What are the unusual land rover body changes you've seen?

[digger]

1973 Land Rover (4X4) Wagon Diesel.Wanted | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Copper Coast - Moonta (http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/moonta/cars-vans-utes/1973-land-rover-4x4-wagon-diesel-wanted/1020311719'mpch=ads)

High contender here!! (changes diesel 109 into a kenworth lookalike!)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1283.jpg

cab lifted?


looking forward to seeing others!!

[juddy]

How cool is this..:)

[Epic_Dragon]

that is so cool! lot of work has gone into that! what a masterpiece!!

[Barefoot Dave]

:o gotta have a hobby, I guess.

Dropped the guards, I'd say. that would create the least rego worries.
BDave.

[goingbush]

That Prime Mover is great ! Imagine that pulling a scaled down Semi Camper , neat.

one that comes to mind is the Series3 Chity Chity Bang Bang

http://www.instablogsimages.com/images/2010/09/20/stuart-wallis-chitty-chitty-bang-bang-replica_JB55c_3868.jpg

[Cobber]

That mini prime mover isn't what I expected when I opened the thread that for sure! I think it's bloody excellent though ... must be hard to sell something you've put that much time and effort (and money probably) into!

[clubagreenie]

The only way to make a series less aerodynamic.

[Sitec]

It's certainly unique... If he was to change that front wheel trim, tack a second axle on with some neatly made alloy guards and a miniature turntable it'd really complete the job!

[Chops]

Was on Fraser Island 20 or so years ago and saw a Toyo that had been made into a "look-a-like" prime mover,, really well done from what I could see.

[disco 3 door]

1973 Land Rover (4X4) Wagon Diesel.Wanted | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Copper Coast - Moonta (http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/moonta/cars-vans-utes/1973-land-rover-4x4-wagon-diesel-wanted/1020311719'mpch=ads)

High contender here!! (changes diesel 109 into a kenworth lookalike!)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1283.jpg

cab lifted?


looking forward to seeing others!!
Looks more like a Western Star. Well done though.

[Homestar]

My favourite....

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=62694&d=1373284563

[Homestar]

Do photoshops count?...
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=62695&d=1373284697

[Epic_Dragon]

oh wow that looks like a giant rattler! anybody else ever have that rc car? 10 wheels it had! i used to have awesome dreams about that thing in real life form! and i dont think dude is selling the project, i think he is after another donor landy in order to finish the project :) wow chitty chitty bang bang!

[Cobber]

My favourite....I love the fact it's parked up with the old truck behind it :cool:

[rijidij]

Here's a couple of different Landys..............

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2015/02/1041.jpg (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/rijidij/media/Landys/buggy-large6.jpg.html) https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2015/02/1042.jpg (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/rijidij/media/Landys/buggy-large1.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1225.jpg (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/rijidij/media/Landys/Hot_Rod_1.jpg.html) https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1226.jpg (http://s204.photobucket.com/user/rijidij/media/Landys/Hot_Rod_2.jpg.html)

[digger]

check out this freelander cargo barrier...

Cargo barrier | Other Parts & Accessories | Gumtree Australia Western Australia - Perth Region (http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/perth-region/other-parts-accessories/cargo-barrier/1021921088)


if this is fitted I'd like to see the photo..

[goingbush]

Shouldn't forget the Redbull Puma

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1215.jpg

[korg20000bc]

Shouldn't forget the Redbull Puma

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1215.jpg
Looks like a Volvo TP21:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1217.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1218.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1219.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1220.jpg

Great-looking vehicle

[goingbush]

You have to love the Volvos,

Here is a genuine Red Bull Sugga
http://www.tumblr.com/photo/1280/loudpop/227206582/1/tumblr_ksalz9PV4K1qzsctz
but the one in the earlier post is defenatly a LR Puma

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1215.jpg

notice the Hubs / rear door lines and door handles, there also is a photo of the inside somewhere showing the Puma dash. And also the real one is a leafer.

[modman]

Land rover body changes??
Sore left knee and right elbow:burnrubber:
Dc

[lebanon]

I don"t know if it is a 150, 170 or 190

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/805.jpg

[lebanon]

And this one

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1192.jpg

[Sleepy]

I don't have a photo but the Sherman Tanks in "A Bridge Too Far" (1977) were mock ups built on s3 88"

[clubagreenie]

Yeah, 'cause the blue thing needs winch.

[Kevin B]

Do Cartoons Count

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/H:\My Pictures\i407547.jpg

[goingbush]

I don't have a photo but the Sherman Tanks in "A Bridge Too Far" (1977) were mock ups built on s3 88"

:eek::eek:
so there is a Landy parked in there !!! ( it looks like a series one steering wheel )

http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=75948&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1367307613

a few landys in this clip but no clues as to whats inside the Shermans
Making of A Bridge too far in Deventer (a 3 minute film from 1976 in super 8! ) - YouTube

[Slunnie]

And this one

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1192.jpg

I'd love to know more about this one, especially the build.

[Slunnie]

Bell Aurens Longnose. Was designed to take a 1500hp 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin V12. UKs RTA compromised with a 235hp Rover v8.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/550.jpg

[Kevin B]

Bell Aurens Longnose. Was designed to take a 1500hp 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin V12. UKs RTA compromised with a 235hp Rover v8.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/550.jpg

LMAO @ Compromised...

