GOING OFF-ROAD IN A STANDARD 4WD! How to AVOID breakages & getting STUCK!

[@MattsPhotographyAU]

A great video mate, I dare say a lot of people myself included don’t have a lot of money, have an IFS ute and just want to see how far it goes without breaking something but upgrading small pieces bit by bit. A great way to connect with a lot of your viewers in very similar situations, well done.

[@swampypolitics9574]

Certain breakages are just gunna happen. Carry a cv and some u joints and things like that that are not super expensive and more prone to breaking

[@voyager11221]

Yes!

[@4WD247]

Thanks mate, Jocko loves these kind of build and doing it on the cheap, there will be plenty more episodes like this to come!

[@markuran3152]

Agree with your statements mate

[@kadenmackriell4751]

@@swampypolitics9574 been wheeling a stock 2007 hilux. Never done a cv, cvs break when they are under to much pressure from mainly drivers error, whether it’s driving like an idiot or trying to drive some thing to hard for the car, or lifting the ifs to much without a diff drop.

[@garycarter8332]

I think that taking a stock vehicle wheeling before upgrading is a must! Not only do you see where you need to make changes first… but also it teaches you how to pick a line on obstacles. That the reason I love this channel. Graham is right there with the highly modded rigs but with a little line picking he can go right with them!! Great channel for learning and always entertaining!!!

[@4WD247]

Totally agree! Theres to many people out there with all "the gear and have no idea"

[@zac2882]

@@4WD247 what are your thoughts of the 75 series

[@henkstols9326]

I have been skipping some video's on this channel lately and I must say this video was super interesting. Watching the team do hard tracks weekly has not hit the spot with me lately and always find video's very interesting regarding tyres and general product or vehicle reviews,especially becasue the guys are super knowledgeable.

[@tylerwilliam-lr7yw]

how ytis show is the best

[@madlad8629]

How do you know the other videos weren't interesting if you skipped them?

[@johnnumbat9782]

Thanks Jocko - I bought my N70 Diesel Auto early Feb 2020 just before Covid for 18k (yes I know what you’re thinking) - it had low kms, spotless duco and interior with factory bullbar, ARB canopy and ARB tow bar - I’m a solo touring cyclist in Australia and discovered the practicality (water access) and common sense (security) of touring the outback with a vehicle compared to my easy 6 mth treks through Europe - this ute has been amazing as a standard ‘light” off-roader and tourer for my needs - the ARB canopy and tub have now been replaced with 1600mm canopy because unlike you I’m short in stature and had trouble reaching into the side windows and over the rear tailgate - I’ve fitted ‘truck’ spec A/T tyres, Safari snorkel and that’s all I need - a NSW/QLD chap on Gumtree made a roof console fully lined to suit this model for around $280.

[@scrotiemcboogerballs4967]

That's what these wagons are worth. Seems a good price.

[@KarlEller]

IMO tyres should probably be one of your first mods. Everyone is always obsessed with getting the biggest tyres possible, but most dual-cabs will fit a 31-32" tyre on stock suspension and rims, and a decent-priced AT (or even cheaper MT) will get you a LOT further than those HTs while you're building up funds for other mods.

[@TheNyanCatReborn]

Yup, just tyres not even wheels really. You can get yourself a lift by just putting bugger tyres on than from factory and with more grip which will let ya go further

[@markhowells13]

I have just snuck mine up to 32's (ish) with a 2 inch lift. Simply because going up to 33's will be burning fuel and increasing driveline stress for the 60-70% i use it on paved roads. It just doesnt make sense, and it gets me anywhere i have tried to go

[@zarkov2324]

Can even get cheap as MT/AT and throw them on some steelies. Change over when heading out. Saves fuel and they will last ages.

