I Broke Down and it's a Disaster (Reality of Living in a 4x4)

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It's not like I didn't expect a breakdown. Of course, I treated it as a distinct possibility that sometime on this trip, I might face car trouble. Especially travelling in a Defender (yeah I know you're smiling if you're a Toyota owner!). What I didn't see coming is the extent of the damage that I had to deal with.
This is part 1 of the breakdown and repair. Get ready for part 2 next week - even more dramatic and hardcore, with a lot more unexpected bits and pieces breaking down.
The 1920s video explaining how a car works: • 1920s: How the engine ... (also, the ‪@howacarworks‬ channel is amazing!)
Catch up on previous episodes of the Defender series here:
★ EP1: I BOUGHT MY DREAM TRUCK (to live in full-time): • I BOUGHT MY DREAM TRUC...
★ EP2: TURNING MY 4X4 INTO A FULL-TIME HOME: • TURNING MY 4x4 into a ...
★ EP3: FIRST 48H LIVING ALONE IN MY 4x4 (What Went Wrong):
• FIRST 48H LIVING ALONE...
★ EP4: I Turned My Truck into a 4x4 EXPEDITION RIG: • I Turned My Truck into...
★ EP5: I MOVED INTO MY 4x4 TRUCK FULL-TIME (Difficult Beginnings): • I MOVED INTO MY 4x4 TR...
★ EP6: First Week Living ALONE in my Truck (Surviving an Accident): • First Week Living ALON...
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@evazubeck 2 года назад

No, I still don’t want a Toyota. ✌️ 🚜

@JD_Journey 2 года назад

😭😅 peace of mind have no Price Eva frome the Toyota lover out There we still love you Eva 😂😂

@DarthTrotter 2 года назад

Then get a Shogun.

@adm7673 2 года назад

hi eva. please keep being strong ok. 💪

@MarkWright1963 2 года назад

You will get over it one day and buy a decent 4x4 ( All this from an ex Land Rover Service Manager)

@sk61181 2 года назад

Let's come back to this, few years down and...🤣 ✌🏽

@johannpretorius1620 2 года назад

"Land-Rover. Turning owners into mechanics since 1948" Enjoy it! It feels like I am working on my 1976 Land-Rover constantly.

@tommynikon2283 2 года назад

Landrover: turning driving enthusiasts into mechanics for more than 75 years! ps: Consider buying the official Shop Manuals for your vehicle; it takes the guesswork out for diagnosing things, and helpful for people doing the actual work. My Honda has the same and that $100 purchase has saved me big $$$. (mine look like two phone books.)

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

I have the service manual for my Honda and its very useful. But even then, I wouldn't be able to carry my entire tool set with me on daily drives. I can't imagine working on my car in the middle of nowhere with makeshift tools.

@MrJhchrist 2 года назад

@Lancashirelad That looks like a Hayes / Chilton kinda manual. What people call "Shop" manuals will be about 5x the size or bigger. They are the manuals for mechanics, not owners, and if you've never had one they are low key life changing. ESPECIALLY for sharing with your any mechanic outside of a dealership. Some shops don't use manuals at all, and you just kinda hope they have the right knowledge and skills. Most shops probably use a digital service like "All Data" which is better than a Hayes manual, but not a "shop" manual. But put a factory shop manual in the hands of any half decent mechanic and watch the problems melt away :)

@MrJhchrist 2 года назад

@Lancashirelad It takes less than 5 minutes of searching to find the workshop manual, parts catalog, engine manuals etc for a defender. Digital copies take up exactly zero space. But ok.

@BBRC7612 2 года назад

Well.. Its true that the original Land Rover specification was to avoid having to go to a garage and repair the vehicle in (battle) field. Since the 2000s this might be more challenging with engine technology and now the completely new Defender. My uncle has one (old 1996!) and they don't break down. Not major when they do.. Not forgetting they do get abused and used in all conditions!

@deankamaruddin8211 2 года назад

british engineering huhu

@husrebel494 2 года назад

It's not just a car, I think most of us get you Eva, it's sheltered you, taken you places. It's no different than seeing your home break down. The best thing most humans can feel is that appreciation and respect to things that keep you alive and happy. Head up!

@FelipeFerrazDF 2 года назад

I live in Brazil and own a Defender. It’s so comforting to know I’m not alone with all those issues. So many times I’ve cried, in the middle of nowhere, only me, my wife and everything we own inside a broken Defender. But we still love her s2

@angryzombie8088 2 года назад

My father always told me for millions of time that when you drive a car, you need to learn about it. With new car you probably didnt need to learn much, but with older car it will MAKE you learn about it, its all part of the process. Enjoy it like a cup of coffee.

@danechristmas6570 2 года назад

Correct!!

@chrisnewtownnsw 2 года назад

Love ya Eva. Ever since I saw you did that 115 mile run you gained my respect forever. Gosh that was a feat.

@umarc9767 2 года назад

There's a saying on 4x4 Forums where you find the most hardcore & experienced offroad lovers: A Land Rover would take you there! A Toyota would bring you back!

@totoyputik 2 года назад

Pinned this post LOL.

