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Geobloke

9th Apr 2006, 22:23

It was great to see you all today, Matt (+son), Gez, DaveD, Paul and Sam! Good days work too and a lot of fun had too!

Think Sam (aka SyncroSam) is about to post his pics up so old on for them!

Sam owns a really rather nice VW Syncro camper van, for those of you who have bever heard of one of these it is VWs 4x4 van and is a super bit of kit! As standard it comes fitted with diff lockers on both front and rear axles which makes it an awesome vehicle! Put it like this it went everywhere we went today and with ease too!

We stuck in a new track which involved alot of prunning, winching, towing, waffle, difflocking and chainsaw action, I have sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo many scratches over my fore arms and by gaud they sting like heck!

Unfortunately I do not have a camera at the moment so am relying on others to get their pictures re-sized and posted!!! ;) get a move on you lot!!! :D

Onwards...

Geobloke

9th Apr 2006, 22:24

Well I will be there this Saturday, the 110 gos well and the winch workd, now I know how to use it!!:rolleyes:

Paul

Ah smart! about time you got a proper landrover mate! ;)

HPLP

9th Apr 2006, 22:27

Aye, would be great to see the piccys!! Interesting to hear how the site is progressing.

H

SyncroSam

9th Apr 2006, 22:31

Cheers guys for a good day.

A few pics from today.....
http://www.epsonphoto.co.uk/thumbnails/t_177141_6000952158.jpg
http://www.epsonphoto.co.uk/thumbnails/t_177139_6000952158.jpg
http://www.epsonphoto.co.uk/thumbnails/t_177138_1664615934.jpg
http://www.epsonphoto.co.uk/thumbnails/t_177140_6000952158.jpg

Cheers,
Sam.

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 22:31

DOn't forget to email the site map Geo

SyncroSam

9th Apr 2006, 22:40

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SyncroSam

9th Apr 2006, 22:53

(Images the links in my first post go to)
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GezC

9th Apr 2006, 22:53

Good to see you all today:D :D :D It Was a good day today wernt it:D :D :D :D Cant beleive the syncro .The badge on the back said "BUS" Give a whole new meaning to "You could get a bus down there" Nice one Sam. ...

Me and dave went a bit looney on the way home:p :p

GezC

9th Apr 2006, 23:05

Have you got any pics Dave?

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 23:07

Have you got any pics Dave?

In a couple of minutes

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 23:09

Me and dave went a bit looney on the way home:p :p

No, that's crusing speed for a TD5 - fair play, never seen a TDi moving like that :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :D

Geobloke

9th Apr 2006, 23:20

Me and dave went a bit looney on the way home:p :p

Oh aye do tell more!!! :rolleyes:

GezC

9th Apr 2006, 23:21

I want a td5 then.......... I was flat out when I passed.... time to sort my fueling out:p :p

Ive heard you can tune the td5 to Do about 120mph Now that would be a nice defender

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 23:23

Here you go - most are of the bus - have to make it an honorary Landy

GezC

9th Apr 2006, 23:26

Oh aye do tell more!!! :rolleyes:

It handles well with the bfg .:D :D :D :D

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 23:29

Ive heard you can tune the td5 to Do about 120mph Now that would be a nice defender

Shame the rest of the truck would fall apart before you did a ton :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :D :D

DavejDavies

9th Apr 2006, 23:40

Here you go - most are of the bus - have to make it an honorary Landy

Just posted Mat's offroad adventure pics on the Difflock Lada forum - some interesting posts there, is there any hope for me :rolleyes: :D

GezC

9th Apr 2006, 23:48

You didnt get any pics of yours Dave .. you ll have to remember to give us your camera when your driving I always forget mate ..but then again ,by the time me and Guy parked up you`d already driven it..we missed it!! :(

have you had time to look at the discs ???

Guy.. forgot to ask about eva ..how was she today ???

SyncroSam

9th Apr 2006, 23:58

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DavejDavies

10th Apr 2006, 00:06

,by the time me and Guy parked up you`d already driven it..we missed it!! :(

have you had time to look at the discs ???

No Guy was back when I did the rocky bit - he had to jump into the bushes to avoid me :rolleyes: Hope it wasn't too *****ly :)

GezC

10th Apr 2006, 00:38

No Guy was back when I did the rocky bit - he had to jump into the bushes to avoid me :rolleyes: Hope it wasn't too *****ly :)

LoL :D ..
OOO Im gunna be sore tomorrow

Geobloke

10th Apr 2006, 09:09

Geobloke

10th Apr 2006, 09:10

No Guy was back when I did the rocky bit - he had to jump into the bushes to avoid me :rolleyes: Hope it wasn't too *****ly :)

Hmmmm I had a gorse thon in me butt when I got undressed and washed last night and my arms look like I have gone 40 rounds with a savage puma! :rolleyes:

GezC

10th Apr 2006, 10:15

Hmmmm I had a gorse thon in me butt when I got undressed and washed last night and my arms look like I have gone 40 rounds with a savage puma! :rolleyes:

hahaha joys of off roading cant wait till saturday

DavejDavies

10th Apr 2006, 11:07

Hmmmm I had a gorse thon in me butt when I got undressed and washed last night and my arms look like I have gone 40 rounds with a savage puma! :rolleyes:

Sorry - didn't want to stop and loose momentum :D :D

Geobloke

10th Apr 2006, 11:22

Sorry - didn't want to stop and loose momentum :D :D

Yeah yeah yeah whatever trevor! ;) You enjoyed watching me dive in to the gorse as you drove past!!!

DavejDavies

10th Apr 2006, 11:25

Yeah yeah yeah whatever trevor! ;) You enjoyed watching me dive in to the gorse as you drove past!!!

I was laughing out of concern :D :D

Didn't know you could move that fast :rolleyes:

rayvon

11th Apr 2006, 08:16

1st, good call on the new thread geo.

2nd, sorry i haven't sorted out any pics yet, there's a stomach bug doing the rounds at home and i'm leaking at both ends. :o

I'll get them sorted as soon as i can sit still for longer than 5 minutes.

Geobloke

11th Apr 2006, 10:03

DavejDavies

11th Apr 2006, 23:11

Last free day this Saturday from 10AM....

So far I think its: -
me
GezC
Geo
Paul H
Rayvon (somes got to open the gate)

Any other takers?

Great day out and lots of mud guaranteed :D :D

Geobloke

11th Apr 2006, 23:22

Last free day this Saturday from 10AM....

So far I think its: -
me
GezC
Geo
Paul H
Rayvon (somes got to open the gate)

Any other takers?

Great day out and lots of mud guaranteed :D :D

Well the weather forecast looks to be pretty good - Weather (http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5day.shtml) - so I would suggest that maybe starting the day by trying to set out the "top of the hill site" then if time head down to the forest!

What do you lot reckon?

Matt I have your can of marker paint by the way! Also if you want to set out the upper site I would suggest getting some sort of marker flags/pegs so a course can be followed! Either bamboo canes with yellow dusters or pegs with painted tops, I would suggest that to start with the bamboo is easier and cheaper!

We will also need at least one chainsaw from the begining, makes things progress much easier!

If you lot do not think the upper site is a priority then I would suggest either heading down the track we went up last sunday or trying to link the downwards part of it to the track the rangies stuck in 2 weeks ago! There will be bridge building involved in that one, logs and stuff!

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 00:13

I'd like a quick spin to the top if it's dry, imagine tracks would soon sort out the route but some areas might needs signs - BEWARE OF THE CLIFF :eek: etc

Down in the woods I'd like to go down the RRC route and link across to last Sunday's track for the return up? Be good to see if Peter has been down any tracks with the machine removing stumps?

Be interesting to see if some of those big logs from last week could be used across the track in the real soft areas - we know Eva is good at pulling them around and with a chainsaw any convenient windfall could also purhaps be used?

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 09:19

All sounds good to me ..... We can figure it out when we get there.Unless Matt and Co Have other plans.... Im easy either way..Have they removed the fench into the tank course yet??? Im also interested in seeing the route beyond the pallets.(the route peter told us about).There just isnt enough Hours in a day:)rockCrawling,opening up the perimeter, Bridge building all good stuff...See you All sat morning then..

Will Paul Have his chain saw??

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 10:24

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 10:52

If we are to link betweent he down track of last week to the RRC track of the week before I think we will have to chop at least one tree to get through and cross at least one ditch. It might be that the ditch is crossable without building a bridge, we'll see, good fun to try tho! :D

Do you mean enter the last track at the top over the rocks and open it up to the bottom then across and back up to the rrc track.

Sounds good to me ,bit of a challenge...loads to get stuck into...:D :D :D

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 11:47

Will Paul Have his chain saw??

