CHOPPED Y62 PATROL CANOPY BUILD! Graham's one-of-a-kind DREAM 4WD!

[@BogDustForBreakfast]

originally i thought the canopy was too tall . now ive seen it with a rack on the roof it looks heaps good . i love the build so far . cant wait to see it kitted out

[@reecechristian6185]

Still sits out a fair way from the cab at the sides. I'm sure if he's planning on lots of km in it it could have been more aerodynamic so it doesn't chew as much fuel 🤷‍♂️

[@jordandean8876]

Agreed. Was an immediate eye sore in the mits alloy section of video. Too tall and certainly too wide where the patrol starts to taper in. Roof rack made it bit better but it's still terrible. Great canopy, just a shame it doesn't suit the vehicle.

[@harrywalker5836]

what do you mean too tall,. because your 4x4rs here have no room inside, all your crap goes on the roof, ive seen them 2 ft above the roof. i, fit everything inside & can sleep, inside. no trailer, hate trailers.. 12.5 lt 100, 700nm. weighs 4t, empty.. &,,2 diffs.. not ifs junk...

[@MadmanJnr]

@@harrywalker5836 when it had no roof rack the canopy was 2-3 inches above the roof line. But now it has the roof rack it all lines up height wise

[@vrasis]

was thinking the exact same thing, the roof rack really brought it all together

[@phj420]

i miss going mudding and trail riding. 3/25/2020 i was in a car accident and broke my back and now i have metal rods and screws and no longer can work. i love to watch your videos it makes me feel like im apart of the action and it brings tears to my eyes every time i see a new upload from ya.

[@magnusshawn4698]

I was hoping to hear the exhaust note. Beautiful build! Can’t wait to see it in action

[@stevejones354]

Of all the videos out there on this subject Mr. Cahill, I find yours to be the best. Pure unadulterated enthusiasm. Both refreshing and inspiring.

[@battlelux]

The finish DMW managed on the back of that patrol is an absolute work of art.

[@mathewmay5361]

Great job Graham! She looks as mighty as iron man! Can't wait to see the jewelry and the beast in action. Absolutely love it! Go big or go home!!! Enjoy the build. Its a privilege to share it with you!!

[@asher1147]

Y62 vs 200 is the video we are all trying to wait patiently for. The Battle of the Tourers!!!

[@explore_off_road]

Love how Reuban left ya in the dark for so long... the suspense! That was great. They do beautiful work. I'm a Nissan fan, so I'm digging that rig

[@raymondricciardi]

Welcome to the 62 Club, Graham, and congratulations. Take your channels own advice on first mod: air compressor and diff breathers. And when that's done, Supercharger! The whine of the blower compliments the Torquit exhaust nicely 😁

[@jeffreymercado4615]

My dad's ultimate car. He's a nissan man thru and thru. For him, this will be his last & final car to own touring & going to his farm. The chop & canopy make's it the pizza from the flat bread. Nice one Graham!

[@s4060]

Graham: “I always stick with diesel because it’s safest easy to carry and takes you further.” “No need to heavily modify for power” Also Graham: “I bought a v8 Petrol”

[@bencameron1313]

The Y62 you have Graham is gorgeous but was a little disappointed when you didn’t start it and give us a listen to the sound it puts out. I am a little jelly that’s for sure. Can’t wait to see the rest of the build as it progresses.

[@bencostanzo2062]

World class!!! Great feat of engineering from DMW and Mits Alloy!!

[@mattj630]

From America, thanks for keeping Nissan content alive!

