Show us your Deefers !

[Toxic_Avenger]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/188.jpg (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/90-110-130-defender-county/197704-meet-my-90-share-adventure-10.html#post2579413)

[MrLandy]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/188.jpg (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/90-110-130-defender-county/197704-meet-my-90-share-adventure-10.html#post2579413)

The cows think you're crazy! 😜

[MrLandy]

Managed to get the whole family together....

Beautiful family Spudfan! 👍

[jon3950]

Top of the world, Skytrek.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/210.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[TheGrumpy]

Another beach run, need to sort out the rust proofing!

[Baytown]

Oh well, my bonnet at least! On a day trip today with the Cairns Land Rover club. Very steep rocky power line track from Atherton to Herberton.
A great day out, good people and the Defender just ate it up.
Best wishes all.
Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/image_72.jpeg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/image_72.jpeg.html)

[cuppabillytea]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/188.jpg (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/90-110-130-defender-county/197704-meet-my-90-share-adventure-10.html#post2579413)

Great car. Lousy parking.

[Toxic_Avenger]

The cows think you're crazy! ��

Funny you mention that...

Shortly after taking that pic, I was listening to 'welcome home (sanitarium)' by Metallica (Great song, 10/10 guaranteed to get you headbangin' with the best of them).
Made me consider what is 'sanity' when it comes to this vehicle. Some people just drive a car. Others have something deeper. Some are beyond saving.

Lyrics below:

Welcome to where time stands still
No one leaves and no one will
Moon is full, never seems to change
Just labeled mentally deranged
Dream the same thing every night
I see our freedom in my sight
No locked doors, No windows barred
No things to make my brain seem scarred

Sleep my friend and you will see
That dream is my reality
They keep me locked up in this cage
Can't they see it's why my brain says Rage

Sanitarium, leave me be
Sanitarium, just leave me alone




Yeah... this car is a disease.
But at least it's a good one.
:)

[Jesters Td5]

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Met Trixie and Buck (owner) visiting from NSW up at a rest stop between Halls Creek and Fitzroy Crossing

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[jon3950]

Yeah... this car is a disease.
But at least it's a good one.
:)

Yeah it is, but of all the diseases I've had it's the best.

Mines parked between two Toyotas tonight at the Prairie Hotel and it just looks like its part of the landscape. The Toyota drivers would laugh at the dust inside it, but I love it. I feel like I'm driving through the environment instead of just looking at it out of a window.

May as well just watch it on television.

Cheers,
Jon

[spudfan]

Really great photos. The most exciting thing I did the last few days is bring home turf (peat) from the bog with the LR88 and a trailer. No photo's I'm afraid as the wife doesn't trust me with the camera..... after my last mishap with it. Can't say I blame her! There's photos somewhere on the site of the same operation from some years ago. Only thing different about this years operation is that the LR 88 has been rebuilt and the sun shone during the whole operation. Hard to believe I know, but that is what I wanted the camera for-to prove that the sun was shining.:D

[Baytown]

Ireland! Wow. Some beautiful scenery up your way!
Good on you.

Ken

[wagon boy]

Yeah it is, but of all the diseases I've had it's the best.

Mines parked between two Toyotas tonight at the Prairie Hotel and it just looks like its part of the landscape. The Toyota drivers would laugh at the dust inside it, but I love it. I feel like I'm driving through the environment instead of just looking at it out of a window.

May as well just watch it on television.

Cheers,
Jon

I feel the same way about mine! I find it hard to describe to friends but it's more of an experience than just a vehicle; I feel like wherever I'm going, we have a sense of purpose.

[Defendozer]

Well this is now no longer a sight I get to see... Trusty Tdi got moved on to a new home today!

An emotional evening of reminiscing over a few whiskeys coming up tonight;)

[spudfan]

Ireland! Wow. Some beautiful scenery up your way!
Good on you.

Ken
:BigThumb:
Having seen some of the photos from Australia on the site, it seems like a wonderful country to travel around. I don't know why Australians leave home for holidays. The land is so vast and varied it seems the ideal place to go "Defendering" in. Would like to take a year or two and just drive it ...in a Land Rover of course. Enjoy, post photos and I'll continue drooling:D

[Baytown]

Out with the club.
That's my truck in the mirror of a members very capable Range Rover!
Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/image_74.jpeg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/image_74.jpeg.html)

[Jesters Td5]

Lara's new colour scheme.

Forrest Black with a little Pindan Red

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[Babs]

Lara's new colour scheme. Forrest Black with a little Pindan Red Sent from my A51f using AULRO mobile app

Love it :D Looks Awesome

Cheers, Babs :D Sent from my iPhone using Forum Runner

[SeanMurr123]

Got a bunch to share but here's start
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[MogoDef]

A couple from the weekend...

[steane]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/1166.jpg

In the hills up around Corryong.

[Chops]

It's quite beautiful up that way Steane, did you go out Nariel way, some great tracks out around there. The Thowgla Valley is absolutely stunning in spring too, and of course no trip up that way would be complete without travelling along the river back home to Albury.
Not being able to get up there for drives is one of the things I miss the most about not living in Albury anymore.

[steane]

It's quite beautiful up that way Steane, did you go out Nariel way, some great tracks out around there. The Thowgla Valley is absolutely stunning in spring too, and of course no trip up that way would be complete without travelling along the river back home to Albury.
Not being able to get up there for drives is one of the things I miss the most about not living in Albury anymore.

It is a magic part of the world. It's a boy's long weekend away (happens each year) and we stay at a place that overlooks the Murray flood plain. It's about a 5 minute drive out of Corryong due east(ish).

We generally head up around the Mt Pinnibar area and most years visit Lind Lodge and a couple of other favourite spots.

6 Mile Ridge Tk (I have another name for it...) is where I almost rolled Rolf on his first outing 5 years ago. He was a steaming pile of poop at the time and thanks to leaking injector seals didn't hold well in low range on steep descents. I found that out the hard way:(

[Chops]

Sounds like your staying at Colac Colac ('s) pronounced "Clack Clack" park, there's a road (Benambra) that almost t-bones it which follows the Nariel Creek.
There's some pretty steep terrain up there, awesome driving though,, making me highly jealous. ;)

[Bummerfiend]

Seeing as i have been a member for 2 years and have gotten so much useful info from this site, i figured i better join in!

2012 Orkney Grey 90.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/1156.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/1156.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/1156.jpg

Have done a fair few things to it since i bought it, the main things being the wheels and tyres, intercooler and BAS remap, Drifta drawers, dual battery, exbox, winch, led headlights, indicators, brake lights etc, light bars, work light and stainless water tank under passenger side from Daniel at Mulgo.

