Just unbolt them and put the bits with the jack.
You're over thinking this, I reckon.
DL
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Just unbolt them and put the bits with the jack.
You're over thinking this, I reckon.
DL
Just be careful.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jorn
We have small (narrow) roads with long trucks, and peeking to see if you are safe to pass in an LHD without an on-the-ball, and competent co-pilot is dangerous.
I'd introduce you to a friend of my Dad who used to tour in an LHD Mustang, but he pulled out to peek and they found what was left of him the glove box.
Be careful.
Indeed, overtaking in LHD vehicles is a problem, though that can be avoided by deciding not to overtake. I've actually driven both LHD and RHD vehicles in RHD countries, and I've found that adjusting your 'relflexes' is much more problematic, especially if there aren't a lot of vehicles on the road.Quote:
Originally Posted by BradC
Going through intersections not looking like you are drunk is quite a challenge when suddenly everything is swaped around [biggrin]
But I'll be carefull, don't worry. I'm a competent driver, so I know enough to understand that driving on the other side of the road will pose major challanges.
Not that it will matter much on tracks like the canning and madigan line I assume [bigwhistle]
Hey another Dutchy going down under :)
I have the same considerations as you, though with a different land rover. From what I found and others have also stated, road worthy tests are simple check of lights and brakes, if that, on a cdp. The only real problem I foresee is weight. I believe in oz they van just pull you over and weigh the car and if you are over you're done. Ofcourse we al know and want our cars to be under gvm but I have thus far never been able to even with limited gear :(
Also, I am seriously considering making puchases in oz like the tyres I want, the wrangler mtr with kevlar which are illegal in europe (though I am currently driving on a set...) and a bar would not be a stupid idea either.
In any case! I'll send you a pm, perhaps we can see if our agenda's match etc and do shipping in a 40 ft container :)
Cheers,
-P
Oh that would be amazing!Quote:
Originally Posted by prelude
Reason I didn't buy in Australia is because I'm lacking experience, wanted to get to know the vehicle, and all the related mechanics, before I drive myself into the red center.
Weight is a big consideration, but the 130 has a 3.5 ton gvm and a 2.1 ton lean weight. So 1.4 tons to put mods on..
I understand that when roads close to all trafic except 4wd's, there is also a 3 ton limit, so I'm really hoping to stay below that..
Looking forward to your PM.
In Queensland you are very, very unlikely to be weighed unless you are driving a truck.
Just ask V8Ian!
Jonesfam
I was rarely weighed, but timetables and routes were often adjusted. [bigwhistle]Quote:
Originally Posted by jonesfam
Jorn and Prelude, have a read through "Trip Preparation, Suggestions, Ideas & Advice ". You might be surprised at how little weight addition you don't need. The extreme conditions of this country are often exaggerated.
Check out Karstan And Maxine, a YouTube channel about a young family traveling some remote tracks and exploring iconic locations, in an old Kombie.
For the very few posts I do make on the forum, hopefully the link below may help you Jorn. Not bullbar related but you may get some useful info from Leigh & Steph's youtube. They have recently shipped (About 12 months ago) their Defender from overseas👍GrizzlyNbear Overland - YouTube
Regards,
Joel
Thanks for the tip! Have been following these two for a while, inspired me to take this routeQuote:
Originally Posted by Bushboy2000
Hi Jorn.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jorn
When roads are closed based in weight, due to wet weather, it will be on your GVM not the current weight of the vehicle.
All the best with your trip
Tony