New GU Patrol, range of questions...

Submitted: Sunday, Mar 06, 2005 at 10:08
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Hi,

I'm about to take delivery of a new GU 3.0 diesel patrol, and I've got a few questions that some one may be able to help out with.

I'm trading up from '90 GQ (petrol). I'm going to book both cars into the local ARB (Darwin) and get them to transfer a couple of things across (roof rack, air compressor and have a duel battery system installed)

First, is there any other little things I should think about getting done while I've got it in at ARB? For example are the standard recovery points on the GU sufficient?

I'm getting an extra powerpoint added to the rear. ARB told me that the rear cigarette lighter socket is only on with the ignition and that the wiring isn't good enough for a fridge, and have recommended a hella socket.

I'm thinking of getting a roof console added as there doesn't appear to be any good spot for a CB on the dash (and I'd like to get a HF radio as well). Or is there an easy radio mounting spot I've not noticed.

Finally tyres...

I'm going to do the GRR, Mitchell Plat, Broome and Bungle Bungles over the easter period. I'm concerned about the 17in wheels and the apprent difficulty in getting spares.

My rolls-royce solution is to buy 6 steel rims, and 6 tyres, and change tyres from the stock tyres to the steel rims when planning on 4wding. Obviously that isn't cheap. Would I be better off just buying an extra 17in tyre and carrying it, and just swaping rims if I get a damaged tyre. I am concerned about alloy rims, which is what lead me to think about buying 6 steel rims.

Or should I just trade in the alloy rims and leave the steel rims permenantly on the vehicle. I am thinking that the advantage of having two sets of wheels is that I could get a more aggressive off road tyre for the steel rims, and still keep a smoother quieter ride for around town.

Looking for some thoughts!
TIA
Dog
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