[bob10]

Don't have a photo, but the taxis in the movie Judge Dredd, were LR chassis with weird bodies. Saw one on " a 4x4 is born" Bob [ oh.... wait.... already been posted... I'll be moving on now :whistling:

[Chucaro]

Amphibious Land Rover Discovery

http://www.perrys.co.uk/car-news/res/images/articles/discoverylakegeneva_468x0.jpg

Love this ones :D

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1100.jpg


https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQbFmPIpV5SUHJ9rB31XUm92-uTavP5aMGQFZkVsRAW0G5IM8Jr

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/405717_10151381158917385_1235831786_n.jpg

1976 Land Rover 109" 2.6 Fire Engine.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1101.jpg

[clubagreenie]

Do we know more about the designation of the S3 above? Similar to a S2b but less FC.

I'd love either the tractor (are thbey portalled or just different axles?) or the pair of tracked ones, there was also a hovercraft built out of a S2a (thinks?) it's pictured in the Land Rover: Workhorse of the World publication. Getting harder to find these days, but I picked up 2 brand new on the bay, as did I get the Camel Trophy Land Rover years DVD.

[Chucaro]

Do we know more about the designation of the S3 above? Similar to a S2b but less FC.

I'd love either the tractor (are thbey portalled or just different axles?) or the pair of tracked ones, there was also a hovercraft built out of a S2a (thinks?) it's pictured in the Land Rover: Workhorse of the World publication. Getting harder to find these days, but I picked up 2 brand new on the bay, as did I get the Camel Trophy Land Rover years DVD.

I guess that the one with the tractor wheels is an adaptation of the drivers used by the Hounslow company which adapted this type of wheels for the Forestry Commission back in UK
They used Studebaker axles with GKN-Kirkstall planetary hubs.
Do a search for Land Rover Roadless 109 and see if something with info come about.
Cheers

[Chucaro]

Interesting Puma 130 dual cab

http://photos.net-truck.com/photos/landrover-defender-114847210909u22.jpg

http://photos.net-truck.com/photos/landrover-defender-114847210909u23.jpg

[bobslandies]

Do we know more about the designation of the S3 above? Similar to a S2b but less FC.

Hi,

It's a Carmichael:

The Redwing FT/6 Fire Appliance (http://www.landrover.vlothuizen.nl/show/list/7035-1.html)

There was one for sale in Melbourne earlier in the year.

http://www.thesteamboatingforum.net/landrover/carmichaelft6.htm
scroll down to look at the streamlined ones.

http://www.fire-engine-photos.com/picture/number10713.asp

http://www.flickr.com/photos/homer----simpson/3595475798/


Where's DasLandRoverMan - he knows about them!


Bob

[DasLandRoverMan]

Can't really add a great deal to what's although as far as I'm aware all the FT/6's were 4 cylinder vehicles, along with the very few IIA FC based FT/7's.

Six Cylinder engines were however in all variants of IIB FC Appliences, and the Series III based ones built by Bates of Evesham for various Northern Ireland fire brigades.

There were a few variations to the FT/6 body (asides the front end panel work) with some being 4 man crew pumps, and others being 2 man crew with larger equipment storage lockers and possibly no pump.

Charming vehicles, although not quite as butch as the IIA/IIB or 101 FC's.

And for whoever mentioned the Judge Dredd trucks:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1095.jpg

[Chucaro]

The Turkish army LR adapted by Otokar

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Bushie]

Austral Hawk (from the 80s)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1084.jpg

Martyn

[Kevin B]

Snapped this off tele, its from the show defiance on fox, cant find any info on it but looks awfully familiar

[Homestar]

Snapped this off tele, its from the show defiance on fox, cant find any info on it but looks awfully familiar

Twould be a Haflinger.:). Very close to the hearts of some members here.

Here's what one looks like that hasn't been butchered...
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[disco2_dan]

I think all of these shown are awesome, particularly the odd green one with the offset wheels from the body that's really cool, I wonder if it was done for effect 4wd ability

[Mick_Marsh]

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/general-chat/62893d1373691719-what-unusual-land-rover-body-changes-youve-seen-20130713_001638.jpg

Looks like competition to the Nary or a mini version of a LRPV Mothership.

[goingbush]

This one is too cool, almost looks like thats how it is meant to be.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1037.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1038.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/1039.jpg

[bobslandies]

Twould be a Haflinger.:). Very close to the hearts of some members here.

Here's what one looks like that hasn't been butchered...
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=62895&d=1373697255

I think this one might be a Pinzgauer 4x4 (Fullflinger) rather than a Halflinger.

Bob

[Barefoot Dave]

Nearly had this one:

[DasLandRoverMan]

Definitely a Pinzgauer (squaddies over here call em 'Pinnies') halflingers look a lot smaller, and only run 4 stud wheels.

