What did you buy today

[threedogs]

Cant see any time when a Gennie would be required at camp, with all the solar
and LED technology out there there is no point,
My first camp light was an indicator globe with a reflector made from a beer can,
after that I used 12v down lights, this was well over 20 yrs ago.
Sound travels at night so no matter how quiet you think it is ,,,it will annoy some one

[Cuppa]

I also have a little Honda Eu10i. Bought it as an impulse buy when travelling, carried all round Australia & only used it to keep the crank battery charged for a couple of weeks when the alternator died. It is probably the quietest gennie out there, but even so, in the quiet of the bush it is noticeable. When camped near others I always approached neighbours to explain I would need to run it for a while, no-one ever objected but were generally appreciative of the approach & understanding of our dilemma. Whenever we turned it off it the quiet just came flooding back! It was useful until we got a replacement alternator, but we’ve never taken it away camping since. Solar + dc to dc charging gives us all the power we need to run two fridges plus various other bits & pieces indefinitely.

Carrying a gennie is a reasonable solution for some, & bearable by those who are their camping neighbours if used with consideration. Running it at night just to power a 240v light globe is not reasonable! Running it during the day to top up a battery is far more acceptable. Note however that the 12v output that most gennies have are inadequate for battery charging, generally the voltage is insuffient to charge a battery & that is not what it is intended for. For battery charging with a gennie a 240v mains charger is generally needed.

Regarding noise, an increase in decibels does not equate to a linear increase in noise. The 67 to 72 decibels of that Ryobi gennie is not just a little louder than the likes of a Honda EU10i (52 dB), it’s a *lot* louder. The level of noise doubles for every 3 db increase! (There is more to it than that though - if interested see http://www.noisehelp.com/decibel-scale.html). This video gives a comparison between the dB of several generators - I sure wouldn’t want to be camped next to a 72dB one on full load!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uae4l1lNuYc

[threedogs]

brought a spare paper air filter to use when I remove my K&N for cleaning.

Ive stayed at camps when ppl have dug a hole placed their
genset in the hole and covered with a piece of Corrigated iron.
YOU CAN STILL HEAR THEM NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO.
Should be banned from 1600hrs on to say 0800hrs fair for all
not just the greedy ppl

[Bob]

Mostly agree with the comments about Generators and whilst I have a 2KVA Gennie I have not used it Camping.
If I was on a extended trip I might take it for a Back up.

What really annoys me is Doof Doof Music in the middle of the Night whilst Camping in the Bush.

Take your bloody Ear Plugs so you don't annoy anyone else.

Yes I am a Cranky old Bastard LMAO

[threedogs]

Nothing better than sitting around a fire with some good friends and
Johnny Cash or Kenny Rogers in the back ground.
Not a fan of musical instruments at camp either lol

[4bye4]

brought a spare paper air filter to use when I remove my K&N for cleaning.

Ive stayed at camps when ppl have dug a hole placed their
genset in the hole and covered with a piece of Corrigated iron.
YOU CAN STILL HEAR THEM NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO.
Should be banned from 1600hrs on to say 0800hrs fair for all
not just the greedy ppl

This works if you fill the hole in before putting the corrigated iron on top.

[TimE]

Mostly agree with the comments about Generators and whilst I have a 2KVA Gennie I have not used it Camping.
If I was on a extended trip I might take it for a Back up.

What really annoys me is Doof Doof Music in the middle of the Night whilst Camping in the Bush.

Take your bloody Ear Plugs so you don't annoy anyone else.

Yes I am a Cranky old Bastard LMAO

X 2 ...... and I don't think we are cranky old bastards, just normal old pharts who want to enjoy the serenity.

[TimE]

Bought 1 Kincrome 4000 kg (its lift capacity not weight !) bottle jack from SCA for $55. Discovered on a recent trip where rear tyre was shredded that Nissan jack couldn't lift the axle high enough, needed another jack to get the axle up high enough so Nissan jack could slide under shock mount then lift wheel high enough off ground to fit spare. Was on a nasty bit of track with little room to maneuver and no flat rocks to drive onto!

[Rossco]

I also have a little Honda Eu10i. Bought it as an impulse buy when travelling, carried all round Australia & only used it to keep the crank battery charged for a couple of weeks when the alternator died. It is probably the quietest gennie out there, but even so, in the quiet of the bush it is noticeable. When camped near others I always approached neighbours to explain I would need to run it for a while, no-one ever objected but were generally appreciative of the approach & understanding of our dilemma. Whenever we turned it off it the quiet just came flooding back! It was useful until we got a replacement alternator, but we’ve never taken it away camping since. Solar + dc to dc charging gives us all the power we need to run two fridges plus various other bits & pieces indefinitely.

Carrying a gennie is a reasonable solution for some, & bearable by those who are their camping neighbours if used with consideration. Running it at night just to power a 240v light globe is not reasonable! Running it during the day to top up a battery is far more acceptable. Note however that the 12v output that most gennies have are inadequate for battery charging, generally the voltage is insuffient to charge a battery & that is not what it is intended for. For battery charging with a gennie a 240v mains charger is generally needed.

Regarding noise, an increase in decibels does not equate to a linear increase in noise. The 67 to 72 decibels of that Ryobi gennie is not just a little louder than the likes of a Honda EU10i (52 dB), it’s a *lot* louder. The level of noise doubles for every 3 db increase! (There is more to it than that though - if interested see http://www.noisehelp.com/decibel-scale.html). This video gives a comparison between the dB of several generators - I sure wouldn’t want to be camped next to a 72dB one on full load!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uae4l1lNuYc

I want that last one. Should be able to run the sandwich toaster, 60" tele, surround sound, splitties, deep fryer for snacks and full sized coffee machine. . . Actually on second thoughts might need a couple of KV Kubota, now that's camping [emoji6] . . .


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[GQtdauto]

Nothing better than sitting around a fire with some good friends and
Johnny Cash or Kenny rodgers in the back ground.
Not a fan of musical instruments at camp eitherlol
Geez threedogs I think I'd move closer to the doof doof than listen to country and western !

[PeeBee]

Bought a front bash plate from Patrol-a-Part

[TPC]

Bought a front bash plate from Patrol-a-Part

Did you bash the old one too much?

[PeeBee]

Did you bash the old one too much?

It tore off years ago from vibration and was making so much noise i removed it. I came close to belting the front rods last trip so decided to install a heavier unit. This is the front guard - unsure about the other guard they offer - might be overkill for my type of driving.

[jay see]

After a cheapie light bar. Haven't brought one yet.

Which one do you reckon?

www.ebay.com.au/itm/252425577719#rwid


www.ebay.com.au/itm/252535906305

Thanks.

[Hodge]

After a cheapie light bar. Haven't brought one yet.

Which one do you reckon?

www.ebay.com.au/itm/252425577719#rwid


www.ebay.com.au/itm/252535906305

Thanks.
Have a look at Led light co. They are a vendor here.

https://www.ledlightco.com.au/

I got some good lights from them.

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[threedogs]

jaysee that bottom bar is pulling 54 amps
Im not a fan of the flood on the end but thats all they seem to sell these days
As Eric says have a talk to the LED light ppl who are vendors he'll be able to tell you
which LED bar to buy,
Mine has epistar leds , Cree would be better, but that would depend on price.
I like to top one as it gives you either two reverse lights or camp lights

How /where are you going to mount the light bar???

[threedogs]

Geez threedogs I think I'd move closer to the doof doof than listen to country and western !

Personally I like Black Sabbath and Led Zepplin not doof doof

[threedogs]

It tore off years ago from vibration and was making so much noise i removed it. I came close to belting the front rods last trip so decided to install a heavier unit. This is the front guard - unsure about the other guard they offer - might be overkill for my type of driving.

Give Kevin a buzz at Brown Davis if you require a decent bash plate

[jay see]

jaysee that bottom bar is pulling 54 amps
Im not a fan of the flood on the end but thats all they seem to sell these days
As Eric says have a talk to the LED light ppl who are vendors he'll be able to tell you
which LED bar to buy,
Mine has epistar leds , Cree would be better, but that would depend on price.
I like to top one as it gives you either two reverse lights or camp lights

How /where are you going to mount the light bar???
Under the rack.

Had a quick look at the link Hodge will need to have a look at them side by side well one on each tab at least. I know that they're going to be better, but it will be a smaller bar, which doesn't worry me at all, I actually like the look of the single row better. As long as they're producing the same amount of light (throw).

[PeeBee]

Give Kevin a buzz at Brown Davis if you require a decent bash plate

Too late, preferred to support a forum sponsor anyway. I am sure it will do what I need it to do. BD make good gear, have 2 of their fuel tanks.

[TimE]

Bought these (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/POLYURETHANE-COIL-SPRING-SPACERS-Fits-GQ-GU-Y60-Y61-NISSAN-PATROL-15mm-/380337220334?hash=item588ddd6aee:g:~qQAAOSw5dNWmxy 2) for $54.45, current ones are chewed out after 4 odd years of rough stuff.

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[Ben-e-boy]

jaysee that bottom bar is pulling 54 amps

Is it really pulling that on a 12V system. I dont think so. There is another thread where it is explained why.

