recovery points standard?

[as0l0]

Hi guys,

I'm going to expose myself as a n00b on my first post, but so be it.

I picked up a new 110 about 3 weeks ago. Does it come with recovery points as standard?

I'm looking to go on the Eureka sand course in April and they say recovery points are required (and fair enough too).

[Grover-98]

I know the discovery doesn't and I'm fairly sure the Defender doesn't either. as for rear recovery you can use the pin in the tow bar thats what i do (when recovering others )

[one_iota]

It depends on the definition of "recovery".

The Defender comes with points fixed to the chassis front and rear for tying down the vehicle for transport.

A dynamic recovery by winching or (worse) a snatch strap is another matter as the forces imposed on the standard points could lead to tears or worse.

If your driving off road is likely to get you into a stuck position then you will need more than the standard provision.

The usual routes on the front are via bull bar points or "jate rings" and on the rear by hitch receivers designed to fit into the tow bar.

May I suggest that you avail yourself of the "Search" facility on the forum. It makes for interesting reading.

There has been a couple of recent threads on this subject in the Defender section.

By the way welcome to this place.

[as0l0]

ripper post, thanks for the direction.

[leeds]

Hi guys,

I'm going to expose myself as a n00b on my first post, but so be it.

I picked up a new 110 about 3 weeks ago. Does it come with recovery points as standard?

I'm looking to go on the Eureka sand course in April and they say recovery points are required (and fair enough too).

Firstly welcome.

Second there is no such thing as a silly question, but there is such a thing as a stupid answer!

The lash down eyes are NOT suitable as recovery eyes.

Make sure you buy good, rated recovery items from know respected places.

Join your local Land Rover or 4 x 4 club and do not be afraid to ask questions.


Regards


Brendan

[as0l0]

yeah, nah, so checking around a bit it seems like it's not too easy to actually get recovery points. every 4wd place (in perth) seems to shy away from the Defender, but one of them pointed me toward British Parts. Anyone had any dealings with them?

[Hoges]

British Parts (presuming you're talking of the UK outfit)

Jaguar | Land Rover spare parts at British Parts UK

...I've just put an online order in ---about $1,300 worth for P38 bits. Total cost of delivery to Australia is $85. Local dealer and Karcraft quotes for same parts were in excess of $2,400...go figure.

Phoned Brit Parts a couple of times (3cents/min using dicsount phone card from Woolies) ...staff VERY helpful...they are sending stuff all over the world every day.

Recovery points:
there's good "physics" principles why the best recovery points are those attached to where the front/rear control arms join the axle.

see Technical Review of ADR

Tried to contact them several times but to no avail. Soooo went to Bullivants the cable people and bought a 3m off cut of 10 mm multistrand elevator cable. Got them put a heavy duty swage it around a thimble at each end and made a simple bridle which bolts to the suspension as per the above ref URL.

If I am thinking of getting into harms way it only takes 5 mins to attach....all up cost was about $50. ...fits front or rear equally well.

cheers

[as0l0]

actually, there's a place in Perth called British Parts. British Parts

thanks very much for the extra info *thumbs up*

[as0l0]

oh, i see now. Jate Rings are something I can just go and buy and fit in a few minutes. Is that correct?

Jate Rings

[dmdigital]

In Perth you've got Rovacraft. They should have access to most of what you need.