Worst 7 items/4wd mods to Take Travelling Australia

[@MrDefender1990]

Why is she yelling…… please…

[@higgos72]

We said the same! She should get her hearing checked.

[@k.whiking4372]

Yeah! She's a bit loud.

[@stevenfogerty2110]

Please, edit this

[@lesliethomas2209]

I thought it was just me, It seems like she's always booming her voice...... I think they both have a mild speech impeediment or an Australian twang I've never hear before....... and I'm Australian, been all around Australia except Tazzie

[@fitzymagee7469]

Blah blah blarrrrrr her volume is fine

[@WesFokkema]

Fark stopped watching half way through. What you recommend doesn't work for everyone. Each to their own.

[@nomadsandsam]

🤙

[@1RednBlue]

Honestly I feel like content creators are grabbing at straws for any and all content these days… 🙄

[@nomadsandsam]

….🥴

[@jimwhite3628]

@@nomadsandsam What a strange thing to say!?

[@nomadsandsam]

@@jimwhite3628people are odd mate !

[@ausguy4385]

It was selling mods... now the last 3 months they are doing... don't take it all 😂

[@4WheelingInNSW]

Sadly, some of the channels, certainly bigger channels relying on weekly content for income, do favour quantity over quality … I really try to show less content but things that I believe people will genuinely gain something from. It is a hard balancing act I guess. 👍👍

[@putrol4.2]

A recip saw is NO substitute for a chainsaw

[@nomadsandsam]

Not quite what I said !

[@bradleymarshall5591]

I agree, if it's one or the other it's chainsaw every day. Mine is tiny and absolutely loves dead trees for cutting firewood

[@raymondclark1785]

I carry a folding bow saw

[@anttiroppola4414]

​@@raymondclark1785totally agree. Takes no space at all and plenty efficient for the times you need it. Especially now that DIY firewood is less of an option in more places

[@livelikekings8968]

Spent 7 years on and off the road full time. Fires where I could and Used a chainsaw this many times 👌

[@gureno19]

You'd be absolutely mad to head deep into the VIC high country without a chainsaw....the amount of tracks that are blocked constantly by large fallen trees and in some cases even your only return track can become blocked over night by fallen trees. Like a plunger 🪠 you want to have it on you and not need it, then to need it and not have it. Regarding additional light sources, this really depends on your vehicle and the state of its factory lights, if you are in an older vehicle, think GQ patrol or 80 series with sealed halogens, then id be running a pair of spot/spread as a minimum, if you are in a brand new ranger with the very best LED factory headlights, probably not. You dont however need the latest $1500 ARB lights or STEDI Spotlights, you can easily spend $50 and get a pair of old IPF/Narva/Hella spotties and swap out the halogen globes with modern LEDs and get enough light performance.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks for your insight mate! I guess different situations need different things

[@fatmanoverlanding]

I agree. the chainsaw is a must tool like recovery gear in the VHC. I use a rechargeable version, so I don't have to carry fuel for it.

[@jackfromthe60s]

I’ve got a 2023 GX Prado and the headlights are rubbish. I fitted a pair of ARB Solis spotties and, while they don’t get a a lot of use, when they are needed they are invaluable.

[@gureno19]

@@jackfromthe60s yeah that's because the GX runs povo spec halogens unfortunately

[@jackfromthe60s]

@@gureno19 Yep

[@grumpy-g5s]

I put a fantastic spotlight/ driving light system on my 4wd the best led I could get so it would make my cape York trip safer brighter , 7000 k I drove never used them once what a waste of money that was, I also put on 35 inch rubber and a 4 inch suspension lift , saw 40 plus vehicles on the telegraph track with stock suspension and all terrains again what a waste of money,took spare fuel and water what a waste it’s available every 400 to 500 k ,we have been conned into buying tons of stuff we don’t need

[@nomadsandsam]

Absolutely mate ! However suspension upgrades to allow for bigger tyres to lift the vehicle I think helps with not damaging the underbody

[@lindsaybrown7357]

I guess with the recip saw, if you carry the right blades, you can also cut metal. Could be handy for bush repairs.

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice thought ! Didn’t think of that

[@aussiebattler7789]

Good idea with the saw but dont agree with the light bar, because everybodys situation is different ,. Originaly I thought light bars were a bit of a wank but purchased an old disco2 with a light bar and I was wrong , We live in rural western victoria and when travelling during roo times the light bar shows much more of the sides of the road for a good distance ahead , much easier to spot wildlife as we do quite a bit of night driving

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough , good to see another perspective ! I do think perhaps one or the other you can get away with rather than both

[@whiteunicornDR659]

Light bars rate high on the wank factor scale

[@glennh2965]

Agree with the lights and tyres. But the Best thing I took was a 10inch Makita chainsaw. Campfires every night and no noise.

