2019 SILVERADO RUNDOWN VIDEO | OWNING AN AMERICAN TOURER IN AUSTRALIA | CHEVY SILVERADO 2500HD
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2 жыл бұрынAfter owning the Chevy for almost 2 years and being on the road full time touring Australia for a year and a half, we feel we are ready to give you the run down on what it's REALLY like owning an American truck in Australia. A large, lifted, and heavily modified 4x4 tourer. In this video we answer all of your questions and then some. We built this Chevrolet Silverado 2500Hd to suit our full time touring needs. Let us run you through it all from the very beginning - why we chose an American truck, specifically the Silverado, how much it cost, insurance, what mods we've done and why, the pro's and con's plus heaps more.
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@australiantruckspotting8883 2 жыл бұрын
That is a beast, it’s great to see these full sized US trucks becoming popular in Australia 👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate…yeah it’s about bloody time 😁🙌🏼
@darrelwright7871 2 жыл бұрын
Wow that was a fantastic run through of your amazing rig, really enjoyed the passion and love you both described when referring to all the well thought out mods and adaptions ,keep enjoying guys you both deserve it 👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Darrel… 😁🙏🏼🙌🏼
@bradworthington8594 2 жыл бұрын
Great video again Chris and Miriam. Factual, truthful and straight to the point as always. Cheers
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brad…appreciate it buddy 👍🏼😁
@mikesheppard7122 2 жыл бұрын
What a rig, I’ve been waiting a long time for this run down, great work. People make me laugh when asking about fuel consumption, its 9+ tonne and does it easily, yes its going use more fuel but worth every cent for the comfort and vehicle longevity. Keep up the great work and hope to see you on the road one day for a cold beer or two.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Yes, some of the questions are pretty funny 🤪
@sethpress9142 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely enjoyed watching this informative video guys. Your truck is an absolute beast with all the good fruit! Love it. Currently have a Y62 but was down looking at the Chev 2500 this week. Wow I was blown away!! Subscribed! 😎
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Seth! 😁🙏🏼
@paulshelbourne1690 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love your videos. My wife and I are selling up and hitting the road (at some point) and I have no idea so I'm spending the next few years learning. You guys rock so thank you for putting this out there for everyone. We are both behavioural dog trainers and will be touring and filming as we go. We already live stream our dog training and love it so the intention is to run workshops all around the country and just have a riot!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Paul! How exciting for the both of you 😁 Traveling and working on the road really is such a great lifestyle. Enjoy the preparation phase - that’s lots of fun too!
@zacj2713 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always guys....that thing is a dream rig..you guys have kitted it out to the max..!! Love it.! Keep it up guys..!!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zac…appreciate it buddy
@christopherlewinski1301 Жыл бұрын
Very cool rig, great to see a Chevy in the large truck space. Agreed, size and luxury are as important as capability. Love your excitement for your Chevy!!!!!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We do love our Chevy 😁 This one has now sold and we begin building our new one over the next few months. It’s going to be epic!
@ralfhiller9043 2 жыл бұрын
Owning a 3500 RAM Cummins. Love it and there is nothing better for towing. Especially the exhaust brake! Also running 37s and think that is the perfect size tire for these trucks. Out of the box you can't beat the US trucks. Love tour tray setup! 🤙
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
💯Ralf!! They’re so good…
@jethroj4602 Жыл бұрын
I have one of these beasts too! I love it! There's nothing like having 4 odd tonnes on the back & just drive, hilly windy roads no dramas. Love your setup
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
They are the BEST! We have just filmed the remanufacture process at the facility in Dandenong, VIC - video will be going up in a few weeks 😁
@adam.e.9370 2 жыл бұрын
That thing is a beast. Gotta give it to the yanks, they do it bigger and better. The mods you guys done to it just make it one of the best rigs out there. BLOODY AWESOME👌
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Adam! 😁🙏🏼
@HardNorthOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
its always nice having a unique vehicle. i enjoy you're vids !!! 🇨🇦
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!! Yeah we like to be a little different in most things we do.
