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The Overland Legend
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Hello, I am Alan, I share a life of adventure living the Land Rover lifestyle. Building and overlanding in Land Rovers is a way of life. Join me as we meet the vehicles and the people who build and drive them overland.
Are the Overland Legends the vehicles or the people who drive them?
I'll leave that up to you to decide.
Are the Overland Legends the vehicles or the people who drive them?
I'll leave that up to you to decide.
Our "new" D90 tackles Piesangkloof 4x4 trail with two other Land Rover Defenders
We are nearly finished refurbing this Land Rover Defender 90. We finished just enough stuff to take it out on its first proper 4x4 drive to Piesangkloof 4x4 trail in Magaliesberg South Africa. We went with 2 other Defenders in what turned out to be a fun but tough day out.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:47 Fitting side steps and getting it ready
4:01 Piesangkloof 4x4 trail
6:52 First winching
11:09 Rocky climbs
16:54 Tricky descent
21:12 Braai at the top
23:37 Going down
26:19 More winching
ABOUT OUR CHANNEL
The Overland Legend is all about building Land Rovers and overlanding in Southern Africa. We cover Land Rover restorations and builds as well as classic overland trips and new adventures.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:47 Fitting side steps and getting it ready
4:01 Piesangkloof 4x4 trail
6:52 First winching
11:09 Rocky climbs
16:54 Tricky descent
21:12 Braai at the top
23:37 Going down
26:19 More winching
ABOUT OUR CHANNEL
The Overland Legend is all about building Land Rovers and overlanding in Southern Africa. We cover Land Rover restorations and builds as well as classic overland trips and new adventures.
Subscribe to ...
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Finally figured this out! Restore and fit the backlight and roof seal on Series 107 pickup truck cab
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In this video I restore and refit the backlight window on my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107 pickup cab. I also fit the special roof seal that goes between the roof and the windscreen. Full article here theoverlandlegend.co.za/land-rover-builds/how-to-fit-cab-backlight-window-on-land-rover-series-1/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:45 Series 1 roof to windscreen seal 4:23 Roof carpeting 5:15 Fitting the ba...
50 years in 50 Landys in one family! How is that even possible? Let me show you I'll count each one.
Просмотров 916Месяц назад
I couldn't believe how many Land Rovers we had owned as a family in the last 50 years. So I started counting. I counted exactly 50 and I will tell you about each one of them. Links to other videos on these vehicles: #1 1973 Series 2A 109 - ruclips.net/video/DBVgCf1d6rs/видео.html #6 Forward Controls - ruclips.net/video/7c_kcGGF7_c/видео.html #7 Brown Bolt - ruclips.net/video/j5P5OgHnOTI/видео.h...
There is an Oasis in Namibia called the Orange River and we camp, padde, cross and swim in it.
Просмотров 968Месяц назад
In this video we take our Land Rover Discovery on an overlanding trip to the Northern Cape visiting Augrabies Falls and camp in the Richetersveld next to the Orange River. Then we cross the Orange River into Namibia and go on a 4 day river paddling expedition down the river. To end off the overland trip we visit the Fish River Canyon and camp in the Khalahari Kgalagadi National park. CHECK OUT ...
Land Rover Discovery 3 Overlanding and Camping Setup Tested on Zimbabwe Overland Trip to Gonarezhou
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.2 месяца назад
In this video I show how I have setup my Land Rover Discovery 3 for overlanding and camping. I can convert it from an everyday car into an overlander with my removable camp setup. One of the first trips I did with this setup was to Gonarezhou in Zimbabwe. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:54 Overland trip to Gonarezhou 3:10 Disco 3 roofrack 4:22 Interior Disco 3 overland setup 9:25 Disco 3 auxiliary batt...
The first drive on tar is nerve-wracking - will this restored Land Rover 107 make it!
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.3 месяца назад
In this video I finish the final preparations and then take my nearly complete fully restored Land Rover Series 1 107 on its longest test drive yet. I had to drive all the way to the weighbridge and back, some 60km in total. The last time it drove any distance was over 50 years ago. In the excitement, I forgot to pack my tool box ..... TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:31 Fixing the gear lever rattle 3:3...
