What it's really like travelling in a EX-ARMY UNIMOG Truck (2000 kms on the Savannah Way)

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  • @whiteeulogianraven7995
    @whiteeulogianraven7995 2 роки тому +6

    Another "wish it was me" episode. Picture quality, timing, framing and filters are getting NatGeo level. ¡¡PURA VIDA!!

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Your comments are always a delight to read, muchas gracias!

  • @skinnytroopy
    @skinnytroopy 2 роки тому +3

    The moustache seems to be enjoying the wild. Cheers

  • @davidotway8769
    @davidotway8769 2 роки тому +6

    Chris there's a caterpillar on your top lip

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 2 роки тому +3

    Cool ange and Chris 👍🍻

  • @petermcnaughton9031
    @petermcnaughton9031 2 роки тому +2

    Love the Aussie wave

  • @arnoldvaughn4701
    @arnoldvaughn4701 2 роки тому +5

    Love the show and live the truck. Watching from Clute, Texas.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Thanks Arnold for watching all the way from Texas!

  • @marco_zero-4x4
    @marco_zero-4x4 2 роки тому +12

    Have you tried lowering the tyre pressures for the long corrugated roads, the longer tyre footprint sits more on top of the corrugations and the softer tyre moulds around the bumps meaning you feel them less. It’s worth a try. Love the videos

    • @jasonh4167
      @jasonh4167 2 роки тому +1

      My buddy does that here in the canadian rockys.. ctis system.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +5

      We always lower our tyre pressure, it makes a difference but it's still bumpy. One thing we are considering in the future is changing our cab mounts.

  • @OverlandTravellers
    @OverlandTravellers 2 роки тому +2

    We feel ya with the corrugations 😅 Its pretty tiring when its hot and bumpy for hours and hours! Also love the patches you have going.

  • @Gladius7
    @Gladius7 2 роки тому +1

    I have listen to " Cant Hurt Me " by David Goggins 7 Times, I love it. Amazing book.

  • @steve2meter
    @steve2meter 2 роки тому +4

    Love the Borroloola area. Worked on an exploratory oil rig in the 80s.
    Thanks for taking us along for the adventure.
    Great drone footage as usual.

  • @pilchard2000
    @pilchard2000 2 роки тому +7

    Your photography is getting seriously good , thanks for letting us on board . Always look forward to another episode . 👍

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Thanks a lot Rodney for the awesome feedback, that is really nice to hear!

  • @seanchristie7150
    @seanchristie7150 2 роки тому +3

    Loved the final episode for the Savannah way. Enjoy FNQ, looking forward to your next episode

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much Sean, that's great to hear! See you next week for our Daintree Rainforest episode :)

  • @gadgetphilosophy8290
    @gadgetphilosophy8290 2 роки тому +4

    Your video editing is getting better and better. Respect.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Thank you for sharing this really nice feedback, much appreciated!!

  • @pinny6x6
    @pinny6x6 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks for all the great content guys. Can't wait to see how the mog goes up the cape as I would like to do the same in a mog.
    Keep up the awesome work...

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot for following along! The Cape was a proper adventure in the Mog, we look forward to sharing the episodes :)

  • @Smart56
    @Smart56 2 роки тому +4

    Great video team. Be mindful travelling with the blinds closed, this can weaken the springs especially on corrugations.

  • @treetime3043
    @treetime3043 2 роки тому +2

    Hello from Medellin, Colombia...I am lovn Australia!♥

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching all the way from Columbia!

  • @donnawarmouth9329
    @donnawarmouth9329 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful content

  • @krodo93
    @krodo93 2 роки тому +3

    I love to see your adventures, I see you from El Salvador

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching all the way from El Salvador!

  • @vickyloveday88
    @vickyloveday88 2 роки тому +4

    Great to come along on your travels once again, looks so amazing, love all the wildlife along the way, that Bovine was proper chillaxin' 😊 take care both. 😊🌈

  • @samuelsundin
    @samuelsundin 2 роки тому +1

    In addition to the design of the suspension, I would guess most features on the mog are designed for durability and load capacity, not speed.

