1600 KM TEST RUN. 20-year-old Toyota Land Cruiser. ASPW StoryTIME.

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[@4xoverland]

1. There was no spare key. 2. An electrical fault, which is now fixed, locked the doors. 3. I'm human. I now have a spare, which I mount in a secret place outside the vehicle - like I do with all my 4wds.

[@dalep-i4844]

4xoverland I thought everybody had locked their keys in their car at least once in their life. Some of these people must be perfect.

[@mondohamster5702]

I have a dumb key (no smarts), cost about $20. Allows me to open door and all but start motor. Can even hang it around my neck and swim. Leave smart key in hidden in car.

[@seanslattery2535]

Andrew these things happen...if this didn't happen it would just be a trip at least now u have something to reflect on one day..I just love it when it is story time on your channel, and is that not what overlanding is about...the stories.

[@gqwarrior6694]

Cars that lock themselves are the true menace of today's motoring society. It's the start of the machine uprising I tell you. Seriously though, crap happens to everyone. Stuff em.

[@barryeaton8907]

Mine did the opposite. I came to get my truck one morning to find it unlocked, all the windows open as well as the sunroof. And it was raining

[@ewingfox6459]

What a wonderful storyteller! I first discovered your very early work from your time in Africa, then much to my delight realized that you were still telling stories 30 years later. Wonderful!

[@younesalsanhaji1603]

19:35 One of the best moments in this brilliant video. Reminds me of the little kids selling hand made local crafts in Morocco.

[@NyashaM]

Thanks for commenting about South African drivers. Most accelerate when they see orange and some proceed when it's just about about to turn red

[@garrettmoon8352]

such a pleasure to see your old footage weaved throughout this. We look forward to the next video.

[@mikehogan9265]

Enjoyed that. Nostalgia. Driven most of those roads and although I now live in Queensland South Africa is always in one's blood.

[@Innoventis]

Andrew I binge watch all of your creations but this is absolute masterpiece! Perfect balance of story, beautiful landscapes, cultural insights and car related stuff! Can't wait for part 2. Thank you!

[@mugizidavid9971]

I Always open yo videos for the reviews but end up sucked into whatever other things yo doing. I really appreciate yo work😊

[@twhaz2001]

Andrew, wonderful storytelling. Living your adventures with you is a gift. Thanks

[@wombatone5577]

I think revisiting the past can be a disappointment. The people we meet along life's journey can be why we retain fond memories. Locked out of your vehicle, yes, I have tried to kick my own arse on several occasions. Great memories, thank you!

[@WestVicOffroad]

I never do a fly-by, but when I do it's a "missed approach"

[@SIUDR7202]

I felt your pain twice. Once you knew you were locked out and 2nd breaking the window!! Sorry mate we all have been there.

[@garthhayward9581]

This is masterfully edited episode and must have been quite an emotional experience with all the memories of a time gone by. We're getting on Andrew.

[@george1187]

What can I say? It made me look for the next flight to South Africa. The stories, the scenery, the light,the colours, everything was just...special. Thank you, Andrew!

[@ewingfox6459]

Ok, left the gushy fanboy comment, now the film nerd comment - you made a very sonically rich video - love the subtle foley work. Beautiful!

[@gqwarrior6694]

Good work Andrew. Your time in the editing room was time was well spent. Excellent work.

[@chingon_grandpa]

One of your best yet...what great stories..thank you for sharing

[@videoinfography]

I have done the exact same route twice in 2016 and 2015 when I used to live in SA. This video brought a lot of good memories and emotions to me. Now being in Zambia I did Lusaka Johannesburg last year, and would love to do Joburg Cape Garden route once again. Thanks for flourishing those memories out of the deep of my heart.

[@acengineer737]

Was on holiday in South Africa last year. Stayed in Stelenboush, didn't know there was an airstrip. Would have gone for a flight. A guy at my airstrip here in the uk flys out of there a couple of times a year. Would like to return to South Africa

[@heidelbergfarm2676]

Great to see older vehicles used again. There are not many options left for this who use serious 4x4 everyday. I have 2000 model Patrol 4.2 diesel with a build up turbo motor. Cheap to purchase and easy to maintain. Me and my family enjoy it .

[@drivingparadox]

Really enjoying this series of videos Andrew.

[@offclan2141]

What do you expect your doing 90 in a 110Klm limit

[@4xoverland]

I expect people to respect others who are driving slower, and that death on the roads is caused by people who do not possess this respect. Sounds like you are in this group.

