Graham Cahill's D-MAX in detail! How to set up your dual cab ute to go anywhere!

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4 жыл бұрын

You've seen this modified DMAX go up and down just about every tough 4WD in Australia. It's about time we show you what we've done to make it one of the best dual cab ute builds in Australia!
Learn more about the MITS Alloy canopy here: mitsalloy.com.au/
Learn more about Graham's suspension setup from Fulcrum Suspensions here: fulcrumsuspensions.com.au/
There's one massive change that's happened just recently - we have worked with custom canopy legends MITS Alloy to build a dual cab canopy for Graham's Isuzu D-MAX.
This dual cab ute build is one that'll take you anywhere around Australia - check it out!
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@nicholasmcclellan5117 4 жыл бұрын

1. Arnhem Land 2. Rear winch, light bar on the roof and long range fuel tank from brown Davis

@Mark_Bridges 4 жыл бұрын

Rear winch and tanks, yep. Front-facing roof-mounted light bar is illegal in most states including NSW where the car is registered, so that's a no.

@braydenjewell 4 жыл бұрын

Why on the roof ? i've only had trouble with roof mounted bars lighting up rain and dust infront of my windscreen

@Mark_Bridges 4 жыл бұрын

@@braydenjewell Dunno why it's illegal. If it was legal I'd probably have a light on the roof on my car too.

@braydenjewell 4 жыл бұрын

Mark Bridges nah I meant like why would you have one on your roof? I’ve only ever had bad experiences with it.

@bryanpayne1054 4 жыл бұрын

You are the reason I got my Dmax, Graham! Work horse during the week and dirty girl on weekends! Love the set up mate! Defiantly think a tune and an exhaust to show the proper potential of the 4jj1 should be the next mod!

@mulishapatrol 4 жыл бұрын

I'm buying on later this year as well, I'll still keep my trusty s4 patrol for the harder tracks!

@schnorky10 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you haven’t had any issues Bryan, I now own Graeme’s red d-max, and Izuzu won’t warrant it because it’s modified. 3 years old, 50,000km and they won’t cover any of my issues.

@mobydickmischeivousadventures Жыл бұрын

@@schnorky10 what year is it?

@StreetsandTracks 4 жыл бұрын

Love this D-Max and really like your idea of keeping it pretty simple! Top man Graham!

@K.Mohd16 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta love the energy and joy he's showing for the new canopy. Like a kid and his new toy👍👍👍

@iancarman 4 жыл бұрын

That's a damn tidy canopy setup and I reckon the old DMAX looks a whole heap better with it on. I'm keen as to see it out and about on your upcoming trips 🤙

@thebiggreedybastard5462 4 жыл бұрын

Ian Carman I can hear your Aussie accent when your write buddy! I found it funny. Hello from Canada!

@hanifalihasanain5261 4 жыл бұрын

What a legend. love the new canopy Graham! looks waaaayyyyyyy better than before. Really love the concept of keeping it simple, but capable with "only" 31s and rear locker.

@craigwillis3372 4 жыл бұрын

Never see you so excited G...mods look great and well done as always !!

@callumdobbs7510 4 жыл бұрын

I live in New Zealand and absolutely love the fraser trips you guys film, I'm sure you guys love them too! Would be good to see the improved dirty 30 in a video!! And next mod/mods I'd do would be body lift and 33's better ground clearance BUT it makes life alot easier to clean everything out from between driveline and the bash plates. Absolutely love the dmax, great work!!

@Matthew-ef6cb 4 жыл бұрын

Love the new canapy I wish I could go on a trip with you guys

@maccabad8137 4 жыл бұрын

I reckon put a nice exhaust on the DMAX

@alanmeljonmorales6730 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah love you're idea mate

@DanielB-py1yi 4 жыл бұрын

DPF model, no point other than create noise.

@TomMacca 4 жыл бұрын

BiLL zor remove the dpf🤣🤷🏼‍♂️

@kickznbeats1014 4 жыл бұрын

@@DanielB-py1yi doesn't the dpf do the opposite in regards to making noise?

