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  • Best place in Adelaide for aftermarket stuff?

    Firstly, apologies if this has been discussed before - but I couldn't find anything in a quick search.

    Does anyone have experience with the ARB, TJM, Ironman, OL etc stores in Adelaide, and could you recommend some places to go?

    I've just purchased my first Prado and will be doing a few things over the next 6 months. Obviously the brand and quality of the accessory is important, but I have read quite a bit on PP about good/bad workmanship and good/bad service etc at various places, regardless of the brand/franchise. Just wondering about people's experiences with Adelaide stores and where I should start my journey.

    Some of the things I'm looking at getting done include:
    • Steel Bullbar (TJM t13 or ARB)
    • Roof Rack (probably Rhino pioneer platform)
    • Safari snorkel
    • Dual battery (Redarc)
    • GME/Icom UHF
    • Suspension upgrade (probably not until next year)


    Anyway, any recommendations or stories would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

  • #2
    When I fitted out my 150 last year I went to TJM Nailsworth for most of the gear and was very happy with the price and service. I bought the suspension from wholesalesuspension here on Pradopoint and had it installed by SA Suspension Centre at Nailsworth. UHF installed by Electric Bug on Torrens Rd. I get my tyres at City Discount Tyres Nailsworth - have been going there for years.

    No complaints re any of those companies - the key is making absolutely certain that both you and they know exactly what you want (including the installation) before signing anything.

    A suggestion - consider the ECB alloy bar - very strong and good quality product, also much lighter than the steel bars.

    Ian

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    • #3
      had my suspension and snorkel done at ARB Regency park. Great service. Got all my Rhino gear at Roof Rack World in Blair Athol. No messing about just great advice and service. I did the dual battery myself but if you want it all done professionally i think you'll be able to get a good discount if you do all your upgrades at one place.

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      • #4
        Droo, also have a chat to Duncan at Adelaide Off Road in Stepney. - A small store but I find more attention to detail that way. He'll supply & fit all ARB stuff, Safari Snorkels and Redarc too I think. Pricing wise he'll always be cheaper that the big ARB Store in Regency Park and he also does their overflow work too so they must trust him...

        UHF - Electric Bug is the only place to go in Adelaide in my opinion. To them the 'look' of the system is not important but the performance is - they wont likely recommend a large 'shark rod' antenna and they'll explain their recommendation in a way you can understand!

        Agree with Ian above - make sure you both know exactly what you want and ask for a written quote.
        Cheers
        Micheal.

        2008 GXL D4D Auto. GOING... GOING... GONE
        2015 GXL 1GD Auto. And it begins again...

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        • #5
          Thanks for the replies. Some great suggestions, and I think I'll e checking out TJM and Electric Bug at the caravan & Camping show in a couple of weeks.

          As you know, when you first start researching and looking around its a bit of a minefield. So anything that helps narrow the search a little is always great.

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          • #6
            I agree with Merado - if you have most of your work done at one place you should be able to negotiate a better deal. In my case that was TJM Nailsworth and they were cheaper for the Rhino platform rack than Roof Rack World at Blair Athol. If you are prepared to travel a bit further, have a look at http://www.fnb4wd.com.au/ - I had some work done there on my previous Prado (90 series) and they were pretty good to deal with.

            ARB at Regency Park have not had much of my business - always too busy and not very willing to negotiate package deals.

            Ian

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            • #7
              Personally I have always received great service and fair/good pricing from both ARB in Regency Park and Electric Bug on Torrens Road just off South Road. The fact is if you can build a rapport with them, a good operator will always look after you. I can give examples of not so good service received from at least one person mentioned in this thread but even that doesn't mean they are bad, just that I became indifferent to ever using them again. Good luck
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              • #8
                Might be a bit late but try Rock 4x4 Accessories in Elizabeth. They'll beat any price and will install as well. They even install gear that you have bought elsewhere.
                04 GXL - Red Centa dual battery, Alloy B/bar, BFG AT's, Rhino Rack commercial bars x 3, GME TX3540, TJM roof cage, Outback Ideas recovery points, LHS rear drawer, 2" Dobinsons/Bilstein lift, ARB CKMA12 air compressor, CoilRite airbags, ARB 2.5m awning, MCC Dual Wheel Carrier, Eagle Eye headlights with 55w hid lo beam.

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                • #9
                  Not too late. Any info at this stage is helpful. Had no idea about Rock 4x4, and I live out north, so might check 'em out. Thanks.

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