Thread: 130 Dual cab for me

Note that when everyone is quoting mpg's their odo is out something like 7-8% on 235/85's, so add at least 7% to their l/100km to get a truer figure

I average around 11.5-12/100km in my 130 300Tdi.
It gross's out at around 3000kg running 33.3" MT's, bull bar and side brush bars, ladders, conduit and tube on top and the fuel is turned up to the max.
I run at 100-110km/h on the highway and by-ways around here and the speedo and odo are a lot closer to true with the 255/85's.

As Ron did, I've removed the inner rear springs and just run the 330lb/in main springs and no anti-roll bars all round without issue, and as I mentioned above it goes 3000kg over the weigh bridge with all my work gear in it, but some may not like the extra rock and roll.

So a bit of an update on progress or regress depending on your point o view


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Definitely a country vehicle.



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Tray mount just came off this side

The thing seems bigger without the body! Friend is wondering about his Cruiser chassis strength when looking at this

Dunno about the shocker mount but obviously a good wire strainer.

Deano

Cleaned, tray mounts repaired and all painted. Woo hoo, new bushes arrived,

Moved into the shed and the build continues.

Maybe I should get this moved to projects.

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FWIW mine came from up your way (ex-BFC) and it still has red dust in it, ten years later !

Originally Posted by zwitter

Hi 130 owners

Mine is a 1996
Usual problems with water leaking in through door seals and vents down the fire wall.
(Not a problem, just lets you know its time to turn the wipers on.)

And often oil leaks too but not right now!
(Auto rust prevention.)

I also have an issue with the AC it seems to ice up and fill with water internally then sloshes.
(AC should never be a problem - open vents = AC on - close vents = AC off.)

Replaced tape player with a better unit that plays USB and iPod.
(Me too.)

Replaced sagging interior roof lining.
(Removed sagging roof lining. The painted metal is much easier to care for.)

I have Diesel Gas on mine and also put a Disco transfer case with the 1:222 gears and it will now cruise at 110 km/ hr at 2600 rpm and with lots of sound insulation can actually have a conversation or listen to music. It is a very drivable vehicle like this.
(Leave the engine standard then it doesn't go fast enough for noise to be a problem.)

I want cruise control some time and a few other creature comforts.
(Buy a Toyota.)

Get 10.xx litres per 100 k open road and 12 round town. Have had 9s on long trips if take it easy.
(Yeah, my speedometer is out too.)

I love my 130!
(I love my 130!)

Polishing. It this weekend..... A big job
(The matt look really suits 130 Defenders.)

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Hey Strangy,

This looks as though it is going to be an impressive rebuild! I bought a 130 (TD5 though) about 4 months ago and have been enjoying the projects ever since.

I must say though, I would love to be able to do it to the extent that you are stripping it all the way back and the like. I just dont have the room or the shed at the moment, or the shed time for that fact with 2 x kids under 5 running around my ankles.

Which station did you get it on? I was a copper in Alice for a while and worked up in Yuendumu, Papunya, Ti Tree and Ali Curung. Bloody beautiful country. It truly is!

Cheers,

Ben

Originally Posted by rick130

FWIW mine came from up your way (ex-BFC) and it still has red dust in it, ten years later !

That wouldnt surprise me.

I am amazed at how much has come out of the thing, despite the different angles its been on and numerous pressure washes..
My garden bed has been raised a few inches and has a distinct colour change

cheers