The Fj Cruiser Annual Spring Off Road Shakedown Trip

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The Fj Cruiser Annual Spring Off Road Shakedown Trip
The time of the year has arrived! The Spring Equinox has come and brought warm nights with it. I am headed to the border of Colorado and Utah to explore a new area and to get the Fj Cruiser ready for an upcoming overland adventure that I need to be fully prepared for! As we travel the mountains I am pondering my next vehicle, and listening for squeaks and rattles on the current one! Thanks for coming along, now lets get out there!
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@OscarCastillo-fl9dw Жыл бұрын

Keep the fj no matter what is an icon even if you drive it on the weekends or keep it on the family beautiful capable machine

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks Oscar! It’s sticking around!

@VegaVenturing Жыл бұрын

14 years is a long time to own a vehicle. Happy to hear the FJ has treated you well all those years. Amazingly reliable rig. And I love the rear antenna wagging back and forth like a happy tail. Great video. Thanks for sharing!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

It’s been an adventure packed 14 years!Thank you for stopping by and checking it out!

@marshfootoutdoors Жыл бұрын

Been watching your channel for a few months and every time I watch your videos, I don’t understand why you don’t have way more subs (I mean, I know why, because youtube is a cruel mistress...)

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Haha, I appreciate that! It’s starting to pick up. Who knows what the future holds! I appreciate the kind works, thanks for taking the time!

@eddiev2o9 Жыл бұрын

Your FJ has never left you stranded…keep her till the wheels fall off. I love my FJ more than some friends and family. Whiskey in anything works for me, but definitely will have to try in lemonade. Great video. 🍻 cheers

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thats the plan! Whiskey and lemonade! Thank me now or thank me later! :D

@Bergo101 Жыл бұрын

Quick tip to check if anyone is heading your way is to do a call out on the radio (on the channel that’s most used by 4x4s in your area).

@rafterwhomestead Жыл бұрын

Good idea on taking the new vehicle out and shaking things out in stock form. As I've modified vehicles more and more, I've found that there is good reason for the way things are from the factory and that way more money was spent on the engineering and testing stock components than you could ever spend on aftermarket parts. Expensive aftermarket is expensive for the very same reason, engineering expenses and R&D.

@markspinner7220 Жыл бұрын

My daughter has a Voodu Blue FJ. I show her yours to see what hers could be like but she’s young and broke 😂

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Haha yeah it took a looooong time to get it this way. I bought it when I was young and broke!

@thehauli Жыл бұрын

Our Voodoo Blue FJ keeps rolling on with the next generation as my son takes over from a friend that passed away. Keep up the fantastic work on these wonderful videos. 😎🚙⛰️

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, I am very sorry about your friend.

@MegaRetr 9 ай бұрын

Great Spring shake down trip.

@IndependenceOverland 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for checking it out!

@TwoAcreDesigns Жыл бұрын

Another great video! Whatever you do, dont sell the FJ when the time comes.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

You got it 😉

@t.herold4877 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel and subscribed! Please don't let the success ruin your amazing videos and commentaries. Longtime overlanders like Venture 4WD and Coyote Works lost their way and succumbed to their notoriety. They lost the soul of what got them started in the first place, and I left their stories in the delete pile. Stay humble. Stay appreciative of nature. Stay safe and always seek the horizon!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that. I will do my best to stay on track! Some of my content will start to expand as soon as I can do this full time, but not in the way other youtubers do. I have big plans that will be very cool for everyone to see along the way!

@samhartfieldlewis5247 Жыл бұрын

Looked great fun, the vastness around there must be amazing. Absolutely nothing like that in the Uk 😊. We did live in the US for a few years Massachusetts while that evil pandemic was going on, so didn’t get too do all the stuff thought we may in that time. But on day will get back a explore some more, your dog is super chilled out we have a GSD that is a full on working line. Anyway really enjoy your videos just seem real life more than others, nice going go steady.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! And yes, that pandemic was evil! I’m glad we are past it now for the most part!