[@4WD247]

That's true mate, but we all have to start somewhere

[@johnnumbat9782]

Thanks Jocko - I bought my N70 Diesel Auto early Feb 2020 just before Covid for 18k (yes I know what you’re thinking) - it had low kms, spotless duco and interior with factory bullbar, ARB canopy and ARB tow bar - I’m a solo touring cyclist in Australia and discovered the practicality (water access) and common sense (security) of touring the outback with a vehicle compared to my easy 6 mth treks through Europe - this ute has been amazing as a standard ‘light” off-roader and tourer for my needs - the ARB canopy and tub have now been replaced with 1600mm canopy because unlike you I’m short in stature and had trouble reaching into the side windows and over the rear tailgate - I’ve fitted ‘truck’ spec A/T tyres, Safari snorkel and that’s all I need - a NSW/QLD chap on Gumtree made a roof console fully lined to suit this model for around $280.

[@stefanwest312]

My wife and I have done an awful lot in a standard 2003 Hilux with Cooper AT3 tryes. The Snowys, the Simpson and lots of other non-"name places". There are so often alternative routes near an obstacle that suit stock cars. Best "mod" - have a playground with a ton of different lines and different sorts of obstacles and spend time going from easy to hard and improve your technique and car control. Practice doesn't need to be a chore!

[@Uha_Nein]

Hey Joko, thanks for the video. At minute 7:12, why go in the ruts? By 7:00 minutes you avoid the ruts. On the end of the video you know how to change the line. at 7:55 minutes: You dont need a suspensionlift. A lift dont make more room in the wheelarches by cross up the axles. Your limit is still the factory bumpstop on up travel. You have this new build. Try it out. Fit 33" and test where the tires rub. Install a lift and test again. For your IFS is a lift a lift, you get more groundclearens.

[@davidmanning8329]

Took my stock Ranger off-roading. First thing I broke was side steps - 1 ripping it off in a mud puddle and 1 bashed by a rock. Rock sliders were the first mod! Mind you, it went pretty ok offroad. It was quite fun anyway!

[@jofi7581]

Looking forward to seeing how this build turns out 👍

[@Jimmy_Saf]

Bullbar, tyres, winch, suspension, roof platform, 12v setup, front mount, snorkel, UHF, tune, etc etc. not cheap

[@gregeigsti3280]

Great video! Looking forward to future installments. This is exactly how I built my truck (yes I am in the states) - start with small items I knew would be necessary then test to learn what else would be required. Rinse and repeat... An added benefit of doing it this way is it allowed me time to budget and save and remain debt free. Thanks for the great content over the years!

[@4WD247]

Right on!

[@DB-yj3qc]

Greg E. 👍 I'm in USA, and have followed that "line" of mods for my last 2 Jeeps. I quit " keeping up with the Jones" on lifting mods and what not. I stopped on 33-35 in. tire sizes when "who's who" was moving to 38s - 40s ect. Many local trails quit being fun, let alone more parts wearing out more often. Sticking with 33-35 tires with gear change and lockers my MPG's didn't take the hit surprisingly on XJ.

[@tyronvangreunen]

my ranger wildtrak is bone stock besides bf goodrich AT's and skid plates. Got me everywhere thus far. But thanks to your channel, it's what got me into 4wheeling and manufacturing offroad gear.

[@thomasburr119]

Really keen to see a follow up vid after the mods are made. Would love to see the exact same track tackled as a comparison. Love it 🤙

[@alisonphilp7497]

So I’ve got the same stock hylux I added a 100 ltr fridge made a cage for it out of an old screen door light and works epic have 1 titan draw 12 volt system peddler 2 inch lift and constant 300 in the rear. And a snorkel a/t tyres on original rims no bar work yet although there is literally thousands I want to spend to get it where I’m happy. I’d love a rear locker also and a full canopy set up. But it’s just a lot of money Love ur work jocko

[@chriswalker499]

Watch the Weight of side steps. One thing I found with my N70 is a full length slide in the tub has made camping so much easier. I picked up a set of 1500mm runners on special order from Bunnings an I built as a split draw system with a ute sized draw. The second battery goes behind the draw. Also measure how high where you keep your car as well as your place of works parking. No point in driving a to work and not be able to park in the works under cover parking.

