DX grunt... in the flesh

[Bigrig]

Seriously good setup old mate!!! Forget the 'cosmetic' appearance of some things as you put it - it looks top dollar and so long as you're happy with it, not much else matters. Plenty of space under those awnings etc considering what it packs up into!!

[DX grunt]

Here’s 2 x pics without the truck beside it.

In reality, I’ll need to put in guy ropes where the truck normally goes, for stability.

If you know the WA south coast, you’ll understand I need every guy rope you see to accommodate the blustery, windy conditions. Also, I may have to single up the tent pegs to allow for ‘flexing’, too.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/Annexawning037.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/Annexawning038.jpg

[Sir Roofy]

Looking realy good mate,just need to practice backing in close and straight

long sand pegs to hold it up

lots of happy days camping and fishing on the coast

[macca]

Like it mate, good you can get it in and out "easy".

Mate you will have it set up in 20mins flat in no time. Marking stuff "dis goes wid dat" will speed thing up like you said.

Good stuff Rosco.

By the way seen them trees near Geraldton, holy piss the wind must blow a lot there. :jawdrop:

Macca

[Clunk]

I used to have one of those massive old frame tents long ago....... I ended up getting lots of different coloured tape to colour code the ends of which part of the frame went with what.

[Dark 1]

Looks absolute tops Roosco, easily one of the best ute campers i've seen around can't wait to see the set up at the meetup.

[nowoolies]

bout time hahahahahah

hay i dont need to fetch any camping gear down when the cook and i get down that way

that setup is like a hotel ...WOW..... top rig mate

[nowoolies]

Haven't thought about lighting seriously yet. It's an OSH reps dream to see all those tripping hazards. Looking for any advice/info, so feel free to contribute.

Rossco

go for L E D mate
thats what i have in the back of my work bus
lights the place up like a chrismas tree

[shaunh]

great setup mate

[DX grunt]

Another couple of mods........

Today, I paid for and received a Steca solar regulator, and tomorrow I'm buying a Deca Intimidator RV fully sealed Glass Matt Battery.

Wife is adamant that the solar panels aren't going on the roof. Damn!! Sooooo, I'm looking for a free standing A frame. Not happy, but will get used to it I guess.

In her defence, my neighbour used his multimeter in a trial and it definitely helps to have them angled.

Are you reading this, Jon!!!! It's nearly there.

Just had a look at a latest catalogue and my panels have been superceeded, already!!! BP now make 130w panels, not 125w. Doh.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[AB]

Interesting to see how you go with all this Rossco and get some feedback too mate...lol

I need to head down this path in the next 12 months with the camper and I know ZIP about solar!

[Dark 1]

Another couple of mods........

Today, I paid for and received a Steca solar regulator, and tomorrow I'm buying a Deca Intimidator RV fully sealed Glass Matt Battery.

Wife is adamant that the solar panels aren't going on the roof. Damn!! Sooooo, I'm looking for a free standing A frame. Not happy, but will get used to it I guess.

In her defence, my neighbour used his multimeter in a trial and it definitely helps to have them angled.

Are you reading this, Jon!!!! It's nearly there.

Just had a look at a latest catalogue and my panels have been superceeded, already!!! BP now make 130w panels, not 125w. Doh.

Take care out there.

Rossco

Good stuff ole mate. The Steca's are a top reg mate good choice, also i don't like to admit it but your missus is right, although 2 x 125 w panels should give ample power even when not sun chasing [mounted on the roof].

Like i've said before mate simply one of the best ute/camper setups out there.

[DX grunt]

Thanks guys.

I'm still a bit nervous about going completely independent with solar, so until I'm confident, the old 750w 2 stroke genny will still be tucked away in the back of my truck. lol

[patch697]

Thanks guys.

I'm still a bit nervous about going completely independent with solar, so until I'm confident, the old 750w 2 stroke genny will still be tucked away in the back of my truck. lol

whats the scouts motto Bro????............. It never hurts to be hay.....

[the ferret]

Like it mate, good you can get it in and out "easy".

Mate you will have it set up in 20mins flat in no time. Marking stuff "dis goes wid dat" will speed thing up like you said.

Good stuff Rosco.

By the way seen them trees near Geraldton, holy piss the wind must blow a lot there. :jawdrop:

Macca

The wind is that strong up there sometimes, I've known it ta blow the dog straight off the chain lol.

[Woof]

You have done a bloody great job there Ross, enjoy it mate and if (when) you get stuck just give me a call and the Q will be there to recover you.......LOLOLOLOLOL

Woops just remembered that the Q is still broken, better not call me................NOT LOLOLOLOL now

[DX grunt]

I'm getting excited. Finally get the solar put on tomorrow! Only 16 sleeps to go befoire holidays start - unless the boss changes the roster, then it'll be 18!

So looking forward to hols. Last had them wayyyyyy back in February.

I'm more than impressed with my Marine Deep Cycle Battery - it;s so much easier than carrying a genny and 2 stroke fuel around everywhere.

Pics to follow - Paul. lol

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Sir Roofy]

i'm getting excited. Finally get the solar put on tomorrow! Only 16 sleeps to go befoire holidays start - unless the boss changes the roster, then it'll be 18!

So looking forward to hols. Last had them wayyyyyy back in february.

I'm more than impressed with my marine deep cycle battery - it;s so much easier than carrying a genny and 2 stroke fuel around everywhere.

Pics to follow - paul. Lol

take care out there.

Rossco

youll enjoy your camping a lot more now you dont have to worry about
the geni and extra fuel

[macca]

Good to see it coming togeather for you.
Where are you going? How far away? 4WDing? How long? Fishing gear? Camera?
You know all the nosey stuff.
Macca

[DX grunt]

Good to see it coming togeather for you.
Where are you going? How far away? 4WDing? How long? Fishing gear? Camera?
You know all the nosey stuff.
Macca

This will be the inaugural big trip of my truck going totally solar. I'm going to a beach side location about 120k's from home, that has a free gas bbq and a drop dunny.

I'll still be taking enough stuff to be totally independent - just in case I have to move, should my camping spot be inundated with drunken, rowdy tourists for xmas/new year.

I'll be there for nearly 2 weeks by myself, then I'll have to zip home and pick the missus up. Hopefully my 2 youngest boys (16 & 18) will be coming too. So we'll be there for Xmas and New Year's Eve.

Well and truly in preparation mode at the moment. Annex is set up in the front yard - all I've gotta do is to mark the poles and fold it up.

I've got so many things I want to do before I go away, but things are really expensive.

I've found a local shop that has fridge slides to hold my 95lt fridge - $345 plus postage. Love Rottodiver's roof slide for his solar panels. I want one. lol

I need to sort out my camp lighting. Got a couple of LED's but need to hook them up. I need a decent inverter, too. And lots of plugs/powerpoints. And, and, and,

The list goes on and on. I'm very happy with my set up. Need a couple of major mods done to be happier to make my truck more OSH friendly. lol

I'm going to take my lappy, so I'll be able to talk to the outside world - once I get on top of a big hill. lol

The only piece of recovery gear I don't have is an exhaust jack. That's on the wishlist. I love my maxtrax. Saved my backside a couple of 'practice' times.

I need water storage. Does anybody have a ute with water storage behind the seats? You know, those long skinny tanks. Still coming to terms with the price of them!

Oh well, off on a 300k round trip to get the solar hooked up. I'm getting excited - 15 more sleeps to go before hols.

Fishing will be my main entertainment while I wait for my solar water bags to heat up. lol Got 4kg of mulies to keep me occupied.

I'm willing to take my camera if you want to see pics of me in my MAMIL (Middle Aged Man in Lycra) uniform. lol

I will be taking my truck on the beach, but I've got a golden rule of never going there alone. Always take a Yota so you can recover it! lol

Take care out there.

Rossco

[macca]

Mate that sounds fantastic, except for the modelling bit, maybe pics of fish caught and Tojo's recovered will be more to my liking!!!!
Pity you live on the other side of the Big Island, I would gladly give you a hand to sort out the electrics, takes time to install it so it gives you no troubles. You will get there.
There are some good sites in the US for water tanks, Dad got one for his campervan delivered for a great price and good quality too. Not sure about behind the seat jobbies. Will put site in an edit here, once I find it.
Have a good break Rossco and enjoy christmas new year camping with your family.
Macca

A search in ebay (USA no .com .au etc) I think a US gallon is 3.7 litres
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=camper+water+tank+&_trksid=p5197.c0.m627
Hope that works, might take some trolling to find something suitable and reasonable frieght
Dads 10gallon cost $94.52 from www.keithsrvsurplus.com delivered
Macca

[Dozer]

great looking set up, solar is the way to go ey. Are you going to make up some protective covers for when they are not in use?

[DX grunt]

great looking set up, solar is the way to go ey. Are you going to make up some protective covers for when they are not in use?

Still looking at my options. They are hinged in the middle, so at the moment, they'll be folded in half and wrapped up in a blanket. Looking at a tiltable roof 'fridege slide' as the preferred option.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Well folks, my solar is finally set up!