[@philipjooste9075]

The limit on the N1 is actually 120km/h and the road is generally in good condition with a wide shoulder but it irks me that some drivers will travel at just below the speed limit and will do their best not to move over in the slightest to allow faster traffic to pass. In my opinion they are a real danger to other road users along that long stretch of road as the ones likely to fall asleep at the wheel.

[@offclan2141]

4xoverland no Andrew speed doesn’t cause death shit drivers do

[@iainmacleod8103]

Andrew, it is you who is demonstrating a lack of respect by dawdling along the freeway below the speed limit and refusing to make way for the flow of traffic. It is mobile chicanes like you who are a danger on the road. I guarantee the person trying to maintain the speed limit is more alert than you. Fortunately you came to your senses and got off the national road to continue your sightseeing drive on back roads with speed limits more appropriate for that purpose.

[@bobbeebobbee6998]

Love my 105 ,2002 land cruiser here in Laos beautiful overland muddy trail.

[@maverick2242]

Love the fleece you have on from Lake Tekapo NZ Andrew 🤙 Good shake down run, enjoyed the kids with the windmills, they make a good looking product, give such great vibes too, knew you’d have your hands full though, they are persistent little salesmen, very cool though👍

[@jbreathe]

What a beautiful story with awesome scenary...thanks a lot

[@jaymoar3561]

Waited so long to see this thing in action!

[@moxy909]

Loved this vid, great to look back and reminisce, as for locking the keys in, that's life.. It happens, just another story to tell in a few years. Looking forward to seeing the quick pitch 270, looking for a selfsupporting replacement for the foxwing.. Then get it to the UK

[@nealfarrell]

Like you I too have a fascination and like of windmills. I get so sad when I see solar panels in place of windmills in the Kruger Park at watering holes. I also have a Toyota Hilux that is 13 years young with 286,000 km on the odo. No major work ever. Just tyres, brakes and two new batteries. Still feels young and good for another 286,000 Km. Your “Finding the source of the Okavango” is your in my opinion your best work to-date. I must have watched the entire series at least three times. The fourth starts tonight👍 This series I have so enjoyed. Thank you.

[@Sherkooti]

Your videos and efforts and your passion needs a hell lot of subscribers and views. Impressed with your quality of videos. Great Job

[@RudolfGraspointner]

This video is special for me, drove the N1 often. Love your road trip videos and travel stories, always great to see you get out of the workshop/garage!

[@stormrider1119]

Commenting on my excitement before even watching....

[@kclamer]

That shot in the setting sun was incredible, I cant even remember what the dialog was about as all I could think was how beautiful the light was.

[@mikeboone4425]

As fare as we are concerned one of your best video's the mixing of the past adventures very clever . As to your key mishap it happens weave all been down that frustrating road . As to me, dad gave me an extra key on a peace of twin when I was 15 years old and be leave it or not I still have it around my neck but with leather lanyard and I'm 76 years old . And yes over the years I have had as many as 3 keys on it but now only one . Happy trails

[@stevep8773]

We stopped at the Wagon Wheel on our return from a Botswana trip a couple of years ago and went to the bar. The gentleman serving us said I looked familiar -had I been there before? I jokingly said yes, but only once and in 1976. He studied my face another moment and sadi "Yes, I was here then and I remember your face". Amazing

[@e210dall3]

We have a serious problem. Not really. A serious problem is locking your keys in the car and then realising your camera battery is flat. Love the stories Andrew. The kids, wonderful.

[@dirk140]

I will still call you a fellow countryman Andrew. Thanks for a great video with many memories from my own travels.... So you are going to leave the 105 in South West Africa... Windhoek where I grew up.... Would have loved to cross roads someday. Somehow you manage to trigger plenty of my own life's memories. Missed your visit too Quick Pitch in Pretoria by a day! Brilliant kit.... Looking forward to the videos on the layout!

[@jerrymyahzcat]

Love your Lake Tekapo top. Been there many times.

[@jensbaufeldt7543]

Namibia, I had syncro VW parked there. Loved it, so much to see

[@Revnge7Fold]

I cant believe the airfield has not been striped clean to the concrete floor....

[@drciio]

Great story! Great edit!

[@victor-emmanuel7485]

Your video’s are “spek voor m’n bek” as we would say it in Flanders. Thanks for doing what you do Andrew! Merry Christmas

[@markoda8455]

😂😂the dogs barking at the end was priceless after a long day

[@vincentkeith5259]

Ah yes, the ever present green David Clarke Head Vices.

[@willtricks9432]

Nice country mate, nice drive and always go for the back roads when you can, that's the difference between having somewhere to go, you can go which way you like. having somewhere you have to be, usually not quick enough. Have a Mitsubishi Delica with the same self locking issue. Not been caught out yet but I always leave a window open or take my keys. Glad it's sorted and waiting for the next. Cheers

[@scottygsw]

Great stuff as usual!