@macwmcel8430 2 года назад

Land Rover Defender is beatiful. But its not a strong car. Not a good project. Toyota and Jeep more miles without problems, more Joy, less headaches.

@umarc9767 2 года назад

@@scottrydings8579 FORD... which stands for Fix Or Repair Daily?? 😂😂😂 Dream on buddy! Toyota is built for 2 decades, Fords & Chevys 8 yrs max!

@sstoneman5020 2 года назад

@@umarc9767 or Found On Roadside - Dead. A secret to owning a Defender is to over service it and don't use cheap parts and expect them to last. A big problem with old Defenders is you just don't know how they've been looked after, usually run on a very small budget.

@hossp2365 2 года назад

This is so sad Eva. I wish you well. I have been a diesel mechanic for 40 yrs. If you want a Land Rover, any Land Rover, you have to fall in love with it and be prepared to constantly repair it. They really are that bad - and I have no love for any brand of vehicle. But, on the positive side, Defenders have been appreciating in value so get the thing repaired, sell it and buy something reliable. Or, smile each time it breaks, accepting that this is what it will do, and take it as part of the journey. Good luck.

@phoenixgaming20 2 года назад

The toyota fanboy inside me wants to say ha should have bought a landcruiser, but the kind human part is saying it happens to every make and model of car, its just part of the fun of owning an older 4x4. If I could give you one pice of advice I've learnt from owning a 23 year old landcriuser its no one is going to love your car as much as you not even the mechanic everyone in the town recommends, the best part about older 4x4 is they are relatively simple and in an ideal world you'll learn how to do a lot of stuff yourself (yes it will take time) but after you've put in the work you'll be able to diognose problems yourself and even do simple fixes to get you back to somewhere you can get more help from.

@murrayblair2159 2 года назад

80 series land cruiser?😁

@jamesb8467 2 года назад

I completely agree Sincerely, -A 25 year old Land Cruiser owner

@THICCTHICCTHICC 2 года назад

@@murrayblair2159 Troopy boiii

@companymann 2 года назад

Nah, told you so.

@orgtua4x48 2 года назад

Ours 25 years old Toyota...we just choose the simple one..3L N/A engine..simple to fix..and ton of part available in our local part store...not fast..but always made it home after 1000km journey...LJ79 Land Cruiser...come visit our channel for some story

@demonsnails 2 года назад

The ending felt like the ending of a good tv show! Such high production quality! Much respect

@shutterlag192 2 года назад

It doesn’t matter what car you have. If you plan to overland/live in a 4x4 full time you’re going to have to become a mechanic to make it work. That’s just part of the gig. Cars break, and they really break often when they go off road.

@zaixai9441 2 года назад

Because everyone carries a spare transmission and hoists with them.

@shutterlag192 2 года назад

@@zaixai9441 Just agreeing with her conclusion that she needs to learn if she's going to live this lifestyle. Sorry if you felt personally attacked

@zaixai9441 2 года назад

@@shutterlag192 why would I feel personally attacked? It's just a silly thing to say. She could be the best mechanic in the world but she wouldn't have been able to fix this on the road.

@shutterlag192 2 года назад

@@zaixai9441 sure but she was drawing larger life lessons from it, and I was simply agreeing. There is more going on here than just "oh my transmission broke" She's thinking about the grand picture of living out of this vehicle and her future with it.

@lennyross2813 2 года назад

Truth. If you own a car especially a 4x4, you have to learn how to fix it. 🙂

@truter5243 2 года назад

There are some amazing mechanic youtube channels out there, but for you who do not have a garage and space for a lot of tools I would highly recommend ChrisFix. Not only does he explain things very well, he goes over fixing and maintaining parts from the easiest like replacing a bulb to the hardest like fixing an engine and he does so in good detail. Some universities even use some of his content

@hasibmomen3570 2 года назад

I really appreciate that she is following a video to learn how an engine works. It shows her great positive attitude.

@barned 2 года назад

Should have done that before buying an old car.

@lulu25722 2 года назад

@@G58 i really like Eva but i think she should watch how diesel engine work not petrol or am i wrong 🤔 i dont think she get any spark in diesel

@frank-lr 2 года назад

"Land Rover - turning drivers into mechanics since 1948" - and we love it :-)

@davidwolstenholme3672 2 года назад

positive attititude can van get a person over confident and end up dead

@Francisco_Otero 2 года назад

Every body up mount Everest had a great positive attitude.

@JaYoeNation 2 года назад

Awe Eva... life is about bumps in the road. You will look back on this and appreciate it... just takes time. That is the frustrating cliché comment you dont need right now.

@user-nz5qj6lc4m 2 года назад

Haha, Matt. Catch you here. How is your travel plan as I just listen your talk with the Honest talk through Padcast.

@learningwithtahira9320 2 года назад

Omg

@tacocruiser4238 2 года назад

JaYoe Nation just lurking lol.

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

Yeah, until the vehicle gets stuck in the wrong country and we never hear of Eva again. Some people are very naive.

@pietekoo5559 2 года назад

Calling a rugged strong truck a "she", does nothing for its ego.

@Tubejudger 2 года назад

Just so you know, I’m glad you show this part of your overland journey. Soon I will be doing the same and it’s good to know the pitfalls to hopefully avoid these situations or at least be prepared! Love you content! I can’t wait to see part 2. Oh, what happened to the inverter problem???