2 x 125w BP solar panels. Apparently they are now upgraded to 130w panels.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2796.jpg

Anderson Plug on front of pod just behind passenger door. Put it there so the pod can be locked.
Plug has dust cap, too.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2801.jpg

Steca 2020 regulator set up on front wall of pod, just above the 12v electrical box. I’ll see how it goes. If I need a bigger regulator, I’ll get one. All I’m running at the moment is my 95lt Evakool fridge/freezer. I’ll crank up the Handiwash at the same time and keep an eye on consumption with my multimeter.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2802.jpg

The 2 panels are held together by a bit of angle iron and 4 nuts/bolts, strategically placed on the top and bottom of the panel, and hinged with 2 large hinges. Holes were already there.

Picture is of the panels together , standing upright against 2 x 240lt bins.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2804.jpg

The challenge I have is the weight of the panels. On the www.nissanpatrol.com forum, Rottodiver has the set up I want.

It looks basically like a tiltable fridge slide on the roof. It looks fantastic, and just waiting for him to give me some pics.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[the ferret]

Gee Rosco, you could just about plug that into the meterbox and do away with Synergy lol!!

[AB]

Very nice Rossco, interested to see how it performs mate!

[DX grunt]

Very nice Rossco, interested to see how it performs mate!

Thanks guys. I've just plugged my 95lt Evakool fridge/freezer in and turned on the Handiwash hot/cold water storage unit. Will be interested at the end of the day or when the water gets hot

[the ferret]

Can we all come down for a shower tonite then??
Cheers, the ferret.

[DX grunt]

Can we all come down for a shower tonite then??
Cheers, the ferret.

Of course you can. Just BYO dunny. Haven't hooked up the french version with warm water yet. lol

[Dozer]

Still looking at my options. They are hinged in the middle, so at the moment, they'll be folded in half and wrapped up in a blanket. Looking at a tiltable roof 'fridege slide' as the preferred option.

Rossco

A cheap "Light" way to go might be to have a fibreglassing shop make some hinged covers so you can open and close them on the panel's. Seen this done before and looks very neat.

[DX grunt]

Bump. I'm excited - so are you, so please read my thread. lol

Got the solar mods done.

[Silver]

Very tidy - thanks for putting this up DxGrunt.

[DX grunt]

Thanks guys. I had the 95lt Evakool fridge down to -14 today and am happy with that. Also cranked up the HandiWash and had hot water in no time. Didn't seem to loose much battery power at all with both running at the same time.

I know squat about 12v. Took it to the auto electrician and said "Fix it please", and he did.

All I provided was the regulator and solar panels - that's it.

This is what I know about the parts that were used......
9mm twin sheathed cable 8B&S (15 metres of cable)
Solar Glands CG20 20mm
13mm spilt convoluted tubing
50amp Anderson Plug and terminals
Cover suit 50amp Anderson Plug
Pipe/cable support clamps 19mm
W/Proof fuse holder with 6mm cable
6mm Twin Sheath cable per metre
Workshop Sundries ?? ($3.70)
Labour

I had it wired up to charge my 2nd battery (Deep cycle).

Long story, but they're 125w BP solar panels. Apparently they don't make them any more, but have upgraded to 130w panels.

I don't know where most of this stuff goes, but I am one very happy customer.

Hope this helps.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Sir Roofy]

well done rossco
now you can plug the kettle in make a cuppa and relax
one top thread mate enjoyed the trip

[Dark 1]

Good to see the solar is FINALLY finished hope it is all your expecting. As i've said time & time again simply one of the best utes around.

[Dark 1]

Look foward to seeing grunt in the flesh at the meetup.

[DX grunt]

Look foward to seeing grunt in the flesh at the meetup.

Thanks for the comments.

I was just thinking of bringing my swag and sleeping in the back, but if enough pressure is put on me, I'll bring the full monty. LMAO

[Dark 1]

Thanks for the comments.

I was just thinking of bringing my swag and sleeping in the back, but if enough pressure is put on me, I'll bring the full monty. LMAO

I reckon you'll need the whole lot mate, cause if your camp is that big it might help hide the "yota". lol

[DX grunt]

OK, just for you. hahahahahaha

[SCADA]

Nice build...bit like what I plan for sometime in the future.

Just for your information, solar panels will generate about 30 - 40% more energy over a daily cycle if the sun is kept perpendicular to the panel. Of course you wont be able to track the sun perfectly but the more you can angle them facing the sun, the more effective they will be. Wikipedia has a great page on solar cells here ---> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photo_voltaic

I'll will be interested to see how yours perform in a "real world" situation.

If you want any advice on inverters, I may be able to help.

Cheers

[SCADA]

I nearly forgot...http://www.4x4equip.com.au/ has LED strips if your looking for lighting options. Yes they are a bit pricey but I have found they work well and give you the option of having the yellow light which doesn't attract the bugs. Try 'em out and if you don't like them, ping 'em on Ebay!

[DX grunt]

Nice build...bit like what I plan for sometime in the future.

Just for your information, solar panels will generate about 30 - 40% more energy over a daily cycle if the sun is kept perpendicular to the panel. Of course you wont be able to track the sun perfectly but the more you can angle them facing the sun, the more effective they will be. Wikipedia has a great page on solar cells here ---> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photo_voltaic

I'll will be interested to see how yours perform in a "real world" situation.

If you want any advice on inverters, I may be able to help.

Cheers

Thanks mate.

I go on hols on Sunday - 5 more sleeps - for 3 weeks. I'm reluctantly taking my 750w generator, because I'm a bit short of funds to explore my options at the moment.

Thanks for the links. Will look them up asap.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Another mod paid for. Just waiting impatiently for the mailman to deliver.

The layby system is still around. You just gotta know where to find it! lol

I'm the proud owner of a pre-loved NGT HF Codan radio.

Note to self: Leave enough room on bull bar to ride it with G banger....just in case I lose ANOTHER bet. lol

Pics to follow. Hurry up mailman!!!! lololol

[AB]

Another mod paid for. Just waiting impatiently for the mailman to deliver.

The layby system is still around. You just gotta know where to find it! lol

I'm the proud owner of a pre-loved NGT HF Codan radio.

Note to self: Leave enough room on bull bar to ride it with G banger....just in case I lose ANOTHER bet. lol

Pics to follow. Hurry up mailman!!!! lololol

Good to see you got your priorities sorted mate...LMAO

[DX grunt]

Good to see you got your priorities sorted mate...LMAO

I've only been paying it off for 6 months!!!

Not cheap, but I now have peace of mind when I go bush. lol

Ohhhhh, I get it, now. Leaving room on the bullbar. hahahahahaha. Doh Rossco!!!

[Mazodude]

hey mate, is the antenna auto or manual?

[DX grunt]

hey mate, is the antenna auto or manual?
auto... From memory, it's a 9323 auto.

I've changed computers and all the info's on the other one.

[Steve cooper]

DX grunt, well done with your setup mate top job!!

My oldies are doing the grey nomad thing at the moment and I'll be showing them your build up when I see them next, a few great ideas in there for sure!!

[Cuppa]

I nearly forgot...http://www.4x4equip.com.au/ has LED strips if your looking for lighting options. Yes they are a bit pricey but I have found they work well.....

LED's are definitely the way to go, good light & use less of your valuable battery power.

I know several folks who have bought these (http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-5m-500cm-Warm-White-3528-Smd-Led-Strip-Lights-300-Leds-p-27384.html#) particular ones & are very happy with them, Can't get'em any cheaper than this. I've use the same type (but purchased from Deal Extreme) in both our bus & in an enclosed motorcycle trailer. Will be getting some for my 'pod'.
Either just stick them onto the 'pod' ceiling or walls, or cut into strips & use inside the Telstra supplied Fluoro lights (3 strips attached to the fluoro tube work well).

regards
Cuppa

[DX grunt]

LED's are definitely the way to go, good light & use less of your valuable battery power.

I know several folks who have bought these (http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-5m-500cm-Warm-White-3528-Smd-Led-Strip-Lights-300-Leds-p-27384.html#) particular ones & are very happy with them, Can't get'em any cheaper than this. I've use the same type (but purchased from Deal Extreme) in both our bus & in an enclosed motorcycle trailer. Will be getting some for my 'pod'.
Either just stick them onto the 'pod' ceiling or walls, or cut into strips & use inside the Telstra supplied Fluoro lights (3 strips attached to the fluoro tube work well).

regards
Cuppa

Thanks. Will make that a priority. Great price too.

Down on the south coast of WA, I sometimes have a major issue with condensation on the roof of the pod. Woken up a couple of times with water dripping on the doona. Might have to stick the lights elsewhere.

Have you done anything to your pod's roof or is it still bare metal? I was considering putting installation up there, but not sure now, due to the condensation.

Rossco

[Cuppa]

Down on the south coast of WA, I sometimes have a major issue with condensation on the roof of the pod. Woken up a couple of times with water dripping on the doona. Might have to stick the lights elsewhere.

Have you done anything to your pod's roof or is it still bare metal?

Have you had the problem since fitting your solar panels on the roof? I'd have thought they might help a bit. My 'pod's roof is still bare metal, but I wont be sleeping inside it, plus have the rooftop tent fitted, so hopefully won't be too much of an issue. If it is I'll stick some 'coreflute' (I think that's what it's called, the stuff real estate 'for sale' signs are often made of) up inside the ceiling. Had a condensation problem on the rear window of our bus, next to the bed. A couple of election 'vote for me' signs covered in fabric sorted it.

Cuppa
Ps.just ordered some of those Led's this arvo.

