Thread: D4 build begins...

Originally Posted by simoncs

Hi all,

Very happy with my new purchase!

And as soon as I work out a way to enter navigation destinations whilst moving, I will be even happier - anyone?

I have already ordered:

GOE 18' rims from gghaggis
Traxide dual battery from drivesafe
Rocksliders from disco3qld

Most likely going to go with Continental cross contact A/T 255/60/18 or the GG AT2 255/60/18.

I have also tried to contact Stornoway SA about the cut-down version of the expedition roofrack he had on his D3. (see his album) That looks just what I am looking for - a low profile full length platform roof rack. I am not keen on the windcheetah - it just looks like it sits too high. I have factory fitted extended roof rails so would like something that basically just rests on top of these or has short feet.

I will also try to fit the redarc trailer brake controller using syniegy's notes - (I hope this should be straight forward enough?).
Then the Mitch Hitch.

Eventually the bullbar and winch, most likely from OL and the rear wheel carrier.

During my research i put together some options and prices that might prove useful to others. see attached spreadsheet

cheers

Simon

Can't be done, saftey issue.

Baz.

One other suggestion - look at 265/60R18 tyres, as they're still a legal option and it is a more common size.

Also I can't see LLAMS or GOE rods on the list, a must!

Did u get my message re the Expo Rack? Very easy to do and I agree it looks the goods and functioned well!

Originally Posted by ~Rich~

Also I can't see LLAMS or GOE rods on the list, a must!

Totally agree with Rich one 4wd outing and the decision will be made for you, it was for me. Have a look at my build thread heaps of photos of many of the accessories you are looking at otherwise feel free to pm me any questions you may have

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/d3-d4-rrs/...3-buildup.html

Cheers
Julian

thanks guys.

i couldn't find any tires in the 265/60/18 size that have as an aggressive tread pattern as the conti's or gg's. I think these tyres come closest to my original preference of BFG AT, but i am concerned about the size of these for insurance implications.(which i haven't checked yet)

Llams / rods - rods definitely on the list - thanks for the reminder. I am just concerned about LLAMS and warranty issues - I know there are a number of threads on here, but i haven't had a chance to go through them yet.

Stornaway - didn't get your message sorry. can you try to resend it? or add the details here?

DoctorJ - i have been watching your thread with interest - I have already been in contact with 4x4de about their wheel carrier. What i might do though with camping light is not fix it permanently. I will have an andersen plug at the tow hitch for the trailer (which i don't have yet), and i might just connect a light with a spring clamp to that when i need it. It might just save having the extra wiring in place, and would mean it's easier to take the wheel carrier off.

G'day Simon both units (Llams or Rods) are quickly removed if need be so I wouldn't be to worried about the Insurance implications, my decision was made on whether I was likely to change over the rods every time I wanted to go 4wding and the truth be known I much preferred the once installed forever done system that Llams offers, both units effectively offer the same lift so no difference there, there's a fairly large difference in price but i was happy to wear that and after taking her out on Sunday I'm happy with the choice.

Cheers
Julian

Originally Posted by DoctorJ

... my decision was made on whether I was likely to change over the rods every time I wanted to go 4wding ...

Cheers
Julian

Just to clarify - you don't need to change "over" the rods - that implies you have to swap from one set to another. You just swap over one connection. Easy to do and takes less than 10secs per wheel.

Cheers,

Gordon