Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 2003

[Joey83]

Yes, I am on overlanding.nu, my username is the same as it is here.

 

[Trexgbg]

So the snorkel is fitted externally, not yet connected under the fenders.

 

[Natchez]

How much noise does that extension ladder roof platform make? I can barely stand driving 20 mins with a ladder on my roof. I filled all my extension ladder rungs with the expandable foam to stop the whistle and noise on the highway.

 

[Trexgbg]

How much noise does that extension ladder roof platform make? I can barely stand driving 20 mins with a ladder on my roof. I filled all my extension ladder rungs with the expandable foam to stop the whistle and noise on the highway.

It is actually not that bad. Off course it is a bit of noise but it is manageable. I tried to make it as compact as possible to avoid turbulence.
The front plate makes quite good wind barrier.
And I keep the back end "open" so it has no "drag".


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[Renbuguy]

Looking good, Trex! I'm in the market for an SUV to use for my carpentry work and for overlanding trips when not working. I'd probably skip the fridge/stove install but the drawers would be useful for both purposes. How's the cargo capacity of your XL7 compared to a 4runner or pajero? Are you finding space pretty limited?

 

[Kevos]

After this I made a roof rack out of two aluminium ladders and some aluminium plates. The roof bars are made for the standrad GV which means that there are a lot of unused space in front of the bars. Therefore I decided to extend the roofrack a bit to maybe use the space above the drivers seat better.
The design is very sturdy and allows for a lot of cargo. (The last picture is before the lift)View attachment 43331 View attachment 43332 View attachment 43333

Trexgbg. Where did you run the led bar cabling ? I was thinking of going to Biltema and getting some Deck connectors from the boat section . For easy removal . Same here in Norway.. need to sell the house to buy Landcruiser. 2004 XL7 just aquired and liking your mods

 

[tjZ06]

Super cool rig. Do you find it annoying having the fridge/freezer up that high? Maybe I missed it, but it seems like you left a very specific notch out in the drawer system, what is that for? Finally, I always want to find out from folks with anex rooms, how often do you find you actually use the anex vs. it's not worth the effort to setup?

-TJ

 

[Trexgbg]

Super cool rig. Do you find it annoying having the fridge/freezer up that high? Maybe I missed it, but it seems like you left a very specific notch out in the drawer system, what is that for? Finally, I always want to find out from folks with anex rooms, how often do you find you actually use the anex vs. it's not worth the effort to setup?

-TJ

Sorry, missed your question!

Thank you, I am happy with it so far, will continue to build in springtime, more has to be done.

Yeah, the height can be a bit troublesome for anyone that is shorter than me, but I am 181cm so it is okay, but if I decide to lift it another 10cm it will be a problem.

I have two annex in the drawer section and the one in the left is covered and accessible from the back seat. In that part I have my towing cable and starter cables. In the left I thoght that it would be hard to access it so I opened it up. I was planning to have a plastic box in that area. In retrospect I would most likely have kept it covered as there is always stuff falling down in that space that is difficult to get up.

 

[Carnut]

Your XL-7 looks great with those chunky tires!

Are you still around on this forum? I own a similar vehicle, and I'd like to ask you a couple of questions :-)

 

[Kevos]

So the snorkel is fitted externally, not yet connected under the fenders.
View attachment 53711

Can you tell me which snorkel your using ? Living in Norway and you cant easily find offroad addons here because of the age of the car.. Did you get the lift TÜV registered ?
Cheers in advance

 

[Padams7]

Super cool rig. Do you find it annoying having the fridge/freezer up that high? Maybe I missed it, but it seems like you left a very specific notch out in the drawer system, what is that for? Finally, I always want to find out from folks with anex rooms, how often do you find you actually use the anex vs. it's not worth the effort to setup?

-TJ

Sorry, missed your question!

Thank you, I am happy with it so far, will continue to build in springtime, more has to be done.

Yeah, the height can be a bit troublesome for anyone that is shorter than me, but I am 181cm so it is okay, but if I decide to lift it another 10cm it will be a problem.

I have two annex in the drawer section and the one in the left is covered and accessible from the back seat. In that part I have my towing cable and starter cables. In the left I thoght that it would be hard to access it so I opened it up. I was planning to have a plastic box in that area. In retrospect I would most likely have kept it covered as there is always stuff falling down in that space that is difficult to get up.

Sup Trexgbg! Found your post, and like what you’ve done. But here we are 3 years later, what’s the XL7 look like now? Are you still using it?

 

[Joey83]

Sup Trexgbg! Found your post, and like what you’ve done. But here we are 3 years later, what’s the XL7 look like now? Are you still using it?

From what I understand, Trexgbg was last online April 9th 2020, I don't think that user is coming back online anytime soon (says my gut)

 

[El-Dracho]

From what I understand, Trexgbg was last online April 9th 2020, I don't think that user is coming back online anytime soon (says my gut)

That is indeed a long time since the last log-in. @Bengt N Since Trexgbg is from Sweden, do you know the member and have any idea what might have happened?

 

[Bengt N]

From what I understand, Trexgbg was last online April 9th 2020, I don't think that user is coming back online anytime soon (says my gut)

That is indeed a long time since the last log-in. @Bengt N Since Trexgbg is from Sweden, do you know the member and have any idea what might have happened?

I’m going to look in to it