LAND CRUISER TROOPY V8 REVIEW. AndrewSPW Land Cruiser build-6 | 4xOverland

[@Ronny_Dahl]

Congrats Andrew, looking forward to this build!

[@aidenmcgrath2164]

Ronny Dahl modified?

[@4xoverland]

Thanks mate.

[@tgrkiller]

If you mean Andrew.. yes he sold the 79.. Watch a few video's back ;)

[@slogue77]

Cannot wait to see this ... YAY!!!

[@johnbennett8894]

Ronny Dahl

[@princemarora]

These are the strongest field SUV ever built . I used to drive one while on a United Nations mission in the Sahara desert , North Africa. Oh my u will love how it cruises in sand like it was born there. So powerful..built for work in any condition.

[@mattvidler1404]

I agree. It performs great in sand.

[@madcat4563]

Wouldn't call it a SUV. Either a Wagon or a Van. (as well as troopy/troop carrier etc, etc.)

[@TrailRecon]

Can't wait to see what you have in store for this rig! A great platform!

[@Dane-rg6sy]

Can't wait to see this custom build completed. I'm a Aussie living in California. What you pay is what you get, it may not have all the trendy bells and whistles like the 4x4 trucks here in the USA (disposable society) but its a fantastic, dependable platform ready to go with the proper driveline and chassis build that will go on forever and rarely let you down. It will hold its resale value and that'll put a smile on your face :). My dad in Sydney bought a 91 GXL Landcruiser (6cyl petrol) with low kms in 92. He sold it in 2011 for about 10K AUD just shy of 400,000 with the original motor, clutch and driveline. The only repairs it had was a new radiator, window regulator, radio antenna and replaced the shocks all round. We used it for camping throughout Oz, the Flinders Ranges, Gammon Ranges and Karting (Go Kart) racing in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and TAS plus many trips on the beach to Fraser Island and Stockton Beach. Even in its old age the chassis and doors still felt solid and tight. So many great memories for the family thanks to our trusty Landcruiser :) Congrats Andrew all the best!

[@jaykay8883]

“And that’s the bass!” 😂 you do make me laugh Andrew.

[@balrog123flys]

Mate, ordered my 2021 78 series last year September. Finally get to pick it up in October. My opinion, they are simply built awesome. They are designed to go off road and last a very long time. Just simply easy to use.

[@MrLak47]

This is going to be epic, I feel. You're right in your element with the troopy.

[@TheAmerican1963]

Love it!!!! Aussies are not only ferocious warfighters, but you are awesome people!!!! Great video!!!! :-)

[@Toad_Hugger]

I can't wait for the upcoming videos! I bet they'll be great!

[@johnsandlin7474]

Can't wait to see what this truck becomes. 4XOL is the best out there at teaching and entertaining. Love it!

[@phili200]

Andrew on the speaker sound quality, "... a squirrel that has just been run over...and that is the Bass" Love it!!!😂

[@Scott_69HemiDart]

Congratulations Andrew! Love it, can't wait for the build..........

[@_TenaciousD_]

Welcome to West Australia Andrew! From a overlanding lover and Jeep JK unlimited driver, I'm looking forward to your build and the trips you have planned in our great state!

[@elisaverdina2231]

An absolute tank of a truck, beautiful and utilitarian money well spent sir.

[@mr.krankypantsakakurt3359]

LET THE BUILD BEGIN 💰💰💰💳💵💸💸💸💸💸. Actually very happy and excited for you. Can't wait for the videos.

[@richwilmott]

Congratulations on the new rig, I have no doubt the build will be awesome, can't wait

[@MrBrentles]

Ive got a 79 that's 9 months old and went camping in the sand on the weekend. Never got stuck once. Patrols were digging holes everywhere and trenches and getting stuck. I havent been getting rear axle widenings. They really are a great car. First thing I would do is get some decent wheels and wider tyres. That will improve ride and traction but also wont body roll as much. I love my ute

[@bosse641]

So nice. ....looking forward to the build. Congrats Andrew.

[@davidfindlay9264]

Andrew congrats with your new car! That's my dream car! Some advise on fuel contamination prevention, I had similar issues with a hilux Double cab 1kd-ftv and what I got was a plastic inline diesel filter a friend of mine gave me from Italy. We fitted the filter just at the exit point of the fuel tank (before fuel gets to primary filter) and it worked wonders. That very light you were warned about hardly came on after that, meaning my primary filter was well protected and every 20,000km I changed the inline filter. Note on the hilux the pipes straight out of the tank are rubber. I am sure land cruiser is the same. Enjoy your car and cannot wait to see the end result!