[@LeeSlikkers]

Here in the states I'm running an 06 Lexus LX470 (IFS) and I'll be watching & taking notes as you dive into the details of a longer travel rear suspension.

[@enricofresnoza3036]

Can’t wait to see how this build turns out! Thanks for all the pointers Jocko!

[@4WD247]

You bet!

[@94Elantra]

Jocko mate, if you can please make note of items such as ground clearance, approach, breakover and departure angles prior to modifying it. Would be interesting to see a comparison of before and after. Cheers!

[@4WD247]

Jocko will be doing something similar in the next ep

[@94Elantra]

@@4WD247 Awesome. I look forward to it!

[@martinravina6934]

Ideally before the bullbar was installed since ithas already taken a bit of clearance on the stock suspension

[@craigquann]

IFS is great. Once they're lifted on larger tires, the lack of front pumpkin and smooth skid plates really lets them slide over obstacles.

[@stuartpowell5473]

Hey Jock love the concept of the build as its what i have done to my Paj. Think you got it wrong with the radio mike mount however. One of the reasons you get that style is because the controls and channel/volume screen info is on the hand piece. When touring you are often switching between channels and or turning the volume up and down (there are some conversations you your partner or kids just don't need to hear) . it is good to be able to see the info on the screen easily and be able to adjust things with the mike on the mount. I have mine high up on the dash just to the side of the left driver vent. I can scan down from the road and up easily to see the screen and can operate the controls without leaning forward in my seat or having to pick up the handset. Give it a go and see.

[@westie4ageturbo.749]

See its yours If its a work car or a rental you would be amazed how far it goes! Seriously i use mine spec current hilux lifted oversized muddies with dif lock every work day and some times have to absolutely send it!

[@drivefortright9662]

Like the idea of dropping parts you don't need in the dry run and replace or upgrade all that survived or scraped through 😀

[@nolimits7076]

cant wait to see jock do some trips in this rig!

[@danbulowski7013]

Thanks

[@KaffiRawr]

Body lift. It's one of the cheapest mods I did to fit bigger tires. I rarely hear it mentioned. Is it an aussie thing to not do it? The 2" body lift made all kinds of wonders for me. Bigger tires fits now. I could move my intercooler 2" up away from the hot engine with homemade spacer. The hot exhaust sits further away from the cab floor. Wrenching on the car is easier with less tight spaces. Inspecting the frame is easier when you can see and reach the top of it. Sills sit higher off the ground and frame with more clearance for sliders. No suspension geometry altered. I did it on a Nissan D22. I lifted it 2" for about $250. I would do it again.

[@Team_Pinky_Muay_Thai]

Really enjoyable video for me. I have a mildly modified N70 and it's good to know I've made most of the important mods you mentioned.

[@Dxing_Adventures]

I did the Maytown Track in a Nav D40 with a bull bar, winch and ATs, no suspension lift, no lockers, no sliders. Crazy, possibly, but no damage. That included going up to the ‘pub’ location above THAT rock step. It is possible to get a reasonably standard dual cab through some tough tracks, but it is hard work with big risks.

[@4WD247]

Yeww! That's epic mate, proves you don't need much to get out there 👌A lift and lockers can take you much further though😎

[@Dxing_Adventures]

@@4WD247 had the lift done now, still considering the lockers.

[@tareskisloki8579]

There's a small company called Tooheys Engineering that makes inserts for those storage pockets on the dash to allow the mounting of a UHF mic. You said in the video that the only way to fit bigger tyres is to fit a supsension lift, but that isn't true on an IFS, whatever you can fit on a four inch lift will also fit on stock suspension because the arms move through the same arc of travel. You're much better off keeping the lift to the bare minimum, and fitting 32's for a daily driver (33's work as well, but require more clearance work, and for your style of driving would require a change of diff ratios to maintain good gearing for off road). you would require upgraded shocks to control the bigger tyres though.

[@endless4x4]

Drove my N70 up Billy Goats and Blue Rag with it stock. Only mods were snorkel and All Terrains. Mind u I do prefer the 2” and bullbar with winch and sliders I have now. Lol enjoyed the vid Jock. 👍🏻

[@stephen_1987]

How much did putting that Bullbar (and winch) on the front decrease the clearance on stock springs? Somehow I doubt it would have helped.

