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bcp



Member Since: 01 Aug 2012
Location: East of Scotland
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2013 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Orkney Grey
Mud Rails
Hi, driving a D2 at present but v. keen on a 110 XS utility. Only problem is I'm 6'5" and it's a bit tight for knee room.
I'd be keen to have a look at a def with mud rails, in particular how much extra knee room one gets and how much it lifts the driver.

Does any one in the east of Scotland have them fitted that I could get a look at?

Thanks, BCP
Post #222496 26th Mar 2013 11:04pm
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mick



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Not in your area but I am 6'4" and have them fitted and its fine Kevin from mud is 6'5" Thumbs Up
Post #222500 26th Mar 2013 11:09pm
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bcp



Member Since: 01 Aug 2012
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Great to hear, was a bit worried I'd be too high.
Post #222501 26th Mar 2013 11:10pm
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bm52



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one of the best mods in my humble opinion. BM52
Post #222503 26th Mar 2013 11:16pm
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ARC99



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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Cairns Blue
I might be on the wrong track, If you mean the steel wedges that are fitted to allow the seat to slide further back I have words of caution.

I had a set fitted when I took delivery of a 110 in December last year as I felt that the seat was to far forward,
I'm only 5' 10".

a) The seat belt was not over the shoulder as required by law but cut across the upper arm making it even more difficult to steer.

b) I had to duck down to allow me to see out of the drivers side window when looking out .

I have now taken them out and they sit on top of the cupboard in the garage awaiting disposal.
Post #222510 27th Mar 2013 12:52am
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Peter Evans



Member Since: 20 Apr 2012
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i am 6"3 i fitted them the are good only problem is i have to lower my head to see out of the side window a little now got used to it no problem ahead though
Post #222538 27th Mar 2013 9:41am
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bm52



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I agree with Peter Evans but that is a small price to pay for comfort. I wouldn't be without them now. BM52
Post #222540 27th Mar 2013 10:08am
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K9F



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Off Topic Peter why have you got the same avatar as Diesel Jim? Thought he'd had a name change..... Whistle If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!!
Post #222556 27th Mar 2013 11:35am
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SteveT247



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K9F wrote:
Off Topic Peter why have you got the same avatar as Diesel Jim? Thought he'd had a name change..... Whistle
Rolling with laughter Me too, only saw the avatar and thought it was Jim posting.
Post #222616 27th Mar 2013 4:03pm
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Peter Evans



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the avitar was a bond thing can change to another
Post #222626 27th Mar 2013 4:55pm
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WarPig



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Im 6'3 and dont have mud rails in my 110 300tdi as I really dont need them at all. I smaller steering wheel is essential for me though as otherwise I can't lift my leg when operating the pedals.
Post #222648 27th Mar 2013 5:52pm
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bpman



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The quick fix option is to pack washers under the rear 2 bolts so that the seat rail is not obstructed Thumbs Up
Post #222661 27th Mar 2013 6:37pm
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diesel_jim



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I don't mind sharing Miss Moneypenny..... Laughing Laughing
Post #222677 27th Mar 2013 7:26pm
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Litch



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I had them fitted for about a year but removed & sold them a couple of months ago.
They were fine comfort wise but I got fed up ducking down to have a good look out of the window. Make sure to try a set first and be certain you can live with them. ONE LIFE, GET IT!
Post #222703 27th Mar 2013 9:01pm
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ZeDefender



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It's a matter of taste, I suppose. I'm 5'11" and I wouldn't be without them because
a) I like being higher up and further back (I was actually in pain without them and some seat supports)
b) the seat belt is just brushing my shoulder (rrrrrrrr)
c) they give my arms just the right height to rest on the window frame and cubby (with under-cubby box) at the same time.
I don't care that I have to duck down a bit to see the traffic lights - at least I can look down at the eurobox next door Thumbs Up Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
Post #222714 27th Mar 2013 9:20pm
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