Taming the OUTBACK - Australia’s Varied Landscape!

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  • Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
  • Join this intrepid group from the Wanneroo Wanderers 4WD Club as they venture off the beaten track and tour Western Australia’s Outback. Within 24 hours of leaving their home destination, Perth, they witness absolute disaster as they are first on scene to what could have been a catastrophic accident which luckily, did not end with death or serious injury. From there they discover old ruins, sodden Outback tracks, isolated Squatters shacks, mechanical failures and several punctured tyres which threatened the outcome for all those concerned.
    Grab ya gear; Lets go!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 259

  • @MavRikBMW
    @MavRikBMW Рік тому +7

    Steve - Your channel is absolutely my favorite channel on UA-cam! From your moto-adventures with the GS (and your other bikes) to your 4 wheeled-drive adventures, you're dedication to publishing great content is above and beyond! You are dedicated to publishing quality videos that are informative as well as entertaining. What a great video this one is - truly intriguing and interesting every step of the journey with all the electrical and tire issues not withstanding! Keep them coming mate! 😊👍

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +3

      Hi Rick, I'm humbled by your comments....but also very chuffed that you enjoy the Channel content so much. Thanks for your continued support over the years and thanks for watching.😀

    • @MavRikBMW
      @MavRikBMW Рік тому +2

      @@mongreldogproductions Thank you Steve! Excellent work you accomplish each and every time!

    • @tyzon00800
      @tyzon00800 Рік тому

      Here we go again

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      @@tyzon00800 what does this comment mean???

  • @peterscoles1063
    @peterscoles1063 Рік тому +49

    Another great video Steve thanks. As an ex Truckie for over 40 years I can tell you that whole incident could have been avoided if the truck had backed off and let that van in. He had view of what was coming (bikes) and would have seen the peanut trying to over take him. Lucky there were no deaths.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +23

      I've driven trucks...couldnt agree more. The Van driver could have made different decisions...the truck driver also. It could have been a completely different outcome. Thanks for watching.

    • @nothinyaseehere9449
      @nothinyaseehere9449 Рік тому +4

      Everyone’s got a point to prove and no consideration for others these days.. it’s a crazy world we live in.. stay safe guys.

    • @phillipdean9879
      @phillipdean9879 Рік тому +1

      Great video steve, interesting country we have hey! That crash coulda been a whole lot worse. Very lucky people.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      @@phillipdean9879 Very lucky indeed...

    • @MrJDoe
      @MrJDoe Рік тому

      Quite right...but the pest with the van can't expect people to compensate for their stupidity.

  • @Antony_Jenner
    @Antony_Jenner Рік тому +2

    With all this talk of tyres, here in SA there are big signs stating that you need 2 spares for any outback travel. One point to make it doesn't matter if your rim size is 16 or 17 etc as long as the overall tyre size is the same ie: diameter. I run 33" muddies on 16" rims and my spares are 33" on 15" rims. By no means I'm saying one should do what I do. All I'm saying is that as long as your tyre diameter is the same it won't effect the diffs. Love ya work Steve!

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Tyres and rims...I know and you know but a lot of people wouldn't have a clue (no disrespect intended). The 16 inch (and the 17 inch we found) were nowhere near the tyre diameter fitted to the vehicles...completely different Profiles. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Thanks for watching.😀

  • @mazdar100
    @mazdar100 Рік тому +10

    The emotions I feel watching this are just so high. I love it. The possibilities. Travelled a lot several years ago and just want to get back out there. You’re a legend mate and I love the way you make your vids.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      Hi catch-22, thanks for the kudos...glad you enjoy the Channel content.

    • @hollandp9606
      @hollandp9606 Рік тому +1

      I like the longer movies. Really great to enjoy. Thanks as ever..

  • @davidnelson4707
    @davidnelson4707 Рік тому +2

    i was a passenger in a car that was towing a large caravan and the van was clipped on the rear by a car coming the other way. we rolled 4 times . never again will i be in a car towing a caravan. caravans are just too unstable . great video ,keep up the good work . can’t wait to see a video of tasmania

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      Damn, what a ride! Glad you liked the vid…hope it didn’t trigger any flash backs.

    • @davidnelson4707
      @davidnelson4707 Рік тому +1

      @@mongreldogproductions yes it was a flash back unfortunately . i felt so sorry for that bikie . great video , i used to be sand groper and know that area ,well used to fly in that area .loved the country and people .

