Tim Bates 4wd Adventures
Tim Bates 4wd Adventures
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Blown ZD30 Head Gasket - [ What To Do ?? ]
The head gasket in my ZD30 has blown again. It's the second time the head gasket has failed in a couple of years.
Now, i have a big decision to make.
Do i spend the money and fix the blown head gasket, or do i look at engine conversions to replace the ZD30 in my GU Patrol.
I spoke with a number of people about both options, and all of them said to stick with my ZD30 rather than going down the road of a very expensive and time off the road engine conversion.
So, i took the advice that was said and replacing the blown head gasket was my best option.
Plus, i don't have the spare funds that it would cost for an engine conversion of $20K plus.
After being off the workshop for two weeks while my...
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Видео

Campfire Cooking Beside The Gungarlin River
Просмотров 12 тыс.2 месяца назад
Solo camping with my camper trailer and cooking my dinner on the campfire beside the Gungarlin River in the Koscuiszko National Park. I char grilled a few chicken drum sticks over the coals of my campfire, with a few veggies tossed in my cast iron fry pan with a dash of garlic to enhance those amazing flavours that come from campfire cooking. Dinner was amazing as i kicked back on a on wood pil...
Camper Trailer Trip Across The Victorian High Country [ Maiden Trip ]
Просмотров 14 тыс.2 месяца назад
Camper trailer camping In the Victorian High Country, is a very different form of camping for me. I've been camping for many years in my swag on the ground. I'll still use my swag for shorter weekend trips. My camper trailer crosses the Vic High Country for the first time. The trip started up on Howitt High Plains and down along King Billy Track, then onto Bluff Track where i set up camp at hig...
My Camping Gear Expands With An ULTIMATE Camper Trailer
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This year i will have my Ultimate Camper Trailer in tow for the longer camping trips i have planned. I have wanted an Ultimate for many years, and now i have one hooked on the back of my 4WD. They are light weight and designed for full off road and remote travel. This is a very different form of camping from my trusty swag on the ground that i have used for well over 20 years. I will still use ...
Two Lithium Batteries Fail In Just 11 Months .
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I've had two slim line lithium batteries fail in just 11 month's, they were installed in my 4WD to run all of my camping accessories while Im off grid. I thought i had them mounted in the perfect location in my 4WD, lying down on there side, and just maybe thats why the drama's began. My understanding was, you could mount a lithium battery in any configuration you wanted that would suit the spa...
Mckillops Bridge Over The Snowy River - [ History Info ]
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Mckillops Bridge, check it out if you are heading that for your holidays. McKillops Bridge spans 255 metres over the Snowy River in the Victorian High Country. The engineering thats gone into building this massive bridge is incredible for its era. Mckillops Bridge has a lot of interesting history surrounding the bridge that was built back in 1934. It is a very popular 4wd holiday destination du...
My 4WD ESSENTIAL Spares - [ What I Take ]
Просмотров 9 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Here is the list of 4WD essential spares i take thats suitable for my ZD30 and my GU Patrol when im heading away on a camping trip. I cant carry everything to cover all possible breakdowns. So, i take some of the 4WD essential spares that are known issues i have had in the past to get me going back on the road. To be honest i haven't really had many issues with my GU Patrol or the ZD30 engine h...
4WD ROBE BEACH DRIVING - [ Great Day Out ]
Просмотров 6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Robe beach driving in a 4WD is an absolute buzz. I headed out for a day trip with a group of people that i met while i was staying in Robe. The beach driving trip that we did headed out towards Beachport. It's a very scenic drive along rugged cliff tops that run down onto a several sections of short beach runs in very soft sand. I wouldn't recommend driving the trip that we did on your own. The...