[Kevin B]

This is Cool

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/general-chat/63211d1374192156-what-unusual-land-rover-body-changes-youve-seen-discovery.jpg

[korg20000bc]

Like the Halo Warthog conversion:
From:
http://operationchastity.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/3.jpg

to:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/07/597.jpg

WARTHOG (http://operationchastity.com/launch/warthog)
http://operationchastity.com/launch/images/lrohalo.pdf

[Mick_Marsh]

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/general-chat/62944d1373781769-what-unusual-land-rover-body-changes-youve-seen-lf.jpg

I was thinking of bidding on both of those.
They were both sold off real cheap.

[DasLandRoverMan]

Those tyres would suit a 101 nicely...

[Barefoot Dave]

Yer Mick, I was all over it but had some stuff come up and missed the end of the auction.:wallbash:
Went and crawled all over them and have heaps of photos of them, the bikes and the Cruiser 6x6s from the show.

[Kevin B]

This looks Cool

[clubagreenie]

Scratches, gouges, burns from rusted bolts and other impossible to reach parts. Assorted other changes to the body including receeding hair in some areas and increased growth in others. Usually from late cold nights spent outside working on the things. Can be in conjunction with increased alcohol consumption, beard growth, persistent blackened fingernails.

[Rusty Bulkhead]

VW powered lowrider:p

[Rusty Bulkhead]

Enclosed cab :)

[Rusty Bulkhead]

Land Rover in drag :)

[Rusty Bulkhead]

Icecream Van :)

[V8Ian]

Enclosed cab :)
More than a passing resemblance to an Austin Gypsy.

[Davo]

The Turkish army LR adapted by Otokar

http://www.turkmilitary.com/data/media/92/syf9y4so0.jpg

http://www.turkmilitary.com/data/media/132/engerekss.jpg

Those look exactly like the specials the US Rangers had in, I think, the '90s.

[BMKal]

This looks Cool

Belongs to a member on here - usually lives just round the corner from me in Kalgoorlie.

It is definitely the most impressive looking LR that I've seen. ;)

[Kevin B]

Belongs to a member on here - usually lives just round the corner from me in Kalgoorlie.

It is definitely the most impressive looking LR that I've seen. ;)


I think it Awesome, i i ever see it out and about in Sydney, Ill flag hime down just for a Sticky Beak... after convincing him im not a Lunatic..

[digger]

64208

shows an aussie number plate

[digger]

64210

64211

sorry I cant seem to make these larger

[goingbush]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/09/702.jpg

[Racing Sardine]

Vw running gear

[Racing Sardine]

Side view

[digger]

Mummy, its ugly!

Land Rover diesal - Modified 3.9 | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Alexandrina Area - Strathalbyn | 1022414741 (http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/strathalbyn/cars-vans-utes/land-rover-diesal-modified-3-9/1022414741)

65679

65680

65681

Date Listed:13/09/2013Last Edited:13/09/2013Listing Type: Private sellerMake: Land RoverModel: 3.9Body Type: UteYear: 1983Kilometres: 750000Transmission: ManualDrive Train: 4x4Fuel Type: DieselColour: GreyAir Conditioning: NoRegistered: YesRegistration Number: URX 907Registration Expiry:2 months - 08/11/2013

Modified 1983 Isuzu 4BDI, 4 cyclinder. Chrone cylinders, Stelite valves, reconditioned gear box. Extra fuel tank, with electric aircraft fuel pump from 58 litre auxiliary tank to 63 litre main tank. Extra size aluminium radiator - 20mm deeper. UHF radio. Pioneer stereo CD player. 17 gallon stainless steel water tank, with caravan pump and tap. 2 aluminium storage boxes in ute. Magna recliner seats with lumbar support. Excellent reliability and fuel economy. Contact Don 043882****+ show full number

[Disco Muppet]

:(:mad::nazilock::angrylock::censored::thumbsdown:

Why would you do that to a stage one Isuzu?!

[Duke4]

Mummy, its ugly!

Land Rover diesal - Modified 3.9 | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Alexandrina Area - Strathalbyn | 1022414741 (http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/strathalbyn/cars-vans-utes/land-rover-diesal-modified-3-9/1022414741)

65679

65680

65681

Date Listed:13/09/2013Last Edited:13/09/2013Listing Type: Private sellerMake: Land RoverModel: 3.9Body Type: UteYear: 1983Kilometres: 750000Transmission: ManualDrive Train: 4x4Fuel Type: DieselColour: GreyAir Conditioning: NoRegistered: YesRegistration Number: URX 907Registration Expiry:2 months - 08/11/2013

Modified 1983 Isuzu 4BDI, 4 cyclinder. Chrone cylinders, Stelite valves, reconditioned gear box. Extra fuel tank, with electric aircraft fuel pump from 58 litre auxiliary tank to 63 litre main tank. Extra size aluminium radiator - 20mm deeper. UHF radio. Pioneer stereo CD player. 17 gallon stainless steel water tank, with caravan pump and tap. 2 aluminium storage boxes in ute. Magna recliner seats with lumbar support. Excellent reliability and fuel economy. Contact Don 043882****+ show full number

Am I seeing things or does it have suicide doors?

[Homestar]

Am I seeing things or does it have suicide doors?

Well spotted, looks that way.

[CJ_DT]

I see that round town quite often, it looks better in the pictures than it does in real life.