@roguegunfighter9194 2 года назад

I've never owned a new vehicle in my life, but I learned very early that a vehicle is a complex machine that you literally trust with your life every time you use it. Throughout my life I have built and customized a couple dozen cars and trucks (and even won trophies at a few local car shows) . The best advice I can give is that no matter what you drive, make it a point to learn as much as possible about that model, it's potential problems, and prioritize regular and routine maintenance. Pay very close attention to common problems with your make and model and to the warning signs that a problem is developing. It will save thousands in later repair costs.

@Lukionest 2 года назад

I love the way your car tried to hug you back at 22:00. So sorry she only got 30 KM before breaking down again.

@stevecooper2873 2 года назад

Or eat her/warn her

@harb9206 2 года назад

My recommendation to you Eva, is to travel the most reliable way buy a Camel very reliable been tested for thousands of years and proved it self to be very reliable. no gas needed it eats what's available in nature, Jokes aside I really feel for you Eva, your attitude and spirit are an inspiration to many🙌

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

Good one! lol

@harb9206 2 года назад

@evazubeck Imagin the caption Eva Zu Beck Ditched her Broken Defender for A Camel 😊

@pietekoo5559 2 года назад

Interesting story here. A guy drove his camel through the Sahara desert. As he went over dune after dune, the camel's chassis scraped through the sand and clogged up his jet eventually. The guy was just lolling back on the camel's back, smoking a cigarette, listening to the built-in radio for it was a rental camel. Eventually after a couple of days, the camel became sluggish. When he got to the nearest town, he steered the camel to a garage where a mechanic, who's clothes was dirty with camel hairs, was reparing other camels. The guy explained that the camel became sluggish. The mechanic told him to pull the camel spreadlegged over the pit and the mechanic went into the pit to inspect the underbelly of the camel. "Yes" the mechanic said "the jet is clogged with sand". The driver of the camel asked if he could fix it. The mechanic took two bricks and proceeded to hit the camel's balls from both side. The camel gave a loud bellow and took off, disappearing over the dunes. The driver said: "how am I gonna catch that camel again?" "Just come stand over the pit" said the mechanic.

@luns486 Год назад

This is actually not as crazy an idea as you think. There is a wonderful biography called 'Tracks' about an Australian woman who trained her own wild camels and treked them across Australia. Eva has a very similar spirit and I have no doubt she could do it if she wanted to.

@brucelumsden94 2 года назад

The only serious car trouble I have had was when my wife and I were on our honeymoon 42years ago. We were not driving a Land Rover. Had the vehicle repaired, only to have the same problem reoccur. Now smile over the memory.

@carolineindacityphx 2 года назад

I love how you tell stories and share your experiences. Don't give up! Your car will be back and running soon. ❤️❤️❤️

@cosmasgiyo1039 2 года назад

Ohh thank you. Finally she recorded another intro. Brave and positive always trying to pick up the pieces and make it work out. Good job Eva

@sanelatutaris15 2 года назад

I’m so sorry. I know how that feels. Hang in there. I live on a sailboat. Something always keeps breaking. This morning was my diesel heater but I fixed it quickly. As you live this lifestyle longer, it will become easier. You will know what to do eventually. Just be patient with yourself. All this is part of learning

@ismailshah6227 2 года назад

Cute

@dafyddhumphreys8921 2 года назад

I had a 30ft moody fin keel....everything seemed to cost £1000...became a joke but...what a way to live.

@ridermanpatel4112 2 года назад

Do you have a land rover too ?

@dafyddhumphreys8921 2 года назад

@@ridermanpatel4112 I got a discovery....goes anywhere but comfier. Terrain response. All Landys are amazing.

@ridermanpatel4112 2 года назад

@@dafyddhumphreys8921 Yes i do like landys , we owned one long time back . Just reliability was our only issue otherwise everyhting else is fantastic

@adventurepantsmcgee 2 года назад

I had my car towed once and I cried. It wasn't even that serious. I wasn't living in it or anything, but I had a good cry. You're a brave soul and so strong and resilient. 🔥 Keep your chin up.

@frankd4763 2 года назад

I have a 72 year old , 42 year old and 30 year old rover. I've driven from Maine to Key West to Oregon and all over the island of Jamaica . The 200tdi motor is bullet proof when maintained properly. I have never been stranded in one. Even if only in one wheel drive , or having to buy and skin a goat Deep In the bush of Jamaica for seals to fix oil seals. I've always made it home....

@johnnimbus8761 2 года назад

Encouragement and respect from Tasmania Eva. Wishing you well for the upcoming repairs.

@rouxboat9067 2 года назад

haha tasmania gang

@konnektlive 2 года назад

A long time originally Iranian viewer and admirer of you, and what you do. Please keep doing what you're doing. Much love and Cheers!

@palashranjanbhaumick5583 2 года назад

One hell of an adventure!!! So very true. Yet, after so much of trouble, you've managed to captured some outstanding visuals! Excellent script!