  • @NoFixedDestinationAu
    @NoFixedDestinationAu 2 роки тому +5

    Great ep. Guys. I am planning on heading up the to the tip next year and am excited to see how your adventure goes. Cheers.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot Malcolm for watching! It was one hell of an adventure, we have 4 videos coming up :)

  • @laurentrichard7541
    @laurentrichard7541 2 роки тому +3

    Bonjour de France, toujours aussi intéressantes vos vidéos!
    Et ces paysages, ça fait rêver 😍
    Merci pour le temps que vous prenez pour nous faire partager tout cela!

  • @stevenjohannesen88
    @stevenjohannesen88 2 роки тому +4

    Great Vlog, ❤️🦘🦘🦘

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot for watching Steven!

  • @Tomdogful
    @Tomdogful 2 роки тому

    That Black Cockatoo feather is a beauty 👍

  • @zoezoe610
    @zoezoe610 2 роки тому +2

    You mustache reminds me of a movie star I once knew :)

  • @martysib6547
    @martysib6547 2 роки тому +1

    👍
    Marty from Perth

  • @vantripping
    @vantripping 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. I too stop and talk to cattle. And collect raptor feathers too. Cool experience with the grouper.

  • @CaSuMog
    @CaSuMog 2 роки тому +1

    Atkinson VOS do a great sound deadening kit. I think its expensive, but afaik its well worth it. I still have to finish our U1650 before I can judge it myself.

  • @4x4smile
    @4x4smile 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome drone footage. Man you guys are taking a beating in the mog. Have you thought about getting it resprung with a softer spring? Industrial spring makers in SA made me custom springs years ago they may be able to help. Great episode.

  • @wesleyclayton9181
    @wesleyclayton9181 2 роки тому +2

    What temperature on the portal axles is fine and what temp is oh crap that's not good..
    Cheers guys, keep living the dream 👍👍

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Ours are usually between 35 to 45 max. Any higher than that we would need to investigate. Thanks for watching Wesley!

  • @billw6182
    @billw6182 2 роки тому

    As has been said air down more. I take my Jeep tyres down to about 17-18 psi , now, I know the MOG is a much bigger heavier vehicle , so airing down is different obviously...but I think its all relative. I also have my suspension set up with stiff springs, and shocks to match, for heavy load carrying. The Boreal forest and Taiga of Northern Canada is rough as hell and corrugated like crazy . I just finished this past summer the Trans Taiga in northern Quebec this road is rough beyond belief in places 666 km's of it, and airing down was the key . Cheers Wild Bill overlanding the Arctic watershed and Taiga of northern Canada. Never stop exploring!!

  • @robmay4525
    @robmay4525 2 роки тому +3

    Did you guys see the Undara Lava Tubes? they are pretty amazing.

    • @Mark_Bridges
      @Mark_Bridges 2 роки тому +1

      I agree, that's a place to visit. Went there in 2019. Well worth it.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      We stopped on the way but we didn't know you had to book a tour to see them so we carried on, maybe another time!

  • @flybyairplane3528
    @flybyairplane3528 2 роки тому

    The LANDSCAPE CHANGES QUICKLY AT TIMES,, really great trip, I’ll never be able to do a trip like this, being 81 now,, safe trip enjoy it God Bless you !🇦🇺🇦🇺🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @AV036
    @AV036 2 роки тому +1

    LOL, Some body just dated a rock .."1,500,000,000" years ago, wow, for a moment there I forgot they also told us
    the Earth is a spinning water ball with gas and air pressure right next to a magical sky vacuum vortex.🍻

  • @iangadget3848
    @iangadget3848 2 роки тому

    Just bought your fire lighting solution at Bunnings. Blowtorch beats paper or fire lighters any day.

  • @ianhoward4320
    @ianhoward4320 2 роки тому

    Chris with driving think about double clutching when higher speed traveling or when suitable changing gear as that is what it was designed to have happen

  • @carojean4925
    @carojean4925 2 роки тому

    Hi Ange & Chris. ceci est un exercice afin qu'Ange ne perde pas l'utilisation de son Français. Un grand bravo à vous pour le travail accompli dans la réalisation de votre camion d'expédition. Vos vidéos sont rafraichissantes, instructives, et apportent certainement une grande motivation à tous ceux qui voudraient se lancer dans la construction ou amélioration de leurs véhicules. Nous avons pris le train en marche et remontons le fil de votre actualité. En Europe, il y a une bible qui me sert encore de livre de chevet : Motorhome, self-build and optimisation de Ulrich Dolde, mais nous pensons que vous l'avez déjà. C'est une mine d'information régulièrement mise à jour. Un camion d'expédition n'est jamais achevé, c'est comme une maison, il y a toujours quelque chose à améliorer ou changer. Depuis 2 ans que nous roulons, la liste des améliorations à faire s'allonge, mais quel plaisir. Maintenant que vous êtes sur la route, profitez-en un maximum, et surtout continuez à en faire profiter au maximum de personnes. Qui sait, peut-être un jour nous croiserons nous sur les routes. Chapeau bas pour n'avoir jamais baissé les bras face aux différents problèmes. Quelle énergie, on voit bien qu'il y a de la discipline derrière tout cela. Bien à vous, Caroline et Jean: @the.freeman.tour.

