I had the guys at ARB check out then replace the main cable and it has pretty well be great ever since… a couple of intermittent drop outs when no GPS but otherwise much better 👍
U could get a rebuild and put in the beathed up 5ft gear conversion kit but it's still not recommended to tow in 5ft , the old cruisers there based around old reliable truck technology that's proven it's self that's why they still make them , bullet proof old girls , if u don't like the high revs and fuel consumption towing in 4ft gear , oo well
Bin the Firestyrker as I did with my 2nd spare after using one. You have to get way too close to the fire and hold it there for it to be of any use. Useless. I now carry 2 x 1kg & a 2kg, std fire extinguishes. I know you have a new rig but pls secure all fire ext.
@@TheFeelGoodFamily That 79 Series (Troopy) is One of the Best(The Best of the Bests) cars Toyota has ever made. Just Love it. You guys are so Lucky. Have fun and be safe! All the Best! And Thanks for sharing. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 👍
Great wheel bag bin. Heads up, the Willow 30lt kitchen bin slides inside perfectly. I use that along with a garbage bag so that it holds shape when full. It also mean that when its time to empty and clean it, the bag pulls out easily and there is never any liquids or spills inside the actual bag. Just like at home.
Yep never tow in 5ft gear , but he'll keep doing it so a many episodes down the track they will be showing us a gearbox rebuild , probably chicken out and spend the coin and put an auto in it , hope they listen then and put in a auto transmission cooler 😉
Awesome! Give me a few weeks and we’ll be doing a tour of a brand new canopy that will blow the market away!! The episode will include the internal canopy build also 👍😊
@@TheFeelGoodFamily and as mine will be the first they have done for an LDV T60 they want me to become an ambassador for them which is an honour and a privilege
I had my Pajero 17 yrs and never had issues with the (manual ) gearbox , as long as you are in the right rev range it will be fine to tow in 5th, don’t put it under load…. So roughly above 3000rpm, under that…. Back to 4th
I does mention in the owners manual to not use 5th as a tow gear but in view of compression braking, but not specifically to damage. It's an interesting conversion to pursue.
It’s basically the gearbox from the 100 Series. That’s why the V8 is detuned to match the power & torque of the 100 Series engine. Towing in 5th is definitely not a good idea. Higher revs from 4th also help to reduce exhaust gas temps.
I would look at fitting Koni shock absorbers instead of those ARB with the oil tank. I have them on my 2017 seventy-six series, and have travelled the Madigan Line across the Simpson, all of the Beadell tracks, and some good tracks through the Flinders. They have performed magnificently. On a recent tag along, several of the ARB shocks on other vehicles developed leaks and got very hot. Two failed completely. Our tour leader had a temperature gauge and regularly measured them all. Koni were never anywhere near as hot as the others. And they are still performing well with no hint of failure. Additionally, if and when needed, they can be repaired or refurbished.
Another great video. I too have a 79 with Norweld canopy. I have the Bushcompany 270 degree XT awning. Strong as....... You can do a chin up on the bars it is that strong. I believe they’re located on the Sunshine Coast. Safe travels.
Love the new set up for safety 👌 but the unrestrained fire extinguisher loose under the driver's seat would fly out in an accident wouldn't want that hitting me in the head , I'm sorry too be a picky prune 🤣 but ya show is showing us all how we can improve things and make it safer that we forget and take things for granted so thank you 😊 I love ya shows 😀
Yes… that one I missed!! Have found a good bracket for the extinguisher in the 79 - still waiting for it from the repairers…. It’ll be worth the wait 😅👍
@@TheFeelGoodFamily Thanks Paul. Look forward to that. I have a similar set up #westraya_adventures and have a Peregrine on order and have had my 79 upgraded to 4200/7400 and weighed as is with all the mods so keen to see how your complete rig weighs in
Hi guys, I'm getting the Bushwakka 270 extreme dark awning for my 200 series. I've been running the 180 deg from Bushwakka and absolutely love it. Definitely worth a look and they are in QLD 👍
👏🏻👏🏻well done Paul , 1 good idea people are placing their PLB on the A plllar beside the drivers door or grab handle , reachable positions in a accident Safe travels guys
@@TheFeelGoodFamily sorry forgot 270 awnings try Boss Aluminium ,23 Zero & Bush Company or cheaper Darche but might consider 180 and place over cab so when open covers total side of 79 Hopefully that’s a starting point anyway cheers
Hi guys! Thanks for the video, lovely content as always. I have the Australian made and designed “supapeg” 270 freestanding awning. It’s an absolute game changer! I’m also vertically challenged and I can pack it way on my 79 series by myself with ease.
