Restoring a Classic Land Rover

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  • Опубліковано 4 лют 2025

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  • @nottheone582
    @nottheone582 3 роки тому +38

    there's something elegant about the simplicity of these old machines. nothing extra, just the essentials! cheers to a lovely build mate

  • @Andrew-ib7gs
    @Andrew-ib7gs 4 роки тому +166

    This video is so damn well done - the way it's been filmed is brilliant - well impressed. Tons of work just editing this video, deserves millions of views This bloke can build barns, fix land rovers and even film it all beautifully, I can't even wire a friggin plug.

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +15

      Thank you! You’re right about the time editing :)

    • @iqbalfadillah124
      @iqbalfadillah124 4 роки тому +21

      The absence of music make more better

    • @ThomasDenning-e7y
      @ThomasDenning-e7y 11 місяців тому +1

      The best thing about this rebuild. XD

  • @ericsevern
    @ericsevern 4 роки тому +62

    I’ve been binge watching your channel and loving it. I love building stuff, especially building buildings, so it’s been difficult to look away. I love how you don’t stand in front of the camera and take ten minutes to tell us what you’re about to do and then do it in one. Writing down, briefly, what you’re about to do, either on the screen or on the material you’re using is brilliant. You’re right that we don’t need to be told what you’re about to do, and how, as you’re about to show us. Keep it up.

    • @MariaHernandez-gu7hm
      @MariaHernandez-gu7hm 4 місяці тому

      Hermosos vehículos en todos sus detalles, he restaurado 7 de esos 88 y también el 109 para diferentes personas y yo sueño con tener uno pero no he podido conseguirlo sus dueños no los venden se encariñan mucho con ellos

  • @downwarddonk
    @downwarddonk 3 роки тому +37

    I enjoyed this so much more than 99% of other content on UA-cam. No over-used royalty free music, no speaking into camera making simple statements extremely wordy and long-winded to extend the video length, no plugging fugly carbon fibre effect card wallets. Just great content. Now I need a Landy.

  • @charlesyoungblood1402
    @charlesyoungblood1402 2 роки тому +5

    So glad that we're preserving these beauties . They were built with a lot of love and passion !

  • @A-Lovely-Bit-of-Kit
    @A-Lovely-Bit-of-Kit Рік тому +2

    What's better than having UA-cam present highly relevant, 2 year old content. Great video!

  • @williamstainer7214
    @williamstainer7214 3 роки тому +41

    Came here for the Land rover, stayed for the farm/barn restoration. Great content, subscribed :D

    • @VineV-Dutch
      @VineV-Dutch 2 роки тому

      Our 4X4 club. When arriving at camp; Toyota, Nissan and the Mercedes G, all Star to BBQ and have a beer. The LR owners are getting out their wrenches, screwdrivers and ducttape...Nuff said.
      Besides LR's are for overpaid, narcistic soccer player.

  • @jordanson66
    @jordanson66 4 роки тому +11

    Oh man, this bring memories back from my service days in Jordan , I finished my two years service in Jan 85, I rode this thing daily for two years. Land-rover is the most uncomfortable vehicle in the history of vehicles. But soldiers are not meant to ride in luxury. The most reliable car in the world no other car come even close. Well-done guys, thank you for this.

    • @banswood7438
      @banswood7438 4 роки тому

      Your story seems pretty interesting! I wonder how's your life back in '80s serving Jordan. Thank you for sharing. It will be great if we can see your memorable pictures with the defender too.

    • @VineV-Dutch
      @VineV-Dutch 2 роки тому +1

      Our 4X4 club. When arriving at camp; Toyota, Nissan and the Mercedes G, all Star to BBQ and have a beer. The LR owners are getting out their wrenches, screwdrivers and ducttape...Nuff said.
      Besides LR's are for overpaid, narcistic soccer player.

    • @JazzFunkNobby1964
      @JazzFunkNobby1964 2 роки тому +2

      @@VineV-Dutch Which of these Toyota, Nissan and the Mercedes G were in production when the early Land Rovers were being produced?