[@markbergman2342]

cool almost my mods. Started with bumper (rhine evolution) front and rocksliders (handmade from poland). Next was winch bashplate (frontrunner, had to modify cause of bad fit) and in thereafter a 2" lift (OME rear and kings front with 4 ToughDoug dampeners. 350+ kg set). Recently i've chosen slightly bigger tyres 32.2" on steelies (Dotz Dakar 7j et20 r17, Cooper st maxx 275/70R17) and chucked in a plate for gearbox. Here in europe it gets me anywhere, it is my daily.

[@kerryparfitt932]

I took my stock 2002 hilux sr5 2.7 petrol from Brisbane to cape York Tele track and Frenchman’s last year 2022, and it didn’t miss a beat, the only time I needed help was the soft bottom of cannibal creek. 330,000 plus klms on the clock.

[@astrixistheman]

Not even gonna lie. I have no money for anything, barely scraped up enough for a hand held uhf set and recover rope. But despite been stock as a rock, road tires included my triton is remarkably capable in most basic offroad areas. Not gotten stuck yet and id probably put that down to judgment but still slot of fun and gives me ideas for whats next. 😊

[@stevenlippis5488]

I'll be curious to see how you handle touring storage with daily driver space. We don't have the luxury of multiple 4wds, so the one vehicle has to be a daily driver and also accommodate us on trips. I'm considering putting in some tie down rails rather than drawers. Keep all the room in the back, and then store everything in canvas bags we can just strap or net down. But also have a 90 series, so a lot less room than a ute.

[@phil6506]

The type of wheeling you guys do I would recommend a really good first aid kit

[@lostforfun5328]

Maybe steel rims, if wheel is deformed, just use hammer or a rock and u can keep driving. And aluminum rims usualy cracks, and needs profesional welding. Thank you guys for awesome conent, i watch and enjoy every single video. 😉

[@mixdaboom95]

Great video Jocko this series is coming in handy as I have a stock n70 I'm building up my self

[@tylerwilliam-lr7yw]

i just like what they do and the cars they drive and the the tracks i’m only new to this though(saturday new) and it’s all i watch now

[@Maxyteq01]

Nice one boys

[@shellebelle53]

Really good video. Certainly relatable for a lot of us 👍

[@DiceyRicey]

Nice repping the standard 4WDs out there! Ive got one and am not modding unless I do myself a mischief. Don’t do the build too fast Jocko, would love to see a few more standard off-road vids. Show just where you can get to with a basic build. Great vid as always guys! 👍

[@johnhannonHanno]

As usual Jocko, best tutorial.

[@4WD247]

Thanks mate!

[@jamezxh]

Meh. He’s a fanboy.

[@luked237]

Yup second that

[@patrickstaples7314]

If ya only got the $ for 1 locker would you go front or rear?

[@mattkathforth2300]

Hi Jock, loving this series I bought as near duplicate N70 in Jan 2023 . Just put a winch on and heading to Fraser next week with my wife and camper trailer.for a week. Loved the previous engine mods hope to have those done in 2nd 1/4 of this year. Also up graded to EC Offroad head unit great to have apps at fingertips. Look forward to future instalments.

[@4WD247]

Sounds great mate, have fun! 🍻

[@craigquann]

Good call on that big rock step. Save it for Graham's Dmax....🤣

[@kingoftheboss]

Really enjoyable video for me.Looking forward to seeing how this build turns out

[@Tom-lf8hx]

Owning a 2005 N70 1KD hilux, but with a steel tray, the first mods i did where phatbars bashplates and transmission bashplate 6years later never busted a CV its unlocked so i have done a few sendy bois getting up some good narly hills, drive the right way and some common sense and it will treat you very well (but at the end of the day its a touring 4wd not a rockcrawler ahah)

[@darrellcoy]

Looking forward to the coming episodes.