Thanks Guys for a look around the 79 and the gear you have and use on your trips. Good also you can have a laugh about the roll over and the ways to improve and prevent flying objects . Stay Safe and looking forward to videos this year. 🍺
What a great set up that is. You know, you guys have come so far over the last couple of years. We're all excited about our pending three month trip around the Sth Island. Our set up isn't that flash, but everything does have a place. Take care team. 🙂
Just finished watching, wow what a rig, your mate certainly gave a lot of thought when putting it together, super good unit to kick you off, now to just tweak it a little to make it perfect for your needs 😉
Great video guys,Paul you mentioned an auto G/B would be nice, check out Rocket Rod from wholesale automatics he has a fantastic UA-cam channel, and conversions are his business.Keep up the great video's and happy NEW YEAR AND SAFE AND HEALTHY TRAVELS.
Thank you guys! Yes it does have a gvm upgrade and I forgot to mention it and a few other upgrades 😬…. We are hoping to get the 79 back from the repairers this week…, the Corolla hire car is a little small for towing 😂
Re: your catch can. I have the same one in my LC200. Don’t let it get that full and don’t wait for a service to have it emptied. You can easily do it yourself. Buy a syringe from Supercheap (Item # 557069) and a short length of appropriate diameter plastic tube and draw that oil out with the syringe. If you leave it and it gets too full it can cause severe and expensive engine problems. Check it and empty it every time you lift the bonnet. I also agree with the earlier comment about not towing in 5th. Use 4th. It’s 1:1 ratio and is the strongest gear in the box. The slightly higher revs will help clear the combustion chambers of hot gases and keep those exhaust gas temps down.
That fire extinguisher is also a potential projectile in case of accident, I have mine mounted with a KAP Industries mount for the passenger seat. Very good video, I love walk arounds and seeing what people have done.
Doug's Tub is for the older 75 series .😀
😊👍
Re 270deg awnings
The SuperPeg Rapid wing 6. Is a beauty. They are based in the gold Coast. Cheers.
Interesting that you are having a problem with ARB Lynx.
I had the guys at ARB check out then replace the main cable and it has pretty well be great ever since… a couple of intermittent drop outs when no GPS but otherwise much better 👍
U could get a rebuild and put in the beathed up 5ft gear conversion kit but it's still not recommended to tow in 5ft , the old cruisers there based around old reliable truck technology that's proven it's self that's why they still make them , bullet proof old girls , if u don't like the high revs and fuel consumption towing in 4ft gear , oo well
A few comments now have recommended this and will be my new towing standard - thank you again…. Ahh so much to learn 😅🍻
Bin the Firestyrker as I did with my 2nd spare after using one. You have to get way too close to the fire and hold it there for it to be of any use. Useless. I now carry 2 x 1kg & a 2kg, std fire extinguishes. I know you have a new rig but pls secure all fire ext.
What a great set-up. I love when everything has a "home".
It is the best feeling organised 😅👍
You've got my dream Troopy there. Such a beautiful, beautiful SUV that car is. Congrats and have fun! 👍
Cheers and safe travels!!
@@TheFeelGoodFamily
That 79 Series (Troopy) is One of the Best(The Best of the Bests) cars Toyota has ever made. Just Love it. You guys are so Lucky. Have fun and be safe! All the Best! And Thanks for sharing. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 👍
Absolute pleasure and feelin very blessed! Enjoy 😎🌴☀️
Great wheel bag bin. Heads up, the Willow 30lt kitchen bin slides inside perfectly. I use that along with a garbage bag so that it holds shape when full. It also mean that when its time to empty and clean it, the bag pulls out easily and there is never any liquids or spills inside the actual bag. Just like at home.
That’s a bloody brilliant idea!! Thank you Dave 👍👍🍻
Yep never tow in 5ft gear , but he'll keep doing it so a many episodes down the track they will be showing us a gearbox rebuild , probably chicken out and spend the coin and put an auto in it , hope they listen then and put in a auto transmission cooler 😉
Thank you for the tour. It inspired me to get the quote for my canopy.
