Mods for Gu Patrol

[the evil twin]

Hey guys

I'm currently planning on going on a trip around WA in the next 18 months and currently slowly getting my truck ready.

I've done 2" lift, Snorkel, Dual Batteries with isolater, UHF Radio, Bullbar, Winch, 31's (came with the truck planning on putting 33's when they need changing), full length drawers.

Are there other mods I should consider?

Thanks Guys.

Agree with Cuppa, a bit more info would assist but anyway... What other mods?

Scan Gauge (I am assuming because it is an 07 Dx it is a CRD) or equivalent should be the first thing on the list
Chip or ECU remap
EGR block if you are ambivalent about NOX emmissions
Check Intercooler for leaks, tigged replacement if req'd
Rear Spring Tower Supports (inspect the rails etc prior)
Rear door extension bracket (for the small door) so it opens fully
Roof rack with 4 supports not 3 (a 6x8 tarp, 2 poles, ropes and occy straps takes care of the awning
Long range tank (expensive but HEAPS better than rrsing around with jerries and gets 50Kg off your roof)

The above pretty much describes the '07 I had that toured all over WA... Had the drawers, fridge & drop slide and heavy gear in the back and I carried a bit of lighter gear and a tyre carcass on the roof.
Only ever used the tyre carcass once, at Tom Price, after a stone cut.
I did put an awning on but it wasn't any better or worse than the tarp

[Bush Ranger]

You have about 18 months to find out what else you need, so do the odd short trip camping on weekends with what you have and it might give you ideas in what you may need later on for the trip. Spot lights would be good to get and or light bar(s). Depending on where you are going, a twin wheel carrier be okay if you think you`ll need a second spare wheel, but a spare tyre / rim stashed away some where else be okay and would save you money for the trip. A long range fuel tank be good too if you`re planning to go remoteish, but a jerry would be a cheaper option though, saving you a bit more money. Just remember though, that you`ll have to lug it to where ever you want to store it.

[Wizard52]

All good info and all I can add is a solar panel preferably mounted on roof rack if you get one as it will be a real pain unpacking it every time you want to set up.
I have my solar on roof permanently (ute canopy) but on recent trip to the West, my mate had a portable panel in and out of his vehicle and it was a pain although impossible to do extended stays away from power without it.

[DX grunt]

If you're in the RAC, get on their website and you can get an Annual Parks Pass for half price. It allows you to get into most Govt run National Parks, for free. Camping fee is extra, and varies in price, depending upon facilities provided. From memory without a pass, it costs around $12 per vehicle, per visit.

Saw your profile and saw you had an 07 GU DX. Is it a wagon or ute/pod set up?

I'm set up for remote camping, so feel free to click on the link in my signature, for ideas. I've got a 4.2 TDi Ex Telstra ute with the pod on the back.

Feel free to ask any questions.

Edit: I did the suspension upgrade, legally, using West Coast Suspension (WCS), and had a mod plate affixed.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Bush Ranger]

DX Grunt, would RAC do the permits for aboriginal land crossing(s) as well for a traveller, or do you have to go through the other avenues?

[DX grunt]

DX Grunt, would RAC do the permits for aboriginal land crossing(s) as well for a traveller, or do you have to go threw the other avenues?

Not sure. Can somebody help, please?

[4bye4]

Not sure. Can somebody help, please?

@ET might know.

[Cuppa]

As far as I know permits are obtained from different sources dependant upon route that they are for. Some are direct from aboriginal sources, some are collectively outsourced to other organisations.

http://www.tourism.australia.com/abo...e/permits.aspx

[the evil twin]

RAC don't do any permits as such but you get a discount for the National Parks Permit if you are an RAC member.
Most Tourist Offices and DPAW offices will sell them or you can go online https://shop.dpaw.wa.gov.au/park-passes

All Aboriginal Land transit permits are somewhat coordinated by the DAA and administered by the appropriate land council and in some cases you may need more than 1 permit and also some may take significant time IE weeks to get if the Land Council has to go to specific tribes for approval (usually only happens for rarely visited areas).

The DAA http://www.daa.wa.gov.au/land/entry-...entry-permits/ is the best place to start

[Bush Ranger]

Thanks for that every one, just a thought I had when RAC and NP passes were mentioned. Probably better that the person travelling aboriginal land(s) tell the relevant people the story of their travels.