As a quasi expert on Toyota 4x4s. Change your oil in the transfer case, differential, transmission, your antifreeze, and a full synthetic engine oil. Also, change your thermostat. The big reason why you want to change your antifreeze is that Toyota is antifreeze after 5 years will turn acidic. That means it will slowly dissolve your hoses and your radiator.
True. They'll run for eternity if you are maintenance savvy. Transfer cases tend to be overlooked by alot of people that don't know what they are driving. She obviously had the acumen enough to know if you are gonna buy something older, get a Toyota Land Cruiser. Or even a 4 runner.
Sadly my 1995 4Runner got crashed out from under me, but it was still going strong at 18 years old and over 500k km. The regular maintenance is a must. Don't mix Toyota and non Toyota antifreeze. As said, change all the oils. Grease all the grease points. I switched to John Deere's high pressure waterproof grease and never had a driveshaft joint issue ever again. Greasing those joints after a river crossing is important.
Don't forget the power steering fluid. I've had to have the front transaxle on my Camry replaced twice in the last two decades after letting the power steering fluid go too long before changes. It breaks down as well and eats away at the components.
Sweetheart....that shirt you are wearing. Little Belt Cattle Company. How bittersweet is that.....the first person I ever really watched live full-time on the road, wearing a shirt from the town 30 miles down the road from where I live(Lewistown)...and me starting my own van-life journey. Way to represent the beautiful state of Montana Eva! You truly are a gem
Hi Eva, I am from Pakistan and I have been following your journeys for a long time now ☺. I am really inspired by how you have been evolving as an individual all these years, how you are not afraid to admit if something doesn't pan out the way you planned, and how you whole heartedly embrace new directions in life. Keep rocking and bon voyage!
That's a good truck! I've owned many Toyotas over my 70 years. They are the best. My best truck... 1977 Toyota Pickup bought new for $4100 + tax. 300,000 miles when I sold it, and it's still going.
Congrats.. from one epic vehicle to another (your pair of landies). I got a 2001 LX470 after moving back to Canada from Kenya, they are so sturdy and luxurious.. it will likely still outlast the new lesser SUVs of today.
For everyday journeys get a back seat extender for Vilk! We bought one for our German shepherd yogi. It made such a difference and he won’t slip down behind the front seats. It folds down very small too 😊
Wait until the automatic transmission goes out on it.. Mine in my 92 fj80 lasted until 300k then went out.. To rebuild it was 6k,and I couldn't even find a used auto with less than 180k miles on it,and the 180k mile trans was 4k usd... A manual trans complete with linkage,bellhousing,transfer case,pedals assembly, clutch,etc from Australia was under 2500,not including shipping..
Change all the fluids: engine oil and filter, coolant, brake fluid (everyone forgets this one, but trust me on this), power steering fluid, front and rear differential gear oil, transfer case gear oil, and transmission fluid. Also, change the engine air filter and cabin air filter, if needed. All of these jobs are DYI capable after watching a few UA-cam videos. I'm sure you have a handy Dad or Uncle who will help. It might make a good couple of videos.
Congrats Eva and best of luck with it, I was a truck mechanic for the city of New York for 30yrs. and now I work for myself but the best advice I can give you is if one did not come with your vehicle go out and purchase an owners manual for your new ride find the maintenance schedule in it and follow it. If you don’t have a somewhat what compete maintenance history you might have to do some catching up which means you might have to service or replace something’s regardless. Second my advice is take it to a Toyota dealership they know their machines the best and they use Toyota parts and third there’s a lot of wrong advice out there from people who don’t know they don’t know so ignore it and follow your owner's manual, here’s a news flash those schedules are actual written by real engineers. And one more thing that flat panel that fell off the bottom of your car it’s there to keep our road noise and keep road dirt away from the components under your car so have it reinstalled.
I had to chuckle seeing Vilk in drivers seat of Odyssey. Like he was saying "Mine now!" 😅. I knew you couldn't stay away from the mountains and the wild places. I can't wait to see you new views! Thank you for taking us along for the ride 😁
Congratulations on the new vehicle and on your upcoming life changes. Have been watching your channel for over a year now. Thanks for the quality content. But, what inspired me to comment was the scence at 4:23 of the video, with a close-up of your new stickers. I spied the sticker from the World's Largest Truckstop on I-80 near Walcott, IA. It's only about twenty minutes from my hometown of Moline, IL which is part of the Quad Cities. Anyhow, keep up the good work and enjoy!
They don’t make the new cars anymore like the older ones. I have a 19 yr old Toyota sienna for over 4 yrs now and I couldn’t love her (Amelia) more! Everytime I drive her Im even more thankful!!! She’s getting new shoes (tires) tomorrow! Who gets excited about that?? I DO!!
@gwenwallace that’s all American cars over the last decade. All been going down hill still. Besides Ford and who was telling ford was selling out??? DL
It isn't just Toyotas, my wife has a 19 years old Nissan and has only replaced tires and batteries. My son has a 12 years old Honda Civic with same results. I had a 2004 Ram 3500 that I totaled last year and only got a seat belt burn.
Just a small piece of advice: Don’t build too big because if your new home base is as rural as I think it is you are going to need plenty of room to haul supplies on you infrequent (maybe once every month or two) trips into town. I’m excited for you! Take care.
Looking at the number plate clue it should be something like a couple miles to the nearest shop, and a few more to a bigger shop; or even more likely just outside some town/village, but a bit higher ;)
I drive a 27 year old Saab convertible that I picked up at the factory in Trollhattan brand new. I absolutely love it and wouldn’t drive anything else. It also has over 200,00 miles and manual transmission. 👏 ❤
Looking forward to the build. I am thinking of adding a platform to my Dacia Duster for short camping trips. And of course super curious about your new homestead...
Please whatever upgrades you decide on, dont do suspensions lifts and huge tyres. The LC is an absolute gem as is, yes, get good all terrain tyres. Ensure control arms and rubber bushes along with sway bars are sturdy. Own a 1998 LC 100, 4.5l V8 diesel with 480,000km full services, never opened the engine, likely it will outlive me.
If you ever come back to the States you need to visit Chaco Canyon in NM. It's UNESCO World Heritage site and has a challenging bit of road that passes through Navajo (D'Neh) tribal land to get to. Good camping spots on site.
A pot of land in the Tatras, in the Western Carpathians, what a dream.❤❤❤ You've already presented the region in another video, actually twice. The car is made for the region. Congratulations 🎉
So exciting! Ive had a Toyota 80 series myself for a lot of years now and I use it for what youre planning to do with Toyka, so im really keen to see how yours turns out. For longer trips, I removed my back seat completely, and that gives a bit more length inside and improves access via the back doors too. Although its long enough to sleep in, I tend to just take a swag and sleep in that instead.
Just upgraded a 2004 cd/radio to a JVC iphone Mp3 everthing stereo. Very easy to install....if you order the wiring harness. No need for fur covered cd's.
