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8th March 2012, 08:21 AM
gowalkabout.com.au

Looking good.

I picked up my GU8 last night and so far very happy with it.

If you dont mind and have the time would it be possable to pm me a break down on costs of your build

Thanks
8th March 2012, 10:07 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by offroadmafia

Looking good.

I picked up my GU8 last night and so far very happy with it.

If you dont mind and have the time would it be possable to pm me a break down on costs of your build

Thanks

No problems mate, I'll get that to you shortly.

Cheers
23rd March 2012, 05:58 AM
Maxhead

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OK, quick mod last night. Converted my bull bar 4" fog lights to 35W HID. Should give a nice down low spread
Should get a workout around here, been foggy as lately.
23rd March 2012, 06:06 AM
growler2058

They'll burn the eyeballs outa anything that gets in front of ya ;-)

Tappin N Crappin
23rd March 2012, 06:09 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by growlers71gq

They'll burn the eyeballs outa anything that gets in front of ya ;-)

Tappin N Crappin

Nope! not even close. These are fog light and supposed to be down low which they are. But I will experiment bit more
23rd March 2012, 06:12 AM
growler2058

Must be morning eyes they look bright from the inside of my head hahahahahahahahaha

Tappin N Crappin
23rd March 2012, 06:33 AM
Oversize

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Originally Posted by growlers71gq

Must be morning eyes they look bright from the inside of my head hahahahahahahahaha

Tappin N Crappin

You have lovely morning eyes Growler, I can see them from here.
23rd March 2012, 06:36 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by growlers71gq

Must be morning eyes they look bright from the inside of my head hahahahahahahahaha

Tappin N Crappin

But now you have me worried...LOL

Just had a look on a brick wall at home and they look a lot lower then driving lights. I suppose I'll have to see in real world. Will test them properly this weekend. If theyre no good on the road they'll be great out in the scrub.

Ohh yeah, lovely eyes mate ..hahah
23rd March 2012, 04:20 PM
Maxhead

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And finally got the snorkel fitted today ...ready for some snorkelling..LOLOLOL

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Still not sure on the rear bar, but I'm bit broke ATM so it might have to wait a little while...
24th March 2012, 01:02 AM
Oversize

Snorkel configurations are interesting. I like your short version, mine fits along the wheel arch and looks chunky but finishes flush with the roof line whereas yours is higher than the roofline and I see issues with low flying pelicans snapping it off. But probably not if you have a roofrack...
24th March 2012, 06:53 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by Mechlou

Snorkel configurations are interesting. I like your short version, mine fits along the wheel arch and looks chunky but finishes flush with the roof line whereas yours is higher than the roofline and I see issues with low flying pelicans snapping it off. But probably not if you have a roofrack...

Haha, you gotta watch those pelicans...LALALA

The snorkel is actually about inline with the roof but the photos show it as way above. Must have been how I took them from below the roof,,,hmm or this trick photography of mine...LOL
24th March 2012, 07:14 AM
growler2058

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Originally Posted by Mechlou

You have lovely morning eyes Growler, I can see them from here.

If ya like the look of poached eggs hahahahaha
24th March 2012, 07:17 AM
growler2058

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Originally Posted by NissPat

And finally got the snorkel fitted today ...ready for some snorkelling..LOLOLOL

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Still not sure on the rear bar, but I'm bit broke ATM so it might have to wait a little while...

Angle of the dangle maybe but jeez your lookin close to the roller door ay
24th March 2012, 08:44 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by growlers71gq

Angle of the dangle maybe but jeez your lookin close to the roller door ay

Yeah, mighty close mate, probably have about 120mm spare so my roof racks have to go on outside. Funny thing though, my last GU was 2" lift and I was able to drive in/out with the roof bars on. Now with the TJM 2" I can't. It looks closer to 3-4" lift. I hope it settles a lot more!!!!
24th March 2012, 08:53 AM
Sir Roofy

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Originally Posted by nisspat

yeah, mighty close mate, probably have about 120mm spare so my roof racks have to go on outside. Funny thing though, my last gu was 2" lift and i was able to drive in/out with the roof bars on. Now with the tjm 2" i can't. It looks closer to 3-4" lift. I hope it settles a lot more!!!!

2.4 is the limit with your roof rack 2'' lift standard tyres
i just scrapped under at the shopping centre,but when i get the new tyres(wish list) ill have to park in the street
24th March 2012, 04:56 PM
snicko

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Originally Posted by NissPat

Yeah, mighty close mate, probably have about 120mm spare so my roof racks have to go on outside. Funny thing though, my last GU was 2" lift and I was able to drive in/out with the roof bars on. Now with the TJM 2" I can't. It looks closer to 3-4" lift. I hope it settles a lot more!!!!

Looking good there Kris. They just don't make sheds as they should!! We just fit in ours but put the roof top tent on and the Troll has to live outside!

We don't fit in any shopping centre car parks any more either. Made that mistake once!