  • @grahambkk
    @grahambkk Рік тому +5

    Another great video Steve, thanks for all the work that you put in to show us these adventures. And have to comment on the cemetery grave inscription... Top yourself with gelignite, now there is a flair for style... going out with a bang!

  • @jf7243
    @jf7243 Рік тому +1

    As other have commented, the caravaner was inexperienced, impatient and uneducated, and the truckie a nob for failing to back off when he had clear vision ahead and behind. Those Harley riders needed clean undies after that! Bloody lucky nobody was killed. I've done all three of these roles driving and you see some crazy stuff.

  • @paulholubecki6386
    @paulholubecki6386 Рік тому +1

    All the different setups are fantastic.

  • @MrEtnorb
    @MrEtnorb Рік тому +9

    Can you imagine this activity happening in 50 years time with 4WD EV's? Unless there is a miraculous development in battery technology, this will be a fond memory.

    • @Trevor7727
      @Trevor7727 Рік тому +3

      They will need an additional four-wheel-drive to tow the diesel generator

    • @Fanta....
      @Fanta.... Рік тому +4

      technology stops for nobody. it will happen sooner than we all think. case in point: hard drives used to be absolutely tiny capacities and take up a full pallet in volume. now you can get literally millions of times the capacity in a tiny microsd. I just wish we had kept with electric vehicles when they were invented in the 1900's, we would probably have thousands of km of range by now if we had avoided combustion engines and worked on battery tech instead for the last 100 years. oh well

  • @kinglear4859
    @kinglear4859 Рік тому +1

    Another great video Steve. Those two riders had their guardian angels riding pillion. As summer is fasting approaching, I can’t wait to get on my R1200GS and hit the Rockies. Western Australia is on my bucket list. Perhaps after I retire in a few years. Cheers mate.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      Hi KL, isn’t it great that we have something to look forward to…nearing Winter here but we are usually still able to get out for local rides. Winter is Desert Riding season here in Oz so an Outback trip is on the cards. Watch this space.
      😀

  • @richardulrich6089
    @richardulrich6089 Рік тому +4

    Great video, sound track and drone photography. It shows the awesomeness of the Australian outback, and in this case, WA's.

  • @AfricaTwin-Stuff
    @AfricaTwin-Stuff Рік тому +2

    Enjoyed the journey.
    Really appreciate the huge effort you put into making these vids.

  • @rangerover.1971
    @rangerover.1971 Рік тому +1

    Another great video Steve. Thanks for taking us along for the ride. the highlight for me was "I like to take one shower a week. Whether I need to or not." You had me in stitches. Safe travels Sir. See you on the other side.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hahaha…glad you enjoyed the journey. Just as well we don’t have ‘Smellervision’. Thanks for watching.

  • @WeirdOneOz
    @WeirdOneOz Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your experience with us and taking us to some places that we may never get to.

  • @billivory8582
    @billivory8582 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Steve. Another great video story. If you keep this standard up, us viewers are going to expect perfection!. I felt for those poor guys on bikes watching that bloody caravan bearing down on them.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      Hi Bill, I was happy with the final product. It's hard to get footage without interrupting the 'flow' of the journey....race ahead, set up camera, pull camera down, catch up, rinse and repeat. The Club members enjoy watching themselves once it hits UA-cam and its good publicity for the Club. Thanks for watching.

  • @bill9117
    @bill9117 Рік тому +3

    Really enjoyed watching this adventure Steve, Well done

  • @Skybaby812
    @Skybaby812 11 місяців тому

    Holy cow those riders were bloody lucky! That could have been horrific for so many, including you. Keep taking care out there on those roads and in the dirt Steve ;-)

  • @aw1012007
    @aw1012007 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for another great video Steve. I always enjoy your content. I was thinking about getting a caravan. Might reconsider now and just get a tent or swag.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hahaha...get a small caravan (good compromise). Thanks for the positive feedback.😀

  • @the_dingo_show
    @the_dingo_show Рік тому +2

    Inspirational club mate, what a great variety along the way. I'm slowly getting an old 80's Nissan shorty back on the road so me & the dog can go explore. Thanks for the motivation, long projects take some sticking with at times.