Top10 restoration lessons restoring a 1955 Series 1 Land Rover
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.3 месяца назад
In this video I talk about my 10 biggest lessons that I learned restoring my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107. Restoring an old Land Rover is always going to teach you something and I learned many new things despite having done this before. Also have a look at a previous video on my top restoration tips Restoration tips - ruclips.net/video/WMdW4DrqHOs/видео.html Full article here theoverlandlegend....
Weekend camping trip to Dinokeng Game Reserve in Land Rover Series landies.
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.4 месяца назад
There is nothing better than heading out into the bush in an old Land Rover and we weren't disappointed. In this video we go on a camping trip to Dinokeng Game Reserve in two old Land Rover Series 2A landies with the Land Rover Owners Club of Southern Africa. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 3:45 Driving series Land Rovers 8:14 Setting up camp at Wilemsrus 9:58 Camping coffee 12:04 Dinokeng game drive ABO...
I couldn't stop driving and smiling on this test drive of my restored 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107
Просмотров 3 тыс.4 месяца назад
In this video I take my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107 pickup for its first real test drive and I just couldn't stop smiling and driving some more. Getting it out in the sunlight gave me a chance to take some pics and reflect on the time and work it had taken to get to this point. Before the drive I finished the tailget by fitting the capping andwith solid round head rivets and fitted the hinges....
Defender 90 Refurb Part 3: Meet the "Madman" and Install EMS 3 engine monitoring system in 300Tdi
Просмотров 8574 месяца назад
This is part 3 of the series on the makeover and refurb of this 1997 Defender 90 Tdi. In this episode, we install the Madman EMS 3 engine monitoring system and talk to Brian the owner and inventor of Madman Developments. This engine saving device measures EGT, oil pressure oil temp, water temp, water level, voltage and turbo boost pressure. Its an engine lifesaver. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:39 EM...
Fitting the Land Rover Series 1 roof and windcreen was confusing until we realised the problem.
Просмотров 9515 месяцев назад
Restoring my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107 pickup is nearing the end. In this video I fit the rear cab, windscreen and roof. But it wasn't that simple because I realised that I was missing some parts and had to workout how to get it all assembled Full article here theoverlandlegend.co.za/land-rover-builds/how-to-fit-roof-and-cab-on-land-rover-series-1-107/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:03 Fitting Seri...
Mabuasehube Overland in a Defender 110 with a Todler, Lions, Leopards and a Jackal
Просмотров 4425 месяцев назад
In this video we take a look at an overland trip to Mabuasehube in Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park that our family did in 2011 in my Defender 110 together with friends in their Toyota Fortuna. I also share some stories of my 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 Tdi. This was our first overland trip with a toddler that created lifelong memories for us and some amazing Leopard and Lion sightings. T...
Finishing the front end fitting the doors, wings and lights to a Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video I carry on with fitting the body back onto my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration. I fit the front wings and the doors after sorting out the alignment of all the panels. I also finish off the lights by fitting the rear lights, the headlights with a neat fused relay unit and the front indicator/park lights. After disassembling the original door handles I restore, reassemble an...
The truth about the cost of restoring a Series 1 Land Rover that nobody talks about.
Просмотров 14 тыс.6 месяцев назад
When you see a beautifully restored old Land Rover Series 1 selling for a ridiculous price you may wonder why? Well that is until you see the cost of restoring a Series 1 Land Rover. In this video I share the detailed cost of my 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration and discuss the different elements and detailed cost of restoration. Here is a link to the article with the detailed cost to re...
"It is quite simple really" - How to understand and manage nuts & bolts in a Land Rover Restoration
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"It is quite simple really" - How to understand and manage nuts & bolts in a Land Rover Restoration
I can't believe the rear body is finally going back on this 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.7 месяцев назад
I can't believe the rear body is finally going back on this 1955 Land Rover Series 1 107.
Epic surf safari in a Land Rover Series 2A camper kitesurfing & windsurfing along Cape South Coast
Просмотров 5488 месяцев назад
Epic surf safari in a Land Rover Series 2A camper kitesurfing & windsurfing along Cape South Coast
First look at fitting body panels to this Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration.