I have a one-berth microcamper I've built in my little Fiat 500L - a lot smaller than your new car, but I don't take a dog with me; I found the bed platform and storage quite easy to build. I used a pre-made keyboard shelf to make a little pull out for my camp cooker to go on in the boot. I'm least happy with the window covers, which are black cloth glued onto an insulating roll and push into place, but they're awkward and don't always stay in place perfectly. I want to re-do the window covers, but I'm still not sure how the new form will look. I've found It's worth getting wind deflectors for the windows so I can leave them open slightly for ventilation without them appearing open or risking getting rain inside. I only have the bed take up the larger side of the split rear seats, so I have more storage on the other side and can still use that one back seat if I need to (often I used it as my 'lounge' before bed or when the weather's bad). I really look forward to seeing how your build works out.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW TO YOU LAND CRUSIER TOYOTAS ARE GOOD VEHICLES I HAD A 2003 TACOMA WITH LIFT KIT, IMPERIAL JADE GREEN JUST LIKE YOURS. HAVE A GREAT WEEK AND COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS AMEN.
A lot of complicated electronic systems in the newer cars, which I personally don't like, to many computers and cameras, surveillance systems which don't actually make the cars nowadays better. If you maintain this Toyota and get it serviced, at those specified intervals, it will last forever, like your Defender. Modern cars won't even be on the road after 21 years, because of planned obsolescence. Nice choice, enjoy and may it take you and your loved ones wherever you need to go! I'm not from Poland, but I researched a bit, it's a very nice area. 😊Congratulations on getting a home!
Wise purchase Eva! We have a 2005. Vilk will love it. Our Bernese Mountain Dog loves it. Recently drove it over Pearl Pass from Aspen to Crested Butte in Colorado. No problem climbing over the rocks and the ledges.
I not only like the "vintage look", but I like the simplicity of older vehicles. I drive a 21 yr old Toyota and I would not even consider trading it for a newer model. Good luck in your next chapter of adventures with your new home. Last summer I met a gentleman in Montana with a 1989 Cruiser with 500,000 miles!
Yet new cars are sold as being environmentally friendly, yet require huge amounts of energy, water, raw materials to produce. The worst problem is that insurance companies refuse to pay for repairs to older lower book value cars, with a long useful life ahead. I think insurers should be required to safely repair, even older cars. Another shocking aspect of the insurance of cars is that recent premium increases have been significantly driven by the cost of claims involving EVs. Not only are they expensive to repair but their extra weight means more damage to them and to other vehicles. Replacing batteries can simply be not worth it, so the EV is written off. Madness.
Older Toyotas are awesome and tough as nails. I run with some friends who have first gen Tundras and they are tough, one of them has 400,000 plus miles on it, mine has 180k. All run like a clock
I had a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser and it could deal with anything, but the bottom rusts! That's what killed mine. Make sure you get a coating sprayed underneath for protection if you go anywhere with snow
I always plan trips with days to spare, so I can use those if I get sick, need some rest, or just find a place I really like and want to stay an extra day. I'm neurodivergent and can get super stressed and anxious and simple things can sometimes be exhausting. Having some wiggle room takes so much stress out of the trip for me. With a long and active trip I also leave enough spare days that I can recharge either at home or on a beach or something at the end. Life changer.
You can highly likely 6:55 just remove that tape/cd player, and install some modern stereo there having storage for MP3 audio and usb sticks and whatever functions they offer, some of them have even displays to watch video or tv or such. Probably this is not the first thing in your to-do lists, but if you find right parts you probably will enjoy it a lot as you drive long distances.
You can get replacements to those fallen plastic trims from online easily, like from Ovoko or elsewhere. Really solid choice for a car! These can run forever.
Going through automatic car washes should be avoided as they’re notorious for damaging plastic car panels. I had that happen last year with my Honda CRV, and was able to easily replace them but they weren’t cheap.
Is it a good choice?! Use a 21 years old automatic vessel .... At that age, I think the transmission system is no longer in good condition... there is even a risk of it coming looses (I have experienced it)... unless you completely replace the clutch system with a new one
It’s a nice clean looking car… and I like the color too… as people have said here… I would change all the fluids… so you know that they are new… and do regular maintenance with them.. and that should be good for you to start your new adventure… also enjoy the “ bistles “…😜 As a music fan… I have always kept all my music collection… all my old vinyl… and 💿 cd’s too… it’s part of my library of music… and would never think of giving them away… so you can easily find cd’s they are not that hard to find… I would suggest if you don’t have one… getting a dual tape deck…( you can find one still… also) That way you can make tapes from cd’s… or from music you have downloaded…. and you have multiple options for music on the road! Good luck with your new wheels… and I’ll send a wish in a song… Neil Young’s “ Long May You Run “ … also congrats on your new home! 🌎🕊️ 🌜🌞🌛
That piece that fell off underneath, can probably be left off. I had one on my pickup truck, and it's been off for years, with no ill effects, plus one thing less to take off if work is needed to be done under there!
Not sure if it's been mentioned but the middle row of seats can very easily be removed by removing 4 bolts and you have the whole floor behind the front seats that you can stretch out on. Obviously this only works if you don't need that seat installed and you aren't over 6ft'ish tall . They are easy to reinstall as well, just get a torque wrench if you don't have one, find the torque specs (around 127 foot pounds) and it will take you five mins to reinstall. Nice LC, congrats and good luck to you!
GFBISA: At last, a proper 4x4! Great choice, which you won't regret. But, as a Toyota owner of Land Crisers since their 80 Series, I strongly suggest that you take it to a Toyota trained outlet, and get them to give you a detailed, total back-to front report, which includes the suspension, pwoer train, electrics etc. Change ALL the fuids and lubricants, but have them properly flushed to remove any sedament , residues etc. Keep a good record of the correct fluids and lubes for future reference. They CHANGE ALL the belts, hoses and the clamps that hold them in position, of the entire vehicle, even if they look OK! If you have some part which is either the left or right side of that system, that has broken or over-worn, always change BOTH, because it opposite side is not far off going! Change both 12 Volt batteries (In the engine compartment, if they are 3 years or older, regardless if they are functioning OK> By doing the preventative maintenance, you will never have battery-related problems! Check all bushes, CV joints etc, and if worn exchange them all for new ones.*Dangerous steering is not an option! Just do it. If any more body panels feel a bit dodgy/loose, get the agents to remove them and replace all the clips that hold them in position. Check your braking system, discs, pads etc, and if they are worn more than 40%, change them for new ones. Flush your radiator and test it at a radiator workshop. A re-core is far cheaper than overheating and blowing your engine! It all sounds expensive, but until you know what is wrong (It's old, and there will be lots of little niggles etc, and some bigger ones, that will go eventually , if left. ) rather err on the side of caution and remember preventative maintenance is far cheaper than a breakdown where you don't need it! Go to Front Runner, and talk to them before yoy decide what to do... They have pre-built solutions, which are cheaper, and quicker than trying to build them yourself. *You provide them with major advertising and marketing exposure, and this new vehicle will be just up their street. *I suggest that you put in as a standard fitment before any modifications, a twin 12 Volt auxilliary battery with it's onwn management system, as well as a built-in battery charger which can plug in, so you can use AC/DC power for your accessories etc. Ask Front Runner for a superlight, Roof-Top Tent suggestion. They can be easily removed, in your own garage at home, and left suspended until you need it again. The roof-top rails can bolt into the special accessory channels already ontop of the vehicle using 8 mm / M8 stainless bolts. We have camped in sub-Saharan Africa since 1982, and always happy to help with suggestions. Take care and be safe out there Tim
I went from a Land Rover discovery 1 to a Land Cruiser 100 also. I’ll tell you what you do with that tape deck, you get a Bluetooth tape adapter. Gives you CarPlay off your phone super cheap without having to swap out equipment
Awesome!! Look forward to you being part of this new chapter. I’m glad you are putting ur comfort and well-being first by taking a break from full time travel.
