What did you buy today

[Mungrel]

108L of diesel for the big girl.

[my third 256]

$100 diesel for me too at 112.7

[Touses]

Flying trip to Townsville, left Childers 3.30 am Thursday loaded this at 4.30 pm same day
..............72012
..................72013

This was first use at Duaringa on the Saturday morning.

[bushnbash]

I bought some Titan rear drawers for the GU. Was going to make some myself but for $365 I don't think I could build them cheaper.

[Yeti's Beast]

Purchased a CTEK Battery Sense blue tooth monitor. Uses an app on the phone to check battery charge and temperature. I assume it's ambient temp http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/181.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/182.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/183.jpg


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[Cuppa]

I think you’ll find that the temperature reading is the temperature of the battery. An unexpected rise in temperature whilst the battery is charging can be an indicator of a problem. Battery temp sensors are usually just a lead attached to one of the terminals, so quite feasible that what you have bought can do this. Many of the better chargers have temp sensors attached to the battery in this way, & adjust the charging voltage dependent upon the temperature. This helps to extend battery lifespan.


Out of interest can it tell you how many amps are going in or out at any one time?

[Yeti's Beast]

I think you’ll find that the temperature reading is the temperature of the battery. An unexpected rise in temperature whilst the battery is charging can be an indicator of a problem. Battery temp sensors are usually just a lead attached to one of the terminals, so quite feasible that what you have bought can do this. Many of the better chargers have temp sensors attached to the battery in this way, & adjust the charging voltage dependent upon the temperature. This helps to extend battery lifespan.


Out of interest can it tell you how many amps are going in or out at any one time?

Thanks Cuppa, unfortunately it only shows Volts and temp.
Just did a quick trip to the shops and back and it seems to work http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/184.jpg


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[threedogs]

My cable end protector arrived pretty fast if you ask me.
I had one of these ,but would not like to get hit in the head with it
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/231011324192?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[stevemc181]

Out of interest can it tell you how many amps are going in or out at any one time?

Did I read somewhere Cuppa, that you have a Victron BMV-702 monitor for your batteries? If so, they have a BT dongle that plugs into it now, that will tell you this. This is how I monitor my batteries/solar panels, while sipping a bourbon in my camp chair. It sends the data to my phone. http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VICTRON-VE-DIRECT-BLUETOOTH-DONGLE-WIRELESSLY-MONITOR-YOUR-BMV-OR-MPPT-ON-APP-/281752240958

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[Cuppa]

Did I read somewhere Cuppa, that you have a Victron BMV-702 monitor for your batteries? If so, they have a BT dongle that plugs into it now, that will tell you this.

No Steve, I have a NASA BM1 battery monitor which counts amps in & out & shows real time amps in & out. (Uses a shunt). I wish this sort of phone technology had been available when I installed my set up. It would have far easier & saved me a bit of grief. How does the app calculate SoC? Do you have to input the battery size when setting it up?

[stevemc181]

No Steve, I have a NASA BM1 battery monitor which counts amps in & out & shows real time amps in & out. (Uses a shunt). I wish this sort of phone technology had been available when I installed my set up. It would have far easier & saved me a bit of grief. How does the app calculate SoC? Do you have to input the battery size when setting it up?

My Dual battery loads are connected via a Shunt to the BMV-702 so all loads in and out are measured. I am using a Lifepo4 battery which has around a 99%+ charge efficiency, so it's pretty accurate. The app simply recives the BMV data over bluetooth, so its not calculating anything, just displaying the data remotely. Yes, battery size needs to be input initially.

[Cuppa]

The BMV-702 & app sounds like a good thing!

[Bush Ranger]

A bag of frozen winter veges.

[stevemc181]

The BMV-702 & app sounds like a good thing!

Yep, you'd need the BMV-702, and the VE-Direct BT Dongle, the app is free. Not cheap but Victron gear is top notch. I have the BMV-702 in my pillar pod, but its pretty ugly next to the redarc gauge, so I think I'll move it down the back somewhere and just use the app.

[threedogs]

Just ordered a front Pro-locker. E-lockers are ok but I need a tank
that will hold a bit of air. plus they both do the same thing anyway and leaves me extra $$$ for other projects
Also brought a 3mt x 2mt wall for my awning, keep a bit of weather out if I dont take my camper.
Now to strip the tank out of the other 4x4 been meaning on doing it for months now. Nice big tank
that will allow me to run air tools if I decide to go that way

[Ben-e-boy]

New sump gasket, head gasket and ARP head studs.

[threedogs]

New sump gasket, head gasket and ARP head studs.

sounds like you're doing it once and doing it right,
you must be hanging to crank this motor over.

[bazzaboy]

Picked up a bargain on a Sony 55"HD Smart TV for the spare room. A two week old current model demo. The shop was just starting to move a dozen or so demos to another wall, to fit more in. Sticker price was $1,499 I offered them $950 on the spot and they took it. Full warranty, not a mark on it. Wasn't even shopping for a TV. Right place, right time. The 4wd shows will look good on it.

[jay see]

Haven't brought it yet but will need to get a bottom end bearing kit soon as the oil pressure isn't great, but considering the fact that the engine is pushing 1/2 a million Ks a freshen up is probably due.

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[jay see]

Again not today, but I think we have a thing for blue cars.

My gu
The wifes x5
And my limited R8. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/227.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/228.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/229.jpg

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[dom14]

A cheaper version of GoPro cam that can be fitted to a pushbike helmet, m/bike helmet, handlebar or inside a car.

[michaelgreeny]

Scored a Kaymar rear bar with 2 wheel holders and a extendable work light for $999. All it needs is a little bit of paint and a new bearing and it'll be good as new.

[Mc4by]

Bought a full length alloy roof rack.

[threedogs]

Scored a Kaymar rear bar with 2 wheel holders and a extendable work light for $999. All it needs is a little bit of paint and a new bearing and it'll be good as new.

IF you'll really wanted me to I could get how the strengthen it before you fit it.
It may already be beefed up this was about 7-8yrs ago.
I onlt spoke to hm the other day on another matter

[michaelgreeny]

IF you'll really wanted me to I could get how the strengthen it before you fit it.
It may already be beefed up this was about 7-8yrs ago.
I onlt spoke to hm the other day on another matter

Cheers threedogs but I'm sending it into a mate who is an engineering/sandblaster/powdercoated/everything else to get it looked at, have a dent taken out of it, reinforced and colour coded to my patrol. He's quoted me $300 to get it done...so to get a Kaymar rear bar with 2 wheel carrier and to look as good as new...too good to turn down.
Thanks for the offer though.

[MB]

Not bought today but last week for a desperate jobsite need. Bloody handy for truck mods too! http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/05/253.jpg Absolutely eats SS for breakfast to elongate incorrect holes. "Why is your 'Man Glitter' spikey Daddy"? Be sure to wear safety gear folks if you buy one, 27,000RPM off an 18v battery :-)


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[threedogs]

jaysee very nice looking BMW I was in a similar one at Davids funeral.
A very well thought out and engineered vehicle lucky, lucky bugger at that price

[jay see]

Don't know why @anyone but I don't get these tag notification..

The first one would have been better it had 94,000 Ks and was a 06, but this was the last message I got from the guy trying to get rid of it.

It is complicated as it is a lady name on that loan not my friend . It seem that the loan was taken by the Asian Girl in Sydney . She came to Melb change plate etc and sold it to my friend fir cash then vanished.
As my friend swear that he did not have any finance on it .
Thus what I can ascertain .
I don't understand why Vic road did not have it on their record . It not registered as stolen etc
Some one is not telling the truth.

So we ended up with another blue car. This one sounds better than my r8 really deep. 👍

As good as they are, so far. I can't see all that money when there were new, but it's the wifes drive and she's happy. So am I, I've the clubby. 😎


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[BigRAWesty]

New crank and new deep cycle for the patrol..
Fkn hemorrhaging money atm it seems.
Service next week will be $300..
Not what i wanted 2 weeks out from our big trip.
But at least they are new and one less risk when in the middle of nowhere...

[BigRAWesty]

A cheaper version of GoPro cam that can be fitted to a pushbike helmet, m/bike helmet, handlebar or inside a car.
The kmart ones are a copy of the GP hero 3, so all mounts fit.

