A DAY IN THE LIFE - The Nullarbor

[@PhilBubner]

Just watched this episode for the second time absolutely fantastic as they all are. A good mate of mine Jeffo Denton is part owner of the Penong Pub and probably cooked your tucker there. His Dad was Goog Denton who pushed Goog's track in the 70's, hopefully when you get the Oka you do the track as it is fantastic. Another mate Mario Nicholls used to take his Kombi out to Goog's lake regularly, the last time i remember was when we did the Memorial for Goog. Cheers Phil

[@julianmcgregor7949]

Thanks for sharing that Phil

[@leesydneyharry7958]

Just keep singing Zuri, just keep thinking happy thoughts. ❤🎉❤

[@Straitjacket808]

Fantastic. Probably my all time favourite video of yours.

[@jenwhi7778]

Oh guys. That was great. I just loveeeee watching your adventure. These years with Zuri are so precious. ❤😊🚙🤙🏻

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

😍🤙🏻 thank you!!!

[@jmpersonal2402]

Your journey towards Eucla reminded me that Mr Policeman used to have a red Holden Commodore wagon. A strange memory as I have not been caught as I just cruise along. An incredible stretch of road - the wedgies always amaze me. Your videos are great, the best because I tend to forget to take photos or videos. Seven times I have crossed the Nullarbor, and six of the seven have been in VWs... It is great to see families having great fun - keep it up and keep safe...

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks for following along - great to hear you really enjoy our adventures!

[@thelotusdancer1]

Suri (not sure how to spell her name!) is becoming so animated as she gets older. She is so adorable! Massive cutie! Congratulations on little brother or sister coming soon 🎉❤

[@billybud9557]

As an old grampa with 6 grandaughters, that little one is sooo fun to watch grow....!

[@scottsokolenko3718]

Those sliders were good 👍🏼

[@idrisgocer4374]

Harika bir aile ve çok güzel bir ülke Doğal çekimlerinizin devam etmesi dikeğiyle

[@darrenclark5956]

Love it..We did 4 years on the road in a long wheel base coaster bus..birthed our daughter in a tent then carried on..Miss it alot..just about to travel to W.A on my motor bike...living the dream..Built the bus in Freo..Your oka adventure is so similar to our bus build 20 years ago.. Also did a lap in a 72 combi in 1991...Thanks for the great videos.

[@roj7065]

Hey guys! Midwife here! Just a handy tip! The celexane you’re using has a special hard plastic cover to reduce needle stick injuries so you don’t have to recap. Just push the syringe in a bit harder once you’re done in the needle and a little plastic cover come out over the needle.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks for the tip :)

[@stanleyj.mitchell4851]

I’ve just returned from a trip to the west. Two places I love, the Eucla and Madaru passes. Unbelievable.

[@MarkCreighton-tc7sy]

I am glad you are back on Aussie roads entertaining me in Sydney.................................

[@maddog.mcewan]

that was rock n roll !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks mate!

[@Straitjacket808]

Love all your videos. You're a great family enjoying life. Especially love this one showing how you live in your combi.

[@gerryarabit]

The good thing is Mr. K is a good reliable durable all around mechanic. The VW engine stock is a lot of mechanical breakdowns...but if you are mechanically inclined you are in for an adventure. I owned an 82 air cooled Vanagon and a 88 Watercooled Westfalia which I totally missed. More exciting kombi van to you guys. Love ur blog.

[@Pumpkin-Eater-f4e]

You both have the Aussie wave down packed. The flies are terrible in Australia outback.

[@Nedslevel]

Another awesome video

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Great to hear 👍🏻

[@michaelmcpherson3440]

Thanks for your day in the life Karstan has the patience of a saint keeping his girls entertained! or is it apple man? your girls are adorable Karstan! you're a lucky man to have 2 great gorgeous travelling companions. I'm impressed by your tolerance of driving the distances you did in a Kombi! No wonder bed is awesome to stretch out to your normal height!

[@petevawser7310]

Another great vid. Welcome to SA.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks Pete 👍🏻

[@ausjen]

I came across you in Bali and followed you home, so glad I did!

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

We are glad you did too!

[@robsadventures4653]

Loved this

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks Rob!

[@wendymacfarlane5320]

Thank you a huge trip !!

[@andrewmorgan4306]

Love the windmills at Penong.

