The Best Offroad Trail In North America! Unstoppable Land Cruiser 80 Build Episode 8

This Land Cruiser has proven to be a tank. It was the only build during the Onx Challenge that didn't need a welder during the week. The most powerful, the most well rounded... but is it the most reliable? I want to push it REALLY HARD through 4 days on Americas most legendary trails to find out. Anyone can trailer a rock crawler for a day trip. But what about living out of your rig on the trails for 4 days? Fixing other people? Bad Weather? Water crossings? Altitude? BEARS?!
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[@snicklefritzd3612]

Your content and production quality have been so good for so long, that long time viewers are spoiled.

[@JohnAnderson-ut6bs]

Consistently the best off road content in the game

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol thanks man

[@Stompdown98]

28:24

[@Tippyb97]

Production quality of his videos are far better than channels much much larger than his. That is fact.

[@harrywalker968]

@@DirtLifestyle well.... if it was a ford,, it,d be stamped everywhere.. but, being gm, or lassale,, did they stamp there cars,, or too ashamed.??.. ford guy, obvoiusly..

[@tictaxy]

The Videography and story telling of your videos is some of the finest in the off roader/builder content community, and I Really appreciate it.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you 🙌. Taking the time to deliver such high praise means a lot. We are lucky to have folks like you watching the videos.

[@anthonyraines5951]

You have always maintained the position of "Take care of the trail, pack out more than you packed in, help out our brothers and sisters on the trail" mentality and you build videos are always detailed and make me feel like I could do that too! Which is why you are my Go-To, my favorite Off Roading channel. Keep up the good work brother!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you very much 🙌

[@magic8ball88]

Your channel is so much better than OnX. Watched one video from the series on their channel and that was plenty for me. Keep up the fantastic work Nate!

[@carlsjr7975]

Apparently the app is garbage too

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you for the huge compliment 🤘. The software is bad ass BTW. I used onx hunt 5 years before I started KZbin and Onx offroad ever since. Both are great

[@Coolhansolo]

​@carlsjr7975 The app rules. 3 years now using Onx its as important to a winch or shovel to me. I'd be lost without it.

[@Tippyb97]

I think Colt built a rig for UA, Rudy built what Rudy wanted to build, and you built an overland rig. All nice rigs. I would have liked to see better vids of the whole competition, it wasn't filmed very well.

[@Ajme-kb4os]

I feel the same. It didn’t seem like a full fledged series like they wanted it to be over at ONX

[@DirtLifestyle]

Damn. How do I break the image of an overland rig with the cruiser??? I did everything I could with rock crawling styling, the parts, tires and I even took it on one of the hardest trails in the US. If after taking it on Fordyce, you still refer to it as an overlander... it sounds like I did all I could, lol. This is really important feedback. From a parts perspective, I feel like I picked the best truck of the three. But from an image perspective... I must have picked what will always be seen as an overlander. Thank you for the perspective 🙏

[@Tippyb97]

@@DirtLifestyle I believe you plan on doing it with more lift and tons. I understand you were working within the budget they gave you and saved lots of money by using what you had already. A lift would go a long ways i think. You've been to UA before, do you think the LC would do well the way it is? I'm not being a smart a$$ im genuinely asking. Will the "stock" components hold up to the challenge? How difficult would it be to source parts for it if something does break? These are things i was thinking about. UA seems like a harsh challenge for even a well built rig. These are my opinions of course and subject to scrutiny lol.

[@carlosiespinozab]

@@DirtLifestyle probably hard to get the 80S out of the overlander paradigm. It's what it's most used for (at least here in Latin America). And staying low and with that much body it still doesn't FEEL like a rock crawler even though you've proven it's 100% capable.

[@coolonpaper6381]

It's the stigma of what it is. I'd love to see you keep building what is there and not go with tons. See what it will do with what it has. You would have to cut the body up to get it to be called a crawler. Going tons is boring.

[@15jwrangler]

Keep it up Nate! Voted for you on on x everyday. You nailed it, most relatable build!

[@DirtLifestyle]

I really appreciate the support 🙏 can't thank you enough

[@NpackT]

Fellow landcruiser owner here. I have the same type of storage in my tailgate with a sleeping platform. Be careful keeping important recovery gear in there because if you slide backwards into a muddy ditch and can’t open the tailgate from the outside, your sleeping platform will prevent you from opening that from the inside too depending on if it reaches all the way to the tailgate. Sweet rig! Great video as always!

[@KesselRunLX]

I’m excited to see you fall in love with the Land Cruiser. They’re built different -factory supercharger kits exist for these when you decide it needs more😉

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol good to know

[@becomingabetterhuman.2994]

Nah it's a timing chain 2jz go turbo small for quick low rpm spool.