Awesome! Give me a few weeks and we’ll be doing a tour of a brand new canopy that will blow the market away!! The episode will include the internal canopy build also 👍😊
@@TheFeelGoodFamily and as mine will be the first they have done for an LDV T60 they want me to become an ambassador for them which is an honour and a privilege
And deposit has been paid on the canopy
Word of warning, it's not advised to tow in 5th. 5th is an overdrive gear and will blow the gearbox if you're loading up 5th
Thank you Chris, I will check that out and appreciate your comment 🙏👍
I had my Pajero 17 yrs and never had issues with the (manual ) gearbox , as long as you are in the right rev range it will be fine to tow in 5th, don’t put it under load…. So roughly above 3000rpm, under that…. Back to 4th
I does mention in the owners manual to not use 5th as a tow gear but in view of compression braking, but not specifically to damage. It's an interesting conversion to pursue.
It’s basically the gearbox from the 100 Series. That’s why the V8 is detuned to match the power & torque of the 100 Series engine. Towing in 5th is definitely not a good idea. Higher revs from 4th also help to reduce exhaust gas temps.
Correct definitely tow in 4th gear. There are plenty of failed gearboxes towing heavy loads in 5th gear.
Recently bought a Bushwakka 270 awning absolutely love it. Australian Company and really great quality.
Thank you for the recommendation guys. Safe travels 🇦🇺☀️🌴
Looks like a great setup for your style of travelling.
I would look at fitting Koni shock absorbers instead of those ARB with the oil tank. I have them on my 2017 seventy-six series, and have travelled the Madigan Line across the Simpson, all of the Beadell tracks, and some good tracks through the Flinders. They have performed magnificently. On a recent tag along, several of the ARB shocks on other vehicles developed leaks and got very hot. Two failed completely. Our tour leader had a temperature gauge and regularly measured them all. Koni were never anywhere near as hot as the others. And they are still performing well with no hint of failure. Additionally, if and when needed, they can be repaired or refurbished.
Another great video. I too have a 79 with Norweld canopy. I have the Bushcompany 270 degree XT awning. Strong as....... You can do a chin up on the bars it is that strong. I believe they’re located on the Sunshine Coast. Safe travels.
Hi Paul , thanks for the rundown on the 79, don't forget to mount the fire extinguisher.
Thank you 🙏 yes, great advice and will do asap! 😊
Great set up mate👌🏻thanks for sharing
Cheers 🍻 all the best for 2023!
Love the new set up for safety 👌 but the unrestrained fire extinguisher loose under the driver's seat would fly out in an accident wouldn't want that hitting me in the head , I'm sorry too be a picky prune 🤣 but ya show is showing us all how we can improve things and make it safer that we forget and take things for granted so thank you 😊 I love ya shows 😀
Yes… that one I missed!! Have found a good bracket for the extinguisher in the 79 - still waiting for it from the repairers…. It’ll be worth the wait 😅👍
Fantastic rig and a fantastic rig run down
Thank you 👍😊
Thanks for the vid . Be very interested in the gvm gcm upgrades and actuals pls guys
Cheers Brad, we have a weigh in coming up in February with a new canopy set up which will cover of all the numbers and van included! 👍
@@TheFeelGoodFamily Thanks Paul. Look forward to that. I have a similar set up #westraya_adventures and have a Peregrine on order and have had my 79 upgraded to 4200/7400 and weighed as is with all the mods so keen to see how your complete rig weighs in
That’s exciting!! The peregrine is so amazing - we have a new canopy (200+kg lighter) changing in a couple weeks so that will make a huge difference 🤞
Great rig guys. Thanks for the look around 👌
Hi guys, I'm getting the Bushwakka 270 extreme dark awning for my 200 series. I've been running the 180 deg from Bushwakka and absolutely love it. Definitely worth a look and they are in QLD 👍
That’s great, we’ll check them out - I think they’re on the GC.? Safe travels 🌴😊
Thanks for the tour of your 79. I think you now have the absolute ideal set up to keep you travelling safely & comfortably. Cheers
Cheers Peter and thanks for the support - Looking forward to the travels this year and getting a bit more remote too 👍😊 safe travels
👏🏻👏🏻well done Paul , 1 good idea people are placing their PLB on the A plllar beside the drivers door or grab handle , reachable positions in a accident
Safe travels guys
Thank you 🙏 I’m onto that asap and appreciate the position suggestion, great advice! 😊👍
@@TheFeelGoodFamily sorry forgot 270 awnings try Boss Aluminium ,23 Zero & Bush Company or cheaper Darche but might consider 180 and place over cab so when open covers total side of 79
Hopefully that’s a starting point anyway cheers
Thanks for the rundown on the vehicle 👍 great content 👏 Greetings from south africa 🇿🇦
Cheers 🍻 happy new year Yusuf 👍😊
Hi guys! Thanks for the video, lovely content as always.
