Minimum mods to take 'trol from stock to Simpson

[Mitch.mccabe]

Don't worry re-read the OPWinter 2014

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey snewin are you going to join out Forum Meetup in the Middle July 2014 crossing the Simpson? Going to be a great trip.

[happygu]

Snewin,

You COULD cross the Simpson in a stock Patrol, and Nissan did this recently with their 50th Aniversary Trip and others have done with 2wd's, but the modifications can make it easier, safer, and more reliable....

Buy good quality gear, and most of my gear is ARB or similar quality, but I did buy a cheap crappo Roofrack, and it broke.

Keep your fuel low and out of the vehicle if possible, and that is where long range tanks come in.....
I have a stainless steel water tank, and it is great, but you could rig up an easy to use water supply using smaller gerry cans.

I wanted to keep the water low too, so that is why I made up a custom tank, which suits my needs,

Air Compressor is a must, as airing down will stop you getting stuck as often.

I carry two complete spares, and recommend it, but if you have the right tools and knowhow, you can get away with a tube or tyre carcass as your extra spare.

Pre-Trip vehicle check is a must too.

Mic

Definitely a good idea to keep your fuel low, so

[megatexture]

You will have to get one of ab's roof rack bags I've herd they are awesome , they are due to be ready around that time as well!

The spare wheel bag is a quality piece of work also.

[oncedisturbed]

i want a roof top bag

[megatexture]

Ditto, lol wonder if I can pre order lol

[arbee]

well im planning on doing the simmo next year as well so there`ll be a few of us out there, keen on the lists as well and mine is a 4.5 and agree they are thirsty, so i too will keep an eye on this thread...cheers