Grover's bits pics...

[Scallops]

I ordered Grover with a few bits and pieces - and am getting him ready for the big lap next May - so here are some PICS...

Opposite Lock helped me out - especially at making my wallet lighter...

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Just in case the touring wagon goes troppo....

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So the Snorkel - yep - I'm a nutter - Genuine LR thanks....

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OK - well the spare wheel carrier - has gotta be a good idea - yep - I could have hand crafted it from pig iron in my clay furnace under the house, but nope - got this one instead...

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Moving right along - who doesn't want 240 Volts....

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RightRow - didn't Hiline want some pics of the back seats? I hope so - here they are...

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OK - almost finished - roller draws - another good idea...

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Water storage...

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And finally - my Air Compressor - OL Blue Tongue IV...

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Our new Defender has opened up a new world for us - we're loving it.:)

[Outlaw]

Well congratulations on ALL the accessories.... you have done well and it's obvious the fender bug has bitten well :D

Now just need to give her a couple battle scars :p

[Jeff]

What brand drawers are they?

A Defender with out a towbar, you don't see many of them.

Jeff

:rocket:

[Scallops]

Here are a few more details - Drawers are from Outback and I also have a 100Amp hour Commander Deep Cycle Gel battery, controlled by Drivesafe's SC-40 - this is powering my compressor, Fridge and inverter.

Forgot the checker plate pic - black wingtops coming soon too (Austral still waiting for their arrival)...

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Oh yeah - and here's the work light....

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its definitely true love!:D

[Defender=1st]

Looks Bloody Brilliant

[sclarke]

Damn that is nice.......

makes any other Fender look Crap

Well mine anyhow..

[Scallops]

Thanks guys - I had plenty of time to think about what I was going to do once the vehicle arrived - and I'm pretty happy with the reults so far.:)

[spudboy]

You don't hold back do you!

Fantastic to get all this done in a few weeks.

You are very lucky :D

[EchiDna]

all looks great... is the bash plate an original accessory? or OL?



secondarily, how about a cargo barrier to keep all that loose stuff in the back where it belongs?

and fridge access? looks like might be a bit tight to get to easily?

[ciapek]

WOW, I'm well and truley Jelaous.....well done mate, the truck looks fantastic........:o

[Scallops]

all looks great... is the bash plate an original accessory? or OL?



secondarily, how about a cargo barrier to keep all that loose stuff in the back where it belongs?

and fridge access? looks like might be a bit tight to get to easily?


Good questions - the bash plate is OL - I'm after a cargo barrier, new rear seats proclude the current Milford.

Fridge access is actually pretty good - strategic balancing act on rear step and right base of drawers and bingo - up and into it. I experimented at length with various fridge/water storage positions, I must say - I think this is the optimal use of space.

[LandyAndy]

Nice one Scallops!!!!
Looking real good!!!
Andrew

[Phoenix]

Damn that's looking good!!!!

Is that the same as the previous factory fender Snorkel?? I like the look of that one better.

[Searover]

Looking good Scallops.

Givin me a few good ideas for mine when she arrives in 4 weeks.

No ROO'S in QLD? or are you waiting for the 07 ARB Defender bar to arrive mid December

[Scallops]

Looking good Scallops.

Givin me a few good ideas for mine when she arrives in 4 weeks.

No ROO'S in QLD? or are you waiting for the 07 ARB Defender bar to arrive mid December

Yep - Got it in one.

Phoenix - I think the snorkel is identical to the TD5 (at least externally) but not 100% sure.

[EchiDna]

Good questions - the bash plate is OL - I'm after a cargo barrier, new rear seats proclude the current Milford.

Fridge access is actually pretty good - strategic balancing act on rear step and right base of drawers and bingo - up and into it. I experimented at length with various fridge/water storage positions, I must say - I think this is the optimal use of space.

good answers :D

any reason why you didn't buy the underfloor/fender water tank OL sell? doesn't it fit the '07 defender? or was it too small for your purposes? (40 odd litres from memory). just asking as you obviously have done the research!

[Scallops]

good answers :D

any reason why you didn't buy the underfloor/fender water tank OL sell? doesn't it fit the '07 defender? or was it too small for your purposes? (40 odd litres from memory). just asking as you obviously have done the research!

Indeed - I researched water tanks at length, I like the OL water tank and I understand the current one does fit - but as you alluded to - 40 litres just isn't enough - I like the manual nature of the Graeme Cooper tank I'm using and it holds 70 litres.

I may get the OL tank as a backup though - I am getting the aux fuel tank that fits in the other side and gravity feeds the main tank.

[carjunkieanon]

Speaking of bash plates, have you had any thoughts on protecting the handbrake drum?

It hangs down below the chassis. Do u reckon it's worth covering?

[shorty943]

Hmm, nice one. Neat and tidy installation, with all the creature comforts.

Gives me an idea or two. I'm off to the hardware store for some more angle grinder disks, and maybe a few welding rods and some mig wire and some,, see ya.:p

[solmanic]

Speaking of bash plates, have you had any thoughts on protecting the handbrake drum?

It hangs down below the chassis. Do u reckon it's worth covering?

I'm thinking that it might be worth considering a hand-disc-brake conversion. The disc brakes I have seen are much smaller, and hold heaps better too.

[isuzurover]

Looks good - are those rear seats factory???

There will be a good 2nd hand market for them in a few years...

[shorty943]

I'm thinking that it might be worth considering a hand-disc-brake conversion. The disc brakes I have seen are much smaller, and hold heaps better too.

They are a very good idea.
I've got a double acting cable operated job sitting on the bench for my Series 3 right now.

I was toying with building an hydraulic version, using big bike units, then I found the cable job. Good enough for the S3.

[numpty]

Nice job Scallops. I have just about finished the mods to Gandalfs storage......when I return from the Rock I will have to take some pics to show what can be done with timber construction.;)

[Ken]

Very nice

Id be as pleased as punch if it where mine congratulations :)

[Searover]

What did they slug you for the snorkel,WA country dealer wants $1326.00 fitted, $966.00 supplied loose.

[spudboy]

That sounds well expensive!

You can get new TD5 genuine AirFlow snorkels (made in Aust) from ebay for $325+ $10 postage:

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Snorkel-Kit-for-Land-Rover-Defender-300-Tdi-TD5-S36_W0QQitemZ190172729340QQihZ009QQcategoryZ102341 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[DEFENDERZOOK]

Indeed - I researched water tanks at length, I like the OL water tank and I understand the current one does fit - but as you alluded to - 40 litres just isn't enough - I like the manual nature of the Graeme Cooper tank I'm using and it holds 70 litres.

I may get the OL tank as a backup though - I am getting the aux fuel tank that fits in the other side and gravity feeds the main tank.




if you guys are after a cheap 12v pump.......those shower kits you can get at places like k-mart and such
for around the $20 mark should do the trick.....

they have a submersible pump and a hose with a handheld showerhead.....
you just use the bits you need.....and discard the bits you dont.....
the price is right.....

if you only need small amounts of water.....you can simply use one of the little motors from a windscreen washer......
and hook that up to a simple push switch.......
(for those that have kids who forget to turn things off....)

just so you dont need to rely on gravity.......

just an idea.....