[@nomadsandsam]

Yeah since having the reciprocator we have been having them more often too

[@paul-57]

Great video, very useful info, the most important things you said that everybody needs to remember are minimal and practical clothing, the toiletry setup also is ideal and only take what you will probably use. For our bush camping we use a cast iron pot and frying pan at least once every day, couldn't live without them, gave up on the large one like you showed though. Been using an Ozito reciprocating saw for 5 or 6 years now, small easy to pack like you say and also quiet. A cheap light bar on the bullbar is great in the bush as you get a wide view of what's ahead. Good headlights are more use than the spotlights. We also have small rear side lights. Water is in a 60ltr bladder with an electric pump in the 3rd row footwell on one side, dual battery and electrical panel on the other side. 3rd row seats were removed and we have 2 draws behind the water and battery compartments. our fridge goes on top on one side with a drop down fridge slide, home made $50. I thought about the clip on shower tent but I like to keep the water away from the vehicle so I am not walking in mud later on. We have an Oztrail ensuite and also use it with a chemical toilet, we always just used a bucket but got this last summer and I wish I had done it sooner. Lasts 2 of us and our son 6 to 7 days at least, about the same as the water bladder so convenient to service them both at the same time. I use Wildpeak A/t,s 90% but have a set of Hankook MT2,s on another set of rims which I put on if I am going to muddy or rocky areas, they climb rocky hills so much better than the A/T's.

[@nomadsandsam]

Sounds like you have an awesome set up mate, love to see it !

[@toomasnelson4561]

First time I have watched your videos and I have to comment on your audio quality. If you are teaching or coaching on a subject there is no reason to raise the inflection of your voice, people do not understand any better. Take this as friendly advice as you seem to be on a good thing.

[@nomadsandsam]

No worries !

[@markeroonie]

ditto, you have the radio mics on , just talk normally, no yelling pls

[@CamperKev]

I do need to carry a chainsaw when out in the bush, and I make sure it's big enough, razor sharp and ready to go. Mainly to cut through large logs that have fallen over the tracks. Especially when it's the only way in, or more importantly, the only way out. Of course I also use it to cut firewood. I never go travelling without my beloved chainsaw.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough kev

[@overlandready]

A few simple considerations to live by, 1, Don't drive at night! Anywhere! - if you find yourself driving at night, you failed to plan properly! 2 You don't need Muds, you NEED AT tyres, muds are harsh, they are not great in any coditions, even mud, and AT's do pretty well great in everything. Believe me, I've done everything from sand, mud, clay to rivers in AT tyres. 3, Who actually uses one of those horrible loo/shower tents? Just have a real tent on the awning. 4, Toiletries - who are you smelling good for? Ok, one person, but do you need to smell that good? Nope. 5, Shoes, Yep, take the posh shoes, but remember, they will get muddy... 6, Work out what you use, have everything as dual or more purpose, if you don't use it, consider if you need it. As for tools, that depends where you're actually going. If a lot of trees, take a saw, if no trees, don't.

[@berniebulk]

dunny tents....omg..why ???,lol..i see one i know a loser is camped there..lol

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough mate !

[@danielthornton3277]

Mud terrains are definitely better in mud, don't kid yourself. Generally these are tougher with thicker sidewalls, the trade off is that the tread is more susceptible to staking in the tread voids. I've used a lot of different tyres including 37 inch comp spec tyres right down to HTs in standard sizes. Muds are better in gravel and mud, sand takes lower pressures to work well. Mud tyres on the highway....if it's noisy or the wear is too much, stay on the black top with highway tyres

[@dontrump4697]

Some great advice there! I have had a hard think about it and I have put together my 7 most important items to take camping. In ascending order from 1 to 7: 1: Carton of Beer, 2: Carton of Beer, 3: Carton of Beer, 4: Carton of Beer, 5: Carton of Beer, 6: Carton of Beer, 7: Carton of Beer. Hope that helps your viewers with their difficult decisions 😉.

[@nomadsandsam]

Best comment of them all, love it !!

[@berniebulk]

legend...although id probably chuck in a bottle of jack for insurance

[@dontrump4697]

@@berniebulk Yes, can see were your coming from. thought long and hard about that one but a bottle of jack would probably come in about #11 (after 10 cartons of Beer)!