[threedogs]

jaysee buy the spot beam smallest degree they sell as Ive found the flood beam you tend to lose the light
If you need tabs made and welded on let me know

[threedogs]

My panel patch cord RJFF arrived so now I can put the UHF hand piece any where I like.. lol

[gubigfish]

My panel patch cord RJFF arrived so now I can put the UHF hand piece any where I like.. lol

Where did you get that from threedogs?

[threedogs]

Where did you get that from threedogs?

just off Ebay about $7.99 for a 2mtr one
There are different panel styles so check first

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/122295190227?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=422783577784&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[Hodge]

My panel patch cord RJFF arrived so now I can put the UHF hand piece any where I like.. lol

Awesome bit of kit. My uniden 9080 scanner/UHF arrived with one out of the box. Pretty handy.

[gubigfish]

Yeah the icom have a similar one but its not flush mount like that. That one would neaten up my install.

[bazzaboy]

Yeah the icom have a similar one but its not flush mount like that. That one would neaten up my install.

Excellent. Have been looking for something like this for my Icom for the same reason. Just ordered two of them. Thinking about mounting it on the side of the existing roof lights.

[GQtdauto]

Personally I like Black Sabbath and Led Zepplin not doof doof

At least you like some decent music threedogs , go Ozzie.

[threedogs]

At least you like some decent music threedogs , go Ozzie.

can remember when Paranoid was number 1 lol

[Hodge]

can remember when Paranoid was number 1 lol
What do you mean was ... lol
Still is one of the best rock metal songs out there ...
Not on the charts cause cause all those fuckturds like Beiber , Eminem , and all the other horse manure they call music , are in the way ....


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[GQtdauto]

You said it Hodge !

[Turtle_au]

can remember when Paranoid was number 1 lol

LOL, I have Paranoid as a ringtone on my phone for "private" numbers
"Money for nothing" for my work manager
"No more Mr nice guy" for engineer
"Taking care of business" for supervisor


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[threedogs]

At least you like some decent music threedogs , go Ozzie.

Dont forget the Classic of the 70s being "Ernie , and he drove the fastest milk cart in to west"
then Born Free by Matt Munroe, and the Red Baron.
hello mother, hello father hello precious little brother etc etc
Thats on SD card in the Patrol

[GQtdauto]

Geez three dogs , your taste in music is varied but similar to mine , don't suppose you've heard much from accept have you ?

[Ben-e-boy]

Finally bought a new motor


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Wellllll. Just after this post I had this motor on the stand and started tearing it down. the timing case behind the water pump looked amazing. There was a little bit of gunk in the galleries, but I assume it had been sitting. No big deal.
The turbo looked new and in good nick. Rocker assembly looked good. Everything up top looked good
Flipped it over to pull the sump off, and the bores looked good. But I notice the smell of the oil it wasn't right, then I notice some blue heat marks on the crank next to main cap 3. More heat marks next to the caps on cylinder 1, 4 and 6. Then looked at the big ends and they have blue marks on them aswell. So I get a magnet and wipe is around the sump and pulled up some swarf, decent pieces. Get onto the mob that sold the motor to me and sent some pics. They offered to replace or refund without hassle which is good. Then they asked if I could pull a main cap off and send through some pictures. The cap I pulled off had had some thing decent go through it. Probably what I pulled from the sump. The crank journal had some heat discolouration too. That was straw coloured.
I heard this Motor run before I bought it and it really did sell itself. It sounded sweet so I thought I was onto a winner. But no....not this one. Lucky I did have a good look at because today I took it back and they had another one there with the sump and a cap off already. It was in better nick than the first one, a bit second hand, but in reality what you would expect from a second hand engine. I was also reimbursed some money to cover replacing bearings on this motor they aren't really bad, you could run it for a long time if wanted to but I'm going to carry on with mods so new bearings would be good.

[AB]

Very lucky Benny!

The mob you got the engine off sound pretty decent without fuss.


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[Winnie]

It's good to hear they looked after you Benny.

[threedogs]

very good to hear Ben-e-boy sounds like they are a honest company.

[GQtdauto]

Got sick of being used as a taxi service for the kids so I'm now a dinosaur UBER GQ taxi service .
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[threedogs]

Brought myself a 20amp waterproof mttp solar reg,
that will go in the engine bay,to run another panel somewhere

Am I right in saying this needs to be mounted close to the battery??

[stevemc181]

I bought some cable and a 120watt folding solar panel. Going to need to keep the battery charged for this damned CPAP machine I need to use now. Guess I better grab an inverter also.

[GQtdauto]

Brought myself a 20amp waterproof mttp solar reg,
that will go in the engine bay,to run another panel somewhere

Am I right in saying this needs to be mounted close to the battery??
Closer the better threedogs , just make sure it's not going to be affected by heat too much and is it waterproof ?

[GQtdauto]

Just doing some research in another area and came across this projecta 12 volt doc dc charger that also functions as an mppt regulator and is ok for under bonnet . Cheaper than most on the market that do similar at $269 , reckon an mppt controller alone would be that much .

[GQtdauto]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PROJECTA-IDC25-12V-DC-TO-DC-25A-AMP-BATTERY-CHARGER-AGM-DEEP-CYCLE-SOLAR-LV/332133547546?_trksid=p2385738.c100677.m4598&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D20160908110712%26meid%3D90f974e4f1464d0a9cf 9439ff3c9a870%26pid%3D100677%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D50%2 6sd%3D172248847823
Sorry link for the projecta charger .

[katwoman]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/03/213.jpg
What every girl needs.


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[Turtle_au]

Now to do a Cinderella and find someone that fits into it.

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[Bush Ranger]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/03/213.jpg
What every girl needs.


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G`day katwoman. Who`s the doll in the back ground?

[katwoman]

G`day katwoman. Who`s the doll in the back ground?

Haha. Sellers house


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[threedogs]

katwoman I only have the minatures lol

[maltalian0]

I bought two apps for maps. Hema and Mudmaps.

Pretty disappointing in both apps. Found out after purchase. Hema don't have 4x4 maps for Android. Only IOS.
And Mud Maps are pretty limiting in track names and can't really zoom in properly.

Any one else had any experience with them on Android?

[Bush Ranger]

A lamb pack. Had a couple of chops to night and the roast will be for dinner tomorrow.

[mudski]

I bought two apps for maps. Hema and Mudmaps.

Pretty disappointing in both apps. Found out after purchase. Hema don't have 4x4 maps for Android. Only IOS.
And Mud Maps are pretty limiting in track names and can't really zoom in properly.

Any one else had any experience with them on Android?

I cant say for those two bud but I use Memory Map on Android with good success.

[maltalian0]

I cant say for those two bud but I use Memory Map on Android with good success.

Thanks for the info. Does that have 4x4 tracks?

[mudski]

Thanks for the info. Does that have 4x4 tracks?
Yeah mate its got the lot. Some people have even scanned their rooftop maps and imported them into memory map.

[maltalian0]

Yeah mate its got the lot. Some people have even scanned their rooftop maps and imported them into memory map.

Cheers for that. Might give that a shot.

[mudski]

Cheers for that. Might give that a shot.

Its a pretty good app. Their might be better ones, or easier ones but this is what I bought, so I use it. Not that I know how too. :wink:

[stevemc181]

I bought a Redarc combined EGT/Boost gauge and organised for a 3" Manta exhaust system to be fitted on Thursday. I was going to delete the Cat, but decided on including a high flow cat for the sake of keeping it all legal. I'll see how much difference the 3" system makes and then decide on whether to remap it or not. I've been quoted some ridiculous prices for Remaps, with one mob wanting an extra $500 for a manual boost controller, on top of $3000 for exhaust/remap, Fark That!

[threedogs]

I bought a Redarc combined EGT/Boost gauge and organised for a 3" Manta exhaust system to be fitted on Thursday. I was going to delete the Cat, but decided on including a high flow cat for the sake of keeping it all legal. I'll see how much difference the 3" system makes and then decide on whether to remap it or not. I've been quoted some ridiculous prices for Remaps, with one mob wanting an extra $500 for a manual boost controller, on top of $3000 for exhaust/remap, Fark That!


For the sake of keeping it legal Im not convinced using a 3" dump without a cat would be noticable
after all its only a 3ltr

[4bye4]

For the sake of keeping it legal Im not convinced using a 3" dump without a cat would be noticable
after all its only a 3ltr

It's not. Nuff said

[stevemc181]

For the sake of keeping it legal Im not convinced using a 3" dump without a cat would be noticable
after all its only a 3ltr

I doubt there is any measurable power difference with or without a 200 cell cat. I've spent a bit of money on the GVM Upgrade to ensure I'm legal loaded up, so a couple of hundred on a cat to keep the legal theme going on this build is chicken feed really.

[GQtdauto]

Went to auto8 and got another 10 pack of Anderson plugs , only $29 on spec which is the cheapest in this town .
Now to set up the solar systems on camper and GQ so they play nice together or don't mind being separated .
Will take pics and let you know how I end up doing it if anyone is interested .

[GQtdauto]

Keep forgetting the photo .
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[gubigfish]

Not today but on Sunday I bought a Rivnut Kit and some 10mm eye bolts was going to install various rivnuts in my tray and move the eye bolts around as tie down points depending on what I have on the tray. Sick of all my gear sliding around when I'm on rough tracks. Kit does up to 10mm thread

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[MB]

That's awesome, well done GUBF !! Never knew Kingchrome made em, gonna have to get one of them if you don't mind me asking how much $ mate? We've been using elcheapo home made nut&bolt versions onsite as we could only afford one of the pneumatic factory line ones @ $2.5k :-(
When using Rivnuts/Nutserts for tray mount eyebolts I would like to recommend adding an extra topside backing nut to the eyebolt as the Riv/Serts are very soft and need help with lateral force if that makes sense mate?