Bet he never leaves home without it :D

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 11:49

If we are to link betweent he down track of last week to the RRC track of the week before I think we will have to chop at least one tree to get through and cross at least one ditch. It might be that the ditch is crossable without building a bridge, we'll see, good fun to try tho! :D

Sounds like it could be fun - I'll bring some nails to build the bridge :rolleyes: :D :D

Would make a lot of sense linking up the tracks...

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 13:09

Sounds like it could be fun - I'll bring some nails to build the bridge :rolleyes: :D :D

Would make a lot of sense linking up the tracks...

Good thinking that man ...Im sure ive got a roll of wire here somewhere ..Ill have a look later.

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 13:11

Good thinking that man ...Im sure ive got a roll of wire here somewhere ..Ill have a look later.

A hammer and some fencing staples whilst your there then fella! :D

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 13:16

A hammer and some fencing staples whilst your there then fella! :D

Im sure I dont have any staples.........Anyone donate a bag of staples???
Good Cause:D :D Ive got loads of hammers :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 13:29

Im sure I dont have any staples.........Anyone donate a bag of staples???
Good Cause:D :D Ive got loads of hammers :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Ah ha so your that sort of DIY mechanic then!!! :D

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 15:19

Ah ha so your that sort of DIY mechanic then!!! :D

Think you have to be that type of mechanic when you own a landrover:rolleyes:

I fit glass with a hammer :D Who said DIY!! Pro me;)

floyd fan

12th Apr 2006, 18:48

Think you have to be that type of mechanic when you own a landrover:rolleyes:

Im a 3H mechanic - Hit Hard & Hope. ;)

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 19:02

I might have some staples, was only semi serious about the bridge :rolleyes:

How wide and deep is the ditch :eek: :rolleyes:

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 19:08

I might have some staples, was only semi serious about the bridge :rolleyes:

How wide and deep is the ditch :eek: :rolleyes:

Ooo is about waffle wide and 3/4 wheel depth! I suspect it is crossable if taken at an angle and only one wheel at a time is in it! I would like to try it too!! :D Bet Gez would too!!

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 19:24

Ooo is about waffle wide and 3/4 wheel depth! I suspect it is crossable if taken at an angle and only one wheel at a time is in it! I would like to try it too!! :D Bet Gez would too!!

Sounds fun, by the time you and Gez have taken the edges off it should be OK for me :D :D

Who wants to build bridges anyway :rolleyes:

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 19:31

Sounds fun, by the time you and Gez have taken the edges off it should be OK for me :D :D

Who wants to build bridges anyway :rolleyes:

Failing that we could get the VW camper van to tow you out!!!! ;)

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 19:43

Failing that we could get the VW camper van to tow you out!!!! ;)

I got my planks (cheapskates waffles) - I'll be OK :rolleyes: :D

Speaking of the VW, Sam the van man has emailed me saying he's now got his mud tyres so might be coming back to play Saturday :D (I should be Ok for a tow then :rolleyes: )

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 19:45

Last time I tried crossing that type of forest ditch I got well and truely cross axled :( Was out with some 110s and they managed fine due to the extra length to the wheel base - sometimes 90s are a little too short...

Geobloke

12th Apr 2006, 19:47

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 20:11

Well thats what a lift is for!!! hey I got some springs.... :rolleyes:

Recall someone said they were a little soft... What sort of £££s do they go for, do you need new shocks etc, do they come with free fitting :D :D

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 21:18

Recall someone said they were a little soft... What sort of £££s do they go for, do you need new shocks etc, do they come with free fitting :D :D

Yes They will fit with your original Shocks (just get longer ones when they need replacing)and because you havnt got the Extra Weight of a winch up front the springs wont be too soft.

Id bang them on Dave.

Springs Control Height
Shocks Control Stability

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 21:23

Ooo is about waffle wide and 3/4 wheel depth! I suspect it is crossable if taken at an angle and only one wheel at a time is in it! I would like to try it too!! :D Bet Gez would too!!

You Know Me so well:D Bring it on :p

If we have time Id love to knock up a bridge too.all good experience.
If we have a chain saw it Shouldnt Take too long:rolleyes:

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 21:28

Come on Guy Give Dave a Deal he cant refuse...Mates and That !!!!

Its a good cause... Go on go on go on!!!!!:D :D :D :D Team Motors :D :D

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 22:08

Yes They will fit with your original Shocks (just get longer ones when they need replacing)and because you havnt got the Extra Weight of a winch up front the springs wont be too soft.

Not yet but hopefully I will have one day :)

Id bang them on Dave.

You would - you got a spring fitting hammer :D :D

floyd fan

12th Apr 2006, 22:09

Come on Guy Give Dave a Deal he cant refuse...Mates and That !!!!

Its a good cause... Go on go on go on!!!!!:D :D :D :D Team Motors :D :D

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DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 22:11

You Know Me so well:D Bring it on :p

If we have time Id love to knock up a bridge too.all good experience.
If we have a chain saw it Shouldnt Take too long:rolleyes:

Chainsaw joinery :eek: Should be fun :D

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 22:22

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Yes Mrs Doyle :D :D

Geo has sent me a very tempting and typically generous offer by PM which I am considering however tyres should be my priority....:rolleyes:

Land Rovers should come with a warning - there is so much to buy :eek: Does it ever end, be boring if it does :D

floyd fan

12th Apr 2006, 22:33

Land Rovers should come with a warning - there is so much to buy :eek: Does it ever end, be boring if it does :D

Couldn't agree more dave, still need - steering guard, tank guard, Rock sliders. Spent £100 today on a Halfords Pro tool kit because I know its goinna get used a lot now Ive got a lanny.

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 22:35

floyd fan

12th Apr 2006, 22:41

:LAA:

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 23:08

Couldn't agree more dave, still need - steering guard, tank guard, Rock sliders. Spent £100 today on a Halfords Pro tool kit because I know its goinna get used a lot now Ive got a lanny.

A Great mod for the disco if you can afford it is the front bumper
1. Its known for getting a hammering
2.Gives a much better approach angle
3.Looks chunky as f*%k
4.And you can put the original stuff back on when you come to sell.
Win Win..

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 23:12

No need for fancy tools just get a selection of hammers like Gez :D :D

Oh Dear Ive started something here:D :D

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 23:19

Couldn't agree more dave, still need - steering guard, tank guard, Rock sliders. Spent £100 today on a Halfords Pro tool kit because I know its goinna get used a lot now Ive got a lanny.

We All slag Halfrauds but.
Ive used halfords tools and I must say for the price they`re a good standard plus break it ,they replace it..Good enough for any diy mech work...

Enjoy them Jon:) :)

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 23:38

Oh Dear Ive started something here:D :D

Whats the difference between a mechanic and a builder??

Builder uses a bigger hammer :D :D :D

DavejDavies

12th Apr 2006, 23:39

A Great mod for the disco if you can afford it is the front bumper
1. Its known for getting a hammering
2.Gives a much better approach angle
3.Looks chunky as f*%k
4.And you can put the original stuff back on when you come to sell.
Win Win..

Jon would need to go for a winch bumper after his trip last weekend :rolleyes: :D

GezC

12th Apr 2006, 23:45

Jon would need to go for a winch bumper after his trip last weekend :rolleyes: :D

:D :D :D :D :D I Agree ..So he can add a winch at a later date....:D :D :D :D Get it spent..enjoy it while you can:D :D :D :D :D :D

floyd fan

13th Apr 2006, 07:47

Jon would need to go for a winch bumper after his trip last weekend :rolleyes: :D
Yeah I know, Paul has been selling everything I need. I really wanted that bumper he was selling but lack of funds stopped me getting it. I have however decided to sell my enduro bike to raise some cash as I now have the landy and cant see me using the bike again.

Geobloke

13th Apr 2006, 09:22

We All slag Halfrauds but.
Ive used halfords tools and I must say for the price they`re a good standard plus break it ,they replace it..Good enough for any diy mech work...

Enjoy them Jon:) :)

Halfords gear is great stuff, have some of their pro stuff and I cannot fault it one bit!

DavejDavies

13th Apr 2006, 12:33

Going to drag my lad to site Saturday - he's not keen but the fresh air and hard work will do him good :D

Think he'll enjoy having a go with the axe :rolleyes:

GezC

13th Apr 2006, 22:46

Think he'll enjoy having a go with the axe :rolleyes:

Like father like son :D :D :D :D :D

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 07:05

Like father like son :D :D :D :D :D

Yes :D :D :D :D :D

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 19:28

HELP!!

How do I find the site?? Also if anyone see me sitting at the side of the road, STOP and give me directions!!!!:)

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 20:43

HELP!!

