Well we started the transformation two and a half weeks ago - our rig is a 2009 "Pearl White" Grande. Her history was simple she was a shopping trolley in Bundaberg until April this year 2014. (see pic one). Brought her from a reputable Dealer in Brisbane with three years Warranty.

I have planned the build meticulously as i want the rig to be fully "self sufficient" - towing nothing.

So the plan is:
Fit BullBar complete with Winch and driving lights/Install a Roof Rack to carry all other items including RTT/Fit Snorkel/Install dual battery system/install inverter for our electronics-cameras etc. pure sine wave/Install draw system to hold all our goods and chattels/Wire the vehicle so it can service all our gear AND tow anything at a later date.

Step 1/
Bullbar: Designed an ARB bar researched ALL available with the ARB winning the quality/reputation/looks and reliability of install. Had the bar colour coded and so pleased I did - it looks so good.

Winch: Checked them ALL out and decided on the Domin8tor from 4wd Supa Stores - Great price and a good quality winch for what we will be using it for... touring, light 4X4 excursions etc. and the lap one day... think in 2015!
Very impressed with build of the Domin8tor supplied it to ARB who obliged by fitting it for me. Had the Solenoid etc placed under neath the bar.

Lights: What a nightmare of, selection, variation and pricing. and after LOTS of evaluation decided on the Koor Square 90W LED unit. I fitted THREE to the front of "The Pearl" and I am just sooooo pleased with the result.
Looks good, quality install and wiring by ARB and I gotta say they light up the road ahead like nothing else! - VERY pleased with the selection!

Pic One: My “Shopping Cart”… http://postimg.org/image/hdd1tn92j/

Pic Two: Bar/winch/lights install...

http://postimg.org/image/qx3tv10a3/

More to come

Larry D
YMUS