Shakedown for the Land Cruiser & Incredible Overland Events [S4E25]

I was able to capture a bit of our crazy marathon runs from Expo to Expo during these past few weeks to show you a bit of the "behind the scenes" travels. We definitely pushed the Land Cruiser to its limits and found some weak points to address in the next upgrade phase.
We also say a tearful goodbye to our old Turtleback and hello to a new addition to the fleet!
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[@escalade78]

I'm sure parting with the original Turtleback was bittersweet! The KZbin Overlanding channels convinced me to buy a Gazelle tent, Gazebo, Shower Enclosure, etc. I hope to Overland when I retire from a Park Police Officer job & all you folks on KZbin have been my inspiration. My dream purchase is a Patriot X-3 & a Jeep or Tacoma. Safe Travels Ya'll. Wish I had known you were passing through Kansas, I bet you were within 4 miles of my house when you travelled I-70. Looking forward to more of your adventures!

[@grizzbuck]

Same here, Dave. They passed within 2 miles of my place in Kansas off I-70 near The Legends. Sure would have enjoyed just seeing them pass through.

[@escalade78]

@@grizzbuck Thats cool. I am in Topeka area.

[@imanutnur7]

Been with you since your first trip to Alaska. My wife was the first one to watch you and now I am a widower and love seeing your videos.

[@woodlanddogs782]

It's really interesting to see the challenges along the road as well as the highlights. Thanks for taking us along on the trip!

[@LoneStarSwirl]

LOVE your explanation of overlanding. If anyone wants to know how to get out and explore for the least amount of money possible, we are definitely your people.

[@robertgray5283]

How funny... I was the Gray Ford suv with trailer pulled of the side of the road in this video @ 31min & 32 secs. I suffered a blown heater hose. I did come buy your both and said hello when we finally made it to Expo West.

[@erictammy1977]

I feel like a kid at summer camp saying bye to a good friend that I only see once a year every time your video ends. Love the new ride. Keeping my eyes open for it here in East TN. Should check out the ocoee river area while your here. Safe travels.

[@kevinbenjamin463]

It was awesome to meet you guys at Overland East on Saturday Afternoon, Thank you for taking the time to come to these events and meet us. Your adventures and have been so motivating to me over the last couple years. We can't wait to take are 2020 Toyota SR5 4 Runner and our Teardrop trailer to Alaska in Summer 2022. Thank you again for inspiring us to take this adventure and keep up the GREAT VIDEOS!!

[@adventureoutline]

I appreciate all of your hard work. Hope to see you all on the trail some day. Thanks again.

[@cecilvinson1213]

Love the way your raising your daughter.

[@Photojeeper]

Great video! My YJ had vapor locking issues after replacing my engine head. Replaced fuel pump pressure regulator and other sensors, wrapped the fuel rail and still vapor locking. Came to figure out it was the new exhaust down tube that was cooking the fuel. Anyway it was great seeing and talking to you and Sarah at Expo West about the Mojave and other topics. Your TLC was made when I left High School. 😂 Take care and God Bless.

[@johnwrightoverlandingrobotics]

Kevin, I had temp issues with my '66 GMC pickup with a 350 sbc. The three upgrades I did were (1) Aluminum after market radiator rated for 600hp, (2) Fan shroud, (3) Changed the fan to one with more blades. I think they all helped, but the last one we tried was the simple fan change and no more overheating.

[@ryanwalters8222]

Something to think about a-lot of electric fan set ups are limited in total CFM. Heavy duty vehicles with clutch fans are superior in cooling capacity. I recall clutch fan set ups can be up to 9000 CFM . electric fan I believe get up to 1200 CFM.

[@michaelcarnes2087]

y'all have inspired me to get out and explore this overlanding life. Thank you

[@vishalbhargav3546]

That 40 minutes went by as if, it were 2 mins.. wow.. what an amazing Curation.

[@punkarito1]

Land cruise pretty nice, i really love it. Thanks you for show me know about it. Love yr family.

[@RudixSA]

Your problem is not really the temp of the fuel in the tank, the warm fuel in the tank is the result of the main issue. Your are getting fuel in the high pressure side of the injection system that is getting so hot it vaporizes causing bubbles creating what is known as a "vapor lock". This is a comment issue in aircraft engines. Yes, a fuel cooler will help but that is like treating the effect of the problem not the actual problem. You need to make sure the whole fuel delivery system is isolated as well as you can from heat sources. Insolation around pipes and pumps help. Make sure your exhaust manifold is as far away from any fuel pipes/pumps as possible and insulate it if needed. You get a fiber cloth tape you cab wrap around it that helps a lot. Ceramic coating also helps a lot. The fuel that is "extra" returning to the tank is actually a good thing as the circulating fuel cools down the hot sections in the system.