[NissanGQ4.2]

Loctite Freeze and Release........ for 20 something bucks a can it better work!

[gaddy]

New shoe's, kumho AT 51s ( 51s are the replacement for the old kl 78s)
And after a lot of shopping around and price negotiating between shops one price was $290 ! Ended up getting them for $190 fitted , gotta love it when there is 6 tyre shops all within a klm of each other ! all set for our next outback adventure in a few months ,

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[BigRAWesty]

Loctite Freeze and Release........ for 20 something bucks a can it better work!
The best release agent ive used.
On par with oxy..

[threedogs]

Brought one of these neatens up the front ,,now to polish the fair lead.
Snake Racing had some very strong and comlex hook up hooks.
Brought one of these rubber units a few years back as it also works as a damper,
wouldnt like to get hit in the head with one ouch!!

[TimE]

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Some flash lights from Australia Direct (http://www.australiandirect.com.au/buy/kickass-premium-led-light-camping-kit/KALKPR), hope they turn up before we head off to the Kimberly in a couple of weeks

[Mc4by]

Picked up a 40 litre Engel with cover and stand from a guy that had no idea what it was worth.
He picked it up at the caravan show 18 months ago and left it in the box until last month and then decided to put some beer in it.
When I went to get it, I could see that money really meant little to him as he overlooked the estuary from his second storey.

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[TimE]

4 X 15mm coil spacers, Panhard bushes, front wheel bearings, AC idler bearing, diff breathers and spare filters. Also paid to have them all fitted, getting ready for our Kimberley trip in a couple of weeks ��

[Cuppa]

Paid $35 to get 6 tyres rotated & re-balanced. Thought that was pretty good value. Thumbs up to Doherty Clark in Sebastopol, Ballarat.

[Yeti's Beast]

Jayco Hawk Outback, pick up tomorrow,2 weeks and we are off , destination unknown


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[Bush Ranger]

Bought a box of vegetable spring rolls to day, as I`m too lazy to make them at the moment.

[bushnbash]

Bought a set (5) of 16' Gu steel rims for $130 7217072171

[bazzaboy]

Bought myself a Dewalt 18v angle grinder.

[bushnbash]

Went and picked up the rims this morning and I ended buying a New set of Solarscreens from him aswell. He was a top guy and I got the lot, rims & solarscreens for $250. He is going to send me a full new set of suckers as well as a family member owns Solarscreen.7217372174

[oncedisturbed]

Ended up breaking the bank bigtime over the weekend with a massive score.

Stumbled across a garage sale near us and it turned out that the elderly gent used to be a canvas maker and leathercrafter and was closing up his business.

Ended up with an insane amount of canvas, vinyl, leather, old school leather tools, hardware and rivers etc and an industrial sewing machine to add to my collection of gear.

Wish I had to coin and space to buy the rest of his gear which included an industrial overlocker, hydraulic press and clicker press and dies


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

[my third 256]

i dont believe you :useless:

[dom14]

i dont believe you :useless:

Yeah, me neither. I would like to see a picture of the spot in the garage where he keep that stuff & the place he hides the keys to the garage. ;)

[dom14]

I didn't buy this today, but arrived here yesterday. It's amazing. I've been able to revive two of my old winter jackets that I was considering using as rags. :D
It cost me an enormous sum of $1 out of my bank balance. Not fair at all. ;)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/172638145933?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

And this. I use this to fix cross threaded bolts, instead of using a die. :D
This also cost me an enormous sum of $2 out of my bank balance. Pretty unfair. ;)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/231765191429?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[Bush Ranger]

Bought just over a Kilo of ocean tiger prawns as they were called for $17.20, $16 per Kilo. Big prawns too I might add and saved four for next time fishing, seeming they`re about the same price at the bait shop per Kilo.

[GQtdauto]

Have conned the missus into putting a duramax into her GU , if I sell my GQ and then her GU is mine , one thing she learned from this trip is you can't have enough power .

[dom14]

A spare argon regulator to see if I can mix my own welding gas. :D
Price is too good to not try. ;)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/352083794380?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[stevemc181]

My custom Stainless Steel water tank arrived, just need to find time to install and plumb it up. This will fit in behind the middle row seats and in front of the drawer system.

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[PeeBee]

What capacity is the tank Steve? I have a ss tank fitted in the same position in my go wagon, 110l and its fitted with level indicator and outlets to both sides. One of the best additions I made.

[stevemc181]

What capacity is the tank Steve? I have a ss tank fitted in the same position in my go wagon, 110l and its fitted with level indicator and outlets to both sides. One of the best additions I made.

It will be about 80 litres, I had it made a bit shorter (800mm) than the full width of the Patrol. so I could leave room for my distribution box and wiring etc in an easily accessible place for my rear mounted Lifepo4 battery. I also have 1/2" outlets on both sides, but will use a Topargee inline meter to let me know exactly how many litres I have left in it. 1/2" breather on top and 1-1/2" filler to make it easy if I need to fill from a container.
I had a 70 litre tank in my last vehicle and loved the ease of use. The last trip in the Patrol was a pain in the ass using Jerry's etc.

[PeeBee]

It will be about 80 litres, I had it made a bit shorter (800mm) than the full width of the Patrol. so I could leave room for my distribution box and wiring etc in an easily accessible place for my rear mounted Lifepo4 battery. I also have 1/2" outlets on both sides, but will use a Topargee inline meter to let me know exactly how many litres I have left in it. 1/2" breather on top and 1-1/2" filler to make it easy if I need to fill from a container.
I had a 70 litre tank in my last vehicle and loved the ease of use. The last trip in the Patrol was a pain in the ass using Jerry's etc.

Currently in discussions with wayne at Topagee regards a fuel consumption system. This measures flow to and from engine, does the subtraction, and gives instantaneous and total fuel usage. Not 100% sure this is enough, would prefer an average plus instant, and then total, but would probably have to move towards a Scintex system for that at greater cost.

[stevemc181]

Currently in discussions with wayne at Topagee regards a fuel consumption system. This measures flow to and from engine, does the subtraction, and gives instantaneous and total fuel usage. Not 100% sure this is enough, would prefer an average plus instant, and then total, but would probably have to move towards a Scintex system for that at greater cost.

I think to get an extremely accurate fuel consumption meter, you will have no choice but to go down the Scintex path. Personally I think it's overkill and won't benefit you much. As you are no doubt aware you need to do your fuel calculations before you are on a trip and then carry the appropriate qty of fuel. The ability to measure your actual fuel usage on the fly really won't matter if you don't have the fuel with you to start with. Better to assume worst case scenario and carry enough fuel to cover this on some shorter similar style trips. You will soon work out what you need to carry to cover the longer trips in similar country and conditions.

[AB]

Bought a 4" aluminum elbow to replace the mild steel one from airbox to turbo.

Noticing surface rust form on inside the pipes.

As much as I can't be bothered stripping the entire IC out for the tenth time I'm going to have to and replace all mild steel with alum!!!

[nissannewby]

Universal pipe kits are cheap these days even universal silicon kits. You could get all new pipe and silicon for under 250.

[MudRunnerTD]

Universal pipe kits are cheap these days even universal silicon kits. You could get all new pipe and silicon for under 250.

Yeah I have purchased one of these kits and it looks like pretty good kit. Just need to decide if I'm going to cut the radiator support now

[AB]

Universal pipe kits are cheap these days even universal silicon kits. You could get all new pipe and silicon for under 250.

Ive just been procrastinating doing this as I wanted to save money and get a good flowing inlet manifold but I can't see that happening for a while.

[Rossco]

Yeah I have purchased one of these kits and it looks like pretty good kit. Just need to decide if I'm going to cut the radiator support now
As in a hole in the front panel or remove that bracket that runs up to the latch in the middle ? . . . Going to try making up some custom thing that goes beteeen the intercooler & air con for mine when it comes to it . . If your deciding between top & front mount go the front 4 sure i reckon. .

