Modifying our LC250! We Have A Problem…

[@dr.killjoy5001]

I freakin love this 80s style retro look with the stickers and those wheels and tyres look awesome too! Keep up the good work, bud!

[@somewhere_downunder655]

Merry Christmas Lil, Jake and Hazel. Thanks for creating content week in and week out for us to watch at home. I couldn't in a million years do what you guys do as my mental health would suffer. Sending you a big hug of support. To anyone that feels the need to leave a nasty comment please remember kindness cost nothing. If you dont have anything nice to say dont say it at all. Lil and Jake are human and im sure what you say absolutely cuts deep.

[@lilandjake]

merry christmas to you too! thankyou so much what a nice comment! yes there are a lot of nasties out there! we love that saying! if you dont have anything nice to say say nothing at all! and we also like that a harsh comment says more about the person commenting than the person its directed at. have a lovely holiday break!

[@olliejay5727]

Looks great. Towing in 7th is an overdrive gear and will make the gearbox hotter. Stick to 6th and the extra fuel use.

[@bencarthew3106]

Towing in 6th in a 10 spd box, what a joke 😆

[@olliejay5727]

It’s an eight speed.

[@petermills1402]

Tow in the direct 1:1 gear, few more rpms but likely 15l per 100km. Stone stompers will NOT stop all stones, the issue is cars coming at you throw stones at your car and van, many of the stones hitting your van will bounce back into your back window. Go to bunnings, buy sheet of clear 1.2mm table cover vinyl, gorilla tape it on back window.

[@JohnDorward-os4jk]

I like the stripes which give a kind of retro look and I think that really suits the design of the car. Great choice.

[@lilandjake]

Thanks so much legend, that’s what we’re going for!

[@truey90s]

At first glance it looked like a and rover

[@mikewilliams6086]

Best looking toyota for a long time

[@kymbatten6738]

Hi Jake, you mentioned in your video that you ran 10 gauge wire to charge your van. If that is what you have done you will have all sorts of problems as the voltage drop is too high. You need to run a minimum of 6B&S (6AWG) to charge your batteries. Also I think driving at 110km with a van on the back is crazy and in most states illegal.

[@adamriley6468]

Illegal? We tow a similar van at the speed limit no problem

[@sharonwaldram5]

Towing anything over 100kms is illegal

[@adamriley6468]

@ only in NSW and WA

[@brianwalker1933]

​@sharonwaldram5 Agreed 💯 % and spot on. I hope Jake doesn't learn his mistakes the hard way. He's being lucky, for now at least.

[@jamestanner9198]

More weight more fuel more heat in the trans. bigger wheels tyres more rolling resistance more heat in the trans.

[@wyattfamily8997]

And not just the transmission, also the motor itself, which already is prone to heat issues due to reduced sump oil capacity (5 litres) and the crazy recommendation of 0 - 5w oils. So bearing issues incoming. There is an aftermarket sump that increases oil volume by 30% and many use 5w - 20w instead.

[@promxrippa]

​@@wyattfamily8997 not suitable for oz conditions

[@Spoonfed78]

​@@wyattfamily8997that's crazy. Total mall crawler. If you're having to change sumps you know it's not designed for proper use

[@Ranger670]

I just can't get my head around spending close to $100K on a vehicle that requires modifications so that it does what you it to. Anyway, your choices are respected and it's interesting to watch. Your channel; your choice! Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year. Safe travels.

[@NeilCooper-ij1gw]

@@phyjureally?

[@lilandjake]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too! Thanks for watching and for your comments 😊🎄

[@EARTHROMR]

Vehicle requires No Modifications to do what they are doing. The wheel/tyre combination is just for looks

[@Charlie-ec3bc]

Love the old school stickers down the side ! Glad to see you fitting equipment without being very skilled in that sort of stuff .

[@wyattfamily8997]

As I understand it, this model is recommended to use 0 - 10w oil, and the sump volume has been reduced to around 5 litres. An aftermarket sump is available that increases oil volume by 30% (which assists in cooling too), and many run 5w - 30w also as it holds its lubrication properties better/longer. The recommended oil is far to light, and the reduced volume means it can't cool as much as it would with the more usual, larger volume. Expect bearing problems (failure) if under heavy load for prolonged periods like towing etc. without aftermarket changes.

