Land Rover Defender Expedition Camper Upgrade 4/7

I am converting my Land Rover Defender 110 wagon into an expedition camper, in preparation for an around Australia 4x4 trip. The following series will document my progress as I transform my standard interior into something more practical for expedition use.
In part 4 I replace the interior lining with marine carpet, replace the seat foam base, install interior lights, replace the rear half shafts and drive flange with Maxi-Drive units, install 2 ex-army tool boxes and add a pair of 12v sockets in the rear.
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[@roddyk05]

Great idea for the LED lighting inside the boxes, this is something I think I'll copy if you don't mind. Looking forward to the next instalment, keep up the good work. Cheers from Scotland.

[@grontapu]

Excellent work. You are my Landy Hero. Such an inspiration. Love how you rethought every function.

[@AussieHomestead]

Well done mate, it's coming along nicely.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks Bernie. yes, was a little worried about the overhang but with larger side accessible boxes I can fit more of the important quick grab stuff there and wedge everything else in the middle. No trips at the moment, but taking a week off soon to hopefully build the internal framing for the bed and storage. stay tuned.

[@yehudiadelphos1]

G'day Brett, I've noticed you changed your number plate too mate, as you are also a Queenslander. Who knows, I might bump into you one day on track or elsewhere wherever. Besides that, you've done a good job with your upgrades, and have given plenty of inspiration to other landy owners who would be too lazy to put the effort in to do what you've done. Cheers Matt

[@alienutub]

Very imaginitive and very cool.. Watched all 4 videos!

[@smallweights]

really enjoy your videos, I don't have a land-rover but I have a VW t3 syncro, I have kitting out as a basic expedition vehicle, your videos are helping me keep it simple, lightweight, keep the vids coming if possible, superb videos thanks

[@RoamingTheOutback]

+smallweights Thanks mate.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

thanks mate... will be at least a couple months before part 5 is ready... will see how i go with the build.

[@berniebgf]

Another great video, custom box's look great although pitting there is a tiny bit of overhang in the rear...but the positive is more storage space!. Looking forward to reports on your next trip, I'm sure you have something planned... Keep up the good work. Bernie

[@MrRamkulov]

Great Job Mate. Looking forward for new video !

[@quintmister]

Looking good! Im looking forward to the next update cheers

[@BoresaverAus]

Nice job, very neat and tidy.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks David.

[@Berghemrrader]

Perfect work Brett!

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate.. Found them on ebay.. just got lucky. I'm sure if you keep your eyes open more ex-army stuff will find its way into civilian hands seeing our army defender fleet is being retired.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Looking Great, your obviously really handy and know what you're doing.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

hey mate. The rear will not have the original trim or roof lining. I am lining the sides and roof with marine carpet. The second battery will be connected through a dual battery system which will charge it when the vehicle is running.

[@YYCRCFabricationz]

Just found your channel & impressed with your work, great job! Yes I subbed as well, cheers from Calgary Alberta 🇨🇦

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks for the sub mate. Be sure to watch back through my vids till I get to upload my new travel adventures.

[@SmacSA]

This is awesome mate

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate.. bit by bit I'll get her finished.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

I drive both and each is an excellent off roader. Don't know where you are but parts for Land Rovers can be a big problem in remote areas.. most garages have Toyota parts available. Toyota's have much better ergonomics if driving comfort is an issue. Land Rovers are highly customisable, look like they are built for exploring and earlier models are fairly simple to work on yourself. A 90 may not be big enough though for longer trips in remote places. I would go for the Land Rover. :-)

[@MrLankruza]

I have a 60 series Cruiser and a 300tdi Defender. Both are excellent, simple, rugged trucks. I have other trucks for fun, but these are for fun and work. You can use them as a home base if you're travelling or don't like house work. The Defender is more purposeful looking and can be customised more easily. I think it has more character and style, but that's a question of taste. Enjoy yourself and don't worry about whether you bought the 'right' truck. Most blokes talk shit anyhow.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate. haha.. still more to come.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Search for "LED Interior Swivel Lamp" and you should find a place that sells them. Mine were a generic brand bought from my local auto parts store. Thanks

[@alienutub]

Hey Mr Brett.. I am about to buy my first vehicle... my choices are land rover defender 90 or a toyota land cruiser.. I like to go camping... thats why I prefer these... Appriciate your opinion. Thanks!

[@Africasideways]

nice video mate, still not found anyone to go adventure with, or do you prefer yer own company?

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Found them on Ebay. If you keep your eyes out there will likely be more or similar in the coming months with the retiring of the Australian Army land rover fleet.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate.

[@AbuBakar-Ironwood.]

Good job. Well done.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate

[@AbuBakar-Ironwood.]

No problem mate

[@jnagtube]

this is really cool

[@elrey8876]

Very impressive. Did you win the lottery? I did something similar to this on a road-going car and it was 6 months and big $$$ later for a result.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

El Rey nope.. just spread the cost over 3 years. Still a lot of work though.. probably wouldn't do it again.

[@the.magnus]

Roaming The Outback why wouldn’t u do it again? What would u do different?

[@jamesderksen]

Hey Brett, it's looking fantastic! Where did you find those tool boxes? I wouldn't mind a set. Cheers, JD.