  • @matth9700
    @matth9700 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for another great episode! Are you guys traveling with Lee and Stephie up to the tip of the cap??

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot Matt for watching! Unfortunately we missed Steph and Leigh by a few weeks, we hope we can catch up with them later on :)

    • @matth9700
      @matth9700 2 роки тому +2

      @@TheOutFit No worries. Look for to seeing you both start traveling up there next week:) Cheers, Matt.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      @@matth9700 it was one hell of an adventure!

  • @terrysmith1307
    @terrysmith1307 2 роки тому +2

    Now you know the Gvm Of the truck can you not get a set of springs made to give you a much better ride great vid

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      There are softer springs available on the market for Mogs but they also raise the overall height of the Mog which we want to avoid for now. We will first look at changing our cab mounts. Thanks for watching Terry!

  • @David-qu4qj
    @David-qu4qj 2 роки тому +2

    Hello U2
    You guys do Great videos on your adventure, work, & workouts!
    I’m building a overlanding rig myself and some
    Questions:
    1-How often do you guys use the A/C ?
    2-Do you think is it worth having?
    3-Doing it again Would you change the A/C system?
    And if so what kind and why?
    thank you in advance
    David 🤙🏼🥩💯

  • @Davi.b
    @Davi.b 2 роки тому

    G'day guys. Good to see you made it to Queensland.... much to see n do all the way down the coast line. Danger:::::
    The most dangerous are the box jellyfish and Irukandji. The stinger season usually peaks from November to March.
    Snakes are active as of from NOW.
    Milla Milla falls is awesome. All down the port Douglas coast line . Watch out for the flood zones. Keep out if creeks and low lying areas for camping over night.
    Plenty of fresh fruit n veg available. Fraser Island. Moreton Island and my favourite North Stradbroke around point look out. Brisbane area. Love ya channel . Be safe .

  • @unpluggedkiwi1063
    @unpluggedkiwi1063 2 роки тому +2

    I don't think anyone would argue with the fact that the Unimog is an incredibly capable vehicle. But it is also quite noisy and very stiff riding, so not exactly comfortable. How often do you actually need the off-road capability of the Mog ie would a lesser vehicle do what you want while being more comfortable?

    • @Andy_M986
      @Andy_M986 2 роки тому +2

      I would prefer the Mog, there are places a more comfy vehicle can't go,not many,but the fact there is so much room,makes it more of a better option to me.

    • @unpluggedkiwi1063
      @unpluggedkiwi1063 2 роки тому +2

      @@Andy_M986 I don't deny that in the slightest. What I am wondering, is how often the Mogs full capabilities are needed for overlanding. Would something a bit less hardcore do everything that is required for overlanding, but more comfortably and more economically.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +4

      We didn't choose the Mog just for its incredible offroad capabilities. We also chose it because :
      - if has a great GVM and we can carry a lot more than most vehicles (we have some future plans for that)
      - we can take our house with us everywhere without towing which we really didn't want to do
      - we have room for 3
      - it is a really reliable vehicle with no electronics
      - it was an affordable vehicle to buy
      We are happy to have some small sacrifices with a bumpier ride for all of the above.

  • @cootha8631
    @cootha8631 2 роки тому

    I tried to read that "Why You Can't Pay Attention" book too, but didn't get past the first page.

  • @camlongo5208
    @camlongo5208 2 роки тому +3

    How are you both not worried about snakes, scorpions etc on those rocks in the outback? Have been watching your channel for 6 months now. Also, planning to settle in AUS in the future

    • @Mark_Bridges
      @Mark_Bridges 2 роки тому +5

      Sure there are snakes etc around, however you can go days without seeing one when walking around and people rarely get bitten. Australia's snake and spider 'problem' is a bit exaggerated. You just watch where you're walking, be aware, and you're fine.

