THE NEW TOW RIG !
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Here we go !! The new tow rig.. The wait is over, We reveal our new to rig.
Sorry to make you all wait but it's now over. Welcome to Black Angus, our 2024 Silverado 2500 HD.
This episode we share with you our new towering and also give some feed back on it after we have driven almost 4000 km already. Its been a small process but now we can "RIDE"
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Great to see well deserving, down to earth people like yourselves, who put in the hard yards each week to bring us your videos. Well done and enjoy! 👍
Thing is a spaceship...Absolute monster truck...Congrats....Thing of beauty....
Thanks so much, appreciate it!
I’m so jealous and happy for you guys I’m getting one at the end of the year. 🍻🍻🍻🍻🥂🥂🍸🤫
Congratulations guys good to see you saw the light and bought an American Ute,they are just amazing built for the job. We have had 6 land cruisers and switched 7 years ago for a Ram 2500 best vehicle we ever owned. Enjoy Wayne and Loretta
Congratulations on getting rid of the dinosaur and welcome to the 21st century! An absolute brilliant choice of vehicle. Looking forward to seeing all the enjoyment you will have with your new purchase!
Lovely tow rig. Enjoy the room and luxury. Happy travelling ahead.
Good choice guys. Many people go for the 1500 versions of the big 4 and end up regretting it. Yes, the 1500s do have a good towing capacity, but they suffer with restricted payloads once medìum to heavy vans are hooked up.
Thank you. We did the numbers and although we loved the 1500 we ended up with the 2500
A suspension hitch of some sort is the best thing you’ll do to stop that feeling when towing. We use an ozglide on our caravan with our 2500 and it absolutely changed the feel of the van.
OMG, so happy for you. A bit of luxury and comfort. It'll come second nature in no time.
Thanks so much Linda, appreciate it!
Congratulations guys what a beast, can’t wait to see the ram.
Very nice, it's big but very nice, good on you guys,
Towing as much as you guys do its a perfect choice and great choice for towing a large van safely
Thanks so much 😊
Well that's a bit exciting!!! Good choice! 🎉🎉
Thank you. We are very excited
Enjoy your new tow rig. Sue you'll be in Heaven after the TOJO seats. Looking forward to the awesome places you will take us with the new combo. Love your content it's never worried us what the tow rig or van is/was. Keep living the good life.
Congratulations on your purchase. Friends have one they are very happy with it.
Thank you. So far so good 😁
Awsome it's the only thing left that can tow a decent caravan and fitted out canopy. Great job now let's watch the build ❤ the comfortable ride cool and smooth.
Thank you so much. The build may take some time but we will get there slowly
Congratulations it’s a beautiful car. I am sure you will be very comfortable travelling around
Good choice for towing large vans. I agree with you sun roof is a waste of money, they add unnecessary top weight plus future rattles and water leaks, but that's the way they are produced.
Love your channel, it has inspired me to start my own as we are just starting our lap.
Congrats guys, well deserved, comfortable vehicle for your future adventures, looks great, will enjoy following along on your new travels
Thank so much Maggie 😊
Congratulations 👏. Very nice vehicle.
THanks Mark!
looks good Derrick and Sue. don't do suspension until you do your bar and canopy otherwise you will need to do it again.
Sensible advice
Thats not entirely true. We’re building our third Silverado right now. If you take into consideration the weight of what’s going on, it doesn’t matter if you do it before or after. Lift, tyres and suspension is part 1 of the build 👍🏼
@AussieDestinationsUnknown you're both correct. But we all know how plans change, IE : you may decide on a heavier boat and/or motor, and/or fridge(s) etc etc. You can make an initial guess sure, but you risk under gunning it, or overcooking it and suffering an unnecessarily harsher ride. Much better to wait to get a closer fit IMHO.
I have a GMC Sierra 2500 HD Denali, same running gear as the Chevies but with the factory offroad suspension pack upgrade, and I don't understand why a vehicle that is designed for heavy hauling way beyond what we are allowed here in the nanny country should even need such expensive suspension upgrades.
You both look like all your Christmas’ have come at once. So pleased for you both. It looks like we’re going that way from a PX3 xlt. Awesome. Looks good with the zone too. Travel safe.
Thank you very much 😊
You deserve it ❤
Such a big rig for such a small dog. Exlent fellas..
🍾🥂🎉Congratulations guys 👏👏looks beautiful I’m sure your bottoms and backs will enjoy the comfort 😂love your honesty guys ❤enjoy 🍻🍻🍻🍻💕💕💕💕💕
Thanks Steph, my bottom and back is very happy 😂😂😂
Ive just started to watch...cant wait and not fast forwarding ..and there is the Steak....Black Angus....
