Don Raptor
Observer
Hi folks!
Over a year ago I sold my Ford Raptor (I just didn't fit in my garage...or so).
As a replacement I bought a 2003 G500 that needed some attention.
With the build of mk216v (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/78051-O-erlanderwagen-build) in my mind I started building my own dream.
Doing some work to the engine (getting a service, new plugs, new filters), treating the G-specific issues (window regulators, rear door, belt drive...) it started to look better.
than I found out that soooo many things needed to be on a G to make it a good Camper...
Frontrunner Slim Line II roof rack (with many options like beer bottle opener and other important features like trailer hitch from http://www.g-wagenaccessories.com/)
ARB roof top tent with annex
ARB awning with mosquito net (living in Michigan rain and mosquitos are kinda common)
![photo 2[1].jpg](https://expeditionportal.com/forum/data/attachments/175/175414-bf8a443f381ee73dd08cfd0f4299f2d1.jpg "photo 2[1].jpg")
after some weeks of camping (the summer was over), we (as in me and my finance minister) figured out that some thoughts for organizing (and some additions) were needed.
the last summer was utilized to purchase more essential stuff (overlanders always find ways to justify purchases) and an additional rear luggage compartment was build.
I build this by myself with the use of plywood, black paint, a oversized door mat (cut to the right size) and some spray glue.
This addition was build because the drawer system from Frontrunner wasn't available fast enough.
And I must say, it works perfect!
we tried this out this last weekend (minor changes will be done...) and enjoyed being able to pack the G within 30min.
hilift and extra fuel (the G has some poor understanding of fuel economy...) were not needed but one need to see if a fits...(black powder coated rims and new tires, I choose Cooper Discoverer AT3 thx to expeditionportal.com!)
and using all the stuff needed for BBQ and setting up camp was easy and fast!
more things will come (lights, dual battery set up and whatever I see and like...) but I am very happy so far!
Enjoying the outdoors,
Malte
Over a year ago I sold my Ford Raptor (I just didn't fit in my garage...or so).
As a replacement I bought a 2003 G500 that needed some attention.
With the build of mk216v (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/78051-O-erlanderwagen-build) in my mind I started building my own dream.
Doing some work to the engine (getting a service, new plugs, new filters), treating the G-specific issues (window regulators, rear door, belt drive...) it started to look better.
than I found out that soooo many things needed to be on a G to make it a good Camper...
Frontrunner Slim Line II roof rack (with many options like beer bottle opener and other important features like trailer hitch from http://www.g-wagenaccessories.com/)
ARB roof top tent with annex
ARB awning with mosquito net (living in Michigan rain and mosquitos are kinda common)
after some weeks of camping (the summer was over), we (as in me and my finance minister) figured out that some thoughts for organizing (and some additions) were needed.
the last summer was utilized to purchase more essential stuff (overlanders always find ways to justify purchases) and an additional rear luggage compartment was build.
I build this by myself with the use of plywood, black paint, a oversized door mat (cut to the right size) and some spray glue.
This addition was build because the drawer system from Frontrunner wasn't available fast enough.
And I must say, it works perfect!
we tried this out this last weekend (minor changes will be done...) and enjoyed being able to pack the G within 30min.
hilift and extra fuel (the G has some poor understanding of fuel economy...) were not needed but one need to see if a fits...(black powder coated rims and new tires, I choose Cooper Discoverer AT3 thx to expeditionportal.com!)
and using all the stuff needed for BBQ and setting up camp was easy and fast!
more things will come (lights, dual battery set up and whatever I see and like...) but I am very happy so far!
Enjoying the outdoors,
Malte