@jeremymosley5320 4 жыл бұрын

Man I was stoked to see the new upgrades. Performance wise, seems to have all the power it needs. Front locker would definitely be the next upgrade! Huge huge fan of the show. Plan to build my own soon. Keep it up!! Elgin, SC USA!!!

@nicholasplumer2235 4 жыл бұрын

Great setup! I love the new canopy. The D-Max is almost as legendary as Shorty. As far as locations, more beach trips!!! Those are my absolute favorite.

@japorah 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the Kimberly! About time you headed west

@Evenstephenss 4 жыл бұрын

Love my D-Max too!

@daveb2317 4 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you Graham best thing you ever did to that dmax .I new it when you where eyeing off the canopy in the last episode

@ravensilverleaf 4 жыл бұрын

She's looking awesome, Graham, love that whole set-up, mate. Cheers from The USA!

@jacobchandler2083 4 жыл бұрын

Rear winch and perimeter lighting I think arnhem land needs to happen soon with the dirty 30 I think the dmax would do decent there

@eroldyerkin3033 4 жыл бұрын

Love to see you put your hound in those 'dog boxes' at 3:35

@tkashung6390 4 жыл бұрын

At last u made it ....this DMAX look stunning with ur new canopy. Can't wait to see u in action👍

@Titantramp4u 4 жыл бұрын

First let me say I'm a huge fan of the show....I'm a Southern California guy. I've always been impressed by how well the DMAX performs, and if I didn't see it for myself I'd have a hard time believing it..Here in Southern Cal we mostly do desert type of off roading and I'm sure that's why I enjoy seeing a different type of off roading. Thanks to all the team that puts together the episodes!

@jlh07 4 жыл бұрын

cant wait for the new tassie ep!!

@cooperquinn8897 4 жыл бұрын

Joe Hammersley same as I’m from tassie

@chloesmith9111 4 жыл бұрын

Where are they going in Tassie

@cooperquinn8897 4 жыл бұрын

Chloe Smith dunno but I’m really exited though

@jlh07 4 жыл бұрын

@@chloesmith9111 probably west coast

@chloesmith9111 4 жыл бұрын

I know its good there but come on show me something different

@j__acobdaniel 4 жыл бұрын

Solid axle swap

@deeganprestwood4571 4 жыл бұрын

So keen to see more of the beast of a dmax

@MrMuzza72 4 жыл бұрын

looks great keep up the good work and quality content !

@jordangardner8937 4 жыл бұрын

Time to forge your own track with the dmax, Arnhem Land!

@dan_4jj151 4 жыл бұрын

Power upgrade, let’s see how many horses you can get out of it 🤙

@PatTheRiot 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I have to agree with logic, its pointless really in offroad. As long as you got enough torque to lift the truck loaded you're good. Sure its cool when you got the rod rocket blasting thru the mud pits but meh, I think only 1 rod per gang is enough and perfect that way. lol

@shawnkeenan2576 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for this! When you, I mean Shaun lol helped you break that side window on the topper I couldn’t wait! Looks great!

@dylzki 4 жыл бұрын

Love ur new update to the izuzu

@bradbonell3035 4 жыл бұрын

Lookin mint mate! 👌 I reckon ya could set up a hot water system for those chilly climates and a centre console fridge. I'm about to put one in my rig soon.

@4WD247 4 жыл бұрын

Great ideas!

@barrapigadventures9575 4 жыл бұрын

@@4WD247 Hi guys want to know how long is the canopy for the dmax as mitz have several different sizes.

@ahinds5779 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! But I still miss shorty

@bryanmorse1025 4 жыл бұрын

That canopy kicks ass !! What a great idea to make it modular.

@yoboo6167 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour mate! 🍻

@roadkill4561 4 жыл бұрын

Power, deffintly power. exhaust, tune, custom airbox. maybe some lockers.

@Jermeister 4 жыл бұрын

Graham’s ute set up concept is an inspiration for mine too! Question: would you ever get around to installing a front locker and if not, why?

@thethepete731 4 жыл бұрын

Not Graham, but my thoughts on a front locker with IFS are that unless you're spending big money on high end CV axles, it's too hard on parts. A quality LSD at most in the front is about all I would do for the average IFS rig. With a locker you're apt to start blowing axles apart as soon as you get bound up a bit. Better to just pull cable if you have to.