[@jjunior6969]

Andrew = Hero.

[@NKPGarage]

That looks like an amazing trip!

[@AsherPardey]

Hey Andrew, I love this video! Excellent story telling! I'm rather saddened that you didn't enjoy your time in SA, but I understand it's changed quite a bit. I'm sorry about that! There are still lovely places in SA. Thanks for the videos, they are inspiring, and I cannot wait until I get a car to be able to do what you do.

[@philipjooste9075]

It is not nearly as bad as he makes it out to be.

[@christiankruse5193]

Great storytime. Absolutely love it!

[@TheEarthwinders]

What a drag to have to bust out a window on a rig you just finished. I didn't know you were a pilot as well. A man of many talents.

[@peterwheeler6330]

Miss old SA drove that road a lot to Burgersdorp love seeing it again wish there was a wimpy in Perth always stopped at wimpy in Colesberg

[@AkhonaNgquba]

This is true. I stay behind trucks and SUVs until the road opens up on the N1 (between JHB and Bloemfontein). I am the one in the family with the most stone chips on my windscreen and cracks. My sister and brother do not have those in their cars. They don't drive behind a truck. So there is that. I have more windscreen tickets. They have zero solid overtake tickets so there is that as well.

[@Swartberry007]

Please feel free to test the E11 between Dubai al Gheifat. Tailgating and driving up to 200+ km/h is currency. Passing either side of you.

[@4xoverland]

I found the driving in the UAE fast, and attention-getting, but the lane passing manners are very good. If you drive slow in the fast lane, they don't take kindly to it.

[@bigoz1734]

I wouldn't mind seeing a new 105 build. With modern technology the cheap and notoriously inefficient engine can be transformed into quite an efficient and capable. And not to mention. they're a lot cheaper than a diesel

[@Marius-Victor-1978]

Great man!!! Im from Romania

[@leenderdhoutzager9389]

Very nice vehicle, true about South African drivers and there bad road manners, always glad when I make it home safe, Here in Namibia not much better Just make sure about storing your Cruiser in Namibia, the road tax is only valid for 3 months, just make sure Customs don't impound your car

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

Keep it up, love you stuff! Hope to see you at Overland Expo West this year in the states!

[@achim489]

Times changes, you name if to to the ....whatever but memories stay, for me they have magic glue to stay connected to friends and people. Thank you for sharing

[@shekharmoona544]

I wish we could watch him on Top Gear or the Grand Tour.

[@bryomari]

I was just thinking of the same thing. He'd blend very well, but doesn't look like he likes humour

[@TheMultisportGeek]

Shekhar Moona can you imagine the arguing?

[@simon8089]

I used to carry a steel coat hanger in the bumper of my defender as a spare key

[@deriusnorris4463]

A road I travelled many times and still do. Regards from Cape Town

[@aukanmeister]

Thank you for this story!

[@jamessmith6402]

Very entertaining video 👍 thanks Andrew

[@josuandaendenanye7433]

Thanks Andrew, I learned a lot from your video besides entertainment

[@HoldenHSVlover]

I want to visit south Africa just to buy one of those little windmills!

[@kevinj9315]

Lovely editing. Great video

[@aeromech8563]

I hate central locking for that very reason and am so glad I have handraulic locks also was there not a piece of fencing wire somewhere not a technical car to open but I guess your rock hit the spot as so to speak. Great series Andrew 😎🇦🇺

[@ronsmith5648]

those kids had better gear up for high production now after this video l.o.l.

[@mondohamster5702]

Consolation to know that when they break into your car in Johberg they won't break the window? Unless they don't notice and break the nearside instead.

[@PommyDownUnder]

For future reference with no wire, in your wiper blade there is a thin bit of flat metal ideal for jimmying the lock down past the rubber.

[@TheEinart]

Nice video, cant wait to next one😃 have a safe trip.

[@jimnyjolly278]

Really enjoyed this one. On a similar journey to Swartkopmund from Pretoria we stopped at kuruman in mid town motel. Instead of a dawn chorus, we woke to boy racers blasting their music in the car park opposite at 3am.. We were on the road by 4am. Thanks

[@TheDl1000]

Great story time of times past but I also feel sometimes when I go back nothing is quite as remembered but very interesting to see but I feel your pain on keys being locked inside now all cars have spare key secured secretly in the chassis Never had to break a window but as I was not as remote as yourself Cheers

[@okshadowbannedjet7981]

Somehow, I like 20 year old cars the most, beautiful ride that Land Cruiser

[@LCM4x4]

I grew up in Swellendam and learnt to ride a bike on the airfield. My grandparents built and up until recently used to run Mountain View Cottage, all of us are now in England.

