AUSTRALIA: Third party suppliers for the Grenadier

[TheDocAUS]

FWIW. Hi-Way truck accessories (branches in most States) (hyway.com.au) sell a very similar 36" deflector from A$68 plus fitting kit. One of our Ineos4x4Club Qld members has one adorning the top of his OEM bull bar. Says it's very effective bug-wise and for small gravel. Stones... not so much. The Allens 4x4 price for the deflector seems quite expensive by comparison.

Choice is good, as I probably cannot mount one on the roo bar, so I may have to go to bonnet mount.

 

[Max]

FWIW. Hi-Way truck accessories (branches in most States) (hyway.com.au) sell a very similar 36" deflector from A$68 plus fitting kit. One of our Ineos4x4Club Qld members has one adorning the top of his OEM bull bar. Says it's very effective bug-wise and for small gravel. Stones... not so much. The Allens 4x4 price for the deflector seems quite expensive by comparison.

Hopefully I recieve some of the 20 years plus research and delevopment but in reality they have designed and tested their mounting brackets and positioning which is all given to you in the package and I like the idea of no holes plus removal between expeditions maybe...see how it looks first

 

[TheDocAUS]

Talk about timing of my post above, John Canny chimes in.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uB2WTirfYjg

 

[TheDocAUS]

Item 5 added, 3 options from DMW.

A recent DMW video also has a bullbar and Bushranger winch, on the QM, not listed on their website (so far). It should also fit the Grenadier.

SUSPENSION - GVM UPGRADE AU

1. Expedition HQ GVM upgrade to 3800kg (Pre and Post Registration, but check), QLD registered cars only. EDIT: NSW GVM upgrade not possible at present;
2. JRace Industries GVM upgrade to 4,000kg (Pre-registration) including rear axle capacity increase (Townsville Qld). Email: info@jraceindustries.com.au
3. MORE4X4 GVM upgrade to 4,000kg (Pre-registration) here;
4. DMW GVM upgrade to 3,900kg (Post registration) here; and
5. Three GVM upgrade options for the Grenadier and QM from DMW here.

 

[TheDocAUS]

The links for new owners and Installation Guides now has its own link under Resources here. 63 items and counting.

 

[TheDocAUS]

The JMACX front stabilizer is still not listed on the JMACX website, as yet. In their video a few months ago it was imminent.

TLR Products put INEOS into their website search function a few months ago, but still no products.

 

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New links, GrenX and Polyair added.

Airbag Man now also offers kits for QM.

AIRBAG SUSPENSION (see also SUSPENSION)

1. Airbag Man suspension for the Grenadier and QM, both come in standard and 2 inch lift kits. QM kits here and Grenadier Kits here; and
2. GrenX Polyair Grenadier Ultimate Airbag Suspension Kit here; and
3. Polyair Grenadier Kits here. Standard and Lift Kits. Also available from PSR here.

 

[TheDocAUS]

Fulcrum Suspension has products under development for the Grenadier. As I said being spoiled for choice, that announcement was dated nearly 12 months ago, no announced products I can find. Details here:

https://fulcrumsuspensions.com.au/blogs/ineos-grenadier-suspension-upgrades

Addressing the Steering Issue

One of the key concerns raised by the Ineos Grenadier community has been the stiffness and sluggishness of the steering system. We're excited to share that Formula 4x4 and SuperPro engineers have pinpointed the root cause of this issue and are developing innovative products to resolve it. This means smoother and more responsive steering, making off-road adventures safer and more enjoyable.

What to expect? Lift Kits, Springs, and Shocks

Get ready to improve your Ineos Grenadier with our top-of-the-line lift kits, springs, and shocks. These components are being designed to provide superior handling and comfort, no matter the terrain. Whether tackling rugged trails or cruising on the highway, our suspension upgrades will ensure vehicle’s perform at their best.

SuperPro Bushes with Lifetime Warranty

Durability and reliability are at the core of our product offerings. That's why we're excited about the inclusion of SuperPro bushes, which come with a Lifetime Warranty. These high-quality bushes are engineered to withstand the toughest conditions, giving owners peace of mind and a smoother ride.