How do I find the site?? Also if anyone see me sitting at the side of the road, STOP and give me directions!!!!:)

Paul
LOL :D :D

follow the A55 over the Britania bridge.

Take the second left off the bridge, do NOT continue along the A55

Turn right heading for Benllech and Amlwch.

Continue through Benllech. (Caution, Benllech is a camera van favourite, drive with care)

Approx 3 to 4 miles out of Benllech you will come to Brynrefail, it is a fairly small sign so keep those eyes peeled.

Turn left after the sign and BEFORE the white gift shop on your left (also known as the old post office)

follow this road for a mile or so and you will come to an even smaller sign on your left saying 'Pen Parc' take this left turn.

Follow this track and when you see the T34 (big Russian tank), you've arrived

If you are after 10 - 1030 and we aren't there take the track by the tank down into the forest

Will email you as well

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 20:47

Thanks Dave, I am planning to lave here about 8am. Should take about 1 1 1/2 hrs from here.

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 20:52

Thanks Dave, I am planning to lave here about 8am. Should take about 1 1 1/2 hrs from here.

Paul

You doing any lanes on the way there :D :D

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 20:58

No, it will be a long day anyway. By the way, looking the map, it looks like the 2nd right and not second left?

I have had the 110 for a week and its not my main car. I have done just over 500 miles up to now!!!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 21:01

No, it will be a long day anyway. By the way, looking the map, it looks like the 2nd right and not second left?

I have had the 110 for a week and its not my mail car. I have just over 500 miles up to now!!!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Paul

It is a left as its a slip road off a dual carraigeway :rolleyes: once your off the road bears right

Can't bet running it in :D :D

Hope you're not missing the RRC ride comfort :D

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 21:15

Hope you're not missing the RRC ride comfort :D

Its not quite as good a ride. But new springs with a 2 inch ride will help:) .

The seats are quite good, but these are going in time. SABB seats seem good and they are heated as well.

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 21:21

Its not quite as good a ride. But new springs with a 2 inch ride will help:) .

The seats are quite good, but these are going in time. SABB seats seem good and they are heated as well.

Paul

Geo might have some springs to sell tomorrow :rolleyes: :D

After another 500miles your get used to the Defender seats :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :D

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 21:31

MMMMMM might Grab a greasy slap up on the way:D

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 21:34

90 springs will not fit a 110 or the springs would have come off of the RRc.

I think the 1000 mile mark will be very soon. Its a round trip of about 150 miles. Plus driving aroung the site.:D

I am out again taking a local group laning so thats about 120 miles.

Paul

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 21:35

MMMMMM might Grab a greasy slap up on the way:D

I was thinking that. Where are you leaving from Gezc?

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 21:42

MMMMMM might Grab a greasy slap up on the way:D

Think there is a greasy spoon just after the A55 turn off when your on the island?

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 21:45

Im in Henllan

Maybe we could all meet up somewhere tesco or a greasy spoon on the island

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 21:48

Think there is a greasy spoon just after the A55 turn off when your on the island?

That`ll do fella...is that just after the first round about????

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 21:51

Im in Henllan

Maybe we could all meet up somewhere tesco or a greasy spoon on the island

I was thinking of coming up the A5. But can go another way. Or meet at the place Dave has said?

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 21:52

That`ll do fella...is that just after the first round about????

Think so - I am usually running late and passing too fast to notice....

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 21:52

That`ll do fella...is that just after the first round about????

Got in before me!

Can people PM me a phone number so I know where to fine you all at the cafe.

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 21:56

Got in before me!

Can people PM me a phone number so I know where to fine you all at the cafe.

Paul

I won't be joinning you for grub fellas, got a few bits to do for work first thing so will be pushing it to get there for 10AM - if Geo's there the 3 of you can talk 200TDi :rolleyes: :D

Paul Humphreys

14th Apr 2006, 22:01

I will have a look for phone numbers in the morning. I am off to bed. See you all tomorrow.

Paul

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 22:25

I will have a look for phone numbers in the morning. I am off to bed. See you all tomorrow.

Paul

PM'ed my number, Gez, Geo and Paul's to all 3 of you - I think :rolleyes:

If you're all sitting in the cafe when I pass I'll give you a hoot :D

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 22:32

Right ok If Im there early enough you will see my red 90 from the road .The cafe is on the left hand side a few hundred yds past the first roundabout you come to after leaving the A55 you cant miss it...I`ll pm my mobile number

Could be the crappest cafe in the world ..havnt tried it yet .. :)

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 22:40

Evening all. Am here am ready too I think!!! so whats all this about you lot furrying up your arteries?? ;)

So you all getting there for about 10 then?

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 22:45

Yeah sounds good to me ...Means I dont have to gun it all the way there.

Might even get an extra hour in me sac:D :D :D well it is a bank holiday:p

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 23:22

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 23:27

Evening all. Am here am ready too I think!!! so whats all this about you lot furrying up your arteries?? ;)

So you all getting there for about 10 then?

Is that cafe for 10 or site for 10??

Usually 10:30 before you lot show up anyway :D :D

I'll give the cafe a miss and get to site for as close to 10 as I can, there could be a few others turning up, Floyd Fan was keen as was Sam VW...

Sue (Mrs D) will be coming in her 90 with my lad Peter - if they get feedup they can make their way home early, no way her 90 is going in the woods with 205s :rolleyes:

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 23:34

Geo might have some springs to sell tomorrow :rolleyes: :D

After another 500miles your get used to the Defender seats :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :D

Dave I will bring them with me for you to take away and have a play with them! tell you the truth you'd be doing me a favour getting them outta the way of me lady too! no obligtion to buy neither!

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 23:40

Is that cafe for 10 or site for 10??

Usually 10:30 before you lot show up anyway :D :D

I'll give the cafe a miss and get to site for as close to 10 as I can, there could be a few others turning up, Floyd Fan was keen as was Sam VW...

Sue (Mrs D) will be coming in her 90 with my lad Peter - if they get feedup they can make their way home early, no way her 90 is going in the woods with 205s :rolleyes:

I and Sam will be down there for 10ish Dave. Good that Mrs DD and Mini DD are coming down too!

Wheres this cafe?

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 23:44

Dave I will bring them with me for you to take away and have a play with them! tell you the truth you'd be doing me a favour getting them outta the way of me lady too! no obligtion to buy neither!

Go on then :D

Got me birthday in May, if I like the look of them I might start dropping hints :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Doesn't bigger spring raise the CofG making roll overs more likley? :rolleyes:

Also read some advise not to use +2 springs for towing or carrying loads?

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 23:46

I and Sam will be down there for 10ish Dave. Good that Mrs DD and Mini DD are coming down too!

not so mini, he's taller than me :eek:

Wheres this cafe?

It will be the one with a red 90 and camo 110 parked outside and Paul and Gez inside stuffing their faces :D :D

GezC

14th Apr 2006, 23:48

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 23:48

Go on then :D

Got me birthday in May, if I like the look of them I might start dropping hints :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Doesn't bigger spring raise the CofG making roll overs more likley? :rolleyes:

Also read some advise not to use +2 springs for towing or carrying loads?

Nah load of crap RE: towing! all you need is an adjustable hitch, which you already have!!

Yes CofG is raised but with longer shocks it is actually lowered too because the axle and wheels are frr to move downwards! If you'd had a 2" lift on the steps you wouldn't have rolled!

So wheres this cafe?

DavejDavies

14th Apr 2006, 23:50

Jolly decent chap that Guy!!!!!
Think DD needs a hand fitting them too!!:D :D :D :D :D

No, if I do decided to go with them I have a full range of hammers :D

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 23:51

Jolly decent chap that Guy!!!!!
Think DD needs a hand fitting them too!!:D :D :D :D :D

Fitting is easy! If I can do it anyone can!

FYI Gez I found a way to increase articulation by 1" on the front and 1/2" on the rear yesterday! And all for £2!! :D

Geobloke

14th Apr 2006, 23:53

Jolly decent chap that Guy!!!!!
Think DD needs a hand fitting them too!!:D :D :D :D :D

Well yer know what we're all mates in this together!! a little less me me me me and a little more friendlyness! ;)

GezC

15th Apr 2006, 00:14

Go on then :D

Got me birthday in May, if I like the look of them I might start dropping hints :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Doesn't bigger spring raise the CofG making roll overs more likley? :rolleyes:

Also read some advise not to use +2 springs for towing or carrying loads?

your right it does raise the centre of gravity..(but after your roll im sure youll be extra cautious, I wasnt keen on doing the mod myself. but ive found them to be fine. i regulary tow a mini jcb on the big ivor williams and thats no problem at all .you can always take them off..

GezC

15th Apr 2006, 00:24

Fitting is easy! If I can do it anyone can!