[@Madadaalomedia42]

DAVID FINDLAY plz subscribe my chennal

[@clemensnetherlands7331]

Dear Andrew, congratulations with this AWESOME vehicle! This IS my BIG dream "car" and thats what it is gonna stay for ever. ENJOY!!!!!

[@simeon2851]

In one word: *spartan.* And that is why we love it.

[@mjallenuk]

So sweet... a man in love with his truck... Congratulations I hope you have a long happy life together!

[@sterlingwallace7465]

So excited to see this build Andrew. Its going to be... Fantastic!

[@raymondarthur4504]

I love your detailed knowledge. It makes it very educational as well as entertaining to watch your videos.

[@NunoDS]

Congrats Andrew. Can't wait for the upcoming videos. AWESOME!!!

[@67Bigsby]

Thank you for the years of good content!!

[@Cards36555]

The troop has its drawbacks but its the best overland rough diamond you can buy. Looking forward to the new progress videos, keep up the good work.

[@customcare5885]

I can't wait to see the transformation!!

[@freoboy]

Absolutely looking forward to watching this build.

[@thewestmurph]

Wow. Very excited to see this build, Andrew!

[@ckvonpickles3751]

Troop on, and welcome back to the Troopy life!

[@retiredafce3373]

Andrew, I don't know how you will best the green troopy. But I believe you! (AWESOME)

[@wayneplant7601]

Great channel Andrew. Can't wait to see the build in full swing. Welcome to WA!

[@rapalaron6348]

It,s a shame that these are not available in Europe. I have a 78 with 1HZ engine. I bought it new in 2000 and now in 2021 i will get the same price i bought it for. If i would sell it......!!! Never of coarse. It has gone 260.000km now and the only thing i replaced are 2x the batteries, 1x exhaust, 1 pair of front brake pads, and one gasket in rear axle. THAT's IT! I'm aware, if i will sell this "best friend" than NOTHING can replace it. Like your channel :-) and all the best from Sweden.

[@nissanlord]

can't wait for the build! But the old green one was pretty spectacular and will be hard to beat, this is going to be interesting..............and expensive lol.

[@ianirvin8561]

Yes!!! congrats andrew! it's superb!

[@twhaz2001]

OMG, The level of your excitement compared to when you picked up the 79 series dual cab is SO obvious. I am so glad for you. I cringed when I paid for my 2017 Rubicon, but had the same level of excitement. At our age/ what the heck. Just enjoy life with your new toy. Oh and share the adventures with us.

[@jimneskakis1306]

Andrew, "the price that you payed for the vehicle will be forgotten once you drive it out of the show room and start exploring this place call Australia"Congratulation on your New Troopy.I have fallen in love with this overland scene and I blame you for this, so I have ordered a New Troopy as well.Thank You ever so much. Enjoy you new Troopy Enjoy Australia.Looking forward to more Videos

[@johnrobie9694]

Excited to see the transformation. As an American with a fully upfitted 4-door overlanding Jeep Wrangler, it's nice to see modern Defender or Land Cruisers. We mostly see Jeeps and Tacomas (starting to see Sprinters).

[@alextot4484]

Very awesome vehicle. Can't wait to see your build.

[@alexanderrosales7675]

The Toyota Land Cruiser, war horse and beast of burden. I like it 👍

[@williamkeating6406]

Nice new toy Andrew. Super review very honest. can't wait to see the build.

[@bruce-df9nu]

i had a older troopy from the 90s never broke down 11 seats best vechile ever

[@martinpumfrey3823]

Can't wait to see all the accessories and the build. Picking up our first landcruiser HJ79 Dual cab next week. Will be following your tube to get the good ideas. Thanks for the excellent work.

[@SirLuisBarrera]

Nice review andrew. You did not let your love for the vehicle bias your comments. I drive a 76 and feel the same. So many things I hate about it! but would not drive any other 4x4. The best in its class.... period.

[@TrentCain]

I'm so excited to see what you do with this!

[@twhaz2001]

it is a blank canvas and I cannot wait to see what you do with it. What a SOLID STEEL machine. I wish my Jeep had Steel instead of all the fiberglass.

[@lapamful]

Hoovie's Garage just bought one of these (different model but more or less the same) for $2100 (US) with 350K miles on the clock. Still runs perfectly. These vehicles are unbelievable!

[@rangfaqeeri]

Man you are crazy for Troopies.

[@blairirvin]

Very nice Andrew! Can't wait to see what you do!

[@cheztv7313]

3 inch lift, 33 inch muddies, bash plates, bullbar, rock sliders/steps, beadlocks and a neg 22 offset = solid troopy build

[@sergioandre8759]

Without doubts that this is the best vehicle that can buy new in a stand! I'm sure Andrew will make a great vehicle, BUT, for me, with the money that this vehicle costs, I would buy a Land Rover to defend Perentie's ex-australia army and equip it with comfort, safety, etc. It would then make a small 5-star expedition vehicle.