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[PeeBee]

I think to get an extremely accurate fuel consumption meter, you will have no choice but to go down the Scintex path. Personally I think it's overkill and won't benefit you much. As you are no doubt aware you need to do your fuel calculations before you are on a trip and then carry the appropriate qty of fuel. The ability to measure your actual fuel usage on the fly really won't matter if you don't have the fuel with you to start with. Better to assume worst case scenario and carry enough fuel to cover this on some shorter similar style trips. You will soon work out what you need to carry to cover the longer trips in similar country and conditions.

The system I am in discussions about is not advertised on their website. It's a highly precise system with totally different style of flowmeters and controllers. My concerns stem from a conversation with the guys in Bunbury who set up these pumps. They told me the consumption on this engine can be as high as 1 lpm!! Can you now see why I might be a little focused on accurate fuel use rates! This is at WOT but still is horrendous. I will see where this lands, but spending 1k in advance on accurate information is better in my mind on a number of fronts and does allow for better planning.

[Winnie]

My 2015 V6 petrol Hilux can use over 99.9L/100km at WOT. Average consumption is around 10.

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[PeeBee]

My 2015 V6 petrol Hilux can use over 99.9L/100km at WOT. Average consumption is around 10.

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Thank you, most helpful!

[dom14]

My 2015 V6 petrol Hilux can use over 99.9L/100km at WOT. Average consumption is around 10.

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1km/1L at WOT? That can't be right!

[Turtle_au]

1km/1L at WOT? That can't be right!
When it's bogged it's doing zero kms 😆

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[Winnie]

1km/1L at WOT? That can't be right!

According to the instant readout on the dash, it is.
Also cruising on the highway it sits at around 8L/100km so it all balances out. It is not very often that you drive at WOT or for very long.

[the evil twin]

snip...It is not very often that you drive at WOT or for very long.

ROFL
Esp in a ZD30... tic, tic, boom
or a 6.5... it would be one big humungus sluuuuuuuurp and then all the fuel she is gone :-)

Seriously tho my CRD used to hit more than 60 instantaneous quite easily at low speed and full welly.
I'm not sure I would want to know the number in my 6.5

[PeeBee]

ROFL
Esp in a ZD30... tic, tic, boom
or a 6.5... it would be one big humungus sluuuuuuuurp and then all the fuel she is gone :-)

Seriously tho my CRD used to hit more than 60 instantaneous quite easily at low speed and full welly.
I'm not sure I would want to know the number in my 6.5

The 1 LPM was for the 6.5 at WOT, but I am selecting a flowmeter with a range of 0.5 to 100lpm to cover the surge. If the flow exceeds the rated flow, it will choke the diesel feed to the engine by whatever the difference is. I can see this happening a bit especially in low range stuff. I tend to dawdle along at less than 2500rpm on the road most of the time. I have been getting pretty good economy, but its highly speculative to be honest as the type of driving changes a lot over a weekend trip, so I dont really know what I am burning thru accurately.

[dom14]

According to the instant readout on the dash, it is.
Also cruising on the highway it sits at around 8L/100km so it all balances out. It is not very often that you drive at WOT or for very long.

12km/1L is also good. It's a diesel I guess?
It comes with a built in flow meter gauge?

[mudski]

Got the Redarc low water sensor thingo today. Not a cheap item but cheaper than a cooked motor so its worth it.

[10G]

My 2015 V6 petrol Hilux can use over 99.9L/100km at WOT. Average consumption is around 10.

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What's a WOT? Is it different to a WTF?

[mudski]

What's a WOT? Is it different to a WTF?

Good. Someone else here doesn't know. Phew!

[Mc4by]

Wide Open Throttle :)

[10G]

Wide Open Throttle :)

Nah, can't be that simple. Maybe Way Off Track?? What's Over There?? We Own Toyotas?? Hahaha.

[the evil twin]

Drive a 6.5 with a WOT and you will have either a WOW or a MOC and a NML warning

WOW - Wide open wallet
MOC - Maxed out card
NML- No money left

[UncleFrosty]

Drive a 6.5 with a WOT and you will have either a WOW or a MOC and a NML warning

WOW - Wide open wallet
MOC - Maxed out card
NML- No money left

Aye, but you will still be smiling because of the FEC.*

*Feel of Eight Cylinders

[PeeBee]

Aye, but you will still be smiling because of the FEC.*

*Feel of Eight Cylinders

or WEG - 'where's everyone gone' as they get covered in soot

[the evil twin]

"Big V8's - doing our bit to help rid the world of Fossil Fuels"

I checked the performance specs on my 6.5 again recently and it is nothing if not consistent at WOT...
0 to 100 unladen - 9 seconds
0 to 100 towing my van - 9 seconds
0 to 100 down Greenmount Hill - 9 seconds
0 to 100 up Greenmount Hill - 9 seconds
Time to consume 1 litre of Diesel - 9 seconds
Time to consume 100 mL of engine oil - 9 seconds
Average time to deposit 1 Kg of soot - 9 seconds
Average time for pedestrians, cyclists, convertibles and Prados to get the $%#@ out of the way - 9/10ths of a second

[bazzaboy]

I bought myself a Magnetic Mic holder.

[10G]

"Big V8's - doing our bit to help rid the world of Fossil Fuels"

I checked the performance specs on my 6.5 again recently and it is nothing if not consistent at WOT...
0 to 100 unladen - 9 seconds
0 to 100 towing my van - 9 seconds
0 to 100 down Greenmount Hill - 9 seconds
0 to 100 up Greenmount Hill - 9 seconds
Time to consume 1 litre of Diesel - 9 seconds
Time to consume 100 mL of engine oil - 9 seconds
Average time to deposit 1 Kg of soot - 9 seconds
Average time for pedestrians, cyclists, convertibles and Prados to get the $%#@ out of the way - 9/10ths of a second

Hahahaha, funny bugger.

This'd be your favourite Beatles track then ...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWmvbxGpra4

[Yeti's Beast]

I bought a new serpentine belt tensioner. Yay [emoji4]


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[Mike02Ti]

Seal kit and bearing for my power steering pump. Will do it over the weekend

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[Mc4by]

ARB front locker.

[Stropp]

Nice new set of 285/75/16 hankook muddies and black rims 👌

[4bye4]

Nice new set of 285/75/16 hankook muddies and black rims 👌

Wanna buy a spare tyre cover??

[Stropp]

Wanna buy a spare tyre cover??

I have two already

[gubigfish]

a tough dog adjustable steering damper

[Cuppa]

Had a late night ebay splurge. :)

We hope to fall into a pattern of using the ‘choofa’ I made from a 9Kg gas bottle for cooking as the norm, rather than using gas - it allows for use of an ‘open’ fire in more places. The price to pay for this is the need to collect firewood to fit the choofa.

Over the past few years I’ve considered the best way to do this.

First I bought a medium size Fiskar axe after being impressed with Threedog’s one at Murray camping weekends. This is good when there is something available to use as a chopping block, but that is not always the case.

Then I thought a cordless reciprocating saw would be a good idea & bought one, but whilst it will do the job I find it a cumbersome & not particularly pleasant tool to use for the task, particularly when the firewood being cut is not still attached to a larger more solid piece of tree. (Good for garden pruning though).

So then I bought an eBay cheapie 10” petrol chainsaw. It is very effective even if it does feel cheap & nasty compared to my larger Stihl. It’s plastic construction isn’t designed to last but it’s good enough for for camp firewood use.... have to carry a container of petrol & the saw leaks chain & bar oil when stored, but worst if kept inside the pod it contaminates the entire inside of the pod with the stink of petrol. Opening a pod door after it’s sat in there for a day the fumes are really strong & I don’t really have anywhere else suitable to carry it so have become reluctant to take it with us.

I had previously discounted cordless chainsaws as too expensive. All my cordless tools are Makita, & I was unwilling to shell out for any tool requiring the purchase of different batteries & charger to what I already have, (I have several 4Ah Makita batteries) particularly as I also want to carry my cordless drill or impact driver. Taking different types of batteries, plus two chargers wasn’t an option. Makita cordless chainsaws are generally priced at $400 upward.