Thanks for the support and can't wait to share our future adventures
Congratulations! Awesome setup and comfortable for all of you. Should keep you travelling and exploring for some wonderful years ahead 😊
Thanks so much guys 😊
Me thinks a smaller van might have been the go but you did all the homework your happy that’s all that matters cheers guys safe travels ….
Thanks so much guys. Yes a smaller van wouldn't require the tow capacity so still totally doable with a smaller vehicle.
Congratulations you look so happy
Thank you 😊
WOW! CLASSIC GUYS. Congratulations
Thanks so mich Donna 😊
Wow what a beast congratulations 😊😊
Thank you 🙏
Congrats. Welcome to the club. We tow our zone with a 2500hd and love it. Always feel safe and relaxed. Good decision but watch how much gvm you have on a nb1 licence.
It’s the rear axle weight you need to keep an eye on. All the other numbers are good.
What does nb 1 licence mean and nb2 ?
Absolutely love the Chevy. Very nice… congrats 🥂 guys. Soooooo well deserved awesome setup Truck & Van 🙌
Disappointed that you didn't take it to a Levy to show us the car with a Glass of Whiskey and Rye too!! Great vehicle to tow with. The engine outputs are out of this world. Interior space to burn. Somewhere for Derek to sleep when he's in the doghouse.
I hope you read the owners Facebook reviews of these, terrible warranty, service & parts. Then terrible resale to add to it. Anyway good luck guys and please provide honest reviews on all of it, don’t pick and choose like some. purpose built to tow, can’t even handle 320 on the ball
This has been taken into consideration and I'm sure its not the only make of vehicle on Facebook etc that have problems. I'm not sure what you mean about "can't handle 320 on the ball"
@@justvanningitevery vehicle has it’s critics. Nice truck👍
I still believe that towing a lighter van that can use a more common in Aus vehicle, that costs half the price of these in up front costs makes more sense to me.
But you have been around and you want to tow one of the heaviest vans out there, hope you are very happy and all works well for you.
Thanks so much, yes absolutely doable with smaller van and less costly set-up. We often chat about the different set ups we have had and loved them all. As long as you are travelling amd out there experiencing this awesome country, then doesn't really matter the set up.
Weight for every van tower is an issue if you go over 20ft and have 3500 limit. Living in a shoe box 19ft van is just such a bad idea when constantly lapping aus. Also having to use scales for every item added to a van gets tired, I am there with a family van. It totally sucks, this way headroom to spare exists. Go over the limit, no insurance and jail if someone dies in an accident. Or buy a US 2500 plus truck and the problem disappears.
Like you to try Billy Goats Bluff track in the Chev like you did with the Cruiser.
The Chev will definitely have less 4wd ability.
Maybe more sealed roads in the future? That’s ok too.
@@ntknow argh - such a common misconception- these trucks are INSANE off road! Sure you don’t fit down super tight tracks but they do a damn good job of doing what they’re designed to do. We’ve been touring full time for 4 years and spend most of our time off road 🤷🏼♀️
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown As I said in my comment. Please do Billy Goats Bluff track like Just Vanning It’s Cruiser did, please
3 year or 100000km warranty is pretty poor when ya paying $180k let's all American utes down . And not a fan of the rear suspension of the chev that where the ram beats it
Very nice. Enjoy the new car.
Thank you
Congratulations on your new car
Thank you
Congratulations very nice vehicle.
Thanks 😊
Well thats a bit bigger than the Suzuki Jimminy congrats guys another tinny coming up soon
Lovely looking car. Congrats
Looks great guys, congrats 👏
Thank you 😊
Well done guys 👌 we are getting ours in a couple of months 🙌
That's super exciting! Congrats!
@@suelandolt6840 thank you 🙏 but this is about you guys, my beautiful partner and I , love the vids and laughs 😊 keep em coming!
Real nice 👌 enjoy it and look forward to seeing how the chev evolves 😎
Thank you
What a surprise a Chevy haha
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Congratulations Sue, Derrick & Bobby 🙌 I was right, picked it. We are on the fence. Have a 300 Cruiser and we absolutely love our car but that extra $35K ahhhhh…. We shall see. You look so happy 😁!! Ohh forgot to ask, how do you feel about parts when travelling, that’s what worries me. Toyota is everywhere & also you need to 23l of ad blue into approx 3000km.
what do you know.. i guess my comment yesterday was correct... i could tell in your voice. Congrats.
