THE "DUAL CAB 200" SERIES LANDCRUISER - AN ULTIMATE 4X4 TOURING WEAPON! Episode 1of the build series

[@gebi4pejo1]

You have worked your ways thru, from simple to what you really want now, and suits you as all those kids are getting bigger and need a bit more room and can now go fishing with dad. Congratulations, travel safe..

[@TripInAVan]

Sandra Watkins cheers mate

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

Im only 1 major lotto win away from getting one like this. Stay safe. Cheers Steve

[@TripInAVan]

Mudduck's 4wd Touring good luck with the next ticket bud😎

[@stefanmokrzecki16]

Justin and Bec, we love your videos and the new rig looks just the ticket for your family to continue living life on the road. Our last big trip was in 2012/2013 with a Patrol and Oz tent. That set up worked for the two of us, as we wanted to do tracks such as the Simpson Desert. We were away for 10 months and travelled 42,000 k's. The previous time that I did the Simpson was in a Lada Niva, a vehicle that took me all over Oz and never let me down. Stay safe.

[@mauricebeltcher8764]

11:40 that was funny 🤣

[@TripInAVan]

Good times

[@travisparcsi4267]

Congrats on the new rug. Enjoy hitting the road in it.

[@TripInAVan]

Travis Parcsi thanks mate

[@petercollins939]

Hey Justin even though i don't own a 4WD i like watching these sought of Episodes with you & your young family.So interesting. Can't wait to see the rest of the build & the next lot of touring.

[@TripInAVan]

Peter Collins cheers mate

[@TeknacoolMarketing]

Justin...you da man bro. 1) Because you love and look after your wife. That I believe is the key to your success. 2) You guide, guard and govern your family. You’re a great dad and Bec is a phenomenal mother. 3) You are great ambassadors of this great nation of Australia 4) You inspire and teach others who dare to believe. 5) Love the project management way you have planned the build. 6) And the best is yet to come. 7) Just so that you and your family know ... I have been praying for you all. Here’s my why. Because I can ... and I do. Bless you always 🙏👍😎😆😃🎶👌🤙

[@TripInAVan]

Chris Tutauha thankyou so much mate👍

[@billroach2393]

You can raise the GVM and GCM etc...but underneath it's still a 200 Series cruiser. Personally I wouldn't like to be towing 4,500kg caravan with that vehicle. My personal limit for a trailer is to be no more than 80% of the GVM of the tow vehicle. I'll stick with my Single Rear Wheel Silverado 3500 thanks anyway... Payload of around 1,800kg (GVM 5,171kg) and GCM is over 11,000kg (but that is if it's being used for 5th wheeler) . My Bushtracker is only 3,500kg, so is well within the capacity. It goes like stink and has fuel economy that would make Landcruiser owners weep blood!! hahaha. It's all decked out with full canopy (not the type you bolt onto the tub). Anyway, good luck with it and looking forward to seeing what the rest of the build shows us.

[@TripInAVan]

Bill Roach good stuff mate! 🤙

[@nathangarlick1]

Bloody exciting mate cheers

[@michaelschick5351]

Wow these vids coming are going to be great, well we know now what kalub would like to build is a ram FART now that was a killing moment for Justin. Well thank you so much Bec and Justin for bring all these adventure of yours for all is to see.

[@c0v3rmax]

Hey guys - so awesome watching your videos and the extra ones throughout lock down here in NZ - hope we can get back to caravaning Aussie very soon! Please dont keep us hanging too long with the new 200 Series Landcruiser update / build as its been 4 days all ready and have bee sitting by computer waiting for the next video all day every day!!! :)))))))

[@TripInAVan]

Darren Stewart oh sorry man. Very soon.

[@Antons19891]

Hi Justin & Bec, hope all is good for you guys, we are still hanging around SA at the moment, changed to a lovely spot at 8 mile creek, down on the southern coast waiting for border closures to change. Caught up with a guy at Robe a few weeks back (he was visiting the area) with a Norweld biult 200 series stretched 600mm, looked intruiging so I waited for him to check it out, he also follows you guys and says that they are a great set up. Hope this set up works well for you guys, enjoy your travels and hope to catch up one day.

