Recommended modifications to new 110 Defender
Discussion
Andy RV said:
Crossflow Kid said:
What for? 
A front recovery / tow point?.. And before you say it the lashing eyes which are fitted from the factory are not suitable for high forces.
For the sake of £25 they're worth having.
Besides, the rotation of a JATE ring makes it less than ideal as a towing point if using a rigid pole due to the subsequent slack.
If it's a towing strop being used they can attach to just about anywhere on the chassis, even around the front bumper.
Granted, JATE rings have some use off road but then the OP hasn't implied any intention of doing any of that, hence the advice to live with the car for a bit and get a feel for what's missing.
JATE rings are just the subtle version of a "One Life, Live It" sticker
Edited by anonymous-user on Sunday 26th April 22:00
Crossflowkid I've honesty got no idea why you're so against two discrete steel rings that hang under the chassis.
They're one of the simplest and purposeful mods you can carry out if you plan on using your Land Rover off road.
Their main purpose is in recovery. If you're travelling down a single track lane / track and the vehicle in front gets struck you need somewhere on the front of your vehicle to pull from.
If you get stuck pulling from the back isn't always suitable so you need a front recovery point.
I've used mine a couple of times when there was no other option, once when pulling from the back made the situation worse and wouldn't be without them now.
They're one of the simplest and purposeful mods you can carry out if you plan on using your Land Rover off road.
Their main purpose is in recovery. If you're travelling down a single track lane / track and the vehicle in front gets struck you need somewhere on the front of your vehicle to pull from.
If you get stuck pulling from the back isn't always suitable so you need a front recovery point.
I've used mine a couple of times when there was no other option, once when pulling from the back made the situation worse and wouldn't be without them now.
Andy RV said:
They're one of the simplest and purposeful mods you can carry out if you plan on using your Land Rover off road.
Has the OP mentioned that? Maybe I missed it.I'm not against two little discreet steel rings (even though they're actually U-shackles), I'm just not of the view that there are any must have bits that should be on all Defenders. As has been mentioned in numerous posts, the OP needs to experience the car and decide for himself what needs adding to his vehicle.
And as for the bumper being made of thin steel, you think the other parts of the chassis are any thicker?
Edited by anonymous-user on Sunday 26th April 22:19
Andy RV said:
Crossflowkid I've honesty got no idea why you're so against two discrete steel rings that hang under the chassis.
They're one of the simplest and purposeful mods you can carry out if you plan on using your Land Rover off road.
...and then the annoying 'Klonk... Klonk...' through the cabin as the rings move back & forth while driving!!They're one of the simplest and purposeful mods you can carry out if you plan on using your Land Rover off road.
As mentioned previously, the OP has not mentioned any intention of using off-road. Personally, I do not understand this need to throw tonnes of tat at a Defender as soon as you buy one!
The best thing anyone can do when buying a Defender is to learn how to drive again. Not just off-road but to also get rid of those bad habits... Learn how to use a clutch again as it's not an on/off switch. (If you want to cure the 'clonk' in the drive train, control your left leg.
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Mud Rails without doubt. Worth every penny, and then some.
Smaller steering wheel for a little more leg and elbow room would be good. I found that once I had the Mud Rails fitted, my legs wouldn't fit under the standard 'wheel terribly easily. What a damn shame that was as I then had to buy a sporty new 'wheel! :-)
Beyond what you're proposing, I do agree that you should just use it and enjoy it. You may find other 'must-have' items on your travels through magazines, shows or the internet but a 110 is remarkably good out of the box.
As has been said before, the best money you can spend (if yours is a keeper) is on rust prevention.
Smaller steering wheel for a little more leg and elbow room would be good. I found that once I had the Mud Rails fitted, my legs wouldn't fit under the standard 'wheel terribly easily. What a damn shame that was as I then had to buy a sporty new 'wheel! :-)
Beyond what you're proposing, I do agree that you should just use it and enjoy it. You may find other 'must-have' items on your travels through magazines, shows or the internet but a 110 is remarkably good out of the box.
As has been said before, the best money you can spend (if yours is a keeper) is on rust prevention.
I can't believe you've all missed perhaps the best (and simplest) modification on the market!
Mud Heater Deflector - OK it seems expensive for what it is but it makes the airflow from the heater much less directional and considerably more civilised (and looks like OEM fitment).
Aside from addressing security and rustproofing, there really isn't much more needs to be done unless you want the modified look.
Mud Heater Deflector - OK it seems expensive for what it is but it makes the airflow from the heater much less directional and considerably more civilised (and looks like OEM fitment).
Aside from addressing security and rustproofing, there really isn't much more needs to be done unless you want the modified look.
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