[@kanewatson5029]

Love the rig, ripper effort by all involved. My only issue is the bulkiness/ width of the top 2/3 of the canopy. I feel like it should have tapered in a bit more to match the body of the cab. Still a super quality build nonetheless. Good work, enjoy. Can’t wait to see what you do with it 🤙🏼

[@Nautic_Obsession]

Love it !! Big spotties on the front, bigger lift on the front, light bar up top, lockers, tune, solar panel, gym upgrade

[@truetierra]

Reuben and the crew are making vehicles that are surely the best in class. Outstanding quality and attention to detail. I can't wait to one day get a right built by DMW. 👍

[@lukehorvath91]

Reuben seems like a great fella to have a beer with! Cracking job lads

[@shaynerolt198]

WOW….LOVE the rig Graham. I’ve been a Patrol guy for years also and I am stoked that someone has taken what has been ridden off as a soft reader and built what could truly be the ultimate tourer. The only thing that has surprised me is the lack of side bars to protect your front guards? I know they would need to a custom fab to link in with the custom sliders so will the boys at DMW be building those for you also? Can’t wait to see this thing in anger!

[@alhabtoormotors4221]

Who would call it a softroader? It's competing against the big Americans (Yukons, Denalis, Suburbans etc) and leaves them in the dust, and goes toe to toe with the Land Cruiser. It's as good as it gets in this class, if not the best.

[@testforppapp1901]

Holy Cow Graham, as you said it, it is an absolute weapon, Independent suspension at the back is novel but no doubt it is heavy duty, it does help to put the rear diff at a bit higher clearance, thats awesome, DMW cage for rear diff is awesome too!!

[@LandRoverDrive]

Looks like an amazing touring machine! Congrats with the new build and can't wait to see more of it. :)

[@noiseyboy2h4jj1]

5 inch snorkel. Custom air box. Supercharger and tune. Maybe some custom side rails. And thanks for leaving us hanging on the exhaust note 😂😂

[@alvinbaylon1]

beautiful rig! what are the rim and tyre specs? also the roofrack?

[@creativereasons7588]

Bunch of top blokes over at 4WD 24-7 - always a good watch

[@dereckcole3876]

I’d start with snorkel, air box and supercharger if you’re planning to tow. You’ll love the extra torque and may have a chance keeping up with the big 200.

[@jjktmk14]

😂😂 it’ll smoke the 200 in standard form 😉👍🏻

[@bradbutcher3984]

I think it's a beauty. Love the matching white with black on the tray and brush gaurd.

[@ChuckUnderFire]

FINALLY a Full Independent Suspension rig in the convoy. I can’t wait to see how she does, and I would LOVE to find out what all went into lifting her up.

[@australiantruckspotting8883]

Mate that thing is an absolute beast. Can’t wait to see your future adventures in the Big Girl

[@amritramsubhag7913]

Love the build Graham. The guys really outdid themselves. How does the diff rock slider affect the ground clearance?

[@brentdavis3805]

I pick up my Y62 in a few months, seeing one chopped makes me want to do the same to mine. It looks like an absolute weapon.

[@hermanvanniekerk6968]

Graham, I thought you were nuts to chop that rig..... but now I am a believer, heck, I love that tourer

[@FTEEPEEGAMING]

i've never really been into 4x4ing but this show has changed my mind about 4x4s. I cant wait too see her in action! congratulations graham deserved it buddy. (also first comment on a video and been watching for 3-4 months now and gone right back) keep up the good content love it

[@riopapi3642]

Nice rig Graham. I’ve been waiting for the big reveal for months and it doesn’t disappoint. Beauty mate!!!

[@valentinociuffetelli2750]

honestly i wasnt the biggest fan of it at the start but now i think you have changed my mind on the old y62

[@stephenlatimer1428]

i have had my Y62 5 bout the same time u revealed urs on the channel n talked bout the pending build. as i said then i will wait n c who does ur conversion n canopy n how it looks wen its done. my Y62 has been in storage since then n still has 500kms on the dial. now i have seen the finished build n wat a top job Rueben n Tim have done with the build, its time to move on with the big Pat 62. mine will be use to tow my Nitro Z21 bass boat to the camping grounds of the barra n cod dams. have fun with the rest of the build mate.

