Cruza Drivers OUTBACK EXPANDA 16.49-3 Trips and Mods
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It can't go on the Patrol? I use to have it on the spare wheel of the Cruiser.
Mate, I think lm in the same boat re the gas selection switch. Went to test van function yesterday as we set off for long w'end, noticed same. Might stop in at big green shed in the morning see if they have them. Could all ways pit stop at Ballarat Jayco as we go past as last resort, tool bag all ways with me. Pace.I thought I'd share a couple more little jobs that I've done on the Expanda in the last week or so.
The last time I switched between the two gas bottles the tap was a bit tight to move. I then noticed it was leaking so when at Jayco yesterday I remembered to grab one. He mentioned its a common problem for the seal to perish over time.
it started life on the wheel on the back of the Patrol, but was a pain to attach, never got used as a rubbish bin or wet gear holder
so I thought to myself
"self, why not what you have seen on Expandasdownunder, with it on the rear of the Van for putting hoses and power leads into..........."
so I tried that
and didnt like the look of it.........(trailer trash-ish)
so both of the ones I have are sitting in a pile with other parts from "great ideas" that never quite lived up to my vision............
good on you @Pace & @cruza driver , good pickup............
I had 2 bottles on my Flamingo, but never had a problem with that "switch", although sounds like a good idea to check them
Well the Expanda got a little bling mod today. :mullet:
With @Bushman offering a free "Outback" sticker to anyone on the forum and seeing no one took up the offer I thought I would clear some draw space at the Bushman Palace and grab it
Since the back of the Expanda got some new bling I thought I better do some at the front to balance it out..........so a new jockey wheel fitted the bill. I don't need 2 hands to wind it up and down now :laugh:
With @Bushman offering a free "Outback" sticker to anyone on the forum and seeing no one took up the offer I thought I would clear some draw space at the Bushman Palace and grab it
Since the back of the Expanda got some new bling I thought I better do some at the front to balance it out..........so a new jockey wheel fitted the bill. I don't need 2 hands to wind it up and down now :laugh:
Looks great CD but why the new bracket and is it welded on? The "outback" sticker should add a few dollars to the resale value.
No new bracket @chartrock that just comes with the new jockey wheel. It was just leaning against the drawbar for photo purposes
I have same tyres on the prado made them put the white letters on the inside so I don't see itThe OE tyres on the Expanda are approaching 4.5 years old so I thought I might replace them before they let me down (no pun intended
I originally wanted to replace them with BFG A/T's but after doing a bit of research they were only rated to 900kg. I was disappointed as this was my 1st choice
So I did a bit more research and thought about the Bridgestone 697's that I have fitted on our Pajero. Checking their load rating resulted in a 1060kg capacity. This was ample for the 16 and a lot more than the BFG A/T's :nod: The only downside was no white writing on the tyres............something I'll have to get use to
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Well since the weekend was the first weekend of the Summer we woke up Saturday morning and decided, lets get the Expanda out the shed and head to Jamieson. It wasn't preplanned just .......LETS GO !
A few weekends ago we had the pleasure of @numbez and his family join us for some summer sun at Jamieson Caravan Park.
Not many pics sorry because of the following
1. Swimming in the river
2. Swimming in the pool
3. Having lots of laughs
4. Sharing our travel stories
5. Enjoying some ice cold ales
6. And having a good old catch up
Not many pics sorry because of the following
1. Swimming in the river
2. Swimming in the pool
3. Having lots of laughs
4. Sharing our travel stories
5. Enjoying some ice cold ales
6. And having a good old catch up
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I think points 1 - 6 just about cover it @cruza driver. Thanks again for showing us around this relaxing little town and sharing your stories of the towns history and heritage. Such a great part of the world so close to Melbourne with so much to offer. Next time we might have some time for a bit more exploring.
Last year we did a 10 week trip up through the centre across the west along the Gibb then south to Perth. It was then along the bottom for home. I didn't do a full trip report but we has an awesome time.
Today we just got back from Cairns. We went up through outback NSW into Qld and revisited some places from previous trips before making our way to Cairns. We did day trips to the Daintree, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge,Atherton Tablelands, and the Kurandra Scenic Railway and cable car ride.
Home down along the coast to Sarina south of Mackay and headed back inland and southbound to Lightning Ridge and home.
It was a great trip with no issues once again, I replaced the wheel bearings etc just before leaving as I do on every major trip.
Today we just got back from Cairns. We went up through outback NSW into Qld and revisited some places from previous trips before making our way to Cairns. We did day trips to the Daintree, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge,Atherton Tablelands, and the Kurandra Scenic Railway and cable car ride.
Home down along the coast to Sarina south of Mackay and headed back inland and southbound to Lightning Ridge and home.
It was a great trip with no issues once again, I replaced the wheel bearings etc just before leaving as I do on every major trip.
Thanks for the last post. We are on our way north to Cairns. Seem to be following in your foot steps.
Is your Outback the beam axle type or independent suspension? How did it handle the GRR? We are planning to do that next year.
Is your Outback the beam axle type or independent suspension? How did it handle the GRR? We are planning to do that next year.
G'day @Dove its a beam axle mate, no issues at all not even a loose screw etc. Just slowed down and took it all in :thumb:
The van has also done the Oodnadatta and Painted Desert plus long stretches of corrugations through outback Qld.
Have a safe trip to Cairns its a beautiful part of the country.