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.8 месяцев назад
First look at fitting body panels to this Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration.
Defender 90 Tdi Makeover - Part 2 DIY seat re-trim repainting the roof and fixing the broken bits
Просмотров 5069 месяцев назад
Defender 90 Tdi Makeover - Part 2 DIY seat re-trim repainting the roof and fixing the broken bits
Mozambique Back to Paradise Part 2: You can't beat this life of beach water boats and wildlife.
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Mozambique Back to Paradise Part 2: You can't beat this life of beach water boats and wildlife.
Mozambique back to paradise part 1: Getting lost in paradise the whales diving and exploring.
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Mozambique back to paradise part 1: Getting lost in paradise the whales diving and exploring.
Land Rover Defender 90 Tdi and Td5 overland adventures to Mozambique and Namibia
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Land Rover Defender 90 Tdi and Td5 overland adventures to Mozambique and Namibia
Overland Trip Crossing Lesotho in 12 Land Rovers with the LROC of SA
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Overland Trip Crossing Lesotho in 12 Land Rovers with the LROC of SA
The first test drive of my Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration seemed like a circus at times
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
The first test drive of my Land Rover Series 1 107 restoration seemed like a circus at times
Land Rover Forward control campers drive overland and offroad in Lesotho Southern Africa
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.Год назад
Land Rover Forward control campers drive overland and offroad in Lesotho Southern Africa
Fitting a brand new wiring loom and restoring the dashboard on a Land Rover Series1 107
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Fitting a brand new wiring loom and restoring the dashboard on a Land Rover Series1 107
A story of Landy love & Land Rover Series offroad challenge against other 4x4s at the AWDSA fun day
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A story of Landy love & Land Rover Series offroad challenge against other 4x4s at the AWDSA fun day
Fitting a 2.25L exhaust on a Land Rover Series1 107 restoration and discovering engine water leaks
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Fitting a 2.25L exhaust on a Land Rover Series1 107 restoration and discovering engine water leaks
Overlanding through Botswana Namibia Zambia and Zimbabwe in Series Land Rover Campers in 1998
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Overlanding through Botswana Namibia Zambia and Zimbabwe in Series Land Rover Campers in 1998
Building this ultimate Overland Camper from an ex-army Land Rover Series 2A 109 was special
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Building this ultimate Overland Camper from an ex-army Land Rover Series 2A 109 was special
Hi Alan, thank you for this video. I’ve been trying to figure out the windscreen seal and how to replace the back windows on my 1956 107”. Now I know, thanks to your video.
You are very welcome, I’m glad it helped , I knew someone else will need it as I could find very little info on it
1:00. The grille says to me Series IIA, what we call here a WideLight. They were a sort of a transition model, something LR did a lot of, usually to use up parts inventory. That winch mount is horrible....😱😆 I think though that you have inspired me to get back to my 109" SIII tray project.
I love the different terms, first time I’ve heard “widelight” 👌. That winch mount is definitely going 🪓
I enjoy Piesankloof. It is a bit bumpy, but a nice trail and great views from the top. I enjoyed your additional info on the history and geology!
Cool, thanks!
Nice colour. Oh, it’s not your Landy. Lol. Were the tyre pressures lowered; or were you concerned about sidewall damage? Nice to see the lad driving ‘his’ Landy. 👍🏻🙏🦘
Haha that is Brian’s Green. The other 90 had lowered tyre pressure but we didn’t, probably could have dropped it a bit
Yip, Those rocks on the steep downhill were like driving on marbles ! I think we will return there in the summer months, then it will be a different trail all together.
Looks like you guy's had a fantastic day out. Should have let me know and I would love to have come along in my tdi 90. Well put together video.
Next time! The more the merrier
This looks like a proper maiden flight! Those loose rocks look like axle breakers .🥴
Love your Disco 3, it looks great after 15 years, bit jealous about lack of winter salt & corrosion where you live. I think being aware of unusual noises and things that don’t work quite the way they should and being prepared when unexpected things go wrong is a good thing is something we all should do, not just Land Rover Owners! I would buy a car from a guy who was a bit of a perfectionist “worrier” every time over someone who just ignores every noise or warning and you end up buying their basket case, been there, not again. LR Time is a great resource, very capable and resourceful and independent, I like that plus surprisingly humorous for Germans.
