Thread: RR CHASSIS TO SERIES BODY

I can confirm the "4x4 is Reborn" DVD is tops.

Was thinking about doing the same but on reflection what does a Series or defender body add to the project - Range Rovers are cheap and the same suspension mods can be done as if it was a hybrid with far less work and engineering. The other aspect was that RTA tech standards have indicated that they frown in newer cars that have been demodernized eg a 90s rangie with a series body but look favaouably on an older car being moderised - eg a series body with later safety mods like a rangie chassis (is the glass half full or is it have empty?). The issue becomes vehicle ident - is a 90s rangie with a 70s body a 90s or a 70s car - I have been given mixed messages from the RTA on this.

So it is clear that any such work should be done not only with an engineer in mind but in discussion with the RTA.

Garry

Originally posted by garrycol
I can confirm the "4x4 is Reborn" DVD is tops.

Was thinking about doing the same but on reflection what does a Series or defender body add to the project - Range Rovers are cheap and the same suspension mods can be done as if it was a hybrid with far less work and engineering. The other aspect was that RTA tech standards have indicated that they frown in newer cars that have been demodernized eg a 90s rangie with a series body but look favaouably on an older car being moderised - eg a series body with later safety mods like a rangie chassis (is the glass half full or is it have empty?). The issue becomes vehicle ident - is a 90s rangie with a 70s body a 90s or a 70s car - I have been given mixed messages from the RTA on this.

So it is clear that any such work should be done not only with an engineer in mind but in discussion with the RTA.

Garry

The reduced center of gravity (and overall weight) is very noticeable off-road. I also like the ability to hose out the interior. Some also think series panels look better than a rangie......others simply want to build something 'unique'

Mine was/is registered as a Series 3 which had been converted to coil springs and a V8 with a corresponding modification plate. You may have to restamp the chassis number to achieve this (I'm not saying I did or that you should.......)

Originally posted by BRINDO75
well we are pulling the rangie apart tomorrow and the series body will be sat onto the chassis by the end of the week hopfully. i work shift work. so any pics will be a great asset to me and my father and brother. email is brindo75@hotmail.com

Good stuff BRINDO, I'll keep watching with enthusiasm to your progress, might even help out, I can hold a torch OK.

Cheers
Bryce

Hi to all,

Dave I did try to send some pics to you but returned failed delivery, have been busy in the shop for last few nights, I will set up a link tonight with some starting pics. Will take a few hours to do will repost when I've got this set up.

Brindo I'll send you a pm with some steel you will need for the chassis mods.

glen

Hi all

Photo link.

http://www.brotherscustomshop.com/about2.html

glen

I was a bit slow yesterday we didnt get to start but today we have dismantled the rangie its now a chassis and motor plus driveline .

will be waiting for material sheet,thanks glen [/img]