In the early hours of this morning I came across a Melbourne seller selling Makita cordless chainsaws on eBay - they are American imports, almost the same as the model sold here, but with a different USA model number. Only difference is it has a 12” bar instead of a 10” one. Still double what I paid for the petrol cheapie, but at $299 cheap compared to buying an Australian model ....... so “Bugger it” I thought, “why not add yet another item to my collection of firewood gathering white elephants :D” & clicked the ‘Buy it now’ button.
I suspect (& hope) a cordless chainsaw is really what I should have bought in the first place ......... but at least I now have choice! Ha ha.

72287

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Makita-Chainsaw-Cordless-18V-x2-36V-LXT-Li-Ion-XCU02Z-BARE-TOOL/262946232257?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

For folk not already ‘wedded’ to a cordless battery system, I reckon the pick of available cordless chainsaws would be the Stihl 12” model, availablefor $460 plus battery .... not sure of battery cost but I’d guess a total of close to $700.

I’m also under no illusion that a battery operated chainsaw is going to have the power of an equivalent sized petrol version but from what I read they are certainly up to the task of keeping the camp fire fed.

[TPC]

All I have is a fold up hand saw but I don't have to be as precise with the size of my firewood for cooking, just leave it hanging out the back of the plate.

[Cuppa]

All I have is a fold up hand saw but I don't have to be as precise with the size of my firewood for cooking, just leave it hanging out the back of the plate.

Believe me I considered a hand saw, I already have a couple of bow saws, & I looked at a few folding types. If it were for short holidays or weekends away no probs, but for full time daily use - I get enough of that sort of exercise grinding my coffee each day! :) We do also have a hotplate with legs which would require less cutting wood to length, but we need to take either that or the choofer, not both, & the choofer allows for a fire in more places.

[Winnie]

Can you attach your drill to the shaft on your manual coffee grinder?
Mudrunner has one of those manual hand coffee grinders and remember him having a brilliant "A-HA" moment one time we were camping. He came back with his cordless Makita drill happily grinding his coffee away.

[PeeBee]

Cuppa, picked up one of these a couple of weeks ago, then batteries and charger. Reckon they will be fine for quick small wood cuts. Also take the petrol element of out play. Keen to see how long/how much wood can be cut with 2 x 5ah batteries. I have the 10" model which would be fine for small fires I reckon.

[Cuppa]

Can you attach your drill to the shaft on your manual coffee grinder?
Mudrunner has one of those manual hand coffee grinders and remember him having a brilliant "A-HA" moment one time we were camping. He came back with his cordless Makita drill happily grinding his coffee away.


Yup! :biggrin: I have been known to do that with my older Zassenhaus (wooden box with cast iron burrs) grinder. I now have a much smaller Porlex (stainless tubular with ceramic burrs) grinder - not sure if the extra speed would affect the ceramic burrs

[Yeti's Beast]

We picked up an Oz Pig


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[dom14]

I bought some pasta and prepared it like fried noodles. :)
It cost me a dollar. Pretty expensive. ;)

[my third 256]

missus wanted a new lawn mower (cant start the petrol 4 stroke ) i can easily
bought a eco battery jobbie and a blower for her to use
i got a millwakie blower for the work shop
and you guessed it she now likes the smaller millwakie blower

[my third 256]

well the moths have left the wallet
bought a brother colour laser printer the old ink jet was getting clogged all the time

[dom14]

well the moths have left the wallet
bought a brother colour laser printer the old ink jet was getting clogged all the time

Yeah, the color laser printers have never been cheaper, but the cartridges still cost an arm and a leg. :D ;)

[dom14]

missus wanted a new lawn mower (cant start the petrol 4 stroke ) i can easily
bought a eco battery jobbie and a blower for her to use
i got a millwakie blower for the work shop
and you guessed it she now likes the smaller millwakie blower

If the compression is good, then it's a matter of cleaning up the carby in most cases. :)
Give the carby intake a carby cleaner spray and see how it goes.

[Turtle_au]

Yeah, the color laser printers have never been cheaper, but the cartridges still cost an arm and a leg. :D ;)
I always buy a printer with individual colour cartridges, and the cost per page of the cartridges. You always end up spending a hell of a lot more on cartridges then the printer cost.

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[dom14]

I always buy a printer with individual colour cartridges, and the cost per page of the cartridges. You always end up spending a hell of a lot more on cartridges then the printer cost.

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Yeah, laser color cartridges are particularly expensive.

[mudski]

A litre bottle of Jack. Let see if this will ease the pain of piles. Walking like John Wayne was funny for the first day or two....

[nissannewby]

Well I have officially bought a Y62 Ti-L. Now just gotta wait for it to turn up :D

[AB]

Well I have officially bought a Y62 Ti-L. Now just gotta wait for it to turn up :D

Well done and congrats mate!!!

Just in time for the snow trip you little ripper!!!

Can't wait to see it next month!


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[nissannewby]

Well done and congrats mate!!!

Just in time for the snow trip you little ripper!!!

Can't wait to see it next month!


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It did cross my mind. I think I will need quite a few months to get back on top of things. Its a lot of money to spend.

[MB]

A litre bottle of Jack. Let see if this will ease the pain of piles. Walking like John Wayne was funny for the first day or two....
Exactly how are you using that big Jack bottle Mr Mark? May well be the root cause of your issue mate :-)

[TPC]

Exactly how are you using that big Jack bottle Mr Mark? May well be the root cause of your issue mate :-)

Don't ask him to post a photo. :jawdrop:

[AB]

:useless::useless::useless::useless::useless:

[MB]

Don't ask him to post a photo. :jawdrop:
Here's a medical screenshot then ;-)
72330
Just saying 1L of Jack may not help old mate :-)

[mudski]

Exactly how are you using that big Jack bottle Mr Mark? May well be the root cause of your issue mate :-)

In the freezer for 30 minutes then in she goes!

Don't ask him to post a photo. :jawdrop:
I'll have to get Mrs Mudski to get the fish eye lens on the camera. Or maybe the selfie stick? Hahaha!

:useless::useless::useless::useless::useless:

Do you really want me to head over to the pub thread?

[mudski]

Here's a medical screenshot then ;-)
72330
Just saying 1L of Jack may not help old mate :-)

Well i dont binge drink. I "graze" drink, so I'm safe.

[MB]

WTF is a "Selfie Stick" ?

[mudski]

WTF is a "Selfie Stick" ?

Really?.......

[MB]

Yes, Really....?

[AB]

Oh Marky Mark... Sad panda :(


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[MB]

Oh Marky Mark... Sad panda :( Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Like this.....?
72331

[AB]

Like this.....?
72331

Wayyyyyyyyyyy off old mate.

[mudski]

Yes, Really....?

You never saw anyone in any of your China trips nearly knock you out with a phone on a stick?

[MB]

Aah Haa, got it finally!
72332
Good ol Google France :-)

[MB]

You never saw anyone in any of your China trips nearly knock you out with a phone on a stick?
Nah mate, never a phone.....:-)
72333

[Rossco]

WTF is a "Selfie Stick" ?
Here's a couple i sneakily shot @ the 12 apostles. . .

Tourists LOL. . [emoji6] http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/06/294.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/06/295.jpg

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[MB]

Here's a couple i sneakily shot...
https://youtu.be/uTUp4IJ_xqQ
Tourists LOL. . [emoji6] Sent from my SM-T800 using Tapatalk
You're a Scary Skinny Bushman Rossco :-)

[Rossco]

You're a Scary Skinny Bushman Rossco :-)
Damn tourists ! !

Actually when markie said phone on a stick i thought of the wolf ck head on a stick scene. . . That's scary . .

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[MB]

Get back to work Rossco mate!
21 days and counting until your fully dismantled truck needs to be ready for Licola snow trip!!
You should be posting here the likes of; "Today I bought new heater hose lines ;-)

[Rossco]

Get back to work Rossco mate!
21 days and counting until your fully dismantled truck needs to be ready for Licola snow trip!!
You should be posting here the likes of; "Today I bought new heater hose lines ;-)
Yeah see how we go. . .

You seen this ! !

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/06/296.jpg

Bought sum paint. Might head over to patrolapart tomozz to do some shopping. Bonnet sound insulation blanket has come in, sure there's a few other bits to get. Think have most bits tho. . .

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[mudski]

Wow! Looking nice Rossco. Cant wait to see it finished.

