EXPEDITION HOLLAND TRACK - Tackling Outback Australia on our own in a 1983 EX-ARMY TRUCK

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@Juss4Funn 2 жыл бұрын

this is one of your best and my favorite vids from your channel..... Thanks for taking me along to a part of the world that I would never know about.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Feedback like this means so much to us! Thank you so much for following along.

@garyb931 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Vid. My wife and I did the Holland Track in Christmas 2008 in a D22 Nissan Navara. It's a very isolated part of Australia indeed. This brings back some good memories.

@karlruprecht5885 2 жыл бұрын

As an old soldier the start of this brought chills that low air warning 😊great job young fella ✌

@richarddunlap1165 2 жыл бұрын

hey guys Rich here in Gloucester Va USA been watch'n ya all for a couple weeks . love the Mog I'v had 4 of them and now have a military Stewart Stevenson that i'm converting into a camper. Hope to do what you guys a re doing in the near future. i'm disabled and move kind of slow but making some progress. you guys keep the vids comming have fun and be safe

@WEEKENDER4X4 2 жыл бұрын

At least you had plenty of firewood! Haha. Looks like an awesome track guys!

@shawnbroby5200 2 жыл бұрын

So,so good! Bowser looks great out there. Such beautiful country! Though it’s slow going, the mog seems to be eating it up! Great video!

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Shawn for following along!

@whiteeulogianraven7995 2 жыл бұрын

Let me just say your editing skills are a Masterpiece. Transitions, soundtrack accuracy, Ang-les (haha also Ang-elical), story telling, filters... All that is worthless without talent, a story and three crazy performers... Well, obviously, Australia mates. Simply Majestic.... Spectacular (said somebody else).

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it, thank you as always for following along! PURA VIDA!

@UnimogAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great trip, so desolate after the bush fire. I sent a message via Facebook, we have canvas covers over the windows, and they cost very little and work great.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Iain, you and Trish have nailed it!

@jamesredgrove6141 2 жыл бұрын

That first sequence gave me goosebumps, I can't wait until our Mog is ready and I'm pottering about I the morning light preparing it for adventures! Good going guys 💪🏻💪🏻

@norafinley5216 2 жыл бұрын

what a great adventure guys. Chris's driving skill is excellent. Safe trip guys. looking forward watching your next episode XX

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Nora for your kind words as always!

@ianhoward4320 Жыл бұрын

Can see it's tough going and the stress between you two plus exhaustion can take it's toll on you as it shows here but respect each other and remember you are a team also and speaking to each other respectfully is very important, the devotion between you two is awesome and at the end of the day just a kind word goes along way.

@mothergoose3064 2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I did the Holland around this time last year, by ourselves in our Colorado. Loved it. The problem with going a bit faster on the better parts of the track is the risk of staking a tyre on tree roots that stick out on the edge of the track. I destroyed a BFG K02.

@DTCampingAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing can beat the unimog - the ultimate explorer vehicle! Great adventure guys!

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching, we are glad to hear you enjoyed the episode!

@joshedcostanza 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite videos from your channel. Super cool to see you put the mog and yourselves through a challenging trail.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you so much Josh, so glad you enjoyed it! It was probably one of the hardest to film/edit, a lot of footage 😄

@jackhinds7187 2 жыл бұрын

For the Washboards, dropping your tire pressure another 10-15 psi will help a lot (you've got enough sidewall). To help protect your windows add grates or a trim with a ramped leading edge. Love the videos, keep them coming.

@tumeloselate3795 2 жыл бұрын

It's always advisable for both of you be able to comfortably drive the Unimog and even going offroad in case anything happens. I hope you enjoy the country side and wishing you all the best.

@thisneurodiverselife 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome trip. The Holland Track has been on my bucket list for years. One Life, One Search, Shane

@zoezoe610 2 жыл бұрын

Top intro !!

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Zoe, we enjoyed filming it!

@vunugubike 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet vid. Production values just keep getting better. Looks like a proper adventure.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Alister, that's a really nice feedback to hear! We spent even more time filming/editing this one so we're glad you liked it :)

@antonywebster6614 2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you both well from Switzerland. Follow your trips when ever I can. Lovely couple.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Antony for watching all the way from Switzerland!