Adjustable Panhard Rods for Optimal Geometry

To complement our lift kit range, the SuperPro team is also working on adjustable Panhard rods. These are essential for correcting axle geometry after lifting, ensuring optimal performance and stability. SuperPro adjustable Panhard rods will help the Ineos Grenadier maintain precise control, no matter how challenging the terrain.

View: https://youtu.be/vImqtHxPotQ

 

[TheDocAUS]

REDARC Bluetooth Brake Controller. Easier for the DYIer.

4 models depending on region. I have not found the country or region for each model so far, I suspect the model letters NA may mean North America.

The REDARC Installation Guide states the grey plug is Deutsch DTP compatible (see page 4). Also note: Not suitable for Ford vehicles featuring AEB, including Ford PX3 Ranger and Everest (MY18 onwards).

When buying check region and compatibility with your car. This controller is similar to the Electrobrake. I do like the feature if the van/trailer starts swaying press a button on the REDARC App and it will fix it.

Tow-Pro Link Electric Brake Controller

The Tow-Pro Link Electric Brake Controller is the ultimate towbar-mounted solution for convenient and safe trailer braking. Featuring SwayStop Plus™ trailer sway stabilisation, the Tow-Pro Link ensures smooth braking, precise control and fast calibration.

www.redarcelectronics.com

View: https://youtu.be/1Xpe0wUUEtw

View: https://youtu.be/_WfNqqA2muQ

 

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Added Item 25

BATTERY BOXES
Some Battery Boxes reviewed here. The Hardkorr BB was the winner but the DRIFTA, KickAss and Thunder are also compelling (and for some even better).

1. KickAss Battery Boxes. My mini review here;
2. KICKASS wired switching canopy power system with 40A DC2DC charger here;
3. The DRIFTA Battery Box. My mini review here;
4. Hardkorr Battery Boxes (also marketed as the CAOS Power Battery Box);
5. Thunder battery box customised by Accelerate Off-Grid Touring, or just the based model Thunder Battery Box here;. Also marketed under the name Drivetech 4x4 Heavy Duty Battery Box - DT-02008. My mini review here;
6. Thumper Battery Boxes here;
7. Ardent Battery Boxes here (with 1200W inverter);
8. Mueller Energy Lithium Battery Box here (no DC to DC charger just a BMS);
9. BMPRO Power Station (with built in inverter and 12 power outlets);
10. Baintech Lithium Power Tops in 150 AH and 200 AH sizes;
11. The Adventure King Batblock (assuming it is short for battery block) which comes in 25 amp and 40 amp models. There are packages if you wish to purchase a battery as well, so look (Note: Suitable for unregulated solar panels 10-32 Volts, up to 300 Watts for 25 Amp model and 500Watts for 40 Amp model.);
    JTS Power Easy here;
12. REDARC GOBLOCK (Premium pricing) here;
13. EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max (you need an EcoFlow alternator charger to charge at the full rate, the cig socket is limited to 8 amps, thanks @Loc Nar);
14. Entry level ARK PowerPack 3 here;
15. The whizzbang POWER BOX Premium range here (3 models, 6 colours). Super premium pricing;
16. Not really BB’s, but Enerdrive-Dometic is famous for their 4X4 Canopy Power Systems. More suited to a canopy on the QM Cab Chassis. I am not aware on any install in the IG. A new level of pricing compared to the BB’s. Tool Box Centre offers something (Redarc gear) as does MW Toolboxes (Victron gear) and Projecta Power Boards (Projecta gear);
17. National Luna Battery boxes here (2 colours), detailed look at the National Luna BB here;
18. Brown Davis DYI powerboard (5 models);
19. BMPRO Canopy board here;
20. ORD Battery box for your own DYI job here;
21. Rok Dr DYI battery controller here; @Rok_Dr
22. TLR Universal Battery Boxes and trays here;
23. Battery Box for the DYIer here (by MSA4X4) and Front Runner offers something similar here;
24. The Power Easy Expedition Battery Box here, with Expedition Weatherproof Lockable Case, DC to DC Charger, AC Charger and Inverter; and
25. The Accelerate Off Grid Touring Power Grid, these last two options are premium products, with a price to match - both are VERY powerful setups.