[Turtle_au]

A litre bottle of Jack. Let see if this will ease the pain of piles. Walking like John Wayne was funny for the first day or two....
"rubbing alcohol"

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[mudski]

"rubbing alcohol"

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Jesus! Why didn't I think of that? I've been putting in the wrong end all evening.

[bazzaboy]

Bought myself a new inverter .......

[dom14]

Bought myself a new inverter .......

Good one. Pure sine wave is the way to go.
This reminds me of my inverter. I haven't seen it for a while. :)

[my third 256]

If the compression is good, then it's a matter of cleaning up the carby in most cases. :)
Give the carby intake a carby cleaner spray and see how it goes.
i can start it she cant

[my third 256]

Yeah, the color laser printers have never been cheaper, but the cartridges still cost an arm and a leg. :D ;)
generic cost 160 for 4 cartriges and prints 2000 pages per colour

[TPC]

i can start it she cant

How do you get your misses to mow the lawn, mine has never operated a mower.

[dom14]

i can start it she cant

Isn't that good enough? Why does she need to start it? :D ;)

[dom14]

generic cost 160 for 4 cartriges and prints 2000 pages per colour

Not bad, works out as 8 cents per page, but if you use it to print lot of graphics, photos, etc, it will run out in no time.

[Sprock]

Not necessarily today - over the last few weeks ive bought a set of 33" MT51 Kumhos , breather kit for diffs etc & HID inserts for the rallye 4000 driving lights. hardly been on here as work has been insane but we just finished yesterday for about 6 weeks so now ive got a bit of time ....

[PeeBee]

Not necessarily today - over the last few weeks ive bought a set of 33" MT51 Kumhos , breather kit for diffs etc & HID inserts for the rallye 4000 driving lights. hardly been on here as work has been insane but we just finished yesterday for about 6 weeks so now ive got a bit of time ....

What size HID globes did you go for Sprock? I moved away from HID on my driving lights to LED's. The HID are hellishly bright but hard on the power draw I found.

[Sprock]

i'll have to have a look at the packaging mate , I've got 4 Illuminators on the truck , intense flooding of light in the immediate area but want more distance , lots of blokes have 'xray' brand HIDs on their trucks but are having ongoing dramas ,another mate swears by these HID inserts in the Rallye 4000s on all 3 of his trucks so I thought id try them in the lights on the Patrol & see how they go. I'm impressed so ill put those lights on the truck & 2 of the Illuminators on the Patrol . if you google 'HID inserts for rallye 4000 driving lights' they'll come up , they were $115 a pair.

[my third 256]

How do you get your misses to mow the lawn, mine has never operated a mower.
she wanted a battery mower so couldnt get the money out quick enough

[garett]

got some oil filters, might even service the old girl before the snow trip.. i should also sort out some lights and stuff but thats looking like effort.

[Turtle_au]

she wanted a battery mower so couldnt get the money out quick enough
How many mods can you do to the mower, and will it jump start a patrol?

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[Mc4by]

Brand new XTM 12000lb winch for less than half price.
Right place, right time....for once!!

[PeeBee]

Tried out the Makita 36V chainsaw today, pretty impressive little beast. I would put it in the category of 4-5" wood max, dicing up firewood after the bigger stuff has been dragged back to camp, very handy for track clearing up to the bar limitation x 2, which is 10" bar. Running 2 x 5ah batteries, so unsure of life limitations, will buy another pair as a back up. Fits into a very compact carry bag and light to use, really light.723777237872379

[PeeBee]

Bought another couple of batteries for the makita chainsaw.

Went shopping with Mrs PeeBee and bought another cushion.

After a lot of research bought a couple of flowmeters and a totaliser to resolve the fuel consumption on the beast, or at least quantify how much fuel it is gulping

[Sprock]

Not directly Patrol related but I bought 2 bays of pallet racking type shelving for my shed , my god what a ashamable mess it's in . This week I'm going to drag EVERYTHING out on the back lawn & sort it all out . Yes I really am . No im not making this up . It's really going to happen . ( never mind me having a reassuring conversation with myself )

[Plasnart]

Not directly Patrol related but I bought 2 bays of pallet racking type shelving for my shed , my god what a ashamable mess it's in . This week I'm going to drag EVERYTHING out on the back lawn & sort it all out . Yes I really am . No im not making this up . It's really going to happen . ( never mind me having a reassuring conversation with myself )

Haha yeah yeah, I say that to myself every week!

[GQtdauto]

Not directly Patrol related but I bought 2 bays of pallet racking type shelving for my shed , my god what a ashamable mess it's in . This week I'm going to drag EVERYTHING out on the back lawn & sort it all out . Yes I really am . No im not making this up . It's really going to happen . ( never mind me having a reassuring conversation with myself )

I think it is Patrol related because it seems we all have sheds that need pallet racking and a tidy up , any chance you can do mine .

[the evil twin]

snip... Not directly Patrol related but I bought 2 bays of pallet racking type shelving for my shed , my god what a ashamable mess it's in . This week I'm going to drag EVERYTHING out on the back lawn & sort it all out .

Did something similar recently, events unfolded somewhat as follows...

Shed had shit everywhere
Couldn't find 1/2 the things I knew I had 'somewhere'
Spat the chewey and went and bought two bays of shelves, some suitable sized totes and two work benches with double draws.
Emptied shed
Installed racks and benches
Sorted all the gear getting more and more excited over the 'treasures' I found
Put all the gear into appropriate totes/draws/shelves
Spent the next month tossing 90% of the shit around looking for what I wanted and forgotten where its new spot was
Shed now has shit everywhere again but at least I can find 1/2 of it

[GQtdauto]

I can usually find what I want , usually .

[Plasnart]

I can usually find what I want , usually .

When my shed's a complete shit fight i can go straight to anything I want. After I clean it up and it's all neat and tidy I can't find things!

[Touses]

When my shed's a complete shit fight i can go straight to anything I want. After I clean it up and it's all neat and tidy I can't find things!

Same same brother! A tidy shed is the sign of a sick mind!

[GQtdauto]

Perhaps it's time to revisit the show us your shed thread , to see who has the cleanest tidy gayest shed .

[Bush Ranger]

A gay shed is a happy shed.

[Bacho86]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/07/141.jpg

Got delivery of some new tools and bits and pieces.... slowly replacing my crap old stuff and picking up some new toys along the way!!


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[mudski]

Those screw drivers are the best. I've been using these for 15 years and love them.

[GQtdauto]

What's the baby oil for ?

[Bacho86]

Those screw drivers are the best. I've been using these for 15 years and love them.

Yep they looked the goods, plus I couldn't say no at the price - and they'll last me forever!


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[Bacho86]

What's the baby oil for ?

Ahhh.... the greeny looking bottle in the top RH corner? Just hand soap, photo was taken in the kitchen bench lol


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[GQtdauto]

Yeeaaahhh sure it is I believe you honest mistake none of my business .

[MB]

Yeeaaahhh sure it is I believe you honest mistake none of my business .
He whom dealt it smelt it :-) ? Looks like 'Earth Choice' liquid detergent we all reckon ;-)
Great tool kit btw Nath, just invested recently in a KC socket set kit, very impressed too with the new blow molded tuff as cases!

[GQtdauto]

Sorry it's the Clunk in me .

[MB]

Sorry it's the Clunk in me .
You will know once Clunk's got into you they say of old, he's been on best behaviour recently, tread words lightly ;-)

[Sprock]

I think it is Patrol related because it seems we all have sheds that need pallet racking and a tidy up , any chance you can do mine .

I'm concerned by the distance between you & reality mate haha if I could post pics on here & show you the state my sheds in you will understand there's no hope in hell of me doing anyone else's , it's a 6x9 shed & I can literally get about 3' in the door & that's it . What an abomination 😩

[Sprock]

Did something similar recently, events unfolded somewhat as follows...

Shed had shit everywhere
Couldn't find 1/2 the things I knew I had 'somewhere'
Spat the chewey and went and bought two bays of shelves, some suitable sized totes and two work benches with double draws.
Emptied shed
Installed racks and benches
Sorted all the gear getting more and more excited over the 'treasures' I found
Put all the gear into appropriate totes/draws/shelves
Spent the next month tossing 90% of the shit around looking for what I wanted and forgotten where its new spot was
Shed now has shit everywhere again but at least I can find 1/2 of it

BAHAHAHHAHA 😝😂 Pisa mate

[Bush Ranger]

Hot dog rolls and found out they were Franks.