FYI Gez I found a way to increase articulation by 1" on the front and 1/2" on the rear yesterday! And all for £2!! :D

really that sounds interesting!!!!!!!!!

Geobloke

15th Apr 2006, 00:30

really that sounds interesting!!!!!!!!!

Thought you might be!!! ;) where's this caf Gez?

GezC

15th Apr 2006, 00:30

Well yer know what we're all mates in this together!! a little less me me me me and a little more friendlyness! ;)

arr you big softy:D :D :D :D

GezC

15th Apr 2006, 00:41

Thought you might be!!! ;) where's this caf Gez?

|I think its the roundabout where you hang a left on the way home to take us to the old bridge.....

so on the way there its come off A55 ,take a right at the junction towards benllech,straight over roundabout then on the left just after some sort of cars sales place theres a small greenish cabin type thing..... im hoping thats the one .

see you in the morning gents..if not at the cafe, in the woods

Geobloke

15th Apr 2006, 08:16

|I think its the roundabout where you hang a left on the way home to take us to the old bridge.....

so on the way there its come off A55 ,take a right at the junction towards benllech,straight over roundabout then on the left just after some sort of cars sales place theres a small greenish cabin type thing..... im hoping thats the one .

see you in the morning gents..if not at the cafe, in the woods

Oh right on the 4 crosses roundabout! I know where yer mean now! Have had some good grub at the pub there before now! See you later!

Paul Humphreys

15th Apr 2006, 21:22

I was expecting to see some pics????

I got home for 9-30 and fixed the window in about 15 mins. It had jumped out the runner about half way down.

Paul

Geobloke

15th Apr 2006, 21:57

I was expecting to see some pics????

I got home for 9-30 and fixed the window in about 15 mins. It had jumped out the runner about half way down.

Paul

Good to hear it was an easy fix fella! Pics on their way! :)

Paul Humphreys

15th Apr 2006, 22:10

Would have been better if it was still light:rolleyes:

I will take a look tomorrow after my day laning. I an off to bed not to get a few hours sleep!

Paul

DavejDavies

16th Apr 2006, 13:07

Few pics of yesterday, didn't take many, too busy having fun :D

Shame about my tyre and anyone else with damage :rolleyes:

floyd fan

16th Apr 2006, 13:09

GezC

16th Apr 2006, 13:12

Hello men

Just got the mapping stuff to work just need to learn how to use it ..

listening to whish you were here ....:D cheers Jon (think my all time fav is Medal) how is everyone ??????Im Knackered...

Looks like pauls gone laneing again today...
have you had a look at the springs Dave??

Misus going mad Im meant to be in the garden putting up fence panels :)

DavejDavies

16th Apr 2006, 13:13

Didn't get home till 10 last night, when I started driving I realised I had damaged the steering. When turning left the steering stuck and had to be yanked back, so I took it easy getting home. A quick inspection last night I could see a ball joint that looked a bit squashed. Anyway besides that Ryan and I had a fun day yesterday, especially up top. Amazing where you can go with Paul as your guide :eek:.

Saw you behind us and pull in but thought that was for air or food :rolleyes:

You should have phoned, not saying I could have helped but I am sure someone mechanical like Geo or Gez could have :D Sure you could have repaired it at Geo's Villa in Bangor

Glad you both had fun anyway :D

DavejDavies

16th Apr 2006, 13:19

Im Knackered...
Snap

Looks like pauls gone laneing again today...
If he's not working he's laning :D

listening to whish you were here

Been listening to them all ...:D
have you had a look at the springs Dave??

Yea, there big and blue :rolleyes:

Been looking at tyres as well, probably go for 265/75 Machos - did look at the 285/75s but maybe a little too big :rolleyes:

floyd fan

16th Apr 2006, 13:19

Saw you behind us and pull in but thought that was for air or food :rolleyes:

You should have phoned, not saying I could have helped but I am sure someone mechanical like Geo or Gez could have :D Sure you could have repaired it at Geo's Villa in Bangor

Glad you both had fun anyway :D

I did pull in for air, at the time thats what I thought the problem may have been. I think it may be the track rod end joint, shouldnt be to tricky to change I just need to get hold of one. I havent looked at it today yet, feelin a bit full of cold so cant be bothered.

DavejDavies

16th Apr 2006, 13:26

Misus going mad Im meant to be in the garden putting up fence panels :)

You should have said, I like fencing, could have given you a hand...:D

Never volunter till it's too late :D

GezC

16th Apr 2006, 13:29

Didn't get home till 10 last night, when I started driving I realised I had damaged the steering. When turning left the steering stuck and had to be yanked back, so I took it easy getting home. A quick inspection last night I could see a ball joint that looked a bit squashed. Anyway besides that Ryan and I had a fun day yesterday, especially up top. Amazing where you can go with Paul as your guide :eek:.

ARRR Jon you should have given us a bell mate ,could have helped. the most common problem is a bent track arm(tube running between the wheels with a ball joint on either end and i think on the discos the steering damper)its easy to take off and straighten to get you home ...Ball joints from paddocks are around £6

GezC

16th Apr 2006, 13:31

You should have said, I like fencing, could have given you a hand...:D

Never volunter till it's too late :D

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D Cheers Dave:D :D :D **** got to go she starting to shout :( :( :( catch you later .........

Paul Humphreys

16th Apr 2006, 16:22

Just got back from a good days laning. Nice pics as well. Looking forward to seeing Guys ones when he posts them.

Yes if I am not working I am out laning.:D

Paul

rayvon

16th Apr 2006, 17:56

Well it looks like you had yet another good day, all your hard work is appreciated, i'm sorry i wasn't available to help today, we were too busy knackering the tank. the injector pump coupling has decided it wanted to kill itself and it doesn't look like a straightforward fix.

here (http://s39.photobucket.com/albums/e153/rayvon5/) are the pictures you requested geo, sorry they're a bit late.

Next week is open, you are free to come on which ever day suits you best as we are on site both days, for the braver drivers, you can stop over if you like, we might even kit you out and let you have crack at airsoft in the evening (before the alcohol is let loose). Food, Booze and a good laugh are the order of the evening.

Remember this, next week is chargeable. £23.50 is the damage, we've done our best to hold off for as long as possible, likewise we've done our best to keep the price as low as possible. because you're paying there is no commitment to do any graft, come down, PAY AND PLAY.

If you do decide you want to stay over and do both days the price will be £35, a saving of £12 for two days off roading.

Something i've forgotten to mention for about a month now is, Peter (the landowner) has requested that all vehicles drive off center on the main tracks to ensure even wear. this does not apply to the off road courses, just the hardcore tracks. Thanks.

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 11:25

Few pics of yesterday, didn't take many, too busy having fun :D

Shame about my tyre and anyone else with damage :rolleyes:

It was a shame about the tyre dave ..very Unlucky mate ive never seen it happen before .I felt the same Absolutly gutted when i first damaged my £1500 wheel and tyre combo .Still feel it now :( anyway life goes on :D

Got reports coming in thick and fast on msn of Sams breakages I`ll leave it to him to list them.....but hes cool about it all:p

Got some big dings in my gear box cross member quite easy to unbolt and replace (with a hammer :) ) think theyre about £30 and the steering guards had a bit of a bashing ..but thats whats its there for..

Are your new springs on yet Dave????? also think the big tyres will be **** hot Fella ...Id go for the biggest you can get on it ..for floatation and ground clearance cant beat ground clearence are you going for wheels and tyre package or just the wheels???? try sowden tyres prices hard to beat!!!!!!

Catch you all later time to get the power washer ooooowt!!!!!!!!

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 11:40

It was a shame about the tyre dave ..very Unlucky mate ive never seen it happen before .I felt the same Absolutly gutted when i first damaged my £1500 wheel and tyre combo .Still feel it now :( anyway life goes on :D

Got reports coming in thick and fast on msn of Sams breakages I`ll leave it to him to list them.....but hes cool about it all:p

Got some big dings in my gear box cross member quite easy to unbolt and replace (with a hammer :) ) think theyre about £30 and the steering guards had a bit of a bashing ..but thats whats its there for..

Are your new springs on yet Dave????? also think the big tyres will be **** hot Fella ...Id go for the biggest you can get on it ..for floatation and ground clearance cant beat ground clearence are you going for wheels and tyre package or just the wheels???? try sowden tyres prices hard to beat!!!!!!

Catch you all later time to get the power washer ooooowt!!!!!!!!