@zoezoe610 2 жыл бұрын

You can put protective film on the windows, a bit like tint on the outside. Another channel with a mog put and piece of small channel on each side of the window and fitted a slide in piece of canvas to protect against trees. " Unimog Adventures "

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

We've been in touch with Iain and Trish in that regards, they did a really good job!

@briancohen1967 2 жыл бұрын

Use helicopter tape got it on my mountain bike frame

@jamest5149 2 жыл бұрын

A suggestion… Put some clear film (PPF) on the windows to protect against the pin strips, also make some aluminum window covers that are hinged at the top so act like sun shades when up and keep the sun out plus are a real robust guard against damage and good for security 👍

@australiantruckspotting8883 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome machine

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@jessicakedzlie7742 2 жыл бұрын

WOW 🤩, what an epic journey , the fuel ⛽️ is only a small part of this incredible adventure!!

@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 2 жыл бұрын

good vid on you travels thanks lee

@the_mammut8589 2 жыл бұрын

Well my guess was spot on... Man these colours in the shot at the beginning they are something special.

@-TruthHurts 2 жыл бұрын

i still remember when i did my military driving school on an Unimog with simulated combat conditions.....this truck is a beast and almost unstopable in any terrain... seeing the footage you should contemplate to fit some kind of roof rack to fend off branches and to protect your cabin.

@stopitiwantmore9809 2 жыл бұрын

By far my favourite channel on KZfaq. Keep it up!

@ianbutterworth1 2 жыл бұрын

If you want to avoid scratches on your windows when doing tracks like this try some cheap book contact. A couple of layers and then you can rip it off when you are done. Should only cost a few bucks.

@gregntammie 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Mog is a beast, amazing scenery.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Greg for taking the time to comment!

@LAP1050 2 жыл бұрын

MOG to Chris “So we’re trekking the Holland Trail eh, here hold my beer🍺” Another great video guys 👍🇺🇸

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you as always for commenting and watching!

@stuartwilson5634 2 жыл бұрын

Just brilliant guys, Ange, your a legend.

@sultanamajam9725 2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME TEAMWORK Incredible video. Thanx

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@josephstevens3357 2 жыл бұрын

The Mean Machine handles it!! Enjoy the adventure guys!

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you as always Joseph!

@inspirationadventure197 2 жыл бұрын

As usual another great video guys, keep up the awesome work!

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for following the channel for so long!

@inspirationadventure197 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOutFit thank you for all your amazing videos.

@chrishoward4546 2 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done thank you for your hard work and milk that Ankle for all its worth

@alf637 2 жыл бұрын

You have to replace the windows with those used by the UNICAT camper truck brand. They are made of glass, and the glass is a little behind without protruding. On the other hand, protection bars must be installed on the entire front part of the housing module, so that the trees do not damage it. another improvement is to move the spare tire location to the rear, so you can install a new water or fuel tank where it is now. but I guess the little MOG is not finished yet. Thanks for sharing your adventures. Greetings from Spain.

@tamtam19454 2 жыл бұрын

That intro was FANTASTIC! Great info, love following along :-)

@ericchilver9113 2 жыл бұрын

A gold detector out there would be handy folks. Fuel money.

@timsamoa5944 2 жыл бұрын

Slide in canvas window protectors using tounge and grove connections

@michaelfuchs5034 2 жыл бұрын

Hey.... Chris and Ange., I think this time you gays out did yourselves with the Australian Outdoors Adventures in the outback. At the start of the video clip it was quite nice with the music and with eye bird view taken of the drone too.... Cheers on your new adventures

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Michael for your very nice comment, it's really nice to hear!

@leighdearle5965 2 жыл бұрын

That intro was so awesome guys 😍

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks Leigh! Wish we could have tackled the track together. We'll plan another adventure :)

@Dags470 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid you guys, although I had a little chuckle to myself when you tested the depth of that hole, even though you're on 46" tyres. Lol

@mannycassar7730 2 жыл бұрын

Well done guys great vid safe travels thanks for sharing

@andrewgrant3470 2 жыл бұрын

Hey chris got to teach Ange that the saw only works on one stroke no need for force on the other stroke great vid as always amazing sunrise, it’s amazing how many people go through life missing arguably the best part of day.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew for watching! Chris did show me how to use the saw properly, I was exhausted by that stage so I was trying to give everything I had 😅 It would be such a shame sleeping in in such a beautiful place!