[@JohnLloydPhoto]

Jocko: "before we do any mods, I wanna take it out in the bush and see how it performs completely stock. But before that, we're gonna do some mods."

[@MntlMajorkozmo]

Hey Jocko, you have the pony and the other luxxy for tough tracks. Build a pure tourer. Would like to see how a younger person builds a tourer. In a tourer, as i am planning on building a touring rig, multiple small water containers is better than one large one. Can move the weight around the chassis making the weight more even, and if one container gets contaminated, you still have other water sources. Plan ahead. What are your vision requirements around the car? What items do you want access less regularly, but easily after getting out of the car? What side will you most put towards your campsite and what will you want access to easily at camp? For me itll be the right side (drivers). So food and shelter will be that side. The offside would be recovery and power.

[@trailstories_srb]

Jocko is excelent narrator!

[@michaelokell1905]

yeah I think a rear bar might be 3rd on the list after the rock sliders considering the near miss with the bank between the 1st and 2nd winchers lol, but question when it comes down to lockers which line do you think you'll be going down e-locker or air locker with the budget lux

[@4WD247]

Nice mate! It doesn't really matter, they both do the same thing but differently

[@bangran1]

OUTSTANDING guys!!!!!

[@stockrok_3202]

We’ve got an amarok with 32” all terrains, it’s centre and rear locked stock and it is so capable, really underrated

[@TheDackesBadBoy]

Keep the anti-roll bar in the rear, helps the front to really "flex" on an ifs 👍👍

[@bradalexander63]

Shorter wheelbase? Always fun to watch... Thumbs up!

[@jasonh4167]

right on Jocko 1st thing a winch👍

[@isaacpaul8365]

Man I can already see a build like the pony looming up,watch these space.

[@barragu7189]

Nice video of the wattagans. Did those tracks with my unimog recently on my way back to Melbourne from fraser island.

[@stefano_nmd]

Bashplates are needed Jocko, for damn sure

[@AgentXRifle]

Got a stock ‘05 Jeep WK Grand Cherokee with a V8 hemi, all stock (KO2 tires on it). While I would LOVE to gove it a 3-4 inch lift and some 33s, it gets me where I need currently. Definitely still plan on doing upgrades but $$ is an issue atm sadly

[@4WD247]

Must sound good with the hemi mate! You might be able to get away with a 2 inch lift and 33s? It would handle much better on the road

[@harrisonmoore5726]

Cant wait to see this built and on its first trip with the rest of the crew 😎👍🏼

[@4WD247]

Us too! Where should it's first trip be??

[@harrisonmoore5726]

@@4WD247 Fraser for sure 🏝

[@KW-N280]

Love this Joc! Bringing it back to basics!

[@bennocooper7787]

I got n70 all I have is 32s with twin lockers an witch 2 inch lift goes really well

[@1SweetPete]

Pretty much exactly the same setup as my mate's '17 ranger we took into Cobaw😅we learned a lot that day

[@bogged2theeyeballs695]

Nice video Jock. Mates with these have fitted RG Colorado leafs on the rear ( couple of hundred bucks on Marketplace ) and fitted extended shackles, shocks and brake lines for some impressive rear articulation. Pity you pushed it a little too far on that trip. Nice dent to the RHS sill. 😁👍

[@4WD247]

Cheers mate, she had to get damaged one day 😆

[@2uzfe4x43]

this is my dream rig! send it my way to the USA and ill test it out!

[@zac.sciola6386]

I recently got a 08 n70 with a little bit done to it I would think a transmission cooler would be a good buy , as I’ve overheated mine a few times even with a service my auto didn’t like a long day on the tracks

[@silaslai5913]

Hi per my previous understanding what you did before and you should use 35 inches ties and modify all the internal parts and the price should be more practical than normal market exists. Thanks

[@johnjackman7622]

How to avoid breakages, am I on the right channel 😂

[@chrissmith9854]

Was there when filming.. the watagans is a mad place to wheel.. that rock step up is no joke.. I went around it also. Wanna see it go up the hard lines at 5ways when it’s done.. that’s comp truck shit

[@matthewremington-ei3ss]

Wow stocker did pretty good. Creek road, Wishing well, 5 ways are not really stock vehicle tracks anymore !

