I think I built the Ultimate MTB OVERLANDER (w/Robot Bike Rack)

[@MorganHJackson]

It's kinda nice to see this type of car actually set up and used for real adventure stuff, instead of just going to the shops and taking up parking space. This thing looks useful and cool as.

[@Art-is-craft]

How do you know if the Land Rover that is in the parking lot does not see action. People may surprise us some times.

[@Italliving]

@@Art-is-craft indeed the biggest problem of all is assuming this or that , Terrible way of being if you ask me. Do you want to know then Ask it 🙂 or else keep the question open , don't assume things !!!

[@chadbrandonstreet]

I’ve put over 350k miles on the two LR3’s that I’ve owned. Incredible platform. My current one is a 2008 with 246k miles and I drive from Texas in it on overland trips with fairly gnarly trails all over Colorado every summer. Don’t let the Nervous Nellies rain on your LR parade. Keep ahead of regular maintenance and preventative repairs on major wear items and it will not ever leave you stranded. Get a GAP obd11 tool and as others suggested, the SYA kit from Lucky 8. Great video, great rig, keep it up! #onelifeliveit

[@dipladonic]

I couldn't agree with you more. Over the years I've driven and owned every 4x4 imaginable. For the last 4 years, I've owned both a Disco 3 and 4. I couldn't be happier with them both and can't see me ever parting with either of them.

[@TsavoTouring]

We’re actually considering a Defender and maybe a Discovery at some point for one of our trips. The LR community and heritage is second to none.

[@JohnnyCarly]

Exactly! The LR’s do require more maintenance. The problem is that most people don’t maintain their vehicle well enough and that will sneak up with you on this vehicle. Add to the exorbitant dealer prices ($1,800 for a break job with rotors) and you can start to see why many people complain.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

I always find it amusing the smashing of Land Rovers, they took me all,over in the Falklands, Northern Ireland, Canada, Croatia, Bosnia, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, Canada, USA, Germany and I never broke down once 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ and these were Army Landrovers that had a really tough life 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️👍👍👍👍

[@TheLoamRanger]

There seems to be two types of people: those who have experience owning/driving Land Rovers and love them, and those who have never owned one who shout from the rooftops about how they’re the most unreliable vehicles ever made haha.

[@leangrypoulet7523]

Clearly your MTSgt was better than some of those I cam across!! Joking aside, we had to do a 500km convoy run in Canada and the MT were so worried that my FFR wouldn't make it, they actually sent a recovery truck with us 😂😂😂. But I'm with you, LRs (anything pre 2016 for Defenders, the Disco family up to and including the D4, and the RR up to and including the L322) are great, as long as they're properly maintained. And you understand in advance their faults and niggles. But they can be equally annoying when they do go wrong. Anyway, great vid. Been thinking of an overland/exped spec LR and have trying to decide if I want to fully spec my 2012 DCPU or get a dedicated D4. I think Mrs Angry Poulet would prefer the D4. 🤣

[@mikescudder4621]

But thats the thing.... would you do that trip in a 10 year old modern land rover??

[@edwardfern4359]

Super cool build! I have a 05 lr3 built mid year so has the Jag v8 and not the BMW. I built it up so my son and I can hit the trails. It's a beast off road and doesn't even have the HD package with the rear locker, all traction control. I am a Toyota guy and own a Tundra and a old 4runner but there's something about my LR3 that puts a smile on my face when I'm out on the trails. Most people don't realize how capable and comfortable they are off road!

[@viktorkokoruza4788]

I own preowned 2009 LR3 4.4 for the last 7 years and can’t be happier, love your setup

[@maynivek1364]

Best year of the lr3/4s! I've owned my 09 for 7 years too.

[@viktorkokoruza4788]

@@maynivek1364 using IID tool?

