L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journoWhat exactly is a differential lock, and what is an axle differential lock? Do you need them for today's vehicles, and if so, front, rear or both? All answered here with driven examples.
How axle lockers work, why you (dont) need front or rear, and when to use.L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-08-31 | What exactly is a differential lock, and what is an axle differential lock? Do you need them for today's vehicles, and if so, front, rear or both? All answered here with driven examples.
A. The horse float is just an example, not the real one. B. I covered why not a WDH in the video, and why not a bullbar. C. I am not a horse expert so cannot answer any of your equestrian enquries. I am not aware of any horse-tow YouTube channels or experts, but would welcome a connection.
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyCould a PHEV be your best recreation support vehicle?L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-09-04 | What do you want from a support vehicle for hobbies - motorsport, boating, horses and whatever else- and could a PHEV be the answer?
Towing a trailer can be tricky, but the right trailer tips can make all the difference. Understanding trailer weight and how it affects your vehicle's handling is key to road safety. Learn how to tow a trailer safely and confidently.
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyUnsuitable for Caravans - whats YOUR reaction?L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-08-20 | "Unsuitable for caravans" doesn't mean you can't tow there, it means you should consider not towing. What would you do?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyAussie content creator? Hear from a specialist lawyer about your risks.L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-08-17 | What legal risks do you run as a content creator in Australia? Should you be worried about defamation? Injurious falsehood? All explained here:
00:00 introduction 02:23 what is defamation? 04:05 best practice to avoid being sued 05:40 product creators 06:15 truth & opinion 08:58 injurious falsehood 09:49 'no magic words' 11:31 SLAPPs 12:35 what should you do if you get a letter? 14:41 should you go nuclear? 16:43 professional indemnity insurance 18:52 legal risks run by commenters 23:18 small companies vs large 24:35 risks run by social group admins 25:47 international law 28:48 product owner risks 30:43 product review contracts 32:59 the DCS/Fischer case 40:00 working with indemnity insurers 44:35 is this common? 46:52 burden of proof
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyNew INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster winch options with RED WinchesL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-08-13 | Talking to RED Winches about INEOS winch options. The standard INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster winch setup has some limitations which are fixed with this change.
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyWhat I learned greenlaning (4x4 touring) in the UKL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-08-03 | 'Greenlaning' is touring the UK by unmade roads. I tried it during the UK summer and this is what I learned.
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyWhy arent there turntable caravans? (pig vs dog trailers)L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-07-09 | People at trucks pulling big trailers and think - well, that's a good idea. Why don't we make a caravan like that? A good question, so I'm answering it here!
00:00 what is the Ranger Super Duty 03:09 capability delta - standard V6 vs Super Duty 05:49 Super Duty Feature 09:12 cost comparison - standard V6 vs Super Duty 12:13 mods and warranty 13:36 power and torque compared 14:55 weights analysis 19:48 towing 24:32 ground clearance 27:05 interior 28:14 buying advice - standard, USA utes, Raptor 32:46 my story
00:00 offroad features 02:22 electric vs ICE offroad 04:01 how it performs offroad 09:01 EVs & low range 14:01 tech dive into EV powertrains 16:19 summary & competitive analysis
00:00 types of hybrid vehicle 03:56 what is the Ranger PHEV 05:41 driving modes 09:25 electrification challenge 10:28 grades of PHEV 10:56 aerodynamics and drag 12:14 range 13:51 real world range test 14:59 cost-effectiveness 16:01 charging 16:40 weights 23:32 towing weights 24:32 packaging
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyBeware the Tandem Trailer TBM TrickL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-06-05 | Tandem trailers run two axles and four wheels so as to share the load for greater stability than single axle trailers. But what happens when the load distribution between axles is changed so towball mass is within specific limits?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyFour Reasons to Tension Your Winch Rope, and Exactly HowL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-05-31 | You should tension your winch rope which means pulling it onto the drum under load. There are good reasons to do that, and in this video I explain them and how.