[@weelzup]

It was great meeting you guys at Expo East. You’re a wonderful family and so generous with your fans. Till next time!

[@jakehackett24]

Great meeting you guys at the expo. You guys have been a big inspiration for my wife and I.

[@johnhakiza9751]

i love your choice of music. Drew Holcomb now my favorite. inspired by your content

[@toddwilliams7]

It was a joy to meet you guys at Expo East. I'm thrilled to see your Eastern adventures.

[@iteotwawkiaiff8948]

I hope you get your fuel system/overheating problems resolved. The Beast is so awesome! Love seeing it on the road/trail. Don’t get discouraged with the issues. You will figure it out!

[@LiDARs]

Iv seen a lot of good comments here on your issues with heat soak. Another I would add is your sucking hot air from your rad right into your engine. Pipe your intake air from outside the engine bay may not 100% fix your issues but it’s a step in the right direction.

[@mikegillespie4212]

Thanks for the adventure, so sorry 'the beast' was problematic. But isn't that part of the adventure. Glad we got to meet you in Falstaff, and even made it into the video a few times. You guys rock. Looking forward to more videos from you, and some adventures of our own. And yes Sarah, Ginger will get to drive as well.

[@Chad_TyrsClutch]

So excited for your Eastern trail vids coming. I'm from NC and my rig is nearing trail ready status. Love you guys channel. Hoping to introduce my new wife to the trail and exploring lifestyle.

[@tfcooks]

I've always worried about a right hand drive vehicle when passing, but now I remember that in an older landcruser you won't be doing much passing.😉😅 Former FJ55 owner here.

[@davidcooper3957]

The best doesn’t have a big enough air intake to support the radiator with the engine swap, I did an engine swap on my jku with a LT1 6.2 and a 10 speed. What I installed was a 2019 Camaro fan on a 2 stage radiator and what is called rail coolers for the engine and transmission. With it being high 90’s pulling a trailer fully loaded up grades, I never had an over heat problem. The simplest thing I think you could start with is moving your big aux lights in front of the grill and installing an engine rail cooler. Best of luck keep up great work.

[@nickedshears]

Nice to see a fellow hoosier (and taco owner) was able to get the trailer

[@OverlandAZ]

Oh man you passed Rudy’s BBQ and went to In-n-Out?! Lol 😁. The highway passes are no joke out here. Especially when it’s 120* out. Always watching the temp gauge in my JKU thermometer 🌡. Sorry we missed you at Expo

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Great seeing the new setup and chatting with you at Expo West! So beautiful!

[@themartiandefender2128]

Look forward to see you use the new trailer, great idea to have a more cost effective option so more people can get them!!

[@steveblankenship5474]

I had FJ40 and most of the guys I knew who put in a V8 also had overheating problems on hills. I have an XJ now which I put in medium size hood louvers, one of them above the fuel rail has a small 8” switched fan which blows the hot air right out. Since Landcrusiers have louvers in the back of the hood perhaps that trick could help. That really is a nice trailer.

[@DavidCGibbs]

Kevin, another great video. Great new video shots of you driving. We blew through Flagstaff in route to Chandler. We unfortunately missed Expo this year. Your Troopy brings back memories of my 40's. But - our 62 series wagon has over 320K on the OD. It doesn't get near the mpg of the 2018 Tacoma TRD gets. Great job on this video and your humor dealing with issues. David

[@J.Young808]

Your adventures with Silver have given me the bug to get a T4R. I am finally getting one for my 45th present to myself. I couldn’t get it on the day like I had planned (10/22), but I will get it Monday. It’s a 2022 OR-P in Lunar Rock. I have come up with Moondance as a name for my 4Runner. I already have SAE Baja’s, black out badge kit, Lunar Rock steering wheel emblem and RSG sliders. I have a Garmin Overlander that I purchased last year and just saw there is a Garmin module I can connect to the Overlander to control lights and accessories. Hope to be able to meet y’all next year.

[@sethelliott3214]

Even though the beast had several issues it’s still freakin awesome! Thank you for traveling all the way to overland east. It was great meeting you guys and seeing the beast in person. My wife and I really enjoy your videos and stories!

