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| proloForêt Member Since: 16 Mar 2017 Location: Montereau Posts: 248   
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1.http://www.mudstuff.co.uk/products/mud-stuff/mud-armrest.html
2. Clutch switch bypass 3. Smaller steering wheel 4. 30mm Spacers on wheels. These are my ones I now have and improve the driving experiences. Armrest is simple but excellet, just have for one day and it is favorite piece! Last edited by proloForêt on 2nd Jun 2017 12:29pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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2nd Jun 2017 11:16am |
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| mrjsray Member Since: 02 Jun 2017 Location: Cotswolds Posts: 10  
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Thank you
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2nd Jun 2017 11:19am |
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| ian series 1 Member Since: 17 Nov 2014 Location: south Posts: 3127 
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Re map! 80" 80" 86" 88" 90"
Wanted, Forward Control Anything considered. |
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2nd Jun 2017 11:34am |
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| DAZ110 Member Since: 06 Dec 2007 Location: East Sussex Posts: 2035 
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Upgrades to: Wheels/Tyres/Seats/Radio/Speakers/Remap/Security always seem to be favourites.
But there are plenty of other mods that we want to do! |
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2nd Jun 2017 11:45am |
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| mini Anaconda Member Since: 23 Aug 2016 Location: Thames Valley Posts: 782
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Before you do anything else please fit it with some extra security if you haven't already!
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2nd Jun 2017 11:54am |
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| Thon Member Since: 22 Nov 2015 Location: Salisbury Plain Posts: 696
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Gas strut for rear door. Very worthwhile.
I have a Nakatanenga one but I think they're good from all suppliers. Do a search on her for experiences of other makes. |
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2nd Jun 2017 12:06pm |
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| Rallymental Member Since: 17 Aug 2015 Location: The Garden of England Posts: 468
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Mods are a bit personal I think, better to own and drive it for a while and see what you cant live with.
Other peoples mods might not suit your driving/life style. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results. Solihull, 1948 - "If we paint the chassis, it will last for years" Solihull, 2015 - "If we paint the chassis............................. |
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2nd Jun 2017 12:29pm |
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| Rosco Member Since: 03 Dec 2010 Location: Burntwood Posts: 1833 
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Another vote for the gas strut to the rear door
http://www.4x4overlander.com/product/defender-rear-door-stay-v2/
I'd also add in no particular order SECURITY check your steering lock stops, see if you can improve that (free mod) extended rear door straps - pretty cheap but makes a massive difference http://www.4x4overlander.com/product/defen...-adjuster/ Glove box mod - amazing how much junk you'll fit in there 
http://www.4x4overlander.com/product/nakat...ove-box-2/ Rear mud flap reinforcement - kits are available, but a little bit of angled aluminium sorts the job a treat. I've linked to Brendan's website for ease of reference (and recommended good service), but obviously available from others. (Brendan I'll for go the commission in lieu of the excellent advice you dispense to us all) Most of all though as RM has said, live with it for a bit as there are a 1001 mods out there but they don't always suit everyone. 2007 - Stornoway Grey 90 XS SW - Gone 2002 - Black Discovery II - Gone 2014 - Montalcino Red 110 XS SW |
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2nd Jun 2017 12:37pm |
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| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7904 
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Gosh where to start and there is no end!! Security is a must!! After that drive it a while and see what you feel needs improving as its different for everyone. Almost everything can be improved!
I was in your position two years ago, this forum has cost me a fortune so be warned. Search for specifics and read peoples 'build threads' in the 'My Defender' section. Finally photos are a must please 
Good luck! James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
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2nd Jun 2017 1:18pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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Doubling up the windscreen washer jets is a worthwhile addition. Slightly more involved on Puma models but perfectly doable.
Click image to enlarge 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 Last edited by LandRoverAnorak on 8th Aug 2017 11:44am. Edited 1 time in total |
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2nd Jun 2017 5:35pm |
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| Stacey007 Member Since: 25 Sep 2015 Location: Cheshire Posts: 3745
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Hello and welcome
I'm almost 2 years into Land rover ownership and as mentioned almost anything can be changed depends what YOU like... I lived with mine as it was for 6 months or more then the modifications began. When I found out they were very desirable I got a steering lock, use it all the time, only recently I have bought a tracker. For me I don;t like seeing all the underneath suspension bits so fitted a sump guard, looks good and hides all the bits. I would say all the bits I have done to mine I fine useful:- Better headlights and bulbs Led Lights all round, much safer I think at the back (brake lights way brighter) Sound proofing (doors best for getting rid of tin can sound) seat box and boot did more for actual sound deadening. Ultra guage, find handy for reseting codes and looking at speedo / revs easier Leather door handles so they don't rub on your leg Reversing camera - just very handy Drop plate so I can switch between hooks when towing Bits I just like... Smaller wheel (feels ace and more car like) Padded arm rest (means armrest is at a better height) Leather trim dash board pod, cubby and grab handle. Stainless sills Started stainless bolts (cross member and rear door) Rear door stay that keeps boot open Metal side vent and alloy fuel cap Bits I have done but not really used... Glove box = just holds a USB charger and battery back up for phones etc.. Mud stuff led interior lights )as I fitted after winter so not really seen them in the dark) Rear USB socket, just fitted not used but guess kids will or a fridge for summer... Many many other bits, I have also a double din radio dashboard to fit but still deciding on head unit and some spacers, purely for looks and apparently turning circle 
Once you start looking generally you fine nothing on its own is That expensive....but it can add up. I have a Land rover pot and buy things every so often and fit them when O have time over weekends and evening. My advice would be live with it for a bit and look round for ideas, decide on your 'look' the great thing with these trucks are that you can make them yours by the bits you add on
MOST important if you spot another Land Rover (Series...TD5, 90, 110, 130 etc etc) YOU wave |
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2nd Jun 2017 6:11pm |
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| mini Anaconda Member Since: 23 Aug 2016 Location: Thames Valley Posts: 782
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And as above, waving is a MUST!
I felt very inadequate yesterday when I saw 3 Defenders and none of them waved back at me.  I always flash spotlights/wave and smile to any Series/RR Classic/Defender driver. |
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2nd Jun 2017 6:40pm |
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| Riverboy Member Since: 16 May 2016 Location: French sector, Earth Posts: 1288 
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Bling
We like shiny things here |
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2nd Jun 2017 6:52pm |
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| Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6298  
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M worthwhile improvement in my opinion for day to day use is to improve the stereo with a head unit with sub woofer controls and a small sub mounted under rear seat out of the way. For a relatively small cost you sound will be greatly improved.
Second if you're keeping long term a remap can pay for itself by a circa 10% improvement in mpg. Also by blanking the egr you will reduce risk of other failures most notably the egr valve and turbo.
Welcome an enjoy. |
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2nd Jun 2017 6:58pm |
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