Yeahhh I am so happy for you, exciting plans and on top of a mountain sounds wonderful to me!! I do hope Toyota will be your main sponsor for your weekend outings one day ;-) I drive a 24 year old car myself which is easy in maintaining cause its not as complicated as newer cars. Wherever you go mechanics can do the older cars always, for as the new cars with all the electric & conveniences can be very costly to repair. Good luck sweet tough Eva, much love from The Netherlands and I am excited to see what you will be doing next.
As the original owner of a now-23-year-old 4Runner, I can agree that even at 200k miles, those early-2000s Toyota trucks are still golden if they've been properly maintained. They were built to last.
Can't wait for the upcoming videos, I visited the polish side of tatra mountains 2 years ago and it's stunning there, loved it more than the slovak side . Greeting from your neighbour czech republic 😊
Agreed. Did that with 3 VW vans over the last 55 years and it's worked for me. Build a flat bed base to fit and then custom drawers underneath with hidden storage spaces and cabinetry as needed in the floor and along the sides. Simple and it works. Add a Thule roof rack and storage box on the roof and it'll be almost as as roomy as your old rig. And much more comfortable and reliable.
Cool new 21yr old Toyota 4x4..I have a 2007 Tundra with 242K miles. You take care of them they last forever..almost. Will be watching what you are going to do with your build. Good luck.
@@evazubeckyou’ll be surprised how quickly you will turning back to Odyssey from the TLC. Not any like the TLC would not be a great car, but you will realise pretty quickly how adorable a Defi is with all it’s clumsiness, and how soulless is the TLC. (And you also will miss all the overlanding extra of Odyssey pretty much in the 10th minute of first camping). ;)
Great color... You can replace the radio with one with the USB connectors of various types with mounts for older cars. I don't know if Amazon has them, but a dealer should.
Well, Eva, I doubt you'll read this but if you are able to reach the age I am at 79, I hope you can say as I tell my friends, "I have accomplished all the things I wanted to do in my life up to now." I am plan on doing kind of like you. I have a mechanic working on a 15-year old Subaru Forester. When it is road worthy, after looking at plans for a sleeping place on youtube, I will buy the 1x4's and build a semi-permanent place to sleep with room underneath. I will then order from Amazon a flexible car-top carrier to pack a camp chair and extra clothing. My base is my current home/metal pole building. I, too, will camp one to 4 days at a time since I am a widower and don't need to hurry home. I find that I don't mind being alone either. When you are busy doing what you like to do, time goes by with no loneliness. I live in the foothills of the mountains that separate Idaho from Montana. You once stayed in Kamiah and I am 15 miles from there. Kamiah is on the river and I am at a higher elevation with more winter snow. You have your dog to keep you busy while camping and I play music on my mandolin, my ukulele, and my banjo ukulele. At the rate you are going you should be able someday when you are old, to say that you have done all you wanted to do. It is a satisfying feeling. I haven't traveled like you have, but I have seen a lot of the American West plus some of the fjords of Alaska and the Al-Can highway. I have really enjoyed your many videos. Thanks.
I’m a Polish raised woman living in the US and love to travel in my Subaru with my kids, dog and a bunny! We have traveled for months at a time but I haven’t figure out the air conditioning situation of sleeping in the car the summer. That limits us where we can go because we live in GA and it’s hot!! But I absolutely love to go on small expeditions throughout the year to escape the commonality of life 😊
@@Mountain_Spirit It is supposed to get up to 104 degrees one day soon but then stay in the mid-nineties. But my elevation is 2800 feet and I'm surrounded by tall conifer trees and the climate in the western U.S. in the summer is a dry heat. By tomorrow I will have finished building my picnic/campground on my 11 acres. It is too hot to camp but I have a place to put my new tent in early September when, hopefully, it cools down. I decided not to camp semi-full time and instead just take one and sometimes two day trips. but I've been to most places in the American West. I had a stand-alone canopy where I sit in a zero-gravity camp chair and read or just look at the trees and watch the deer. Tonight while loading more stuff to take to the camp, I talked to 2 buck deer with big horns. They don't run from me, but a doe can make them run. Odd!. You talked about you, your kids, a dog and a bunny. What kind of bunny and what kind of dog, and how old and the number of your kids. Did you forget to talk about your husband. You should tour in the American West. Looks like Eva has fun. I managed to e-mail her once and got a reply but she probably gets thousands of e-mails so I double I'll get any more e-mails. She spent a night in a town some 15 miles from me.
Love following your travels. We have had several 4X4 vehicles over the years and love to travel and camp all over the USA. We currently have a 2014 4Runner I have modified to Overland. We just purchased a offroad capable travel trailer and I installed solar and lithium so we can boondock. Will be retiring soon so we can travel longer than 3 weeks at a time. Having a home base will give you a bit of stability. Your Land Cruiser will be more comfortable for you and Vilk and they are surprisingly capable...Peace.
Toyotas lasts FOREVER! I can tell this car was the top of the line when she was made. Take good care of it, and you can literally drive a million miles on it. ❤❤❤
nice choice!! i work for a 4x4 tours company and we have 4 k90 series land Cruisers. i do the maintenance and all repairs on them and one is already 573.000 kms and still runnnig fine. good luck with yours :)
I r been traveling full time for a little over two years and I already feel the feelings you have! So, I took a work camping job (paid to stay at a camp ground) for the summer with my new puppy! She will appreciate some stability I think lol
I admire your adventurous spirit. However, I'm happy that you will enter a new phase of your life. Traveling takes tremendous energy, and your body and spirit tell you when it's time for a rest. Best wishes from the USA!
Eva, your positive demeanor is so wonderful to witness; I smile along with you without even knowing I am. I wish you well on your future journey; can't wait to hear what you have planned. Always love seeing Vilk -how lucky is he to have you and u him.
Very reliable and solid car. Mine never let me down in any 4wd situation. If you want to upgrade 4wd capability ARB have the best suspension and bullbar kits as well a great roof racks. The spare is a real pain to access - i would install a swing mount on the rear. Don’t know if yours is petrol or diesel but both are heavy drinkers. Carry extra or install another tank if you are venturing remote. Last suggestion is to replace the fallen off plastic cover with an aluminum bash plate.
I've built a folding platform in that same body style. Gives it some pull out drawers, and if needed a stable platform for a bed if you fold the seats down. My son loves riding around in it since I gave it to him.
👍Eva is happy, 🐕🦺Vilk is happy, I am happy for you🤣. Good choice with the Toyota. I am glad you had the opportunity to experience the US in your travels with Odyssey. Good luck with your new adventure wherever and whatever it may be. I'll be waiting patiently. Nice Montana T.🤔 Take care.🐕🦺 Hug to Vilk (super dog). 😎sunny n ca usa🌞
That side-eye from Vilk behind the steeringwheel, when you asked he has already his driverslicense 😂😂😂 i almost rolled out of my wheelchair from laughter
spouse and self bought an SUV with all wheel drive last year - it was a new car and it had some driver assistance electronics that we, as senior citizens, find useful - wishing you many safe journeys in your own vehicles - roy rogers and dale evans used to sing "happy trails to you" at the end of their tv show
There are single deck touch screen players. Or she can get full face touch screen. so she can have car play and get her navigation in one place. Also she can have backup camera added .
