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Cost of setting up a 4wd
« on: February 23, 2013, 05:50:37 PM »
I have been reading this http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=17679.0  thread just for fun and was just wondering what would the costs be in an equivalent model toyota or mitsubishi ? And no,I'm not looking to replace the old "jacka" yet  :angel:
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #1 on: February 23, 2013, 05:52:28 PM »
Bar, winch, spotlights, suspension, dual batt, snorkel, UHF, seat covers, tyres, not much change from $10K
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #2 on: February 23, 2013, 05:59:04 PM »
I've also been reading that thread with keen interest......

Looks like a well set up vehicle. 
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #3 on: February 23, 2013, 06:11:05 PM »
I would never add up the set up cost. I would be in big trouble from someone if that information was made public. Better go install the last couple of bits that came in the mail during the week>:D>:D>:D

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #4 on: February 23, 2013, 07:06:29 PM »
Set up my prado about 12 months ago,

Suspension $1400 ( self fitted)
Bullbar $1400
Mud Tyres/ steel wheels $2500
Cargo barrier fridge slide $ 500 (ebay)
Winch$700
Roof rack $1200
Spoties, UHF and second battery recycled of previous car
Snorkel fitted, $500
Seat covers $300
Switches, wiring, plugs, gauges etc $200
Sliders $700

So there's $9400 plus some stuff I've probably forgotten...

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #5 on: February 23, 2013, 07:08:46 PM »
Buy a second hand vehicle with it allready there, extras are definetly cost reduced when purchasing this way.
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #6 on: February 23, 2013, 07:24:30 PM »

My set up:

Cruiser 2000 gxl petrol  $17,000
Came with snorkel, driving lights and dual battery system

Air bags and diff breathers installed $400

2nd battery. $200

Rear draw system , thanks Theo, $1000

Roof racks $350

UHF radio.  $220

Rear panel for running fridges and lights. $150

Wiring $100

Rear Anderson plug set up $90

Nothing else needed  ;D

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #7 on: February 23, 2013, 07:42:38 PM »
WANTS AND NEEDS

It depends on your wants and needs. There certain needs in setting up a basic off road/camping 4x4, Eg: suspension, bullbar, recovery gear etc. And there are wants,MORE POWER, better suspension, tyres and rims, built in draws/racks, top range spot lights, duel battery or better system, inverters and the list goes on depending on your wants.

To put a price on it , How can you?

For those who have read my build up on this forum will understand where I am coming from, I do not keep track of the costs, I do not know or care how much I have spent.
I have an idea as too where I want my Nissan to be and as yet I have not achieved that, and I do use the word WANT.

Why? because I can.

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #8 on: February 23, 2013, 07:59:02 PM »
For the vast majority of us;

Second hand tirfor and cable - $200

Front and rear recovery points - $180

$380.00

Hook the CT up, grab the family and away we go.

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #9 on: February 23, 2013, 08:07:35 PM »
Quote from: dazzler on February 23, 2013, 07:59:02 PM
Second hand tirfor and cable - $200

Used only once :)
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #10 on: February 23, 2013, 08:19:00 PM »
Would this be worth the money???? For some one looking for a near new 4X4
http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/toyota-hilux-2010-14230045

Obviously you can negoiate on price
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #11 on: February 23, 2013, 08:22:19 PM »
Quote from: Wagon Man on February 23, 2013, 08:19:00 PM
Would this be worth the money???? For some one looking for a near new 4X4

Tell him he's dreaming...
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Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #12 on: February 23, 2013, 08:29:28 PM »
$61k for a Camry on steroids, yikes. Really, people pay that much for a Hilux?
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #13 on: February 23, 2013, 08:38:13 PM »
Obviously he's dreaming .
What would be a reasonable price for this vehicle??
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #15 on: February 23, 2013, 09:23:15 PM »
Can one of the moderators lock or delete this thread, I don't want to know and those that do know would probably not want to be reminded...... :'(
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #16 on: February 23, 2013, 10:28:20 PM »
Quote from: Wagon Man on February 23, 2013, 08:38:13 PM
Obviously he's dreaming .
What would be a reasonable price for this vehicle??