    • @edrawarwickshire3701
      @edrawarwickshire3701 Рік тому +1

      ​@@JazzFunkNobby1964 they're shady people, they like to spread some hates towards other brand

    • @roelandpeeters931
      @roelandpeeters931 5 місяців тому

      @@JazzFunkNobby1964 Jeep... All the rest are poor imitations. I'll make an allowance for the Toyota FJ45, which is one seriously cool truck. We have 2 U50/CJ5 Jeeps now (Pre-1985, post 1985 Jeeps are crap IMHO) but I am pining for an FJ45 for the farm

  • @hdwoodshop
    @hdwoodshop 3 роки тому +11

    Amazing. You’re blessed to have brothers or friends to assist in your repairs. Amazing work. That Rover is legendary. I would’ve brushed a few coats of olive green paint, though.

    • @revanslacey
      @revanslacey 2 роки тому +1

      The old patina is nice though.

  • @myke49
    @myke49 11 днів тому

    This takes me back to my Series I and then Series IIa. Wish I still had one. Well done lads. Mike in Oz

  • @briangarrow448
    @briangarrow448 4 роки тому +3

    Such a beautiful old Landrover. She deserves the best care possible. Truly a classic vehicle.
    Well done sir.

  • @h.chadders
    @h.chadders 4 роки тому +27

    I love old Cars like this 😍. Makes me smile 😀. They have their own personalities. Modern Cars are soulless.

  • @MrBobchat
    @MrBobchat 2 місяці тому

    I love how they are so easy to reconfigure. A real design classic that did the job it was meant to and was easy to get at things to fix.

  • @jonbutton3259
    @jonbutton3259 2 роки тому

    Thanks for leaving in all the mechanical sounds during the high speed segments in your vid's. Well done!

  • @grahameroberts8109
    @grahameroberts8109 4 роки тому +3

    You guys are a credit to society. The world is a better place with you guys in it. Congratulations and keep it up. 👍🏻🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @imochiexe5056
    @imochiexe5056 Рік тому

    Good to have car mechanic knowledge and a willingness to help.😊

  • @theascenderrc8545
    @theascenderrc8545 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for doing this service. don’t let the Rovers die out!

  • @geographyinaction7814
    @geographyinaction7814 3 роки тому +258

    While this seems like a lot of work, it's actually brilliant. When designed, the designers knew that soldiers, REME's, explorers whomever, would have a block and tackle and a set of spanners...they wouldn't have a hoist in the desert or jungle. Imagine being able to fix the whole bloody car while it's on its wheels???

    • @elrud5964
      @elrud5964 3 роки тому +11

      Or you could replace the clutch with only a bottle jack and about 6 hours with a normal car.

    • @landynlondon7474
      @landynlondon7474 3 роки тому +2

      you prolly dont give a shit but does anyone know a trick to log back into an instagram account..?
      I was dumb lost my login password. I would appreciate any help you can offer me.

    • @landynlondon7474
      @landynlondon7474 3 роки тому +2

      @Adrien Rudy Thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now.
      Seems to take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

    • @landynlondon7474
      @landynlondon7474 3 роки тому +1

      @Adrien Rudy it did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy!
      Thank you so much, you saved my ass!

    • @adrienrudy8004
      @adrienrudy8004 3 роки тому +1

      @Landyn London no problem xD

  • @DavidLee-yu7yz
    @DavidLee-yu7yz 4 роки тому +8

    I love the sound and unmistakable smell of the series Landrovers, I bet it feels good to be back in France and the roads are perfect for such an old girl.

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +3

      ive taken to using ear plugs for longer journeys!

    • @manfredschmalbach9023
      @manfredschmalbach9023 4 роки тому +1

      @@carlroge That originally was an elaborate Moto Guzzi technique ....

  • @paulhathaway6292
    @paulhathaway6292 4 місяці тому

    I like that you didn't edit out the bloopers. They are helpful!

  • @anonymous_bot_bot
    @anonymous_bot_bot 2 роки тому +1

    Just started getting into this channel, been building a cabin and main house also restoring a few classic cars for the past few years. Its incredibly satisfying, no good with a camera though!! Thanks for sharing the journey.

  • @flipeecupsstuff7632
    @flipeecupsstuff7632 3 роки тому +1

    That Rover fired right at the first lick of that key! I need to get one...

