@@DirtLifestyle well.... if it was a ford,, it,d be stamped everywhere.. but, being gm, or lassale,, did they stamp there cars,, or too ashamed.??.. ford guy, obvoiusly..
You have always maintained the position of "Take care of the trail, pack out more than you packed in, help out our brothers and sisters on the trail" mentality and you build videos are always detailed and make me feel like I could do that too! Which is why you are my Go-To, my favorite Off Roading channel. Keep up the good work brother!
Your channel is so much better than OnX. Watched one video from the series on their channel and that was plenty for me. Keep up the fantastic work Nate!
Thank you for the huge compliment 🤘. The software is bad ass BTW. I used onx hunt 5 years before I started UA-cam and Onx offroad ever since. Both are great
Taking nothing away from the competition in this series, yours was simply the best. It reminded me of an American version of what the Australians build, and they, in my opinion, know more about building tough go anywhere and live out of it rigs than anyone in the world. As well, the attention to detail this got to make it look “factory” really added to the final product.
Fellow landcruiser owner here. I have the same type of storage in my tailgate with a sleeping platform. Be careful keeping important recovery gear in there because if you slide backwards into a muddy ditch and can’t open the tailgate from the outside, your sleeping platform will prevent you from opening that from the inside too depending on if it reaches all the way to the tailgate. Sweet rig! Great video as always!
Colt's was the best rock crawler by far. He's also the best driver however. Yours is best at easy lines by far, and the most comfortable too. Nice build, was really fun to watch!
This is an amazing video. Brings me back to being a kid riding in my dad's purple toyota truck on the Rubicon. Thanks for all you do Nate, it does not go unnoticed
Nate, I voted for you over and over. Your synopsis about the average off-roading relating to your build is SPOT ON! Doing frame chops and swapping out IFS is not something us normal guys can even relate to or dream of attempting in our garages. Thank you so much for your incredible content!
Great video! Thanks for helping Richard out! We hiked back out there a few days later and managed to complete the repair on his Jeep and spot him back out to loon lake without any problems!
I’m excited to see you fall in love with the Land Cruiser. They’re built different -factory supercharger kits exist for these when you decide it needs more😉
For me, when it came to the ON X challenge, the other guys built rigs for specialised purposes, while you built a multi-purpose tool. I could never see myself driving the other rigs, while I want to use yours as a template for my own build. And that feels achievable! Thank you for taking that sort of thing into consideration, thank you for your wonderful content, and thank you for your great attitude and approach to everything you engage yourself in. Cheers from Australia!
Nate, this build is awesome! I think you should add some lift but keep the stock axles. Let it shine as it is! Have a vehicle that can break but if you drive right it doesn't.
Your thoughts and feelings about the build challenge struck the nail on the head for me. I think your build is the most do-able and approachable and it was so much fun seeing you and Dave hand off the vehicle and throw your own spin at it. This series has been awesome to watch from your perspective.
As an owner of the exact LX450, I was disappointed in the competition. I’m so glad you’re creating more content to show just how epic these old 80’s can be.
Your passion for this hobbie,quality of filmography, breakdown of build,building tips,professionalism and most of all family,freind,and stranger care is why i watch you sir. Thank you so much for sharing your lifestyle nate
24:54 I see an axial AX24 😂 I think I remember the day you came to our shop and bought that. Thanks for all the cruiser videos really keeping us inspired out here! PNW!
You really know your wheeling and your vehicles. You have a seriously high credibility factor - probably more so than nearly anyone else on this platform. Thanks for doing projects like this and for creating good content around the adventures you take with what you build.
@dirtlifestyle what under armor are you running in your 80? I have a 96 and am curious what you have to protect the drive line, transfer case and tranny. Thanks!
I loved your build during the challenge, and I also loved the Bleepin boys build (it was 90% Colt). I think your rig is the most relatable to the largest audience. Most folks are going to want to build something they can drive everyday because they don't have a way to not to. The Bleepin boys built a rig to do a specific job, and do it well, and they succeeded. It's a more capable truck built in a similar fashion to yours (in a small space with limited tools), and it was built for a bit less money, but it's not going to win any prizes as a daily driver...where you're heavy luxury based SUV will win that battle every day.
