Water Crossing in 80 Series Landcruiser
Submitted: Thursday, Apr 18, 2002 at 00:00
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Gordon
My wife and I are heading for the Kimberlies solo in June in my 80 Series turbo diesel and want to be prepared for possible deep water crossings. I have fitted a
snorkel and will be taking a radiator blind. We have an electric winch and recovery gear just in case the worst should happen. I know to
check water depths/ obstacles, wind down windows and have a winching plan. But I have heard that it is also advisable to slacken the radiator belts and either plug or fit breather extensions to clutch housing, diff housing and timing cover. I have 2 Questions: 1)For anyone who's been to the Kimberlies at that time, can you advise likelihood of deep water on either the
Gibb River Road or the Kalumbaroo Road? 2)For others who have done deep water crossings, how do you prepare your vehicle prior to taking the plunge?
Reply By: Clay Golledge - Friday, Apr 19, 2002 at 00:00
Friday, Apr 19, 2002 at 00:00
I have done the
Kalumburu road several times, it is likely to be more of a problem than the GRR. If the road is open, and it should be by June then there are unlikely to be any problems for an 80 series with a
snorkel. The last 70 odd k's from Theda to
Kalumburu can be pretty rough depending on where the
Grader is and what has been done. It's a good idea to overnight at Theda and do the trip to
Kalumburu slowly the next day with a couple of good scenic river crossings for stops and maybe a bit of fishing. Make sure you go out to
Honeymoon beach and catch up with Les..it's quite an experience!
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Reply By: Michelle - ExplorOz - Thursday, Apr 25, 2002 at 00:00
Thursday, Apr 25, 2002 at 00:00
Gordon - you are unlikely to encounter any water crossing on the GRR that will cause you a problem during June (refer to current road condition reports to see how it is now). However, you never can tell with the
Kalumburu Rd, especially towards the top. In this case, the advice you have received here is all accurate. Extending diff breathers should be the first mod you ever make to your vehicle anyway. Do that even before buying the
snorkel! It's fairly easy and costs next to nothing to do.
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