  • @paulquinn1113
    @paulquinn1113 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant Video Steve, watching from a warm UK, looked like our normal weather on the coast. Keep up the great work!!

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi Paul, glad you enjoyed the vid. The weather changed quickly. Not pleasant. 🥶

  • @MrWansty
    @MrWansty Рік тому +3

    jeez those bikers were so lucky ! another great vid looks like you guys had alot of fun despite the odd blowout

  • @MikMech
    @MikMech Рік тому +3

    7:00 I think 'Tez the Truckie' uploaded this as well.
    What a mess.

  • @MaureenHurrlein
    @MaureenHurrlein Рік тому

    Excellent video, Thanks Steve

  • @davidricketts6985
    @davidricketts6985 Рік тому +3

    Good viewing as usual.. thanks Steve. That bloke on the Harley and his mate were bloody lucky!

  • @russellbanfield1704
    @russellbanfield1704 Рік тому

    Thanks Steve, we can always count on you for interesting content.

  • @stuartkcalvin
    @stuartkcalvin Рік тому

    Great piece Steve, thanks.

  • @patriciapitt4228
    @patriciapitt4228 Рік тому

    Hi Thanks very much for the trip, in my Arm chair, Cheers, all the best for the rest ***...

  • @ianbrowne9304
    @ianbrowne9304 Рік тому +1

    Good one mate, lots to take notice of for safer way out there outback traveling .
    37:28 wheel nuts --- now that's was clever bush thinking mate 👋👋

  • @richardharker2775
    @richardharker2775 Рік тому +1

    Aus is so vast it so hard for the uninitiated to comprehend. You can travel for hours with little to see then beautiful vistas, chasms, gorges, waterholes and bygone history are all around you.

  • @stevemackaway
    @stevemackaway Рік тому

    Thanks Steve, love your work. Knowing you now from both sides of the fence I can say what you see is what get.

  • @julianjordan789
    @julianjordan789 6 місяців тому

    Luv It Steve, always enjoy your videos. Thanks again.

  • @robosborne6514
    @robosborne6514 Рік тому +1

    What an excellent adventure & get to see some of the best country in the world.

  • @justgjt
    @justgjt Рік тому

    Thanks Steve. You certainly rack up the clicks on your meanderings. Great accompanying sound track with your aerial footage. Looking good Chief. Bravo Zulu !

  • @janetcurly351
    @janetcurly351 Рік тому

    Great video again, thanks Steve. We were down at Munglinup at Easter and camped about a km along the beach from where the conveyor belt was. Beautiful sundowner in the deckchairs with no idea the storm that was heading our way. No matter, still better than sitting behind a desk! Glad everyone in your group got home safely. Cheers.

  • @bruceparr1678
    @bruceparr1678 Рік тому +1

    I was reading a book by Len Beadell a few years ago. I remember he spent a few hour at the end of each day pulling tyres off rims and repairing them.

  • @robkeith1776
    @robkeith1776 Рік тому

    Well done Steve. Another enjoyable, and exciting, adventure.
    Some serious lessons to be learnt concerning wheels, tyres and spares.
    Keep up the great work. I always enjoy your adventures.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi ‘rk, thanks for the positive comments…glad you enjoyed the journey.

  • @brianpike2817
    @brianpike2817 Рік тому

    Great trip Steve I'm a big fan of all your motor cycle blogs , this trip was just as enjoyable

  • @niahvail8506
    @niahvail8506 Рік тому

    Cheers Steve 🤙another amazing adventure love your stuff and appreciate all your adventures, glad yourself and group and also bloke on motorbike wasn’t injured in crash 🙏

  • @Hazzy238
    @Hazzy238 Рік тому +1

    I was surprised at the tiny wheel brace and jack used to remove that piece of blue metal .Total lack of preparation for going bush?

  • @ricmoffet6843
    @ricmoffet6843 Рік тому +1

    Like always I love your vids, I wish I could still afford to 4wd in the outback, but the missus and I, are going back to ADV - trail bike( , the bike I have picked is an Himalayan, because, it looks like the trailbikes of yesteryear, and is so rudimentary, that a child could fix it, nothing like the upmarket complicated things you can buy today) riding, it is a damn sight cheaper. Just a little bike under 500cc, for sedate dirt road trips, like we did back in the 70-80's, same size bike that we used on a round OZ trip over 12 months 2up, may even do it again.