😂 thanks so much
Here come the issues. All the best though
So glad you got this tow rig. We are looking at the same so we will be following you to see what we need to do. Glad to see a down to earth couple doing this.... unlike the other lot
Congratulations, we also had to move from the 79 series, very sad to part with her, but the GMC, has been set up well and we are off in June. Hope to share a cuppa with you out on the road in the near future. We can pass on some advice on all your wish list of extras lol😊. Cheers carolyn and Stephen
Yes totally understand, it's tough selling a 79! Congrats on your GMC, would be great to catch up on the road 😊
Air master hitch or gen y hitch is the go it’s not the shocks causing it it’s the Ute thing that causes it cheers
Thank you for the advise
Congrats guy's if your ever near Mount Gambier in south Australia drop in to our hotel tantanoola tiger hotel. Free camping across the road 😊
Congratulations good choice, I will be interested to know how you find the colour given you like a clean car , minor issue 😊
Thank you. The black has started to get to me already 😂
I guess you guys will be going to less off road places now……?
Will still be doing off road, won't be able to do things like Billy Goat Bluff will def be going off road.
Great choice and its only made me even more jealous of your life. Most important question is, whats its name??
Congratulations on your new rig!! Look forward to seeing what it’s capable of 😉 We’ve also had a 76 series, 79 series, 200 series and now a RAM 2500. We’re talking chalk and cheese with the 200 series and RAM 2500 towing the same van, wouldn’t know it’s behind now and the comfort is next level too. Sue I find the RAM not hard to park at all, I’m sure you’ll be fine if you build up confidence to just do it.
Thank you so much. We have worked out the parking now 😂
On the money. When you look at towing a decent load the US trucks are really the only option besides maybe the tundra. But if you want that big diesel torque then ram chev or Ford are all that's around. I get why you went chev, totally thinking of that option myself. Funny how you have to pay tribute to the die hard Toyota fan boys. Anything not rated from the factory in my opinion is a compromise as chops and tunes etc void warranty. Now you are starting from a torque and load rating that no cruiser even comes close to. Man that dash looks nice. The other things like comfort, quietness and effortless towing make this US truck solution to AU towing a no brainer. Butchering a 200 or 300 just does not make sense. Well done and happy safe travels from SA. Hope to see you on wauraltee again next summer.
Wow! Congratulations on your new ride. Talk about travelling in stye and comfort. Enjoy it. It won’t take long to get used to all the tech. Looking forward to your trip through the High Country. Those heated seats will be a bonus and your heater in the van will get a workout for sure. Enjoy your week.
So excited for you, creature comforts are so good, Congratulations
Thanks guys, we are loving it! 😊
Stunning truck onwards and upwards, well done to you both.
Well done guys glad you went chev, I wouldn't recommend going back to that dealership for services or repairs if you do take your blood pressure pills.
Thanks Graham, good to know 👍
Nice, but it's going to be a while till we see a boat!! Just hope us little guys can still watch on and enjoy your stories!!!👍
You looked so happy when you pulled up at the Fitzroy River Camping Ground even when I said I love your RAM
A HUGE Congratulations on your new vehicle! I guessed you’d get an American vehicle. It has all the bells and whistles so why not. 🎉👏🎊🌞😎
ThanK YOU
Congratulations on the new rig....... She looks amazing. Can't wait to see where you take her...
Hi Bob and Sue. Congrats on your new machine. A great decision.
Martine and I have just upgraded from a 16ft van to a Zone Sojourne and are looking for a suitable 4000kg tow capacity vehicle. My home work on weights is doing my head in.
One or the three USA trucks initially appear the way to go with 4500kg tow on the Nb1 car licence rules. But the needle in the haystack is their limited load carry capacity of around 900kg tare weight . But in reality when you add a few of the bare necessities eg bull bar, tow hitch, passengers, full diesel tank, caravan tow ball down load, tools and so on the kgs are gone. Zip left.
I don't know how anybody with a canopy or service body gets away with it. I suppose they go down the rabbit hole with an Nb2 rating and all requirements attached.
So my thoughts are possibly a lightweight canopy from the NZ manufacturer "ute Master" the Centution and leave loading the ute tray to a minimum. Dust ingress in Ute's is also a big problem.
So if I kept loading the ute to a minimum and maxed out the Zones 4000kg ability I could get away with no gvm changes.
All suggestions openly taken and again congrats. Cheers Frank.
