Some of Jim's 4x4 tips, tricks and Idears on setting up a 2008 HiLux

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  • @rossdrayton5476
    @rossdrayton5476 7 років тому +1

    Jim you’ve got more knowledge than a 40 acre college. Your advice has saved me from making some serious mistakes in off roading . Thanks Jim for taking the time to educate the rest of us and keep us much safer and well prepared. Cheers.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +1

      hi over many years I have stuff most things and now I get a bit shitey with the off road people flogging all the junk that cost to much and is on the most part junk, the most important thing is to weigh the 4x4 with all the gear you want to take then work out what you leave behind. have fun and take your time

  • @SlapPa9
    @SlapPa9 5 років тому +1

    Dose of the trots! Absolute PURE GOLD! Well said Jim and thanks for a great video with many wise tips.
    You're a breath of fresh air mate! You're inspiring me to get out and enjoy our beautiful outdoors, with minimum fuss. You keep things simple and practical. I appreciate the way you emphasise loving and caring for the environment.
    Like you said, it's up to all of us to keep it clean out there, clean up after ourselves so that future generations may enjoy what we have now. Tread lightly they say. Love your work mate, and happy trails! 👍😃

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому

      Hi Jason thank for the kind words, I been all over Australia from the tip to the cold bit down south and your right try to keep it simple is the best way I seen so many people with all the toys have many more trouble than I ever had one of my base rules is I I cannot fix it I don't take it.

  • @TresMamboMusicSchool
    @TresMamboMusicSchool 7 років тому +2

    Jim, LOVE IT, you are a straight to the point, no BS, love it or leave kind of guy. THANKS for sharing all your "hard earned" Aussie knowledge. Have a great life and thanks for inspiring a whole new generation of "yes we can" Aussie explorers !

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +1

      Good stuff I'm still at it. may be we will meet you out there some day, I hope you had a look at "how to crap in the outback"

  • @tonypucheta354
    @tonypucheta354 4 роки тому +2

    Always good to listen a wise man, thank you for sharing your knowledge, good on you mate
    Cheers

  • @carolleenkelmann4751
    @carolleenkelmann4751 4 роки тому +1

    Just discovered your youtube channel. Boy, you sure get around! What a wealth of Aussie knowledge. Thanks Jim for divulging it!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому

      Thanks I have spent many years camping all over Australia and I still love getting away camping

  • @Cjramone69
    @Cjramone69 5 років тому

    Jim is an absolute legend , a great bloke very friendly easy to get along with , heaps and heaps of experience in the bush .

  • @mitchmackenzie3293
    @mitchmackenzie3293 8 років тому +14

    Mate you are a wealth of knowledge and experience

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +2

      I love our bush and over the years I have busted about every thing, but I never stopped learning new ways and tricks

    • @cannongavin5194
      @cannongavin5194 3 роки тому

      I realize Im kind of randomly asking but does anyone know of a good site to stream newly released series online?

    • @louisbronson8980
      @louisbronson8980 3 роки тому

      @Cannon Gavin I would suggest flixzone. You can find it by googling :)

    • @laytonfranco967
      @laytonfranco967 3 роки тому

      @Cannon Gavin I would suggest Flixzone. You can find it on google :)

  • @TMR37
    @TMR37 8 років тому

    great tips Jim, I'm 27 and have bought my first 4wd just a 94 hilux. great learning from someone with alot of knowledge.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому

      +Renee sullivan Hi Renee if you got any questions just ask I be glad to help

    • @TMR37
      @TMR37 8 років тому

      +Jim McNabb yeah jim is there anyway to tell if a bullbar on my lux is suitable for a winch?

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому

      +Renee sullivan Hi Renee send me a photo of the bullbar, I had to do some changers to get one to fit and work.

  • @stevemoyse6454
    @stevemoyse6454 5 років тому +1

    Jim- I think I love you😉- this (to me) is how it should be !!!! You have everything needed and back up solutions- that is showing experience and knowledge that can’t be bought- thanks for the video 👍

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому +1

      Hi Steve I'm a bit of a tight wad and don't like buying every thing if I cannot make it and fix it I don't take it, the more remote you go the bigger chance it will break and if you cannot fix it your in trouble I don't even run the big tires that so many do now if it's cost $500 or $600+ in Melbourne then it cost 2 to 3 times as much in the outback and you may have to sit a week of two before the come on the truck