[@mikeanderson6219]

I'm glad I got to chat with Sara and see your rigs in person. Hope to see you all out in the wild some day.

[@wcwill84]

Thanks for inspiring us to start overlanding so for has been a great experience! Hope to keep going on many more adventures! Keep the great videos and adventures coming!

[@kayleneflores5081]

It was great to meet you both at Expo Flagstaff. That Phoenix traffic is no joke. You looked worn out and hot 🥵. Love the paint choice.

[@blackpearlvoyager4174]

That early morning in Kansas you guys looked awful. But you don't know how much we appreciate what you sacrifice to inspire some of us to get off the couch and go. I DUCKED the beast in Flagstaff. I know it's a Jeep thing but I just wanted to let you know that this Jeep guy would follow you anywhere and the beast is more than worthy of being DUCKED. Next on the bucket list is Tuktoyaktuk and it's your fault! Cheers!

[@bjones5240]

Great video! You should have a look at Skinny's Cruisers. They sell Air Con units for the 40 series! make the drive alot more refreshing

[@longhorns12557]

A tip for keeping it cool, if your in a time crunch you could take the hood off and get back on the road and run it without the hood. I’ve got Several friends out west that do this during the summers and they say that it helps tremendously.

[@steve_ohhhhhhh]

Great vid guys. So many things happened. Best of luck with the new trailer and fingers crossed you can sort your overheating issues 👍🏻. Cheers 🇦🇺🦘

[@afirebug31]

Great looking troopy!

[@kirkyboy5426]

Best rig ever ❤️

[@darrenwillig1]

Awesome guys yall are welcome here in Texas anytime

[@brianbeck3077]

I love your channel. I am a traveling freak. All your footage is amazing. I am almost about to pay off a 2009 V6, 6spd, Barcelona Red Tacoma. It has 131k on it, also a newer Toyota frame recall(as do the Toyota commercial jumping in the air and sing TOOOYOOOTA). I like that you had the foresight to do and electric fan(s) and the auxiliary switch on the LC. WAAAAY SMART! I'm collecting ideas and data for after my Tacoma is bank owned free. Nice vids. Keep up the good work.

[@rcw93277]

Check for bad radiator cap. Will run fine while moving then overheat when idle or slow if it can’t hold pressure. Happened to me on Jeep Cherokee. Dealer missed it 3 times. I caught it.

[@erichughes9098]

Thank you for sharing your adventure with us great job keep up the great work 😎👍

[@zeesoutdoors65]

I was so sad to see your Turtleback trailor go but I understand change is good.

[@rebekahosgoodadventures7435]

Nice progress. Congrats on the orange trailer! Looking forward to seeing the transformation of the Beast :)

[@LifestyleOverland]

Thanks so much, Rebekah!

[@jaradderosa3252]

What are the chances that when you pull in to set up at Expedition West, Clay Croft would be standing there to receive you? So cool!

[@bobbeach1159]

badass ride my man i would call her beauty

[@RudixSA]

Just another note, I am not sure where your booster fuel pump is located but remember that "pushing" fuel, especially when the fuel is hot, is better than "sucking" is as sucking will cause low pressure resulting in bubbles and the pump cavitating (the high pitched sound). So if you pump is not already right next to the tank move it there or install a second pump right at the tank. I have the second pump at the tank on both my V8, petrol injected SUV's as well as in all my aircraft installations and it makes all the difference! Also make sure your tanks can breath, the pressure in them must stay at normal air pressure else it will effect your fuel delivery system. I have seen in a case like yours where simply slightly opening the fuel cap (not on a full tank!) allows you to drive all day because it equalized pressures.

[@caverdave1966]

Try the GA traverse if you have time. Great trip! Thanks for sharing....

[@mendagy]

Yes!!! We're in the Panhandle-Plains area, not too far from y'all!! There are sooooo many free camping spots; some of them, usually run by the city they're in, even have free hookups!! I know, I know...what's the catch? Well, truth be told, it's NOT very scenic out here; way too flat, dry & dusty. And the wind? Oh, don't get me started on the wind. But yes! Come on over to Texas!

[@peterdiebel7372]

Love that old troopy. What is that engine youve got in it? Back in the 1980s by buddies had 1 fj45 and 2 fj40s , awesome fun we had,. Cheers from B.C. Canada

[@paramount10987]

Awesome video!

