New Defender, what accessories?

**Rugrat** · 31st January 2010, 06:19 PM

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Welcome to AULRO.
Top of the list: Cargo barrier for safety in any wagon. Milford now make one in Australia for the new Defender

Agree - I shipped a 'Dog Guard' over from the UK, but Tradesman Roofracks in Bayswater Vic also have one. From Memory its available via Rovacraft in Vic.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Roof rack - look at the alloy racks from Hannibal Safari and Wind Cheetah as the steel racks (e.g. ARB ) are extremely heavy in weight.

Second this - they are awesome (just fiddle withthe wind deflectors to get less noise and also get the rear ladder.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Front mud flaps, rubber floor mats.
Canvas seat covers - the genuine canvas covers are rubbish. Order some Melvill & Moon covers from the UK. Do a search on this site and you'll see pictures etc.

These are the best and wash up really well after those long trips.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Seat extension rails - again search the forum this has been discussed a number of times.

I'm 5'9 and have no need for them but some may

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Bullbar with out a winch you may get by with the standard springs in the front. Add a winch and you need to get the HD springs fitted.

Running STD springs but have a 'Scorpion A style bar' and winch. H/Duty would lift it back to OEM spec but I haven't worried yet.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

UHF radio - the Icom IC-440 is about the best to fit discreetly in a vehicle.

What ever UHF you get - I'd also recommend getting an o'head console - ARB's or Dept. Of Interior - gives extra storage and gets the UHF out of the way.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

As mentioned Dual battery system if needed.

A definate if your touring and have all those luxuries.
Also whilst the spec tyres are fine - i fitted Coopers and also carry a 2nd spare.
One of the most 'paid for' accessories i have are the tree / rock sliders - they have battle scars but the panels whilst minor scratches have no real damage.

And welcome to Aulro - get the fender and then let the imagination go wild. Heaps to put on but you'll need to fit these to your requirements.

**flagg** · 31st January 2010, 09:56 PM

Don't forget your National Park Multi Pass.

**dmdigital** · 31st January 2010, 10:11 PM

Rugrat, you're confusing roof racks. The Hannibal rack doesn't need a wind deflector only the Wind Cheetah has that.

PRDS · 1st February 2010, 07:55 AM

Long-range fuel tank is a must if doing long Ks in the bush, but decide on which type before buying tow bar, the longranger replacement tank needs a special tow bar, a sub tank won't.
Some sort of soundproofing will make driving more enjoyable, noise killer in the UK make a full kit can either import it or some specialist LR places in Oz import it for you.
I have an ARB winch bar with 7K winch and haven't found it necessary to upgrade front springs.
Roof console is a good idea but with the ARB one you need to shorten the sun visors so check first.
If you plan on traveling in hot weather a larger intercooler will help with power. There a few available but check with your dealer first to ensure they don't void you warranty.

**juddy** · 1st February 2010, 09:49 AM

I could have gone mad on all the extra bits you need, but LR prices are stupid, the only things we ordered from them were floor mats, front mud flaps, and a snorkle, oh and the side steps, the rest is either coming off the old one or from some other cheaper place.

**CraigMarlow** · 3rd February 2010, 09:32 PM

Thanks again for all the replies folks!

A quick question - Do the front mud flaps serve much purpose when you have the side steps fitted? Wouldn't the side steps stop most of the crud spraying up on the side of the vehicle?

**dmdigital** · 3rd February 2010, 10:18 PM

Yes they do and are well worth it. Avoid the twin tube LR side steps: good design, poor build. The front mud flaps stop a lot of stuff flying up and if you have side steps will help protect them too.

victorwhisky · 9th February 2010, 06:06 PM

G'Day Boyz,

i'm looking for a Snorkel to fit a 90 SW TD4 - 2008 -

like those pictures, any ideas of what could be the ref ?

Many Thankx

Laurent

**dmdigital** · 9th February 2010, 06:46 PM

Laurent, they are the genuine LR unit. The Mantec unit (which is similar) is what's on my 110 and dullbirds as well. Rovacraft sell them or you can bring them in from the UK. Mantec | Quality Land Rover Accessories

LR unit is: LR008383 - Have a look and Land Rover UK site for accessories.

**juddy** · 10th February 2010, 11:31 AM

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Yes they do and are well worth it. Avoid the twin tube LR side steps: good design, poor build. The front mud flaps stop a lot of stuff flying up and if you have side steps will help protect them too.

Cant say iam a expert on side steps, however, after being told by my LR sales man, that LR dont make 130 side steps, and theres only one non OME who sells them, so after doing all of about 5mins research and talking to very help full man at Graham Cooper Land Rover, i was told the TD5 side steps do indeed fit, theres 2 different types, and both are better than the current ones offered for the Puma, and are still stock items, So dont always listen to Mr Dealer...... ( not that i dont like him he"s a lovely chap )

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