Loveday will be a great for you to test her out. Hope to see lots of pics.

Would have been funny if you put the roof bars on in the shed then couldn't get the Troll out!! hahaha - NOT!!
28th March 2012, 04:42 PM
f40

Great looking Patrol!

I took one for a test drive today and love it!

Does anyone have any more news on the possibilty of lift / bigger tyres affecting the Stability Control?

I really want to get one but need to know i can safely lift it and put bigger tyres.
28th March 2012, 05:44 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by f40

Great looking Patrol!

I took one for a test drive today and love it!

Does anyone have any more news on the possibilty of lift / bigger tyres affecting the Stability Control?

I really want to get one but need to know i can safely lift it and put bigger tyres.

Yes, they are very nice to drive.

Personally I haven't noticed any issues with Stability Control and 2" lift. Not sure how it would affect higher lift though.
I've tried to engage VDC but I must be soft as I haven't managed to do it yet. Maybe it will be easier on dirt...lol

Also F40, jump into the introduction section ans say G'day and tell us about yourself.
28th March 2012, 06:10 PM
f40

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Originally Posted by NissPat

Yes, they are very nice to drive.

Personally I haven't noticed any issues with Stability Control and 2" lift. Not sure how it would affect higher lift though.
I've tried to engage VDC but I must be soft as I haven't managed to do it yet. Maybe it will be easier on dirt...lol

Also F40, jump into the introduction section ans say G'day and tell us about yourself.

Thanks for the info

Have you put bigger tyres on yours?
28th March 2012, 06:16 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by f40

Thanks for the info

Have you put bigger tyres on yours?

No not yet. Standard tyres till the end of this year. Then I'll put 33's on it
28th March 2012, 11:25 PM
Waka

Geez i hope it's ok...I've ordered mine with 33s and am installing a 2" lift straight away. I'll let you know for sure in a couple of weeks. I received a phone message today from Nissan which i'll return tomorrow. hopefully it's to say my new GU8 patrol is ready...but i doubt it.

I hand the muched loved GU7 over to its new owner on Monday and i will be sad to see her go.

Hopefully the new one will be as faithful

Waka
29th March 2012, 05:29 AM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by Waka

Geez i hope it's ok...I've ordered mine with 33s and am installing a 2" lift straight away. I'll let you know for sure in a couple of weeks. I received a phone message today from Nissan which i'll return tomorrow. hopefully it's to say my new GU8 patrol is ready...but i doubt it.

I hand the muched loved GU7 over to its new owner on Monday and i will be sad to see her go.

Hopefully the new one will be as faithful

Waka

Good to hear mate, whats the plan for the new girl???
I wouldn't worry about the 33's and 2", she'll fly...LOLOLOL
30th March 2012, 09:09 PM
Waka

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Originally Posted by NissPat

Good to hear mate, whats the plan for the new girl???
I wouldn't worry about the 33's and 2", she'll fly...LOLOLOL

The plan is to have it ready for the next boys weekend trout fishing. we're heading up to the Blue Mountains late April so I hope it's ready in time. The Nissan dealer said the car will be with delivered to them next week but it needs to spend a couple of days at ARB getting some bits and pieces added. Apparently they are booked out for 4 weeks! business must be good in the 4wd accessories industry...

you've probably already seen this but it impressed me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxv2NFMuiuU

how's yours going?
31st March 2012, 10:29 PM
Haydog Havoc

Just wondering what breed of snorkel you fitted and how the stereo was going as i was looking to purchase a simular item for my project.
3rd April 2012, 07:43 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by Haydog Havoc

Just wondering what breed of snorkel you fitted and how the stereo was going as i was looking to purchase a simular item for my project.

Mate, sorry for late reply . The snorkel is a Safari, I don't like the airtek ones at all. The stereo is heaps better then my old one, lots more user friendly but one thing...I can't get into windows explorer :( . I only tried once so need to have another go at it. Other wise great unit for the price.
3rd April 2012, 11:42 PM
teno45

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Originally Posted by NissPat

The stereo is heaps better then my old one

Hahaha, was wrong with my one?
4th April 2012, 08:45 AM
rusty_nail

mmm nice new and shiny! enjoy washing all the mud off her regularly, shes a beaut!!!
20th May 2012, 03:54 PM
TimE

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Originally Posted by Nisshead

Cheer Tim, Yep running OziExplorer on it now. The supplied SD card is 4gb and IGo8 is about 500mb so heaps of room to put maps on. I have all the Hema 250k maps and all NSW 25k topos on it and still have room left. As it uses the SIRFatlasV chip its very quick at start-up. The iGo8 navigation software is one of the better ones I have used. It's absolutely brilliant .

The sound is very crisp even with the sh1ty Patrol speakers. The best part is the screen and videos...bloody nice!! User-friendliness is much better as my old one so very easy to use. USB is easy as, you just plug in a stick and it automaticly switched over, same with songs on SD card. I would recommend it to anyone.