[@derekhammond1732]

And bottle of Bundy

[@dontrump4697]

@@derekhammond1732 Definitely worth considering but being a conscious dedicated camper I would probably look to save some weight so I would probably just drink that one before leaving.

[@michaelchenz-lk7zj]

5:32 “I don’t know what we are yelling about!! “

[@sonofdat]

Someone give this man a new pair of shorts. 😅😅

[@nomadsandsam]

I know 😂

[@garyhankinson5695]

I don’t like the idea of having the privacy tent attached to the car. Sometimes you might prefer your toilet to be a little distance away. I have a Coleman instant up privacy tent and I could have it set up or packed down nearly just as quick.

[@nomadsandsam]

That’s very true, however it does take up room !

[@berniebulk]

and then there is ye olde gum tree...perfect

[@kieranworland8662]

Sorry but I've had 2 experiences now where a chainsaw got me out of sticky situations. They're a must when in remote areas. Spotlights too are a massive help to save from wildlife and potential catastrophic damage to your car

[@nomadsandsam]

No dramas!

[@adrianvasilescu6311]

Some great tips there. I have to disagree with the spotties/light bars though. For basic safety reasons. Should the worst happen and you meed to seek emergancy medical assistance and to navigate unfamiliar parts of australia at night, you absolutely want a light bar. The ability to avoid Roos at night when driving stressed is a life saver. Litterally.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough mate ! I still think one or the other will be fine for budget purposes

[@markthomas8766]

@@nomadsandsam I use both. A light bar for floodlighting the sides (great for roos in forests). Long distant spotties which are powerful enough to make donkeys and cattle blink and move at a long enough distance that you can miss them. I only turn on the long distant spotties occassionally for special conditions, but when you need them, you need them. My normal headlights are suped up so they can do a good job most of the time. I have all the side and rear lights too. They are great for camping and for my normal work as I start a couple of hours before dawn and often finish after sunset.

[@garrybrischke53]

Driving at night on unfamiliar roads ,tracks and beaches is a sure fire way to put you and yours in a critical situation. Don't do it .🇦🇺🤔

[@robertsbrock]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video for amature 4x4 people who appreciate your opinion and help your offering to the average joe. Screw the keyboards professional warriors.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks mate appreciate it

[@billolgaau]

Brush Bars are useless too. * Everything you take out of the car you have to put back. * Don't keep all your water in one container. * All my cloths fit in a Suit Pack except warm coats behind the seats. * A Golf Umbrella in a tube behind the seat on our Cargo Barrier - toilet privacy & around the camp fires when it drives. * Rain gear under the front seats. * For years we have only carried 1 small Sauce Pan & 1 Flat Pan with a glass lid (Plus Spatula) fitted into the plastic box from a Butane Gas Stove with Rubber Mat Pad to hold the glass & that's it. (In Australia the Pan with two handles is available at Woolworths - the box needs to be tried out with a soldering Iron to make it fit - glue the rubber pad inside the lid) * We now use a Cheap Butane Stove. (We cook Scones & Flat Breads, Meat Pies, (thawed)Chicken Keiv's Fish & Chips etc) * Use Baking Paper for all of the above including Steak & you won't have to wash up. * With Lithium Battery & Inverter we now do most of our cooking in a small Air Fryer (Boiled Eggs - put the eggs in whole & 6 minutes) * A Jet Boil style Butane jug is used for all water boiling plus great for cooking frozen veggies. BTW We have driven 12 Simpson Crossings, Canning Stock Route

[@nomadsandsam]

Disagree with the brush bars comment, they are extremely useful for protection. Good to see the rest of those ideas 😊

[@davidmilledge221]

Ever hit a roo it flicks around and smashes the side off the car denting every thing , brush guards flick them away and help give the bull bar more strength too

[@troy8532]

every roo I have ever hit, more than a dozen, went right under the bull bar and the wheel, none have ever hit the sides of the car, but every ones different.

[@neilab3614]

Hitting that many properly need glasses or drive to the conditions ​@@troy8532

[@juliancousins6340]

Disagree with brush bars a roo jumped out at my patrol and the brush bars prevented major damage.

[@T74V1N]

I carry my electric chainsaw, and use a can of inox as chain lube. No mess and multi use.

[@nomadsandsam]

Interesting !

[@glentomkins8044]

Great advice here! In =other words, decide which stuff you absolutely need for a long trip and reduce it by half.

[@nomadsandsam]

Absolutely!

[@MarshallBird-l4r]

All the modern crap is for videos ihave traveld for years with a ute gas stove fridge sleeping bag and roll up in a tarp with enough water in plastick bottles and an axe

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice one !