[DX grunt]

Nah. Solar panels lay flat on my double bed foam mattress whilst in transit then get left out in the elements until I pack up and leave.

Short to medium plan it to get them on the roof. If I go further north, I don't anticipate too much condensation - but I had to ask you the question.

[AB]

If it is I'll stick some 'coreflute' (I think that's what it's called, the stuff real estate 'for sale' signs are often made of) up inside the ceiling.

Yeah your correct Cuppa It's called corflute. Polypropylene sheets with slots inside.

They use them for those temporary roadwork ahead signs, etc...

[DX grunt]

I'm still waiting anxiously for my Codan NGT HF Radio. It's somewhere between Brissy and Perth. C'mon, hurry up. lol

[Cuppa]

LED's are definitely the way to go, good light & use less of your valuable battery power.

I know several folks who have bought these (http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-5m-500cm-Warm-White-3528-Smd-Led-Strip-Lights-300-Leds-p-27384.html#) particular ones & are very happy with them, Can't get'em any cheaper than this.

Ummm, despite other folks on other forums reporting being happy with these LEDs, I just read this about this supplier. http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/banggood.com This combined with the facts that I ordered some but have had no acknowledgement of my purchase (except for a Paypal receipt) and that I am also unable to access the account I had to establish, using the password they supplied, I would be wary of using them, at least until such time as I receive my order. just in case I have changed my Paypal password.

Maybe use DealExtreme instead - they are trustworthy & cheap, I have used them many times.

Cuppa

[Clunk]

stick some carpet of fabric to the roof of your pod Rossco...... that'll sort out your condensation problem

[Dark 1]

Or you could order from Dark Enterprises & support a struggling forum member. Lol did I make ya feel bad.


Tapatalking my around.

[Clunk]

Or you could order from Dark Enterprises & support a struggling forum member. Lol did I make ya feel bad.


Tapatalking my around.

you tell them mate.............. fancy ordering led lights from some dodgy ebay vendors hey!!!!!!????? lmao

[Dark 1]

Yeh who do they think they are, then they go & spook about on the forum, bloody barstools.

Roflol.


Tapatalking my around.

[DX grunt]

Or you could order from Dark Enterprises & support a struggling forum member. Lol did I make ya feel bad.


Tapatalking my around.

Show us your......website. What are you flogging????? Have you parted out your Tojo yet? hahaha. I'm too old to feel bad, anymore. hahahaha

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Cuppa]

Hey Ross, just a follow up on those LEDs I ordered from Banggood. http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-5m-500cm-Warm-White-3528-Smd-Led-Strip-Lights-300-Leds-p-27384.html#

Although there was a bit of a mix up with accessing my account on their website & I thought i might be getting scammed, they sorted it out after I emailed them, & the LEDs arrived in the mail today. Pretty quick delivery from Hong Kong. The Leds are great, No duds, 3M doublesided tape on the back, & the reason I'm posting to you is to let you know that the Led's are all encapsulated in a clear flexible rubber-like plastic, so should be waterproof. I may even use some stuck on the outside of the canopy. For 16 bucks I'm impressed. A couple of metres would give way more light than the existing fluoros & use a lot less power.

Cuppa

[DX grunt]

Well, I took the old girl in to the mechanics for:
1. Full lube service and safety check
2. Front wheel bearings and hub seals were replaced.

I thought the exhaust manifold gasket was gone, but after they got under it, I have to have a turbo gasket and the exhaust manifold gasket replaced.

I was told they have to replace all 3 turbo gaskets as they won't replace only one - usual for a country town, none in stock and have to order one in. Not an issue, and is getting done next week.

Having a look at my bill and saw the usual Environmental waste disposal surcharge $11.82.

What happened to the old days of pouring it down the sink? Just kidding, people!!!

Take care out there.

Rossco

[rusty_nail]

What happened to the old days of pouring it down the sink? Just kidding, people!!!


dont you mean diggin a hole in your backyard and burying it? haha

[Woof]

Well, I took the old girl in to the mechanics for:

Having a look at my bill and saw the usual Environmental waste disposal surcharge $11.82.

What happened to the old days of pouring it down the sink? Just kidding, people!!!

Take care out there.

Rossco

Should have taken it home mate and used it to cook some of those dodgy fish that you catch, may improve to taste.......................LOLOLOLOL

Yeah I know that I hijacked your thread mate but that is what us Moderators are best at.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/02/5.gif

[pattersd]

Very nice, I am thinking that maybe a camper on top, how strong is the canopy? Would it take a hard floor camper?

[DX grunt]

Very nice, I am thinking that maybe a camper on top, how strong is the canopy? Would it take a hard floor camper?

The one I had made up is really strong. I've only used it a couple of times, but it has held up really well in the strong winds we have in WA. I've used double guy ropes for everything. A bit more work, but lots of peace of mind. Had a couple of issues with water leaking in, but that was my lack of experience. I found myself digging trenches in the rain. Silly boy!!! I've got a PVC floor, which works really well. I need a portable vacuum to get rid of all the sand. Wet sand is hard work sweeping it out 4 or 5 times an hour. lol.

The top of my truck is really sturdy because it takes my 95kg frame without too much flexing. lol. Cross winds are a bit of an issue, but I drive carefully and only get the odd surprise when I veer a little bit .. lol

[DX grunt]

Getting closer to remote travel. Got the HF radio bracket made up and welded onto the bull bar. Gunna get the whole thing installed in Perth next Monday. I'm so excited.

I've put the aerial on and it looks soooooo cool. Now I know why I named my truck DX grunt.....because of a mean looking aerial. It goes faster now, too. lol

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Clunk]

Where's the piccies???????????

[DX grunt]

Where's the piccies???????????

Ease up sunshine!! lol I got home in the dark and you won't see my black spandies without a flash (figure of speech only!! hahaha)

[Bigrig]

Ease up sunshine!! lol I got home in the dark and you won't see my black spandies without a flash (figure of speech only!! hahaha)

Hmmm ... willing to risk it ... want some photos!!!! lmao

[DX grunt]

Hmmm ... willing to risk it ... want some photos!!!! lmao

Not on your life!!! I have a reputation dignity and honour, you know. lol PML

[Bigrig]

Not on your life!!! I have a reputation dignity and honour, you know. lol PML

C'mon ... really??

Not sure if you're trying to fool us, or continuing to fool yourself!!!! LMFAO!!!!

[Clunk]

Not on your life!!! I have a reputation dignity and honour, you know. lol PML

Who told you that then rossco????????

[DX grunt]

Who told you that then rossco????????

My mum. :tease: lolololol

[Clunk]

My mum. :tease: lolololol

And I suppose she also told you that spray ons were a good look too hey!!!!????

[Woof]

Ease up sunshine!! lol I got home in the dark and you won't see my black spandies without a flash (figure of speech only!! hahaha)

Hey you lot only saw the photos, I had the misfortune to see it live....

[Bigrig]

Hey you lot only saw the photos, I had the misfortune to see it live....

Now I'm giggling!!!! lmao

You poor b@stard!! Rossco does love 'highlighting' the meat and two veg doesn't he!!!! PML

Ohhhhh ... good giggle late on a Tuesday night ...

[Inkbandit]

Nice Rig Rossco, I just read all 35 pages from go to whoa, and im very impressed, iv'e only recently joined this forum and am going through the members rigs for ideas for mine, im sure i'll be taking a couple from this build, once again top build mate:clapping:

[DX grunt]

Nice Rig Rossco, I just read all 35 pages from go to whoa, and im very impressed, iv'e only recently joined this forum and am going through the members rigs for ideas for mine, im sure i'll be taking a couple from this build, once again top build mate:clapping:

Thanks. It's taken a couple of years, but I'm getting there. I did a heap of researching on different forums to get it to where it is. Every truck is a work in progress. lol

My latest addition is a HF Codan radio that was put in about 3 weeks ago. Haven't got any pics to add, but will do so, asap.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Latest mod.....HF Codan NGT radio with auto tune aerial.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/Mod-HFCodanNGT.jpg

[growler2058]

FAR OUT thats a big un Rossco

[Clunk]

you needed to stand back a km or so, so you can experience the fuoll size of Rossco's antenna....................... its massive!!!!!!!!!!!

[big_fletch]

That Ariel for the HF looks Awesome on the front of the Troll Ross :thumbup:
Troll is coming along very nicely mate

Fletcha

[DX grunt]

Gone back quite a few pages and can't find a pic of my truck 'in the wild'

This is a pic before I got the HF radio.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2951-1-1.jpg

[Sir Roofy]

One corner rope gone slack,bigger sand pegs required here

[aussiemale]

That is one nice friggen set up mate,

[Brendan56]

Now there's a man that knows what he's doing!