[gubigfish]

That's awesome, well done GUBF !! Never knew Kingchrome made em, gonna have to get one of them if you don't mind me asking how much $ mate? We've been using elcheapo home made nut&bolt versions onsite as we could only afford one of the pneumatic factory line ones @ $2.5k :-(
When using Rivnuts/Nutserts for tray mount eyebolts I would like to recommend adding an extra topside backing nut to the eyebolt as the Riv/Serts are very soft and need help with lateral force if that makes sense mate?

That was $138 at Bunnings (https://www.bunnings.com.au/kincrome-68-piece-twin-handle-riveter-blindnut-kit_p5910346) and I think Toolmart over here had them for $145 but pretty sure Toolmart is a WA business. They must have just released it as I was looking at one about 12 months ago from Eclipse but that was closer to or over $200 from memory.

So eyebolt then a nut with the correct thread before going into the nutsert? I will have to see as the eyebolts screw in all the way but a nut may not have them grab enough thread, unless I have what your saying wrong.

[MB]

Should've added, when we do need to remove one due to found maintenance torque slippage it's as easy as a long bolt inserted and heaved in circular motions and or nip off the topside sert lip and the guts of it fall inside/down. They are great things, just please don't rely on them for big sideways loads folks :-)

[MB]

Sorry mate, typing same time, takes me ages:-)
Correct you are, and Cheers heaps for the links, legend :-)

[threedogs]

Not today but on Sunday I bought a Rivnut Kit and some 10mm eye bolts was going to install various rivnuts in my tray and move the eye bolts around as tie down points depending on what I have on the tray. Sick of all my gear sliding around when I'm on rough tracks. Kit does up to 10mm thread

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Been lucky enoung to be using rivnuts from the late 70's seeing
most my mates work at the Airport.
As for removing eye bolts is it possible to install some tiedown track
then you can "click in" an eye bolt where ever you want

[mudski]

A litre bottle on Old No.7 and a 700ml of Tennesee Fire. And two bottles of red. Lol. gubigfish. I have the same kit. I cannot grasp the adjustments of this thing. I either do them too lose, or too tight and the pull through the panel. Grrrr.

[stevemc181]

I bought a redarc G52-EB, EGT and Boost gauge a few days ago, it arrived today and I notice it has a 1/8th NPT Male thread x 3/16" (4.75mm) Thermocouple Fitting, but I needed a 1/4" NPT male thread for my Manta 3" Exhaust. I had a couple of adapters at work for 1/8"-1/4" NPT, but these don't really allow the probe to sit in far enough if used.
I ended up buying a standard SS316 compression fitting from Pro-Chem in Perth, (Part Number 3-CM4-316) 1/4" Male NPT to 3/16" Tube. The problem with the usual compression fittings for SS Tube is that they are not designed to allow the tube to pass right through. The easy fix is to throw a 5mm drill bit through it (I had no imperial bits) and all is good in the world. Total cost was $14.50, beats paying Redarc another $50 for their 1/4" fitting.

[mudski]

I bought a redarc G52-EB, EGT and Boost gauge a few days ago, it arrived today and I notice it has a 1/8th NPT Male thread x 3/16" (4.75mm) Thermocouple Fitting, but I needed a 1/4" NPT male thread for my Manta 3" Exhaust. I had a couple of adapters at work for 1/8"-1/4" NPT, but these don't really allow the probe to sit in far enough if used.
I ended up buying a standard SS316 compression fitting from Pro-Chem in Perth, (Part Number 3-CM4-316) 1/4" Male NPT to 3/16" Tube. The problem with the usual compression fittings for SS Tube is that they are not designed to allow the tube to pass right through. The easy fix is to throw a 5mm drill bit through it (I had no imperial bits) and all is good in the world. Total cost was $14.50, beats paying Redarc another $50 for their 1/4" fitting.
I remember a similar thing mate when I put a 3inch pipe on mt 3ltr. So to fix that I simply cut the bung length down. Fixed in 5 minutes.

[stevemc181]

I remember a similar thing mate when I put a 3inch pipe on mt 3ltr. So to fix that I simply cut the bung length down. Fixed in 5 minutes.

Not sure I follow you ? I needed a larger thread size fitting, the bung is 1/4" NPT, the Pyro fitting is only 1/8" NPT. Rather than use an adapter, I used a standard SS tube fitting.

[mudski]

Not sure I follow you ? I needed a larger thread size fitting, the bung is 1/4" NPT, the Pyro fitting is only 1/8" NPT. Rather than use an adapter, I used a standard SS tube fitting.

Sorry bud. The Jack is kicking in right now... The welded bung in the pipe I cut down in length, then the 1/4 to 1/8 adaptor can screw in further down allowing the probe to bet further in.
I hope that explains it better.

[stevemc181]

Sorry bud. The Jack is kicking in right now... The welded bung in the pipe I cut down in length, then the 1/4 to 1/8 adaptor can screw in further down allowing the probe to bet further in.
I hope that explains it better.

Ahhh, got it now. I was going to cut my adapter in half, as it was fairly long but decided on just buying the right size fitting and drilling it out so the probe would fit through. Hopefully I can get the EGT gauge fitted this weekend, I also bought the Boost fitting kit that 3D linked to above, so should be good to go.

[jay see]

Sorry bud. The Jack is kicking in right now... The welded bung in the pipe I cut down in length, then the 1/4 to 1/8 adaptor can screw in further down allowing the probe to bet further in.
I hope that explains it better.
You talking Jack, mudski...

[GQtdauto]

After much pissing around (about 3 days) I've finally managed to buy a pair of Silverado mirrors for the GQ , trying to get the plain one with just electric adjust that would ship to oz was a nightmare , one company wanting $99 for mirrors and $199 delivery .
This one has blinkers and god knows what else for $119 our money plus $23 delivery their money so I still get it for under $150 delivered .
Still have to make a bracket to suit the GQ but I think I can do it , might even hook the blinkers up but not sure I need heated function .
https://vod.ebay.com/vod/FetchOrderDetails?ViewPaymentStatus&purchaseOrderId=70000010006850

[GQtdauto]

Link doesn't work apparently but they are the same as the GU owner had but basic black in colour .

[Bacho86]

Got a refund for 4 old camping mats that were leaking air and then got 4 new replacement ones!

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Then whilst I was there, also bought a new tent for the family from Costco for $120 - one of the Coleman instant tents which will hopefully made set outs a lot easier!!

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[Mc4by]

That's a great price on the tent. Pity we don't have Costco

[Bacho86]

That's a great price on the tent. Pity we don't have Costco

Yeh it was a massive impulse buy, main thing was my other tents couldn't fit 4 sleeping mats side by side, so the kids would always end up sleeping ontop of the wife which wasnt very comfortable for her.... I was happy as Larry all by myself though hahaha

this new one will fit the 4 matts on next to each other so 🤞 it's a winner!!


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[Hodge]

One of these babies. Have a perfect bracket for it too. Just gotta find the right hoses now...

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71435&stc=1

[threedogs]

Hodge you can buy different fitting for those catch cans to suit different vehicles.
sometimes the hoses dont match both ends

[Winnie]

Picked up my new trailer this morning. Now to go and use it.
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[DX grunt]

Picked up my new trailer this morning. Now to go and use it.
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Don't forget to post a pic of the first scratch. lol.

[GQtdauto]

Don't forget to post a pic of the first scratch. lol.

It's Gal how bad could it get scratched , it's the dings he needs to get to run it in .
Also you shouldn't have to but check they put grease in the bearings .

[Bacho86]

One of these babies. Have a perfect bracket for it too. Just gotta find the right hoses now...

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Nice one mate, this is still on my list to purchase. Where'd your get it from, western filters? I thought the sold filters with kits to suit specific vehicles as well


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[Hodge]

Also you shouldn't have to but check they put grease in the bearings .

Most will laugh at this. Lol But i experienced it...
We had 6x4 trailer purpose built with an oil tanker (eletrical transformer oil) built by a mob in dandenong. I picked it up and only got as far as Ringwood.
Yup no grease in the rear axle.
This was in days of no smart phones but i wish i had a camera to take a photo of the glowing axle ... lol. Was very impressive.


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[Hodge]

Nice one mate, this is still on my list to purchase. Where'd your get it from, western filters? I thought the sold filters with kits to suit specific vehicles as well


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The one i bought for my 3L was a full kit from western filters... even though they supplies wrong hoses. But thats an old story .
This one was surprisingly from a gumtree ad i ran into. Brand new with receipt from WF. Scored it for $100.

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[jay see]

Yeh it was a massive impulse buy, main thing was my other tents couldn't fit 4 sleeping mats side by side, so the kids would always end up sleeping ontop of the wife which wasnt very comfortable for her.... I was happy as Larry all by myself though hahaha

this new one will fit the 4 matts on next to each other so 🤞 it's a winner!!


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No guarantees that your wife will be left alone mate, kids always end up next to, then on mum.. When mine were old enough we brought 2 Coleman instant up 4p tents. That fixed that.