Thanks for the comments, appreciate it. That’s a good point I am very lucky with the climate here, it makes maintenance so much easier. Also it’s great that there is so much info on these vehicles on the internet now @Vera_and_Christian is one of the best
Thanks for the link! Will take some time everyy now and then to read about some travels all around the globe. First reveal noticed was in the picture of overturned vehicle.... It has Salisbury axles and some modified powertrain....🧐😄👍
Greetings from Finland! So nice one to see these beasts in action! So, your FC2B had the stronger ENV axles, but still some broblems with half shaft failures at the rear??? And some driveshaft problem at front? Some more info on this??? Really heavily loaded vehicles? I bought 2 FC2A:s 2 years ago! (Those have the weaker standard Rover axles ). Total projects. One is a Firetruck and the other one is an old Telecommunications vehicle with a big half-ready "camper snail" on it. Maybe one day one will be a useable camper and the other one a work truck with an original flatbed that came with those Beauties. 😊
Thanks for watching and commenting. Your observation was correct, the vehicle with the breakdowns was very heavily loaded and was a frequent problem. You can read the full story about that vehicle here www.overlandhb.co.za/home.
If you're worrying about the cost you're missing the point imo. It's sobering to see this though. I have a Series III 109 tray back here, and I think at my age it would be best to move it on to someone with the time and disposable income, sad for me as that is. And mine is complete, with little to buy except for door tops. It's more the scope of the job than the $$$, if you want it done well. It's not a simple case of some spanner twirling and a coat of paint.
The SIII would cost around the same as a a SI to do as well, but will never be worth the same when done. Something else to consider. Parts are easier to find though, at least here.
@@greebo7857After nearly finishing this resto now I have to agree that it’s not about the cost. Getting this Landy back to life is priceless. We like to fool ourselves that it’s a good financial investment but it really isn’t. You guys are lucky in Aus with all those rust free old Landys around . Thank for watching and commenting
Amazing lifetime and im sure it will keep increasing. Keep them going and keep going
That's the plan! Thanks Paul
Great work ethic and a useful breakdown of costs - i am sure you will have many years of enjoyment from this car !
I hope so too
I really enjoyed the Milbug, you could hammer as much as you like, it just kept on going.
It was actually very reliable
Just got home from a trip to Hawaii and found your video waiting for me!🏝️🌋🗿Aloha! I’m always amazed at the availability of parts on these older Landys. The carpet roof liner looks great. You even used slotted screws on all the trim strips, 👌wonderful attention to detail.👍 Did Land Rover originally use Perspex on the windows, or glass? My Series2A has some aftermarket wiper motors . I would love to have original motors but they are difficult to find. 💰💰 It’s so great you saved this Series 1 from that abandoned derelict on the hillside. Beautiful job. Cheers Allen.
Cheers, thanks Lance. Yes the Series 1s had Perspex windows and then later a mix of glass and Perspex. I’ve tried to use slotted where possible, the others just don’t look right.
Beautiful!
Thank cheers!
Wonderful work, I like it when a plan comes together😅
Thanks, me too 😅
Your attention to detail is superb! Great work and thanks for explaining each step so clearly. Best of luck with getting your Landy registered, hope it goes very well!
Thank you kindly!
both really nice original examples. i daily a 2004 defender 90 td5 but also have a 1971 S3 109 which i absolutely love and drive it every weekend.
Thanks for sharing!
Good morning Sir it's a VERY beautiful cauntry.. MOZAMBIQUE is a CORRUPT county VERY BAD police and migration people me and my sun knows Mozambique VERY well when we speek nice to the CORRUPT police then they started to scream at us like rubbish and want money and show us the AK 47 dont want to give the DRIVERS LISENS back they first wanted money
Thanks for the feedback it’s good to know to be careful
I have that exact same Coleman tent. So easy to setup! What a pleasure.
It sure is!
Which camp is this
It was Willemsrus campsite
I’ve spent thousands on my 05 HSE Disco but can’t part with it lol.