As a fellow UA-camr…. It was good to see you documenting two of my favorite local trails here in Northern California. Hopefully one day I’ll get the pleasure to finally meet and run a trail with you. Outstanding job with the video and thanks again for bringing us along. 🤙
You're such a good dude to help Richard out. I wouldn't expect anything less from you. The world needs more people like you. I know it' just comes natural to you. You're a good example of how we all should be though. Keep up the good work man!
As an 80 owner who has had many other trucks prior. These things are wolves in sheep's clothing. Probably one of the most solid factory platforms you can start from, with the added bonus of stout reliability. Can't believe you squeezed 39s on her! Given the abuse you gave her it is a testament to the stock axles "punching above their weight" as you mentioned. Love the mind set of the build, putting time into some various trail accoutrements without having to rework the entire stock driveline was key!. Awesome video series, thanks much!
I think Colt built a rig for UA, Rudy built what Rudy wanted to build, and you built an overland rig. All nice rigs. I would have liked to see better vids of the whole competition, it wasn't filmed very well.
Damn. How do I break the image of an overland rig with the cruiser??? I did everything I could with rock crawling styling, the parts, tires and I even took it on one of the hardest trails in the US. If after taking it on Fordyce, you still refer to it as an overlander... it sounds like I did all I could, lol. This is really important feedback. From a parts perspective, I feel like I picked the best truck of the three. But from an image perspective... I must have picked what will always be seen as an overlander. Thank you for the perspective 🙏
@@DirtLifestyle I believe you plan on doing it with more lift and tons. I understand you were working within the budget they gave you and saved lots of money by using what you had already. A lift would go a long ways i think. You've been to UA before, do you think the LC would do well the way it is? I'm not being a smart a$$ im genuinely asking. Will the "stock" components hold up to the challenge? How difficult would it be to source parts for it if something does break? These are things i was thinking about. UA seems like a harsh challenge for even a well built rig. These are my opinions of course and subject to scrutiny lol.
@@DirtLifestyle probably hard to get the 80S out of the overlander paradigm. It's what it's most used for (at least here in Latin America). And staying low and with that much body it still doesn't FEEL like a rock crawler even though you've proven it's 100% capable.
It's the stigma of what it is. I'd love to see you keep building what is there and not go with tons. See what it will do with what it has. You would have to cut the body up to get it to be called a crawler. Going tons is boring.
You DID build the most "repeatable" build for the average guy and FWIW you inspired me to consider one for a true overland build. You also got my votes. There was no loss here bro.👍👍
Nate. Dude.... at the end of a weekend, the last thing I do before 'checking out' getting ready for work "Monday", is watching your videos. I can't thank you enough. Every single thing about your videos are absolute spot on. Your inspiration drives me to tweak on my truck. As far as the vote thing, man, I don't get it. I gave up when the other two teams had twice your votes. What the hell is up with that? I dunno, but at the end of the day, your content and your builds are what I need to see. Thank you man. It's a goal to shake your hand someday. To wheel with you would be amazing. I'll cook the tacos. Rock on.
I voted for you brother, every single time and I’ve watched the other guys shows and I learn from them as well but hands down I have learned the most from you and I’ll always be watching.
FWIW I voted for you Nate. I voted for you for the reasons you mentioned about the build. Something that "anyone" could build. I want something like this, but probably a little less tire and a little more lift. I'll be rewatching your build series on it IF I do buy one.
NATE, as a universal practical budget build you absolutely hit the bar. The Lexus was my favorite by far out of all the builds because it was still very stock but so capable in a budget scenario. I think that bleeping jeep had an awesome build as well but when it comes do the facts, the best budget build for the average "jo" would have been the Lexus by far. Loved this video and 100% congrats on an awesome build. Can't wait to see what you have planned for the Lexus. And by the way, looking forward to the completion of the Samurai!!
I personally thought you had the best vehicle for the build series. I was truly amazed at how beautiful it turned out. I voted for you at every given chance. I would love to have a vehicle just like that . But the vehicle by itself is just out of my price range. Let alone all the money spent to build it up. I thoroughly enjoyed watching every single episode of the build and the challenge. I think I’ve watched every video at least 3 times each. You did an amazing job and you should be extremely proud of the finished vehicle. It was by far the best entry. And in my opinion you are an extremely talented fabricator. Best wishes to you and your family.