[@mikepresto1]

This was my favorite build in the series by far, and it does seem more approachable for a novice like myself.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you! That's exactly what I was trying to do 🤘

[@beyondthispoint5557]

Taking nothing away from the competition in this series, yours was simply the best. It reminded me of an American version of what the Australians build, and they, in my opinion, know more about building tough go anywhere and live out of it rigs than anyone in the world. As well, the attention to detail this got to make it look “factory” really added to the final product.

[@sethleishman1246]

Nate, I voted for you over and over. Your synopsis about the average off-roading relating to your build is SPOT ON! Doing frame chops and swapping out IFS is not something us normal guys can even relate to or dream of attempting in our garages. Thank you so much for your incredible content!

[@Cleophis1975]

As an owner of the exact LX450, I was disappointed in the competition. I’m so glad you’re creating more content to show just how epic these old 80’s can be.

[@anthonypaules7893]

Colt's was the best rock crawler by far. He's also the best driver however. Yours is best at easy lines by far, and the most comfortable too. Nice build, was really fun to watch!

[@ClipsByMiles]

For me, when it came to the ON X challenge, the other guys built rigs for specialised purposes, while you built a multi-purpose tool. I could never see myself driving the other rigs, while I want to use yours as a template for my own build. And that feels achievable! Thank you for taking that sort of thing into consideration, thank you for your wonderful content, and thank you for your great attitude and approach to everything you engage yourself in. Cheers from Australia!

[@whatcanihavethen]

This is an amazing video. Brings me back to being a kid riding in my dad's purple toyota truck on the Rubicon. Thanks for all you do Nate, it does not go unnoticed

[@chrisx2186]

Great vid Nate! Thanks for filming all of the homies! 👊

[@DirtLifestyle]

It was a blast! What a trip 🙌

[@geekytechycool]

I loved your build during the challenge, and I also loved the Bleepin boys build (it was 90% Colt). I think your rig is the most relatable to the largest audience. Most folks are going to want to build something they can drive everyday because they don't have a way to not to. The Bleepin boys built a rig to do a specific job, and do it well, and they succeeded. It's a more capable truck built in a similar fashion to yours (in a small space with limited tools), and it was built for a bit less money, but it's not going to win any prizes as a daily driver...where you're heavy luxury based SUV will win that battle every day.

[@scottbartlett4853]

Nate, this build is awesome! I think you should add some lift but keep the stock axles. Let it shine as it is! Have a vehicle that can break but if you drive right it doesn't.

[@photovideo215]

I would love to build my Land Rover to the point where I could do this. Great conten!! 👍

[@DirtLifestyle]

Get to work! These trails are epic! I doubt you would look back and say... "did I make my land rover to capable?" 😂

[@tylerbuhite5432]

Nate, these videos are Grammy Gold. Your skills are so underrated. Thank you for all you do.

[@Gorealawarfare]

24:54 I see an axial AX24 😂 I think I remember the day you came to our shop and bought that. Thanks for all the cruiser videos really keeping us inspired out here! PNW!

[@DirtLifestyle]

I have a bunch of these now! What a fun toy! What shop?

[@Gorealawarfare]

@@DirtLifestyle Tukwila HobbyTown!

[@MegaRetr]

I’m excited to see you fall in love with the Land Cruiser.

[@TannerFarrand]

Your thoughts and feelings about the build challenge struck the nail on the head for me. I think your build is the most do-able and approachable and it was so much fun seeing you and Dave hand off the vehicle and throw your own spin at it. This series has been awesome to watch from your perspective.

[@taylormade710]

I was truly impressed with your truck build and how stock your truck is, the minimal upgrades

[@up2top]

You really know your wheeling and your vehicles. You have a seriously high credibility factor - probably more so than nearly anyone else on this platform. Thanks for doing projects like this and for creating good content around the adventures you take with what you build.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you 🙌. That's a giant compliment

[@johnheadley7650]

@@DirtLifestyle well deserved, you think outside the box!

[@benjaminott8679]

@dirtlifestyle what under armor are you running in your 80? I have a 96 and am curious what you have to protect the drive line, transfer case and tranny. Thanks!

[@BH-cy4vm]

Your passion for this hobbie,quality of filmography, breakdown of build,building tips,professionalism and most of all family,freind,and stranger care is why i watch you sir. Thank you so much for sharing your lifestyle nate

[@misterrc51]

Nate 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸 haven’t been to the Rubicon trail for over 20 years, looks like you had fun times there.🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@DirtLifestyle]

One of my favorites for sure. Such a great place 🤘

[@misterrc51]

@@DirtLifestyle yes 👍 also the Sierra trek trail one of my favorite places to go.👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@davidchappelle6480]

❤👍 Thanks For The Ride !!

[@darrylbarger3795]

You nailed it!

[@josephbriggs3920]

Great content Nate. Thanks for being the positive influence that you are

[@leemen]

Awesome trail footage. Loved all 47 minutes of it.