SOC should be accurate with everything going through an ENERDRIVE shunt. Also has an inbuilt inverter (2000W or 1000W).

 

[TheDocAUS]

Must be used with KickAss Lithium batteries. Suitable for a canopy. Very cost effective for the DYIer, compared to some of the bespoke systems from NORWELD and others.

View: https://youtu.be/JswNf4ECsT0

 

[TheDocAUS]

AUTO ELECTRICIANS AND INSTALLERS
Ongoing, Australian auto electricians and installers with INEOS experience:

1. TLM Brookvale, Northern Beaches, Sydney, NSW;
2. Off Road Systems, Smeaton Grange, Sydney, NSW;
3. Adventure Additions, Braeside, Victoria. Also installs Brown Davis Long Range fuel tanks and working on low profile roofrack;
4. GrenX, specialises in modifying the Grenadier (Victoria);
5. Perfect Auto Electrical, Perth WA, Call Tony on 0403 808 289;
6. Schultz Automotive, Willetton, WA, website here;
7. Expedition HQ, (Gold Coast) Queensland. Also the Gold Coast INEOS Dealer;
8. Adam’s Auto Accessories - Sydney, Email: adams_auto_accessories@hotmail.com, Mobile: 0405 221 994. I have been using Adam Rando for years for car alarms, dashcams etc. Recently he installed, on the Grenadier, a front and rear dash cam, CELLINK NEO battery and I asked him to install a CAT Rust Prevention system. He does it right and at a fair price. He is based in Sydney,

 

[TheDocAUS]

I rearranged the Installation guide list to make it easier to follow. Master link here. As the list grew, it became harder to find things. I was gi8ng to chose RED headings, but I think PURPLE is better for the color blind.