[@TripInAVan]

Anton Noles cheers mate

[@bjp107]

Terrific video, really well put together, good questions. Looking forward to the rest.

[@TripInAVan]

Brad Parker thanks mate

[@terrysmith1307]

Justin the rig from what we have seen so far looks awesome many years of trouble free touring to come

[@TripInAVan]

Terry Smith cheers mate

[@pauldemarco3370]

Hi Justin and Bec, Its great to see the new rig. Looks awesome, I also own a 200 series and love how the vehicle tells the van what to do and not the other way around. You'll love the car, comfort, power, reliability, enjoy the new ride. One other problem with the RAM is by the time you do the mods required to the RAM to get enough GVM you will require a truck license to drive it legally. All the best look forward to the next vid, Thanks

[@TripInAVan]

Paul Demarco I’m with ya👍

[@rockbiterhd]

The landcruiser option is the best outback tracks are made by cruisers wheelbase and the yank vehicles wheelbase is wider which plays havoc on wheelbearings.

[@TripInAVan]

Rockbiter Hd agree💪

[@philcaruana7152]

Hi Justin,great rig,looking forward to the upcoming vids.Love the out takes.maybe throw in a few at the end of your episodes .keep up the great work. You and your family have a lot more fans than you estimate .

[@TripInAVan]

Phil Caruana cheers mate

[@grantwells6189]

Well done Justin looks great. Just read through other comments. Geez some people + you don’t need to tell anyone what the cost is. If they are really interested they would have a good ball park or make enquires. Enjoy keep going.

[@TripInAVan]

Grant Wells thanks mate👍

[@LdLehmannH]

This must have been such a great update for your touring....amazing!! What a great job.....

[@Mr-millen]

Brilliant video and can’t wait to see you back on the road - take care and stay safe ❤️

[@TripInAVan]

Mr P5 cheers

[@ozbound11]

Interesting that the Ram truck was the rig of choice twice in the outtakes but discouraged in the final version ! Love you vids but mate can’t wait for some new trips 👍🏻

[@gravyboatcookingandcamping9930]

Nice rig guys. Looking forward to seeing the build series and your trips once we can all get back on the road.

[@markbithrey3635]

I’m with you Justin only a 200 is going to do the job can’t wait to see this build I’ll be taking notes 👌

[@TripInAVan]

mark bithrey cheers mate

[@domeniccurciarello3105]

Beautiful rig you and bec deserve it as the family is getting bigger good on you looking forward for more vid thanks .i love watching the vid it gives me lots of enjoyment as iam retiring soon and I have being writing down all the spots .thanks again

[@BozSpooner]

Yiew thats wicked!!! the tinny MINT!!! Get some fish

[@BozSpooner]

Damn this guy is a sick builder!!

[@TripInAVan]

bozman69au fish 👌🍺

[@BozSpooner]

@@TripInAVan Fish curry mmmmmmm

[@maxingham9139]

Love the information, I'm a Toyota fan . You guys are sitting on gold chairs!

[@TripInAVan]

Max Ingham cheers

[@jonsey300]

Been hanging for this series thanks guys 👍keep them coming

[@TripInAVan]

Jonsey 300 cheers

[@philfoote829]

#PhilsToyotas brings back memories. about to get Caleb to do my next one Toyota 4 reliability every day of the week I have 3 Hilux is 4 work & a Cruiser my brother had a Lexus my mum has a Corolla my dad has an 80 series our mechanic bills I just servicing good to see you in a Toyota

[@TripInAVan]

phil foote ripper🤙

[@radar_six800]

Can’t wait to see the rest of the series

[@TripInAVan]

Radar _six cheers

[@frankenbeans1967]

Well done mate. With quality and quantity of content you guys put out you’ve definitely earn’t it. May good things come to you and your family.

