Fuel Range, Filtration & RUNNING OUT OF GAS while driving AROUND THE WORLD!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Let me know what other money topics you like me to cover in the future! Do you want a video on how I save? How I earn money on the road? How to get sponsors?

[@netxtac]

How about avoiding and overcoming obstacles on the road/trail.

[@c17-j5s]

I would gladly like to know how you earned money while traveling ! I am planning a similar trip to yours and I assumed you just lived on your savings for the whole duration of your trip ... Didn't you ? And of course, how did you save money ?

[@WALL-E559]

During your travels to Central and South America and Africa how much cash did you carry? Was cash easily accessible at Capital Cities or did you have to bring all the cash you needed for the entire trip?

[@simplerefinedliving9285]

Man this dude cuts it down to just such a simple scenario. Amazing food for thought again. Back to basics overlanding. Such a great true pioneering spirit. Awesome stuff.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I appreciate that! I feel like it's the only way to do it - if you go overboard with gear there will never be enough money (or space) for adventures!

[@sucha603boy]

I agree, when you watch most channels or go to an overland show it’s all about product sales and I can see how you could easily overload your rig with stuff you don’t need.

[@bnewburn]

This series is a really incredible Global Overlanding 101. What a service to the community, Dan. Thanks!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@marcinossowiecki5581]

Thanks! Love the easy going attitude! "Solution will present itself, like it's always does" . More people should remember that. 👍

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Absolutely!

[@94520shatto]

1. Military vehicles have a 300 mile range, and they put lots of research into equipment performance. 2. In 1960s Ethiopia we had to carry enough of everything to get home so the Land Rover tool box was replaced with a fuel tank. And we carried many Jerry cans.

[@francoisehollender_franeuro]

Very wise advice, Dan, it's very true that people are generally scared about running out of fuel (and the same for water) and over-stock instead of taking the risk of running out, thus carrying all the time an extra weight in their car, thus increasing fuel consumption, etc...

[@markuffindell]

The lone voice of reason. Thank you 😊

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

You're very welcome, I'm happy to hear it was useful!

[@PeterDays1973]

Your point is appreciated, it complies with your personality and style and your experience is very valuable. But I would not be so drifty on the fuel capacity. I live in Venezuela and fuel has been an issue for several months. Overlanding would be impossible and dangerous with less than 1200-1400 km of range. On the other hand, peace of mind given by a little extra fuel is important. Like you described, it can even be used as a tip ot bargaining chip if necessary. A few videos ago you justified why you carry only one spare and I thought it was brilliant. In this case, you make your point quite well and for the most part, I have to agree. I would just take it a little bit more fuel. Just not as much as the experts you refer to say. By the way, you are an expert at this, and your advice is taken as such. I have learnt a lot from you because you use very pragmatic criteria and I compare with other experts opinion and form my own decision based on my particular situation. Thanks again.

[@rolandklann6250]

Good advice ! We travelled the Dempster Highway to Inuvik and on to Tuktoyuktuk. Took two Gerry cans along. About 40 litres extra. Did not use them but we could have travelled the entire Dempster with out refueling. What can happen in the Canadian north is that communities can be out of power so they have fuel but can not sell it to you. Had that happen in Faro on a trip down the Campbell Highway . Lighting strikes on power plants do happen up there. Or some times the fuel truck is delayed or late or the station is closed when you are passing through.

[@blikkiesblignaut6999]

Thanks for another great video. I like it that the glass is always half full for you. Range was the only reason we bought a 2.8 diesel Wrangler. We will never drive around the world, and 50 ppm is available in Southern Africa. Consumption while on safari is around 22 mpg, diesel tank is 22 gallon, range 450 miles. With the gas Wrangler we used to carry 2 Jerry cans extra gas for the same range. But I still miss the V6 gas engine. Keep up the good work. From Strand, South Africa.

[@christophersaul]

Great advice. That said, I’m looking at my petrol Patrol Y61. Not a problem in the Middle East but I think a bigger tank would definitely be needed if I were going around Africa!

[@mopar0IIII0jeep]

Edelbrock makes a very nice fuel filter (currently running one on my CJ-7) it has a fully cnc machined housing an the filter media is brass. The filter unscrews and all you have to do is clean out the filter and keep on going. No need to carry extra filters. The best part is this filter is less then $20 u.s. and is typically in stock at Autozone and other big box auto parts stores.