[DX grunt]

One corner rope gone slack,bigger sand pegs required here
Haven't you got some dishes to wash or clothes to hang out? lol

I knew SOMEONE would pick that up. Actually, it's me being slack. lol

[Sir Roofy]

haven't you got some dishes to wash or clothes to hang out? Lol

i knew someone would pick that up. Actually, it's me being slack. Lol

all done mate,looks good and you know it

[aussiemale]

Obviously you don't have washing on the line etc, you're with "Don't go there if you know what's good for you". She'd of got you to make sure
1. you're not in the photo and,
2, the place is perfect, even if it's not like that in real life LOL
Those that have been married for less than 20 yrs may disagree as they're still fresh and he thinks he's right and she thinks she'll fix that

[aussiemale]

DO like the stencil above the cab though

[DX grunt]

Obviously you don't have washing on the line etc, you're with "Don't go there if you know what's good for you". She'd of got you to make sure
1. you're not in the photo and,
2, the place is perfect, even if it's not like that in real life LOL
Those that have been married for less than 20 yrs may disagree as they're still fresh and he thinks he's right and she thinks she'll fix that

You;ve lost me ??????
I wasn't serious. I've met roofy in the flesh. I was just having a dig because everybody analyzes everything in the picture. lol

[aussiemale]

now don't I feel like a d!ck LOL
misread it,
have a nice hole I'd like to retreat into now

[DX grunt]

now don't I feel like a dick LOL
misread it,
have a nice hole I'd like to retreat into now
Don't stress, bro. There's still room at my campfire for you. lol

Take care.

Rossco

[Sir Roofy]

don't stress, bro. There's still room at my campfire for you. Lol

take care.

Rossco
alls good mate you can sit at my fire as well ,see what you did rossco ,
upset the locals pml

[DX grunt]

alls good mate you can sit at my fire as well ,see what you did rossco ,
upset the locals pml

Well, I analyze everything, just like everybody else. lol pml

Must be my dry aussie humour. lol

[aussiemale]

omg, I'm surrounded by other me's, fires, patrols, that brewed stuff that makes one bullet proof..and one of them has a tent on his flat deck...MESSY

[Sir Roofy]

Well, I analyze everything, just like everybody else. lol pml

Must be my dry aussie humour. lol

that,l do it every time ,hooked another one mate lol

[DX grunt]

2 more mods......

1. Harry Hardcase for the front dif
2. 1000 watt power inverter to plug in my toys.

Once I get the camera sorted, you'll see some pics.

[Sir Roofy]

Now you can drive through the big holes on the verge now
and not worry about your front diff

1000w inverta mmmmm something else to drain the batterys

[DX grunt]

Now you can drive through the big holes on the verge now
and not worry about your front diff

1000w inverta mmmmm something else to drain the batterys

Yeah. Considering A 3rd battery. Don't want to put it inside the pod coz I'll be sleeping in there. Do they make waterproof battery boxes?

The solar panels are brilliant. Fully charges in a few hours.

[Sir Roofy]

Yeah. Considering A 3rd battery. Don't want to put it inside the pod coz I'll be sleeping in there. Do they make waterproof battery boxes?

The solar panels are brilliant. Fully charges in a few hours.

just get one of them gel batteries no spill no mess cant think of the name

[twindiff]

Hi Rossco.
Great truck mate, have enjoyed reading your build up while plotting and planning my own ex-Telstra truck mission (see Moby the white whale).
Are there many more of us? You, Cuppa and myself are the only one's I've seen so far but I'm still looking....
Cheers,
Errol

[DX grunt]

Hi Rossco.
Great truck mate, have enjoyed reading your build up while plotting and planning my own ex-Telstra truck mission (see Moby the white whale).
Are there many more of us? You, Cuppa and myself are the only one's I've seen so far but I'm still looking....
Cheers,
Errol

Thanks Errol.
That's it as far as I know. Nowoolies, has one as a work truck. Yeah, it's a work in progress. Bakes from Qld is looking into one, too.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[roobs]

Nice truck mate.

[macca]

So now its only telstra pods, got a few more to form your own sub club.

A blokes got feelings you know.

Must be that dry Aussie humour.....

[twindiff]

Yeah, yeah, ex-telstra club

Here to fix your phone...... :-)

[GUtsy ute]

Thanks Errol.
That's it as far as I know. Nowoolies, has one as a work truck. Yeah, it's a work in progress. Bakes from Qld is looking into one, too.

Take care out there.

Rossco

Geez Rossco, I'm cut you didn't mention me!LOL
I've got feelings like Macca too you know!!!

[DX grunt]

Geez Rossco, I'm cut you didn't mention me!LOL
I've got feelings like Macca too you know!!!

Sorry guys. lol I thought there was a couple more, but I was put on the spot and couldn't remember who's who.

[GUtsy ute]

No sweat Rossco,
Good to see our numbers growing and all the info and ideas shared.
Hoping to get over your way on our next big trip in 2013.

Cheers Gavin

[macca]

Thanks Rosco

[threedogs]

Plenty of batteries for you to choose from, just the price that makes the difference.
Could have 1 battery just for starting ute
2 battery for fridge only min 100 ah
3 battery for all other 12v duties like lighting for camp, inverter, winch,
Solar panels will make you fully self sufficient, where ever you camp

[Clunk]

It's called senile dementia mate!!!!!! Lol

[DX grunt]

Plenty of batteries for you to choose from, just the price that makes the difference.
Could have 1 battery just for starting ute
2 battery for fridge only min 100 ah
3 battery for all other 12v duties like lighting for camp, inverter, winch,
Solar panels will make you fully self sufficient, where ever you camp

Thanks. That's the intention.

One question......is it safe to sleep in the pod with a battery in the back (gel or some other closed type), or should the battery be external?

[Silver]

what can a battery do.
While charging, produce hydrogen gas, which is explosive?
Splash and spit a fine spray of acid once close to fully charged, depending on what is done with the caps and the 'smartness' of the charger
overheat and catch fire, releasing sulphuric acid.
What else?

In a suitable box ideally vented to the outside it would probably be fine - but that's not an expert opinion by any means. I reckon one will come along soon :-)

I confess to being pretty casual about 7ah sealed lead acids in tents over the years - only taking care to ensure the terminals can't be shorted. And I've not ever charged them in the tent.

[threedogs]

Hi DX cant you run any or extra AUX batteries you want under the tray? Heaps of room under there that usually goes to waste
Noticed you have room behind the cab under the chassis, nice ventilated lockable box there will house a decent aux battery.



I call it OFS or old fart syndrome

[DX grunt]

Hi DX cant you run any or extra AUX batteries you want under the tray? Heaps of room under there that usually goes to waste
Noticed you have room behind the cab under the chassis, nice ventilated lockable box there will house a decent aux battery.
I call it OFS or old fart syndrome

Thanks TD

Here's a probable solution.

My solar set up is wired into the second battery. If I put the 3rd battery into the vented, lockable locker under the front LHS of the pod and wire it up to the Anderson Plug in the24v panel in the pod and leave the key permanently in the 'on' position, the alternator should technically keep all 3 batteries on charge - with the assistance of the solar panels.

Do I need a 2nd/bigger alternator. My 2 x 125 watt solar panels are brilliant and my battery charges up in no time. Here's the pics. lol

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/Evakooland12v003.jpg
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/ExtraMoreDXgrunt008.jpg
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2801-2.jpg
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DSCF2951-1-1.jpg

[DX grunt]

Please read the above thread first.

I like my toys and creature comforts. I've got a HF radio, 'Handiwash' hot/cold water system, 95lt Evakool fridge/freezer that runs 24/7, a small DVD/cd player and more recently, a 1000w inverter.

The only real thing that will be continuous will be the Evakool - and sometimes the radio/cd player. Do I need another/bigger alternator? I'm outa my depth talking about this stuff.

The 3rd battery - away from the front end - sounds like the way to go. I'm thinking along the lines of 'what if' I hit a roo and it knocks the batteries out, I'll have Plan B to be able to call for help, etc.

The whole idea of my truck is to be independent, go remote camping and not have to cart a camper trailer around.

Comments please.

[threedogs]

If you have a 100 amp alternater you'll be right with a triple battery set up. What do your panels return each about 6 amps x2 is 12 amps an hour on a good day. you have nothing thats going to use that much power. You could do what you want with one panel. Out of interest add up what the amperage is of your accessories? Approx is ok if you don't know. I only use 80 watt panel and could stay a very long time in one spot , beer and food aside. changed all my camp lighting to LED to get a little extra out of the battery. Our camp is very bright music all day long etc etc. Pain in the butt fitting 2nd altenator.

[DX grunt]

If you have a 100 amp alternater you'll be right with a triple battery set up. What do your panels return each about 6 amps x2 is 12 amps an hour on a good day. you have nothing thats going to use that much power. You could do what you want with one panel. Out of interest add up what the amperage is of your accessories? Approx is ok if you don't know. I only use 80 watt panel and could stay a very long time in one spot , beer and food aside. changed all my camp lighting to LED to get a little extra out of the battery. Our camp is very bright music all day long etc etc. Pain in the butt fitting 2nd altenator.

Thanks mate. Will do. I'll need a few days. but I will get back to you. I got told that the HF radio and the hot/cold water system sucks up heaps of juice. Some people reckon just turn the Codan NGT AR on for the sked then turn it off again. I'd like to be able to leave it on scan during daylight hours - if I can.

[threedogs]

No rush on info, your panels should support all you do for weeks on end, you'd only need to start the car if EG its been raining for weeks, or opening the fridge too many times,lol Can't see it myself. just make sure 1 battery is start only, thats your saftey factor so to speak, or plan B. that leaves 200ah of battery maybe more, don't know what batteries you have, thats a lot of usable power that gets topped up at 12 ah. IMO you only need one panel, but hey

[DX grunt]

No rush on info, your panels should support all you do for weeks on end, you'd only need to start the car if EG its been raining for weeks, or opening the fridge too many times,lol Can't see it myself. just make sure 1 battery is start only, thats your saftey factor so to speak, or plan B. that leaves 200ah of battery maybe more, don't know what batteries you have, thats a lot of usable power that gets topped up at 12 ah. IMO you only need one panel, but hey

Thanks. I'm a newbee at 12v, so I'm guessing over compensating is better than under compensating. I'll have a 'dry run' with everything cranked up in the driveway and do a test or two or three, before I hit the track and get stuck. lol. Thanks for all your help.