[Sitec]

How weird that I should see this again!! Delivered a tractor to Strathalbyn the other day, and it followed me in... Have seen it before, and yes.. It is strange!! Seemed to go ok tho! Have seen it up in the city as well, so he does some miles in it.. Yes re doors... Very strange looking vehicle...

[CJ_DT]

Its getting cheaper and cheaper quite quickly though.....

[spudboy]

From the "Interesting Pictures" thread:



http://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/12375/Big%20Camper.jpg

[85 county]

i have been quickly over that Stage 1 a couple of years ago, quite intresting, the owner is an original as well. dont know why he is selling it i can only imagion the worst for him. his son was on this site a year or so ago

[lebanon]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1174760_10152234397422785_1222750911_n.jpg

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/09/702.jpg

Also Turkish made Otokar

[rijidij]

A couple more..............

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/09/496.jpg

http://img.modifiedcars.com/c/h/132/52560_390993.jpg

[digger]

this is on a mates property---with heaps of other bits and pieces may come up in a clearing sale soon...

can you explain what is what???


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/839.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/840.jpg

These were sent to me I havent visited the vehicle in person!

[isuzutoo-eh]

Rangie chassis and grill, forward control IIa body I reckon

[discovery39]

Unusual body changes..............
A see through bonnet!:angel:

[clubagreenie]

Someone tried to make a IIB

[digger]

Maybe series 3 looking at hinges?

I wonder how it went... story goes that the vehicle was registered!!!
(what as would be interesting) and bought for the engine and box.

It was put in here because I think it fits perfectly in with this thread!

My mate doesnt actually own this property (my mistake earlier) but is getting ready to clear it for someone who is in hospital and not at all likely to ever come out. Theres a few rangies (2 doors) a s3 lwb (with holden power) and a series or two tucked about... I'm interested in a s1 that may have the tray I need to be able to get on with my '56 S1. Will have to arrange to have a look.

[UncleHo]

Not Rangie Chassis, too long, 110 County I would say at a guess,possibly a V8 but would have to see engine mounts,could possibly be a Izusu 4BD1 unit,they were popular with farmers in the 80's, 83---89/90 they were replaced with 200TDI motor and called Defender :) the civilian Izusu Counties proofed the Perentie for production. 200-250+ for ADI plate requirements.

[clubagreenie]

Rear cross member and the one just behind the rear footwell aren't range either.

[DasLandRoverMan]

I'd say it started life as a Range, has been poked and prodded quire a bit though.

[goingbush]

Absolutely is a Rangie chassis, The RR body mounts are a giveaway, totally different to LR body mounts, The RR chassis has been cut off aft of the rear spring mounts and the rear couple of feet of a LR chassis has been welded on.

thats how I made my 90

still looks 100" to me

[Sitec]

The exhaust system points to Rangie too... Just after the rear spring mounts, you can see the join of the chassis extension. I'd b interested to know more! :)

[lebanon]

What about this one?

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/97.jpg

[lebanon]

or this one?

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/112.jpg

[lebanon]

yet another style

http://imageshack.us/a/img14/9373/newpicture2ch.png

[lebanon]

Even Discos were treated to become drags!

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/111.jpg

[frantic]

On the weekend I drove past a P38 range rover cut into a 2 door alloy tray back ute:eek: it was dark green with what looked like original alloys going through albion park heading north.

[DasLandRoverMan]

What about this one?

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/04/97.jpg

Interesting pic, but it's a photoshop job.

[Disco Muppet]

On the weekend I drove past a P38 range rover cut into a 2 door alloy tray back ute:eek: it was dark green with what looked like original alloys going through albion park heading north.

Yep, it's owned by one of the blokes at Graeme Coopers.
Nicely done :cool:

[Saitch]

Spotted this beauty on Fraser last Easter. It's taken a while to post as I used the SIL's Ipad for photos & had to wait for her to email them. In the side shot the front hatch is the pantry & the rear hatch is the slide out fridge. The owners must have thought I was a nutter as I was in my Asian 'tilley waving for them to pull over!
Steve

[LandyAndy]

I have an abortion of a 2a Bloodbox in my yard at the moment,will get some pics.
Andrew

[rangietragic]

This looks Cool
Saw this for sale in a "just 4x4 "mag.Isuzu engine and one of everything.Wanted $120.000 from memory.Saw it again a fair while later for around $40.000

[LandyAndy]

I have an abortion of a 2a Bloodbox in my yard at the moment,will get some pics.
Andrew

As promised.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/07/279.jpg (http://s113.photobucket.com/user/LandyAndy_2006/media/002_zps2da1df1c.jpg.html)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/07/280.jpg (http://s113.photobucket.com/user/LandyAndy_2006/media/001_zps5a96923c.jpg.html)
Andrew

[Disco_Fever]

Saw this at a 4wd show recently. Still useful after a pretty long innings.



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[gusthedog]

Saw this at a 4wd show recently. Still useful after a pretty long innings.



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Useful if you like pockets on your spare wheel or useful if you're scared of the dark?:wasntme:

[Chops]

Haven't seen that around for a while. He was based somewhere around Dandy, used to see him scooting around in it all the time, rain, hail or shine.

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Sitec]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

Hate to say it, but hats actually photoshopped.. Sorry!

[rangietragic]

Hate to say it, but hats actually photoshopped.. Sorry!
Bugger,i kind of like it!