@plantpoweredtrippin3099 2 жыл бұрын
Epic set up!!! We tow our 23’6 Van with a 1500 RAM and love it!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏🏼 Oh awesome…such a pleasure to tow with hey. 👍🏼😎
@Steph-lv5fg Жыл бұрын
Chevy trucks always just have the most presence, which makes them cool, and gets them in all the country songs.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Haha too right…I’ve never heard a country song where they talk about rams or f trucks 😂
@danielmcdonald3380 2 жыл бұрын
Epic rig guys, just got a Ram 1500 to tour with full time and am loosely basing it off your truck(mini version obviously).Doing what the budget allows. Love the American truck so far(wish it was Diesel )but oh well,will still be a beast of a tourer when done. Keep the content coming legends,hopefully see you on the road somewhere
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate…yeah the 2500 series big diesels are bloody insane. The torque is just mind blowing.
@timlesnik3008 2 жыл бұрын
American trucks are so under rated. I have a 2021 F250 Black widow and there is absolutely no comparison to the Landcruiser's or Nissans in any way. The technology in the American trucks is years ahead let alone the comfort. Love your channel and keep the great content coming.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree Tim….I believe they are in a league of their own. They are designed and built tough as nails and man do they do the job well. Superior comfort and brutal torque / power. Hands down we have changed for life
@timlesnik3008 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown My FTruck is off-road most weekends. It surprises so many people of the capabilities of this American trucks. Big lift combined with large tyres and so much power, they just walk through 1m deep wombat holes.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yep I’m hearing you…everything we have thrown at it, it seems to just effortlessly walk over and through.
@benring2387 2 жыл бұрын
Incredible set up guys! Still yet to see anything quite like it since rescuing that black paintwork for you guys after that infamous damage you sustained down here in Tassie on the west coast. One of the biggest and best detailing jobs to work on 👌👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
OMFG Ben you and your team where bloody legends. You brought it back from the dead!! 💀 Thanks again for all your help bro. Love your work 🙌🏼😁
@toddgrayson8282 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the video guys. Love the channel and love that you went outside the norm to look at another solution for a Tourer instead of just another cruiser. By the looks it’s a gem. Dam Jealous of it to be honest. Would love a big Chev. Have been tossing up between a 300 Series or a Chev as the next vehicle!!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Todd, we appreciate it mate. It was a huge investment and we wanted to make sure we were going to be 💯 happy. Pumped with the direction we took. Mate I highly suggest having a good look at the America’s truck next time you’re upgrading. Especially with the price of the new cruisers
@ryanphotostudio 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Sick truck. Enjoy. Thanks
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Justin! 😁🙏🏼
@rollyb5061 2 жыл бұрын
awesome build Chris, what a top fit out and awesome tow vehicle , got to get one
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rolly….appreciate it mate 😁
@andrewrumball327 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid, totally converted for my up coming upgrade, safe travels 👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew…good to hear mate 👍🏼
@jennybeausang683 2 жыл бұрын
We have had a Silverado 2500 for a couple of years now, we got ours 2nd hand with less than 100k on the clock, it was probably a bit before we actually needed it but it was a good buy. Its been rated LR also. For us it’s knowing that we are legal weight wise, love our exhaust brake also, towing with a vehicle that has power in reserve if it is required. We have a Metalink Canopy with lithium setup and a Bushman upright fridge. Extra fuel tank and 100 litres of water. Not as glamorous as yours but we are happy with it. It has enabled us to get our new Sunseeker (same layout as your last van) specked up to a 4.5tn ATM so we have added extra water tanks. Just need to pry my husband away from the business #SuncoastCaravanService and hit the road, sooner rather than later. Enjoy your travels guys 🥰
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an awesome setup Jenny…god on you guys. 👏🏼 Yeah drag him away and enjoy yourself 😁
@dazjul1973 2 жыл бұрын
Love my Chevy 2500 I’ve had lots off 4x4 in my time, but nothing even comes close to my Chevy. Love your channel, 🤟🏻
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Bloody good to hear Daz!!