[@travbright7939]

I haven't watched the video, but I drove to vic from the nt and back with only a $35 tent and a small butane cooker. Nothing else. With my wife. Packed as light as possible because we were moving.

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice mate !

[@rosewood1]

Nice video which has created some discussion. We use our 4wd differently in different situations and trips. Going bush in the VIC High country its well worth taking a proper powerful saw capable of cutting through a big gum tree. But Central Queensland err no dont bother. A comprehensive tool kit for me is a must along with oil belt filters rags a decent jack and a flat block of hardwood which is so useful for so many things. Other things not to take ... bad beer 🍺 chrs

[@nomadsandsam]

Well said!

[@peterjohnson18226]

I have used both chain saws and reciprocating saws. I can tell you that recipro saws are really hard on your joints, they vibrate way too much, ok for small wood but no substitute for a battery powered chain saw.

[@nomadsandsam]

Only needed on specific trips, not general Australia travel like we state

[@Huntbarternsteal]

A decent size silky saw is the best chainsaw substitute

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough !

[@berniebulk]

i can hear you..............................

[@nomadsandsam]

What did you say ?

[@Bigcountry_littlelegs]

How do you go with the water blader and the plastic taste in the water? Or do you have have something else for drinking water?

[@nomadsandsam]

Got a filter mate to help

[@mikldude9376]

Agree with most of that , it is nice to have good candles though , I’d keep the spotties . As for the footwear , id probably make room for two pair of good shoes , one pair of work boots and runners , if you get bogged up to the floor the runners will be useless, the thongs too , boots will dry out and easy to clean up. It is easy to have too much stuff though , especially if you have limited room. Although you can usually find an away to squeeze it all in, but it makes hard work constantly having to unbury stuff. Something i could have sacrificed on my trip around was clothing , clothes are fairly bulky , you dont need 5 pair of jeans 3 pair of shorts , half a dozen t shirts , two coats ,etc , its different if you have a caravan, if your only in one vehicle like a 4WD , you can cut down.

[@nomadsandsam]

Well said !

[@GraemeHudson]

Tyres - all depends on where you go - blacktop or the back roads. My BFG MT’s lasted 80,000klm mostly pulling a caravan to Cape York, top of NT, Kimberly, all around Alice and yes also tar. Your advice should have been to ‘manage’ good quality tyres suited to your travel type. eg I try to find dirt roads etc to my destination, rather than black top. Good MTs will get you everywhere.

[@nomadsandsam]

80k on muddies….😂 I’m proven wrong if this is the case !

[@Sunderlanding_AUS]

80K on bfgs while towing as well as development roads offroad and bitumen... there isn't a tyre on the planet that will do 80k kms on northern QLD and NT roads let alone while towing in said conditions. while i agree with your point and personally use muddies for the same reasons, I call BS on the rest of it

[@GraemeHudson]

@@Sunderlanding_AUS - some may come from small planets. There are reviews of KM2s doing similar mileage on solid axle 4Wds eg Defenders and Jeeps in South Africa and USA etc. Mine were 235/85r16. The key is proper tyre management including rotation (including 2 spares) and not driving like an idiot. KM2s are a premium tyre - you get tough tyres for your money. I did replace these with KM3s.

[@jazzycool2950]

I love the idea of a shower tent awning to use to get dressed in.

[@nomadsandsam]

We do too !

[@Webpromotions]

I know that you've copped a bit of flak regarding audio quality/talking too loud, can I suggest another improvement. Don't have background music on while you're talking. YT, seems to be overemphasising the background music at the moment, so much so that (especially when listeners use headphones) it becomes so distracting that the video becomes impossible to watch. Otherwise keep at it, your content is valuable and you definitely have the potential to build a great following. Well done.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks for the tip mate !

[@waynepearson6661]

I noticed that you have 2/ 2/ way radios ? Do you need 2/ units for the 2/ 2/ way radios

[@nomadsandsam]

Hey mate we bring 2 so if we go fishing or something whilst one stays at camp we don’t need the car on 🤙

[@bigmack2141]

You will need a 12v charger for the saw, some brands are doing them now.

[@nomadsandsam]

Got the 240V inverter 🤙

[@bradleymarshall5591]

Can't agree on the chainsaw. I own both reciprocating and makita 18v and chainsaw for me all day long. Oil bottle size is negligible for me and size of the unit is very similar.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough mate!