[threedogs]

It's Gal how bad could it get scratched , it's the dings he needs to get to run it in .
Also you shouldn't have to but check they put grease in the bearings .

better still go to SCA and grab a set of "Bearing Buddies"
best thing ever for trailers

[GQtdauto]

better still go to SCA and grab a set of "Bearing Buddies"
best thing ever for trailers
Do they make them for the bigger axle caps threedogs or just the one size .

[threedogs]

Ive only seen then for the Holden/Ford hubs but a search may find bigger sizes

[threedogs]

No guarantees that your wife will be left alone mate, kids always end up next to, then on mum.. When mine were old enough we brought 2 Coleman instant up 4p tents. That fixed that.

Ive still got geo style tents in their boxes from when Lily worked @ Kmart.
End of season specials etc , had a heap of ten man jobs I sold to mates for $20
ideal for the fore shore down Rosebud. I cant fault them they pack up small
easy to erect, all I normally do is upgrade the pegs to som 6mm ones.
I had 10 at one stage.lol lol

[BigRAWesty]

Picked up my new trailer this morning. Now to go and use it.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/63.jpg

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Looks good mate.
First mod.
Sling that spare under the A frame and place a sheet on the frame.
As threedogs mentioned in your thread, it'll make a brilliant work station for cutting wood.
Wished I had mine sheeted today..

[Winnie]

Looks good mate.
First mod.
Sling that spare under the A frame and place a sheet on the frame.
As threedogs mentioned in your thread, it'll make a brilliant work station for cutting wood.
Wished I had mine sheeted today..
I don't reckon I'd use it if I had it mate. I refill and sharpen on the ground.

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[BigRAWesty]

I don't reckon I'd use it if I had it mate. I refill and sharpen on the ground.

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I use to think nothing of it also.
But as you age and the back gets worse that ground gets further away lol.


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[Winnie]

Anyway... Went for a quick drive this arvo but struggled to find much good wood. Ran out of time so probably only got a couple of hundred kg of wood. New chainsaw has serious balls and the trailer tows well.

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[MB]

Bring your new toys along down to AB's donk party mate. Shiploads of wood down here, take back as much as the family needs Chrisso!

[Winnie]

Bring your new toys along down to AB's donk party mate. Shiploads of wood down here, take back as much as the family needs Chrisso!
Bugger, really? Would love to mate but I will be towing up the camper trailer.

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[BigRAWesty]

Bugger, really? Would love to mate but I will be towing up the camper trailer.

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Leave the trailer empty and load your gear into the car.
Then load the camper with wood.
Get a cube or so in it. .

[MB]

Leave the trailer empty and load your gear into the car. Then load the camper with wood. Get a cube or so in it. . That's what we do Kallen, saves the need for fly meshing the van, last trips spiders and centipedes left in there sort em out, lol :-)

[Rossco]

Put a deposit on a new cab for the GQ from our friends@ patrolapart. Needed to decide what to do for a while, the old GQs had a few rust issues popping up mainly in the roof and also in the seem in the firewall & sills. Anyway dropped into patrolapart to see what they had and costs, had a mint car there which will buy as a shell, was heaps cheaper than expected and heaps better option than repair.

Anyway think that will be this year's project, can't wait should be fun hoping the GQ should come out pretty nice.[emoji5]

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[Bacho86]

Put a deposit on a new cab for the GQ from our friends@ patrolapart. Needed to decide what to do for a while, the old GQs had a few rust issues popping up mainly in the roof and also in the seem in the firewall & sills. Anyway dropped into patrolapart to see what they had and costs, had a mint car there which will buy as a shell, was heaps cheaper than expected and heaps better option than repair.

Anyway think that will be this year's project, can't wait should be fun hoping the GQ should come out pretty nice.[emoji5]

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Nice one Rossco should be a good project!! What does this mean for the turbo upgrades though???


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[jay see]

Put a deposit on a new cab for the GQ from our friends@ patrolapart. Needed to decide what to do for a while, the old GQs had a few rust issues popping up mainly in the roof and also in the seem in the firewall & sills. Anyway dropped into patrolapart to see what they had and costs, had a mint car there which will buy as a shell, was heaps cheaper than expected and heaps better option than repair.

Anyway think that will be this year's project, can't wait should be fun hoping the GQ should come out pretty nice.[emoji5]

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That will keep you busy during the winter months.

Nice project..

[Winnie]

Put a deposit on a new cab for the GQ from our friends@ patrolapart. Needed to decide what to do for a while, the old GQs had a few rust issues popping up mainly in the roof and also in the seem in the firewall & sills. Anyway dropped into patrolapart to see what they had and costs, had a mint car there which will buy as a shell, was heaps cheaper than expected and heaps better option than repair.

Anyway think that will be this year's project, can't wait should be fun hoping the GQ should come out pretty nice.[emoji5]

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Whoah mate that's big news! Now it's just gonna be the chassis that's original hey.

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[AB]

Put a deposit on a new cab for the GQ from our friends@ patrolapart. Needed to decide what to do for a while, the old GQs had a few rust issues popping up mainly in the roof and also in the seem in the firewall & sills. Anyway dropped into patrolapart to see what they had and costs, had a mint car there which will buy as a shell, was heaps cheaper than expected and heaps better option than repair.

Anyway think that will be this year's project, can't wait should be fun hoping the GQ should come out pretty nice.[emoji5]

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Ooow can we turn your old body into a pizza oven for the church lol

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[Rossco]

Oh yeah that's a great idea! ! Ha ha

Yep thinking good winter project, going to sneak in a few more trips before it's retired then get stuck into it. Haven't got a timeline but wasn't too very it back on the road as soon as possible hopefully by spring.

Thinking paint, sound deadening, turbo, airbox, 4 inch Snorkel, seats, do it all in one. .



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[Rossco]

Oh yeah that's a great idea! ! Ha ha

Yep thinking good winter project, going to sneak in a few more trips before it's retired then get stuck into it. Haven't got a timeline but wasn't too very it back on the road as soon as possible hopefully by spring.

Thinking paint, sound deadening, turbo, airbox, 4 inch Snorkel, seats, do it all in one. .



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[Rossco]

Woops epic fail lol. Struggling with this bloody new tapa update lol.
Feel free to delete post before . . . ☺ don't know why they need to update & change it so often Grrr.

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[AB]

Oh yeah that's a great idea! ! Ha ha

Yep thinking good winter project, going to sneak in a few more trips before it's retired then get stuck into it. Haven't got a timeline but wasn't too very it back on the road as soon as possible hopefully by spring.

Thinking paint, sound deadening, turbo, airbox, 4 inch Snorkel, seats, do it all in one. .



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Wow, excitement!

Your wallet will be on fire after this!

[Rossco]

Yeah have a bit in the kitty been doing well at being a serious tight arse this year so far! !

Surprised at how cheap the cab from patrolapart was, was thinging sourcing something on ebay or gumtree would have been the best but good old patrolapart! Don't have to take off 2 cabs either just pick this one up as a shell. The biggest thing is painting, if I could paint would save a few pennies but all good. .

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[Winnie]

Yeah have a bit in the kitty been doing well at being a serious tight arse this year so far! !

Surprised at how cheap the cab from patrolapart was, was thinging sourcing something on ebay or gumtree would have been the best but good old patrolapart! Don't have to take off 2 cabs either just pick this one up as a shell. The biggest thing is painting, if I could paint would save a few pennies but all good. .

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Yeah one day I'll get mine resprayed.
Big effort on taking this on though Rossco, huge job ahead of you mate!

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[Rossco]

Yeah one day I'll get mine resprayed.
Big effort on taking this on though Rossco, huge job ahead of you mate!

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Yeah imagine it's not going to be a small undertaking! ! ,expect to learn a fair bit tho looking forward to it Always wanted to do a rebuild on something. Would love to do everything beutifully but need to win tatts to do that i reckon. . .

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[threedogs]

Rossco a body off resto makes a lot of sense lets say it costs $15k all up just saying
at the end you'll have a brand new Patrol with all your mods on it.
IMHO a better idea than forking out $25k on a GU again just saying.
Hopefully mine will be going and I can give you a hand [pass drinks] lol

[katwoman]

Yeah imagine it's not going to be a small undertaking! ! ,expect to learn a fair bit tho looking forward to it Always wanted to do a rebuild on something. Would love to do everything beutifully but need to win tatts to do that i reckon. . .

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Piece of cake, Rossco. Have a go at spraying it yourself. It's actually not that hard. And it'll cost you $1500 instead of $15 k for the body work.


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[Turtle_au]

Piece of cake, Rossco. Have a go at spraying it yourself. It's actually not that hard. And it'll cost you $1500 instead of $15 k for the body work.


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Paint it matt cammo. You could do that with a brush and not worry about the finish.

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[Rossco]

Piece of cake, Rossco. Have a go at spraying it yourself. It's actually not that hard. And it'll cost you $1500 instead of $15 k for the body work.


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Hmm maybe, have had a bit of a go before painting workout great success but would like to do as much as possible at least to reduce costs. Have a panel beater mateish who I've spoken to he's reasonably happy to do it for a reasonableish price. . .

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[Rossco]

Rossco a body off resto makes a lot of sense lets say it costs $15k all up just saying
at the end you'll have a brand new Patrol with all your mods on it.
IMHO a better idea than forking out $25k on a GU again just saying.
Hopefully mine will be going and I can give you a hand [pass drinks] lol
Yeah that's what i was thinking. It was either upgrade to a gu or something and get bugger all for the gq or ripp some poor bugger off. Want it to be a nice car after this, capable comfy tourer really. . .