  • @gregbolitho9775
    @gregbolitho9775 Рік тому

    Nice job, liked most of the drivin shoes I saw. Although there was one or 2 with open toed shoes. Thats the good bit of travellin with a few vehicles, theres always a work around. Makes me wanna move to W.A. Bit dusty but. Then it turned a bit muddy, nice work thanks m8 good stuff.

  • @mongolike513
    @mongolike513 Рік тому

    That country ! Beautiful beyond belief. Thanks for the adventure and the aerials. Heard there has been a way lot of rain this year to trap the flatlanders?

  • @jmsask
    @jmsask Рік тому +1

    Very fun episode Steve. Adventure doesn’t mean only two wheels 🍻

  • @timschutz2475
    @timschutz2475 Рік тому

    thanks for sharing steve stay alive cheers tim

  • @bryckrobin4448
    @bryckrobin4448 Рік тому

    I really look forward to your videos Steve , varied , great footage and just enjoyable
    Good on ya mate

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi BR, glad you enjoy the varied content...gotta keep mixin' it up. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

  • @stanstevens3783
    @stanstevens3783 Рік тому +2

    Bikies did a good job at pulling up

  • @danielpountney8259
    @danielpountney8259 Рік тому

    Another great video Steve, thanks for sharing the trip!

  • @RickRolling-tc7vb
    @RickRolling-tc7vb Рік тому

    Fascinating stuff, thanks for sharing your adventures. The mud North of Kalgoorlie on the road to that tin pub (Bandora?) used to be very tricky and greasy when it was wet, so I was a bit concerned when you hit wet weather. All good though. You're not the first to bail from the South coast in winter either, no shame in that because it's a miserable place to be when you're tired and ready to sleep in your own bed again.

  • @ClissaT
    @ClissaT Рік тому

    What a great trip. And a great club too.
    I was intrigued by the conditions on this drive. It seems that for the most part, it was 2wd even if some parts were a bit close. We all like taking the big rig but if must then a subaru might cut the mustard! I say that because there are a few 2wd cars and utes that get around Rainbow Beach on the beach and amaze the crap out of the general 4wd population who visit. People don't seem to realise that a light 2wd can go most places. It's just that the 4bie can carry the big load of sleeping gear and fishing tack etc, etc and plough through. But a well set up 2wd can pretty much go most places if driven carefully.
    One thing to note is that these days with bigger wheel rims and lift kits being run on many rigs, the ruts are far deeper and that often prevents the little 2wd from going places. I did notice that had happened in some places where those ahead of you had created deeper ruts. I was a bit dumbstruck when you said at the end that you were the last one up off the beach, but no one waited for you which I thought was a bit rude.
    I never use 4wd on my landcruiser unless I have to and I don't often really have to. I use it on Fraser and in dry sand. I try not to drive in deep mud now that my military days are well past! But one day I would like to test the Subie and just see if it can do some parts although maybe not on Fraser! I think that is pushing it a bit!

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      We find conventional 2WD's in the most remote parts of this wide brown land. The first thought is 'what were they thinkin'? but then you realize it must have taken some skill to get there in the first place lol. As far as the beach is concerned, they couldn't pull up any earlier with safety. They weren't gunnna leave me behind. Thanks for watching.

  • @grahametavener6792
    @grahametavener6792 Рік тому

    Thanks Steve for another excellent video . Looks like you were travelling pretty light. Would be great if you could talk us through your set up and why you have made the choices you have. Great CDF with the wheel nuts- well done! That transfer of knowledge will undoubtably save someone else down the track. Travel safely and keep up the great work. Cheers

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      'Would be great if you could talk us through your set up and why you have made the choices you have'. The choices I've made? Quite simple really. Why bring 10 sets of recovery gear, 10 sets of Max Tracs, 10 BBQ Plates, 10 duplicates of the same thing. I bring what I consider to be the essentials on a trip like this without being a burden on the others. I know if I get stuck, there is enough gear within the group to pull me out. Don't get me wrong, I still have the basics (Snatch Strap, Tools, Wheel changing gear, D Shackles, Tow Ropes, chains, compressor, a second spare, spare fuel and water blah, blah, blah). If I was on my own or in a smaller group i would make some changes. Glad you enjoyed the vid...thanks for watching.

