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[@dylanweston8432]

My husband and his pal Abe were duly impressed. Both being engineers were in awe of the work done, its quality and the dedication needed to achieve your goals. They are envious and also ashamed that their own car rebuilds are taking so long and not nearly as complex. A great video and interestingly narrated as well. You two are so admirable. I have always followed you on FaceBook and been absolutely in awe of this project but never fully understood exactly how much work it had entailed. You two are truly marvels.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, we really appreciate your comments.

[@stubru66]

Wow, six years to build - that's dedication. Well done !!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks it was definitely a labour of love and well worth it

[@TheMth370]

Ian is not only a very clever man but quite lucky to have a partner who shares his love of the outdoors and photography .

[@UnimogAdventures]

We were always meant for each other, been together for 36 year. We both love what we do.

[@heartobefelt]

@@UnimogAdventures Most people think they are free until they walk in your shoes and discover what freedom can really be. You're living life to the full and enjoying the feeling fully , which is much more than a 3 dimensional experience

[@georgberk1473]

Wow!! I'm blown away with not only the work put into the truck, but also the attention to detail. That is one mammoth effort and wonderfully presented. You have now made a lot of people very envious. Enjoy your travels. You have certainly earned it.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@rickgill3496]

Ditto...bloody amazing!

[@UnimogAdventures]

@@rickgill3496 Thanks

[@бредлит]

Хорошая, хорошая! Машина тоже понравилась.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@AG-zq1sr]

As a couple, you two make quite the team.. from design to execution the truck looks great and then add in your trips with Ian's photography and Trish's modelling.. it all makes for really enjoyable viewing. Thanks for explaining everything in this nicely done video.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it.

[@BJandRae]

A very impressive build. Thanks for showing your unimaginable in such detail.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, glad you liked the video.

[@anthonysamuel3998]

I must congratulate you on building such a wonderful craft. This is probably the best I have ever seen in this range. Hats off to your husband for all his hard work and dedication Anthony

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you Anthony, we really appreciate your comments.

[@josef56]

Wow! What an amazing build! Thank you for sharing your dream!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching.

[@josef56]

@@UnimogAdventures you are most welcome. I am absolutely amazed about the country. I tend to only visit NSW as most of my rellies live there. I think I might go further afield on my next visit. That is when this lockdown subsides. Thank you for sharing your wonderful trips! Cheers

[@UnimogAdventures]

@@josef56 so much to see up north, you need few months to see even part of it.

[@josef56]

@@UnimogAdventures Iain & Trish I was hoping you would give me a lead on the folding campaign chairs. I do WWI camp displays and these chairs would fit in. I looked on line but I haven’t been able to source them. Cheers, Joe

[@UnimogAdventures]

@@josef56 HI Joe. this is where I got them from gurams.com/product/martin-chair/

[@richardharker2775]

So much ingenuity and practical creativity involved in your build. I found it absolutely fascinating start to finish.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching

[@andrewnelson3681]

You’re a brilliantly clever couple. The design and build is just fantastic.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, it works well for us.

[@myticas]

It's a dream - the truck, your knowhow, and, last but not least, you both as a couple. I would sign a paper confirming this vehicle as the best Unimog in the world. Best of all - it's not too big! All the best from MM RickThe Mysticat

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Rick, I agree 100%

[@lancecourtney3900]

You two have done a wonderful job making this vehicle.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you Lance

[@quintenputnam4578]

WOW WOW WOW!!!!!! Such a nice build you must be very proud of your accomplishment. I appreciate all of the details put into this and thought behind it. Thank you for sharing a most inspirational design.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, appreciate you comments. Iain put a lot of thought into the truck, and it works great for us.