[@Spoonfed78]

If it's sold with tow rating and associated gcm and it's not engineered to do this, let it burn and get a new one under warranty. That's ridiculous you've got to do motivations likely voiding the warranty because of bad design

[@chad7580-t2l]

I’m pretty sure that’s the 300 series landcruiser with the v6 turbo diesel. This has the same 4cyl 2.8 that’s in fortuner, hilux and previous prado.

[@Colin_In_VK]

The stripes look great, I still suggest you check about the engine oil, the stock oil is 0w-30, it is recommender to go to 5w-30 as the zero is not good for our hot weather or towing.

[@user-zp6ln4su2r]

Not very "Landcrusier" like is it?

[@DW-10]

We tow with a V6 Ranger. I have similar concerns with the trans temp. Towing the same caravan as we did with our MR Triton, the trans temps (monitored with Scangauge) are generally about 15-20C higher in the Ranger. Once it gets to mid 90C you simply cannot get it back below 90C. The Triton had a factory front mounted heat exchange radiator for the trans and would typically sit at about 75-80C. Spikes in temp due to hills etc were quickly brought under control once back on a flat section of road. Ranger uses the engine coolant meaning the engine coolant temp becomes the lowest the trans temp can get. I'd put a cooler on the Ranger but that would impact the warranty. Really wish manufacturers at least made it an option for those who tow or work the trans hard. If you are worried about the trans temp, I'd suggest getting some form of OBD2 scan tool so you can see actual temp not rely on the generally vague nature of the factory gauge.

[@Jimvl3pv]

The 10R80 transmission in the Ranger is designed to run at operating temperatures of 96-101C. Quite high in comparison to others but that's how its designed. Would explain your readings as the thermostat would be controlling those temps. For a manufacturer to deny warranty they would have to prove it caused the fault, using a proven kit(wholesale auto) and a licensed mechanic it would be hard to argue against. Just make sure you get your transmission fluid checked and noted after fitting the cooler by Ford as overfilling at install is a common issue and could lead to warranty issues.

[@Metalmyke]

Rig looks sick, super jealous! Can’t wait to see the fun you get up to in this beast!

[@veneratedmortal4369]

About the gearbox temperature. Are you in a gearbox mode where the torque converter is locked up? And are you in a gear where you're letting the engine rev more. 2 things heat up gearboxes, the torque converter slipping, and the gearbox doing more work in each revolution. If you need to slow down a bit and pick a gear where it's doing 3000+ rpm to reduce the load on the gearbox.

[@spudboy1328]

I know you love the look of your new tyres, but: - you've increased your diameter by 6.5%, from 803mm to 859mm. The limits in Sth Aust are 50mm increase in diameter so you are over that, so not legal. - my tyre place will not fit tyres over 5% increase in diameter - No part of the tyre may protrude past the edge of the bodywork - so that's going to get you defected - in SA the max increase in tyre width is 15mm, and you've gone from 265 to 305, so that's 40mm - your braking will be worse - acceleration will be worse - MTs will be a lot noiser, althought the MAXXIS are quieter than most. ATs are probaby all you need. - fuel consumption will be crap - You're asking a lot for the little 2.8L to drive 33.8" tyres. It's too late now, but you probably should have gone for 285/70R17, which is 32.7" diameter. Anyway - we'll see how you get on, but in my opinion/experience you've gone too big for that vehicle.

[@theozBandit]

100% Spuddo...his gearbox is getting hot cause it's a 2.8l diesel with only 140kw so trying to turn these over alone is busting it's balls...AND he wants to tow a caravan??...first thing that's going to go will be gearbox and it's heat...exactly as in this video...wait and see...

[@ngochuybk]

so true. I agree with you

[@richwhetton]

Yeah that’s exactly why you have transmission temp problems- go massively out of spec increasing engine loading on tyres and don’t think about knock effects.

[@EARTHROMR]

100%. Very poorly executed modifications. By putting these mods on KZbin, Police/insurance will know what you have done, and therefore your insurance/warranty is now void

[@andymursell2301]

Very true

[@ianthepelican2709]

Strongly recommend putting that wheel in the car and padlocking it down. If it stays up top like that you're advertising.