[@jasonbarnes5605]

Wow! I loved that video. I watch a lot of Aussie travel videos and see all the amazing scenery ( which is great) but this style of filming every day life is way more engaging.one tends to get saturated with beautiful scenery-you tube channel after channel to the point where I need to stop watching it because I want to travel and see it myself! This episode is where the real interest is. Its sustainable and real in my opinion. Love it!

[@davenmoo]

Agh guys the Baladonia / Parmango track is a terrific shortcut to or from Esperance! Towed a camper trailer along it no problem. Pretty rocky in parts. Thanks for just making our day. Cheers

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks for watching 😄🤙🏻

[@garybaker9593]

Very cool guys.

[@elainemcintyre4407]

This is a lovely video to see, thank you for a glimpse into your family life. All the best with the new baby. Stay safe & happy. Elaine from Queensland.

[@fromalandfaraway1789]

Can't wait to see where you end up next you guys are such a blast the vidios are never long enough could watch you all day, you always put a smile on my face with each one of your antics love you all. 🙂

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks so much!! We can’t wait to see where we end up either 😜 this year is going to be jam packed!!

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks so much!! We can’t wait to see where we end up either 😜 this year is going to be jam packed!! Looking forward to sharing our adventures 🤙🏻

[@vickimathews1970]

I still remember that Great Australian Bight view when I was 14 in 1984, it's stunning, you can pretty much see the shape of our beautiful coastline as far as the eye can see, I've never seen such an amazing view anywhere else of our coast in Australia since. I too am heading off from SA to WA after easter, can't wait, it's been since that year with my Parent's that was my last time across the Nullarbor. Thank you for sharing. Also a quick one, did you see any check points where they take your fruit/veg/meat etc., off you, they did back in 1984? I look forward to hearing from you soon, thanks guys.

[@dups]

LOL 🤣🤣🤣i love how ZUZU says one is going to be 4 and one is going to be 3......Absolutely PRICELESS

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Haha she’s a funny kid!

[@fleurneumann8430]

Loved your video and your drone footage over the Bight . Will be following in your footsteps in 5 days time . A must do is to view the windmills at Penong at sunset …… that was awesome .

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Oh nice - have fun! Such a beautiful area to explore 👍🏻

[@changemanagementexpertatth8904]

Karstan And Maxine, Hello from America! I’m Gretchen. My hubby (Paul) is from Melbourne. Been in the USA since age 15. We are massive fans of The Block. We only get 6-ish seasons here. Just watched Glass House again. Looked you guys up. Will you be going to Tassie? We will likely move there in a year or so. Would LOVE to watch you two trek through Tassie so we can learn more. Travel safely! We’ll keep watching you two. Cutest couple ever!!!

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Hi Gretchen 👋🏻 thanks for looking us up! Wow the block was so many years ago 😄 we will be doing Tassie but it won’t be til next year at this point 👍🏻

[@DaveMacsCamp]

Wow guys! Loved the video. A window into a day in the lives of a touring/overlanding family. Great stuff. With the heat of the days ATM you could throw in a mono 30,40 or even 50 to keep up the oil pressure and slow the seep a bit 😉.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks for the tips!!! And so glad you enjoyed this ep 😄

[@ewancooper3031]

My wife and I would have met you guys at zanders when you worked there as that was our favourite place on weekends

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

How cool!!! Such a beautiful spot.

[@brianrollins3245]

road tripping with the little one is a very special time and makes great memories. Stopping for a stretch and explore every couple of hours as you have done is definitely the way to go. Aiming for the pub at the end of a long day on the road just makes it all easier - no prep, no cooking, no cleanup - and it helps the local economy.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Absolutely!! We love the regular stops and the pub at the end is always a reward to look forward to 😄👍🏻

[@njpw1402]

You guys are awesome 🤩 thank you so much for this video 😊😊

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks for watching 👍🏻😄

[@peterdiebel7372]

Wow, ive been watching you guys for over a year now, and youre amazing! I can t remember the engine size, but I saw you didnt have a skid plate and I couldnt see a remote oil filter. Good luck in your travels and keep safe always . Cheers from British Columbia Canada , eh!!

[@minhgtr]

Wow what a sunset guys. I remember driving across the Nullarbor when young with my mum. From Sydney to Perth.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Amazing views around this area!

