Canter FG649 SWB Camper Truck Build

[Bris31]

My first post since joining in 2012 :ylsmoke:

Camper Truck dream came out of having a Hilux & a Campervan for years but not able to go far enough or with enough comfortable living for longer period. So after lurking here for months, researching and PMing experienced people on forum, bought Canter SWB (derated <4500kg) with intention to make a simple but functional camper truck.

Hope to update the build regularly and welcome ideas to make it happen.

So the journey begins.

 

[Curtis in Texas]

In!:lurk:

 

[GR8ADV]

More cool stuff from down under. When will it end!? Looking fwd to following along.

 

[Fugly]

ok i'll stack the fridge and take a seat....

Cheers Fugly

 

[Aussie Iron]

Looks good. A great start to another camper.

Dan.

 

[Bris31]

More cool stuff from down under. When will it end!? Looking fwd to following along.

It will depend on engineering work. Tray is removed, Alan's 16/8 rims ordered, awaiting delivery.

ok i'll stack the fridge and take a seat....
Cheers Fugly

It can be long haul, order a truck load of beer and enjoy the show

 

[Maninga]

It can be long haul, order a truck load of beer and enjoy the show

Oh, I don't know. 2 years from initial design to outcome seems to be about the norm, 5 if you're doing a complete rebuild, 7-8 if you're Owen.

Good to finally see what you're building on

 

[Bris31]

Anyone has experience with BFGoodrich 315/75/16 AT KO2 127R on Canter - onroad/offroad?
http://www.bfgoodrich.com.au/product-range/4x4-tyres/4x4-suv-tyres/all-terrain-ta-ko2

 

[PKDreamers]

Hi and welcome .
Great looking truck.
Our shed is done now but baby is about 10 days away so sum time after that we can catch up and talk trucks.

 

[Bris31]

Hi and welcome .
Great looking truck.
Our shed is done now but baby is about 10 days away so sum time after that we can catch up and talk trucks.

Pete Thanks for the welcome. Yes looking forward to truck talks sometime.

Wishes for the upcoming arrival of new family member - and welcome to the world of sleepless nights and restless days :bike_rider:

 

[Bris31]

Anyone has experience with BFGoodrich 315/75/16 AT KO2 127R on Canter - onroad/offroad?
http://www.bfgoodrich.com.au/product-range/4x4-tyres/4x4-suv-tyres/all-terrain-ta-ko2

16/8 Alloy rims are going to marry BFGoodrich 315/75/16 AT KO2 127R
SPEAK NOW, OR FOREVER HOLD YOUR PEACE :sombrero:

 

[dlh62c]

Not sure I'd go with a tire having raised white lettering since the rims are reversible.

 

[Aussie Iron]

Not sure I'd go with a tire having raised white lettering since the rims are reversible.

Run around in the mud and there wouldn't be any white lettering for long.

Dan.

 

[Bris31]

Not sure I'd go with a tire having raised white lettering since the rims are reversible.

yes, that won't look cosmetically nice when tyres are rotated. Thanks

 

[Heidi]

Your dislike if the raised white lettering is shared by many folks. The old fashion tire product called tire black would cover up the white if you can find it. I have heard cleaning the lettering with a degreaser and coloring the letters with a black permanent marker actually holds up pretty well. However, a good layer of dust or mud is easier....