  • @manitobaman5588
    @manitobaman5588 4 роки тому +8

    What? Carpet in a Land Rover? Sacrilege I say, Former 1966 Series IIA owner here . Drove one to Belize from Manitoba, Canada in '81 and yes, back. Replaced one set of points. Its six thousand miles or 10,000 kms and change. It was slow and uncomfortable but steady.
    You brought back some memories guys. Great video .

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the story! Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @fgseabra
    @fgseabra 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant! Like everything should be, straight to the point, simple and no BS

  • @yummboy2
    @yummboy2 4 роки тому +9

    What fun! Leave it to the intrepid Carl to come up with a such a challenging and worthwhile project. I am so envious it hurts. And you made it back to France, apparently without incident. Congratulations, my man! I look forward to your next adventure in restoration. You never cease to amaze.

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +5

      Haha I can’t take the credit on this, my brother did all the work, I just provided some extra hands! Thanks for the lovely comment :)

    • @yummboy2
      @yummboy2 4 роки тому +1

      @@carlroge Hey, I appreciate the disclaimer, but still a cool video and I am still envious.

  • @michaelm2502
    @michaelm2502 4 місяці тому

    Last time I was in England I saw a series 1 in a Cotswolds village that was all original and thoroughly used on the farm. Still going and working everyday. Fantastic!

  • @Antagraber
    @Antagraber 3 роки тому +4

    You made it... I am going to subscribe.
    Initially, I got fascinated with roof repair series. And now I am watching this Land Rover restoration

    • @henriklarsson5221
      @henriklarsson5221 3 роки тому

      Just like with old tractors, as long as there exist an interest(IE money to be made), then there will be parts to be found. ^)^

  • @techscrewtv4529
    @techscrewtv4529 4 роки тому +9

    Love it!!!
    Land Rover restoration, followed by a roof restoration
    Very close to my heart
    👍

  • @malcolmlane-ley2044
    @malcolmlane-ley2044 3 роки тому

    I'm just contemplating a Defender resto and your video has inspired me no end, thanks.

  • @monkeymansean2
    @monkeymansean2 4 роки тому +3

    Respect! Driving Land Rovers long distance is completely exhausting. Then they break down and that is exhausting too.

  • @bernardbarbour
    @bernardbarbour 4 роки тому +5

    Wow, loved the ending. Taking the Old Rover across the channel epic. Thank you, much enjoyed.

  • @hawk2million
    @hawk2million Рік тому

    Green with envy. What an absolute beaut!

  • @AlexKoehler
    @AlexKoehler 4 роки тому +23

    I sold my Series III Diesel (actually '81 Santana) a couple of years ago. The biggest mistake of my life... Anyways: enjoy the drive and have a lot of fun! Cheers from Germany!

    • @HelloNewman73
      @HelloNewman73 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah I can see how you would regret that alot ! I would too!

  • @artofwar-3263
    @artofwar-3263 4 роки тому +4

    Excellent job guys, the canvas looks great !

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate!

    • @artofwar-3263
      @artofwar-3263 4 роки тому

      @@carlroge I do not own a land rover but I do own a paint extension pole lol I mean clutch alignment tool.....that was 👍

  • @risimawary4512
    @risimawary4512 3 роки тому +1

    I love ancient cars and old cars too😀☺

  • @IAm1InTheIAm
    @IAm1InTheIAm 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, I got a '71 that looks just like yours except with an aluminum top.
    Met a nice Polish girl last week while she was passing through my little Alaskan town in her Landy Defender, named Eva who has a German Shepherd just like yours. Cool coincidence. Cheers to you👍

  • @185LANDY
    @185LANDY 3 роки тому +2

    I'm 52 now and I've had 14 land rover's from seires 1 to now a modified 300tdi discovery and I'm slowly retrorestoing a series 2 109 Safari

  • @terrystephens1102
    @terrystephens1102 2 роки тому

    A really clever piece of engineering for an era when people lived in isolated locations with very little mechanical repair equipment 😁👌👌👏👏👏👏

  • @stuartmiller8053
    @stuartmiller8053 3 роки тому +1

    Great video, nothing makes a LR look cooler than a soft top. Stu NZ

  • @GrizzlyNbearOverland
    @GrizzlyNbearOverland 4 роки тому +13

    What a beautiful car 😍 makes me want one. And great story driving to France to the Ferme.