[steane]

Sounds like your staying at Colac Colac ('s) pronounced "Clack Clack" park, there's a road (Benambra) that almost t-bones it which follows the Nariel Creek.
There's some pretty steep terrain up there, awesome driving though,, making me highly jealous. ;)

Other end of town, just past Towong, right on the Murray/Border at a place on Sullivan St which rises up over the flood plain. View is amazing and has Kosciuszko in the background.:cool:

[cuppabillytea]

Seeing as i have been a member for 2 years and have gotten so much useful info from this site, i figured i better join in!


At last some one who's slower off the mark than me. :p:wasntme:
Thanks for piping up Bummerfied.

[debruiser]

At last some one who's slower off the mark than me. :p:wasntme:
Thanks for piping up Bummerfied.

ahhh yes but look at the beast he dropped; it's fully sick, with great treads! I want to ask him questions but I know I'll get shot down by others for asking them so I will bite my tongue for now.

[D90 orkney]

Seeing as i have been a member for 2 years and have gotten so much useful info from this site, i figured i better join in!

2012 Orkney Grey 90.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members/bummerfiend-albums-bmrfnd%27s+defender-picture5894-loganbrae-front.jpg

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members/bummerfiend-albums-bmrfnd%27s+defender-picture5895-loganbrae-rear.jpg

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members/bummerfiend-albums-bmrfnd%27s+defender-picture5896-drifta-rear.jpg

Have done a fair few things to it since i bought it, the main things being the wheels and tyres, intercooler and BAS remap, Drifta drawers, dual battery, exbox, winch, led headlights, indicators, brake lights etc, light bars, work light and stainless water tank under passenger side from Daniel at Mulgo.

Couple questions as 35s are starting to become something I want.

What have you done to make 35s work?

Any drivetrain stuff? Rear trailing arms? Is it a daily driver?

Nice rig my Orkney brother ��

[debruiser]

Couple questions as 35s are starting to become something I want.

What have you done to make 35s work?

Any drivetrain stuff? Rear trailing arms? Is it a daily driver?

Nice rig my Orkney brother ��

Ur a brave man. That was my list of qs but thought better of asking them

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[D90 orkney]

Ur a brave man. That was my list of qs but thought better of asking them

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People that think big tyres are stupid are well entitled to there opinion. Why they voice it to those that want them in a derogatory fashion I will never quite grasp that.

On another note now that I have seen you can get some nice flared guards (the spectre ones) I'm eventually probably (very likely) going to get it done in the future

[cuppabillytea]

Ur a brave man. That was my list of qs but thought better of asking them

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You'll get no grief from me. To each his own,I say. Having a 110 makes my story different also. Mine is a daily driver, has to have seven seats and be able to carry a variety of loads. This means a lot of the mods I see people do on here have to be off my list, but I still like to look at and appreciate the results of other people's concoctions.

[Tombie]

I like the modified vehicles - as long as there's been no compromises...
If it's done right, and done safely I'm a fan...

[Bummerfiend]

ahhh yes but look at the beast he dropped; it's fully sick, with great treads! I want to ask him questions but I know I'll get shot down by others for asking them so I will bite my tongue for now.

Thanks man, the treads work really well on these inner west pot holes and median strips. You should have seen some of the puddles i forded on the way to work today.


Couple questions as 35s are starting to become something I want.

What have you done to make 35s work?

Any drivetrain stuff? Rear trailing arms? Is it a daily driver?

Nice rig my Orkney brother ��

Thanks! They are the exact same tyres as yours though, 33s.

[Tombie]

Apparently i need approval for my posts now, even though i was able to post without approval yesterday?



Using Tapatalk? It occasionally glitches. Log out and back in..

[Bummerfiend]

Using Tapatalk? It occasionally glitches. Log out and back in..

Nah, just using a browser. Seems to work now, cheers.

[isuzutoo-eh]

Neighbours haven't complained...yet!

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/968.jpg

Not a single Defender amongst them, only better :twisted:

[D90 orkney]

Thanks! They are the exact same tyres as yours though, 33s.



Damnit! Upon a second look they do look like 33s. I need some info on anyone with a puma 90 who has put 35s and what needs to be done. I was hoping you were my fountain of knowledge

[Bummerfiend]

Damnit! Upon a second look they do look like 33s. I need some info on anyone with a puma 90 who has put 35s and what needs to be done. I was hoping you were my fountain of knowledge

Unfortunately not, although with that other guys response, i'm kind of glad that i'm not.

[Tombie]

Damnit! Upon a second look they do look like 33s. I need some info on anyone with a puma 90 who has put 35s and what needs to be done. I was hoping you were my fountain of knowledge



Almost identical to doing it on any Defender..

Offset rims
Gearing really does need changing - especially if you plan to tow
Shafts should be upgraded
May require flares depending what tyre you choose.

[Cammo]

I run 315/75R16s on -25 rims on my 2.4 puma 130.. i have 4.11 ratios, a sals rear end, upgraded cvs, axles and drive flanges. I also have upgraded tie rod and drag link. I have extended flares and had to lift the whole show 2 inches.

[Tombie]

I run 315/75R16s on -25 rims on my 2.4 puma 130.. i have 4.11 ratios, a sals rear end, upgraded cvs, axles and drive flanges. I also have upgraded tie rod and drag link. I have extended flares and had to lift the whole show 2 inches.



I'm guessing you've extended the bump stops...

[Cammo]

Tombie - not yet. The suspension set up is still very much a work in progress and still in its infancy. I am acutely aware that it requires extended bump stops with the 35s. Its not likely to see any action beyond the daily commute (which isn't far - 2011 model and not yet 60 000 kms) until next year. By then I hope to have it set yp properly - or at the very least, extended bump stops

[cal415]

Why would he need to extend bump stops for 35's?

[Plutei]

Neighbours haven't complained...yet!

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/968.jpg

Not a single Defender amongst them, only better :twisted:

Is it just me, or the photo, or is the county bonnet/engine bay longer than a defender's front end?

[Tombie]

Why would he need to extend bump stops for 35's?



Exactly [emoji6] It was a bit of a loaded question....

People keep saying "I fitted a lift to fit larger tyres" - it's wrong.. a lift changes static height and NOTHING else...

If the springs are that high in rate it can't flex up, or the wire diameter or number of coils is large enough that coil bind occurs before bump stops come into play then damage can occur to chassis.. if this is the case a Bump stop extension will be needed...

All else being even this makes the vehicle less capable than pre-lift.