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[GQtdauto]

Trans oil temp gauge , buying was the easy bit , fitting is something I'm not looking forward to .
Might have to trawl the forum for some ideas .

[4bye4]

Trans oil temp gauge , buying was the easy bit , fitting is something I'm not looking forward to .
Might have to trawl the forum for some ideas .

I've done mine. Where the cooler pipes run from the trans to the radiator, there is a point where they are joined with a rubber hose. i just got a tee piece from enzed and tapped it to screw the sensor into, then fitted it in the line. Best done from under the car. Can't really put a pic up as i can't take a picture without removing half the engine bay.

[GQtdauto]

Haven't really been underneath the bus for a while but know it's a hard line to the radiator , but I'm putting in a transcooler anyway.
I have heard that drilling and tapping the banjo bolt where the oil comes out is the best spot but will keep that option in mind .

[bazzaboy]

Some more tie downs. Currently $39 at Bunnings. Good value.

[threedogs]

Some more tie downs. Currently $39 at Bunnings. Good value.

much safer than the old Ocky strap, which imo should be banned.
Gee they are rated very high which is good as well

[Hodge]

Technically bought my self a 3 month forgotten LED bar... Thanks Supa Center!
Trial fit to roughly where I'd like to mount it. Bolts will go from the side central pillars off the bar.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71499&stc=1

[GQtdauto]

Those zip ties will hold for good trust me !

[TPC]

Got some new boots fitted to the Patrol.

Stuck with the BFG AT's.

[Hodge]

Those zip ties will hold for good trust me !

Probably better then the small brackets they sent me with the bar...

[Mike02Ti]

Took the kids to see the dinosaur show in Perth and on the way back decided to take a detour and head down Telephone Lane in Baldivis for a quick wheel.
While it was pretty easy going man that place is real chopped up now. Been years since I been down it. It was dry all the way through apart from 1 fairly decent looking long mud hole which 2 guys in tritons was having trouble with. Didnt bother with it myself as I didnt haveany recovery gear on me.
On a side note I definitely need to put in a lift and bigger boots as soon as I can. Dragging my arse and diffs everywhere

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[katwoman]

After the wheel alignment guy said my front wheels are about to fall off I bought bearings. [emoji16]


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[macca]

http://www.allfourx4.com.au/epages/shop.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/allfourx4/Products/IRO-WWB12000SR&ViewAction=ViewProduct

So fed up with the Warn winch I have now, every time I want to use it, it fails! That's 2 Warns kark it in 12 years, for what they charge I was hoping for a better service life.

Snigging firewood logs Tuesday and it died again aarrrgggh.

The brushes get stuck in the slides they are located in and as the motor is not solidly attached to the winch it moves around and pushes the little buggers away from the commutator. This is the 6th time I've tried to fix this.

So a 12000lb fits, up from 9500lb and hopefully ticks the boxes. About half the price of a Warn too.

[Sir Roofy]

http://www.allfourx4.com.au/epages/shop.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/allfourx4/Products/IRO-WWB12000SR&ViewAction=ViewProduct

So fed up with the Warn winch I have now, every time I want to use it, it fails! That's 2 Warns kark it in 12 years, for what they charge I was hoping for a better service life.

Snigging firewood logs Tuesday and it died again aarrrgggh.

The brushes get stuck in the slides they are located in and as the motor is not solidly attached to the winch it moves around and pushes the little buggers away from the commutator. This is the 6th time I've tried to fix this.

So a 12000lb fits, up from 9500lb and hopefully ticks the boxes. About half the price of a Warn too.

Should'nt have any trouble with that iv'e got an iron man and have snigged logs with it lol not as flash as your new one

[threedogs]

Probably better then the small brackets they sent me with the bar...

You can buy a bracket to suit the way you're mounting your bar.
I brought a pair so I can fit a 42" single row along the side.
I'll try and find the link again, or just type in bullbar brackets
Sunyee and Vic Off Road sell them for about $20 a pair
just need to find the correct size. Protect your bar with a
few wraps of electrical tap when fitting them.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pair-2-Bullbar-Mounting-Bracket-Clamp-51mm-for-Driving-Work-Light-Bar-Lamp-ARB-/201615390957?hash=item2ef136b8ed:g:gtcAAOSwhOVXdyp 2

[Winnie]

http://www.allfourx4.com.au/epages/shop.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/allfourx4/Products/IRO-WWB12000SR&ViewAction=ViewProduct

So fed up with the Warn winch I have now, every time I want to use it, it fails! That's 2 Warns kark it in 12 years, for what they charge I was hoping for a better service life.

Snigging firewood logs Tuesday and it died again aarrrgggh.

The brushes get stuck in the slides they are located in and as the motor is not solidly attached to the winch it moves around and pushes the little buggers away from the commutator. This is the 6th time I've tried to fix this.

So a 12000lb fits, up from 9500lb and hopefully ticks the boxes. About half the price of a Warn too.

I had one of those and it was a great winch. It did get full of water though.

[threedogs]

http://www.allfourx4.com.au/epages/shop.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/allfourx4/Products/IRO-WWB12000SR&ViewAction=ViewProduct

So fed up with the Warn winch I have now, every time I want to use it, it fails! That's 2 Warns kark it in 12 years, for what they charge I was hoping for a better service life.

Snigging firewood logs Tuesday and it died again aarrrgggh.

The brushes get stuck in the slides they are located in and as the motor is not solidly attached to the winch it moves around and pushes the little buggers away from the commutator. This is the 6th time I've tried to fix this.

So a 12000lb fits, up from 9500lb and hopefully ticks the boxes. About half the price of a Warn too.

I have the email address of Steve from Warn USA if you'd like to have a chat.
I speak to him on a regular basis

[macca]

I had one of those and it was a great winch. It did get full of water though.

Looked at reviews Winnie and water was noted by one and heaps of others said they had no problems, the question is if the actually serviced them and had a look inside.

That was the trouble with the Warns, water did get in but not all of it drains out of the drain hole. On a warm day it condensates all over the insides causing corrosion.

[threedogs]

you could pressurise it using an airhorn motor and a needle valve.
You'd need to drill and tap a hole for the air fitting

[Hodge]

You can buy a bracket to suit the way you're mounting your bar.
I brought a pair so I can fit a 42" single row along the side.
I'll try and find the link again, or just type in bullbar brackets
Sunyee and Vic Off Road sell them for about $20 a pair
just need to find the correct size. Protect your bar with a
few wraps of electrical tap when fitting them.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pair-2-Bullbar-Mounting-Bracket-Clamp-51mm-for-Driving-Work-Light-Bar-Lamp-ARB-/201615390957?hash=item2ef136b8ed:g:gtcAAOSwhOVXdyp 2
Thanks John. That makes life a whole lot easier .... I was gonna drill a hole from each side , in line with the threads of the bar and then push the bolts through that way ... But those brackets you linked would be perfect !

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[GQtdauto]

You spend mega bucks on a winch and have to fit something to keep the water out and the thing plays up , $199 from Aldi and still going strong after 4-5 years and got me out of trouble heaps of times .
Also used it to straighten the shed and pulled a few stumps out .

[mudnut]

My 2nd hand Aldi winch is still going as well, but the brake mechanism is useless.

[GQtdauto]

My 2nd hand Aldi winch is still going as well, but the brake mechanism is useless.

Second hand and still going !

[mudnut]

It was full of rusty water when I stripped it. After a long tedious clean out, I ran a bead of silicon around internal vertical faces of both the motor end and the gearbox end. and I then fitted a layer of glad wrap on the silicon and assembled the unit loosely and let it set. After a day I removed the wrap and tightened the fasteners. With a smear of water proof grease on each end of the drum it runs smoothly. I have had the unit under three feet of water and not a drop entered.

[GQtdauto]

Mines been in for a drink quite a few times , perhaps a bit of maintenance might be useful , either that or next time they come up at Aldi I could buy a new one and replace the old one , maybe keep it for spares .

[mudnut]

Mines been in for a drink quite a few times , perhaps a bit of maintenance might be useful , either that or next time they come up at Aldi I could buy a new one and replace the old one , maybe keep it for spares .

Are they still selling them?

[Hodge]

Are they still selling them?
They come up for sale once or twice a year. And they sell out very quickly .

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[mudnut]

I think I will upgrade. The first stage of the gearing runs on aluminium teeth moulded into the casing. I have seen some of more expensive units have all steel gearing and stronger braking mechs. My unit's brake is only anchored with a couple of grub screws.

[GQtdauto]

Only problem I've ever had was I left the hand controller on wireless mode and the battery in the hand controller went flat which meant I couldn't use the winch in either mode until the battery was replaced .
I now switch to wired mode until I need to use it so if battery does go flat again at least I can use it with the wires plugged in in .

[threedogs]

Only problem I've ever had was I left the hand controller on wireless mode and the battery in the hand controller went flat which meant I couldn't use the winch in either mode until the battery was replaced .
I now switch to wired mode until I need to use it so if battery does go flat again at least I can use it with the wires plugged in in .

