FITTING NEW DEFENDER STEERING WHEEL BOSS & OPTIMILL SWIVEL LOCK... STOP THIEVES!

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  • Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
  • Owning a Land Rover Defender there's always that worry of where to park your DEFENDER and where to leave it.... will it be there when you get back As you know So many of them do get stolen! So that in mind I thought what can I do to make my Defender just that little bit more secure right ok... Let's fit a new steering wheel boss and a swivel lock from Optimill
    I've been waiting to fit this for some time and I can say I'm very happy with the Result...
    As you know if you've been watching any of my videos On my RUclips channel I do like optimal products as I have got quite a few Different Accessories Fitted to my Defender from Optimill so it made sense to get one of these kits
    Optimill Swivel Lock for the Land Rover Defender - a pinnacle of security and style. Designed to fit seamlessly over an Optimill Quick Release Boss, this lock is an essential upgrade for any Defender owner prioritising security of their pride and joy!
    • Exceptional Security: High-security anti-pick lock, unique to Optimill.
    • British Engineering: Manufactured in the UK from premium billet aluminium
    To find out more Visit Optimill
    www.optimill-uk.com
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Комментарии • 30

  • @AapVanDieKaap
    @AapVanDieKaap 5 месяцев назад +3

    That's nice and secure. Without the cap you could use a vice grip to steer. That's what thieves in South Africa do. I had a mate who's car was stolen so many times that he used to take the spark plugs out at night.

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Yeah, unfortunately, Landrover Defender do get stolen...! Another good tip is to take the fuel pump relay out on a Td5 definitely won't start...if that is removed 👍

  • @davidandrewmitchell5590
    @davidandrewmitchell5590 5 месяцев назад +1

    One of the best modifications you can do, I've the same set up. Nice job

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Yeah, it is one of my favourite modifications to my Landrover Defender... Thanks for watching and your message...👍

  • @jonnysnakes5417
    @jonnysnakes5417 Месяц назад +1

    Nice vid
    Does the wheel end up closer to you or does a wheel with no dish kinda cancel that out (besides it being a smaller wheel)

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  Месяц назад +1

      @jonnysnakes5417 I think it's a little bit further away from you. It seems that the way the steering wheel is smaller, and I'm looking to get a slightly bigger steering wheel for it. The one on there now is a 13" streeing wheel looking to get a 15" streeing wheel... Thanks for your message...👍

  • @kev5011
    @kev5011 5 месяцев назад +1

    Nice set up, Rob. Excellent video ! I have the same, and I use it all the time.

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      I am very happy with it just helps to make things a bit more secure on my Defender... Thanks so much for watching Kevin...👍

  • @brianmaude656
    @brianmaude656 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thinking I will be fitting one my self.
    Where did you get your window deflectors.
    Thanks Brian.

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Hi Brian
      Definitely recommend The Optimill boss and the swivel look... the window Rain,wind deflectors on my Defender from MASAI which was some time ago I decided to spray them satin black a few years back
      Thanks so much from watching...👍www.masai4x4.com/defender/window-trim-kit-defender/ClimAir-Wind-and-Rain-Deflectors-for-Land-Rover-Defender-90-110-PAIR-p103871860

  • @richardoldham6756
    @richardoldham6756 5 месяцев назад +1

    Nice video Rob.
    I did the same about six months ago and am well chuffed.
    Only one problem.... getting the dammed steering wheel off! On an 18 Yr old 90 I've had from new, I knew it hadn't been off😂
    Another great product from Optimil.... they really are the Dog's bo##ocks!

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад +1

      It can be challenging to remove the steering wheel on a Defender if they haven't ever been taken off before... yeah Optimill steering boss and swivel lock as very nicely made! Thanks again for watching...👍

  • @Jabber-ig3iw
    @Jabber-ig3iw 5 месяцев назад +1

    I’ve found optimil stuff a bit hit and miss, their door handles are complete garbage, but the quick release boss and swivel lock are great.

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Yeah, something can be... but on another hand the swivel look and steering boss are Great and also the LED puddle lights are brilliant on my Defender from Optimill...👌

  • @overlandready
    @overlandready 5 месяцев назад +1

    On initial inspection of the Optimill "swivel lock", it appears really easy to bypass, it's 3-4 grinder cuts and you can bypass it. So that would be about 3-4 minutes, yes it will slow a thief, but that's in reality it. slow, by about 4 minutes. Also to consider, the removable steering wheel is not road legal in the UK, as it can be removed while the vehicle is in motion - that makes it insecure. If it were to have a lock to it, then it would be able to be type approved, it's not so again, cannot be legal on UK roads. TA is required for any vehicle after 98.

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Just adds a bit more security to a Landrover Defender...it all helps along with some other things! Optimill has sold hundreds... of these quick-release boss and steering locks I am happy with it just make sure it put on properly before you drive away...Thanks for your message...👍

    • @garysmith82
      @garysmith82 3 месяца назад

      @@ROB_THE_DEFENDER totally agree Rob, if the thief happens to be carrying a angle grinder I suppose any anti theft device is removable 👍

  • @ElliotLJones
    @ElliotLJones 5 месяцев назад +1

    haha thoguht it was you yesterday, you was talking to me and my mate over by a Disco 3 and Disco 2 by the main door at the show😂

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah...I was at the Great British Landrover show Bristol and Bath Showgrounds... 🇬🇧 You should have said Hello! I did have a few people who sad Hello, recognise me from RUclips 😂 Thanks Mate...👍

  • @2702simmo
    @2702simmo 5 месяцев назад +1

    Another good video
    Looks a good bit of kit that

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much.... yeah it is very nicely made... Optimill do make some good quality products...for Defender...👍

  • @jaywhite2759
    @jaywhite2759 5 месяцев назад

    Just fitted one to mine 👍

  • @seansquire6020
    @seansquire6020 3 месяца назад +1

    What's to stop someone purchasing this product and then using the keys to then go and steal a defender that has one fitted??

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  3 месяца назад

      The two keys that you get with the Optimill steering wheel lock are numbered so they will only fit your steering wheel lock and will not work in someone else's system...just make sure that you keep the space keys somewhere safe... like the same thing as your Defender car keys...👍

    • @seansquire6020
      @seansquire6020 3 месяца назад

      @@ROB_THE_DEFENDER Ok. Thanks for the update. You may want to add that to your video

  • @YT-hv3ln
    @YT-hv3ln 5 месяцев назад +1

    People can cut keys off a photo of the keys FYI

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  3 месяца назад

      Someone would give it a try... if they were desperate to get keys cut...🤔

  • @garysmith82
    @garysmith82 3 месяца назад +1

    I’ve one for sale if anyone interested, just sold my defender but kept the lock

    • @ROB_THE_DEFENDER
      @ROB_THE_DEFENDER  Месяц назад

      It's always handy to have Optimill steering lock...👍