Well, been told the tyre is unrepairable so just ordered 4 new 265/75 Machos from http://www.uptotheaxles.com/ - they came in £50 cheaper than Sowden, to be fair part of the saving is I am collecting but as they are based in Corwen just a few miles from the Wayfarer it's not a trip that will be wasted :D :D :D

Should have them in for next weekend and then I can go try them. Fingers crossed as I have no spare for the week :rolleyes: Going to keep my 2 good Rangemasters as spares, will start carrying 2 when off-roading. Had to order wheels as well to take the increased width - I blame you and Geo - the floatation in the woods in the last few weeks has been impressive.

Think 265/75s fit without a lift but will take a look at the springs this afternoon - lots of questions be coming for you and Guy later :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 12:00

Well, been told the tyre is unrepairable so just ordered 4 new 265/75 Machos from http://www.uptotheaxles.com/ - they came in £50 cheaper than Sowden, to be fair part of the saving is I am collecting but as they are based in Corwen just a few miles from the Wayfarer it's not a trip that will be wasted :D :D :D

Should have them in for next weekend and then I can go try them. Fingers crossed as I have no spare for the week :rolleyes: Going to keep my 2 good Rangemasters as spares, will start carrying 2 when off-roading. Had to order wheels as well to take the increased width - I blame you and Geo - the floatation in the woods in the last few weeks has been impressive.

Think 265/75s fit without a lift but will take a look at the springs this afternoon - lots of questions be coming for you and Guy later :D

Im sure thats where Sam got his from ....cant wait to see them ..damn there going to be chunky when do you get them ????? I think its a wise idea to get the wheels !! standard rims are just a little too small. If you need a hand with anything ie spring or what ever just give me a shout....

Ive got a set of spring compressors here if you need them ..makes the jod doable...

the wheels and tyres do fit without a lift....just makes more room for them to move about....

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 12:12

quite fancy popping up there with you dave ,,when you going ????

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 12:35

cant wait to see them ..damn there going to be chunky when do you get them .
Hope so - I liked the look of them on Floyd's Disco - think he had 235 - 265's should look very nice :D They might be remoulds but there have good reviews for road use even if they are only rated to 80... Best of all at £50 a go its half the price of a Rangemaster so it will hurt less next time I hit a sharp rock :(

. If you need a hand with anything ie spring or what ever just give me a shout....

Might well take you up on that generous offer :D need to check with Geo which are front and rear - the Bearmach refs are confusing :rolleyes: Got 2No. BA2103 and 2No. BA2107 - I am sure Guy will explain :D Also with the springs I presume the bottom end is the end thats stamped and that there's no handing :rolleyes:

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 12:37

quite fancy popping up there with you dave ,,when you going ????

If you mean the Wayfarer it depends when the tyres will be in - sometime on the weekend - will let you know :D

swag298

17th Apr 2006, 12:48

Who's is that Synchro then!
I'd love one of them.

swag

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 12:48

Remember this, next week is chargeable. £23.50 is the damage, we've done our best to hold off for as long as possible, likewise we've done our best to keep the price as low as possible. because you're paying there is no commitment to do any graft, come down, PAY AND PLAY.

Mat

Don't forget to get yourself a disclaimer form before you let in the paying public - I think everyone took a little damage this last weekend, part of the fun for us but you don't want someone in a new £40k Disco 3 chasing you for the slightest ding :rolleyes: :)

Be worth updating your web site when you can, I've passed on the link to a few interested people. You might put in dates etc, take a look at what your competition do, it might give you some ideas :D

Weekenders with some paintballing and tank driving might give you an edge over other sites... really hope the potential the site has is achived :)

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 12:52

Who's is that Synchro then!
I'd love one of them.

swag

Sam the synchro man SyncroSam (http://www.landrovernet.com/forum/member.php?u=11407)- really amazing what it was doing - put the Land Rovers to shame :(

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 13:01

Hope so - I liked the look of them on Floyd's Disco - think he had 235 - 265's should look very nice :D They might be remoulds but there have good reviews for road use even if they are only rated to 80... Best of all at £50 a go its half the price of a Rangemaster so it will hurt less next time I hit a sharp rock :(

Might well take you up on that generous offer :D need to check with Geo which are front and rear - the Bearmach refs are confusing :rolleyes: Got 2No. BA2103 and 2No. BA2107 - I am sure Guy will explain :D Also with the springs I presume the bottom end is the end thats stamped and that there's no handing :rolleyes:

I meant going to the shop /corwen but im always up for a jolly

the springs are sided ...the drivers side are meant to be a bit beafer/longer to compensate for the transmissions weight being slightly off centre

if my memory serves me well the rears are slightly wider than the fronts and the driverssides are slightly taller. It will all make sence when you remove the old ones ..give me a shout when youre doing it....

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 13:27

I meant going to the shop /corwen but im always up for a jolly

the springs are sided ...the drivers side are meant to be a bit beafer/longer to compensate for the transmissions weight being slightly off centre

if my memory serves me well the rears are slightly wider than the fronts and the driverssides are slightly taller. It will all make sence when you remove the old ones ..give me a shout when youre doing it....

Will let you know when I go to the shop - be weekend sometime - going through a few old posts about springs etc and Geo claims they aren't handed? The ones I have certainly seem to be the same - think it depends on the makes as I am told SR are bigger driver's side - still tryingh to work out front and back :rolleyes: Both springs are rated as rears in the guide I have :rolleyes:

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 13:45

Well, been told the tyre is unrepairable so just ordered 4 new 265/75 Machos from http://www.uptotheaxles.com/ - they came in £50 cheaper than Sowden, to be fair part of the saving is I am collecting but as they are based in Corwen just a few miles from the Wayfarer it's not a trip that will be wasted :D :D :D

Should have them in for next weekend and then I can go try them. Fingers crossed as I have no spare for the week :rolleyes: Going to keep my 2 good Rangemasters as spares, will start carrying 2 when off-roading. Had to order wheels as well to take the increased width - I blame you and Geo - the floatation in the woods in the last few weeks has been impressive.

Think 265/75s fit without a lift but will take a look at the springs this afternoon - lots of questions be coming for you and Guy later :D

Yeah sure blame us we don't mind!!! :D Those 265/75/16 machos are going to be seriously chunky fella, you'll notice the difference offroad straight away! For a start you won't be clanking your diffs and tank all the time!!!
They will be fine on std springs too but like Gez says you won't have great articulation, thats where +2" springs and shocks come in! But be warned once you start down the suspension lift road it is hard to turn back and it can get quite expensive too!

As for which springs go where, the heavier ones are the back springs. You'll know which are heavier it is very noticable! The springs are NOT sided. Only scorpys are sided, bearmach and britpart are not! Don't really need to be neither!

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 14:50

Yeah sure blame us we don't mind!!! :D Those 265/75/16 machos are going to be seriously chunky fella, you'll notice the difference offroad straight away! For a start you won't be clanking your diffs and tank all the time!!!
They will be fine on std springs too but like Gez says you won't have great articulation, thats where +2" springs and shocks come in! But be warned once you start down the suspension lift road it is hard to turn back and it can get quite expensive too!

As for which springs go where, the heavier ones are the back springs. You'll know which are heavier it is very noticable! The springs are NOT sided. Only scorpys are sided, bearmach and britpart are not! Don't really need to be neither!

My Iron Man springs are sided ,And the Originals are sided too, If you look at the factory manual they explain and have colour codes for which one is which. with your motor being quite new you should be able to still see the paint blobs on them...

Guy do you have the LR parts manual?????

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 14:56

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 15:32

My Iron Man springs are sided ,And the Originals are sided too, If you look at the factory manual they explain and have colour codes for which one is which. with your motor being quite new you should be able to still see the paint blobs on them...

Guy do you have the LR parts manual?????

Been out oiling everything that lloks like it might need to come off - noticed a yellow blob on the front nearside - don't know if it means anything?

With the truck lifted in each corner the back brake lines seem fine however the front look like they might be tight - uncompressed the 'new' springs are 80mm longer than the current at max dangle - admittedly the shocks might be hold a little bit of the spring in compression :rolleyes:

Do wonder if springs alone will be much benifit wthout + 2 shocks and brake pipe extensions?

Going to weigh the springs see which is the heaviest :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 15:49

Been out oiling everything that lloks like it might need to come off - noticed a yellow blob on the front nearside - don't know if it means anything?

With the truck lifted in each corner the back brake lines seem fine however the front look like they might be tight - uncompressed the 'new' springs are 80mm longer than the current at max dangle - admittedly the shocks might be hold a little bit of the spring in compression :rolleyes:

Do wonder if springs alone will be much benifit wthout + 2 shocks and brake pipe extensions?

Going to weigh the springs see which is the heaviest :D

If you have the pennies fella then I can highly reccomend buying 2" shocks and brake lines too, will make your truck far more capable! If you'd had a 2" lift, shocks and brake cables when you did the pen steps you wouldn't have rolled! Think about that!!!

