Whats its really like after a big lap? We made it home, but only just! The tear down begins #3

This week we run through the clean up and start getting everything back up to scratch. We just completed 26 weeks on the road with constant dust, everything needs detailing and servicing.
Just wanted to show people that just because you make it home, doesnt mean you can kick back.
the biggest issue was replacing the front end seals, in the last couple of weeks on our lap I noticed the seals leaking but didn't want to stop and spend 2 days replacing them in the middle of nowhere or trying to get seals sent out and miss the pick-up.
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[@brentwall9786]

I also want to say thankyou for your honest feedback about your trip, not to many youtubers are down to earth as you, 10/10

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Brent, just wanted to show people the reality of it, it's not easy, but it was such a rewarding experience.

[@Adhdroamer]

Great to see you got home safe can't wait to see the next big adventure

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Andy, we are getting stuck into it and hopefully be able to share some adventures soon

[@addysadventures229]

Have watched you guys from when you started your lap and enjoyed every minute and couldnt wait each week to see your adventures Adam you and Alysa would would be perfect as guides for a Tag A Long Tour I have a family member that used to do it years ago and he reminds me of you Adam Check your market because if you were to specialise in family ones similar to the type of travel you do you would be busy 365 days a year There are a lot of families out there that dont have the confidence to do remote like you guys but would love to take their family real offroad You are very professional in you approach and well skilled and above all really genuine people Its a no brainer guys get in and start your Tag a Longs look forward to more vids Good Luck

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks so much for the advice, I've been thinking about doing something like this for I while and I even looked into how much others charge, and I just couldn't expect people to pay what they are asking. I think as a hobby it would be fun, but make it a job, and all of a sudden it's stressful.

[@craigperry7376]

Geez I was worn out by watching u going about the big clear out & clean up & repair tasks after all that tripping about. Happy to hear u scored the employment & wage that I’m sure will help steady the finances after the constant expenses that u incurred while away & since back home getting yourselves sorted. Take care guys. Cheers 🍻

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Craig, yeah a bit of money coming in is definitely needed, got to start saving for the next adventure 😀

[@donnawilkinson2018]

Another great 👍 show. Thank you and your family for keeping it real

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Donna for the support and positive feedback 😀

[@kerrimeier6573]

Glad you're home safe & sound so looked forward to your weekly vids even watching you clean up was great & inspirational 💚💚💚

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Kerri, wanted to show people the reality of what it's really like. It's not like coming home from a overseas holiday with a suitcase. But it was so worth it

[@stendecstretcher5678]

You made a fantastic job of detailing your car and camper. Not many youtubers out there looking after their equipment like you do.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Stendec, I guess I'm proud of what I have and want it to last as long as possible. Thanks for the support 👍

[@brentmcd12]

so satisfying watching you do all of your after trip maintenance!! well done ! definitely would like to see some shorter smaller trips in the future ..

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Brent, it's a big job and though we should show what's involved. It's amazing how much we got done in 2 weeks.

[@CHOPSZOOKER]

Looks good all cleaned up and serviced, all ready to go again!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate, not quite ready yet. Still have a couple of things to fix and replace

[@shaneturner6887]

Your a blood champion mate huge effort and massive repect how much love you give the gq patrol the old girls definitely look after you! Awsome vid even emotional it always amazes me how much time and effort you put in with all the work you are actually achieving too iv tried and its not easy hope to meet ya 1 day and get a pic of my white gq next to yours👍

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Shane for the support. I can honestly say I don't have much free time, but I enjoy doing that stuff and not to mention the easiest way to prepare for the next trip is to always be prepared.

[@zoezoe610]

This was a great video, like you when we get home I don't stop until all the repairs and cleaning is done. You certainly put your gear to the test and how good does it look all cleaned up. Thanks a look forward to the next video.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Zoe, it was a massive effort, but it's paid off. Doesn't look like we just do a 27k km trip! I'm looking forward to getting back out soon

[@darthvader8433]

Haven't seen someone looking after his gear like that since my Dad, when I was young. Good on ya!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate for the support. I've got lots of pride in our gear and want it to last

[@kennethmcgrane3130]

Love your channel guys. Very satisfying to watch. Keep up the good work.

[@robertarmbruster5650]

You're a goer mate, lots of hard work, what a great effort. Thanks for sharing the many details.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Robert for the support and positive feedback. Really good motivation 👏

[@slygamer01]

I'm a SE QLDer too, and have been wanting to do some shorter trips to get the kids out and see some of this country. It's been great watching this (just discovered your channel tonight) and seeing the tips and tricks and honest assessment of things that happened. Though trying to get the wife and kids to restrict themselves to one clothes drawer each would be the biggest challenge.