@rogerwileman8399 2 жыл бұрын

I think you are going to see about putting some BUSHBARS on to deflect trees and branches. I am enjoying the trip at the same time

@johnnycrash3270 2 жыл бұрын

hope you brought along a valve stem remover this time lol . 47 KM all day in the Outback I'd rather do that than 47KM on a highway in 3+ minutes .You go Kids 😎enjoy life when you have the energy

@Naessey 2 жыл бұрын

Great lvid. One of the best ones yet. Gotta let Ang drive more. What happens if something happens to you and she’s out of practice. Keep up the great adventures.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and for your nice comment! From 22:17 if you pay attention you can see me on the driver's side :)

@Naessey 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOutFit hahahah so you are but rare appearance.

@townswiley4429 2 жыл бұрын

Chris I'm picturing an extra piece of aluminum running along the top of the box and overhanging the edge and few centimeters or so to hold the branches away from the side. Also maybe and angle piece attached above and below the window to help hold limbs away. Maybe detachable cables like guys run from the fenders of a jeep to the rack, but in your case the cab roof to the box corner. They could clip to the piece I suggest adding... unclip them when not on a tight track.

@laurentrichard7541 2 жыл бұрын

Bonjour Angie et Chris, quel plaisir de vous voir évoluer dans ces paysages avec le mog. De France, cela fait rêver 😍 Bonne route ou plutôt, bonne piste 😉

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Merci beaucoup Laurent pour le soutien, ca fait toujours plaisir des commentaires en francais!

@cliff7536 2 жыл бұрын

You can build tree limb protection that is lightweight and runs in an arch from your front bumper corners, up and over the top of the box. Low hanging branches, wires, etc just slide up and over.

@dalehunt1383 2 жыл бұрын

Pinstripes add character! 🤣

@888hidi7 2 жыл бұрын

Gday Chris/Ange, nice footage ,don't be discouraged ,enjoy the serenity, I'd love to be doing a trek in a Mog/home right now,keep it up 👍 goodstuff guys, avagood1, Ron

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ron for your support!

@jorrumtucker7876 2 жыл бұрын

yeah some big bog holes on the Hollands track, yeah you do need scrub bars/bar work on the cabin to deflect the trees, makes a huge difference, great in land road, a bucket list, yes it's the slowest crossing I've seen, well done, you have the record

@yanisrihandayani 2 жыл бұрын

nice video very amazing, thanks for sharing

@markparish9072 2 жыл бұрын

looking good. well prepped. mind that ankle you might have Ange getting some more driving experience. In the past have known some comp safari crews share driving tasks one doing gears while the other drives? teamwork . looking forward to the next installment of real adventure. good to see Bowser looking after you after all the care he has received over the last year.

@unpluggedkiwi1063 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy all your content, but must admit it is the driving that interests me the most. Safe travels

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for following along!

@Freagel77 2 жыл бұрын

Windows: Take a look at KTC or Outbound, or search for something similar in Australia. Or cheaper, build some bushcovers whitch are "easy" to remove

@bwarrior6340 Жыл бұрын

Great vid guys. You can reduce your tyre pressure much more. Landcruiser club guys would love the vid.

@jasonh4167 2 жыл бұрын

Hello regarding protection of the mog(solar panels) i myself would run a bar (1-2" dia.) Across the top edge of camper and bow down towards the cab A pillar and hover over cab then across and back up the other side. Only attached to camper sec.

@eenvoet 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like there is some scrub bars being installed in the not so distant future. Great videos, please keep them coming.

@pallasxo8222 2 жыл бұрын

In this video what is the name of the music, (group, album) ? Love your channel. first rate, you two are amazing. & yes , very knowledgeable.

