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afaik the Santana gearbox is reputed to be stronger and more durable then the Solihull gearboxes from the same period. Had one in my 109 mated to a 4.1 Chev straight six and the box was solid despite the extra torque. Have you driven it? Bet the steering is pretty vague :)

Thanks for the welcome guys. @ justaddmtns, the KM2's have been ideal. They have travelled 30 000kms over every surface (except snow and ice) and will probably last another 40 000kms. No punctures, or loss of air ever. They cost R2000 ea here which is about $ 250. Here are some pics of my 109...

Hi all. I am new to this site so i thought i should introduce myself. I am a South African who loves to travel Africa in my 130 Defender. With my wife and 2 young kids i have travelled South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, the Serengeti and Ngorogoro Crater, Zambia, Namibia and a bit of...