Loose part: Skid plate??? It seems a pretty light weight item so I guess it was just a panel to keep mud and gravel out of the drivetrain. Have fun with your four wheels and air conditioning. When we got our six and a half foot pop-up truck camper, it was no longer “camping” for me. Given that I put a compressor refrigerator freezer in it; a water heater; a furnace; a 2000 watt generator; and an air conditioner, it was no longer camping, it was four wheels and air conditioning.
1:50 Btw - I have been traveling for 20 years non-stop now and I L-O-V-E the feeling being in a new place almost every day. I have learned early on my journey to proactively work on my mindset so that this fact does not stress me but fullfill me. It gives me this great feeling of freedom and living to the fullest! This "chronic stress" is only in your mind - you have been doing this long enough to know that you always find a solution. You might want to look into the Stoic - Cheers and Happy Travels!
Eva, congratulations! I'm looking forward to the next phase of things you plan to do. One thing I've found that comes REALLY HANDY are the batteries in tool systems are being used in so many things now. I'm an avid camper, and I also standardized on Makita tools. I've purchased Makita's LED lantern, articulating light, flood light, oscillating fan, car vacuum, USB chargers Bluetooth speaker, air compressor, and air blower - all on their 18 V system. I have used every single one for outdoor adventures and clean up. Makita even has a battery powered microwave, coffee maker, and cooler with food warming unit. All geared for workmen out on their field. I'm excited for you, this new phase that you are on!
You can put aircon on the Defender. Research the Defender's aircon for Odyssey's year, find a donor vehicle in a scrapyard, get the pieces (don't forget pulleys, belts, wiring looms, bolts & brackets) and install it. Then take it to an automotive air conditioning place and have them pressurise it. Not easy, but not all that hard - just remember to drill-out the plug in the bottom of the heater box so the condensate can drain out. And while you're at it, look for the nicest driver's bucket seat... 😉 For ideas on small campers, there are endless vid's on yootoob by Korean girls - Yoyo Camp is one, Rirang On Air (she's quite gung-ho, likes roughing it and occasionally sets herself on fire 😁 ), and several others who often camp in their cars, all of which are much smaller than Toyka. Good net-surfing!
Part of that is where Eva is located... how many air-con Defenders were there in that part of the world? Betting not many because the climate isn't like being in, say, Texas. Shipping of the A/C system alone from USA would be crazy... Not disagreeing with you on how or why - but yeah, not an easy thing to find in some regions.
@@Emeraldabroad2771 I wil help you a little bit if I may. There is a saying; If you want to travel the world by a car, take a Landrover, if you want to come back too than take a Toyota.
Congratulations Eva on the new (old) LandCruiser , can't wait to see what is coming up for you and the amazing Vilk, thanks for taking us along on your life journey, you will have to buy some cds and tapes, I'm in Tasmania and they always have them for sale at our charity shops, or as they are called down here op shops, good luck, take care, have fun.❤️🙏😌👏👏💃
Eva, 3 years back when you bought the Land Rover, we commented here that you made a wrong decision, that you should have gone for a Land Cruiser. 3 years later, you have now made the right decision. Toyota Land Cruiser, always.
I've basically spent 2008 to now drifting from place to place. It's becoming a bit much now that I am in my mid 30s. The last year has been particularly difficult. My older dog is now ten and I think he is ready to settle down as well. A lot of what you say I can relate to. I am currently hunting a base of my own. Good luck Eva. Your vids are great.
As a quasi expert on Toyota 4x4s. Change your oil in the transfer case, differential, transmission, your antifreeze, and a full synthetic engine oil. Also, change your thermostat.
The big reason why you want to change your antifreeze is that Toyota is antifreeze after 5 years will turn acidic. That means it will slowly dissolve your hoses and your radiator.
True. They'll run for eternity if you are maintenance savvy. Transfer cases tend to be overlooked by alot of people that don't know what they are driving. She obviously had the acumen enough to know if you are gonna buy something older, get a Toyota Land Cruiser. Or even a 4 runner.
Sadly my 1995 4Runner got crashed out from under me, but it was still going strong at 18 years old and over 500k km. The regular maintenance is a must. Don't mix Toyota and non Toyota antifreeze. As said, change all the oils. Grease all the grease points. I switched to John Deere's high pressure waterproof grease and never had a driveshaft joint issue ever again. Greasing those joints after a river crossing is important.
Sounds like very solid advice that, maintenance is always a good idea on an older vehicle no matter how well made.
Other problem with antifreeze is that some people "cheat" by not using enough
Don't forget the power steering fluid. I've had to have the front transaxle on my Camry replaced twice in the last two decades after letting the power steering fluid go too long before changes. It breaks down as well and eats away at the components.
Sweetheart....that shirt you are wearing. Little Belt Cattle Company. How bittersweet is that.....the first person I ever really watched live full-time on the road, wearing a shirt from the town 30 miles down the road from where I live(Lewistown)...and me starting my own van-life journey.
Way to represent the beautiful state of Montana Eva! You truly are a gem
Hi Eva, I am from Pakistan and I have been following your journeys for a long time now ☺. I am really inspired by how you have been evolving as an individual all these years, how you are not afraid to admit if something doesn't pan out the way you planned, and how you whole heartedly embrace new directions in life. Keep rocking and bon voyage!
That's a good truck! I've owned many Toyotas over my 70 years. They are the best.
My best truck... 1977 Toyota Pickup bought new for $4100 + tax. 300,000 miles when I sold it, and it's still going.
You have brought so many people enjoyment through your travel videos. Now you start a new journey. I wish you the best !!
I can’t believe it’s been 3 years since I watched you build out Odyssey at your Grandparents’ house in Poland.
So true, felt like yesterday
yes
That dog is a saint, melts my heart.
Congrats.. from one epic vehicle to another (your pair of landies). I got a 2001 LX470 after moving back to Canada from Kenya, they are so sturdy and luxurious.. it will likely still outlast the new lesser SUVs of today.
For everyday journeys get a back seat extender for Vilk! We bought one for our German shepherd yogi. It made such a difference and he won’t slip down behind the front seats. It folds down very small too 😊
YES!!! Love your new car. I have a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser with 240,000 miles. Never caused me any grief...at all.
Wait until the automatic transmission goes out on it.. Mine in my 92 fj80 lasted until 300k then went out.. To rebuild it was 6k,and I couldn't even find a used auto with less than 180k miles on it,and the 180k mile trans was 4k usd... A manual trans complete with linkage,bellhousing,transfer case,pedals assembly, clutch,etc from Australia was under 2500,not including shipping..
I'm looking at getting a newer diesel FJ imported from Australia if I can find one at the right price..
Change all the fluids: engine oil and filter, coolant, brake fluid (everyone forgets this one, but trust me on this), power steering fluid, front and rear differential gear oil, transfer case gear oil, and transmission fluid. Also, change the engine air filter and cabin air filter, if needed. All of these jobs are DYI capable after watching a few UA-cam videos. I'm sure you have a handy Dad or Uncle who will help. It might make a good couple of videos.
