2004 Hilux SR5 3.0 TD

Submitted: Monday, Jun 21, 2004 at 09:05
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Hi all,

Am currently in the US with work and will be purchasing a new Dual Cab when I return to replace my old 60 series. I am looking to add a dual battery system, fit a remote head codan and a GME TX 4400 for starters. I have already ordered a snorkel and winch bar. No winch yet, I currently have a 2.5t tirfor for that along with a high lift jace etc.

My questions are:

Can you fit a dual battery system under the bonnet if there is a snorkel fitted. If not, has anyone fitted a drop down battery beneath the tray? I've sketched out a plan to do this for my current dodge dakota, so I'm sure it would work on a hilux. It is similar to the Army battery box for the Landrovers that are fitted for radio; however, instead of sliding out for servicing it would drop down on the slides. Not sure if anyone has tried this. If you have I'd love to see how you went about it. I don't want to lose the load space and can't see myself cutting a hole in the floor.

What about the radios, any experience would be greatly appreciated. I've asked this before and been advised that the TX4400 should fit below the radio if I remove the toyota one and replace it with an after market CD player. Does anyone have any pictures of this? As for the Codan, I'm thinking that the remote head should be mounted on an overhead console which will also house the speaker. What about the main box, will it fit under the passenger seat? I'm thinking of putting the spare on a carrier on the back and mounting the autotuner there as well, otherwise it will go on the bullbar. Advice???

Thanks in advance for passing on your experience and advice.

Cheers

Craig
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