  • @ronbirchard5262
    @ronbirchard5262 Рік тому

    nice vid. thank you for sharing it with everyone. happy travels be safe

  • @ghostrider9978
    @ghostrider9978 Рік тому

    Nearly 90 k in views ,, must be doing something right mate . Always enjoy and appreciate your efforts. Thanks for sharing again.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +2

      Hi GR, not sure why did Vid did so well…maybe the Thumbnail pricked their interest. What attracted you to click on the Link (Market Research Survey…😂😂😂).
      Thanks for watching.

    • @ilaser4064
      @ilaser4064 Рік тому

      @@mongreldogproductions I watch all your vids but sure the thumbnail peaked the interests. I'm sure there'll be plenty that stick around after. You make great content that really captures the traveling bug.

  • @dynamadnessadventures205
    @dynamadnessadventures205 Рік тому

    Another great video Steve. The bloke towing the caravan what the hell was thinking unbelievable. and if I was those 2 bikers I would buy a quick pick they were very lucky. Ride safe

  • @duncanm6589
    @duncanm6589 Рік тому

    Another great trip video Steve and commentary. At least with the caravan fully opened and spread about it wouldn’t have taken the driver long to find a new pair of jocks, I bet he would have needed them after that. Lucky there were no fatalities let alone the poor guys on the bikes, they probably also needed new jocks. Bit surprised the spare was just a road tyre, but as you said looks like few people have learnt a bit from the group for their next trip.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      I think the previous owner must have been all about the ‘image’ and not the practicalities of 4WDriving. All the gear; no idea. 😊

  • @markmakinson1423
    @markmakinson1423 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed that one Steve. That is my type of exploring. 👍👍👍👍

  • @isnoo1
    @isnoo1 Рік тому +1

    I was camping out there - Yellowdine - just before Easter - an AMAZING area

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +3

      The whole Goldfields is an amazing area to camp…never had a bush camp I didn’t like.
      😊

    • @isnoo1
      @isnoo1 Рік тому +1

      @@mongreldogproductions Yes it is and so was much f the area you traveled through. I have been to a lot of those areas over the years and I THANK YOU for taking me along on this trip of yours. Sooo many wonderful memories of years gone by and also places I have not seen!! Looking forward to the next adventure.

  • @robertfantasticsinginggreatson
    @robertfantasticsinginggreatson 9 місяців тому

    That was a fantastic video really enjoyed it thank you

  • @darrenmckenna9115
    @darrenmckenna9115 Рік тому

    As a truckie in the Goldfeilds I see some stupid stuff all the time.
    Keep up the great work Steve.

  • @jamesgeorge3900
    @jamesgeorge3900 Рік тому

    Great vid mate. Just about impossible to do a trip outback and have no issues. Preparedness is key to having a great trip. You must know your vehicle from top to bottom, that odd tyre and wheel is bizarre. Not the place to find that out. Luckily you were in a group to sort it out. Confirms the need to carry 2 spares out there. 👍

  • @michaeldallimore8590
    @michaeldallimore8590 Рік тому

    Another great adventure, thanks for the video. There are so many remote area options in WA. I agree with the comments below about the caravaner and the two lucky bikers. They must have been shaken up. I wonder if the caravaner was charged. Anyway I always carry 2 spares when remote and on one trip I used both of them and got home with no spares left. You never know what might be around the corner so to speak.

  • @bobeden5027
    @bobeden5027 Рік тому

    I got stranded in Norseman for a couple of months when my kombi engine had a melt down. Lovely people, ghost town, nearly!

    • @Fanta....
      @Fanta.... Рік тому

      its literally where you go to take a dump on your way to the east coast. I wonder if the dingos have found mine yet

  • @DuncanMargetts
    @DuncanMargetts Рік тому

    Superb video! It had a bit of everything!

  • @SmallWonda
    @SmallWonda Рік тому

    Glad those bikers & you guyz were OK after that caravan wreck. I'd seen it on another channel & couldn't believe someone would take such a risk - especially in the back of Bourke. Quite the Adventure yu had, even just allowing for the weather! Where to next??? Keep safe, keep well, stay free!

