Thread: ARN: 49057 FFR AKA "Rango"

Originally Posted by Aaron IIA

Not a story, but the regulations as set down by the government authority charged with regulating the airspace.

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Originally Posted by Aaron IIA

But it is as far as CASA is concerned. If it is 2km away and you can't see it, then the point is that you don't know exactly where it is.

Yes you do, they are GPS controlled and you can see where you are flying, so in this instance I don’t have an issue with it at all.

While I fly within the rules I have no issues with anyone flying where they want on their own property (as long as it isn’t in a no fly zone). No different to a farmer using one to check water troughs, stock etc. The rules are there for the majority and don’t cover all circumstances. I wouldn’t fly mine 2km from my house but would fly it 2km on a friends farm or property (with permission). Even on the in-laws 40 acres, I can’t see mine when it’s out at the boundary’s but they are fine that I fly there, the cows don’t seem to mind, so not sure why CASA would either and really should butt out of what is done on ones own property (again as long as it isn’t in a no fly zone) - they need to concentrate on the idiots out there that do dumb things around Airports and others properties without permission.

I have since sold the Defender to make more time and money for the Perentie.
I have recently serviced the passenger side rear hub, the grease was almost like oil.
I am getting heat in this hub after a longer period of driving.
I have it booked in for a service and the local mechanic is going to check this out.
The front and rear output seals are leaking so the handbrake inst usable at the moment.
I got new seals from M.R Automotive as well as fuel filter, oil filter and the inner and outer air filter. They were all genuine parts and delivered with 48 hours from order.
As it is coming up to 200,000kms, I also have the oil for engine, gearbox/transfer and diffs.
I have recently purchased an army looking water Jerry can for the back.
I am about to do the tailgate conversion as mine is a FFR.
I am also going to take out the front box that sits just behind the seat bulkhead.
I just ordered POLYSTONE 7000 from DOTMAR in order to make some draws.
I am hoping to have this done with in the first week of the holidays.
Once this is finished, I will being getting ready to paint as mine is very ordinary looking.

When you do the front and rear Tc seals don’t forget to buy the 2 large nyloc nuts that hold the output flanges in place
Also check that the Tc breather is clear. A blockage could cause the output seals to leak.
The warm rear hub could be binding brake shoes
Good luck!

Originally Posted by Phil B

When you do the front and rear Tc seals don’t forget to buy the 2 large nyloc nuts that hold the output flanges in place
Also check that the Tc breather is clear. A blockage could cause the output seals to leak.
The warm rear hub could be binding brake shoes
Good luck!

What is the reason behind getting the 2 large nyloc nuts? are they the same nut?
Yes i will check the breathers, thanks for reminding me.
I am thinking it is the brakes rubbing on the drums. I have new brake pads and cylinders ready to go.
Thanks for your reply. I shall let you know how it goes.

Originally Posted by Landy Smurf

What is the reason behind getting the 2 large nyloc nuts? are they the same nut?
Yes i will check the breathers, thanks for reminding me.
I am thinking it is the brakes rubbing on the drums. I have new brake pads and cylinders ready to go.
Thanks for your reply. I shall let you know how it goes.

There is one large (29mm?) nyloc nut on each output shaft that secure the drive flanges.
If they are loose that could also be the source of your leaks

I have mostly finished doing a tailgate conversion. The Jerry can holders are still off as I am going to modify them. It is an easy conversion if you do not have a hardtop on. I had to end up cutting the 'valance' piece in half as the alternative was to take the hardtop off.
I have not decided what I will do with the tailgate lights and number plate yet- whether to go military look or series.
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Considering both my partner and myself are teachers who are also studying we find it hard to get away. We really only have Saturdays off. So The idea was to getaway Friday night. However unless it is daylight savings it means we will be setting up in the dark so we needed a quick getaway and an easy setup. Which is why I have decided to build in a few drawers, kitchen and bed.
I have not finished yet but I am at the stage where I want to test it out before going any further.
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During Travel the tables slide under the mattress, which makes them stable and easy to get out straight away or they can stay there if just accessing the drawers.
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First thing out when setting up will be the 2 tables or if just pulling up to sleep.
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This is the basic setup. I have a 270 awning which covers this area. I did think about putting a wooden kitchen/bench top off to the side which inserts in the front side of the kitchen like the DRIFTA ones but found this much more simple, quick and versatile.