[@TheOldaz1]

Good information folks, there are a lot of people who really need to watch and understand what you are saying. I'm pretty ancient now, but have travelled a lot in this wonderful country we call home. It took me a couple of months to learn the hard way what you're saying and I've followed this way for many years. Family members still poke crap at me because I travel so lightly, but I don't mind because I don't have to look after a truckload of stuff I don't need and would never use. Thanks folks, loved the video.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks mate appreciate it

[@kevinjones8496]

I have a Ryobi 18v chainsaw. Take the bar and chain off and it is actually shorter than a recip saw. 5 minutes to put it back together. Your issue with bar oil still stands though but I'd rather deal with that.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough mate - 10 seconds vs 5 minutes is a big difference though !

[@kevinjones8496]

@nomadsandsam yeah sure but after the first two cuts, I've got more than my 5 minutes back.

[@andycarden4704]

Gonna go through a lot of reciprocating saw blades too

[@markeroonie]

i'm planning on draining most of the oil back into the bottle between uses to cut down on drips

[@kevinjones8496]

@markeroonie I do the same. I use a soft drink bottle with the bottom cut off as a funnel. Good fit for the bar oil container.

[@jamescowley2261]

Just let the fire cut the wood for you!

[@nomadsandsam]

That’s defs the easy way!

[@berniebulk]

wow...a rocket scientist...thankyou einstein

[@stephenrogers9664]

One small thing that I always take, & that is a metal blade for your saw. I’ve seen them come in very handy if you have an accident or hit a Roo. Too many shoes yep that’s my wife lol

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice one Stephen !

[@martinfinn674]

I agree. After lap 1 with a Mercedes Benz Sprinter van, I know that keeping it simple is the best. I'm gearing up for lap 2, and so long as I have my 80 litres of drinking water, diesel, a few spare parts and insurance (CIL is best for a motorhome) and RAC breakdown plus; I'm set to go. Make sure your vehicle is fully serviced and registered. Make sure you have an appropriate licence for your vehicle. A two wheel drive vehicle can get to SOME 4wd destinations, but don't think you have 4wd capability when you don't! Yes, I drove out to Mary Kathleen uranium mine (that closed down in 1983). The track is rated 4wd only. But using the torque of my diesel engine and 5 speed manual gearbox, it was ok. Note: it hadn't rained for over 6 months when I drove this 'track' (I use that term loosely). DO NOT rev the engine and spin the wheels on this track as you will butcher your tyres. Low end torque, low revs, and reduced air pressure in your tyres will get you through most dry gravel and/or dirt tracks. DO NOT SPIN YOUR TYRES! That's how you get bogged! My van is 2wd and I do not even try to get to beach drives or sand dunes: I'm not that stupid!

[@nomadsandsam]

Love to see it mate !

[@ChrisIsOutside]

Great video! Lots of great tips, I'm going to get a reciprocating saw today for the weekend trip (I hate bringing my chainsaw) - I gotta say, the shower awning is great, but I am not 100% sure its a great replacement for the popup shower tent. Mine takes about the same amount of time to set up and pack up. It saves space in the vehicle especially if you have to pack up wet and air out at the next destination, but you also have to shower right up by your vehicle which can make the area muddy. Also, it can be nice to leave the shower tent out and go exploring for an hour or 2 to indicate that someone is using the campsite. If I had space, I would get a popup

[@nomadsandsam]

Good to see mate ! Hope it does you well

[@whiteunicornDR659]

LT All Terrains for the win every day

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice one

[@andrewdavis6012]

number 1 yes but steel rims with smaller holes than yours ...why ... flowing river slowly crossing had a 70mmm diameter branch find that large hole in rim , stalled motor and the river kept rising

[@nomadsandsam]

Spewin !

[@jessecosway8327]

what and were is your water tank from?? thanks

[@nomadsandsam]

Just a 50 litre one off eBay, connected to the chassis via 2 metal straps

[@marklaurendet1861]

Thanks for an interesting video Could you post a link where you purchased the 40L footwell water container. Looks like something we could use. From a google search the only 40L footwell water tanks I could fing were the ones that that go across the whole width of the vehicle. We cant use these as the console sticks out the rear too far.

[@nomadsandsam]

That’s the one we were speaking about , otherwise the ones we have are the 25L from BCF 😊

[@marklaurendet1861]

@@nomadsandsam Thanks for the reply

[@NasTimeAdventures]

Check out the range of water tanks from Pak Offroad. They have a few options and they are great quality. 😀

[@marklaurendet1861]

@@NasTimeAdventures Thanks I had a look at their site and they have some possible solutions

[@AmandaandAustinC]

Drifta has a one-side footwell bladder, 40L I think.