INSTALLATION (OR HOW TO) GUIDES

1. AFTER MARKET AUXILIARY BATTERY: setups or discussion here, here, here and here.;
2. AUXILIARY BATTERY CHARGER BRACKETS: for charger brackets to mate a CTEK120S with a CTEK250SE look here (see heading CTEK250SE MOUNTING BRACKET. Some brackets fit 5 seaters others 2 seaters. REDARC Alpha 50 bracket set here;
3. AWNING: INSTALLING A 270 DEGREE AWNING WITH NO ROOF RACK: look here for solutions;
4. B PILLAR (DISASSEMBLING): look here with detailed instructions here;
5. HOW TO GUIDE: WRITING A HOW TO GUIDE look here;
6. ILLUMINATION OF THE KEYHOLE: solutions here (check compatibility between RHD and LHD cars), here and here. If you place anything around the keyhole note this warning here. Or use the ECRider solution of: flip the key, place index finger along shaft protruding a little beyond key. Feel for the hole and it’s orientation - insert. I was taught this technique by the dealership on delivery;
7. DASHCAM: INSTALLING THE WOLF G900 DASHCAM: Loc Nar's detailed installation guide here and more help here with lots of pictures;
8. FRONT BUMPER RADIATOR BRACKETS FOR UK: possibly EU models look here;
9. FRONT GRILL: REMOVAL look at this video from 1:15 to 3:00 minutes;
10. MICROPHONE: HANDS FREE PHONE MICROPHONE – problems with quality/performance? One solution here;
11. HUMP ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE (RHD VEHICLES ONLY): this thread here discusses the options to reduce the driver's side hump, including the GrenX offering here;
12. INVERTER: RETROFITTING 300W INVERTER look here. Thanks @landmannnn;
13. LIGHTS: LED LIGHTBAR (INSTALLING): Installing a 20 inch Lightforce Viper lightbar under the Roo Bar Hoop here. Other options discussed here and a 14 inch double row STEDI option shown here;
14. LIGHTS: SPOT LIGHT REPLACEMENTS: Mounting Kit of Exezit Lights here and KC Hilites here (new Laser Lamps Kit also announced);
15. LIGHTS: SIGNATURE OFFROAD DITCH LIGHT KIT FOR GRENADIER AND QM here. A bolt on kit, bolted to bonnet/hood hinge near the windscreen;
16. LIGHTS: WORKLIGHTS (INSTALLING): XHQ Work light here, with installation instructions here, STEDI Work light here, here and here;
17. NUMBER PLATE HOLDER: INSTALLING BLACK SHEEP NUMBER PLATE HOLDER (US/AU models with OEM winches) here;
18. RAISED INTAKE: REMOVAL and replace with grille here and here;
19. REAR ROOF SHELF (INSTALLING): Canny Outdoors video installing KAON rear roof shelf here and a Travel Buddy oven fitted to a rear shelf here;
20. REAR ROOF SHELF (INSTALLING BY NINETUBES): Installation instructions for ninetubes rear roof shelf here;
21. REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT: (5 seater) to give rear passengers more legroom, look here;
22. REDARC TowPro Elite3: INSTALLING a Tow Pro look here;
23. ROO BAR: Installing the Roo Bar here;
24. SEAT COVERS (FITTING): Canny Outdoors video fitting seat covers here;
25. SIDE MIRRORS: SIDE MIRRORS (INSTALLING): Installing SUMA Performance side mirrors here;
26. SIDE STEPS/ROCK SLIDERS: installing Electric side steps installation guide here. Options for side steps AU here and US here;
27. SIDE STEPS/ROCK SLIDERS: ABNTR4X4 installation video for ABNTR4x4 Rock Sliders here, with suggested improvements for tougher environments here;
28. SPEAKERS: INSTALLING AFTERMARKET SPEAKERS IN FRONT DOORS: instructions here, German language install here;
29. START/STOP BUTTON CLAMP: do you want to leave the Start/Stop button in all the time? Look over here for choices, including DYI, 3D printed and high grade commercial devices;
30. UHF (CB) RADIO: How to install a UHF (CB) Radio in an INEOS Grenadier without drilling any holes here (RHD cars only). LHD drive look here and here;
31. UNDER-BODY ARMOR: RIVAL - installing Rival under-body armor here;
32. UNDER-BODY ARMOR: CUSTOM OFFROAD BASH PLATES - the installation thread is here;
33. UNDER-BODY ARMOR: CUSTOM OFFROAD DIFF PROTECTORS - installing the diff protectors and trailing arm protectors is here and the PDF here;
34. UNDER-BODY ARMOR: ERO FLO FUEL FILTER GUARD - the installation thread is here and the PDF here;
35. WHEEL BEARING OR STUD (REPLACE): how to change a front wheel stud or wheel bearing here;
36. WINCH: RETROFITTING A RED WINCH: Installation guide here;
37. INGEMAR’S GRENADIER HOW TO SERIES here and here (e.g winching, offroad modes, diffs, etc);
38. ROK DR GUIDE here:
39. INEOS FORUM resources here; and
40. INEOS Fitting Guides here, at least 9 guides from INEOS and Rhino Rack.

 

[TheDocAUS]

Vista RV Crossover XLE
It does not warrant its own thread, but here is my new offoad van - nearly complete! One shelf needs to go in, otherwise it is done.

Thanks to @Mikeb62 for helping me go with the Vista RV Crossover. He also owns a Vista and has towed it with a Grenadier. He gave me valuable feedback.

Vista RV went out their way to meet my needs. They turned a query into a sale. Initially it was third of the short list after the Kimberley Kamper and Patriot ST5.

Electrics controlled by a REDARC TVMS with the REDARC Rogue added on. 645W of solar panels, 400Ah of Lithium batteries and a 3000W REDARC inverter. Tyres match the Grenadier. External kitchen with a small internal kitchen. Fridge can be used internally and externally (it is on draw). I will install the JOOCLA Shower into the van.