Great moods! And don’t worry about the oil leaks! It’s a Land Rover ;) You only worry if they don’t leak, because they may be out of oil. ;)) Marry Christmas !
Thanks! Haha yes it's a problem the leaking issue 😉. Our stock one wasn't leaking at all, we broke it during an intense offroad session and since we replaced it's leaking. We had it redone completely this years and it's leaking again...
I replaced the last quarter of the chassis. Replaced the battery box under the seat. Protected and painted half of the chassis. Replaced all four disc brakes. Restored transfer box and some more small things. .... u yes and half mounted 7inch radio. Lots of new adventures in the new year. 🎄🎁 Cheers. 🍺 & 🍷
My biggest Defender mod in 2021 was turning it into a Toyota Hilux.... After another major mechanical failure and the engine losing interest and dumping all its fluid on the road and leaving me stranded (yes it had been properly serviced!) I decided I'd had enough. I still look at Defenders with some envy. I loved my two (90 300Tdi and 110 Puma) but the cold hard reality is I live on a farm and they're just not as dependable as I need them to be.
Thanks for this comment! The most important point is that you found the best vehicle for your personal use. For us, toyota, nissan, Land Rover is not important at all. When our vehicle won't match our needs, we'll replace it. For the moment it's not the case. Enjoy your hilux and let us know your feedback about this pick-up as a working vehicle.
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you guy's. 1995 Landrover Defender 2.5l 300tdi county station wagon. Fitted new polly bushes, front and back. Busy repairing transfer case. Next is the full service.
Merry Christmas ! Busy year here on the Land Rovers. On my Td5 90 (2001) I started replacing the exhaust and ended up replacing the chassis with a galvanised one. Things always end up escalating quickly ! It also got some rock sliders, I banded a set of steel wheels for it, billet hinges on all the doors, some welding on the bulkhead, a new alternator, and some bits and bobs. Lots left to do though. On my 80” Series Land Rover (1951) I have replaced the gearbox, fitted suffix ‘B’ low range gears in the transfer box, fitted an overdrive with a special set up for the lever, rewired most of it, fitted sound proofing under the floor, new brake master cylinder and reservoir, some painting, new clutch mechanism parts, rebuilt transmission brake, new brake mechanical parts, new gearbox mounts with the old military addition stay bar, and a Roamerdrive finned transfer cover. Still lots I want to do on that - before I drive it to the Pyrenees. Busy year for my Land Rovers!
I did so much on my 1965 Unimog 404 this year! It is finally road legal, Build on the camper, Fixed the diesel pump thatw as stuck. Put on solar and 12volt. Rebuild teh roofrack etc etc etc :D to many to type haha But in May 2022 I willd rive Amsterdam - Northcape!
One of the areas of the LT230 that is prone to leaking is the intermediate shaft at the housing. It has a O Ring but the actual aluminium housing can wear out of round. One way to solve this is to machine the case and install a steel bush for the O Ring to run in. The steel won’t wear out like the aluminium.
Bought a Penman cargo trailer for my 110 defender. Going to put my camping gear and roof tent onto the trailer instead of in my Landy. Save weight and I find it more practical to just hook up a traiker for camping when you want and you get to have a base camp to drive away from. Having lived wth the roof tents for 15 years now I think its time to try an adventure trailer. The Penman were designed to be towed by Landys so should be a good solution.
Well… First off all Bonjour and Happy new year… after finally five month my Landy 110 HT is on the road . I did a few things to get it back on the road, I want go into to much details but the thing I like to mention is the Radio ! I have a full screen 📺 touch sensitive with a backup camera and it is much BIGGER (the screen) then the one you have. Phone is connected … Apple Car play included, for choice Android Auto also and the camera 🎥 is mounted the same place that you have. If you have a spare wheel in the back, I think a absolutely necessity… just my opinion ! Greetings from Germany everybody… Stay safe 👋
Yess, good to know! I'me waiting for new video of "what upgrade no more need" or regret after years of use? Mine, for example, was cheap chinese round switchs without light and name, at night every time call some saint to helpme to find it... now, for my mistake, spent again some money upgrade to rocker switch & panel with label and figure illuminated too, easy upgrade for better night exploring into the wild :D
'96 300TDi 110 this year has had fitted.... New side windows, Drivelodge pop up roof, side storage box, new solar panel, new Eberspacher heater, new winch bumper...