@mike4769 2 жыл бұрын
The interior in the new silverado is amazing.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah they sure are 🙌🏼🙌🏼😁
@ultimateadventuresblog6564 2 жыл бұрын
Great run down. Awesome truck. We got a GMC Denali (2018) for pretty much the same reason.. Built to tow. Cant wait ot hit the road in it full time in July. Might see you around somewhere
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah you can’t beat them hey!!! See you out there guys 🙌🏼😁
@johnmathisen1167 2 жыл бұрын
It all makes sense when explained, enjoy.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks John 👍🏼
@mannycassar7730 2 жыл бұрын
Ausome set up guys thanks for sharing safe travels
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Manny 😁🙌🏼
@williamshillingford523 11 ай бұрын
yeah correct is NSW also guys! Just ordered a 2024 Chevy 2500 hd . Cant wait. need it to tow our excavators around! Going straight to big dog when it arrives July 2024.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 11 ай бұрын
How bloody exciting!! Lucky excavators 😆🙌🏼
@w_stanky 2 жыл бұрын
That is one awesome truck. What a beast!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers William. We love it mate 👍🏼😁
@joshyoung8773 2 жыл бұрын
I friggen love your Chev. The fact American trucks are being seen every day now shows how popular they are becoming. They truly are changing the game of touring here in Australia. We bought maxtrax today. We went to BCF to buy run of the mill recovery tracks and walked out with maxtrax. When they are on the shelf next to each other the quality of maxtrax really does shine through. Is it wrong I am kinda keen to use them now haha
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
💯 Josh….they are here to stay mate. As far as we are concerned, if you want to tow a large caravan and tour nothing comes close. We love ours and will never turn back. Haha up the Matraxx!!!! So glad to here you didn’t buy all the other cheap crap out there. I challenge you to get bogged now…you wait!! They are soooo good 👍🏼
@joshyoung8773 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown when we do get bogged I will put it up on insta a be sure to tag you guys. It will happen haha 😄
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Done ✅ 😂😎
@AussieDazza 2 жыл бұрын
Great video guys 👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Danza 🙌🏼
@SUPERTRUCKER166 2 жыл бұрын
The tap setup is a marine deck wash tap, can get them from any marine shop. They also do the fill points as well
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Perfect! 😁👍🏼
@williamdavis9253 2 жыл бұрын
Love your truck mate. I have to make do with our 2011 RC 3ltr modified Colorado towing our hybrid offroad caravan I'm in my 70's and semi retired . Covid cost our business heaps. 😒. But still you guys keep us motivated. Totally enjoy your episodes 😊 Good to see you enjoying SA with Keelan & Sarah .👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hey William…yep covid had a huge impact on so many people and business. It’s really sad. Mate it doesn’t matter what setup you have, as long as you’re out there enjoying it that’s all that matters. 🙌🏼😁
@williamdavis9253 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown So true 👍 We'll be heading north to the Red Centre once the grape 🍇 crushing in the Barossa Valley is finished.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Just did the centre last winter…we love it out there 🙌🏼
@user-hb8be5wb4q 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on initial cost, how deep are your pockets for purchase, what mods to cost, and do you have a good job to pay for it. Better to have a great vehicle to tour, does it have the fuel, water, space, etc, capacities you want or need. Great vlog, happy touring!!!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😁🙏🏼
@troykratz74 2 жыл бұрын
Mint set up 👌 I tow my 3.5 T, 23 footer with a 21' Silverado 1500, with in cab adjustable airbags and a WDH and friggin love it.!! Never look back..👊 Next truck will be the 2500 HD.... (missus is ok with this too after me telling her it costs slightly more than the 1500🤣🤫)
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
The best hey!! Haha hide this video from the misses ok. They don’t need to know the costs 😂🤙🏼
@gratefulmule 2 жыл бұрын
Great episode,great rig 🇳🇿🍻
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy 👍🏼😎
@krisherrick9126 2 жыл бұрын
I seen your truck must have been soon after you bought it I think at tin can bay prior to all the modifications being done and thought it was beautiful then. Then again on the explore life rig run down and I think im falling in love with it. I have been thinking long and hard about a Dodge Ram, but this video might be swaying me. It looks really good and hugely practical. Interesting to hear your feed back about the quality of the tray and canopy, that also looks fantastic. Chris, your never going to convince me that there's anything wrong with a good jack off though
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Oh cool….yeah I think that was up Noosa habit maybe?? Mate you can’t go wrong with any American truck. They are all so good!! Haha hearing you about the jackoff too 😂
@krisherrick9126 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown Yeah it was at Habitat Noosa actually, awesome place. Appreciate your videos and your advice, love your work guys!