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 16:02

If you have the pennies fella then I can highly reccomend buying 2" shocks and brake lines too, will make your truck far more capable! If you'd had a 2" lift, shocks and brake cables when you did the pen steps you wouldn't have rolled! Think about that!!!

Just shelling out on new set of tyres and wheels and still waiting for the bill for my new fuel pump (slowest invoicing garage ever but I am not complaining) so finances aren't good at the moment :(

If I went to the trouble of trying your springs I'd be half way to fitting new shocks etc as well - might be worth leaving it until I have saved enough pennies for the lot, seem to be lots of deals on the whole package but what to go for? Difficult to know what's best :rolleyes:

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 16:05

Just shelling out on new set of tyres and wheels and still waiting for the bill for my new fuel pump (slowest invoicing garage ever but I am not complaining) so finances aren't good at the moment :(

If I went to the trouble of trying your springs I'd be half way to fitting new shocks etc as well - might be worth leaving it until I have saved enough pennies for the lot, seem to be lots of deals on the whole package but what to go for? Difficult to know what's best :rolleyes:

If you want a good deal you can't beat the ones MM4x4 do on spring lifts!

Keep them springs as long as you need to decide! no rush!

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 16:09

If you want a good deal you can't beat the ones MM4x4 do on spring lifts!

Keep them springs as long as you need to decide! no rush!

OK but let me know if you want them back - plenty of room in may double garage :D

You'll have to recommend some shocks then we might still be able to do a deal with the springs :)

Don't think a +2 lift would have helped on the steps, I blame drive error :rolleyes:

Can't wait for the Machos :D :D :D

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 16:20

OK but let me know if you want them back - plenty of room in may double garage :D

You'll have to recommend some shocks then we might still be able to do a deal with the springs :)

Don't think a +2 lift would have helped on the steps, I blame drive error :rolleyes:

Can't wait for the Machos :D :D :D

Shocks = Pro Comp
Extended Break pipes = www.llama4x4.co.uk (http://www.llama4x4.co.uk)

If you put the longer springs on with the old shocks, the shocks will limit the travel.

Old Man Emu springs are handed as well. Taller ones on the drivers side and the longer of the pair on the back.

Paul

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 16:56

Shocks = Pro Comp
Extended Break pipes = www.llama4x4.co.uk (http://www.llama4x4.co.uk)

If you put the longer springs on with the old shocks, the shocks will limit the travel.

Old Man Emu springs are handed as well. Taller ones on the drivers side and the longer of the pair on the back.

Paul

Lots of good advice...its great when everyones got a different opinion :D

Shocks limiting travel make sense so is there any advanatage fitting taller springs without taller shocks :rolleyes: Would it just kill the old shocks quickly?

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 17:00

But be warned once you start down the suspension lift road it is hard to turn back and it can get quite expensive too!

Looking that way :rolleyes: :D :D

As for which springs go where, the heavier ones are the back springs. You'll know which are heavier it is very noticable!

BA2107 springs are slightly lighter than the BA2103's but there is very little in it, only a couple of pounds :rolleyes:

From the Bearmach spring guide PDF you posted recently the two types aren't shown as a typical combination. Can you remember which way around they were on Eva?

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 17:15

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:37

OK but let me know if you want them back - plenty of room in may double garage :D

You'll have to recommend some shocks then we might still be able to do a deal with the springs :)

Don't think a +2 lift would have helped on the steps, I blame drive error :rolleyes:

Can't wait for the Machos :D :D :D

Well actually a lift would have helped alot because what you actually get is more droop, so your wheels stay in contact with the ground. If you'd had more droop (axle and heavy wheels closer to the ground) your centre of gravity would have been alot lower and you probably wouldn't have gone over!

Shocks - Procomps, love mine and they seem to be alot meatier than some of the other 2" shocks (monroes in particular).
Brake pipes - Richard @ mill services i'd say

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:40

Lots of good advice...its great when everyones got a different opinion :D

Shocks limiting travel make sense so is there any advanatage fitting taller springs without taller shocks :rolleyes: Would it just kill the old shocks quickly?

Yes you'll have more room under the arches to fit bigger tyres, but your downwards articulation will be limited by the shock!

Whilst you have the standard shocks your brake lines will be fine, only if and when you change the shocks will you have to change the brake lines!

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:42

Looking that way :rolleyes: :D :D

BA2107 springs are slightly lighter than the BA2103's but there is very little in it, only a couple of pounds :rolleyes:

From the Bearmach spring guide PDF you posted recently the two types aren't shown as a typical combination. Can you remember which way around they were on Eva?

Heavy on the back light on the front. you should be able to tell which is heavier by just pickign up the boxes! The truth is that they both fit front and back and if you don't like them one way around then try them the other way!!

I can't remember which numbers were the rears and which were the fronts if you hadn't guessed! Soz! :rolleyes:

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 17:42

With the longer springs you will get the life and more room for bigger tyres. But no more travel. You can add the longer shocks later after the break pipes. DO NOT fit longer shocks without doing the break pipes as you will pull the old ones off!! Another note, you might need spring relocaters, but if you put jubilee clips at the top it will stop the spring dislocating in the first place.

Paul

Cheers Paul, good advice, Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks don't look too expensive from MM4x4. Providing I don't break anything else for the next few months I might be able to get some and take Guy's springs off his hands...

Don't think the diameter of the new 265/75 tyres is any greater than 7.50R16, just a little wider - you'll have to plan some routes for me that don't require turning corners :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:43

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 17:45

Heavy on the back light on the front. you should be able to tell which is heavier by just pickign up the boxes! The truth is that they both fit front and back and if you don't like them one way around then try them the other way!!

I can't remember which numbers were the rears and which were the fronts if you hadn't guessed! Soz! :rolleyes:

LOL I like it try them both ways :D With my little 90 most of the weight is up front with me and the engine :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:45

Cheers Paul, good advice, Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks don't look too expensive from MM4x4. Providing I don't break anything else for the next few months I might be able to get some and take Guy's springs off his hands...

Don't think the diameter of the new 265/75 tyres is any greater than 7.50R16, just a little wider - you'll have to plan some routes for me that don't require turning corners :D

Get some modulars or 8 spokes and you won't have to worry about steering stops. Eva's are turned all the way in and there is still plenty of room between the tyre and chassis!

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 17:46

LOL I like it try them both ways :D With my little 90 most of the weight is up front with me and the engine :D

Yup I know, which is why I don't think you'll have the too soft problem I did with the rears! ;)

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 17:48

As the man says! I used exhaust clamps for a while on eva's rear springs until I could afford relocators! Paddocks do some for a very reasonable price!

Yea, both good ideas, doesn't look like the relocators do much structurally - might be able to do something out of timber :D :D :D

Joke before anyone gets worried, however come to think of it :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :D

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 17:50

Get some modulars or 8 spokes and you won't have to worry about steering stops. Eva's are turned all the way in and there is still plenty of room between the tyre and chassis!

8 Spokes ordered with the tryes, didn't fancy 265's on the standard 5.5 rims :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 17:55

8 Spokes ordered with the tryes, didn't fancy 265's on the standard 5.5 rims :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

With the bigger off-set of the 8 spokes, you will not have a problem with the turning circle. I will plan a route if you like, let me know some dates?

Paul

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 18:06

With the bigger off-set of the 8 spokes, you will not have a problem with the turning circle. I will plan a route if you like, let me know some dates?

Paul

Cheers Paul

Picking up the tyres/wheels from Corwen this weekend so I might give them a try on some of the gently surrounding lanes I already know whilst I am in the area :D Wifey says I can't do the steps till they're repair as we can't afford any more damage :rolleyes: :D

Got the PDA to talk to MM and the GPS today so there be no stopping me :eek:

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:04

Got the PDA to talk to MM and the GPS today so there be no stopping me :eek:

Nice one fella youll have to teach me :)

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:19

Cheers Paul

Picking up the tyres/wheels from Corwen this weekend so I might give them a try on some of the gently surrounding lanes I already know whilst I am in the area :D Wifey says I can't do the steps till they're repair as we can't afford any more damage :rolleyes: :D

The steps is a nice lane Dave honestly youll be fine..somebody has already made a ramp out of cement,which i think has taken the fun out of it but there you go its probably better for the farmer at the top

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 20:25

The steps is a nice lane Dave honestly youll be fine..somebody has already made a ramp out of cement,which i think has taken the fun out of it but there you go its probably better for the farmer at the top

Hi Gez,

you and Dave are on about different places, the ones Dave is on about is where he put his 90 on its side.

As for the pda talking to MM, unless its usb 2, get a card reader to move the maps over. Or it takes for ever to get a map on the memory card.