High Elevation Solo Camping at 1600 - [ Vic High Country ]
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There's not much better than a High Elevation Solo camping trip in the Vic High Country, while watching a thundery storm brewing over the distant mountains ranges. Not only was there a storm brewing over the mountains, i had a storm brewing on the campfire. Campfire cooking at it's best I had a nice piece of steak and steamed veggies for dinner, and all prepared on the campfire. Campfire cookin...
10 Essential Camping and 4WD Items You Need to Have .
Просмотров 25 тыс.8 месяцев назад
My 10 essential camping and 4WD Items you need to have . When going camping and 4WD (four-wheel driving), it's important to be prepared for a range of situations and conditions. Here's a list of 10 essential items to have for a safe and enjoyable camping and 4WD trip: Remember that the specific items you need may vary depending on your location and the season. Always check local regulations, we...
Check Out My Camping Light Setup - [ Very Basic ]
Просмотров 8 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Check Out My Camping Light Setup - [ Very Basic ]
Exploring the Wilds of Billy Goat Bluff Track - [ 4WD ONLY ]
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Exploring the Wilds of Billy Goat Bluff Track - [ 4WD ONLY ]
How To Setup My Awning Extension Sheet - [ SIMPLE SETUP ]
Просмотров 8 тыс.9 месяцев назад
How To Setup My Awning Extension Sheet - [ SIMPLE SETUP ]
Campfire Cooking The Simple Way Pt2.
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Campfire Cooking The Simple Way Pt2.
Campfire Cooking Pt1 - [ Beginning Of Something Tasty ]
Просмотров 3,9 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Campfire Cooking Pt1 - [ Beginning Of Something Tasty ]
My ZD30 Engine Reaches 400,000 KS: [ How Can That Be Possible ]
Просмотров 21 тыс.10 месяцев назад
My ZD30 Engine Reaches 400,000 KS: [ How Can That Be Possible ]
Solo Camping in the Australian Outback [ An Unforgettable Experience ]
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Solo Camping in the Australian Outback [ An Unforgettable Experience ]
GU PATROL WALK AROUND - [ From Where It All Began ]
Просмотров 9 тыс.Год назад
GU PATROL WALK AROUND - [ From Where It All Began ]
BIG Changes to the Rear Setup in My GU PATROL .
Просмотров 14 тыс.Год назад
BIG Changes to the Rear Setup in My GU PATROL .
Camping with Lithium [ The Perfect Dual Battery Setup ]
Просмотров 23 тыс.Год назад
Camping with Lithium [ The Perfect Dual Battery Setup ]
My 12 Volt Camping Fridge Setup [ UNVEILED ]
Просмотров 15 тыс.Год назад
My 12 Volt Camping Fridge Setup [ UNVEILED ]
Camping Fridge Setup - [ Which Way To Go?? ]
Просмотров 17 тыс.Год назад
Camping Fridge Setup - [ Which Way To Go?? ]
MILFORD TRACK New Zealand - [ One Of The Great Hikes Of The World ]
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.Год назад
MILFORD TRACK New Zealand - [ One Of The Great Hikes Of The World ]
It's Important To Rotate Your 4WD Tyres Regularly- [ WHY }
Просмотров 10 тыс.2 года назад
It's Important To Rotate Your 4WD Tyres Regularly- [ WHY }
My ZD30 Turbo Boost Pressure and EGT Gauges - [ In Real Time ]
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 года назад
My ZD30 Turbo Boost Pressure and EGT Gauges - [ In Real Time ]
Going Solo Camping Silent - [ Only Sounds From The Bush ]
Просмотров 26 тыс.2 года назад
Going Solo Camping Silent - [ Only Sounds From The Bush ]
How I Wash The Engine Bay Of My 4WD - [ Quick and Easy Cleaning ]
Просмотров 19 тыс.2 года назад
How I Wash The Engine Bay Of My 4WD - [ Quick and Easy Cleaning ]
COOKING PORK CUTLETS IN MY SHED - [ Pot Belly Stove ]
Просмотров 8 тыс.2 года назад
COOKING PORK CUTLETS IN MY SHED - [ Pot Belly Stove ]
Should You Turn Off The Fridge In Your 4WD - [ WHEN NOT IN USE ]
Просмотров 28 тыс.2 года назад
Should You Turn Off The Fridge In Your 4WD - [ WHEN NOT IN USE ]
Discovering the Wonders of Murray River Solo Camping .
Просмотров 38 тыс.2 года назад
Discovering the Wonders of Murray River Solo Camping .