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Arh thought so…my truck didn’t stay stock for long haha. Thanks bro…stay safe 😎
@stevenpink2687 2 жыл бұрын
About time someone with a decent vehicle to tow a big van well done.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steven…yeah man we believe these trucks are the only way to tow big vans
@brokenlimitsnjm 2 жыл бұрын
Sick truck, has everything.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nathan. Almost everything 🚤 😉
@travelsolo2677 2 жыл бұрын
An awesome rig guys, good luck to you👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🥂🥂 I am jealous and envious….. enjoy this wonderful country 🍻🍻🍻🍻🤟🤟🤟
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🙏🏼 It’s been a long time creating this life … but it’s coming along nicely 😁😁
@lynettematthews4084 2 жыл бұрын
Well done you two.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lynette 🙏🏼😊
@barefootexplorers1919 Жыл бұрын
Our dream setup
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
It’s a great dream to have - it was once our dream too 😁😁
@nicholaskelly1234 2 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, love the content and the rig, i have the exact same car but for now its still mostly standard but absolutely love it. Couple of questions, might have missed it in the vid but do you run a front diff lock at all? Also whats the name of the website Chris was looking through for he accessories?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Nicholas! Hope you’re loving it. No it doesn’t have a front locker. The rear does though. Man I can’t remember the website sorry. Just do some googling and you’ll find stuff pretty quickly
@shanenorwell8580 2 жыл бұрын
After owning one for a couple of years I can honestly say once you travel, tour, tow and 4wd in one you just never look back. I always laugh when people ask how you park it…I bought it to drive not to park, it’s such a small part of owning a vehicle.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha too right!!! I park the thing where ever I bloody like 😂😂 I can never see myself going back to a normal car after owning one.
@gordonbarclay6106 2 жыл бұрын
It just looks awesome...
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gordon 😁🙏🏼
@SANPEDROCUSTOM 2 жыл бұрын
Always wondered why the Aussies didn't run American-made trucks. I've always had a Chevy 2500-3500 trucks. Currently getting ready a 2015 2500 crew cab long bed 4 x 4 on flex-fuel/regular gas. Just had a Fab4 Prerunner front bumper installed with Warn Winch, lightbar, and 4 spot lamps. Looking at an all-aluminum utility truck bed for all the camping gear, floor jack, jack stands, fishing poles, shovels, rakes, compressor, generator, etc. and everything else that will fit in all the compartments, rack on top for the SUPs. I needed the open part of the bed so I can load a couple dual-sport motorcycles. And last but not least, towing a Black Series HQ19. Only Aussie made off-road travel trailer here in the states and their showroom is 45 minutes from my house.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the message Mike. Mate the American trucks are finally starting g to become popular because of the factory backing, warranty and spares. The conversions are extremely well done too. Oh your setup sounds like a killer 🙌🏼
@davewhite2088 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, love everything about your set up including the van, you and Miriam are so down to earth and know your stuff with no BS. One question though, do you have any condensation problems with your AluCab RTT when it’s been closed up for a few days, I live in Melbourne and have to leave two moisture cells in the back area, otherwise my mattress gets wet. Cheers, Dave.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Dave…we really appreciate the support mate. Umm no not really. The new 3.1 does come with a honeycomb type mat under the mattress. I do open it whenever I can after wet or humid conditions too. Always try the breathe it out.
@davewhite2088 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris, yep me as well, but I’m a bit behind the eight ball living in Melbourne with 4 seasons in one day.☀️⛈🌬🌦
@sambulli 2 жыл бұрын
I know I've said it many times but that is a mad as truck.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Haha yeah we love it Sam. We built it for a full time tourer and man it does it well.