[@PeterCarruthers-x5b]

Merry Christmas to you both. Hope you have a terrific New Year and enjoy where ever you are in this wonderful country.

[@douglaslin5469]

Also Lil and Jake, I put the tyre down the back of the roof rack, so I will not hear the tyre when its back there because the air flow is high pressure where your tyre is now. And those tyres will have a significant increase to fuel consumption IMO.

[@Sabumnim666]

Check your owners manual about towing speed and weight I am pretty sure you are towing well over the recommended speed for your van and the speed limit is 100km/hr. when towing the van. Your car is now a lot heavier I would guess kerb has jumped from 2495kg to very close to 2750kg and your van is around the 3350kg mark if not more and the larger tires have reduced the actual torque available due to the ratio change. From what you have shown I would have certainly paid out the extra and bought the LC300, kerb w is only 105kg more torque is 40% more, power is 50% more and from the fuel economy your are achieving it may well be more efficient, also the GCM is 6750kg. Looks like you will need a trans cooler, GVM/GCM upgrade probably an intercooler and quite possibly a tune and a bigger radiator this would hit the pocket for another 10 to 12 grand, ouch, and the LC300 would still be more capable in power. Good luck

[@abecoulter9989]

Definitely would be over GVM weight once the 300kg ball weight gets added with all those accessories. 600kg payload to limit. 300kg ball weight, 150kg (approx) passengers. Wheels and tyres would add 50kg roughly. Plus all the other accessories would be close the the 100kg left over.

[@shanethackeray1988]

The 250 looks “ tough “ with the wheels and tyres. The upgrades are sweet. Overheating autos are common in certain 4x4 ‘s nothing an after market transmission cooler won’t fix. They will be coming soon.

[@LandcruiserAdventures]

I love how the stripes are upside down, curving upwards when the character line in the door goes down.... Looks classy

[@TheMongard]

PPF has hydrophobic qualities similar to a ceramic coat. Its made so nothing sticks to it. If you want your stripes to last protect them under the the PPF just get them professionally installed before the PPF.

[@lilandjake]

Good tip, I didn’t know that!

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi Jake and Lil wow that changes the truck completely different looks a complete different vehicle. Absolutely fantastic. I really love it I’m looking at a Isuzu dmax which is very plain, but after what you’ve done to this vehicle completely changed. Fantastic gives me heaps of ideas thanks once again guys really appreciate you Cliff from Logan city, Queensland Australia. I’m on the big island

[@lilandjake]

Cheers Cliff! Glad you liked it, it's come a long way! We're always happy to help. Have a great Christmas! 🙌🏻

[@GetCampingOz]

Love the retro look! ❤

[@noodlefoo]

I hate it after you have changed the tyres to bigger AT/MT tyres, you cannot fit the bigger spare tyre in its original spare wheel placement. That's a fail for me.

[@cafts1]

Same for the last 3 Prado series. Just need a wheel spacer. Agree that sucks

[@Stevegrande1]

@@cafts1not sure how a wheel spacer will work, the spare is located underneath

[@Vintage-Vespa-Miami]

Great video ! Where I can get these stickers ?

[@lorenzoronpedrique2952]

The spare tire should be located at the back like the FJ40~FJ70~FJ Cruiser and the fuel tank should be bigger

[@Vintage-Vespa-Miami]

@ true yesterday I put 15 gallons I think is 17gallons however I did 320 miles

[@DanFinlayson-n9d]

Hey guys, can I ask if you are happy with the reccon roof platform and why you chose that over the older pioneer platforms? Just about to pull the trigger but wanted thoughts! Cheers

[@ringo2202]

Hey Mate, looking good. In relation to rear wheel carriers, I just spent 2 years touring in a 200 with a rear wheel carrier. (Now have a Silverado 2500). They add a lot of weight to the rear axle due to the cantilever effect of the weight. I also found it painful to access the rear of the wagon. Give that thought when it’s decision time. Have a great Chrissy

[@Hamish_ink]

Toyota should be sponsoring your adventures because you're doing practical research which they seemed to have skipped over

[@brooke-nh3tw]

Sponsoring a modified vehicle don't think so

[@kurtburkhardt5862]

Wave from the US. Like the bigger tires and wheels. Nice to know 17" wheels fit over the calipers. We have 285/70/17 Mickey Thompson Baja Boss AT's on our 2014 4Runner. They are the max we can fit even with a 3" OME suspension lift. Hopefully, the 2025 4Runner will have bigger wheelwells so we can run 305's as well. Probably will keep the stock 18" rims though. Will need to find out before we do any changes. The airbags are also a good idea. We are trying to keep our new vehicle fairly stock and we do tow as well.