[@merhaba8]

As usual excellent down to earth commentary. One thing that also has been mentioned by someone else is the ability to chose where to buy because of different fuel prices by having a longer range. As a more extreme example when I drove commercial trucks from UK to Azerbaijan in the 90s we had a 600ltr tank on the truck and 3000ltr on the trailer!! This allowed us to use red excise diesel on the way out after Austria and cheap diesel from Azerbaijan on the way back. During the Bosnian war we could also sell diesel in Serbia for a 400% profit on the black market, but that’s another story!! I have no experience of what sort difference there is in fuel prices between countries in other parts of the world.

[@zp8462]

So much excellent well thought through info - however, my experience on the East Africa drive and especially countries like Zambia and Tanzania, I have personal experience arriving in dry towns, and the larger ones not everyone keen to allow the Muzungo to cut the line - the rule of thumb is to be able to skip towns easily i.e. if the next filling station is 500km, and the following town is a further 450km, one needs to provide for at least 950 km, with added advantage you can do the areas with limited access like west side of lake Tangayika or the area you refered to in Kaokoland in Namibia - and yes, you can wait, but it can be a few days. My vehicle has a 1200 km range and I have used it to the fullest in South and East Africa at times - and it is good insurance - also, I fully agree on your comments on gas/petrol vs diesel - amazing how many small boats on the lakes also run on gas/petrol making it a good option

[@212caboose]

I really appreciate your vids... They've really been helping me decide how to build out my JKU- even though I'm only sticking to the U.S. and probably Canada, your vids have me really trimming the fat on my build. Thank you!!

[@gannonolson6294]

This is the second video of yours I've watched now and I really appreciate your practical and straight forward approach as opposed to the tacticool or frantically overprepared "overland expo trailer queen" crowd. Looking forward to pursuing your KZbin archive. Thanks for putting out cool content!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Cheers, I appreciate that feedback!

[@adelarsen9776]

This is such a reality check. So many of the mainstream experts must be cursing and cringing. It's great to hear the refreshing truth. This video makes a mockery of all the accessory wankers.

[@adelarsen9776]

@Ben A The people have started to wake up. Trump will be re-elected with a bigger majority in November. And the lefty nut bags will go absolutely ape.

[@andredupuis5432]

Fuel filters ! I was wondering how you could trust the gas when I saw your video where gas was scarce and you ended up buying from a guy selling from dirty old gas cans ! Now I get it ! Extra filters ! Great addition

[@phuturephelps]

Awesome content. Every video is exact questions I’ve wondered for travel. Good job !

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ramboexcess4469]

Another great common sense education from an experienced adventurer...well done mate

[@simonlynchsae]

100% most wholesome explorer on the internet. Great inspiration. Any opinion on the Toyota vs the rest debate? I'm surprised you took a Jeep to africa... I would have been anxious..

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Thanks - I will get into that at some point for sure!

[@boba4083]

I'm in Australia and a range of 500-550 Klms will get you most places. But if you want to go remote, 1000 Klms is the go. More in some cases depending on conditions. I need to be confident that I've got plenty before I give any away. Did it once and just made it to next fuel stop. Also run a 2 micron prefilter.

[@Dizzyish]

Exactly the kind of stuff I need to hear!! Thanks.

[@YubertOffroad]

Great video with practical advice but one factor I didn't see addressed is you'll consume more fuel than planned if you get stuck, or hit a roadblock and need to detour. Even in North America this has bit me, such as in Death Valley.

[@next-horizon-overland]

Range and weight is just one side mate. An important one of course. On the other side: Our 1000 Mile range allows us to choose where we tank and to what price we tank. That is a nice advantage. Only in Europe that can make quite an impact on the budget. And the big range also allows us also to cross entire countries, where the supply situation regarding Diesel is'n't really good (e.g. Bolivia, Uzbekistan). But of course you'll have to carry all that weight and that causes a slightly higher consumption. Therefore if necessary I can fill up both tanks or if better just one.

[@chadjackson4786]

Yup. I'd bring 500 gallons if i was driving through mongolia

[@BaderJambi]

It’s extremely beneficial to hear from people, like you, who have experienced the true overlanding to know all these important nitty-gritty. Fuel and water are the most important things to carry with you and the heaviest. How much water do you carry with you? Thank you for the great videos!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

My water system is about 10 gallons, or 35 liters. I carry a bit more when the shower bag and all my water bottles are full.