A tyre should be able to move through its entire range without ANY contact - legal requirement as well as sensible...

If you have to lift to fit rubber you need to change a heck of a lot more than just coils!!!!!!

In the case of a Defender:
Legal offset, correct tyre size, minimal bump stop increase (at most) and steering stop adjustment should be all that's needed for 35s on a standard height defender..

This will handle better, wallow less and in most cases flex more than many..

It may even pass the engineering swerve (lane change) test!!

[Larry]

Neighbours haven't complained...yet!

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/968.jpg

Not a single Defender amongst them, only better :twisted:

Is that the new family wagon hiding up the back??;):angel:

[isuzutoo-eh]

Is it just me, or the photo, or is the county bonnet/engine bay longer than a defender's front end?
I don't believe it is any longer, but it does have an extended nose cone that only td5 and aircon Counties have afaik.

Is that the new family wagon hiding up the back??;):angel:
Sure is!

[jon3950]

Day 1 on the road, looking very clean:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/959.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[Tombie]

I don't believe it is any longer, but it does have an extended nose cone that only td5 and aircon Counties have afaik.



Sure is!



That only Countys', LATE TD5s and all TDCi versions have [emoji6]

[jon3950]

Going Home:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/934.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[jon3950]

Mungo sunset:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/833.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[jon3950]

Country lane near Deniliquin:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/794.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[carlschmid2002]

Country lane near Deniliquin:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/794.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

They really are great photos.

[jon3950]

They really are great photos.

Thank you. Here's one I prepared earlier. I posted a crappy iphone version of this a couple of weeks ago when we were on the road, but here's a decent version. A view west from top of the Horseshoe Range in the Southern Flinders:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/780.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[jon3950]

Moxon's Hut:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/668.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[YOLO110]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/667.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/mrtz4zfib/)

Went up to Coalseam Conversation Park yesterday to see the amazing array of wildflowers in bloom...

[YOLO110]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/658.jpg

[maxthomas]

My brother and I camping on the Mann River near Cangai, NSW.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/638.jpg

[MrLandy]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/658.jpg

That's you're best shot yet Yolo! Nice one

[weeds]

My brother and I camping on the Mann River near Cangai, NSW.



https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/638.jpg



Twins.....

[YOLO110]

Thanks mate!

I had no idea it would achieve a resolution that picked up stars!

Hand held at 1/3rd second, F2, 12,500 ISO

[MrLandy]

Thanks mate!

I had no idea it would achieve a resolution that picked up stars!

Hand held at 1/3rd second, F2, 12,500 ISO

Good effort! It's a digital world! Try doing that with a large format Mamiya!

[YOLO110]

Good effort! It's a digital world! Try doing that with a large format Mamiya!

I indeed 'grew up' in the B+W self processed film world! Back then, 'ASA' 800 was amazing! Then stuck with my Nikon FM2 for ages, before I sold that and bought a Mamiya 6X7!! Beautiful camera :cool:

Digital... a bit 'too easy' but great, to get shots that 30 years ago would have been Lord Snowdon winners! But I am totally amazed about how a hand held image (after a few glasses!) could yield such an amazing resolution of stars!

It has opened up a new field of opportunity! Image the same shot at say 3 sec on a tripod with ISO 1600... ;)

Funny how Defender owners have similar 'DNA'!

[cuppabillytea]

The bar has been risen in this thread. I'll be pinching the Wife's Nikon when I next go bush.

[Bytemrk]

Some of you fellas should be posting in the camera corner..... there are some great images in this thread.. :)

[YOLO110]

Agreed! Drifting now! :>)

[MrLandy]

Cheers Yolo, you've got a good eye... I'm going to have to lift my game and actually take some serious pics of my Deefer to share! ...yeah camera corner for all non-Deefer pics... But keep em coming here, it's great.

[MrLandy]

My brother and I camping on the Mann River near Cangai, NSW.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/638.jpg

Hey Max, this ones a winner too!

[jon3950]

Ancient sea bed, Willow Springs:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/617.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[jon3950]

Waiting out the front of Zanci woolshed:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/565.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[Baytown]

On the Kennedy Developmental Rd, coming home after Karumba, MT Isa and the Longreach region.
A good run, and the 110 performed flawlessly. Lots of rain so the region was very green.
Now to wash everything!
Ken
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_3548.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_3548.jpg.html)
http://i1037.photobucket.com/albums/a452/47Indian/IMG_3553.jpg (http://s1037.photobucket.com/user/47Indian/media/IMG_3553.jpg.html)

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[MrLandy]

Great to see another Indus Defender in its element 👍😎...but I reckon you need a rear spring upgrade! Or carry less vino! :wasntme:

[stewie110]

Great to see another Indus Defender in its element 👍😎...but I reckon you need a rear spring upgrade! Or carry less vino! :wasntme:
Gives new meaning to low rider [emoji12]

[Baytown]

Heavy duty Kings springs not doing their thing.
Airbags and other spring options are very high on my priority list. It's actually no where near as bad as it looks in the photo, but Fitting the Kings a few months ago was a mistake. Recommended by the shop, so I went with them.
Bugger.

[YOLO110]

How much ball weight is on the tow bar mate? :confused:

Love the 'Defender' badge on the back of the New Age! Lovely rig :cool:

[cuppabillytea]

Great to see another Indus Defender in its element 👍😎...but I reckon you need a rear spring upgrade! Or carry less vino! :wasntme:

I nearly piped up with that one on your behalf. Glad I didn't now. :p

[MrLandy]

I nearly piped up with that one on your behalf. Glad I didn't now. :p

...👍

[ozscott]

Great travelling companion. I love how you can't tell how many miles are on them by their face... Just like a Defender really... Cheers

[Baytown]

140kg at the ball. I measure it with the proper ball scales, and the van is well within its weight allowance. I don't carry much inside at all.
It's the Kings Heavy duty springs not performing, and they are only 5 months old, 15000kms traveled.
Ken

[jon3950]

Big Landy, little Landy....


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/496.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[Plutei]

Big Landy, little Landy....

That's near the Flinders Ranges right? Passed that little guy a few months ago if I'm not mistaken.

[jon3950]

That's the one, just south of Rawnsley Park.

Cheers,
Jon

[Trekker]

Vision X Vortex headlights if I'm not mistaken. How do you find them? Do you have the Hi 4 adapter?

[DiscoMick]

Big Landy, little Landy....


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/496.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

Very cool mailbox? I like it.