I got 2 panels because I was initially told that my 95lt Evakool fridge/freezer would need one panel to run. I got the 2nd panel for all my toys. lol.

Thanks again.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[threedogs]

You could always bolt one panel to the roof of your pod hard wired, it acts like a tropical roof and keeps pod cool needs 1" of clearance breeze goes underneath. Use your other one to chase the sun at camp via the anderson plug.

[Lunny]

You could always bolt one panel to the roof of your pod hard wired, it acts like a tropical roof and keeps pod cool needs 1" of clearance breeze goes underneath. Use your other one to chase the sun at camp via the anderson plug.

Iwas just about to suggest the same thing, have that hooked to your 2nd 3rd with isolators between all three so you can charge them all while at a camp and easily charge the 2&3 battery while driving without worrying about the charge of your alternator. . What size regulator are you running for the panels??

[DX grunt]

Iwas just about to suggest the same thing, have that hooked to your 2nd 3rd with isolators between all three so you can charge them all while at a camp and easily charge the 2&3 battery while driving without worrying about the charge of your alternator. . What size regulator are you running for the panels??

It's a Steca PR2020. I really should have got a MPPT PR3030, but I'm still learning, and it's been good so far. I've been camping for 3 weeks and 2 weeks continuously and it's been really good.

I did a little test the other day. Solar panels brought up the battery charge to 100% and I left everything on overnight (HF Codan radio on scan, CB, 95lt fridge/freezer, and 8lt Handiwash hot/cold water system).

Next day I checked out the Steca and battery power had only dropped down to 80%.

The 2 x 125w solar panels may seem a bit excessive, but boy, it does charge the batteries up quickly.

I really don't think there's any necessity for a 3rd battery or changing alternators. I'll be turning everything off overnight, except the fridge.

Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

Rossco

[threedogs]

System sounds ok, taking into account a few rainy days on end, you have your alternator as back up, power requirements will vary day to day
2 x panels
2 x batteries
Away you go.
If it doesn't stop raining, come home

[DX grunt]

If it doesn't stop raining, come home

Trust me. I do! hahahaha. I hate wet sand and it takes weeks to clean my truck out properly. hahaha - not. pml

I'm looking at getting one of those magnetic wind turbines to charge up the batteries too. Apparently they're pretty good.

On the south coast of WA, there's lots of wind farms appearing. Some people laugh at me for using corner guy ropes on every tent pole for my annex, but seriously, you need it down here, or you'll get blown away. The last thing I want to do is to get up in the middle of the night sorting out my annex!

This is the wind farm about 15k's from where I own my house. It's got 111 turbine powered 'windmills'

http://www.collgarwindfarm.com.au/


Rossco

[threedogs]

I've looked at the portable wind jobs, but they become too big for the output required. might be looking at a 2mtr blade. Solar is the go at the moment.
forgotten their name but some panels produce awesome amounts of amps. there was a product called a "sun ball" on the New Inventers but not sure jf it took off'
Was the size of a volley ball, concerntrated the sun as well as followed the sun during the day for 100% efficiency. probably pricey.

[TheFlyingBadger]

I've looked at the portable wind jobs, but they become too big for the output required. might be looking at a 2mtr blade. Solar is the go at the moment.
forgotten their name but some panels produce awesome amounts of amps. there was a product called a "sun ball" on the New Inventers but not sure jf it took off'
Was the size of a volley ball, concerntrated the sun as well as followed the sun during the day for 100% efficiency. probably pricey.


i think it ended up being from the same category of products as the firepower fella produced...

[threedogs]

Was a great invention might have to google it to find out what happened.
perfect for a van.


Price for SUNBALL was $1600

[macca]

Saw the wind farm at Walkaway, thought that was big. This is twice the size.

ps. Great story how Walkaway got is name,
Settlers went looking for those allready on the land out there and couldn't find them, a local Aborigional said they had walk-a-way, walked off the land.

[choppie]

WHAT is this OLD bit ??????????????
Bloody young whipper snappers LOL

[GU CAMPER]

I've changed my inner spring matress to a high quality foam. The idea is to put all my stuff on the floor on the pod and to put the foam matress on top. That way, I don't really loose any floor storage space.

Not much room on the roof. Gotta put 2 x 125w solar panels up there yet.

Not sure if you have fitted solar panels yet, also not sure if this would suit your set up

On my ex telstra camper, I have a solar panel as a lid of my toolbox which is on the roof rack of the pod, saves space and gives you somewhere to store stuff on the roof

[DX grunt]

Thanks. Still not sure where to put them yet, but open to all options/suggestions.

All I know is that one day I'll be too old to move them around. lol

[Dark 1]

All I know is that one day I'll be too old to move around. lol

AWW Rossco don"t be so hard on yourself ole mate.

[DX grunt]

Thanks Kelvin.

Hey GU Camper's ute looks almost exactly the same as mine. I was shocked!!! hahahaha

I might pinch an idea or two off his truck.

Rossco

[threedogs]

Put on the top of pod, it will keep everything nice and cool inside pod, just leave space underneath for air flow. I hinged a small 20 watt job on the lift up door on my old camper worked a treat.
down side is you need to park in the sun for them to work. thats why I suggested you have one to chase the sun with a long lead. Park in the shade and position the panel at the sun. Just a thought.

[DX grunt]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DXgruntintheflesh17082012007.jpg

[knightpatrol66]

Yeah, but didn't know they were linked. I'm toooo old to understand this newfound technology.

To ask you a question by the now dearly departed, Dr Julius Sumner Miller....."Why is it so"? Now i'm reeeeeally showing my age.


...And there's a glass and a half of full cream dairy milk...In every 200 gram Block.....and the egg goes into the bottle

[Timmo]

hmmm looks like a nice rig man, also looks like deer contry down that way?

[DX grunt]

hmmm looks like a nice rig man, also looks like deer contry down that way?

hahaha Not quite.

It was taken just on the outskirts of town.

Truck's coming together nicely. Got a few 12v things ready to go - just need to borrow an auto electrician for the day. lol

[DX grunt]

I didn't know if you changed your Photobucket albums around, it would affect your pics. Here's the 'modified' pics of my truck, seems that the rest of them have 'gone'.

Enjoy.... DX grunt.....in the flesh.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/DX%20grunt%20In%20The%20Flesh/StirlingRanges029.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/HF%20radio/Mod-HFCodanNGT.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Harris%20Hardcase/DXgruntintheflesh17082012011.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Harris%20Hardcase/DXgruntintheflesh17082012013.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Gruntsden003.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/DSCF2951-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning040.jpg

[growler2058]

If it ain't broke don't fix it!!!
Have ya heard that one before Grunter? Hahahahahahahhaahhahaa


Double Tap

[DX grunt]

I thought it’d be a good idea if the newbees saw a real truck! lol

A mod I did a long time ago but haven’t shown you yet.

AB flogs, I mean sells, these.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/022800x600_zps00dc4982.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/022800x600_zps00dc4982.jpg.html)

My new toy, a Bushranger exhaust jack. I practiced in the front yard.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/021800x600_zpsf20836a2.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/021800x600_zpsf20836a2.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/019800x600_zps3feda9fd.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/019800x600_zps3feda9fd.jpg.html)

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

My now, roof mounted solar panels. 2 x 125w panels.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/024800x600_zps43774db0.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/024800x600_zps43774db0.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/025800x6002_zps4614c280.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/025800x6002_zps4614c280.jpg.html)

I know, I know. I've still gotta get rid of that excessive cable. lol

Rossco

[macca]

"All hail they great man"
Where have you been?, not seen your sig on here for a while now.
Looks like DX Grunt is dirty, have you been enjoying yourself?

[DX grunt]

Looks like DX Grunt is dirty, have you been enjoying yourself?

G'day Macca. Been really busy. The front is dirty because of all the grasshoppers that are almost in plague proportion.
It takes forever to get them off when they're baked on. lol

[nissannewby]

I can't see a truck..... Is it hiding behind the patrol? :p.

[Clunk]

Hey Grunter, they're not on straight lol

Don't slap it, tap it!!!!

[DX grunt]

Hey Grunter, they're not on straight lol



I know they're not straight. I purposely told the guys to put it on an angle. Low end at the front, and a bit higher at the back. It allows for rain run off and a 'bit' of an air foil. lol

[Clunk]

I know they're not straight. I purposely told the guys to put it on an angle. Low end at the front, and a bit higher at the back. It allows for rain run off and a 'bit' of an air foil. lol

I was talking about you redback bags hahahaha ;)

Don't slap it, tap it!!!!

[DX grunt]

I was talking about you redback bags hahahaha ;)


It was a PR photo. I just slung them over the wheels. haha

[Clunk]

It was a PR photo. I just slung them over the wheels. haha

Well you should have done them the honour they deserve and put the, on straight lol

Don't slap it, tap it!!!!