    • @IamNasman
      @IamNasman 4 роки тому

      You’ve got one...sort of!

  • @szilagyiattilaandras6151
    @szilagyiattilaandras6151 4 роки тому

    The ad made the show unenjoyable!

  • @steveedwards8771
    @steveedwards8771 4 роки тому +4

    Been there, got the t shirt. Brought back some great memories. Miss mine like crazy. Great vid.

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Steve, I’m loving reading these comments about people’s old landys. Why did you sell her?

    • @steveedwards8771
      @steveedwards8771 4 роки тому +1

      carlrogers I simply needed something more modern. I couldn’t afford to keep her, however I owned her (79) series 3 for five years and got my money back!

    • @steveedwards8771
      @steveedwards8771 4 роки тому

      Should also point out I wanted a car with seat belts, brakes and a turning circle😂😂

    • @manfredschmalbach9023
      @manfredschmalbach9023 4 роки тому +1

      @@steveedwards8771 .... instead of a "turning quadrat" with one of the corners in the way every time You really needed to get around not reversing twice .... You gotta love her, don't You?

    • @montyzumazoom1337
      @montyzumazoom1337 4 роки тому

      I love my series 3 too

  • @cameronfreer4267
    @cameronfreer4267 2 роки тому

    There is so much that makes up a series for it to be original when it gets restored and that comes down to the type of bolts you use, the rivets etc... it really can be a lot

  • @LandRoverDrive
    @LandRoverDrive Рік тому

    Love this, always great to see old icons being restored! 👌😊

  • @tripleseven8361
    @tripleseven8361 4 роки тому +26

    Even when they look like crap, they still look great!

  • @aaaaaaaaaa697
    @aaaaaaaaaa697 4 роки тому +3

    I love the adventure. Thanks for taking us along. Much love from Panama City Florida USA

  • @Mocking69
    @Mocking69 3 роки тому +1

    It is a land rover with wonderful specifications ♪

  • @drewschumann1
    @drewschumann1 Рік тому

    That rig is so clean, restoration looks easy

  • @antoniopalmero551
    @antoniopalmero551 4 роки тому +96

    That looks restored before you took it apart, you should come pick mine up if you want a Land Rover to restore 🤪

  • @kevinbodnar448
    @kevinbodnar448 Рік тому

    Many hands make light work, great video thank you for sharing

  • @robertokahn2235
    @robertokahn2235 2 роки тому

    Hey guys this video is perfect i change my def 90 hard to a soft top and i m very happy thank you four share this video!!! Have a nice life with a Defender !!!
    Tears!!

  • @PropanePete
    @PropanePete 4 роки тому +3

    Great video. In the late 60's I had a Mk 2A SWB and this video really brought back memories of Whitworth bolts, skinned knuckles and being covered in grease and dirt every time I worked on it (which was often)...

  • @ForemanAndWilmsAdventures
    @ForemanAndWilmsAdventures 4 роки тому

    Excellent work gentlemen.

  • @ryanblanco5866
    @ryanblanco5866 4 роки тому +1

    Superb. Really love the classic landy series.

  • @lancedaniels
    @lancedaniels 4 роки тому

    Thanks for posting and sharing. Nice to see the Land Rover running after your repair work.

  • @missogyny4921
    @missogyny4921 2 роки тому

    Only just come across this but enjoyed watching it. Just a tip for removing the bronze 1st motion shaft bush from the end of the crankshaft. Pack the space inside the bush completely with grease and then find a bar that just fits the inner bush diameter. Hammer the bar onto the grease and the hydraulic pressure created will get under the end of the bush and force it out.

  • @franciscocampos463
    @franciscocampos463 4 роки тому +5

    Carl congratulations , when we “feel “ a series ,It,s love forever

  • @jaldeborgh
    @jaldeborgh 3 роки тому

    Fun video, it’s great to see these old vehicles given new life and actually used.