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[nate_110]

Scone-Nundle Road.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/487.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/nathanccarrington/media/AE71FB72-E230-443B-9094-FD98F8F047FE_zpsc9dyx0fu.jpg.html)

[Toxic_Avenger]

Was there many deep crossings Nate? There has been a bit of rain up here, and the rivers running west are high.

[nate_110]

Was there many deep crossings Nate? There has been a bit of rain up here, and the rivers running west are high.

Surprisingly not. Before we left Sheba Dams we were convinced that we would have to turn back but I think the deepest was 3/4 up my wheel, nothing too serious at all. I walked a couple that looked a bit sketchy and it was bloody cold!

[Tombie]

140kg at the ball. I measure it with the proper ball scales, and the van is well within its weight allowance. I don't carry much inside at all.

It's the Kings Heavy duty springs not performing, and they are only 5 months old, 15000kms traveled.

Ken



You've got to have been given the wrong coils.... :)

What part number coil is in the rear?

[Baytown]

No idea.
I'll get under tomorrow and look it up.
When MRA in Brisbane fitted the new suspension to my requirements (towing etc) they did put mid spec springs in the rear but they said they had to swap with HD as the rear sat low compared to the front.
I'll get my Cairns Defender specialist (also a respected member of the Land Rover club) to recommend options as well. I think air bags in the rear are going to be compulsory.
Thanks Tombie.
Ken

[Chops]

That's a great pic Nate.

[jon3950]

Moockra Tower:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/421.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[Marbsy]

Parking rules apply.... Today at Bunnings cp west subs Melb

[jon3950]

The Chace Range:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/302.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[DiscoMick]

No idea.
I'll get under tomorrow and look it up.
When MRA in Brisbane fitted the new suspension to my requirements (towing etc) they did put mid spec springs in the rear but they said they had to swap with HD as the rear sat low compared to the front.
I'll get my Cairns Defender specialist (also a respected member of the Land Rover club) to recommend options as well. I think air bags in the rear are going to be compulsory.
Thanks Tombie.
Ken

Are your springs lifted or standard height? Does it ride level without the van attached? It would be a bit odd if HD springs dropped much.

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[Trekker]

Fit out complete, for now!


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=114447&d=1474847954

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

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

[Trekker]

Heritage Edition and Adventure Edition at the Land Rover Expo, Camden


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=114450&d=1474849093

[defender_i_hardly_know_er]

Fit out complete, for now!






http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=114449&d=1474847954

What's that roof console?

[Trekker]

What's that roof console?



It's made by ACC16 in France. It was the only one I could find which is compatible with sun roof and no modification of the truck other than tapping out a thread for the bolts which secure the bar. Here's a link and PDF,


Console de toit pour Defender Acc16 (http://www.journaldu4x4.com/?Console-de-toit-pour-Defender)


http://www.acc16.com/consoledefenderm/console-de-toit-defender.pdf


Hope your French is good.

[MrLandy]

Funky ...but how do you see out the back window?


Fit out complete, for now!
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=114448&d=1474847954

[alien]

Funky ...but how do you see out the back window?

Judging by the tow hitch the centre mirror would hardly be used.
Certainly on mine the camper blocks rear vision but that's why there is side mirrors.

[Trekker]

Funky ...but how do you see out the back window?

I don't. Like just about every caravanner and truckie on the road, I use the side mirrors. The wheel carrier has high and low positions and it's in the high position to allow more room for hitching/unhitching. With the internal mirror gone there is a handy aperture for the wiring of all the electrics in the console.

[MrLandy]

You've removed your rear vision mirror?! Is that legal?

[Dervish]

You've removed your rear vision mirror?! Is that legal?

I've removed mine as well, very used to driving without one. I remember looking into it and I believe the official stance is that - as a commercial vehicle - the rear window and every window rear of the driver can be blocked out entirely; but the mirror must stay regardless. Typical loony regulation. If anyone ever questions me on it, I'll feign ignorance; but nobody has in 9 or so years.

Oh, I used to have to put the mirror back on for roadworthies when I lived in NSW.

[weeds]

You've removed your rear vision mirror?! Is that legal?



Probably is....you could argue it improves forward vision.....

[Baytown]

I've never seen a rear wheel carrier like that. Did you have it modified to raise it up or is it off the shelflike?
I hitch my van no issues with a standard swing away wheel carrier configuration, but I do use a longer tow hitch. I can see where your set up would be usefull with an elevated hitch receiver.

Ken

[Trekker]

You've removed your rear vision mirror?! Is that legal?

Don't know. I'll have to check that out. Thanks for raising that.

[Trekker]

I've never seen a rear wheel carrier like that. Did you have it modified to raise it up or is it off the shelflike?
I hitch my van no issues with a standard swing away wheel carrier configuration, but I do use a longer tow hitch. I can see where your set up would be usefull with an elevated hitch receiver.

Ken

It's off the shelf from Safari Equip. Here's the link

Defender Single Arm Multi Height Wheel Carrier - Wheelcarrier - Defender (http://www.safari-equip.co.uk/shop/index.php/defender/wheelcarrier/defender-single-arm-multi-height-wheel-carrier.html)

I haven't yet tried it on the lower setting. Probably is OK there for hitching/unhitching.

I've kept the hitch as close to the rear as possible to minimise the effect of the caravan hitch download on the payload. A longer tow hitch will increase the load on the rear suspension.

[shamirj]

6 door LR defender used to move people through the LR factory in Solihull for the factory tour. some kinda army vehicle 110 impressive, not sure where to look with so many gadgets fitted, highly modified defender 130, another modified defender from alive tuning and finally another defender with extra fitted side panels front and rear. enjoy

first shot at solihull LR factory
remainder of pics from LROI show in Peterborough UK 2016

[shamirj]

pic1 - at LR factory solihull reception waiting for a feed
pic2 - waiting for test drive in jungle track, choice of LR's
pic3 - solihull driving experience site
pic4 - entering the jungle track in D4
pic5 - defender in show room in streets of London

[shamirj]

enjoy various pics from LROI show

[shamirj]

some more pics from LROI show

[Sly]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/802.jpg

Mt Pinnabar . early this year . Just playing with photo share.

[Northy]

I've also removed my rear view mirror, as the canopy is permanently there and its a good spot of my hema

[Cobber]

I was sent a few pics from Finke (Desert Race) this year. We went all the way down to Finke as support crew for one of the riders and had a blast :BigThumb:

Creeping through the scrub looking for suitable bits of mulga to push over for firewood ...