[@clutchwerks7885]

I've been overlanding my LR4 for 4 years now and it is hands down my favorite vehicle that I have ever owned. Yes, they are stupid expensive to work on. I spent 5k to have multiple small oil leaks fixed and I do choose to spend $300 to have my oil changed every time (every 10k miles mind). All that said, I bought mine for 18k 4 years ago and have put 70k on it since (currently at 160k). If you understand the maintenance costs up front it actually comes out pretty even when you figure how cheap you can get into a used one. So all together, vehicle plus maintenance for 70k miles, I am into mine for well under 30k. Try even finding a decent used 4runner in good shape for that...and forget about a jeep. And as a side note, I wheel pretty hard and this thing with the lift and some BFGs, it will go toe to toe with any Jeep in almost any terrain. Plus...at the end of the day, it rides like a Cadillac with the air suspension and weight and is super posh inside. Just make sure you have the timing chain checked out before buying one. If it's over 90k miles and is fine, you're all set. I really do think these things are slept on big time and there just really aren't any real negatives....but we're not gonna talk about the gas mileage. 😬

[@robertjohnston3658]

Jeep gas mileage is also pretty bad, but that is acceptable to Jeep owners and the tech-screwed construction and woeful front end geometry is also acceptable. Mine at 2014 Wrangler caught fire from crap factory wiring harness under the hood- good riddance! Now I own an LR4

[@stephenpark6485]

Great video and amazing build. I see a lot of comments saying “I’ve heard” that these aren’t reliable and maybe that’s just from Land Rovers reputation in general but I have a 2005 LR3 with over 200K miles on it, rode hard in the southwest US camping, biking, over landing and I have absolutely loved it. So much more cabin space than a four runner with better materials inside with a ride quality that is unbeatable with the air suspension. Power distribution to all 4 wheels is better in the LRs than any of the Toyotas in an off road situation, that holds true even now in the new Land Rover models.

[@besomewheredosomething]

I own an '06 LR3 and drove it 230,000 miles before I end up getting rid of it. The transmission and air suspension finally gave out, that said, had I had the money at the time, they could've been repaired and it would've pressed onwards.

[@gadgetphilosophy8290]

I own an LR4. Been great so far. 130k km. Owned since new. Hopefully it’ll stay reliable. Nice compact setup. Great video man. Very entertaining chap. Well edited.

[@TheLoamRanger]

Thanks! It does seem as though the LR4 was "peak Land Rover". They sorted most everything out by the time the LR4 came around, which is great.

[@whoiskenp]

Love the build. Affordable. Functional. Beautiful.

[@Myfavcolorblue]

I agree about the slim line. I purchased it for my LR3. I cant stop buying accessories. I still need that table though.

[@wwgbert]

Extremely well thought out build, very interested to see where you store the mattress and refrigerator, mattress when not in use and refrigerator while your bed is set up. Killer build and like others I wonder what the maintenance is like on the LR4. Looks so comfortable and well researched.

[@mtboverland]

Nice build, love it when people combine mountain biking and off roading.

[@seancompton9386]

Best video I’ve found yet for lr3-4 thanks so much for your time researching these products. Exactly the type of build I was looking to find for inspiration and advice

[@IthacaDon]

Just received the BikeErack for my Jayco Terrain. Building an enclosure around the 4 bike rack to protect the bikes from road grime and improved theft protection. Will post a video when done. Love that table!

[@kalmi0072]

Had an LR3 (Discovery 3) before, used it for overlanding. Loved it. Best offroader I've ever owned. I regret selling it!

[@danielfrattini6001]

Great video with a lot of good stuff shared. You have the talent to convince anyone to choose the equipment on your setup, presenting the intrinsic quality of these items. I also own an LR4 of 2012, that has 320K km on the clock. After she had a crankshaft failure last fall, I was hesitant to rebuild the engine. But I chose to fix it, so she will be back on the road very soon. I live in Romania, where we enjoy the last prime forests of Europe. A great destination for mountain biking, so please free to connect if you wanted to visit this part of the world.

[@shayneunchained7468]

I have a DISCOVERY 3 BEST PURCHASE EVER yet it auto levels stock won't go back on the purchase ever love the car and idextremely well thought out car great platform love the build ONE LIFE LIVE IT

[@Thecolterrgeist]

Sick, we had one but maintenance on them was outrageous, even diy. Now we have a Toyota Sequoia for our family and maintenance and parts are super easy and cheaper. Still love the LR’s tho!

[@DaveHyde]

Great cause raising funds, well done

[@therealgaragegirls]

A tremendous number of amazing overlanding add-ons you've assembled here. Love virtually all of them! 💜

[@Jamesyshreds]

You're the nerds nerd and the peoples nerd. Great video. 🎉

[@TheLoamRanger]

I try

[@fugoogle9757]

Sure James is gettin t ride in that fine rig too..! lucky bleeders!