[@jhglake]

Natural beauty is the most beautiful thing, great photos. Thanks

[@UnimogAdventures]

Many thanks

[@wildmongols]

Love your truck! I'm a yank from Wyoming. I met a fellow in the early 80s who was here shearing sheep. I gave him my spare bedroom, as he was sleeping in his car. In 2016, he called me up and said he'd just bought a station out on the Darling river, and would I like to come over and help move things out there? Keep in mind, I hadn't heard from him in 35 years, or more. I said of course. When I got off the plane in Sydney, I finaly vaugly remembered who he was. He is a wool broker, and very succesful. Their home place is between Dubbo and Orange, and he also has a station at Brewarnia. He put me in a 24 ft flatbed truck, and after a trip to the station at Tilpa, I started on my own. I had NEVER been through a roundabout, and I'm driving on the wrong side of the road, going through Dubbo, Nygan, Cobar, and 70 miles later, turn onto a dirt road for another 30 miles. We had a stock crate we could put on as well, so I was either hauling cows or sheep, or supplies to Tilpa or Bre. Watching your videos has really made me want to go back. I was there for 6 months, minus the 2 weeks I spent in NZ. I'm hoping to go back over a year from now, buy a Ute, outfit it with spare petrol tanks and some way to carry water, throw my swag and whatnot on, and travel. Keep doing those great video's, I'll keep watching. If you go to KZbin, punch in Downunder, and my name. I'm a songwriter and singer, and wrote it when I was there last. Cheer'r mate, and hope to see you on the road! Hub Whitt

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Hub

[@grahammcrae6734]

What a great design, you are rightfully proud of it and looking at it is inspiring as to what can be done with hard work and thoughtful design, Great to see the environment getting its proper respect and have been following your trips with delight-long may you travel in safety

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, it was a lot of work, but well worth the effort. Stay safe as well,

[@RowynDaily]

What a beautiful Unimog.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@53finbar]

Great tour!! I can tell Ian knows his trade and a very high standard of workmanship throughout. Love your videos, makes me want to tour Australia.

[@UnimogAdventures]

He is an Engineer, but loves to work with his hands as well. Australia is a great place, so much to see.

[@mykelphotography]

Thank you for sharing your amazing work and detail on your truck, it’s an absolute credit to you both and what a incredible job you have done, can only imagine how much enjoyment you have touring around in it, really enjoy your adventures and photography, thanks again for sharing with us.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Our pleasure, thanks for watching.

[@quansun7633]

Man of culture United.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks

[@rogermace4516]

What a truck, It's the best set up I have ever seen ... Well done to you both, I'm blown away with the workmanship and design.... Keep Safe

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed the video

[@geroldknoebel3836]

Very solid and robust construction, many systems redundant, it is a very safe vehicle. I know Unimogs, Landrovers, G Klasse, Jeeps etc. from my over 40 years of experience, as an assembly engineer around the world, whether in Asia, Africa, America and in the deepest dirt where you put refineries and chemical plants. I wish you, always luck, good trip and take care of yourselves. Greetings from Frankfurt

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Gerold, it sure is a pretty tough truck, and yes, most things have redundant systems, just in case.

[@shivakumar36]

Excellent.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@rohankerr8891]

That’s an incredible walk through. Thank you so much. I have not seen a detail build vid like that even from 24wd guys. Once again keep up the great work Trish and Ian.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Rohan, it was a lot work putting the video together, so glad you liked it.

[@Blackxs93]

Awesome truck and setup and I enjoyed you taking the time to show us the setup

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, it took us a while to do the video, so glad you enjoyed it.

[@pb9040]

He's a cleaver man , a straight out credit to you both of you 👍

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, lots of hard work but worth it.

[@yuglesstube]

This is thee nest overlander I have seen.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, we think so.

[@fookdatchit4245]

Six years to build the beast. A lot of hard work and focus. Great vid, thanks.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@JezDavis]

I am in awe at the awesomeness of your awesome Mog.... magnificent workmanship

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@inmobiliariaadolfovillegas7205]

felicitaciones.... que experiencia. viajar por el mundo y sus carreteras.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Gracias por ver

[@GriffithsFfestiniog]

Amazing to see how much you have packed into the Mog, very interesting and informative video demonstrating your enthusiasm and skills. I enjoy watching your travels and the breathtaking scenery thank you for your commitment and sharing your journey with us.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the compliments.

[@syncrosimon]

I think you may be right🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍👍

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you think so as well.

[@syncrosimon]

The attention to detail in the systems to make failures easier to deal with, the neatness of the install, and the workmanship are so nice to see. 6 years is a long build time, but you can’t rush that sort of detail. Well done on realising your dream. We have retired early and are looking forward to the new year exploring Spain and Morocco. We have a regular motorhome, and will hire a small 4x4 for the knarlier bits of Morocco.

