A walkthrough of my Lexus GX470 | Full-Time Overlanding

Welcome to my home. I have been living in my 2007 Lexus GX470 for the past year, traveling along the west coast, working remotely as a software engineer. It has all the basic living necessities...a fridge to keep my food cold, 300W of solar to power my electronics, a roof top tent to sleep in, and 4WD to go off roading. Roadlife in a SUV is a step up from car camping, and while it doesn't have the luxury of space compared to vanlife, it allows me to explore the most isolated areas.
Chapters
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0:00 Intro
0:44 About Me
1:49 Wheels and Tires
2:33 Rear Carrier
4:07 Kitchen
7:23 Rooftop Tent
8:57 Solar
10:48 Office
12:58 2nd Row
Build list (including part names): www.goingfarther.xyz/lexus-gx470
Instagram: @goingfarther
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TikTok: @goingfarther
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#overland​ing #gx470​ #carcamping

[@colewalliser]

pretty amazing dude!! I'm building out my rig now! Giving me some good ideas.

[@Elite_Employee]

This video solidified my reasoning to get get one 5 days later.

[@john92197]

My advice its a coleworld bring yo blanket

[@michaelpelaez7188]

I follow you on Instagram! The slow motion videos are cool but let’s see more overlanding videos! I’m currently building out my gx470. See you on the trail!

[@Tom-hr7jl]

Any updates on your build?

[@tonyokhai5380]

@@Elite_Employee v[o

[@ReidEvers]

You know a video is good when someone with little knowledge or initial interest in the subject watches the whole thing. Well done!

[@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965]

These 3 100 watt solar panels are all that I need. ...... oh yeah that's why my fridge is empty.

[@findalproebst2578]

I really like the way you present! Informal, confident, not annoying at all. You have all the technical jargon and you don't say 'um'. This is one of the best rig walkarounds I've seen, and I watch a lot of them! Ronny Dahl took over 7 years to get to a level equal to yours with his Modified series, and you've done it in 1 video. If this is your first stab at YT, please consider doing some more! I'd readily support your content!

[@willm687]

Ronny is an annoying bogan tbh

[@kylecarnival3915]

I must say, you strike me as brilliant. The building is truly astounding but you’re level of self sufficiency and personal contributions to the final product are most impressive. Really amazing to see. Must be a comfortable feeling knowing you have the knowledge and equipment to enjoy adventures and be ready for any Black Swan life May hold!

[@harlandhirtzel6656]

This has got to be the best build I've ever seen. It's obvious you put a ton of planning into it. Great job and congratulations.

[@jonathanpetryk9225]

"basically a 4runner." psssssh - peasants! "basically a land cruiser prado 120." phew - that's better. NICE VID!

[@goingfarther_films]

Hahaha I honestly forget its a prado. Even though I saw them EVERYWHERE when I lived down under (and made me want one even more)

[@petet-rex5589]

V8. More Torque

[@jacksondockery1167]

This ain’t no dang 4runner!

[@RockyMountainGearTester]

@@petet-rex5589 4runners came with the a v8 option these years

[@fjpadilla1920]

Not basically a LC Prado, it is a LC Prado 120.

[@lostinnevadaagain1433]

Best GX build video so far. Definitely the purpose built for sure. Great great video.

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! Thats what I keep telling my wallet.

[@elitelogisticsdetroit]

@@goingfarther_films how much did this cost you not including the car , approximately?

[@marcellowheeler88]

@@elitelogisticsdetroit I can guess he has about 15-20k in it.

[@off-road-life]

This was an instant subscribe. Your speaking style is awesome, videography is great and the rig is sick. Keep at it man.

[@MegaRetr]

You know a video is good when someone with little knowledge or initial interest in the subject watches the whole thing. Awesome)

[@virgilplays]

I really enjoyed this, please dont do what every youtuber ever does where the music is louder than the voice audio. Pleaseeeeeeeee

[@goingfarther_films]

Haha thanks. Don’t worry… I have no plans to turn full KZbinr

[@6Dasher]

@@goingfarther_films let’s revisit this comment in a year ;)

[@sleepy1171]

And do these ones: Hay wats up guiz ! Smash that Iike and subscribe button! 😂

[@johnmiller9953]

douche

[@SergeyKasimov]

yes I never do music in background I think its not only annoying it sometimes hard to hear only a few can pull this off good

[@Bostonaholic]

I love that office setup! That dual monitor setup is perfection. Probably the most innovative thing I've seen recently with car/van setups.

