AUSTRALIA: Third party suppliers for the Grenadier

[ChaosDogg]

Thanks, the description is calling these removable infill panels.

Knowing that, I still cannot see the infill panel bolts in the images. Must be a very slick setup.

I have these and can confirm that the infill is removable. If you look at the photo you'll see a couple of the holes are filled in on the panel itself, there's a screw that hold the infill in place.

 

[Rooballer]

I have just got the Kaon Cargo barrier - looks good - just like all Kaon gear.

Super quick and easy install.

 

[TheDocAUS]

I have just got the Kaon Cargo barrier - looks good - just like all Kaon gear.

Super quick and easy install.


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Can you show a picture of the securing mechanism to the headrests?

 

[TheDocAUS]

Updated and new links.

ROOF SHELF (INTERIOR REAR)

1. KAON rear roof shelf here;
2. GrenX rear roof shelf (they have taken over from @ninetubes, look here. This is the shelf I have installed);
3. Get Good Gear Roof Shelf is here. @Kilchoman has one installed;
4. Offroad-Tec Cargo rack here;
5. Bison Gear Rear Roof Shelf (based in Poland, sends products worldwide). Installed on AU Spec car here;
6. LeTech rear roof storage compartment here (Super premium pricing). It a compartment rather than a simple shelf; and
7. APB Trading's rear roof shelf (UK based).

The LeTech is over 11 times the price of the KAON shelf, so I had to use a new phrase Super premium pricing, but it is lockable compartment, rather than a simple shelf. It can be used as a gun case in certain locations apparently (please do you own research).

 

[Shopkeep]

Updated and new links.

ROOF SHELF (INTERIOR REAR)

1. KAON rear roof shelf here;
2. GrenX rear roof shelf (they have taken over from @ninetubes, look here. This is the shelf I have installed);
3. Get Good Gear Roof Shelf is here. @Kilchoman has one installed;
4. Offroad-Tec Cargo rack here;
5. Bison Gear Rear Roof Shelf (based in Poland, sends products worldwide). Installed on AU Spec car here;
6. LeTech rear roof storage compartment here (Super premium pricing). It a compartment rather than a simple shelf; and
7. APB Trading's rear roof shelf (UK based).

The LeTech is over 11 times the price of the KAON shelf, so I had to use a new phrase Super premium pricing, but it is lockable compartment, rather than a simple shelf. It can be used as a gun case in certain locations apparently (please do you own research).

The GrenX link above no longer takes you to the shelf and I can't find it on their site, maybe @ninetubes has taken it back?

 

[TheDocAUS]

The GrenX link above no longer takes you to the shelf and I can't find it on their site, maybe @ninetubes has taken it back?

Not sure it was ever up. I took info from the ninetubes thread some time ago. You may need to email GrenX.

 

[Rok_Dr]

Can you show a picture of the securing mechanism to the headrests?

Page 7 of the installation manual illustrates how.

I'm really liking Kaon's installation instructions. very well written and illustrated.
Cheers
Steve

 

[TheDocAUS]

Page 7 of the installation manual illustrates how.

I'm really liking Kaon's installation instructions. very well written and illustrated.
Cheers
Steve

That was smart thing to do, using the headrests - remembering it is a light weight barrier.

 

[Rooballer]

Can you show a picture of the securing mechanism to the headrests?

 

[TheDocAUS]

Very clever.

The only downside is the two front seats must be in the same position and you lose the forwards/backwards seat adjustment.

 

[Rooballer]

Very clever.

The only downside is the two front seats must be in the same position and you lose the forwards/backwards seat adjustment.

Attached to the rear seats, so they are always in the same position.

Also there is a quick release bolt on each side, so only takes a minute to remove the rack if you need to lay the seats down.

 

[TheDocAUS]

Attached to the rear seats, so they are always in the same position.

Also there is a quick release bolt on each side, so only takes a minute to remove the rack if you need to lay the seats down.

That's what happens when a 2 seater owner looks at the images! He only thinks it has front seats.

 

[DenisM]

Page 7 of the installation manual illustrates how.

I'm really liking Kaon's installation instructions. very well written and illustrated.
Cheers
Steve

Thanks Steve for the "heads up"on the Kaon rear shelf. I took a quick trip today out to their factory at Carole Park and bought one. Beautifully finished, exceedingly well packaged and instructions expressed in clear gramatically correct English... was very straightforward to install with the Ineos OEM cargo barrier (Trialmaster station wagon).
DenisM

 

[TheDocAUS]

KAON make nice gear, I have a few of their products.

This list is a lot longer than I could have imagined when I started it. Same goes for the Canvas bag/product thread. This list is averaging roughly 2,000 views a month.

 

[TheDocAUS]

Updated

FIRE PITS

1. Timberwolf Fires;
2. ORS Fire Pit;
3. Ozpig Fire Pits;
4. Max Fire Pits;
5. Eco Stove Camp Cooker;
6. Laser Cut Fire Pits;
7. Bel’s Metal Art Fire Pits; and
8. Cooee Canvas’ Big Red Fire Pit with amber collection tray and canvas carry bag (optional grille plate).

See also FIREWOOD BAGS/CARRIERS/SLINGS heading here.

 

[TheDocAUS]

DRIFTA BATTERY BOX SPECIAL PRICING
If you are looking for battery box DRIFTA have a great special on now. The DRIFTA Battery Box comes with a 25 amp DC to DC charger for $324.50 (plus postage and you need to buy a battery). The KickAss equivalent is going for $520 with a 20 amp DC to DC charger (plus postage and you need a battery.)

The DRIFT BB is not the same unit as the KickAss, but it shares features of the KickAss and the Hardkorr BB, both of which are good battery boxes. I have used a Hardkorr BB for years and recently setup a KickAss BB for my nephew (mini review here).