Change ALL the rubber, coolant hoses, breather hoses, brake hoses, engine compartment, Transmission cooler lines, fuel lines etc
@@mrmotofy more excellent advice - especially since Eva tends to go to out of the way places.
Congrats Eva and best of luck with it, I was a truck mechanic for the city of New York for 30yrs. and now I work for myself but the best advice I can give you is if one did not come with your vehicle go out and purchase an owners manual for your new ride find the maintenance schedule in it and follow it. If you don’t have a somewhat what compete maintenance history you might have to do some catching up which means you might have to service or replace something’s regardless. Second my advice is take it to a Toyota dealership they know their machines the best and they use Toyota parts and third there’s a lot of wrong advice out there from people who don’t know they don’t know so ignore it and follow your owner's manual, here’s a news flash those schedules are actual written by real engineers. And one more thing that flat panel that fell off the bottom of your car it’s there to keep our road noise and keep road dirt away from the components under your car so have it reinstalled.
I had to chuckle seeing Vilk in drivers seat of Odyssey. Like he was saying "Mine now!" 😅. I knew you couldn't stay away from the mountains and the wild places. I can't wait to see you new views! Thank you for taking us along for the ride 😁
What is it about Polish people and the mountains? I had a 22 y.o. Toyota truck. Broke my heart to sell when I moved to Poland.
Congratulations on the new vehicle and on your upcoming life changes. Have been watching your channel for over a year now. Thanks for the quality content. But, what inspired me to comment was the scence at 4:23 of the video, with a close-up of your new stickers. I spied the sticker from the World's Largest Truckstop on I-80 near Walcott, IA. It's only about twenty minutes from my hometown of Moline, IL which is part of the Quad Cities. Anyhow, keep up the good work and enjoy!
You are a amazing person. You got this .
Hope you continue to enjoy your new journey. I watched you travel the USA .hello from Texas
Land Cruiser to moje marzenie! Póki co to kempuje w tundrze i tez jest super. Powodzenia z nowym autem!
They don’t make the new cars anymore like the older ones. I have a 19 yr old Toyota sienna for over 4 yrs now and I couldn’t love her (Amelia) more! Everytime I drive her Im even more thankful!!! She’s getting new shoes (tires) tomorrow! Who gets excited about that?? I DO!!
Toyotas age very well. Mine is 21, so dependable
@gwenwallace that’s all American cars over the last decade. All been going down hill still. Besides Ford and who was telling ford was selling out??? DL
It isn't just Toyotas, my wife has a 19 years old Nissan and has only replaced tires and batteries. My son has a 12 years old Honda Civic with same results. I had a 2004 Ram 3500 that I totaled last year and only got a seat belt burn.
My 2000 Sienna has 300,000 miles on it. Runs like a dream.
Eva, great purchase! I have a Tacoma same year and same colour. Love the old Toyota’s!!!
Just a small piece of advice: Don’t build too big because if your new home base is as rural as I think it is you are going to need plenty of room to haul supplies on you infrequent (maybe once every month or two) trips into town.
I’m excited for you!
Take care.
Looking at the number plate clue it should be something like a couple miles to the nearest shop, and a few more to a bigger shop; or even more likely just outside some town/village, but a bit higher ;)
congratulations on your new car..... planning to do the same camper setup to my Toyota Fortuner, hope there will be some great ideas you'll share soon
I drive a 27 year old Saab convertible that I picked up at the factory in Trollhattan brand new. I absolutely love it and wouldn’t drive anything else. It also has over 200,00 miles and manual transmission. 👏 ❤
I also drive a Saab ... a 20yrs old 9-3 ...
I have a 1957 mustang. Still gets me from a to b
@@kimtan95 a 57 mustang? Now that is some achievement
@@kimtan95 How long have you had it?
Everything seems to be so promissing❤great to hear that❤and nice to have you in Poland ❤
Fajnie usłyszeć szczere słowa na temat podróżowania full time. Mało kto potrafi to publicznie przyznać. A media takie kolorowe... :) Graty.
Looking forward to the build. I am thinking of adding a platform to my Dacia Duster for short camping trips.
And of course super curious about your new homestead...
Please whatever upgrades you decide on, dont do suspensions lifts and huge tyres. The LC is an absolute gem as is, yes, get good all terrain tyres. Ensure control arms and rubber bushes along with sway bars are sturdy. Own a 1998 LC 100, 4.5l V8 diesel with 480,000km full services, never opened the engine, likely it will outlive me.
X2. Keep it stock as it's quite capable, especially for weekend trips!
Agree. My LC 200 has outperformed built Land Cruisers, in brutal conditions, with thousands of dollars of upgrades, and I'm totally stock.
If you ever come back to the States you need to visit Chaco Canyon in NM. It's UNESCO World Heritage site and has a challenging bit of road that passes through Navajo (D'Neh) tribal land to get to. Good camping spots on site.
A pot of land in the Tatras, in the Western Carpathians, what a dream.❤❤❤ You've already presented the region in another video, actually twice. The car is made for the region. Congratulations 🎉
So exciting! Ive had a Toyota 80 series myself for a lot of years now and I use it for what youre planning to do with Toyka, so im really keen to see how yours turns out. For longer trips, I removed my back seat completely, and that gives a bit more length inside and improves access via the back doors too. Although its long enough to sleep in, I tend to just take a swag and sleep in that instead.
Great choices Eva. All the best. It's all good 👍👍 Jim, Harriet and Yuki
Just upgraded a 2004 cd/radio to a JVC iphone Mp3 everthing stereo. Very easy to install....if you order the wiring harness. No need for fur covered cd's.
I have a one-berth microcamper I've built in my little Fiat 500L - a lot smaller than your new car, but I don't take a dog with me; I found the bed platform and storage quite easy to build. I used a pre-made keyboard shelf to make a little pull out for my camp cooker to go on in the boot. I'm least happy with the window covers, which are black cloth glued onto an insulating roll and push into place, but they're awkward and don't always stay in place perfectly. I want to re-do the window covers, but I'm still not sure how the new form will look.
I've found It's worth getting wind deflectors for the windows so I can leave them open slightly for ventilation without them appearing open or risking getting rain inside.
I only have the bed take up the larger side of the split rear seats, so I have more storage on the other side and can still use that one back seat if I need to (often I used it as my 'lounge' before bed or when the weather's bad).
I really look forward to seeing how your build works out.
Congrats, so you pick up Tatry, I hope you still will visit Lower Silesia. But this two region are my best. Enjoy.
I have the same LC 100 series. It’s bullet proof and GCC spec..
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW TO YOU LAND CRUSIER TOYOTAS ARE GOOD VEHICLES I HAD A 2003 TACOMA WITH LIFT KIT, IMPERIAL JADE GREEN JUST LIKE YOURS. HAVE A GREAT WEEK AND COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS AMEN.
A lot of complicated electronic systems in the newer cars, which I personally don't like, to many computers and cameras, surveillance systems which don't actually make the cars nowadays better. If you maintain this Toyota and get it serviced, at those specified intervals, it will last forever, like your Defender. Modern cars won't even be on the road after 21 years, because of planned obsolescence. Nice choice, enjoy and may it take you and your loved ones wherever you need to go! I'm not from Poland, but I researched a bit, it's a very nice area. 😊Congratulations on getting a home!