  • @collieyak971
    @collieyak971 Рік тому +1

    I had the same fault with my work Hilux, there is a 10amp fuse that controls all of those items under the passenger footwell. For my situation a wire had rubbed through behind the dash and was shorting. It took ages for the Auto Sparky to find and fix.
    Where is that hut ? That’s awesome

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      -28.757901, 124.041543
      SW Corner of Lake Rason on the Lake Rason Track - SE of Laverton WA.

  • @robertfarrugia776
    @robertfarrugia776 Рік тому +2

    Don’t be gone to long old mate you don’t want the milk to go off keep up the good work cheers

  • @AndrewCastlemaine
    @AndrewCastlemaine Рік тому

    A wreck abandoned on the side of the track is a fair dinkum community resource 👍 Jeez I bet those poor Harley riders made a brown mess of their leathers

  • @waynemorgan5017
    @waynemorgan5017 Рік тому

    Love your commentary Steve. I have been a subscriber for some time. Keep up the great videos. Look forward to your next one.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi Wayne, thanks for your support…thanks for watching. Glad you enjoy the content.

    • @waynemorgan5017
      @waynemorgan5017 Рік тому

      @@mongreldogproductions Thank you for your response Steve. I have been watching for some time and enjoy your videos. Also thank you for your service.

  • @thejackofalltravels8267
    @thejackofalltravels8267 Рік тому +1

    Passing road trains looks challenging and deadly. Glad the casualty was only the caravan. Great adventure. I have the same lug nut issue that I will resolve Monday. You did a adventure bike kit video. Have you ever done that with your 4x4? Thanks so much for the tour.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi TJoat, 4x4 kit??? The Hilux is pretty standard. I'm not a 'Farkle' kinda guy. The suspension has been done (standard 2 inch lift), the bull bar, a couple of extra 12v sockets for power, the back seat has been removed and the fridge occupies that area, slightly bigger and wider tyres...other than that, its pretty standard. Doesnt even have carpet on the inside! Thanks for watching.

    • @Fanta....
      @Fanta.... Рік тому +1

      Passing isnt challenging, especially if you have a 2 way and communicate with them. also dont be overtaking when theres dips in the road or you'll end up like old mate no home.

  • @johncarnegie9415
    @johncarnegie9415 Рік тому

    Love your work mate, another great effort.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi John, always pleasing to read simple comments like this. It makes all the effort and hard work worthwhile. Thank you.

  • @rlands5134fd
    @rlands5134fd Рік тому

    Great job of editing this video 👌

  • @rockbiterhd
    @rockbiterhd Рік тому

    Very good clad you got your nuts back enjoy

  • @outbacknomad9939
    @outbacknomad9939 Рік тому +3

    Absolute cracka of an episode steve

  • @ernier9033
    @ernier9033 Рік тому

    Aeons ago when I was in Zambia and got a long gash in a sidewall it was patched with what we called a gaiter. A new tube was put in and the tyre ran until the tread wore out. Maybe your mates who air down excessively should start to carry spare tubes and gaiters, just a thought….🕊️

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      I carry spare tubes, I also carry sidewall patch repair gear. It is all stashed away in some remote corner of the 4WD (checked before every trip) 'just in case'. This matter wasn't serious enough for me to bring it out. If it was life or death...different story.

  • @petercameron8832
    @petercameron8832 Рік тому +1

    Well put,

  • @anthony851
    @anthony851 Рік тому

    16:08 the "thunderbox hole," did the Australian Army call it the same thing as we did in NZ?
    Keep up the good work, your vids are always interesting as are the locations on that vast island you live on. Living in NZ we will never comprehend the size of Australia, August/September next year we will get a small taste of it, north on the Ghan and then drive back.
    Anthony

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi Anthony, yes, we called it the thunder box but in this case the whole was for the fire pit. Enjoy your taste of Oz later in the year.

  • @GCM_AU
    @GCM_AU Рік тому

    Excellent to follow this adventure.. when is the second part..? The run home..

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      Not this time…I thought I’d try a different strategy this time and just make the one vid. Thanks for watching.

  • @GanGoz
    @GanGoz Рік тому

    The boys on the bikes were so lucky to not get taken out.

  • @paulsouth4794
    @paulsouth4794 Рік тому

    Makes me scared taking a superfluously equiped 4x4 into remote places . Makes you appreciate a simple window winder .

