Category Archives: Tech

Prepping the FZJ80 For dual batteries.

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Brandon

In preparation for dual batteries and moving the radios over from the 60, I have installed the Hellroaring Technologies battery isolator/combiner.
The BIC95300B is connected to the main battery with 2awg wire through a 200amp AMG fuse.  The power … Continue reading →

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Expedition One FJ Cruiser Bumper

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Brandon

Had the opportunity to install an Expedition One bumper on a 2010 FJ Cruiser.  What a well built bumper, very complete and easy to install.  Customer chose to fit the bumper with a Superwinch 9k winch spooled with synthetic line … Continue reading →

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FJ 60 Rust Repair

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Brandon

I have been watching a few patches of rust grow on the Land Cruiser for several years.  I was washing the truck a few weeks ago, it’s after winter wash.  While washing the left rear quarter I noticed a big … Continue reading →

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Wirring the ARB Fridge

Posted on April 16, 2010 by Brandon

From ARB’s Tech Bench.
Proper ARB Fridge Power Supply
With the introduction of the new ARB Freezer Fridge that utilizes a highly sophisticated power supply with low voltage cut-off and fault code diagnostic system we’ve found these units are very sensitive to … Continue reading →

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Communications Upgrades

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Brandon

In my Land Cruiser I use a CB radio and Cell phone for most on road and trail communications. Around camp and hiking I use a FRS/GMRS radio. I decided to make a few upgrades in the Land … Continue reading →

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