[@sergioandre8759]

As for the V8, follow the example of Ronny dahl, and the 500,000 km + will be achieved.

[@jaredgreen5840]

I wish we could get cool vehicles like this in the United States....

[@BillSprague]

Congratulations, Andrew! What wonders await us as you design and build this truck.

[@nikkisun5546]

Excuse my language, but that rig is Effing beautiful. I wish we could get them here in the states - and Im sure you hear that all the time. Really enjoying your vids and enthusiasm for what you do. Cheers from So Cal

[@The416punchaman]

can't wait to see this build! cheers and thanks

[@billynunns]

Yay! we can see the build now!

[@aussiedrifter]

I know you don't reply to these, but I am happy you have finally received your new 78 wagon & look forward to watching your new build Mate.

[@playeah1]

Thanks for watching

[@7ndasir323]

Ten to twenty years to come the 79 series is going to be the classic off road symbol like the landrover series I & II.. So I agree with the land cruiser not to change anything on the look of the car, for me updating only the engine is enough. .. If anyone want confortability and luxury go for land cruiser 200 series or prado. .. Just leave the 79 series alone to remain classic...

[@4xoverland]

Part of me agrees with you. But I intend to use this truck. And so I must adapt if for my purposes.

[@robs7180]

Going to be a great build, can't wait !

[@peterhanson5138]

I will keep my 2002 defender TD5 thankyou, no flash and pop for me, the landy is still going strong at 15 years and will not be replaced in my lifetime. Maintenance is always ongoing as this year it has cost me $22.00 to replace the injector washers, something I wasn't expecting and of course a couple of oil and filter changes. At least I can do these repairs and service very easily myself, last year was expensive though as I had to replace the second set of original tyres but I could see that coming, next year will be some more oil changes and windscreen wipers I would guess but all well worth it to keep our icon and I enjoying the wide brown land together with my wife and caravan.

[@Shakes23100]

Can't wait to see the build!

[@King88_8]

"...squirrel that's been run over..." :D

[@justme197511]

Thank you Andrew 😎

[@knightvision4u]

You looked like a boy on Christmas in this one Andrew. Could tell you were pleased.

[@seso384]

Andrew . You are Legend.

[@Alan.livingston]

Thankfully fuel contamination *generally* isn't a huge issue in Australia. Once it's done you might have to schedule in some meet & greets on the east coast so we can all check it out in person.

[@eightosaurusspelunk1598]

The track width/ridge issue is quite interesting. Never thought of that but have experienced the aggravation of bring pulled about by other trucks ridges. Cheers on another great video.

[@MrStewys]

Looking forward to the build Andrew. Its the reliability and the V8 that attracts people to buy these vehicles. This was another honest review from you again. Keep doing what you are doing and just tell it how it is. Can't wait to see which direction you take on correcting the narrower rear axle. Like yourself, I cant wait to explore the West Coast someday 👍👍👍

[@howardpetty550]

Congrats Andrew!!!! Looking forward to watching the kitting out of this one.

[@DashCamOwnersAustralia]

I'm tossing up between a 76 wagon or a Disco 4, However each time I look at the interior of the 76 I cant help but think "Hmm, I'm paying $75,000 for this"

[@Davidrobertwhittaker]

Dash Cam Owners Australia Disco 4, I think, will go down as the best vehicle Land Rover ever made. The only vehicle which regularly turns my head away from defender ownership. Just needs some good wheels/tyres and you're good!

[@4xoverland]

Two entirely different vehicles. One is a comfortable SUV, the other is an off-roader, overlanding truck. Expect 100K in the LR and then huge repair bills to keep it running if you use it for overland touring. LR4 was not even on my radar, and I had one for a year back in 2012. I loved it, but its not an overlander, and can not be converted to be one. IMHO.

[@DashCamOwnersAustralia]

With the llams lift kit and decent rubber it will do what I want it to. I would get one with the factory rear locker anyway. I have been happy with the capability of my Disco 2 just want something more modern.

[@Davidrobertwhittaker]

4xOverland yep it's not an out and out overlander, but as an all-in-one 4x4 to tackle whatever life throws your way it's incredible. Very different target and execution to the 70 series though. The 200 series is probably its closest rival

[@DashCamOwnersAustralia]

If I was purchasing to fulfil a single role (Overlanding, 4X4ing) I would pick the 76 but seeing as it also needs to be a daily driver around Sydney I have to make some compromises. It is still proving to be a difficult choice.

