Recent content by Surfy

The captivating adventure of travel or a world journey has enchanted me since childhood. I sought and found adventures, not least during a Trans-Africa trip and other overlanding tours around the globe. Interestingly, in doing so, I've sidestepped certain other adventures, not even recognizing...

I had to sell my V8 Diesel J20 biturbo - but guess I can help you too :) - Remove the battery from the key - remove the metall key from the knob You can remove the metall key from the knob, which them you can open/close the door manually. You have to remove the battery therefore, that a thief...

In 2020, I replaced my AGM batteries with a small and lightweight portable LiFePO4 power station. Back then, I was often ridiculed, but today it has become quite common. Which power station is suitable for this purpose? All of the tested providers are deemed "adequate" for this particular use...

Who likes to read more about my trips: Southeast Europe: Reisetipp: Osteuropa mit dem 4x4 - https://www.4x4tripping.com/2020/10/reisetipp-osteuropa-mit-dem-4x4.html Transafrica: Reisetagebuch - http://transafrica2012.blogspot.com/p/reisetagebuch.html South America: Adventure-Overland -...

I didnt maintain setup by myself, by toyota mechanic did it. But I know that they replace and renew the AHC fluid at least two times in the 10 years I did own the car. My Milage was 120k km, or 70k miles. Surfy

That is exactly the point, we cant do a similar setup without exceeding the Price(!!), weight and used space. And those units are portable, you can use it too for an energy outage or for bringing electric power into your garden for light, cooking or for fiiring up some other 110v /220v Tools...

Some travelers have been waiting for something like this for a long time! The ice cream on the road simply prepare yourself! The solution is intended for normal cars and off-road vehicles, I am excited about the implementation also for larger tire dimensions! With 33" tyres it will also work...

There are some differences. European = Full Spec Landcruiser (similar Lexus 570), but only available as V8 Diesel Biturbo, AHC, 4 Zone Aircon, Armrest Fridge, Leather, 11 Airbags, JBL 14 Sound Speaker Australian = no AHC, standard suspension, similar above Middle east = Low Spec, 6 zyl, manual...

I suggest to change the mechanic / garage. The 200er arent sold that often, and many mechanics dont have any experience. I know other who are driving a newer european spec without any hassle, so I suggest to try to resolve it :-) Surfy

Above is inside of the picture too a map of my travels with the Landcruiser 200 (J20) V8 Diesel Biturbo (289hp, 650nm) I did mostly do a blog post with pictures each day: Transafrica 2012/2013 Reisetagebuch - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club] Iceland 2014 Reisetipp: Island mit dem...

I would say yes, but better you check it too: Here is a picture from below - probably it helps

At 2011 the DPF was equiped in Europe. Not shure if they arrive already mounted, or if this happens in europe itself. At last my 200 was equipped with DPF, bough new at 2011. Surfy

The ecoflow battery comes with the adapter to charge by 12v plugs in the vehicle. Yes, those mostly are limited to 10a - but in my overview/presentation of the ecoflow delta 2 I did also mention some ways to use a 12v booster like they are used on the older classic 2nd battery setup`s with...

A DIY project Power Systems with 12v, Solar vs an Ecoflow Delta2 - which solution is better? It is not easy to compare, because both solutions have some advenate/disadvantages. Both variants did come with LiFePO4 and will have after 3000 Cycle times arround 80% capacity, the ecoflow and the...