More stuff to go wrong
Yes I don’t mind the car being a bit clunky and without all the latest gadgets, as long as it is reliable ☺️
Wise purchase Eva! We have a 2005. Vilk will love it. Our Bernese Mountain Dog loves it. Recently drove it over Pearl Pass from Aspen to Crested Butte in Colorado. No problem climbing over the rocks and the ledges.
Lots of people have done camper builds in a vehicle such as you have you can always watch them on UA-cam and get some ideas and then make your own
love the reflections on traveling overloading ! hope u make a good choice of vehicle
I not only like the "vintage look", but I like the simplicity of older vehicles. I drive a 21 yr old Toyota and I would not even consider trading it for a newer model. Good luck in your next chapter of adventures with your new home. Last summer I met a gentleman in Montana with a 1989 Cruiser with 500,000 miles!
Very cool , I drive 16yr old Tacoma . I love ❤️ it
I have an '89 FJ62 w/~360,000 mile on it. I love it still.
Yet new cars are sold as being environmentally friendly, yet require huge amounts of energy, water, raw materials to produce. The worst problem is that insurance companies refuse to pay for repairs to older lower book value cars, with a long useful life ahead. I think insurers should be required to safely repair, even older cars. Another shocking aspect of the insurance of cars is that recent premium increases have been significantly driven by the cost of claims involving EVs. Not only are they expensive to repair but their extra weight means more damage to them and to other vehicles. Replacing batteries can simply be not worth it, so the EV is written off. Madness.
Older Toyotas are awesome and tough as nails. I run with some friends who have first gen Tundras and they are tough, one of them has 400,000 plus miles on it, mine has 180k. All run like a clock
Wow that is some mileage! Amazing
So cool seeing Little Belt Cattle Co. making its way around the world. Love those folks, great beef!
I had a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser and it could deal with anything, but the bottom rusts! That's what killed mine. Make sure you get a coating sprayed underneath for protection if you go anywhere with snow
If you go back out, spend at least 3 days in each place! It's much less stressful.
I always plan trips with days to spare, so I can use those if I get sick, need some rest, or just find a place I really like and want to stay an extra day. I'm neurodivergent and can get super stressed and anxious and simple things can sometimes be exhausting. Having some wiggle room takes so much stress out of the trip for me. With a long and active trip I also leave enough spare days that I can recharge either at home or on a beach or something at the end. Life changer.
No worries at all ! Nothing stays the same and life is always a new adventure.
Super nice new ride. Classic. And obviously Vilk-Approved.❤
That was the #1 criterion 🤓
@@evazubeck 😄👍✌️❤️
You can highly likely 6:55 just remove that tape/cd player, and install some modern stereo there having storage for MP3 audio and usb sticks and whatever functions they offer, some of them have even displays to watch video or tv or such. Probably this is not the first thing in your to-do lists, but if you find right parts you probably will enjoy it a lot as you drive long distances.
You can get replacements to those fallen plastic trims from online easily, like from Ovoko or elsewhere.
Really solid choice for a car! These can run forever.
Going through automatic car washes should be avoided as they’re notorious for damaging plastic car panels. I had that happen last year with my Honda CRV, and was able to easily replace them but they weren’t cheap.
Is it a good choice?! Use a 21 years old automatic vessel .... At that age, I think the transmission system is no longer in good condition... there is even a risk of it coming looses (I have experienced it)... unless you completely replace the clutch system with a new one
Goodbye 👋🏼 our old Odyssey friend. So many UA-cam memories. 😊. Hello Air Con Toyca 😂, welcome 🙏.
It’s a nice clean looking car… and I like the color too… as people have said here… I would change all the fluids… so you know that they are new… and do regular maintenance with them.. and that should be good for you to start your new adventure… also enjoy the “ bistles “…😜
As a music fan… I have always kept all my music collection… all my old vinyl… and 💿 cd’s
too… it’s part of my library of music… and would never think of giving them away… so you can easily find cd’s they are not that hard to find… I would suggest if you don’t have one… getting a dual tape deck…( you can find one still… also)
That way you can make tapes from cd’s… or from music you have downloaded…. and you have multiple options for music on the road!
Good luck with your new wheels… and I’ll send a wish in a song… Neil Young’s “ Long May You Run “ … also congrats on your new home!
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you know how to pick cool cars.. you need a sticker on the back that I used to have on my VW "honk if anything falls off"
😂😂😂😂 that’s so funny
That piece that fell off underneath, can probably be left off. I had one on my pickup truck, and it's been off for years, with no ill effects, plus one thing less to take off if work is needed to be done under there!
Hahah this is the life #blessed
@@Powerstroke98 I believe that's the air deflector. It helps keep a lot of muck from getting blown up into the engine compartment.
It looks brilliant for its age❤️
Not sure if it's been mentioned but the middle row of seats can very easily be removed by removing 4 bolts and you have the whole floor behind the front seats that you can stretch out on. Obviously this only works if you don't need that seat installed and you aren't over 6ft'ish tall . They are easy to reinstall as well, just get a torque wrench if you don't have one, find the torque specs (around 127 foot pounds) and it will take you five mins to reinstall. Nice LC, congrats and good luck to you!
GFBISA: At last, a proper 4x4! Great choice, which you won't regret. But, as a Toyota owner of Land Crisers since their 80 Series, I strongly suggest that you take it to a Toyota trained outlet, and get them to give you a detailed, total back-to front report, which includes the suspension, pwoer train, electrics etc.
Change ALL the fuids and lubricants, but have them properly flushed to remove any sedament , residues etc. Keep a good record of the correct fluids and lubes for future reference. They CHANGE ALL the belts, hoses and the clamps that hold them in position, of the entire vehicle, even if they look OK! If you have some part which is either the left or right side of that system, that has broken or over-worn, always change BOTH, because it opposite side is not far off going! Change both 12 Volt batteries (In the engine compartment, if they are 3 years or older, regardless if they are functioning OK> By doing the preventative maintenance, you will never have battery-related problems! Check all bushes, CV joints etc, and if worn exchange them all for new ones.*Dangerous steering is not an option! Just do it.
If any more body panels feel a bit dodgy/loose, get the agents to remove them and replace all the clips that hold them in position. Check your braking system, discs, pads etc, and if they are worn more than 40%, change them for new ones. Flush your radiator and test it at a radiator workshop. A re-core is far cheaper than overheating and blowing your engine! It all sounds expensive, but until you know what is wrong (It's old, and there will be lots of little niggles etc, and some bigger ones, that will go eventually , if left. ) rather err on the side of caution and remember preventative maintenance is far cheaper than a breakdown where you don't need it!
Go to Front Runner, and talk to them before yoy decide what to do... They have pre-built solutions, which are cheaper, and quicker than trying to build them yourself. *You provide them with major advertising and marketing exposure, and this new vehicle will be just up their street. *I suggest that you put in as a standard fitment before any modifications, a twin 12 Volt auxilliary battery with it's onwn management system, as well as a built-in battery charger which can plug in, so you can use AC/DC power for your accessories etc. Ask Front Runner for a superlight, Roof-Top Tent suggestion. They can be easily removed, in your own garage at home, and left suspended until you need it again. The roof-top rails can bolt into the special accessory channels already ontop of the vehicle using 8 mm / M8 stainless bolts.