@omaryusuf8112 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown God willing you use it in good health, you both deserve the Truck and your entire set-up.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!!! Thanks so much 🙏🏼🙌🏼😁
@baumie4618 2 жыл бұрын
Love it guys!👌 from a Y62 owner.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊 👍🏼
@baumie4618 2 жыл бұрын
Has anything major failed? And what don't you like on the truck?......I'm nearly ready to make the jump.👍👌🍻
@tonybe3nfield358 2 жыл бұрын
One of your best, guys. I now have a better understanding of why people have these big units. With the benefit of twenty/20 hindsight, would you still get the 6” lift. Take care.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony….mate there are so many different cars / 4x4s / trucks out there. They all have there own string points and the American truck suits us perfectly. I guess there is no setup out there that suits all applications. Haha I’d go the 6.5 again for sure. It just has to be done 😂
@blakeportch119 2 жыл бұрын
Unreal guys ! I've just put 10k on my 1500 trailboss . The thud when you close the doors is a sweet sweet sound 🤙🤙
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Bloody oath Blake…super pumped for you mate 🙌🏼😁
@blakeportch119 2 жыл бұрын
About to drive it from west to south aus for a lap . Can't wait . Keep the content coming legends 🤌🌏
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Safe travels bro 😎
@kenwalker9103 2 жыл бұрын
yer love my chev 2500 midnight addition just an awesome truck to drive and tow with my only bug beer is the turning circle its like a mac truck but over all love it
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
They are awesome hey!! Haha the turning cheers circle is a little larger than normal 4x4s but I’m so use to it now
@ianoswald3889 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris and Miriam love your channel.My wife and I are planning a lap and we get inspiration from you guys and others touring at the moment. I have just noticed that I think Chris needs a holiday. Your show is not as enjoyable when Chris is always moody. Good luck keep up the great content. Ian
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, there are certain times of the day when Chris doesn’t like to film, especially if he’s not in the mood, but I feel like - if we are only in one location for a short period of time - we need to capture it. It’s a hard balance! Quite often you’ll just see me in those situations - but - well, imagine having to get content whether you’re in the mood or not. It’s a pretty hard gig!
@ianoswald3889 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown Thanks for your response, totally understand. Will continue to look forward to your travels. Cheers
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian 👍🏼
@jorjimaco5331 2 жыл бұрын
I got the smaller version, does us just fine with a combo of under 6t, 21f van, changed torque converter, changed diff ratios, added some electronic power increase and it is perfect as well. I’m CHEV but FORD, RAM it’s all good. Pick your poison. 🛠🍻
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Sounds great mate. Glad you love it 🤙🏼😁
@AussieDazza 2 жыл бұрын
I forgot to mention, my brother in law bought a GMC Sierra 2500 HD back in 2010 ( 6.6 Duramax with Allison trans . He flew over and bought it as well a a fifth wheeler horse float / caravan. ( holds 5 horses plus has living quarter’s) . He got it converted on the Gold coast back then. It is still going strong a decade later.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah awesome!! That’s great to hear 👍🏼😎
@JustcruznRob-AlanaBuick 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome luv it 👍👍
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Rob 🤙🏼
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
The Allison 10 speed (10L1000) in the Silverado and the Ford 10 speed (10R140) in the Super Duty were co-developed (Allison and Ford). After a few minor teething problems the transmission seems pretty bulletproof. The HD trucks (2500 and up) are a huge step up from the class 2A trucks (150/1500).
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Yeah I knew it was developed with ford. It’s a bloody great box. 👍🏼
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown I hope so. I'm getting one with the H.O. Power Stroke in a F-450.
@davidgoldberg1185 2 жыл бұрын
Nice truck mate
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks david 🙌🏼😁
@jayrobbo6304 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome truck!! The new 2500 Chevy’s look amazing though. Definitely should build one of those when they start rolling them into Aus. I’d be frothin big time hahah🤙🏻🤙🏻
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate and yep the new trucks look insane!!!
@sandt4115 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative video, how do you manage getting a RWC very year while touring outside Qld. Thanks
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
We haven’t had to yet! We always head back to Qld to visit the kids 😁
@Livin_Like_Kings_ 2 жыл бұрын
We have a LC200 and are looking at maybe upgrading to a yank tank. Love your one, just wondering why you went with a 6’ lift? Was there any special reason? Just so we can get an idea of what we want.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
You won’t regret it making the move over. They are bloody awesome. The way I see it is that a two or three inch lift does them no justice. Hence the 6 😂
@Livin_Like_Kings_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown well it does look cool 😎
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Haha - thanks 😁🙌🏼
@rp3874 2 жыл бұрын
Got a Performax converted truck to tow the 4.5T boat. I can't bring myself to take her off road, black-top princess mine is. Get the Banks pedal monster, derringer and exhaust. Awesome mods.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
How good are they to tow with!! Bloody love them. 😂😂😂 I wish mine stayed on the road. Bloody sick of cleaning it.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
I had the derringer on it a while back.