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      It's pretty hard to find anything without power windows nowadays...unless your driving something older then pre 2005. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

    • @paulsouth4794
      @paulsouth4794 Рік тому

      @@mongreldogproductions yes I have agonised over the same problems .. untill you come across an old stattion ute with 3 different rim sizes and runs for 15yrs with the transfer case and diffs packed with grease because the oil seals are busted .

  • @hahaha9076
    @hahaha9076 Рік тому

    One of the reasons I'm not travelling atm.
    Prawn like that, leaving nowhere to go.

  • @jamesschofield5328
    @jamesschofield5328 Рік тому

    Good effort again. How lucky were those bike riders ?

  • @johnzee691
    @johnzee691 Рік тому

    crazy adventure.

  • @roberthocking9138
    @roberthocking9138 Рік тому +1

    Do you tend to get more sidewall punctures when your aired down, Vs normal highway pressure of 40 psi etc ? Great video, what a wreck at the start 😳

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +1

      The damaged sidewalls are usually due to taking the wrong line...no other reason. Just have to keep your speed down once you've aired down. Thanks for watching.

  • @elysian95
    @elysian95 Рік тому

    One of those almost clipped the front of my truck on Ocean drive Perth last long weekend .

  • @ibd1977
    @ibd1977 Рік тому +2

    John Cardogan from Autoexpert youtube channel covered this story in regards to the inherent risks of driving caravans in this manner.

  • @yorkchris10
    @yorkchris10 Рік тому

    Hog riders are so tame these days. When I was a kid I was fearfull of them - probably from movies. Could hear them before seeing them.

  • @person.X.
    @person.X. Рік тому

    Great trip. I can't get out to that awesome hut as I only have a 2wd RTV ute. She is a game old thing but there are limits. I might have to get a proper 4wd at some stage to explore these tracks as it looked like a lot of fun. A miracle that nobody was killed or even hurt in that accident. Even in a normal car it is dicey overtaking road trains sometimes and discretion is the better part of valour in that situation. If you are going to tow then even more so. If you want to rush then you shouldn't be towing anyway - silly guy.

    • @1mmickk
      @1mmickk Рік тому

      Read some of the old books about the Redex Trials those blokes went everywhere on 2WD and all made it home.
      Motor Vehicles are too complicated for the Bush now days.
      Maybe the Operators are as well.

  • @Chris_the_Muso
    @Chris_the_Muso Рік тому

    That caravan crash is turning up all over UA-cam. That's a bad way to end a holiday. We've all made mistakes and it was good no one was injured all killed. It could have gone so much worse.
    24:50 Ahhh, you should probably check all the fuses before you start ripping your car apart. A simple cheap bulb tester is handy. You don't even need to pull the fuses, and there's no point ripping the dash apart if there's no power at the fuse box.
    Beyond that a circuit diagram is handy, if you can coax it out of the dealer or some other source. Basic fault finding is to trace the circuits back until you find the system that is the problem and that can be done at the fuse box in the first case. I'm guessing it was one of the ACC bus fuses that was OC considering it took out a few systems (cluster, controls, window winders). There's actually usually three fuses on this circuit, ACC main, one for vehicle accessory position, and one that turns all on. You should only start ripping things apart once you know what you're looking for. It's really easy to tie yourself up in knots with electrical problems, because sometimes it doesn't make a lot of sense until you work out where the problem is, and you only get there by thinking logically.

  • @suzidelarue5344
    @suzidelarue5344 Рік тому

    Was through there in the early 60s
    No road to Warbrerton then only compass
    Had to try and find Len Biddels tracks
    Found lots of camels
    Try the ConnieSue or Anne Biddel HWYs not the great shortcut

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      I've done both Connie Sue and the Anne Beadell Highway. Now that I think of it, I have covered all of Len's roads at some stage. He made it possible to travel the Outback. Australia's last great explorer. RIP Len.

  • @billcotton1551
    @billcotton1551 Рік тому

    So, they blew themselves up with blasting jelly? Whether its bikes or 4 wheelers ,I always like watching your videos, Steve.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi Bill, thanks for your continued support over the years…glad you continue to enjoy the content.😊

  • @coastalfridgiesrefrigerati7108

    G'day Steve, big fan of your channel. Are you doing the border run or desert raid to Jupiter Well this year ? I'm thinking about it, maybe the border run and then Jupiter Well as they're a week apart.
    Regards, Ian.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Hi Ian, The plan was Jupiter Well….I believe they are one week apart by design to enable Riders to attend both. See you on the other side!