If you come down this laning I will show you where the other steps are.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:25

Cheers Paul, good advice, Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks don't look too expensive from MM4x4. :D

Nice choice Dave ,Good shocks them

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:35

[quote=Paul Humphreys]Hi Gez,

you and Dave are on about different places, the ones Dave is on about is where he put his 90 on its side.

As for the pda talking to MM, unless its usb 2, get a card reader to move the maps over. Or it takes for ever to get a map on the memory card.

If you come down this laning I will show you where the other steps are.

Paul[/quote) :D :D :D :D ARRR I did wonder .:D :D :D :D Thats right im thinking of allti baddi.Have to admit Im crap with Lane Names.:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

DId you have a good day Sunday Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:37

Hi Gez,

If you come down this laning I will show you where the other steps are.

Paul

When are you going ????

Cheers Paul By the way for the offer

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 20:42

As for the pda talking to MM, unless its usb 2, get a card reader to move the maps over. Or it takes for ever to get a map on the memory card.

Very, very true - card reader is best :D

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 20:46

you and Dave are on about different places, the ones Dave is on about is where he put his 90 on its side.

SJ17508 30339 ish - there'll be a few rocks there covered in blue paint :rolleyes: :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:48

Very, very true - card reader is best :D

need a pda now ::D :D

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 20:50

need a pda now ::D :D

You got a GPS reciever already or planning on a combined PDA/GPS? There's some good deals out there...

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 20:52

need a pda now ::D :D

Look on ebay, this one (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Medion-MDPNA100-Sat-Nav-Pocket-PC_W0QQitemZ9713249260QQcategoryZ75327QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem) is the same as mine, just swap the cards and it will run TomTom.

As for the laning, give me a few dates and I can work out a route. As Dave still needs to do Poo city!!

Paul

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 20:57

As for the laning, give me a few dates and I can work out a route. As Dave still needs to do Poo city!!

Gez, you haven't lived till you've been out laning with Paul :rolleyes: :D

I've got to get to Poo city, I am sure you'd enjoy it too :D :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 20:58

SJ17508 30339 ish - there'll be a few rocks there covered in blue paint :rolleyes: :D

Well Done Dave :D :D Just cant beleive that Mrs D was along for the ride..respect!

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:05

Well Done Dave :D :D Just cant beleive that Mrs D was along for the ride..respect!

I did suggest she got out and took a photo as I thought it might look good, she decided not to :(

Been there once since - amazing how it all comes back to you :eek: :eek:

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:07

Gez, you haven't lived till you've been out laning with Paul :rolleyes: :D

I've got to get to Poo city, I am sure you'd enjoy it too :D :D

Im Sure your right. Top Bloke ,and I always Buzz to find new lanes...SOLD to the Man in the red 90:D

POO city now thats one i havnt heard of !

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:07

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:17

Yes took Dave down there since then. I think we will go up it next time, for a change.

I will start to plan out a route later this week. Ending up through the car wash, depending on the water level.:rolleyes: Got another river crossing to do as well.:eek:

Paul

Going up sounds fun - and a little safer as there's more ballast on the drivers side in my truck :D

Second river crossing won't be the Simply 4x4 one would it?

Might have to sort out a diy snorkal :rolleyes: got an idea for something quick and cheap :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:19

I did suggest she got out and took a photo as I thought it might look good, she decided not to :(

Been there once since - amazing how it all comes back to you :eek: :eek:

I bet It Does .

Thats the way fella Get back on that horse.

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:23

Going up sounds fun - and a little safer as there's more ballast on the drivers side in my truck :D

Second river crossing won't be the Simply 4x4 one would it?

Might have to sort out a diy snorkal :rolleyes: got an idea for something quick and cheap :D

No, this one was not possible untill a few weeks ago, Powys CC have changed the gate so you can now drive it.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:24

Look on ebay, this one (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Medion-MDPNA100-Sat-Nav-Pocket-PC_W0QQitemZ9713249260QQcategoryZ75327QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem) is the same as mine, just swap the cards and it will run TomTom.

As for the laning, give me a few dates and I can work out a route. As Dave still needs to do Poo city!!

Paul

Cheers for the Link Paul looks good Ill have to stick to the lappy for now .I need some tyres first..
Can you put tomtom on a laptop???

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:25

No, this one was not possible untill a few weeks ago, Powys CC have changed the gate so you can now drive it.

Paul

That rings a bell - just under Vyrnwy?

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:27

Thats the one.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:27

No, this one was not possible untill a few weeks ago, Powys CC have changed the gate so you can now drive it.

Paul

sounds good to me!

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:28

Cheers for the Link Paul looks good Ill have to stick to the lappy for now .I need some tyres first..
Can you put tomtom on a laptop???

Easy, get a GPS mouse and it will do PDA or laptop - mine cost £39 with delivery - not bad

Go for Machos for your tyres - they do a 285/75R16 :D :D Nice and cheap if you damage it :rolleyes:

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:28

Cheers for the Link Paul looks good Ill have to stick to the lappy for now .I need some tyres first..
Can you put tomtom on a laptop???

Not as far as I know. There is one a2b that will work on a laptop but I can not remember the name.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:29

That rings a bell - just under Vyrnwy?
Lake Vyrnwy?

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:30

Not as far as I know. There is one a2b that will work on a laptop but I can not remember the name.

Paul
Shame that i quite like tomtom

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:30

Go for Machos for your tyres - they do a 285/75R16 :D :D Nice and cheap if you damage it :rolleyes:

I think something like that for the 110 when I get rid of the Grizzlys. I will have to work out the over all hight.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:33

Easy, get a GPS mouse and it will do PDA or laptop - mine cost £39 with delivery - not bad

Go for Machos for your tyres - they do a 285/75R16 :D :D Nice and cheap if you damage it :rolleyes:

Ive got a basic garmin gps and laptop and cable just need a series to usb connector fingers crossed im up and running

What size is that in inches ??? 33??

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:34

I think something like that for the 110 when I get rid of the Grizzlys. I will have to work out the over all hight.

Paul

32.83 inches or 834mm - if you can beleive web calculators :rolleyes:

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:35

Not as far as I know. There is one a2b that will work on a laptop but I can not remember the name.

Paul

That reminds me ive got an old 02 autoroute sureit has gps facility

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:37

Ive got a basic garmin gps and laptop and cable just need a series to usb connector fingers crossed im up and running

What size is that in inches ??? 33??

Paul's right about TomTom - I thought you said Mem Map

do you mean serial (9 pin ?) or PS2 to USB - sure you can get either

Got a PS2 to USB for my GPS a few weeks ago for under a fiver

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:39

That reminds me ive got an old 02 autoroute sureit has gps facility
Yea, I got same version open on the other box at the moment - has GPS options :D

Don't know if you get the voice commands and speed cam locations though :(

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:41

32.83 inches or 834mm - if you can beleive web calculators :rolleyes:

285/75/16 i make that 35.38 is that right??? how much were they Dave?

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:41

That reminds me ive got an old 02 autoroute sureit has gps facility

Yes AutoRouts dose work with GPS, but not sure about the 2002 one. I am not sure if it will work a2b like TomTom. The converter you need can be found on Ebay.

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:42

Yea, I got same version open on the other box at the moment - has GPS options :D

Don't know if you get the voice commands and speed cam locations though :(

doubt it knowing my luck :D

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:44

Seial to USB (http://www.misco.co.uk/SSinfo/~45979~/Videk+USB+to+9D+Serial+Adaptor.htm) - not cheap for what it is but gives you the idea

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 21:46

285/75/16 i make that 35.38 is that right??? how much were they Dave?

http://www.uptotheaxles.com/greenway_tyres.htm

£68 each - they were doing me free fitting and collection from Corwen is easy :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:52

Yes AutoRouts dose work with GPS, but not sure about the 2002 one. I am not sure if it will work a2b like TomTom. The converter you need can be found on Ebay.

Paul

Yeah probably but cant wait that long I`ll have to get one in the morning:)

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 21:53

Whats the max speed for a 90 in the owenrs manul? As the Machos are only rated to Q for the 285x75x16.