[@Wellness-Wealth-Wisdom]

You guys are awesome!

[@LifestyleOverland]

Aw shucks, thanks!

[@juanf.romero9111]

The beast from Down Under, that's awesome machine. Where is the snorkel mate ? It may help the beat to cool down the engine better. All the best.

[@deesalkelly3069]

they make em down here

[@rafaelmarcondesreis]

good video!! congratulation for good job!

[@michaelmckallip5565]

Not sure if this has been previously mentioned but you should really revise your intake as well. Wonder how hot your IAT's are as that is sucking in hot under-hood air? Thinking it would help to get the intake orifice out of the engine compartment to lower your IAT's. This might also exacerbate the overheating experiences and vapor lock. Keep up the great content!

[@glennferrer6349]

Awesome rig 💯🔥😎👌🏽

[@Elric2171]

Love the FJ!!!! 🧔🏾👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@WilbanksUSMC]

That supercharger whine is fantastic. edit: It might be worth your time to look into adding in heat extractor vents in the hood and other spots, but it could take away from the vintage look.

[@jdpst20]

Looking into a TB Trailer for hopefully next summer! I would love something like this as I just don't have the budget for something in the higher price point but want something I can throws my bikes on, store a cooler but later down the road to upgrade to a fridge and water system ext.

[@ferlottes]

Wow, j'ai hâte !!!

[@imranahmad5036]

nice video guys. God bless u lov u 💝💝💝💝

[@jaypikachu6660]

I really wish you put a 2UZ-FE V8 to the Land cruise, it will make more reliable and more valuable, my old coworker had put the 2UZ to his 60 series Land cruise and was posted on the 4x4 Magazine about 20 years ago.

[@topfunnyclips5807]

The same thought bro🤝

[@mattb6543]

Have you thought about switching back to a mechanical radiator fan? Some mechanical fans will outflow a electric fan with higher RPMs, Maybe something to look into.

[@tombrown879]

Love seeing the Beast out of it's cage. not sure what setup you have for the Radiator and fans. but even good electric fans only run around 3-4000 Cfm. a good 7 blade clutch fan and properly built shroud can be upwards of 9-20,000 cfm. that is way the factories still use them on most all of the big 3/4 and bigger trucks meant to haul big loads. Yes they rob some power, but i will take a 30hp loss on a " daily" rig over cooked heads or block any day. just something to think about. Also you could look at duel or triple pass radiators. Remember too don't make the mistake of using a 160 -170 thermostat . use a 185-205f. deg. one. The therm is there to interrupt the flow to give the radiator and fan time to do there job before opening up and letting that cool water back into the engine. then closing again to do it over again. a lower temp term will cycle to fast and not give the system enough time to cool on each cycle. Another thing to look at is the lower Rad hose. if it does not have a spring built into it. sometimes the lower rad hose can collapse impeding flow thru the water pump. A high flow water pump will always be better. a higher psi rating on the rad cap will increase the boiling point of the fluid. also the mix of antifreeze to water can have some effect on this too. I hope some or all of this helps you, or someone else with there build. hope you get it figured out. we need to see many LONG journeys of the BEAST. Tom B. O. B. 23959

[@deesalkelly3069]

spot on Tom - wish I could have explained that - dont like Thermos

[@stevetritle2101]

My YJ is great fun, but I don’t think I can trust it for any overlanding or travel. I hate to say it, but the old rigs, even restored, are too much trouble for overlanding, unless your carry a workshop with you! Great video and rig though! Your videos are a great escape for me. Thanks for making them.

[@riznanalfarezel1942]

I think put relief valve on the tank for release vapors pressure will great.

[@davidwagner3698]

May I put in my two cents on the overheating issue? Thank you. The radiator seems to be sufficiently large and the fans adequate for idling and slow speed. Air flow through the radiator in the proper direction, increasing with speed is critical to cooling. The problem is that the positive pressure under the vehicle and consequently on the back side of the radiator builds as vehicle speed increases and shuts off the flow of air through the radiator. Enclosing an engine driven fan in a shroud would be a solution as well as an air-dam or spoiler\cover under the vehicle to keep the air pressure under the front bumper from increasing the pressure behind the radiator.

[@rsvrider16]

If you are around greer,sc i would happily let you all come by the house and stay as long as needed

[@jimself8214]

Ever think of a fan shroud? I think that would help.

[@leemellors3843]

Have you had the timing checked on the motor? that could be the cause of your over heating problem. Love the video!

