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    GPX5000 Modifications

    N.E ok I weighed the battery set up including the lead to the detector it is 540 grams I use a different cover set up it is a hard cover made out of ABS plastic with the Battery holder and Spo1 holder on slide mounts you will get the idea from the photo's. Regards, Ian.
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    GPX5000 Modifications

    Hi I use a camcorder type but use a mount that the battery plugs into and the batteries that I use are 12 amp hour and 15 amp hour same detector as what you want to use it on I don't have a picture of the latest set up but I will add a picture of one of my earlier versions you can buy all the...
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    The feet may be tight but it should fit may need to relieve the cut outs slightly with a file but don't modify the detector worst case if you need a spacer for between the top and base section I can make you one let me know how thick it needs to be to allow the legs to fit and bolt up. Regards, Ian.
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    Well it would be nice to have got a response to know that you got what I sent you ok at least to my knowledge you received the package last Thursday I have added an image of what I sent. Regards, Ian.
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    Hi Mr Yarg no problem just get your existing cable shortened you have the plugs and you will only need about 300mm max of cable if you make a pocket on the detector cover to carry the battery I have responded to your message. Regards, Ian.
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    Thank you gef12. Mr Yarg, If you are going to use the camcorder type batteries I have an early version of the battery carrier I use that the battery is held in place with Velcro rather than the lock I now use it is surplus to my requirements so you are welcome to it if you want it no cost just...
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    You can also get these batteries at 12 ah and this is what I use for my GPX5000 the battery holder below is what I made to solve connections it will run my F1A4 or GPX depending on input cables I have one for each detector the only problem I see is I am not sure the GP 3500 will work with the...
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    Adelaide locations for a fun first day trying gold panning

    Give Hack's Bridge area a try between Mylor and Echunga there is a small park on the Echunga side of the bridge that has access to the river and it does hold colour well known spot worked by the old boys. Regards, Ian.
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    GP3000 battery options/ upgrades

    Hi Mr Yarg, The original Gel cells should last out the day depending how old they are as for your 18V Milwaukee battery's this would work with a voltage regulator but do not try to run the GP3000 direct from the 18V battery or bad smoke will appear I do have a circuit for a suitable voltage...
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    Wanted Rock crusher angle grinder or drill

    John if you get stuck I am over on the SYP I have a chain mill and could crush the rocks for you if you are over this way. Regards, Ian.
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    GPX 4500 & SP01 Enhancer & Lightweight Battery Kit - 3d Printed Mounting Bracket

    Looks good should also fit the 5000, Is the gcode available. Regards, Ian.
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    Questionable Sensitivity of old NF coil on 3000

    Looks like problem solved with your 17 x 13 pull the plug apart cut two inches off and re terminate and hopefully that may fix it pity you are too far away from me I would attempt to repair it for you. Regards, Ian.
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    Questionable Sensitivity of old NF coil on 3000

    I would expect at least 4" for the .5 as I know I get at least that with a 17" DD Pro and 3500 the Evo should be fine or an old 24" UFO if you can find one. Regards, Ian.:)
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    South Australia Teetulpa area

    Les PM me your Email address and I will give you the info you need. Regards, Ian.
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