[@_suppsventures1149]

Looking good guys! Love the influence from TJ with the editing hahaha love it

[@lilandjake]

Cheers legend, glad you liked it! Haha TJ is a top bloke! i dont think ill ever be that good though

[@RingoTravels]

I fitted airbags and kept my stock suspension some years ago - tows my van beautifully! What PSI?

[@lilandjake]

How good are they! We’re just playing around with them but about 30 seems good at the moment

[@RingoTravels]

@ I run mine at 40 - perfect

[@davidflorance7650]

I run mine at 50psi , tow a 22ft van , 200 ball weight with Pajero NP , A1 , 👍👍👍

[@slygamer01]

Beadlocks are not legal to use on Australian roads. "The wheel and tyre must be contained within the bodywork or mudguards, including any flares, when the wheels are aligned straight." There is no exception for sidewalls. You will need flare extensions for those tyres. Nice decals and roofrack. Not a fan of the beadlock look, but aside from that the wheels and tyres look great. If only we could get the round headlights for the 250 Prado here.

[@Tim12-g7c]

lol almost full tank shows 500km range is that right? at 22.05

[@lilandjake]

Yep, we get about 600 to the tank towing

[@craigjensen4179]

How good does it look with those stripes, very retro. Wheels are mint too. Good stuff guys, you're doing a great job

[@lilandjake]

Cheers! Glad you like the stripes, it’s all about that retro vibe. 😎

[@NeilF4x4Crusading]

Those wheels look awesome ! I had similar tyres on my 2.8 Fortuner, the bigger mud terrain tyres absolutely killed the performance when towing and I had it tuned with 600nm. I had a torque converter lock up kit and a trans cooler, the lock up kit was much better at keeping the trans temps down (trans doesn't get hot when it's locked up) I had to tow in 4th gear (equal to your 6th gear) as it would not hold 5th gear (your 7th gear) with the bigger tyres . This meant using more fuel and doing dpf regen a lot more often. In NSW it's not legal to remove rear seats unless you get it registered as a lesser seat vehicle, if you are concerned about being legal I can send you the relevant clauses.

[@matthewfletcher9108]

Stickers look amazing. Nice work.

[@lilandjake]

Thanks mate! We’re super happy with them!

[@GrahamSmyth-um6uh]

Nice set of wheels a tyres looks good on the prado 👍

[@jeffwills9978]

The stickers look great Looks like a retro 60 series wagon Stickers and wheels look 🔥

[@brianmaclennan561]

Gotta ask why mud terrains at start of summer?

[@dirtysteve1]

Have you read the owners manual on towing????

[@leeblake1437]

Well done, the car looks awesome. Now all you need is a transmission cooler ( around $800 fitted )

[@lilandjake]

Would love to get one if they made one for it! Let me know if you know anyone that’s done it yet! We’re keen!

[@leeblake1437]

@lilandjake from research most transmission coolers are made to fit several different types of cars so if you talk again with wholesale automatics a 150 Prado or 300 series one should be able to get fitted I think it's just mounting and space but it should be able to be done. Maybe contact Kaon they may be able to do a kit for you

[@4bnewb969]

@@lilandjakecheck with Wholesale Automatics in Vic. They have coolers for the previous model 150 Prado and the 10 speed in the LC300. I’d be surprised if they are not currently developing and testing a cooler for the new Prado

[@paulhunter4413]

You need a scan gauge 3 now. So you can monitor the gearbox temp and exhaust gas temps constantly. The much bigger tyres will add a lot of load to the whole drive train.

