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  1. 23rd March 2010, 09:05 PM #11
    PAT303
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    I've had many many tojo's for work vehicles and my defender ate them all.I would pit it against any jap vehicle on gravel. Pat
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  2. 23rd March 2010, 11:21 PM #12
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    the 110" defender will not pitch as much as the 100" wheel base disco.

    sound wise the disco will be easier on your ears.
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  3. 24th March 2010, 07:32 AM #13
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    The 110 should be absolutely fine.

    If you're fussy about the handling (like I am), just factor in regular changes of the bushes and keep an eye on the drop arm for wear.

    HTH

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  4. 25th March 2010, 07:34 PM #14
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    may as well jump in here with my 2c

    The defender can be really good or really bad depending on what you do. Use good quality shocks and springs and keep them in good condition and you will have no worries at all.

    I have an 86 county, and have done a lot of rough dirt driving with a '92 Tdi 110 and an '02 Td5 110...

    I have found the best combination to be Bilstein shocks, King Springs and a good sway bar. Don't forget your tire pressures. This setup is a dream, and you can drive all day without getting a sore back.

    The only other 4wd's I've driven a reasonable amount with are a 75 series and a hilux.. neither had /anything/ on a 110 in terms on handling.

    BUT if you get warn bushes, a bad shock, saggy springs etc it can fall apart very fast. When I got the County it had a few warn parts of the steering and it handled like a death trap. Its very good now.

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  5. 26th March 2010, 02:36 AM #15
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    Quote Originally Posted by flagg View Post
    Use good quality shocks and springs and keep them in good condition and you will have no worries at all.
    On the money. Good shocks and good bushes make all the difference to both Disco and Defender skipping on rough roads. Some shocks even new make the back end wander about like mad but most good quality shocks will do the job. It can depend upon how soft your springs are - harder springs are less comfortable but much more positive on handling. However I also do I find the D2 much more civilised and quiet...
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