[@GoingOverland]

😆 they learn pretty fast when they run out of clean clothes. But honestly we didn't want to spend precious time washing clothes when there was so much to see. It was a non stop adventure. I recommend you go back to week 3 and watch from there. The first 2 were a little slower due to covid restrictions and learning to edit and upload on the road

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@wayne1959]

good onya guys. This video shows the complete trip needs and your attention to detail is exceptional. Great to see you all settled in at home mate...for now. See you again soon.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Wayne, though we should show how much work goes into a big lap. It's not like you come home, lock up the car and problems solved. You have to put some work into your gear. And I'm too proud to let my gear waste away 👍

[@wayne1959]

@@GoingOverland im hearing you there mate. We run an 06 rodeo and try to treat the old girl like our baby so she gets us away and home every fossicking trip..

[@kaybrisvegas1099]

You are very motivated and hard worker Adam. Good to see someone who cares about their items, I am usually the one in our house that does all the cleaning of the van. Oooh red dirt I am still finding from last years ULUṞU trip.

[@GoingOverland]

😆 that red dirt gets everywhere. Thanks Kay for the support 👍

[@trackexplore]

You're a machine mate. It's admirable the time and effort you put into your gear. Of course, it helps when you know what you're doing. lol It'll all pay off for your next trip.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate, you hit the nail on the head there. No point having a 4wd if it's not 100% and ready to go at the drop of a hat

[@waynekerry2115]

Great job Nothing like preventive maintenance and upgrades as you find you need them All the best

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Wayne for the support 👍

[@scooter0958]

Gidday Adam, another great show mate well done. Wow I just looked at how many views you had on this last video…. I remember when I stumbled across your show there was barely a couple of hundred views and now look at you go!!! Keeping it real with no bullshit is the way to go! Cheers Scoot

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Scoot, it's funny how all of a sudden it can take off. We never start the channel to be popular or go full-time, just a hobby and a great way to document what we get up to. I guess so long as I'm still enjoying it, I'll keep doing it. Thanks for your support especially on our earlier videos which was definitely not as well refined 😄

[@SamoYo1]

Hey mate, I just found your channel and I can't get enough of it. I really enjoy your content and your honest and approachable manner, keep it up!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Sam, glad to hear, if you are looking for something to watch, go back to week 3 of our lap of Australia and watch from there, it's where the adventure really starts. Happy to answer any questions too

[@SamoYo1]

@@GoingOverland My night is sorted, thank you!

[@davidmoore7303]

Our Kelpie won't let us out of her sight.

[@GoingOverland]

😆 that's what I was worried about, but he settled in OK while we were gone and had another dog to play with

[@jeffjenkins8303]

Great work. Enjoyed all your video posts during you and your family’s travels.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Jeff for the support 👍

[@batmanlives6456]

Brilliant job on the repair work Great to see the old girl looking just fine again You must be very satisfied Congratulations

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Scott, it is satisfying looking at this clean old bus and thinking what it's just been through

[@barrymurphy3554]

Thanks Guys Appreciate your time & for sharing

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Barry for the support and positive feedback 😀

[@Foolish_Paul_Australia]

You sir are a machine. 🙂 Even though there wasn't any spectacular outback locations, I enjoyed this "back to the real world" video. Congrats on finishing the big trip and it was good to see how everything survived (or didn't) the trip. As for the idea of tag alongs? YES PLEASE!!!!!!!!!! 😁

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Paul, just wanted to show people the reality of it. It's not like coming home from a holiday with a couple of suitcases. But it was so worth it, thinking back on what we achieved puts a huge smile on my face and keeps me motivated. I'll let you know when we get everything sorted out

[@JimsCS2]

Great trip. My partner and I are in Toowoomba and would love to get in a tag along. We are very keen on the road less traveled. Awesome to see someone talk about the post trip mess and the see the passion for being out there.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Graig, just wanted to show people the reality of what goes on. It's not easy, but so rewarding

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@franklutton7149]

great to see a post trip repair and service vid... Love to do a trip away as im local to you...

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Frank, hopefully I can organise something

[@glenod]

kelpie was glad to see you home :)

[@GoingOverland]

He was and we were missing him like crazy 🤪

[@glenod]

@@GoingOverland ive done 2 trips around aus with old mate kelpie and my van, he was such a good mate to have with me. Bloody good security too.

