Figjam's Portal, Duramax, Extracab GU build

[Figjam]

Hi All
I have had this build in process for a few months now. It has taken a long long time to gain licensing pre-approval for this project but we are there now :Yahoo!:.

The rough outline is:
2008 GU coil cab chassis with 30,000Km starting point.
Extra Cab conversion
Duramax stage oneish (800hp) build by Socal and PID
Allison 6sp stage 5 (1000hp) build via PID
PTO & hydraulic system
Portal axles with all the fruit VIA Mark's Adaptors
Arctic front flares

Current status is
Stripped 95%
Axles are only just on their way to Mark's now we have approval
Engine waiting final stages of completion and dyno USA
Transmission and most accessories are here
Trial fit of transmission and dummy engine (loaned by PID) underway

Here is what I started out with
44195
44196

Stripping
44197
44198

Cutting
44199
44200

[FNQGU]

Awesome! Keep it coming...

What is the aim of this conversion? Awesome tourer? Pod on the back? Work Truck or what?

[Clunk]

Awesome! Keep it coming...

What is the aim of this conversion? Awesome tourer? Pod on the back? Work Truck or what?

Because he can lol

[growler2058]

Man this'll be awesome look forward to the build

[gunzmcghie]

This thing will be a beast. Very cool

[Stropp]

Look forward to seeing more of the build Ewan :)

[Avo]

you'll be able to drive through the dunes down here next time and not have to go over them...sounds awesome.

[Alitis007]

Sounds like its going to be epic! I rekon there'll be tons of people following this thread with anticipation!!

[BigRAWesty]

Nice one. What a build.

But I see the fuel tank though is a pita.. Would it not have been easier just to make a custom one so it didn't intrude on the cab space?

[Figjam]

Thank you for the positive comments

The aims of the conversion are:
Demonstrate what can legally be achieved and promote the vehicle as an emergency response vehicle for rail and emergency services.
Build a fun vehicle that can haul ass at the drags, play well offroad, cross a desert or tow a caravan. Five tunes from economy to wild are available on the fly at a touch of a button to enable this.

For the extra cab, the auxilliary fuel tank is factory and yes a pita. I didn't want to lose it though.
We have set the ledge up inside to permanently fit a small fridge and some storage shelves.
My wife gets uncomfortable travelling so the idea was to be able to recline the seat further. I pulled out some Recaros which Stropp is now using and they will most liklely be replaced with Stratos suspension seats.

Here is a shot of the engine 3lt CRD and 5sp manual harnesses
44227

This is the aftermath in the cabin :-/
44228

[rusty_nail]

wow i really love this idea. nissan surely should have done a few more options in the patrol ute shape, the single cab is just too limiting and there are so many people who has done amazing things with wagon chops and downsizing for dual cabs. i really like your idea of upsizing!

was the car a write off when you bought it? it really has alot of corrosion in the cabin?

[Figjam]

No rust anywhere. Just a layer of the Pilbara's finest red stuff.
it even had one of those electronic rust inhibitors fitted.

[BigRAWesty]

No rust anywhere. Just a layer of the Pilbara's finest red stuff.
it even had one of those electronic rust inhibitors fitted.

Was it the zinc blocks or the wiring system??
I know the zinc blocks work in the marine world but have always been unsure for the auto world

[threedogs]

Could this be the ultimate Nissan Patrol ,they way Nissan should have produced them, lol

[Craig.td42]

Look Forward to watching this one coming to life!!

Cheers

Craig

[Figjam]

It has been a while since I posted as I am waiting for the final key components (engine and portal assemblies)

The engine was dyno'd at last in the US overnight :clapping:

46509
46510
46511

[threedogs]

This is something you would showcase at SEMMA

[Trypt]

those figures imperial? hp and ft.lbs?
very impressive motor mate would be insane with the allison behind it.

[macca]

What a freakin weapon, a budget blower for me. But how much would I like mine setup like yours. :icon_driving:

[Figjam]

HP & FT/LB
About 670 KW & 1840 NM
It will put Marks Adaptors redesigned portals to the test
Will have five tunes from economy upward for some more sensible driving

[MEGOMONSTER]

HP & FT/LB About 670 KW & 1840 NM It will put Marks Adaptors redesigned portals to the test Will have five tunes from economy upward for some more sensible driving Those figures are insane.
I wonder what my engine would show.


