I BOUGHT A TROOPY, 78 series Landcruiser

I BOUGHT A TROOPY, 78 series Landcruiser
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[@jpdrsn33]

Perfect for a swimming pool in the back and DJ booth on the roof.

[@scottbourne3984]

I love the enthusiasm and the excitement from Ronny on this vehicle. It jumps out of the screen and is infectious. Im excited for this build!

[@mariobattistini2994]

I hope you build the crap out of it! I’m so looking forward to it.

[@Radswa_Chikinora]

-All four rear sliding windows converted to hinges on gas struts.. box the windows in with various storage inside. - large comfortable bed inside on a false floor. 12Volt lives at the front behind the front two seats and under the bed. - Large trundle daws at the rear that slide under the bed. - Fridge setup at the rear. -Fold down cooking table on the door. - big awning and shower tent attached to the rack.

[@morepawstravels]

Ronny St Pierre Dahl? In all seriousness though… a brilliant buy. I’ll be watching the build process on this one carefully as a pre-DPF, V8 Troopy is my dream vehicle. I understand the reasoning behind the vinyl floor mats. But as the current owner of a 105 with hand winders… maybe you could do a conversation from a GXL for the door cards and power lifters…

[@colindecosta2756]

RSPD ... exactly what I was thinking lol

[@jowly1462]

RSPD...cut the roof off it, visit Heiner, stern waffle, nicknacks, gravel carparks, more stern waffle, sell, repeat....RSPD job done.

[@maverick2242]

Drop kick the golf ball as well and seal up the snorkel (safari it minimum) good buy, look fwd to see what you turn it into. Battle of the Troopy’s you’ll need to do a Troopy trip with Andrew the Troop master now, you Torbs and Andrew that would be trippy🤪

[@davidmoore7303]

Great choice. Our daughter and son in law have had one for 10 years, been every where. Love it.

[@ryannorvall2779]

I’ll be honest I was sad you were letting the Hilux go but super excited to see what you do with the troopy. Troopys are incredible. And it makes sense having matching drive lines etc.

[@MEOxley23]

Who gives a crap about the Hilux. Dog probs? What's the point!

[@Comfarol]

I knew it was a troopy. They're basically the ultimate tourer. Looks damn clean for a 2015 troopy too.

[@beauhawkings1688]

Welcome to the club legend, iv had my Troopy for 4 years, 2 years with the roof converted, easily the best mod iv done on mine. Cheers

[@philg2468]

Legend! Mine's a 2019. It's a huge blank canvas - glad you are giving it some time to get your head around the fitout. The trick I think is to keep it lightweight so you get a much more capable vehicle. The tall skinny tyres are the go and don't bother with a roofrack which is a lot of weight up top to bugger up the centre of gravity - already has huge storage inside. I have flexible solar panels on the roof - mounted to Rhino tracks.

[@jackthornton3496]

Finally, someone else that see the benefit of tires no wider than 245 or 235 /16

[@TWX1138]

I don't blame you for wanting to stick with a vehicle platform that you know well. The only trap to try to avoid falling into is building the second vehicle *_just_* like the first, to be different enough to be interesting.

[@cliffbooth7075]

He will. My wife & I joked that he’ll spend at least another $100k on it to satisfy his OCD. Lights, oh there will be lights... Lights on it, on top of it, under it, in it, in the wheel arches, in the grille, on the side, bam bam bam, lights! Then there’s the epic 12v work he’ll have done to it. Rack systems that he’ll fit, ditch then fit replacements. The rear cargo space will have extensive work done to it then will be face lifted 3 times afterward. Then the main interior will be face lifted twice. It’ll get a custom exhaust & unique bar work. Brush bars fitted then removed. Then another bar fitted. Another extensive set of recovery gear. This car will cost an absolute fortune but I suppose the ammo’s there for another 50-100 Ch7 & KZbin videos and that’s what it’s all about in the end.