[@explor360]

Love your attitude!

[@antigroundhogday]

Hello, apologies in advance if you've already addressed this in other videos as I haven't gotten to them yet. But could you comment or do videos on communications, like smartphones, while traveling as well as different forums or websites you might frequent to learn about over landing around the world. I come from a van life background and I'm interested in doing a worldwide trip. Many thanks for the content!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Hi There, I recently posted a video all about comms - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3rIZ6Gth7ppnq8

[@Hugues.L]

Very precious and hands-on information, thanks a lot.

[@florianbammes7534]

Thanks again Dan! Golden information. You might know from a previous comment of mine that i started traveling in a Jeep because you in inspired me so much to have a own look at what the world has to offer. And i want to thanks you again for that! Your down to earth approach to all of this topics are so related to reality that i now think a lot of other high valued overlanders in youtubeland go a bit over the top. Which is totally fine for me but there information make everything so....idk......out of reach i´d say. I am looking forward to the safety video. Because i had a almost funny conversation about gun related stuff on another channel and there're explanations on why guns are necessary were hilarious=) So i want to hear what you have to say about that in a future vid. Thanks again man!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Hey Florian - you are so welcome. I'm really happy to hear my "you can do it too" approach is appreciated, but that's what I'm aiming for! I think a lot of people "hype" this stuff to get more views or to make it seem like they're special and doing something that other people can't do, but that's simply not true!

[@scottbartlett4853]

Wow! so amazingly helpful. Thank you!

[@PartyUpLive]

I am thinking about getting into camping and going on road trips when I get a 4runner and my biggest fear is car trouble in the middle of nowhere. But I am getting over that fear. I know at the end of it all, it's not like I'm going to be left out forever. And that there is a way to get rescued. I do worry about being in places like on a trail that are far from a major road, but again I know that help will come. I'm learning all I can and what precautions I need to take. Radio, sat phone, etc... . I'd probably be doing it solo, for a few days in the beginning. None of my family/friends are into it. Planning on being able to sleep in the 4Runner in a pinch. Thanks for the video.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Sounds like an excellent plan and sound thinking. Get some experience even just going a few miles "off the path" for a while until you build confidence and feel more comfortable.

[@MarkRose1337]

For what it's worth, you can also drive to Chisasibi on Hudson's Bay without additional fuel. The longest stretch without is only 400 km. Going to the end of the Trans-Taiga, on my bucket list, would require I carry some extra if I wanted to go down every branch, so I'm still thinking how to best carry some extra fuel in a stock 4Runner.

[@peterantonaros6461]

A five gallon jerry can tied with a cord to your trunk.

[@bcb2585]

I love your content!! Very pragmatic. Also, I own a wrangler, and the internet generally says it's not a good overland vehicle. Well, I've been mod-ing mine to do overlanding anyway, and it's nice to see that my decision is affirmed by watching your channel. Regarding the range and fuel economy.... how in the world are you getting 18 mpg in your jeep on the trail?!?!? I get 15 on the highway unloaded, and I have a 2015 sahara with 33 inch tires

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

To get that mileage I have to stay at 60mph or lower, and I accelerate slowly and drive smoothly. I also have a 6-speed which helps a lot - I can put it in 6th and drive with my toe on the pedal only.

[@johnnychen9897]

Hello Dan, excellent work as always! This video has been a huge help as I will be driving the Dempster highway from Toronto in August. While the world's boarders are in lock down mode at the moment, I am still hopeful that a road trip to South America will be possible again in the future. I'd love to see a discussion about handling multiple local currencies across South America and Africa, and perhaps a video about shipping your vehicle across the Darian Strait. Cheers !

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

You will love the Dempster - the colors will be magic in August. Stay into September and you'll see the Northern Lights! Thanks for the suggestions, those will be future videos for sure!

[@michaelyoung3337]

Accidently first! Love the new series of videos.

[@drewhiller3499]

Same 😂

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Glad you like them!

[@aamerchoudhary5827]

This is excellent advice, Dan. Thank you !