Do you really think a remote [wireless] hand control is worth it.
More of a gimmick IMO as there is too much delay when compared to the
OE controller, which is slow in its own right..........
When my patrol is going Ill be fitting a pressurizing kit to it only needs
a couple of pounds of pressure to be workable.....
I have a spare 10,00lb winch here I will re-co at some stage

[GQtdauto]

Do you really think a remote [wireless] hand control is worth it.
More of a gimmick IMO as there is too much delay when compared to the
OE controller, which is slow in its own right..........
When my patrol is going Ill be fitting a pressurizing kit to it only needs
a couple of pounds of pressure to be workable.....
I have a spare 10,00lb winch here I will re-co at some stage

Best thing about the winch is the wireless hand control TD , mine is starting to get a delay but it might be time for a new battery .

[threedogs]

I brought one of the wireless remotes years ago but was told to avoid it
especially if a tricky situation arises, I have a winch isolation switch
inside on the centre facia next to a winch in/out switch. Yet to wire it all up.
My son is an auto elec but thats not going to happen now eh GRrrrrrrrrr

In a perfect world a 3 battery set up would be nice with 2 x crankers for the winch
and a DC for the AUX. I had a 3 battery system in my other 4x4 but had no winch
just two lockers ARB and a Pro-locker up front best set up ever. Not sure what I want to do in the future
E-lockers are expensive IMO. I have an on board tank and motor again yet to be wired. Plus need to rip
the 3 gallon tank out of the other 4x4,,,so many jobs,,, How often do you come to town????

[mudnut]

They wireless remote has been perfect, especially since I use the winch to help with moving large fallen limbs and the like.

[threedogs]

They wireless remote has been perfect, especially since I use the winch to help with moving large fallen limbs and the like.

Thats fine but if youre in a tricky spot where inch by inch is required might not work then

[mudnut]

The winch came with a wired controller as well.

[jay see]

Not yet but who has used one for day trips.

http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Waeco-TB-08-Console-Cooler-8-Litre/114111#review-list-anchor

I know it's not a fridge...

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[Clunk]

Not yet but who has used one for day trips.

http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Waeco-TB-08-Console-Cooler-8-Litre/114111#review-list-anchor

I know it's not a fridge...

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Stick a frozen ice block in there as well, they work ok to keep things cooler.

Picked up one of these below for $10 from a garage sale about 5 years ago, apparently wasn't working but worked fine when I plugged it in at home. Still works now after 6 years. Just don't get warm things nice n cold like a fridge, but if you get your stuff nice n cold before loading it up, should stay cool all day

http://www.bcf.com.au/Product/Waeco-TC-35FL-Cooler-35-Litre/127958

[Clunk]

Anyone looking for a cheap ice box?
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/120.jpg




http://www.evakool.com/iceboxes/icemate-polyethelene-iceboxes

[threedogs]

http://www.allfourx4.com.au/epages/shop.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/allfourx4/Products/IRO-WWB12000SR&ViewAction=ViewProduct

So fed up with the Warn winch I have now, every time I want to use it, it fails! That's 2 Warns kark it in 12 years, for what they charge I was hoping for a better service life.

Snigging firewood logs Tuesday and it died again aarrrgggh.



The brushes get stuck in the slides they are located in and as the motor is not solidly attached to the winch it moves around and pushes the little buggers away from the commutator. This is the 6th time I've tried to fix this.

So a 12000lb fits, up from 9500lb and hopefully ticks the boxes. About half the price of a Warn too.

Yo Macca here's a reply from Warn industries USA,,,,quote I have seen this occur in a couple of winches, the "brush box" corrodes around the bush and the brush becomes stuck. I have seen our service tech's revive an old motor that had this issue.
I did the same thing with a motor a friend sent me to look at. We freed up the bushes using WD40, and once loose cleaned everything up, then applied
dielectric grease to the brushes to coat the inside of the brush box to prevent corrosion forming again, the motor worked fine and is still working after
a couple of years.

I know this does not sound like something that should be required to do to a winch motor , but it seems to me that the brush clearance inside the brush box is very tight to begin with on some motors, so there is no room for corrosiononce it begins. I believe the tolerance spec is not adhered to by our supplier as closely as it should.
As already mentioned I will log this issue in our system for further review. un quote
Best regards
Steve Schoenfelder
Warn Industries USA

[Rossco]

That was the bloke i spoke to to gey my stickers (Steve). He was great, very good service sent out a sticker kit for free ☺ . .

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[jay see]

Not yet but who has used one for day trips.

http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/Waeco-TB-08-Console-Cooler-8-Litre/114111#review-list-anchor

I know it's not a fridge...

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Went out an brought one.

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[Winnie]

That was the bloke i spoke to to gey my stickers (Steve). He was great, very good service sent out a sticker kit for free ☺ . .

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Same here, posted from the U.S. for free. Even threw in a couple of big ones for the shed fridge.

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[threedogs]

That was the bloke i spoke to to gey my stickers (Steve). He was great, very good service sent out a sticker kit for free ☺ . .

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We email about once every 2 months, Steve's just brought a new well 69 chev pick up 4wd.

[GQtdauto]

I brought one of the wireless remotes years ago but was told to avoid it
especially if a tricky situation arises, I have a winch isolation switch
inside on the centre facia next to a winch in/out switch. Yet to wire it all up.
My son is an auto elec but thats not going to happen now eh GRrrrrrrrrr

In a perfect world a 3 battery set up would be nice with 2 x crankers for the winch
and a DC for the AUX. I had a 3 battery system in my other 4x4 but had no winch
just two lockers ARB and a Pro-locker up front best set up ever. Not sure what I want to do in the future
E-lockers are expensive IMO. I have an on board tank and motor again yet to be wired. Plus need to rip
the 3 gallon tank out of the other 4x4,,,so many jobs,,, How often do you come to town????

Like most things TD they get better with age , the newer wireless winch controls are the ducks nuts imo.

[PeeBee]

Insulation blanket for the exhaust from SuperCheap - 25% off, so at $35/10m, worth the effort. I was surprised to see its base is volcanic ash and ground up lava flow - interesting, but your hands get a bit of residue during the process of fitting it.

[threedogs]

Insulation blanket for the exhaust from SuperCheap - 25% off, so at $35/10m, worth the effort. I was surprised to see its base is volcanic ash and ground up lava flow - interesting, but your hands get a bit of residue during the process of fitting it.

Do you have a turbo beanie yet, I love them keeps the heat where it should be inside.
protects the Aux battery as well

[PeeBee]

Do you have a turbo beanie yet, I love them keeps the heat where it should be inside.
protects the Aux battery as well

Don't have a twurbo TD, thanks for bringing that up.

[threedogs]

Don't have a twurbo TD, thanks for bringing that up.

I reckon they work a treat, you can put your hand on the turbo after say a hwy run.
Plus my aux battery is a wet cell 115 trojan [more bang for buck] and I've found I
top it up less now.lol

[stevemc181]

I bought a Scangauge II as my Torque Pro app doesn't seem to work as well with the Patrol as it did with the Pajero?
I also bought a bluetooth dongle for my Victron BMV-702 battery monitor. This will basically send all of my BMV-702 data to my tablet or phone. (God I love technology!) This means I can move the ugly BMV-702 gauge out of the pillar pod and put it down the back somewhere, hmm this also means I now have a spare spot for another redarc gauge in the pillar pod. I am thinking Trans and engine temp gauge will go nicely in there.
:bananadancing:

[Hodge]

this also means I now have a spare spot for another redarc gauge in the pillar pod. I am thinking Trans and engine temp gauge will go nicely in there.
:bananadancing:

Do you have the G52-BET model of the Redarc gauge? That has the optional temp display. Maybe wire up the water sensor to that. Providing you do have that model. I cant remember which one you ended up getting.

[stevemc181]

Do you have the G52-BET model of the Redarc gauge? That has the optional temp display. Maybe wire up the water sensor to that. Providing you do have that model. I cant remember which one you ended up getting.

I went for the model with EGT and digital boost only (G52-EB) as I preferred the wider 270⁰ sweep of the needle. I'll have water temp on the scan gauge so will probably go for engine block temp and auto trans temp gauge (Not sure where the sensor goes on the GU for this, but I think it is on the trans oil cooler?). I've also got a low level coolant alarm on the way, but prefer to know the block temp also.

[GQtdauto]

Silverado mirrors turned up this morning from America , how the hell they can do the postage for $23 usd I don't know , mirrors were $99 usd so all up converted to our Monopoly money it's about $160 delivered .
Now the fun begins but I'm not wiring up the heating system in the mirrors .
7158471585

[threedogs]

Silverado mirrors turned up this morning from America , how the hell they can do the postage for $23 usd I don't know , mirrors were $99 usd so all up converted to our Monopoly money it's about $160 delivered .
Now the fun begins but I'm not wiring up the heating system in the mirrors .
7158471585

Yeah "Clear View " are a tad over priced eh,

[UncleFrosty]

Could've entered that photo in this month's comp.
Lucky you weren't in ya y-fronts (or worse...)

[GQtdauto]

Could've entered that photo in this month's comp.
Lucky you weren't in ya y-fronts (or worse...)

Just noticed that , phew .
I don't know if I should do a build thread or not , not that many GQ,s out there with electric mirrors and after spending most of the day just pulling the bits off I won't need and can't use I'm over it now .
Had to drill out five out of eight bolts the buggers were made of soft stuff and rounded off too friggin easy .
Won't need a haircut when I've finished because I won't have any left .