[@sneakyfildy]

Good job and really lucky you to buy on of those brand new! It's an extraordinary vehicle.

[@defjam2026]

Well done Andrew! Just come across your channel - AWESOME! Welcome to Australia and really looking forward to your build and your touring stories here - plenty of country to travel

[@bobscruggs8886]

No Troopy's for the USA not sure what I would do with it but would like to have one anyway. Also we don't get Diesel engines either.

[@marc1sa90]

Love my 79 to bits here in South Africa ,getting tired of people flashing there lights and trying to tell something is broken ,the wheels don't line up ! Great vid regards from Johannesburg

[@nyitcrit]

Troopy! ❤︎

[@jaysonkopeap7990]

Awesome. Got one of that .. it can go anyway.. it suits the crazy road condition in my country

[@Flukeallday]

Cmon Andrew, you know exactly what you get for the money in that vehicle. Something you can't get in anything else.

[@4xoverland]

Exactly. And that's why I bought one. I know what I was buying, and I would buy it again. This is a review, so people understand the value in such a vehicle. The value is not in the carpets!

[@HudsonZRoamer]

Badass rig I wish we got them in the States.

[@rguru869]

Great Choice sir 👌 love from INDIA 🇮🇳

[@Mattcamel51]

This is going to be exciting

[@brianabbey3969]

👍👍 I love listening to you

[@robroscob2459]

The whole idea of this vehicle was to keep it simple so that less can go wrong in the middle of nowhere - split rims (change urself), single turbo (bullet proof), no fancy electronics / old skool plugs for filter warning lights (undo plug then undo battery plug back in reconnect battery) etc etc

[@lucashobbs7119]

Fantastic review Andrew! As someone who works with these Landcruisers every day I totally agree. They make a fantastic work vehicle, but there's a lot id want to change if I personally owned one.

[@EmeraldAudio77]

I like Andrew already.

[@ulrichm]

Love your British humour in your very nice review. Glad to have a 120 with a 1HZ-TE. Good luck with your new built!

[@thomasryan5394]

Love it. Forbidden fruit in USA. We have to wait 25yrs to import. Presently driving a Hilux Surf RHD

[@remb9614]

I liked the previous land cruiser better because of stock looks. Those trucks look mean! That being said, you made the right choice. This will suit your needs better

[@deanriley8934]

The good thing about the landcruiser is how bullet proof it is. It doesn't have all the silly gadgets and computers like the navaras and colorados have that fail in harsh conditions. That's why mining put in huge orders for these vehicles because of they're reliability. And regarding engine reliability that's because these things are common rail high pressure injection systems that require a secondary fuel filter to make sure bad diesel fuel or water won't get through.

[@herbietiff]

For $75k you should have got a GXL 3L TD Landcruiser Prado, driven it straight to your local ARB, and kitted it out with bars, lockers, snorkel, diff breathers, compressor, 2nd battery, rooftop tent, and every other mod ARB has in their arsenal. And no doubt you'd have spare change too.

[@Tony-it1lv]

Go sip your latte....

[@HarmanMotorWorks]

Offset rear diff to match the front...great idea actually!

[@duncanstirling6643]

Love your videos, very well done. Line-X in North America is a spray on bedliner which I use inside the vehicle. Remove the carpet, and everything else and get someone qualified to spray the vehicle. You will thank me.

[@phoninta6285]

yes u rite ! you lucky to have that truck, congratulation.

[@marcuspaul6635]

Enjoy the build Andrew, I can't wait to see the vids. I have to agree the price is outrageous and the narrow rear axle is shocking from a manufacturer like Toyota, but I'd have to say that they have the concept right, strong, reliable, simple and powerful. My D3/LR3 only has 2 of these and my Defender the other 2 😂.

[@nathancormack9922]

cometley agree with most of what you said. i actually love how basic and easy every thing on the land cruiser 70s are to use compare to every other car you buy these days

[@larrylandry6160]

Love the Troopy's maybe I can build me one in future when they relax the import restrictions in the states.

[@thermojo5223]

Congratulations Andrew! Love the channel, I'm wanting a vdj Troopy more and more each day but will have to sacrifice my BJ74 MWB (I like referring to it as the mini Troopy) and I just can't. On my travels lately I called into the place that just so happens to be where this is going next and its going to be amazing. As you stated at the end of this video the possibilities for this model here in Australia and particularly WA are incredible.

[@rax7111]

A well equipped SUV or truck in Canada about the same money, If not more. This vehicle is a tank!

[@wsigona]

I like it. Sometimes old school is just better. I love my Jeep Rubicon Unlimited with heated leather seats and nine speaker stereo, but I think I would trade you in a heartbeat.

[@justadutchman5169]

I love this car. I so get your choice.