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| grafty99 Member Since: 15 Aug 2012 Location: North Devon Posts: 4796   
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12v driver
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tiny-Water-Resis...2578e47454 2002 90 Td5 Station Wagon 1990 Vogue SE Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 Td5 90 Thread http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic50767.html Tdi 110 Thread https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic69562.html RRC Thread http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic54492.html Instagram http://www.instagram.com/george_grafton |
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20th Dec 2012 11:12pm |
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| grafty99 Member Since: 15 Aug 2012 Location: North Devon Posts: 4796
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and some suitable EL sheeting
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EL-Panel-7cm-X-1...2578e4702e 2002 90 Td5 Station Wagon 1990 Vogue SE Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 Td5 90 Thread http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic50767.html Tdi 110 Thread https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic69562.html RRC Thread http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic54492.html Instagram http://www.instagram.com/george_grafton |
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20th Dec 2012 11:13pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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That EL sheeting looks like really useful stuff but it's a sad state of affairs when the biggest focus on a new steering guard is whether it can be back-lit. Are looks all that matter these days? Is nobody interested in whether it's actually any good as a steering guard?
If I was in the market for one of these I'd want to know things like how thick the steel is for the plate and the brackets and what grade of mounting bolts are supplied with it. I'd also be looking for countersunk bolts through the main plate as the heads of standard ones are likely to get damaged if it's used in anger. Darren 110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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20th Dec 2012 11:31pm |
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| Thud Member Since: 21 Jul 2012 Location: London Posts: 667 
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Looks good at it's price. The bolt heads look odd though. Washers?
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21st Dec 2012 8:45am |
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| diesel_jim Member Since: 13 Oct 2008 Location: hiding Posts: 6133 
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Painted steering guard? naaah, naf as hell!
There will be painted brake pads next  |
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21st Dec 2012 9:14am |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20626
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Who said it's all about looks. It has it's purpose already adding extras just add to it. If you've got it flaunt it.
Chris - I reckon you should go for Grafty's idea.  TheThunder Rollsπ¬π§πΊπΈ
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21st Dec 2012 9:31am |
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| appaloosadude Member Since: 17 Oct 2012 Location: Buckinghamshire Posts: 630 
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I think we all know what makes a good steering guard by now. |
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21st Dec 2012 9:37am |
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| appaloosadude Member Since: 17 Oct 2012 Location: Buckinghamshire Posts: 630
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Also, can I suggest using button headed cap screws? The rounded top would theoretically be less prone to damage than a hex or conventional socket cap, and avoids the expense of having the main plate countersunk.
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21st Dec 2012 9:40am |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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The bulk of the conversation
If its' purpose is to meant to be as a functional steering guard then there's precious little evidence so far. Of course, if you're only interested in whether it looks pretty then it's a top mod and you can flaunt it all you like  Darren
110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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21st Dec 2012 10:05am |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20626
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LRA - When you say 'little evidence of quality / functionality' why don't you buy one and test it out. I have a steering guard myself (A different one a galv one) but I've never hit it on anything but I'm glad it's there otherwise one day it could and then probably seriously damage the steering components on that single occasion... Same with Entreq yes the quality is good hence the prices also but you mean to tell me (a few) don't buy their gear because it's a premium brand only and looks good.
I agree that is a good idea too but I think they'd be best a matching colour too. Bearing in mind that that it will put the price up. FF use button head SS bolts on their "rock" guards. Looks nice and neat. TheThunder Rollsπ¬π§πΊπΈ
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21st Dec 2012 12:38pm |
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| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2957
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..REAL CARS for real offroaders why on earth would you paint a steering guard |
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21st Dec 2012 12:41pm |
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| ericvv Member Since: 02 Jun 2011 Location: Near the Jet d'Eau Posts: 5816  
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As a pre-hedge against a burned through light stalk..... No front lights anymore, but your white glossy steering guard will function as a reflector of oncoming traffic head lights so you remain well visible in the dark You never actually own a Defender. You merely look after it for the next generation.
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21st Dec 2012 12:45pm |
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| Thud Member Since: 21 Jul 2012 Location: London Posts: 667
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Trouble is with all you Defender drivers you like things to be practical and functional. You're not allowing for a new breed of driver who appreciates their truck looking pretty. It's all about faux walnut trim bits and leather cubby box lids these days. A glossy back-lit steering guard will be set new trends. You'll see.
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21st Dec 2012 1:02pm |
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| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2957
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..Yea its called NANCY MY LAND ROVER  |
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21st Dec 2012 1:05pm |
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