46583

Lol

[Figjam]

I can't take any credit
Heath from PID and SoCal in the USA put the package together.
Heath is putting together a similar unit to that Banks engine

[Jordo]

That's an incredible engine Figjam. Very nice rig.

I'm jealous. I'd love to win Tatts to get that in my rig. I'll be putting this in my favourites and watching eagerly for updated.

[Figjam]

Here are a few YouTube links to my engine dyno
Turns out they put another tune in giving 2153nm :-)

Hopefully engine and portals will be on their way to WA next week

Tune 5 940HP 2153NM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_v2Tp-lWZo&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A
Tune 4 910 HP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW5aheKoDZg&index=2&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A
Tune 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI3lUEOeaA0&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A&index=3

[FNQGU]

You sure are aiming high with this beast.

[Figjam]

Made some progress this week with chassis paint, wheels and tyres and installation of axles. This is a trial fit of the cab to check guard and flare requirements.
No springs in place yet so sitting on bump stops.

48116

48117

48118

[Clunk]

one word.......... awesome

[93patrol]

Fully sick

[Stropp]

Wowee Ewan that looks the goods, when are we doing mine??

[krbrooking]

This is going to one unstoppable weapon. If you can get traction. Sent from me using Forum Runner

[threedogs]

As Peter Griffith would say ,,,,,,,it's ,,,,,,,,, awesome

Is the chassis painted with POR15 or a two pac of any kind
are you welding any plates on the rear of chassis for strength

[Figjam]

Chassis is primed and poly-urethaned.
Rear shock mounts have already been braced and a bolt on tower brace (still to go back on) from previous owner.
I think I will have to shave the top chassis rails to clear the larger than stock exhaust manifolds. (Don't buy an engine off SoCal. Will be at least nine months from order. Not happy Jan)

Next week I will measure up and order two sets of Arctic flares, one to fit and a spare replacement set :-/
Trial fit drivetrain to check that my PTO will clear front driveshaft on full up travel. Assuming it is OK we will cut out floor to suit. Portal to sump clearance check as well.

[MEGOMONSTER]

Here are a few YouTube links to my engine dyno Turns out they put another tune in giving 2153nm :-) Hopefully engine and portals will be on their way to WA next week Tune 5 940HP 2153NM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_v2Tp-lWZo&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A Tune 4 910 HP http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW5aheKoDZg&index=2&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A Tune 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI3lUEOeaA0&list=UUV6Kphz6imzjrc9kM2sCV6A&index=3
Told a couple of work mates about this engine.
I told them 900hp and over 2gs nm but they would believe me.
For the life if me I couldn't remember who's thread it was and where I saw it.
After probably 2weeks of thinking about it it came to me, found you thread and proved it.
All I got out of them was " faaaaaaaaaaaaark, faaaaaaaaaaaaark, faaaaaaaaaaark". Lol
Thx.

[macca]

Do you have an update on your build?

[Stropp]

Do you have an update on your build?

ewan is currently away with work macca.

[Figjam]

Yes I have been away for a few weeks.
I did get to go for a 4wd in the Dubai dunes thanks to the amazing hospitality of Bulbous from Patrol 4x4 forum.
As always, progress has been slower than I would like but some has been made.
The wheels and portals have been installed so we are back to a rolling chassis again.

The dummy engine was installed. We found that the sump fouled on the braced diff housing on full compression and the larger exhaust manifolds also fouled on the chassis rails.
So time for some more mods :1087:

Climax Industries have replaced the engine mounts to raise engine to maximum height available. Exhaust now clears without chassis modifications and we havent had to reduce bump stop height very much.
Because we were already messing around Climax Industries are fitting hydraulic front bump stops, custom suspension mounts, custom springs and shocks, custom chassis torsion bar etc.

Once the suspension mods are completed, the new engine will be installed. The exhaust system will then be designed and installed. The cab will be cut and shut to suit and then we can begin the plumbing and wiring process.

Two sets (incase I damage them) of 35" front Arctic Flares are on their journey to Australia now as well

50056
50057
50058
50059
50060
50061

[NissanGQ4.2]

I did get to go for a 4wd in the Dubai dunes thanks to the amazing hospitality of Bulbous from Patrol 4x4 forum.