[@TripInAVan]

franken beans cheers mate, appreciate it

[@stevepierce3509]

Justo, at the 7:39 mark you say why you don't like the Yank Tanks coming into Australia, and I absolutely agree with you hands down.

[@beamstrait9926]

Awesome good on you will be a great machine I’m sure keep up the great work

[@aussiecampingbloke55]

Good on ya Justin! Since I started watching your series you’ve inspired me to get back into touring, so I’ve bought a new ute, (BT) decked the cab/ chassis out, (Norweld) now ½ way though the canopy build, doing it different with a RTT, the good times are on their way! See you and everyone else out and about 🍻

[@TripInAVan]

Ben Cash sounds awesome mate!! Well done

[@craigevans65]

From the little tease u have shown us it looks amazing mate well done u can see it in ur expression how wrapped u are 👍👍

[@TripInAVan]

Craig Evans cheers mate

[@outlawdingo3020]

Finding the right companies who can do this and work around the last shops job is a pain. A business that sorts it all out while adding their own touches and making it work is awsome

[@lukebailey8054]

So glad it’s here!!! Definitely my dream set up too.

[@TripInAVan]

Luke Bailey loving it

[@patrickgunston3094]

can't wait for the rest of the vids!!

[@TripInAVan]

Patrick Gunston cheers mate

[@coadyg]

Can't wait for the build series

[@TripInAVan]

Garry Coady cheers

[@AusJD]

Loved the outake with the subaru noise in the background... the camp setup made it seem like you fellas were out bush haha

[@TripInAVan]

AusJD bbrrraaaaapp😂😂

[@timkirk1169]

Great vid mate! looking forward to hearing about your suspension upgrades. When i take my ranger over corrugations I have the close the window to stop my little one bouncing out! Little upgrade on the cards I think!

[@antonb8422]

Nice rig mate. Have a question you may be able to Answer. Having the GVM upgrade done so you can tow up to 4.5t does this include strengthening the structural integrity of your chassis, drive train, gear box and other critical components that the original manufacturer compliance was to not exceed 3.5t ???

[@parkza]

Great vid guys! Love the bloopers :)

[@TripInAVan]

thethreetourers cheers mate

[@HagarVikin]

Cant wait to see more of the build it be great..I love the fact as family travel around in a confined space you guys are really show a family is well connected and love the zest of life and to travel this beautiful country keep kicking along. This is one of the best KZbin shows and it inspires my family to do what you guys are doing too. I have a couple of questions they are who make the chairs you were sitting on? they look very sturdy for a big guy. What would you do for a build if you had four kids with two adults? I have four little ones from 20 month old twins and 3 and 5 yr old but not sure what to get.. would like to steer away from yank tanks if possible..

[@TripInAVan]

Hagar Vikin you’d have to go a cruiser wagon just for the extra seats mate

[@HagarVikin]

@@TripInAVan cant you still get a 4wd with a front bench seat ? i would like to chop wagon for a small tray. who makes your folding seats been looking for a good set for a big fella to sit in.

[@rockysouthflorida1707]

Congrats on the new TRUCK! Welcome to the YOTA Mafia! Love that the touring concepts bloke called the American Trucks Yank Tanks! LOL OMG that was funny! Due to the Nanny State in the land down under you BLOKES have no idea what a Yank Tank is! Spend a Friday night inn the Southern United States or Dam Crazy Texas and you'll see a some dam crazy yank tanks with dam 42's on the rubber and jacked up so dam high you need a chopped 200 series just to get in the dam truck! Congrats again! Looking forward to seeing the conversion process and the video of you getting it bogged for the first time! LOL! Cheers from the States! o,o

[@TripInAVan]

rocky southflorida 😂😂thanks mate

[@Malc664]

That's a common saying here in Australia. The cars of the 70's were so big we called them Yank Tanks. The pickups are big still.

[@chrisoneill4713]

As much as I love watching your vids, think their absolutely great this one and the next 4 of the tojo build plus maybe some on the other toys will be to die for.