We have camped in sub-Saharan Africa since 1982, and always happy to help with suggestions.
Take care and be safe out there
Tim
I went from a Land Rover discovery 1 to a Land Cruiser 100 also. I’ll tell you what you do with that tape deck, you get a Bluetooth tape adapter. Gives you CarPlay off your phone super cheap without having to swap out equipment
Awesome!! Look forward to you being part of this new chapter. I’m glad you are putting ur comfort and well-being first by taking a break from full time travel.
Thank you! Excited for what lies ahead ❤
Yes, self-care is so important.
I can relate to air con and having a cd player. I was so happy my 2010 Mazda has a remote that locks the doors.
Toya is a adorable name.
2003 is vintage??!! I feel old
Lol. True! That's because we are from the 1900s.
😆 same here!!!
Yeahhh I am so happy for you, exciting plans and on top of a mountain sounds wonderful to me!! I do hope Toyota will be your main sponsor for your weekend outings one day ;-) I drive a 24 year old car myself which is easy in maintaining cause its not as complicated as newer cars. Wherever you go mechanics can do the older cars always, for as the new cars with all the electric & conveniences can be very costly to repair. Good luck sweet tough Eva, much love from The Netherlands and I am excited to see what you will be doing next.
You have now bought , in my opinion , the best car in the world.
This.
I like it because of its old school look.Take it from a guy who has old stuff! 😊
As the original owner of a now-23-year-old 4Runner, I can agree that even at 200k miles, those early-2000s Toyota trucks are still golden if they've been properly maintained. They were built to last.
the most reliable cars
Not the best car, but likely the best SUV/truck in the world. I know that's nit picky, but just sayin😊
Can't wait for the upcoming videos, I visited the polish side of tatra mountains 2 years ago and it's stunning there, loved it more than the slovak side . Greeting from your neighbour czech republic 😊
Let the Build Series begin! 😊👍🏾
You could just remove the rear seats completely and gain more room for storage and large platform.
Agreed. Did that with 3 VW vans over the last 55 years and it's worked for me. Build a flat bed base to fit and then custom drawers underneath with hidden storage spaces and cabinetry as needed in the floor and along the sides. Simple and it works. Add a Thule roof rack and storage box on the roof and it'll be almost as as roomy as your old rig. And much more comfortable and reliable.
Cool new 21yr old Toyota 4x4..I have a 2007 Tundra with 242K miles. You take care of them they last forever..almost. Will be watching what you are going to do with your build. Good luck.
Glad you're not selling the Land rover, it's like a member of the family. Todays prices for new vehicles are ridiculous.
Today prices on 20-30yrs old Defenders are even more crazy.
Was at Toyota dealership in US 80K for Toyota 4-runner !!😳 80K ridiculous
@@Kim-J312 Odyssey is easily at the same value level, good built 110 overlanders with opening roof are around 70-90k eur.
Yes I don’t think I could sell her just yet! Maybe ever 😂
@@evazubeckyou’ll be surprised how quickly you will turning back to Odyssey from the TLC.
Not any like the TLC would not be a great car, but you will realise pretty quickly how adorable a Defi is with all it’s clumsiness, and how soulless is the TLC.
(And you also will miss all the overlanding extra of Odyssey pretty much in the 10th minute of first camping). ;)
Great color... You can replace the radio with one with the USB connectors of various types with mounts for older cars. I don't know if Amazon has them, but a dealer should.
Well, Eva, I doubt you'll read this but if you are able to reach the age I am at 79, I hope you can say as I tell my friends, "I have accomplished all the things I wanted to do in my life up to now." I am plan on doing kind of like you. I have a mechanic working on a 15-year old Subaru Forester. When it is road worthy, after looking at plans for a sleeping place on youtube, I will buy the 1x4's and build a semi-permanent place to sleep with room underneath. I will then order from Amazon a flexible car-top carrier to pack a camp chair and extra clothing. My base is my current home/metal pole building. I, too, will camp one to 4 days at a time since I am a widower and don't need to hurry home. I find that I don't mind being alone either. When you are busy doing what you like to do, time goes by with no loneliness. I live in the foothills of the mountains that separate Idaho from Montana. You once stayed in Kamiah and I am 15 miles from there. Kamiah is on the river and I am at a higher elevation with more winter snow. You have your dog to keep you busy while camping and I play music on my mandolin, my ukulele, and my banjo ukulele. At the rate you are going you should be able someday when you are old, to say that you have done all you wanted to do. It is a satisfying feeling. I haven't traveled like you have, but I have seen a lot of the American West plus some of the fjords of Alaska and the Al-Can highway. I have really enjoyed your many videos. Thanks.
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I’m a Polish raised woman living in the US and love to travel in my Subaru with my kids, dog and a bunny! We have traveled for months at a time but I haven’t figure out the air conditioning situation of sleeping in the car the summer. That limits us where we can go because we live in GA and it’s hot!! But I absolutely love to go on small expeditions throughout the year to escape the commonality of life 😊
@@Mountain_Spirit It is supposed to get up to 104 degrees one day soon but then stay in the mid-nineties. But my elevation is 2800 feet and I'm surrounded by tall conifer trees and the climate in the western U.S. in the summer is a dry heat. By tomorrow I will have finished building my picnic/campground on my 11 acres. It is too hot to camp but I have a place to put my new tent in early September when, hopefully, it cools down. I decided not to camp semi-full time and instead just take one and sometimes two day trips. but I've been to most places in the American West. I had a stand-alone canopy where I sit in a zero-gravity camp chair and read or just look at the trees and watch the deer. Tonight while loading more stuff to take to the camp, I talked to 2 buck deer with big horns. They don't run from me, but a doe can make them run. Odd!.
You talked about you, your kids, a dog and a bunny. What kind of bunny and what kind of dog, and how old and the number of your kids. Did you forget to talk about your husband. You should tour in the American West. Looks like Eva has fun. I managed to e-mail her once and got a reply but she probably gets thousands of e-mails so I double I'll get any more e-mails. She spent a night in a town some 15 miles from me.
Love following your travels. We have had several 4X4 vehicles over the years and love to travel and camp all over the USA. We currently have a 2014 4Runner I have modified to Overland. We just purchased a offroad capable travel trailer and I installed solar and lithium so we can boondock. Will be retiring soon so we can travel longer than 3 weeks at a time. Having a home base will give you a bit of stability. Your Land Cruiser will be more comfortable for you and Vilk and they are surprisingly capable...Peace.
Toyotas lasts FOREVER! I can tell this car was the top of the line when she was made. Take good care of it, and you can literally drive a million miles on it. ❤❤❤
I still remember the vlog of you making the defender camping ready...love from my lovely India
Congratulation on your new yoda good choice
Рада, что смотрю твои видео. С любовью и восхищением из Бурятии. Удачи, маленькая и храбрая девочка
2:00 Looks like he's ready to honk the horn & yell at you that it's time to go.
nice choice!! i work for a 4x4 tours company and we have 4 k90 series land Cruisers. i do the maintenance and all repairs on them and one is already 573.000 kms and still runnnig fine. good luck with yours :)
A propper reliability upgrade from a Land Rover for sure. :D
I r been traveling full time for a little over two years and I already feel the feelings you have! So, I took a work camping job (paid to stay at a camp ground) for the summer with my new puppy! She will appreciate some stability I think lol
2:26 - Doggo was definitely not ready to let go of that car 😂😂
I admire your adventurous spirit. However, I'm happy that you will enter a new phase of your life. Traveling takes tremendous energy, and your body and spirit tell you when it's time for a rest.