[@DanielCoombes-y8b]

Like saying you might not get into an accident so you don't need insurance,

[@antony3678]

Only use Summit to Sea or Firemaple lightweight cookware. Silicon collapsible nesting bowls and storage containers. Plastic glasses as well as melamine plates and cups. Mind you I keep a cast iron fry pan for open fire cooking. I carry a water jerrycan plumbed to a pump as well as another for additional water on our camper trailer. I don't agree with you as they are a portable method of getting water when you can't access the tap to top up our trailer's tank. Also looking at the bladder option as well.

[@nomadsandsam]

Love to see it!

[@Accolades70]

Great vid .. we are planning a big lap soon - DMAX and RTT couple.... One day...

[@nomadsandsam]

That would be cool! You will enjoy it

[@Aphony66]

What do you use as a toilet? How do you shower? I wpyld prefer to see a video of what yous stuff into the back of that ute rather than what you dont. Good vid otherwise.

[@nomadsandsam]

We have done a rig run down :)

[@zoltandeak7476]

Great content! Touring Australia is very different to doing tracks in the mountains! Chainsaws are a must in the mountains, but for touring Australia they are not and in some cases like the Simpsons desert are actually a finable offence! Travelling at night whilst touring is to be avoided at all costs due to the animals and unknown pot holes / washed out corrugations, etc, that may emerge and cause substantial damage, so light bars of any description are really a waste!

[@nomadsandsam]

Your 100% right mate , when we go into the vic high country we opt in for the chainsaw for the exact reason, but when touring and do the big 4x4 destinations such as cape York Fraser WA etc we take the recip

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

With the right blade [Diablo aggressive pruning blade] anything up to about 100mm is quick, I have big Husky and Miniboss, and use the cipro for anything under 100mm unless I need to do heaps of cuts as it's quiet, quick and clean, if you already have the batteries / charger impact / drill in the vehicle a cipro is a no brainer plus you can add metal / demo blades for emergency repairs, for longer trips involving an amount of unknown bush tracks, I will take the miniboss it's small, powerful and reliable, all comes down to the situation, if you are full time travelling and can only justify one or the other, the cipro is a good compromise [nothings perfect].

[@nomadsandsam]

Nice mate , thanks for the descriptive response, but your 100% right, nothing is perfect

[@NasTimeAdventures]

Wow. Like many here, I disagree with too much of what has been stated in this video. Please, I feel more clarity is needed for the beginners in particular. Especially if you are going to claim to be better than other content creators.

[@nomadsandsam]

No worries champ

[@robertsbrock]

At no point did I hear them say that they were better then the other creaters. I appreciate that they guys are saying what's possibly best to make a minimum amount of things to take while touring.

[@simontheyers801]

I choose cast iron pot over ..camera gear 😂😂😂😂❤

[@nomadsandsam]

Lucky you 😂😂

[@skullandcrossbones65]

G'day. For the most part I agree. The Saw issue would depend on where you paln to go. The Reciprocating saw would be OK for a lot as would a SHARP Axe. The extra lighting for night drining is for people who drive after dark. Some would say a Winch would not be required for most vehicles.

[@nomadsandsam]

That’s why I justified every point for the circumstance

[@chrisscibisz9231]

Great advice. Lots of common sense. 👍

[@nomadsandsam]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks !

[@slowboat6021]

very true, big bull bars lights and mud terrains are for driving around the city... lol

[@nomadsandsam]

Lol

[@cliffordmakings2816]

You really must be from the city!!!

[@nomadsandsam]

Been travelling for years mate

[@fatmanoverlanding]

If what you do is mostly touring/overlanding, AT tyres are a no brainer. For this application, MT tyres are an overkill. Anyone fitting them for touring purposes either wanted them primarily for their tough aggressive looks, or where incorrectly advised. And I totally disagree with you about your thoughts on driving lights / light bars.

[@nomadsandsam]

That’s what the topic is

[@warriorandzena]

Apart from saws etc. what about using your recovery gear and pull the tree away if possible.

[@nomadsandsam]

Not a bad idea !

[@007carpentry5]

Lol terrible click bait. Crossing everything you use😂 P.s stop yelling at me.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks for the comment !

[@rampy4963]

Don't agree. Fitted a good light bar for 500bucks. Essential for impromptu night driving

[@nomadsandsam]

Maybe re watch what we said !