@@offtrackfamily it's fantastic! We've just got back from 4 nights wild camping in Norfolk, England. With the bed pushed up into the lifted roof, it's nice to be able to stand up fully in the back.
Happy holidays and a adventures new year! Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱❤️🇨🇭 No modifications yet, still waiting for my new iveco daily 4x4 from the Italian factory (waiting for a chip)…..☹️
Confined!!!????? What kind of Christmas is that? Anyway, Merry Christmas to you, your family and all the viewers. My 80 Series Land Cruiser says hi. ;-)
@@offtrackfamily bring that beauty over here. All the states that matter are completely open. We're so tired of all this BS so it's going to r a great year of traveling. 😀
I'm a big fan of Land Rovers. Here in the US it is hard to find Defenders with diesel engines and they are very expensive if you do. I have a Discovery and want a Defender some day. I've been noticing the aluminum box on the roof. Did you mention where you got it? On my Discovery, I've lifted it, changed the oil pan gasket, changed diff oils, plugs and wires, repaired the fuel tank, and bought a lot of other new parts I am slowly replacing.
Aah il a quand même mauvaise réputation ;) ... elle fuyait pas avant mais on l a détruite en tout terrain et avons dû la remplacer, depuis ça fuit malgré l avoir à nouveau complètement refaite cette année 😔
Bonsoir la Off-Track Family et joyeux noël, Très bien le résumé du Déf updating 👍. j'ai remarqué sur l'aile droite le positionnement de l'antenne radio, une bibande VHF/UHF je suppose. Serait il possible de me communiquer la référence car j'en cherche une de ce type. Merci les amis 😉
Merci! Bonne fêtes également. L antenne est une Diamond mais pour la réf il me semble qu elle est dans notre video générale de présentation du Def ou celle des radios.
Mis mejores deseos también para Uds. Disfruten estos días y que en el 2.022 cumplan todos sus objetivos. Un fuerte abrazo para toda la familia. A su pregunta, mi vehículo es también un LAND ROVER Defender del año 2.013... y pocas cosas me dan tanta libertad y deseos de vivir en naturaleza... y siempre hay que hacer cosas en él... es, en suma, como otro hijo de la familia.
🤔 Well yes everything is filmed for RUclips as it's my job. And, you shouldn't be shy pressing down that speed pedal, many Defenders can go that fast... some even more according to what other owners commented on my Instagram. Check out my latest IG post if you also watch my content overthere 😉
I watch all your videos, no need to clickbait me into them…..glad you did though 😉
Haha thanks! But I don't see any clickbait: there's me, the Defender, and what I share in the video 🤔😉
Great moods!
And don’t worry about the oil leaks! It’s a Land Rover ;)
You only worry if they don’t leak, because they may be out of oil. ;))
Marry Christmas !
Thanks! Haha yes it's a problem the leaking issue 😉. Our stock one wasn't leaking at all, we broke it during an intense offroad session and since we replaced it's leaking. We had it redone completely this years and it's leaking again...
I love your video's. Beside being very natural and well made, they are also very useful. You have already helped me!
Thanks for your feedback! Don't forget to subscribe, like and share to help me to continue! Thanks for the support!
I replaced the last quarter of the chassis. Replaced the battery box under the seat. Protected and painted half of the chassis. Replaced all four disc brakes. Restored transfer box and some more small things. .... u yes and half mounted 7inch radio. Lots of new adventures in the new year. 🎄🎁
Cheers. 🍺 & 🍷
Loads of work done 💪
@@offtrackfamily Absolutely despite shoulder surgery. This year I hope it will be better, because the series 3 is waiting for me. Cheers. 🍷 & 🍺
All the Best , Off Track Family x
Thanks! To you too :)
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year…..Wishing you safe travels ahead .
Thanks! Same for you :)
Your work is amazing and very learning. I also have defender 2012 and willing for some upgrades. Also your personality is charming. Happy journeys
Thank you! Happy you find useful info :)
Love your video’s. Erik (td4 2014 poptop)
Thanks! :)
Ho Ho Ho from the North Pole. Merry Christmas!🎄 Santa and Mrs. Claus love your channel and wish they had a Land Rover too!
🎅🏻🤶🏻
Not sure he would be able to deliver all the presents 🤔 😁. Thanks a lot for your message 🙂
@@offtrackfamily
Lol
My biggest Defender mod in 2021 was turning it into a Toyota Hilux....
