Thread: 2012 RRS what Else is Required Re Touring

Snorkle would be a good idea, also some 18" rims and a dual battery system, GGHaggis would be the man to talk to about 18" rims.

I'm pretty sure Safari do a snorkle for the RRS.

Baz.

Thanks Everybody.
I am certainly glad SHMBO is not reading this thread, buying a LC 200 to tow it would not go down well.
Cheers
Tony

Originally Posted by tonyci

Thanks Everybody.
I am certainly glad SHMBO is not reading this thread, buying a LC 200 to tow it would not go down well.
Cheers
Tony

The LC 200 maybe... if it doesn't run out of oil or drop a drive shaft and provided you survive from the choking dust that gets into cabin then you might find it useful...

Originally Posted by tonyci

Hi Everybody

I have almost got SHMBO across the line to get a 2012 RRS. I would purchase one with the 19 inch rims rather then 20 inch. In order to get a slightly better tyre choice.
My question is if me the good lady want to tour outback aka Gibb river road,central Australia, Flinders etc. What additional off road equipment would be required (desired) to be fitted to car.
Tony

Tony,

A set of quality A/T tryes (as a minimum) and possibly an additional spare would be all that you need to tackle this terrain, provided you had a some quality comms gear, basic self recovery kit and some 4wd experience (particularly if you are doing things solo).

As mentioned forum member gghaggis has an 18in rim option for the 3.0 l vehicles with the bigger brakes.

Second battery and a fridge will mean you can travel with cold beer and keep you food longer, nice but not absolutely necessary.

Snorkel etc would be good when it gets really dusty but again provided you can clean and air filter not a necessity, unless you are planning deep water crossing.

Roof rack is handy for throwing camping gear on and if you want to take some additional fuel containers they are best carried on the roof as well.

Otherwise pack her up and get out and get dirty. The RRS and D4 is a simply amazing bit of kit off road and eats long distance touring, you will love it.

Better check your recovery points as you may find you are the one towing LC200 and Patrols !

Enjoy.

George

George
Thanks. Cold beer hard to imagine as an optional extra in my case out there.
We have an Engel that has seen many a trip in an old V8 County many moons ago,so dual battery a given.
Cheers
Tony

Originally Posted by Redback

I'm pretty sure Safari do a snorkle for the RRS.

Baz.

No safari snorkle or any other snorkle for the RRS - the OEM RAI or something home made.

If you are looking for a mainly touring vehicle then I would go a D4 - a bit longer and better internal shape for carrying gear. Also easier to put in a longrange tank and spare wheel carrier - can be done on a RRS as well but doesn't look right. Also a bull bar can go on a D4 but not legally on a RRS.

Garry

Originally Posted by DiscoWeb

A set of quality A/T tryes

I don't suppose the 19" GY Duratracs are available here yet as I think they should be a good 19" outback touring tyre, apart from the same sidewall height limitation as the old MTRs.

Tonyci,
Setting up the vehicle depends on how much money you want to spend!
In no particular order, here are some things that may be on your list.

Tyres/wheels - Gordon(gghaggis) has the best option for this as well as a small list of under vehicle protection plates if req.
GOE Australia - Land Rover D3 (LR3), D4 (LR4),FL2 and Range Rover Sport Training and info

2nd Battery - Tim(drivesafe) has the best option for this as well as a list of electrical requirements if req.
Traxide

Llams - Graeme has the best option for this, extendable suspension operation system, also allows for increased height driving on sand crested roads etc.

Raised Air intake-only option at present is the factory one.

Swing away carrier - to remove spare from under vehicle

Axe, Shovel mount - (if wheel carrier is purchased) you can fit one of these on the back.
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Long Range tank - sits in situ of spare wheel, greater fuel range.

Roof Rack - many options, just be careful to not overload roof, max capacity is 71.8 kg. (this is to include roof rack & rails)

Air Compressor - ARB is my choice, but again there are many more.

Recovery Kit - ARB again is my choice & there are many components that can be purchased in kit form.

CB & Aerial - again choices are varied & owner preferenced.
GME, Uniden, Icom, Oricon

Maxtrax - great in sandy locations especially if you are alone.
MAXTRAX: Vehicle Extraction & Recovery

Winch - if required, hidden mount, factory mounted system or a hand winch.

Factory e-diff if ordering a new vehicle, well worth it for the small amount of extra money.

Hope this helps in some way.
Its always fun setting up a new vehicle & seeing whats out there to improve & help your vehicle.

Good luck & enjoy.

p.s. take lots of photos for us, we all like photos cause thems the