[@allenchitwood493]

Beautiful video! My Filipino wife loved it and knew nothing about overlanding until your vid popped up. I bought her the 2023 GX460! We’re hooked on your journey!❤️

[@by_sha]

Your build is genius. Particularly loved how you thought out the kitchen space that allowed practicality, as well as the “office”, a WOW moment for me. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@PhalgunRangaraju]

Production quality is so good 🙌🏼

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! Tried my best for my first attempt at making a video!

[@satisfyerpro]

Your GX is sick, bro! You've done everything so well! Loved the video so keep'em coming!

[@rhetrhet]

ive wanted to do something like this for a while, and you just gave examples on what everybody needs to explore it themselves. Great video boss!

[@michaelking4578]

That shovel is a life saver if you ever have to bury a body. And I like the full size tire idea with the trash on the back.. That really helps keep the rig smelling fresh and clean. Love the set up man.

[@AustinLWright]

the office set up is genius. nice job!

[@augustkane1093]

Your office table setup is what I used as inspiration for mine! The ram mounts work great!

[@zed9zed]

Nice setup. I had an LS430 for a few years, and it was a pleasure to be in. With your tent and gear and all terrain capability, you've got it made!

[@yourvault1612]

Here’s how a reliable car can transform someone’s life

[@cptchuff2741]

Yeah I love overlanding in my 96 Bronco. Starts every time

[@weeral1]

@@cptchuff2741 every time the whole 2 months you have had it then? If you think a ford compares or outperforms a Yota in reliability... you know nothing. Basically ford is almost last on the reliability scale. Ask people who actually work on cars a lot. In fact I am not sure I have ever even seen a ford deep in the mountains. Hell I can't remember the last time I saw a 90's Bronco on the STREET. My 36 year old Yota will still be plugging right along when you are getting rid of your next 3 fords. Enjoy your fantasy while it lasts. Also.. You probably pay more in gas than me in 2 years than I paid for my entire rig to begin with lol.

[@cptchuff2741]

@@weeral1 Why are you Toyota fanboys so angry all the time? The reason you never see Broncos back there is because all your Toyota fanboy friends won't get a Ford because they think they are unreliable. Well I'll tell ya this, like has a 351 cubic inch V8 that makes 340 pound feet of torque. It actually sounds cool too unlike your rusty frame death trap with a V4 that struggles to over a speed bump. And vehicles no matter what age need work. Your Toyota will break down on you someday as will my Bronco. It's about fixing the car before it happens. And I saw two Broncos and 8 F150's from the 90's on my road trip a few weeks ago. Parts are easy and cheap to fine unlike your Toyota as I imagine parts are hard to find because all the frames rotted out. That's a good question actually why do I never see Toyota's older than 15 in Maine? Oh yeah because they don't have a frame anymore and are death traps to drive because they are tiny. So I'll happy drive my Bronco by the body shop when you are getting a frame replacement.

[@MichaelJamesNoggin]

Unreal design and build. You have seriously thought this out and have made it extremely functional well done. Awesome filming and editing too man!

[@michaelchanhthasenh]

The world is yours Mike! Your set up is truly inspiring & you're definitely one underrated nomad (from which people should be taking notes from) Safe Travels hoping to see a lot more travel experiences & just overall your experiences with the world!

[@mujt6a]

Loved your personality, seemed down to earth “no pun intended”

[@joyridaz]

I’m vicariously living the nomad lifestyle on my couch through you! More videos please! Loving this walk through, rig, and adventure lifestyle! ….

[@moxiduo2651]

I am blown away by all the additional add-ons you have done to your GX470! My son recently introduced me to this vehicle, and of course, I'm in Love! I would love to know how to do some of these conversions or where to buy some of this equipment. This video was inspirational and gave me more drive than ever to take life on the road to make memories. Thank you!

[@gonzilla857]

the best part of this video is no excessive jump cutting and no ads, thank goddddd for no ads

[@jinjun2623]

one of the best "home" tour! Thank you so much and following your journey!!

[@NomadCamperFamily]

Congrats on the first video, man. My rig is nowhere near yours, but definitely lots of ideas I'll be taking from you 😎🤙

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! Hope it helps out!

[@kathygirlygirl4109]

Sent over here by Leave Her Wild. She just bought a Lexus and wants it all decked out like yours. I have never seen anything like this build. It is so complete and super awesome.

[@hieudosy]

Big props to keeping everything so clean and tidy! Definitely the cleanest off-road rig around. Hope to see more videos from your adventures soon. Cheers!

[@fran3570]

I just built out my 470 yesterday and am leaving for Mexico and Central America next week. I’m now rethinking everything.