Took about 10 minutes to install but you will need an ISO adaptor and I found the Holden Rodeo or Mitsubishi Triton fit mine. These will depend on which model Patrol you have as they changed depending which stereo unit was installed. $14.95 from Repco, they have heaps of different ones. I think autoban sell them as well.

The only issue I had with install I found the constant 12v and switched 12V where wrong way around, so it wasn't holding its channel memory and would do a long start-up every time. 5 min fix.

If you do get one and need a hand, just yell out mate and we'll have it sorted no time.

Well I bought one Kris, hopefully it should be here in a week or so. I'll give you a holler if I need any help or advice. Cheers
20th May 2012, 04:00 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by TimE

Well I bought one Kris, hopefully it should be here in a week or so. I'll give you a holler if I need any help or advice. Cheers

Anytime mate....no stress.
29th May 2012, 05:17 PM
TimE

Well the multimedia unit turned up this morning and is now installed and working fine. Things don't usually go that smoothly for me :)

I own a GU IV built in 2005. The adapters I bought from Repco were Double diverysity lead Aerpro AP 348A ($12.99) to convert the Nissan aerial lead to "normal" male aerial plug and an ISO adapter APP0120 ($14.99).

As you mentioned the 12v wire for ignition volts and memory volts where a about t. The ISO adapter had one plug with the power leads fitted with bullet connectors, I simply swapped the yellow and red leads at the bullet connectors and all is now well, no memory loss (stations and other settings). Pity it isn't that simple to restore my own memory:(

I have OziCE up and running, my reverse camera attached via the Aux video in cable, and the DVD "off except with hand brake on" disabled by earthing that wire to the body of the unit.

Thanks for your advice.
8th June 2012, 05:05 PM
Maxhead

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Had to whack a beaudesert 2.75" exhaust in today..finally wooooooohoooooo

Got the pyro in and will connect tomorrow. So far it seems to be a lot smoother sound wise. Have marginally noticed the pick up a lot lower in the rev range but early days. Should have bit better results tomorrow or especially when I take the caravan in for a service next week.

My exhaust jack should work now with a straight cut end pipe...LOLOL
8th June 2012, 09:54 PM
Waka

nice work.
9th June 2012, 01:35 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by Nisshead

Had to whack a beaudesert 2.75" exhaust in today..finally wooooooohoooooo

Got the pyro in and will connect tomorrow. So far it seems to be a lot smoother sound wise. Have marginally noticed the pick up a lot lower in the rev range but early days. Should have bit better results tomorrow or especially when I take the caravan in for a service next week.

My exhaust jack should work now with a straight cut end pipe...LOLOL

WOW, what a difference!!1

Just went for a ride up the hills and the difference is unbelievable....no more gear changes....LOLOL Just put your foot down a bit and it just pulls hard in 5th. Love it

I have a good feeling it will pull the caravan with ease and cheaply... in fact I know it will...HAHAH

Should have done this as a 1st mod
9th June 2012, 05:09 PM
Woof

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Originally Posted by Nisshead

WOW, what a difference!!1

Just went for a ride up the hills and the difference is unbelievable....no more gear changes....LOLOL Just put your food down a bit and it just pulls hard in 5th. Love it

I have a good feeling it will pull the caravan with ease and cheaply... in fact I know it will...HAHAH

Should have done this as a 1st mod

Should not to driving and eating at the same time mate....LOLOLOLOL
9th June 2012, 05:31 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by The Dogman

Should not to driving and eating at the same time mate....LOLOLOLOL

Hhahaha, bloody food always gets in my way....LOL...good pick up mate

Installed the Auber EGT gauge this arvo and went for a spin...bloody temps get upto 600 pretty quickly. Pretty sure the CRD's run a bit hotter then Di's so could be good.
Wonder what they're like with the van on...hmmmm
9th June 2012, 05:44 PM
Woof

Coopers, not bad at all Kris.
9th June 2012, 05:58 PM
Maxhead

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Originally Posted by The Dogman

Coopers, not bad at all Kris.

Hahaha, love my coopers..
9th June 2012, 07:01 PM
growler2058

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Originally Posted by Nisshead

Hahaha, love my coopers..

Best beer in the world!
10th June 2012, 04:29 PM
Maxhead

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Ok, took me a while but its finally done......my new accessories to the Patrol is Rhino rear boat loader...what a pi55er. best $200 I ever spent... I can't believe the bargain I got, and the guy I bought it of even dropped it off and showed me how it goes together.( Top bloke as well) It was supposed to have a couple of bits missing but everything was there with a fair few extras.

Got the loader, roof bars and a roof basket all for $200...OK, OK...I'm bragging now :)

SOOOOOOOOOO MUCH EASIER

couple of pics
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Just about ready to take off on our trip...WooooHOOOO
10th June 2012, 04:32 PM
growler2058

Wow fancy pants!! That tinny looks BIG on the roof! Oh yeah took ya bloody time ;-)

Tapp tillya Crap

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