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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Cheers @Lucky1386. It has been a really fun rig to build out and enjoy. The RUX totes are awesome. Very high quality, great warranty, stack easily, and collapse down nicely. The only downside to them is the price but you are paying for quality that is for sure. I have been fortunate to partner...
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    For power in the canopy I have opted to go with the Dometic PLB40 until I know the future of this truck and if I’ll be keeping it. Last year Dometic had a crazy sale on the PLB40, 240$ per battery pack. I bought 2 and alternate with them. I built a 20ft cable and run a 180W solar blanket. Again...
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Took a wee break from school and work this week and got out to our local provincial park. If anyone is ever in the area Ellison Provincial Park is worth it for a night or two especially if you Mtn bike. Trails right from the campsite. Many folks across the pond build their 79s out with full...
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Appreciate the compliment @RockShoes I couldn’t agree more. The interior roof panels had been sitting in my garage for a year. I think part of putting it off was just finding enough time to get complete in one go. There is a noticeable difference in cabin noise as well as reduction in thermal...
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    A few more!
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    This is one project that I dreaded doing. As many of you are aware, the rear wall was converted by Morita for the addition of the massive PTO pump that sat below the rear bench seat, which was raised in order to allow seating, meaning the roof height had to go up, hence the high top on these...
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    What did you do on your 70 series today?

    I finally tackled my rear wall and added the roof liner that has remained unfinished since converting the roof from the high top to the OEM standard height. The goal was to make it as factory-like as possible. Nice to have this one ticked off the list of to-dos.
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    HZJ77 Tourer Build, Camping Pics etc - New Zealand

    Stunning! My wife and I (plus three kids) are considering moving to the North Palmerston area once I finish my Master's program for a year. I'll still have to practice, but I look forward to all the exploring. Thank you for sharing these epic landscapes!
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Okay! This is the last post for the day. I swear. I picked up this Clearview fridge slide table and was stoked at its convenience. It's a bit hard to get at the rear trundle drawer table when the bikes are loaded, so this is a quick, easy alternative for a table. The rear table tray is...
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    I agree 100% on this observation!
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    The overhead canopy door lights have been awesome!
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Another mod I am thrilled about is the Baja Designs amber light with external switch that I've added to the rear of the truck on an angled bracket (see second pic). Great for adding a non white light to the rear of the truck for many applications e.g., loading bikes (pic below), light for...
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    Builds 2001 LC HZJ78 AK -RESTORATION- For Overland

    absolutely gorgeous!
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Awesome! Glad you took the plunge. I have half of the headliner installed currently and will finished it in spring when the temps warm up as my truck doesn’t fit in my garage.
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    Builds 2001 HZJ79 Ex-Fire Double Cab Build

    Yeah I actually found it locally from another cruiser owner who brought it over or maybe had it shipped from SA. Company is Manjaro Industries. Not sure what their shipping options are but an amazing product which I do recommend.
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