If I was getting a new Defender...

[dmdigital]

...what accessories can I get?

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

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




Retail therapy I think is helping my get over everything.

[dullbird]

...what accessories can I get?

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

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




Retail therapy I think is helping my get over everything.


if you can hang on till oct you can have a tst drive in one;):D.....you might have to make the engine noise while we push though:o if thats ok

[dmdigital]

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

[one_iota]

I'm working through this list

about $10k's worth so far

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

and counting.

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


Sorry to hear about the troubles :(

[abaddonxi]

I'm working through this list

about $10k's worth so far

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

and counting.

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


Sorry to hear about the troubles :(

I guess you'll be living in there permanently, then.

:D:D:D

Cheers
Simon

[one_iota]

I guess you'll be living in there permanently, then.

:D:D:D

Cheers
Simon


Simon

There won't be room :D

[solmanic]

...what accessories can I get?

Am I correct in assuming the Radio/CD will take an iPod/USB connection?

NO. The Aus spec has the iPod aux. connector blanked off. You should get an aftermarket unit with direct iPod control and I would also recommend a speaker upgrade with perhaps a compact sub-woofer (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/general-chat/48329-ultimate-07-defender-ice-solution.html).

[abaddonxi]

Simon

There won't be room :D


Moving house, prophylactic advice (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/general-chat/59403-new-rubbers-nearly-new-rubbers.html); sounds like you've already got that plan in the works.

:D

Cheers
Simon

[dullbird]

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

ok i was wondering whether me and ian can get a job where you both work and move out to gove and become neighbours:D

[dmdigital]

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


ok i was wondering whether me and ian can get a job where you both work and move out to gove and become neighbours:D

Your welcome to stay, I think emplyment is all via the Brisbane office, not sure of the procedure.

[Narangga]

ok i was wondering whether me and ian can get a job where you both work and move out to gove and become neighbours:D

What happens to the rest of us neighbours then???:eek:

[one_iota]

1Mud Rails - unfortunately wife insists on side steps, think its something to do with her being 5'1":angel:

Not what it seems: I have giraffe's legs so these enable the seats to slide back to give more leg room:

MUDSTUFF.CO.UK - MUD Seat Rails - Products - Have you got MUD? - Land Rover Solutions (http://www.mudstuff.co.uk/MUD_Seat_Rails.html)


6Light Wiring Up Grade - Is it still required:confused:

I'm not entirely sure but I think that the full power still goes through the switch unrelayed so there is the risk of burning out the switch. I upgraded the wiring on the disco with a traxide unit resulting in more candle power.

[dullbird]

What happens to the rest of us neighbours then???:eek:


you can stay too

i just want to be in a job where we can nip out and buy a defender too:D

[The ho har's]

i just want to be in a job where we can nip out and buy a defender too:D

I was thinking the same thing :eek: wonder if he has several colors too choose from:D


Mrs ho har:angel:

[Narangga]

i just want to be in a job where we can nip out and buy a defender too:D

"Tell him he's dreamin'" Ooops!:wasntme: Thought this was the thread about the Aussie movies ...

[dmdigital]

MUDSTUFF.CO.UK - MUD Seat Rails - Products - Have you got MUD? - Land Rover Solutions

I'm not entirely sure but I think that the full power still goes through the switch unrelayed so there is the risk of burning out the switch. I upgraded the wiring on the disco with a traxide unit resulting in more candle power.

Ahhh those Mud Rails, wasn't thinking, I thought you meant the tree sliders;)


i just want to be in a job where we can nip out and buy a defender too:D

So do I:(


I was thinking the same thing :eek: wonder if he has several colors too choose from:D
Sure do: Alaska White or Zermatt Silver:D
Several by definition means more than one:p
Also we both like the silver.

[The ho har's]

Sure do: Alaska White or Zermatt Silver:D
Several by definition means more than one:p
Also we both like the silver.



well if you do come our way and stay I prefer to see the silver one:p


Mrs ho har:angel:

as if I have a say:lol:

[Bundalene]

well if you do come our way and stay I prefer to see the silver one:p


Mrs ho har:angel:

as if I have a say:lol:

Silver is a great colour. Erich has sprayed our (formerly white) Defender silver - funnily enough it looks white at a distance but it's definitely silver....well for the time being anyway, in a few weeks it will be NT "Dusty Red". And once that dust gets into the seals, it's there for keeps!
Kind regards,
Mrs. Bundalene

[dmdigital]

Oh I thought you must have got a new Defender for the trip north. Look forward to catching up when we get back or you arrive.

[Bundalene]

Oh I thought you must have got a new Defender for the trip north. Look forward to catching up when we get back or you arrive.

Thanks Derek, it will be nice to catch up. We are planning to head out this weekend after we drop our Staffy off at the in laws place on the south coast for his annual "spoil treatment". Heading up the usual way through central Qld., Mt. Isa etc and hope to get to Gapuwiyak in time for the Darwin Show long weekend. Will be in contact before we come in to Gove. I think you may need a beer at the GC after what you have both been through.
Cheers, Erich

[dmdigital]

All going well - I think my luck's changing - we will be driving in that weekend too.

[Yorkshire_Jon]

Just a quick but in...

Are you talking about getting the new Ford Engined Defender or a new TD5 Defender?


I went to try one of the Ford ones... Ended upo buying another ex Demonstrator TD5 instead! Must admit though I did like the dash layout and the lower first gear. Not as much trash space in the dash though.

[dmdigital]

Hi Jon, yes talking about a new Puma motor 110 SW. You've probably read the thread on what I did to my Disco.

What's the general opinion of the 2.4L Defender in the UK?

[disco gazza]

Hi dm_td5,

Check out www.defender2.com.:twobeers:

Its been going ever since the "new":thumbsup: 'fender came out.

Cheers

Gazza

92 disco tdi

[dullbird]

:D
Hi dm_td5,

Check out www.defender2.com.:twobeers: (http://www.defender2.com.:twobeers:)

Its been going ever since the "new":thumbsup: 'fender came out.

Cheers

Gazza

92 disco tdi

i'd buy one first and then go on there....remember poms whinge for a living;)

[dmdigital]

Hi dm_td5,

Check out www.defender2.com.:twobeers:

Its been going ever since the "new":thumbsup: 'fender came out.

Cheers

Gazza

92 disco tdi
Thanks Gazza but I've already been through there researching.


:D

i'd buy one first and then go on there....remember poms whinge for a living;)
:D:D:D

[seqfisho]

Hi dm_td5,

Check out www.defender2.com.:twobeers: (http://www.defender2.com.:twobeers:)

Its been going ever since the "new":thumbsup: 'fender came out.

Cheers

Gazza

92 disco tdi

Link doesn't work, goes off to some BS domain parking site :mad:

[Tombie]

Link doesn't work, goes off to some BS domain parking site :mad:

Remove the ' .com. ' at the end:) and use '.net'

http://defender2.net (http://defender2.net/)