[@guyderagisch4964]

Cool to see rigs, other than jeeps and buggies on the trail. Nate has low key joined the darkside with two Toyotas.

[@JEEP-N-DIRT]

Yes. You nailed it!!

[@johnwhite7680]

You are awesome. Keeping doing what you are doing. I really appreciate your videos!

[@TheStoryTillNow]

Throwing this up on the big screen right now 👍🏻

[@mejkkg]

You're such a good dude to help Richard out. I wouldn't expect anything less from you. The world needs more people like you. I know it' just comes natural to you. You're a good example of how we all should be though. Keep up the good work man!

[@jaredgreen502]

So awesome you took this out and found how well it performs

[@dboverland8457]

Thanks Nate!

[@MattFaatimaK]

the way you explain these vids is amazing brother

[@BrokeHatchetRanch]

Love the longer format videos. Thanks for sharing the snow on the islands.

[@Art-si7cj]

can't wait to see this trail when you finish the build.

[@user-le4pv4rd3u]

I look forward to every demonstration, educational videos and the just amazing fun

[@randallharris3667]

cool story about Cadillac hill, thanks for doing the research.

[@Solvefunction]

So cool to see that this Rig was able to go through fordyce! Awesome work, Its on the short list of trails to go through

[@jantzensteves]

Dang! What an awesome set of rigs and a most amazing campsite! This one was one of my favorites

[@Clarkyson]

Really stoked this came up on recommended. What a fun trip!

[@DirtLifestyle]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment 🤘

[@Shaboynga]

Another stellar vid, man. Great job.

[@robbergstrom943]

Love the build. You got my vote.

[@thelonewrangler1008]

You have some of the best true overlanding videos out there

[@baileylittle5170]

One of your best videos! Really enjoyed this one! Definitely a rowdy time on the trails

[@tristanmachado3807]

I absolutely love your content. The videos just feel real. They aren't like a movie. Just good old-fashioned wheeling.

[@dezfan]

Super impressed with the LC! Would love to build something similar! 😎

[@jasonthompson1054]

Perfect content. I appreciate the stats on the vehicles including the tire pressure. Keep the FJ content coming!

[@ben2687]

Fantastic. Your commentary at 30:00 was hilarious. I love the honesty man. Don't lose that.

[@jaybjornbjornintheusa3039]

Great video! I love my lx450 and enjoy watching yours kill it!

[@overlandmydeadbody]

Can’t wait to see where this build goes. You’re def inspiring me to buy a welder and get after my 80!

[@bearfootadventures7866]

Great video! Thanks for helping Richard out! We hiked back out there a few days later and managed to complete the repair on his Jeep and spot him back out to loon lake without any problems!

[@wontontacoadventures]

As a fellow KZbinr…. It was good to see you documenting two of my favorite local trails here in Northern California. Hopefully one day I’ll get the pleasure to finally meet and run a trail with you. Outstanding job with the video and thanks again for bringing us along. 🤙

[@robbuckley3159]

You got my vote, and I want one of those 97's.

[@lanemichaelmcconnell-hand1472]

Awesome video. Just enjoy the drive and the views.

[@DirtLifestyle]

It was amazing 👏. I can't wait to go back.

[@epicurusgod]

Badass!! Mad props!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you!

[@chuckieswickedgoodfab]

Great content, the your filming and cinematic work is gotten so good. Also, love the lost and loose rigs, been following for a long time.

[@gwilliams74]

Truly enjoy your videos and your builds 👊

[@mattk6222]

Absolutely love your videos, such great storytelling and videography. You’re a great narrator and great at explaining things. Thanks for all you do

[@jacksohn3209]

Good stuff here Nate. Well done. Thanks for helping me out on the trail Thursday. We repaired the TJ and drove it out on Tuesday.

[@enduropk_ru]

Absolutely epic movie 🍿👍🏽 cheers from Siberia 🍻🍻

[@dgdsn]

Cars look like RC!

[@evintacy7272]

IDE say tough as heck! Man those Toyotas are impressive! 😊

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

You always have good people with you. Keep up with the stewardship, it's worth it! My team does the same. :)

[@vladd5291]

Nate, you’re totally right about inspiring people! You inspired me to buy and work on an ‘89 Toyota pickup!

[@k5hoss]

What an AWESOME vid. The rig is pretty cool & challenging! The whole trip looks like im gonna do it after BLAZER BASH!

[@grs4.169]

Dude can I just say u killed it! By far the best build

[@orangeyeller2027]

What an awesome trip. Definitely looking foward to the “JUST CHEESE IT” shirts lol 🤙✅💵🎥

[@aaronwermers4160]

I love it, that fordyce (may have spelled wrong) is on my list of trails also!