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[digger]

https://scontent-a-vie.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/s600x600/10505428_10152572085033948_4368245305527823959_n.j pg?oh=6dd08c57fcc714b5bf7a93fc13dd2c50&oe=543CA144

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/10429372_10152572085068948_7146064722119928130_n.j pg

please say it is photoshopped!

[isuzutoo-eh]

6 wheel Land Rover 4 wheel drive full tipper 200TDI with power steering | eBay

There's been talk about extending the front doors for an extra-cab before...

[lebanon]

https://scontent-b-vie.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10612725_10203659109749913_561325695726892586_n.jp g?oh=5d359f67ae663f45d9cad0df5f1fa699&oe=5480411D

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[goingbush]

anybody got a match ?
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/08/167.jpg

I wonder if that spare wheel cover moves around like a roll top desk ??

[Chops]

That'll be just plain disgusting :eek:

[LandyAndy]

Ezi Fix for a carpenter after a roll-over:eek::eek::eek::eek:
Andrew

[Disco_Fever]

Just because you can... doesn't mean you should.

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[digger]

I must be honest I look at that and think,...

he must've had wood!!

(If you did a defendeldn't be right!)r the panels would be straight...it wouldn't be right)

[gusthedog]

anybody got a match ?
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/08/167.jpg

I wonder if that spare wheel cover moves around like a roll top desk ??

The sad thing is that it would have taken someone hundreds of hours to make that bucket of puke. Poor bastard. Did no one tell him it was a crap idea?:D

[digger]

The sad thing is that it would have taken someone hundreds of hours to make that bucket of puke. Poor bastard. Did no one tell him it was a crap idea?:D

Id suggest that the body was in poor shape and the only available way to keep using it was to make their own body.May be a hotel car or similar...

It appears to be on the continent, and although we dont like it, you need to appreciate the long hours that have gone into this thing (are they wood bearing caps on the wheels? )

[JDNSW]

Obviously a better cabinetmaker than panelbeater!

John

[goingbush]

Well at least the car-penter is bound to be flush with carbon credits
Since you guys are obviously enjoying the joinery, here are some more.
the termites will appreciate his work one day.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/08/134.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/08/135.jpg
oh .. I so need a set of those light binnacles.

I'd love to see his work on a Defender.

[digger]

on the tailgate
"made in kanya by kenyans" :D


love it


so is it THE BEST 4X4 by 4X2 ?

[p38arover]

Saw this in Cologne, Germany. Yes, I did ask after seeing the wheels.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/09/1062.jpg

[goingbush]

and it pulls like a train :wasntme:

[rangietragic]

https://scontent-b-vie.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/1554582_10154506774205484_6315693636199816197_n.jp g?oh=83099a32fc93f5a478ed7db640bbce28&oe=546FA75C
Know the feeling after a p38 and an L322,bloody air suspension:mad:

[p38arover]

I saw this in Amsterdam. Is the high roof standard on a commercial Disco?

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Mick_Marsh]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/
Hate to say it, but hats actually photoshopped.. Sorry!
This one is but, did you know, some 100" Landrovers were made as a production run.

[digger]

https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t1.0-9/10425180_667004213369324_618939181095343746_n.jpg

You can tell its photoshopped, look at the panel gap around the back door, straight as a die, yep thats a photoshop!

[DasLandRoverMan]

I saw this in Amsterdam. Is the high roof standard on a commercial Disco?

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=84486&stc=1&d=1411567612

It's a Dutch thing, specifically a tax dodge...
not sure if it's done on overall vehicle height, or internal volume, but it came about so as the base vehicle ended up.in a cheaper taxation class.
I've seen em on Discos, Prados (can't think of the UK name but that's what they are out there) and even VW Sharans to name a few.

[p38arover]

I've seen em on Discos, Prados (can't think of the UK name but that's what they are out there) and even VW Sharans to name a few.

I saw one on a Jap 4WD somewhere else in Europe, too. At first, from a distance, I thought it was a Disco.

[isuzutoo-eh]

Then there were the high roof patrols for the middle east, so a bloke wearing a turban would fit.

[TonyC]

Then there were the high roof patrols for the middle east, so a bloke wearing a turban would fit.

There were high roof Patrols here as well, so a bloke in a Les Hiddins hat would fit:p

Tony

[p38arover]

Then there were the high roof patrols for the middle east, so a bloke wearing a turban would fit.

I didn't see many turbans in the Middle East. :p

Most wore head gear like I am here:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[olbod]

I didn't see many turbans in the Middle East. :p

Most wore head gear like I am here:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=84490&stc=1&d=1411598815


At least you wouldn't have to worry about the wind getting up under your kilt, eh.

[clubagreenie]

The solid side windows were available in 2dr RRC's and D1's as a Panel Van and avoids certain MOT taxes in the UK and probably EU as well.

[Sitec]

This one is but, did you know, some 100" Landrovers were made as a production run.

Yup, here's one of the original prototypes... Not sure any 100" 'Land Rover' styled vehicles rolled off the production line tho.. Some were built as a test bed/disguise for Disco and Rangie trials...

[DasLandRoverMan]

6 figure numbers of 100" Land Rovers been built. They tend to have Discovery or Freelander badges though...