I’m in the same boat, you can’t get enough of a good thing right?
MOZAMBIQUE very beautiful cauntry but not good for WHITE PEOPLE'S its very bad the police just wanted money and look for someone resonant to get money and always stand in front of the car with the AK 47 . I know MOZAMBIQUE VERY well always stop us and stand in front of the car with the AK 47and treat us like rubbish...... people who dont know MOZAMBIQUE VERY well.. WHITE PEOPLE'S its very bad for us
Not your every day collection. Im not a landy guy, but I can appreciate the connection you both have to the brand. It's pretty cool. I feel a surprising rise of nostalgia watching this.
Yes it is a lifetime of memories that happened by chance really. I remember my Dad saying that in 73 he had a choice between a Land Rover or a Land Cruiser but both he and my Mon had previous experiences in Land Rovers and so that’s the way they went
You could be.
Fond memories with the blue one at 1998 😊
Hey Pim yes you know that one well, part of that history
@@TheOverlandLegendremember quite a few of them. Also the one from Willie and Suzan. Had a nice drive at Kruger with them in that one.
The history of Land Rover in your family is incredible. Subscribe to this restoration of a Series 1. Thanks for sharing your story
Thank you very much glad you enjoyed it
Wow, That was an incredible trip down memory lane, Thank you. And bythe way, #51 Arrived on Sunday in the form of a S2a 109 Caboose to become a new camper.
Very cool!
What an amazing video! They are not building them anymore so it’s great to see them preserved. I think #49 was my favorite as it is the most like mine. Cheers and thanks for the look into the history your family has with Land Rover.👌 I also love that blue 55 truck!👍
The’55 is the best one and it will be around for quite sometime
can you get new series 1 chassis?
Not locally we don’t, would have to import. We have some very good chassis restorers but none remanufactured.
Not stealing your thunder in any way but from experience the following may help others, in the UK we have the "advantage" that BSF is still available but at times limited and expensive. BA - British Association are also used for light Trim and electrical connection. Series 1 they fix the door seal trim to the roof and the dash surround and other similar items. Metric 5mm work as well! I use 5mm Allen head cap screws as security for expensive external item i.e. badges and original number plates Sherardizing (distinguished by a dull light grey colour), is a uniform, corrosion-resistant coating of zinc on the surface of iron or steel objects. This is often used on Land Rover parts. Acme Thread - best known as thread used on engineering vices but also used on the hex head screws that fix the rear edge of the wing on 2/2a & 3 vehicles. Beware that Land Rover carried on using BSF fastenings i.e. top and bottom swivel joint nuts (2/2a & 3) and the lower rear shock absorber (Discovery D2) ; 7/16 BSF/3/8 W socket/spanner for reference. Normally metric equivalent will work but the correct size is best. “Flank” drive sockets are a great asset. Land Rover also mix fixing on individual vehicle, my late series 3 (1984) was split down the middle UNF one side: metric the other! Another challenge to add to the list. At least make a list, as Alan says, to indicate to next owner or to remind ourselves what was used where.
Such great points thank you very much. I guess this topic remains rather confusing. Best solution is to learn to identify the different types of fasteners. Pretty much a lifelong mission for me
Que motor tiene?
It’s was a 3.5L rover V8
Again a very good and realistic take on this sticky subject. I have been surprised as the cost uplift against series 2/2a and 3 parts and the subtle differences in specifications. A bit frustrating when I have a surplus of 2/2a & 3 parts. I was lucky to obtain two series 1's but effectively it was one as the chassis and bulkhead on one was a write off. A question, can the book mentioned by Jon Keeppeyne "conserving a legend, 50 year of L/R technical tips and tales" be obtained in the UK? Best Wishes.
