I've had a 2006 std 105 series for about 12 yrs now, been everywhere with it including CSR, lap of Oz and many more tracks. Never worried about weights until recently when we have ordered a caravan. I decided to check the weight with a full tank of fuel (260l), water (60l) and the usual dual spare tyres drawers & fridge. I was 3.6t, 400kg over GVM. I found there was no post rego GVM upgrade for the 105 series through a suspension shop. From your previous video you mentioned Packard Automotive, and I paid them a visit. They are a one stop automotive engineering company with DOT accreditation. After parting with a lot of cash I now have a 4.2t GVM for the 105 series BTW, I understand that fuel modifications require a DOT inspection, I had my 170l sub tank fitted through Ultimate 4X4 who also have DOT accreditation Keep up the good work, its great to see what you have done with a similar vehicle
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
Cheers mate 👍 yep I love the 105 dont think I could ever sell or trade it, I want to finish everything I want to do to it first before I look at what weight it sits at, im tipping im going to need the 4.2T GVM anyway, Packard Automotive are a very handy company to know, ive got a few things I need certs for will get them all done next visit, want to try keep it all legal 👍
@Brotherswalkingforveterans9 ай бұрын
nice build so far mate. keep up the good work and thanks for being honest about companies that you get gear from... cheers
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
Cheers mate, its definitely starting to come along nicely, just a money thing ha.. expensive hobby they are, Im all for saying it how it is mate 👍
@Brotherswalkingforveterans9 ай бұрын
@@blissniques yeh I picked up a 105 series a couple of months ago. Been slowly getting stuff done in-between the rain. Good to see what others are doing with their rigs, gives me ideas.
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
@Brotherswalkingforveterans yeh nice 1, I reckon they're the last of the old school landcruisers, if only they put the 100 series motors in the 105's ha..
@Brotherswalkingforveterans9 ай бұрын
@@blissniques hahaha yeh I’ve said that heaps of times. “If only they put the V8 in the 105”. If they had of done that they wouldn’t have sold anymore 100 series. I’ve looked at the conversions, approx 35k for ls2 or Ls3 . Or 65k for a 7.4lt Duramax. If I had the coin I’d be very tempted. Would still be cheaper than buying a Chev, dodge, F Truck or a 300 series.
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
@Brotherswalkingforveterans yep completely agree id rather put the money into an older 4x4 than buy something new, can make an absolute weapon for same price as a standard new 1
@jimmymack10799 ай бұрын
Nice one Beanie. Commented in the 105 group.
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
Cheers mate 🤙
@rollyb50619 ай бұрын
looks great, the new fuel tank fits perfect👌
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
It was a squeeze to get it in there, but it all lined up perfect, definitely glad I've done it ✔️
@familyrig9 ай бұрын
Cruiser is coming along nicely mate. I've gone away from 270 personally. Just found that over time that you have less shade compared to standard 2.5m awning.
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
Yeh mate im starting to think the same, I liked our old 2.5 old school fold out/poles just it was a pain in thr ass in the wind to setup and put down, ive got my eyes on a free standing setup by 4wd destination only its pretty dam expensive for what it is, camp boss have just brought out a 2.5 x 2.5 freestanding as well, wouldnt mind checking it out, and price point isnt bad either
@jimmymack10799 ай бұрын
Yeah looks like bugger all shade
@pammaddock90859 ай бұрын
Well explained
@blissniques9 ай бұрын
Thankyou 🙂
@105FZEАй бұрын
Nice rig mate. Is yours a petrol and if soo what’s your Litres per 100kms ? Cheers
@blissniquesАй бұрын
Cheers mate, yep the ever reliable 1FZ, err its definitely not economical lucky we only take it out when we're touring.. fully loaded and definitely not grandpa'ing it the old sub tank (45ltrs) would get 250kms on BP 95
@gtags846 ай бұрын
how did u keep the solar panel on the bonnet?
@blissniques6 ай бұрын
Hey mate, there's a vinyl underlay that is stuck to the bonnet then a fair bit of 3M tape on the underside of the panel, stuck to the vinyl then black sikaflex around the edge to give it a nice finish, not going anywhere, and if you need to take it off for any reason, just need to peel the vinyl off with solar panel attached and paint will still be sweet.. cheers 🍻
@aJOEofALLtrades7 ай бұрын
Hey mate my 105 series Land Cruiser mounts the spare under where your sub tank is how did you get the wheel and Gerry’s mounted on the back 🤙🤙
@blissniques7 ай бұрын
Hey mate, the rear bar is from outback accessories, can do in any configuration, 2 spares, or 1 spare with jerry's etc.. has been a good bar
@aJOEofALLtrades7 ай бұрын
Amazing thanks for that the cruiser looks mint !!
@blissniques7 ай бұрын
@aJOEofALLtrades cheers mate still a working progress ha..