[@GodJYI]

It’s such a wonderful car, I almost envy the life having in that car. Hope you keep up some more videos.

[@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965]

i get the feeling this dork airbnb's a lot since he mentioned it like 4 times LOL CRINGE

[@hubietrades]

@@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965 so negative, and you use the word cringe.. go outside weirdo

[@suzyrottencrotch5132]

@@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965 he’s advertising

[@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965]

@@suzyrottencrotch5132 yep, I thought the same thing. Shill confirmed. But don't tell these sensitive teenagers in the comments they get really upset :P LOL

[@afaruqi]

Wtf am I doing with my life working 9 to 5 and living in a small townhouse, lol... you're a legend 🙌👏❤ living the dream on your terms.

[@brandonj6548]

I had to sleep in my car when I was broke. You aren't missing anything.

[@pauldesi]

Just awesome! Absolutely the final push I needed to find one of these GX Jems! See you on the road soon!!

[@chrispratt5738]

Nice rig dude, and a great first video. Inspiring stuff. Always good to see how others have done things.

[@HandSolitude]

I'm an NZer with an 80 series LandCruiser. You've inspired me.

[@srikanthk5769]

Dude...you are living my dream. Keep on keeping on.

[@tahar1234]

Congrats on your first KZbin video. You did very well for a first video, thank you for sharing. Looking forward for more content about your overland experience. Best of luck.

[@aaronpfaff2533]

Excellent work on the build and video production. Lots of work went into both. Quality edit and sound!

[@heyheythecat]

There's one more thing that shuffle is for: digging a dump hole.

[@lachlanpc7498]

Mate, is a shovel not a shuffle

[@heyheythecat]

@@lachlanpc7498 hahaha, you right.

[@emmaexpedition]

This was seriously awesome! And that’s an epic rig.

[@goingfarther_films]

Thank you!! It does the job haha.

[@David-bi6lt]

🔥 The Comments Are Correct 🔥 I Don't Even Own A SUV But You Have Inspired Me To Do A Build‼️ Your Build Is So Simple Yet Purposeful 👏👏👏

[@Muscle_Bagel]

I bought an ISF last year, first toyota product and I’m hooked. Here I am looking for my next Lexus and this is giving me all the motivation I need to build one of these. Absolutely awesome dude

[@pigbelly100]

Awesome video!!! Nice to see another Cypress Pearl GX. The matte black wheels look good on there. I was thinking about gunmetal or silver wheels, but I might have to take another look at Matte black 😆

[@OutdoorsHappiness]

Fantastic build, love what you’ve done with it, congrats !

[@soy_ron]

Loved your content, the simplicity of your rig is amazing. Great job, keep pumping out more videos

[@cx.maca.lln.3405]

this is def one of the best set up i've ever seen, amazing work!!

[@216productions]

Hell of a first video man! You’re definitely going places (Pun intended)

[@roruphotography]

Definitely loving the setup man! I think for your next vid you should go more into detail on how the box is setup and built

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! I actually have plans to redo the box later this year which will be a perfect opportunity to film more. I do have a small video of how its designed on Instagram TV (IGTV) though! @goingfarther, the "Back in time: Sketching out the build".

[@josiahdegroot5341]

An absolute incredible use of space. What a build for the first time! Amazing!

[@mauricepowers3804]

Wow!!! I watch a lot of these and this is by far the best build I've ever seen!!!

[@goingfarther_films]

Thank you!

[@chrisbryant9229]

You should make a video explaining your water set up i'm sure a lot of people would find it useful. I've been kicking around a similar idea but instead of a water container it would be a large thick water bladder (hoping that would reduce the sound of water sloshing around).

[@honguenloh4612]

With the pandemic ravaging the entire world, it’s good to be away on an adventure… I envy your lifestyle!

[@sashaghovanlou8175]

luckily we are pretty much done with that one

[@Hpencer]

The government is ravaging the world, not a pandemic.

[@Cocora22]

I really like all that you did. I was not expecting the running water, the solar panels and all that tech. Oh to be young again!!! I can only imagine all the things I would do. Stay safe you really are creative and brave!!!!

[@exrhodie1234]

Wow, that is the most amazing use of space in your Lexus; great design and excellent way of setting up your "office"! Really enjoyed this, thanks.

[@Maximonious]

Hey Mike. I didn't see any mention of Recovery Gear! When going out alone, it's good to have some!! PS- Awesome rig! Love it!!

[@francisngo]

Workspace is genius! I’ll be doing the same and working on the road soon but in the 4runner. This is a well thought out and efficient build.

