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Ralfie

85County wrote:6 point bolts are common as are 12 point, every disco i have had has 12 point, i suspect the 12 point with flange is a bit better than a 6 point with a washer.

12 point bolts are standard on the Discovery and Defenders from around 1993 from memory.

Ralfie

Caster corrected swivels are available from Britpart. http://www.britpart.com/parts/suspension-and-axle/axle/castor-corrected-swivel-housings/da3203/ Supposedly original OM supplier but machined to give caster correction. Kit contents include Swivel housings; swivel pin bearings; gaskets; seals; pl...

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Caster corrected swivels are available from Britpart. http://www.britpart.com/parts/suspension-and-axle/axle/castor-corrected-swivel-housings/da3203/ Supposedly original OM supplier but machined to give caster correction. Kit contents include Swivel housings; swivel pin bearings; gaskets; seals; pla...

Ralfie

200tdi is considered a good and often sort after engine. Anything you buy will probably need suspension and tyres, especially if you intend to go off road.

Ralfie

BadCo wrote:
mike wrote:there is a cheap place in auckland owned by an indian family. half or 1/4 of the price of the other shops. I'll find out the name tomorrow.

That will be good thanks. I imagine the quality is questionable?

Yep .......... I would reckon so!!

Ralfie

The NZ1000 actually used Leslie Road as part of their race track over this past weekend. Approx. 11 Kms from Scorpion Road (Putaruru end) through to Galaxy Road.

Ralfie

Mechanic go and see Central Motoring 30 Pollen Street in Grey Lynn. 09 360 7292
Very knowledgeable on Jeeps.

Ralfie

This seems to have been introduced quietly.

Anybody know the real reason behind this? Initially it seemed to be Karioitahi Beach then suddenly Muriwai is included as well.

How easy are the permits to come by?
I see they are free at moment but for how long?

Ralfie

yeah it was a p38 i seen a 6 pot bmw diesel in... you last two guys one says the td5 was in house the other says its bmw??? dont make me go google this shit You would be better off Googling rather than having conflicting comments from here. Only BMW diesel engines used were the 6 cylinder engines i...

Ralfie

Good point, it is a Malaysian event but is not the International RFC. The RFC has vehicle classes with separate classes for those with PTO and those with Electric winches. I could be wrong but I think the RFC outlawed the "god" winch. But none of this actually answers the question; Why doe...

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It was 10-12 years ago for the Denny's comps when Aussies came over and competed. Back then they were abusing the electric motors putting 24v into 12v motors. These days electric motors are so much more efficient, faster and the development of the twin motor winches has come a long way. The Bow 3 mo...

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PTO is a far better winch than an electric. Simple, reliable much stronger. Like anything they require a little love now & again. Why then do all the winch comp vehicles in Aussie use electric? Same goes for a lot of the European type events, they all seem to have electric winches like the Gigg...

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PTO is a far better winch than an electric. Simple, reliable much stronger. Like anything they require a little love now & again. Why then do all the winch comp vehicles in Aussie use electric? Same goes for a lot of the European type events, they all seem to have electric winches like the Gigg...

Ralfie

most important thing to do is to remove the rust that is there mate, what is a little spot today is a big hole tomorrow :D putting $100+ a litre por15 over the top of paint is a waste of money por15 has to adhere directly to metal and you have to apply all their rust converter prep before hand :D P...

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awesome guys keep it coming... Two questions... how thirsty is the 4L V8? ...the above disco has 18" rims, off rd tyres would be worth as much as the truck Id think? so can you keep the same over all wheel diameter by getting smaller rims but larger tyres? Yes, V8 so can be thirsty especially ...

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You don't need the number plate for a WoF. But you will get pulled up by Police without one.
It is easy and cheap enough to just get replacement plates.

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Seems that lots of South Island trips are planned for Christmas and New Year. Here's another one which finishes as Bill's trip starts ...... South Island Self Drive Tag along; Led Self-drive/catered/ accommodated expedition leaving Auckland 26 Dec, returning 15 Jan covering mainly off road tracks in...

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Cameron wrote:anyone know anything about this mobile?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-ca ... 540629.htm

What do you want to know?
It is currently under offer and potentially sold.

Ralfie

Bijesis beat ya hes not running std rova diffs ah :lol: I will take that bet ............... They have upgraded internals; Pretty well sums it up. Counteracts the chances of winning your beat tho :oops: And you don't upgrade your Toyota internals? Why then does everyone talk of fitting Trail Gear a...

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Crash bandicoot wrote:28mm makes them non warrantable

No, it doesn't.

They are wheel adapters, not 'spacers' so can be certified.
Been there done that with 30mm.

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Bijesis beat ya hes not running std rova diffs ah :lol: I will take that bet ............... They are Land Rover but have been upgraded internals; Vehicle specs include ashcroft axles and 4.11 ring & pinion, diff pegging, eaton lockers no-spin/arb, , 37/13/16 super swamper bogger, 10/16'' rims ...

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Is that because they aren't sure what a kito clip is and how it all works? :lol: Na just teasing mate, all good will try put together a team with winches. Interesting that the "kito clip" and wire is not allowed on a teams event when the teams events that were run for years in south Waika...

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Half the problem is tyre width. Too wide and it becomes a problem unless you opt for wide wheel arch flares and a guard trim. with 50mm lift and a little trim at back of rear wheel arch (which looks like has been done you will get 32-inch tyres. either 235x85x16 or 265x75x16. and because of the cle...

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Pics attached showing 31x10.5 x15 on the old tart, has 50mm lift and a bit more clearance created. For the guys that have gone through this before, what diameter could this go up to and still clear okay (allowing for 11.5" or 12.5" or whatever aspect)?, especially the back wheel when righ...

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If I had half a brain it'd be lonely and even I can work out what that says, ever had the thought maybe some people just aren't good at typing? :? To the original poster, what is causing the problem? e.g. are the rims you are trying hitting the brake caliper? Also what are the specs on them offset ...

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KZJ78 manual with methanol injection and electronic fuel cut bypass. Previously, I could cruise up the same hill at 100kmph on 5th gear, EGT peaks at around 700 but I'm already on top of the hill. Foot isn't flat on the accelerator. Recently on the same hill at 5th gear, truck could barely go beyon...

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Not all oils are the same. Did you put in the correct type, rating and velocity oil that is recommended for the gearbox? When you drained the oil was there a lot of filings on the magnetic bung? Should be some but more than expected or 'larger' bits. I would get the correct and a good quality oil in...

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I got mine from the local tyre shop.
Just went and asked and they got good quality ones in for me.
Around $35-40.00 each.
Can't recall brand off hand but still have the packaging so could check them out for you?

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curious, as its a re occuring thing to me, why does everyone that builds an ideal surf - lexus+sas end up selling them? Probably various reasons for each but factors could include; Cost to build in first place was rather more than the budget allowed. Cost to run each time you take it out (and I don...

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BadCo wrote:Hey nice Disco, just wondering where you got the rims from? I struggle to find rims with a proper offset in NZ.

They are not Land Rover diffs under that Disco.

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