[@mosesngugi5411]

Absolutely a beast of a Patrol you have there graham and what a very good buy i terms of power Nd comfort and cannot wait to see you and Sean together out and about on a tour💪🏾 I am tram Patrol all the way👌🏽

[@codycooper9585]

That is one absolutely awesome looking beast of a y62 Graham been waiting for this 👌🏻. You’ll never want to go back to the dmax now 😉😂😂

[@heftymerv]

"you had me at hello..." holly cow that is awesome. LOVE the side tool boxes, such a great idea and so well produced. What would I do first, getting that awning on is pretty much all I would do to it. Doesn't look like anything else needs doing, maybe some tint on the windows. The only thing I picked up on was the cover for the rear drawer could be one that when you removed it you can hitch it over the drawer and use it as an extra bench for tools. Otherwise, its good to go. When I win the lotto guys, I am next in line to do this same build.

[@andresfleigcrespo4922]

Graham I would recommend something that it would make a huge difference in the performance of the Y62 and that is cheap and also would save you some money which is the Y62 Rear Locker Override Kit. Y62s have a factory rear locker but it won’t work in High Range and in Low Range above 10km it will disengage, this kit will allow you to do this without having to buy an air locker or an electronic one also being a much cheaper solution

[@tobyjacob8701]

Can’t wait to see this beast out in the outback. Awesome rundown as always, Graham!!!🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@tekawarobb]

That’s a blimmen sweet rig Graham. Interested to know what the expected total weight of the big girl will end up being, say for a two week touring trip? I guess why I’m asking is that these newer rigs just seem to be getting more and more monstrous, meaning more wear and tear, more power, more fuel, more damage to trails etc. Trust me, I get the desire and appeal. But really interested to hear from others too about what they think a sweet spot is for a week-long touring rig that’s somewhere in between the Pony-lux (no frills style) and monster rigs like the Y62 and 200. Regardless, your excitement is infectious and that’s so awesome - that’s what’s it’s about hey?! Cheers and enjoy the big girl!

[@wesleybotwright9246]

Reuben's a great bloke! Great addition to the channel will be sad when dmw isn't apart of them anymore one day.

[@pavlicious1734]

Love the new ride graham! DMW and Mits have killed it for the build. Couple of eye for detail criticisms I would change.. DMW- the silver rivets that hold the carpet down in the back of the cab would look better maybe black. Just makes it a bit more seamless. Mits- the switch for the tap. Just looks a bit outdated and may be prone to breaking if going over a big rock step maybe?. If I were them (mind you the work is exceptional and I’d go a mits canopy any day of the week) I’d maybe recess the switch a bit to protect it a bit. Other than those 2 items the vehicle is a total weapon!

[@dannyhoward7473]

A snorkel is a must, catch can and pre filter for insurance, take a look at diff breathers then look into some lighting options. Personally I have mounted a 52" supernova light bar on the roof platform and am more impressed with that then my 3 bushranger VLI 8.5's on the bullbar but I am sure you will find what you like

[@bennelson4236]

The best looking chopped y62 I’ve every seen. Nice work mate.

[@eastcorkmarine]

Love graham's excitement and rubin is a really nice guy too. Fab vid 👌

[@bec_78]

Love it! Very jealous. Can’t wait to see it finished and driving around.

[@refugium-ben9435]

Awesome, Gentlemen- what a work of Art. Well deserved, Graham. Congratulations!

[@e.c.8668]

Awesome. The best bit was you getting the toyota emblem. As a proud owner of a new [to me] 2020 Nissan Frontier, I feel your pain. I'm about to go out on a trip with 3 other guys...all with Toyotas. I guess the first thing you should get sorted is the in-canopy electrical system. So then you can run lights, the fridge, and a travel oven like Jocko just put in the Ponylux. Then you're ready to go. Yuu can bring a portable stove for cooking, food/drink in the cooler, chuck in your swag and clothes bag and you're off to the bush. You really only need power, food, and shelter for camping. Everything else is just superfluous. That becomes 'glamping' as they call it here in the USA. OH, well, maybe throw in some simple recovery gear, but if you keep the solo trip simple and safe, you could even forego that most likely.