Congrats Guys,we understand the change from the Cruiser as we have one
Congratulations Derrick and Sue, love your content looking forward to more of your travels.. Enjoy! 😊
Congratulations, we have a Rebel Ram coming from a Toyota 79 series , I agree can’t beat the comfort and towing ability, enjoy
Thanks so much, yes it is a very different level of comfort
I knew it, you do realise ADU is now gonna try and talk i into some massive mods 😂😂😂
Why do you think they’re in a Chevy? 😆😆😆
😂😂 love your work Chris
Nice as long as Bob is happy😂
💯 he loves it!
Couldn't agree more
Happy Bob Mum Day, Sue! And great decision guys, so happy for you all 🙂
Thanks so much! 😊
Seriously, either caravan manufacturers need to look at making vans lighter or consumers need to buy based on weight to stop vans from getting heavier as time goes on.
Adding a GenY articulated hitch or an Airsafe Hitch (we use that one) will stop the porpoising altogether… not being rigid, airbag ride is less stress on your caravan A-Frame….welcome to the club
Awsum new tow rig. Fully understand why you need to be able to carry more weight. Having a tow rig that has plenty of pulling power makes travelling so much easier & stress reducing. Cheers
I have a question fr you, would you do billy goats in it?
I provably wouldn't because of the length of the vehicle. That's something we had to consider when choosing a new vehicle that it would limit the 4x4 tracks we could do. But we will definitely still take her off road and see what we can do.
Congratulations my friends, a really great choice . This vehicle will see you through many years of exploring and with lots of good wishes- many many fantastic memories. Stay safe, drive free.
Tha ks so much, so lovely to see your message pop up. Hope all is well 😊
I knew it!!! I called this months ago lol. Well done guys, looks mint 👌
Thank you! 😊
The 2500 is a beast. You won’t be disappointed.
Thank you
Congratulations we are very happy for you both . Nice rig 🙂🖐️
Great news. Hoping you have many many happy travels and memories wit it, but one question
what was the main reason for Chev over Ram.
Good Luck
Look forward to watching future episodes
WELCOME to the CHEV Family
Thank you
Welcome to the 2500 club, a fitting device for your Zone.
Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 🥳 ! Looking forward to your next adventures.
Boom hell yeah! 1st view 😂
Ahah yeah! Thanks so much!
Congratulations, how exciting for you both. Well done guys. I've been dreaming of getting a van, and it's finally happening (Jayco Swift Outback), just need to confirm delivery.... so I totally understand how excited you both are.... Congratulations again..
That is super exciting! Congratulations on the new van 😊
look at gale banks ram air improvement for breathing and cooling.
the iDash for telemetrics
Massive congratulations on the new vehicle!
Plenty of room in the back seat too 😉
Love love your new Chevy Ute 🛻👏🦘👏🦘👏 you both deserve it 👏👏👏👏 congratulations .You are going to have meany Adventures with this truck It’s so nice to see the excitement on your faces.🌈🏖️⛺️🍷🍷
Thank you so much
You wasted so much money on doing stuff to the cruiser recently and don’t wast your money on rims be smart sort suspension and lift if you are doing it do it all at once with spare to be able to cope for bullbar in the future and canopy weight! You don’t need more than 2 inches of lift for what you do and where you go
Congrats guys! Welcome to the bow tie club 🤗 So glad the cat’s finally out of the bag! We’ve had to bite our tongue for so long 😆 You’ve made the right decision - these are the best tow rigs on the market when it comes to safety, capability and comfort. We’re on the road every day towing our homes behind us and safety is definitely number one. Love you guys to bits and we’re so excited for you!
Thank you team 🙌🏻
Really, that sounds very snobby !
I am blown away.... I was convinced you were going to go 300 🤯
Sadly not 😊
Planning on moving to USA?
Hope you have great roadside assist 😅😅😅
😂 oh dear will have to check it's updated!
Congratulations guys on the new rig. Looking good..🤙
I would like you to try Billy Goats Bluff track in the Chev like you did with the Cruiser.
The Chev will definitely have less 4wd ability.
Maybe more sealed roads in the future? That’s ok too.
nb1 736kg ,need nb2 otherwise payload is 2people and ball weight.
I just looked that up myself, 100kg of payload after 2 people and the caravan hitched, I'm guessing first step is a 5500kg GVM upgrade
Congratulations, you both look stoked, like 2 kids in a candy store. Great car. Just have fun, enjoy yourselves and can not wait to see the new adventures and memories you make in the Chevy 👍
Thank you so much for the message! Hope you have a great weekend! 😊
Hopefully with everyone buying yanky duel cabs now Toyota might drop their prices 🙏
That is a good way to look at it 😂
Dreaming, the yank stuff wouldn’t itch Toyotas arse
Congratulations, i guessed it, a chevy.