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Nearly a year since I last updated this.. change of jobs and I haven't had much time to jump on to PP.
So here's what I've done over the last couple of months..
Bought a set of FJ wheels and put new boots. I was very happy with my last set of BFGs so went with KO2s.
Against the advise from a few that I trust and respect I went with 285/70R17 size. Well it's been nearly a 2 months and the results are in..
I love the look and the extra clearance is great. The bad.. well nothing unexpected. Bit of rubbing under compression and lock, fuel economy from avg 12.3 to 13.5, Transmission temp up by avg 10c taking it over 80c. Transmission cooler will go in soon with a auto flush and service.
[COLOR=#3E3E3E][URL="http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?31747-Shan-s-Silver-TD-Altitude-with-Attitude"]2012 Altitude TD Auto - Silver[/URL] [/COLOR]
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Originally posted by Shan View PostGot the Rhino platform installed couple of weeks ago... I'm glad I went for the shorter version (SX Platform 1528mm x 1236mm), fits just right for the sunroof ..
Just saw your latest photo on this thread - car is looking good!
Do you get whistling from the Rhino Platform? I just got the same size Rhino platform on my 2013 Kakadu and there's a distinct whistle at anything over 50km/hr, if you have just the glass closed (or open too of course). If you close the interior panel underneath the glass you can no longer hear the whistle - but why have a sunroof if you can't see through it! I have the Rhino front & side rail kit fitted too (http://www.rhinorack.com.au/products...-2b-7b-_43163b) so I'm trying to figure out if the whistle is coming from that or the platform itself. I do also have a Rhino Sunseeker awning but it was on my 120 Grande and didn't whistle there so I don't think that's the cause.
Kurt[url=http://www.pradopoint.com.au/showthread.php?40535-Kurt-s-2013-150-Kakadu]Kurt's Rig Build[/url] - Black 2013 150 series Kakadu 3.0L D4D. TJM Low Loop nudge bar, Airtec snorkel, Rhino Pioneer SX platform, Sunseeker awning, Wynnum Towbar, Kaon half height cargo barrier, Roadsafe recovery points, Bridgestone D697s, Sandgrabba mats.
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Originally posted by Shan View PostMounted the Maxtrax pair and the shovel using the MK1 Traxrax bracket. (Thanks Corine )
Originally posted by Kurt View PostDo you get whistling from the Rhino Platform? I just got the same size Rhino platform on my 2013 Kakadu and there's a distinct whistle at anything over 50km/hr, if you have just the glass closed (or open too of course).
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Originally posted by Kurt View PostShan,
Just saw your latest photo on this thread - car is looking good!
Do you get whistling from the Rhino Platform? I just got the same size Rhino platform on my 2013 Kakadu and there's a distinct whistle at anything over 50km/hr, if you have just the glass closed (or open too of course). If you close the interior panel underneath the glass you can no longer hear the whistle - but why have a sunroof if you can't see through it! I have the Rhino front & side rail kit fitted too (http://www.rhinorack.com.au/products...-2b-7b-_43163b) so I'm trying to figure out if the whistle is coming from that or the platform itself. I do also have a Rhino Sunseeker awning but it was on my 120 Grande and didn't whistle there so I don't think that's the cause.
Kurt
It might be the front and side rail kit... I can't hear any whistling on mine at any speed. (just the wind break)
I do have the awning on the side as well so don't think it would be that.[COLOR=#3E3E3E][URL="http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?31747-Shan-s-Silver-TD-Altitude-with-Attitude"]2012 Altitude TD Auto - Silver[/URL] [/COLOR]
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Originally posted by fido666 View PostReminds me, I have to go out and source a new set of Quickfists, you got my old ones as a bonus (bloody Loctite). Looks good hey![COLOR=#3E3E3E][URL="http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?31747-Shan-s-Silver-TD-Altitude-with-Attitude"]2012 Altitude TD Auto - Silver[/URL] [/COLOR]
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285's look great!2016 Toyota Prado GXL auto. ARB deluxe bar, Rock Armor side steps, 9in Penetrator LED spotties (30,000LM), Uniden 8060 UHF, Bilstein/Dobinson 2in lift, 265/70/17 Mickey Thompson ATZ P3's, Safari snorkel, Dual battery system, ARB onboard compressor, Custom rear false floor, Kaon bash plates, Ext. diff/gearbox breathers, Provent 200, Wynnum tow bar, Roadsafe tow points, Phillips crystalvision bulbs, tint, Rhino rack platform.
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Thanks Shan and Fido666 for the replies on the whistling or lack of. Sounds like the rail kit might be the cause, will try removing it and see if the whistle disappears.[url=http://www.pradopoint.com.au/showthread.php?40535-Kurt-s-2013-150-Kakadu]Kurt's Rig Build[/url] - Black 2013 150 series Kakadu 3.0L D4D. TJM Low Loop nudge bar, Airtec snorkel, Rhino Pioneer SX platform, Sunseeker awning, Wynnum Towbar, Kaon half height cargo barrier, Roadsafe recovery points, Bridgestone D697s, Sandgrabba mats.
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