Thread: New D4 - now the expensive bit begins.

Why isn't the website more specific then about where these "imperfections or dags" are?
I still can't see 700 + bucks worth of value in something probably made in China out of a bit of square tube and flat plate. Must be the "Made in Oz" packaging....
AlanH.

Mustn't let the CFO see this post. Busy convincing her to change the D2a for a newish D4 and have mentioned accessories in passing but not to this level of detail!

Originally Posted by Shakey

Mustn't let the CFO see this post. Busy convincing her to change the D2a for a newish D4 and have mentioned accessories in passing but not to this level of detail!

If it has no mods,budget on $10K to fit it out
Then start talking marine for everything else,ie BOAT!!!!!
Andrew

Originally Posted by ATH

Why isn't the website more specific then about where these "imperfections or dags" are?

I still can't see 700 + bucks worth of value in something probably made in China out of a bit of square tube and flat plate. Must be the "Made in Oz" packaging....

AlanH.

Small volume, Aussie fabricated, Complianced and certified (there's the main cost)...
Removes issues of D3/RRS unable to remove spare with stock hitch attached (priceless)
Rated for 3,500 at pin height of 500mm which is important as using non-std height hitches in the factory receiver can impact rating...

How about dropping the whole "probably from China" BS

Seems VERY specific about where the imperfections are actually.. Check for any casting imperfections and dags AND install wedge... that's correct use English!!

Yes please don't bag them out, I might need one of those if I decide to become one of those people who tow a trailer one day! They're the only choice we have... And they frequent this forum..

I have a well kitted out D3 and would I do it again, no... I would seriously consider every add on before putting it on. Every modification can cause issues and ultimately make it harder to get to fix issues whilst out travelling. My body would have been off twice in the last 4 months but would have been a huge job due to what I have bolted and wired on. Due to the niche expertise of some mechanics in SA and TAS I have managed to carry on without a body off but very lucky and certainly the dealers it has been to have said it's a body off job. I believe the D3 and D4 are very capable stick standard and then some add ons make a big difference and others just add weight. Worth thinking about before going too far :-)

Originally Posted by Trngia

I believe the D3 and D4 are very capable stick standard and then some add ons make a big difference and others just add weight. Worth thinking about before going too far :-)

This is very good advice.

Cheers,
Jon

Originally Posted by Tombie

Small volume, Aussie fabricated, Complianced and certified (there's the main cost)...

How about dropping the whole "probably from China" BS

Trouble is people see these things as just a few bits of steel welded together and have no appreciation of the work that goes in to designing them, certifying them and ensuring that the quality of the manufacture is consistent with what is required for any compliance or potential legal problems if there is a failure. These things are not just something knocked up in someone's shed.

Even if they did come from China, all those costs still exist. Unless you have significant infrastructure already in place, it is actually very difficult to get something like this made in China to the required quality - regardless of cost.

Cheers,
Jon