How we set about packing our Metalian Genie camper trailer, to optimize the weight distribution and access in the trailer. This was for a longer 12 day trip. Wheel cover custom made by 4x4assist - 4x4assist.co.za/
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@flotricky3954 Жыл бұрын
that was really helpful getting an idea about how much can be stowed away in the genie. thanks a lot!
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Very welcome Flo, glad it was helpful.
@Goose_JB74 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Guys for the review on the packaging helped me alot.
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure and thanks for the feedback.
@BasilandMavis Жыл бұрын
gr8 video guys. love it. your packing makes sense and is very logical and practical. Like always, inspired
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Thanks Arno.
@BasilandMavis Жыл бұрын
@@fooshadventure did you change the gas strut on the tailgate to enable it to open a bit wider?
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi, yes we did, 450mm long and gassed to 280NM works well for us. Any car supplier should be able to supply and gas for you.
@hoodyr6799 Жыл бұрын
Another superb video you guys! Awesome content - many thanks for sharing...👌👍🙏
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@barendbekker4901 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video.. Some advise, Please note that your Tire pressures you are running on the jimny is way to hard. 1.6 is standard unladen pressures. On Dirt/Gravel/Sinkplaat you should be going down to 1.0 especially in places like kgalagadi. The Recommended pressures provided in kgalagadi is not for Suzuki Jimny's but big vehicles. Rule of thumb with towing a trailer in off-road conditions as well is to have the tire pressures the same as your rear tires on your vehicle.
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback Barend, much appreciated, we will consider this for next time. We didn't have any issues.
@frankkusel4768 Жыл бұрын
I loved this video. Great ideas, and also gives you a good idea on what you need. You seem to be so well organised!
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! 👍
@goldfish6282 Жыл бұрын
Nice work! Looking forward to upcoming videos!
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@graememurdoch90964 ай бұрын
Thank you all your videos on the Genie. As a result of your insights we have ordered a Genie and hope to take delivery of it some time in May 2024. Please can I ask for specific details on the Desert Products storage and Camp Master storage that you mentioned in this video? Sizes or product codes?
@fooshadventure4 ай бұрын
Thanks Graeme, that is very exciting, I am convinced you are going to love your Genie. The packing bags we use are firstly from campcover.co.za have a look at the "ripstop ammo pouches" , we use the "thirds" option but any of them are good, with the see-through lids you can easily identify items, then secondly we also make use of the desert products (4x4megaworld) "drawer system box - small) - what we like about both these options is that they are nice and modular and easy to handle.
@Paul-RSA Жыл бұрын
Great stuff!
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul
@Goose_JB74 Жыл бұрын
Please do a review on the petrol consumption with the Jimny towing over the 3000km. Was the extra 20L enough ?
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi, we didn't actually need the 20ltr, but had it as "security", the car averaged 9.53lt/100km or 10.49km/lt.
@xavifrans08 Жыл бұрын
Great trailer for real, does the trailer has independent suspension?
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi, it has a leaf spring suspension setup as designed by Metalian.
@TruthUnveil25 күн бұрын
Where can i find the awning brackets?
@fooshadventure25 күн бұрын
Hi, can email fooshadventure@gmail.com
@StanforddeJong Жыл бұрын
And then refrigeration goes into the back of the vehicle?
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi, yes in the Jimny, if we camp with the room enclosure under the awning we can put the fridge on a fridge stand in the tent. Otherwise for short trips it stays in the car. Works well for day trips away from camp you still have you cool fridge with you. There is a more square nose cone you can get for the Genie that takes a fridge slide.
@nickmartin311 Жыл бұрын
Hi guys, I’m considering buying a genie but it’s not an off road trailer. Maybe it can handle the Kgalagadi but what about Botswana and other destinations. Do you have any feedback or advice for me?
@nickmartin311 Жыл бұрын
Ps Thanks for the video by the way, it’s really helpful imagining what could work for us so much appreciated 🙏🏻
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi Nick, we wouldn't be hesitent at all to take the trailer further out of the country it is very offroad capable. You can also shat to Metalian themselves for advice. Also have a look at the channel "Moving pictures Africa" they did Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana last year towing the Genie. That may help you to make the decision.
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Pleasure, thanks for the feedback.
@nickmartin311 Жыл бұрын
@@fooshadventure Wonderful, thank you 🙏🏻
@pietermaritz9127 Жыл бұрын
Interest sake ..fuel consumpsion on the jimny
@fooshadventure Жыл бұрын
Hi, about 10.5km/lt towing and various surfaces, Tar, gravel, sand.