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I source latches like these from U.E.S. (Universal Engineer's Supplies)

http://www.uesint.com/

Have just about all of them on display in their outlets.

I'll agree.... that Modified TJM bar looks hot!

Not a fan of full comp barwork, but that is an awesome mix of both with the best headlight protection too!

I use a product called Tank-Cleen from any Caravan supplies store, worked a treat on my stainlesss tank with no dramas at all.

Have also been recommended the Vinegar and Bi-Carb.

Yep sounds about right...my Maverick is in the mechanics as we speak getting clutch done...

$420 in Labour
$70 odd in Flywheel Machining
+ Rear Main Seal

My Xtreme Outback clutch kit cost me $470

Yeah any 34.5mm x 20mm Narva Switches fit perfect, the likes of:
#63010BL up to #63027BL

On page 3 of the Narva Switches listing here:
http://www.narva.com.au/Switches_11.html

I find it better not to file the corner out of the dash, switches are a lot firmer and stay in.

Don't know of any, but I used to work for Manheim Fowles here in Adelaide, some reasonable parts come up occasionally

Just beware, especially 4wd's - most of these have been moved by a forklift and the underbody may appear okay but could expect damaged tailshafts etc.

Pod filter behind the headlight... ok until you add a snorkel as any real 4wd should have.

I currently have a 55Ah in the petrol model battery tray in my Maverick, my newish Engel will probably use approx. 20-25Ah/day in reasonable weather on fridge mode, and remembering you can't use the last 20% of battery power I can usually last 1.5-2 days in camp without starting the vehicle.

I'm in ...

Maybe with interest from these forums we can look at a better price on a group buy?

I'm currently looking at buying one of those same breather kits, hopefully they stay less than the current $92 on ebay... was bidding up to $87 on the last set I wanted.

I have a GQ Patrol/Maverick so my original diff breather tube fitting simply unscrews and is replaced by the push-on hose fitting ...

I bought a little hand pump from an auto store here in Adelaide, screws into the neck of all your usual oil containers (castrol, shell bottles etc.. up to 4L) and has a hose off to your diff... even a clever little clip to hold the end of the hose in the filler point!

I think they're only about $10 ...

One idea I keep thinking of... you sound like you tow a camper and all the other gear - how about mounting one of those tall pipe style gas hot water / showers (I think they are an Aussie Camp Shower?)

Seen them mounted on the A-frames of campers, but with my water in the 4wd and 3kg gas bottle in ...

I use the Hella Single Beam one as a reverse light and find it great...

Doesn't move or vibrate loose, is high pressure hose waterproof for when I'm washing the weekend mud off and gives great light output

There is a company that lists both types on ebay regularly at a reasonable price.

A couple of years back someone listed these on ebay and had a good source for them...

where can I find something like this or similiar? My Mav LWB runs gearbox packers as well, but the transfer sits exposed.

These were made of 3mm plate and bolted to existing holes in the chassis with threaded ...

Yes they are great, even compared to the smaller GME TX3200 released at the same time they have all the extra features, I've seen and heard them both and glad these have squelch and priority channel scanning as well which is a big plus. (Priority channel scan allows you to monitor your primary ...

I have a 12v power adaptor designed for a laptop... steps 12v up to 16v or 18v for the laptop.

Bought it on Ebay from a place called Direct Australia $80-$90 or something...



http://www.directaustralia.com/

Just had a quick look but couldn't find it there, works on most late model laptops ...

I may have discovered half my problem on closer inspection today...

It appears there is oil leaking from the water drain plug on the bellhousing, I removed the little plug and none ran out but over the weekend I'll move the truck to level ground and then also check the gearbox fluid level and ...

does anyone have any photos of a gq with body lift and kaymar bar fitted cause mines got a 2 inch body lift. ...

I'm sure Bazzles red Mav has or had the Kaymar Rear Bar with a bodylifted cab?... has the different tread plate and doesn't look out of place, not sure on the amount of bodylift.

you ...

I recently scored a GQ Kaymar Bar (no swing-arms) on Ebay for $330

They are mighty strong, but does leave my 149L long range tank even more exposed without the hayman reese towbar under there

The Kaymar towbar is even higher again so if you tow regularly a bigger dropped tow tongue is a definate ...

So what I can see from previous posts on new clutches...

An Exedy Safari Tuff Clutch to suit a TD42 (NSK-6830ST) will fit straight up to what I have with the Petrol TB42 - correct?

I'll make sure the flywheel is machined and go a new rear main seal at the same time.

Thanks.

Edit: Ok just noticed ...

92 Mav TB42 with 33's

After a recent play weekend my clutch engaging height has appeared to change all of a sudden (perhaps... never noticed it so much before!)

It's now only just engaging the clutch with my foot almost completely off the pedal where it even takes a lot to stall the engine with ...

Yep all the above figures sound about right...

Best I've ever got is 16.8L/100km on a long highway trip @ 110k

Around town 20-25L....

Soft sand... terrible!

This recent topic here in 'General' might help you...

I posted a diagram there which can use a 2 or 3 way switch, where power is supplied direct through the switches.

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/viewtopic.php?t=102590

I've had good results with AutoCAD in the past but wouldn't say it's as easy to use.

About to try TurboCAD as I've heard plenty good things about it and looking for a cheaper alternative to AutoCAD

Ruffy wrote:It depends on what you are capable of fixing yourself really.. No good taking shitloads of stuff it you dunno how to use it.

But you never know who might be coming past with the know-how and no tools.... at least if you are prepared enough, someone may be able to assist.

These Narva #68044 Change-Over Relay's usually go for ~$11 in places like Autobarn.

I'll see if I can chase down a suitable switch and pin outs to do the 3-way switch wiring as well.

In order to use 2 different power sources as per my diagram you would require a Double-Pole Double-Throw DPDT Switch

See my post in the other topic you have, complete with diagram and wiring info

This is how I'd do it...

basically you can use 1x 3-way switch or 2x individual switches to do the same job here providing they have independent switch-over.

I'd use a Narva #68044 Change-Over Relay to facilitate powering the Light from my Auxillary battery when required in camp, but allowing the ...

I am currently getting a 42L water tank made up of 2mm Stainless here in Adelaide, it's an internal water tank though to suit a wedge void between the rear seats and a draw system.

So far the quotes have been from $935 to $1300+!

Opted with $935 ($850+GST)

I have a wedge shaped one (wide at ...

Bob Jane in Adelaide recently priced 33" BFG M/T's for me at $300

Thats the going price around these parts for those from a reputable dealer.... I steer clear of Tyrepower here.