@davidmills4714 11 ай бұрын

Just started watching your channel recently and love it. I also have a voodoo blue FJ that has never left me stranded. I'm close to hitting 200k and she runs as well as ever. Cheers!

@IndependenceOverland 11 ай бұрын

Thanks man! It should serve you well! I plan to replace the engine before 300k with a lower mileage set up, just to avoid any potential breakdowns. It’s been a great adventure wagon!

@TheGrumpyGobbler Жыл бұрын

Another great video as per usual. You do a great job at voice-over. Looking forward to seeing what your new rig is.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! And thank you for becoming a Patron! 🙏

@Bergo101 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video, thanks for sharing. Nothing beats the sense of freedom when jumping in the FJ and carving out a new path.. especially with a canine friend on your side.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Traveling with a dog is the best!

@baileylittle5170 Жыл бұрын

Epic drone shot at 19 minutes! 👏👏 really enjoyed this video!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bailey for taking the time to check it out!

@robertherrmann4823 Жыл бұрын

LX570. Plenty of room, but not too big for trails. Get a stock one, add what you need for overlanding. Land Cruiser bones, but not too scarce.

@justinmason5307 9 ай бұрын

Loved our FJ while we had it. so many family adventures. long distance and local yocal stuff. the go anywhere (I wanted it to) vehicle. Reliable. 4x4 trails river crossing, or costco trip for a months worth of food. kids to school, and a trip to the hills is a good daily routine. Miss it so much. sold it (huge profit for what we spent) bought a tesla Y. No regrets, but the Tesla cant do the 4x4 trails, sad, but hey no regrets, I plan to get another FJ soon. Rock on!. Great vid, thank you for sharing. -JM

@IndependenceOverland 9 ай бұрын

Fun fact, my brother in law is a huge part of model Ys existence. He is a major part of the development of the alloy used to produce the back half of the vehicle and the alloy is even nicknamed after him internally. It’s made like die-cast toy car, which is pretty challenged to do due to the part being so large. Teslas are cool!

@incognitext8041 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! Awesome film work and FJ!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏

@Stealth_Overlanding Жыл бұрын

Awesome video man! I honestly look forward to every video you come out with. I love that you always have your dog with you. You truly have amazing content!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking it out I really appreciate it! 🙏

@Muddymikey Жыл бұрын

I'm a new subscriber and I just wanted to say your video was awesome. The drone shots, the night time lapse, great eye candy. Your partner is pretty cute too. Like the way her little tongue hangs out when she relaxes. Very enjoyable. I saw your video about the new Tacoma and decided to check some of your other videos out, glad I did.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I was on a 2 week trip, sorry for my late reply. Thank you for taking the time to check out my other videos. These are really where my hearts at for video production. Thank you!

@mauricerussell3430 Жыл бұрын

Just awesome and so inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you Maurice! 🙏

@davidrucci Жыл бұрын

Love it bro. Epic night footage. 🙌🤙 A shakedown is essential before an expedition, so true. As is just another excuse to head out and go camping. 😆👊 Is that a SuperPro rear sway?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

No sir that’s from Icon. They no long make it, but was necessary for this particular Diamond axle since the inspection hole is sort of in the way. I just painted the bar to look fancy!

@davidrucci Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland gotcha. I’ve been thinkin’ about going with maybe the Apache one. It’s a little more 🥩. I’ll be interested to see what fits and what doesn’t though during the axle swap so we’ll see I guess. Lol. 🤞😬

@beam3250 Жыл бұрын

Great content. Feels like sitting by the campfire with you. It seems you have said goodby to the FJ. You carry a lot of stuff and the FJ seems heavy loaden. Do not get bigger for more overkill. You will turn around one time and get lighter/smaller. I do not know any vehicle on the sweetspot of capability/reliability/lightweight. But maybe one can tell me

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I don’t need more room for more camping gear, I’m set as far as that goes. I need more space so all that same gear isn’t in a huge stack. Getting to my camera gear easier is what I’m aiming for.