  • @jimbojones2457
    @jimbojones2457 7 років тому +2

    I just watched your video for the first time and I have to say I'm addicted to your knowledge already!! I'll be following your channel for more great advice!! Thanks for sharing mate!!!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +2

      your welcome I hope it save you from making the same mistakes that I have in the past, I have found keep it simple and have a easy way to fix it on the road or have two ways of doing the job

    • @jimbojones2457
      @jimbojones2457 7 років тому +1

      Absolutely. I'm 39 and i take pride in listening to what my elders have to say because they've been on this earth much longer and have been there and done that. I've learnt so much already and there's so much more to learn still. It's a great adventure and we're so lucky to have this great country of ours. We should look after it so many more generations can enjoy what we are enjoying now.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +2

      Hi Jim Yep you are right if we don't look after the bush we will get locked out for good! That would be a shame that our grand kids could not go and see the bush, keep on tracking and help out in keeping them clean.
      Regards Jim

  • @MisterPrecision13
    @MisterPrecision13 7 років тому +1

    Jim,
    Thank you for uploading this video. very down to earth advice from a bloke that has been there and done that.
    Cheers mate...

  • @bobdown3301
    @bobdown3301 4 роки тому

    Jim you are a Legend! Thanks for the tips, hope to catch ya in the Bush mate. Birdsville Races 2021!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому

      Fingers crossed! and we in Vic will be able to get out and about again

  • @jasoningarfield1268
    @jasoningarfield1268 8 років тому +1

    jim , thanks alot for your pros and cons . i have grown up rural farming and mining . young fellas will go along way from your knowledge

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому

      there no better teacher than you bust it you fix it was what my Dad told me

  • @chrisg1234fly
    @chrisg1234fly 7 років тому

    just found you Jim and loving ur words of wisdom, keep making the videos and I'll keep listening and watching.......and yes, bloody trailers!!!! another happy subscriber

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому

      Thanks Chris I don't like seeing the dumped trailer's on the tracks the way it going we will end up with junk down both sides of our remount tracks. Iet me know if I can help I try to get back to you with text or a youtube video

  • @RonasRoadshow
    @RonasRoadshow 7 років тому

    gt tips jim. thanks for pointing out the cost of things - i see so many guys recommending this and that. freakn expensive. often the expensive solution is not the best. and the more people spend on expensive 4wd gear the more they have to work to pay for it and..so they have less time to get out 4wding. i have copied the url and sent it to mates. i really related to the dose of the trots in the outback reference...yes road trips, camping and gastro are not a good combination. i have a 2006 hilux and am doing the canning stock route this june with the getaway 4wd club. appreciate your common sense style and wisdom. i have subscribed. thank you.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +1

      good stuff I hope you have a great trip I would love to do it again, and don't for get don't even wash your face with water out of a well pump it through a filter, I now use a boat bilge pump to get my water more power and work's better. Have fun and I keep my ere out for your trip video's. Don't forget my trick of laying a long chain on the ground and lots of tent pegs it will pull you out in a clay pan.
      Just remember keep it simple with gear that you can fix in the outback.

  • @mountainconstructions
    @mountainconstructions 8 років тому

    Great tip on the Shackles!
    I stood by as an attachment point broke on a boat that was being snatched out of the water by a Landcruiser Tray, the 1kg Shackle on the end of the snatch strap launched over the Lancdcruier narrowly missing a 16 year old kids head by 300mm and landed way forward of the tow vehicle faster than you could blink. It would have been instant death. It was only after it happened, everyone realised how close we were to a fatal incident.
    With you Tube End Caps, try gluing on the inside of the cap, 80mm of spongy foam type stuff, it will protect the end caps, and more importantly, what is inside :)

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому

      many years ago I had a rope break and I was very close to losing my head with one so no I don't use them

  • @Hightop_troopcarrier
    @Hightop_troopcarrier 4 роки тому

    So refreshing to see a set up like yours on UA-cam... Seems like we got used to see those 200k plus builds

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому +2

      Hi I been all over Australia and this is my 5th 4x4 and with all of them I never spent $ like water on them if I can not fix it in the bush I don't take it, you don't need all the junk they sell at the 4x4 shops most of it a wast of time and $ that you will never use and making your 4x4 over weight. I have the old rule K.I.S.S Keep it simple stupid.

