2012 RRS what Else is Required Re Touring

[tonyci]

Hi Everybody

I have almost got SHMBO across the line to get a 2012 RRS. I would purchase one with the 19 inch rims rather then 20 inch. In order to get a slightly better tyre choice.
My question is if me the good lady want to tour outback aka Gibb river road,central Australia, Flinders etc. What additional off road equipment would be required (desired) to be fitted to car. I gather the amount of RRS equipment is rather limited. Or is the car right to go straight out of the showroom.
The 2012 model looks to have more overhang front and rear , possibly effecting approach and departure angles is this correct ?.
Thanks in advance for any replies.
Tony

[fatnold]

If nothing else, a second battery.

[Josh_WA]

There are heaps of stuff you could need but it depends where your likely to go, how long for and if just touring on dirt roads or doing full on 4x4ing while loaded up with kit.

Handy things for any travel would be the second battery for fridge ect, maybe a roof rack, maybe a tow bar hitch so you can get one of those slip in recovery points.

Would be awesome to see a brand new RRS all kitted out with goodies.

Cheers

[tonyci]

Thanks Josh.
Yes do some 4x4 , plan to stay away approx 6 weeks at a time.
I checked the ARB web site for example the RRS is not even listed.
Cheers.
Tony

[Meccles]

Working on it with mine. SWMBO insisting that any money spent on RRS equivalent must go to her special account. Makes it a bit slower! Had setback with the A/T General Grabbers from UK, pity they sent wrong tires! Got the racks, got second battery, got better jack etc, going to fit cruiser spare wheel winch. Next one is wheels/tyres. Need it all at moment on Sunshine Coast roads/weather pretty bad. Watching all sorts of cars slipping/sliding around. The sport is serene in these conditions.

[Josh_WA]

Yeah it might be a battle for aftermarket 4x4 kit. check this site out for some good info.

http://rrsport.co.uk/forum/

Cheers

[Graeme]

maybe a tow bar hitch so you can get one of those slip in recovery points.
Doesn't the RRS have the same recovery point in the rear bumper as the D3/4?

[Josh_WA]

Doesn't the RRS have the same recovery point in the rear bumper as the D3/4?

Yeah it prob does... I've not really looked at one up close though.

[Meccles]

They do. Not something I have thought necessary to change

[p38arover]

2012 RRS what Else is Required Re Touring

A Land Cruiser to tow it off the GRR?

[Celtoid]

Much ado about nothing I'd wager.....

Talk to GGHaggis, I recon you'd be packing the same gear as everbody else going on a trip regardless of their vehicle. It's a very capabale truck.

[Redback]

Snorkle would be a good idea, also some 18" rims and a dual battery system, GGHaggis would be the man to talk to about 18" rims.

I'm pretty sure Safari do a snorkle for the RRS.

Baz.

[tonyci]

Thanks Everybody.
I am certainly glad SHMBO is not reading this thread, buying a LC 200 to tow it would not go down well.
Cheers
Tony

[mowog]

Thanks Everybody.
I am certainly glad SHMBO is not reading this thread, buying a LC 200 to tow it would not go down well.
Cheers
Tony

The LC 200 maybe... if it doesn't run out of oil or drop a drive shaft and provided you survive from the choking dust that gets into cabin then you might find it useful... :wasntme:

[DiscoWeb]

Hi Everybody

I have almost got SHMBO across the line to get a 2012 RRS. I would purchase one with the 19 inch rims rather then 20 inch. In order to get a slightly better tyre choice.
My question is if me the good lady want to tour outback aka Gibb river road,central Australia, Flinders etc. What additional off road equipment would be required (desired) to be fitted to car.
Tony

Tony,

A set of quality A/T tryes (as a minimum) and possibly an additional spare would be all that you need to tackle this terrain, provided you had a some quality comms gear, basic self recovery kit and some 4wd experience (particularly if you are doing things solo).