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/713.jpg

[Cobber]

The first nights sunset. Saturday, windy as heck during the day (as it tends to be down there) but the wind died down, we got camp set up and were treated to a sensational sunset :BigThumb:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/712.jpg

Had I known the picture was being taken I might've even moved the shovel! :D

[REDTD5110]

https://scontent-sjc2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14566435_1159851057394129_1548363618912720904_o.jp g

My new-to-me defender extreme off road for the first time on the weekend

[Cobber]

My new-to-me defender extreme off road for the first time on the weekendfantastic, well done! :BigThumb:
... and I'm struggling to think of the last time I saw one in that colour too? Looks great though! :D

[REDTD5110]

It's actually almost exactly the same colour as my suzuki grand vitara that the defender is replacing. There's a 110 extreme just around the corner from me in the same colour as well, but red roof. Unfortunately i don't think that one has moved in months

[Col 110]

It's actually almost exactly the same colour as my suzuki grand vitara that the defender is replacing. There's a 110 extreme just around the corner from me in the same colour as well, but red roof. Unfortunately i don't think that one has moved in months

So - what colour is it (officially)

Looks similar colour to mine -

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/673.jpg

[REDTD5110]

I'll have to check the colour when I get home from work. Where's the paint code?

[Col 110]

I'll have to check the colour when I get home from work. Where's the paint code?

Not sure about the "paint code" - just looking at the photo and it looks similar in colour.

I haven't seen many others with the combination of the "Montalchino Red with a White Roof" - I have seen a few with red roofs or black packs.

I have seen one other Puma with the Montalcino Red with a White Roof - we exchanged waves.

I am sure there are others....

I am assuming yours is a Montachino Red 110 - not sure where you verify that though.

[YOLO110]

So - what colour is it (officially)

Looks similar colour to mine -

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/673.jpg

Continue to admire yours Col! Great photo mate ;)

Have you ever thought about getting some white HD 'Wolf' wheels instead of the alloys? I reckon they would look great on yours with the lovely white roof :cool:

BTW, did you go to the LR show and 'win' again this year!

[Avion8]

fantastic, well done! :BigThumb:
... and I'm struggling to think of the last time I saw one in that colour too? Looks great though! :D

I have one sitting in the shed awaiting some minor work, & there is no paint code on the data plate. So I would be interested to know what the official colour is. I did get a touch up made by removing one of the wheel arches & taking it along to a paint place - can't find the spray can though!

[jon3950]

That vintage would be Rioja Red, wouldn't it?

Cheers,
Jon

[Avion8]

Came across the empty tin of paint which is Copperleaf Red Metallic (Rover Code 1250/CDX) according to label on the can. My Xtreme is a MY2000 pre most of the electric stuff, like windows, locks heated bits & bobs!:)

[Col 110]

Continue to admire yours Col! Great photo mate ;)

Have you ever thought about getting some white HD 'Wolf' wheels instead of the alloys? I reckon they would look great on yours with the lovely white roof :cool:

BTW, did you go to the LR show and 'win' again this year!

Thanks Yolo - I love that photo as it is what I do every Saturday - take my dog (Bearded Collie) out to do Sheep Herding at Erskine park - I like to see the Defender in the padock chilling out with the sheep :-)

I'll take a photo of the dog with the sheep (and the Defender) this weekend!

Funny that you mention the white wheels - I was looking at black wheels...... I will get a black front bar next month (Rijidij Tube Bar with hoops) - and then will look at getting the headlight protectors in black. I think I am going for a black and red look - with a white roof.....

I didn't go to the Expo this year - sadly though - I was hoping to be able to attend but was busy - probably a good thing as I would have won again :wasntme:- and that would not have gone down well :D

Appreciate the comments - good fun!
Cheers,
Col.

[REDTD5110]

[QUOTE]Came across the empty tin of paint which is Copperleaf Red Metallic (Rover Code 1250/CDX) according to label on the can. My Xtreme is a MY2000 pre most of the electric stuff, like windows, locks heated bits & bobs!
/QUOTE]
Mine is also a MY2000 Xtreme... maybe they are the same colour.
Personally i prefer the older dash. Manual windows are the best!

[stewie110]

[QUOTE]Came across the empty tin of paint which is Copperleaf Red Metallic (Rover Code 1250/CDX) according to label on the can. My Xtreme is a MY2000 pre most of the electric stuff, like windows, locks heated bits & bobs!
/QUOTE]
Mine is also a MY2000 Xtreme... maybe they are the same colour.
Personally i prefer the older dash. Manual windows are the best!
In the puma the features that I miss from my previous defenders...
1. the front manual vents.
2. the dash
3. loads of "available" space in the engine bay.

Things I like about the puma.
1. Quieter on the highway
2. Better feeling on the road
3. More feeling of power (maybe the difference in the way they develop power)

[jethro]

This is my latest , the puma 90 with the blessing from my wife with the air con ,especially in summer we love it.
The green lwb defender (my previous wagon ) was terrific and has been sold to another Landrover enthusiast in Perth.
The Defender community is thriving in the south west of WA.people have realized what they were missing out on before they disappeared.
Numbers of defenders have jumped considerably since just before they stopped manufacturing them early this year.

Sent from my GT-N5120 using AULRO mobile app

[REDTD5110]

Today I found just how badly the 265/75R16 tyres that the previous owner put on rub the rear upper spring mount.

My brother's D1 in the reflection


https://scontent-sjc2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14650262_992441207548633_4417631771442239636_n.jpg ?oh=74f2d6463481b54063e9a7654fe2125c&oe=58974C56



https://scontent-sjc2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14716213_992441194215301_980398511157465607_n.jpg? oh=ce70002a95cd93eb076ef83c8a1deeb0&oe=58619058

[alien]

Camping at Lake Eildon(The Pines) for a Track Trailer weekend a fortnight ago.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[Dervish]

I recently replaced the rear springs on the wagon, she's back to being level again now. Still standard Perentie springs in the front. I took visiting family for a drive through some rainforest on the weekend, but it was poor consolation for missing the Defender Day Out.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/143.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/144.jpg

[DiscoMick]

Are Perentie springs different to standard springs?

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[Dervish]

Are Perentie springs different to standard springs?



Yes, +2" and fronts suited to the weight of the Isuzu and a PTO winch. Dobinsons make a similar coil, and they may in fact be the Perentie spring specifications.

[jon3950]

Rest stop on the way to Lake Mungo:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/68.jpg


Cheers,
Jon

[D90 orkney]

Just got back from the high country. Beautiful and fun as ever. Caledonia river was the camp site and did tracks in the vicinity.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/9.jpg
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https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/17.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/10/18.jpg

[carlschmid2002]

Great photos. Amazing

[D90 orkney]

Here is a couple videos from the trip.

https://youtu.be/QGh0FE7j2WQ

https://youtu.be/xD12n655qAw

[DieselDan]

I know that big hole only too well...!!

