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2 of my 130s have run at around 3300-3500kg since new on standard suspension, and the 3rd is on stupidly heavy duty suspension. It's probably the main reason I buy the 130s as work utes, But I can't understand why people carry so much crap when they go bush..isn't the idea keep it simple?!
I use Araldite for radiator. Takes a while to set but it is good for extreme temperatures and the last time I used it I didnt even bother to replace the radiator. I've heard of guys using it in the blocks of engines. How long does figerglass bog take to set??? Might be a better option.Quote:
Originally Posted by 85 county
Im not that experienced with carrying this much weight in the scrub. If anything Im more worried about the strain it puts on the vehicle in bad driving conditions, but I guess that is why everyone buys the Defender becaue it handles it. Doesn't it?Quote:
Originally Posted by Summiitt
i have only used it once many years ago ( tuch wood)... sets in about 15 minits, the idea is to push it though the radiator both sides to make a plug, sort ofQuote:
Originally Posted by voltron
110 ute, 2070kg when not towing and just running around day to day weekends etc no gear.
Yes proper weigh bridge weight.
Im reading this post with a bit of envy TBH.
Adding up the weights in the P38 and we're 150kg over GVM (fully packed), and that's without the proposed second spare wheel.
Interestingly there's not difference in fuel economy or handling between empty and full. I guess eas has it's benefits, but it's also because of that I can't entertain the idea of a GVM upgrade.
Hmm - I am sure no one would not want to get picked up running over GVM.
For the brains trush: Putting aside the obvious solution of "take less stuff" (I claim devil's advocate!) has anyone had a certified (engineered and plated) GVM upgrade to a Puma 110 Defender?
Is it possible? What was the upside in weight? What was the downside in cost?
would you want to to a Puma?Quote:
Originally Posted by FeatherWeightDriver
i have driven a couple now, brisk and nice when light, suck the fule over 95klm and when heavy.
the isuzu get between 11-12 ltrs per 100 regardless
I believe the ARB GVM upgrades are based on retaining the rigs original difference between tare and GVM. For a 200 series the upgrade give you an extra 300kg which equates to front bar, rear bar, long range fuel tank, roof rack.Quote:
Originally Posted by FeatherWeightDriver
I haven't heard of an off the shelf approved GVM upgrade for the defender
Apparently the UK has a heavy duty variant which a upgraded diff centres and springs....other will have the details
No need to worry, we do some pretty serious trails for work that most people would do to go 4wding for the day.. Have run monkey gum near Norwa at 3.5ton with all standard running gear, the 130 ate it up and spat it out!Quote:
Originally Posted by voltron