Overland Journal Project Land Rover Discovery 4 (LR4)

[proper4wd]

Even a 35 will fit with some work. Lots of measurement and research in Iceland. A 265/70 R18 is ideal IMO and measures 32.6" actual height.

Scott could you provide some links or additional info with regards to fitting larger tires on these vehicles. I have never heard of or seen anything larger than a 33 and would be interested to learn more.

 

[Scott Brady]

Looked and could not find who manufactered the rock sliders or were they custom built?
Really like that they are made of aluminum.
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Lucky8 sells the sliders. They were simple to install and pretty light weight. Good combo.

They are a little light on protection just behind the front wheels, but I don't see that as an issue for this vehicle

 

[stioc]

Thanks for summarizing the offroad experience. I'm watching this with interest and because of the comfort these rigs provide for the occupants without sacrificing the offroad capabilities this will likely be my next family expedition rig when the timing is right, hopefully in the next two years. I'm not afraid of the electronics; it's what everyone feared in the late 80s when the fuel injection came out or the automatic transmissions back in the 60s.

Regarding the ground clearance, is that 12" measured at the diffs?

BTW I can vouch for nwood's abilities on the trail and his knowledge of the LR3/LR4 platforms

 

[JAK]

Thanks for summarizing the offroad experience. I'm watching this with interest and because of the comfort these rigs provide for the occupants without sacrificing the offroad capabilities this will likely be my next family expedition rig when the timing is right, hopefully in the next two years. I'm not afraid of the electronics; it's what everyone feared in the late 80s when the fuel injection came out or the automatic transmissions back in the 60s.

Regarding the ground clearance, is that 12" measured at the diffs?

BTW I can vouch for nwood's abilities on the trail and his knowledge of the LR3/LR4 platforms

The lowest part of the truck is gas tank. The diffs sit higher. This in part is due to the independent suspension. Actually the exhaust pipes sit lower than the diff as well.

 

[PETER PETRAKIEV]

Scott, how is this says in English ( rail for strengthening of baggage)?

..... Forgive my ignorance.

 

[EricTyrrell]

It's called "Logistic Track", "L-Track", or "Airline Track"

 

[PETER PETRAKIEV]

It's called "Logistic Track", "L-Track", or "Airline Track"

Eric, thank you very much, ..... happy holidays. :beer:

 

[Flagster]

I wish I grew up where you did...santa never brought me anything that good

 

[toddz69]

I have not noted any noise from the bumper and have driven quite a bit of corrugation. We also have about a month with these bumpers in Australia and I never noted any noise. It is a pretty well proven design.

Thanks for the info, Scott. Obviously your experience with them is a lot more conclusive than my brief interaction with them.

Todd Z.

 

[grimbo]

I am driving a 1970 Chevy Suburban...that means it is 42 yrs old. I wonder what it will be like to drive the LR or Jeep system in 44yrs? Will the wiring survive? Will the computers? Of course we might be hovering over the terrain just like we thought we would be by now.

What are the effects of a computer malfunction in the field? If a wire comes loose, gets abraided or a sensor fails? Does the system default staying raised or lowers itself?

I guess all the electrical stuff scares me but then again I am not a target market and in reality none of us on this forum in the USA really go far from pavement & tow trucks in the USA.

On the electrics failure thing the funniest thing I have seen in the trail involved a brand new series with all the bells and whistles.

We were in a group of Suzukis behind them on some treacherous wet black soil roads in the outback. Slippery is an understatement, at walking speed it was a task to keep the vehicles straight.

Anyway you had to stop frequently to open and shut farm gates. As he approached the gate he applied the brakes and gently slid across the road and into a fence. In this case an electric fence. It shorted everything out he couldn't get out, open a window, sunroof etc. we couldn't diagnose the issue even though two auto electricians were with the groups.

Eventually a Toyota technician from Mildura came out and managed to get it to work in lump home mode and get the people out.

All up they were stuck in the car for 4 hours because he didn't want to break a window.

 

[Scott Brady]

Anyway you had to stop frequently to open and shut farm gates. As he approached the gate he applied the brakes and gently slid across the road and into a fence. In this case an electric fence. It shorted everything out he couldn't get out, open a window, sunroof etc. we couldn't diagnose the issue even though two auto electricians were with the groups.

HA - that is nuts!

 

[Jamin_GX]

Scott-
Maybe I missed it but what are your plans regarding adding communications to the LR4?

 

[Scott Brady]

Scott-
Maybe I missed it but what are your plans regarding adding communications to the LR4?

I am using a Yaesu VX-8DR with a Diamond hood mount antenna. The antenna provides a significant dB gain.

I typically install mobile units in my trucks, but am quite happy with the HT/Antenna arrangement in the LR4. Compact and effective for convoy communications.

 

[Jamin_GX]

Godo to know, thanks. I was planning on doing something similar with my VX-7R but everyone says not to bother with a HT unit in a vehicle. And that the ONLY way to DO IT THE RIGHT WAY is to install a mobile unit. I'm not looking to connect with someone in China, yah know.

Glad to hear it's been successful for you.

Happy Holidays.

 

[Scott Brady]

Godo to know, thanks. I was planning on doing something similar with my VX-7R but everyone says not to bother with a HT unit in a vehicle. And that the ONLY way to DO IT THE RIGHT WAY is to install a mobile unit. I'm not looking to connect with someone in China, yah know.

The antenna is critical for range, but keep in mind that this is an appropriate solution for convoy travel only. If you intend for the unit to provide long-range repeater communications for safety, etc., then there is no substitute for a mobile unit.

I carry a sat. phone and a SPOT for emergency coms.