Disco went in.....

Disco didn't come out!! :rolleyes:

[Grumbles]

Today I found just how badly the 265/75R16 tyres that the previous owner put on rub the rear upper spring mount.



What a great looking Defender. It looks very classy.

I'm not sure which I like best - Red with a white top or Green. Both colours capture the essence of a Defender :BigThumb: which is something no Japanese car is able to replicate.

[D90 orkney]

I know that big hole only too well...!!

Disco went in.....

Disco didn't come out!! :rolleyes:

The one in the video was fine going that way. Going the other way I didn't make it out. Had to winch. But I should have gone a bit faster and I might have made it. Also that it was full of water didn't help. Made me float a bit. Caledonia river track is my favourite in the high country

[scottygc]

another red one


off on a recent trip to fraser

[scarry]

Didn't know where to post this,so thought this thread was the go:)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/809.jpg (https://picturepush.com/public/15374137)

[Willow4]

On the way to lake Mungo over the Melbourne Cup 'long weekend'
116124

Parking rules apply
116125

All setup at camp. The Main Camp site is a great setup.
116127

[jon3950]

Didn't know where to post this,so thought this thread was the go:)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/809.jpg (https://picturepush.com/public/15374137)

Oh no...

[jon3950]

On the way to lake Mungo over the Melbourne Cup 'long weekend'
116124

Parking rules apply
116125

All setup at camp. The Main Camp site is a great setup.
116127

The Heritage just looks right out there. Not quite as green as it was back in August though....

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/808.jpg

Cheers,
Jon

[4wheeler]

My Defender with new anthracite Zu alloy rims From Rimmer Brothers with Bridgestone D674 MT tyres in 265 76 16.

[Pateyw]

Camping at Lake Eildon(The Pines) for a Track Trailer weekend a fortnight ago.
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/90-110-130-defender-county/115726d1477368260-show-us-your-deefers-img_1048-1-.jpg

Hi
Just wondering where you got the defender sticker across the window screen
Cheers

[davidgate]

Simpson Desert August 2016
http://www.davidgatehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/DSC04202-1.jpg

[REDTD5110]

From today, near Oakdale west of Sydney

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

[Toxic_Avenger]

Here is a short video that I uploaded but forgot to make public on my youtube account.
This was the winching operation at the watagan forest after I pretzel'd my exhaust pipe (in july '16)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nhYXZJ8Bnc

[Col 110]

From today, near Oakdale west of Sydney

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/14980729_367242213621331_7215546589936507136_n.jpg ?oh=23d471eb5bf3f4dc5fef7a9ed6c8c6ee&oe=58D4DED1&__gda__=1488977240_c3cd15bba321c3ab86355af47e5c8f1 0
Love these Red ones with a White Roof :cool:

Nice Photo!

[barney]

There's been an update to my collection

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[Ukalipt]

Hi all,
First post but proud to show my new[to me] Defender. Pretty much stock and purchased in WA then shipped to Sydney.
Love it so much.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/319.jpg

[cuppabillytea]

Welcome aboard UKalipt. Nice entrance. Looks like we might have another expat Pom.

[D90 orkney]

So got back from Cobaw today. Great, great place for wheeling. Many challenging tracks. We started on the hardest from what I'd heard in Alcorns, today's participants were a jeep on 35s double locked, and Fj cruiser rear locked 33s and another 90 stock other then 33s and me. Jeep went up first as he seemed the most capable. First rock step he diffed out and after many tries couldn't get through. I then gave it a crack and had I been on 35s I would have passed. The other two didn't try. On our way down the shorty showed it's down fall with the angles and with one dip I was holding my car up on the side of a wall. The jeep hooked me up to his jeep and lowered me down.

Next we went to stumpy track. Nothing too hard and just before we hit the main road there was a flex tunnel. Wheels were lifting front and rear. Fantastic test to see how each truck handled it. The rest of stumpy was blocked by at least 5 big fallen trees. We decided to get on the main road and head to soil pit track. This had everything. A great rocky climb. Then we got to some dip sections. My wheel went very high. My lockers got switched on and drove out. I love my lockers. I love them a lot. I got to test them out a lot today and the difference between traction control and being double locked is huge.

Cobaw is an awesome place and that was my first time there. Will definetly go back

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/264.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/265.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/266.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/267.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/268.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/269.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/270.jpg

https://youtu.be/TVKh7D7Boak

[D90 orkney]

Couple videos from the trip;


My girlfriend is taping and it's pretty clear she cacked herself haha. I don't know if you pick it up but after I told her to get the other guys over I told her "photo! Photo!"
https://youtu.be/Qmu4V8EzGmQ

https://youtu.be/b4uIvY_fvUw

https://youtu.be/MRSQlgJ88zQ

https://youtu.be/6VlKZ4VxDAM

https://youtu.be/I1CNi-rmo4w

[pommy]

Yep Cobaw is cool tests out your suspension that's for sure

[Toxic_Avenger]

My girlfriend is taping and it's pretty clear she cacked herself haha. I don't know if you pick it up but after I told her to get the other guys over I told her "photo! Photo!"

Noice!

Yeah it's about that time when my missus hits the NOPE button and jumps out the window.

[D90 orkney]

Noice!

Yeah it's about that time when my missus hits the NOPE button and jumps out the window.

She has told me a while back she is more then happy to get out and video the hairy stuff

[D90 orkney]

Yep Cobaw is cool tests out your suspension that's for sure

That it certainly does. And my 90s downfall is the rear down travel of which I basically have none.

[cuppabillytea]

Great fun. I did something similar with four eleven year old lads onboard. A lot of we're gunna die was heard but they loved it.

[JawKnee]

Long time lurker here, so might as well post my td5 90 up

Somewhere in the blue mountains
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/149.jpg

Lobster arm, Im sure defender drivers can relate to this :D
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/173.jpg
Cheers

[YOLO110]

Cool colour. :>)

Goes well with the arm too!

[JDNSW]

That colour is almost identical to the one used by the Department of Supply in the 1950s and 60s for 'C' plate SWB Landrovers supplied to organisations such as the Bureau of Mineral Resources and Department of Civil Aviation. I drove a number of them in 1959-60 - they were in the process of changing from Rescue Orange to this lighter colour, possibly to be a bit cooler in the sun.

A real 'Retro" look, made the government vehicles easy to spot. The colour was actually selected for maximum visibility.

John

[Toxic_Avenger]

It sure is bright. Is it a metallic paint?

