2014 Expanda OB 17.56.....

[TRAKADU]

Next on the List:-
Install the second battery and the inverter.
Wire up the Gas Leak detector
Find a place for the spare tyre (should be fun as the third water tank in the way)...
Weather proof bed-end covers

I think my next weekend is already gone!

 

[17triton]

Top stuff @TRAKADU !!! You have been busy mate now to get away in it hey.

 

[17triton]

What about a drop down rear bar for the tyre?

 

[BigSkiddy]

Gee @TRAKADU you have been busy. Looks great!

 

[cruza driver]

Talk about an intro for your new van, very impressive @TRAKADU

 

[Petecaz]

Mods - 4:- Fixing a permanent and steady spot for the TV. Bought the Arm and Quick Release bracket from a IT accessory company located in QLD. Excellent service and reasonable price. Also installed a Towel rack for me misus.

Hi, love the way you tv is mounted. Can you tell me which it shop you got it from?

 

[skippy]

WOW....now thats some mods for a new van!

 

[TRAKADU]

Hi, love the way you tv is mounted. Can you tell me which it shop you got it from?

Thanks everyone...
@Petecaz, I have been looking around for a TV arm with a base for a while. Everywhere I looked sell the arm with no flat base so I would have to make my own. This shop is the only place I found to be selling with a metal base. This is handy if you are going to use the Jayco hole as I did to install the TV. Here is the Link.
http://debetrek.com.au/ bracket brand called C.ME - Desktop. Approx. $130 and Quick release bracket $25 I think
I, in fact called them and ordered over the phone. Ph number on their website. Hope this helps...

Cheers @TRAKADU

 

[relgate]

Great work @TRAKADU

 

[chartrock]

WOW, some setup there mate. One busy man, excellent work.

 

[Petecaz]

Thanks everyone...
@Petecaz, I have been looking around for a TV arm with a base for a while. Everywhere I looked sell the arm with no flat base so I would have to make my own. This shop is the only place I found to be selling with a metal base. This is handy if you are going to use the Jayco hole as I did to install the TV. Here is the Link.
http://debetrek.com.au/ bracket brand called C.ME - Desktop. Approx. $130 and Quick release bracket $25 I think
I, in fact called them and ordered over the phone. Ph number on their website. Hope this helps...

Cheers @TRAKADU

Thanks.. Helps a lot. I've been looking for one of these for a while.

 

[Bmhdg76]

Well done @TRAKADU

 

[roysta]

Nice work mate. What did you end up doing with the spare?

 

[Racer]

Hey @TRAKADU , did you get the 3rd tank fitted by Jayco or installed yourself?

I've asked for a 3rd tank however there are mixed views from some Jayco staff and someone on here had the same issue with the decline if the 3rd tank.

 

[davemc]

Thanks.. Helps a lot. I've been looking for one of these for a while.

me too.. I had not found this one the one I saw was over double the price.

 

[Smergen]

Wow.... Serious mod envy. That's one very nice set up. I like the ladder set ups and hooks. Do you plan on accessing it from the tunnel or from the hatches above?

We've got the spice/towel racks as something to do, along with the lights in the cupboard (which are tracking their way from Hong Kong I think... ).

So where's the first trip mate?

 

[Bluey]

Hi all,
It is only 12 days to go before we pick up our new expanda....!! Signed up in March at the Caravan Show in Melbourne.. 4 month wait.. now only 12 days to go... :israel:
Below are the some of the things we got in the van:-
So the van is Expanda outback 17.56-2 with Jtech independent suspension

• Double glazed windows
• Truma air cond.
• 2 x 100 amp batteries
• 2 x 120W Solar panels (240W in total)
• 3 x Water tanks
• CD / Radio with external speakers
• External shower
• Picnic table
• Wind up antenna
• Privacy screens
• Sun blockers and Side blockers
• Off Road Trigg hitch
• Drifter Control
• Water filter to the sink
• Stone guard
• Spice rack

The below will be fitted once we take the delivery of the van....

• Rear view camera
• CO & Gas leak detector
• 24’TV /DVD combo

Redarc Tow –Pro brake controller (already got fitted last week)..

Wish list to be fitted:-

• 2 x Pole Carriers
• Toolbox
• 600W inverter

So cant wait to fiddle around with the van.....Will update with photos in about 2 weeks....
Cheers TRAKADU

Installation:-

nice I get mine on Saturday we nearly got the same stuff love the tool box where's the tyre got mine at the show too be interesting to see how much u payed and I payed see if theres much difference didn't think of double widows should come to beaufort lake van park a few of us are going on the 19th till the 21st of September

 

[Cheyne78]

hi @TRAKADU . Love the mods you've done. Just out of interest, how much weight did the box add to the tow ball weight? Id be interested as Im looking at a very similar box setup. Black looks awesome in keeping with the colour scheme.

 

[TRAKADU]

Nice work mate. What did you end up doing with the spare?

Hi @roysta, the spare is currently in my garage... This will be my next project to find a spot for it. It would have to go between the Draw Bar and the first water tank. I think there is enough space there....
thanks TRAKADU.

 

[TRAKADU]

Hey @TRAKADU , did you get the 3rd tank fitted by Jayco or installed yourself?

I've asked for a 3rd tank however there are mixed views from some Jayco staff and someone on here had the same issue with the decline if the 3rd tank.

Hi @Racer, I initially requested from the factory however, they came back and said the layout does not support a third tank (biggest porkie pie). I knew there was enough room toward the back of the van. Anyway, I was pretty stern with the dealer and then they have agreed to install at their workshop before the delivery. So it was a good outcome...
TRAKADU