[@dhripper00]

Nate, do some more vids with your son! love the enthusiasm he has.

[@user-ml7cv7mj1e]

Nate, you're AWESOME! You always have something awesome to share, and I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you for sharing, and teaching us very useful information. You are a very smart guy and we all benefit from it. I'm ready for the next video now.

[@frankensteinoffroad9325]

Love to see you and your truck at the king of elb

[@philfoote829]

So good mate from Australia The 80e all ways wins

[@StrugeLabs]

love the videos man! Really inspiring my 80 series build

[@DirtLifestyle]

Glad to hear it! Good luck with the build brother 👊

[@jimmydst]

I am 47 seconds into this video, and cannot wait to watch the rest. Thank you for your continual creation of content

[@DriverInRenton]

Great job Nate!

[@OutdoorAuto]

Loved the Cadillac Deep dive... big fan of the history of really anything.

[@mikemorgan4670]

Awesome episode. Beautiful scenery. My Misses thinks you are he sweetest peach. Thanks

[@stacywright9397]

To be fair out of everyone in the competition your build mattered less than the fact that you and Dave have already been on the adventure. Unlike the other competitors. My opinion Bleepin earned it.

[@kirklynschultz4184]

Fordyce is definately bucket list goals, very nice coverage and stewardship bonus points 👍

[@TheShooter466]

When you 1 ton swap this thing can you stsrt with a fresh axle and not the landrovers old one? I know you want to but it'd would be great for someone watching to see how it can be done without completely pipping tubes out of the housing and such. Love the videos 🤙🤘👍

[@DirtLifestyle]

I totally appreciate where you are coming from, but I'm a regular dude with a budget just like you. I have an axle in my shop that is ready to go (and taking up space), so it would be foolish to spend thousands more on a new axle. The entire process to build this axle is on my channel, so you've got the info, and there are still a bunch of details that will be covered on installation. I hope you understand 🙌

[@Fparrish]

By far the best build of the three. Thanks for yet another epic vid 🤘🏼 from a fellow PNW brother in Canada

[@JStarr-hj4zr]

Definitely like your rig better than the other OnX off road builds and it is practical for the everyday rig builder

[@samiam2714]

The pouring rain we got last weekend was incredible and pleasant. Im glad you didn’t get too badly effected by it.

[@bobjackson7516]

Nate. Dude.... at the end of a weekend, the last thing I do before 'checking out' getting ready for work "Monday", is watching your videos. I can't thank you enough. Every single thing about your videos are absolute spot on. Your inspiration drives me to tweak on my truck. As far as the vote thing, man, I don't get it. I gave up when the other two teams had twice your votes. What the hell is up with that? I dunno, but at the end of the day, your content and your builds are what I need to see. Thank you man. It's a goal to shake your hand someday. To wheel with you would be amazing. I'll cook the tacos. Rock on.

[@conorbriese4796]

Nate, you are a huge inspiration. I love this build and what you have done to offer people a glimpse at the opportunity to build a reasonably priced truck, or just the inspiration to take on the challenge of starting a build. I bought a set of 40" tires and 80 series axles for my 1st gen Tacoma after watching your videos, along with a whole lot of other goods. It's always sad to see the truck in pieces but watching your content never ceases to get me fired up and stoked to keep building. Cheers man!

[@aaronolsen9246]

A group of 6 of us from the Seattle area did those same trails just 2 weeks before you. Great trails for sure!

[@hoeynoey7451]

Fantastic content as always!

[@lukasreyes8935]

Such a badass Land Cruiser

[@BrienWood7.3]

I think you showed what is possible with a well built more capable all around vehicle. And I think it is awesome!! Also another great video!!

[@DavesWheeling]

If you ever do something like this again, I would love to see a nissan you build. They are super underrated. Specifically the R50 Pathfinder. You would make that thing an absolute tank. Love the land cruisers too , but unfortunately all of them are all rotted out here

[@RM_Garage]

This could be cool!

[@thomasleonard9685]

No need to get silly. He needs to get the TJ rollin and the Sami. Has the gladiator - that will need a lot or R&M down the road cuz…. Jeep

[@santanalor9771]

I really enjoyed the 80 series build.

[@stansbruv3169]

Much love bruv!! Thanks for saving one of us old guys. Rather - I should say, thanks for saving another one of us old guys.

[@rolanddelapp9628]

🔥🔥 Fire Nate, great work. And great job everyone, yall nailed it!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thanks you 🙏

[@swimmer6890]

I thought Cole and you did an excellent job building a relatable rig on a budget. Def inspiring. I like the cruisers esp for a family longer trips and such but I really like the s-10 too cause it’s very uncommon and very abundant. Both great rigs just diff strokes for diff folks. I like the wide variety of rigs and projects on your channel….inspires a wide range of abilities with room to grow! Keep it up!