[lebanon]

Found this on the web.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/09/25.jpg

[Redback]

Found this on Pirate4x4
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1551.jpg

[Hay Ewe]

Found this on Pirate4x4
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1551.jpg

ARGH!
please stop showing pictures of 6x6 defenders..... ;)
(joke)

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1412.jpg

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1456.jpg

[lebanon]

http://www.carsfotodb.com/uploads/otokar/otokar-akrep/otokar-akrep-04.jpg

http://www.army-technology.com/contractor_images/otokar/2-apv.jpg

[DasLandRoverMan]

Ooooh, Otokar 110's.

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Slunnie]

https://scontent-b-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/10320422_411320915674498_8200404465603115509_n.jpg
How is that one built? VW? Exhaust pipes over the rear axles?

[Chivalry]

Nope, it's got a 3.9 in it. Here's some more info:

'THAT' Land Rover: MOT'd, taxed, driven......ENJOYED!! | Retro Rides (http://retrorides.proboards.com/thread/125964)

[Slunnie]

Nope, it's got a 3.9 in it. Here's some more info:

'THAT' Land Rover: MOT'd, taxed, driven......ENJOYED!! | Retro Rides (http://retrorides.proboards.com/thread/125964)
Thanks! Just fllicking through that link now, what an interesting build!

[Mick_Marsh]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1412.jpg
I reckon that's Bills. Wagoo on the forum.
There is video on the net somewhere showing it drive over a log.

[Mick_Marsh]

Yup, here's one of the original prototypes... Not sure any 100" 'Land Rover' styled vehicles rolled off the production line tho.. Some were built as a test bed/disguise for Disco and Rangie trials...
They produced some military ones for one of the European armies.
I don't know how many they made.
The photo you posted
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

Is a Stage 1. Looks like a homebuild. Very similar to mine:
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Don 130]

I reckon that's Bills. Wagoo on the forum.
There is video on the net somewhere showing it drive over a log.

This one?
Bill Van Snorkle's 6x6 Land Rover Series - YouTube
Don.

[123rover50]

WOW.
That articulation leaves our Perentie 6x6,s for dead.
Wonder what happened to it?
Wagoo has not been on here for ages.

[manic]

Latest lr mag has this one. Canvas back with extendable sides for sleeping across the rear tub. On portals too. I like :)

[rick130]

The photo you posted
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/general-chat/84755d1411985811-what-unusual-land-rover-body-changes-youve-seen-image.jpg

Is a Stage 1. Looks like a homebuild. Very similar to mine:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=24551&d=1271330056

It's actually one of the the coil sprung prototypes.

[rick130]

WOW.
That articulation leaves our Perentie 6x6,s for dead.
Wonder what happened to it?
Wagoo has not been on here for ages.
Bill won't post on here anymore.

[Chops]

This one?
Bill Van Snorkle's 6x6 Land Rover Series - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZuJHchxpvQ)
Don.

Why does it lay over that way?

[Toxic_Avenger]

A bit off-topic, but regarding body modifications nonetheless:
Is there a feasible option of legally turning a defender 90 into a truck cab?
If for some reason my puma 90 needs an 'extreme' face lift in the distant future, an exo cage and a truck cab would be the stuff of dreams.

[Steve223]

85035

Saw this in Germany Defender based

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1261.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1262.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1263.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1264.jpg

[digger]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1261.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1262.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1263.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/1264.jpg

I love the parking aids :)

[lebanon]

Fastest ever Land Rover!!!! - YouTube

[lebanon]

CHAD'S PLUMBING LAND ROVER V8 DRAG CAR RUNS 7.87 @ 172 MPH SYDNEY DRAGWAY 3.3.2013 - YouTube

[Disco Muppet]

Looks like a Defender and a golf cart had a fling one night and 9 months later the Defender got a very confusing phone call...

[Barefoot Dave]

Interesting to see that OH@S/ WH@S has reached 'deepest Africa' (TIC).
The hand rail for the guide to ride on the front of a moving vehicle looking for big game is painted orange for safety. :cool:

[lebanon]

Bell Aurens Longnose. Was designed to take a 1500hp 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin V12. UKs RTA compromised with a 235hp Rover v8.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/550.jpg

check the link, mind you need to translate it from German!

The available pictures are very nice.

Echte Rarirt: Wir haben den Bell Aurens Aqaba aufgesprt - autobild.de (http://www.autobild.de/artikel/bell-aurens-aqaba-v8-faszination-5270776.html)

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[lebanon]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[lebanon]

https://scontent-b-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/1912337_497713903673915_4118100569566405672_n.jpg? oh=f36176e7703011c05f59544fc8ff5f89&oe=54AA1E39

[DasLandRoverMan]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/p417x417/1146689_485630051548967_1247823431_n.jpg?oh=1ccdcc 938763c559b47bf9ed0dfeed17&oe=54AD79F9&__gda__=1425284528_11bdab24aaf71801cf547e7882fb887 8

https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/p417x417/10491126_528568653921773_2370292768097119377_n.jpg ?oh=c61ca148448ee14869194c1f865dad52&oe=54F0A189

Hideous example of poor engineering and throwing money at something to try and make it right.
It can't turn corners in a low traction environment, and whilst it is actually 8x8 the rear axles are all daisy chained together.

