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Need some help, got a bit of a dilema. Was thinking of changing the front bar to a xrox tube bar [like muzza's] but then i can't fit side rails to the bar & slider.
So my question is, 1-should i leave the oem bar on & fit 2x hid lf genesis & sliders with siderails to it OR
2-change it to an xrox with 2x 140 hid lf's & a led light bar & then a seperate set of sliders.
Help needed PLEASE.
Buy both to try and whatever you go with ... I'll have the other set!!!! LOL!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Nice try mate, i think the missus might buck at that one. Now really looking for help.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigrig
what a rig fanfriggingtastic
now just gotta get mine half way to yours
nowoolies Paul
Have you considered a Millweld bar instead of the XROX? You would still need the smaller lights but will be able to fit scrub bars.
Tony
Thanks paul , what do ya reckon new front tube bar & seperate sliders or keep the bar i got & add side bars with sliders to it.Quote:
Originally Posted by nowoolies
That does look good but i do really realy like the xrox bar & have priced some stuff from millweld & thought they are bit over priced but thanks for the resaerch tony might have to think about millweld a bit more.Quote:
Originally Posted by YNOT
Hey Kelvin, nice looking GU mate.
It looks like an awesome tourer mate.
I reckon the nissan bar helps it present like a quality tourer and the side bars and step combo will add to a classy looking unit for sure mate. Changing to an XroX or Millweld bar will completely change the presentation of the car. I like the tube stuff but i reckon yours looks great in the direction you have already taken it mate. and well match with the new wheels.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...4&d=1291540337
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...9&d=1289978520
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...5&d=1297106962
Hi kelvin ive seen that you have your solar panel on the roof and your batteries in the box
where did you decide to run the wires to your fridge have you gone thru the roof or some other panel
i had a panel on my old lux with the batteries in the tub and wanted to do simular to yours
roofy
You already have a steel winch bar on the front, why not put the money towards a steel bar for the back instead? (it looks from the photos above like you still have the standard plastic back bumper). The steel rear bars can be made with twin pivots for mounting 2 spare wheels which will take the spare off the back door.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Tony
Yeh Tony i will be getting a rear bar with twin carriers in the not to distant future. I think it might be more fesable to leave the oem bar & add side rails & steps to it. I then should be able to afford the rear bar & other goodies earlier.Quote:
Originally Posted by YNOT
Thanks MR i think your right i should just add to that bar & spend the money elsewhere.Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
Hi mate, the panel is on the roof & the cable goes down the back inside the rear door cavity. The box on the roof is only a storage box for the tent annexe, annexe floor & our clothes when we travel. There is also a control panel in there for the roof lights, tent & camp led lights. Solar reg is mounted inside the car on the cargo barrier. I've put some photos of the solar system on Rossco's portable fridge thread in general chat. I take more detailed photos if you require more.Quote:
Originally Posted by roofy
Many thanks for your imput kelvin
yes would like to to see a bit more if you have time
especially the back door cavity
there are some very talented blokes on here
like your self that are willing to share
much appriciated
roofy
Here you go Roofy.
Photo 1,2 & 3; solar panel mounted to roof box with stainless hinges at front & latches at back
Photo 4; control panel in box for roof & tent/camp lights
Photo 5; 20 amp steca solar regulator
Photo 6; cables going up the back of the snorkel run power & hi/lo switch to roof box control panel
Photo 7 & 8; cables for solar down the back door.
looks good mate. great set up!
That's very neat Kelvin!!!
Good pics!
thanks kelvin very neat unit thanks for taking the time to do this storing it for future job
I can see why Bigrig raves about your Rig so much....
Bloody bute setup & you've given me more than a few ideas on how to spend even more money.....lololol
Placed an order for the scrub/step bars today. Going to pay it off over next couple of months. Finally starting the mods for the new year, now the list starts to grow.
Thought i'd try to list the current mods on my Gu.
Here goes; custom alloy roof rack'
hannibal roof top tent, 180 amp dual battery system,
space case roof box with 80 watt solar panel mounted to it,
ipf 900 spots on bar,
oem snorkel, twin lra long range tanks,
out back roof console, 4inch lift with tjm gold shocks,
double din in dash dvd, ipod controller, open sky awning off rack,
Amp & 150 watt speakers, 3 inch straight through exhaust,
icom 400 pro uhf, denco turbo upgrade,
led interior lights,
canvas seat covers,
turbo timer,
cruise control,
false floor where rear seats usually are,
outback draws in back,
52 ltr outback water tank,
black widow rear shelf & divider,
nasa bm1 battery brains unit,
oem bull bar,
4 x lf170's on roof rack,
tjm ox 12000lb winch,
helton heat exchanger with 7lpm johnson pump,
tyrrant alloy wheels,
maxxis bighorns,
Show off!!! LoLQuote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
You have one very well setup and capable patrol there mate, Definetly looks the goods
i always try to keep an eye on this thread, gives me ideas for mine haha
Fletcha
I didn't really think the list was gonna be that long when i started, problem is the wish list isn't much smaller.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigrig
It's a good life isn't it,Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
I wonder if we will ever finish the wish list???
Did I mention I love your rig?? Seeing it first hand, it lived up to every expectation!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Do i need to add an alarm to that list Scotty?..........Are you guys still doing the cape this year.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigrig
With all the talk about drop down tables & kitchens i thought i'd post some photos of our kitchen setup. It's a Drifta Car Back unit, we store it in the back on the fridge slide. The wife had to have red laminex & red plates & cutlery so as to match the red car. lol.
keep the bar you have, ...........more to spend on the next tripQuote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
that is one nice looking rig you gotchya there,,,,, just i thing it looks abit too clean don't it lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Doesn't always stay that clean tho.Quote:
Originally Posted by hekarewe
Working on a air on-board system at the moment will post some pics when completed.
and we wonder where our fuel economy go`s lmao
For anyone interested i'm thinking of listing the mighty GU for sale on carsales, so if there's interest before hand pm me & i'll reply with price & sale conditions. Car will not be sold with roofrack & rooftent. Also will be removing solar reg & false floor in the back.
Don't worry i'm only moving it to buy a newer one.
A 3.0 CRD or another 4.2 mate?Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Uuummm a v8 converted series 2 or 3. [petrol or deisel]Quote:
Originally Posted by The Dogman
Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Oh well, good luck with it!! LOL!!
For those interested, I've seen it in the flesh (the rig ... Not Kelvin ... He was covered!! lol) and it is a top setup from go to whoah!
Got talking to guy from "Patrolapart" today at the vic caravan show & he tells me they've developed a ultra hi-flo water pump for the gu td42t motor & also in the middle of a modification to emission control box which will give better power & economy. He also said that they are running a new matched turbo & intercooler kit that can comfortably run 18 psi boost & produce real low down useable grunt, SSOOOOO------ my truck will no longer be up for sale as we will be getting these upgrades done once they are finished their developement.
Good News I reckon, i reeeaaallyy didn't want to get rid of my old girl [truck either]
Nice break mate!!! Right place, right time!! 18 PSI is getting up there ...Quote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42
Yeh i know i'll want to know it's been well tested.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigrig
That is great news mate, that should make your 4.2 into a machine.. wish I could get some power and torque like that out of my 3.0 lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Tuf 42