And here as well! *L*

Looking good, keep the pics and write ups coming :)

[Stropp]

hi mate, im just in awe of this creation, i have been lucky enough to see the progress and it gives me a stiffy whenever i see it, and that is a difficult thing at my age lol :)

[Figjam]

hi mate, im just in awe of this creation, i have been lucky enough to see the progress and it gives me a stiffy whenever i see it, and that is a difficult thing at my age lol :)

No budgie smugglers for you then Stropp when we take it on a camping trip :animierte-smilies-f

[macca]

What a project, thanks for the update

[krbrooking]

Man I would love to see this in action one day, will have to organise a trip next time I am over visiting my parents once it is done.

Sent from me using Forum Runner

[Stropp]

No budgie smugglers for you then Stropp when we take it on a camping trip :animierte-smilies-f

Ha ha my "bits" won't fit in the budgie smugglers lol :rolleyes:

[Figjam]

Ha ha my "bits" won't fit in the budgie smugglers lol :rolleyes:

Alright for some.......on a cold day I would just end up with a camel toe :hijacked:

[growler2058]

Alright for some.......on a cold day I would just end up with a camel toe :hijacked:

I believe dudes get Moose toe :)

[threedogs]

Moose knuckle , camel toe, tomarto , tomato
why would you want to put a poor little budgie in a pair of speedos
You guys crack me up lol

[iRide]

SIMPLY PUT ... WHAT AN AWESOME BUILD, drool is literally running down from my mouth haha

[Figjam]

Chassis mods are all done and repainted.
King hydraulic bumpstops and new front springs are in.
King 3" shocks with integrated canisters fitted today
Torsion bar assembly is apparently ready to leave USA now.

52630

52625

52628

52631

52629

52632

52633

[BigRAWesty]

Bloody hell mate. That's some server engineering. How much of the body will have to be modified to fit all the shock towers?

[Figjam]

I plan to mount the engine and trans over Christmas break and then drop cab back on. I guess I will find out then how the front guards fit

[Beachbums]

The Utes looking good there Ewan.


Cheers, Wayne

[the evil twin]

The Utes looking good there Ewan.


Cheers, Wayne

All Patrol Utes look good, Wayno... yours, mine, Ewan's... just some look slightly better than others :tease:

He has raised the bar a tad tho hasn't he... :bowdown:

[Beachbums]

All Patrol Utes look good, Wayno... yours, mine, Ewan's... just some look slightly better than others :animierte-smilies-f

He has raised the bar a tad tho hasn't he... :bowdown:

Ummmm...................... Just a smidge !! :-)

[macca]

I really enjoy mans ability to build stuff, our karts when we raced were marvellous machines built well and a pleasure to the eye, Bugatti's, Ducati's they all have something about them.

This Patrol is starting to come together and also is a pleasure to the eye, Well done Figjam

[Figjam]

I made some progress over the last two days.
I shifted the cab across from the old to our new workshop.

53190

The engine and transmission are finally mated together and now sitting in the chassis

53191

The cab is on but I need to cut the inner guards to clear the front shock towers. They are holding the front about 30mm off the cab mounts at the moment.

53193

53194

Hopefully I can rotate the turbo down a bit so the bulge in the bonnet isnt too high!!! The guard still needs to drop about 20-25 mm at this point
I am a short arse 160cm but you get some idea of current height on stockish springs.

53195

[threedogs]

looking good the build I mean lol
are you stengthening the rear chassis with gusset plates.
Havent read complete thread

[megatexture]

Not much length (for compression)in the front shock before it bottoms out in the second pic, do you need to adjust the bump stops?

[Stropp]

looks great Ewan, better every time i see it.

[Figjam]

Not much length (for compression)in the front shock before it bottoms out in the second pic, do you need to adjust the bump stops?

It looks worse than it actually is. Because of the difference in radius being less from the pivot point to the shock than the front axle, the suspension will still bottom out on bumpstop first.
(Note that I have to fit standard height springs to comply with "licensing requirements" so there is not going to be a lot of upward travel) May fit slightly taller springs at a later date if bottoming too often.
We have gone with hydraulic bump stops to allow for minimal clearance at full compression. The lamination on the top of the front portal axle also fouled with the engine sump and would have reduced travel even further so we lifted the engine another 20mm.