    • @stephenbarlin2314
      @stephenbarlin2314 2 роки тому +3

      For me flies are far more of a problem than snakes or spiders.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +2

      It's actually pretty rare to see snakes around to be honest, we haven't seen that many in 3 years! We are always a bit more careful if we go for a bushwalk in "overgrown" areas or at night time. You'll love Aus :)

  • @spudboy1328
    @spudboy1328 2 роки тому +5

    What PSI are you running on corrugtions? We found that 45 F and 50 R was a good combination on a 9.5 tonne MAN, but we had parabolics on the front and air suspension on the rear, so I think that helped quite a bit.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +2

      We run similar pressure on corrugations. We actually had them even lower on our way back from Cape York as the road conditions were horrendous. We are looking at changing our cab mounts as we don't know old they are and they might be almost gone.

    • @spudboy1328
      @spudboy1328 2 роки тому

      @@TheOutFit Does your cab have its own suspension? Ours had airbags and shocks, keeping the cab more insulated from the chassis. I would move up and down 100mm or so, and I reckon that helped. Lowest tyre pressures we ran was 25PSI (F&R) in sand, but we weren't going very fast at all.
      Mog Central sell springs that are 30% lighter than OEM. Might be worth investigating.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      @@spudboy1328 The cab mounts would probably do a similar job that's why we are thinking of changing them. We've done 25psi on very soft sand too. The only problem with the springs from Mog Central is that they also raise the Mog by 3" which we don't want but there might be a new option coming soon that doesn't lift the Mog so we'll keep an eye for it!

  • @davidthornborough3395
    @davidthornborough3395 2 роки тому

    bit late but back from prospecting .Another great vid and some good footage .must ask Chris ,on the heavy corrugation are you reducing the tyre pressures . Funny as trying to chase down the frill neck lizard . Looking forward to the next one stay safe both of you

  • @RobertEdwards_wales
    @RobertEdwards_wales 2 роки тому

    you need some air seats. use them everyday at work, make a hell of a difference.

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Hi Robert, we already have air seats :)

  • @davidthornborough3395
    @davidthornborough3395 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @billybunter6943
    @billybunter6943 2 роки тому

    Let yr Tyers down some, the roads become a lot smoother...

  • @dflood316
    @dflood316 2 роки тому

    Great video!

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 2 роки тому +1

    good v id thanks lee

  • @mcgee699
    @mcgee699 2 роки тому

    You guys should get air ride seats or something similar 👌

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      We already have air seats 👍

    • @mcgee699
      @mcgee699 2 роки тому

      @@TheOutFit Ah nice! It was worth a try haha. Love you setup! If your still in Cairns have a look/swim at Milla Milla Falls. 👌☺️

  • @leepetmecky4742
    @leepetmecky4742 2 роки тому

    I read Batavia based on your recommendation. OMG! What a story. Loved it. Is the replica ship in Sydney harbor? If you go to the big city, you gotta show that. I might have seen it when I was there years ago but didn’t know the story of the ship back then. Also, read David Goggin’s book, You Can’t Hurt Me. Really good too. Chris, maybe we should start a book club. 😉

  • @Andy_M986
    @Andy_M986 2 роки тому +2

    Don't you mean 1.5 Billion years ago?.

  • @Hipporider
    @Hipporider 2 роки тому +2

    What's the fuel economy for the Mog while doing highway driving?

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      On that 2000kms stretch we averaged 23.2l/100.

    • @cootha8631
      @cootha8631 2 роки тому

      @@TheOutFit So what's that with the price of diesel about $1000 for 2000k's? That must hurt. But adventure of a lifetime it's worth it.

  • @carlosramirez-ow6ks
    @carlosramirez-ow6ks 2 роки тому

    Precioso Australia, Sorprendente. Las rutas de ripio son mis favoritas, pocos vehiculos, transito lento, y logicamente se puede apreciar el paisaje. Ademas acampar en lugares llenos de naturaleza. El Mog, una maravilla. Saludos desde Cordoba Argentina.

  • @EJChezz
    @EJChezz 2 роки тому

    Are you guys gonna be by Shoalwater Bay Military Training Area at the end of your trip ? I was there a few years back during our summer (your winter). Just wondering. Thanks for another awesome video.

  • @andrefischer5025
    @andrefischer5025 2 роки тому +1

    Chris, did you say "ambient temp at portals"?

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому

      Hi Andre, yes the front portals were roughly at 35 degrees.

    • @andrefischer5025
      @andrefischer5025 2 роки тому

      @@TheOutFit do you think you could sneak into a video what you check and what temperature rages you are happy with?

  • @LAP1050
    @LAP1050 2 роки тому

    Corrugated roads 🇦🇺 - We call them Washboard roads 🇺🇸. Either one will shake the fillings out of your teeth 🦷 😅. Looking forward to Queensland…👍

  • @mradventure3566
    @mradventure3566 2 роки тому

    What is your spotofi channel?

  • @camlongo5208
    @camlongo5208 2 роки тому

    What are peoples options when looking to buy vehicles in AUS with that big LCT in place? Does this make it very difficult for car enthusiast to enjoy their passion in AUS?

    • @StephenFogarty2023
      @StephenFogarty2023 2 роки тому

      Hi Cam,
      LCT was introduced in Australia in July 2001, at 25 %
      It was meant to help protect the local car manufacturing industry, by making the cost of more expensive imported cars, more expensive.
      In 2001, it probably was effective on any car priced above $ 50 k.
      LCT increased to 33 % in 2008.
      The threshold amount is currently about $ 70 k, on cars with fuel consumption above 7 litres / 100 km
      For more fuel efficient vehicles, the threshold is about $ 78 k
      In round figures, a vehicle with RRP of $ 100 k
      Includes $ 10 k of GST and
      $ 10 k of LCT.
      The higher the price of a vehicle above $ 100 k, it’s price escalates up a lot, due to the 33 % of LCT.
      A 10 % GST always applies, plus the cost of initial stamp duty and registration and Dealer Delivery Fee.
      In state of NSW, the stamp duty on $ 100 k, is a once off $ 4,100.00
      Registration costs approx
      $ 1,000.00 ( annually )
      Dealer Delivery Fee varies, but approx $ 3 k ( once only )
      So a $ 100 k RRP vehicle, costs about $ 108 k to drive it home.
      In June 2021, a new Benz GLS 400d
      RRP of $ 165 k
      Approx $ 23 k was LCT and about $ 15 k of GST !
      LCT also applied to any car manufactured in Australia by Ford or Toyota or GM, if the cars price got above LCT threshold…
      Large scale automotive manufacture by Ford ended in Australia in late 2016.
      Toyota and GM ceased any local manufacturer late 2017.
      So why do we still have LCT, if large scale automotive manufacture ended in Australia in 2017 ?
      Great question.
      The Federal Government keeps on banking about
      $ 700 million / year in Revenue from it !!
      LCT absolutely sucks.
      It doesn’t just affect sports cars that cost more then
      $ 100 k
      It’s on sedans / SUV etc !
      Many top level versions of family cars like a Mazda CX-9 or Toyota Prado or Hyundai Pallisade also incur LCT…
      It’s really crazy as it makes it a lot more expensive to buy a new car that comes with various safety features. 🤷🏻‍♂️
      If FTA with the EU finally happens, hopefully LCT will be scrapped as part of this. 🙏🏻
      In Australia, I think Porsche 911 range starts at about
      $ 300 k RRP.
      Within the $ 300 k is about $ 55 k of LCT and nearly
      $ 30 k of GST
      Plus cost of options
      Plus registration
      Plus Dealer Delivery Fee
      Plus Stamp Duty
      😩😩

  • @anthonywhitney634
    @anthonywhitney634 2 роки тому

    Hey guys, do you drop tyre pressure on the Mog when driving corrugations?

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Yep always, it certainly helps but the ride is still bumpy.

  • @Scalihoo
    @Scalihoo 2 роки тому +1

    liked

  • @rogerwileman8399
    @rogerwileman8399 2 роки тому +1

    I am enjoying the blogs but don't understand why you travel so fast ? . When we traveled we would do 250 miles then settle in for a few days .

    • @TheOutFit
      @TheOutFit  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching Roger! In general it has to do with the weather. In Northern Australia it's soon will be the wet season with torrential rains so we wanted to head to Tropical North Queensland and Cape York before that :)

  • @marcelobarbosapereirabarbo875
    @marcelobarbosapereirabarbo875 2 роки тому +1

    👏👏👏🇧🇷

  • @jmsask
    @jmsask 2 роки тому

    🍻✌️