Best wishes from the USA!
Omg Vilk sitting in the driver's seat at 1:17😂
Also, thereis a roof camper you can install or you have a trailer hitch there, you can drag a mini camper
LC100 was my dad's dreamed car.
Eva, your positive demeanor is so wonderful to witness; I smile along with you without even knowing I am. I wish you well on your future journey; can't wait to hear what you have planned. Always love seeing Vilk -how lucky is he to have you and u him.
Congratulations!! Maybe take out the back seats all together?
Very reliable and solid car. Mine never let me down in any 4wd situation. If you want to upgrade 4wd capability ARB have the best suspension and bullbar kits as well a great roof racks. The spare is a real pain to access - i would install a swing mount on the rear. Don’t know if yours is petrol or diesel but both are heavy drinkers. Carry extra or install another tank if you are venturing remote. Last suggestion is to replace the fallen off plastic cover with an aluminum bash plate.
I would remove the back seats to provide more room.
She's already removed the back seats, what you're seeing there is the middle row,
But Vilk is comfy back there!
I've built a folding platform in that same body style. Gives it some pull out drawers, and if needed a stable platform for a bed if you fold the seats down. My son loves riding around in it since I gave it to him.
👍Eva is happy, 🐕🦺Vilk is happy, I am happy for you🤣. Good choice with the Toyota. I am glad you had the opportunity to experience the US in your travels with Odyssey. Good luck with your new adventure wherever and whatever it may be. I'll be waiting patiently. Nice Montana T.🤔 Take care.🐕🦺 Hug to Vilk (super dog). 😎sunny n ca usa🌞
That side-eye from Vilk behind the steeringwheel, when you asked he has already his driverslicense 😂😂😂 i almost rolled out of my wheelchair from laughter
spouse and self bought an SUV with all wheel drive last year - it was a new car and it had some driver assistance electronics that we, as senior citizens, find useful - wishing you many safe journeys in your own vehicles - roy rogers and dale evans used to sing "happy trails to you" at the end of their tv show
MP3 adapter for tape decks are easy to find.
There are single deck touch screen players. Or she can get full face touch screen. so she can have car play and get her navigation in one place. Also she can have backup camera added .
MP3 adapter? It’s not 2004.
Loose part: Skid plate??? It seems a pretty light weight item so I guess it was just a panel to keep mud and gravel out of the drivetrain.
Have fun with your four wheels and air conditioning. When we got our six and a half foot pop-up truck camper, it was no longer “camping” for me. Given that I put a compressor refrigerator freezer in it; a water heater; a furnace; a 2000 watt generator; and an air conditioner, it was no longer camping, it was four wheels and air conditioning.
1:50 Btw - I have been traveling for 20 years non-stop now and I L-O-V-E the feeling being in a new place almost every day. I have learned early on my journey to proactively work on my mindset so that this fact does not stress me but fullfill me. It gives me this great feeling of freedom and living to the fullest! This "chronic stress" is only in your mind - you have been doing this long enough to know that you always find a solution. You might want to look into the Stoic - Cheers and Happy Travels!
This is so relatable (the need of a home base after long term travel). We feel the same way. But our blue landy stays ❤️
Eva, congratulations! I'm looking forward to the next phase of things you plan to do. One thing I've found that comes REALLY HANDY are the batteries in tool systems are being used in so many things now. I'm an avid camper, and I also standardized on Makita tools. I've purchased Makita's LED lantern, articulating light, flood light, oscillating fan, car vacuum, USB chargers Bluetooth speaker, air compressor, and air blower - all on their 18 V system. I have used every single one for outdoor adventures and clean up. Makita even has a battery powered microwave, coffee maker, and cooler with food warming unit. All geared for workmen out on their field.
I'm excited for you, this new phase that you are on!
You can put aircon on the Defender. Research the Defender's aircon for Odyssey's year, find a donor vehicle in a scrapyard, get the pieces (don't forget pulleys, belts, wiring looms, bolts & brackets) and install it. Then take it to an automotive air conditioning place and have them pressurise it. Not easy, but not all that hard - just remember to drill-out the plug in the bottom of the heater box so the condensate can drain out. And while you're at it, look for the nicest driver's bucket seat... 😉
For ideas on small campers, there are endless vid's on yootoob by Korean girls - Yoyo Camp is one, Rirang On Air (she's quite gung-ho, likes roughing it and occasionally sets herself on fire 😁 ), and several others who often camp in their cars, all of which are much smaller than Toyka. Good net-surfing!
Could and should usually dont go hand in hand !!! 😜
Part of that is where Eva is located... how many air-con Defenders were there in that part of the world? Betting not many because the climate isn't like being in, say, Texas. Shipping of the A/C system alone from USA would be crazy... Not disagreeing with you on how or why - but yeah, not an easy thing to find in some regions.
Search ministry of defender they sell a kit and I can’t remember the last time I saw a defender in the scrap yard
Congratulations on the new ride !!!! Wishing you every success in your new endeavor !!! Have fun and stay safe !
"Enchantée"? 😅
Love your Land Cruiser. It is a fitting choice for your for personality and life style, does not surprise you bought one. Happy Trails to you.
Finally got tired of repairing the least reliable camping vehicle.
how many old land rovers are on the road? loads
@@Emeraldabroad2771 it doesn't count if they're broken down on the side of the road :D
I mean, it has take her pretty much 1/2 way around the world.
@@Emeraldabroad2771 I wil help you a little bit if I may. There is a saying; If you want to travel the world by a car, take a Landrover, if you want to come back too than take a Toyota.
The denfender was a terrible choice, most of her 'content' was the thing breaking down. She's like calimaty Jane 😂
Congratulations Eva on the new (old) LandCruiser , can't wait to see what is coming up for you and the amazing Vilk, thanks for taking us along on your life journey, you will have to buy some cds and tapes, I'm in Tasmania and they always have them for sale at our charity shops, or as they are called down here op shops, good luck, take care, have fun.❤️🙏😌👏👏💃
Eva, 3 years back when you bought the Land Rover, we commented here that you made a wrong decision, that you should have gone for a Land Cruiser. 3 years later, you have now made the right decision. Toyota Land Cruiser, always.
My LC100 has bumpers and a drawer system from Fabryka 4x4 in Szczepańcowa. Very happy with the parts!
I've basically spent 2008 to now drifting from place to place. It's becoming a bit much now that I am in my mid 30s. The last year has been particularly difficult. My older dog is now ten and I think he is ready to settle down as well. A lot of what you say I can relate to. I am currently hunting a base of my own. Good luck Eva. Your vids are great.
6:54 It might be a Toyota thing. My Lexus is a 2007 (so 'only' 17 years old) and it too has a 6 CD player and a cassette player.