[@yengsabio5315]

@@cliffbooth7075 😂

[@pen1910]

good call on da troopy . owned one and had zero issues/ no major issues to complain about . travelled Oz for almost 3yrs

[@cbwadventures4335]

You should put one of the back seats off and put a kitchen in then after that put a roof top tent on

[@skinnytroopy]

Ronnie - go the skinny tyres. They look so cool. Easier to miss the potholes. The 225/95r16 Dunlop road grippers are great. I see too many troopies with huge tyres that are heavier and then need a rear bar. No need and makes opening the rear a pain.

[@Onkelwillys]

I Drive 7.50R16 Michelin XZL on my Troopy , and ist’s great

[@philg2468]

Yep, spot on. I've stuck with the 225/95/16 and they do everything you need and look the goods on a Troopy.

[@Nick-sd7um]

@@theblade4x464 35s on a troopy are about as useful as a fly screen on a submarine.

[@user-rv6zk1pp7r]

255/85/16 are the ultimate size for a 70 series it’s just a shame there’s not more brands doing it

[@ianparsons8894]

Yep, exact same diameter as a 285/75R16 without the unnecessary weight and stress on suspension components 👍

[@kbrandt02]

So glad you bought a troopy. I am also a recent owner and waiting to start a touring build. Looking forward to seeing your ideas start rolling out.

[@sidney-kt6zu]

being from the US we don't have Landcruiser :/ but I am thrilled to see you have one, your reaction of owning one reminds me of the day I bought my first 4x4 pick up truck, which was a 1999 Dodge Dakota with a 5.2 V8. congratulations ! and I'm looking forward to seeing your new episodes with the Troopy. my regards from South Florida

[@AlexandarHullRichter]

The older 70 series are now old enough to import. I've seen a few of them around where I live.

[@davidharden8469]

I love the youthful humor and enthusiasm. I also enjoyed your interview with Andrew. Hope you enjoy the Cruiser. Looking forward to seeing your plan in action.

[@boganbob2708]

Great choice and a great platform. I can see genuine excitement from you. Just remember it's not a ute. Both utes and vans haves advantages and disadvantages. Best thing about a troopy is that you can throw your shit in and use it right away and lock everything up without any mods. Happy Days.

[@carltonr3417]

Great choice for a tourer! Much better than a double cab in terms of usable space and sleeping options. You can have a bed setup in the back, pull up somewhere and sleep in the back without setting up just to sleep for the night

[@mark2073]

Stealth sleeping can be very handy sometime

[@sirsyphron7878]

Bloody fantastic choice Ronny! I have one myself (75 series) and it is the best vehicle format possible. Get in touch with the guys at Thorburns Fabrication in Sydney. They make the BEST aftermarket rear bar out there! I jist spent the money with them a few weeks ago and fitted it myself and it is a great addition. Great build quality and you can get it in either the dual wheel carrier or wheel and Jerry format. Australian designed and made too!

[@garyp7903]

Thanks mate. I can feel how excited you are!

[@nasseral-momen1463]

I've bought several vehicles over the years and always wanted a troopy. bought one last week and that feeling only comes from the right vehicle. I get that feeling your on about with my troopy. enjoy

[@cleemensassmannshausen8354]

Welcome to the Troopy club :-). A roof conversion is probably the best you can do. But check out carefully which one you choose. I decided to go with an individual solution because in bad weather conditions the possibility to sit upright without opening the roof is a big plus. Also a suspension upgrade is a must have, the original one is too soft with all the mods…. I’m doing my build also step by step, so I know exactly whats need to work better on the next trip. Have fun an I‘m already looking forward hearing about your ideas and thoughts. Keep us updated! Cheers mate!

[@drivesafely12]

Yes. You’ve done well and smart enough to make it good. I wish I had your brains.😊

[@BorisEkner]

Congratulations! It will be a very interesting time ahead learning what you will do to it because now we will have two knowledgeable guys with Troopies, you and ASPW. ❤️

[@benptben10]

Since you want to leave it on the East get a rtt and keep the seats or a similar setup as a lounge room/kitchen. Doubles up as accommodation for mates and is a life saver in the rain.