As mentioned forum member gghaggis has an 18in rim option for the 3.0 l vehicles with the bigger brakes.

Second battery and a fridge will mean you can travel with cold beer and keep you food longer, nice but not absolutely necessary.

Snorkel etc would be good when it gets really dusty but again provided you can clean and air filter not a necessity, unless you are planning deep water crossing.

Roof rack is handy for throwing camping gear on and if you want to take some additional fuel containers they are best carried on the roof as well.

Otherwise pack her up and get out and get dirty. The RRS and D4 is a simply amazing bit of kit off road and eats long distance touring, you will love it.

Better check your recovery points as you may find you are the one towing LC200 and Patrols !

Enjoy.

George

[tonyci]

George
Thanks. Cold beer hard to imagine as an optional extra in my case out there.
We have an Engel that has seen many a trip in an old V8 County many moons ago,so dual battery a given.
Cheers
Tony

[101RRS]

I'm pretty sure Safari do a snorkle for the RRS.

Baz.

No safari snorkle or any other snorkle for the RRS - the OEM RAI or something home made.

If you are looking for a mainly touring vehicle then I would go a D4 - a bit longer and better internal shape for carrying gear. Also easier to put in a longrange tank and spare wheel carrier - can be done on a RRS as well but doesn't look right. Also a bull bar can go on a D4 but not legally on a RRS.

Garry

[Graeme]

A set of quality A/T tryes
I don't suppose the 19" GY Duratracs are available here yet as I think they should be a good 19" outback touring tyre, apart from the same sidewall height limitation as the old MTRs.

[sniegy]

Tonyci,
Setting up the vehicle depends on how much money you want to spend!:p
In no particular order, here are some things that may be on your list.

Tyres/wheels - Gordon(gghaggis) has the best option for this as well as a small list of under vehicle protection plates if req.
GOE Australia - Land Rover D3 (LR3), D4 (LR4),FL2 and Range Rover Sport Training and info (http://www.greenovalexperience.com/index.html)

2nd Battery - Tim(drivesafe) has the best option for this as well as a list of electrical requirements if req.
Traxide (http://www.traxide.com.au/Traxide.html)

Llams - Graeme has the best option for this, extendable suspension operation system, also allows for increased height driving on sand crested roads etc.

Raised Air intake-only option at present is the factory one.

Swing away carrier - to remove spare from under vehicle

Axe, Shovel mount - (if wheel carrier is purchased) you can fit one of these on the back.
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Long Range tank - sits in situ of spare wheel, greater fuel range.

Roof Rack - many options, just be careful to not overload roof, max capacity is 71.8 kg. (this is to include roof rack & rails)

Air Compressor - ARB is my choice, but again there are many more.

Recovery Kit - ARB again is my choice & there are many components that can be purchased in kit form.

CB & Aerial - again choices are varied & owner preferenced.
GME, Uniden, Icom, Oricon

Maxtrax - great in sandy locations especially if you are alone.
MAXTRAX: Vehicle Extraction & Recovery (http://www.maxtrax.com.au/)

Winch - if required, hidden mount, factory mounted system or a hand winch.

Factory e-diff if ordering a new vehicle, well worth it for the small amount of extra money.

Hope this helps in some way.
Its always fun setting up a new vehicle & seeing whats out there to improve & help your vehicle.

Good luck & enjoy.

p.s. take lots of photos for us, we all like photos cause thems the:rulez:

[tonyci]

Thanks Sniegy
Good list to consider. Too right money is always an issue, but you only live once.

SHMBO has now approved to RRS so its up to me to strike while the iron is hot and sort out my trade in. Hope the wait for the car is not too long.
Thanks again to everyone for their help.
Cheers
Tony.

[Jimmy Salsa]

We've done quite a lot of touring (Kimberley, Fraser, Red Centre etc.) as well as a lot of serious offroading (JamieOGilmore's Channel - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/jamieogilmore)

We've done all of that without the long range tank or swing away wheel carriers (I just think they look terrible on the RRS).