[Woof]

Well you should have done them the honour they deserve and put the, on straight lol

Don't slap it, tap it!!!!

And washed them...lol

[taslucas]

What's the go with the exhaust jack? Are the wheels even off the ground?
I also noticed you chocked the wheels on the side you were lifting lol?

FanTapstic!

[Clunk]

What's the go with the exhaust jack? Are the wheels even off the ground?
I also noticed you chocked the wheels on the side you were lifting lol?

FanTapstic!

Erring on the side if caution I reckon

Don't slap it, tap it!!!!

[turboned]

Nice truck!!! hope one day I´ll put all of that on mine

[DX grunt]

Bump.......

I'm still alive - LOL- and slowly modding away.

Stay tuned. I've nearly finished my mods, and as soon as I do, and when I can work out how to use my camera, and re-ignite my Photobucket pages,
you'll be the first to know.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Clunk]

Bump.......

I'm still alive - LOL- and slowly modding away.

Stay tuned. I've nearly finished my mods, and as soon as I do, and when I can work out how to use my camera, and re-ignite my Photobucket pages,
you'll be the first to know.

Take care out there.

Rossco
Oh hello

59827

[Woof]

Bump.......

I'm still alive - LOL- and slowly modding away.

Stay tuned. I've nearly finished my mods, and as soon as I do, and when I can work out how to use my camera, and re-ignite my Photobucket pages,
you'll be the first to know.

Take care out there.

Rossco

Well we won't be holding our breath then mate...lol
59828

[DX grunt]

Well we won't be holding our breath then mate...lol
59828
Oh, ye of little faith. lol.

Gotta wash my truck with the white sunnies and fat tyres. Just a taste of what's to unfold.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Introducing – DX grunt …..in the flesh

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0791_zpsemkagyki.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0791_zpsemkagyki.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0794_zpsiupqjn8o.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0794_zpsiupqjn8o.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0824_zpsbqdeokhs.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0824_zpsbqdeokhs.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0800_zpsusm6gpex.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0800_zpsusm6gpex.jpg.html)


http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0828_zpsblssphes.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0828_zpsblssphes.jpg.html)

More to follow

[Sir Roofy]

Wow looks really good mate

[threedogs]

Awesome can you explain the coms please.

[NissanGQ4.2]

Awesome can you explain the coms please.

1 Uhf to 7 aerials :)

[AB]

Awesome can you explain the coms please. Hard to pick up Home and Away in the West John...

[growler2058]

GRUNTER! Been gone for a while man. I thought you musta been locked up!

[DX grunt]

Roof Console
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0798_zps9keclslc.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0798_zps9keclslc.jpg.html)

Travel Buddy - Marine Oven
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0810_zpst36kghmk.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0810_zpst36kghmk.jpg.html)

2 x 45lt ‘Boab’ water tanks. Note, the high density double bed foam mattress still fits ! On the back window, I have the 2nd Blackvue 650, 2ch, dash cam recorder.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0805_zpspiwzg5ae.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0805_zpspiwzg5ae.jpg.html)

2 x synchronized water pumps
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0801_zpsdtzyzq8t.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0801_zpsdtzyzq8t.jpg.html)

LED lighting and smoke detector
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0812_zps3raeoki0.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0812_zps3raeoki0.jpg.html)

Towball camera. The other is on top of the pod.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0796_zpshoi9wfuk.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0796_zpshoi9wfuk.jpg.html)

Drop down DVD player, battery charger and 1000w inverter
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_0813_zpssgqxbuld.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_0813_zpssgqxbuld.jpg.html)

[DX grunt]

I've got a uhf cb with a small and big aerial, HF AM cb, AM/SSB cb, Codan NGT AR hf aerial (on the Bull bar). Haven't got it hooked up yet, but the AM/SSB HF is going on the cranked and the Codan HF ius going on the second battery. My sand flag light works, too. Lol. The last replacement flag cost me $25, so it goes up when I go on sand. lol

[DX grunt]

Holy moly are you controlling unmanned drones from that thing!! Extremely nice work you've been doing there Rossco! :thumbup:

Thanks Plassy. Great to be back. It's taken 5 years to save up and learn from others and my mistakes. Lol. Nearly finished. More picks to follow.

[threedogs]

Loving that tow ball view, actually a lot to like about it the whole set up.
Im a huge fan of full size utes when the time comes Id love to turn mine into
a full size dual cab.
I have a 15" flip down screen I intend to mount in the cargo area under a shelf
just incase a heap of kids want to come camping

[BigRAWesty]

There not Fatties!!!!!.
Those tyres are stock..
But looking good..

[threedogs]

There not Fatties!!!!!.
Those tyres are stock..
But looking good..

Look like 10.5r x 15 x 31 to me so thats fat In my books

[BigRAWesty]

Look like 10.5r x 15 x 31 to me so thats fat In my books
Yea same.. but that's stock lol

[TPC]

I've got a uhf cb with a small and big aerial, HF AM cb, AM/SSB cb, Codan NGT AR hf aerial (on the Bull bar). Haven't got it hooked up yet, but the AM/SSB HF is going on the cranked and the Codan HF ius going on the second battery. My sand flag light works, too. Lol. The last replacement flag cost me $25, so it goes up when I go on sand. lol

I thought you must have been growing antenna's and selling them on ebay.

[nissannewby]

There not Fatties!!!!!.
Those tyres are stock..
But looking good..

What do you define as fat?

[BigRAWesty]

What do you define as fat?
Well I agree they are fat from cheese cutters..
Personally 12"+ or 315+ is fat rubber to me..

[nissannewby]

Interesting. You know most tyres dont really measure true. I have 315s and they are far from it.

[BigRAWesty]

Interesting. You know most tyres dont really measure true. I have 315s and they are far from it.
Yea. My old "31's" we closer to 29.5" diameter and only 10 wide..
But my current gu tyres looked more like 295 not 275..

[threedogs]

Well I agree they are fat from cheese cutters..
Personally 12"+ or 315+ is fat rubber to me..

Thats legally fat lol
I ran 31s for years with no dramas

[DX grunt]

I thought you must have been growing antenna's and selling them on ebay.

I like to 'have a chat'. PML

[DX grunt]

Thanks people for all the comments.

Update with pics to follow.........suspension upgrade - done. 4 more work lights on the roof - almost done - should be finished today. Heat exchanger, under bonnet shower - booked in for next Tuesday. Promise the pics of the shower set up won't include me showering in my birthday suit. Some of you are still getting over the pic of the car washing incident. Remember....words not pictures, words not pictures. lol.

Going away on a Western Patrol Club organized event this weekend, so should have some good night time pics of the almost full monty.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

There not Fatties!!!!!.
Those tyres are stock..
But looking good..

They're FAT compared to the previous cheesecutters. lol.

[BigRAWesty]

They're FAT compared to the previous cheesecutters. lol.
That they are lol..
Does it drive nicer?

[DX grunt]

That they are lol..
Does it drive nicer?

A lot happier. Gotta be careful of fat tyres in the wet. Cheesies seem to cut though the puddles, but fats seem to push me around.

Going off road for the first time with the suspension upgrade and fat tyres, so will let you know next week.

[BigRAWesty]

A lot happier. Gotta be careful of fat tyres in the wet. Cheesies seem to cut though the puddles, but fats seem to push me around.

Going off road for the first time with the suspension upgrade and fat tyres, so will let you know next week.
What tyres did you go??
Are they dragging more or aquaplaning?

[Avo]

A lot happier. Gotta be careful of fat tyres in the wet. Cheesies seem to cut though the puddles, but fats seem to push me around.

Going off road for the first time with the suspension upgrade and fat tyres, so will let you know next week.
Don't forget to put your L plates out for thr puddles mate

Sent from my SM-G900I using Tapatalk

[nissannewby]

Is always the case with wider tyres. More surface area so less pressure on the road. As you have noticed the thin tyres are good at cutting through compared to the wider tyres sitting on top or physically having to displace much more water.

[nissannewby]

What tyres did you go??
Are they dragging more or aquaplaning?

Bfg KO2 all terrain.

[BigRAWesty]

Bfg KO2 all terrain.
So I doubt they would aquaplane Surly. .

[nissannewby]

So I doubt they would aquaplane Surly. .

Maybe, maybe not. But they will move the steering due to how much water they are trying to displace especially if one side hits a puddle and not the other.

[DX grunt]

Maybe, maybe not. But they will move the steering due to how much water they are trying to displace especially if one side hits a puddle and not the other.

From memory, that's exactly what happened. It all happened so quickly, I didn't know who I was, where I was, or why I was. lol

[Avo]

From memory, that's exactly what happened. It all happened so quickly, I didn't know who I was, where I was, or why I was. lol
Sounds like me on most camping trips..

Don't forget to put your L plates out for thr puddles mate

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[DX grunt]

Sounds like me on most camping trips..



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I agree. I've seen you in full flight. lol

[sangersanger]

my god, it's beautiful.

[DX grunt]

my god, it's beautiful.

Thank you.

I've had a Bushranger, under bonnet heat exchanger shower installed, yesterday.

It's hooked up to my 45lt water tank. Pics to follow.