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jacoe2159]

Great video. Really helpful. Just struggling with all the imperial units. Would be helpful for the world outside the us if you could add metric units - at least as text in video. Thanks!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Thanks, will do!

[@ethanwong9950]

Great video and attitude as always, can you talk about medical considerations, and any malaria preventative measures? Or if you’ve already done a video on that I’ll watch and give a thumbs up!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I have not yet, but I will soon!

[@slowboat6021]

like your style Dan.

[@marshinn]

Good practical advice, as always

[@joelletendre1011]

One thing to mention in regards to fuel filtration. Most new vehicles,(your Jeep included), do not have a proper fuel filter mounted on the frame. Jeep for instance has two filters, both in-tank, one on the pump, and another on the module. Both not really serviceable without dropping the fuel tank. This system is extremely reliable. If in doubt of the fuel quality, I think that a person should pump the fuel through a filter-funnel. Another option if the fuel quality is in question, would be to use an auxiliary tank with a filter between the aux tank and main tank.

[@kel8026]

Great videos. Would it be possible to have the amounts pop up on screen in litres and kilometres maybe when you're talking about gallons and miles etc? It's hard to make sense of it if you've never been to the US :P

[@kel8026]

OK, I've seen that I commented a bit too quick!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Great point though, I need to be more conscious of that!

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

@@kel8026 -- 3.875 (appox) liters per gallon (US)... 4.546 (appox) liters per imperial gallon... You've got a computer in front of you, so there's a calculator on it...

[@joelletendre1011]

Pop ups should be in imperial. The US, is the only country that fully uses imperial, with Liberia and Myanmar being kind of both. Metric is the world standard.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

@@joelletendre1011 -- The US does not use "imperial", it uses "US customary units". There IS a difference. Pretty sure that the computer you're using to post that comment also has a calculator on it -- learn to use it. I have no idea whether he was using imperial gallons or US gallons in this video and it really doesn't matter... He's not from the US and not from some metric only country, so he uses whatever he feels most comfortable using. It's up to us to convert to whatever measurement system we fell most comfortable using if it really is important enough for us.

[@Leon-lp9fl]

Big risk to ran dry in SA. True video. Thank,s.

[@spudboy1328]

Really enjoying your series. So much common sense! Can you do a session on the reliability of your Jeep. What problems did you have? Here in Australia, Jeeps have a terrible terrible reputation. The dealer's attitude might be the primary cause (they are renowned for shafting buyers with problems) but over here people would think you were insane if you said you were going to drive across the Simpson Desert in a Jeep.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Yep, absolutely, I'll do a video on that soon!

[@spudboy1328]

@@TheRoadChoseMe Thanks - I'll look forward to that. Seems like you must have had a fairly good run with them, as you went back for a second one!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Never a single breakdown in over 160,000kms through 55 countries in the world!

[@spudboy1328]

@@TheRoadChoseMe Haha! In Australia they'd give you a gold watch and a plaque to hang on your wall. I can't talk though, I have had about 5 or 6 Land Rover Defenders, and they don't exactly have the best reputation for reliability either, but mine all seemed to get on just fine.

[@joshmonaghan6191]

Hey Greg, could you make a video detailing places you've parked for the night? Villages, remote spots, beaches ect. I remember when you were in west Africa and stayed on the coast after being warned no to - i remember you saying you love it there and felt safe :) Have you got a map showing all you locations? that'll be great if you do!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I don't have a map showing all the places I stopped, but my overall route is here static4.theroadchoseme.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/africa-progress-complete.jpg

[@cameronwood1994]