[@anthonymorris479]

Been waiting for this!

[@jdelaney9325]

Ahhhhh....locked keys inside vehicle. We can all relate to that can we not? Never happens at a good time or place.

[@willactually7509]

True dat!

[@4xfun821]

Good day to you. I really like to watch your videos as I also have this passion for building what I need and not buying what I don't want. Your vehicle is most likely parked by this time. It is right up my neck of the woods. I am actually in Pretoria. If ever you are this side of the compass again please drop a notification of some sort and perhaps we could meet up and have a cupper. Keep well mate and thanks for the videos.

[@ulrichschmidt164]

Hi Andrew, great piece but one remark: if I am not mistaken first properly used 4WD motor vehicle was the Dernburg Wagen designed by Paul Daimler for the German colony (today Namibia) in 1907. They created a few prototypes from 1904. It also had 4-wheel steering. None of the cars survived to this day.

[@SVtgr8]

bought a cruizer sight unseen and complain about “no cupholders” 🤪😂

[@chrissybabe8568]

Love the fact that you wear the Tekapo jacket everywhere. Was there two weeks ago.

[@thabonchu1568]

If you would allow me to criticise, I think you could have done so much more with this road trip. Okay I know you've done it many times, but for most of us, especially your international viewers, a trip like this would have been a great experience. Your negativity does not do justice to the interior of our beautiful country. Perhaps you should have a look at Voetspore's ViSA (on YT) for some inspiration.

[@4xoverland]

I know Johann from Voetspore, personally. He once played one on my Discovery Channel TV shows on camera on his trip in west Africa. His presentations are for a South African audience. Mine are for a global audience. I have no pressure on me to hide my feelings about places and events. SA is a very beautiful country, as I have said many, many times, but times have changed it, and not in many good ways. I do not look forward to driving in South Africa any more. And can no longer recommend it as a destination for tourists, because it's just not safe enough. The roads are deadly, and the crime is violent, and everywhere.

[@thabonchu1568]

@@4xoverland I very much value your reply. I am however disappointed that you feel that way and that you are now actively discouraging tourists from experiencing what is on offer here, with just your subjective view to go on.. Perhaps this 2019 report from an Australian travel advisory site will put things in perspective: "South Africa is an exciting, vibrant and dynamic country but it also has socio-economic problems, which have left the country with a high crime rate. The good news is South Africa is safe if you are sensible, do your homework and go prepared. Most areas that tourists venture to are safe and the likelihood of a tourist becoming a victim of violent crime in South Africa is low."

[@ARESEHOLE]

@@thabonchu1568 well put Thabo

[@heinrichr6664]

There is quite a big difference between Overlanding in South Africa versus simply being a tourist. Yes, it is a beautiful country to visit and as a tourist, you are able to cherry-pick the "good locations". However, that won't always be the case whilst Overlanding and you may run the risk of being hijacked or robbed (I've personally seen it happen on main roads). Having had the luxury of moving to Australia from South Africa, I actually fear the thought of Overlanding in South Africa. Also on that note, the little boys that made the windmills were talking Afrikaans to Andrew and had no idea he was a tourist. So the simple fact of "I'm a tourist", I'm safe doesn't apply. Anyhow, that's just my opinion between being a tourist and Overlanding, but I do understand your viewpoint.

[@neelsdelange5828]

@Thabo, I feel Andrew that your comments is 100% justifiable. Thabo it is better to tell the truth the whole SA is cuurently under a lie. SA has serious problems with its corrupt goverment. I am now taking a long trip to Western Cape and the thing in my head is the drivers Andrew has mentioned. It is a subject I am talking allot about seeing that its so dangerous and crime is a real issue, we not even talking about the stones that are thrown from bridges and the killing of people when stranded next to the road Oh and the corrupt cops targeting and harrasing drivers. SA is not the SA it once was very sad hey. Andrew keep telling the truth.