@StewedElk 2 года назад

I feel your pain Eva, whilst travelling through Spain in my 110 the front prop shaft snapped and it tore a hole through the passenger footwell narrowly missing my wife’s feet! However these things are only mechanical and can be fixed, your enthusiasm and zest for life is the driving force, and as long as you have that you can achieve anything. Defenders have been making mechanics out of their owners for 70 years, and I wouldn’t swap mine for anything. Good luck with your travels.

@nickward8887 2 года назад

I feel for you, and I understand from my own LR experiences the feelings of frustration from breakdowns, but also the great joy when you are out exploring.....remember what does not kill you makes you stronger....

@ayonmahmud 2 года назад

Getting any car broken is the most stressful thing one can experience. Best of luck for you. Stay blessed 🇧🇩

@Remas20007 2 года назад

Yesterday, I pulled a 7x16 trailer full of timber with a Toyota land cruiser, and the truck itself was full of wood too. The weight was so extreme that the body dropped so low, it was almost touching the tires, thousands of pounds, I am sure it was way beyond the 6k or so towing capacity. My wife thought that we were not going to be able to get off the grass and be stuck with all the weight. I even forgot to switch it to low gear or lock the differential (basically set it for off road settings) still managed to get home, my wife again expected that I won't be able to back up on our steep driveway, and again she was wrong, and I was surprised too. The power of the Land Cruiser is unbelievable, it is an unstoppable force, nothing will stop it from moving forward, not even a tree, I pulled a dead tree right off of its roots, after breaking one strap. I have pulled a stuck ford truck pulling a 40 ft shipping container multiple times, I drove up dozens of mountains when I worked with cellphone towers. This is the best truck I have ever owned, and people get jealous all the time, when they see it! It is all factory, zero modifications, with normal street tires

@levidaisyyoung220 2 года назад

its never about the destination, its about the journey. and aye, you can crawl in the back of your home because its always with you, even if its broken down.. this is what makes a story.. much 💜 from Australia

@helenaglanville4924 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing this Eva. I have a 20 year old car too and it’s broken down more times than I care to remember. I know the stress and pain your feeling, I really do. I want you to know that I think you are a strong and brave woman and these are qualities no can take away from you ❤️ hope you are doing better and I look forward to your next video 😘🤗

@dangerous119 2 года назад

The age of a vehicle has nothing to do with reliability....unless you do not maintain it. Most cars built between 1980-1999 are far more reliable than anything you can but now unless it is less than three years old. The problem is that most people neglect their vehicles once the warranty stop paying for maintenance

@kflecha1 2 года назад

Eva is putting a lot of effort in learning and putting together her defender that is brave! I have no patience when is about car fixing issues 😆Eva keep going!!!💕

@amjadmalik1570 2 года назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-SH9qVpqu2Uw.html

@kleinbiker1 2 года назад

She spent all her time making it cute, and zero time learning how to work on vehicles.

@kflecha1 2 года назад

@@kleinbiker1 She is learning, she has posted her progress on instagram but if you don't like it don't watch it 😁

@dangerous119 2 года назад

@@kleinbiker1 Chris is exactly right though. She's completely out of her depth.

@dangerous119 2 года назад

@@kflecha1 she's cute Karla, so some of us will watch her no matter how many bad decisions she makes. Thanks for your suggestion, but no one needs you to tell them what to watch.

@MaheshRMRPillai 2 года назад

Oh my dear, you really make me love your Odyssey and the manners you pamper. Though it's not a good experience you experienced about the gearbox, the genuine and sincere documentary is really touching. Keep going. I'm happy that at last you a companion with you. God bless you.

@troygray5020 2 года назад

You always tackle the tuff things with a smile and stay so positive 😎 Amazing doesn't even start to describe how incredibly brave and amazing you always are during all your adventures 💪 Thoughts and prayers for you and your defender on your trip 🙏 Safe travels

@vincentstevens5048 2 года назад

You and I feel exactly the same about our Defenders. I've replaced a transfer box and had a major gearbox meltdown but despite this i love my 110 and wouldn't change her for the world. Our relationship has been rocky but love prevails 😏. Good luck Eva, you need it with Landies. PS..Keep an eye on your oil levels.

@humourless682 2 года назад

If you are wanting a working vehicle, maybe LR is not a good choice? Reliability is poor, and breakdowns frequent. so not ideal if it has to earn its living.

@Poppageno 2 года назад

@@humourless682 Well I can fix my 1960 LR with common hand tools. Can you do that with modern cars? No, there is too much computer/electronics to go wrong you need special training or special parts for. That goes for modern LR's too.

@humourless682 2 года назад

@@Poppageno I would agree completely! All modern can-bus vehicles are a nightmare, and I think are bad news. LR though has ALWAYS been unreliable with poor build quality, and major issues with rust. Best possible choice for a reliable overlander would be a pre can-bus Landcruiser.

@rexx9496 2 года назад

She's lucky that this has been happening close to towns and not hundreds of miles away in the middle of nowhere. Honestly after these experiences I'd be a little bit spooked about going off the beaten path in something that isn't reliable.

@davidfrey5654 2 года назад

Exactly Rexx. Can you imagine being on the top of some mountain and having her transmission going out. And after it goes out twice, I wouldn't take that thing up into the mountains again.

