Which mods should i be concentrating on getting first.

Hi everyone,

I own a 99 Nissan Patrol GU DX 2.8L turbo diesel and just wanted some advice on mods. So far I have a cargo barrier, uhf, bulbar, snorkel, roof rack, awning, and my last purchase was a rooftop tent. I have a fridge and an air compressor but bother need to be hard wired.

On my wish list so far that I can think of from the top of my head are,

Rear drawers and fridge slide
dual battery system - 1
Get my compressor and fridge wired up - 2
water tank
new tyres - was thinking coopers or MT's - 3
new suspension and lift - 4
long range fuel tank
3 inch exhaust - 5
dynachip
front and rear air lockers
winch
lighting
sidesteps and side bars.

there is more but I cant think at the moment but there is plenty here to keep me going. I just need firstly advice on which ones should be priority from 1 to 5 and 1 being the most important. Ive numbered what I have thought would be most important but let me know if im off or on the right track. Thanks everyone look forward to hearing everyones opinion

?....?.....?

First mods I did were a good set of 33" tyres and 2" suspension lift. Everything else were just accessories that I didn't really need. That was on my first GQ, still have it and no other mods have been done really but hoping to keep it as My weekend toy. My other GQ is more of the family tourer for lugging the camping gear and family around, it's also my daily driver, again 33s and 2" lift. Accessories wise, roof rack, awning, dual batteries, fridge. Don't have a drawer system yet but that's on the list.

Seeing as you've got a fridge already would be a shame not to use it so auxiliary battery is a good idea.
Some decent recovery points front an rear are a priority, as well as some recovery gear.......
At the end of the day it all depends on what you're going to do, where you're going and what you want to achieve.

My advice to you would be to sit down and work out what accessories are important and which ones are just a "would like to have". There's alot of stuff out there that isn't really necessary.

Thanks mate.

Ill just basically be using it to cart the wife and 2 young daughters around. But I like exploring and going off road and basically want something that is going to go anywhere I want to take it. I'll use it for towing and driving on beaches, dunes, corrugation, mud and rock climbing. I have a pretty good recovery bag already but definitely need some more recovery points.

Would I be able to fit 35's without upgrading anything else or are they too big? If so what 33's do you recommend? As I said before I was thinking MT Deegan38 or ATZ or a set of Coopers. Also what brand suspension lift would you recommend and could I fit it myself? With the dual battery system I was thinking of getting ARB to do it, what you think??

Mate, Suspension and tyres are never ending. If I were you, I'd spend a lazy afternoon surfing this website. Most of the info you want would be found here some where. Use the search box.
Unfortunately when it comes to 4x4s, evey one is different. I fitted my own dual battery system ( projecta) with hubby fitting up the battery tray for me. Basically, spend the next month reading.......

Rated recovery points
Tyres
Lift
35's not legal Over 2" lift not legal
35's may fit on standard suspension but WILL rub

Welcome mate.
That seems a good list. Growler has pointed out the legalities so it's up to you if you break them or not. Lol.

In that list most of those things are do-able yourself. Of course bar work will be bought and pays to have it installed especially when airbags are involved.
But if you have some tools or are willing to buy some then you can do most the work yourself.

Search threw the diy thread for lots of draw builds, winch installs, led light installs. Etc

Anyway mate enjoy the forum

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by benmurphy

Hi everyone,

I own a 99 Nissan Patrol GU DX 2.8L turbo diesel and just wanted some advice on mods. So far I have a cargo barrier, uhf, bulbar, snorkel, roof rack, awning, and my last purchase was a rooftop tent. I have a fridge and an air compressor but bother need to be hard wired.

On my wish list so far that I can think of from the top of my head are,

Rear drawers and fridge slide
dual battery system - 1
Get my compressor and fridge wired up - 2
water tank
new tyres - was thinking coopers or MT's - 3
new suspension and lift - 4
long range fuel tank
3 inch exhaust - 5
dynachip
front and rear air lockers
winch
lighting
sidesteps and side bars.

there is more but I cant think at the moment but there is plenty here to keep me going. I just need firstly advice on which ones should be priority from 1 to 5 and 1 being the most important. Ive numbered what I have thought would be most important but let me know if im off or on the right track. Thanks everyone look forward to hearing everyones opinion

---

I think your on the money with that list and if your going solo maybe the winch next and if your trucks straight sliders after that so it stays straight and above all maintenance no point having all the bells and whistles when your radiator hoses/belts are old and cracked bearings shot etc

My main accessory was a dual battery system so I could go camping and have some cold drinks and lights.
After fitted all the heavy things I'd then get suspension sorted, and tell them at the time if you intend yo tow
and they will factor that into your coil rating.
Cargo barrier so you can pack to the roof and keep every up front safe.
PM for any info on rated recovery points.
Your complete list would make a great Outback tourer, but keep in mind that list means extra weight as well

I have had drawers put in by TJM at St Mary's and found them to be good.
I had OME suspension and long range tank put in by ARB at Morphett Vale and had no problems with them either.
I have always had a good run with BFG tyres and OME suspension but everybody has their own opinions on those, lots of threads on here debating which is best.
Have had a bad experience with Coopers on a work vehicle, got rid of them after 50,000 Km with tread still on them because of side wall movement made them unsafe and they would not honor warranty.