[@lukebryce5097]

It was heartbreaking watching you break that window for some reason. Another good episode 👍

[@glennharrold2392]

Andrew. As a 105 Owner i can attest to random electrical gremlins like your door lock issue. My rear wiper wont turn off and sometimes the horn will go off at night or after rain. Disconnecting the battery fixes it. I reckon its the Instrument control ECU. You could say its the character of the vehicle. Im also interested in the 79 series bull bar that was mentioned in episode 1. What mods were done to make it fit the 105. Cheers and keep the stories coming,

[@zonta71]

Glad the fj105 is back on the road. I was in Walvis bay/ swakopmund last month and I met some chaps who also said they didn't feel homely in south Africa again and moved to Namibia this year. Am hoping to do my first overland in Namibia with my Mercedes ml270 (w163). Look forward to your next video. Thank you

[@EvanMoon]

23:40 Don’t break that small window. Those are the most expensive because all the trim is connected with that window. It’s way less money to break the bigger window on the door

[@charliechristensen8140]

I doubt he would have the equipment to repair the biggest window

[@anbu999]

Goooo 1HZ!!!

[@AmelianaTSIIX]

Love to see some more Namibia in the future 🤔

[@sarelalberts8890]

Hi Andrew I think you got it wrong if you say South African drivers are the worst driver's .I agree that some of the drivers are not driving according to the law ,but here is a lot of very responsible drivers also .

[@marcpikas2859]

I think his comment about drivers not being considerate towards others is universal. My driving enjoyment is so much greater when I'm on back country dirt roads or trails with little to no traffic. People in a hurry in general cause accidents and rising car insurance premiums. Just this month a 30 car pile up with one fatality took place on hwy 401 in Canada. Of course they blamed the weather and road conditions but no mention about speed or following the car in front of you too closely. I'm sure most drivers involved think nothing could have been done to prevent it. I can understand why there is a belief that "smart" self-driving cars will substitute a driver's poor judgment though I feel that would take away a pleasurable part of the experience of driving for many.

[@jocummins8889]

Worst? No probably not, but pretty awful none the less. Bear in mind that Andrew now lives in Perth, where if someone drove like the average SA taxi, it would probably make the evening news.

[@emisampedro]

Dear friends, mine is absolutely NOT thirsty: 12,5 l/100km. driving agile on its 550.000 km. (85% on Spanish roads). 220HP, 540 torque, power curve almost flat over 80% between 1300 up to 3200 revs. My Landcruiser HDJ80 6cil 4200cc 24valves is 3000 kg. Includes few important improvements, many Australian, like: Australian Intercooler, Snorkel, third battery service, 2nd petrol Australian deposit 160 L (total 250 l of diesel), spare wheel in the back of the 5th door, water deposit 60 L, front defenses, total metal protections under vehicle (including nylon rear skates and special painting against stones and salt), internal stainless steel drawers with telescopic colapsable separation from pasangers, etc etc. I changed friction first and only one time with 450.000 km!!! My opinion is that this is one of the best vehicles in history (if not the best...). Hope to be an interesting info for the subject of your video that I enjoy as always. Thanks!

[@wyattoneable]

Your the best story teller on KZbin. Great footage as well. You could have just as easily edited out the locked car but nope, you keep the adventure very interesting.

[@thetouringprepper8681]

die ou met die glider se chom "ooh f*k " myself siek gelag

[@paulspeakman551]

Those South African drivers sound like the ones I encounter on the state highways here in Florida. Long stretches of wide open spaces and people get impatient then do dumb things.

[@willactually7509]

Spot on. Those impatient, speeding drivers you will get anywhere where great distances are involved but in my experience, the worst problem are those who insist on driving at 10 mph or so below the speed limit and will not pass or not let anyone else pass.

[@paulspeakman551]

@@willactually7509 I was on State Highway 60 the other day, pulling a trailer, doing 5 mph over the speed limit myself, and people were tailgating just itching to fly by me. Crazy.

[@pauls4708]

I agree.I have had two modern SUVs both of which can easily acheive and maintain the speed limit but time and time again people overtake me.....and then slow down

[@muddustoverlanding6934]

Andrew, locking my car with my key inside has always been my biggest fear. So I have developed a few habits. When I open and close gates in Africa, I always open my window. Same when I park and stay next to the car. Then, I always have a spare key on me. Breaking your window was pretty much the only solution and, gosh, it must hurt to come to that conclusion.

[@dewaldbiersteker7016]

Hi Andrew, what a fantastic video with lots of fond memories. Thank you, really enjoyed it. Greatings from the kgalagadi, where we are currently😀

[@prefereachother]

That was a rant for sure. There is not 3 drivers in rsa. So a wide statement for a narrow problem

[@nickwonfor3570]

Hi Andrew, the Mirage F1 at Stellenbosch was towed to the field by road from Cape Town International.

[@4xoverland]

that makes sense.

[@derciobene3458]

when I grow old, I wanna be as awesome as you

[@UncannySense]

this is a secret but I have a spare set of keys hidden undercarriage.