[@banana3955]

Having worked across 5 different countries as a heavy fitter, keep it stock as a rock. You will be surprised how capable it really is

[@snakeinthegrass7630]

"keep it stock as a rock" I totally agree with that statement. But you see "Macho" comes into it, and of cause what "Bob next door has"

[@Longshot762x51]

That is going to be really cool, congrats on the new toy! My vote on a trip would be another NSW video with Musa and those guys, really enjoy technical driving. Cheers from the USA 😁

[@benjaminnissen7977]

Mate! Great move. I had a troopy for 18 years and loved every second. Super amped for you and your future together, the love affair has just begun and I can see that you’re feeling it. So many possibilities, I’m sure you will do it justice. Looking forward to seeing it develop…….

[@slowboat6021]

glad your exited with the new toy, one things for sure the troopy is a versatile vehicle. have fun with it.

[@garmcl]

Had a 92 Troopy with 1HZ - gave it an OME suspension, rear air locker, 32 x 11 x 15 BFG muddies. Also added Mercedes Benz bus mirrors - bloody beautiful! Went 400,000k before I sold it - still think I should have kept it... it was terrific. Went all over Oz and the only thing that went in 10 years was a fuel solenoid. BTW - Nissan rear pull bracket fits perfectly in the troopy chassis - bolt holes are alrady pre drilled - and makes a great recovery point above the towbar.

[@garmcl]

sorry 32 x 11.5 x 15

[@fathomtheundertaker4356]

The hand break sounds good, it's a struggle at the boat ramp with my 02 troopy, 15yrs driving this one, ordered a new one last Dec.

[@GR8Tmate]

Congratulations, you know what it’s all about! I’ve got a new one coming and having already sold my old one I can tell you life is very miserable without a Troopy in the shed ☹️ Owning a Troopy is life ❤️😍💪🏼👍

[@westerninnovation3109]

Hey Legend stoked you joined the club! First thing would be changing the rear springs to parabolics. Completely changes the vehicles handling and comfort. It’s like getting a coil conversion. You won’t regret it. Especially on the long trips. Speaking of, invest in some good seats. Xr6 seats are popular with the huracan adaptors. The factory seats will give you a back injury after time 😅

[@troopydoopydoo7649]

What parabolics should I look at?

[@cliffbooth7075]

Interesting regarding the seats. When I saw them the on this video I immediately thought they looked really ordinary like someone’s ugly uncle with no personality & uncomfortable.

[@cyclemoto8744]

@@troopydoopydoo7649 terrain tamer

[@cyclemoto8744]

As long as you modify the sensor for the passenger side air bag, otherwise your passenger won’t fair as well as the driver in an accident

[@westerninnovation3109]

@@troopydoopydoo7649 Westralia and Terrain Tamer supply them. Westralia is just springs, terrain tamer does kits with shocks etc. Complete maintenance services - CMS - ship them really quick. Good service too 👍🏼

[@paulbrooke3838]

Love the enthusiasm. Love the passion. I think you made a good choice. So many options.

[@ausoff-road7795]

There seems to be alot of build eps and advice given for someone who rarely requires low range. I found this channel as a full blown noobie but as I progressively started to hit harder tracks and build a capable rig, have checked back here to find the same content 4 years on. Feels you suit the new people and those who think going bush means you need a flanny, farmers jacket and akubra 😅. Different breed out west that’s for sure

[@DIESELTECH_ZA]

Nice Ron-man! You look so chuffed with your new toy! Enjoy the journey (customizing & trips) with your 'new' set of wheels! Thanks for the share mate!

[@davidm3219]

11 seats was when they used to have three across the front being a single and a double seat. This is really the only configuration that lives up to the troop carrier name.

[@matoko123]

It wAS 13!

[@laurenpersonal4383]

Exciting!! We bought our Troopy in November and are doing the same thing - lots of trips as is while we get ideas for our build. So keen to see what you do :)

[@reludennis]

Congrats...great choice...now you can sleep inside..no tent and no worry of crocs ... A new trip to cooper peedy or canning stock route...and then an African adventure with the troopy...