I love how you touched on not being bulletproof in water. Wish I would have watched way earlier but flooded my 4runner in July 2023. $22,000, new motor, and still issues coming up.
Dude. What an adventure. Can't wait to get my cruiser out there! Please, for the rest of us with 80s make a documented series when you do the ton and 3-link (or 4-link) swap. We would love to see it!
Brother, every one of your videos inspires me and makes me feel like I can do what you are doing, you sure are succeeding, pay no attention to those saying anything differently, lead strong, love your family, love what you are doing. You are winning.
I started building after I watched your videos. It was the low buck diesel truck series. You’re a good teacher and have inspired me to take on many projects since
Nate, you're AWESOME! You always have something awesome to share, and I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing, and teaching us very useful information. You are a very smart guy and we all benefit from it. I'm ready for the next video now.
Great video. The real trails. No designated lines. Nobody goes there trails, is what we do. Exactly what I see here. I had a toy solid axle everything flexy. 38.5 tires. Friends all had solid axle. I switched to suk on the next trip I made it 15 km farther then truck 2. Can’t wait to see your suk fly.
You’re spot on with your take away from the competition. While the boys at bleepin jeep built the best vehicle for the challenge I think you built the best all around vehicle especially when you consider all the highway miles on UA. for us guys who can’t afford a purpose built crawler that only sees rocks comfort and versatility are major factors of consideration when we are putting together our rigs.
for what it is worth. I liked your build the best. it is by far the most practical build. minus all the body work. i did watch all of the build series as they were released. your content is superb. I look forward to every video you release
Another fun watch. I was up in Mammoth over Labor Day weekend and packed for summer weather. I froze the whole weekend. I had more comfortable accommodations but less scenic.
Nate, for under $20k you built an amazing rig. And I believe with the right tools I could build the same rig. I think that Cole possibly has more fans and that S10 was way cool and even cheaper than what you spent. But IMHO the average joe wouldn't be able to duplicate that build, were yours is. Personally, all I'd need is $20k, a pipe bender, and someone with pipe bending knowledge to help with the cage. Nate, thanks for amazing content and showing everyone that a nice rig can be built on a tight budget. Great job!!!
I have wanted an 80 series since I experienced one back in 1996 while living in Western Australia for six months. I live in Great Britain where the off-road trails are shorter, less of them and much tighter; the consequence of which is the 4x4s are different and the off-road modification market is limited. The prices of the 80 series were and are beyond my financial limits, so I will live out my days never realising my dream of owning and enjoying an 80 series. I am enjoying an 80 series via you and this channel, thank you.
Awesome video again and seeing the wee Jeep out there with the old boy just giving it a go regardless of having no wheeling mates was ace. Just a wee thought on the rain noise, it is something that I ran into with my first van conversions, a good way, well two, sound deadening the roof helps to dull it down, I can't recall on the build vids if you did this, I don't think so but other is to have a removable flat plate on that roof rack to take the noise if you are going to do a trip again with no gear up there. Instead of drilling into the bars then you could simplify it by using u-bolts. Just a thought but the whole video was great.....!!! Keep them coming.
I really enjoy watching your videos, you are an inspiration, and not just in manufacturing, in everything. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Portugal
Great video, being English I love to see stuff like this from America as we don’t have terrain like this for off roading. I know you have a Land Cruiser, but it’s so good to see your mates with so many Toyota Hiluxs, you can’t kill a Hilux!! 😸
Your content and production quality have been so good for so long, that long time viewers are spoiled.
Consistently the best off road content in the game
Lol thanks man
28:24
Production quality of his videos are far better than channels much much larger than his. That is fact.
@@DirtLifestyle well.... if it was a ford,, it,d be stamped everywhere.. but, being gm, or lassale,, did they stamp there cars,, or too ashamed.??.. ford guy, obvoiusly..
The Videography and story telling of your videos is some of the finest in the off roader/builder content community, and I Really appreciate it.
Thank you 🙌. Taking the time to deliver such high praise means a lot. We are lucky to have folks like you watching the videos.
Loved the Cadillac Deep dive... big fan of the history of really anything.
You have always maintained the position of "Take care of the trail, pack out more than you packed in, help out our brothers and sisters on the trail" mentality and you build videos are always detailed and make me feel like I could do that too! Which is why you are my Go-To, my favorite Off Roading channel. Keep up the good work brother!