[GQtdauto]

Going to have to have a clean up and throw away session soon to make it easier when I sell the joint , hoarding shit loads of shit and some good stuff I'm never going to need .
CV shafts for the GQ for instance, I have an auto so not much chance of smashing one .
Radiator from the GU , was replaced because of overheating issues but that wasn't the problem .
Electric side mirrors for the GQ , I put Silverado mirrors on it .
That's just some of the automotive junk / treasure .

[Winnie]

Those GQ eleccy mirrors are worth a bomb if you've had a look on the net.

[GQtdauto]

Those GQ eleccy mirrors are worth a bomb if you've had a look on the net.

Yeah I know , just have to make up my mind if I leave the Silverado mirrors on when I sell it or take them off and adapt to the GU when I have the Duramax put in .

[Sprock]

GQtdauto is the GU radiator any good ? I'll give you a box of stubbies for it if you're throwing it away ? That is of course if you don't live in WA or Arnhem land

[GQtdauto]

Yours and no I don't live in WA , Victoriastan same as you .
Was nothing wrong with the radiator , it was in the GU when we bought it but owner wanted to put a new one in because of overheating issues when pulling the van , missus wanted a quick buy so he put a natrad radiator in the back and I told him I would fit it .
After fitting it heating issues remained I just learned what gear to be in on hills and leave OD off .
Put it in the natrad box for protection but haven't opened it for two years I'll make sure no damage .
I'm near Glenrowan but may have to make a trip to the big smoke to get a warranty claim done on the camper trailer although I'm fighting to get it done local .

[Touses]

Hot dog rolls and found out they were Franks.

Man, Frank is gonna be so pissed at you!!!

[Sprock]

Cool mate , you coming to Licola trip ? You could come in through Jamieson & up over Skeen 👍🏼 I've got a couple of mates that live in & around Glenrowan so we'll work something out , thanks again .

[mudski]

Yours and no I don't live in WA , Victoriastan same as you .
Was nothing wrong with the radiator , it was in the GU when we bought it but owner wanted to put a new one in because of overheating issues when pulling the van , missus wanted a quick buy so he put a natrad radiator in the back and I told him I would fit it .
After fitting it heating issues remained I just learned what gear to be in on hills and leave OD off .
Put it in the natrad box for protection but haven't opened it for two years I'll make sure no damage .
I'm near Glenrowan but may have to make a trip to the big smoke to get a warranty claim done on the camper trailer although I'm fighting to get it done local .
Who's camper is it you brought?

[GQtdauto]

Opus , last years model , it handled all the tracks around the corner country and lots of very bad corrigations, bulldust holes and unexpected washaway dips with ease so it's certainly a tough unit , even took it into Wonnangatta.
I'm sure it does have ability to adjust for toe in out but don't want to drive all the way up there to get it checked out because I'm sure when bought they said I could get stuff done locally , must give them a call because they've been slack with the reply .

[GQtdauto]

Cool mate , you coming to Licola trip ? You could come in through Jamieson & up over Skeen 👍🏼 I've got a couple of mates that live in & around Glenrowan so we'll work something out , thanks again .

Sent you a pm sprock .

[redrat]

RHS Brake Disk and Pads from Patrolapart. Existing from previous owner is the wrong size for the GU. Now just looking for a Brake cylinder, Indicator and set of wheels.

[stevemc181]

I swapped a couple of old CV shafts to suit a Gen 4 Pajero for this 60 litre fuel tank: I've had the CV shafts sitting in the shed for a couple of years, so good to see them turn into something I can use.
This will come in handy for my upcoming Madigan Line trip. I'd prefer to have long range tanks fitted, but don't have the cash at the moment so this 60 litre tank behind the passenger seat and 3 jerry's should cover it. (2 on the roof and one in the cabin.)


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[bazzaboy]

I bought a couple of magnetic mounts to fit onto a couple of spare LED lights. Will make a handy set of magnetic work lights. Handy if you need to be under the bonnet at night or for camping.

[bushnbash]

I ordered a Clearview es-220 Plus.

[GQtdauto]

Instead of giving me a slab for the radiator how about you chuck a slab on the table at Licola for whoever turns up to have a drink .

[DX grunt]

Got some more rubber for my ute. Went for the 265/75Rx16 BFG KO2 A/T.

Got them from my local Tyres and More, on catalogue special for $329 a corner. That's pretty good, coz I got them 2 years ago for $330 a corner. Also got 2 new 16x8 White spoke Nissan rims to replace the 2nd hand ones I was given.

Will work out the K's I got from my last lot, over the weekend. I suspect it will be around 50-55k, coz I travel with 2 spares, 180lts fuel,120lts of water and my recovery gear, on most trips.

Rossco

[Sprock]

Instead of giving me a slab for the radiator how about you chuck a slab on the table at Licola for whoever turns up to have a drink .

No dramas mate , I typed a reply to your pm but obviously forgot to press send in my (allegedly) drunken state 😬

[bushnbash]

Went to the Gold Coast Mid Year Caravan & Camping Expo and got a set of Treds for $139.

[PeeBee]

Donaldson Pre filter, 4" to suit new snorkle, rated 660CFM airflow, so will go well with the chev. Also purchased 4" ram head, donaldson as well

[nissannewby]

Just use the ram head....

[PeeBee]

Just use the ram head....

On what validated basis?

[nissannewby]

660 Cfm isnt enough for a 6.5 turbo chev. They also by design can remove the heavier dust particles just as they do with water removal. A ram head coupled with a high volume airbox will see performance gains both in response and overall figures. Thus equating to a minor advantage for fuel consumption.

Among other things.

[PeeBee]

660 Cfm isnt enough for a 6.5 turbo chev. They also by design can remove the heavier dust particles just as they do with water removal. A ram head coupled with a high volume airbox will see performance gains both in response and overall figures. Thus equating to a minor advantage for fuel consumption.

Among other things.

Mine is naturally aspirated and this rating is satisfactory, There simply is not a lot bigger in capacity within the same footprint. - happy to be corrected. I am yet to see how a cyclonic reduction of dust particles, which means an extension of filter life and extended efficiency can be achieved by a ram head which of course it can't and I understand you are not saying that, simply by removal of circa 70% incoming dust load equates to greater 'breathability'. I have clogged a standard brand new filter in a single day driving in dusty conditions without the cyclonic precleaner. Simply removing the dust load is the key. Taking 70% of that dust laod away is an advantage.

. Sorry, I have extensive design and application experience with engine air filtration within the heavy haulage arena, including high dust loads for near static plant, so a cyclonic separator is best for me in slow moving conditions. I use a RAM head for convenience only, as the Donaldson is not that resistant to branches in the scrub as I have found twice ( its a big tree catching plastic tub). The fitter box fitted to this engine is as big as can fit, so its a simple matter of working with what is avail. I have looked at higher cloth areas within the same cartridge footprint, but this is it. At the end of the day its all about air to cloth ratio and filtration efficiency. This is my focus as it bwill improve economy and ultimately reduce the amount of solids into the engine.

Its interesting that few/none of the vehicle manufacturers offer a factory fit ram head, or at least I have not seen one. I know land rover and toyota offer a semi cyclonic pre filter on their snorkels from memory. There may be pressure loading figures floating around and performance gains implied and even experienced by ram head users, however I am not buying into whether the ram head works better or achieves a better outcome, simply that I have defined my application based on experience. You may well have different views and I am happy to listen to them as long as they can be validated.

[nissannewby]

Its all good purely a suggestion. I also have experience in the field of filtration although from a differing perspective. Heavy non-highway equipment use the cyclonic method with the use of many conical venturi. They also employ dust extraction utilising the exhaust system.

For what its worth we have data logged data and using manufacturers supplied compressor and turbine maps can see that the use of a ram head on a high output turbo td42 gains us 15% in efficiency of the turbo this equates to the turbo actually working less to produce the same volume.