It's currently being rebuilt with a 24 valve 6 cylinder cummins engine and the wheelbase between the front and rear axles being extended to 127".
Proof that money doesn't buy sense, whilst the owner gets very aggressive when you make comment about it being a stupid idea.
He has twice invited me to Land Rover shows so he can kick the **** out of me.

Maybe I'll go to one next year and say hello just to see his reaction?

[Hall]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/78.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/strawbqwerty/media/Capture.png.html)
Cheers hall

[digger]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/109.jpg

Given the reputation for water ingress, is a landy a good idea for a barge?? :)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/110.jpg

[Homestar]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/78.jpg (http://s14.photobucket.com/user/strawbqwerty/media/Capture.png.html)
Cheers hall

I know that Land rover, that Building and where that pic was taken. :). I stayed in that building many nights - when it used to live on the ground...

[bob10]

I know that Land rover, that Building and where that pic was taken. :). I stayed in that building many nights - when it used to live on the ground...


There's a D2 TD5 behind it pushing, no doubt, Bob

[clubagreenie]

So it's not a camper conversion?

[rangietragic]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/6989_490147794430526_1263732456_n.jpg?oh=746ac2db5 aa8f5533e47b299acfefa75&oe=54E8CEF9&__gda__=1424246027_7f5f5dcf7074255e36f9d44a04a61ba 8
i thought my 130 had a horrible turning circle

[Homestar]

So it's not a camper conversion?

No, it's how the new owner of the hut moved it to his property up the road. The hut is the old Teachers Hut from Licola. It was knocked off its foundations during the mud slide that hit the town a few years back. It was considered uneconomical to repair, so a local (who has a lot of Landies) asked if he could remove it to put on his property, which he did.

[V8Ian]

Gav, I heard that the local council refused permission for the building to be placed on the property as a permanent fixture. Mounting it on the FC circumvented that as it was not classed as a permanent structure. Any truth?

[Homestar]

Very probably. I haven't been down to his property since it was moved years ago. I saw it disappear down the track he lives on. Nothing would surprise me where this gentleman is concerned.

[FeatherWeightDriver]

Video of an interesting Police Defender (I think pics have been posted on this site somewhere before)

West Mercia Police | Armoured Vehicle | Landrover Defender | On display & leaving - YouTube

I wonder if I could use the same setup as a roof rack... :twisted::eek:

[FeatherWeightDriver]

A few more pics of the Red Bull Defenders at Eastern Creek a few weeks ago.

The old rego sticker even says Defender on it (sorry didn't get a pic of that :mad: )

[lebanon]

It is for sale on the bay

landjag 6.2v8 chevydiesel auto monstertruck | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271671612764?clk_rvr_id=732335059114)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/400.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/401.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/402.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/403.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/404.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/405.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/406.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/407.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/408.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/11/409.jpg


this is beasty my land rover/jaguar pickup monstertruck, started life in 1972 as a series 3 utility but has undergone many upgrades and alterations over the years to end up where it is today. coil sprung chassis with 2"lift kit fitted, 24 spline axles Ashcroft lsd in rear procomp shocks,bearmack springs, tubular front turrets with double shock mounts fitted, swivel rear shock top mounts,6 degree front arms, rose jointed rear trailing arms, polly bushed right through, fully rebuilt axles using all new cvs bearings etc less than 1000 miles ago, recon callipers all round, new copper brake pipes, extended braided flexy pipes, tyres are yocohama 36 inch 30mm wheel spacers fitted. engine is a 6.2 v8 gmc diesel which runs beautifully and masses of power coupled to a recon autobox from a v8 disco 1. body is the original series 3 rear tub with front from a 1986 jaguar xj6 series 3, body is professionally fitted new outriggers made and fitted and body solidly bolted on, the front wings are fully welded to the bonnet then hinged at the front which is easy to open and gives good access to the engine and locks down on the jag bonnet catches. the interior is mostly jag except the seats which were in poor condition I replaced with Suzuki swft ones, roof linning has started to sag but can easily be stuck back the rest is in pretty good condition.drives very well suspension is a little stiff but not terrible breaks steering etc is all spot on paintwork is very good only a couple of inperfections there is no rust anywhere on this 100% solid. mot is till January and will sail next mot apart from the windscreen which is cracked on the passenger side fron the corner to 2/3 up the screen you cant see it from drivers seat but will need for mot, tax which is free as its taxed as historic vehicle is also till January. to sum up a very useable vehicle which is cheap to insure tax is free and can be used to carry quite large amounts and weight {i've had several jag engines in the back},also has a towbar fitted it towes extremely well, if you don't like people looking at you or taking photos don't buy this ive had people knocking my door to take pictures since I put the body on a couple of years ago.