[@joegoedhart1259]

I agree with 5 and 1. I live in the bush and have NEVER had the need for spot lights. High beam is bright enough. I have bought 4wd with spotlights, and not used them once, even when hunting or in heavy roo, hwy driving. My experience with tyres...I have worked in country towns all over WA. The Dessert duelers on 2 occasions have had eggs in the side walls from driving on railway service roads, just from going over loose rock. Ive had to replace $1200 worth of brand new tyres, twice. Okay for the beach but if going bush, stick to the old Rock climbing cheese cutters. Fk the looks.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough mate ! Thanks for the insight

[@Big_Red_Wade]

Saying to get rid of the camp oven, are you on drugs? hahahahahaha,

[@nomadsandsam]

Got to maximise space 👍🏼

[@billcrowle]

We never broke wine glasses, bottles or jars in 200,000 km of outback travel in #Smoky60Series with its Old Man Emu and PolyAir bags and leaf springs on the #VelcroPalace , which broke four springs over its life…. We had flouro 12v lights to light the camp setup…

[@nomadsandsam]

Lucky you !

[@grahamwhittaker8844]

I was actually waiting for the I don’t know about that being a good idea moment but it just didn’t happen 👍👍. I’ve got an electric chainsaw that if I had watched this clip before hand I wouldn’t have and would go with a reciprocated saw for sure. I would of killed for a roof top tent when I was your age but now you couldn’t pay me to have one, spoilt rotten with separate shower and toilet now and would you believe even a washing machine 😂😂. It’s about the only good thing about getting old,you have an excuse for getting soft ❤️🙏. Stay strong and happy travels ❤️🇦🇺

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks mate appreciate that , the saw was something we wish we knew too 😂 is it bad we are young and already use the excuse of that to be soft ? Haha

[@brucewiggins2731]

And dont drive off the black top , too old for dirt roads,

[@ponytrishpip]

Well that rear bar of yours is illegal in NSW. No fuels to be carried in NSW on rear of car

[@nomadsandsam]

What isn’t illegal in nsw haha

[@JAL-iz1hd]

Sheesh! Some of the comments 🤦‍♀️ Great tips for what was outlined repeatedly as a lap trip - not a specific high country trip etc. And for what you kept saying works for you. I agree on most points (esp cast iron camp oven and clothes) - thanks for pointing out a few things and making us think what is necessary on our own trips. Great job guys.

[@nomadsandsam]

Thanks mate ! I find some people just like to leave something negative regardless

[@ianbrowne9304]

IMO the 4x4 mod market is a billion dollar scam ---- in many ways you can add "modern camping 💩in also . +1 on the list : because they seem to need so much 💩; leave the women at home ------ OK I'm leaving 😇😂

[@nomadsandsam]

Yeah it’s becoming a big $$ market now for sure!

[@mikldude9376]

Yes and no , if you are travelling around the country on an extended trip , it is nice to have the niceties if you have a place for it and the coin of course, but for sure you can get by with the basics . It’s interesting to see the different approach to travelling out on the road , I remember years ago talking to a young bloke travelling across Australia in an old HD Holden , he packed a t shirt and a pair of jeans , and that was it 😊.

[@HammerRocks]

You obviously don't do much night driving on any conditions or terrain. Otherwise, you wouldn't have advised ditching the driving lights. You might hardly need them, but when you do, they're indispensable. So, I'd rather have them on my vehicle than not. Just like I'd rather have insurance on my 4WD and not use it, than not.

[@nomadsandsam]

No worries champ

[@Bohemiahotrodandcustom]

I disagree with the light bar/ driving lights and the jerry cans. Everything else I agree with.

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough Geoff

[@chrisdixon2931]

Why are you yelling at me? Far out. The camp oven is the best. If your veggies lose their freshness or the ones for sale in remote shops aren't the best quality, the camp oven will turn them into a great feed. Stick to your overnighters at the Nepean Caravan Park.

[@nomadsandsam]

😂😂

[@michaelbooth8968]

Brush bars are unnecessary to in my view

[@nomadsandsam]

Fair enough ! Saved our panels multiple times

[@bobklincke4671]

Very good content. Thank you.

[@nomadsandsam]

Glad you liked it!

[@MichaelOsseweyeijer]

Nari think ill stick to a chain saw

[@nomadsandsam]

Good to see !

[@MichaelOsseweyeijer]

@@nomadsandsam it is isint

[@daverobertson1419]

Very useful information. Thank you.

[@nomadsandsam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@raystravelsaustralia6737]

Never take advice from people who wear thongs in the bush.

[@nomadsandsam]

😂😂

[@mikldude9376]

Yes it is nice to have some decent boots , I accidentally stood on a big Joe Blake in long grass without knowing it years ago , to which he took great offense and had a strike at my foot , caught me on the heel of the boot , got away unscathed though , did the 100 metres in about 5 seconds flat 😊 , at the time I was about an hour away from anywhere , and did not have mobile phones in those days , so it could have been exciting if he got me .

