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Windowlicker

Member Since: 24 Aug 2014
Location: East yorks
Posts: 290

2011 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Stornoway Grey

Safari equipment steering guard fitted, she is a beast !!

Having followed various threads regarding recovery options for the front of the Landy, and the fact the fitted/left on , not removed eyes , are in fact lashing eyes or basic light duty towing eyes at best, I decided I wanted something more substantial.
I was going to get myself a First Four bumper with receiver built in to it, to accept a recovery billet, and other plug in options should I want them, but the model of bumper I really wanted was their standard , heavy duty bumper, which is galv'd and powdered and apparently guarenteed for 3 years against corrosion. ( no idea how realistic this is but that it what they state.)

That then led me to look some more , and via Brendan @ Overlander 4x4 I have bought a Safari Equipment steering guard, with in built reciever.
Now I have the option of any bumper I fancy, and plenty of protection to my nether regions

should I need it

To say the guard is heavy duty is a mass of understatement !!!
It is rudely heavily constructed , and weight wise , comes in around 26kg

It is all one piece as opposed to the majority of 3 piece varieties out there, less joints, less potential for bending/failing at the joints, no seized c/sunk bolts , should removal be required X years down the road.
Galvanised steel and tough as old boots I reckon.

Not being an outright fan of the normal galv'd finish, which always looks a bit wishy washy, plus a couple of bits needed touching up anyway ( something brendan had alerted me to prior to purchase) so I got some cold galv spray, and laced the whole thing in it, and it should just add to the protection against corrosion and be hard wearing too.
(Looks bluey, grey in the first pics as it was nearly dark, it is actually a nice satin silver in reality )
Fitting straight forward enough

I replaced the quick release chained pin with stainless bolts with nylocs on, which should deter casual passing thieving

as tools will be required to remove them.
If they have tools then tough titty I guess.
Anyway , a few pics , very pleased with it, definately a function over form item, well engineered ( rated at 3500kg, all welds by certified welders also )
Thanks to Overlander for the swift service and great price

Cheers, Nick

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And just a few of my Landy, as I haven't yet posted any of it particularly

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[/i] "Procrastination is the thief of time"

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2nd Feb 2015 6:41pm

ibexman

Member Since: 13 Dec 2008
Location: Essex
Posts: 2945

That looks rather substantial

2nd Feb 2015 6:46pm

sparkylee

Member Since: 06 Nov 2010
Location: surrey
Posts: 1455

2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 DCPU Santorini Black

Nice

It's good to be back from the dark side

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Laika x700 Motorhome

2nd Feb 2015 6:49pm

blackwolf

Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
Location: South West England
Posts: 17327

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Stornoway Grey

Looks good!

Could you do me a favour and measure how far forward of the front face of the bumper the front of the receiver socket would be with nothing inserted? The reason for asking is that I have been thinking of fitting one of these myself but I have a Husky fitted in a winch bumper and the bumper is therefore a lot "thicker" in the middle. I am not sure if the receiver tube would protrude far enough forward to let me get a drop plate or NATO pintle mount in the socket without fouling the bumper.

I'd be very grateful!

2nd Feb 2015 7:27pm

Sphere

Member Since: 26 Apr 2013
Location: Midlands
Posts: 725

2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Keswick Green

I like!!!

Also nice british shovel

2nd Feb 2015 7:28pm

Windowlicker

Member Since: 24 Aug 2014
Location: East yorks
Posts: 290

She is certainly more go than show, though it does look pretty impressive if I may say so myself

@Blackwolf, ....... Just been out and checked, it comes in at approx , 47mm , or 1 7/8 " in real money

Yes, the shovel is a beaut, had a fair old bit of abuse over the years, and still going strong

"Procrastination is the thief of time"

2nd Feb 2015 7:53pm

blackwolf

Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
Location: South West England
Posts: 17327

Thank you!

2nd Feb 2015 7:57pm

Windowlicker

Member Since: 24 Aug 2014
Location: East yorks
Posts: 290

No worries, and if it is not far enough, and it needs for arguments sake, another 1/2" or similar, as safari equipment make these themselves, I am sure via Brendan @ Overlander , they would be able to make a bespoke one for you , with a little extra length , ooh , suits you sir , suits you

"Procrastination is the thief of time"

2nd Feb 2015 8:05pm

Lorryman100

Member Since: 01 Oct 2010
Location: Here
Posts: 2686

I got one from Brendan a couple of years ago and they are a solid bit of kit, nearly gave myself a hernia fitting it. I also seem to remember promising someone on here the guard when I changed the front end but a family bereavement and losing the dogs at the same time put my mind elsewhere?