@michaelanderson6359 2 жыл бұрын
Chris … as a fellow Chev owner, loved watching this great review ! Question - where are you running the wiring to the antenna’s ?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael. Glad you enjoyed it. Mate they run back the back of the cab and in through the pressure vents
@michaelanderson6359 2 жыл бұрын
aaah ! very smart 👍🏼
@michaelanderson6359 2 жыл бұрын
attached underneath the rack ?
@davidpitkethly4119 2 жыл бұрын
Love your truck Can you give some more info on the awning and where to find one please thanks Dave And Vicki
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David…mate I’m pretty sure Ironman 4x4 are the dealers for Alucab. 👍🏼
@davidpitkethly4119 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@markmitchell8413 2 жыл бұрын
Very Cool 😎
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😁
@philipfox1952 2 жыл бұрын
I don't know if you have answered this before but here goes. What do you consider to be a safe speed on the open road and why?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
This depends on so many conditions.
@glmaguire 2 жыл бұрын
Love it
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏🏼
@NeilF4x4Crusading 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid, awesome machine, not much you don't have, maybe some bush barrier panels to protect the paintwork, they custom made mine to suit my vehicle
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Neil!! Arh now that sounds like the go!!! 🙌🏼
@sandiberwick4428 2 жыл бұрын
Can you list the brands of all the add ons on your truck pretty please. Tyres bull bar lights ect
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
We mentioned all the names in the video and in the description below are all the links 👍🏼
@travistuohey5391 2 жыл бұрын
What are you looking to get for the truck with everything included if you decide to upgrade ADU
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Probably around the $260k mark without the Alucab 👍🏼
@jamesmoore3246 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing vehicle 👌 would love to drive it see what it's like
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James! 😁
@qcordep1323 2 жыл бұрын
Absolute rig! If you had to get rid of either the van or the Silverado, which would it be? Say, swap the van for a wind up Jayco or the truck for a run of the mill dual cab.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hmmmm tough choose 😎🤷🏽♂️
@robertcudlipp3426 Жыл бұрын
Have viewed the video seems like there are a few others attracted to these 4.5 type vehicles. Keep enjoying.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Yep there sure is…we absolutely love it for touring
@robertcudlipp3426 Жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown From the earlier FB pictures , didn't realise it was essentially a truck. Wouldn't fancy trying to replicate those 25mm parking spots you apparently like.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Haha it’s easy to park once you’re use to it
@lukebossley520 6 ай бұрын
I just wish I could get one of those canopies here in the states.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 6 ай бұрын
Maybe one day 🤪
@safetybeachbungalows7152 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the Chev tour. Quick question. How do you get your spare tyres on/off?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!! I can get it off with the right technique 🤙🏼🙌🏼
@safetybeachbungalows7152 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown so pure muscle. I thought you may have a small pulley system or winch.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
@@safetybeachbungalows7152 haha maybe a bit of that too 💪🏼😝
@bushmagpie3312 2 жыл бұрын
Great setup. Mariam is Chris compensating for being small? With all his “jack-off” canopy and other items I think he maybe over compensating a tad. These vehicles are perfectly suited for towing just a shame the price of them is Aus is over twice of American market. If US can build righthand drive and reduce them to about $110k the Landcruiser would die off. I’m with Chris and love the new 2500HD. Keep the videos coming.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Haha gee we haven’t heard that before 😂😂😁 Yeah it’s the shipping, taxes and conversion that’s costs a lot. Even if they did build them RHD I don’t think they’d pass on the saving.
@bushmagpie3312 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown I heard during the blog you were looking into a dingy? I’ve looked into them and a 6hp electric motor so they will charge from caravan or from 50Vdc solar panel. I was interested in NAVY6 by ePropulsion. I know your into off grid kind of stuff. Have a look and do a short blog if it interests you. No need to carry boat fuel and there light and don’t need servicing.