Thank you very much 🙌
Your channel is so much better than OnX. Watched one video from the series on their channel and that was plenty for me. Keep up the fantastic work Nate!
Apparently the app is garbage too
Thank you for the huge compliment 🤘. The software is bad ass BTW. I used onx hunt 5 years before I started UA-cam and Onx offroad ever since. Both are great
@carlsjr7975 The app rules. 3 years now using Onx its as important to a winch or shovel to me. I'd be lost without it.
Keep it up Nate! Voted for you on on x everyday. You nailed it, most relatable build!
I really appreciate the support 🙏 can't thank you enough
Taking nothing away from the competition in this series, yours was simply the best. It reminded me of an American version of what the Australians build, and they, in my opinion, know more about building tough go anywhere and live out of it rigs than anyone in the world. As well, the attention to detail this got to make it look “factory” really added to the final product.
Fellow landcruiser owner here. I have the same type of storage in my tailgate with a sleeping platform. Be careful keeping important recovery gear in there because if you slide backwards into a muddy ditch and can’t open the tailgate from the outside, your sleeping platform will prevent you from opening that from the inside too depending on if it reaches all the way to the tailgate. Sweet rig! Great video as always!
Throwing this up on the big screen right now 👍🏻
I’m excited to see you fall in love with the Land Cruiser.
Colt's was the best rock crawler by far. He's also the best driver however. Yours is best at easy lines by far, and the most comfortable too. Nice build, was really fun to watch!
This is an amazing video. Brings me back to being a kid riding in my dad's purple toyota truck on the Rubicon. Thanks for all you do Nate, it does not go unnoticed
Nate, I voted for you over and over. Your synopsis about the average off-roading relating to your build is SPOT ON! Doing frame chops and swapping out IFS is not something us normal guys can even relate to or dream of attempting in our garages. Thank you so much for your incredible content!
Love the longer format videos. Thanks for sharing the snow on the islands.
This was my favorite build in the series by far, and it does seem more approachable for a novice like myself.
Thank you! That's exactly what I was trying to do 🤘
Great video! Thanks for helping Richard out! We hiked back out there a few days later and managed to complete the repair on his Jeep and spot him back out to loon lake without any problems!
I’m excited to see you fall in love with the Land Cruiser. They’re built different -factory supercharger kits exist for these when you decide it needs more😉
Lol good to know
Nah it's a timing chain 2jz go turbo small for quick low rpm spool.
For me, when it came to the ON X challenge, the other guys built rigs for specialised purposes, while you built a multi-purpose tool. I could never see myself driving the other rigs, while I want to use yours as a template for my own build. And that feels achievable! Thank you for taking that sort of thing into consideration, thank you for your wonderful content, and thank you for your great attitude and approach to everything you engage yourself in. Cheers from Australia!
Nate, this build is awesome! I think you should add some lift but keep the stock axles. Let it shine as it is! Have a vehicle that can break but if you drive right it doesn't.
Nate, these videos are Grammy Gold. Your skills are so underrated. Thank you for all you do.
Your thoughts and feelings about the build challenge struck the nail on the head for me. I think your build is the most do-able and approachable and it was so much fun seeing you and Dave hand off the vehicle and throw your own spin at it. This series has been awesome to watch from your perspective.
Fantastic.
Your commentary at 30:00 was hilarious. I love the honesty man. Don't lose that.
Great vid Nate! Thanks for filming all of the homies! 👊
It was a blast! What a trip 🙌
I was truly impressed with your truck build and how stock your truck is, the minimal upgrades
I think you showed what is possible with a well built more capable all around vehicle. And I think it is awesome!! Also another great video!!
As an owner of the exact LX450, I was disappointed in the competition. I’m so glad you’re creating more content to show just how epic these old 80’s can be.
Your passion for this hobbie,quality of filmography, breakdown of build,building tips,professionalism and most of all family,freind,and stranger care is why i watch you sir. Thank you so much for sharing your lifestyle nate
24:54 I see an axial AX24 😂 I think I remember the day you came to our shop and bought that. Thanks for all the cruiser videos really keeping us inspired out here! PNW!
I have a bunch of these now! What a fun toy! What shop?
@@DirtLifestyle Tukwila HobbyTown!