I am asking a reasonable Question TOEBALL
 ARE you  the seller?

I understand MODS cost $$$$$$ BUT what would you pay if you were in the market for a NEW 4wd??
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #17 on: February 23, 2013, 10:35:51 PM »
Twist.....I thought you were the seller Wagon Man. As you can see from toeball's footer he has a dmax. Perhaps if you buying this Wagon Man you should start a thread and not hijack this one, and get grumpy at guys making a joke.
Cheers Nomad  :cheers:
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #18 on: February 23, 2013, 10:43:09 PM »
I think some of you have missed the point of my question. The thread in question is about setting up NEW Mahindra with all the goodies, for about $50k  all up including NEW vehicle. So what would the al up cost be for the same setup on a NEW paj or patrol. I'm not bashing or stirring the pot here
If this can be done for $50k on a Mahindra how much for a prado or cruiser, is all 8)
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #19 on: February 23, 2013, 10:53:46 PM »
Lol I think toeball was actually talking about not wanting to be reminded of how much money has been spent on his tug.
Back on topic it doesn't always have to cost allot of money to set one up.
For instance my 08 patrol has been built to a very small budget yet doesn't look out of place. And it does everything I need it to.
My patrol came with a bull bar and 3" lift. In have added the following
Light force lights (from prior car, but a couple of hundred will buy you a decent set.)
Winch $500
Roof console, home made ($30 materials)
Uhf $200
Outback drawers second hand $300
Speakers, dvd player and roof screen plus powered sub $500
Rear power set up $100
Sliders, full length roof rack and awning $1085
³³" muddies $500 after trade in
Spare wheel spacer $65
ARB recovery kit $200

So all up I'm around 3k for what I've done. In still have allot to do but as it is now I can comfortably take it out knowing that I am quite self sufficient and shouldn't sustain much damage.

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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #20 on: February 23, 2013, 10:57:15 PM »
Quote from: Nomad on February 23, 2013, 10:35:51 PM
Twist.....I thought you were the seller Wagon Man. As you can see from toeball's footer he has a dmax. Perhaps if you buying this Wagon Man you should start a thread and not hijack this one, and get grumpy and guys making a joke.
Cheers Nomad  :cheers:


NEW TWIST NOMAD
I am definitely not the seller and yes I relise he has a Dmax BUT maybe you need to Had a look at http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=249.575[url=http://"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=249.575[url=http://"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=249.575[url]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"]http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=249.575[url]"WHAT DO YOU DO FOR A CRUST"[/url]
He might be the owner ....
NOMAD all I want is some sort of a guide as all I want is a NEW TUG (4WD) to tow my new to me CT.
I hope thats OK NOMAD  and that I haven"t upset you?
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #21 on: February 23, 2013, 11:02:45 PM »
Quote from: xcvator on February 23, 2013, 10:43:09 PM

If this can be done for $50k on a Mahindra how much for a prado or cruiser, is all 8)

The accessories cost the same really.  You just save on the purchase price.  I liked that built.  Nice to see something different.
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #22 on: February 23, 2013, 11:04:22 PM »
NOMAD if the MODS direct me to make a new thread I will have no problem in creating one . I hope that you can also make a helpful contribution to this new thread.
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #23 on: February 23, 2013, 11:11:11 PM »
Oops.... I don't want my wife knowing that I'm not done spending, she thought after I bought the new ute I'd be finished.

Where's the link to the myswag turning grumpy thread  ???
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Re: Cost of setting up a 4wd
« Reply #24 on: February 23, 2013, 11:15:01 PM »

Where's the link to the myswag turning grumpy thread  ???


So you want this thread to remain open or closed???
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