[@hooky613]

Great job guys

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Hooky 👍

[@michaelnugara1]

Just stumbled over your channel and absolutely love it guys. Great to see the patrol out in the tough stuff. Well done everyone👍 Subbed

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks so much Michael for joining us, you'll have to go back to week 3 of our lap of Australia, that's we're the adventure really kicks off after waiting for restrictions to end. Happy to answer any questions you have

[@jimmaier3600]

g/day guys great trip wll be out there myself soon. one thing check up on calling them tag alongs as you are responsible and need insurance. just check up before you do them. great car

[@dougneville9097]

Great vid team,we always do the big clean,maintanace on camper and 79 after every trip. A bit time consuming but well worth it.Thanks for the vid,looking forward to the next....😎

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Doug, it's a big job but I couldn't sleep if my gear is not 100%. I think having pride in what you have is a great thing, no matter what you drive.

[@markblanch665]

Great video guys. Thanks. Keep them coming. There is so much you can vlog about with your knowledge. You could just keep doing “how to…” videos on your Chanel. Even just maintenance stuff around the house as well.

[@GoingOverland]

😆 thanks Mark, but I'll stick with the camping stuff, it's what I enjoy 😉

[@gregnewell8141]

Great stuff mate count us in for tag along tour sometime cheers. Happy to travel from New South Wales to meet you and your family and support you for the terrific effort you put into this presentation. Like it to last for more than a weekend though just food for thought.but we’re in

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Greg, I'll see what we can put together. It'll so good having a meet and greet

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@gregnewell8141]

@@GoingOverland would love to but will be away at the Mundi Mundi bash .Next time for sure thanks for the invite

[@raybourne5781]

Great vid & round up……your a bit like me… just keep going 😂

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Ray, it's great to take pride in your gear. Nothing to apologise for

[@scumpert]

Love to come over there from WA! Will be in touch!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Mark 👍

[@scruffyc6424]

Live in north Burnett meet and greet bit of a weekend run sounds fantastic would love to meet you all and your family

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Scruffy, will have to let you know when we get everything sorted out and ready to go somewhere

[@Rohan-go4oo]

Gosh, I am exhausted after watching you do all that cleaning.

[@GoingOverland]

😆 and I put almost the same effect into a long weekend clean up. I'm just happy I only have to do it once in 6 months

[@conellisgreatadventure8864]

Must feel strange being home again, so much space lol awesome video again, the BF Goodrich AT’s are a great tyre, I’ve also got them on my camper trailer. Tag along trip sounds great, we’ll be up your way in April over the school holidays. Keep up the good work, the old girls looking great, true testament to your hard work, I just hope that my patrol looks in the same condition when she hits 30.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate, it has been really strange walking on carpet and showering inside. I suppose you only get out of any vehicle what you put into it. I put plenty of time into our patrol, and she looks like she's going to live forever

[@jeffreythomas815]

Favourite KZbin channel 👍. Thanks for another great video. Tag along sounds great, but just too far away for us.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Jeff for the support, would have been great meeting up

[@Accolades70]

Noice Vid - Good Summary. We have a 2022 Dmax Spacecab on order, Getting a Norweld Canopy and power fitout as well as a Roof Top Tent. - Northside Brisbane. :-)

[@GoingOverland]

That would be awesome 👍

[@nqhunter210]

Looking forward to all your new adventures

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate, I can't wait either, got a couple of ideas kicking around. But still a couple more changes to some of our gear

[@ailo4x4]

You will find after being home for a month or two that you will look back and it will seem like it never really happened or that it was a lifetime ago. And you friends, neighbors, and colleagues will look at you and say, 'gee, you look tan. Had a holiday lately? Haven't seen you for a bit'. And that 'bit' was six months ago. And the best part is, of course, planning for the next one while thinking about the last one. Enjoy!