[DX grunt]

Here's some more pics

Reverse beeper
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0821_zps7f8iroxf.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0821_zps7f8iroxf.jpg.html)

1 up – swagging it
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0816_zpsv8p5c24b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0816_zpsv8p5c24b.jpg.html)

2 x 1.25kg gas bottle storage. Manufacturers changed the shape of these, so I had to get the storage bases cut off and new ones made up to accommodate the new shape.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0818_zpsolwvh2vh.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0818_zpsolwvh2vh.jpg.html)

Air vent located in the middle front area of the pod.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0807_zpszxedy9dy.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0807_zpszxedy9dy.jpg.html)

Bush dunny – for the missus. Lol
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_08321_zpsbckrv1gr.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_08321_zpsbckrv1gr.jpg.html)

The cavalry caller. Lol.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_08351_zpsmzo1qvgs.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_08351_zpsmzo1qvgs.jpg.html)

Front dash cam – Blackvue DR650GW-2 CH
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_08301_zpstkwhchd6.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_08301_zpstkwhchd6.jpg.html)

[Plasnart]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/The%20NEW%20DX%20grunt/IMG_0818_zpsolwvh2vh.jpg

Looks like two robots stowed away Rossco!

Ahem, I be off to bed now.....

[DX grunt]

I'm about to revert DX grunt to his former glory......

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/Mascot-DXgrunt004_zps37761a87.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/Mascot-DXgrunt004_zps37761a87.jpg.html)

[DX grunt]

Rear recovery point
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep005.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep005.jpg.html)

Front recovery points – old pic – have got fat tyres now
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep002.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep002.jpg.html)
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/Mods-CBrecoverypointsmpcradle002.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/Mods-CBrecoverypointsmpcradle002.jpg.html)
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep001.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/BoatHarbourTripprep001.jpg.html)

Most of my recovery gear – I also have Maxtrax and exhaust jack
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/Allrecoverygear007.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Recovery%20gear/Allrecoverygear007.jpg.html)

‘Harris Hardcase’ front diff protector
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Harris%20Hardcase/DXgruntintheflesh17082012007.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Harris%20Hardcase/DXgruntintheflesh17082012007.jpg.html)

[growler2058]

You should mouse those shackle pins, so they don't come loose and bounce into other vehicle or just lose them

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h270/OffRoadPhoto/shakle2.jpg

[Clunk]

You should mouse those shackle pins, so they don't come loose and bounce into other vehicle or just lose them

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h270/OffRoadPhoto/shakle2.jpg
Or just take them off completely and keep them in your recovery bag

[growler2058]

Yeah but a bastard to put on if you're up to your nuts in mud. Understand the grunt machine will most likely never find itself in such a place :)


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[DX grunt]

Old pic. Put up for display purposes only. lol.

I've taken them off completely and they're in my recovery kit.

Thanks for your caring and sharing concern. lol

[Clunk]

Yeah but a bastard to put on if you're up to your nuts in mud. Understand the grunt machine will most likely never find itself in such a place :)


Sent from my iPhone using My thumbs
Still gotta take em off to fit the snatchy though

[Clunk]

Old pic. Put up for display purposes only. lol.

I've taken them off completely and they're in my recovery kit.

Thanks for your caring and sharing concern. lol
I'm such a sharing caring kinda guy

[DX grunt]

Child restraint anchor point
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/9d6ed075-0f01-427c-a781-231e181e91fb_zpsaemqnsoc.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/9d6ed075-0f01-427c-a781-231e181e91fb_zpsaemqnsoc.jpg.html)

[DX grunt]

On-board shower
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_10471_zpsgqod7bmz.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_10471_zpsgqod7bmz.jpg.html)
Shower hooked up to 45lt water tank. Manual hose connected to other 45lt water tank.
On the other side of tanks, both are hooked up as a dual system so that water pumps evenly out of both tanks, simultaneously. Once both tanks are drained, I'll change the shower over to the back tank, to tidy up the hoses - my bad.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_10491_zpsnkqbrpng.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_10491_zpsnkqbrpng.jpg.html)

[Sir Roofy]

On-board shower
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_10471_zpsgqod7bmz.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_10471_zpsgqod7bmz.jpg.html)
Shower hooked up to 45lt water tank. Manual hose connected to other 45lt water tank.
On the other side of tanks, both are hooked up as a dual system so that water pumps evenly out of both tanks, simultaneously. Once both tanks are drained, I'll change the shower over to the back tank, to tidy up the hoses - my bad.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/IMG_10491_zpsnkqbrpng.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/IMG_10491_zpsnkqbrpng.jpg.html)

Well done mate like your work

[DX grunt]

I'm not normally a statistical person, but since I put all the new pics up of DX grunt .....in the flesh, there have been 126 views in a 24hr period.

Thank you to the 'viewers'. Hope you've enjoyed and have got some ideas. I'm still open to ideas, too, so feel free to tell me about what you're doing to modify your vehicle into a camper.

If you want to know the brand names of what I have used, please PM me.

I've got a few more pics to follow, and they're about my lighting. I want to get some night time pics of 'the full night time monty', but I'm having a couple of technical issues. lol

As well as pics, I'd like to get a drone up there for some action shots, but I don't think they're allowed out at night. lol

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

I thought I lost all these pics, but here he is .....in the flesh!

DX grunt’s annex and awning
I reverse my Patrol in, so it sits side by side, and I just clip the press studs onto the bottom of the pod’s tray.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning040.jpg[/QUOTE]

The top of the ‘structure’ that is permanently mounted to the Patrol and stabilizes the annex.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Whatsnew001.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Whatsnew001.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Whatsnew002.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Whatsnew002.jpg.html)

The annex’s back door.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning032.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning032.jpg.html)

We can separate the PVC area (shower/toilet area) from the ‘living room’
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning020.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning020.jpg.html)

Fully set up, the skirting clips into the bottom of the pod, and I use tent pegs to secure it to the ground.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning023.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning023.jpg.html)

Press studs that clip the bottom skirting on. Not cheap, but well worth the expense.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning028.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning028.jpg.html)

Ventilation for the shower. It has 2 of these – with the other down the other end
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning026.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning026.jpg.html)

Annex up, left hand pod door, down.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning029.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning029.jpg.html)

Many of these are old pics before the mods, but I think you all get the idea.

More to follow.

[DX grunt]

Inside the ‘living room’. Left hand pod door down, annex down. This configuration means I can ‘drive out, reverse in’. It gets a bit tricky on sand because the press studs don’t always line up. Lol
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning030.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning030.jpg.html)

Living area/bathroom. Got sandfly proof netting. Can’t see in during daylight.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning024.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning024.jpg.html)
Back of awning looking forward. It was a bit squashy setting up in my front yard. Lol
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning016.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning016.jpg.html)

Lots of tent poles required. Lol
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning037.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Annexawning037.jpg.html)

When I first started out.
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Holidays020.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/Holidays020.jpg.html)

And finally, for a laugh
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/DSCF2944.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/Camp%20set%20up/DSCF2944.jpg.html)


Take care out there.

Rossco

[Clunk]

So how long does it take for you to set up now Grunter?

[DX grunt]

So how long does it take for you to set up now Grunter?

Too long! lol.

It's been ages since I've set it up, but I have all the poles marked so I know what goes where. Normally a couple of hours. That's why we don't do the full set up unless it's for at least a week.

[DX grunt]

I've lost some storage space in the dash, but I've gained space for 7 Narva rocker switches.

I'm transferring all 7 switches from the gear stick cowling to the dashboard. It looks much more professional.

The auto leckie is going to do the work on Thursday.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/IMG_1075_zpspgzzsurp.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/IMG_1075_zpspgzzsurp.jpg.html)

Rossco

[DX grunt]

The finished product. I'm so happy.

7 Narva Rocker Switches fitted into the 'old storage compartment' just as the doctor ordered. lol

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af279/DXgrunt/DX%20grunt/IMG_1076_zpsj0nyigto.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/DXgrunt/media/DX%20grunt/IMG_1076_zpsj0nyigto.jpg.html)

The only thing if you could call it 'wrong' is that Narva need a bit more flexibility with the naming of their rocker switches.

From left to right is.... Rear left spottie, 2 x left side roof lights, oven, DVD player, sand flag, 2 x right side roof lights, rear right spottie.

I also replaced the plastic/leather around the gearsticks.

$145 later........ That was replaced too. It looks n@ked without all the holes in the plastic. lol - but worth it.

Got 2 x rocker switches for the LED light bars. Just waiting for the shipment to come in from Lights, and I'll have more pics. lol.

I've got the 200w, 40" Aurora, just waiting on the 37", 230w Extreme. Gunna keep both, at the moment, until I do some testing.

Take care out there.

Rossco

Edit.....I've sent an email to Narva, requesting more rocker switches with different names/stickers for the blank switches.

[DX grunt]

What does the sand flag switch do rossco? Do you have a light shining up on it for night driving?
DER. lol

This is my 12v shining red guide light , to direct me to bed, after visiting friends and new acquaintances, after happy hour. PML

The other use is for night driving. lol

I prefer the first option. PML

[Plasnart]

DER. lol

This is my 12v shining red light guide, to direct me to bed, after visiting friends and new acquaintances, after happy hour. PML

Haha oh sh1t you're a mobile red light district! Haha pml! Dont get raided mate!

Dash looks good mate, very tidy.

[Woof]

Nearly got as many rocker switches as aerials now Ross....hahahahaha

[TPC]

Edit.....I've sent an email to Narva, requesting more rocker switches with different names/stickers for the blank switches.