@jimmybombaya9571 4 жыл бұрын

@@thethepete731 I disagree totally, and as Graham said, the rear locker is amazing when its on, I had a Rear locker only, on my 150 prado, then I added a Front locker...if the rear is amazing wait till see where u can go with the front!! twin locked, start on a uphill sand dune and crawl up...

@thethepete731 4 жыл бұрын

@@jimmybombaya9571 um what? That has little to nothing to do with what I said. A locked, ifs front end will start breaking CVs if you're pushing it, and I would be shocked if that's not a major reason that Graham isn't running one. GM put a locker in the front of the zr2 Colorado, but I would bet it has strategies to help it keep from breaking parts.

@Jermeister 4 жыл бұрын

Valid points all around, thethePete and jimmy bombaya. 👍 Thanks!

@markperry8136 4 жыл бұрын

Actually a front locker helps to stop breaking front cvs because you don't have to give it as much just to get anywhere

@4WDG 4 жыл бұрын

Dude!!!! Best looking D-Max! I love your canopy Graham! 👍👍👍👌

@jakeluff8067 4 жыл бұрын

Keep the way she is now, like you said she takes you everywhere. Spot on.

@tymolony3051 4 жыл бұрын

looks a ton better now. Just try to keep it straight Graham.

@drew5763 4 жыл бұрын

And upright LOL

@mick00023 4 жыл бұрын

You can see he already bent the drivers side mud guard

@mick00023 4 жыл бұрын

Patriot extraordinaire go the 6.12 have a look at the mud guard

@codyboles6124 4 жыл бұрын

mick00023 nice spotting mate 👍

@carbss 4 жыл бұрын

Graham - that's my hammer mate! just chuck it in the post back my way. cheers!

@4WD247 4 жыл бұрын

Too good of a hammer just to be leaving about!

@classicfords8171 4 жыл бұрын

Love it mate!!, best mod so far

@PLUTON9475 4 жыл бұрын

very nice. Congratulations !!!!

@krisstoker3222 4 жыл бұрын

love the new set up... how about going to NEW ZEALAND ;P or south west WA.....

@davidpeterson3147 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not 100% sure about laws down there but I'd reckon it's the same reason our media groups in the US dont film Canada or Mexico very often. Permits and licenses are a pain to get and keep.

@sleepysnz 4 жыл бұрын

@@davidpeterson3147 new zealand is pretty good for 4 wheelin, lots of public (paper roads) to explore, some places it's just asking the land owner if you can gain access in some places

@BeauAtkinson92 4 жыл бұрын

I think it's time for the dmax to hit the Simpson! And for the next mod, a good old 12v oven in that shiny new canopy haha!

@jocummins8889 4 жыл бұрын

Noice, couple of great ideas there, including that ladder, I've nearly come a gutser a couple if times, standing on the tyre or edge of the tray with muddy boots. Always good to see a relatively standard ute out there doing the tough stuff and coming back for more.

@straya6348 4 жыл бұрын

Graham seems like such a top bloke gives the right amount of energy for this show couldn’t imagine anyone else doing it!!. The Dmax looks sick one day I hope to be able to buy and own a forby and hit the tracks I reckon it could cure depression 🤔👍👍

@juniorfuller6829 4 жыл бұрын

I think a rear winch and and front locker would be good.

@Krooker85 4 жыл бұрын

Damaged the RHS mud guard already 😆😆

@benhowell5790 4 жыл бұрын

Haha seen that too, Bubbles

@dartmoordave 4 жыл бұрын

Rigid sheet mudguards are no good off road. Tear into your tyres. Got to be stiff rubber or rubber flap edges up and over. No rubbing strip along the side of the frame either. 50mm Boat DEE snubber would do.

@DJ-mq6tx 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome setup! Thanks for letting us see it! Would love to see some videos in South Australia, maybe the Flinders Rangers?

