Introductions

[aualby Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close aualby]

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HI all. Pick up my Prado on the 21st...

Model: GXL 3ltr Diesel Auto
Year: 2009 Does that make me the first 2009 on here?
Colour: Black
Accessories: Sovereign Bull Bar, Head Light Protectors, Bonnet Protectors, Rubber Mats, Tow Bar, Hard Black Spare Cover, Weather Shields.

UHF, Spot lights, Trip Computer, Waco 80L and a few other things to be fitted in the first couple of weeks.

Looking forward to the first trip....

Mark

[Kevin Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Kevin]

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Welcome aualby, you might want to put your location in your profile before the Moderators start getting cranky :wink:

[joey Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close joey]

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g'day mate and welcome to the forum...

Welcome aualby, you might want to put your location in your profile before the Moderators start getting cranky :wink:

this makes it easier for anwering questions you might have and also for trips...

joey..

[ntp Addicted PP Member Find all posts View Profile Close ntp]

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Does that make me the first 2009 on here?

Gees my new Prado is already last year's model. :?

[kimcam Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close kimcam]

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Hi all,

Our family (Cam, Kim, Ashley (9) and Indigo (8)) recently bought ourselves a 2004 TD Prado (white), and have been getting up to speed on PP. I originally wanted to buy a Range Rover (we used to have a Classic before the kids came along), but it would seem that common sense prevailed....

It is an ex-Telstra vehicle, with about 190k on the clock, but looks in good condition, has a complete service history (at every 5k), and I think I got it at a good price.

It has a few accessories, such as side steps, roo bar and front spotties. Will add a UHF radio soon, and would also like to add a roof rack/basket and possibly an awning.

I need to sort out some front recovery points, but after looking at the posts here I'm still not sure what my options are. The ARB bar doesn't have them at the moment, and ARB in Morphett vale weren't very helpful when I asked if I could fit them. I've seen the Outback Ideas ones, but I'm not sure if I can fit them with a bar.

Being a GX there is no air in the back, which is a bit of a bummer as one of the kids tends to get car sick, and fresh air can help. I thought I might be able to 'add it', but after reading some posts here it would appear to be a non-trivial exercise.

Looks like our first trip away is going to be the Robe to Beachport run in March with a few friends.

Cam

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Welcome Kim Cam Cam kim..

Yes, air in the back is a big job. Not worth attempting.

I think from memory there was a post on the recovery hooks for the earlier ARB bar? Possibly fitting the Outback Ideas ones.

Enjoy the forum, good to se anoher Adelaidian here.

[bgreeni Member Find all posts View Profile Close bgreeni]

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I am new to this group.

Just placed my order for a new GLX. Expect delivery early April.
I have previously owned a Prado in 1990 (Followed by a Land Cruiser) Since then lived overseas and then back in Oz for 3 years.
I am looking forward to getting back into a 4WD and getting out into the bush. Also showing my new wife around Oz.

[Madkore Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close Madkore]

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Always good to see another Perthie come on board.

[ntp Addicted PP Member Find all posts View Profile Close ntp]

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I am new to this group.

:mrgreen: Welcome bgreeni :mrgreen:

[lofty Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close lofty]

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Hi all,

I need to sort out some front recovery points, but after looking at the posts here I'm still not sure what my options are. The ARB bar doesn't have them at the moment, and ARB in Morphett vale weren't very helpful when I asked if I could fit them. I've seen the Outback Ideas ones, but I'm not sure if I can fit them with a bar.

Cam

Hi Cam, welcome to the forum, we had our front recovery points installed by TJM Reynella (88 Main South Rd). Very helpful blokes.

Cheers Lofty

[johnnydrama Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close johnnydrama]

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Another newbie here

Have just put a Diesel GXL Auto on Order with pickup at the end of the month.

Have gotten a heap of value from this board in the lead up into the purchase - so thanks a lot to all the people who have contributed. Am coming from a GenIII Liberty RX Wagon so am looking forward to a bit more room for the two kids + dog.

Was initially looking at a pathfinder ST-L or Ti, but 1 test drive in a second hand Prado changed my mind

It's mostly going to be performing soccer mum duties but will be using it to lug a tent around as often as possible, and am planning on dipping the toes into some introductory 4Wding.

Options ordered:
- Option pack (TC, VDC, Curtain Abags)
- Tint
- Towbar
- Weather Shields and rubber cargo mat

Am planning on:
- Kenwood Head unit Upgrade (as per forums but will prolly pay for install)
- Reverse camera
- Sandgrabba mats

So thanks again to all - hopefully will be able to contribute a bit back.

[Hitam 2 Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Hitam 2]

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Hi All,

Been a lurker for sometimes now and thought better properly introduce myself to the forum.
This is my price and joy:
Model: GXL
Year: 2008
Colour: Black (Best colour when its clean :lol: )
Accessories: ARB Deluxe Bullbar
Ironman 9500lbs Winch
IPF Combo 930 Super rallye Driving Lights
Dual Battery Setup, Offroad downunder tray, redarc isolator, trojan 115A/H battery
Liemack 50lt Fridge
Toyota Towbar
265/70/17 MTZ Mickeys
GME 3440 UHF+4705Antenna
Mean Green recovery pack
And last but not least my WEBBER Q - can't leave home without it..... :lol:

Wish List:
Drawer System
Air Compressor
Custom Water storage unit
Lift Kits
Roof Racks
Kaymar Rear Bar

Hope to contribute a bit more in the future.
Cheers,

[Hitam 2 Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Hitam 2]

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Just learned how to attach pics.
Here is a photo of my prado and its bigger bro....
http://i403.photobucket.com/albums/pp11 ... norego.jpg


Note from Admin, it also violates the 800 pixels wide rule, so has been reduced to a link. (Yes it is in the rules).. :wink:

[Terry Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Terry]

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I need to sort out some front recovery points, but after looking at the posts here I'm still not sure what my options are. The ARB bar doesn't have them at the moment, and ARB in Morphett vale weren't very helpful when I asked if I could fit them. I've seen the Outback Ideas ones, but I'm not sure if I can fit them with a bar.

The recovery point on the newer ARB bullbars can be purchased and fitted to your exisiting bullbar. Not sure on the cost, but it can be done.

Cheers, Terry.

[Mossie Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Mossie]

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Hi Guys,
Congrats on the awesome setup you have running here. I have been trolling around on the forums for a while now and ive decided to join and get aquainted with everyone. I have jsut purchased my prado and I am awaitng delivey in Late Feb.

I am from Perth WA and this is my Prado:

Model: GXL Turbo Diesel
Year: 2009
Colour: Black
Trans: AUTO

Accessories: Dual Battery, ARB Compressor under hood, Roof Racks, Sovreign Bull Bar, Tow Bar, Tyre pressure Sensor / LCD Monitor

Wishlist: UHF Scanner/Transceiver, Lightforce HID spotties / Hella HID spotties

Big Trips Planning: Exmouth 2010