[@bawonnurhidayat7873]

Thats Bloody good mate, i still dreaming 79 dual cab🔥🔥🔥

[@TripInAVan]

Bawon Nurhidayat Yeww 💪

[@willa0704]

Oh Happy Days , bring it on!

[@ryanluck308]

Can’t wait for the next vids mate! 👌🏼🤙🏻

[@TripInAVan]

Ryan Luck cheers

[@gideonlambrechts2113]

Love you Guys

[@emidioubaldi8572]

Love, love, love, love, love. Love my wife too or divorce? Life’s too short. Well done guys. Have been waiting for these vids. Ciao

[@TripInAVan]

Emidio Ubaldi cheers mate

[@greg9000]

awesome rig.what does she weigh before you load her up

[@thepappas5732]

At the end of the day they always go Toyota.

[@AusJD]

@@ianmoone2359 are you ok?

[@tnt__4x4]

Did you say your new Van is 4.5t ATM ?? Bloody Sick looking rig to guys you must be so stoked, keep up the great work 👌👌👍👍

[@TripInAVan]

TNT 068 yeah, which means it can be 4.5tonne overall. We’d be lucky to get it over 4 tonne with our gear though

[@insanedanielc118]

Hey guys, did you consider the 4x4 light trucks at all like Iveco, Isuzu NPS or Fuso Canter? No space or weight issues and not much bigger? Reasons you didn't go with them?

[@TripInAVan]

insanedanielc118 they are a truck and they drive like a truck... and you can’t get a canopy like Norweld fitted to one. 💪

[@mountainconstructions]

That was awesome Justin, you answered every question i had in that one video Looking forward to the series, but the idea of chopping a brand 200 horrifies me

[@TripInAVan]

Hugh Jazz 😂😂cheers man

[@michaelbertram1994]

Excited for this series! Been missing the usual ones

[@TripInAVan]

Michael Bertram cheers mate, we are missing the road

[@danh3065]

Nice guys

[@snoordman04]

Awesome video mate and congrats on the beauty of a car!🤙

[@timfreeman2603]

Had 2x 200’s and can’t get around to chopping one. Have fun!

[@philfoote829]

Want you do it you will never look back eat rams for breakfast

[@raiman432]

Too much weight for me, don’t go on a beach with that weight, the transmission is suffering just towing that unless you had it upgraded as well, hope it goes well for you love your vids.

[@pauljbusby]

Nah just drop it down a gear or 2 and keep the Converter locked

[@mariomanestar4804]

We all have our preference, good one. Waiting for road test.

[@glenod]

As a modified 200 series owner who has done QLD and WA trips towing a van.... you have no idea on how much different this will be... and you may ask why you didnt do it earlier :)

[@TripInAVan]

Gleno D I’m already realising that, love it🥰

[@glenod]

@@TripInAVan I bet hahah... mines not chopped but remapped and luk etc... its set up for what i need. ( can see it on some of my chan vids if youre ever bored ) Thats the thing, set it up for what you want, not everyone else. :) look forward to more on this build. Glen.

[@Edward-gf2qk]

Gratz. looks great

[@bigals.ktms.9937]

Good work

[@TONYCOOLSFISHING4X4TOURING]

Nice & I have a 6 Wheeler BT50 with a GVM 4490. Mate lets swap.Keep well & safe.

[@zoezoe610]

Great upgrade for you all, enjoy........

[@marcelovalenteramos4433]

That's epic guys!!! Can't wait to watch the next episodes!! quick question: Did you installed airbag man plus the new suspension ? whats the go with the air bags putting too much pressure in the chassis in a point that it could bend it ? Cheers amigos!

[@TripInAVan]

Marcelo Valente Ramos Airbag’s in the rear coils. No chance of bending the new chassis in this thing

[@EveArtie]

This is torture hahaha I'm currently with my minivan and swag. My daughter doesn't know any better but I'm saving for a nicer rig.. hahaha not as nice as yours. Amazing Justin and Bec and kids. Amazing adventures you're having 😎😎🤗

[@benhamilton1360]

Can’t wait to see the rig!