[@Tanner731]

90s LT1 problems :/ not sure what fans you got on there but 90s ford tarus (or volvo) e-fans are some of the best e-fans you can get. might try moving the ones you have to be pushers and run a mechanical fan or another e-fan

[@OutandAboutWithDiane]

Ah, I think we all know the shakedown feeling and those little moments of disappointment when it's not 100% ready but you handled yourself well. I swear I cry every time, something happens to my rig (it's often too). Caroline is getting so big! That last clip, she looked like a little lady.

[@run-cnc]

damn, i love that land cruiser. love the new color, and cant wait to keep watching it progress :D is there a reason you don't cross your trailer chains? ive always been taught to cross them so they cradle the hitch if it where to ever to come loose.

[@easttennessee6096]

noticed the small chain links; had mine to break away when hit a bump in the highway; trailer, etc. detached from my truck and flew all over the interstate :(

[@jasonwright131]

I would look at a fan with more blades first to see if that helps your heating issue.

[@overlandtowater]

Clay came over quick...LOL

[@michaelwigley8856]

The troopy needs a Cummins 2.8r motor that would be cool and a lot better fuel mileage. Either way that is an amazing truck to own.

[@JasonYoder]

You literally blew past my house on the way up to Flagstaff. I know exactly where you stopped on the way up.

[@SasukeUchiha-zu6dw]

Have you thought about routing the intake to the front corner and building an intake box for the filter so it isn't sucking in hot air from the engine bay?

[@LifestyleOverland]

Yep, a cooler/higher intake plan is at the top of the list.

[@alanbstard4]

return the car to stock standard. They will last forever with basic care

[@donaldf6923]

Yep 👍🏻 i was thinking the same thing.

[@sanjeevpaul]

maybe an elec aux water pump also so you can circulate the hot coolant out of the block while using the bypass fans . just a thought.

[@mwallace021]

Would love to see you guys hit the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway...

[@nickward8887]

I can just imagine, how exhausted you guys must have been, trust you had some down time with the family.....

[@DriftaholiC]

Untwist that seatbelt between the retractor and the block, it could bind in an emergency.

[@goocyokypaaiko6415]

お疲れ様です １年前の映像でしたね、試聴しました 早くアメリカに行って一緒にあそびたいですね

[@TheSicknessOBS]

Love the rig build, the ram jet GM350 is a good engine but I know for the money you spent on that thing you would’ve been off way better with newer GM LS 6.0, would’ve been a cheaper engine build with better gas mileage, power and reliability

[@turbojunki]

The hot air getting pulled in by the air filter is also an issue. Hot air hot fuel, bad combo. Shake down runs are always an “adventure” on their own.

[@nate4036]

I’d consider a clutch fan with an auxiliary e-fan. Clutch fans out perform e-fans. With an electric on a thermostat switch and a rocker switch..... you’d be good. You absolutely positive you got the air out of it? Positive your water pump is flowing and t-stat is opening? Even new parts can be faulty

[@nate4036]

Also, have you checked timing? Lean and too advanced timing can cause heat problems.

[@muhnovyanmotorad7291]

Waiting

[@erich1880]

Hello! 🍁🇨🇦 The truck is looking fab! Is that a tent trailer?

[@jeffbrown1776]

Have you all ever run into grizzlies? What precautions do you take to protect yourself and your family?

[@Fei8lo]

Here I thought vapor lock was a thing of the past. A modern diesel swap would have been a cool option but at the moment v8 have parts that are easier to come by in a pinch.

[@bwildjournals]

Peace! ✌

[@mr.sealandtv3024]

👍

[@campbowie22]

Maybe because im newer into overland but what bigger screen do you have going on and app with what service?

[@bajasoobnut]

With the overheating issues it sounds like time to upgrade the radiator to a 4 or even 6 row rad

[@user-qe9rw4ne9n]

And a fan shroud to funnel air

[@jameshicks4138]

That little trailer is still about 17,000 I’ll have to keep looking

[@LifestyleOverland]

They haven't updated the website yet. This one is less. Give them a call 👍

[@carmas54]

whatever happened to the motorhome and everything surrounding it?

[@huf67]

How does your rearview camera do at night ??

[@LifestyleOverland]

Surprisingly well!

[@huf67]

@@LifestyleOverland ... Anything similar to a regular mirror ?? I've gone thru 2 other systems and either the night view was washed out from headlights and such or just really dark(even with the ir lights)