[Winnie]

Just noticed that , phew .
I don't know if I should do a build thread or not , not that many GQ,s out there with electric mirrors and after spending most of the day just pulling the bits off I won't need and can't use I'm over it now .
Had to drill out five out of eight bolts the buggers were made of soft stuff and rounded off too friggin easy .
Won't need a haircut when I've finished because I won't have any left .
Mine has electric mirrors from factory.

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[GQtdauto]

Thanks Winnie , just saying that there's not many with electric mirrors that I've seen , which is why replacements are so rare and expensive .
I was Quoted around $600 plus for each mirror and that was if they could get them .

[Cuppa]

The decision was made as far back as 2012 but it's taken me a while to get around to it. Today I paid Harrops a $500 deposit & booked in my car to get one of their e-lockers fitted. I decided to take it to Melbourne for them to do it as if anyone knows how to do it right it'll be the folk that make it. Booked in for 18th May.
It'll be reassuring 'insurance' for solo travel.

[lucus30]

The decision was made as far back as 2012 but it's taken me a while to get around to it. Today I paid Harrops a $500 deposit & booked in my car to get one of their e-lockers fitted. I decided to take it to Melbourne for them to do it as if anyone knows how to do it right it'll be the folk that make it. Booked in for 18th May.
It'll be reassuring 'insurance' for solo travel.
Good decision I love my elockers can't beat em. I'm sure you'll love them

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[Addy]

Got my truck a adjustable drag link to fix up the steering wheel! Hopefully an easy installation with minimal mechanic experience

[oncedisturbed]

Became broke after getting a new set of boots for the troll. Never used the Westlake brand before but so far pretty quiet and handles well on road, will see how they go after a few weeks and a trip up north including an off road trip. Nice tread blocks and partial side walls blocks, appear to be a better tread than the maxxis I had on before

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/197.jpg


"Never under estimate the power of the tap, let it flow through you"

[lucus30]

The decision was made as far back as 2012 but it's taken me a while to get around to it. Today I paid Harrops a $500 deposit & booked in my car to get one of their e-lockers fitted. I decided to take it to Melbourne for them to do it as if anyone knows how to do it right it'll be the folk that make it. Booked in for 18th May.
It'll be reassuring 'insurance' for solo travel.

Apollofish Just what we were discussing today

[jack]

Apollofish Just what we were discussing today

Ah so he did order one. Great pics you posted, I'll add mine later tonight.

Edit: haha I thought this was a pm

[jay see]

A BMW x5.

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[Bacho86]

A BMW x5.

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Whaaat huh?? You trading up from the GU mate Where the pics??


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[jay see]

Whaaat huh?? You trading up from the GU mate Where the pics??


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Yeah, going to do the tracks in confront.


Nah, Mrs wants to update the commo.
Surprised how cheap they are considering that new it's 110k.

Got it cheap as the rear air suspension has dropped and has a stuffed rear wheel bearing, which he said was the diff because of the suspension.

Thinking I'll need to put about 2-3k including reg.
Paid $8k. 👍👍http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/260.jpg

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[bushnbash]

No Today but 2 weeks ago I bought another Patrol. A 2006 ST GU IV TD42 TI. 193k km on the clock.

[Hodge]

No Today but 2 weeks ago I bought another Patrol. A 2006 ST GU IV TD42 TI. 193k km on the clock.

Congrats.
Welcome to the Series 4 td42 club ! You know the rules. Pictures and more pictures!

[bushnbash]

Congrats.
Welcome to the Series 4 td42 club ! You know the rules. Pictures and more pictures!

4.2 TD Diesel Engine w/- 192,219 Kilometers
Air Conditioning, Window Tinting, Power Door Mirrors and Windows.
It has Coil Suspension 5" king Springs, with Tough Dog Adjustable Big Bore Suspension 5" and Tough Dog Steering Stabilizer , 3" Exhaust System.

It has 2 Front Airbags, Remote Central Locking and Cruise Control.
This Patrol Wagon has 17" Factory Nissan Alloy Wheels with fitted 305/70R17 Maxxis Bighorn Tyres, Including 4 Spare (used) Maxxis Bighorn 305/70R17 Tyres.
Milford Cargo Barrier (not fitted), Black Steel Bullbar, Hayman Reese Tow Bar and Ball.
Chassis Rock Sliders, with additional Nissan Side Steps (not fitted)

Warn XD9000 Winch w/- 100 Feet Steel Cable, Nissan Snorkel.
ARB Air Compressor w/- Tyre Inflation Gauge, 2 Light Force XGT 240mm Spotlights.
JVC CD / DVD Remote Control Stereo, with Polk Audio Speakers.
Dual Batteries (2nd Battery New) w/- IBS Battery Monitor System.
Turbosmart Turbo Tuned, Sungazer USA Large Side Awning 2.5x3.

Uniden UHF 40 Channel CB Radio, GME Bullbar Antenna, Rear LED Reversing Spot Light.
K&N Air Filter System, Turbo Boost Gauge, Reversing Camera.
Front and Rear Nissan Floor Mats w/- extra Front Mud and Sand Mats.
Pulley Belts Recently Replaced, Hayman Reese Electric Towing Brake System.

Rhino Alloy Roof Rack w/- Ute Rubber, The Roof Rack has been Custom Modified to accommodate: Fishing Rod, Shovel / Accessory Holders w/- 2nd GME Antenna Mount and Mine Whip / Sand Hill Flag Mount.
Rear 12 Volt Outlets for Cigarette and Fridge / Freezer Plugs.

Replaced Top / Windscreen Dash as a result of a Nissan factory recall on a dash bubbling issue.
It has 5 and 7 seating capacity. (with 2 separate compliance plates fitted to allow the legal removal of the 6th and 7th rear seats.71625
71626

[Hodge]

4.2 TD Diesel Engine w/- 192,219 Kilometers
Air Conditioning, Window Tinting, Power Door Mirrors and Windows.
It has Coil Suspension 5" king Springs, with Tough Dog Adjustable Big Bore Suspension 5" and Tough Dog Steering Stabilizer , 3" Exhaust System.

It has 2 Front Airbags, Remote Central Locking and Cruise Control.
This Patrol Wagon has 17" Factory Nissan Alloy Wheels with fitted 305/70R17 Maxxis Bighorn Tyres, Including 4 Spare (used) Maxxis Bighorn 305/70R17 Tyres.
Milford Cargo Barrier (not fitted), Black Steel Bullbar, Hayman Reese Tow Bar and Ball.
Chassis Rock Sliders, with additional Nissan Side Steps (not fitted)

Warn XD9000 Winch w/- 100 Feet Steel Cable, Nissan Snorkel.
ARB Air Compressor w/- Tyre Inflation Gauge, 2 Light Force XGT 240mm Spotlights.
JVC CD / DVD Remote Control Stereo, with Polk Audio Speakers.
Dual Batteries (2nd Battery New) w/- IBS Battery Monitor System.
Turbosmart Turbo Tuned, Sungazer USA Large Side Awning 2.5x3.

Uniden UHF 40 Channel CB Radio, GME Bullbar Antenna, Rear LED Reversing Spot Light.
K&N Air Filter System, Turbo Boost Gauge, Reversing Camera.
Front and Rear Nissan Floor Mats w/- extra Front Mud and Sand Mats.
Pulley Belts Recently Replaced, Hayman Reese Electric Towing Brake System.

Rhino Alloy Roof Rack w/- Ute Rubber, The Roof Rack has been Custom Modified to accommodate: Fishing Rod, Shovel / Accessory Holders w/- 2nd GME Antenna Mount and Mine Whip / Sand Hill Flag Mount.
Rear 12 Volt Outlets for Cigarette and Fridge / Freezer Plugs.

Replaced Top / Windscreen Dash as a result of a Nissan factory recall on a dash bubbling issue.
It has 5 and 7 seating capacity. (with 2 separate compliance plates fitted to allow the legal removal of the 6th and 7th rear seats.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71625&stc=1
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71626&stc=1

Bloody fantastic mate. It's even in the right color too. Nice pickup.

[stevemc181]

I bought some genuine blue long life coolant from Mr Nissan $110.00 for 5 litres of 50% premix! Robbing bastards!

[Hodge]

My door extension bracket arrived.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71627&stc=1

[threedogs]

My door extension bracket arrived.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71627&stc=1

will you be fitting a small door strut while you're at it.
Plus that can thingy what the RRP on them great idea imo

[Hodge]

will you be fitting a small door strut while you're at it.
Plus that can thingy what the RRP on them great idea imo

Ill be honest with you John, it never crossed my mind. But would be handy. Is there a certain common size for it ?

[threedogs]

200mm but check ,,,,there is a thread about it
very handy on side slopes and windy days
I used rivnuts much neater

[threedogs]

bushnbash I'd stop feeding that son of yours mate
nearly as tall as the missus lol

[jay see]

Ill be honest with you John, it never crossed my mind. But would be handy. Is there a certain common size for it ?
I brought this one

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/141254427489

With a angle bracket

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[Kennith]

Yeah, going to do the tracks in confront.


Nah, Mrs wants to update the commo.
Surprised how cheap they are considering that new it's 110k.

Got it cheap as the rear air suspension has dropped and has a stuffed rear wheel bearing, which he said was the diff because of the suspension.