You really know your wheeling and your vehicles. You have a seriously high credibility factor - probably more so than nearly anyone else on this platform. Thanks for doing projects like this and for creating good content around the adventures you take with what you build.
Thank you 🙌. That's a giant compliment
@@DirtLifestyle well deserved, you think outside the box!
@dirtlifestyle what under armor are you running in your 80? I have a 96 and am curious what you have to protect the drive line, transfer case and tranny. Thanks!
One of your best videos! Really enjoyed this one! Definitely a rowdy time on the trails
I loved your build during the challenge, and I also loved the Bleepin boys build (it was 90% Colt).
I think your rig is the most relatable to the largest audience.
Most folks are going to want to build something they can drive everyday because they don't have a way to not to. The Bleepin boys built a rig to do a specific job, and do it well, and they succeeded. It's a more capable truck built in a similar fashion to yours (in a small space with limited tools), and it was built for a bit less money, but it's not going to win any prizes as a daily driver...where you're heavy luxury based SUV will win that battle every day.
That videography at 21:08.... very nice 👍👍(Borat voice)
I would love to build my Land Rover to the point where I could do this. Great conten!! 👍
Get to work! These trails are epic! I doubt you would look back and say... "did I make my land rover to capable?" 😂
Nate, you’re totally right about inspiring people! You inspired me to buy and work on an ‘89 Toyota pickup!
As a fellow UA-camr…. It was good to see you documenting two of my favorite local trails here in Northern California. Hopefully one day I’ll get the pleasure to finally meet and run a trail with you. Outstanding job with the video and thanks again for bringing us along. 🤙
You're such a good dude to help Richard out. I wouldn't expect anything less from you. The world needs more people like you. I know it' just comes natural to you. You're a good example of how we all should be though. Keep up the good work man!
As an 80 owner who has had many other trucks prior. These things are wolves in sheep's clothing. Probably one of the most solid factory platforms you can start from, with the added bonus of stout reliability. Can't believe you squeezed 39s on her! Given the abuse you gave her it is a testament to the stock axles "punching above their weight" as you mentioned. Love the mind set of the build, putting time into some various trail accoutrements without having to rework the entire stock driveline was key!. Awesome video series, thanks much!
I absolutely love your content. The videos just feel real. They aren't like a movie. Just good old-fashioned wheeling.
Nate 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸 haven’t been to the Rubicon trail for over 20 years, looks like you had fun times there.🇺🇸🇺🇸
One of my favorites for sure. Such a great place 🤘
@@DirtLifestyle yes 👍 also the Sierra trek trail one of my favorite places to go.👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
I think Colt built a rig for UA, Rudy built what Rudy wanted to build, and you built an overland rig. All nice rigs. I would have liked to see better vids of the whole competition, it wasn't filmed very well.
I feel the same. It didn’t seem like a full fledged series like they wanted it to be over at ONX
Damn. How do I break the image of an overland rig with the cruiser??? I did everything I could with rock crawling styling, the parts, tires and I even took it on one of the hardest trails in the US. If after taking it on Fordyce, you still refer to it as an overlander... it sounds like I did all I could, lol. This is really important feedback. From a parts perspective, I feel like I picked the best truck of the three. But from an image perspective... I must have picked what will always be seen as an overlander. Thank you for the perspective 🙏
@@DirtLifestyle I believe you plan on doing it with more lift and tons. I understand you were working within the budget they gave you and saved lots of money by using what you had already. A lift would go a long ways i think. You've been to UA before, do you think the LC would do well the way it is? I'm not being a smart a$$ im genuinely asking. Will the "stock" components hold up to the challenge? How difficult would it be to source parts for it if something does break? These are things i was thinking about. UA seems like a harsh challenge for even a well built rig. These are my opinions of course and subject to scrutiny lol.
@@DirtLifestyle probably hard to get the 80S out of the overlander paradigm. It's what it's most used for (at least here in Latin America). And staying low and with that much body it still doesn't FEEL like a rock crawler even though you've proven it's 100% capable.
It's the stigma of what it is. I'd love to see you keep building what is there and not go with tons. See what it will do with what it has. You would have to cut the body up to get it to be called a crawler. Going tons is boring.