@deckalnimpey1898 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta love this bloke absolute crack up too watch loving the new tray and canopy looks shmick

@chrism3562 4 жыл бұрын

I saw you eyeballing that canopy last vid after bashing the canopy. Good choice mate!

@4WD247 4 жыл бұрын

First saw it in Sydney last September - been eyeballing it since then!

@JyveKilla 4 жыл бұрын

sway bar disconnects for rocky tracks plus some horsepower and noise!

@henkstols9326 4 жыл бұрын

Best upgrades on my 2009 2.5 Triton super select has been DPF removal, egr blank and software. I have put 265/65 17 tyres and rims on and luckily i bought mine with a aluminum canopy on. The tyres and software has basically made my vehicle drive like a newer model.

@inspire4x4jacko67 4 жыл бұрын

I like the way the tray and rear bar works together

@kaynemacdonald7693 4 жыл бұрын

Next mod should be upgrading to a GQ 🍻

@brendandevulder7762 4 жыл бұрын

D.I.H 4x4 I wanna see that Y62 chop he was talking about doing

@Dylan_Scott 4 жыл бұрын

20" spinner rims.More party lights.

@travisjones1966 4 жыл бұрын

There's always one in every group 😂🤦‍♂️👌🏼🔥

@montanaf2286 3 жыл бұрын

Why stop at 20 inches

@alicephuajuanor 4 жыл бұрын

Your own ep also motivated me and my mother to buy a D-MAX mate. Same colour as yours too mate! Love the the new style.

@darthgerdz 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering what you'd do to the old broken canopy. Well, here's the answer. I'm loving it!

@abrahamlouw2795 4 жыл бұрын

"Relatively stock" Yeah right

@fausto80 4 жыл бұрын

exactly my thought. about as stock as a monster truck

@gperm3710 3 жыл бұрын

Well, I mean, he doesn't have a lot of engine mods, some upgraded suspension and 31s, most vehicles run 33s and up, hence this, you don't need heavy duty CVs, so in terms of pure off road mods, it's just some bar work, winch, tyres (which are almost as small as stock), suspension, rear locker and that's about it, then s canopy (based on his setup) and a roof rack, that's all, no big exhaust, no big tyres, no big lift, no upgraded drive train or any of that fancy stuff

@lukepenfold641 4 жыл бұрын

First

@JC-sr9wf 4 жыл бұрын

Luke penfold When.

@christaifalos2799 3 жыл бұрын

Great overall test/review guys. Well done! A tow test, of say a couple of tons, would be a great addition to the video. Just want that extra towing confidence before buying.

@WhiteCavendish 4 жыл бұрын

Come to Canada, mate! We'll show you lads a mighty good time! :D Love the new canopy, looks absolutely fantastic.

@onepunchmicky666 4 жыл бұрын

It annoys me more than it should that he doesn’t have a front locker 😂

@nelsdemma6907 4 жыл бұрын

awesome upgrades love it

@everetward 4 жыл бұрын

I like the mods that you have recently done and I like that is relatively stock showing people what can be done, settle into the mods you’ve just completed and enjoy it.

@ChrisMiller-gi9ql 4 жыл бұрын

that canopy is bloody stella, love it :D

@bwerx 4 жыл бұрын

Sick rig, mate!

@jimmydelcourt5419 4 жыл бұрын

Hi from your Canadian fan. Really like your truck . Keep up the great work

@johnkdickson8628 4 жыл бұрын

Graham so very impressed by the way you have updated your D x Max this has improved it so much. Graham would Tim build a Can party to be able to sleep in. I have the Isuzu D-Max UTE 2018 model. Never go off road as I tow the boat fishing is my hobby. Be able too sleep in the can party save extra feels in caravan park. Thank you very much for sharing the big update on your D x Max. Regards John Dickson.

@huggy7520 4 жыл бұрын

Wife works in the same complex as where this was built . She told me a few weeks ago of a nice canopy. Showed her this tonight and she said that’s the one I was telling you about .