[@davidstinson1458]

Hi 👋 Mate!!! From Southern California USA 🇺🇸!! Those stickers and rims are freaking awesome!!! 😎

[@johnmathisen1167]

Jake get an accurate temperature sensor setup I have an Australian made kit which bolts on to the motor and gearbox, so no warranty issues and it works great,sorry forgot the brand. But an auto cooler is must for towing.

[@Stevegrande1]

Just get a reader and plug into the port. Direct readings for a range of other things as well. I’d be adding an EGT to it as a must

[@offroadanimal]

Rig is looking sweet

[@lilandjake]

cheers legends! Really happy with it so far!

[@michaelsmith9866]

Does GVM upgrade void your warranty?

[@oliverberger5380]

First thing they do when you go in for engine warranty is weigh the car

[@Stuart.3132]

Hi guys great job at personalising you new car. Have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. Safe travels

[@lilandjake]

Thanks heaps legend, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@rodneym5868]

It’s amazing what a few mods do, the Prado it’s looking awesome guys! Definitely get a transmission cooler as soon as one is available and a catch can. These 250’s look fantastic done up and can’t wait to get ours 😊 Always enjoy your channel guys👍

[@steveharris5097]

Hey mate you might want to check the owners manual with regards to towing. If the 250 is the same as my 200 series you’re not supposed to tow in drive to avoid over heating. I tow in 4th gear in my 200 which keeps the torque converter locked and running cool. Also towing above 90/100 kmh is not really a good idea. Just my opinion but i would read the manual. BTW i have the altitude on order for pick in April. Keep the videos coming.

[@orangejuicepony6881]

Different Gearbox, specifically its not from the 1990s like the 200s is. It locks every gear, so heat is irrelevant now. Same as a ZF8 speed, tow in any gear, doesn't matter.

[@steveharris5097]

Good to know

[@ozevox]

first thing i would do is remove the 0-20 weight oil out of it . jump to a 5/40 if towing

[@garrywoodward9049]

The new wheels make it look like they were made for it!

[@chrisboon5602]

You would have to be over gvm with payload being 615 kg

[@thinkingmedia9119]

You need to measure the temperatures from the sensors in the toque converter and also in the pan (check with IR temp gun) to see if the radiator embedded trany cooler is working.

[@M.j.S388]

When you rolled out those wheels, i thought to big for car, function first looks second i hope it doesnt cost you i enjoy what you are doing you provide entertainment for many people.

[@chase1as]

No doubt the oil temp is a result of further Toyota cost cutting. Im sure some mods will be coming soon. Love the stripes and wheels too

[@Jaron0027]

Looks absolutely awesome guys. I like it a lot.

[@bobtheboozer15]

Mods are fun and a lot of thought needs to go into it to suit individual needs. Have fun and remember it not a mistake if you learn from it

[@grahamep8635]

Don't tow heavy loads in any overdrive gear. It will help reduce loads on engine and gearbox, definitely reduce exhaust gas temps and auto trans temps. In my 150 series, fuel usage towing in 1:1 ratio (S4) is the same or only negligably more than towing in higher gears. And do check your vehicle handbook in the towing section. Probably same as 150 series so there will be an instruction re which gear to tow in. Don't give Toyota a back door to avoid warranty liability in the event of an expensive engine or tranny failure and the vehicle data proves you have been doing otherwise. Thanks for the videos..

[@JoanneProcter]

Love the new additions to the car😍 Looks scmicko✔️✔️

[@patguster5972]

Hey Jake, you can get the universal transmission cooler from wholesale automatic and adapt it to suit your car, we had to do that with our Range Rover

[@liamoconnor17]

Please please please add a transmission cooler before you detonate.

[@10beerman]

Don't forget to send John Cadogan a postcard from DPC when you get there..👍

[@JaxsnDave]

Mate, that was such an informative video, really well done and loads of information. Even though I'm not in the market for the 250 series it was very interesting. I personally don't like the late model cars in most makes with all the warnings and turn this off can't do that etc.. as for the ones you pointed out would do my head in. Will stick with my 13 , 150 series for now. Although I do love the fit out of your Ranger.. but yes Prados are so comfy for long distance drives. You have got this beast looking awesome I have to say. Great channel, ps Jack and Megan got us here.. Hope to see you on the rd one day cheers.

