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Build Timeline

From Shed to Outback

The Chinook project, milestone by milestone — from finding a rare camper to its first remote-area trip.

  1. 01Mar 2026

    Finding the Chinook

    Tracking down a rare 1978 Toyota Chinook camper.

    Completed
  2. 02Apr 2026

    Original Vehicle Assessment

    Evaluating the body and tired original running gear.

    Completed
  3. 03May 2026

    80 Series Chassis Prep

    Blasting, inspecting and prepping the donor chassis.

    Completed
  4. 04June 2026

    Wheelbase Extension

    Cutting, sleeving and extending the frame.

    In Progress
  5. 05July 2026

    Engine & Transmission

    Mounting the L98 V8 and 6L80E.

    In Progress
  6. 06

    Firewall & Tunnel

    Rebuilding the firewall and transmission tunnel.

    Planned
  7. 07

    Electrical & Dashboard

    Hybrid control system and digital dashboard.

    In Progress
  8. 08

    Fuel System

    Custom ~200L tank for remote range.

    Planned
  9. 09

    Engineering & Compliance

    Australian engineering approval and road compliance.

    Planned
  10. 10

    Interior Fitout

    Bespoke camper interior.

    Planned
  11. 11

    Testing

    Shakedown and systems testing.

    Planned
  12. 12

    First Trip

    The Chinook's first Australian adventure.

    Planned