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Our tyre tracking is out. Can anyone help us with the measurements so we can re-align. For example, if we are looking at both the front tyres only - what should be the difference in millimetres front to back of each (front) tyre. And measurement in distance from the inside of one tyre to the...

Currently on the road in Russia - all well. Checking into LZ after what feels like a lifetime. Just thought we'd share a poem our daughter Jessica wrote - thought it would be quite apt to put it here and also to say hello to everyone............................... One Life, Live It "The...

Hi all, We didn't get much of a chance before we left the UK but after a long time planning and alot of help from everyone, just thought we'd check-in to advise we're on the road and all is well. Currently in ol' Dracula's territory in Bran, Romania. Roads have been interesting to say the least...

We are in the process of taking what feel like some big brave steps to travel across Russia, Mongolia and into China using our own vehicle. We are starting in Scandinavia during April/May this year. We have been planning for some time but the reality is now kicking in big time. Hoping we might...

We're looking to store vehicle + one in Helsinki for anything between 2-8 weeks May-June this year. Not having much joy. If anyone knows/hears of anywhere/anyone or has contacts, please could they let me know. Many thanks & Happy New Year all !!!!!!!!!!!

We have had two fuel pump issues quite close together on 1998 Defender 110 300 TDI (CSW) – causing power loss – (could still move but very slowly). First happened not long after purchasing vehicle at 500 miles. Apart from a couple of outings, spent long time on the drive with the 2nd occurring...

We've been trying to do some good and make a difference in a small way. This morning posted some info on the Hubb. Would like to share with you and ask for your support if you can. Educational Aid for Children in Burlacu, Moldova - The HUBB If any of you are in the St Neots, Cambs area over...

Out of interest - anyone know of a reasonably affordable suitable truck solution with 2-front, 2 back passenger config that also allows room in back to sleep?. Have seen the Azalai plus Nene's offerings but wondered if there are trucks out there with front and back seats already in place and not...

Interesting thread on www.jollyfollies.com website re: budget they have kept. Ours resembles nothing like this - we went well over what they spent in just 8 weeks. Ahem - we have alot of improving to do.

Family travelling from Oz to Uk - not LR but thought people might be interested in having a look at.

Update on what we did with our vehicle in prep for travelling with kids & caravan plus verdict following recent trip. Only read if really bored and got loads of time. Bit long winded. Much of what we did in terms of configuring for the kids came initailly from hounding you all for bright ideas...

Hello all, Thought you might be interested to see our blog update - day 1 disaster and we are only 4 days into our 7.5 week UK to Morrocco trip. Am beginning to think we are a bit jinxed. We went for both a hand winch and an electric winch in the end - little good they are doing at present...

We've been advised that the canvas for our Jurgens off road caravan is made by Howling Moon. Trek Overland are the only distributors of Howling Moon here in the UK. We ordered and paid for a replacement last August 2008 but still waiting (June 2009)! we finally decided to cancel and obtain a...

A bit con-fussed. We're thinking about a winch for 110 CSW. We thought 'no' at first (not for LR in any case) but given distance we're covering along with off-road caravan that weighs 1.8T GVM - thought might be a sensible decision to have afterall. Have been offered Britpart (9500i) as cheap...

Has anyone used these instead of 3T Trolley Jack or a Hi-Lift Jack? Am wondering as being a girl (a laydeeeey!) and if an emergency and hubby can't help or not around for any reason (stuck in a ravine?) don't think I'd be able to lift the trolley jack out of the vehicle myself (the wheel I could...

We have taken great help and advice from you guys in preparation for our bigger trip next year, (2 adults, 2 kids). As part of this, we decided to do a bit of a trip this summer through France and Spain and will have 3 weeks in Morrocco. Any ideas for us for Morrocco route? Will have off road...

Tom Sheppard's book seems to have been attracting huge prices on e-Bay and Amazon etc recently due to being out of print. If anyone interested, have just managed to get a copy of edition 2.1. Tom has done a reprint of 500 copies but think he is down to his last few. Cost is £40 plus shipping...

As a complete novice - think I have identified that I have a 300Tdi - based on the fact that it's a Defender 110 CSW 2495cc 1998 P reg. Looking under the bonnet - the simple tell tale signs I've read about being the yellow dip stick and rubber matting cover over the turbo. Also the age of the...

Can anyone advise what their most common issues/sensitivities have been when doing an expedition? What did you find failed or raised a problem the most with vehicle? What to look out for. Have seen lists of 'spares and equipment' that people bring (all goes right over our heads) and list seems...

If anyone interested in considering 'which vehicle' - have just posted some useful correspondance from Drive to Oz - From Croydon to Cairns - team (2 adults, 3 children) currently in Laos using Toyota Land Cruiser team and ourselves - using Land Rover Defender to our website diary (blog) at...