@michaelharris1455 2 года назад

the thing about that Rover, is that finding a mechanic, and parts, for one can be done even more places than a Toyota.

@dachet10 2 года назад

That is the totally wrong attitude. Eva embraces the challenge, which is the only way. I have had my defender for about 15 years. She has broken down many times but has never left me stuck ever!

@etrevmh 2 года назад

You need to learn mechanic skills first lol. You can't pretend to live into a 4x4 knowing anything of mechanics.

@dangerous119 2 года назад

@@dachet10 we will see if Eva is really going to embrace the challenges of living in a defender. I get the impression that the adventures she seeks are not about vehicle repair.

@tomek5513. 2 года назад

Owned a Model 88 (circa 1973) and I can appreciate your tribulations owning a Land Rover. Agree Rovers drives like a tamed wild beast. Yet, when they temperamental, and when stop working, they do it in style. Good luck with your travels.

@mrneutral2917 2 года назад

I feel your pain. Our transmission broke in Istanbul when we drove from Cyprus to France down to Greece. Exactly the same thing happened to us, expect it was on their motorway at 2:30 Sunday morning. The people were very friendly and we were lucky to get away 2 days later.

@idalia5056 2 года назад

OMG I'm suffering with you, I hope Oddisey get fixed soon! Stay strong and cultivate patient 🧘‍♀️

@reelhappytravellers2691 2 года назад

Your upload is truly irresistible. This is the best video I have come across today.

@brgmini869 Год назад

Watching this today. Praying for the people of these cities. ❤️

@martinwyke 2 года назад

Land Rovers are actually one of the simplest vehicles to fix. The mechanical technology of a Defenders is thirty years old. There are several good RU-vid channels dedicated to them. One of the best is "Britannica Restorations" who is an old school mechanic that knows his stuff. I can do basic mechanical repairs but I always learn something new from his videos. Land Rovers enthusiast have a saying, "They don't leak oil, they mark their territory". The place you placed that paper is below the engine, not the gearbox, which is further back, under the gear stick.

@thorstenwanoth6774 2 года назад

my 300 TDI 90 was quiete good, Only threw one rear drive shaft in 3 years so stuck it in lock on the transfer case and continued on my journey. Gotta watch this to the end...

@krakendragonslayer1909 2 года назад

Ewa, kup se Opla z lat 1995-2005, nawet jak się zepsuje to go własnoręcznie naprawisz młotkiem i śrubokrętem wymieniając części za 100 euro.

@artnoname1685 2 года назад

...ale ona s*a kasą, więc oszczędzać nie musi. A opel beznadziejnie wygląda na fotkach. A głównie to się liczy!

@CrazyAbd 2 года назад

i love how people in the comment section encouraging you eva !! Hope for good days ahead

@johnfair62 2 года назад

Sorry you guys had trouble. Your hotel room was cool. The stone walls are awesome. Stay safe and enjoy your trip. Looking forward to more videos.

@marccolomayt82094 2 года назад

Eva's new intro & content, I love it!

@super.zdravko 2 года назад

Unfortunately the Land Rover reliability cliché is not a myth. Get used to constant repairs.

@Bet-vx3fg 2 года назад

woman buys a car by color 😀

@SleepyWolvy 2 года назад

@@Bet-vx3fg literally lol'd reading the title, and then she said she didn't expect her land rover to break down on her LOL! No way

@datt5698 2 года назад

Not like she can't afford repairs... she is making about 120k per year after she pays taxes.

@tatiana11158 2 года назад

Well, she can always change it for a Jeep! 😂😂😂😂

@rdmineer1 Год назад

People misuse their 4x4 and ignore its maintenance requirements. Even worse, they attempt to reengineer the things developed over many decades with fancy wheels and lift kits, all for show. Then they wonder why it breaks? Land Rover conquered Africa and India, and many other places, long before Toyota made a real truck, which Hino actually produces. Even Range Rover is not the same as the Defender, though not helping their reputation. Jeep? Ram? HA! Nice when new and they have great engines, but the transmission and brakes fail way too soon. Chrysler built the best of those in the 1960s. Besides, they are already rusting on the way to the dealership. My sister's Liberty has lost both front wheels - TWICE! No way will I ever have one.

@markm4606 2 года назад

Hello from PHILADELPHIA, USA, Eva! So sorry to hear of the recent issues you're having with Odyssey, but we hope for you (and our happy viewing of your vlogs) that all will turn out well. We are taking the 30-day car video challenge with you and watched the same 1st video as you did! I've always wanted to learn more about cars and I feel inspired by you to do so. And that was a good first choice of videos! Explained things quite clearly for being about 80 years old! Keep.rolling, Eva, and be safe! 😊🥰...🚙

@midwestlakelife 2 года назад

Ahhhh to be young and have patience. I once had that kind of patience to remain steadfast when everything would go wrong. A bit older now and I'm happy to watch your trials and tribulations as I nest at home in my lakehouse. My travel days are over. I've had my fill of planes, trains and automobiles.

@cherrysIushie Год назад

Hahahah that’s really nice

@jimberryman185 2 года назад

I am so sorry you're going through this Eva, it's never fun to break down, even less fun when you're far away from home. Good luck to you & Odyssey❤

@erlindarafal8366 2 года назад

Thank God it happened near town Eva and Mike is with you. I can't imagine the situation if it happened in a very remote area without signal and you're totally alone.

