Overland Journal: Discovery I, 5-speed
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Scott Brady
Founder
All ready to go
Spares kit
Fuel cans (we are driving 50-60 miles in the dunes). Not sure about the new EPA ones, I will report
The back all loaded up. Everything lashed down and I can still see out of the rear window. No rack, nothing on the roof. I could keep going around the world as she sits.
Full tune-up. She runs really smooth at the moment and feels stronger under acceleration. New plugs, cap/rotor, air filter, full cleaning of MAP/Stepper/intake. All fluids check. Full drivetrain check (found a few bolts under torque spec on the third members).
Off we go to Mexico - I will try to update this or a trip thread as we head south.
Spares kit
Fuel cans (we are driving 50-60 miles in the dunes). Not sure about the new EPA ones, I will report
The back all loaded up. Everything lashed down and I can still see out of the rear window. No rack, nothing on the roof. I could keep going around the world as she sits.
Full tune-up. She runs really smooth at the moment and feels stronger under acceleration. New plugs, cap/rotor, air filter, full cleaning of MAP/Stepper/intake. All fluids check. Full drivetrain check (found a few bolts under torque spec on the third members).
Off we go to Mexico - I will try to update this or a trip thread as we head south.
Scott Brady
Founder
We completed the Altar Dune crossing, and the Discovery was a champ. The V8 was just enough power and the BFG ATs exceeded my expectations (especially at 12 psi). These were big dunes and over 40 miles long. In total, the trip was just shy of 1,000 miles. Adjusted for my gearing, my best tank was 17mpg and my worst was 10mpg. I never needed the spare fuel, although it was really close in the dunes.
Really proud of my truck and so glad I brought it on this trip.
Here are a few teasers. The full story will be in Overland Journal later this year.
Entering the big dune field
One of the crux sections with a huge windward dune face that dropped off abruptly. Only two of the five trucks didn't high-center. My Disco was one of them, no doubt aided by the ATs and the V8
The dunes run in long bands and there are dozens of bands. A brief moment of respite before entering the next crux. At this point I had aired down to 12psi, which seemed the perfect balance. I never lost a bead on these wheels, which was a concern. We had four MAXTRAX and a PullPal along just in case. For most recoveries (there were many), we used the winches.
After crossing the dunes, we followed the gulf on the new highway and then entered the Pinacate. These Maar craters are incredible.
Really proud of my truck and so glad I brought it on this trip.
Here are a few teasers. The full story will be in Overland Journal later this year.
Entering the big dune field
One of the crux sections with a huge windward dune face that dropped off abruptly. Only two of the five trucks didn't high-center. My Disco was one of them, no doubt aided by the ATs and the V8
The dunes run in long bands and there are dozens of bands. A brief moment of respite before entering the next crux. At this point I had aired down to 12psi, which seemed the perfect balance. I never lost a bead on these wheels, which was a concern. We had four MAXTRAX and a PullPal along just in case. For most recoveries (there were many), we used the winches.
After crossing the dunes, we followed the gulf on the new highway and then entered the Pinacate. These Maar craters are incredible.
hochung
Adventurer
Cmon Scott, it was all skill.
1leglance
2007 Expedition Trophy Champion, Overland Certifie
So was this packed up for 1 person?
I am often jealous of solo travelers or even 2 person setups as there is soooo much more space.
But when you make it a family of 3 that includes a child the gear list grows in a huge way.
Also weather plays a huge role in the packing list.
Clean setup and glad all went well.
Scott Brady
Founder
Just me and some shared recovery and photography equipment. My photo gear takes up more space than anything else.
Awesome Scott! Looks like you had a blast!
blue bomber
Adventurer
Nice images. Looking forward to the magazine, sorry journal.
Scott Brady
Founder
Thanks Ed. Hope you are doing well up in AK. I will be there in April
Viggen
Just here...
I believe it uses a Ford module. I cannot remember exactly and is very easy to set up.
"Performance Ignition Module, this is designed to replace the problematic lucas ignition module. Benefits include your Rover starting when it should, improved fuel economy, moisture will not effect this ignition module, and it has a LIFETIME WARRANTY! The kit now includes a new oil cooled performance coil replacing the non-oil cooled problematic stock coil. Simple to install, comes complete with instructions, connectors, and wiring."