[Figjam]

looking good the build I mean lol
are you stengthening the rear chassis with gusset plates.
Havent read complete thread

There is a lot of strengthening added on and around the rear towers. We don't think a cross brace is necessary. It would also leave less room to try and sneak the 4" exhaust pipe over the rear diff

[macca]

Man it would be great to have shuftie round your work shop. Blokes playground LOL.

[macca]

Bump any more news?

[Figjam]

A bit more progress this week with rear torsion system being installed.
Front steering damper has also been fitted.
Not much more for the next couple of weeks again though.

57275

57276

[BigRAWesty]

A bit more progress this week with rear torsion system being installed. Front steering damper has also been fitted. Not much more for the next couple of weeks again though. <img src="http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=57275"/> <img src="http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=57276"/>

That's an awesome torsion setup

[Stropp]

A bit more progress this week with rear torsion system being installed.
Front steering damper has also been fitted.
Not much more for the next couple of weeks again though.

57275

57276

come on Ewan, its got dust on it, you may have to give it to me to look after if its getting dusty :)

[Punderhead]

come on Ewan, its got dust on it, you may have to give it to me to look after if its getting dusty :)

I live closer mate, and am happy to pay transport costs......

[Stropp]

I live closer mate, and am happy to pay transport costs......

Not quite, I'm about 10 Kim's from this weapon 😄

[Punderhead]

Not quite, I'm about 10 Kim's from this weapon

And I'm on the other side of the country, but I could move.

[Punderhead]

Legit question time though. Your suspension, while making me drool, looks like it is set up as race truck/ trophy truck type setup. Are your setting it up for super high speed stuff (we all know you have the power to do that) or will it still perform with decent flex when rockhopping?

Cheers!

[Figjam]

It is a slightly detuned race suspension from Climax industries. Which basically means that I am running lower springs to keep the overall height down, slightly shorter shocks to suit and custom valving of the shocks when complete to compromise on and off road.
The torsion bar system on the rear is designed to try and keep the left front wheel on the ground under power and reduce torque steer.
The Durmamax sump fouled on the upper front diff bracing of the portal axle. Because I can't run tall springs and an increased bump stop, we lifted the engine another 20mm and fitted hydraulic bumps which become solid when fully compressed. This has allowed us to reduce sump clearance and maintain maximum up travel in the front end.
The radius arms are being replaced as apparantly the factory ones have potential to fail when pushed hard. These will be Superior 3" laser cut arms and not the Superflex version. Overall front end flex will be somewhat limited, but it is likely that I will pass lane change test without front sway bar so will run without if I can. The shocks all have enough stroke to allow for fairly good flex. The rear diff has a shimmed up LSD with a TJM Pro-locker in the front so will be OK for what I am prepared to climb with it as it will be carrying a touring package around as well.

[Winnie]

try and keep the left front wheel on the ground under power.

Yeah, I hate when that happens!!
:driving2:

[Figjam]

Yeah, I hate when that happens!!
:driving2:

First world problems I know !!!
But yes it will lift the LHF wheel.

[krbrooking]

My Q's are when off road how are you going to reduce tyre spin, what sort of gearing are you going to be running. How responsive is it going to be as we all know how difficult it is to minimise bunny hopping up hill. As I reckon as soon as you give the go peddle a stab up a hill by accident you will instantly start spinning or lunge forward which could be fun but can also be dangerous.

Sent from my iPhone using Forum Runner

[Figjam]

I guess it will be a case of see what happens when it is running.
Most of my offroading is beach and dunes.
I have been for a ride with Heath and the vehicle was incredibly smooth from standing start,1st low on a steep incline.
As I have five tunes to choose from I expect the lowest can be detuned as far as practical.

[Winnie]

My Q's are when off road how are you going to reduce tyre spin

Use less loud pedal? Lol

[lhurley]

Use less loud pedal? Lol

When you have 900hp and 2000nm you dont need much loud pedal to go places quickly. Just about touch the pedal and your away.

[OAK PATROL 88]

Any more on this build, my mind needs more progress, hahaha.
love the work

[cass_cass94]

Any updates. I saw a gu extracab driving down the hwy this arvo looked mint. Thought it might have been this one

[nissannewby]

Plenty of updates on the other patrol forum. It is going to be lambo orange.

[Robo]

Supercallafragalisticexpecalldoshish.

swearing just doesn't seam to do it justice.
shame thread stopped.