[@SanoyNimbus]

Time to go to AFRICA!!! :) ... Now that Andrew St Pierre White is in Australia, I do miss travel 4w4 videos from Africa.

[@bradymayfield7969]

Man, y'all have some of the coolest off roaders down there! You can read the excitement on your face about this one and whatever you do with it will be awesome. All hail the Dahli Ronda!

[@petepeterson4540]

all through out history Man has been playing catch up And here comes Ronny catching up! Ronny get to know it before you marry it and then be fair to it never cheap parts always quality. Always treat it with respect and it will deliver you safe and sound. Cheers Mate.

[@johnnumbat9782]

It’s your perfect DNA Ronny and great simplicity where I wouldn’t want to be stranded with the newer high tech DPF 4WDs. I always wanted a Troopy for it’s fantastic space and versatility. I do own a pre-DPF 2010 Auto Diesel Hilux because I prefer an automatic in my senior years hence no Troopy. Well done young fellah. Keep the build simple, watch the weight but don’t skimp on quality fit-out equipment. You may want to visit our stunning Coorong in SA or the Flinders Ranges/Lake Eyre.

[@trackexplore]

I love the troopy, used to own one with the 1HD-FTE. It was an awesome vehicle. It was an RV with forward facing rear seat. It's just not suited as a family tourer, unless I'd got an extra side door fitted. They're perfect for 1 or 2 people to comfortably travel in. If you put aftermarket seats in it anyway. Lol

[@Turbofte]

Must have been nice with the fte

[@trackexplore]

Sure was. Toyota's best ever engine.

[@Turbofte]

@@trackexplore I’m enjoying mine daily 👍

[@trackexplore]

@@Turbofte good onya

[@dannyrosewood9661]

Ronny, when you upgrade the tyres to 33's bang in a set of parabolic rear leaves and smart coils on the front a 2" suspension lift and great upgrade especially with BP51 shocks. It'll ride great loaded and unloaded and make it feel less like a van or ute. A Safari snorkel so it can breathe in, a Torqit exhaust so it can breath out and make it sound like it should. I'm so looking forward to this.

[@Aiden550]

Have been watching your videos for a long time.... Put a deposit on a 76 series yesterday! Was very close to getting a troopy. Very very close... But with kids in the near future we went for the 4 doors. I look forward to seeing all of these videos! Definitely check under the roof racks for tiny micro scratches with rust, and if you're going to work on rust protection for longevity would love to watch that!

[@td4dotnet]

At first I thought the infamous Mr White might have been bending your ear but when I heard your reasoning behind the choice it totally sold me on the idea, good solid thinking. Looking forward to seeing Ronny's take on the Troopy! Look at that space in there! You could fill it with so many expensive whatnots and doodads! Awesome :-)

[@antonyrayson7425]

Hi Ronny. I own one of these vehicles. My recommendation’s. 1. Change all oil’s etc (obvious)2.front seats 3.dual battery 4.remove rear seats 5.wiring to panel above jack (install Engel fridge back left cnr) can access easy from smaller rear door 6.rear bar with swing away wheel carrier 7.Door armrest with cup holder 8.UHF radio 9. Differential locks F&R 10.Decent tyre’s on the steel rim’s you’ve got and your done 😃

[@matoko123]

It's a inline 6 not a V8, isn't it?

[@dominicevans7430]

Factory locker switch to keep an oem look , electric windows and genuine central locking. If it's in WA get westside to put some dark tint on it

[@Saphire0437]

Can't be many channels left without one of these. Can't believe you bought one in this covid tax market. Watch the viewers pay way too much for them and the value skyrocket again. Gone are the days of affordable practicality and reliability.

[@jasonstorie8740]

I love your videos, I live in Jackson Tennessee and used to have a jeep Cherokee I would take wheeling with friends of mine out in East Tennessee a lot I’m about to get back into it so your videos have been really informative. But I would love a video of you explaining the different Toyotas y’all have to us in the states. I have never seen most of everything I’ve seen on your channel. Thank you sir

[@mullerandre95]

Botswana!!!!!!! Come to Africa and explore the bush here!!!!