For my Africa expedition, the only fuel related modification I made was fitting Land Rover's own auxiliary fuel tank, mainly because the standard tank is only 45 litres (10 imp. Gal/12 US Gal.) so adding another tank of the same capacity was highly beneficial to me, especially as my average fuel consumption was 20l/100km (14.1 imp. mpg/11.7 US mpg). With the four jerricans I carried, I totalled 171 litres (37.6 imp. Gal/45.5 US Gal), giving me a range of 855 km (531 miles). In hindsight, carrying only 131 litres (28.8 imp. Gal/34.6 US Gal) would have been more than enough, giving me a range of 655 km (407 miles) with 20 litres spare fuel capacity in case of emergencies. Upon returning home, I noticed a section in Tom Sheppard's excellent book, Vehicle Dependent Expedition Guide. In there he gives an excellent formula for calculating actual fuel range requirements. This formula is the following: D x TF x 1.25 + 161 km (100 miles). From this you can figure out precisely how you much you need based upon your average fuel consumption under normal conditions, the TF being the variable based upon conditions (1.0 being normal conditions, 1.45 for traversing dunes etc.). D = Distance between known refuelling points according to the map TF = Your terrain factor, based upon predicted or, better still, known terrain conditions My net result is, I plan to remove my roof rack and sell it on, because by reducing my other payload such as my hoard of day-to-day equipment I was told was impossible to get by so-called experts (just about every major town has a supermarket, e.g. Shoprite). You don't need four weeks supply of food and clothes like I carried because I thought I needed it! Travel light, and you'll enjoy it much, much more!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Thanks for the real-world advice and numbers you gave! ... and yes, 4 weeks worth of supplies sounds like overkill to me!

[@cameronwood1994]

@@TheRoadChoseMe I didn't know any better, so I took advice from so-called experts. I think a lot of them are still living in the 1980's, either that or they haven't actually done a trip. I'm sure you have encountered the same!

[@Dwealdric]

Canada really chews up those Warn fairleads, eh? Mine looks exactly the same.

[@calebbearup4282]

I looked at what comes oem on my vehicle and there's two tank options. It comes with either a 19 gallon or 20 gallon. Mine has the 19 gallon on it. I looked at the pricing for the 20 gallon and it looks like new will run just under $500 USD plus labor. I've had custom built fuel tanks built for under $300 before so I'm thinking that I might design my own tank and have one custom built to take up as much space as possible in the area. I was doing some talking with the shop and I can't likely get it done for around $700 for something that will hold between 24 and 25 gallons. And comes coated in bed liner. I feel like that price difference suggests that getting custom is the way to go

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

That sounds like a solid plan. Where are you going that requires that much fuel and range?

[@jeremy8715]

I’m 300 max in my TJ. That last 250 miles would get me stranded. I would need 4 jerry cans.

[@firebir11]

Space shuttle mission 😂😂😂😂😂your not kidding, with deeeeeep pockets.

[@kevinblackshow]

This is a great video.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Glad you think so!

[@carrdoug99]

Certainly don't overload your vehicle, but add the fuel capacity. You gave the perfect reason. You're on a once in a life time adventure, what a shame to miss out on some cool side trip because of lack of fuel. If it came down to a choice between a winch or even a rooftop tent, I'd take the extra fuel tank. Your modification providing you with a 500 mile range had to be an easy decision.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Yep, 500 mile range was an easy decision, but it's overkill to shoot for 1000 miles

[@mpierce2068]

My worry as a solo traveler and running out of gas and leaving the vehicle to hitch to a gas station is to come back and find the vehicle with all the wheels stolen .

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Who's going to be out wherever you are with a jack and tire iron to do that? Also, see my latest video about making sure that can't happen - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIjOZYKLhbiHhaM

[@mpierce2068]

@@TheRoadChoseMe I'm thinking of Highway 1 in Baja - or anywhere in Baja - wouldn't leave an un attended vehicle there for more than 10 minutes - smashed windows - all your stuff gone .

[@MrCxiong116]

I never ran out of fuel before but I have been stranded more than once and it SUUUUCCKS, especially in the winter in the middle of the forest. I now have a winch and a jumper box.

[@tonymiller5841]

> Nobody drives a vehicle that get less than 15 or 12... and here I am who gets only 10 mpg. :sadkitty:

[@Fe_lix]

For the usual mpg used by overlander, an interesting abnormality is the Schmid couple which has the world record of the longest roadtrip with more than 700000km over 35 years around the world. They do it with a Land Cruiser FJ60, this is a Land Cruiser from the 80's that run on gas with a 4.2L L6, mileage of this thing is around 12mpg on road. When they left for their world tour it was a new vehicle ! Though we can see them on pictures carrying 10 Jerrycan on their roofrack (+ probably 2 for water) which seems not reasonable but hey, it works for them.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Oh, absolutely. There are many, many different ways to do this that work. I'm not trying to say I know best, or that what I know is the only way. I'm just talking about what I've sen hundreds of other people doing, and what's practical and makes sense for a regular person to do!

