The vehicle we will be using is a 2007 Nissan Navara 2.5 diesel King Cab 4 x 4 pick up. Even though the vehicle was brand new it had to have extensive work done to it to enable it to travel the rough roads of Africa.

All preparation work on vehicle carried out by:-

Overland Expedition Company, Devon www.OEC4X4.com

Speacialist Leisure, Warrington www.specialist-leisure.co.uk

Easy Lifter, Loughborough www.easylifter.co.uk

Replaced Front And Rear Suspension

Suspension was replaced with Australian Heavy Duty 'Old Man Emu' springs and shock absorbers.

Second Fuel Tank

A 60 litre diesel tank fitted to enable us to carry 140 litres of fuel

Snorkel

Fitted high air intake, away from dust and water

K & N Air Filter

Changed Nissan air filter to a washable one

Steel Wheels and All Terrain Tyres

Alloy wheels removed and steel wheels fitted as alloys are no good for the rough roads

Underbody Skid Plates

Plates covering and protecting engne, transmission and steering parts

Side Protection Bars

Replaced Nissan side bars with much stronger ones

Bull Bar and Sport Lamps

Protection to the front of vehicle and powerful spot lamps are needed for any night driving

Wheel Arch and Side Protection

Side mouldings and front and rear wheel arch protection fitted

Headlight and Bonnet Protection

Fitted to stop stone damage

Windows Tinted

For security and breakage to windows plus to block out the strong rays of the sun

Vehicle Safe

Safe specially made to fit under passenger seat

Vehicle Storage

Rear seats and belts removed and storage system fitted

Air Suspension

Air suspension fitted to the rear to help with the weight being carried on the back of the pick up.