[@bryannicholson2108]

Hi Jake you have done a great job with all of the modifications they look good and should all be very beneficial with your touring requirements well done 👍

[@harleyboo6951]

I like the new look, gives the car a more aggressive look. Only thing I don't like is the Gold bolts on the bead lock rim, I think silver ones would look better with the silver wheels.

[@DanielMika865]

The Prado looks rad dude! Could get a dash mat with a dash organiser for bits and bobs, including sunnies. Loving the content!

[@blair_bsting]

Stickers look good. Good on you for having a go putting them on.

[@runawayruffys]

Jake did 🎉you check the manual about towing, Toyotas standard is towing anything over 2200kgs, they recommend Weight dis bars

[@rostamr4096]

Man, you did a great job. Love your build, especially those wheels and tires..👌👌👌

[@lilandjake]

Thanks so much! We've got a lot of plans for the build 💪

[@rostamr4096]

@@lilandjake Looking forward to it..I just test-drove a Land cruiser today. We shall see...

[@GO-SEE-OZ]

The rig looks awesome guys 🎉🥳

[@derrickclayton7391]

Have watched L and J for a while now. Glad to see you are smarter than Toyota engineers. Smart move on your 7 year warranty that you don't have. Finish it off with a power upgrade ,and all the other smart stuff you have thought of including your 35mm offsets. Go back to what you know. Forklifts ! Sorry for this as I do like you both but you really need to run your ideas past f2f and Ronnie over a crap beer that f2f likes, but Harry can really cook and Ronnie really knows his stuff , use his knowledge to your advantage.

[@stevegriffiths7262]

Love the vinyl guys!! Where did you get them from?

[@stevekenny4732]

Hey guys, I guess there aren’t any towing mirrors for the 250 yet. How are you going without them?

[@lilandjake]

Yea not yet, our van has a camera on the back and we have live feed in the car, works a treat!

[@ericjohnson6802]

Retro look reminds me of a Patrol with a squared off front. Pity there's the usual Toyota M.A.N - aka Many Alterations Necessary, and you're gonna discover the limitations of the underrated engine and transmission very quickly. So, keep the weight down.

[@Daniel-qt1br]

Love the vintage Nod!! Def stay with the style

[@Thari5]

Cool stripes.. and the car looks sic with the new rims as well..

[@charlotte.luvsss]

Well done. Good taste in upgrades. Looks cool

[@BordertotheShore]

Well done Adelaide Tyre Power 🇦🇺

[@travelling_kelpies]

Love the stripes, and the colour matches all the accessories perfectly. Would you not want the stripes protected by the bushwapz too? They're worth keeping 😉 I've gone from Ranger to a 300, too. Agree about the storage and things in the Ranger, but I still have the Ranger until I sell it, and switching between them I care less and less about those things the Ranger has. The Cruiser is a beast. Love it! Toyota definitely haven't perfected their infotainment technology, for sure. They've always been years behind, but hope they come out with updates real soon to fix their warning messages.

[@rey073]

Hey ya L&J. From where I sit, your rig is look’n tops. We have the 250 as well and for our trip around the block, I’m contemplating taking the middle seats out and leaving the rear in. It may not suit you 2 with your lifestyle, but for us it’s even more weight removed, better utilisation of the extra space and when we are home and not travelling, the extra legroom in the back seat is like a limo. As I said, may not suit you but food for thought. Love your channel and honesty, but then again what do you expect from fellow Tasmaniacs.

[@GO-SEE-OZ]

Love the stripes.

[@63holden]

Love your choice's on the 250,looks awesome. The joys of being an early adopter. 😂 Good to see your happy with your choice's Jake. It will be interesting to see where the build goes. ❤✌️

[@lilandjake]

Thanks heaps, yeah it’s been a hell of a ride so far, a few headaches here and there but worth it! 👊🏼

[@brokenlegz]

lol our 150 Prado had chrome around the gear stick, had, I plastidipped it. I seen the car and you in Kadina but had no idea you had a KZbin channel, Snapchatted it to a few mates because the tyres and stickers make it look sick. And I was blown away somebody has modified one already. Didn’t realise it was on stock suspension though. Then I see it broken at the local dealership a week later 😬 shock fell off? Doesn’t look like anything you’ve done to it or could’ve avoided, just Toyota missed a bolt or something.