@abovethelaw4417 2 года назад

And late at night

@teatea4952 2 года назад

I believe she was never alone. He's been with her since she was in Socotra

@MrVoyager4545 2 года назад

Enjoyed the video but my heart goes out to you as I had changed out a transmission and it failed. Had to have original rebuilt. It can be heart breaking but hang in there you are doing a wonderful job with your channel. Also keep smiling despite everything, you wear your smile well.

@luckieonline7845 2 года назад

Ohhh man this was a wild ride. lol. Excited to see what comes up in the next episode, hopefully things improve!!

@timdriman4253 2 года назад

Greetings for South Africa.... I am super-impressed.... A lot of guys would go to pieces if this happened to them...As I said before, Eva, you are one hell-of-a gutsy gal! I am sure that many have told you that Land Rovers are not the best vehicles for this kind of touring. Even when we do road trips in Africa, it's ALL Toyota! And for a very good reason 🤐 Really looking forward to your next escapade, and hope you sort that Landie out! Take care, and be safe out there.

@Poppageno 2 года назад

Toyota's are in lots of countries because Land Rover in the Leyland years abandoned those markets. My only car is a 1960 Land Rover.

@Jesusdonttakeitpersonally 2 года назад

She can choose what she shows on camera. She might have had full on meltdown and cry.

@mhp3723 2 года назад

Hi Eva, this is Mohsen. My wife and I are living in Cappadocia and and my Turkish is quiet good. Do you need any help to translate? I am gladly ready to help just let me know if you need.

@joyahpasarmalam 2 года назад

It must be for a good reason you’re stuck in Cappadocia. That place is just not ready to let you go! I have never been there and now I wanna go there too, thanks to you! Wishing you all the best for next adventures, Eva!

@kaydesign 2 года назад

I just had the same experience in the Landrover Series III of my brother. The biggest problem of Landrover is the poor accessibility. What a pain to work at. But… you get to love the cars anyway 🇬🇧😊

@lexagem5337 2 года назад

I just love watching you. Love your energy💪❤️❤️❤️❤️

@arvindesamito 2 года назад

You're so brave! Absolutely amazing

@jamesmallard8815 2 года назад

How is this brave?

@SleepyWolvy 2 года назад

This is not brave, this is her ignorance buying a landy expecting it to not break down lol. This is reality hitting as expected.

@pth8888 2 года назад

Every old cars or even humans will break down at some point in time. Your are a very brave girl and you will overcome this challenges. Stay safe and I look forward to your next video. I learned a lots from you. Best wishes from Singapore!

@Leo-lj6vs 2 года назад

Sorry Eva for your troubles. I had the same thing happened to my old car and it's not fun. Good luck and keep up your spirit.

@t41l 2 года назад

It's all about the adventure. There will always be "safer" options, but then it wouldn't be an adventure.

@CSTerry-hq3xf 2 года назад

When you talked about learning for 30 days I 100% thought you were about to segway into a Skillshare ad.

@janaeggleston235 2 года назад

Oh Eva. Only good thing about this is that I know you are beyond this already and off adventuring, ... I'm very positive for you!

@guy0725 2 года назад

It’s so easy from the comfort of our living room to say « you should have done this, you should have done that » Sending you some positive vibe & don’t give up Eva, another great adventures are on the way !!

@paulmatulavich7321 2 года назад

Actually surprised that all the repair came to was $550.00 USD. That is considered cheap here in the US., let alone Turkey. Looking forward to part two, and hope all went well.

@NormanF62 2 года назад

Hopefully she got a warranty on the repair. That’s a lot to pay to fix a transmission and in cases like this it should be covered if something goes wrong within their repair period, typically 90 days.

@overlandready 2 года назад

@@NormanF62 Hopoefully, I know a lot of overlanders that have been bit by the "line of sight" warranty. it's not uncommon to get things bodged as they know things will not be coming back... :-(

@iolair1973 2 года назад

The average monthly salary in Turkey is just over $800 USD, so labour is cheaper.

@joeyshofner639 2 года назад

I love seeing the truck hug you back. Thanks for another awesome video.

@gramaelena 2 года назад

Dont worry Eva, im just glad Mike is with you. You are not alone❤️❤️

@damiansandoval3139 2 года назад

It will all be ok Eva be strong and keep on going , love you safe travels.

2 года назад

nobody expected an old Land Rover to brea... oh wait we just waited for this all of the time

@TheAussieRepairGuy 2 года назад

I've had toyotas, nissans, jeeps, and now own two military land rovers. the rovers have never broken down in a way that stranded me, all the others have.

@THICCTHICCTHICC 2 года назад

@@TheAussieRepairGuy Have you ever had a LandCruiser Troopcarrier though? They're literally the only car used in the Australian outback

@TheAussieRepairGuy 2 года назад

@@THICCTHICCTHICC lol yes, they are good, but have just as many breakdowns as the rovers, with the added feature that most get thrashed or modded beyond belief. My folks own an 80 series, and my mates all have variations as well

@MrElmag12 2 года назад

@@TheAussieRepairGuy the military models are better built and go through tough testing before been approved for the army.