[Chops]

Now that's cool :cool:

[lebanon]

https://scontent-b-vie.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/1908491_749716748431403_1735277265054724412_n.jpg? oh=cd98b373c4e38f3c8c951ba0305def07&oe=5534D093

[lebanon]

Found it on the web, still in the same spirit of wood work on a Land Rover.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/13989_10153553538247586_3388267576652723951_n.jpg? oh=c2f4f61ca46e72e753ef33e45ef82674&oe=5569BD6F&__gda__=1432550182_e6afae85ad4d89f25058844747af5eb 4

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/485592_10153553538322586_1576631916849803748_n.jpg ?oh=612484924b92f967f8170591219df729&oe=55678458&__gda__=1432846386_af75a97618450905935db5f5ca6b09a 6

https://scontent-b-mxp.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10487209_10153553538307586_7292244347498200687_n.j pg?oh=ae9b9b2211ae76ebaa7525fdc10cb3ff&oe=555F467B

[clubagreenie]

Body flex would be the same, still let in water, doesn't rust...

and enviro friendly

[trog]

Some pay big bucks for the wood grain interior. :D

[Ancient Mariner]

From early seventies As well as smashing the screen converted it to LHD:D

[BMKal]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2015/02/664.jpg

[Mick_Marsh]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2015/02/664.jpg
Ah! The Centaur.
I have wanted one for years.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfW4l3SxCg0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXQkOhOyKHQ

[digger]

1970 LAND ROVER CREW CAB PICK UP BEASTY : MOT UNTIL DECEMBER : TAX FREE | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1970-LAND-ROVER-CREW-CAB-PICK-UP-BEASTY-MOT-UNTIL-DECEMBER-TAX-FREE/351747834133?_trksid=p2047675.c100012.m1985&_trkparms=aid%3D555012%26algo%3DPW.MBE%26ao%3D1%26 asc%3D36900%26meid%3Db7a5dc5643ec459fbc06b3c019103 7b6%26pid%3D100012%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D19%26mehot%3Dp p%26sd%3D141785388965)

Can't put photos etc on here from my iPad but this is "different"

[V8Ian]

Damn, may not post to Australia. :D

[Sitec]

Man that thing is fugly!! Here's a pic of a Land Rover 110... that at first sight looks normal.. Its still sat in its original chassis and axles, but has been widened by 6" in the body, and the cab/bulkhead and inner wings are all one piece and tip up to access the 6 cyl Perkins diesel....

[cuppabillytea]

Have a Captain Cook at that. :o

[digger]

Man that thing is fugly!! Here's a pic of a Land Rover 110... that at first sight looks normal.. Its still sat in its original chassis and axles, but has been widened by 6" in the body, and the cab/bulkhead and inner wings are all one piece and tip up to access the 6 cyl Perkins diesel....

Who would widen a car then change the motor for a truck company one? Huh ! Crazy!

Next they'll sell it to an army somewhere name it after a lizard and make it one of the most versatile vehicles about... What?

Parent? Oh perentie you say,, Aus military, Isuzu motor....
Wider body... Mm mm.

[digger]

The ad wording

1970 LAND ROVER
IT'S A BEAST : IT'S IMPOSING : IT'S HUGE : IT'S UGLY :
WHAT THE HELL IS IT ??
These are a few of the more printable questions i've had regarding the old beasty since i bought her !
I know one thing is there's not another like her, someone has spent hour upon hour to create this individual Land Rover which wont suit everybody, (possibly nobody) but please make sure you have permission from your better half to park this on your driveway and scare the neighbours before bidding.
Ok, where do i start ?
It has an MOT until 3rd December 2016.
It is registered as a historic vehicle so no road tax to pay.
It is solid, no structural rust underneath, the chassis extension has been properly done some years ago to give it a 135" wheelbase.
It has been fitted with a 6 cylinder Rover engine, has free wheeling hubs and overdrive. I have not been brave enough to venture out onto the open road but the driveway at the farm and the field was enough to know its not for me due to the 'popeye' arms required to turn the wheel when wanting to park.
I believe the internal rear pick up bed used to tilt but not sure if it still can, the whole roof has also been built so it would slide back giving open top motoring for the whole family but again it would need looking at again before opening ! Hand painted at some point in battleship grey but chipped paint shows green below. Both front wings are damaged and need replacing/repairing see pictures.
The interior is a work of art but depends if you prefer Picasso or Hirst ?
Fully trimmed luxurious seats in the rear with central armrest and the matching front seats with tilting mechanism so as to access the rear seating but be aware that you need to be narrow in the hips to climb through. The whole dashboard and rollcage frame is also covered in the same material. Loads of thoughtful touches inside so please check out the pictures in detail.
It runs and drives and you will need a large turning area to fully appreciate the meaning of the words 'three point turn'. I've seen oil tankers turn quicker.
A couple of the tyres need replacing due to age/perishing so although it has an MOT until December these really need changing before a journey.
She measures just over 18'0" long from bumper to bumper and i dont like to think about her weight so make sure your recovery man knows what he is getting into regarding collection.
Any questions please ask away, cash on collection within 7 days please.

109862

[Sitec]

Who would widen a car then change the motor for a truck company one? Huh ! Crazy!

Next they'll sell it to an army somewhere name it after a lizard and make it one of the most versatile vehicles about... What?

Parent? Oh perentie you say,, Aus military, Isuzu motor....
Wider body... Mm mm.

A farmer in Somerset would... As back in the 90's Perenties were made of unobtainum and certainly not available in the UK. This was actually a really usable nice truck to drive. It now resides in The Falklands. :)