[Stropp]

62767

taken from the other forum :)

[Stropp]

62768

better one of paint

[Figjam]

Sorry I haven't updated on here for a while as I usually use explorer and this site won't load for me
Just tried chrome and it loads instantly.

I am now up to the stage where we have jury rigged all the essentials and have the engine running, transmission shifting, brakes and power steering functional.
Now the tedious process of tidying and fitting all the fiddly bits neatly and properly begins.
Once it is all mechanically sealed and tidied up it will get the Arctic flares fitted
Then of to Mike from XLR8 for a custom winch bar to suit the flares.
I bought a Red Winch Viper which arrived last week. Its huge for a low mount!!!

[Stropp]

i think i may need to come and make sure the server room aircon is working ok :)

[Winnie]

Sorry I haven't updated on here for a while as I usually use explorer and this site won't load for me
Just tried chrome and it loads instantly.

I am now up to the stage where we have jury rigged all the essentials and have the engine running, transmission shifting, brakes and power steering functional.
Now the tedious process of tidying and fitting all the fiddly bits neatly and properly begins.
Once it is all mechanically sealed and tidied up it will get the Arctic flares fitted
Then of to Mike from XLR8 for a custom winch bar to suit the flares.
I bought a Red Winch Viper which arrived last week. Its huge for a low mount!!!
Hey mate, do you have pics of the red winch?

[threedogs]

http://www.red-winches.com/products/viper-low-line-winch/84/
Here you go Winnie very nice indeed, sounds like a mini diff lock
not even going to guess the engineering costs of this build. ?

[mudski]

http://www.red-winches.com/products/viper-low-line-winch/84/
Here you go Winnie very nice indeed, sounds like a mini diff lock
not even going to guess the engineering costs of this build. ?
Hmm i like those winches. Very sexy. Nice price too. Lol.

Sent from my SM-P600 using Tapatalk

[Winnie]

http://www.red-winches.com/products/viper-low-line-winch/84/
Here you go Winnie very nice indeed, sounds like a mini diff lock
not even going to guess the engineering costs of this build. ?
Cool, cheers John. I didn't know they made a low mount winch. Very smicko!

[hi-psi-patrol]

What a machine,and some top notch fabrication work,and that engine😈😈😈😈😈

[Tony's 4.8]

Hi Ewan. How is the build going. I am new to this forum, and am planning on a Portal Axle build in 3-4 months from now. I am keen to discuss the Portal Axles with you and get any advice you may have. Mine will be going into a 2004 4.8 .
Would love some feedback on how the Portals feel.
Tony

[threedogs]

Hi Ewan. How is the build going. I am new to this forum, and am planning on a Portal Axle build in 3-4 months from now. I am keen to discuss the Portal Axles with you and get any advice you may have. Mine will be going into a 2004 4.8 .
Would love some feedback on how the Portals feel.
Tony

If you click onto his name you'll be able to send a Private Message

[NissanGQ4.2]

Hi Ewan. How is the build going. I am new to this forum, and am planning on a Portal Axle build in 3-4 months from now. I am keen to discuss the Portal Axles with you and get any advice you may have. Mine will be going into a 2004 4.8 .
Would love some feedback on how the Portals feel.
Tony

Hi Tony, I don't think he frequents the forum all that often these days so as john has suggested you might be better 2 send him a pm

[Tony's 4.8]

Thanks for the advice. I have sent a PM. Hope to get a chance for a yak with Ewan and see if there are any learnings I can get before I start my own Portal build. Plenty of time.

[Avo]

If that doesn't work try sending stropp one and ask if he can put you on touch with him as i am sure they know.each orher

Sent from my SM-G900I using Tapatalk

[TFAB78]

Hey Guys,
I realise that this build thread is old now, but i love going through the build pics. I thought there were more, does anyone know where the full build thread is?

[Figjam]

WOW last time I posted on here was 4.5 years ago and I still haven't finished!!!! :icon_bonk:

It should be finished this year???

It is a different colour now as the original painter completely messed it up.
Here are a couple of overall photos

81644
81645
81646
81647
81648
81649

[mudski]

Wow! I love the placement of the oven. I take it the thermo setup on the rear of the cab is for the a/c? Super impressive!