[@victorbart]

My Unimog has 120L diesel and probably around 1L on 5KM and 60L of jerrycans can be mounted on the chassis. So 600km and 300km reserve. Should be enough. But if I do custom tank I can fit around 200L.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

My pickup could easily carry 833 liters in the bed (four 55-gal drums) if need be. That would give me around 2900 miles of range.

[@brownmoyondizvo1258]

I agree with almost everything you say, but range in Africa not so much. Fuel shortages are a thing and it's just peace of mind to have 1,500-2,000 km and avoid waiting days for the diesel truck to arrive -- or waiting hours and even days in queues.

[@Alan-bj9nb]

Fantastic content!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Much appreciated!

[@bmonck5110]

Did I see in the photo of you refilling the car you used an external Mr Funnel filter? Cheers

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Yes. I needed some kind of funnel to be able to buy from containers, so I figured a Mr Funnel couldn't hurt!

[@janhbhugo5085]

Thanks very informative video once again !

[@jeremy-moore]

I've got the same aev fuel caddy!

[@WALL-E559]

Some folks I've consulted recommend a 700-mile fuel range. My 100 Series Land Cruiser gets about 14mpg on the highway on a good day and roughly 10mpg-12mpg in sand and rough terrain. It's equipped with a stock 25.4 gallon tank. I have considered installing an auxiliary tank.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Where on planet earth are they going that needs a 700 mile range? There are literally only 1 or two places on earth that need that!

[@WALL-E559]

@@TheRoadChoseMe well, I’m glad to hear that LOL. I’m currently averaging 350 miles per tank. The first big trip I want to go on is to the Arctic circle. For peace of mind I’m looking at getting a 10 gallon auxiliary tank that attaches to your tire carrier. Something similar to what you have set up. That way I’ll have roughly about 100 or so miles of extra range If I wanted to go explore something more remote.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

You will never, EVER need more than 350 miles to head up to the Arctic Circle (I've been 10+ times). There simply aren't "more remote" places, the roads don't exist.

[@WALL-E559]

@@TheRoadChoseMe Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much! I’m doing baby steps in regards to trips (2 - 3 day trips/camping) to gauge what I need and what I’m missing. I’m definitely learning a lot from the experiences your sharing on KZbin.

[@corndog2835]

I was watching a series of adventure bike videos by a female KZbinr called "Itchyboots". One of the things she did to modify her bike for traveling through areas known for bad dirty gas was install a strainer thing that looked like a sock that installs through the filler hole on the tank, it would catch the larger particles and you could pull it out of the tank and clean it. I wonder if they make anything like that for Jeeps etc?

[@corndog2835]

I think this is what she used. slavensracing.com/shop/gas-tank-fuel-pre-filter-screen-for-ktm-husaberg-by-splitstream-2/

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I imagine it can't hurt, though I'm confident my small filter would take care of anything big enough to be caught in something like that.

[@corndog2835]

​@@TheRoadChoseMe It just looked convenient to be able to pull it out and clean it by just removing the cap, and it would capture the debris before it made it to the screen that is built onto your fuel pump that you have to drop the tank to service.

[@corndog2835]

another option would be a Mr. Funnel if you have space to keep it in your vehicle. www.amazon.com/Mr-Funnel-MRF-F3C/dp/B07HF6GM27/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=mr+funnel&qid=1593730752&s=automotive&sr=1-11

[@ML-ws6ce]

Another great content, thanx

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

My pleasure!

[@markwyatt3088]

I question that additional fuel filters are required when overlanding in the US. You'll be refuelling every 250-300 miles with a stock tank so the gas will always be fresh. I've had problems where I haven't driven the Jeep for six months with 5 gallons around town and the gas goes sour but a boost of a few gallons clears it up.

[@juanrivero3082]

I carry 5 gallon of water in a plastic contaner in the top roof of VW Westfalia front Vancouver to Ensenada Mexico and from there to Vancouver again well I never used hehehe... mi first long trip with my wife and two kids 1986.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

So, what's the story behind all the dots on your arms? I had something like that happen to me many years ago when I made the mistake of using a pressure washer on a fence and deciding to destroy a fire ant bed that was right next to the bottom of the fence... Big mistake...