[@GoingOverland]

So true, I'm constantly looking for the next new place to explore, it's part of the adventure, the research and planning process keeps me motivated through the working week

[@mitchf5888]

Mate i absolutely love your vids as you're so down to earth. I'm much like you with my post trip routine. It's always good to get it out of the way when it's fresh on your mind. I'd be more than interested in a tag along tour someday as i'm also based in SEQ. In the meantime, looking forward to your next video.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Mitch for the support and positive feedback. I'll have to organise something soon. The way I think of it, the easiest way to prepare for the next trip it to always be ready to go and have everything 100%

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@kevinbeckwith7740]

Thanks for all the honest opinions on things. I know it’s your opinion but many giving opinions are sponsored and may not be all that honest… Stay safe guys

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Kevin, I decided long ago that I wanted to keep our channel ours, and be honest, it's more of a hobby than trying to make money

[@andypeacock6519]

Hi guys. Another great video. The old Patrol and camper scrub up well. Thank you for you honest opinions and insights. Quick question you may have already said or answered. But what type of shirts were you guys wearing they look comfy and cool. And we're can we look for them . Keep up the great videos. Cheers Andy

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Andy, the main one we wear is from mangrove outdoors and it's definitely the best of the lot

[@coversadventurecapers2838]

Count us in for a tag along. Impressive cleanup of your set up. Thanks for taking us with you through this phenomenal trip. Understand that feeling when you get home and the longing to be out there after a great trip. We’ve got a few trip itinerary ideas mapped out for this year and would be happy to share. We’d love to meet you all as you a like minded.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks mate, a meet and greet would be fantastic. And the patrol is starting to look like she used to, I was thinking she would be no good after such a punishing trip

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@coversadventurecapers2838]

@@GoingOverland that sounds fantastic. In August? We will send you a private message through one of these platforms. Thanks.

[@lizardears4861]

I’m a recent subscriber and love your down to earth channel. I have a camper and soon learnt you need to be a jack of all trades. I don’t work in a trade but I’ve learnt so much that I wouldn’t otherwise have plus I didn’t have any DIY upbringing. Did you just teach yourself all this stuff ie. how to do wheel bearings etc ?

[@GoingOverland]

Yeah all self taught, I'm not a mechanic but I started with 1 small job and just kept going. I think a oil change was my first step and it was actually easy and very rewarding. It's amazing how when you pull something apart, look closely at it and maybe a little google, how uncomplicated a job is.

[@kateadkins7087]

Great vid yet again guys - really good to see how everything stood up. Interested in a catch up or tag along when we’re in SE Queensland 2nd half April or May if timing suits. Keep the videos coming as they’re really interesting and have helped us heaps!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Kate we'll see how things go. Fantastic to hear from people we are helping. Really good motivation to keep going

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@kato695]

Nice job!

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Kato, appreciate your support 👍

[@_Bags]

I also have a TD42 turbo GQ, Myself, Mrs and 3 little ones. The mrs and I have done a 5 day/4 night weekend away but we haven't been away with our kids yet. Would love to tag along for "semi local" to South East Queensland trip. We are based out of South Brisbane.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Jay, I'll let you know when we organise something

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@NLJ1953]

The first 10mins repeating Need to Clean...Big Job..."

[@GoingOverland]

Hope you kept watching. Sorry if it was a little slow, but wanting to show what the reality is. For you it was 10 minutes of cleaning, for me it was 4 solid days!

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Another great Ep Adam and crew, You and I share the same OCD on the maintenance I do all ours, but the unload of the gear together, But we never clean our Van and 4wd like that that bit dust reminds of our trips, Holy cow Thats taking Cleaning OCD to another level,

[@GoingOverland]

Mate I like having the Patrol shinning. I always take pride in what I have and take care of our gear, probably the reason why we could take the old patrol on such a punishing trip. Thanks Craig for your support 👍

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Yes but pretty paint does not keep them going good maintenance does, but well done

[@bears2604]

It's over..buggah I enjoyed the videos. Maybe you could do some short trip 4wding vids like Tyler Thompson before your next trip!

[@GoingOverland]

Yeah Bear we usually get away once a month, otherwise I go a little nuts. Thanks for the support 👍

[@martingeorge8026]

Good job lucky you are mechanical minded save plenty of money well done 👍

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Martin. It's always good to save money. Hardest thing is finding a mechanic who cares. Every time the patrol goes to a mechanic, they always miss something, forget a part of not put something back right

[@martingeorge8026]

You right about mechanics 3 out 10 are good 👍

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Once everything was done and the realisation finally dawned that the trip was over and it was back to life in suburbia, we felt totally lost. That was after our first big trip of three years so I'm wondering if you settled back in easily or was it a bit of a shock to the system?

[@GoingOverland]

It was a huge shock, I think because we lived outside in the elements, it made it feel so strange walking on carpet and showering inside. And waking up in the same place, I mean where's the adventure? I'm sure we are getting back to normal life, but I really miss living outside with minimal stuff

[@buryitdeep]

G'day Adam, you seem very mechanically handy. Was your background mechanical, or all this is self-taught?