After another major mechanical failure and the engine losing interest and dumping all its fluid on the road and leaving me stranded (yes it had been properly serviced!) I decided I'd had enough.
I still look at Defenders with some envy. I loved my two (90 300Tdi and 110 Puma) but the cold hard reality is I live on a farm and they're just not as dependable as I need them to be.
Thanks for this comment! The most important point is that you found the best vehicle for your personal use. For us, toyota, nissan, Land Rover is not important at all. When our vehicle won't match our needs, we'll replace it. For the moment it's not the case. Enjoy your hilux and let us know your feedback about this pick-up as a working vehicle.
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you guy's. 1995 Landrover Defender 2.5l 300tdi county station wagon. Fitted new polly bushes, front and back. Busy repairing transfer case. Next is the full service.
Thanks for the message! Happy holidays to you to. Loads of work done on yours :)
Merry Christmas !
Busy year here on the Land Rovers.
On my Td5 90 (2001) I started replacing the exhaust and ended up replacing the chassis with a galvanised one. Things always end up escalating quickly !
It also got some rock sliders, I banded a set of steel wheels for it, billet hinges on all the doors, some welding on the bulkhead, a new alternator, and some bits and bobs. Lots left to do though.
On my 80” Series Land Rover (1951) I have replaced the gearbox, fitted suffix ‘B’ low range gears in the transfer box, fitted an overdrive with a special set up for the lever, rewired most of it, fitted sound proofing under the floor, new brake master cylinder and reservoir, some painting, new clutch mechanism parts, rebuilt transmission brake, new brake mechanical parts, new gearbox mounts with the old military addition stay bar, and a Roamerdrive finned transfer cover.
Still lots I want to do on that - before I drive it to the Pyrenees.
Busy year for my Land Rovers!
Very busy indeed 🙂! Thanks for the message and looking forward continuing next year.
u guys deserve more sub
Thanks! Don't hesitate to share :)
I did so much on my 1965 Unimog 404 this year! It is finally road legal, Build on the camper, Fixed the diesel pump thatw as stuck. Put on solar and 12volt. Rebuild teh roofrack etc etc etc :D to many to type haha
But in May 2022 I willd rive Amsterdam - Northcape!
Well done! Unimog is an awsome project for a camper! I can only arppove!
One of the areas of the LT230 that is prone to leaking is the intermediate shaft at the housing. It has a O Ring but the actual aluminium housing can wear out of round. One way to solve this is to machine the case and install a steel bush for the O Ring to run in. The steel won’t wear out like the aluminium.
Thanks for sharing this.
Bought a Penman cargo trailer for my 110 defender. Going to put my camping gear and roof tent onto the trailer instead of in my Landy. Save weight and I find it more practical to just hook up a traiker for camping when you want and you get to have a base camp to drive away from. Having lived wth the roof tents for 15 years now I think its time to try an adventure trailer. The Penman were designed to be towed by Landys so should be a good solution.
Thanks for sharing this! it's great to evolve according to our needs and will to continue enjoying the outdoors :)
Well…
First off all Bonjour and Happy new year… after finally five month my Landy 110 HT is on the road .
I did a few things to get it back on the road, I want go into to much details but the thing I like to mention is the Radio !
I have a full screen 📺 touch sensitive with a backup camera and it is much BIGGER (the screen) then the one you have.
Phone is connected …
Apple Car play included, for choice Android Auto also and the camera 🎥 is mounted the same place that you have.
If you have a spare wheel in the back, I think a absolutely necessity… just my opinion !
Greetings from Germany everybody…
Stay safe 👋
Thanks for your feedback! What's the model of your radio? Do you have a link?
@@offtrackfamily
It’s a … ZENEC … MODELL Z-N528
That is the cheap Modell … starting price around 400 Euros … goin way UP 😜
bon noël et bonne année
Merci, à vous aussi
Yess, good to know! I'me waiting for new video of "what upgrade no more need" or regret after years of use? Mine, for example, was cheap chinese round switchs without light and name, at night every time call some saint to helpme to find it...
now, for my mistake, spent again some money upgrade to rocker switch & panel with label and figure illuminated too, easy upgrade for better night exploring into the wild :D
Thanks! We learn by making mistakes :) sure I can add this topic to my list.