[@joshuamclean6564]

Love it. Can't wait to get my own. Hands down no.1 priority is a roof top conversion. If you can try not go nuts with technology and gadgets like Andrews Troopy (4xOverland). It would be good to see a reasonable budget build. You know something attainable by most poeple. I'm looking forward to the Troopy series Ronnie.

[@paulthoroughgood7590]

"A budget build" you've got the wrong badge for that lol If you switch to a Patrol, you get a better car AND half the price

[@adampowell4867]

@@paulthoroughgood7590 Didn't know Nissan built a troop carrier with a real engine! Patrols are good but there's only one troopy

[@Nordheide]

Which Patrols are the best choice? Thinking about buying one soon.

[@michellemanton434]

Good job the troopy suits you 👍

[@aldrimduramax]

I know what you mean about not feeling the hilux, when you love a vehicle or a type its really hard to get into something different. Awesome choice on the troopy ronny . I hope you do a roof conversion eventually

[@andreaskuberka7747]

great choice , i just hope you dont go overboard with the electric like ASPW .

[@ericburger2294]

A great choice! I have two, on different continents! Given that you are in WA, have you considered overlanding Africa? You can mix wide open spaces with exciting wildlife. That continent is highly addictive! Whatever you do, don't store 120+ liters of water above floor level. Or turn it into a OTT mobile power station. I hope you do realise that the best ever troopy based 2 person overland vehicle has already been created (by the world's foremost overlanding expert), so you cannot possible improve on that! Or can you?

[@mark2073]

He could go low tech which some would say is better

[@dunk1]

The water sloshing around even with baffling. Why would you store water in the back when there is room under the Body ?.

[@ericburger2294]

@@dunk1 That we will probably never know, but I reckon he couldn't get someone to sponsor underbody tank(s).

[@ericburger2294]

@@dunk1 I have been ghosted on that other channel. You might be the same. Check!

[@murphyyowoura9689]

Toyota Land Crusier 10 seater still the best. You'll find many in my country Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬. Almost everybody own a Toyota LC in PNG. Hope you drop by up north in PNG and enjoy the rough and rugged terrains. Do less mods on it. Don't over dress it. 👍🇵🇬

[@kiwizookoffroad2040]

Great buy for what you need it for. Especially if you're touring in Asia, and even the east coast of Aussie, the troopy is much better suited to wet weather, secure travel than a ute-based platform.

[@lachlanhayes8933]

Troopy mate is my dream vehicle and I was over the moon that my favourite 4wd channel got a troopy can't wait to see what the future brings with this rig

[@triggerhappy8872]

Don’t know why he pulls the handbrake on for.

[@morepawstravels]

This comment wins the internet today…

[@jacob_miller]

First thing I thought 🤣

[@Ronny_Dahl]

It’s actually still works… for now 🤣🤣

[@iantubello]

Filmmaking/edit trick. To cue the intro b roll 👍👍

[@alexdonaldson9235]

Collaboration with the troopy king ASPW?

[@marcowillembezuidenhout1437]

@Ronny Dahl, can you discuss the use of pizza cutter tyres like the 35" spec 255/85R17 vs the 315/70R17. USA KZbinr FJX2000 did it on his FJ Cruiser

[@CelticKnight2004]

Finally we get to see what a young aussie fella does to a touring troopy instead of an older chap :) yes YESSS. YESSSSSS. Do a Rohnny Dahl vs ASPW "Builds a troopy!" feature him on the show, with how you are doing the conversion different for your different style of touring!! Everyone on this channel compare the two of you, two Perth fellas, doing the same thing but RADICALLY different!!

[@reignofhate86]

Ditch those side facing seats and put in a forward facing seat from techsafe. I have two small kids and they climb in through the front no worries

[@grant7260]

Great, It feels right Ronny, The Hilux didn't feel right for you form the start. Very excited to see it moving forward.