@TheAussieRepairGuy 2 года назад

@@MrElmag12 they are basically a wolf. Lt95 gearbox and isuzu 4bd1 engine. Only thing really special is heavy axles and fancy bull bars

@BLinDPAnCakE 2 года назад

Hey Eva! I just stumbled upon your channel and I really enjoy the content. I don't think you should listen to all the toyota fans in the comments boasting about how a toyota would have been a better choice, or that you should buy a yoyota, or any other car for that matter. You seem like a person that like to follow your heart, and have genuine passion for everything that you do. I think for that reason alone a Land Rover is the best choice for you. Toyota people can't understand why us Land Rover people love our cars that much, and I think that might infuriate them to a certain extent. At least so much for them to be commenting and bragging "jokingly" on videos like this. It's never the other way around. Maybe because Toyotas don't break down as often. What do I know. There were certainly many other cars at the mechanic. Be proud of your Defender and love it to death, because it is gorgeous and capable and have as close to a soul as a car can have. Cheers form Norway.

@grozint 2 года назад

I'm rooting for you, Eva. It's good that Mike is there so you don't have to deal with this alone.

@robbybobby01 2 года назад

Awww your so lovely Eva you brighten my day up watching such brave lady living her dream .xx

@tomriley5790 2 года назад

The good think about a defender is that when it breaks down it can be fixed! Lets face it perfect is boring, it takes bravery to drive a 4x4 with character and you know who the world belongs to :-)! Very impressive to see you hadling it all so well... This is hard... but you can do hard things ;-)! (Nice to see Odyssey giving you a hug back too :-)!)

@einfelder8262 2 года назад

The good thing about a defender is it can be fixed, twice, three times, four times, and that's within a month on one component....... So technically simple even a backyard "mechanic" in Turkey can't fix it the first time.

@Fayelin449 2 года назад

There’s a saying in South Africa , the British made the defender and sold it in South Africa as revenge for the Boer War. Just saying.

@CharlineRibotta 2 года назад

I think we all keep learning about cars all the time, that’s it. All of us. Mechanics is a real thing, it’s so complex. You definitely motivated me in getting some courses. I’ll definitely need to improve my skills as well. Thank you for inspiring me all the time through your videos. Women do it, and women do it well. Keep going Eva!!!! 🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾

@robwainwright5387 2 года назад

My dear, owning a Land Rover defender is an adventure all of it own. Don't worry about it. They can be fixed as they're not very high tech. But do remember, you do need a good set of tools and know how to use them. Good luck. 🤣🤣👊

@wolfgangwust5883 2 года назад

Breakdowns and subsequent repairs add to the adventure. While you are feeling pretty shitty while it happens, later on it will come down to just another travel episode. Don't ask how I know...

@MrElmag12 2 года назад

Love the defender but there has a saying: "if you want go into the Bush take a defender but if you also want to come back get a Toyota land cruiser. 😂

@MrRusty7911 2 года назад

There's only two types of off-road vehicles, Land Rover and Land Rover recovery vehicles am I right? :D

@Bet-vx3fg 2 года назад

If you want record drama soap movies to youtube, buy 16 years old Defender 😀

@MrElmag12 2 года назад

@@Bet-vx3fg well, it's all learning 😂

@yourbestinfluence 2 года назад

Despite being an avid Toyota fan and knowing many of them are frothing at the opportunity to diss the Land Rovers, I have to say your videos actually made me want an old Defender and I'm so happy you chose to show the real side of what owning an old car can look like. Land Rover or not, not knowing the complete history of an old car can present problems, Toyotas included. Thankful you're safe and looking forward to future content :)

@Sminstes 2 года назад

There's always something positive with everything. Best of luck!

@theycallmeskillet5840 2 года назад

When you get to where you're going, you may want to look into upgrading your transmission and transfer case. They might be fine in stock form, but you're adding more stress with the extra weight you're carrying and with what I'm assuming are larger tires. And the old black and white mechanical videos just can't be beat for learning the basic components of your vehicle and what they do

@rileydillon6587 2 года назад

Upgrade to what? There’s nothing wrong with the Ashcroft units that are in there, the issue is usually poor maintenance or incorrect usage.

@craigme2583 2 года назад

Cheaper to buy another car

@onetonlandrover 2 года назад

Yeah I've been saying for a while that that wheel & tyre combination is sub-optimal. 235/85R16 ATs would be much better for this kind of travelling.

@ARTSMATH 2 года назад

I really admire you miss eva, from Philippines

@CodySkidmorenh 2 года назад

Others may have mentioned this already, but usually adding a few new parts in a worn transmission just breaks whatever old parts still exist. This is true of all vehicles. Don't give up. Hang in there. I've also installed a new engine only to have it destroy an old transmission.

@shannonbaldus5458 2 года назад

awww I can't wait to feel that much more in love with my van when i can finally build it out as intended!!!!!

@whateverrandomnumber 2 года назад

I have never seen any problems with either the transmission nor with the Central differential in a Defender. As long as you use the proper gear (and use the reduction if needed), these things outlast the engine by a factor of 3. I'm truly sorry you're going through this.