[@kennysousa5029]

I subscribe to many "overlanding" camping channels and this is by far the best setup I've seen...from a mountain biking channel of all places! Functional, cost effective, just downright cool. The LR4 looks incredible in it's natural habitat. Would love to see a followup video on your ride. Things you like and maybe things you would change. Very cool build dude!

[@JohnBaxendale]

I have a similar vintage L322 with a bunch of Frontrunner kit, secondary battery, solar panels and fridge, loved your idea with the road loft, that's something I don't need, but quite like the idea of :)

[@JohnBaxendale]

I don't have the table yet either but... yeah, they looks awesome :-)

[@torquendirty2186]

Dude can you do a video of your l322? Super keen on seeing one done up

[@dadgarage7966]

Great video. Promoting and extoling the virtues of these vehicles helps keep prices low as well as parts and services low.

[@TheLoamRanger]

Reading sarcasm is difficult online… but I’m gonna say this is probably sarcasm 😄 Don’t worry, nobody listens to me anyways.

[@glyflex]

The landrover range are very capable vehicles and at a used price point that allows for a lot of additional kit. When buying a landrover you’ll have to change your way of thinking. Regular maintenance, a full/ exhaustive knowledge on how it works or doesn’t and carrying a spare everything is a must.

[@Kevin-ex2yb]

What a rig!! Nice build. Looking at the wheels, the rack, and the chairs

[@Dns_Hshlr]

Thanks for this video! I#m now checking the whole web for an LR3-4. Greetings from Germany.

[@mikescudder4621]

Germany? Get a syncro!

[@Dns_Hshlr]

@ Do u know the prices for synchros? 🤣

[@mikescudder4621]

@@Dns_Hshlr Here, they are too expensive. Also too expensive in Germany? Thats a shame. For me they are the ultimate.

[@Dns_Hshlr]

@@mikescudder4621 The Prices are ridiculously high. All Seller thing they sitting on a Gold Nugget 😂. They are Great and maybe the best what VW ever build. A Shame that this era came to an end.

[@mikescudder4621]

@@Dns_Hshlr I've had 3 kombis and currently own a split, and a bug. Would love to add a syncro, but yeah, they might as well be gold!

[@joaotfs353]

One of the best projects I've ever seen. If I had money, that's what I would do, apart from the bike rack because I have no use for it. Congratulations

[@epicroadtripwithpiotrgorski]

Nice setup! What I love the most is the solar panel for sure!!

[@aretools]

Thanks for the inspiration! I can’t say enough good things about these square body models. I have a 2011 with 270,000kms.

[@mzanzi.x]

Thank you, your build is so cool. It validated my overland design for my Jeep wk2 that it can be transformed into a functional overland tourer.

[@christophergribbin3969]

Loved this video. Am a big camper and mountain biker. We have a Fiat Ducato (in NA Dodge RAM Promaster) based Westfalia pop top camper in the UK, where we have a bit less need for off-road capability. But love the set up here. Some very clever ideas. 🤜🏿

[@TrickyD1206]

Nice set up, love an old Disco!!

[@silver2.5]

Interesting to see an American style overlanding build. I love how it is perfectly set up around mountain biking. In Australia, most 'touring' builds (as we call it) have a custom 12V second/house battery system, instead of these newer off the shelf power packs. They'll typically be charged by a DC-DC charger which will pull power from the alternator via the engine battery terminals while the car is running, and optionally solar while it's stopped. Then people run simple 12V USB devices like you have, or pick up 240V (Australian mains power voltage) inverters to run larger appliances. Only thing missing is a fire extinguisher. I'd recommend a bracket that mounts to the front passenger seat bolts, so it's readily accessible in an emergency. And maybe more water storage (a simple gravity fed water tank mounted in dead space could increase your water capacity significantly). You could look into internal storage for the top/just under the roof of the cabin at the rear. Whether it's a cargo net or a rigid interior tray/basket. Might be a nice place to stash lightweight items, like those chairs, clothing, pillows, first aid kits, paper towels, things like that. Makes use of otherwise dead space.