[@mrdannmat]

are you going to fit carpets in the back and add the original trim (eg rear window surrounds, roof lining ect)

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks.. go for it. You can buy 1 metre led strip lights for like $1 with free postage from china if you keep your eyes out.

[@cold879]

Awesome!

[@BelloBudo007]

The tool boxes look good, especially when accessing from outside the car. I'm left wondering though if you can access them from within the vehicle or not. Otherwise it's a top job that's well thought out. Happy trails mate.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Yes mate they can be accessed both from inside and outside. Inside is a little bit of a squeeze but doable. Thanks

[@RoamingTheOutback]

All vehicles break. The most broken down vehicle on Cape York in Australia are Toyotas!.. there's more of them though. Land Rover has had build quality issues over the years due to the vehicles being hand built which can mean a great deal of variation between cars... some turn out to be lemons... but on the other hand.. 75% of all Land Rovers are still on the road today.. so many will be quite old but the best thing is they are relatively simple to fix yourself if you're handy! :-)

[@camforproschaab8921]

Great video dude ! ;)

[@TomDevitt]

excellent work! who makes the dome (map) lights?

[@mrdannmat]

Also, for your battery that powers the second fuse box, it it connected to the alternator?

[@MRivero24]

How much carpet did you use to cover the vehicle? Great videos and ideas!

[@RoamingTheOutback]

ItsYourFault Sorry mate honestly can't remember. I'll take a guess at 6x2m length. I used 3 different types all up for the different areas.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Hey mate.. if you watch my Cape York Adventure series there is footage of the Landy in action.

[@feiz01]

wow amazing job mate, love it ,,,,,,,please explain why you went defender over toyota,,, its a discussion i have all the time,,, im landy too but in uk, so no sceenery or vastness as you, so thanks for sharing :)

[@RoamingTheOutback]

feiz01 Thanks mate. Went Defender as a personal choice. A. Because I already owned one and B. Because I prefer the look and simplicity

[@alienutub]

I'am from Sri Lanka. An equitorial Country. Land Rover Parts aren't scares. Is it true that Land Rovers break down more often than Toyotas?

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks.

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate. :)

[@garethlindsay6528]

Great vids mate making a start on my own 97 300tdi station wagon this year, is there a name for the ex forces tool boxes you used in the rear .Cheers Gaz

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks Gaz. No name that I know of. I'd say the boxes are pretty rare.

[@dannykelly8907]

Brett where did you get the x army tool boxes from...I have a 1987 Perentie that needs storage???

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Hey Danny. Got mine off ebay. I reckon they're pretty rare now.

[@BeatsCraftn]

Are you involved in mechanics then? You seem very knowledgeable. I am looking at picking up 200 or 300 TDI 90 for my first car and I know it will be a bit of a project. But its a bit daunting after watching you :P

[@RoamingTheOutback]

BeatsCraftn No.. just learnt a lot of things over time by giving things a go, or doing research online. Yes it will take all your time and money.. but it is rewarding in the end if it works well. A 300tdi is probably the better bet. 200tdi engines are rare at least in Australia.

[@BeatsCraftn]

Roaming The Outback Thankyou very much :) I will be following your adventure

[@mrdannmat]

Would you be able to put up a video of offraoding the landy

[@RoamingTheOutback]

thanks.

[@stmonza3446]

Hi, the rear windows you mounted are amazing ... i'm looking for it from many time, could you give me a reference where i can buy it? many thanks

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Hi mate. Can be purchased in Australia from here: www.expeditioncentre.com.au/gullwing-door-for-land-rover-defender

[@stmonza3446]

Wonderfull thanks a lot i hope to start from this link and arrive in some site closest to italy :)

[@bilboardguy]

great video mate i subscribed could you tell me where you found your parts?

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate. The gullwing doors and Exbox are from Expedition Centre in Australia. The other parts are from Ebay or my local hardware.

[@bilboardguy]

thanks mate

[@yehudiadelphos1]

A Land Cruiser??? Now that's swearing :P Ah well, in your case you've got the best of both. You're also right about the verbal diaorreah that comes out of blokes mouthes, especially between landy owners and cruiser owners. Vain glory as usual, particularly when one has to pull the other out of crap, or vice a versa. LOL

[@MD-ei2tk]

I cant seem to find where to buy those directional LED lights

[@RoamingTheOutback]

www.narva.com.au/products/87654 The model here.

[@goodreviews7323]

how did you get the switch to light your light strips?

[@RoamingTheOutback]

+Chris Steward The strip is simply wired through the switch. Only 2 wires to connect, the positive through the switch and the negative to an earth point.

[@bungle4x4]

Do you know what the tool boxes are called

[@RoamingTheOutback]

No. Just ex-army tool boxes. They're pretty rare.

[@cesarkarfer9155]

can I buy that car?

[@edwardcharles9764]

Shame you didn't put a gennie for mains power in it. You could of then plugged in an iron and sorted out that shirt!

[@dannykelly8907]

👍😭

[@onanysundayaustralia]

Haircut, mate. That looks better.

[@aarondyson215]

lol 144p

[@RoamingTheOutback]

Thanks mate.