Thinking I'll need to find the Wealthy Affiliate here (https://affmountain.com/my-wealthy-affiliate-review-and-results) put about 2-3k including reg.
Paid $8k. ����http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/04/260.jpg

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Very nice.

[threedogs]

Ill be honest with you John, it never crossed my mind. But would be handy. Is there a certain common size for it ?

With the newtons roughly 100 N will be about 10kg
200n will be about 20kg and so on


jaysee how much is the air suspension on a beemer worth??
I know the early Range rovers with air suspension cost $5k a
corner.
still BMW make a very fine automobile

[Turtle_au]

Just keep clear of sand 😉
https://youtu.be/HfL2UFARmfI

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[threedogs]

With a vehicle that costs $110K new Im assuming that
service costs would be high as well along with spares.
What year is it??? huge drop in price

[bushnbash]

I just bought headlight restoration kit (Nulens). Will see how it goes.
71641
before photo's
7164271643
After .Really happy with the results. Was a bit difficult sanding with the bull bar, so mainly did that buy hand with 800,1500, then 3000 grit.
71644
71645

[jay see]

With a vehicle that costs $110K new Im assuming that
service costs would be high as well along with spares.
What year is it??? huge drop in price
06. Last of the model was 07.
Has 94,000ks and books fully optioned v8 sports model. A bit if a story behind it, but in short guy has to sell it.
Has a blown fuse for the suspension so that will be a starting point. Why has it blown and I think there a certain way to reset this. As for servicing I've always done it myself and for bigger jobs my brother is a mechanic.


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[threedogs]

Cool and a V8 to boot great pick up

[Hodge]

Got some sliders / steps.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71797&stc=1

[Bacho86]

Got some sliders / steps.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71797&stc=1

Nice one mate, where'd you score these from?


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[Hodge]

Nice one mate, where'd you score these from?


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They are from Protector 4x4. Workmate put a set on his navara about a year ago and I've been keeping an eye on them for a little while... And went and got a set.
http://www.ps4x4.com.au/

[katwoman]

GU thermostat. RRP $55,
With my staff discount, $27.
I love my new job. [emoji3]


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[Sir Roofy]

GU thermostat. RRP $55,
With my staff discount, $27.
I love my new job. [emoji3]


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Cant beat a good discount Katherine works for the other mob

[GQtdauto]

X17 fiskars axe , speedy seal ARB tyre repair kit and a Desert tracks map book .
71817

[nissannewby]

GU thermostat. RRP $55,
With my staff discount, $27.
I love my new job. [emoji3]


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Interesting. Good discount at 50%. What annoys me is I can still get a genuine cheaper out of dubai inc shipping. We get ripped over here.

[TimE]

6 Micky T ATZ P3s, 285X70X17 (33s), $410 each ................... ouch !

[10G]

6 Micky T ATZ P3s, 285X70X17 (33s), $410 each ................... ouch !

Did they say what sort of mileage you'll get out of them???

And were they 285/70x17 or 275/70x17s?

[TimE]

Did they say what sort of mileage you'll get out of them???

And were they 285/70x17 or 275/70x17s?

285X70X17s

I got around 50-60,000ks out of the last set (ATZ 4 ribs), that is on mostly gravel and rough tracks, maybe 15,000k of tar, expect around the same with this set.

[Hodge]

6 Micky T ATZ P3s, 285X70X17 (33s), $410 each ................... ouch !
Ouch ! I suppose the 17s cost a bit more ?

They're great tyres. Had them on both my patrols. I know the owner of my original patrol and he's just over 65k on the tyres and going great.

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[GQtdauto]

Signed up for the sat phone plan on Thuraya casual , and tomorrow I've been ordered to buy the gps spot tracker so if someone pinches the camper I can track them down .

[TimE]

Ouch ! I suppose the 17s cost a bit more ?

They're great tyres. Had them on both my patrols. I know the owner of my original patrol and he's just over 65k on the tyres and going great.

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Yep, 17s are around $100 dearer than 16s. 😣

[Hodge]

Yep, 17s are around $100 dearer than 16s. 😣
Which equates to a 16" steel rim per tyre. Which is what I done. So still end up in the same ballpark figure. Lol

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[Winnie]

Which equates to a 16" steel rim per tyre. Which is what I done. So still end up in the same ballpark figure. Lol

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[MITTS]

Picked up a wireless remote for my Warn, ARB wanted to charge me $350. Managed to get one out of the USA including postage for $180

[Bacho86]

Something to make tyre changes a little bit easier! Hopefully should pick it up next week

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/1.png

https://www.kincrome.com.au/impact-wrench-450w-640nm-1-2


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[GQtdauto]

Sat tracking device and sand flag all ready for Birdsville trip now .
719107191171912

[Hodge]

Got the latest Hema high country large map.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71913&stc=1http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71914&stc=1

[gubigfish]

Set of black wheel nuts from mudski

[TPC]

Sat tracking device and sand flag all ready for Birdsville trip now .
719107191171912

What trip are you doing, the Simpson?

[GQtdauto]

Yeah ish , we are heading to Birdsville and will work it out from there just depends on conditions at the time , won't be doing the frenchline going to go the chicken track but will do a day trip out to big red though .

[TPC]

Yeah ish , we are heading to Birdsville and will work it out from there just depends on conditions at the time , won't be doing the frenchline going to go the chicken track but will do a day trip out to big red though .

Make sure you have a few in the front bar of the Birdsville pub and grab a camel pie at the bakery.

[GQtdauto]

Heard much about the camel curry pie and can't wait to tuck into one , the pubs on the list .

[Bacho86]

Something to make tyre changes a little bit easier! Hopefully should pick it up next week

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/1.png

https://www.kincrome.com.au/impact-wrench-450w-640nm-1-2


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Some bits and pieces arrived on Friday

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[Mc4by]

What type of cargo barrier is this?
Do you have the second row seats still installed?
I am looking for a cargo barrier that works with drawers and second row seats.


Got the latest Hema high country large map.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71913&stc=1http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=71914&stc=1

[Sir Roofy]

Heard much about the camel curry pie and can't wait to tuck into one , the pubs on the list .

Camel pie's mate are great if you can freeze some to bring home with you
bugger where taking our last to up the bush next week

[GQtdauto]

If I have room in the freezer mate I'll bring you back some but can't promise they wont go missing if they're as good as what they say they are .

[Winnie]

They are pretty good. One day I'll eat another

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[GQtdauto]

Well I'll find out for myself in about a week .

[TPC]

Just hope the new owners of the bakery do them as good.

[GQtdauto]

Will let you know .

[my third 256]

just bought this ligh bar reel slim 20 inch and only $129 or lightbar only $89
71966

[MB]

Collected tonight from my PO Box, got sucked in to a TV shopping channel advert late last Saturday night :-) http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/147.jpg It's actually pretty cool, has a built in little playback screen, quick snap photo button, night vision & motion detection when parked. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/148.jpg Ooh, and it also swivels 350 degrees so I can show you blokes footage of Johny Hopper yelling about mods :-) http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/149.jpg


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[belzi82]

I didnt buy anything to excoting today but got a new heavy duty steering damper so hopefully that will reduce or elimaye some of the wobble I have been having lately

[macca]

A big ass 20 foot New Age caravan, WTF have we done?
Get it in 2 weeks then have to load it up, put the rest in the shed and vacate the house for the tenants 3 days after getting back from the Big Red Bash.
We are not taking the van to Birdsville, well not this time anyway.
It's been a big day!

[Cuppa]

A big ass 20 foot New Age caravan, WTF have we done?
Get it in 2 weeks then have to load it up, put the rest in the shed and vacate the house for the tenants 3 days after getting back from the Big Red Bash.
We are not taking the van to Birdsville, well not this time anyway.
It's been a big day!

WTF indeed! That'll cause a bit of a stir on the Canning! ;)

[Rossco]

Wow, crazy Macca, joining the caravan club [emoji6] . . .

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[macca]

WTF indeed! That'll cause a bit of a stir on the Canning! ;)

Have to leave it at one end when we do that trip Cuppa, then go back and get it. hahaha

[jack]

A big ass 20 foot New Age caravan, WTF have we done?
Get it in 2 weeks then have to load it up, put the rest in the shed and vacate the house for the tenants 3 days after getting back from the Big Red Bash.
We are not taking the van to Birdsville, well not this time anyway.
It's been a big day!

Welcome to the grey nomad club!

[macca]

Welcome to the grey nomad club!

Damn straight Jack, got the grey well sorted now to go nomad!

[BigRAWesty]

Welcome to the club macca.
Dont forget the build thread

[Cuppa]

Have to leave it at one end when we do that trip Cuppa, then go back and get it. hahaha

Yeah, I reckon that might well be us with the Tvan too! Good to hear that your plans for travel are happening. Hopefully you'll post an update here now & again, & maybe we'll get to cross paths somewhere.

[macca]

Shifted to http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?40105-Mr-and-Mrs-Macca-12-month-lap

[threedogs]

After seeing Hodges cable terminator then looked at mine covered in black convoluted split tube.
Figured this would look much neater. It'll be about 6 weeks till mobile again. Head, belt ,tensioner and front locker, as well as tyres
I have a big reunion trip organised for David more details later. good price to. lol

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/231011324192?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Now to design something to protect to plasma from being sandblasted

[macca]

You could use a radius arm bush, just a tight-ass way to do the same thing.
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[Mc4by]

I picked up a near new, second hand cargo barrier for the GU.

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