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    If I was getting a new Defender...

    ...what accessories can I get?

    I need a Snorkle - So how close is the Safari to market? If not this week, maybe the Mantec
    Cargo Barrier - seems to be akin to the Snorkle availability
    Bullbar and winch - What are the options?
    Steering guard - I'll talk to Len at Troutbeck
    Side steps - Wife wants, I don't ,but I probably won't win this one - Are the OEM tubes the best or is there an better alternative?
    Spotties - probably wont bother at first
    Dual batteries and Anderson plug - Easy, I'll contact drivesafe
    Long range tank - whats available here?
    Suspension upgrade - do I need anything above standard for towing a camper trailer?

    I'd take the EBC and UHF from the Disco
    Am I correct in assuming the Radio/CD will take an iPod/USB connection?




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    Quote Originally Posted by dm_td5 View Post
    ...what accessories can I get?

    I need a Snorkle - So how close is the Safari to market? If not this week, maybe the Mantec
    Cargo Barrier - seems to be akin to the Snorkle availability
    Bullbar and winch - What are the options?
    Steering guard - I'll talk to Len at Troutbeck
    Side steps - Wife wants, I don't ,but I probably won't win this one - Are the OEM tubes the best or is there an better alternative?
    Spotties - probably wont bother at first
    Dual batteries and Anderson plug - Easy, I'll contact drivesafe
    Long range tank - whats available here?
    Suspension upgrade - do I need anything above standard for towing a camper trailer?

    I'd take the EBC and UHF from the Disco
    Am I correct in assuming the Radio/CD will take an iPod/USB connection?




    Retail therapy I think is helping my get over everything.

    if you can hang on till oct you can have a tst drive in one.....you might have to make the engine noise while we push though if thats ok
    Our Land Rover does not leak oil! it just marks its territory.......




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    I'm thinking more along the lines of test drive and purchase this week if I can. We've been talking it over and if it drives well for both of us and we can get a 5 seater, we may be able to drive one home.
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    I'm working through this list

    about $10k's worth so far

    1Mud Rails
    2Bull Bar
    3Tow Bar
    4Wheel Carrier
    5Snorkel
    6Light Wiring Up Grade
    7Second Battery and Controls
    8Fit CB Radio and aerial
    9Fridge Power
    10Storage Drawer Unit
    11Cargo Barrier
    12O/H Console
    13Sump Guard
    14Diff Guards
    15Reversing Detectors
    16Blue Tooth Phone
    17GPS setup
    18Accessories circuitry and outlets
    19Auxilliary Fuel Tank
    20AT Tyres
    21Fire extinguisher
    22Fit Driving Lights
    23Cruise Control
    24Recaro Driver's Seat
    25Roof Ladder
    26Weathershield RHS
    27Sill Protection
    28Guard Top Protection
    29Headlight Protectors
    30Side Protection plate
    31Corner Protection Plate

    and counting.

    I am working up a detailed list of options which I would be happy to share


    Sorry to hear about the troubles
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    Quote Originally Posted by one_iota View Post
    I'm working through this list

    about $10k's worth so far

    1Mud Rails
    2Bull Bar
    3Tow Bar
    4Wheel Carrier
    5Snorkel
    6Light Wiring Up Grade
    7Second Battery and Controls
    8Fit CB Radio and aerial
    9Fridge Power
    10Storage Drawer Unit
    11Cargo Barrier
    12O/H Console
    13Sump Guard
    14Diff Guards
    15Reversing Detectors
    16Blue Tooth Phone
    17GPS setup
    18Accessories circuitry and outlets
    19Auxilliary Fuel Tank
    20AT Tyres
    21Fire extinguisher
    22Fit Driving Lights
    23Cruise Control
    24Recaro Driver's Seat
    25Roof Ladder
    26Weathershield RHS
    27Sill Protection
    28Guard Top Protection
    29Headlight Protectors
    30Side Protection plate
    31Corner Protection Plate

    and counting.

    I am working up a detailed list of options which I would be happy to share


    Sorry to hear about the troubles
    I guess you'll be living in there permanently, then.



    Cheers
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    Quote Originally Posted by abaddonxi View Post
    I guess you'll be living in there permanently, then.



    Cheers
    Simon

    Simon

    There won't be room
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    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members-rides/105691-one_iotas-110-inch-kelvinator.html

    Ex 300Tdi Disco:



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    Quote Originally Posted by dm_td5 View Post
    ...what accessories can I get?

    Am I correct in assuming the Radio/CD will take an iPod/USB connection?
    NO. The Aus spec has the iPod aux. connector blanked off. You should get an aftermarket unit with direct iPod control and I would also recommend a speaker upgrade with perhaps a compact sub-woofer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by one_iota View Post
    Simon

    There won't be room

    Moving house, prophylactic advice; sounds like you've already got that plan in the works.



    Cheers
    Simon

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    Quote Originally Posted by dm_td5 View Post
    I'm thinking more along the lines of test drive and purchase this week if I can. We've been talking it over and if it drives well for both of us and we can get a 5 seater, we may be able to drive one home.
    ok i was wondering whether me and ian can get a job where you both work and move out to gove and become neighbours
    Our Land Rover does not leak oil! it just marks its territory.......




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    1Mud Rails - unfortunately wife insists on side steps, think its something to do with her being 5'1"
    2Bull Bar - Yep
    3Tow Bar - Yep
    4Wheel Carrier
    5Snorkel - Yep
    6Light Wiring Up Grade - Is it still required
    7Second Battery and Controls - Yep
    8Fit CB Radio and aerial - Yep
    9Fridge Power - Yep
    10Storage Drawer Unit - Not immediately
    11Cargo Barrier - Yep
    12O/H Console - No things fall and drop from these
    13Sump Guard - Yep
    14Diff Guards - Yep
    15Reversing Detectors - Isn't that what trees are for
    16Blue Tooth Phone - Got one
    17GPS setup - Got one
    18Accessories circuitry and outlets - Yep
    19Auxilliary Fuel Tank - Yep
    20AT Tyres - Yep, Can't live with the tyres the come with, trip home would kill them
    21Fire extinguisher - Yep
    22Fit Driving Lights - Yep
    23Cruise Control - Yep, if possible
    24Recaro Driver's Seat - Interesting option
    25Roof Ladder - No
    26Weathershield RHS - Last about 2 seconds out bush
    27Sill Protection - Later, though your getting mud rails anyway
    28Guard Top Protection - Later
    29Headlight Protectors - Yep
    30Side Protection plate - Later
    31Corner Protection Plate - Later

    Quote Originally Posted by dullbird View Post
    ok i was wondering whether me and ian can get a job where you both work and move out to gove and become neighbours
    Your welcome to stay, I think emplyment is all via the Brisbane office, not sure of the procedure.
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