Yes Jon’s book is available in the UK via his son. If you email me I can send the details, check my channel about description for the email address
Hi, I built a similar storage system for my 08 D3 using 13mm steel tube and plywood. It houses a fridge slide for a 50ltr waeco on the driver side and a kitchen box on the left, the shelf above is about 50m higher than the side storage bins and with a cargo barrier I can load it to the roof. I like the idea of using a seat for the fridge with gives you more space in the rear for food or other gear. I also have a rhino flat rack mounted low with a 270 awning on the passenger side, standard pull out awning on the driver side and 40" led light bar mounted on the front. I wanted to be self sufficient so have an arb bullbar and winch for self recovery. Owned the disco for 7 years and it's been the best landy in my 30 year land rover journey. I'm an Aussie but spent 6 months in Africa from Kenya to SA and spent 2 months exploring SA from Joburg to Capetown via Kimberley and along the coast to mossel bay, George,knysna and thru the garden route to PE via Transkei and siskei and up to Durban and then to Ladysmith where I stayed with friends.
Wow you really are kitted out, amazing what’s possible with these vehicle. Have to agree these are some of the best Landies ever made. Thanks for watching and commenting
Thank you for this video: it gave me much needed information on truck cab fitting, as I had none of the windscreen brackets. So between this and the parts book I can make progress. The rear sliding windows are a real challenge but as I have only just taken it to bits (with plenty of photos) hopefully this can be fixed. A caution the lower track has drain vents thought rear cab which are easy to damage on removing. Thanks again.
I’m glad you found it helpful. I have refitted the roof now with the seal in place and that was pretty confusing too. I refitted the rear window too after having the parts made as all I had was the lower and upper channel. Will have a video on that soon. Good luck with yours
Wonderfully peacefull, Looks like I'll have to do that trip someday...
Definitely
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Awesome family adventure!👌 Cheers Allan!🍻
Thanks 👍
Great video. Where are you sourcing your parts from ? Currently in Pretoria and starting to work on my 1998 defender station wagon
I have been using LP4A in Midrand, they have most stuff. Also used LR Service in Cape Town and imported some smaller bits from Craddock in UK. Thanks for watching and good luck with yours.
@@TheOverlandLegend thanks!
Just rediscovered this after seeing this vehicle on another video. This was an awesome build!
Yes this was an epic vehicle, I believe it is still in use by the new owner who bought it from me. Lucky him 😢
Just watched this again. I love these older films. Very cool 109 camper!
I have a 1971 2a shortwheel base pick up had it for 23 years used for shooting logging and deer control. Cost 400 UK pounds no. MOT or road tax insurance 104. Pounds from Adrian flux 💥
What a story thanks for sharing
This was brilliant! Thank you for sharing. I remember the Drakies in those conditions - I was at the Drakie Choir School during this period
Thank you very much. Memories are wonderful aren’t they? Glad you enjoyed it
Great mix of vehicle set up and overlanding trip.👌 How does the LR3 compare to the Defender as far as off-road capabilities? My wife likes the LR 4 , so we may look for a lightly used one when the time comes. I believe they were the last Land Rovers to use a full frame. Am I correct? Cheers Allen.👍
Hey Lance thanks for tuning in again. My experience is that the LR3 is better off road than the Defender as standard vehicles because of the traction control and power. It is an incredibly capable off-roader. Yes you are correct it is a body on chassis setup so is very strong but also very heavy at 3 tons
@@TheOverlandLegend Good to know. Wow 3 tons! They don’t look that heavy. 😳
Thanks, I was going to ask for that comparison with the old defender. I have a LR4 and I added drawers in the back, forming a sleeping platform. IRoof is high enough that I can sit straight. The cooler and water tank is replacing a rear seats and I added a roof box and basket for more storage. I also made everything easily removable. In North America, we only get the petrol engine so I need to carry extra fuel on the roof. I did a lot of roadtrips but we are planning our first trip with some offroading this summer in northern Canada. Love the channel, I have been watching for a little while and I just subscribed. Cheers!!
@@nihalleethat’s a great setup, I do also travel with a roof box and diesel Jerry cans on the roof. Glad you are enjoying the channel and thanks for subscribing
I think the hooter ( horn in some parts of the world) should be brown and black, have you got the correct loom?
Mine is correct for a 107 with the hooter in the steering column, and the wiring is green and black but on the 109 with the push button hooter it is brown and black as you say. Turns out I am not using the original hooter on the steering wheel but still have the original wiring colours now. Thanks for highlighting that.