Buy one of these and stop complaining. ;)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DYMO-LetraTag-Personal-Label-Maker-LT-100H-black-NEW-/171953456582?hash=item28093985c6:g:~oQAAOSw0HVWC3V X

[DX grunt]

Buy one of these and stop complaining. ;)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DYMO-LetraTag-Personal-Label-Maker-LT-100H-black-NEW-/171953456582?hash=item28093985c6:g:~oQAAOSw0HVWC3V X

Glad you reminded me. We have a Dymo labeller at home. May have to change the tape to white. lol.

[DX grunt]

Here’s a taste of my lighting set up.
Der, me !!! I forgot to turn the flash off. Bwhaaaaaa.
When I unpack my truck, I’ll give you almost the full monty without the flash. PML.
I have a reversing light too, but attached is a beeper, and a caravan park, at night, is not the best place to get a pic of it.
My new 37” light bar is on the way!. Thanks Lights – then there’ll be more pics. lol


http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1294_zpsiq6v7ers.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1294_zpsiq6v7ers.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1298_zpsze7342ly.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1298_zpsze7342ly.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1299_zpso0qxws1j.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1299_zpso0qxws1j.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1300_zpsgrswgiv0.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1300_zpsgrswgiv0.jpg.html)


Take care out there.

Rossco

[Lights]

You sure you're not scared of the dark Ross?

Looking good mate!

[DX grunt]

You sure you're not scared of the dark Ross?

Looking good mate!

I won't be after the postie drops off my 37", 320w light bar. lol.

http://www.ledlightco.com.au/37-extreme-series-light-bar-340-watt-34x10w-cree-leds/

[Plasnart]

Here’s a taste of my lighting set up.
Der, me !!! I forgot to turn the flash off. Bwhaaaaaa.
When I unpack my truck, I’ll give you almost the full monty without the flash. PML.
I have a reversing light too, but attached is a beeper, and a caravan park, at night, is not the best place to get a pic of it.
My new 37” light bar is on the way!. Thanks Lights – then there’ll be more pics. lol


http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1294_zpsiq6v7ers.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1294_zpsiq6v7ers.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1298_zpsze7342ly.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1298_zpsze7342ly.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1299_zpso0qxws1j.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1299_zpso0qxws1j.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1300_zpsgrswgiv0.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1300_zpsgrswgiv0.jpg.html)


Take care out there.

Rossco

With all those lights and aerials I think NASA has just found their new Lunar Rover! The only man-made object on the moon visible from earth!!

Pxxxxxtttt....."Ground Control to DX Grunt do you read, over?"

Pxxxxttttt........."Ground Control......this is DX Grunt.......in the flesh!!"

[DX grunt]

With all those lights and aerials I think NASA has just found their new Lunar Rover! The only man-made object on the moon visible from earth!!

Pxxxxxtttt....."Ground Control to DX Grunt do you read, over?"

Pxxxxttttt........."Ground Control......this is DX Grunt.......in the flesh!!"

Shhhhhhh. I'm undercover. lol

I can't believe I forgot to take pics without the flash! Well, actually I can. While I was waiting for it to get dark......................

[Woof]

You sure you're not scared of the dark Ross?

Looking good mate!

No just scared of any road that is not covered with Bitumen

[TheFlyingBadger]

I won't be after the postie drops off my 37", 320w light bar. lol.

http://www.ledlightco.com.au/37-extreme-series-light-bar-340-watt-34x10w-cree-leds/


make sure the local plod don't give you a canary for that one Rossco....

[DX grunt]

make sure the local plod don't give you a canary for that one Rossco....

I've read the bulletin - I'm safe - by a tissue paper's width - depending on what angle you look from. lol

The new one will be going under the 'old' one, so I'm safe. lol

[i_am_swanny]

i love that roof console wheres it from?

[DX grunt]

i love that roof console wheres it from?

Department of interior

[DX grunt]

Hi all.

Just to put it out there.... I'll be at the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival this weekend and entering my 4wd in the Ute and Truck Muster comp. If you're down that way, feel free to call in and say "Hi". http://www.countrymusicwa.com.au/ute-and-truck-muster

My 4wd is progressing well, towards a trophy. lol. Driver's seat has been re-foamed and re-covered, and should be ready by lunch time today. Gotta burn a bit of midnight oil over the next few nights, but it'll be worth it.

Pics will definitely be posted, shortly. lol.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Sir Roofy]

Rossco have fun with that a lot of competition with this have big arials
lots of flags and you're on a winner good luck

[DX grunt]

Rossco have fun with that a lot of competition with this have big arials
lots of flags and you're on a winner good luck

No Dargo Pub flag, no Bundy flag and no CAT mudflaps. PML.

Maybe next year. hahahaha

Standby for some update pics.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Lights

I’m so happy with the lights, ‘lights’ has provided. The top light bar (200w) is operational, but the bottom light bar (320w) is fitted but not yet wired up. Hoping to have it done this week, but running out of time.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1658_zpskpmecdvq.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1658_zpskpmecdvq.jpg.html)

My new driver’s seat. Passenger seat is currently a ‘work in progress’. It will be ready in a day or so.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1657_zpsf4cplxki.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1657_zpsf4cplxki.jpg.html)

I’m so buggered after a short change over, this is the best I can do for tonight.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

Nearly there. Lol.

Tomorrow……engine degrease, door pockets fixed and light bar being wired up. Few more things to do, but pointless until stuff tomorrow gets done. More aerials to put on, and a couple of other surprises. Next update is after the show.

Rossco

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1661_zpspgerake3.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1661_zpspgerake3.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1660_zpsaoedjqvl.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1660_zpsaoedjqvl.jpg.html)

[DX grunt]

Fresh off the press and fitted!

Gotta love em!

All part of my strategy to win a trophy this weekend. Lol.

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1667_zpsrduyfpwq.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1667_zpsrduyfpwq.jpg.html)

[Lights]

Looks good Ross! Good luck with the comp. Looking forward to hearing how you went!!

[AB]

Where's the old mascot Rossco?


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[DX grunt]

Where's the old mascot Rossco?


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He died, but I'm in contact with one of his many sons, and he's willing to step up. Lol

[DX grunt]

Well, good news. DX grunt won 'Peoples Choice' at the Boyup Brook Country Music
Festival, truck and ute comp! Prize was 3 polo shirts, a Festival Flag and a cooler thermos. I'd love a NP flag for the parade. Will talk later, AB. Lol

[jay see]

👏👏👏........

[TPC]

Well, good news. DX grunt won 'Peoples Choice' at the Boyup Brook Country Festival, truck and ute comp! Prize was 3 polo shirts, a Festival Flag and a cooler thermos. I'd love a NP flag for the parade. Will talk later, AB. Lol

Photo's or it didn't happen.

Well done.

[Clunk]

Nice one Grunter

[Clunk]

So how many entrants were there?

[DX grunt]

Introducing….. DX grunt …..in the flesh, at the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival, Truck and Ute muster competition, 2017
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1678_zps3kaqsbxi.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1678_zps3kaqsbxi.jpg.html)

Had the board made up on an ‘A’ frame with same info on both sides. Gotta change it already coz I forgot to add one or two things – and my typo. Lol.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1679_zpswekf1nf6.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1679_zpswekf1nf6.jpg.html)

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/IMG_1680_zpscan4y85p.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/IMG_1680_zpscan4y85p.jpg.html)

On this occasion, I left my swag at home. The wife is a seamstress and whipped this up a day or so before the event.
http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/Boyup%20Brook%20-%204_zpspwgywqtd.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/Boyup%20Brook%20-%204_zpspwgywqtd.jpg.html)

And, the proof is in the pudding. Lol. I won the ‘People’s Choice’ section of the competition.

http://i1312.photobucket.com/albums/t525/dxgrunt431/Bpyup%20brook%202017%20-%203_zpshhctrg1x.jpg (http://s1312.photobucket.com/user/dxgrunt431/media/Bpyup%20brook%202017%20-%203_zpshhctrg1x.jpg.html)


It took a while to get the rig up to scratch and I had started driving about 200ks just before dark. I nearly cried when I saw all the bugs, but a quick touch up in the morning after driving another 200ks made a big difference. Lol.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[DX grunt]

So how many entrants were there?

Not sure. Everybody, including competitors and people walking past or looking at individual utes, had one vote and chucked their nomination into a plastic tub, and the judges sorted it out.

I heard somebody comment that were about 50-60 more utes than last year. It was very hot, too!

[threedogs]

loving those seats right up there with Mego's IMO

[DX grunt]

loving those seats right up there with Mego's IMO

Thanks, 3d.

Cost me about $1800. I didn't want the head rests done, but the guy that did it is excellent at his trade and couldn't handle it, so he chucked them in for nothing. lol. He costed them at about 130 ins of labour. Licensed as a 3 seater, but the passenger seat had extra foam put in it around the shoulder blades and right cheek, to make it more comfortable for the passenger closest to the door. IMO, the '3rd' seat is only big enough for a small child.

[threedogs]

Yeah had one of those 1.5 seats in the troopy, as soon as I had some $$$$$
I fitted 2 bucket seats.
Have you thought doing the two bucket conversion and centre console like others have done.
or does this set up suit what you do ??

Will the door cards be similar that would look awesomer, [new word] lol