup. A single seater truck warms up in a snap.
I love our LC and where we can go. We are thinking of extending our camping year by adding the Napier tailgate tent and using the Stalwart electric blanket powered by the Jackery 240.
I'd name her the (Grey Wolf) or (Spirit Wolf) would fit the the theme of your channel. Those are very strong trucks and Japanese know how to keep there vehicle's well maintained. Great video and the truck is awesome.
A true beast of a vehicle…owned one myself and went EVERYWHERE with it!!❤
I love listening to the rain..
Love, love, love the new ride. She's a beauty. My daughter was born the same year as your new toy.
Super excited to see all the upcoming adventures with her.
That second yawn made me yawn and as soon as I stopped yawning I chuckled to myself and muttered "did I get ya?" And lo and behold you actually said it for the first time in a while, right after I said it! Haha
The 80 Series 'Cruisers are like the best mate you've had for 20 years. Sure, they may have a drinking problem, be a bit rough round the edges, but they're dependable, and if you keep the sauce (read: oil) up to them, they're always there for you no matter what.
2:16 minutes in and I’m already excited for you. Still can’t believe you got a right side steer. I’ve drove right hand tractor truck and thought I was gonna wipe out every mailbox on 2 lane roads.
Check your suspension Luke, shocks and the springs, get the oil changed and do the everything like flush your transmission fluid, and have your radiator coolant flushed… change your cabin filter and the engine element filter…
That landcruise is so damn clean! hope you keep it till the end, they don't make cars/trucks robust like that anymore, it's a true gem.. I miss my (cousin of the landcruiser) 1997 4runner.
Nice and with tons of miles still on it too. Setting up a mud room or tarp off the back on frozen ground is something Im working on.
Scott
Luke I drive a 94 Honda Acty and I love that thing. Welcome to the right-hand drive JDM club 🔰
You got yourself a treeclimber!
And it looks like you got a well treated one too. Congrats.
You will not regret your choice of a vehicle. Just make sure you got a set if good tires with it.
I like the Land Cruiser Yep I like it a back up camera would be fine. I'd probly get rid of the sink too ! Window tint and or insulation panels .
Hope You're Family likes it as well , safe Travels God Bless All !
I'd start with a reverse beeper delete, then I'd recommend a 6" lift (with new bilstein shocks), 38" super swampers (with a full size spare), a rooftop tent, traction boards to level the vehicle out while its parked, a fire extinguisher, an mph sticker for your speedometer, a snorkel, at the VERY least, 7 lightbars, custom front and rear bumpers (brush guard out front) with a 12k lb winch, Lexus LS 400 performance exhaust, rock sliders, front and rear lockers, manual hubs, a hitch mounted toilet, Yosemite Sam mud flaps, an onboard ARB air compressor, curb feelers, a chrome accent kit from Advance Auto Parts, window visors, a cup holder, two 12" kickers in a box with a 1000w amp, a welder, a built-in overland espresso maker, at LEAST 47 stickers for the rear windows, an axe/shovel mount, and a minimum 180° awning. Just my .02.....🤣
As for the name.....call it GOAT (as in greatest of all time) and if you stand by your claim, it should climb like a goat too! YWIA (you're welcome in advance)!
*Hopefully by now you've noticed I given you some ideas with a bit of sarcasm sprinkled in (free of charge) for a laugh... *
This suits your style and Chanel. It’s all gear after all. Enjoying this. 👌🏼
I have been watching and boy I have like it and enjoying the views of the places you have visit it. thank you.
I also like the cabin trailer you have shown too.
"Rowdy" comes to mind for a name! Love your videos!
Love the new wheels and I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it.
"Did I getcha?" YES, yes you did dang it!
The carpets are stock thick and cozy there amazing
I think a simple overland rig would be perfect. Keep it clean and oem with a couple tasteful upgrades
I love The Landcruiser I have a hj60 40 years old and still going strong you will have many years left off it
You get used to right hand drive after a little while. I have a 94 Supra and a rhd Honda integra and they are always a treat driving around North Carolina ❤
Great vehicle! Slap some nice dampers and springs on it. Some big tires with tall side walls. That should help the ride on rough roads.
*YES! YES! YES!....In your previous vid when you were talking about what to get...I was almost shouting at the screen. The Toyota Landcruiser!.... If you go to Australia and head out bush. All you will see are Nissan Patrols and Toyota Landcruisers. There's a bloody good reason for that. THEY SIMPLY WORK!!!.... Fantastic to see that you went for the Cruiser.... Good one mate!* Rob
That looks fun in a vehicle like that. And the dinner looks delicious!
Grow the pie, love what you're doing Ray, it's what we call having a go down under, the doubters can you know.😉
Awesome cars the 80s series’s are everywhere in Australia and are some of the only cars that can truly hold up to our harsh environment
If you can fit a double din radio in there, you can get your radio, Bluetooth and back up camera in one unit plus a lot more features.
The Toyota Land Cruiser would probably be the most popular 4x4 in Australia for the past 40 years
You look like a little kid on Christmas. I can see your going to really use it, and Enjoy the experience. There is a lot of pluses to right-side driving. Merry Christmas.
Old black betty's a beauty " awesome truck Luke.
That sounds so relaxing
Hey Luke! Have enjoyed your channel for many years now! Today's show brought back memories of being in England for 4.5 years, from 1986 to 1992, with my left-hand drive 1972 VW Bug... Weird driving with a ditch to your right...passing was an episode!
Have a thought on the vehicle name... TGR Romer...
We are almost neighbors, I'm just outside Asheville NC, and grew up in Waynesville. Traveled the world with the USAF and was gone for 32 years. Came home in 2011... Love being back!!! No place is better in my view!
The cool box is amazing! We have one on our 200 series US model. Love it!
I never comment but love your Land Cruiser. The price of them have skyrocketed so much since Covid I’ve never found one that clean.
Can’t wait for more videos.
I would suggest a battery operated CO monitor if you use gas stoves and lanterns in a confined space. You have rain shields on your windows so crack a couple open to get thru ventilation.
Super cool vehicle, Luke. Beast of luck with it.
These all old landcruisers are beast on snow and mud i wish had one.
What a great looking Import cruiser. A definite classic for sure to keep. I hope you don't destroy it on your camping trips lol. Cheers
When I worked for ARAMCO (Saudi Arabia) in the early 1980s I was issued a Toyota Land Cruiser. As far as I could tell, it was identical to the Toyota light truck produced during WW2 except for modern headlights and taillights. It was a left side driver vehicle and not a "camper".
I love your suv! I'm a huge Toyota fan. I've owned 4. They go forever.