My dad has a V8 variant. He doesn't use it for off road travel but as a Toyota Prado owner in the past, I envied the space and practicality of his Disco3 and have spent much time dream of how I would use it if it were mine. I miss my 4x4s and am desperately dreaming of getting one again. I keep looking at Disco3 but been nervous given reputation of the diesel engines crankshaft issues... the Disco4 doesn't appeal to me as much as the 3 either.
It is actually amazing how much space they have. Despite the concerns we still love them
Awesome video, Disco and stories! I've owned a 2005 D3 2.7 auto for the past 7 years and covered 200k km (just bought a 2016 D4 now, but haven't sold the D3 so far; still pondering). Very similar needs were met by the Disco. We were a family of 3 when I bought it. Used for daily commutes in the city, main family limo, rare long motorway trips through Europe, professional field/ expedition workhorse (I am a biologist studying wildlife, often times in the most remote and difficult to access places) and recreational overlanding trips (from 2-21 days long, from a couple of hundred to 5400 km through several countries). I run stock size 17" AT tyres (Cooper AT3s for the past 5 years) to keep it legal and frugal. I added a HD sump guard, the OEM foam bullbar, light guards (mostly for looks, I know), and the cheap tailgate ladder (+ HD tailgate struts) to which I attach my cheap recovery boards (also handy for a trasharoo). Because I use a hardshell roof top tent (which takes up almost all of the roof), I only added aftermarket (OEM-like) long roof rails and crossbars. No need for a heavy roof rack if it's going to be covered by the RTT anyway. Also, I try to keep the Disco in the garage, and it doesn't even fit with the crossbars on. Much easier to remove 2 crossbars than a heavy roof rack. I attach a normal 2.5 x 2 m awning dirrectly to the roof rails. Awning must go in first, then crossbars and RTT. My second battery is a 75Ah deep cycle AGM placed in a boat battery box behind the backrest of the rear left seat (I have the 35:30:35 configuration as well, but only 5 seats from factory), and in front of the "furniture". I have did some cutting in the plastic next to the boot cubbies, where I installed 12V and USB chargers linked to the secondary battery. Next to the main battery, I've installed a Victron Cyrix-CT (50$), a VSR which works great with the D3, and connected to the rear battery via cables run along the chassis. I also have a HD Anderson plug in the back for manually disconnecting the two batteries at will. I also have a small foldable panel to keep the secondary battery topped up when staying several days in one spot (rarely happens). The furniture: a simple shelf system (without a floor) made by a carpenter out of some very light but strong wood, covered in black carpeting. I use the 4 anchor points on the side to strap it in place. In height, it's almost up to the windows, narrow enough to fit between the 4 anchor points; the space between the rear seat backrests and this furniture there is just enough room to fit a 20l Frontrunner water can and a decent sized tool box, both vertically, on one side, and the secondary battery box on the other sided. It is devided in 2 equal sides vertically. The right side is left as is, and the left side is split horizontally. The bottom left compartment hosts the 35.5l IndelB drawer fridge. The upper left compartment hosts two single burner stoves (and some other bits and pieces). The right compartment just hosts a 80L plastic box on rollers where we keep gas cans for the burners, all cooking gear (pots, pans, plates, tongs, etc, etc) and non-perishable food items. On either sides of the furnitures, I keep the solar panel or various misc. items. On top of the furniture I have bungie cords which anchor the table and chairs, all our person items (we use soft clothes bags), or other gear (there room for my 8 yo daughter's bicycle on top). When I don't intend on camping, or I go ground camping) and just stay at various accommodations during expeditions, I replace the RTT with a roof box. I think I covered most aspects of my D3. Very minor permanent mods. Except for the RTT, awning, cross bars (which is a bit of a hassle, requiring 1-2 extra people) I can pack/ unpack the entire boot (battery, furniture, fridge, etc) in around 30 minutes. Cheers from Romania!
What a great setup , sounds even simpler and more practical than mine. Such versatile vehicles these really. Thanks for watching and leaving such a great comment
You have made such a Brilliant job restoring your Landy . It put a smile on my face . ,,,,,,,,,NEXT RESTORATION PLEASE.🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it! I just wish it didn’t take so long but there will be another
Keep up the great work
Thanks will do!