I would suggest you have a look at http://www.alivetuning.com/ as Gary is very well regarded in the Land Rover community
http://www.youtube.com/user/td5alive
I am going to view a 61 plate 90 XS in Sumatra Black on Tuesday with a view to buying. Eventually it will replace my LR D3, in about 4 months time once we return from the family holiday to France. My intention is to either "Twist" it (http://www.twistedperformance.co.uk/) or to send it to JE Engineering, which is nearer to me, for an engine re-map, intercooler etc (to not less than 180bhp and 450nm) plus a fast road suspension upgrade. The car will be used for a daily drive (not commuting) and general duties including family/dog carrier. Any guys on here with experience of running one of these or have a similar enthusiasm for the old Landie?
I would suggest you have a look at http://www.alivetuning.com/ as Gary is very well regarded in the Land Rover community
http://www.youtube.com/user/td5alive
Thanks very much for the pointer. I am very much open to other recommendations. The car I am looking at is a virtually new, unmolested example, upon which I want to put my own stamp.
I'm more familar with older defender's but have heard nothng but good things about JE.
Good feedback. Thanks.Originally Posted by paulpsz008
How about one ready to go!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251008208789? ... 1438.l2649
Update. I bought a beautiful 61 plate in black yesterday, for collection next week. A visit to JE Engineering is then on the cards for a remap, new inter cooler and s/s exhaust. I cannot wait. :D
Congrats! I love the Defenders.
I've got a 2002 Disco which I've had for a couple of years now - a happy medium for me with lots of creature comforts but also very capable offroad. Here she is:
Please post a pics of yours at some point.
Nice Jeep. :) For me, I have hankered after a Defender for several years now, having had a series of the more grown up Discos and RRs. JE Engineering have a very close and longstanding affiliation with JLR, so I am confident they will deliver the goods, although like you I have always heard very good feedback on the tunit products.
S
That is a stunning Jeep mate, I have a Grand Cherokee V8 just short of 400bhp, Absolutely brilliant motors, Would NEVER again consider a land rover product i am afraid just totally impractical in terms of comfort ,reliability, practicality. Fine if you want to buy a hobby and like mending stuff.
Seems we shall have to agree to disagree. Having over a number of years savoured so-called premium products from Audi, VW, Porsche, Lotus, BMW, Maserati and various others, my current automotive joy is the venerable Defender.Originally Posted by fishman307
Another vote for the Jeep V8 GC. Mines a duel fuel running on LPG which makes it half reasonable on fuel costs as well.
Twisted are very capable, however i have to ask do you need that performance, if you are simply a city driver, then whats the point,
"Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action."
'Populism, the last refuge of a Tory scoundrel'.
But it is only 180bhp? To my mind, this brings the Def's performance to no more than normal i.e. luke warm hatch standards, so why wouldn't you?Originally Posted by number2
Do not worry. No low pros for me. :)Originally Posted by WingTsun
The current OEMs are Continentals I believe, which I shall be leaving on for now. Pics follow once I get her, as the ad on Autotrader has now been removed.Originally Posted by WingTsun
Here she is..
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/largep ... NDER&trade
..only joking. :wink:
As it happens a standard Def has enough low down torque to make standing starts in the city perfectly acceptable, i know, as ive owned 90s and 110s and am a Def fan, Twisted know their stuff, but if you are just a city bod with occassional trips up country dont bother messing with the performance, get some interior enhancements, heated seats should be a must, proper chiller box, leather seats, to see how it should be done look at Mercedes G Wagons,Originally Posted by Skyman
"Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action."
'Populism, the last refuge of a Tory scoundrel'.
Guess I am a "city bod", to use your quaint phrase, who appreciates a little on-road performance. The 90 XS has most mod cons (you can stick your chiller box though :wink: ) so I will not miss out there. And as for the thought of a ghastly G-wagen.....please, you are having a laugh, right? :wink:
:lol:Originally Posted by WingTsun
^^^^^typical Jeep-owning, homosexual roughneck behaviour...........
Nuff said. I had forgotten about that. :wink:Originally Posted by learningtofly
Oh yes yes, and paint it in Camel Trophy colours hahahahha, then youll really look the part!Originally Posted by WingTsun
"Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action."
'Populism, the last refuge of a Tory scoundrel'.
