Ozrockrat
Expedition Leader
This is not a build thread. I am too lazy and uncoordinated for one of those. Think of it as a random gathering of bits and pieces related to the project.
Summary of the current situation and thought process behind the build.
1- We have made the decision that we will not be returning to Australia to live.
2- We have not explored Australia to the full (we always figured we would do it when we were old and living back there).
3- I do have a 6x4 landcruiser FJ75 that has been sitting in Australia awaiting my return for the last 17 years.
4- It still starts and sort of runs but every seal is dried up an weeps/leaks fluids.
5- Our old method of travel (17 years ago) was outside living and RTT's. My bladder and older bones do not want that method of travel anymore.
6- Its 12,000 km from Phoenix to Brisbane.
7- We do have great relatives and friends who want us to do the outback/deserts with them and are not afraid of a challenging project or hard work. (beer budget will be rather large on this one)
8- Vehicle needs to be comfortable for 1 - 3 month trips in remote locations. (1500 km all road fuel capacity) 10 day water and beer supply.
9- Comfortably carry 2 adults and 1 child (pre-teen)
So somehow I was cruising the Gumtree (Australia's craigslist) and came across an ambulance body that looked as though it would fit onto the 6 wheeler to give me the level of comfort I have become used to with the Freighliner or ford ambo's. The stars aligned, not only was the price right but it was just up the road (Aussie term for within 100 km's). The guys checked it out and deposit paid waiting on availability of truck with crane to pick it up on the weekend.
The initial plan is to:
And now the bit you really clicked onto this thread for, the photos.
The cruiser as it sits now.
The ambo box.
Candidate cruiser for the engine/cab/running gear.
Summary of the current situation and thought process behind the build.
1- We have made the decision that we will not be returning to Australia to live.
2- We have not explored Australia to the full (we always figured we would do it when we were old and living back there).
3- I do have a 6x4 landcruiser FJ75 that has been sitting in Australia awaiting my return for the last 17 years.
4- It still starts and sort of runs but every seal is dried up an weeps/leaks fluids.
5- Our old method of travel (17 years ago) was outside living and RTT's. My bladder and older bones do not want that method of travel anymore.
6- Its 12,000 km from Phoenix to Brisbane.
7- We do have great relatives and friends who want us to do the outback/deserts with them and are not afraid of a challenging project or hard work. (beer budget will be rather large on this one)
8- Vehicle needs to be comfortable for 1 - 3 month trips in remote locations. (1500 km all road fuel capacity) 10 day water and beer supply.
9- Comfortably carry 2 adults and 1 child (pre-teen)
So somehow I was cruising the Gumtree (Australia's craigslist) and came across an ambulance body that looked as though it would fit onto the 6 wheeler to give me the level of comfort I have become used to with the Freighliner or ford ambo's. The stars aligned, not only was the price right but it was just up the road (Aussie term for within 100 km's). The guys checked it out and deposit paid waiting on availability of truck with crane to pick it up on the weekend.
The initial plan is to:
- pull the tray off the 6 wheeler.
- retrieve the ambo box.
- take lots of photos and measurements.
- chase down a wrecked landcruiser to get a 1HZ diesel and all the bit that are currently leaking.
- preferably an extra cab cruiser so we can have a more comfortable cab for 3 people.
- Google sketchup for both the body fitting and interior build/outfit.
And now the bit you really clicked onto this thread for, the photos.
The cruiser as it sits now.
The ambo box.
Candidate cruiser for the engine/cab/running gear.