[@andrewlong7852]

What more can I say... It's a Patrol... You can't go wrong. Good job mate.

[@ryanewbank9271]

Happy for you Graham. Just awsome as can be. Cant wait to see this one on tour. Well done mate.

[@FloridaNative83]

Couldn’t be happier for graham. Now get your ass out there and give us another AUSOLO!! Can’t wait

[@brendonlongbottom8901]

1. Love it looks amazing want to chop mine now 2. 52” Stedi roof light bar, I have same rack and it finished it off nicely and gave great light with no cab glare

[@craigquann]

Lol. Gotta love Ruben. Real joker and a genuine character!

[@Freelander2AdventuresSA]

Awesome looking Y62 Graham! Cannot wait to see it in action..

[@jakealcorn4432]

Top work mate. Still Love my Y60 with 696k on the clock.... just did a trip to Queensland... glasshouse mountains... Kenilworth etc. Best fun ever. See you out on the tracks mate 👍👌

[@philsymons9614]

Kickass build Graham, If I was doing the same rig, I'd be losing the fridge slide and going for an upright fridge. Obviously tis your rig your choice. If I could afford to take the wellbody off my Rok to put a tray & canopy on she'd be getting an upright fridge. Think of all the weight you save by losing the dropdown slide... Looking forward to the next instalment and you kicking Shauno's ass

[@jannikkoop4665]

“Filming an AUSolo” …. Music to my ears!! More AUSolo’s please and thank you 🍻

[@mattherson83]

I have been eagerly awaiting this. Looks amazing!! I am US based and have the Infiniti equivalent QX80. I’d love to get this done here. Batwing style canopy and a kitchen setup will be great next steps. These beast drink fuel, you will certainly need extra tanks.

[@gavintruman2654]

I love it Graham and it looks mint and I can't wait to see it on a trip out he show with the boys and give the two hundred a run for its money and win, good work mate.

[@CleanFinish2023]

It’s awesome, can’t wait for you to get out with Shauno and his new one. Waiting to see the finished product and get it out testing in the wild.👍 congratulations.

[@lelouchlamperouge4273]

Imagine what Graham has plotted for the voyages of the Y62 . We'll all be here to see it!!!

[@boofter5673]

Nice rig. Would love one myself. My only personal concerns is the height of the canopy above the roof line, and the lack of protection in the center of the bull bar. These are the two items I would change if it was my rig. It's not, it's yours, and it's what ever makes you happy is what counts. Looking forward to see the further fit-out.

[@idratherbeoutdoors715]

What a BEAST!!! Nice work from DMW and Mitsalloy Looking forward to the Y62 V 200

[@MegaTyrone1979]

Love it , obviously needs a winch, solar system, fridge an go .... bloody beast mate

[@austinharrison6526]

What a weapon! The workmanship is next level. Only things I’m not a fan of is the look of the bullbar, I think the Y62 has one of the best front ends on a 4wd ever created and these crash box bars don’t do it any justice. I get that it’s function over form it’s just a looks thing. Also the canopy looked weirdly high compared to the cab but the flat rack seems to hide that a bit. I’m envious mate, you blokes really do have the life. Enjoy it champion

[@rshutterbug47]

AWESOME RIG JUST BEAUTIFUL & SUPER CONGRATULATIONS YOU Deserve it You Have Worked Hard For A Long Time , SO ENJOY & YA BRAG About it You & Shawn Have Both Earned Where You Are & What You Have & It's Not Over Yet So ENJOY I'M Happy For You SOAK IT ALL IN ALL THE WAY 👍👍👍👍👍

[@snoordman04]

I'm a Toyota guy through and through but man that is a sweet looking ride! Congrats Graham, well done👍

[@duanefarts7278]

VERY COOL RIG!!! Can't wait to see it in Action!!!

