Build Thread My Grenadier Trialmaster Utility Build

[Znarfgh]

UHF Mount

Another small milestone today with the installation of the UHF body under the glovebox. No drilling required as there is a handy steel plate built in that holds a small footprint, remote head unit perfectly.



Next job is to find the best position for the aerial and connect that.

 

[Znarfgh]

As I move through the build, I'm finding that everything requires power and my list is at 16 items and growing. Clearly, the USB A and USB C sockets in the console will not suffice.

Whilst installing the UHF I looked for somewhere to mount a USB socket and found a space in front of the bonnet release handle

After extensive measuring and re-measuring I took the plunge and drilled a 29mm hole in the trim panel.


There are actually two trim panels on the LHS and the hidden one also required a but of scalloping but I measured pretty well. The final result:


The wiring runs through the floor to the rear battery compartment where it is connected to a 6-way fuse box which in turn is connected a 100Ah Lithium battery box.

I'm planning to put in at least another 3 sockets with USB C's as well.

 

[Znarfgh]

I am going to use the L track for my antennae mounts. Had these brackets made up and barring a little modification, they are good to go.

 

[Rupert]

I am going to use the L track for my antennae mounts. Had these brackets made up and barring a little modification, they are good to go.

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OK, that is freakin' brilliant! Totally stealing that idea.

 

[Znarfgh]

Not much has been happening on my build over the last 6 weeks due to surgery but I'm back in action again.

Airline tracks on the rear lid to stop gear sliding around on the skateboard surface that is the non-slip rubber mat. Also found somewhere to house the CelFi unit which is removable so I can use it in the caravan as well.

 

[Znarfgh]

Rear work light and UHF antenna mounted to the rear. Running the cables into the vehicle will be a bit of a challenge with some hole drilling required.

 

[Znarfgh]

Usually, we travel with a hybrid van in tow but as I have a desert trip coming up in June, I need some quick accommodation that does not involve the use of pegs, ropes and canvas.

It just fits into the garage so no 2"lift for me at this stage.

 

[Rupert]

Rear work light and UHF antenna mounted to the rear. Running the cables into the vehicle will be a bit of a challenge with some hole drilling required.
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Bro I am loving that antenna mount. The rear light is even better! Did you fab that up or is that an aftermarket thing you bought somewhere?

 

[Znarfgh]

Bro I am loving that antenna mount. The rear light is even better! Did you fab that up or is that an aftermarket thing you bought somewhere?

Something I made at home from some 20mm tube I had lying around.

 

[Znarfgh]

A quick, minor mod today to protect the door sills.

 

[Znarfgh]

I've had some QuickFist clamps lying around for years and decided to put them to use.



After all, a long-handled shovel is a mandatory piece of recovery equipment.

 

[Tazzieman]

A quick, minor mod today to protect the door sills.
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It's good stuff. I use it on my mobile phone as well.
Has held up well on the rear ladder also

 

[Tazzieman]

I've had some QuickFist clamps lying around for years and decided to put them to use.

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After all, a long-handled shovel is a mandatory piece of recovery equipment.

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And this a ripper tool also; very sturdy and efficient/ergonomic to shift stuff from A to B.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/trojan-square-mouth-fibreglass-d-handle-powerstep-shifting-shovel_p3360911

 

[Znarfgh]

And this a ripper tool also; very sturdy and efficient/ergonomic to shift stuff from A to B.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/trojan-square-mouth-fibreglass-d-handle-powerstep-shifting-shovel_p3360911

This shovel has a spade handle as well but is easier to store with the long handle. The handle just unscrews and the D handle screws on - best of both worlds.