@robbergstrom943 Жыл бұрын

Great Spring shake down trip. You can definitely get one more season out of that trusty steed. Looking forward to seeing your new ride.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

She just keeps on ticking! Tried and true! The next one will be a fun new adventure though!

@eprohoda Жыл бұрын

Thank you,how unreal shots, :)

@robertrhode6104 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for next time.

@explore_off_road Жыл бұрын

Why do lemonade and ice .... cuz you can! (oooo, blueberries to) ... nice. .... a waffle iron! What a KILLER idea

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

In the desert it’s hard to beat blended lemonaid!

@Iamtheoverlander Жыл бұрын

What a great camp spot and another amazing video. Thx Tyler. 😎

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching it buddy!!

@robertrhode6104 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video as always. Your friend in Pennsylvania. Bob Thanks for posting.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for tuning in Robert, I really appreciate it!

@Live2dayWanderland Жыл бұрын

Great video brother

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy for taking the time!

@richardg6949 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job on this video. Gotta get my FJ up to speed like yours.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

No time like the present! 😃

@davesantimaw5413 Жыл бұрын

Superior cinematography Tyler…really enjoyed this one!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking it out Dave! The next one is going to be really fun!

@TinkerersAdventure Жыл бұрын

very soothing and beautiful video!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@joelbriz Жыл бұрын

Another epic video! I can't wait to see the Arkansas videos!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

It’s gonna be an awesome one!

@RickGallina Жыл бұрын

Good stuff bro

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rick!

@fernandohernandez9943 6 ай бұрын

Hola amigo se ve fascinante andar asi y te cuento y no se si me entiendas pero tengo ganas de un dia salir asi como tu y la verdad estoy viendote y ya me veo asi es como si yo soy el que ando te digo eso porque tengo una azul igual que esta que traes y me entran unas ganas de un dia salir asi como lo estas asiendo y grabar y tener un recuerdo solo me falta una cámara 🎥 y hacer una Ventura. Saludos y buen vídeo que que buen acompañante .

@IndependenceOverland 6 ай бұрын

Have fun going out and exploring! Some of the best memories of my life are out in nature! 🙏

@mup8661 Жыл бұрын

Please, dont sell it. Save it for a youngin that you want to pass it down to. Its a classic. I know its going to someone else so its not like its getting lost forever lol but its yours ya know. Got that Tin Cup! My guy.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m keeping it! Can’t go wrong with Tin cup! It’s my go to camping whiskey!

@graywolf2025kh Жыл бұрын

My FJ has 257865 miles on it. Like you every time I go out on the trails I hear new noises. I ask myself how much longer will it last.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are tough but nothing lasts forever!

@paulhatzig7084 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited every time you post dude! The cinematography/narration is so good! Did you get an anamorphic lens? Intro shots are sick!!

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul! I am using a lens filter for those shots, it does a pretty decent job simulating an anamorphic! I thought it would look cool for nighttime shots sometimes!

@paulhatzig7084 Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland it looks awesome man! I hope A7siii updates the firmware with anamorphic desqueeze! It’d be fun to shoot with those Sirui lenses!

@colin37 Жыл бұрын

Bones is cool, we had a friend send a half dozen different flavors to us once to try. If you’re into flavored beans, this is the way.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the stuff. I’m drinking unflavored black cold brew as I type this, so I’m happy either way but I like having a fun flavor while camping.

@lonesomecricket7721 Жыл бұрын

The legendary TOYOTA FJ Cruiser.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

It’s a pretty awesome vehicle!

@nctacomaoutdoor 11 ай бұрын

I love my Tacoma but God did this video make me miss my FJ.

@IndependenceOverland 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching bud!

@twocrowsblades3544 4 ай бұрын

I don’t know but if u go to a truck u probably will miss the shorter wheel base the fj has.