[JawKnee]

Colour is called golden yellow not sure if it metallic, think it was given to the td5 Extreme versions only. Never lost it in a car park thats for sure. :D

[Defendozer]

Defenders at work..

[Col 110]

Long time lurker here, so might as well post my td5 90 up

Somewhere in the blue mountains
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/149.jpg



Cheers
Is this the same one that is often seen in Windsor on a weekend - I have crossed paths with one of these a few times and get a good wave. My wife loves the colour!

[Babs]

Is this the same one that is often seen in Windsor on a weekend - I have crossed paths with one of these a few times and get a good wave. My wife loves the colour!



Ha yes I've spotted that canary in Windsor also [emoji3]

[cuppabillytea]

I have to say. Love that yellow 90.

[jon3950]

Vambata Hill, Skytrek:


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/11/128.jpg

[JawKnee]

Yes that is the same canary in Windsor :)

[Trekker]

Almost ready


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=116937&d=1480228844


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

[Trekker]

Southern Highlands Outdoor Recreation & Adventure Show, Moss Vale


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

[Chops]

Handbrake not working? :angel:


Almost ready


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=116938&d=1480229062

[Trekker]

Handbrake not working? :angel:



Yes it is but having owned three Classic Rangies, I don't trust it when in neutral with the engine running.

[debruiser]

Yes it is but having owned three Classic Rangies, I don't trust it when in neutral with the engine running.

so u carry a brick with u?

[DiscoMick]

I like the black rear door - did you do that?

[Larry]

I like the black rear door - did you do that?
Standard on the end of production Adventure model.;)

[Larry]

Southern Highlands Outdoor Recreation & Adventure Show, Moss Vale


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=116939&d=1480229817

That's Dullbird & MuddyMech's 130 isn't it????????????

[barney]

Yep

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[Trekker]

I like the black rear door - did you do that?

No. That's how it came as Larry said, standard on the Adventure special edition.

[Trekker]

so u carry a brick with u?

Not always.

[REDTD5110]

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[MarkM]

Spotted; a Landy in the new Queensland Tourism advertisment


https://youtu.be/9cw-OSxhTes

[Larry]

Spotted; a Landy in the new Queensland Tourism advertisment


https://youtu.be/9cw-OSxhTes

Just saw that on TV. :clap2: Makes a nice change.:thumbsup:

[ozscott]

Defender Dresden https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/980.jpg

[MarkM]

Sloane Square

[100inch]

My daily drive when in town
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/951.jpg

[cuppabillytea]

That is a very fine specimen.:BigThumb:

[ozscott]

Defender in Munichhttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/889.jpghttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/890.jpg

[D90 orkney]

Camped at Toolangi Sunday night and hit the tracks Monday. Camped in the murrindindi reserve camp area. Flushing toilets and all. Very fancy.

The wheeling was tame. Our convoy consisted of 3 90's(me 33s double locked, one 33s stock and the other stock.) a jeep and an Fj. We tried to get to aeroplane track via another track but as we got to the top some of our group were not confident in getting past a steep section with either massive boulders one side or steep and very loose rock and dirt. We turned back down and headed toward Downie spur track which had a few bog holes. A kangaroo almost started chasing one of the members of our convoy which was funny. Then we headed to blowhard track and cockpit track. Nothing hard on the way down. We decided to climb it which was more interesting taking the harder lines.

Toolangi is a beautiful forest and need to go back to explore some more


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[D90 orkney]

Probably the hardest bit of the day. I got caught up on this first step. So had to give it a bit to get up. Can't wait til I get my 35s. These steps will become an on issue.

https://youtu.be/uhFUu6fkfoM

[Babs]

The Stumpy Brigade, some great photos there & your rig is looking the part. Big thumbs up [emoji106]

Ouch on that rear diff in the vid [emoji15]

[D90 orkney]

Yeah didn't feel the greatest. But I couldn't have a jeep on 35s get up and me not ;)

[timax]

My TD5 Auto
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/818.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/timphoto83ec/media/sexydefender_zpstyysvq8x.jpg.html)

[filcar]

Camped at Toolangi Sunday night and hit the tracks Monday. Camped in the murrindindi reserve camp area. Flushing toilets and all. Very fancy.....


Saw you guys arrive and was going to come over in the morning to say g'day, but you were gone by the time the coffee had woken me up. Spent a week in that camp, I was in the Aussieswag camper getting tugged around by my Defender 90.

[Tombie]

Probably the hardest bit of the day. I got caught up on this first step. So had to give it a bit to get up. Can't wait til I get my 35s. These steps will become an on issue.



https://youtu.be/uhFUu6fkfoM



Becomes a Donkey chasing a carrot! The next, bigger step will get you!!! [emoji12][emoji106]

[gofish]

Love to hear (& see) more about the TD5 Auto Timax.

[D90 orkney]

Saw you guys arrive and was going to come over in the morning to say g'day, but you were gone by the time the coffee had woken me up. Spent a week in that camp, I was in the Aussieswag camper getting tugged around by my Defender 90.


yes we did see you. nice plates. maybe next time!

[timax]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/813.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/timphoto83ec/media/IMG_3931_zpskijnncyk.jpg.html)

[D90 orkney]

Becomes a Donkey chasing a carrot! The next, bigger step will get you!!! [emoji12][emoji106]


haha i was waiting for this! Very true....

i think id have to stop at 35s otherwise my girlfriend will disown me

[ozscott]

Defender in Rothenberg Germanyhttps://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/815.jpg

[debruiser]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/813.jpg (http://s46.photobucket.com/user/timphoto83ec/media/IMG_3931_zpskijnncyk.jpg.html)

Awesome shot! even though there is a toyota in the pic as well, :p I wish I could get awesome pics like this; maybe I should read my camera manual :D

And here is a pic of shorty - took it back in June/July school holidays on a trip to the Country of NSW, I believe we were in Kwiambal NP. Which is a nice spot; not so much in the middle of winter while it's drizzly, wet and cold though. I may or may not have been in a lot of trouble for selecting the destination, and I may or may not have been forced to head east to Ballina so she could warm up.

[YOLO110]

Awesome shot! even though there is a toyota in the pic as well, :p I wish I could get awesome pics like this; maybe I should read my camera manual :D

Agreed! :cool:

Details of shot please... exp time, ISO etc... would be much appreciated! ;)

[DieselDan]

Bush camping off the Grt Ocean Rd!

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[Chops]

Gday Dan, where abouts off the road were you exactly,, close to the beach from there? Looks like it could have been a good spot. :D

[MrLandy]

Bush camping off the Grt Ocean Rd!