That is a lot of value for your money.

MINI REVIEW OF THE DRIFTA BATTERY BOX
Some observations on the DRIFTA BB based on watching the video and reviewing the images. I have not seen the DRIFTA BB in person, but it is very similar to the Hardkorr and KickAss BB’s which I have hands on experience with.

OBSERVATIONS:

1. Well made (ABS plastic);
2. Easy to follow guide printed on the DRIFTA BB lid, like the KickAss BB;
3. The DRIFTA BB has a On/Off switch, so the BB can be turned off when not in use (reducing parasitic drains). The On/Off switch is also called the Master Isolation Switch. The On/Off switches are different on the DRIFTA base model verse the DC to DC charger model – as is the voltmeter);
4. Neat and tidy wiring. There is cover on the lid so you cannot see the detailed wiring on the DC to DC model, but the battery cables are thick to the battery. The base model, with no cover, shows neat wiring in the video like the KickAss BB;
5. The handles are like those on the Hardkorr BB, and have a tendency to dig into your hands when carrying the BB (unlike the KickAss BB);
6. The BB has alternator and solar inputs;
7. Not clear if the charger has a solar priority mode (the KickAss BB does);
8. MPPT solar controller;
9. Charger is lithium compatible;
10. Four stage charger: bulk, absorption, float and pulse. The KickAss has a three stage charger: bulk, absorption, and float;
11. Dual USB/QC3, 3 cig and 4 Anderson outputs rated at 50 amps and a single 175 amp Anderson. The KickAss has no 175 amp Anderson plug, but the Hardkorr BB does;
12. Cig sockets rated at 15 amps, whereas the KickAss BB are rated at 10 amps;
13. Voltmeter can be turned on or off, user choice;
14. Aluminium cover on the charger, not plastic;
15. Battery is kept in place with a Velcro belt, the silicone battery pads under the battery stop the battery moving around inside the BB;
16. It uses auto reset circuit breakers, not fuses (visible on the base model);
17. The BB dimensions are 425mm x 225mm x 330mm. Note: the KickAss mini review shows the max battery size, not the BB size;
18. Maximum battery size looks like the KickAss and Hardkorr BB’s, as the DRIFTA BB also uses the triple Anderson in plug;
19. No Quick release car battery tray like the KickAss BB (trying to confirm if the KickAss BB tray will work with the DRIFTA BB, HardKorr also have a mounting tray). More research being done;
20. No car wring kit, but it looks like the KickAss and Hardkorr kits would work with the DRIFTA BB, as all three use the triple Anderson plug input (the extra pin being the ignition source);
21. The DRIFTA BB has a 25 amp charger, more than the KickAss’ 20 amps, but less than the 40 amp charger on the KickAss Lithium BB.

I have what is now the Hardkorr base model, not the newer Hardkorr PRO. So my comments concern the Hardkorr base model.

View: https://youtu.be/6NCvx92AgVI

 

[TheDocAUS]

LeTECH REAR LADDER IN AUSTRALIA
Anyone in Australia thinking about getting the LeTech Rear Ladder and wishing to store fuel, should first check the legality. Normally you are not permitted to stow "dangerous goods" in an impact zone, like the rear of the car behind the ladder. So, first check legalities before buying.

Yes Ronny Dahl in his video appeared to have a diesel Jerry can there. Diesel is safer than petrol, so that may explain it, but check before you make such a significant purchase. It may be a petrol/diesel difference. If anyone can find something more definitive please post. I know each States Dangerous Goods Act may be relevant, and the Federal Code is here (a mere 1,101 pages long).

It would be fine to store water in that area.

 

[pedrogb]

Updated

BATTERY BOXES
Some Battery Boxes reviewed here. The Hardkorr BB was the winner and the one I use.

1. KickAss Battery Boxes;
2. Hardkorr Battery Boxes;
3. Thunder battery box customised by Accelerate Off-Grid Touring, or just the based model Thunder Battery Box here. It is also marketed under the name DRIVETECH Heavy Duty Battery Box;
4. Thumper Battery Boxes here;
5. Ardent Battery Boxes here (with 1200W inverter);
6. Mueller Energy Lithium Battery Box here (no DC to DC charger just BMS);
7. BMPRO Power Station (with built in inverter and 12 power outlets);
8. REDARC GOBLOCK (Premium pricing) here;
9. EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max (you also need an EcoFlow alternator charger to charge this in your car at full rate, the cig socket is limited to 8 amps);
10. The whizzbang POWER BOX Premium range here (3 models, 6 colours);
11. National Luna Battery boxes here (2 colours);
12. Battery Box for the DYIer here (by MSA4X4); and
13. The Power Easy Expedition Battery Box here, with Expedition Weatherproof Lockable Case, DC to DC Charger, AC Charger and Inverter.

Lithium Battery Box. Australia's No1 & the Best

JTS12volt Lithium Battery Box, Neuton Power 100ah LiFeP04 Battery, Bluetooth Monitoring and Redarc BCDCN1225 Core DCDC charger.

jts12volt.com.au

One for your list.

 

[TheDocAUS]

Lithium Battery Box. Australia's No1 & the Best

JTS12volt Lithium Battery Box, Neuton Power 100ah LiFeP04 Battery, Bluetooth Monitoring and Redarc BCDCN1225 Core DCDC charger.

jts12volt.com.au

One for your list.

I will try and add it, but I have hit word limits. Their high end BB is already listed.

 

[ADVAW8S]

I will try and add it, but I have hit word limits. Their high end BB is already listed.

You might have to add round 2 thread to keep the good stuff going