  • @rossdrayton5476
    @rossdrayton5476 6 років тому

    Hi Again Jim. A trick I always use is to put all my aerosol tins like RP7, inside wetsuit material stubby coolers. They can bounce around but not dent or puncture. Thanks Jim.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому +1

      hi that's a good idea I try that it a bugger when you lose the spray nob, that would keep them in the box

  • @kranson8514
    @kranson8514 4 роки тому

    Well to look at this fine figure of a man you probably wouldn't give him the benefit of your time.
    There was your first mistake the guys has made his mistakes over the years learned by them and built a wealth of knowledge. Amazing what can be learned by these videos, most of the tens of thousands of equipment that can be bought easy life fixes but what would learn as long as your safe and adaptable / creative to the situations before you using that so rare tool common sense. Although Jim bless ya I'm surprised you haven't blown yourself up with the gas bottle next to the electrics hey life's an adventure and if don't take a few risks you won't know your living or in orbit.
    Great job Jim hope your still living it.👍

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому +1

      Hi Kevin still going and outback 4x4ing over many years I have busted most thing and with a bit of common sense you can fix them and get going again, the biggest lessen I learned was keep it simple if you can not fix it don't take it. and PS the gas is only used with the door open and I never leave it on I also have a 2nd tap on the bottle that stops leaks along with a gas alarm.

    • @kranson8514
      @kranson8514 4 роки тому +1

      Jim keep doing what you love fella stay safe all the best😉👍

  • @trevorwinkworth1208
    @trevorwinkworth1208 2 роки тому

    love it thanks jim your so right

  • @gureno19
    @gureno19 Рік тому +1

    Blokes seen more of Australia on 29" HWY terrains then most blokes could ever dream of 😂

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  Рік тому

      Yep I been around the Country a few times

  • @dfhdgnsdfbodfgi6277
    @dfhdgnsdfbodfgi6277 8 років тому

    nice hilux jim. i recently got my 08 d4d hilux back from getting turbo upgrade ect and now pushing 201kw and 803nm not bad haha. oh and she loves the dunes! next on the list is decking it out like a camper like yours

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому +1

      My last 4x4 was a 1986 2H Toyota Cruiser tray and I had it set up the same way, the Hilux with the turbo is great it get up and go's not like the old 4x4, and yes in the sand it is great much better than my old 4x4 that got stuck every 2nd dune, on the CSR and the Simpson with the Hilux I only got stuck 4 times the old girl I think I would still be at it.

  • @hine0020
    @hine0020 4 роки тому

    I love your videos so much Jim

  • @Beyondthebackyard-au
    @Beyondthebackyard-au 5 років тому

    So many great tips here Jim. I remember carrying pepper in my car as a young teenager, I could never afford anything flash, and several times I used it to stop a leak. You see a lot of younger people with all the bells and whistles, and probably a huge debt too. It makes you wonder how anyone explored this country many years ago haha. You're a wealth of common sense knowledge. Have you been to the top of cape york? Looking into doing this next year.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому +1

      Hi I been there 17 times in the early 1980's and I got $ to go, there are not many placers I not been to I spent some 40 years working in the out back and had lots of fun, back in the 1970's I had a early land rover and boy it had 4 or 5 shots of pepper. and yes I think your right the ones going now a day have all the junk that the 4x4 shops can get them to buy most of the time when I find some one busted down it is because they are over weight with wide rims broken axles etc. The old rule I learned in the early days is KIS KEEP IT SIMPLE.

  • @richardday2893
    @richardday2893 5 років тому +1

    Living the Australian dream.. Good on you mate !!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому

      Hi Richard I have spent many years working in the high country and out back and this Hilux is my 5th 4x4 over 50 years and most of the gear I make and use is made so I can fix it on the road

  • @slowboat6021
    @slowboat6021 7 років тому

    good on you Jim, thanks for sharing your pearls of wisdom.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому

      thanks I hope it help you out in outback travel

  • @nicky9589
    @nicky9589 3 роки тому

    Thumbs up, excellent advice, and great content. Cheers mate. 🇦🇺👍

  • @bartbug1
    @bartbug1 Рік тому

    Thanks for your video Jim, great tips. New Subscriber.

  • @barrymurphy3554
    @barrymurphy3554 2 роки тому

    Good on you Jim
    Straight forward Mate, your so right Buddy.
    Stay safe Merry Christmas & all the best for 2020 thanks heaps

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  2 роки тому

      Thanks, you too!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  2 роки тому

      Merry Christmas & all the best for 2022 thanks heaps

  • @rayrat07
    @rayrat07 4 роки тому

    Love your videos Jim

  • @tanksouth
    @tanksouth 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you.
    Subbed.
    Cheers!