[Figjam]

On the tiltable rollbar there are two trans coolers (although one should do), two air tanks, all breathers and an AC condenser unit with three fans. The AC fans are mounted to an angled shroud which allowed for another 15lt in the water tank below compared to a vertical mount.
The AC is also split to run another unit in the canopy for the dog which also has an ambient temperature monitor to provide readings and warnings if too hi or Lo

[NissanGQ4.2]

WOW last time I posted on here was 4.5 years ago and I still haven't finished!!!! :icon_bonk:

It should be finished this year???

It is a different colour now as the original painter completely messed it up.
Here are a couple of overall photos

81646


Nice work but gotta ask ( maybe because I work for a company that builds alluminium canopies ) whats the purpose of the whole box dropping out?

[Figjam]

The box is the kitchen which slides out and then is lowered/raised hydraulically.
It looks a bit odd in photos as they are production stages.
Apart from the rotating arms and slides the rest is pretty much all stainless steel

On the left will be an 75lt Waeco with a fold up bench in front of it.
On the right is a slide out 3 burner stove, underneath that is storage for BBQ and pots with door
There are two drawers on the bottom and one has a travelbuddy oven embedded.

I have fitted a 28lt Waeco between the seats in the cab. (whole new story to achieve that)
I can leave the kitchen in the canopy with access to everything except the big fridge and stove top
The rear undertray drawer also has a stainless steel lid which doubles as a bench.
There is also a portable Frontrunner table which we have trimmed down to fit in the right side of the canopy

Gas for the stove and canopy will be accessed through a rear door on the LHR toolbox and is supplied via an automotive vapour draw tank.
A water tap is also in the same space which has interference free flow to the ground or can attach a hose.

81655
81652
81653
81654

[NissanGQ4.2]

The box is the kitchen which slides out and then is lowered/raised hydraulically.
It looks a bit odd in photos as they are production stages.
Apart from the rotating arms and slides the rest is pretty much all stainless steel



Still don't see it or the point of it, once down the oven would be near on useless and the draws would not be fun 2 use, I'm not knocking your idea, if it works for you top stuff... just can't picture it in my head.
Does it disconnect from the arms so you can leave it as a base kitchen while out driving?

[Figjam]

Haha debate is good.
It is a permanent fixture in the vehicle.
The finished deployment height is not set yet. With the deployed bench height set at usual home kitchen height, the drawers will be low but still higher than lower drawers in a home kitchen.
With some forward planning having the in-cab fridge as well, it will not need to be deployed for every use as drawers, BBQ and under tray drawer bench top can all be accessed whilst it is in the vehicle.
I will need to take a minute to lower a support leg as the weight transfer causes too much vehicle lean without it. Once the leg is down the kitchen deploys as simply as a drop down fridge.

[Figjam]

Wow it has been a while since I updated this thread. and yes the build progress is still painfully slow.

The vehicle is completed to the point where everything is fully functional and complete with the exception of some interior trim still to do.
That being said, it is about to have the chassis cut and be converted to 6x6 to allow for more weight and increased towing capacity. (the 6x6 kit was delayed for the last 7 months due to flooding)
I am also trying to get dyno tuning done whilst it still has two axles. This was progressing well until a portal (axle only and older design) failed at 608 RWHP on 37s. Trusty patrol axles have been installed now to try final tuning again this weekend.

6x6 kit is running Ford 10" centres and ARB lockers competition so end result will be fully lockable 6x6 on portals and 37" tyres on Hutchinson dual beadlock rims.

[Stropp]

Wow it has been a while since I updated this thread. and yes the build progress is still painfully slow.

The vehicle is completed to the point where everything is fully functional and complete with the exception of some interior trim still to do.
That being said, it is about to have the chassis cut and be converted to 6x6 to allow for more weight and increased towing capacity. (the 6x6 kit was delayed for the last 7 months due to flooding)
I am also trying to get dyno tuning done whilst it still has two axles. This was progressing well until a portal (axle only and older design) failed at 608 RWHP on 37s. Trusty patrol axles have been installed now to try final tuning again this weekend.

6x6 kit is running Ford 10" centres and ARB lockers competition so end result will be fully lockable 6x6 on portals and 37" tyres on Hutchinson dual beadlock rims.

Hi Ewan, we need some updated pictures mate 👌

[mihit]

F*ck me, what line of crime are you in to afford that?

"faakeen siik build maat" I think would be the ozzie translation...

:bananadancing: