I find it's best to start with walks in your local area - You can then build up to breweries and pubs. Once you feel like you're ready, you can take your dog camping (and I mean real camping, under canvas & not in a composite panelled box). Eventually you can even take him on fishing boats. Be sure to remember, just because Fred's in a boat on the water, doesn't mean he's hydrated. He needs to be drinking the water, even more on a hot day (and allow for pee breaks, Nugget will hold on for over 12 hours because she can't yet squat off the side).

@@wolf.n.nugget I have a lot to learn. Thanks dad

I don't think I'll ever become as jaded about the outdoors as I have with live audio 🤞

Tell me about it! National Parks everywhere! - It's a shame they typically blanket ban dogs, chainsaws, vehicle camping and so much more, yet opening a huge mine in a 'conservation area' seems to be ok. 🤔 Patches of crown land and state forests are my go to when searching for a dog friendly spot - They're almost always a winner.

I've only once noticed a problem when driving, most of the times I've seen the damage before feeling it. It's 100% worth having a spare, if you have a V6 rok or an auto 4 banger you're going no-where if a CV is completely cactus.

@@wolf.n.nugget great to know thanks. I thought if it completely fails, you drive home without it.

On most cars you can, however most Amarok's donthave a centre lock. You'll just sit there with it sending drive through the front to the now open side of the diff. youtube.com/@darksidedevelopments have some cool videos on fully locking an Amarok. I'm not sure that anyone in Australia does it.

@@wolf.n.nugget thanks again. Really appreciate your insight

@@wolf.n.nugget Hi!, Thanks for the video. Just to be clear, is your Amarok automatic gearbox? Mine is manual, so I wonder if a manual with a broken CV can still work by disconnecting the 4x4.

I think it's classed as crown land so it's fair game. I've been there countless times and never had an issue. Be sure to wake up for sunrise, it's definitely worth it!

Very true, I dropped by there about 2 months ago and it's definitely changed in popularity!

Yes, I was replacing the whole cv because of the boot. I believe you can replace just the boot (dont quote me on this) however you need to press parts off/on and repack the bearings/grease. I've tried it once before and managed to get it back together only to realise it was off by ⅙ and seized up. It went straight into the bin, it's not worth the time or hassle.

@@wolf.n.nugget Thanks make, appreciate the detailed response!

It depends exactly what location you're referring to. I believe you could however it may vary based on your cars wading depth. If you flick through an IG message with your car model and desired location I should be able to tell you how achievable it is. I'd still drop some air. If you're normally Running 40 pound and drop to 30, it'll be fine to get there and back from Lithgow and it might just save you a tyre or a recovery - not to mention a more comfortable ride.

@@wolf.n.nugget Going by your reply I think I’m not that experienced a 4x4 driver to get there and back ☹️

Just been there over the weekend. I was being lazy not airing down although I had compressor on board and it was an uncomfortable drive. So yes you can get away without airing down, but you just have to go real slow and be ready to get thrown around in the car... and maybe some breakages. 😁

I know right! I think I marked the wrong track in the video, but either way at least it says there's an easier way. Great job getting up that hill, it's a nasty one, I'd be thanking my winch for that!

Thanks for the support! Unfortunately I don't, however you can find it in a few 4wd books and possibly online if you hunt around for pinnacle fire trail sunny corner - I first learnt of it from a book one of my mates had.

Without a doubt! The standard GSP ones are rubbish and will break so much easier. Chat to a CRD tech shop and they should be able to provide a bit more insight into it if you'd like more info around it, they see roks every day and will always recommend genuine CV's (unless you're looking at the after market extreme angle ones for $$$$)

@@wolf.n.nugget Thanks mate, CRD Coolum wrote back just after you and said the same thing. Found one for a decent price for the spares box. Appreciate the vid and response mate!! Will keep an eye out for future vids

Thank you so much for this! I'm paranoid someone will flag this for r4acism, your comment proves it's simply in jest. Thank you! Imma go put my vest on before I go shopping though.... Bushman DC85X - but to be honest I'm doing a comparison with my mates Kings fridge. I reckon it might actually be better and I will likely swap it over if the frost build up and temperature distribution is better.

I run a 110ltr dometic. Don't rule it out.

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback as it's my first attempt at a how to video. I've pulled one apart from an amarok, replaced the boot and attempted to repack it before. Never again! I'd rather pay full RRP than attempt it a second time. VW seem to design then as a $1,000 consumable.

Cheers for the feedback, I'll make a note to pick a slightly more elevator music style sound track. Thanks for taking the time to watch, I genuinely appreciate it 👍

Wiseman's ferry, just take out what you take in plus a few more. Some people like to trash the place now and then 😢

Simpson's Hill?

I love it. I've had it in 40+km/h winds on the edge of a cliff. Yes the car rocks a lot and with any other product you'd be shitting yourself about a breakage, but the Bush Company products are built the toughest out of anything i've come across. It provides great shade, I'll often hang my UE Boom off the tie down eyelets, sopping wet towels off the arms and cops a flogging in it's bag when folded up (Great quality zipper and hasn't shown a single sign of needing replacement). There's zero leakage between the awning and my tent which is a huge plus as this is a common problem for other products. My gripes are: - The walls are heinously expensive if you want to get them - The walls only go up/down, they don't flare out like most others - When it rains it tends to pool. I think this is because the canvas stretches ever so slightly but the velcro around the edges for the walls doesn't. You need to slack it off substantially which is fine when it's rainy with no wind, but if there's wind you need to peg the guys wires down from the middle of each section.

@wolf.n.nugget Totally agree on the walls$$$, I can't justify the cost. I just recently finished a trip to Bathurst 1000 and we had some winds and rain, it was very impressive in those conditions. 👏

Thank you Craig for your concerns regarding my mental health. Mum always told people I was special, I don't need KZbin to feel that way. The boat over there is their boat, and they're going to take me fishing next week.

KZbinrs are just the worst. I cut my dog’s legs off just so he couldn’t come with me to nice spots.

I should try and edit the countless hours of footage I now have. I'll try get onto it before the end of Sept.

Cheers for the comment, I really appreciate it. There's a lot of challenging tracks around that area and some really nice spots to camp - you'll love it!

Cheers for the encouragement and inspiration, I'm loving your content!

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270 XT Max by The Bush Company www.thebushcompany.com.au/product/270-xt-max-awning/ There's a few others for similar pricing that look just as well built but you need to have a good hunt for them as their marketing isn't as good. One of them looked a bit nicer than the XT Max. If I can remember the name I'll comment it below.

I've never been down on easter weekend - I think you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere quiet. I'll normally try push through a little further than most people are willing to go and that's where I'll find some real gems.

20-25 is my go to for most tracks where the condition is a little unknown. At 3.5t dropping a little extra air out really helps smooth out the drive and reduces stress on the vehicle

Sorry I don't really keep logs on smaller trips however it should be easy enough to work out based on the surrounding landmarks - it's how I'll normally try and find places.

I appreciate it!

Cheers mate, there's one in the backlog plus I filmed one yesterday/today - I'll try punch yesterday's clip out this week.

Right now I'd have no issue taking a POS Mazda 121 the whole way though. As mentioned the road is freshly graded, the road you see in the video is as bad as it gets (a smooth, unsealed, dusty road). I've never seen the track in a shape where you couldn't get an X-Trail through it. When it is rutted out and rocky you can just let some extra air out and take it slow. I've seen the likes of X-Trails and Rav 4's make it through the southern parts of Litchfield NP. If the water isn't too deep, take it slow, give way to others and it's not an issue.

Massive thanks! When I eventually make it West I'm going to try that marron roll you did the other day 🤤 Damn it looked good!

@@wolf.n.nugget make sure you let me know and we'll tee something up!

Legend! Thank you!

I couldn't think of a better place to take a brand new Forrester 👌 Just make sure you go while the road is fresh.