[@MP-1965]

Congratulations! You were already my fav channel in Oz, it just SO MUCH got better👍👍👍!

[@DIESELTECH_ZA]

Very clever planning on the parts / components over lapping between the two vehicles Ronny, you think ahead instead of only the present, very smart move! :)

[@noelaird3273]

Personally I gate Toyota but each to their own, I do think you were spot on with one choice type and that's picking what you love. It doesn't matter what others think or feel but you need to be comfortable and trust your vehicle. I feel this is a good pick for you and hope you just keep things real and remember us non wealthy little guys. 👍👍

[@tombentley8440]

Hi Ronny, just got a Troopy in the 🇬🇧 UK. Looking forward to your build. Following with anticipation 👍👍

[@christophersaul]

Fantastic! Much as I enjoy ASPW's videos, I would love to see you do a build and actually take it properly offroad.

[@AlphGen]

pretty sure ASPW builds outback tourers and not rock hoppers, will be good to see this one doing the extreme tracks then

[@johna1162]

I agree with off road use I also am looking forward to Ronnie showing Andrew a different perspective of building a simple effective troopy.

[@christophersaul]

@@AlphGen I agree - and I enjoy his videos. I would like to see Andrew take his Troopy up something fun though to get to a nice spot.

[@simonbest8743]

ASPW is a car park camper end of story.

[@oldmate99]

@@simonbest8743 if he reads this comment you know he's gonna get real cranky

[@johnmarr399]

Simple set of drawers with a mattress on top 👌 the best mobile tent ever

[@mouss198]

Well done mate There's alot of space to play with and never limited on options Ill be looking forward to see the final product Keep the good work up and always good to see you moving along ✌️

[@jarred3424]

Arb wheels arches asap, then 33s for now then 35s after lift. After all 315/75r16 are legal

[@hermanbooysen3601]

I know exactly what you mean when a good vehicle just doesn't speak to you like a 79 series! Many save miles Ronny!

[@user-rv6zk1pp7r]

Great choice Ronny, I have a Hilux as one of our outback station vehicles & it’s just the town car. Not that it isn’t capable just not a car for poking around at 40km/hr all day on bush tracks (plus I’m your size so always hit my head on the roof grab handle in rough stuff) There’s the opportunity for you to do the build that ASPW was criticised for not doing. Solid basic tourer without complexity, ie without all the wanky interior bling like steering wheel controls & knob extensions. Drawers & sleep on top of these in the back instead of a rooftop. Gull wings for access, Outback gear solutions back window bags. 255/85/16 or 265/75/16 tyres on Steelies with a 2” lift. Kleiner’s EGON power system without induction cooking. Good luck, can’t wait😀

[@trevorharper5151]

Good to see you sticking with a proper 4wd not a ute or wagon that someone at the factory decided that they could fit a front diff and transfer case and call it a 4wd

[@zhaanwhite5325]

Stoked about the troops! Only problem, have to wait 4 months to see what you do with it 👍

[@richwenner5101]

Wish we had these options in the US. Mid size trucks and suvs with diesels, even off road capable suvs instead of all these crossover all wheel drives. Working on an f150 with ifs and yes, the lifting is quite more. Cutting and trussing the front cross member for the diff relocation, 7 large boxes of parts and bolts just to go up 4" and fit 35 inch tires

[@terrysmith7740]

Nice Troopy. Yesterday 4wheeling WA, today 4wheeling Australia. tommorrow 4wheeling the world.

[@westralianoffroad]

Heck, I am genuinely envious!

[@dominikr139]

Happy for u! Greets from Poland! I love my 76

[@antoniogomes4541]

Well done. Troopy all day everyday. Build it for touring. Just simple and reliable.