[@TsavoTouring]

I sort of wish Americans would have adopted “touring” from Australia instead of “overlanding”…

[@silver2.5]

​@@TsavoTouringCould not agree more, we got it nailed over here 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺 Although Australian touring builds can snowball into a bit of a $$$ dick swinging contest, I think American overlanding builds are more prone to the 'tacticool' aesthetic, which is often not even that much more useful than normal stuff. Like we get it, molle panels are great guys, but you don't need every accessory to be molle 🤣

[@TsavoTouring]

@@silver2.5 😂

[@Apothe]

Great build and fun video to watch. We have an 2008 LR3. Has been an incredible adventure machine for us. Just has needed general maintenance.

[@johnd830]

Prove the sceptics wrong and put 300,000 miles on this thing! 🇬🇧

[@TheLoamRanger]

Already have about 120,000 miles on it (192,000 km)!

[@robertjohnston3658]

You can’t put 300,000 miles on any car these days without heaps of maintenance and parts replacement!

[@besomewheredosomething]

@@robertjohnston3658 Which is to be expected!? 300,000 miles is an amazing achievement that many old cars cannot even dream of without complete engine and transmission rebuilds etc.

[@steveharris7759]

My daughter lives in Anacortes, Washington State. Her LR3 has 280 000 miles on it. Still looks amazing. And it'd been worked hard by the original owner who put the first 205 000 miles on it.

[@NateRisch]

This is a great looking build! Got a Disco 2 myself and love the old Land Rovers.

[@Jetskir118]

Okay I admit it, when I was shopping for a new bike I chose an IBIS Ripmo because of you, now I don't need another vehicle but you have me wanting all those extras. GREAT video!

[@letsgo_inc]

I rock a Subaru and I see a million of them, Tacomas and 4Runners. This thing is UNIQUE and super sorted.

[@smsmyth]

Fantastic build … thank you for sharing and a great story telling format and flow ! ❤

[@tonisaariniemi544]

Awesome build! 👍 Thanks for pointing out the table underneath the roof rack, I really need one!

[@charlie7921]

Thank you for an amazing video. So interesting. I am very partial to the LR3/LR4. Often tempted to take the dive and buy one. Your video has got me thinking again. Fantastic build. Never seen anything like it . Great work. Keep more videos coming

[@Me.Caramidaru]

AS a crazy trucker saw so much I can bring in my truck, but the one thing THAT I REALLY want is the 12v - charger plugy thing, Looked at the links but either I am blind or it's not there. thanks

[@enrikopalo]

gorgeous LR4 i want one just like that

[@brianmerriman1632]

Having owned a Tacoma and 4runner before my LR4, I would take the LR4 any day of the week over the Toyotas. Yes parts and service are inconvenient and more expensive and I would not recommend a Land Rover to anyone who was not prepared to do preventative maintenance themselves, but it is all worth it in my opinion for a vehicle that looks, drives, and hauls as well as it does. Especially in BC with big mountain highways. It’s also a killer rig for camping inside, something the 4runner simply could not do, especially given all the gear and passengers you haul.

[@Ricardo.parodi]

Jeeez, that is an incredible set up! Congrats mate

[@GrzegorzKa]

Wow this is super professional. Definitely will try some of your ideas. Thanks!

[@BlacqueJacqueShellacque_]

Killer build. I'd still take the Toyota for more reliability and easier to get fixed if it does break. I'm under the impression that over the long term the Toyota is cheaper. The Range Rover does have it beat on coolness though.

[@hebes2001]

Killer build for sure. But yes, my 100 series was only $15k and a platform I feel better about building onto.

[@cf5914]

The LR3 with the 4.4L v8 is actually a VERY reliable vehicle. The LR4... not so much.

[@TheLoamRanger]

This LR4 has been more reliable than the 4Runner that we used to own, so I think it all depends... @@cf5914 I've constantly heard the very opposite about the two V8 engines haha. That's the internet for you I guess. You only see what you want to see 😄

[@TOGALOCK]

A Land Rover will get you to the adventure, while a Land Cruiser will reliably be able to get you home from the adventure.

[@fantasticfox411]

You are dead on correct here. Talking from years of overland experience in Africa. There is a very good reason why 90% of the offroad vehicles in Africa are either Hilux or Land Cruiser. Ability wise these Landies are cool as hell but holy shit they will break on you in worst places. We have a rule here. Sell it before it hits 90k km's. For weekend warrior stuff. No problem. But will I take it to the most remote places on earth and bet my life on it? No bloody way. Just not reliable enough.