Комментарии

  • @paulrohan1840
    @paulrohan1840 18 часов назад

    I've probably watched this 5 times and still love it. Can't wait for any more cooking videos you might do in the future. keep up the good work mate 👍

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 18 часов назад

      @@paulrohan1840 haha lol That Parma is such a great camping meal. Tastes wicked. I’ve got some new travel videos coming out soon. Heaps of bush cooking on those. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim.

  • @mexicanmonkey68
    @mexicanmonkey68 День назад

    Enjoyed watching thanks

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures День назад

      @@mexicanmonkey68 thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed the video. It was a great spot. Cheers Tim.

  • @uhrickz2469
    @uhrickz2469 4 дня назад

    cheers mate🙌

  • @pistonlife3200
    @pistonlife3200 4 дня назад

    Gday mate has this camp ground got a name I would love to get there and look at the scenery, looks awesome spot cheers

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 3 дня назад

      @@pistonlife3200 Little River Junction I think it’s called. You can’t go now, it’s a seasonally closed track in. Cheers Tim.

  • @DAVID9901
    @DAVID9901 4 дня назад

    An open question to Tim Bates and viewers: how well might this work for adventure kings swags? double deluxe specifically. I have one and the stitchingg around the four corners of the base and the canvas seems to still have visible holes after a few soakings with a hose/watering can. I wonder if the bath will fix these corners or whether I might need a silicon sealant or something for them

  • @CaptainJohn
    @CaptainJohn 4 дня назад

    Awesome, right to the point. Love the way you explain in common man’s language with the close ups to really show what’s happening

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 4 дня назад

      @@CaptainJohn Gday mate Thanks for your reply I greatly appreciate your feedback. Cheers Tim

  • @infinityprospectinginc2313
    @infinityprospectinginc2313 4 дня назад

    Great Video! Thank you!

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 4 дня назад

      @@infinityprospectinginc2313 thanks mate. That’s great you found the video helpful Cheers Tim.

  • @Damo1234Arn
    @Damo1234Arn 7 дней назад

    Cheaper versus WA, some priced like a caravan park if you get a booking

  • @AmandaandAustinC
    @AmandaandAustinC 8 дней назад

    Great video. What was the full cost in the end?

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 7 дней назад

      @@AmandaandAustinC thanks mate. Full cost details are in other posts. Cheers Tim

  • @theaussienurseflipper.8113
    @theaussienurseflipper.8113 8 дней назад

    Interesting video, at what temp does fan start cheers Graham

  • @tinatee276
    @tinatee276 9 дней назад

    how do we do this... but on a windy day? lol

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 9 дней назад

      The same way shown. Just hold the awning out tight while rolling it up. Cheers Tim.

  • @terrywoolery2743
    @terrywoolery2743 9 дней назад

    Great video, Where can I get the swing grills like yours they appear very sturdy

  • @PeterDunlop-fi1gm
    @PeterDunlop-fi1gm 10 дней назад

    In the auto industry the 2 main configurations were vertical or flat so we called them toast or bread configurations. The cells are set up for their specific config.

  • @GLENN15270
    @GLENN15270 11 дней назад

    Thous pies looked delicious there Tim I'll be needing that recipe 😂😂😂 your not Australian if ya don't like pies 😉😉

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      Haha lol Those home made pies are wicked mate. I need to make another batch lol. Cheers Tim.

  • @jerryrubinek8905
    @jerryrubinek8905 11 дней назад

    Hi Tim just a question The vest you wear when it’s cold weather is it a Thomas cook vest or Driza bone I think it’s a Thomas cook Seeking to get one mate

  • @PeterDunlop-fi1gm
    @PeterDunlop-fi1gm 11 дней назад

    Recently hiked up the Wellington and into lake Tali Karng with a couple of good mates. Beautiful countryside

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      Great trip you did mate. I’ve not been into Tali Karng for over 45 years when I hiked in with scouts. Cheers Tim

    • @PeterDunlop-fi1gm
      @PeterDunlop-fi1gm 10 дней назад

      @@timbates4wdadventures same mate. Was the first time since high school. Beautiful walk

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      @@PeterDunlop-fi1gm yeah I’d love to go back in some day.

  • @PeterDunlop-fi1gm
    @PeterDunlop-fi1gm 11 дней назад

    Hey mate, laid up in hospital and bored and jumped onto my old mate Tim’s videos. Awesome work mate, the production quality is fantastic and love you passion for it. We still need to have that beer mate

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      Rest up mate. I hope all is well and take care. Enjoy my vids mate, heaps of new ones are being made as we speak. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim.

    • @PeterDunlop-fi1gm
      @PeterDunlop-fi1gm 10 дней назад

      @@timbates4wdadventures thanks Tim. Looking forward to them

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      @@PeterDunlop-fi1gm thanks mate.

  • @DJC75
    @DJC75 11 дней назад

    The high lift jack,A dentist best friend...Thanks Tim...

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      Absolutely mate. If that handle slips out of your hand, you’ll need a good dentist to fix the smashed teeth. Cheers Tim

  • @qeull
    @qeull 13 дней назад

    Patrols still do the business. Classics. Too bad they don't make a modern Nissan with live axles. I hate IFS cruisers. You can't do much to the suspension that makes anywhere near a Patrol.

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 13 дней назад

      Spot on mate. Live axles are the best setup with coils all round. Cheers Tim.

  • @leonardpersin4255
    @leonardpersin4255 13 дней назад

    Would have been good to see the td42 in your old girl mate. Good that you’re happy with your decision tho! Onya mate

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 13 дней назад

      Gday mate. I couldn’t put a TD42 in my Patrol, even if I wanted to. My Patrol is 2009 the last td42 was made in 2006 You can’t go backwards with motors due to emissions. Cheers Tim.