While there is very limited room in the RRS for storage, there are some easy ways to get around it. Also depends on whether you are towing an off-road camper of course.

Here's the list of things we've bolted to the sport

LR Winch (requires cutting of front bumper to install)
Front bash plate
LR Air Intake (Modified install to full snorkel capabilities)
GME UHF (use hidden head unit under steering column cover to minimise impact)
Rhino Racks with expedition cage (lighter system than most others)
Elec brake controller (essential if you're going to be towing long distances offroad) + anderson charge plug at rear
Dual Battery (Optima with redarc isolator fits well)
Rear LED interior light bar (rear light in RRS is mounted too low and not useable with gear packed in boot)
ARB fridge and slide (Note: you need to modify access for spare if you mount a slide in as you can no longer raise the rear storage flap)
Dog Guard with shovel and mattock mounted (essential if you want to pack a bit of gear in boot)
ARB awning
Twin 6000 lumens LED spotlights (RRS high beams are rubbish)
ECU upgrade for more power/economy
LLams offroad height controller (we found this invaluable for a lot of offroad touring)
Mitch Bros offroad hitch (only required if you'll be towing)
17inch steel rims with muddies (definitely order a set of 18's)

We mounted the extra spare tyre on the roof and put a space case up there for extra storage

Make sure you also order the new sport with the E-Diff option as it can't be retro fitted. It makes a huge difference in offroad ability and is great value.

Cheers

[sniegy]

Jimmy,
Vehicle looks good in the Vid.;)

[Mike_S]

As Jimmy mentioned, make sure you spec with the e-diff, it does make a difference. Not many RRS's will come with those fitted in my experience, whereas a fair few Disco's will have them. Without the diff it's very capable, with it just gives it the edge.

Over and above the gear mine already has, I'll be going for a LLAMS kit, dual battery, UHF, fridge and probably a long range tank as I'm burning jungle juice rather than oil, so range is somewhat limited. I'd go for a bar on the front if there was one, but there isn't so I'll just have to keep my eyes peeled for the wildlife I guess and try and aim for it with the winch tray.

I have to say though, as a standard vehicle you really wouldn't *need* to do an awful lot to it, the capability is already there. Anything you add will only be to personal requirement / additional safety. Rear space is limited on the RRS, our dog's going to have to get used to sharing her space once the car's here....

[Graeme]

LLams offroad height controller (we found this invaluable for a lot of offroad touring)
:BigThumb:

[camel_landy]

Frankly, it doesn't really need anything!

The only things I'd fit are as follows:

* Raised Air Intake
* Sump guard
* Load barrier

...and if carrying a fridge, maybe a spare battery.

The RRS has the same recovery points as the Disco. Don't do a roof-rack, just pack properly instead.

As for spares, etc... Maybe a second spare tyre.

M

[tonyci]

Thanks Everybody.
Well the order was placed on Saturday pick up the RRS on Friday next week.
A few people have mentioned a sump guard who supplies these ?.
Next challenge is to find time to take it out and enjoy.
Tony

[101RRS]

See here GOE Australia - Land Rover D3 (LR3), D4 (LR4),FL2 and Range Rover Sport Training and info (http://www.greenovalexperience.com/)

Is a member of AULRO

[CSBrisie]

the genuine LR sump guard isnt cheap - especially if you buy from the dealer. You can always consider buying from a dealer in the UK like I did (given high exchange rate). Was much cheaper (Duckworth Parts, google it and they have a buy on line shop; VAT free)

[Fatso]

Would not spend to much to start with , but a 12v fridge , uhf or hf radio , first aid box , second ( AGM ) battery which can be charged with a in car 12v charger would be i would start with . Start with little steps and work it out as you go , you may find that you dont need all these extras people stick on their cars , just drive to conditions this solves most problems , plan well and just get out there and enjoy !!!