  • @yeshowcanihelpyou9173
    @yeshowcanihelpyou9173 Рік тому

    Great vid mate 👍✌️👏👌💁

  • @davidmilledge221
    @davidmilledge221 Рік тому

    Great vid just stumbled across ya yep i hit that subscriber button and the bell cheers 👍

  • @Wildernessadventuresoz
    @Wildernessadventuresoz Рік тому

    All I could think of was those motorcycle riders holy son of a nutcracker they are lucky

  • @daryllee9033
    @daryllee9033 Рік тому

    G'day Steve, good trip you run there mate. Do you know if anyone in Victoria does something similar ?

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      I am a member of a 4WD Club. Most Clubs are quite active doing day runs, weekends away or extended trips. If you were interested, do a Google Search for Clubs in your area. Something will come up. Glad you enjoyed our journey. Thanks for watching.

  • @alasdairhamilton1574
    @alasdairhamilton1574 Рік тому +1

    💩 I hope the biker did get a lotto ticket, after visiting a proctologist to remove the seat covering😮‍💨
    Steve. Have you come to any conclusions/thoughts on the worst and best makes/models vehicles for these trips?👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +2

      Best/worst??? Dunno. I think as long as you do some preventative maintenance and dont cut corners with routine servicing then most vehicles are up to the challenge. My only word of advice would be NOT TO OVERLOAD THE BLOODY THINGS! People generally take too much crap with them. I'm used to travelling by motorbike so I've learned to travel with minimalistic shit. Thanks for watching.

    • @person.X.
      @person.X. Рік тому +1

      @@mongreldogproductions That is what I was thinking. I have been all over the back roads (not the really gnarly tracks though) in the Goldfields and further afield in a Falcon sedan and ute and never had anything break or even a puncture. However I carry only basic water, food, swag, small stove, camp chair and two spare tyres. ie no weight so the car in never overstressed. I reckon most of the vehicles I see out there are overloaded and often towing too. People take the kitchen sink with them.

    • @alasdairhamilton1574
      @alasdairhamilton1574 Рік тому

      @@mongreldogproductions hope you remembered to pack a spare drive sprocket ⚙️🏍️ 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +2

      @@alasdairhamilton1574 I took two spare sprockets….just in case I came across some Schmuck on a DR650 who needed one in the middle Bum F*** Nowhere lol.

  • @stuartbirchall3971
    @stuartbirchall3971 2 місяці тому

    Those belts are when ya gunna get tyres spiked. Keep ya eyes open for the spikes they use to keep the belt in place. And 14psi on sand.

  • @distilledfreedom1840
    @distilledfreedom1840 Рік тому

    I see that kind of pass on a weekly basis. They just don't care about the safety of others. However, the trucker definitely should have immediately slowed and let them in, regardless of others recklessness, he's in a position of responsibility as a professional driver. We still need to bring up the slack, he nearly allowed the deaths of those two riders.

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому

      Thanks for taking the time to comment…I do wonder whether the Trucker would do things differently next time. Hopefully, there won’t be a next time. Thanks for watching.

  • @rosewood1
    @rosewood1 Рік тому

    Great video. Caravans are great and fantastic for lots of people. I own one. But the number of times I have seen rotten drivers is more normal than the exception. People who drive too fast, who over take, who don't pull over or slow in over taking lanes to let faster traffic past. The proof is in the insurance premiums. My caravan costs more than double my trailerable yacht! Same value

    • @Fanta....
      @Fanta.... Рік тому +1

      as soon as the overtaking lanes appear, all of a sudden everyone who was doing 30 under the limit decide they now want to do the proper limit. These people need a clip around the ear for such insolence.

  • @oldshiny3012
    @oldshiny3012 Рік тому +1

    bet those two fella's on the motorbikes at the start , had to check and re-check their under crackers for any deposits made that day

    • @mongreldogproductions
      @mongreldogproductions  Рік тому +3

      One second away from possible death…a life changing moment.😮

    • @oldshiny3012
      @oldshiny3012 Рік тому +1

      @@mongreldogproductions reality of life i'm afraid

  • @zarb88
    @zarb88 Рік тому

    sometimes hauling a trailer you forget its there and that can be fatal.