[PeeBee]

Its all good purely a suggestion. I also have experience in the field of filtration although from a differing perspective. Heavy non-highway equipment use the cyclonic method with the use of many conical venturi. They also employ dust extraction utilising the exhaust system.

For what its worth we have data logged data and using manufacturers supplied compressor and turbine maps can see that the use of a ram head on a high output turbo td42 gains us 15% in efficiency of the turbo this equates to the turbo actually working less to produce the same volume.

Thanks for the reply, very interesting for sure. Regards -

"For what its worth we have data logged data and using manufacturers supplied compressor and turbine maps can see that the use of a ram head on a high output turbo td42 gains us 15% in efficiency of the turbo this equates to the turbo actually working less to produce the same volume."

Under what circumstances are the gains achieved? Is this at speed or static? At the end of the day the ram head is simply a cowl and its design efficiency has limitations when static- I am guessing these gains would be with the vehicle moving across a range of speeds?

[nissannewby]

Its while being driven etc. You simply dont have the load to make the turbo work to its ability static. Most people drive their patrols ;p

[PeeBee]

Its while being driven etc. You simply dont have the load to make the turbo work to its ability static. Most people drive their patrols ;p

Yes, clever response, I was trying to enquire if the data logged was on a dyno or actually driving and logged over time - my mistake. I did some work in a diesel engine powered power station utilising of all things the dreaded 6.5 chev diesel engine x 12 units but these were turbo charged and we also data logged these engines across a wide band of criteria, hence why i asked. They were load controlled via electrical demand on the generators, hence would operate over a medium band of revs.

[MB]

Good ol Bunnings attacked my M/C again tonight :-( Picked up a 9m mini hose reel and a 240v digital auto inflator/deflator to run through the old utes inverter. Sure hope this latest lazy wacky idea works :-) http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/42.jpg


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[GQtdauto]

Good ol Bunnings attacked my M/C again tonight :-( Picked up a 9m mini hose reel and a 240v digital auto inflator/deflator to run through the old utes inverter. Sure hope this latest lazy wacky idea works :-) http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/42.jpg


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Must check them out , how much they set you back MB ?

[Softy]

Just wondering.. If anyone has a link to the thread or who do i speak to about buying a forum sticker for my car?

[TPC]

Just wondering.. If anyone has a link to the thread or who do i speak to about buying a forum sticker for my car?

taslucas used to do them, not sure if he still has any.

[MB]

Must check them out , how much they set you back MB ?

A little cheaper on work discount trade card swipe first.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

Not so much lazy to be honest, my knees are work years shot and would rather stand enjoying the views in peace before tracks departure/arrival ;-)

[MB]

Whoops, here's the second link:

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-9m-x-8mm-retractable-air-hose-and-reel_p6270691

[TPC]

A little cheaper on work discount trade card swipe first.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

Not so much lazy to be honest, my knees are work years shot and would rather stand enjoying the views in peace before tracks departure/arrival ;-)

You have 2 links to the same thing.

[MB]

Give me 1 minute above, lol :-)

[TPC]

Give me 1 minute above, lol :-)

I hate that, you were too quick and make my comment look stupid. I type way too slow.

[Softy]

Bump.. Seems Clunk has been whoring like a mad man lol

[Clunk]

Just wondering.. If anyone has a link to the thread or who do i speak to about buying a forum sticker for my car?

taslucas no longer does them but I believe he gave what stock he had to AB so if he's got any left you might be in luck

[Clunk]

Bump.. Seems Clunk has been whoring like a mad man lolThe night is still young ;)

[TPC]

The night is still young ;)

Is that a record for the most introductions in one go?

[Clunk]

Is that a record for the most introductions in one go?Far from it...... 6 pages for me, but Patch did six months worth a few years back

[TPC]

Far from it...... 6 pages for me, but Patch did six months worth a few years back

You do know you already have your 25,000 posts so you can download the manuals now.

[Clunk]

You do know you already have your 25,000 posts so you can download the manuals now.Oh I think a 1000 copies is quite enought

[GQtdauto]

You have 2 links to the same thing.

Thanks for that MB , doesn't say what pressure the hose will handle , brother in law bought one similar price and it blew the hose at 100 psi , not sure what brand but ended up with a nearly $200 one from an industrial retail joint .
I'm after the auto inflate unit to fit in the back of the GQ , it is pricey but less interruptions when your having a can or two waiting for the tyres to pump up .

[Winnie]

Thanks for that MB , doesn't say what pressure the hose will handle , brother in law bought one similar price and it blew the hose at 100 psi , not sure what brand but ended up with a nearly $200 one from an industrial retail joint .
I'm after the auto inflate unit to fit in the back of the GQ , it is pricey but less interruptions when your having a can or two waiting for the tyres to pump up .And you can't put a price on beer time!

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[MB]

Thanks for that MB , doesn't say what pressure the hose will handle , brother in law bought one similar price and it blew the hose at 100 psi , not sure what brand but ended up with a nearly $200 one from an industrial retail joint . I'm after the auto inflate unit to fit in the back of the GQ , it is pricey but less interruptions when your having a can or two waiting for the tyres to pump up .
It reckons on the spec sheet 170psi but time will tell :-)
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I'm a little worried about it being a cheapo retractor spring inside too as it'll get used quite a bit on our block also. Here's hoping for a few years on the reel at least as mounting them both indoors inside the extra cab.

[GQtdauto]

The one the brother in law bought was a SCA unit , I was almost going to buy one of those proxy air dragon pumps they advertise on tv and remove the electrics and chuck away the rest but after seeing that unit I will put it on the list for the cape trip next year .
Don't think I have the room for the hose reel unfortunately but want the auto inflator unit .

[Hodge]

Went and bought filters all 'round, oils, etc... Few 12V gadgets! First $ spent on her in a couple of months.

[MB]

......Don't think I have the room for the hose reel unfortunately but want the auto inflator unit .
Quick tests on the new toy, quite happy in the end, now to find some time to install it all :-)
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Deflation test video:
https://youtu.be/i7CGMYmN9qQ
Inflation test video:
https://youtu.be/FqSqq69jtWk
(Apologies the first video came out sideways :-( )

[GQtdauto]

Quick tests on the new toy, quite happy in the end, now to find some time to install it all :-)
72771
Deflation test video:
https://youtu.be/i7CGMYmN9qQ
Inflation test video:
https://youtu.be/FqSqq69jtWk
(Apologies the first video came out sideways :-( )

Just what the lazy man who has everything needs for Christmas , thanks for the video mate , I reckon it's the ducks nuts .
Set and forget , when it beeps you're done next tyre , what's not to like .

[Winnie]

How would you go making a small manifold with 4 outlets, hooked up to each tyre and pumping all 4 up at once?

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[MB]

Only drama I believe Winnie mate would be connecting and disconnecting all 4 in under 0.5 seconds before tyres all deflate if I'm thinking correctly?

[Winnie]

Have a tap on the main line and close it while you're connecting up, then close it off once finished?

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[MB]

AhHa, a tap, derr MB, good idea mate ;-)

[UncleFrosty]

Use female Nitto fittings on the manifold to hold pressure whilst connecting. Also means you won't need plugs for outlets not being used.

[sooty_10]

A little cheaper on work discount trade card swipe first.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

https://www.bunnings.com.au/jflex-digital-wall-mount-tyre-inflator_p6270770

Not so much lazy to be honest, my knees are work years shot and would rather stand enjoying the views in peace before tracks departure/arrival ;-)
This looks damn interesting. If only it would work with 12v input :( does it have 2 preset pressures? An offroad and onroad pressure setting without having to manually go up and down every time?
Pull up plug it on and it airs down then when your done plug it back on and it auto airs up.

Can you add a hose line to the deflation vent? I have a wagon would be good if you could externally vent it, more for the noise etc.

Something like this would be mint with an endless air system.

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[GQtdauto]

This looks damn interesting. If only it would work with 12v input :( does it have 2 preset pressures? An offroad and onroad pressure setting without having to manually go up and down every time?
Pull up plug it on and it airs down then when your done plug it back on and it auto airs up.

Can you add a hose line to the deflation vent? I have a wagon would be good if you could externally vent it, more for the noise etc.