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! Cya out there!

[@juelzm149]

Great video! I love your home! The Lexus GX is one of my absolute favorites and yours is super nice. 👌🏾 Best of luck in all of your adventures!!

[@lda7473]

Love the rig...Keep it up...SO MANY are getting in tune to nature/overlanding & something like this will give many the inspiration to be an explorer too. Thanks for the share. Looking fwd to more vids.

[@GX470adventure]

Great video, very informative. Love the GX. It is similar to how I built mine out. I haven't put the solar my CVT tent yet, I went second battery with isolator which works well with my fridge. I just posted my first video last night but it isn't a walk around yet. That is coming this weekend I hope.

[@goingfarther_films]

Awesome! Looking forward to it

[@christopherblake88]

Man, I wish I could financially support a lifestyle like that.

[@bloodynoobtubename]

And here I am scraping Facebook marketplace for a clapped out Mitsubishi Pajero. I feel you bro.

[@nathanjames7843]

Wishing insinuates something isn't possible. You can,... just figure out how to obtain that level of financial freedom and be consistent towards your goals and get rid of bad financial habits. Good luck 🍻

[@FreeSpiritMom]

@@nathanjames7843 you’re wise 🙌🏾

[@mmmmm4815]

@@nathanjames7843 bro, he isn’t financially freed. He still is working, just remote. He doesn’t have enough $$ saved up to support this hobby of his without having to work. And when you HAVE to work, you aren’t free financially.

[@nathanjames7843]

@@mmmmm4815 I was speaking in reference to Christopher's dream, not the tubers life.

[@WBrown999]

This is so awesome! Your kitchen setup is absolutely insane!

[@riverhe2852]

That's so handy and affordable. Everyone askes you to buy a fancy RV but not many people tell you to go with a relatively small car like this. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@kananz65]

This has got to be the nicest, most well thought out build ive seen so far

[@kananz65]

@A IM lmao. I've seen a few builds on here. I like his the best. 🤷‍♀️

[@rylan908]

Beating property taxes one over landing rig at a time

[@jdubrowa]

Nothing can stop you! Love your lifestyle.

[@fidelpaoloa.3941]

Amazing! Good luck and safe travels, bro!

[@joonlee920]

This guy is clearly innovative and I'm sure mistakes were made. But you can see the final result which is amazing. I applaud all your hard work and creativity. But I just want to know if two people can sleep up top. :)

[@LamoidZombieDog]

can 2 People lie on a car roof? yeah. so can 2 people sleep up there? most likely.

[@BuffaloBack]

He looks like a guy who lives in a car

[@Nyccandyman]

Would love to see more on how you routed the solar to the rear

[@parabola1902]

He pulled his pants down?

[@lookinin123]

Sweet setup! And nice to get on board early in your KZbin journey. Great camera angles, good sound quality; definitely going to be a channel to watch and follow. Subscribed.

[@irinka8319]

best build i’ve ever seen. wow. wow. wow. wow

[@OverlandLady]

Finally get to creep into your home👀👀👀

[@goingfarther_films]

Creep away! Mi casa su casa.

[@irishdefense77]

Are we going to see some cooking on the trail out of the back?

[@Mary-tj5qx]

Really impressive. You explain things particularly clearly. You have a talent for this. Keep it coming.

[@ivykwon6906]

Really love the whole build. Your water pump idea is super smart and looks like it’s working beautifully. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@lukestauffer941]

Love the look of a "luxury vehicle" set up as an overland rig. Great choices on everything man. What kind of boots you wearing?

[@slimydick23]

he seems like a Viberg Service Boot guy to me.

[@Sitadeeze]

Bangs Shoes seems to be the brand, based on 7:36

[@james_robnett]

Fantastic build. Really curious about your background, there's a fair number of technically difficult design elements you have there. Was this 100% DIY, if so that's pretty impressive both in selection and implementation.

[@robertm4050]

I was curious of this too. I am watching more and more of these type things, including sailing set ups. Just seems like people that are already well off from their parents and can go do stuff like this and become "influencers". This stuff is mostly unrealistic for most people to do a 6 month to a year trip like that to NZ and then come back and build this. The truck alone was probably $15k without being built out or having some major maintenance done.

[@iamchaunceman]

@@robertm4050 well in his defense. He’s not spending money on a house. And it’s not a 75k car either. I’d imagine if he were loaded he wouldn’t get a 15 year old Lexus. That being said. I want, I’m actually selling my newer vehicle (Tacoma) to get out of payments and find a clean gx470. It’s not what you make it’s what you spend.