[@dadventuretv2538]

Sweet. I modded a 2016 LR4. No problems with it until the air sus compressor went at like 105K miles. Which 100-125K is about their life. Here’s my word of warning to you though- get the larger bump stops from Lucky8. Reason- any fault with the air sus and it will drop to the bump stops. If you have the factory and those oversize tires you will be stuck in your wheel wells. It happened to me, but luckily I was less than 2 miles from home. I was able to limp it home but if I were offroad in the boonies I would have been, well you know. Also, learn where the fuse is for the air sus so you can kill it in high risk scenarios- like water crossings and long distance higher speed washboard roads. Just set it at the level you want then pull fuse. Just dont lose it. LOL. I have a vid on my build and one on taking out the fuse on my channel. Btw- Front Runner stuff is awesome- get their flatware roll if you don’t have it. I’m in a Gladiator now with an Alucab canopy and clamshell RTT. I store my mtb inside 24/7 along with all my riding and bike stuff, offroading stuff, and most of my camping stuff. So I really wanted more room than the LR4 had (in order to store my mtb I had to flip half the backseat down), so when it was time to let it go I wanted a pick up with a 5ft bed that I could also legit wheel. Gladiator was the obvious choice. So far I’m loving it. Makes getting outta town on a Fri after work so easy. Ironically for a family of four an SUV with fold down seats is better bc two can sleep inside, whereas they would have to be young kids to sleep in a 5 ft bed (although there are some solutions where a tent type cover goes over the down tailgate allowing taller people to fit) but for me it’s just myself or my kid and me (mama doesn’t camp) so a 2 person clamshell works great. Plus for me stealth with ability to store everything inside with nothing outside and quick and easy setup were the two keys to my build, so the pick up works better. But I do love your setup. Seems perfectly suited to your needs. I’m eyeing that Oso- my LBS has one in stock with Transmission and Im gonna demo it when I pick up my bike from service. I threw a leg over it round the parking lot when I dropped my bike off and was super impressed. Watched your vids with it which confirmed my initial feelings on it- super easy to maneuver and pop for it’s weight- which given all the heavy build stuff on it- 38 fork, 35 mm internal width rims, DD casing tires etc, isn’t even that bad. You still likin’ it? Any pedal strike issue? I heard some complaints about strikes but it’s the same bb height as my Bronson V3 which I have no problems with cause I’m not an idiot so I don’t know if it’s legit issue or just noobs to mtb who dont know how to time pedal strokes and dont realize that that’s a thing in mtbing. Enjoy the build and see you out there. 🤙

[@TheLoamRanger]

Nice! What's especially cool about the X-Lifter is that is also has a program to bring the vehicle back to stock height if there is a suspension fault. I had to use it once already when I totally drained the LR4 battery during an extended camping trip (before I had the solar hood). Life saver, for sure!

[@kl3vr]

an OBD2 scanner specifically for Land rovers like from Carsoft can clear suspension codes and also get you out of a bind.

[@thetravelingmtber311]

@@TheLoamRanger what size wheel spacers do you have. I have an LR4 with the same rims and 265/65s. They don’t stick out like that. Any rubbing?

[@teancumstephens9935]

@@thetravelingmtber311was wondering the same thing

[@black_decal]

Love this setup, the Tuufant wheels are amazing.

[@locosailor]

Amazing build! It almost make me go and buy one, but the I remember that I own a 2013 Honda Ridgeline and it is as reliable as can be. Every vehicle has its plus and downs. But Im impressed with your build!👏👏👏

[@teweraijanda2994]

Beautiful! .. I am sold on the bike rack! It is the first one I have seen that might be worth the cost of a bike.

[@dieselburner4461]

Be on top of maintenance! Top quality replacement parts . No china parts, THE CORRECT octane fuel (don’t be cheap) Get a Scan gauge 2 or 3 Get a IID Gap scan tool for deep LR3 diagnosing and testing , reprogramming . Get a cheap nice automotive smoke tester. (Yes air leaks , vacuum leaks cause most problems on these .) Proper oil changes and proper oil viscosity . You should be fine

[@flyingclint589]

That is such a sick vehicle/overland build! I want one so bad! Great job!

[@TheLoamRanger]

Thanks!