You DID build the most "repeatable" build for the average guy and FWIW you inspired me to consider one for a true overland build. You also got my votes. There was no loss here bro.👍👍
Dirt lifestyle and Sarah-N-Tuned are two of my favorite channels on UA-cam and I hope you never change your style.
Awesome episode. Beautiful scenery. My Misses thinks you are he sweetest peach. Thanks
Nate. Dude.... at the end of a weekend, the last thing I do before 'checking out' getting ready for work "Monday", is watching your videos. I can't thank you enough. Every single thing about your videos are absolute spot on. Your inspiration drives me to tweak on my truck. As far as the vote thing, man, I don't get it. I gave up when the other two teams had twice your votes. What the hell is up with that? I dunno, but at the end of the day, your content and your builds are what I need to see. Thank you man. It's a goal to shake your hand someday. To wheel with you would be amazing. I'll cook the tacos. Rock on.
I voted for you brother, every single time and I’ve watched the other guys shows and I learn from them as well but hands down I have learned the most from you and I’ll always be watching.
Really stoked this came up on recommended. What a fun trip!
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment 🤘
The pouring rain we got last weekend was incredible and pleasant. Im glad you didn’t get too badly effected by it.
FWIW I voted for you Nate. I voted for you for the reasons you mentioned about the build. Something that "anyone" could build. I want something like this, but probably a little less tire and a little more lift. I'll be rewatching your build series on it IF I do buy one.
Good stuff here Nate. Well done. Thanks for helping me out on the trail Thursday. We repaired the TJ and drove it out on Tuesday.
Much love bruv!! Thanks for saving one of us old guys. Rather - I should say, thanks for saving another one of us old guys.
Great content Nate. Thanks for being the positive influence that you are
Cool to see rigs, other than jeeps and buggies on the trail. Nate has low key joined the darkside with two Toyotas.
Nate, do some more vids with your son! love the enthusiasm he has.
Nate you are first on my list of sunday afternoon videos every week, the best videos out there my man!
Thank you so much for the kind praise 👏
NATE, as a universal practical budget build you absolutely hit the bar. The Lexus was my favorite by far out of all the builds because it was still very stock but so capable in a budget scenario. I think that bleeping jeep had an awesome build as well but when it comes do the facts, the best budget build for the average "jo" would have been the Lexus by far. Loved this video and 100% congrats on an awesome build. Can't wait to see what you have planned for the Lexus. And by the way, looking forward to the completion of the Samurai!!
Definitely like your rig better than the other OnX off road builds and it is practical for the everyday rig builder
I personally thought you had the best vehicle for the build series. I was truly amazed at how beautiful it turned out. I voted for you at every given chance. I would love to have a vehicle just like that . But the vehicle by itself is just out of my price range. Let alone all the money spent to build it up.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching every single episode of the build and the challenge. I think I’ve watched every video at least 3 times each. You did an amazing job and you should be extremely proud of the finished vehicle. It was by far the best entry. And in my opinion you are an extremely talented fabricator. Best wishes to you and your family.
I love how you touched on not being bulletproof in water. Wish I would have watched way earlier but flooded my 4runner in July 2023. $22,000, new motor, and still issues coming up.
Dude. What an adventure. Can't wait to get my cruiser out there!
Please, for the rest of us with 80s make a documented series when you do the ton and 3-link (or 4-link) swap. We would love to see it!
Fordyce is definately bucket list goals, very nice coverage and stewardship bonus points 👍
Brother, every one of your videos inspires me and makes me feel like I can do what you are doing, you sure are succeeding, pay no attention to those saying anything differently, lead strong, love your family, love what you are doing.
You are winning.
I am 47 seconds into this video, and cannot wait to watch the rest. Thank you for your continual creation of content
I started building after I watched your videos. It was the low buck diesel truck series. You’re a good teacher and have inspired me to take on many projects since
Thank you!!! Literally an eye opener!!! I can’t take my high end f350 Superduty on a trail like that!! But makes me want to build a Land Cruiser!!!
love the videos man! Really inspiring my 80 series build
Glad to hear it! Good luck with the build brother 👊
So many shots bro. Sheesh you set the bar for filming these trails.
IDE say tough as heck! Man those Toyotas are impressive! 😊
Dude can I just say u killed it! By far the best build
Nate, you're AWESOME! You always have something awesome to share, and I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing, and teaching us very useful information. You are a very smart guy and we all benefit from it. I'm ready for the next video now.
