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Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 7:53 am

Hi everyone, thought I'll introduce myself. I drive a Tuna V6 with a couple of mods. I am in the process of rigging the vehicle for a Botswana trip later this year. Any useful tips, this will be my first overland expedition.

OOOOMS · Post by **OOOOMS** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 7:56 am

Welcome Charl! See you are from our valley

Pop in anytime, will assist where possible, in Roodekrans

Post by **CasKru** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 7:56 am

Welcome Charl. Hope you enjoy it here

Post by **Mud Dog** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 8:12 am

Welcome Charl!

Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 8:18 am

Thanks guys.

OOOOMS · Post by **OOOOMS** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 8:25 am

Boomer wrote:Hi everyone, thought I'll introduce myself. I drive a Tuna V6 with a couple of mods. I am in the process of rigging the vehicle for a Botswana trip later this year. Any useful tips, this will be my first overland expedition.

What mods have you done so far and what do you still need / want to do?

Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:02 am

OOOMS, this is where it gets tricky...

Fitted:
TJM Bumper, Rock Sliders, Snorkel, EFS Suspension and BF A/T.

To my knowledge here is a list of must haves, pls correct me if its not important.

1. Duel Battery system C-Trek.
2. 80l-95l Fridge Snow Master
3. Roof Rack Frontrunner or Big Country
4. LR Tank 40 or 70l Frontrunner or Gerber 4x4 (still in two minds, size)
5. Spot Lights KC Day lighters 6"
6. Bash Plate Stofpad 4x4

Nice to haves are.

1. Spare Wheel Carrier Pricey but dependent on size LR tank fitted.
2. Mud Terrains To fit for over landing only.
3. Winch Don't see the need if one vehicle is equipped.

I really want to keep the Tuna as light as possible, that's why i am not considering a RTT or trailer. Fuel consumption is a headache so i have done a de-cat and will be fitting a uni-q chip Friday.

OOOOMS · Post by **OOOOMS** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:16 am

Boomer wrote:OOOMS, this is where it gets tricky...

Fitted:
TJM Bumper, Rock Sliders, Snorkel, EFS Suspension and BF A/T.

To my knowledge here is a list of must haves, pls correct me if its not important.

1. Duel Battery system C-Trek. or NL
2. 80l-95l Fridge Snow Master Space is a bit of an issue with the Tuna and a 80 / 95l will take up 70% of your packing space.
3. Roof Rack Frontrunner or Big Country Both are good!
4. LR Tank 40 or 70l Frontrunner or Gerber 4x4 (still in two minds, size) I have a 70l Front runner and no problems with it
5. Spot Lights KC Day lighters 6" LED or Bosh Navigators

6. Bash Plate Stofpad 4x4 Not critical, but nice to have

Nice to haves are.

1. Spare Wheel Carrier Pricey but dependent on size LR tank fitted. See mine
2. Mud Terrains To fit for over landing only. AT are more than sufficient
3. Winch Don't see the need if one vehicle is equipped. Agreed

I really want to keep the Tuna as light as possible, that's why i am not considering a RTT or trailer. Fuel consumption is a headache so i have done a de-cat and will be fitting a uni-q chip Friday.

Water tank, Hi-Lift jack, Awning, recovery gear?

Racing snake · Post by **Racing snake** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 11:40 am

Hi Charl, Welcome. Lots of very usefull info on this site. I also drive a Tuna, diesel. Also gearing up for a trip to Moremi, Savuti and Chobe in Oct. this year. I'm still hoping that Jacques will build me a sparewheel carrier like Mark's. Keep us informed on your progress with the project.

OOOOMS · Post by **OOOOMS** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 1:32 pm

Racing snake wrote:Hi Charl, Welcome. Lots of very usefull info on this site. I also drive a Tuna, diesel. Also gearing up for a trip to Moremi, Savuti and Chobe in Oct. this year. I'm still hoping that Jacques will build me a sparewheel carrier like Mark's. Keep us informed on your progress with the project.

And Jacque is waiting for you..... :wink2:

Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:03 pm

OOOOMS wrote:
Boomer wrote:OOOMS, this is where it gets tricky...

Fitted:
TJM Bumper, Rock Sliders, Snorkel, EFS Suspension and BF A/T.

To my knowledge here is a list of must haves, pls correct me if its not important.

1. Duel Battery system C-Trek. or NL
2. 80l-95l Fridge Snow Master Space is a bit of an issue with the Tuna and a 80 / 95l will take up 70% of your packing space.
3. Roof Rack Frontrunner or Big Country Both are good!
4. LR Tank 40 or 70l Frontrunner or Gerber 4x4 (still in two minds, size) I have a 70l Front runner and no problems with it
5. Spot Lights KC Day lighters 6" LED or Bosh Navigators

6. Bash Plate Stofpad 4x4 Not critical, but nice to have

Nice to haves are.

1. Spare Wheel Carrier Pricey but dependent on size LR tank fitted. See mine
2. Mud Terrains To fit for over landing only. AT are more than sufficient
3. Winch Don't see the need if one vehicle is equipped. Agreed

I really want to keep the Tuna as light as possible, that's why i am not considering a RTT or trailer. Fuel consumption is a headache so i have done a de-cat and will be fitting a uni-q chip Friday.
Water tank, Hi-Lift jack, Awning, recovery gear?

Water tank where to fit and what size.
I still need to buy a lift jack.
The awning i bought bolts on the side of my Tuna, similar to yours. Eezy Awn.
I recently purchased some recovery gear, this incl 4 rated shackles, 6t two rope, and twin tie rope that ties to both recovery point on the front. I am still looking for a proper snatch rope.

Going back to the fridge what size do you recommend. Will a 60l fit and leave me with sufficient space. Just to add, what in your experience will suffice for two way radios for a convoy. I don't want to go overboard with this though.

Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:06 pm

Racing snake wrote:Hi Charl, Welcome. Lots of very usefull info on this site. I also drive a Tuna, diesel. Also gearing up for a trip to Moremi, Savuti and Chobe in Oct. this year. I'm still hoping that Jacques will build me a sparewheel carrier like Mark's. Keep us informed on your progress with the project.

Thanks pal, my trip is scheduled for June-July this year. I will most certainly keep my project up-dated.

JJBotes · Post by **JJBotes** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:37 pm

Welcome Charl

OOOOMS · Post by **OOOOMS** » Wed Jan 25, 2012 4:03 pm

Water tank where to fit and what size. - Somewhere on the RR 55 - 60L, gravity feed
I still need to buy a lift jack.
The awning i bought bolts on the side of my Tuna, similar to yours. Eezy Awn. OK
I recently purchased some recovery gear, this incl 4 rated shackles, 6t two rope, and twin tie rope that ties to both recovery point on the front. I am still looking for a proper snatch rope. Shop around Macro had a very good special on secure-tec last year....R299 for snatch and bridal combo!, (thread somewhere here on the forum)

Going back to the fridge what size do you recommend. Will a 60l fit and leave me with sufficient space. Just to add, what in your experience will suffice for two way radios for a convoy. I don't want to go overboard with this though. - Fridge is a bit of a personal issue, depends on how many people you have to cater for? And what kind of trips you are planning...?
Radio, VHF without a doubt, for convoy handheld is ok 'ish!

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