@guilhemtricou6355 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, Encore une belle vidéo !! L’aventure monte d’un niveau !! De magnifique prises de vues, merci pour les paysages. Un grand bravo à cet assistant capable de tout faire !!😜 Bon courage pour cette cheville douloureuse, un peu de glace pour la soulager le soir !?! Merci beaucoup 🙏. A bientôt Guilhem

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Merci Guilhem pour le soutien! Heureusement la cheville de Chris va mieux :)

@R.Sole88109 2 жыл бұрын

Good episode, Cheers for posting🍺 Nice to see you doing a good walkaround check 1st thing. Mint driving through the tight bits👍🏻 The easiest solution for the windows would be a anti-shatter window film when you can get it. Till then a piece of canvas over the outside with the front edge tucked in as you close the window. Have a good'un.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

@R.Sole88109 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOutFit That's kind of you but the kudos is all yours for making the videos that we gob off on😂

@SemperDiscens 2 жыл бұрын

Hope your ankle is feeling better Chris. That’s some cool drone footage. Looking at getting one myself to set on follow mode etc

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

It wasn't as bad as we thought luckily! Definitely worth it :) it gives you such an unique perspective! You will have some sick footage with that beast you're getting 🔥

@Lottahops 2 жыл бұрын

Possibly roof bar halo! Perimeter style protection that would take first contact of tall leaning trees and not rub the Camper or Windows. It may be best to make your own custom style. Just an idea going with what you mentioned in the video, Love your treks, stay safe :-)

@CassiarClan 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like you need some body bush bars mounted on your truck.

@rjl110919581 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for your video

@zulustu8214 2 жыл бұрын

Good video… looks like you need brush bar protection.. great effort

@rudeboy8628 2 жыл бұрын

Have you guys thought of adding some protective piping / cab sliders ( got no idea what they call it)that will protect your cabin in the back from the trees. a 4x4 would have these run between his front and rear bar along the side to protect his panels. if you run them from the chassis up and around the box. just for a bit of peace of mind.

@dannyconelly1454 2 жыл бұрын

a text book first parade at the start there!

@4x4touring47 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job slow going in the mog! Time to smell the scenery 👌👍 You need to get yourselves a silky hand saw. Way better than the bow saw. Flip out blade so it's very compact and there are bigger ones like the big boy for bigger branches but that's probably where the chainsaw comes in. What size chainsaw do you have? Been thinking about a Makita for a while now . . . Keep on truckin 👌👍😎

@smelltheroses7267 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! 👍

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@michaelkeenan6668 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like you guys could do with a Silky Saw (Japanese Pull Saw) to do you bush/track clearing and cutting of fire wood. Would save lugging around the elec chain saw. I have a large 500mm blade on mine, which may be a bit too big and dangerous. They are amazing and will cut what you had in this video with a couple of strokes. May also save the blade on the chain saw for when you really need it?

@stuartjones1298 2 жыл бұрын

Ang was a weapon on those trees

@danpoczynek 2 жыл бұрын

Time for some scrub bars on the habitat box

@TheOffgridNomadUK 2 жыл бұрын

Iam looking at glass windows for my truck to stop scratches. There not cheap but it's what all big companies use. Bars on the roof a must mine saves my solar from been ripped off.

@Iswhatitisssss 2 жыл бұрын

Have you guys ran into any mechanical problems along the journey? These mogs are the coolest things ever. I’m In process of selling my Harley’s and buying one

@phillipdean9879 2 жыл бұрын

What a trip! Couple of real tight spots there! MOG s just walking thru it all! Have you checked your fuel usage Chris? How much are you carrying? Stunning country! 🍺🍺

@grantmatthews7728 2 жыл бұрын

Iain and Trish @unimogadventures have the solution, although your windows are quite high. Cool countryside, thanks for the history of the track too

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Grant! We can reach our windows with our telescopic ladder so that's not an issue :)

@tonyturner6687 Жыл бұрын

I was fully enjoying the Holland Track video GUY’s but you lost me when you put your sticker over the landrover sticker in the metal box (Haha). I’ll have to take my defender down the track and stick a landrover one over yours. Only joking guys I’m loving all your video adventures and am envious of your rig (one power ball) best truck for off road ever.safe travels and have fun. 🤠

