miketomcat

My ibex is built on stock axles (110) and running gear/engine (disco) though it does have a Salisbury on the back. So yes the main reason will be gearing and preservation. The wheels and tyres came up at the right price at the right time they are bfg km1's on mach 5 split rims. As for 33" tyres they suit my driving style which is greenlaning and marshalling our events I don't need to drive into that gaping great pit of mud when I can drive round it and extract the person that did. I can't remember the offset of the mods on 45 but I don't recall changing the lock stops so I guess the extra width is on the outside. Mike

I ran bfg km2 285/75x16 on my previous 110 they were on 8" modular rims (now on our 90) the truck had a 2" lift. I never had any issues the occasional rub on full articulation. I liked them, our current 110 is on 255's if I'm honest I prefer the 285's. My ibex is on 35x12.50 but I can see me dropping to 285's when it finally makes it to the road. Mike

I think the bottom line is a 200 is over cooled as standard and a fan does nothing over about 45mph, therefore a fan is almost not required. However if you can fit the viscous do so, if not fit an electric fan preferably on a temp switch or manual switch if not. Failing that don't fit one but remember it doesn't take much to tip the balance the wrong way and that's your look out. I have viscous on one and electric on the other nuff said.... Mike

Viscous fan on a 200tdi disco engine will fit in a 90/110 but it must be in the td/na position, have a 4 bolt steering box and with a little trimming a td cowl fits upside down. Mike

When running on our front tank it will transfer all 45ltrs to the rear tank via the return in about 10 miles. So yes it's normal. Mike

I'm watching with interest

I fitted a discovery flap and recess in the side of my ibex. I got one cut out of a panel the drilled the rivets out and prised it out of the body panel. Then I flattened out the bit of body panel to use as a cutting template. Bit of careful hammer work, some new rivets and some paint. Mike

I've got to extract something at or before the weekend so I'm sure I can pass it to Dave for you.Mike

I've got a folder you can borrow if you want it's a cheapy but it did bits on the ibex ok. It's 800mm but the fold in the middle of 1.5 Ali at full length is not as tight as the ends. I've also got a blade and vee block for a press only 250mm long but I've managed over a 1m by bend a bit move on then come back and do a bit more. Mike

You have my sympathys. Speedy recovery. Mike

I'd take the props off to check the uj's I've had one that seized even when well greased only found it because I took the prop off (it was giving me a vibration). Mike

Straight swap. Just use you old hand brake the casings/out put flange are the same failing that I think it's only a new cable but not sure off hand. Mike

Well I can safely say you can get 53.25lt use out of a 89 ninety tank though I thinks I was cutting it a little fine oops. Mike

For me it's synthetic all day everyday I agree with mickeyw though. You can always keep the rope clean and off the drum in your motor it takes but minutes to spool it on. I snapped a plasma in Russia it A, didn't kill or injure any one and B, we tied it in a knot carried on and spliced it properly at camp. That rope has had much use since. Mike

How well did you flush it and are you sure it was straight water before. We had an interesting problem at work a customer had topped up his antifreeze and the system turned to jelly. It turned out this can happen if you mix red and blue antifreeze the heat exchanger was almost solid. Mike

Take the pto cover off mark the shaft, mark the prop flange then roll the truck forward one revolution of the prop and see where the other mark has got to. The other will then be roughly a 1/4 turn on (1.2), half a turn on (1.4) or a bit further still (1.6) from a full turn. I think that's the right way round. Mike

Just my 5 eggs. It wouldn't fail iva with no abs provided the brakes met the standard which they would. I had two 200 discos with no abs from new so can't see how you could prove it was there if completely removed. If disabled yes mot fail etc but if removed I'm not so sure. Mike

Just noticed fridge's post says on site catering what he means is : tea and coffee! Mike

And they wonder why people drive with no insurance. I don't condone it but surely if they made the prices more sensible less would go without. Mike

The club trailer makes 45 sweat going up there too. Mike

I'd agree ours is only 18 months old and looking seriously ropey. I bought it because it was the only one I could get at the time but never again.Mike

Attending Summer & Seven Sisters 2016 For 2016 we are allowing non-road-legal vehicles to attend our Seven Sisters events, subject to the rules below. If you have any doubts or questions about bringing your vehicle please contact us well in advance and we will be able to advise. If your vehicle is a road legal 4x4: If your vehicle is a 4x4 which has a valid MOT and insurance, as well as seats & seat belts for ALL occupants (regardless of MOT requirement) then you are welcome to attend. If your vehicle is a non-road-legal 4x4: Non-road-registered 4x4's must meet the following criteria: The vehicle must have a FULL MSA, ARC, or Ultra-4 approved roll cage The vehicle must have secure seats & belts for all occupants Vehicles must be able to demonstrate: Working brakes including parking brake Working steering Safe and secure fuel tank, battery and exhaust. Vehicles attending the night-time event must have front & rear lights We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you insure your truck with 3rd party cover failure to do so could result in you being sued. We will NOT allow "bangers on trailers" or other unsafe vehicles to participate - please DO NOT try to attend if you are in any doubt without having contacted the club in advance, the Shire Land Rover Club reserves the right to deny entry to ANY vehicle that the marshals feel is unsafe, without refund. Any other vehicles: The Shire Land Rover Club cannot admit motorbikes, trikes, quads, or vehicles over 5 tonnes. Light off-road 4x4 and 6x6 trucks such as Pinzgauer, Unimog and Volvo are welcome subject to meeting the standard club rules above. If you have any doubts or questions about bringing your vehicle please contact us well in advance and we will be able to advise. Newcomers The Shire Land Rover Club aims to run off-road events suitable for all vehicles from shiny family runabouts to the hardcore challenge trucks, there is usually something for all vehicles & abilities to have a go at. However, conditions can vary so if you are new to the scene please get in touch and just ask! Newcomers are always welcomed, please introduce yourself to a marshal or member of the committee (anyone wearing a hi-viz at an event should be able to help you) if you are new & would like any help, advice, or information - we would much rather you ask than keep quiet & end up stuck!

Insure your house well. I think there is a difference in jet for mains/bottle gas. Mike

Insure your house well. I think there is a difference in jet for mains/bottle gas. Mike

I bought one two years ago ran it for a year then broke it for the ibex and sold what was left. It very nearly paid for itself in fact it would of done if I hadn't kept bits. Mike