  • @2B34ever
    @2B34ever 6 років тому

    Thanks for ur wisdom Jim, much appreciated.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому

      for welcome hope it helps with some ideas

  • @pajman4264
    @pajman4264 7 років тому

    Great advice, tips and tricks Jim !

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому

      Thanks I hope it helps you out regards Jim

  • @tomnewell5529
    @tomnewell5529 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the video you've got some good tips. Where did you get the water filters from what brand are they?

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      Hi Tom over many years I found that this one works Ok on most town water, for well water I put a tas
      www.awardrv.com.au/caravan-water-filters www.awardrv.com.au/explore-inline-water-filter-wf43-new-free-post-car

    • @tomnewell5529
      @tomnewell5529 3 роки тому

      @@JimMcNabb44 thanks for info. we have always gone with out filters but time to get them as we've had a few bad batches of water and
      Had a few 'runny' moments.
      In 03 we travelled down through wa
      But we were young couple and not game to tackle the csr by our selves
      Love your vids

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      @@tomnewell5529 Hi Tom
      I have done the CSR and I was on my own, I have a rule if I can not fix it in the bush I don't take it, just keep it simple and weigh the 4x4 fully loaded to see if you over weight. .

    • @tomnewell5529
      @tomnewell5529 3 роки тому

      Still getting through your videos, your a great inspiration and have great ideas and info.
      We are currently planning our next trip which includes going across Simpson desert

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      @@tomnewell5529 It a great place worth the time, try to drop into Farina Bakery at Farina there good water there and a good camp ground, a must is say hi from me to Talc Alf Art Works he is well worth the time.

  • @livingadamman7994
    @livingadamman7994 4 роки тому +1

    "common sense" exactly good one and thanks mate...!

  • @conloubser
    @conloubser 4 роки тому

    Nice video, what size tyres do you have on the truck?

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому

      over the many years I found that standard rims and tyres work out the best for outback driving and if your in the high country you need AT type

  • @keepingfit982
    @keepingfit982 3 роки тому

    Great video mate hope learn some good tips as looking to do bit solo trips to outback bit risk involved doing anything in remote parts and looking learn as l go. Thanks.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks the way I charge my Battery's will not work in the 2009 Hilux and on you have to get a step up type but the other tricks I do will work, watch how I get water in the outback it will save you some very bad days with the runs, it a great country and I love beaning of on my own but I have HF Radio Hamradio and 737 network radios so if I get into trouble I can get help or info on the tracks ahead and I carry a few spear parts along with know how to fix most things, I try to keep to the rule If I cannot fix it I don't take it I run to the rule of KISS

    • @keepingfit982
      @keepingfit982 3 роки тому +1

      @@JimMcNabb44 thanks Jim keep that in mind. I learnt the KISS method in my Army days!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      yep it works have fun and above all take your time, I can tell you the trip is the best part of the trip the place your going is OK but the fun you have on the road is the best part with the sorys you can tall

  • @RogerBays
    @RogerBays 5 років тому

    I wish I knew what you knew. Thanks for sharing. Are the dowels used to join two strops/tow rope loops?

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому

      Hi Roger I made a snatch strap video and I show how to use them, but now I use Gator strap and I did a video on them as well they cost a bit but they work great

    • @RogerBays
      @RogerBays 5 років тому

      @@JimMcNabb44 Thanks Jim I will watch both.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому

      @@RogerBays ua-cam.com/video/KJzJkxjbOeU/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/2zXUJqsPocU/v-deo.html

  • @explorethebush
    @explorethebush 8 років тому

    Really enjoyed it and learnt heaps thanks mate

  • @brick4x48
    @brick4x48 2 роки тому

    Hi Jim
    Just found your Chanel
    What about using star pockets with the chane

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  2 роки тому +1

      to big and heavy, you always have tent pegs

  • @NuggetMuncherGammer
    @NuggetMuncherGammer 6 років тому

    Book of knowledge mate.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому

      Hi over many years I busted most things at least once and when your got to fix it in the bush you get the need to keep it simple so you can fix it on the spot

  • @gregupton6188
    @gregupton6188 7 років тому

    Some good advice, thanks Jim.