[@goingfarther_films]

Thanks! 100% DIY, took a lot of research and looking up van builds. Background: I’ve been working on cars most of my life, and I’m a software engineer. This is just another puzzle to me!

[@alphawolfadventures1470]

@@robertm4050 most people that do this are software engineers and why they can work remote and they’re smart so this wouldn’t be hard for them to do and they probably make $300k a year and he’s living like a homeless person so 😂

[@jameschilton20]

Great build, thanks for sharing. Super clean and functional. I especially loved the desk / ipad setup. Very cool.

[@tomklassen8976]

Wow, I love your build. This is definitely a growing interest of mine, especially with the pandemic going on. Maybe one day I'll be able to go through with it and make a rig half as dope as this one!

[@Andy-ft8jf]

This ain’t a 4runner lol, that’s a freaking land cruiser

[@tsijr915]

Tha't not a land cruiser, thats a mini house on wheels, jesus the price of what he has in his car is worth more than his car itself!

[@NiePieerdol]

@marxist google It's an LC 120. Proper overland vehicle on frame with low range, although designed and used mostly to cruise around town, but it's a great base for off road mods. And it's very far from being cheap

[@arminabdi]

more specifically Landcruiser Prado.

[@NiePieerdol]

@@arminabdi It's called simply Land Cruiser in my and neighbouring countries actually, but yeah

[@nldmaster]

GX isn't the Land Cruiser, the larger LX is the Lexus version of the Land Cruiser.

[@myanriles3185]

Think I might've seen you driving near devils bridge in Sedona AZ in April.

[@Petothegreatone]

That was me.

[@Jellymias]

Mike my phone heard me talking about wanting to do this to my gf. Then the algorithm showed me your reel on Instagram and I liked it. NOW KZbin RECOMMEND SHOWED ME YOU. 1. Ur riding the algorithm keep it up 2. They’re listening to all of us

[@rayrini2391]

This is a very nice build. You have covered just about everything to be self sufficient. Very nice job building your rig.

[@shawn_yates]

Fantastic build! I would love to see a video that goes deeper into the secondary battery and solar setup. I have an ok system on my GX, but we would love to use an electric blanket. Great video!

[@CryptoWithNick]

I SMASHED THAT LIKE BUTTON AND SUBSCRIBED.

[@goingfarther_films]

YES! SMASH THAT BUTTON! Haha I thought about throwing in the cliche tag line. But didn't.

[@mariog5062]

Just ordered a ‘21 4Runner TRD Pro last week and can’t wait to receive deliver.... I am noob so I’ve been watching videos of overlanding builds to get ideas. I like how you made it look so simple and yet very functional. I am subscribing so I can follow your journey to try to learn something from your experience outdoors. 👍✌️🇨🇦

[@rohram2206]

Wow , the utilization of the back space is amazing, overall really good setup man . Very impressive

[@Tanoforfucksake]

Noticed you had a hammock & awning on IG? Were those recent? Think you could make a video showing the build in detail? I’m curious what drawer system you’re using in the back.

[@goingfarther_films]

Yep those are recent! Will make an updated vid about those. The drawer system i built myself.

[@makochin]

if someone ever rear ends your car it's not going to end well for him.

[@hakikattalwar1988]

💣bomb

[@Ken-nv2hl]

Its new tech they use it on tanks its called explosive reactive armour.

[@user-bp4qq7tt1u]

It's called insurance

[@Ckfurypk]

wow. what a well thought out build! Clean clean clean. Glad the algorithm brought me here!

[@harleyhohani4243]

Coolest set up I’ve seen! Great job.

[@kirkplacides7434]

these are the people who will survive a zombie apocalypse

[@ChuckTownRC51]

Him: "now let me show you my office" Pulls out a piece of wood... Me: "aight, imma head out"

[@DapperDilla]

Now this is what you call freedom....kudos to you, sir!

[@wendywormie3661]

best setup ive ever seen & great explanation! makes me want to start my build asap

[@abrohammer7474]

That sounds cool but I wouldn’t want to be going through all those adventures alone.

[@NRTuf]

That’s why you have some fire arms with you ;) don’t worry or find a women that things a like.

[@emilygrace1960]

How do you manage internet and what do you do to generate enough money to live this lifestyle...? (Vehicle fuel, food, etc.)

[@thewaterwarrior9817]

He said he's a software engineer

[@ppts911]

Thats amazining how good details and planning on this lexus home are!

[@timg7627]

“Saving the environment” That’s cute, good one