[@JakeSmithConstructionLTD]

As a someone who will be looking at a similar hilux soon to use for work, play & touring I’d love to see an in-depth tray back conversion (live in the UK where traybacks are near non-existent, but my time in Aus on the farms I fell in love with them) I will be looking to do a tray back conversion and have a canopy for all my tools that is easily jacked off at the job site so I have the tray free

[@robinrobertier6363]

Not bad the n70 up 5 ways ahahah ballsy! Go Jocko !!

[@any4wd]

always good to see what other people are doing to their set up's

[@shaneporter4554]

Great vid mate keep us up to date get lockers first

[@richardmoore4593]

I want to manufacture my own sliders so would love to see the details of the sliders you put on, tube Dia, leg thickness that sort of stuff

[@SHONDELLPOLLEY]

Custom solar pan bonnet wrap, it will feed mon - fri and power your playtime ;)

[@dimitristsagdis7340]

were the early Hilux circa 1994 solid axle back and front? What year did they stop? There maybe some good/better years?

[@rayray-zf4fj]

Question... I know they say it's recommended when fitting a bullbar you need a suspension upgrade. but is it absolutely necessary to do it.. I want a bullbar on my ranger and can get it now but can't afford a suspension upgrade.. so I need to know what will happen if I get the bullbar with no suspension upgrade?

[@Gg-ve6qc]

Good video. Noticed a few of the tracks like creek road and 5ways. Anyone know what the other tracks was

[@slygamer01]

Is that roofrack riveted on?

[@phlfly10]

what is a typical clearance from pumpkin to the ground, that is good ?

[@philthy70]

Jocko luv this ep, not everyone has the ducks guts set up and experience, be good having an ep every now and then on tips and tricks for some of us new players in the game. Cheers

[@4WD247]

Glad you liked it mate, theres pleny more where that came from!

[@jamiesullivan8900]

So what level of damage did you do on the drivers side rear quater when you winched? See the camera angle quickly changed!?

[@Disco_Lux]

Love to see what you do for the touring side of things, as I’m unsure of what to get for mine. One question I do have, is changing tyres really taking it away from stock? I understand if you were to get bigger tyres it would be, but if you got all terrain tyres the same size as what’s on there, is that really taking it away from being stock?

[@troyhunter4740]

yeah i would say so, because generally you dont buy them from the showroom with AT tyres standard which is stupid.

[@Disco_Lux]

@@troyhunter4740 some you can though. And he brought this second hand and you can get them with AT tires secondhand as well

[@shaynerodrigues720]

Great info video! Question I have though.. when will we see Shaun's 200 series again?

[@overunder_4x4]

Great video! This build should be a lot of fun. New sliders immediately. Factory steps crumpled in 2 minutes. 🤣

[@tolzyt5338]

Thanks Jocko! Really helpful vid. Just bought a dmax and wasn’t sure what to do first so great pointers pal. 👍

[@chrisbedwell8527]

I would just like to know, why do you guys perbecause prefer independent suspensions to solid axles?

[@anbu999]

Remove the front swaybar, you'll be amaze how much more flex you can gain in that stock setup.

[@CB-hr6zs]

Well done jocko

[@SnailsPacer]

This episode should have been titled “Jock-dog in a Stock-dog”

[@mattmace10]

When do we get to see more of this car?

[@felixambuk]

Amazing mods✌💪

[@Norskenxtreme]

He's got a ute and throws the muddy flap in the cab 😂

[@cameronwhalan7791]

Stock n70 content. jock "yeah I guess I haven't been down creek Rd in a while" 🤣

[@michaelalcantara8630]

How’s the 1kd engine… is it a bit noisy on the idle?

[@joeop5104]

Great vid champ great to see the difference of a stock vehicle doing 4wding compared to your pony let's say

[@tee7snow401]

Love how the number plate is EBY just short of the word ebay hahaha