I’m looking at purchasing an SR5.
I need to choose between ARB and TJM for a bull bar and tow bar system.
What is everyone’s experiences with these 2 companies?
What does everyone recommend and are there any tips?
Myralga wrote:I too went down that whole canopy route of thought.
I have had a commodore with a soft top which was so easy because I could put anything in it basically as it’s versatile. Down side anyone can steal you gear too as it’s not secure.
Had multiple tray back utes over the years and if you regularly moving Big bulky items (bikes tools Home) you can’t go past a tray back. Down side everything has to be bolted down or strapped down which most people get tired of. Me personally I still can’t beat a high end tray built to your requirements. You just gotta plan it out right and your laughing.
Hard Lid looked nice but very impractical. Mine was easily removable which allowed me to move big items but this also requires you planning ahead and having somewhere to store it.
A lot of hard lids on the market are not removable so if you go down this track be aware of what you buy. All well and good having a one tonne cargo bay if you can’t fit the new washing machine under the hardlid.
Canopy personally never had one. In saying that I do own one it’s just still attached to the pallet as I haven’t had time to fit it.
This is where I’m at now with how my life is I don’t move big items all that often anymore as I am no longer a mechanic full time. I went a canopy as it has enough space for most bulky items I will deal with. And the security to lock it up is a must. I’m mounting a fridge in the rear and this was also a must and the hardlid just doesn’t give me the space for big trips.
Hope this helps.
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LocalFart wrote:I've been shopping at TJM for a few of my last additions.
- RTT
- Compressor
- Suspension
And i honestly can't fault them at all... I have 0 experience with ARB but I have heard that TJM are trying to compete with them for the top quality stuff on the market.
But as Myralga said, completely a personal decision. and local knowledge will be key in making up your mind.
My experience is that a canopy doesn't provide any extra security for your stuff - but it does cost you a grand on top of the gear that gets nicked when the b@$€@£ds smash the rear door.SR5ute wrote:Myralga wrote:I too went down that whole canopy route of thought.
I have had a commodore with a soft top which was so easy because I could put anything in it basically as it’s versatile. Down side anyone can steal you gear too as it’s not secure.
Had multiple tray back utes over the years and if you regularly moving Big bulky items (bikes tools Home) you can’t go past a tray back. Down side everything has to be bolted down or strapped down which most people get tired of. Me personally I still can’t beat a high end tray built to your requirements. You just gotta plan it out right and your laughing.
Hard Lid looked nice but very impractical. Mine was easily removable which allowed me to move big items but this also requires you planning ahead and having somewhere to store it.
A lot of hard lids on the market are not removable so if you go down this track be aware of what you buy. All well and good having a one tonne cargo bay if you can’t fit the new washing machine under the hardlid.
Canopy personally never had one. In saying that I do own one it’s just still attached to the pallet as I haven’t had time to fit it.
This is where I’m at now with how my life is I don’t move big items all that often anymore as I am no longer a mechanic full time. I went a canopy as it has enough space for most bulky items I will deal with. And the security to lock it up is a must. I’m mounting a fridge in the rear and this was also a must and the hardlid just doesn’t give me the space for big trips.
Hope this helps.
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Thanks mate. This is a huge help.
I have ruled out the hard lid option. I just don't think it is practical. They do look nice though, but it limits the vehicle's capacity and what it was designed to do.
Tonneau is looking good for me. Very flexible but my Cargo is unsecured.
So It's between Tonneau and Canopy for me. Decisions decisions.
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