Minimum Vehicle Preperation Requirements

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That said, according too 4WD Action; the 150 is such a "technologically advanced 4WD" it wouldn't require recovery because it won't get bogged :shock: :shock: :shock:.

This is possibly the reason they didn't let you drive and prove them wrong :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Hi Folks

Discussing this point with Toyota and ARB this week and here are their answers,

ARB: They have taken recovery points off the 150 bar as the "issue of public liabilty is of far greater importance than providing an alternative towing point", they also said that they had still not had an after market supplier with a "rated recovery point". On a non official point the staffer said you can put all the "rated recovery points" you like on but the chassis of the car is still subject to the manufacturers recomendation and warranty and the chassis does not have a "rated recovery number".

Toyota: If a recovery is required and the existing "tow points" are used providing there is not obvious evidence of misuse then they are covered by warranty. If aftermarket points are used the warranty is null and void.

Others have noted that the friction point is a key to strength and this is correct, but if you put a 12mm recovery plate on a 3mm chassis rail if the friction co-efficent is exceeded then the next point of failure is the chassis.

Regards, Richo.

the GTG team have set down vehicle requirements. these are no different to any other (4WD clubs/groups) trip minimums.
they have/are putting alot into the arrangements for this event.
if you don't have what is required (MVPR). i'm sure you'll enjoy your own company at base camp.
i'm going and i don't want to have to put up with people/vehicle damage.
that's what it comes down to.
i have the minimums and i'll enjoy the days trips like most others.
richo, you're no exception to the rule.

Point taken well made Damo :lol: :lol: Base camp could be fun too they could have a singalong :lol: :roll:
I also got the MVPR so see ya there :mrgreen:

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your a stirrer :lol:

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Mmmmm..... thought this never happens ?

Wonder what they are searching for ??

:mrgreen: :mrgreen:

They are probably wondering qhy you would pay $3k for that "bullbar" when you can get an ARB steel bar for $1700.00.

Regards, Richo.

PS: Last trip a couple of 120's with lift kits and tyres had to have a couple of goes at lines the 150 went first time.

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That said, according too 4WD Action; the 150 is such a "technologically advanced 4WD" it wouldn't require recovery because it won't get bogged :shock: :shock: :shock:.

This is possibly the reason they didn't let you drive and prove them wrong :lol: :lol: :lol:

Hi

Pick a track when we're there, no snatch straps or winches and see where the results are.

Yours in 4WDriving.

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Re: Minimum Vehicle Preperation Requirements

That said, according too 4WD Action; the 150 is such a "technologically advanced 4WD" it wouldn't require recovery because it won't get bogged :shock: :shock: :shock:.

This is possibly the reason they didn't let you drive and prove them wrong :lol: :lol: :lol:

Hi

Pick a track when we're there, no snatch straps or winches and see where the results are.

Yours in 4WDriving.

Prado887, Damonat

No response? I have spoken to Mannell Motors, and Macquarie 4WD still no points known for the 150 with ARB bar.

Regards, Richo.