[@GoingOverland]

All self taught, not a mechanic. Just learnt by taking one thing apart and putting new parts on, then something else and so on. Lots of things I wouldn't do, eg engine internals or replacing the clutch

[@stuartmutch6003]

I agree with you regarding the Andersen plugs. You mentioned the Narva at 2 for $20. Did you find them good? I had quite a few branded as Andersen, but suspect they may have been copies as they all cracked and opened as some of your appeared in the video.

[@GoingOverland]

Yeah the narva last the longest, had one starting to crack when we got home, but it was the original one on the drawbar, so it was constantly knocked around

[@paulnsteph]

Would love a weekend tag along mate. Loved following your journey. We are located at Rochedale South 🤠

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Paul, good to hear, I'll let you know when we get sorted out

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@Thomas_M_1963]

Good to see you're home and safe. Enjoy the convenience of your own house! What was it like for the kids to come home? Cheers

[@GoingOverland]

Oh you should have seen them, they got every toy out and within 1hr the house was completely upside down 🤣 it was a shock to everyone having our own bedrooms and first couple of nights they were a bit restless

[@scotts4x4adventures92]

Hey guys glad you made it home safe would love to do a tag along when we get up your way we left Sydney to head south. Still keep putting the vids out even if it’s mods or repairs yous do love the vids

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Scott for your support. Definitely let us know when you get to south east Queensland. Hope you're having a amazing trip

[@scotts4x4adventures92]

@@GoingOverland thank you have had a rough start with the van lost our brakes and had to do a set of bearings but we’re all good loving it so far

[@raybulmer5707]

Hi Adam. I was interested to hear in one of your earliest videos that cruisemaster gave your trailer a 2 inch lift on their suspension. I have a small ten year old caravan with cruisemaster independent suspension. The caravan has 235/75/R15 tyres. I want to change the tyres to match my truck size 265/75/R16 to make it easier to plan my spare tyre set up. I have asked for a two inch lift with bigger hubs. Originally they agreed but have since told me they don't do lifts. What is your advice? Thanks for all the ongoing great videos.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Ray, I would take some photos of the arms and email them again. I know they are super busy right now so they might not be motivated to do little custom jobs. Have a look at the centre line of the hub, ours used to be welded to a square bar and that was welder above the arm. The new one, that square is welded inside the arm giving us a 60mm lift.

[@rodtaylor2280]

Great to see you home safe and well,very well done to you all have loved all you videos, would like to do a tag along if all works out,looking to go to Mt Moffat shortly

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Rod, did you manage to check out our earlier video from Mt Moffat before our lap? It was our first trip with a drone and I only had 2 flights before leaving

[@rodtaylor2280]

@@GoingOverland yes have watched it twice

[@GoingOverland]

Hey guys just wanted to let a couple of people know we are hoisting a meet and greet/camping weekend from Friday night 11th to Monday 14th at Levuka 4wd Park a couple of hours south of Brisbane. Be great if you can make it, cheers

[@rodtaylor2280]

@@GoingOverland thanks for invitation, presume it's for the month of August,we away in vw t3 camping at moment not sure if we will be able to make it thanks

[@jemty9564]

Labour of love mate, we would love to do a tagalong with you guys..... only thing is we are still in Saudi Arabia Cheers and enjoy the Journey.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks guys, you'll definitely have to let us know when you're back. Are you guys on instagram? Check us out at Going Overland

[@placestosea]

good video, do you have good experience with off road electric magnets on the camper?

[@GoingOverland]

No, we couldn't get them when the brake failed in NT and cruisemaster don't sell them, so when we have a little extra money we will upgrade them.

[@johnpitt2742]

wish i was as young as you

[@aussiequest9543]

CHEERS :)

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks 👍

[@rayharth183]

Tires look great

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Ray, they look amazing on the trailer, can't wait to try them in sand

[@andypeacock6519]

Hi guys hope things have settled down for you and you are back to some kind of normality . Just another quick question. After having great success with the lithium battery upgrade to the camper and getting great results do you plan to upgrade the second battery in the GQ to a lithium as well. Cheers Andy.

[@GoingOverland]

Maybe. I have to do a little more research on how they handle the heat under the bonnet. I like having the battery out of the way and not taking up storage room in the back. Otherwise I'm super happy with the lithium in the camper and know there is always plenty of power in it

[@andypeacock6519]

@@GoingOverland I think there is one out there that can be used under bonnet but I don't think it's the itech one. I have a drop down battery box mounted under my GU after it was converted to the 6.5 chev. Bit of a pain to get to but maybe an option to look at. Don't know how the handle getting wet though.