[@kathycarter-stokes2127]

What an incredible episode. So awesome to share your day at home. Felt like I was there with you - loved every moment - the singing the stories the love between you all …. And thanks for the goodnight. Perfect timing -so many smiles ❤❤❤

[@viviennejonkman2357]

Hi Maxine, those Barbie's need a bit of washing softener. Will make the hair smooth again. I love Zuzu, extremely sweet and I think she will make a great big sister to her little brother (my opinion) x

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

She’s an amazing little girl 💗

[@vanessaconedera9304]

Best brew that Hunt and Brew is the Australia is the bomb. Also Zu Zu your fairy dress and boots are the best. Never lose your spunk little one. Xxx

[@gazzafloss]

Love the simplicity and style of your Kombi travels folks, keep it simple. So great to see that Zuri is a perfectly normal little girl who likes to "bug" her parents for her love and entertainment. If you think you've got it tough now wait until you're traveling with two, we did our travels camping in a tent with two little kids, boy and girl in the early '80's, sometimes pretty stressful with all the "bugging" each other then mum, then dad. But they grow up so fast and you miss the times and fun we had as a family together travelling. And our kids turned out all the better for that time on the road and are now doing it with their own little families.

[@Scott-fc2lz]

Hi you always have great music! When we drove to Queensland and back it was the cassette of the Wiggles over and over great days! Thanks safe journey!

[@dashonedashtwo4304]

Morning crew! Having my morning coffee watching the episode. If you happen to come past pt Lincoln be sure to come into Dolores Divine Cafe best gourmet food and coffee. Also…I have a full workshop and hoist that your more than welcome to use and fix that crying oil!! Drive safe guys.

[@louey59]

so, enjoy travelling with you guys, so down to earth just love it.

[@brendanmcfall739]

Aaah thankyou for continuing to share your journeys brightens up my Sunday morning watching here in UK. Such a personal video today, thanks a million. Lots of love from over here 💕

[@paulsmit8147]

Nice one 🤙

[@marcusrwalker]

you should film every day like this :) daily uploads

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Haha we’d need an editing team for that 😜 haha but so glad you enjoy it!!!

[@OldVolksNeverDie]

Big day that bud! Bet the old cruise control toe was pumped lol

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

😂 haha yeah!!!

[@MarkCreighton-tc7sy]

I had multiple VDO gauges like yours in my 1972 Datsun 1600..........................

[@Truckedoffroundoz]

Laughed so hard over the pulling off!! 😂😂Another awesome episode love that you keep it real 💛

[@richardjermyn8284]

Love the Nullabor drive - time to reflect on life. Eucla is a hidden gem. Kitchen was closed but they cooked up a meal for us - legends

[@harryloibl5183]

There is a good product to stop oil leeks to add in the oil , it may not stop completely, I can’t think of the name but certainly worth trying 😊

[@aussieo684]

Hey KarMaxZu, would love to see a video going through your setup: water, fuel, power, internet, winches, bed, storage, fuel economy etc. I as well as many others would find this really interesting. Cheers legends, safe travels.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

It’s coming 😄👍🏻

[@robyndehavilland1609]

I loved this episode SO much, a bit of everything and so fun. The footage of the Kombi at the Bunda Cliffs is spectacular, the edge of Aus ❤️. And the Penong windmills in that light are amazing, I’ve never seen them like that before. Thanks for a great episode 😊😊

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Glad you enjoyed it! We agree the footage over Bunda Cliffs really was spectacular 😍

[@HannahSpring]

I only drove over the Nullabor the one time, it was still a "Talc" road with craters, i got the train back to Melbourne, loved the scenery then, and now, not long before you get the "OKA"

[@johncrossling8845]

Squid The great ocean rd is a great spot but it looks like you got typical Victoria weather with 4 seasons in one day. Look forward to see where you end up in the south east of South Australia as that is our little patch of Australia Keep up the good work look forward to next week Cheers

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Haha yeah weather has been all over the place lately!!! Our movements are still just day by day atm 😄🤙🏻

[@ronaldnieldschneider1855]

I went through the road to Belladonnia in a ‘89 Fairlaine probably 10+ years ago. It’s a great drive.

[@henrygreen19]

Great one !! Go safe and take care.