Great choice - I had a go in a JE sorted version over here and was v impressed.
The Jeep is a no go.
It's just a matter of time...
I like this one;
It's just a matter of time...
Dont know if they still do BF Goodrich Trail TA i put some on a trooper i had a few years ago and could not wear them out! Superb tyres they had done 65000 mls when i got rid of the motor and were still legal, Not too noisy on tarmac and as much grip as i ever needed, But having said that I have the Jeep on pirelli scorpions as once you start running in the Ahem upper speeds i wouldnt really fancy off roady type tyres, I do think there comes a point where speed rating matters. The black landy looks stunning and i cant deny they are a cool motor but never been good for me and i have had a few over the years, I will admit i never considered a Jeep till a few years ago a Cherokee 4.0 fell into my hands and i loved it you just couldnt break it and it never let me down,
The V8 terrifies most buyers and can be as cheap as chips but what a motor, and to me acceptable at 21Mpg average, I just save up to pass stuff. LOL and it is a second car.
Yep, that's the ticket.Originally Posted by Omegamanic
I really need some new tyres but after buying the ally bash plate I really haven't got the budget for BFG's so was looking at the new Gen Grabber AT's or Cooper STT's both on 235/85 16?
Hopefully I'll be muddyIng my TD5 90 at the East Anglian Off Road Show 16-17/6/12 @ PE31 6RH. :roll:
Regards M.
Any ways back on the subject ..... :shock:
Iv'e used twisted performance with an adjustable upgrade with no problems for the 60,000 miles i covered ..... 8)
Today's the day. Collection in 4 hours and counting. Mildly excited. :DOriginally Posted by Skyman
Try not to be bitchy now.
From a pimped up Jeep owner. :lol:
Been on many expeditions have you? The paint work and associated bling look a bit too shiny. :wink:Originally Posted by WingTsun
Is your :twisted: stuck? Perhaps through overuse?
And t'is a shame the Jeep looks like something the Hoff would cruise around in. :twisted:
To be honest with you mate, I am happy to know bugger all about off-roading if that's what you have to drive around in when you are a subject matter expert. :D
Awesome bit of kit......chuffed to bits. :D
:lol:Originally Posted by Skyman
Pics tomorrow.........have you seen the bloody weather outside! :wink:
And a quick pic (apologies for the BB quality) as promised. I love this car. :D
We want (well I want) pics!Originally Posted by Skyman
Saw a bumper sticker on a 110 last night - "I'd rather push my Land Rover than drive a Jeep".
Just as I was about to post - you've gone and added some! :|
It's just a matter of time...
Glad to oblige (and to pre-empt you - just :wink: ). I shall take some better ones.
I really like that - I'd have one but my downsizing is on progress, so no cars, bikes or - lets forge the or, as my willpower isn't strong enough to stay away from watches completely - so a 2 out 1 in principle at worst case scenario will be adopted.
Enjoy - I am quite envious :)
It's just a matter of time...
Tbh, I am "tailoring" my expenses too having semi-retired quite early, however I was persuaded by the bullet proof residuals on Deffies. This one cost me just over £23,500 cash (at only 6 months old, 6,000 miles, the previous owner being a JLR employee), and I am sure will be worth not far off that for the next 18/24 months - so I can always realise my assets if need be.Originally Posted by Omegamanic
Cheers,
S
Originally Posted by WingTsun
It did look very dirty :)
It's just a matter of time...
I had a Freelander Van modded by JE Engineering many moons ago. Big wheels, intercooler, suspension etc. Looked the business. So much so in fact that one day I turned up at the Abingdon Land Rover show and they directed me straight to the concourse. I won 2nd place and the judge said I would have won if it could go off road!
If you're upgrading power etc. don't forget the brakes! :)
Originally Posted by Skyman
I've had dealings with them and from discussions, they control the second hand pricing as they have the largest stock of second hand motors and release them onto the market if the prices are too high, and reduce the flow if prices fall, it's a good way of keeping the product selling and having a good second hand market.
Sold our Defender 90 County last year in exchange for a Hilux. Miss the Defender. Drove as cool as it looked.
I seem to remember Barbie had the same car in PINK!Originally Posted by WingTsun
"Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action."
'Populism, the last refuge of a Tory scoundrel'.