@onetonlandrover 2 года назад

Tdcis are known for spitting out the connecting shaft between the gearbox and transfer box unfortunately.

@mikehurley5052 2 года назад

Bullshit, Land Rover transmission is total crap, i have replaced loads.

@whateverrandomnumber 2 года назад

@@mikehurley5052 may they be classic cases of misuse? 🤔 Also, the recommended fluid for the transmission used to be ATF Dexron III, which totally sucks and all the problems related (overheating, difficulty engaging some gears, synchros going bust earlier then expected) are easily remedied using MTF-94 fluid.

@noorafridi2380 2 года назад

You know what Eva, I've been following u since 2018 when you came to my country Pakistan and spent more than a year here. You've been an inspiration to me since then. You are the strongest person I relate myself to. So don't give up baby, you've come a long way which many can only dream of. ❤️😘

@bellaangus1213 2 года назад

Good luck 🍀

@kraventhearcher 2 года назад

You're not the lone ranger here. All of we overlanding and moto adventure people have to learn as we go, sometimes nearly starting over with each new vehicle we get. You're doing what you can with what you have, which is part of the adventure that makes it fun to tell about afterward. It always sucks when you're in the middle of it. Hang in there. I have a land cruiser and they have their problems too.

@mohammadalhmoush7144 2 года назад

Im sorry that you had to experience this, last scene kinda made wanna cry 😅 Hopefully she is fixed by now 💖

@joshmontgomery4040 2 года назад

It happens to even the best of us ❤️

@lisakeatingyoga 2 года назад

You're awesome!! everything happy for a reason 🤗 you're exactly where you're supposed to be. This has inspired you to learn car mechanics! All challenges are life lessons. Breath deep and clear the mind for a minute each day. You're awesome! Much love! Save journey 🤗🙏✌👊

@toreking1 2 года назад

So sorry for your breakdown, own a 26 year old Montero, learned the bad way, but it takes me everywhere I want slowly of course but it gets there, don’t regret a bit, just enjoy the ride the good and the bad it all counts at the end.

@billyhill2488 2 года назад

Keep your head up my friend. Things will work out in the end. And learn as much as you can about how a car works so you won't be totally blind on the road.

@davescrivens2797 2 года назад

I’ve driven Land-Rovers for 30 years and still absolutely love them! My defender TD5 has done 320k miles, I’ve over loaded it, battered it, driven miles, waded through steams, ploughed through mud and just about everything else you can imagine doing with a pretty indestructible vehicle! I am though on my third gearbox - I think you just have to look at it like a replaceable part! Which is one of the best things about a Landy - they’re completely made up of replaceable parts! I wouldn’t swap mine for anything else.

@einfelder8262 2 года назад

They are completely made of spare parts after a few years. You wouldn't swap it because to do that you need to find someone who wants it.....

@garypeatling7927 2 года назад

The mot people just failed my td5 on rear chassis rot and basically wont retest it unless whole rear chassis replaced sham still drives good 300000 miles engine amazing no dif noise on 2nd gearbox

@pajinasvashtara 2 года назад

Since you are offroading and often driving away from urban areas, you could find out which parts are often breaking down on your car, smaller things like some joints and gaskets and similar things that are not big deal for any mechanic to replace it, which are not expensive but may be hard to find, so you can have it spare parts just in case.

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

Forget having spares. Just replace them in advance.

@pajinasvashtara 2 года назад

@@MrSupernova111 Doesn't work that way... when you are offroading often then things on your car are breaking and wasting. Of course you replace all suspicious parts, but you can't replace all that parts that are wasting 'just in case' every day, or every week (unless you are professional rally driver with support crew and sponsors)

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

@@pajinasvashtara . There is a limit to how much weight you can carry in a vehicle including tools and parts. The best thing to do is to replace what you can upfront and stay proactive. You can't carry all sorts of parts in the hopes you got the one that's going to break on you while on the road. Also, car maintenance require lots of specialty tools. Imagine carrying tools to replace suspension components, fluid lines, sensors, etc... then all sorts of fluids on top of all that. Its not doable.

@pajinasvashtara 2 года назад

@@MrSupernova111 I was not talking about all that, i think that I was clear when I said joints, gaskets and bearings, a small box or bag with parts which you can replace on your own with simple tools. Parts that are most likely to break down when you are in trouble stucked somewhere in hills and mud, moments when you overload your car and break something just to get out of that situation. Btw, most things on car are reparable with regular tools, and you don't need to make full service anyway, just to get back somewhere to solve the things on right way. As I said before, when offroading, you are are away from city, people and everything, and after a while you know better car and know what to expect to break, and, well, yes... it's not unusual that same things are breaking again and again. It has nothing to do with driving a car in the city and on the road.

@MrSupernova111 2 года назад

@@pajinasvashtara . How the hell you going to replace a bearing on the side of the road without all sorts of specialty tools to remove the arm control, hub, tie rods, and the bearing itself?? Also, what gaskets?? You think Eva is going to replace her engine's head gasket on the side of the road? What a joke! You seriously expect someone to carry all that junk with them while traveling?? I think its clear you have no idea what you're talking about. Good day!