[@13CODgod]

Sending hopes and prayers for your timing chain 🙏

[@TheLoamRanger]

The timing chain will be fine... it's the tensioner I've gotta worry about haha.

[@dylanm3519]

Is it a timing chain or belt?

[@DylanDoughty-hu4bo]

Dood the bonnet mounted sola system is an absolute must have

[@davidsinclair5253]

Love this! I have a Disco 4 and would love to do something like this with it as my kids get a bit older, but I think all those gadgets would cost more than the actual car!

[@jaceksulek]

OMG loving it. And some gear comes from companies in BC. How coooool! Thanks for awesome video.

[@khai6101]

Sick build. I'll one-up your Helinox chairs with the Nemo Stargazer. They don't pack down quite as small but the recline is an absolute game changer! Jealous of the auto-leveling and your awning, though... I've seen those eBike racks around town (live in N Van) and thought it was just a dumb marketing thing - the motorized action and adaptability is amazing! Keep us updated as to how that rig holds up!

[@imac3505]

Wow!! Awesome! I like the roadloft set up and the table on the roof rack is 🤯🤯 mindblowing!!

[@kl3vr]

Make sure you get those chain tensioners and cooling system done if you havent! Theres a little plastic pipe under the intake manifold of the 5.0L engines that loves to let go 😄 A well maintained LR4 is a beast offroad, and very comfortable and you've shown off some great mods. constructively, I'm not a fan of the wheel poke (do you have spacers?), and I prefer a 270deg freestanding awning like from OVS instead of that contraption. I built a freestanding awning and love how quick it is to set up and most of the time I dont need poles.

[@TheLoamRanger]

X-over pipes: done. Tensioner: TBD haha. Yes I do have 30mm spacers in addition to the generous offset from the TuffAnts. Couldn't help myself!

[@kl3vr]

@@TheLoamRanger well its nice you have the option for the wheel poke. I dont know if you live in the sea to sky or just visit often but in Vancouver you can get pulled over and fined for having rubber past the wheel arches. wicked build though!

[@nasser-ist]

@@TheLoamRangerI asked you about spacers on my comment as well, looks like I got the answer here. With all that load on the rig and your family, I would rethink the spacers. Granted the resulting offset looks cool but it may not be very safe. Use them when not off-raoding I guess. And what @kl3vr said about the fines.

[@braamvaneden6900]

Loved your video and your set up. I'm envious. Well done! You've said one thing that I've said numerous times...well something similar, and that is that I can buy two Discovery 4's (LR4's) for the same price as a used Land Cruiser of the same era... I own a 2012 Discovery 4 V8 with a Frontrunner rack.

[@TheLoamRanger]

That's exactly it!

[@mattmanix5104]

What's funny is that the tracking headlights, 6 disc changer, heated windscreeen, heated rear seats etc, were all available on the 2005 model I have.

[@DNDinitials]

Sick build dude!!!

[@Mrtallguy76]

What an awesome looking truck. Would love to do something along these lines - only have a D2 at the moment though

[@KOL630]

Awesome set up man. The wheels look soooo good. Great taste 😎

[@Campinberto]

awesome build dude! ill definitely be getting that rack for my recently purchased $2k lr3

[@samhklm]

Nice look. Hope you can keep it out of the shop.

[@claytonjessup6163]

Awesome build , that’s what I plan to do with my Bronco sport!

[@MarkRoemers]

Very nice video. Took notes! And then discovered you linked everything in the description. 😂😂😂 Already ordered some stuff!! Thanks. This build is some i would like to own.

[@SamsMotors]

Love the build. One point though, if you're over 8,000 lbs as stated in the video, you're well over the maximum GVW which is 3240kg (7,100lbs).

[@matthewthomphotos]

Feel like I’ve seen you driving this thing around, looks great!

[@huykhoi]

A lot of useful and smart stuff. Especially hood solar panel. Don't know if I can order from Vietnam

[@robgindc1]

Exceptional, innovative, complete build. Enjoy, travel safely. 👍🍻

[@jeremyhill3837]

That solar panel on the hood is amazing! Great use of normally wasted real estate on a car

[@gibbethoskins8621]

Awesome rig, I'd say you pretty much nailed it

[@ausdisco4]

Had my LR4 (Disco 4) for 6 years now and nothing has let me down. I too went for the front runner roof rack system and very much agree with all your comments on the versatility of it all. Upgrade to the Tuffant wheels soon I hope. Great video. 👍🏼

[@TheLoamRanger]

That’s great to hear!