MarkingCharactisticsSpeed Symbol
"N"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 140 Km/h (88 Mph)Speed Symbol

"P"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 150 Km/h (94 Mph)Speed Symbol

"Q"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 160 Km/h (100 Mph)Speed Symbol

"R"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 170 Km/h (106 Mph)Speed Symbol

"S"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 180 Km/h (113 Mph)Speed Symbol

"T"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 190 Km/h (119 Mph)Speed Symbol

"U"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 200 Km/h (125 Mph)Speed Symbol

"H"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 210 Km/h (130 Mph)Speed Symbol

"V"For vehicles with a speed capability not exceeding 240 Km/h (e.g. 225.55 R 15 91V)Speed Symbol

"W"For vehicles having speed capability not exceeding 270 Km/h (e.g. 225.60 R 15 96W)Speed Symbol

"Y"For vehicles having speed capability not exceeding 300 Km/h (e.g. 275.40 R 18 94Y)Speed Category

"VR"For vehicles having speed capability over 210 Km/h (e.g. 195.50 VR 15)Speed Category

"ZR"For vehicles with a speed capability over 240 Km/h (e.g. 205.40 ZR 17)ZR+ Speed Symbol

"W"Tyres marked with both designations for vehicles with speed capability over 240 Km/h but not exceeding 270 Km/hZR+ Speed Symbol

"Y"Tyres marked with both designations for vehicles with speed capability over 240 Km/h but not exceeding 300 Km/h

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:54

Seial to USB (http://www.misco.co.uk/SSinfo/~45979~/Videk+USB+to+9D+Serial+Adaptor.htm) - not cheap for what it is but gives you the idea

£15 blinking eck!! I`ll make one :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 21:58

Whats the max speed for a 90 in the owenrs manul?

Paul
:D Think its 78mph well it is for 200tdi

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:13

Right ok boys and girls I have pictures and there are ALOT of them! :rolleyes:

We'll start off with the downer of the day... :(

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 22:17

Right ok boys and girls I have pictures and there are ALOT of them! :rolleyes:

We'll start off with the downer of the day... :(

It was just the reason he needed to get some new ones!!:D

Paul

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:18

And now comes the rest... :) :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:19

It was just the reason he needed to get some new ones!!:D

Paul

Lol yeah! Paul our plan worked like a charm mate :D well done on the route!!! ;)

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:19

:D Think its 78mph well it is for 200tdi

Funny, thought one passed me doing around 85 last week :rolleyes: must have been KPH :D

The 265/75 Machos are only rated at 80 MPH but as this is over the national speed limit I guess it doesn't matter regardless of a vehicles theorical top speed - looked everywhere for Land Rover speed figures, nothing offical which is off, best I could find was

TD5 110
0-62mph 15.1 sec
Max Speed 85 mph

TD5 90
0-60mph 15.4 sec
Max Speed 88 mph

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:21

Right ok boys and girls I have pictures and there are ALOT of them! :rolleyes:

We'll start off with the downer of the day... :(

****ed myself when you attacked it with the sledge..Our mad axe man does hammers too:D :D Nice hammer by the way :p :p

Good photos too

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:21

Lol yeah! Paul our plan worked like a charm mate :D well done on the route!!! ;)

Don't, the wife might read this and think it was planned :rolleyes: :D :D

Great pics Geo :D :D

Worth the wait:)

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:23

Some more...

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:23

****ed myself when you attacked it with the sledge..Our mad axe man does hammers too:D :D Nice hammer by the way :p :p

Good photos too

LOL

Never know when you might need an 18lb sledge - good mechanics tool - don't tell Gut I might use it to test fit his springs - who needs spring compressors anyway :rolleyes: :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:27

Don't, the wife might read this and think it was planned :rolleyes: :D :D

Great pics Geo :D :D

Worth the wait:)

No where near done yet fella, check these out...

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:28

Funny, thought one passed me doing around 85 last week :rolleyes: must have been KPH :D

The 265/75 Machos are only rated at 80 MPH but as this is over the national speed limit I guess it doesn't matter regardless of a vehicles theorical top speed - looked everywhere for Land Rover speed figures, nothing offical which is off, best I could find was

TD5 110
0-62mph 15.1 sec
Max Speed 85 mph

TD5 90
0-60mph 15.4 sec
Max Speed 88 mph

Im sure it would take a brave man to them anywhere close to 80mph theyll be fine just dont enter any Grand Prixs :D :D :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:28

LOL

Never know when you might need an 18lb sledge - good mechanics tool - don't tell Gut I might use it to test fit his springs - who needs spring compressors anyway :rolleyes: :D

Just promise you'll take a pic of the bump on yer head when you do hit them with a hammer!!! :D ;)

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:30

LOL

Never know when you might need an 18lb sledge - good mechanics tool - don't tell Gut I might use it to test fit his springs - who needs spring compressors anyway :rolleyes: :D

LOL :D :D :D :D :D :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 22:31

Funny, thought one passed me doing around 85 last week :rolleyes: must have been KPH :D

The 265/75 Machos are only rated at 80 MPH but as this is over the national speed limit I guess it doesn't matter regardless of a vehicles theorical top speed - looked everywhere for Land Rover speed figures, nothing offical which is off, best I could find was

TD5 110
0-62mph 15.1 sec
Max Speed 85 mph

TD5 90
0-60mph 15.4 sec
Max Speed 88 mph

NO, the tyres need to be higher than the makers MPH for the car or the insurance can null and voide if you have a bump!!

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:31

Just promise you'll take a pic of the bump on yer head when you do hit them with a hammer!!! :D ;)

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:32

On and on and...

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:32

Im sure it would take a brave man to them anywhere close to 80mph theyll be fine just dont enter any Grand Prixs :D :D :D

I am happy with 80, go over that an plod could do you for speeding and dangerous tyres but stick to 70 and I'll be fine on both counts :) Same with the insurance, crash doing over 80 and they would walk away from any claim. Lets face it Landys aren't built for speed so I am happy with the machos

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:35

Just promise you'll take a pic of the bump on yer head when you do hit them with a hammer!!! :D ;)

LOL

Yea, good point :banging:

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:35

NO, the tyres need to be higher than the makers MPH for the car or the insurance can null and voide if you have a bump!!

Paul

Good point Paul.... better tell Jon hes got them on a disco

sure the atacamas have a higher speed rating and are a cracking tyre

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:37

...ariston!!! :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 22:39

And the last of them!! :rolleyes: :rolleyes: Am a bit shutter happy me!!! :D

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 22:40

got some good pics there Guy

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 22:40

Good point Paul.... better tell Jon hes got them on a disco

sure the atacamas have a higher speed rating and are a cracking tyre

Grizzlys I think are Q rated so 99mph, not that they would make it that high!! But mine started off as a TD so its a lower speed anyway.

Paul

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 22:44

Nice pics Guy, any chance you can email me a copy?

Paul

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 22:46

NO, the tyres need to be higher than the makers MPH for the car or the insurance can null and voide if you have a bump!!

Paul

As I understand it, legally the tyres are OK, insurance depends on who you are with. Clearly if something happens and you are exceeding the speed rating for your tyres they will walk away however I think if you are breaking any law (natonal speed limit) your insurance is also imediatly void...

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 22:54

As I understand it, legally the tyres are OK, insurance depends on who you are with. Clearly if something happens and you are exceeding the speed rating for your tyres they will walk away however I think if you are breaking any law (natonal speed limit) your insurance is also imediatly void...

Thats true, but what if you have a bump at 30 mph in a 30 zone and they decide you should have not been on the road as your tyres are not road legal on your car???

Paul

GezC

17th Apr 2006, 23:05

Thats true, but what if you have a bump at 30 mph in a 30 zone and they decide you should have not been on the road as your tyres are not road legal on your car???

Paul
Make sense to me ..insurance comps will go to any lenght to bail out... while we are on this topic have you told them its modded??? another reason for them to leave you in the lurch...:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 23:09

Thats true, but what if you have a bump at 30 mph in a 30 zone and they decide you should have not been on the road as your tyres are not road legal on your car???

Paul

Will check with the insurance but tyres are legal up to 80 so a bump at 30 is within their operating limits... If you start looking at mud tyres with a 20% road 80% off road rating there's just as much chance they will try to agure you're at fault :rolleyes:

DavejDavies

17th Apr 2006, 23:10

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 23:11

Make sense to me ..insurance comps will go to any lenght to bail out... while we are on this topic have you told them its modded??? another reason for them to leave you in the lurch...:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

I have, had to as its an auto:) and its had the tdi fitted. All mods are ok as long as I tell them. But when it gets bobtalies thats another story. As its chassis work. I told them its got a 2 inch lift now, saves telling them later:D .

Paul

Geobloke

17th Apr 2006, 23:13

If anyone wants a particular picture just point it out to me and I will email it to you. If you want all of them pm me your address and I will send a cd

Paul Humphreys

17th Apr 2006, 23:15

Will check with the insurance but tyres are legal up to 80 so a bump at 30 is within their operating limits... If you start looking at mud tyres with a 20% road 80% off road rating there's just as much chance they will try to agure you're at fault :rolleyes:

BFGs like on Guys are rated to something like 120 mph even they are somethink like 75/25 off tarmac/on tarmac.
Worth checking before you pay for them.

Let us know what they say.

Paul