[@holgermuller2987]

Hi Ronny, Keep it simple and save… fix it up with roof conversion, but don’t go overboard with the fit out.. When you are ready let me know I will drive it for you across Australia 🇦🇺 and if you need more we ship it to Malaysia and drive up the globe… the roads ends on the north cap….. one day… Cheers …

[@janhbhugo5085]

I saw your conversation with Andrew and you mentioned you could only leave the Troopy (USA) there for one year ! Here is your solution ship you Troopy to Canada , you have to drive through Canada to Alaska anyway ! Also if you take the Troopy to Mexico you can ship her back to Australia from there ! Just a thought !

[@Mattybabyjay]

Good on you Ronnie. I stick with what I know aswell. If you have accumulated knowledge and experience with your vehicle over years and you know it inside out. You can fix anything that will go wrong with it. Low mileage, good find. 👍

[@barcrusher]

So stoked mate .So excited to see what you do to it.Mod wise

[@ianparsons8894]

Stick with skinny tyres for the Troopy. They look perfect with tall, skinny tyres (225/95R16 or 255/85R16). No need for huge, wide tyres for an overland and tourer vehicle build like this. Just adds unnecessary weight and leads to extra stress on components.

[@13378389]

Can’t wait to see this thing evolve !!

[@brendanrust9275]

Well done Ronny! Best thing you have done in a long while, was worried when you started that hilux. Can’t go past a 70 series !

[@stevesmith3556]

I really like those. Soooo much you can do to it. Have fun! 🤠

[@bernieclapcott9749]

I’m addition to those first mods, you’ll need to put a decent drivers seat in it. I recommend a Recaro. Your back will thank you!!

[@GaryDasha]

The future of the channel is looking awesome! So cool Ronny, great choice

[@GCTO239]

Yeah, finally. The 78 is my alltime favourite. I love my GRJ 78. Regards from Germany..

[@joshuamclean6564]

Do you have any opinions on Toms or Maltec Troppies? I would love to visit Germany just to go to the 4x4 show you guys have and check out the Troopy builds.

[@MEOxley23]

Trips to USA and Asia - bring it on !

[@bossybill7437]

For me, a Troopy is a Live-in Vehicle with a *_minimalist theme._* That means, rip out all the seats bar the driver's, install a single bed behind the driver (storage underneath), solar, fridge, 100 lt. water + pump for showers, light-weight shelving/cupboards, insect screens and light block-out on windows. Definitely NO roof conversions (maybe a rear passenger door). Passenger side awning for living and cooking area. Fridge and cooking, plus entry to sleeping area via passenger side door. Roof-racks only for solar panel and expeditionary/occasional gear. Lights, diff-locks, etc... (Minimalist is probably not suitable for any KZbinr who needs to sell gear... an observation, not criticism.)

[@jdenmark1287]

You are way too excited, but good to see you got a vehicle you are passionate about. And it is way better than the hilux.

[@paulcrawford6111]

I just bought one too, in South Africa - straight 6 4.2. my head is mush with all the ideas.

[@matoko123]

I've got a South African, Jo'burg - straight 6 4.2. Also 2 years ago. Got it to Bulgaria and am still trying to register it, not allowed with RHD's from outside the EU :( Still working on greasing the right palms, hopefully this month :) Can still use it in the grey area with a couple of dodgy documents :)

[@skinnytroopy]

My suggestion. Get a good rtt (roof top tent) like the Autohome or James Baroud. Clam shell type are super easy. Get a built on ladder. And that’s the start of it. Everyone goes the roof conversion but I don’t see the attraction. I could never cut her up. And of course, the maxx traks table. Go Ronnie

[@OnCountryWithMick]

Well I can respect your choice here. I do quite like the Troopy and really look forward to seeing what you do with it. As for the "Feeling" you vehicle part, I know exactly what you mean. There is a connection between a driver and their vehicle that many would never understand, A point where you hear a sound or feel a slight vibration and know that is not normal. That vehicle feels like an extension of yourself and that is exactly how I feel with my Pajero. I would love to see it turned into a mobile home sort of rig with a bed and everything in the back. Ive done that with my Pajero and absolutely love it. So simple and easy when out on trips but with the Troopy you have so many options and so much space to work with so I am excited to see what you do.