[@UnimogAdventures]

It was well worth all the effort, for sure. Keep safe on your travels.

[@Thunderbyrd.]

Sweet! Ian did a better job than any custom shop ever could. He could make a great living building or modifying RV's. It's obvious he's a perfectionist and had mad skillz!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for the compliments, he is a bit of a perfectionist, that's for sure.

[@dancason9548]

Impressive build. I’ve just bought a Unimog in the UK myself so am scouring everybody’s youtube builds for ideas and tips from experience. Great vid and I think I will def see some of your ideas come through in my fitout!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Iain has build threads on Benzworld and Expedition Portal - Links in our Bio

[@jolandaenpeter]

Great tour, and foto's!!!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching

[@barrymurphy3554]

Hi Team You both have the right attitude, to do anything near enough is no good enough. 100% all the way, so it does cause you trouble out in the middle of no where. Thanks so much for sharing you hard work, hope to see you some day. Thanks again stay safe cheers

[@UnimogAdventures]

Well said, we want to travel solo in the most remote places, so have to make sure we can always get back.

[@bobjuniel8683]

Ian is a very clever man. This is a really well thought out design. I prefer it to the factory designs. Well done. He has good taste in women too. You both really represent fun, freedom and adventure.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Bob. We spent a lot of time designing our camper, it is a small space but works well for us

[@dpbj1957]

Probably one of the best thought out expedition vehicles I've seen on here.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you , we love it as well

[@davidh25952]

Just amazing, well done living your dream.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks so much, we love our truck

[@cuttnhorse2013]

Outstanding job! Great vision. Plus the photos of you are outstanding, the surroundings, plus your beauty!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, and thanks for watching

[@Pete-nl8ok]

That's a fantastic Unimog!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Pete, glad you think so as well.

[@marki-p5065]

You guys have done an impressive job of building that overlander....the thought you have put into everything is incredible...well done...

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, Iain tried to think of everything,

[@RetiredPilot]

Don't know why but I like your earlier vids the best !!!!!

[@UnimogAdventures]

We have a few more of those to come soon

[@HeliTom84]

Extremely well done! Cheers from Norway 🇳🇴

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you, glad you liked it

[@garyfindlay5503]

Great build, thank you for sharing.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@craigjackson9268]

Nice set up you have created

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, 😉

[@dannypashley5552]

Wow guys I really can't believe what yous have done that's absolutely awesome guys

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Danny.

[@calmuhl1]

Great job describing your Unimog, great design and workmanship.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you like it, and thanks for watching.

[@100660mr]

Awesome truck

[@UnimogAdventures]

We agree!

[@andriesviljoen4309]

Hi there from Western Cape in South Africa. Really well informed tour of your setup. You really went to the ultimate to prepare your great truck for its purpose. Great work in every sence of the word. Very interesting places you visit, and the landscapes really breath taking. Well done, and keep up the good work. Cheers👋🏻☝🏻🇿🇦

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, glad you like the video.

[@garyag45]

Outstanding workmanship, beautiful. 😎🇺🇸

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you.

[@Gohasuka]

That shower positioning is genius indeed. 🤔The only thing that i thought you guys should have it is air conditioning

[@UnimogAdventures]

We spend a lot of time outside exploring so are used to the heat. With the cross flow ventilation from the big windows all around, we would probably not use a/c much as we love the silence of the Outback.

[@jimhunt5259]

So glad you posted another video. welcome back

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, more to come.

[@skogsbosse]

Wow. Vhat a great build.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you.

[@keithjefferies9862]

Amazing build

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, a lot of effort, but well worth it.

[@bradschwind2863]

U guys are an amazing team well done

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@SnelIT]

Very ingenious; very impressive!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@thirdtimeround-chromenomads]

Your MOG is unique and so is Ian. An amazing build.

[@UnimogAdventures]

They are both pretty special lol

[@dwightestrella563]

Truly a labor of love... aweome!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@UnimogAdventures]

Sure was, well worth the effort.