I have the Australian made and designed “supapeg” 270 freestanding awning.
It’s an absolute game changer!
I’m also vertically challenged and I can pack it way on my 79 series by myself with ease.
Cheers Jared, exactly the recommendation we were looking for! Safe travels and hopefully see you out there 👍😊
I am both in awe, and intimidated at the same time, every time I see a 79. Thanks for the review!
😊 thanks Rebecca, they are amazing rigs!
Thanks Guys for a look around the 79 and the gear you have and use on your trips. Good also you can have a laugh about the roll over and the ways to improve and prevent flying objects . Stay Safe and looking forward to videos this year. 🍺
Cheers 🍻 hope 2023 is an awesome one for you Mark 👍😊
What a great set up that is.
You know, you guys have come so far over the last couple of years.
We're all excited about our pending three month trip around the Sth Island. Our set up isn't that flash, but everything does have a place. Take care team. 🙂
Also Paul. Check with Toyota as to whether you should be towing in top gear. The vehicles I've had was advised not to.
Thanks for the tour. Shows you that buying a 79 series is just the start. All those mods must of added up for the first owner 😮
It never stops! 😬😊👍
Just finished watching, wow what a rig, your mate certainly gave a lot of thought when putting it together, super good unit to kick you off, now to just tweak it a little to make it perfect for your needs 😉
Cheers Roger, happy new year and safe travels 👍😊
Great video guys,Paul you mentioned an auto G/B would be nice, check out Rocket Rod from wholesale automatics he has a fantastic UA-cam channel, and conversions are his business.Keep up the great video's and happy NEW YEAR AND SAFE AND HEALTHY TRAVELS.
Thank you John, I’ll check him out 👍😊 cheers to 2023!
Great video Paul, does your rig have a GVM upgrade? We have a 76 and love it.
Thank you guys! Yes it does have a gvm upgrade and I forgot to mention it and a few other upgrades 😬…. We are hoping to get the 79 back from the repairers this week…, the Corolla hire car is a little small for towing 😂
@@TheFeelGoodFamily Hi Paul, this you tube clip shows why you should not tow in 5th gear. Cheers ua-cam.com/video/M4Vpr7JMf_w/v-deo.html
Re: your catch can. I have the same one in my LC200. Don’t let it get that full and don’t wait for a service to have it emptied. You can easily do it yourself. Buy a syringe from Supercheap (Item # 557069) and a short length of appropriate diameter plastic tube and draw that oil out with the syringe. If you leave it and it gets too full it can cause severe and expensive engine problems. Check it and empty it every time you lift the bonnet. I also agree with the earlier comment about not towing in 5th. Use 4th. It’s 1:1 ratio and is the strongest gear in the box. The slightly higher revs will help clear the combustion chambers of hot gases and keep those exhaust gas temps down.
Hi Stephen, thank you so much for both suggestions and both have taken on board! I really appreciate it as I’m still learning and a long way to go 🙏👍😊
@@TheFeelGoodFamily You’re welcome. I sent you that email with the photo of the DO35 hitch. Cheers.
That fire extinguisher is also a potential projectile in case of accident, I have mine mounted with a KAP Industries mount for the passenger seat.
Very good video, I love walk arounds and seeing what people have done.
Great advice and thanks for the suggestion, I will get that sorted asap 👍😊
@@TheFeelGoodFamily absolutely welcome, Still got 13 minutes of the video left to watch.
Thanks for the content you put out.
Check out 30 Second Awning, I have their 2.1m 270degree awning with the foldable mount. It's perfect for my application. Hopefully it suits yours
Anything for free even though the product is no good
Thanks Ronnie 💙🕺