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by petesherrard
October 24th, 2016, 7:17 pm
Forum: New members, say hello
Topic: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!
Replies: 18
Views: 16220

Re: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!

On the Amarok, it's possible to drill the front holes right where the tub bolts to the chassis, so you can have your eye bolts mounted through the tub to the chassis brackets. Don't know if that's possible on the Hilux. I am trying to get a few more details from Northstar about what they will be pr...
by petesherrard
October 24th, 2016, 1:12 pm
Forum: New members, say hello
Topic: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!
Replies: 18
Views: 16220

Re: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!

I did look at Torklift but was shocked by the price. And I would prefer to avoid anything sticking out from the truck, especially low down. I have done a lot of off-roading in Africa, where I also plan to take this camper and I can imagine these catching on bushes/ camels/ locals, not to mention bei...
by petesherrard
October 24th, 2016, 11:27 am
Forum: New members, say hello
Topic: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!
Replies: 18
Views: 16220

Re: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!

Hi, I have a NorthStar but currently use the bolts drilled through the wall of the bed. I would like to move to the Torklift system that bolts to the chassis but am still considering the weight and cost. If you want to go that way, your dealer may be able to import them together with the camper... ...
by petesherrard
October 23rd, 2016, 3:51 pm
Forum: New members, say hello
Topic: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!
Replies: 18
Views: 16220

Re: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!

Hi zildjian,

Thanks for the reply. So would you say that going through the floor with those eye bolts is strong enough, even for off-roading, without having to bolt to the chassis frame? As long as I use large washers?

Thanks,
Pete
by petesherrard
October 23rd, 2016, 2:59 pm
Forum: New members, say hello
Topic: Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!
Replies: 18
Views: 16220

Hello & how do I mount a Northstar to a Hilux!

Hello everyone. I have just bought myself a mk7 Hilux and recently ordered a Northstar 600SS, popup demountable from the States via a brand new dealer here in the UK. The dealer is so new I am their first ever customer and they are learning the whole process from scratch, using me as the test custom...