[@peterrv956]

Love what you have done to set up the Unimog. I have done similar over the years, but on a much smaller scale, to a couple of Hilux's, Ian has done a great job. I'm looking forward to my next trip to Cape York, first one since 2000, this time with a camper trailer.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Enjoy the trip, hpefully not to man people up there at the same time

[@whitedoggarage]

You also asked about coffee machines, we recently moved to a Belman stove top expresso and cappuccino machine. Only needs a heat source and removes the need for electricity. Worth a look if you like flat white coffee.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, we will have a look at it. The diesel stove takes a while to heat up, and stays hot for a while after switching it off, we would prefer something electric, as we have a 240V inverter, but can only use about 1500W continuously, and about 4000W for five min. Looks good for out outside stove, as gas heats up quick.

[@TONYCOOLSFISHING4X4TOURING]

Hi Guys I would be Biased too the hours that you two have put into that build a lot of people would not comprehend I have built two slide on campers in the past few years I have spent many hours on the tools but how good is the reward CHEERS GUYS 🍺

[@UnimogAdventures]

Yes, nothing like building your own and having it work fantastically well.

[@Scotstralian]

Wow Ian, was just telling a mate about your truck, we had a workshop teo doors down from you in logan ... Stopped in many a time while you were building it ... Awesome to see it all done, too job mate :) The wife and i plan to travel Australia in the next few years, will be sure to stop and say hello if I see you around the traps mate 👍

[@UnimogAdventures]

Hi Adam, Iain says hello.

[@SueWillis-f3c]

Great video

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks

[@AlbertoDelucca]

That was an incredible video from beginning to end on how the Unimog was conceived, created and all tje details of such and incredible machine. Loved the video from beginning to end. ❤️❤️❤️

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you Alberto, glad you enjoyed it.

[@TheOldaz1]

Thanks for sharing, wonderful to see the female half of the team actually understanding the build and what all the different bits are about, great presentation.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, he did help me out a bit, but I do know most of it.

[@okaadventures3446]

Great work guys, very helpful insight into how your motorhome works

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, glad you like the video

[@aernan]

I have the same chairs. They are super comfortable

[@UnimogAdventures]

They are great, and ours our over 12 years old and still super comfortable

[@TheOutFit]

Wow guys such an impressive and well thought out and designed build. Ian you are actually a genius and Trish, your sewing skills are next level. It takes doing your own build to really realise just how much planning, work and forthought has gone into this. Congratulations to you both. Chris & Ange

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks so much, been watching your build, coming along nicely, and super fast.

[@bjornstrandberg7188]

Wow!!!!!!!!! This is right up my valley! I just love how much thought you both have put into the design, and then manage to see it come to reality! I neither have the time or the work place to do this on my own, but I keep the dream alive...... ❤️ Thank You for sharing!!!!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for the compliments, it was worth the effort we put in.

[@uliwehner]

very cool. Unimogs rule

[@UnimogAdventures]

Sure do😃

[@johnp054]

Thank you for sharing details of your fantastic Mog. Just amazed at your skills in design, innovation and construction.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kevinlucas8552]

🤨 Awesome, thanks Ian….. You not only get to photograph and video some very attractive nature scenes (and probably get your breakfast made by one of them), but you also rebuilt the MOG engine, did the bodywork, designed and built the box with all its neat features and maximum use of space and engineered the power and water supply systems. AND travel to some beautiful places….. That’s just plain greedy….. Seriously, fantastic work and I’m envious of your abilities. I’d handle the engine and portals ok but not the rest of it. And Trish, great work with the sewing machine, what an awesome annexe. What a great team you make.

[@UnimogAdventures]

LOL, Lots of hard work went into the truck, but now we get the fun of doing what we love. Thanks for the compliments, glad you enjoyed the video

[@alphatruckhouse8223]

Nice tour , thank you . I went all in ; my truck was finished the week covid closed the Canada boarder. I left New Jersey the weekend after Christmas 2020 and have been full timein since ~peace~

[@UnimogAdventures]

Sounds great, hope borders are all open for you now.

[@remoteflyboy]

I just watched your Video, what a great job you have done on your vehicle, some great innovations. 👍😀

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, I think Iain has done a great job.

[@johneskrich362]

A true work of passion and love, thanks for such a great walkthru

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching

[@brettmcfarlane7055]

Awesome video guys, my parents built a long wheelbase Unimog camper as well and have traveled Australia for years in it. Loving your channel!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Brett, sounds like they have a great camper.