[@laddventures6823]

Love it mate, such a weapon of a tourer

[@TripInAVan]

Ladditude 27 cheers mate

[@william6815]

My ultimate tourer is just a normal dual cab 79 with obviously a snorkel bullbar winch lights and a fridge in the back no need for lift as it can fit 35s stock don’t need 35k coil conversion 35k portals 30k canopy ect just a swag and a awning 🤙

[@TripInAVan]

Wilbur perfect for ya mate👍

[@ranimutton907]

hahahaha love u guys u r sooo cool and awesome

[@TripInAVan]

thanks champ

[@venturingfour]

Great first vid Justin! Seriously looking forward to the others. Loved the outtakes as well 😂🤣👍

[@TripInAVan]

Venturing Four cheers mate

[@kristineharrower7813]

How did you get to the 4500gvm?

[@TripInAVan]

Kristine Harrower upgraded chassis and engineering

[@gofaroverland7854]

Great video! Keep it up👍

[@TripInAVan]

Go Far Overland cheers

[@Aussie_Damo]

Hell yeah I've been waiting!!! Yew!!

[@TripInAVan]

Aussie Damo cheers

[@geoffgypsy3301]

Looks great, what is the vehicle like to drive with the gvm upgrade,when not loaded. Thanks mate.

[@TripInAVan]

geoff gypsy loves it, drives unreal hey

[@lukebailey8054]

How much bigger is the rear seats for the kids compared to the BT-50?

[@TripInAVan]

Luke Bailey massive mate, so much room

[@thebigw3377]

Onya mate - I’m looking forward to this build series 👍

[@TripInAVan]

The Big W thanks mate

[@vin6455]

Luv it ...im frofin mate Awesome

[@TripInAVan]

cheers mate

[@gregwallace9035]

You have no excuse now... not to tow the new van to Fraser Island with that beastie. 👍

[@howardmiddleton2670]

Looking forward to seeing the build vids, but what's with the long pants must be cold in Qld

[@TripInAVan]

HOWARD MIDDLETON freezing

[@davidbenci3572]

Great stuff. How do you go with insurance on such a modification? Do Toyota still cover all that you have done under existing warranty?

[@TripInAVan]

David Benci club 4x4 insure it.

[@davidbenci3572]

Thanks for the info. Keep up the great videos. Cheers

[@Outbackbogan]

Silverado 2500 ltz.6.6ltr turbo diesel for price and that gear to tow . nice build for toyo enjoy

[@TripInAVan]

Right on

[@zoot74]

What size tinnies are you running

[@TripInAVan]

zoot74 376 makocraft 💪

[@Davidjeng049]

Justin if you put all your fuel, water etc in truck and caravan and go over weigh bridge and tell the weight . Tell all the out come.

[@TripInAVan]

David J Eng already done it. 4494.5kg & 3742.34kg

[@Davidjeng049]

@@TripInAVan Thanks Justin just as long as you are legal . It's handy to know and show your ticket if pulled up.

[@dazr123]

Justin great series mate ,l cannot see where you explain what happened to cause the engine failure in the old rig ,can you give us a run down or link to the video it is in . On these chop jobs can they make the rear passenger section bigger for more leg room etc for passenger comfort & are you going to upgrade seating etc ?Also are you upgrading suspension,Diff lockers etc ?Hope all your tribe & everyone else's stays safe & happy thru this SNAFU.

[@nicholasmcclellan5117]

Been waiting so long for this

[@Lee-in-oz]

The only 2 things I would change are to make it a lift of canopy and a james baroud style roof top tent - i dont fish so have no need for boat. This is my ultimate rig.