Modern battery chargers can do a lot of things other than keep a battery at a constant voltage. Watch this interview to learn about:
00:00 summary of chargers and their use 03:46 what happens to the battery if the car isn't used? 04:21 why doesn't the alternator change to 100% 05:25 why do batteries deplete? 07:17 the value of charging to 100% and charge types 09:13 what is an intelligent charger? 14:15 charging lithium vs AGM 15:52 how does the battery 'communicate' ? 17:11 hybrid and EV batteries 20:25 how best to revive a dead battery? 23:50 can batteries be brought back from the dead? 26:02 what is battery conditioning? 28:03 best practices 31:04 CS One battery charger overview 33:40 battery charger use cases 35:26 caravans and battery chargers 36:44 solar panels vs chargers
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyYour simple guide to hybrid cars; BEV, HEV, FCEV, series, parallel and more.L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-04-13 | What's the difference between ICE and HEV? What's a series hybrid vs a parallel hybrid? And most importantly, which should you buy?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyWhat Land Rover should have done: Lexus GX 550 Overtrail Offroad ReviewL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-03-27 | The Lexus GX 550 Overtrail is an amazing offroad vehicle and perhaps what Land Rover should have built?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyDo you really know what unladen weights are?L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-03-10 | What does kerb weight mean? Tare weight? Unladen weight? All explained in this video, with my Ford Ranger as an example.
00:00 types of hybrid defined 05:50 PHEV vs Ranger power/torque 08:25 weights 10:58 aero 11:53 range 14:40 portable power 21:17 Ranger PHEVs vs V6 vs other PHEVs
Soft shackles are wonderful inventions but I'd always wondered about whether it was safe to use a small bend radius like hooking it around a recovery point. So I bought some shackles and broke them to find out!
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyYour Ranger and Everest: 2H, 4A, 4H & why you want 4AL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-02-27 | Many Ford 4x4s have a 4A and 2H drive mode. What are these modes and when would you choose each one?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyHow to drive the Lexus GX550 Overtrail offroadL2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-02-22 | Lexus' GX 550 Overtrail is an amazing offroader but to get the best from it you need to know what all those knobs, dials and switches to. So, watch this!
00:00 introduction and road modes 01:05 tow/haul mode 01:31 Lexus' driver control 01:48 high and low range 02:48 centre diff lock 03:20 CAUTION 03:46 Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) 04:30 Crawl Control 05:35 rear differential lock 06:27 manual gearshift control 07:04 ESC off 07:34 MTM Multi-Terrain Monitor
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyHow did this happen? And a guide to prevent it happening to you.L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-02-17 | Mark and Shirley crashed their rig, but why? And what steps can you take to prevent a crash happening to you?
Buy my books: l2sfbc.com/where-to-buyNarrowing your 4x4 choice - GVM, AWD, accessories & how good offroad? - Part 3L2SFBC - Robert Pepper - auto journo2025-02-07 | In this video I explain how you can define your 4x4 needs, how much 'offroad' you really require for touring, explain GVM upgrades and accessories, and why I like AWD. And, a quick look at the current ute market.
Ever thought about a Unimog as a tourer, overlander, 4WD? Here is your guide, Part 1:
00:00 why a Unimog as a tourer? 01:25 Unimog series and models 04:55 which Unimog for you? 08:05 upgrade an 1700 or buy a new 5000? 09:17 electronics, good or bad? 12:54 fuel and range 13:58 tyres and wheels 15:03 under the chassis 16:11 rear of vehicle 16:59 chassis and flex 18:08 front of vehicle 19:06 battery 19:47 roofrack and cab protection 20:35 wading
AusEV's Ford F-150 Lightning is Australia's first serious 4x4 ute. It's AWD, offers over 100Nm of torque and can tow up to 4500kg with a payload of nearly 1000kg. Is it for you?
00:00 what is the F-150 Lightning? 02:13 RHD conversion 02:46 Underbody 03:29 tub and tailgate 04:24 frunk 04:45 tow test route 05:11 test method 06:07 tow setup 07:26 brake controller 07:46 tow test results 10:04 why EV range is affected by towing 12:21 towing weights analysis 13:53 electric vs diesel/petrol tow 16:17 charging limits 17:39 Lightning vs Ranger 19:44 centre console, seats, locking diff 21:44 conclusion