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2nd Feb 2015 9:28pm

JAY BOY

Member Since: 04 May 2010
Location: Not here
Posts: 1706

Top bit of kits that is

2nd Feb 2015 9:30pm

SailingTom

Member Since: 19 Nov 2013
Location: ESSEX
Posts: 1720

Nice, had one on my to buy list for a while

Defender puma dormobile camper

2nd Feb 2015 9:31pm

Windowlicker

Member Since: 24 Aug 2014
Location: East yorks
Posts: 290

Love the last pic Lorryman

it just looks ready for business

I remember coming across a thread by you when I was searching "safari guard", but all the pics you had posted were gone unfortunately.
Sorry to hear of your losses, I am sure the person you mentioned , who was wanting the guard, would not expect you to prioritise things any differently.
The pic with he drop plate fitted should help Blackwolf also

Cheers,

Nick. "Procrastination is the thief of time"

2nd Feb 2015 9:35pm

nitram17

Member Since: 08 Jun 2014
Location: newcastle
Posts: 2261

Re: Safari equipment steering guard fitted, she is a beast !

Windowlicker wrote:
Having followed various threads regarding recovery options for the front of the Landy, and the fact the fitted/left on , not removed eyes , are in fact lashing eyes or basic light duty towing eyes at best, I decided I wanted something more substantial.
I was going to get myself a First Four bumper with receiver built in to it, to accept a recovery billet, and other plug in options should I want them, but the model of bumper I really wanted was their standard , heavy duty bumper, which is galv'd and powdered and apparently guarenteed for 3 years against corrosion. ( no idea how realistic this is but that it what they state.)

That then led me to look some more , and via Brendan @ Overlander 4x4 I have bought a Safari Equipment steering guard, with in built reciever.
Now I have the option of any bumper I fancy, and plenty of protection to my nether regions should I need it

To say the guard is heavy duty is a mass of understatement !!!
It is rudely heavily constructed , and weight wise , comes in around 26kg

It is all one piece as opposed to the majority of 3 piece varieties out there, less joints, less potential for bending/failing at the joints, no seized c/sunk bolts , should removal be required X years down the road.
Galvanised steel and tough as old boots I reckon.

Not being an outright fan of the normal galv'd finish, which always looks a bit wishy washy, plus a couple of bits needed touching up anyway ( something brendan had alerted me to prior to purchase) so I got some cold galv spray, and laced the whole thing in it, and it should just add to the protection against corrosion and be hard wearing too.
(Looks bluey, grey in the first pics as it was nearly dark, it is actually a nice satin silver in reality )
Fitting straight forward enough
I replaced the quick release chained pin with stainless bolts with nylocs on, which should deter casual passing thieving as tools will be required to remove them.
If they have tools then tough titty I guess.
Anyway , a few pics , very pleased with it, definately a function over form item, well engineered ( rated at 3500kg, all welds by certified welders also )
Thanks to Overlander for the swift service and great price

Cheers, Nick

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And just a few of my Landy, as I haven't yet posted any of it particularly

Hi if you dont mind divulging ..how much ££££...is this the same model or a copy by extreme 4x4?

http://www.extreme4x4.co.uk/acatalog/DEFEN...EIVER.html

or did overland undercut them?
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2nd Feb 2015 9:47pm

davew

Member Since: 02 Jan 2012
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 888

1990 Defender 90 V8 Petrol PU Auto Rioja Red

Can't help but smile at the "soft A bar" for that pedestrian friendly front end, with a dirty great spike mounted in the middle of the bumper !

I fancy a receiver on the front of mine but will probably build it into the winch bumper (also not pedestrian friendly !) http://www.yorkshireoffroadclub.net/

2nd Feb 2015 10:05pm

Windowlicker

Member Since: 24 Aug 2014
Location: East yorks
Posts: 290

Hi Nitram,

The extreme one you linked to , is , as far as I am aware , a safari equipment one, they , I guess, buy them just as brendan does , and distribute them.
I could be wrong, but I don't think SE deal direct with the public.

I went with brendan, as I have had various things from him and Barbara, they are always there on the phone when needed, the advice is superb, and things turn up super fast, well packaged , and prices are as keen as they can make them, whilst still earning a living.
Brendan did do me a deal so to speak, as the one I bought had some slight storage damage , though I know they have just received another two into stock ( there is normally a 5-6 week wait , as they are made in batches )

I don't know what the postage from extreme would be, thought I cant imagine it would be cheap , as they weigh a lot!!

Give Overlander a bell and speak to them

"Procrastination is the thief of time"

2nd Feb 2015 10:11pm

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