[@jimmyp164]

ever changing back yard love it . thanks for sharing your nullarbor crossing

[@ratrattes]

hello my adventurous friends. congratulations for the videos I'm more engaged with you every day I don't miss a video hahahahaha zo is beautiful 🤗 soon I'll start my trip through South America in a kombi too. hugs my friends and have a good trip.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Hello 👋🏻 !!! So good to hear that you enjoy our vids and that you’re about to embark on your own adventure! That’s what life is all about 😄

[@_WildAdventures]

YAY!! I've saved this to watch later, over dinner. Love your vids and your personalities! We've recently decided to throw it all in and start travelling too 🙈

[@TheZenMicro]

Avoid Alice Springs at night from the news i keep seeing sadly

[@_WildAdventures]

@@TheZenMicro thank you for the heads up!

[@shanonedser1]

Hi Karstan and Maxine, For your oil leak I’d like to suggest you try some stuff called ATP AT-205 reseal. I’ve used it myself and I think it’s definitely worth a try. It won’t fix every oil leak every time but it fixed my front pinion oil seal in my Land Rover while I was on holiday in Melbourne (I live in Brisbane) I’d just bought the truck at auction and wanted to make sure it would be as reliable as possible for the trip home. I keep a couple of bottles with me whenever I’m on a trip. Hope that helps😊

[@Daniel-Mclovin]

Give the Boss coffee a good necking go. I'm hooked on them atm. @ woolies and most usual servos. Can't wait to see yous in the ocka !

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Niceeee we will give them a go 👍🏻

[@coloradoridgerunner791]

Really enjoying your videos! Did you guys use to have a TV show at one time?

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

We were on The Block back in 2014 😄

[@jocoates3956]

You guys are awesome. We so love your journeys. Thank you for sharing the highs & challenges. All the very best for you all, esp Maxine & bubs ❤❤. Keep up the great work 0:02

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Thanks Jo 😍

[@rodtaylor2280]

Love the simplicity of your travels the day dak is the way to go. Great to see you out travelling Aus

[@Jellyhead171]

Where is that cliff you stopped at? Was that the bite??? Omg it's beautiful! Zuri is soooo funny.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Yes Great Australian Bight - Bunda Cliffs 👌🏻

[@expeditionsanywhere]

really enjoyed this one guys a great watch! seemed very organic and a great look into how you guys Live on the road. would love you guys to do a Camera Gear rundown and what you programs you use to edit and create thumbnails etc with ! keep up the great work .

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Hey 👋🏻 great to hear that you enjoyed this one!! Not sure how much we can share about camera gear as we keep it so simple. We have a GoPro10, DJI Mavic air 3 and a Sony camera for stills 👍🏻 that’s it!!

[@expeditionsanywhere]

@@KarstanAndMaxine simple setup and yet producing bangers week after week !!! Keep at it guys we love tuning in watching weekly from our Newy Locals 😃✌️☮️

[@_three_little_ducks_]

That Windmill sunset was glorious!!!! And…. Bedtime hunger is definitely a thing!! My two girls love their bedtime apples 😂🥰🖤 how many weeks are you now Max?

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

I’m now 12 weeks 😊❤️

[@michaelmcpherson3440]

hope your pregnancy goes smoothly Max. Not sure about one of each?? for Zuri?? It will be a bit crowded in the Kombi!

[@lighthouse-news]

Madura is the name of the fuel stop. where you drop down onto Null (No) Abor (Trees). We worked out at Loongana on the East-West Railway line about 80 Kms north of Madura out in the great, empty, stinking hot nowhere. Back in 1987-88 we abode in Asbestos houses track-side in small towns, about 30-40kms apart between Kalgoorlie and Port Augusta. Gas fridges and small petrol generators were our lot. No radio, no TV; just the wheels upon trains clanking and clacking in syncopation to the moaning of the wind through the peppermint trees shading most dwellings; a lonely song of visitation and departure as they thundered past in the darkest hours of the night. Gas fridges and small petrol generators were our lot in dusty outposts victualed by the Tea and Sugar train once every week. Now there is nothing, but a lonesome wind song and fading memories of what used to be. Time took it away.

[@williamsmith5514]

I think there a seal leaking liquid compound available at servos and car parts shops .

[@goggaenbaba]

Loved it.

[@yusufsayed1583]

Awesome adventure 😎 ✨️ Nice one 👍 👌 Greetings legends and cheers 🍻 from south africa 🇿🇦

[@billydavies9923]

Another great video KMZ, the drone footage of the Banda cliffs looked superb👍🏼, real good. Agree with you folks induction is the way to go. You should look at a Ninja grill smoker as well for your new rig the OKA, it’s a 7 in 1.