[@SimonRozenberg]

Looks great and will be buying a Front runner setup!

[@maxloibl6578]

This wants me to buy one and build it out my self ❤️ absolutely love it

[@fugoogle9757]

Like it all Boyo! dont worry bout them toyota snobs out there! tis a great camping set up uve got n we'd all like one.. Happy days!

[@AFugax]

Beautiful build! Perfect for family adventures!!

[@craigrowe7153]

Great build, mate.👍 I am tossing up between the Toyota Hilux ute or Pradeo for my weekend road trip rig. The old Forester doesn't cut it anymore.

[@jameshogg601]

One of the best they made love the disco 4

[@dougschroeder8393]

Amazing build!

[@michaelnugara1]

Really nice build, however I'm not a fan of air suspension. If you're remote and you lose an airbag, its game over and vehicle goes into limp mode. Having said that I do love the disco 4, unlike the Disco 5 that has been hit with the ugly stick. Thanks for sharing

[@julianjaramillob]

Coolest built ever, thanks for sharing!

[@dpbikes]

Awesome rig!

[@jasonkendal3407]

Do you have spacers? The tires look outside of the fender flares. Those wheels and tires look great.

[@gj0628]

Awesome set up

[@justcoztv2758]

Local to Canmore I see! I’ve seen this rig around town and in my gym car park and it’s a RIG! Love it 😮

[@Michaelcneumann]

That is indeed the ultimate build!

[@arasheqajar]

Very thoughtful build! I like it as a general purpose overlander for a family of 4 Personally, if I’m looking at an overlander around mountain bikes, I can’t consider any rig that forces me to carry the bikes on the back while completely exposed. The bikes will get absolutely filthy &/or stolen. The rest of the rig is fantastic though. Just me personally, I wouldn’t use it to haul mountain bikes

[@the_millwright]

Nice setup. Definitely spent some money on the fit out!

[@allthegearnoideaoverland]

An extensive walk around of the vehicle in its full setup would of been allot of better than separate elements.

[@dukemasterpro]

Rad setup, D4 fan here! We did some overlanding across Aus in our D4 during Covid. Do you guys have different dynamic weight limits for the roof and payload? All that kit and 4 people plus bikes etc would leave mine well outside the legal limits here as well as average handling. In overland mode where we needed to bring extra fuel, 2nd spare tyre etc on the roof, we decided to take a chance but didn't take a rooftop tent due to weight concerns and took an Aussie swag ( 22kg vs 55-80kg for RTT ).

[@stevestott1514]

Awsome set up

[@VenturaIT]

That LR4 looks great. I wonder why it's so heavy? My 5.2L V8 Jeep ZJ is 3,901 lb (1,769 kg). The LR4 is Curb 5,655 lbs. Gross weight 7,143 lbs... that's a lot... And I just put the seat down and sleep in the back, no need for a platform, I go minimal and it's great, more headroom without the platform, but less storage. And it only cost me $3350 in 2008. It doesn't have supermodel looks like the LR3/4/2 have... but IMO it's the best vehicle ever made by God. I still like to look at the LR's. Good tip on the latptop charging over the C port.

[@Mjcava]

Well thought out , and well organized 👍

[@cramias1]

I hope you come back and do a followup a year or two from now. The reliability and cost of maintenance concerns over land rovers are well founded, I'm not a toyota maximalist, but LRs are below even Jeeps in terms of reliability ratings, there's a reason used models tend to be available so cheaply. One of my pet peeves with camping build videos is they tend to get made immediately after the initial build is completed, when excitement is high and before long term problems emerge. I think you really need to run this for a few years to tell the full story

[@TheLoamRanger]

There will definitely be follow-ups. Having said that, I'm not sure how familiar you are with LR4's, but they tend to be the most reliable of the LR bunch. Over the last year and a half, we've driven this 11 year old vehicle harder and further than most people do over 3+ years. It's been very solid and every bit as reliable as our Pathfinder or our previous 4Runner, despite being worked much harder than either of them.

[@Markjenner07]

Absolutely brilliant video you changed my mind on what we should start with re a 4x4 camper with true off road capability.. please could you let me know is there a list of what you’ve got and costs please…