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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    I found 5 LR3 wheels in very good condition for $400.
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    Thinking the jump to 275 and 32"+ OD will require Johnson Rods and a new rear bumper that includes tire carrier. (Kaymar?) So budget accordingly and start with the rear bumper, end with 275 tires. Plastic modifications/relocations still required.
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    The BFG LT265/65R18 is 31.7" OD vs. the GG AT2 at 31.5". But, section width is now 10.7" so you might experience less interference with the plastic trim pieces. I would expect the BFG to have the same issues for the spare, maybe slightly more? Forgot to add - Instead of dismounting my original...
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    For the wheel well thinking that 265/65 at 10.7" would help but maybe not. The 285/60 is 31.5". Keep in mind I'm stock height. I would expect the same issues for either size for the stock spare tire location.
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    Update: - Original config: 2011 LR4 with 20" P-rated tires (worked for previous owner in New Mexico) - 30mm spacers - 10 spoke LR3 wheels - General Grabber AT2 LT285/60R18's which are 31.5" OD and 11.5" section width - Stock height to fit in my FHA approved garage (no rods) Issues to fit the...
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    Choosing my first overland vehicle

    Yup, you nailed it. If the feature you want fails, then you are not a happy camper. Each person is different. For me it was command seating position, narrow pillars, excellent view of trail ahead, lots of glass, heavy, V8, all around excellent choice for city, rural, family, off-road, ...
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    Choosing my first overland vehicle

    Actually, yes. Look at what I wrote. Supplier quality control is the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer, in this case Toyota. Each lot of product is tested and certified to be in compliance with the manufacturer's specifications. DANA process and Toyota QA failed in this case. First...
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    Choosing my first overland vehicle

    Supplier quality control is the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer, in this case Toyota. Each lot of product is tested and certified to be in compliance with the manufacturer's specifications. DANA process and Toyota QA failed in this case. Recall: 150,000 Toyota Tacoma pickups for...
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    Choosing my first overland vehicle

    - Overlanding ....... 1 to 5 days - Two boys .......... who have friends - Camping trips .......... with two boys, more stuff than you realize and that doesn't include the kitchen sink - Vehicle of choice considerations ........... seating, cargo capacity and future towing requirements...
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    Range rover classic breaks

    Example: (not an endorsement, just a search of the interweb) http://www.bba-reman.com/catalogue/Products.aspx?category=113 And as noted, some have converted to non-ABS. It is possible.
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    Without a air suspension failure strategy / bump stop increase I don't think 32" or larger tires are a viable alternative. Not a "Land Rover" unique perspective but you WILL experience an issue at the most inconvenient time. The IID tool might clear the fault, but what if it can't? In summary a...
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    My requirements are winter snow traction, summer 4WD in Colorado, towing and a maximum tire diameter of 31.5". I didn't want to permanently lift the truck. Also of consideration is that the LR4 is 5800lbs and when loaded with trailer in tow, I'll be just over 7000lbs. I think the Cooper A/T3...
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    Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

    2011 LR4 I'm going the LR3 18" wheel route. 30mm spacers From a test fit, the inner diameter of the LR3 rim tapers and just clears the LR4 caliper. The spacers set the wheel just far enough out to clear the caliper Tires on order
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    Land Rover LR3: A Cautionary Tale

    http://jcbritish.com/jcb_old/index.html
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    Land Rover LR3: A Cautionary Tale

    If you are not hands-on, then maintenance cost will be much higher. (But similar to other brands/vehicles) Example from above: brakes and rotors ($950) A full brake and rotor kit can be had for $350 from Atlantic British. That leaves $600 for labor. At a shop rate range of $110 to $130 that is...
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    LR4 Accessories

    .............. and a Minivan!
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    Rigid LED light causing radio interference??

    Typical electromagnetic emissions control require all panels and doors of equipment to be grounded and shut, creating a Faraday cage. Or .............. you design the product for low emissions. Or both. We know where the LED/CFL industry stands .......... low cost / high slew rate / high...
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    Rigid LED light causing radio interference??

    I emailed Rigid asking them about RF emissions and CEPT. Let's see what they say. I suspect the regs and compliance are maturing/in-flight as this has become a growing issue.
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    Rigid LED light causing radio interference??

    LED's are constant current devices vs. voltage devices. The low cost LED power supply is high frequency / high slew rate. A well designed LED driver circuit will maintain low emissions. Unfortunately I'm not sure there is a standard/certification for LED RF emissions today. There is analysis...
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    1991 Range Rover Hunter Value?

    $3-4K but without pics, less. Reference point: 1989 Land Rover - Range Rover Hunter Classic - $3995 http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/4136285084.html
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