[@AfkhamAzeez]

I love the body sticker

[@jamestanner9198]

What is the roof load rated to off road /?

[@stephenhorton119]

Side decals need som bold color

[@jamestanner9198]

@@stephenhorton119 ok meaningless reply?

[@marlxxv]

thanks for the vid mate! definitely gonna get the roof rack. did you just wired straight from the battery for your anderson plug at the back? wanna do the same thing as well. i thought we needed an isolator so that it doesnt drain the battery? cheers!

[@youngyarnzy777]

She looks the business 💪

[@debbiesullivan2390]

FULLY EPIC AS Guys 😎😎😎😎😎 Totally Love it ! ❤

[@lyndalouise3480]

Hi Lil Jake and of course Hazel, wishing you a healthy happy fun filled Christmas full of Love Laughter and new adventures, look forward to seeing what you get up to in the new year, Love the Stripes.🌲🎉👏👏

[@lilandjake]

Thanks heaps! We’re looking forward to some new adventures next year too!

[@colinbelfield3985]

The stripes look great

[@terryfowler7809]

Finally some mud terrains! You won't regret it. Your off road travels will be less stressful. The stripes look good, keep them but maybe change one of lighter colours to tie in the bolts on the bead locks, looks a bit off with too many colours going on. Its looking good 👍 oh and get a ARB double compressor with tank, will pump your tyres up in seconds

[@FloridaBiker-t3b]

It's beautiful ..I'm not sure if it would look better to me if the rims didn't have the black beauty ring & gold hardware or not, decal looks great..wow.cool.

[@lilandjake]

Maybe just go all polished? We might do! Thanks for watching!

[@FloridaBiker-t3b]

@@lilandjake The first impression effect was" wow" when you pulled them out of the box, the rings toned them down maybe..they still look great either way..just a preference thing

[@gavindereus3643]

Lil and Jake, your Prado is looking awesome with the new wheels and shoes. Guys 😢

[@gavindereus3643]

Are you guys still in Adelaide?

[@juliekhann7018]

Great jobs guys merry Christmas

[@Lifestyle_Brisbane]

Not a fan of silver wheels but with the side decals they look very neat so you have to keep the decals after the bush wraps

[@jodiemorris1708]

Looks so good guys.

[@balmoresegovia8853]

This Toyota Land Cruiser looks amazing

[@marcturner5809]

You don’t need airbags and massive tyres to go off road, if anything, they will just cause more dramas.

[@douglaslin5469]

I have a Disco and it's difficult to change the transmission fluid. But I do have it changed. Your transmission fluid change schedule needs to be shortened. One hopes the transmission fluid can handle the heat, and that Toyota haven't put in a less heat capable transmission fluid due to their seeking better fuel economy statistics. My '97 Prado 3.4 petrol (no diesels then and my son now uses that Prado) also could get a hot transmission. Toyota's cost accounts were at work back then and they certainly are still around. But it's neat that you get a long wheelbase new tech chassis in a Prado. Also about chasing fuel economy running in a higher gear - the vehicle needs paddle shifts. So much easier and using a paddle shift locks the transmission for a period of time. But the downside of running a higher gear (ie 7th instead of 6th) is that doing so ca wear the gearbox more. Evidently (I am not an auto engineer though) using a high gear (7th instead of 6th) works the gearbox harder. Worth thinking about. At the end of the day fuel consumption is something we chase but longevity is much more important. It's also why the motor is not made more powerful. Good luck with your channel.

[@ericjohnson6802]

Our 2014 D4 ZF 8 speed has no heat issues towing heavy loads, needs no air bags and has a very strong chassis etc. Auto oil changed at 90k costing @600 buck - easy to do. It still out classes new Toyotas, so we're keeping it.

[@susanmccusker5931]

The car looks great. Hope you can put the stickers on top of the bush wrap. Wishing you both a merry Christmas and happy new year. Looking forward to your 2025 videos and adventures