[@whitedoggarage]

Thank you both for making that video. The fit out of your truck is great and shows that you put a lot of thought into making it very fit for purpose. There are many ideas that I will take on board for my own travels. I have seen most of your videos and I think this is the longest one, but the story is well worth telling and I enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you very much 👍👍👍.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@dl1oli]

Thank you the Tour and History of your Unimog. So many nice details.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@criaan]

Mighty impressive! Wow. What a great ride. I have a good friend here in South Africa who has also built up a Mog - took him a decade. That thing just goes absolutely everywhere. I have just sent him the video link as I know he will love this.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, appreciate the compliments. Hope your friend has a great time with his Unimog as well.

[@criaan]

@@UnimogAdventures he belongs to a Mog club, they do regular getaways. He actually invited me with this coming weekend but some of us are working so next time.

[@ashleykipniak6627]

Amazing Machine, Well Done!!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you like it.

[@GMauriceGuinouard]

Ian, you are a very clever guy. Well done!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you kindly

[@Quaderllion]

Great setup. Good luck to you.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching

[@Quaderllion]

@@UnimogAdventures I hope you will be kind to produce more vlogs each month..Thanks

[@UnimogAdventures]

We will try to get something new out soon

[@lesliewilliams8432]

So impressed star ship enterprise but off road the hard work is evident give your selves a big pat on the back good work guys from the uk

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Leslie, it was worth the effort.

[@spokest]

Perksy here. Superb project old friend. Who knew you had all these engineering skills! And I've loved your photo albums of your adventures. Very inspirational. Shame you're stuck on that little island and can't go any long distances 😜

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, we were going to put it on a ship and head to the bigger island just up the planet, now we have to wait a bit until things settle down.

[@dflood316]

What a great video and description.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you

[@steveturner8883]

This was fantastic. You guys are so clever and I loved just how thoughtful you have been in every detail. Your love for adventure and photography is special. Really enjoy every vlog. Keep them coming!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you so much

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Sure is a nice truck,lots of good planning and design,thanks for the guided tour🙂

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@nassergad2853]

amazing

[@UnimogAdventures]

Glad you think so.

[@marksomerville1275]

Superb engineering. Ian is a bloody perfectionist. We to love Black Rocks, site 17.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks, that he is. Black Rock is a great place.

[@steveberg2685]

Great video offering a lot of detail. I think that is the best touring setup I've seen. Ian is a very clever guy and you have brought your own considerable skills into the build as well. Thanks for sharing your truly remarkable setup.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks 👍

[@craiggillphotography8030]

That’s an amazing build 👏 well done I bet u are proud of it.

[@UnimogAdventures]

We are, love our truck and the freedom it gives us

[@deanehill9730]

Very well set up and would be a very comfortable travelling vehicle. Thanks for the tour.

[@UnimogAdventures]

It works well for us, thank for watching.

[@andreasschluter6287]

Hi Trish I've seen just now your video. It's very interesting about the technique of your unimog. Lots of good solutions. Kind regards from Hude/ Germany Andreas

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you Andreas, glad you liked the video, it took Iain a while to build it, but well worth the hard work I think.

[@ronjon4010]

Cool Camper !

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks

[@esad6969]

Love your truck you all did a great job. I have watched you travel to several locations in your country. I had thought I would want to come vacation in Australia until I started watching what was going in in Queensland. Looks like you have a dictator there, even the new one.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks for watching, things will settle down soon and it will be back to normal.

[@jasonpullman9520]

That was an excellent, very detailed walk through, thanks Iain & Trish! So many clever and well executed ideas, you are a talented pair 😃 We look forward to meeting you and seeing your truck in the flesh one day. Would it be possible for you to share how you designed and made the canvas window covers that you use to protect the windows from being scratched by tree branches? Our Moggy's habitation box windows are worse for wear so we need to do something similar.

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Jason, we have been asked a few times about those, so we will do a "KZbin Short" video on that as soon as the truck is back on the road.

[@TrickyTrev01]

Awesome job. Love watching all your adventures. Continue to have great experiences and adventures thanks for sharing TrickyTrev 👍

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thanks Trev, we will be going out again once Iain has transplanted the new gearbox.

[@davedyer3654]

I like it!

[@UnimogAdventures]

Thank you.