What have I not thought of!!!

Hi Phil
I'm driving a 2010 Hilux TD SR5 with 73000 km's, as for mechanically the vehicle has had a complete check over new shocks and springs, all oils and fluids replaced, new transmission cooler, EGR and inlet removed and cleaned, new optima batteries and new tyres. As for the boat new 15ft quintrex with new 60 4 stroke, a specially built trailer for the trip with new tyres. As for low range driving not intending to do anything to risky will be travelling by myself.
Thanks
Brad

Hi Raider
Dam !! Bait I didn't think of that bugger. Oh the soft plastics and cast net will have to do. As for overloading the trailer nothing in it bar the fishing gear, I have a brand new hub and bearing with new tyre and wheel ready to bolt on if needed
I will do my best to enjoy myself
Thanks

Dunno ... got a few bites right here! ;)

Hi Bunder dog
I intend to cut through Dunbar Koolatah, it's a purpose built trailer which has more clearance then my Toyota, had to cut the hand brake lever right down so I can put the tail gate down. But I will be asking questions when leaving Karumba on road conditions
Thanks
Brad

Presuming then that your trailer has independent suspension with shocks.

Hi Freedomseeka
Only have a picture of the boat this was taken before it even hit the water last month. I will post at a later date when I have both connected .
I hope this photo turns out, never posted a pic before

Beautiful looking boat mate, do you have good stone protection as they get a bit of a hammering on the dirt roads

I had a full canvas custom cover made, with double layers up front and covers down to the bottom of the hull, with a full Suzuki padded motor cover from the prop to the top.
Hopefully this gives some protection!!

Mate just get in your Hilux and go, you sound like you have it all covered. It is a pretty straight forward trip if you are not doing the OTT

Enjoy

That's a great looking tinnie. Along the way make sure you check the bolts on the keel rollers and the beds. They may loosen on some of the rougher roads. Look forward to seeing pics of the truck and trailer ready to hit the tracks.

Sounds like the tug is OK and I cannot comment on your personals... but hear are a few comments on the tinnie.
I agree.... nice tinnie. I notice there does not appear to be a tie down strap. May be you have brackets on the transom, if not I would definitely tie it down. I would also recommend a motor support bracket. The Y type that mounts on the trailer and goes at the back of the skeg. Someone else also mentioned Japanese bearings....these are a must. Do you have bearing buddies? I would fit these and take a small grease gun. Make sure the plastic petrol tank in the boat is sitting on a nice thick piece of rubber and has no rubbing edges. I would take a spare fuel line and priming bulb. Make sure your wheel brace fits the trailer and you have a bottle jack...this is not just for the trailer...but a 2.5 tonne bottle jack is a must. Don;t forget a couple of good size timber blocks. I see you have an electric motor..... you must take a battery charger....or even better a charger and a jumper pack.
Have a great trip

Typo barnray

Hi Tony
I asked to have shocks put on the trailer but after discussing with the trailer company and others that have travelled with boats many times. It was recommended to go fixed leaf springs (not the ones that slide at the rear) with a tyre that has some height in the side wall. Reasons being shocks will take a beating from rocks and sand, because of the height of the tyres (27x8.5R14) I have a lot room to move with pressures to suit the conditions
That's a very brief reason behind it
Regards

Don't forget some tie wire and let air out of your tyres.

Hi Derek

That's one thing I haven't purchased
Good idea
Thank you

Brad.
My remark was directed at bunderdog, not yourself. Leaf springs in general are more user servicable than independent, and yes shocks are a great idea to reduce the rebound from leaf set ups. The big issue in collateral damage is being able to drive to conditions.
Cheers.
Tony F8.

Hi Stu
Brand new tyres on both fresh from the factory, have spare fuel filter for car but not for boat, the boat only has 11 hours on it from new. it has a water seperater but have a Mr Funnel just as a back up hope this is enough
Cheers

Hi Mazzy1
Thanks for the update and tip for water intake, just curious what size boat did you have in tow? and weight if known