  • @harrytehobbycorner3089
    @harrytehobbycorner3089 4 роки тому

    Nice job. Excellent project for covid period

  • @avibank
    @avibank 4 роки тому +3

    Nice work. Fantastic editing. Really glad you're back on the farm.

  • @shakey2634
    @shakey2634 4 роки тому

    Having the right tools (mostly) and a couple of good mates to help out makes all the difference! Good job! Time for a pint!

    • @shakey2634
      @shakey2634 3 роки тому

      @Quirin M.
      Ha! Yes, I have a friend or two that only get called when we are demolishing stuff they can't hurt.

  • @moiragoldsmith7052
    @moiragoldsmith7052 4 роки тому +1

    Between your videos and Maximus Ironthumper I should be an expert in Old series Landrovers by now! Brilliantly done you lot! x

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers moira! 😇

  • @anzukadotani8953
    @anzukadotani8953 4 роки тому +2

    lads! well done,good no nonsense job. i would have painted chassis .with box out ,......you wont believe this ,but in the 80s , i did a gearbox all on my own , lifting it out ! us country girls are tough hee hee , ive a 83 swb , with factory recon to go in , this time ill get my daughter to give me a hand !

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому

      How long did it take your back to recover?? Nice work!

    • @anzukadotani8953
      @anzukadotani8953 4 роки тому

      @@carlroge ah , lifted with my thighs ,cos im only 5ft 3, had each leg on chassis rails and thick rope round shoulders and managed ,somehow to get box on passenger side of chassis .then out door on to square bales of straw, helps if yr small and willey lol,

  • @ivarwb4115
    @ivarwb4115 4 роки тому +3

    Nice video, and some really good editing. Your Landy looked very good with the canvas top!

  • @squeaksvids5886
    @squeaksvids5886 2 роки тому

    Lovely looking Landy. 👍🏻

  • @federicoverdone9371
    @federicoverdone9371 2 роки тому

    Great Work Guys, and the vehicle what a classic it s so british , I love it

  • @sahabatbonsai8864
    @sahabatbonsai8864 3 роки тому

    Wonderful projects 😎

  • @dennisfromsc5506
    @dennisfromsc5506 4 роки тому

    Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Gives me encouragement as I work on my 1971 series 2a.

    • @jordyboy321
      @jordyboy321 3 роки тому

      Same here. 1980 military lightweight.

  • @AlfordLau
    @AlfordLau 3 роки тому

    Amazing work!

  • @bugey8226
    @bugey8226 3 роки тому

    De temps en temps, une vidéo sans musique, c’est reposant... courage pour ta restauration et vive les land !

  • @flatmoon6359
    @flatmoon6359 3 роки тому

    Drove these every day for 10 years,cross continent,Germany,Belgium,Holland,never a problem,drove it up places that designer never thought it would go,with fully loaded trailer.Never a problem.

  • @christopherbedford9897
    @christopherbedford9897 2 роки тому

    Good job! Now all's you have to do is jack that canvas up and drive a new Landy in underneath it, and you'll have a _great_ job 😝

  • @ronanguillermic6383
    @ronanguillermic6383 4 роки тому

    Really nice video and glad to see you back to my lovely country! No mask required in the wild! Look forward to the next episode

  • @AutotuneIndonesia
    @AutotuneIndonesia 4 роки тому

    Good job..awaiting restoration videos

  • @patrickmorris3721
    @patrickmorris3721 3 роки тому +1

    I’d say hands 🙌 down that’s the cleanest Land Rover restoration. There 20 years left in that before it needs any work done 😉

  • @catgynt9148
    @catgynt9148 2 роки тому

    Looking back a year to see what content was available prior to me finding this page. I was somewhat surprised that as part of the clutch maintenance that parts removed weren’t rust removed, brushed and repainted. The new canvas cover is terrific. Was it waterproofed to prevent shrinking after rain exposure?
    You have a great team of helpful hands. Wishing you and your compatriots blessed days filled with gentle seasons, nourishing rain and restful evenings. Peace brother

  • @rustandoil
    @rustandoil 2 роки тому

    Good video, nicely filmed too👍🏻

  • @1911wood
    @1911wood Рік тому

    That front view of the car running down the street felt like the most British thing I’ve seen.