@@offtrackfamily you are an inspiration for what I think it's overlanding and knowledge, thank for sharing 🔥🤩👍
'96 300TDi 110 this year has had fitted.... New side windows, Drivelodge pop up roof, side storage box, new solar panel, new Eberspacher heater, new winch bumper...
Cool upgrades! Are you happy with the pop up roof?
@@offtrackfamily it's fantastic! We've just got back from 4 nights wild camping in Norfolk, England. With the bed pushed up into the lifted roof, it's nice to be able to stand up fully in the back.
merry Christmas
To you too!
Happy holidays and a adventures new year! Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱❤️🇨🇭
No modifications yet, still waiting for my new iveco daily 4x4 from the Italian factory (waiting for a chip)…..☹️
Thanks! We return the greetings :) wow that's a cool upgrade the iveco daily 4x4!
Confined!!!????? What kind of Christmas is that? Anyway, Merry Christmas to you, your family and all the viewers.
My 80 Series Land Cruiser says hi. ;-)
Yes a messed up holiday season because of covid. Hi to your 80 series 🙂
@@offtrackfamily bring that beauty over here. All the states that matter are completely open. We're so tired of all this BS so it's going to r a great year of traveling. 😀
I'm a big fan of Land Rovers. Here in the US it is hard to find Defenders with diesel engines and they are very expensive if you do. I have a Discovery and want a Defender some day. I've been noticing the aluminum box on the roof. Did you mention where you got it? On my Discovery, I've lifted it, changed the oil pan gasket, changed diff oils, plugs and wires, repaired the fuel tank, and bought a lot of other new parts I am slowly replacing.
Thanks for sharing! The roof box was custom made from Krodinger metall 👍
@@offtrackfamily Thank you, I will check them out.
Super 👌💪
Thanks!
Thanks alot . we can I buy the spears or order? I'm in Zambia
I think that most companies do send worldwide, depending which spare parts you need it's a different shop.
Bonjour,
C'est un land , quand cela ne fuit plus, c'est qu'il n'y a plus d'huile...il faut juste faire le plein . Une jauge anglaise!!!
Aah il a quand même mauvaise réputation ;) ... elle fuyait pas avant mais on l a détruite en tout terrain et avons dû la remplacer, depuis ça fuit malgré l avoir à nouveau complètement refaite cette année 😔
And the differentials said AAAAAAAHHHHHHH
And here I thought a Defender could only go 160 kph if you drove it off a cliff 😂
😆
Bonsoir la Off-Track Family et joyeux noël, Très bien le résumé du Déf updating 👍. j'ai remarqué sur l'aile droite le positionnement de l'antenne radio, une bibande VHF/UHF je suppose. Serait il possible de me communiquer la référence car j'en cherche une de ce type. Merci les amis 😉
Merci! Bonne fêtes également. L antenne est une Diamond mais pour la réf il me semble qu elle est dans notre video générale de présentation du Def ou celle des radios.
Nice and helpful vid like always ;-)
Is there an Land Rover requirement to renew the glow plugs? Which the symptoms lead you to the renew?
A difficult cold start when the temperature was negative.
Mis mejores deseos también para Uds. Disfruten estos días y que en el 2.022 cumplan todos sus objetivos. Un fuerte abrazo para toda la familia. A su pregunta, mi vehículo es también un LAND ROVER Defender del año 2.013... y pocas cosas me dan tanta libertad y deseos de vivir en naturaleza... y siempre hay que hacer cosas en él... es, en suma, como otro hijo de la familia.
Thanks for your message, also wish you the best for 2022.
How are you getting on with the radio / camera?
Quite well for the moment. It handled well all wobbling of the tracks.
Me réjouis de t'entendre ;)
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:)
Up grade quE gaPaaa Landrover
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Que guapaaa😘😍
gracias
Thanks alot.were can I buy the spears for land Rover defender I'm in Zambia
It‘s a shame… travel guys…😂
No Defender does 160 km/hr. Rest is nearly no upgrades just maintenance. Everthing is now filmed for youtube.
Mine does☺️
🤔 Well yes everything is filmed for RUclips as it's my job. And, you shouldn't be shy pressing down that speed pedal, many Defenders can go that fast... some even more according to what other owners commented on my Instagram. Check out my latest IG post if you also watch my content overthere 😉