[@billydavies9923]

Bunda cliffs 🤪

[@AlliOopsadaisy]

You guys smashed it with this, I usually avoid the 'day in the life of' but yours was as interesting as your normal updates. Absolutely can't wait to see where baby is going😅. Can we have a naming comp??

[@Patty-kf4rv]

Great vlog as usual what part of Newcastle are you from , I’m in Belmont

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

We are from Merewether 😄

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Absolute legends!!!

[@paulreportingliv]

I was noticing on your intro video with the drone flying over your van that your van is driving slightly sideways on the highway and it looks like you need a wheel alignment…

[@kingdavid4577]

Hi KM&S Love watching your channel and I'm totally jealous 🤣 Keep it up and enjoy your travels 👌🏻 Just ONE request 🤔 Maxine, could you please allow Karsten to finish his sentences 🙏😇

[@cheryllgoodluck3561]

God i luv your vids cheers

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

❤️❤️❤️

[@offcampnandy7727]

Another awesome episode Guys , lov'n the real content🍺🍺🍺, " we all don't know how hard it is to entertain the youngn's 😁😁😁 We were pretty lucky to have both out boys of a reasonable age - 3 and 4 when exploring in this great State we call home ( WA ) and they adapted well, obvious challenges with long runs cos we would run the gauntlet to get to our destination, but we played the game and it all worked out 👍👍👍 Ummm, yep bucket list of places to see, Eyre High way, Bunda Cliffs then Penong Windmill Museum, , 👍👍👍 Keep the awesomeness coming, looking forward to seeing the new rig, It's gotta be close 😁 just saying 🍺🍺🍺 Cheers Andy 🍺🍺🍺

[@OTRWA]

Hey peeps...loved every episode...been stuck at home with some health issues and watching you critters smashing about in the Vdubb puts a smile on my face from ear to ear. Wishing you all the best for the future...keen to see the dirt build up on your new travel crib. Take care and maybe we will cross paths on the tracks one day in the future. PS Just subbed

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Oh this put a big smile on our faces! So glad we can provide you with some entertainment and we hope your health gets better soon 👍🏻😄

[@emilyparsons7584]

Hey loved this vid! Can I ask what song is playing at 24:40?? Really like this song 😊

[@cristianfalcioni1087]

FOLLOWING THEM FROM ARGENTINA 🇦🇷 WE LOVE YOU , ❤ GREETINGS🌏❤🇦🇷

[@pcmartiny]

On the drone footage from above it looks like the van is not tracking straight. Rear suspension parts a bit bent maybe?

[@Scalihoo]

Those old VW's will keep you busy..but they are cool no doubt..🚐🚐

[@getsome2506]

Glad You’re back on Aussie turf, does the Combi have a Name? Chuck or Chucky the Combi would be a good name, cause you Chuck Oil in it, Chuck ya gear in it, chuck it in the sand and mud lmao 🤣

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Haha very clever - she’s called N0GOOD!

[@Marschy85]

Have a chat with your doctor about aspirin for thinning your blood. A work mate of mine had the same issue unfortunately after a couple of miscarriages, was put on aspirin and no problems after that and an aspirin is less obtrusive than a needle. 😁

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

We’ve done the aspirin before. Everyone is so different.

[@live_work_play]

Loved the everyday life of your fam bam. Sexual innuendos and the one-liners. Gold!

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

😂👍🏻

[@pholland6643]

Hunterbrew, real game changer

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

It seriously is!!! Bloody delish 👌🏼

[@justyneedwards8123]

Hey. Are you guys going to Streaky Bay to weather the heat wave? We are staying here.

[@jungleman4921]

Can I ask......Why are you useing a thick oil? 20/60.Would 20/50 or 14/50 do better in that heat.

[@Twisted.Horizons]

Great video as always!! 👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼 What drone do you guys use?

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Awesome so glad you enjoyed it! We use a DJI Mavic Air 3.

[@Tea4Tinkabell]

❤❤❤

[@sandrinalangston1112]

We drive a 77 kombi named Broomhilda always have issues with high oil temp do you have an oil cooler fitted to your kombi

[@helenmcbay7651]

She a cute pie love you guys.

[@KarstanAndMaxine]

Hehe love this age so much 🥰

[@willa0704]

Wonderful countryside with bonus, (Flies) 😜 dont care for wikkicamps, i prefer to watch where you and others on you tube go to get my ideas where the best places are. Because your faces says it all 🤣❤️