wannabe Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 I live just outside Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. I drive a 1991 Nissan Terrano (as per japan specs - private import) VG30e, 5 speed Auto (limited japanese Run), Full electrics, Modified with a Ironman Suspension package (2" lift, Custom extra heavy duty shockers), Cooper Suretrac S/T 31x10.5", Snorkel (mainly for keeping the dust out and keeping induction temps down), Try-Y type headers (From mid 80's 300zx), Bullbar and 130w Driving lights. My Interests are mainly "outback" bush trips. Most of these trips are around 2-3 weeks in length and take in such area's as the Birdsville Track and Following the original explorers tracks. My next big trip will be to complete a Cape York trip. (Bottom to top along the east coast of Australia, 7500 miles, 2900 miles of goat tracks and 97 river crossings in 95+ degree heat, NO swiming due to huge croc populations). I have been watching the forums for quite a while and would classify myself as a survival mechanic. (enough to get myself out of trouble but bad enough to get myself into some.) :help: Wannabe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedPath88 Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Yep I want to move too or at least take an extended visit to Australia What your describing sounds like a LOT of fun. "Survival Mechanic"... hmm, I think a lot of us fall into that category Once again, Welcome to the Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Welcome to NPORA!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bear claw Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Welcome I want a snokel like yours Ship me on in Toronto please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 hello and welcome! cool, another aussie member -bounce- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey.T Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Welcome After this past weekend Im thinking I need a snorkel as well.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Try-Y type headers (From mid 80's 300zx), Do you remember what brand or even part number? I'm sure there's a few folks here who would be interested in finding another source for VG30 headers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannabe Posted November 28, 2006 Author Share Posted November 28, 2006 www.4wdsystems.com.au for the snorkel. You will need to place a special order if your car is petrol based as their Terrano/Navara kit is setup for the TD27 motor. They did a "special" (Read : lots of swearing) fit for my car. Ask them to provide a length of flexible hose to suit. Great service and they ship worldwide. I saw one of their suspenstion systems fitted to a Landcrusier, The owner claimed it had never caused any problems in over 150,000 Kilometers (Approx 95,000 miles) over some off the worst cattle station tracks. I got my headers via the Japanese Ebay site. I have seen Twin turbo kits to suit the VG30(e) selling for less than US$600. 250kw 340 nm torque.I am able to source most parts directly from Nissan Australia but failing that a lot of Queensland based motor wreckers have terrano's, Pathfinders and Navara's being dismantled. The average price for a Pathfinder here in Australia is around US$4000. I almost died of shock at the idea of paying US$500 for a Pathfinder. Wannabe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packie88 Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 awesome and welcome to the board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bear claw Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Thanks for the info -bounce- Having day dreams of wheeling down under with the pathy Pictures are great for putting fantasy into visuals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Very nice! Welcome to the forum. Looks like your front end could use a small tweak upward for clearance, eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5523Pathfinder Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Welcome! I dig the rig! Sounds like you will fit right in around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Welcome to the board! Nice looking Pathy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerranoNZ Posted December 7, 2006 Share Posted December 7, 2006 Welcome Digger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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