You have some of the best true overlanding videos out there
Great video. The real trails. No designated lines. Nobody goes there trails, is what we do. Exactly what I see here. I had a toy solid axle everything flexy. 38.5 tires. Friends all had solid axle. I switched to suk on the next trip I made it 15 km farther then truck 2. Can’t wait to see your suk fly.
You’re spot on with your take away from the competition. While the boys at bleepin jeep built the best vehicle for the challenge I think you built the best all around vehicle especially when you consider all the highway miles on UA. for us guys who can’t afford a purpose built crawler that only sees rocks comfort and versatility are major factors of consideration when we are putting together our rigs.
❤👍 Thanks For The Ride !!
Super impressed with the LC! Would love to build something similar! 😎
for what it is worth. I liked your build the best. it is by far the most practical build. minus all the body work. i did watch all of the build series as they were released. your content is superb. I look forward to every video you release
So awesome you took this out and found how well it performs
Another fun watch. I was up in Mammoth over Labor Day weekend and packed for summer weather. I froze the whole weekend. I had more comfortable accommodations but less scenic.
You got my vote, and I want one of those 97's.
Good times it's what it's about
Absolutely!
Badass!! Mad props!
Thank you!
Thank you. Niw I kniw how widd to build my rock sliders.
You always have good people with you. Keep up with the stewardship, it's worth it! My team does the same. :)
Woohoo finally some Toyota leaf spring wheeling! 😁 Great content, Nate! Keep um coming man!
So good mate from Australia
The 80e all ways wins
By far the best build of the three. Thanks for yet another epic vid 🤘🏼 from a fellow PNW brother in Canada
Muddy Bears should be going to UA with that S10
Nate, for under $20k you built an amazing rig. And I believe with the right tools I could build the same rig. I think that Cole possibly has more fans and that S10 was way cool and even cheaper than what you spent. But IMHO the average joe wouldn't be able to duplicate that build, were yours is. Personally, all I'd need is $20k, a pipe bender, and someone with pipe bending knowledge to help with the cage. Nate, thanks for amazing content and showing everyone that a nice rig can be built on a tight budget. Great job!!!
I have wanted an 80 series since I experienced one back in 1996 while living in Western Australia for six months. I live in Great Britain where the off-road trails are shorter, less of them and much tighter; the consequence of which is the 4x4s are different and the off-road modification market is limited. The prices of the 80 series were and are beyond my financial limits, so I will live out my days never realising my dream of owning and enjoying an 80 series. I am enjoying an 80 series via you and this channel, thank you.
Absolutely love your videos, such great storytelling and videography. You’re a great narrator and great at explaining things. Thanks for all you do
Awesome video again and seeing the wee Jeep out there with the old boy just giving it a go regardless of having no wheeling mates was ace.
Just a wee thought on the rain noise, it is something that I ran into with my first van conversions, a good way, well two, sound deadening the roof helps to dull it down, I can't recall on the build vids if you did this, I don't think so but other is to have a removable flat plate on that roof rack to take the noise if you are going to do a trip again with no gear up there. Instead of drilling into the bars then you could simplify it by using u-bolts. Just a thought but the whole video was great.....!!! Keep them coming.
🔥🔥 Fire Nate, great work.
And great job everyone, yall nailed it!
Thanks you 🙏
I really enjoy watching your videos, you are an inspiration, and not just in manufacturing, in everything. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Portugal
Thank you! Maybe I need to come check out the offroad culture in Portugal 🇵🇹 😁
What an awesome video, well done and different from most off-road vids. Was a pleasure to watch! (From a Jeep guy)
the way you explain these vids is amazing brother
I look forward to every demonstration, educational videos and the just amazing fun
Absolutely epic movie 🍿👍🏽 cheers from Siberia 🍻🍻
best off road channel
So cool to see that this Rig was able to go through fordyce! Awesome work, Its on the short list of trails to go through
Awesome trail footage. Loved all 47 minutes of it.
Great video, being English I love to see stuff like this from America as we don’t have terrain like this for off roading. I know you have a Land Cruiser, but it’s so good to see your mates with so many Toyota Hiluxs, you can’t kill a Hilux!! 😸