@rodmcisaac3 2 жыл бұрын
How is the front end holding up? All of our NA trucks have unit bearing issues and tie rod ends seem to be weak. 04 Dodge 3500 here.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Rod it’s been perfect. We’ve done nearly 70 thousand ks in all sorts of crazy conditions and nothing has gone wrong.
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
I fixed the unit bearing problem on my Ram 2500 with a Dynatrac Free Spin Kit. You get conventional roller bearings with better bearing spacing and can unlock the hubs which bought me about 1.5 mpg highway when unlocked.
@PhilShenton 2 жыл бұрын
Do you get water in your rear tray drawer buckets? My GCI rear tray drawers on my RAM fill with water and soak the contents every time I drive in the rain.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Oh shit! Nah I don’t get any in mine. Have you checked in with GCI?
@PhilShenton 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown Yes, sent them pictures and videos, they're looking in to it. Probably just a seal thing.
@Aussietruckie05 2 жыл бұрын
The ASV RAMS are converted in the same Walkinshaw factory as your silverado and are also factory backed
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I wasn’t sure how that worked. The Chev trucks were sold and backed by HSV / GMSV but wasn’t sure about ram
@raymonds7492 2 жыл бұрын
They make powered rock sliders now, but i don't know if they make them for your truck.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Raymond….yeah they do have them for my truck but I wasn’t a great fan of them. I might try them on my next truck 👍🏼😁
@neilandbarbstravels8088 2 жыл бұрын
How do you run a double induction cooker on a 2000 wat inverter
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Easy!! Have both the plates on just over half heat. Because they run so hot we only ever run them at half heat anyway
@nrmjessop1257 2 жыл бұрын
With your 2000w inverter how can you run 2 induction hobs at the same time ? We use the same size inverter (its Redarc) but it grunts if we use the induction hob and any other electric item at the same time. Are your induction hobs a low output ? Say 1000w each ?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Mate we only ever use the induction at just over half. Any higher and it burns things. Our enerdrive inverter Powers them both 👍🏼
@nrmjessop1257 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your honesty. BIG.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy…any time
@darronjohns5735 2 жыл бұрын
Great truck. I like it but there are no more holden dealer ships any more. I maybe wrong!!! Please correct me.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
There are still golden dealerships. They may not be branded holden but still service and spares. GM Specialty Vehicles are the new dealers now
@gordocampbell9254 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the truck only thing I don’t like is the column shift, but I hear the new model has the floor shift 🤞
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate….haha I said the same thing when buying one but now love it. Pretty sure the new one is still column shift
@gordocampbell9254 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown great videos mate luv watching you guys Look up Motrolix new 2022 Silverado interior it shows a T bar auto floor shift 😊😊
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah bro that’s the baby 1500
@gordocampbell9254 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown sorry dude my bad 🤐
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
All good bro…the new 1500 interior is 👍🏼
@Greatgadgetsgear Жыл бұрын
1500 also come with an upgraded tow package which increases the towing capability. 😎
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
👍🏼 the HDs have been downgraded to meet ADR
@Greatgadgetsgear Жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown Living in the US has some advantages lol.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
@@Greatgadgetsgear haha it sure does
@Greatgadgetsgear Жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown Awesome build congrats and enjoy!
@robpeel8407 2 жыл бұрын
Hi champions I think it’s a no brainer buying a chev 2500 The main reason for me was the price I got quotations for the ram 173k ford 189k Chev 153k drive away I’ve got a black midnight edition coming, ordered last year for 30 June delivery, but now they are saying September this year. Any way Thats how it’s Love the episode you have given me lots of ideas.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Mate that’s awesome!!! For a turn key package you can’t go wrong
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
Those prices are incredible. I put in a 2022 Super Duty order this summer and went with a high trim (King Ranch). It has since been converted to a 2023 and we'll see if it ends up being a 24+. For the F-450 KR with the high output diesel was $93k and I thought that was a lot (my Ram 2500 Cummins was $42k in 2010).