[@darryllspalding9680]

all depends where and how long your going.

[@nomadsandsam]

We are going away for 3 months and will have what we stated no dramas

[@kennethprocak5176]

There is a term for over dressing a vehical, WOGGED UP! I surprised you lot don’t put Venetian Blinds on the canopy windows.

[@nomadsandsam]

Might just do that ! 😉

[@lui_7648]

Brush bars are pretty useless also..

[@nomadsandsam]

Nah

[@lui_7648]

@@nomadsandsam as useless as your reply.

[@antoncarmoducchi6057]

I disagree. There's no shortage of KZbin videos on 4WD adventure equipment.

[@nomadsandsam]

Stating what not to bring ? Not many I have seen

[@neilo316]

Must she yell at me in Karen?

[@vanceturner5339]

Yawn..... You obviously didn't prep properly and it's now a whinge rather than actual helpful 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@nomadsandsam]

Not the case at all

[@muddertruker]

2 things … I reckon you are dead wrong about driving lights! I drive at night a lot and I need the spotties! 2nd thing, please ask the missus to stop shouting! Sorry I don’t know your names yet, this is my first vid! Cheers!

[@nomadsandsam]

No dramas mate, I just turned the audio up too much she wasn’t shouting

[@poppywoody7020]

Don't buy mickey Thompson tyres, coopers will last you over 60k

[@nomadsandsam]

Loving ours so far 🤙

[@photografiq_presents]

Ned Flanders :D :D :D

[@jimwhite3628]

Great!

[@nomadsandsam]

Copy !

[@davidazzopardi8970]

Left the camp oven at home cause you don't have a fire !!??? Then I saw the next one a recip saw 🤣🤣 Beginners why don't ya just stay at home or stick to van parks

[@nomadsandsam]

We said we were having less fires and have been using the saw for 3 months non stop in WA. Absolutely no dramas

[@kerrycooper-dean4243]

😂

[@matthutch5919]

Yer 30+ years of "off grid" camping a chainsaw is a must but in a toy 4x4 you obviously don't know what off grid really is. So glad you brought that up quickly in this video. I was already thinking wtf with ya miss'o talking about wine glasses. Fuk you two are so green it's hilarious. BIG miss for me

[@nomadsandsam]

Move on champ

[@matthutch5919]

@nomadsandsam 🤣🤣🤣 seems I'm not the only one mentioning how "green" ya's are not taking a chainsaw. That's without mentioning anything else. I do wish you both a safe & fantastic time. Maybe get some real experience b4 making strong suggestions. I mean taking fancy clothes? 🤣🤣 Seriously have a great & safe time travelling 🤟

[@kerrycooper-dean4243]

W⚓️

[@matthutch5919]

@kerrycooper-dean4243 You're obviously very experienced as well 😴😴🤣🤣🤣🤣 Good luck to anyone who wants to go "off grid" in the VHC without a chainsaw. Lmfao, I was on 1 in 10 track (Licola) the other week & had 3 trees across the track & that's not even an "off grid" area 😂 Ain't no fkn way ya'd turn a camp trailer or caravan around where the trees were blocking the track. But yer, wine glasses, fancy clothes & NO chainsaw LMFAO. Green sticks talking about? LMFAO I'm over 30 years deep into true off grid camping & like fuk I know it all, but I ain't stupid enough to suggest ya don't need a chainsaw & wine glasses are a good idea 🤪

[@thorstenduessler6101]

Worst item to take is your advice, what crap. You need a real job mate.

[@nomadsandsam]

Move on champ

[@thorstenduessler6101]

@@nomadsandsam mind your own, stop posing crap.

[@bobcat7664]

You will never beat a chainsaw especially if you come across something big that a chainsaw is only capable of

[@nomadsandsam]

Takes up triple the space though 🤙

[@billolgaau]

Horses for courses, it depends on where your trip is. High Country yes - Desert not needed.

[@tommo2777]

💯 pack for where your going

[@Alasdair-Morrison]

The way things are going on You tube now, Careful you don't get sued by any of those companies

[@nomadsandsam]

I know I’ve been seeing this stuff everywhere, it’s a joke they are doing that

[@300blkops6]

Good luck with that saw when you have a tree across the track😂

[@nomadsandsam]

Mustn’t have watched the whole video !

[@NasTimeAdventures]

@@nomadsandsam I did and I felt the same way. Maybe you weren't clear enough.