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Submitted: Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 12:30

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Vince NSW

With only 4 weeks to go before we were to leave for the Flinders & a west to east Simpson crossing, found cracks in chassis rails. After talking to engineers they can not be fixed quickly, SO. Looks like a new truck.
Questions for thoes with knowledge :
1.Looking at Navara as I can get a great deal on the run out of the DT22. Any info good or bad ?
2. If I go for the Navara, where do I mount the main box of the Barrett ?
3. Will not have time to get a 2 inch lift before we go, so will this cause big with the Simpson.
4. Have been told by the dealer (Do you believe them) that if I fit a Snorkel I will have enough room to mount aux battery in the engine bay. Has anyone donr this ?

I can get a Duel cab with Bull bar, tow bar Canopy & snorkel fitted for $41K on the road. Best price I have come up with.

Thanks

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Reply By: Member - Duncs - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 13:30

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 13:30

Vince,

It should be pretty simple to check with a 4wd accessories place about the battery/snorkel question.

You will not have any probs with ground clearance on a standard Navara in the Simpson.

Is there a V8 Disco going in your group?

Duncs

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Follow Up By: Vince NSW - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 14:21

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 14:21

Thanks Duncs
I will make some enquries re battery.
As for V8 Disco. NO
My party at this stage will be 1 Navara.
Going to the EO gathering in the Flinders and hope to pick up someone on the way. If not I will stick to the French line & they tell me it is like Pitt St during July
regards
Vince

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Reply By: Grungle - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 18:43

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 18:43

Hi Vince,

We have a dual cab and single cab D22 Navara as our work vehicles. We have our communications and electronic equipment mounted behind the back seat in both which comprises of 3 transceiver bodies, fuse holders and invertor all mounted on a plywood base which is stood off from the back wall and secured by 4 bolts. Saves putting tech screws in the back of the cab and the possibility of water and dust ingress. Looks good too.

Regards
David

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Follow Up By: Vince NSW - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 19:11

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 19:11

Thanks David,
Is there any space under the rear seat ?
Vince

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Follow Up By: Grungle - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 19:28

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 19:28

No unfortunately. The base doesn't move from what I recall so would have to try and remove completely to gain access. Way easier to drop the back seat forward and fit / work on equipment that way.

Regards
David

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Reply By: Willem - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 10:14

Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 10:14

Hi Vince

Sorry to hear of your troubles

Have had good and bad reports on Navara's. Member Extfilm here on EO hates his. Others I have met with Navaras, think they are great. I do think they may be a bit more robust than some of the other makes around.

I wouldn't worry about the 50mm lift for the Simpson considering that Mini Mokes have been driven along the route.

Hope you get things sorted out soon.

Cheers

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Follow Up By: Vince NSW - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 10:40

Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 10:40

Thanks for that Willem,
Looks like I will be doing your trick of useing Jerry cans this trip as there is a 6 - 9 week delay in long range tanks. I will havbe a lot more space in the dule cab so this sohuld not be a prob.
Look forward to seeing you at Warrawena.
Regards
Vince

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Reply By: Leroy - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 11:58

Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 11:58

Vince,

Ask for ABN pricing. Yes I know you will probably say you don't have a business. Anyone can apply for an ABN number. We had Nissan advertised for $33k + on raods for ABN holders on TV a while back. Worth asking the question otherwise enquire at another dealer.

Leroy

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Follow Up By: Vince NSW - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 12:34

Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 12:34

Leroy
Easy to get ain't they, ABN that is. Did it on line yesterday & saved $2k. Needed one anyway for when I leave work in next few years as I will become a parasite called a consultant.
Vince

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