[@jessetink3753]

Absolutely love the big girl Greahm!!! I’m just a bit ifi about the bullbar and no side rails. But I’m sure it will look perfect once you put spoties and a winch on it. 👍🏽

[@officiallyMissT]

Bloody love it graham bloody sick idea . Can’t wait to see it on the tough roads

[@RioZLander]

1st thing id do. protect that paint maybe a wrap next load that sucker up for camping and try to live out of it for a week on a trail pretty hard to think of more. that Y62 is prefect and your ideas for loading it up is already what id do oh and prob spend hours driving around just to hear that exhaust

[@Repair-rookie]

Congratulations on the new rig, the import thing here is you like it Don't forget about the G60

[@DestinyLatta1997]

Looks like start to a great hunting / fishing rig to me. Can’t wait to see it on the trail.

[@jamieemery9261]

Its an awesome rig mate, honestly only thing I think would look better is the canopy following the cab lines more and not being as tall. Love it mate 👍

[@bennetttunbridge7737]

Great rig, agree with the canopy following the cab lines, can see getting hung up on a branch in the bush.

[@galooney1]

Some electric side steps and Matt Black the roof. Smick 💪

[@ntl4x477]

Really nice rig graham 👍 when you go on it’s first trip you won’t know yourself because of how comfy it is

[@fossilgaming4209]

Mint build, wasn't too keen on the original shape but now that it's chopped and loaded it looks awesome. Only thing I'd change is adding some scrub bars to protect the panels

[@bundeen8545]

Nice one mate! First thing I'd do is black out the chrome and put a pair of nice looking spotties on the bullbar and a light bar on the roof 👌

[@orrgazmo]

Reuben seems like a top bloke, his laugh is contagious 😂

[@TheRat71]

Paint it blue and a set of clear view mirrors, other then that I am soooo jealous. Awesome. 👍👍

[@MrMrsregor]

Graham, please post another Ausolo trip if you feel able !

[@eugeneandemmakeelan4065]

What an amazing looking vehicle. Can't wait to see it in action. I hope it lives up to the hype.

[@TheTripleDubya]

Very nicely done, I’m sure you’ll smile your way through the outback with the beast. Enjoy.

[@ronaldcampbell602]

Great looking rig! The things you already mentioned like a winch and lights are what I'd do next as well, so I have no suggestions!

[@andrewwallace3444]

Great workmanship and pride in construction. Giving ideas for future build

[@legaltechinnovations1594]

So great to see dreams come true. Congratulations and thanks for bringing us along

[@abitofthisndat]

Rate it! Only thing I would change is maybe a different bullbar or have the bottom of the bullbar colour matched to the car and just the hoops in black 👌🏼

[@daverinospenceroni]

Like a kid in the candy store! Congratulations on the rig mate! Love the keyring

[@ouradventerousdays]

We owned the same patrol too in 2020 and did our big lap n sold it after. Not really suitable for our suburban life. Too tall to get into most parking lot 😢

[@Snatch4WDGal]

I love the Y62

[@Finz0n]

7:02 as in u gave him some training wheels

[@Snatch4WDGal]

I love it. Next mod would be a rooftop tent

[@Rajesh7862]

Hi mate what about the warranty of vehicle

[@007Knightjp]

What is the suspension on the Y62?

[@tinajensen3450]

That car is simply beautiful, and it have a unflassy elegance. 👍💕💖👌

[@cc0072010]

Ruben's laugh kills me every time. fkn legend!

[@rachidpardoestevez1014]

amazing build mate. If it was my rig, the next thing I would do is just fit it with the basics to take it on a trip (roof top tent, fridge, etc). Then during that trip, it's easier to figure out what else you really need. I would say that rig is pretty complete the way it is, just needs the final touches.

[@bryanhansen5323]

I would recommend to change that bulbar and getting one that is a bit higher than that one because for my like I think it sit to low ,doesn’t look like it got enough clearance and also adding some side bars as well , if not for the rest it look sick.

[@ivanolsen8596]

Reckon you're going to have a great time in it Graham. Cant wait to see you out and about. Btw loved the keyring.