[@TripInAVan]

Lee sweet

[@mick_1949]

"Nice rig" I'm sure this one's gunna get you a lot more family "happiness". 👍

[@boxheadmr]

Great vid, would it be possiable to cover off a few of the typical questions? What's it like to park in shopping centers, what's it like to drive around town when not towing. The reason i ask is I suspect it is not too bad at all but you always have ppl comment about it. Is it possiable to show the difference in towing "feel" ? Not sure how but i would think that towing with a well designed rig would be much better than the normal dual cab ute etc.

[@TripInAVan]

Matt Robinson we can definitely try and add that info in! Bec has been driving it and parking at shops all good👌

[@graemecooper4100]

Did you look at 6 wheelers in Toowoomba. I think thats the way i would go. Normal dual cab with 4.5 towing and 8 t gvm. You could build x2 chop cruisers for that. Your will be awesome but the cost would put me off. Will be interesting to see the final cost in the later videos. Must be wall north of 150k.

[@lastknownlocation8760]

Graeme Cooper 8 tonne GVM?!

[@graemecooper4100]

Sorry 8t gcm.

[@trevorshaw9249]

Great vid, I’m hoping you tell us how much she costs in the end.

[@TripInAVan]

Will do!

[@pen1910]

@@TripInAVan …… hope you do, would like to know your thoughts on transmission … not the best in my opinion …. wants to change down 1 to 2 gears absolutely unneccessarily

[@stephengreene3657]

Would ya stop it mate, looks awesome! I want one now!!

[@TripInAVan]

Stephen Greene 👍

[@bluedog1052]

Been looking forward to this series and can't wait to see your detailed walkthrough of the final product. Are you doing a build series on the van too? Btw it's getting cold in Melbourne and it's times like these I wish I was still posted to Darwin or Townsville lol.

[@TripInAVan]

Nick Acton cheers mate, no build series on the van, but definitely a walkaround vid

[@camfromthedoo2376]

Beautiful 👍👍👏👏👏👏🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@TripInAVan]

Cam From the Doo thanks mate👌

[@pen1910]

Here I am thinking my bank manager was pretty good with non intrusive surgery to remove my soul for my 2019 200 series ….. what do I know???? ….. a wee bit jealous and probably gonna be a lot worse as these vids progress ….. I did similar, sold house brought and built a damn good 79 series with a 10yr travel plan, unfortunately only got 3yrs in and circumstances changed ….. no regrets tho

[@jorobson1]

Hi Jason, after running the cruiser now for a while and having a diff and wheel bearing failures what would you upgrade if you were to build the Ute again?

[@chrisbehn4116]

Nice rig. Did you consider Patriot Campers?

[@TripInAVan]

Chris Behn nah, gotta have a Norweld canopy mate, they are next level 💪

[@markssmallengines3542]

I love your set up, shes an awesome rig mate 👍 Was there any upgrades on the trans like a bigger cooler to accommodate the extra power from the tune and GVM? It would be a shame an costly of you burnt it out on a sandy track if you head deep inland. Maybe all the upgrade tech is in the next video haha, take care Steve.

[@TripInAVan]

Steven Guthrie info to come 👌

[@4xExploringAustralia]

I have a question more so about how do you guys afford everything?

[@TripInAVan]

4xExploring Australia work, save, spend. How do you afford a house?

[@4xExploringAustralia]

@@TripInAVan i dont haha we rent How do you find it with the kids for schooling? Also that new truck looks fantastic, hope ypus enjpy every minute of it.

[@trigger3178]

I’m intrigued to know how you’ve been able to work over the last 4-5 years to be able to not only afford what you do day to day but also the new rig & van... I’m sure your going to get asked this a lot over this mini series! If it’s not too intrusive, it would be great info for anyone looking at following in your footsteps 👍 love the vids mate, hope they don’t stop anytime soon!!!

[@Malc664]

@@trigger3178 Justin has said in the past he worked on the mines. That's why he wasn't interested in seeing the super pit in Kalgoorlie. He obviously worked hard in the mining industry, did his time and saved a lot, as the mines pay well and more if you have a trade there. Probably enough to cover the expenses. Plus god knows if they have investments or whatever, but some people are private about their finances so we can only guess.