[@guluvatrading1301]

NAMIBIA MY COUNTRY... I LIKE UR CHANNEL BOSS

[@user-fe2lr5jw4i]

I’ve always been told don’t let your rig stop you from going on an adventure. My Jeep WJ only gets about 250 mile range. Should I just get a couple of jerry cans and call it a day?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Where do you want to go that needs more than 250 miles of range?

[@oliverr9967]

Ok, AEV fuel caddy owner here too... How do you get that last 1/2 gallon of gasoline out of it? I've tried (a lot) with the provided syphon and nothing

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

.. I'm not sure you ever can!

[@dimitriwaardenburg4631]

Great video !!!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Thanks!

[@julessnakkers]

Great video, usefull info. Did you bring a second spare tyre true Africa?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

No I didn't. I discuss why not here kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5elcmOXn9ydpNU

[@julessnakkers]

@@TheRoadChoseMe thanks, missed that one, I've seen the one about the tyre size. Here in Saudi Arabia we normally carry a second spare on extended weekend/week trips. There are a lot of repair/tyre shops available but we've had to use a second spare multiple times (especially on tough rocks or vulcanic terrain). Love your videos, I'm preparing for an Africa trip myself (after covid....).

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Interesting! Are you damaging tires beyond repair like a sidewall tear or other? I had a few nails in the tread, but I just plug those myself easily enough.

[@julessnakkers]

@@TheRoadChoseMe sometimes it's beyond repair so we need to change the tyre. If it's a screw or a small puncture we try to plug it our selves, later on at home we let somebody patch it from the inside.

[@yanzhixiang6]

Are you using Panasonic mirrorless camera? Its constantly going in and out of focus. You might want to have it on manual focus.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Thanks, I've been improving that in my more recent videos!

[@8II0000II8]

By the way , how's the reliability on your Jeep during your entire journey?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Really good - never a single breakdown!

[@MucuManu]

may you tell me the brand of the fuel tank in your spare tire?? Thanks for the info. Cheers from venezuela.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

It's an AEV Fuel caddy

[@MucuManu]

The Road Chose Me 💪🏼😎

[@westcountryoutdoors]

I use a motorbike to touring and I get 360mile per tank so pan American routes on my list

[@1FiftyOverland]

This is relieving to hear. My f150 came with a 23gal tank from factory. I have since swapped it out for the 36gal tank option and with a solid average 17mpg in all driving conditions paved and off road. I should be good, would you agree? Hwy driving I usually average 19-20mpg

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Absolutely, you've got more than enough to explore all of North, Central and South America without having to carry extra!

[@1FiftyOverland]

@@TheRoadChoseMe awesome!

[@onedankind8168]

I think these popular people like Andrew Saint Pierre White and Ronnie Dahl pushing 1000km range are people who regularly need ranges like that for their overloading trips. I noticed when ASPW went overloading in NA he was shocked at just how many towns were close to everywhere. Basically no places was more than 30 minutes from civilization. So it was much easier to continually fuel up.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

And I drove right around Africa (to a TON Of countries ASPW has never been to) and I didn't need that kind of range. It's just because he lived in Southern Africa and repeatedly went to the same places and pushed further and further out into the wilderness. Because it was my first time there, I was perfectly happy with the exploring I did - it was stunning!

[@onedankind8168]

The Road Chose Me I’ll be buying a Jeep in the upcoming weeks because of your content. Bang for the buck stock is really the best there is.

[@joshnasche5495]

Genright.com has gas tanks for the jeep jk that is 32 and 36 gallons. And they are nice and tuck out of the way. Did you get the titan trail trekker or the AEV spare fuel tank? That is one upgrade I plan on doing for my jeep wangler is a bigger gas tank.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

They sure do, but it's crazy expensive, and the exhaust modifications required would mean I couldn't fit my water tank under the Jeep. I have the AEV fuel tank on the spare carrier.

[@vincesoliman6923]

Question for the chat and Dan; I have a 2005 V8 tundra and get poor gas mileage (~12-14 mpg). After watching this video, I’m most likely going to have to carry a Jerry can or two at all times and I can see the trip being so much more expensive. Would yall resort to another vehicle with better MPG’s or just ride it out with my now almost paid off tundra?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I personally would never drive a vehicle that gets such poor mileage. I simply don't have enough money, and then I will be inclined not to take the big adventure - i.e. goal is the Arctic Circle, but maybe you just stop in Northern BC because you've already spent so much on gas!