@thethepete731 4 жыл бұрын

I won't lie. The D-Max is one of my favourites for all the reasons you mentioned. I love seeing how far you can get with such a basic rig. Did you happen to weigh it before and after to see what the bare tray and canopy added for weight vs the stock bed and topper? Also, I think it's worth mentioning the maintenance costs associated with pushing it so hard. As an automotive technician and wheeler, I cannot fathom that you are wheeling that hard with an IFS vehicle (or any vehicle, for that matter), and not replacing front end components like they're a bowl of free candy at a children's party. As much as you "can" do it, doesn't mean it doesn't come with a cost.

@toddmcconnell5275 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Looks great!

@floorit001 4 жыл бұрын

33's and a front locker would make the world of difference!! Love the vids!

@yam8gille 4 жыл бұрын

Next mods I'd like to see on the dmax: How would the Ute tackle tough tracks with front locker; How would the Ute sits with rear coil overs for more flex, but with the extra weight of the new canopy now I dunno if that would be too hard to mod. Anyway, awasome channel, great context, keep posting! Cheers!

@duncang01 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE this show.

@MrSmerb 4 жыл бұрын

Love the new addition think of getting one of them myself, id be doing a long range tank keep that extra water on the back cant wait to see the beast in the next 4wd action vid

@alicephuajuanor 4 жыл бұрын

That's cool with the good old D-MAX and I recking is gonna be epic on the trips. I also reckon the new canopy is damn epic! 👍🤘

@josephkalayzich2004 4 жыл бұрын

Great rig mate

@Amandaandglenn2023 4 жыл бұрын

Next trip would love to see a touring episode. Loved the outback trip you and Shauno did from Broken Hill.

@pblhernandez67 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Rig Graham!!!!!😎

@rororymer6938 4 жыл бұрын

Man I love this truck! I’m in the USA and I’m running a 2018 Toyota Tacoma for small camping trips / weekend drives. I’ve stuffed 33” (255/85r16) maxxis Bighorn MTs under her. As well as a nice by small hybrid bumper on it with a 10k winch hidden behind it. Other than that I’m stock, OEM suspension (tuned by fox and about 1” higher than stock). I’ve got a factory rear locker mated to a 6 speed manual (somewhat rare in the states). Only thing I’d change on your truck is the tire size but not much. I think the 265/75r16 is about the perfect tire for a little truck. Give you about 1” more than where your at now.

@rjl110919581 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for great detail around your great Isuzu DMAX 1.rear winch and long range fuel tank so long distance far beauty place in Australia

@tylawest1111 4 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome 👌🏾

@shanerlawrence 4 жыл бұрын

Graham your dmax is looking sick with that new canopy ❤️

@kenleach2516 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect work Ute and 4wd

@Donkarnage223 4 жыл бұрын

Well done i like it alot!!

@Dudesunperfect 4 жыл бұрын

Love it, For me add solar panel, secure rifle storage in canopy, head unit changed to the hema maps one, lights outside of rear canopy all sides, long range tank and water pump for the tank water.

@skarobeats4383 4 жыл бұрын

That canopy is mint 🔥

@xLife4Lifex 4 жыл бұрын

Love love LOVE the Dmax! Inspo for my next car mate!

@HH-xf9il 4 жыл бұрын

Cruise Ship Horn ! Love that Red - Bare aluminium look

@OppsComment 4 жыл бұрын

Canning Stock route. Exhaust upgrade, long range tank, Intercooler and Kings Roof Top Hard shell Tent with Solar. Love ya work guys...👍

@andrewdomahidy5609 4 жыл бұрын

i enjoy watching your videos

@paulandhelenakathenats4320 4 жыл бұрын

Looks sensational mate, glad you christened it down here in Tassie 👍🏼 We’re just about to take ownership of a MQ Triton with a bit of ARB fruit including canopy and drawer system. Can’t wait to get it it out and about. Maybe a ‘premo’ canopy like yours one day. Love your channel❗️❗️

@AshleyHorne1 4 жыл бұрын

Job well done!

@stevenweatherall1413 4 жыл бұрын

You're the reason my mate has a D-max mate . He was looking at Nissan's and Toyotas and I said "There's this short bloke on KZfaq runs a Isuzu to good effect maybe take a look at one of them". It's as good in Englands mud as it is anywhere. Oh and rear winch, exhaust and Arnhem land