I hope Bowie didn't pay for a D5!
I'm sure his resale will suffer when he decides to sell it. :wasntme:
I hope Bowie didn't pay for a D5!
I'm sure his resale will suffer when he decides to sell it. :wasntme:
To reiterate what Bowie says, this was a reasonably easy crossing into Elliot Falls camp site.. it was borderline wading depth wiseQuote:
Originally Posted by bowie
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Seriously consider a Snorkel as many crossings have drop offs/pot holes that mean you potentially could inadvertently dip the air intake in..it helps mitigate risk.
In regard to cost the LR RAI for the Sport/D3/4 cost approx $1650 fitted and sealed by Opposite Lock (in standard form it is only air rated so needs aftermarket fitting/sealing).
Tyres, suspension and a snorkel are the main issues. Fuel is not a problem. I think all wagons should have a luggage barrier. Corrugations will shake you about so be prepared.
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Where you will get a Safari Snorkel for a D4 fitted for around $700. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by zilch
just confirming the LR RAI price that i got hammerd on BM, with the Safari snorkel is that not like pinning the ugly stick to the victim :wasntme::DQuote:
Originally Posted by Bytemrk
I did two long Cape trips in the last D2 i had.Up and back on the Tele track both trips,plus trips to lots of other places in the area.
As others have said,a snorkle is an absolute must.
Tyre plug repair kit and compresser,and two spare tyres is also a must.
I always have a cargo barrier as well as two batteries,snatch strap,assorted shackles,and long handled shovel.
A good set of tyres,preferably LT rated,and travel as light as possible.
A bar is preferable,but probably not needed if you don't travel at night or at dawn or dusk.I wouldn't worry about rock sliders,although alloy bash plates are pretty light,depending where you go they could be needed.Some sections of the Tele track are pretty rough,as are some other areas,the Pasco river crossing comes to mind.
I carried one jerry just in case,as we went to some very remote areas.
We had no problems,not even a flat tyre.
Walk all the water crossings first,some are very deep,Nolands is one of the deepest.These crossings would be my only worry with the D4,once you stop,get crossed up,or whatever,its all over.Many vehicles have been drowned,but mainly due to stupidity.
The Cape is a fantastic place,i need to get back someday.
Good luck,have a great trip