@markspinner7220 Жыл бұрын

Good trip great camp spot. When are you headed to Arkansas. Are you doing the Ozark Overland Adventure Trail?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I’m editing the footage now! We didn’t do a specific trail, but we did end up on part of the OOAT by total accident.

@JuanGomez-ml4kk 6 ай бұрын

Hello, Hey Im from Mexico. love your Video, so inspiring..What king of Camara video System you have? Thank you for sharing.

@IndependenceOverland 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Juan! I am using the Sony A7siii, Mavic 3 drone, and some Gopros

@justinmason5307 9 ай бұрын

Sub'ed

@IndependenceOverland 9 ай бұрын

Thanks man!

@rand0mGT Жыл бұрын

Get you the 4Runner

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

It’s almost the same vehicle, mechanically.

@Gsosa-b8 Жыл бұрын

Don't sale it, you 'll regretted . I have mine for 13 years now and is in Europe now , it will go where I go.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I will not be selling it! Unless I someday have a 70 series, the Fj will be around.

@Gsosa-b8 Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland I enjoin every video. Thank you

@rafterwhomestead Жыл бұрын

Fluids changed? Do you carry a spare serpentine belt? I always keep one for my higher mileage vehicles. If that guy breaks, you are dead in the water, especially when by yourself.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Fluids changed and yes I carry a spare belt. It’s such a simple failure point it’s always smart to have one!

@camerongeary5514 Жыл бұрын

What do you do at camp when not filming? Read? Kickback? Explore?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Fishing, trying to catch critters, playing with the dog, cooking. That pretty much takes all my time up.

@rafterwhomestead Жыл бұрын

What mount is that for your radio antenna, where it attaches to your brush bar?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

It’s just a generic tube mount and a bracket I built

@darranjacobsen4366 10 ай бұрын

Nice video and spot. Rig is sweet. I do wonder how "overweight" it is those with all the gear you carry? I would bet 300-500lbs easy

@IndependenceOverland 10 ай бұрын

Oh she’s heavy alright! That’s a lot of the reason why I got the beefed up axle in the rear.

@matthew1656 10 ай бұрын

Calling it he's gonna get the new trailhunter, that or the new land cruiser but my money is on trailhunter

@IndependenceOverland 10 ай бұрын

🫣

@JS-wv7vn Жыл бұрын

so what's your next ride then? what can compete?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

Something with room for camera stuff. That’s my biggest challenge right now. But I don’t want to announce what I’m looking into, because I tend to change my mind a lot.

@Baebon6259 Жыл бұрын

Get the GX while it still has a V8.

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

I’ve certainly looked into it. My suspension parts would bolt right on.

@BoCoOverland Жыл бұрын

Is that off Rabbit Valley?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

🤫

@lazy_goodwill 8 ай бұрын

No, I will never leave my FJ. And you shouldn't

@IndependenceOverland 8 ай бұрын

I’m not.

@nikitalitov 11 ай бұрын

What bumper do you have?

@IndependenceOverland 11 ай бұрын

That is the Expedition One Kodiak

@fernandohernandez9943 6 ай бұрын

Bueno aquí tienes un nuevo suscriptor y espero un dia salir con uno compañero que sepa mas para que me pueda giar porque soy nuevo pero anelo una ventura asi como tu ya que tengo una hermosa azul como la que tienes.

@IndependenceOverland 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for watching! 🙌

@Wrongwayadventures Жыл бұрын

What dog bed is that?

@IndependenceOverland Жыл бұрын

HEST. Its double covered, waterproof on the bottom, insulated due to the foam, and rolls up really nice and compact when needed. I love HEST stuff. I will be doing some dog travel stuff soon and will dive into it further. bit.ly/3oVaPsz

@Wrongwayadventures Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland great thanks. Can’t wait to see those videos. My dog is a lot like your just laid back and loves to curl up in a chair.