@andrefischer5025 2 жыл бұрын

Slow going tracks…. 40km in a day sounds not too bad…. I had (in a normal 4wd) 1st low idle for 6 days because of corrugations, 2 days for a normally 2hr run due to water and others. Don’t let that get you down, it’s part of it and sometimes leads to awesome experiences you’d otherwise miss. Guess the only real concern would be did you use 40km worth of fuel or a day’s worth of fuel? What I’ve seen in other videos is that the scrub bars from bonnet to cab roof + bars around the box roof seem to work well. The branches kind of get deflected early and then pushed along to the roof bars, giving them not much opportunity to touch the box. There’s a video of a Mog going the Canning Stock Route on KZfaq that shows it nicely. I did those narrow sections in a Patrol and it took a beating, but that Mog seemed to go through fine.

@benjaminchadwick3318 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual. What stairs are you using with that concertina effect?

@nicgillingham7081 2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate love the mog and vids, but a heads up a lot of truckers have bad knees and ankle from jumping constantly of the their truck no matter the height. It’s just that constant impact over time. Maybe that’s what flatting up your ankle cheers

@randomfootage1488 2 жыл бұрын

clear tint the outside of the windows is what I do with off-road caravan

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

We'll look into it, thank you for the tip!

@christyrrell9762 2 жыл бұрын

Howdy from Melbourne. Love your content!!! 1, Radiator hoses. 2, Love the high drone shots. Can you please do a/some rising, very high, slow 360 pan to show how big and flat it is out there. 3. At 20.11 losing fluid/water.. 4. Thank you for bring the outback into our homes. 5. Please, seat belts, always. no-one ever said, I shouldn't have put that belt on!!! Ok, maybe

@mediumDave 2 жыл бұрын

I do know someone that claims that a police officer told them they would’ve died in a crash they were in if they HAD been wearing a seatbelt, and for the last 25 years has refused to wear a seatbelt ever!!! Despite them also claiming they know it’s dumb!

@christyrrell9762 2 жыл бұрын

There it is!!!!!

@Dennis-zr3fb 2 жыл бұрын

Love yor videos, Ange doesnt need to go to the Gym with the getting in and out and running up and down the track lol, I have driven a Mog in my Army days, they are very capable, but still wouldnt use one for what you guys are planning, and my reasons are obvious, but good luck you've put alot blood swear and tears into it, really looking forwad to you journeys

@waynelemmon3007 2 жыл бұрын

To solve your window scratching, I've seen another mog owner that made up canvas covers to cover the windows. The canvas fits into sail track mounted top and bottom of the windows. Seems to work for them.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Iain & Trish have done such a great job, we've been in touch with them since then in that regards :)

@waynelemmon3007 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOutFit glad you knew who I was talking about.

@straylineoutdoors5259 2 жыл бұрын

Would running some limb risers (line) from the top corners of the cab to top corners of the box help deflect brush?

@walterrwrush 2 жыл бұрын

yep skiping that last step on a mog will get us allin the end

@Kathikas1 2 жыл бұрын

In extremis, would it be useful for the driver to be able to simultaneously operate the winch from the cab?

@seanchristie7150 2 жыл бұрын

awesome video, The Holland track looks so very different after the fires, would be cool to see in wildflower season.

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Sean! We were also surprised with the lack of wildlife.

@seanchristie7150 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOutFit at least it will come back with the wildflowers n regrowth

@flybyairplane3528 2 жыл бұрын

Hello guys , did you get a ‘PLOUGH’ TYPE ANCHOR as yet ? For serious self rescue using your electric winch , enjoy your trip. STAY WELL, God Bless CHERIO,🇦🇺🇦🇺🇺🇸🇺🇸

@JudgieRob0422 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris and Ange, absolutely love watching your videos, we are in the process of sell up and getting ready to go on the road for the next couple of years, I have a couple Thunder 15000kg snatch straps that I bought thinking it would be good for ute and camper recovery, but I now realise that it’s too large for our dual cab 4wd, been trying to sell, but would like to give to you guys as a gift, never been used, 2 in total more suitable for your vehicle, if you are interested please send a personal message and i will drop them in the post, keep producing great content

@TheOutFit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! We already have a full recovery kit, thank you for thinking of us, that is very thoughtful of you! Wishing all the best with your travels :)