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Ah yes...an Indus Defender in its natural habitat...nice camp. 👍

[cuppabillytea]

I knew the Indus would get him. :p:wasntme:

[MrLandy]

I knew the Indus would get him. :p:wasntme:

Seems we're both totally predictable! :p:)

[DieselDan]

Gday Dan, where abouts off the road were you exactly,, close to the beach from there? Looks like it could have been a good spot. :D

It's on the outskirts of Aireys Inlet.
I'm still there(here?!)
I might take some pics of my second favourite spot - the Aireys Pub :D

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[MrLandy]

It's on the outskirts of Aireys Inlet.
I'm still there(here?!)
I might take some pics of my second favourite spot - the Aireys Pub :D

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Agreed! 👍 more Indus good taste.

[JConn44]

Hi Guys, just picked up my first Defender today! Absolutely stoked to be part of the group

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[Gordie]

Hi Guys, just picked up my first Defender today! Absolutely stoked to be part of the group

Sent from my SM-G925I using AULRO mobile appNice wagon, welcome!

[Dervish]

Hi Guys, just picked up my first Defender today! Absolutely stoked to be part of the group


Welcome to the forum; chances are I'll see you around :)

[MrLandy]

Hi Guys, just picked up my first Defender today! Absolutely stoked to be part of the group

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Cool! ...now I want a red one! Well done. Enjoy!

[Col 110]

Hi Guys, just picked up my first Defender today! Absolutely stoked to be part of the group

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Another Red one - nice!

[Jesters Td5]

New look after installing suspension outside the place I spend far too much of my hard earned.

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[D90 orkney]

This is what my 90 looks like now;
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/455.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/456.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/457.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/458.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/459.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/460.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/461.jpg

[pommy]

Like like like love defenders on 35 's

[SPROVER]

This is what my 90 looks like now;
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/455.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/456.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/457.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/458.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/459.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/460.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/461.jpg
That looks awesome! Love it.

[Toxic_Avenger]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/454.jpg
Truck bogged in some slippery wet flowers on the road.
Landy to the rescue.

[Baytown]

Fantastic looking truck D90.
Good on you.
Ken

[D90 orkney]

Fantastic looking truck D90.
Good on you.
Ken

Thanks mate

[cuppabillytea]

It is a great looking 90. Next time you're in Sydney, I'll show you how to park it. :p

[D90 orkney]

It is a great looking 90. Next time you're in Sydney, I'll show you how to park it. :p

The new height, I can't see curbs now so I just left it where it was ;)

Thanks mate

[MogoDef]

9 Mile Beach


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CPT 80 The Watagans


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[kerryr]

Hi Guys
I am very lucky to have this County 90 V8, 87 model.
100 % original and fantastic condition.
Can anybody tell me if there are any more of these in Australia?

Kerry

[Gordie]

Very lucky indeed Kerry, she's a little honey!

[Toxic_Avenger]

I think this is the same hole



CPT 80 The Watagans


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/90-110-130-defender-county/117605-show-us-your-deefers-img_20161128_114536.jpg


http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=112062&stc=1&d=1470049212

Good fun up there.

[Dervish]

Can anybody tell me if there are any more of these in Australia?


Was someone on here asking questions about A/C on your behalf recently? If not, there must be another one about. From memory that one was recently brought in from NZ. I know of an '89 2.5TD 90 and another V8 as well, but that's it for pre-Defender 90s. They're all personal imports.

[rangieman]

Hi Guys
I am very lucky to have this County 90 V8, 87 model.
100 % original and fantastic condition.
Can anybody tell me if there are any more of these in Australia?

Kerry

That is a bloody ripper mate :thumbsup:

[ngarigo]

amazing place....

[Steve223]

https://vimeo.com/196271269

Tiny driving Tool Box hill

[Didge]

Wow Steve, pretty impressive. Now tell us all, what size hi lift jack do you use to get those mountains of wheels off the road?? 120"?

[MogoDef]

Sure looks like it Toxic. I was pointed at the sky like that as I drove out after the photo. Plenty of nervous moments on that track getting used to how the defender handles

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[DieselDan]

It's on the outskirts of Aireys Inlet.
I'm still there(here?!)
I might take some pics of my second favourite spot - the Aireys Pub :D

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Still haven't taken any of the pub yet, maybe I'll park the Defer outside and get 2 in 1!
Anyway, here's our set up while we spend a few days here - Merry Christmas!

[Steve223]

Wow Steve, pretty impressive. Now tell us all, what size hi lift jack do you use to get those mountains of wheels off the road?? 120"?



need to stop droop of the springs to lift it up :-) but then normal high lift will do

[Pocket Rocket]

Found a pea gravel slurry for LoneRanger's and our daughter's boyfriend's Deefers to play in.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/109.jpg

[kogvos]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/149.jpg

[jon3950]

Where was that taken?

[DiscoMick]

Flinders Beach on North Stradbroke Island on Friday.

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[kogvos]

Where was that taken?
Second river crossing at Geehi (Kosciuszko area) heading away from Major Clews Hut. An easy track but some lovely views and great history of the area.

[catch-22]

Hi Guys

I am very lucky to have this County 90 V8, 87 model.

100 % original and fantastic condition.

Can anybody tell me if there are any more of these in Australia?



Kerry



Ok, I've never said this about any defender, but if you're ever going to sell this, put me at the top of the list. Love it.

[jon3950]

Second river crossing at Geehi (Kosciuszko area) heading away from Major Clews Hut. An easy track but some lovely views and great history of the area.

Thanks. Thought it looked familiar, but couldn't place it - explains why that water looks so inviting. Had planned to be down that way myself over the next few days but now stuck at home. I'll be holidaying vicariously through everyone else's photos this week. :(

Cheers,
Jon

[JDNSW]

Hi Guys
I am very lucky to have this County 90 V8, 87 model.
100 % original and fantastic condition.
Can anybody tell me if there are any more of these in Australia?

Kerry

They were certainly never sold in Australia. Any here would be private imports - there is obviously at least one, but I have never seen one, and I would guess there are less than ten.

John

[Jesters Td5]

Found a pea gravel slurry for LoneRanger's and our daughter's boyfriend's Deefers to play in.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members/pocket+rocket-albums-d110-picture5963-gravel-pit.jpg

Is that the one out behind the camping area down in Lane Poole?

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[Jesters Td5]

Woke up Xmas day with this parked outside the Out-Laws place where I am for the stupid season.

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Got so excited only to discover it wasn't my present but belonged to the next door neighbour. Oh well, maybe next year my hints will be taken more seriously

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