[@vincesoliman6923]

Great point! Glad I asked

[@steveem7032]

Fuel is one thing but when 200 miles from the nearest town in the middle of nowhere and you break down what are your options? Sit and wait hoping someone will come along? Has that ever happened to you?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Hi Steve, I'll talk about reliability and spares in a future video. But I'm always interested in this kind of thinking - when was the last time your vehicle just "broke down" and left you stranded, and you were completely unable to get it running again?

[@steveem7032]

@@TheRoadChoseMe While it hasn't happened to me I towed a Jeep out of very rough terrain (4 wheel, low range with lockers on) when they broke down. Their fan went into the radiator so they couldn't run. If they hadn't been following me they would have been there a very long time as we didn't see another sole all day. They could have walked out about 13 miles.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

A few things - you could absolutely run even with the fan through the rad. Plug the leak as best as possible, then drive a short while then wait a few hours for things to cool down before going again. Being "stuck" somewhere for a whole day is no big deal when you have your entire house with you - ie fridge, food, water, bed, etc. Also walking out 13 miles is really not a big deal on the scale of things. I hiked that far last weekend for fun!

[@steveem7032]

@@TheRoadChoseMe Always look forward to your next video. Really enjoyed your Africa trip.

[@28Jcarlo]

Thanks for sharing the knowledge!

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Any time!

[@ds10363]

I would still like to know how to continue to earn a living while overlanding for months on end.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I'll make that a video coming soon for sure!

[@stephenbarabas6286]

Have you thought about driving around Europe and Asia?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Absolutely! I'm trying to save my pennies now so I can launch my next trip!

[@PatrickBonsi]

If you are going drive around Asia let me know and I will join you. I have an LR4 that I can have shipped to where you wanna start.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

One day!

[@PatrickBonsi]

@@TheRoadChoseMe Come me in when that day comes.

[@janhbhugo5085]

Dual Racor marine filters !,

[@farmboy5129]

I sure hope you show up at overland expo next year. I would love to meet you ans shake your hand

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I hope so too, I was at them in 2019, and I was supposed to be at all three this year... so hopefully next year, unless I'm on the road again!

[@reidyelken8935]

What kind of mpgs did you get on your jeeps?

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

The little one for the Pan-American was around 19mpg all day every day (it was so light) and my africa Jeep can hold 19mpg on good roads, but average from Africa with all the mud and sand would be around 16.5mpg

[@RobertVinet]

You could travel the Pan-American Highway and much of South America without 4wd. How much of your journey through Africa required 4WD? And would you attempt an African journey similar to yours without 4WD? I ask as I've noticed most locals I've noticed in your videos of Africa appear to be driving cars.

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

It really depends where you want to go. For what I did in the Congo and the remote road from Nigeria to Cameroon, and some of the deserts and riverbeds, I wouldn't go without strong 4x4 personally. But people probably have.

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

4x4s generally have a higher load capacity than normal cars, so you may never need the 4Wd system and low range box etc but you will need the load capacity. Also would you be happy missing out on some fantastic experience because your vehicle isn’t capable of travelling the road to it? 4x4 suspension tends to be more rugged from factory and if course there’s the better ground clearance.

[@v10moped]

So basically don't carry extra fuel and hitch hike when you run out. Are you sure about that advice??

[@999mrkhaled]

Amazing again lot of very important info 🙏🙏🙏. I know not many overlander go to Algeria but plz if u think ur coming to Algeria contact me plz 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

Hope so!

[@simon762321]

another reason petrol is better than diesel

[@Icutmetal]

The advantages of diesel over gas have definitely started to disappear.

[@hectormgf]

I really like your posts, but as an international overlander I wonder why you talk in milles??? Thank you so much...

[@TheRoadChoseMe]

I figure most of my audience is in the US...

[@Drugaskan]

If you could also give the consumption and range in Litre and KM would be cool. Best regards from Germany

[@gen1c8rs88]

32 gallons = 121 Litres. 400 miles(650Km) equals 19L/100Km and 580 miles(935Km) equals 13L/100Km.

[@Drugaskan]

@@gen1c8rs88 Thank you

[@dickyboyjr]

Petrol engines cope with running out of fuel way better than diesels too.