Something like this would be mint with an endless air system.

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Ok if you have the inverter on board but a lot of us do nowadays, wonder if it's 240 in but reduced to 12 volt like a lot of electronics.

[MB]

I'll have to take another look at it tomorrow for ya gents, snuck out of a birthday dinner restaurant here :-)

[MB]

Use female Nitto fittings on the manifold to hold pressure whilst connecting. Also means you won't need plugs for outlets not being used.
Top idea UncleFrosty mate. I do now remember reading on here somewhere of blokes using those fittings, specifically 4 of them one nearest each tyre for only short hookup hoses needed.
I also just realised that it is the old screw on 'open' type inflators that was my concern. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/50.jpg
The push/click on ones wouldn't let air out of the others awaiting connection I believe. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/51.jpg


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[MB]

This looks damn interesting. If only it would work with 12v input :( does it have 2 preset pressures? An offroad and onroad pressure setting without having to manually go up and down every time?
Pull up plug it on and it airs down then when your done plug it back on and it auto airs up.

Can you add a hose line to the deflation vent? I have a wagon would be good if you could externally vent it, more for the noise etc.

Something like this would be mint with an endless air system.

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G'day Sooty mate, yes it does apparently have 2 x preset pressure buttons. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/52.jpg
The exhaust vent may be a little tricky to connect a hose to external though but I'm sure someone can help us figure it out mate. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/53.jpg


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[MB]

Ok if you have the inverter on board but a lot of us do nowadays, wonder if it's 240 in but reduced to 12 volt like a lot of electronics.
Can't seem to find anywhere what internal power it uses Rob. Seems to only need 10watts though. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/54.jpg I'm thinking if I pull it apart for a picture might void my warranty and calibration certificate :-( http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/55.jpg


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[GQtdauto]

Yeah probably best not to pull the cover off MB but thanks , I do have an inverter set up so will wait and see how you hook yours up .

[MB]

For my current needs gents think I'll just stick with the single hose reel for now. I generally run an extra 2psi in my utes rears so a cool level all function would hinder that for me. Time wise I'm thinking my compressor will only do what it can do too. Connecting up four small hoses for us I imagine would take as much time I think as shifting the one main hose four times. Would be pretty cool though being able to say pack up camp away from the truck whilst all four inflate simultaneously:-)

[Winnie]

For my current needs gents think I'll just stick with the single hose reel for now. I generally run an extra 2psi in my utes rears so a cool level all function would hinder that for me. Time wise I'm thinking my compressor will only do what it can do too. Connecting up four small hoses for us I imagine would take as much time I think as shifting the one main hose four times. Would be pretty cool though being able to say pack up camp away from the truck whilst all four inflate simultaneously:-)You'd certainly get some jealous campers eyeing you off!

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[sooty_10]

Cheers @MB. I need to get off my arse and install an air tank and endless compressor. Then I can worry about these sort of luxuries. :) looks good though.

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[stevemc181]

This looks damn interesting. If only it would work with 12v input :( does it have 2 preset pressures? An offroad and onroad pressure setting without having to manually go up and down every time?
Pull up plug it on and it airs down then when your done plug it back on and it auto airs up.

Can you add a hose line to the deflation vent? I have a wagon would be good if you could externally vent it, more for the noise etc.

Something like this would be mint with an endless air system.

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You can buy an auto inflator to suit 12 volt compressors from pressure perfect for $375! https://www.ruggedgroup.com.au/pressure-perfect/ A bit more than I am willing to pay, but I would think these will be pretty common place in a year or two.

[MB]

Most welcome Sooty mate! I have heard great things of the Endless Air Compressors http://www.endlessair.com.au/ . My ARB Twin and 20L tank also do a pretty good job offroad and around the property, quite happy. Apparently an air tank can be used for many other recreational pass times too, albeit illegal in Australia but fun to watch :-)
https://youtu.be/jLfD1AFsb1I

[MB]

You can buy an auto inflator to suit 12 volt compressors from pressure perfect for $375! https://www.ruggedgroup.com.au/pressure-perfect/ A bit more than I am willing to pay, but I would think these will be pretty common place in a year or two.
That looks 'perfect' Steve mate, problem solved for 12v hookup. Seems they have multiple tyre connection hoses for sale too :-)

[GQtdauto]

Most welcome Sooty mate! I have heard great things of the Endless Air Compressors http://www.endlessair.com.au/ . My ARB Twin and 20L tank also do a pretty good job offroad and around the property, quite happy. Apparently an air tank can be used for many other recreational pass times too, albeit illegal in Australia but fun to watch :-)
https://youtu.be/jLfD1AFsb1I

That was hilarious .

[PeeBee]

Most welcome Sooty mate! I have heard great things of the Endless Air Compressors http://www.endlessair.com.au/ . My ARB Twin and 20L tank also do a pretty good job offroad and around the property, quite happy. Apparently an air tank can be used for many other recreational pass times too, albeit illegal in Australia but fun to watch :-)
https://youtu.be/jLfD1AFsb1I

why would these be any more illegal than any other air horn? Is it the tone recognition, ie is this a statutory horn tone for freight trains? I can see them being a traffic infringement item if you are pissing around with them like these clowns, which is funny as, but a replacement to a standard horn - unsure if it would attract an ADR infringement notice. Ebay here I come.

[PeeBee]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LOUD-4-TRUMPET-BLACK-TRAIN-HORN-SOUND-AIR-HORN-WITH-AIR-HOSE-AIR-VALVE-SOLENOID-/201983437331?hash=item2f0726aa13:g:V24AAOSwpINZY9h i

Perfect to compliment the tranquility of the aussie bush at 5am!

[MB]

I believe it's the 'Heart Foundation' mate!
If you had of seen Plasnart's under bonnet shock from the Patrol firetruck elecy horn joke at AB's donk party would have near killed the poor bloke with train-air jobbies :-(

[GQtdauto]

I've got an old Klaxton horn that I used to scare the piss out of certain people when I was younger , won't fit under the bonnet of the GQ though .

[PeeBee]

I acquired an old police siren from the way old days - the style that used to sit in the middle of the bonnet, was on the old 'Homicide' televison series. They draw about 30amps from memory, take a couple of seconds to wind up then its very very noisy. but they take the same time to wind down. Heavy, probably 7kg at a guess. Have not found a spot for it yet.

[MB]

Heavy, probably 7kg at a guess. Have not found a spot for it yet.
Damn you engineers overthink stuff :-( If these blokes can do it, we all can find a way :-)
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[AB]

Damn it!!!

I got excited and just bought my first swag!

Can't believe after all these years and never owned a swag!!!


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[Rossco]

Damn it!!!

I got excited and just bought my first swag!

Can't believe after all these years and never owned a swag!!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYeah nice, same took me a while, they are brilliant tho. . . What did you get ? . .

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[AB]

Just the usual big daddy deluxe. This will be good for daddy daughter camps too with ease!


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[TPC]

Just the usual big daddy deluxe. This will be good for daddy daughter camps too with ease!


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What have you been doing for overnighters previously?

[Rossco]

Super sucker [emoji6] ? . . .

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[AB]

What have you been doing for overnighters previously?

I was sleeping in the car and now have the rv5 which is awesome but just not practical for quick trips and definitely not practical in snow.


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[AB]

Super sucker [emoji6] ? . . .

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Another one bites the dust :(


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[PeeBee]

I was sleeping in the car and now have the rv5 which is awesome but just not practical for quick trips and definitely not practical in snow.


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Agree, hopeless in snow, not designed for it. Last years snow trip had one collapse at 2am in a howling blizzard and with 30cm snow on the roof, snapped poles on both sides, not covered by warranty. Guy was not happy but its not a 4 seasons tent.

[AB]

Yeah the rv5 is a wonderful tent but I agree, the frame is definitely vulnerable. I camped with crazy winds one night and the frame was very close to bending on winds hitting the side. If it wasn't for the tie downs it would've folded in half for sure.

Any excessive weight on top would crumble it.


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[MudRunnerTD]

Damn it!!!

I got excited and just bought my first swag!

Can't believe after all these years and never owned a swag!!!


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What a great idea.............