ibexman Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 As above guys, I would still like a utility base model ,tdv6 mm maybe tdv10 in board centre mounted winch option ala ibex optional air con alloys muds , any veiws pictures wellcomed cheers chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazzar Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 As above guys, I would still like a utility base model ,tdv6 mm maybe tdv10 in board centre mounted winch option ala ibex optional air con alloys muds , any veiws pictures wellcomed cheers chris quiet, able to take abuse, reliable, user servicable, economic, capable off road and corrosion resistant. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forestrynick Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 axle lockers, none of this nonsense traction control Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardAllen Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Simple, bombproof, able to run off a couiple of wires, 300TDi engine option maybe !? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C18RCH Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 The less electronics the better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4444244 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 same as always but with a galv chassis and bulkhead... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reb78 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 same as always but with a galv chassis and bulkhead... I'm with Mike - why change something we all love so much already?? Same question seemed to be asked in London about a replacement for the Routemaster bus. The best designs submitted were basically drawings of the old Routemasters! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicks90 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 as above really. Its a good truck, so pretty much leave it alone. Galvy chassis + bulkhead, axles with nissan or ford strength internals and optional lockers, aircon, 2.8tgv diesel or tuned td5, uprated manual box and optional auto, decent build quality! Only major change i would suggest is to lengthen the swb to a 100". Not cos i'm a big fan of the 100" challenge brigade, but i think the extra 7" in the wheelbase would go along way to making more room in the cab for taller people and better seats, without compromising rear load space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy_SP Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 As above, but I'd go further with the corrosion-resistance. I'd fit stainless steel wherever possible - fasteners, brackets, door frames, fuel tank, etc., etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murray l Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 A rot proof 300 TDi as was . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tychoS Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 No mud traps Built-in proper roll over protection (just as important for the daily commute as for offroad use) Re-introduce the "catflap" air inlets under the windscreen Better tolerances and overall build quality 1 & 2 could perhaps be achieved by using a Bowler style tubular spaceframe instead of the present chassis. It must be possible to design a shape that still allows for a wide range of body style choiches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommi Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 TDV6 or TDV8, lockers, and automatic gearbox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Train Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Electric drive with individual wheel motors and independent suspension giving huge ground clearance without being too high off the ground or having massive wheels and tyres. The chassis can be a large section central backbone that houses the battery tray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headhunter Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I see twitter seems to get everywhere these days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantd5 Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 A truck that identifies the owner. One that would yell at the thieving scum and give him an ejection most likely get him out of the car or shoot him out in the air when bums land on seat!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reb78 Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 A truck that identifies the owner. One that would yell at the thieving scum and give him an ejection most likely get him out of the car or shoot him out in the air when bums land on seat!! So you want Kit out of Knight Rider in Defender form??!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landrover598 Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 A decent size rear door would be nice too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Provided they don't look garish like these export only Fire & Ice & more pictures here don't know whats with the black 'carbon fibre effect' bonnets & roofs look really yuck to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russianfrog Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Steering wheel a bit less close to the door, and airbags could be handy too. The rest is just okay right now! A screw-pull maybe (for picnics)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top90 Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 A little more space in the cab, you can get by but it's way behind most other vehicles for driver comfort if you are tall. Just that, and more corrosion ressistance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettS Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Available in Canada! Brett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eduardo Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 here is my wish list - Keep the shape and the main specs (angles, tow capacity, etc) - Solve the leaking problems (dust - water) - Improvement in the Puma motor to be more reliable or try with other motor (6th gear is fantastic) - Reduce the steering radius - Increase the response to acceleration - More space in the cab to accomodate big drivers. - Lower 2nd row to be at the heigh of the window - Airbags - More Rolling protection (cage or other measure) Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cackshifter Posted June 12, 2009 Share Posted June 12, 2009 Stainless chassis. live axles, 4 pinion diffs with lockers. Doors with locks. Hard chromed seal surfaces with PTFE seals. No water leaks. No rattly sliding windows. Inbuilt roll cage. Room for big tyres with a decent turning circle. Emphasis on rugged simple well (even over)engineered and built durabilty with a 30 year life expectancy, and kind to the planet because it doesn't have to be remanufactured every 10 years or so, or need sophisticated materials. In fact every time the designer specifies mild steel or plastic he should be asked why. Bit roomier inside, but spartan finish and styling to put people off buying it eg for the school run if they don't actually need it. Electronics OK for some things (eg intermittent wipe) but they need to be cheap, generic, rugged, and easily replaced or faults diagnosed, and ideally not stop the vehicle if they don't work. Nigel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ob1 Posted June 12, 2009 Share Posted June 12, 2009 The 4.2 6cylinder Td from the Ford F250 (or TDV8/6) Drivetrain upgraded to take the torque At least rear locker Coilsprung live axiles Newer bodystyle to accomodate guys like me (6ft3) without making it feel cramped, making it look unmistakealbe Defender Waterproofing In that order please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cackshifter Posted June 12, 2009 Share Posted June 12, 2009 Or even the 3.2 200bhp 5cyl from the transit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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