[@YoHo18]

When you go again on longer trip Adam. You will be taking the same rig or different?

[@GoingOverland]

I think it'll probably be the old patrol. Sure it has its issues but it's strong, capable and has everything we need. And best of all, it's still reliable. It always fires up and gets us home 😁

[@garysheppard4028]

Whew. Big job. How did you learn to do all those mechanical work? Are you a mechanic? That's the sort of stuff I'd love to be able to do for myself so I'm looking around for a course or something that will teach me the basics.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Gary, no not a mechanic, self taught. I learnt by pulling things apart, and putting them back together, and having it I the back of my head that if I can't get it right I could call a mobile mechanic. But the beauty of the old patrol, it's pretty simple and easy to learn

[@philsrandomstuff2392]

I see you put on road brake magnets back on the camper. You will end up with the same problem that you had at Wolf Creek.

[@GoingOverland]

Yeah they don't sell the offroad ones from Cruisemaster, so when we have a little more in the kitty, I'll upgrade them.

[@jeep2701]

Another great video thank you. You mentioned the snow trip, are you going to do the high country or just a family ski trip. In Canberra so if your thinking of a high country trip love to tag along. Anyway thanks and cheers Mark

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Mark, thinking of Vic high country, but so much I don't know, I'm actually a little scared of the thought

[@jeep2701]

@@GoingOverland can I message you I have something to share which might help with your planning

[@jeep2701]

@@GoingOverland have sent you a message via Instagram

[@tonygrey3340]

Another great video, thanks for posting. How did you go with sorting out the wheel alignment of the Lifestyle Trailer? Following our 8,000km trip with our Lifestyle Reconn, I also chewed out a tyre due to wheel alignment issues. Cruisemaster undertook my tyre realignment without any issues as part of my post trip servicing. I guess it shows just how much punishment the Independent Suspension has to absorb on all the gravel & outback roads. Please keep the post trip videos going as its great to see how you settle back into suburbia.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Tony, yeah when I through a straight edge and tap on the hubs it was way out! I've got it spot on now and put a marker on the cams in case it moves again

[@td42dirtygq]

Nice video mate 👍🏾 👌 Can I ask where you got the flares from need some for my gq patrol thanks

[@GoingOverland]

Hey mate they are the factory flares, they look good but I've snapped a lot of the mounts, so silicone is the main thing holding them up

[@td42dirtygq]

@@GoingOverland good idea but the trailer ones you just used thanks 👍

[@lifesbumpyroads6859]

How the heck do you have that sort of energy and dedication... :O

[@GoingOverland]

😆, I guess I take a lot of pride in our gear and like having everything spot on. Thanks for the support 👍

[@peterryan7340]

A good mate of mine is a detailer and he uses a pressure washer on the door jabs

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Peter, what I really need is a steam cleaner, the dust is so sticky it doesn't just hose off.

[@peterryan7340]

@@GoingOverland I forgot to add that he applies a citrus cleaner first

[@grahameroberts8109]

Where were the tin lids during all the cleaning up?

[@GoingOverland]

😆 they are enjoying having carpet under their feet and all their toys. There was lego everywhere

[@shaunwhite4338]

Come up to Landcruiser Mountain Park for SSS Winch Challenge 25/02-27/02

[@GoingOverland]

Don't know if we can make it, see what happens

[@szejim1757]

I wish I am handy as you,

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks for the support, I only learnt from giving it a go myself, doing more and more. I'm not a mechanic but after owning the same car for nearly 20 years you learn a thing or 2

[@johnpitt2742]

you are moving fast my hands shake like that when i am holding them still

[@GoingOverland]

😆 thanks John, it was a epic job cleaning and getting everything done before going back to work, so I had to move fast. But it was so worth all the effort 👌

[@johnpitt2742]

maybe you do mine when you finish yours

[@aaronhunter7062]

What job do you both normally have ?

[@philsrandomstuff2392]

I Recall him saying during the trip that his wife was a school teacher.

[@GoingOverland]

Yeah larissa is a teacher and I'm a detail carpenter for a builder.

[@shayneboyle1188]

I'll contact through instagram message. I'm sure we can organise something over the next few months.

[@GoingOverland]

Thanks Shayne, be great to have a meet and greet