    • @leonardpersin4255
      @leonardpersin4255 13 дней назад

      @@timbates4wdadventures oh bummer didn’t know yours was 09. That’s alright mate. Hopefully see you out on the tracks sometime 👍🏻

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 10 дней назад

      @@leonardpersin4255 thanks mate.

  • @Cicada4WD
    @Cicada4WD 14 дней назад

    Hopefully all good now 💪

  • @IamPleura
    @IamPleura 14 дней назад

    What’s a head gasket replacement cost on a zd30? I’m in the market for a 2012 Patrol any tips on what to look out for?

  • @James_James01
    @James_James01 14 дней назад

    Good to hear it’s sorted Batesy. Didnt you do a headgasket at 330kms aswell? Or was that a cracked head which resulted in a new head and gasket?

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 14 дней назад

      Thanks mate. All sorted now. The head was replaced as well at the 300k mark as well. That head came back this time no worries from the tests. Cheers Tim

    • @James_James01
      @James_James01 14 дней назад

      @@timbates4wdadventures nice one mate! Any idea why the last headgasket only lasted 100,000kms??

  • @MrButuz
    @MrButuz 15 дней назад

    Yeh I think the RD28 in me GU has done this too. I'm gonna try blocking the turbo water feed first just incase but methinks a big bill or a lot of work or maybe both is on the cards.

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 14 дней назад

      Good luck mate. I hope your early tests come back ok. Cheers Tim

  • @christophersaul
    @christophersaul 15 дней назад

    Glad it’s up and running, Tim. I’m. I’m no mechanic, but 400k plus is pretty good going. Part of the challenge is that you just can’t buy an exact replacement, even if you wanted to… Unless you’d like me to send you a brand new Y61 Patrol with the same engine via the Dubai car market? :)

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 14 дней назад

      Thanks mate. It’s been a pretty good run for over 400000ks on the clock. That’s it mate, you can buy the motor of the whole car new anymore. So I’ll stick with it. Cheers Tim.

  • @stavio12
    @stavio12 15 дней назад

    The Patrol back on the road, nice one mate. My 2011 GU has done 190,000 kms (use it for camping and 4Wdriving only). Last year got the warped turbo manifold machined cost me $2900. If in future the head gasket does blow what is the cost I'm looking at? Thanks Tim.

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 14 дней назад

      Close to $5k mate. But I replaced a lot of bit not related to the head work. Just did them while it was pulled down. Cheers Tim

    • @stavio12
      @stavio12 14 дней назад

      @@timbates4wdadventures Thanks Tim, good to know.

  • @TechStories79
    @TechStories79 15 дней назад

    First nissan to hit a million klms I reckon 😂

  • @michaelseymour5370
    @michaelseymour5370 15 дней назад

    If you buy a patrol i believe nissan should provide you with a free box trailer ...to carry a spare motor in😅

  • @isaacmissen3486
    @isaacmissen3486 15 дней назад

    As a bloke that ownes one and has been rebuilt after 260 thousand been tuned all the jazz goes well but reality is there just a shitheap either crack the head or crack pistons even when safe and all that if mine goes again don’t think I’ll get it done again my two cents

  • @daraleas-mm2ne
    @daraleas-mm2ne 15 дней назад

    hi tim how are you ??? sorry can i please asking you something if you don't mind ????? can your mechanic friends in Gippsland work with isuzu 4jx1 ???? its holden jackaroo thank you for your time

  • @guitarplayerlp7018
    @guitarplayerlp7018 15 дней назад

    Good choice Tim, Did the HG on my 80 series 7 years back at 480k and still going strong at 560k now. I too contemplated an engine swap but ended up doing it myself at home

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 15 дней назад

      That’s handy if you can do the job yourself mate. It’s a big job. That’s wicked Ks on the clock with your 80. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim

  • @louiskudlak2256
    @louiskudlak2256 15 дней назад

    How many kms do you reckon you'll get before she dies

  • @peterrichardson8671
    @peterrichardson8671 16 дней назад

    Definitely the way to go and in my opinion there’s always something regardless of which engine you pick. You could put the Isuzu 4jj1 in, which ticks the box regarding emissions and reliability… the problem, as you’ve pointed out, is how to diagnose problems while driving remotely.

    • @timbates4wdadventures
      @timbates4wdadventures 15 дней назад

      That’s it mate. The Izuzu motor is a popular conversion for the Patrol. But thats a possible issue with going remote. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim.

  • @giddyup3451
    @giddyup3451 16 дней назад

    Would have been good to see a 4jj1 conversion