  • @haroldharold3908
    @haroldharold3908 5 років тому

    hi Jim I think in one of your video you mention your wheels but I cant find it so may be it was somebody else...….I've got a Hilux and what I would like to know is do I need to do a lift on it say 2 inch and up grade the tier size mine is 2014 17 inch rimes 225/70r/17 what I'm asking is will I get enough clearance or do I need to go up to say 237/80r /17 to get the extra height or wider rimes to get out on these tracks like the desserts and crs or is stock standard ok thanks jim

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому +1

      Hi Harold I did the Canning Stock Route with no lift with with out much trouble but I think a 2" lift would have been a good idea. I got a 2" lift now and the first thing you need to ask your self is where do I want to go before you get bigger tires. I have found that stand tires are a lot cheaper in the out back and easy'er to get when you get the bigger ones you will find that most small town don't stock them and to get them you may have to stay there for up to 4 - 6 weeks it is great the have them but no I don't have any just the 2"lift

    • @haroldharold3908
      @haroldharold3908 5 років тому +1

      thanks Jim that's helpful

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому +1

      Hi Harold the big question you have to ask is how long is the bit of string you can get all the of road gear but can you fix or replace it when your in the outback that's why most if not all my gear is made by me so I can fix it

  • @blakee121
    @blakee121 6 років тому +1

    great work mate.

  • @wpgeeth
    @wpgeeth 7 років тому

    Awsome video. Learnt a lot.

  • @tomdixonzl2hgr15
    @tomdixonzl2hgr15 5 років тому

    Top video, with top advice!!

  • @mynameisjeff5785
    @mynameisjeff5785 7 років тому

    fantastic tips
    thank you for sharing

  • @rodanderson5677
    @rodanderson5677 8 років тому

    Jim you are a Legend

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  7 років тому +1

      just a bloke that wants 4x4ers to clean up the way they use the bush

  • @kencassyh
    @kencassyh 6 років тому

    K7fhj
    Hammy from America.
    Nice to meet you.
    Great info thank you for the video

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому

      your welcome hope it helps out with some ideas

  • @smelmore
    @smelmore 7 років тому

    nice work jim thx great tips

  • @madtoy65
    @madtoy65 5 років тому +1

    cheers mate .

  • @The-Real-Ando
    @The-Real-Ando 3 роки тому

    Bloody good!

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      Thanks hope it helps

    • @The-Real-Ando
      @The-Real-Ando 3 роки тому

      @@JimMcNabb44 pegging the chain to the ground is a new one on me, kind of obvious, now, but that’s gold right there. So you put one snatch strap loop through the other and use the dowel to hold it instead of the shackle? Cheers Jim happy travels.

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      @@The-Real-Ando Hi yes I have used the chain trick on clay pans it works but takes a lot of time to set up

    • @The-Real-Ando
      @The-Real-Ando 3 роки тому +1

      @@JimMcNabb44 well you’ve got all the time in the world if you’re stuck😂

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  3 роки тому

      @@The-Real-Ando I'm never stuck I'm just spending a bit more time at a nice place hi hi

  • @davideddy6506
    @davideddy6506 8 років тому

    Thanks jimmy

  • @vk2qcu
    @vk2qcu 8 років тому

    Hey Jim..... were you in Army ?

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому +1

      +watchdog05 Hi no never in the Army but I have spent many years working in the outback and from the things that busted I have learned what works and what will give you trouble.

  • @cheekstheusualsuspects1148
    @cheekstheusualsuspects1148 9 років тому

    thank you sir.

  • @Kryptic712
    @Kryptic712 8 років тому +1

    how much can i pick up a winch for

    • @williamcook5201
      @williamcook5201 8 років тому

      www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/winches/grande-winches.html
      pretty sure thats the winch jim runs the also sell another winch that look pretty good

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  8 років тому

      yep that's the one

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому

      yep that's the winch

  • @rjl110919581
    @rjl110919581 6 років тому

    THANK YOU VERY MUCH HEAR FROM SOME HAVE DID LOT TRAVELING IN BEAUTY AUSTRALIA BUSH AS GREAT EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE THAT SHARE WITH OTHER

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  6 років тому

      your welcome I hope you have fun and learn as you go

  • @atomichurley
    @atomichurley 4 роки тому

    the old fella who knows all the ticks

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks I been around lot's of old bush'eys when I was a kid and they showed me lots of tricks about working and living in the bush.

  • @John-fe1cd
    @John-fe1cd 5 років тому

    230L tank!! my goodness

    • @JimMcNabb44
      @JimMcNabb44  5 років тому +1

      Hi yep I only had the very big tank in for the Canning Stock Route WA, now I have a 60lt long range tank