What did you do with your Grenadier today?

[Tom109]

Ebay
Note it features a metal point at the front end that can be used to break a window in an emergency. I keep 2 of the steps, one in each door pocket.

Do you like this better than standing on the tire?

 

[Tazzieman]

Do you like this better than standing on the tire?

I stand on the tyre and also on occasions a step that hooks over the tyre.
But sometimes when tying stuff on ( heavy timber) my short 5'9" frame isn't up to reaching across. Despite my athletic build and senior mobility
The hook step is easier than standing with the toe of a wet work boot on the latch with my arse propped against the open door!

 

[Catpaw4x4]

Ebay
Note it features a metal point at the front end that can be used to break a window in an emergency. I keep 2 of the steps, one in each door pocket.

Yes saw that bit and was wondering. Thanks!

 

[parb]

Changed out the Chinesium stainless steel screws in my roof rack for real stainless screws. This is the Amazon special stainless screws after 3 is weeks..

 

[bemax]

Changes out the Chinesium stainless steel screws in my roof rack for real stainless screws. This is the Amazon special stainless screws after 3 is weeks..
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It’s been the Sacrificial anode…

 

[parb]

On another note, decided to update the sound system.
Ordered the kit to today.
Installing next week.
Audiofrog speakers in the doors, tweeters in the A pillars, Hertz 10" sub in the trunk. 14 channel dsp going to 7 amps for fully active controls. Dampened doors.

Should be okay..

 

[ECrider]

Changed out the Chinesium stainless steel screws in my roof rack for real stainless screws. This is the Amazon special stainless screws after 3 is weeks..
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Nasty - presume your roof rack isn't a galvanised one

 

[Tom109]

Changed out the Chinesium stainless steel screws in my roof rack for real stainless screws. This is the Amazon special stainless screws after 3 is weeks..
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Yeah, those are not stainless.

 

[parb]

Yeah, those are not stainless.

Yeah, complete bs. I bought them on Amazon for mounting my antenna and my lightbar to my roof rack. Got a new set of black m6 screws that are in stainless, this time they even quoted the material used so think I may get lucky and actually get stainless...
I'll know in a week or two.

 

[Nadir5]

Technically yesterday, but did the necessary trim on the corner of the Gen-1 Rival 4x4 engine skid plate and installed it. A bit of a challenge fitting the cross member - had to use washers on one side instead of the supplied spacer, along with some gentle hammering, but it got to the right place. Sliders next weekend!

 

[bigleonski]

It’s been the Sacrificial anode…

A bit like the Ineos towball.
It’s been rusty since the day I first put a trailer on it. Absolute junk.

 

[Ccam]

On another note, decided to update the sound system.
Ordered the kit to today.
Installing next week.
Audiofrog speakers in the doors, tweeters in the A pillars, Hertz 10" sub in the trunk. 14 channel dsp going to 7 amps for fully active controls. Dampened doors.

Should be okay..

Just had an Audison system installed last week. Tweeters and midrange in pillars real nice install, however, the display/ display ecu will not boot/turn on. Tech spent hours on phone with Italy techs going through all reboot sequences to no avail. Even contacted grenadier tech but of course they need to put vehicle on computer. And believe it when they say they’re the only ones who can! Drove 744 miles with no gas gauge, speedometer, cruise, A/C, and boo coo warning lights into Colorado . I think it’s like Jimbo originally designed it. Mechanically sound with literally no frills. ))). No problem just fill her up every 150 miles. Maybe Colorado Springs can reboot, I’ll post the issue when I find out. So….Parb be careful!

 

[parb]

Keep me updated if you don't mind?
Did the installer pull signal from existing speakers or did they try to hook it up to some other output?

I've also found the Grenadier to be sensitive to where you pull ground and positive. Can't piggy back on other wires or the computer gets unhappy.

 

[parb]

I installed a "safe" into my trunk. It's really a lockable compartment. eBay purchase from China but surprisingly good quality. Easy straightforward install.

 

[Tazzieman]

A bit like the Ineos towball.
It’s been rusty since the day I first put a trailer on it. Absolute junk.

You get it salty though!
Can always spot the guys who launch boats , live near the sea or get sand in their cracks!

 

[Walter]

I installed the Bison Basket and Roof Shelf today. The quality is excellent, and the installation was easy. However, the left basket doesn’t fit because my rear trunk isn’t flat. Bison’s website clearly states that the left basket only fits Grenadiers with a flat trunk design. I didn’t read that information carefully when placing the order....anyway, I am very happy with the right basket and roof shelf.
PS: the left basket is available for sale if anyone is interested. I'm located in Toronto, Canada.

 

[holdmybeer]

Spent the day with a really great driving and recovery instructor named Chris from Overland Canada.

Dry, sandy, dusty, and a ton of fun and learning.

 

[anand]

Spent the day with a really great driving and recovery instructor named Chris from Overland Canada.

Dry, sandy, dusty, and a ton of fun and learning.

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Chris is a great guy and knows his stuff!

 

[holdmybeer]

This is with Falken Wildpeak AT4/W in 255/80/R17. Only aired down to 31 PSI. Tried my best to stuff them up to see if they'd rub. All good.

IMG_05652.mov

www.theineosforum.com

IMG_0569.mp4

www.theineosforum.com

Sorry for the potato video quality and driving skill. I'm new at both.

 

[Steve.B]

A bit like the Ineos towball.
It’s been rusty since the day I first put a trailer on it. Absolute junk.

I have the factory towball, and think it is good quality, it seems to be resisting rust quite well like all good high carbon steel.
If a stainless steel tow ball is rated at 3500kg then I guess it would be ok, but ultimately the best quality steel out performs the best quality stainless steel.