  • @dbdb9334
    @dbdb9334 4 роки тому +1

    Land rovers are awesome!

  • @signjoey
    @signjoey 2 роки тому

    Good job Carl...now bring it to Ft Pierre and I'll paint it for ya!

  • @mjac8373
    @mjac8373 3 роки тому

    "Paint roller extension clutch alignment tool"...You guys are awesome! Really enjoyed this video and great job!! Appreciate the lack of inane music too.

  • @bosvigos9165
    @bosvigos9165 4 роки тому

    I want a 1952 version. Same age as me! It was the first vehicle I ever drove, on a farm. I was 11 and had twin lambs in the back to get home to my mum, through fields, so she could get them into the ‘incubator,’ the bottom oven of a Rayburn... she nearly had heart failure when she saw what I was driving. It had only been a tractor for the two years prior... 😄

  • @jools182
    @jools182 4 роки тому +1

    Subscribed when I saw the restoration work coming up in France

  • @k.s.3748
    @k.s.3748 4 роки тому

    Fun! Sounds like a tractor with digestive problems. Shroud would help, you're right. Cheers from Texas.

  • @yasirbabikir9420
    @yasirbabikir9420 3 роки тому

    👏👏👏👏👏👏
    The greatest car in history . It's my dream car

  • @impirk3212
    @impirk3212 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome! Can't wait for more restoration videos. Thanks

  • @istp1967
    @istp1967 Місяць тому +1

    "Bloody-bloody get in there you Son of Maharah!" Mapudi from ,'The God's Must Be Crazy' 😁
    And I love the SpongeBob reference too 🤣🤣🤣

  • @overland_west_bath
    @overland_west_bath 4 роки тому +2

    Nice Landy, looks great with the canvas back.

  • @peterverlinde5421
    @peterverlinde5421 4 роки тому

    Fantastic review and story !

  • @robertanderson-yx8mo
    @robertanderson-yx8mo Рік тому

    Fantastic filming

  • @eduardomadrid9867
    @eduardomadrid9867 3 роки тому

    Great job man. I love watching your videos.

  • @szortalini
    @szortalini 2 роки тому

    Don't drive with the foot on the clutch, even "only" touching. You start to already put some pressure on the clutch pump. Change the gear and put the boot away. Just an advise to not change your clutch too often :)
    Thats the golden rule of off roading.
    Regards from the Willys MB!

  • @josecortez5213
    @josecortez5213 3 роки тому

    I like the teamwork.

  • @phantomrose1999
    @phantomrose1999 4 роки тому

    Great video, watching while in bed on lockdown Sunday morning. Reminds me of my 340 charger when I was young.

  • @elrud5964
    @elrud5964 3 роки тому

    2:55 good one champ, really great.

  • @DavidJohnson-cr5lq
    @DavidJohnson-cr5lq 4 роки тому +2

    Great video. I have a 77 SWB with canvas top too. I didn't see you grease the input shaft or spigot b4 reassembly. I hope it doesn't start squealing. If so, you can wrangle the box out with a door off & top still on. A previous owner of mine cut & plated - with bolts- the cross member on mine so it can allow box removal from below. The Aus army made that a standard feature. Good luck with the old girl...

    • @carlroge
      @carlroge  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the tips, we did grease the shaft before re assembly. Thankfullly the kit came with some included

  • @Ernie-Tech
    @Ernie-Tech 4 місяці тому

    At first I thought you were taking the hardtop off, in order to winch out the gearbox! It's a one-man-job, I did it in a weekend with appropriate cursing and swearing like Harry Potter does all the time. But then I saw you were aiming for a soft top anyhow, nice work!

  • @smallworldtrip
    @smallworldtrip 4 роки тому

    Fantastic job guys!

  • @micheledesmet4186
    @micheledesmet4186 4 роки тому

    Superbe propriété! Hâte de voir la suite.

  • @tpuserkim7586
    @tpuserkim7586 3 роки тому

    와, 쩐다 ---> Soooo Brilliant! From south Korea