@beanys6x4adventures92 2 жыл бұрын
Gday guys, What brand of induction cooktop in the Black Truck please
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hey…it’s a Safery 🤙🏼
@beanys6x4adventures92 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown thankyou was looking at them. Remodelling my canopy on the back of my 6wheeler.
@andrewolley7802 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris who did the GVM engineering and certification for you?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Andrew…this done through a private engineer who has since retired. Mate there are heaps out there. Just do a little research and you should find one. 👍🏼
@andrewolley7802 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown thanks mate
@allansmith257 2 жыл бұрын
Awsome I’d have one in a second We have a 200 series v8 petrol because that’s what we could afford
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
And good on you Allan. I bet it does the job bloody well too 🙌🏼😁
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
Any reason that you went with a Silverado HD 2500 with a GVM upgrade rather than a Silverado HD 3500 SRW?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
Hey Rich, GMSV don’t bring the 3500 into australia mate
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown That's a little weird. The 3500 SRW is pretty much identical to a 2500. Just the spring rates are different. Love the truck BTW.
@scottspitty8283 2 жыл бұрын
Love to see how it handles the Gibb & Kalumburu roads, Cape York has nothing on them
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
I’m sure it will handle it just fine 👍🏼😁
@scottspitty8283 2 жыл бұрын
It will be great to see, looking forward to it
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
They are tough as nails mate. I’m looking forward to it too 👍🏼😁
@lone_camper_001 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 200, in hind sight I should have got an American ute. Although how I’ve set the 200 up for remote lone camping and touring is nice, but yes next one will be an American ute for sure.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah there is no doubting that the 200 is an awesome car…but still only 3500kg BTC which doesn’t suit us. I think once people have the facts they will seriously think twice when upgrading in the future.
@lone_camper_001 2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieDestinationsUnknown absolutely, I have a 4015kg gvm upgrade but gcm is unchanged. I weigh in at 3200 empty with fuel but nothing else. With our 3t van and car limited to 3.85t (and not 4015) it all works (just!!!!!!) but are looking at a heavier offroad van in a few years…so vehicle upgrade will be essential. Can’t wait for that day 👌👍😁😊, hopefully Covid tax has left us by then.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
You’ve got it all planned out…good on you! And safe travels. Might see you out there 👍🏼
@shrekkers907 2 жыл бұрын
Ordered a 350 at the end of Jan. cannot wait!!! But we have to 😢
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Bloody awesome!! 🤙🏼😁
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
Did you get it yet? I'm still waiting on a 450 order (in the US).
@shrekkers907 Жыл бұрын
@@rich7447 still waiting….
@rich7447 Жыл бұрын
@@shrekkers907 That hurts!
@petersimpson6110 11 ай бұрын
I traded my chev in on the F250 Platinum, just a bit better and more refined over the rest, but yes, I would never go back to a Toyota LC after 12 years in my F250
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 11 ай бұрын
It would be very hard to not have an American truck after having one. That’s the truth! 😅
@chrismoustrides3905 4 ай бұрын
Tuff 💯
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 4 ай бұрын
We loved that truck! We’ve been in our new one for 12 months now, and are about to build the 2024 model in April! We LOVE them! 😁
@chrismoustrides3905 4 ай бұрын
We own several classic Chevrolet vehicles in the Adelaide Hills, but our touring 4WD is just a Holden Colorado.
@OnehungLowe Жыл бұрын
so do you need to fill out a log book ?
@AussieDestinationsUnknown Жыл бұрын
No you don’t mate…don’t have to worry about weigh bridges either
@reeloffroadadventure9076 2 жыл бұрын
I've been looking into the whole lr lice and a ram2500 im finding .02 bal but that's in nsw maybe someone in the comments can correct me
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that sounds right to me
@lewisbarnes4799 2 жыл бұрын
Change your rego to SA and then no Annual Check required and it will be cheaper also.
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I would need to have a residency in SA to do that
@WindowNT 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to meet up and compare our 200series 6x6
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Sounds like a beast!!! 😁😁😁
@skidsfordays3434 2 жыл бұрын
Is the new truck american truck or Australian made
@AussieDestinationsUnknown 2 жыл бұрын
💯 American!! We will be sticking with chev for sure. The new one will come from GM Specialty Vehicles
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