Surprise in the Post Today

[Defender 90 Keith]

Well today was a nice surprise as my Emblem and Members Cap turned up after being sent out in the middle of December and presumed lost.

I contacted Overland Bound HQ a week or so ago to see if they could track the shipment and Megin jumped through hoops to try and help out but it could not be traced.

Ultimately Overland Bound HQ took the decision to send out replacements but as the caps were not in stock there was going to be a slight delay.

So great news the original emblem has arrived, no need for Megin to send out a replacement and a big " Thank You" to Megin And Overland Bound HQ for excellent customer service.

Thank you guys.

PS I now have to make a decision where to place the emblem !

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yay, there's hope for mine yet

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

These are a couple of recent pictures after I picked up the Landy and Trailer following a respray.

The Landy is 2001 Tomb Raider 90 Special Edition TD5 Engine and has a lot of upgrades over the years to make it comfortable for overland travel. such as:-

Dual Battery System with Odyssey Batteries
ARB Fridge
All lighting changed to LED to reduce load on the batteries and in the case of headlights so I could actually see in the dark as Defender headlights are notoriously bad.
Sill Water and Aux Fuel Tanks with Water filter / pump with tap and hose. Aux Fuel pump.
Rear drawer system.
Suspension raised 2 Inch and Medium Duty springs with ES9000 Shocks fitted.
Under body protection for Diffs, Steering guard etc.
Lockable steel cubby box with CB Radio.
Nano Com Evolution installed so I have instant access to monitor engine settings, see faults and warnings and monitor multiple engine sensors that are not shown on the dash.
Rear window Security Grills and Rear door Security Hasp for a padlock.
Hannibal Side Awning
High Lift Jack

The trailer I got a few years ago. Its an Ex British Army Sankey Trailer and it was very basic when I got it. A tub with canvas cover and beams to take an RTT.
Since then I have upgraded it adding Electrics, high capacilty water pump, 50l water tank. Solar Charging System. Raised the Tub and added a hard top.
Fitted a custom Rack to take the tent and internal LED lighting for camping.

That is most of what has been done. I have tried to keep the engine etc standard so when travelling in Africa I can get parts easier and quicker if needed.

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is that a sankey trailer?

 

[Polaris Overland]

is that a sankey trailer?

Yes mate, but with a few modifications by me


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[Defender 90 Keith]

Yes mate, but with a few modifications by me


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Are you going to sell it to me? Nice and cheap for an ex matelot?

 

[Polaris Overland]

Are you going to sell it to me? Nice and cheap for an ex matelot?

Need it for our trip. We a are sleeping on it fir the next 12 months ish until we arrive back in uk.
You can follow on

www.polaris-overland.com

where we hope to record our trip from Cyprus through Turkey, Europe, Scandinavia to Aberdeen for a recharge and then hopefully Africa.


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[Defender 90 Keith]

Need it for our trip. We a are sleeping on it fir the next 12 months ish until we arrive back in uk.
You can follow on

www.polaris-overland.com

where we hope to record our trip from Cyprus through Turkey, Europe, Scandinavia to Aberdeen for a recharge and then hopefully Africa.


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what do you want to go to Scotland for. talk about ruining the whole trip. ha ha ha ha

 

[PNW EXPLR]

This is an absolutely amazing rig. Just beautiful.

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

This is an absolutely amazing rig. Just beautiful.

what is an amazing rig?

 

[PNW EXPLR]

These are a couple of recent pictures after I picked up the Landy and Trailer following a respray.

The Landy is 2001 Tomb Raider 90 Special Edition TD5 Engine and has a lot of upgrades over the years to make it comfortable for overland travel. such as:-

Dual Battery System with Odyssey Batteries
ARB Fridge
All lighting changed to LED to reduce load on the batteries and in the case of headlights so I could actually see in the dark as Defender headlights are notoriously bad.
Sill Water and Aux Fuel Tanks with Water filter / pump with tap and hose. Aux Fuel pump.
Rear drawer system.
Suspension raised 2 Inch and Medium Duty springs with ES9000 Shocks fitted.
Under body protection for Diffs, Steering guard etc.
Lockable steel cubby box with CB Radio.
Nano Com Evolution installed so I have instant access to monitor engine settings, see faults and warnings and monitor multiple engine sensors that are not shown on the dash.
Rear window Security Grills and Rear door Security Hasp for a padlock.
Hannibal Side Awning
High Lift Jack

The trailer I got a few years ago. Its an Ex British Army Sankey Trailer and it was very basic when I got it. A tub with canvas cover and beams to take an RTT.
Since then I have upgraded it adding Electrics, high capacilty water pump, 50l water tank. Solar Charging System. Raised the Tub and added a hard top.
Fitted a custom Rack to take the tent and internal LED lighting for camping.

That is most of what has been done. I have tried to keep the engine etc standard so when travelling in Africa I can get parts easier and quicker if needed.

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Oh and only a tombraider edition rub it in

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

Oh I get which one you're on about now. There's an old woman who lives a few doors away from me who drives one. She is a few "frigates short of a squadron" but certainly entertaining to talk to. I guess there's a theme with those who own a Tomb Raider Edition. ha ha ha

 

[Polaris Overland]

Oh I get which one you're on about now. There's an old woman who lives a few doors away from me who drives one. She is a few "frigates short of a squadron" but certainly entertaining to talk to. I guess there's a theme with those who own a Tomb Raider Edition. ha ha ha

Does she dress like Lara Craft? Some guys will pay good money for that kind of service [emoji12]


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[Defender 90 Keith]

Does she dress like Lara Craft? Some guys will pay good money for that kind of service [emoji12]


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I don't think any amount of make up or enough hours in a brewery would make you show interest. but then again she is probably nearer to your age than mine.

actually thinking about it, if you had a bit more facial hair then you would look like her

 

[Polaris Overland]

I don't think any amount of make up or enough hours in a brewery would make you show interest. but then again she is probably nearer to your age than mine.

actually thinking about it, if you had a bit more facial hair then you would look like her

Hahaha True enough You being from Plymouth would rather have the 6 toes and webbed feet or a case of scrumpy ‍♀

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

ha ha ha cheers. anyway whats happening with you guys? aren't you away on a trip right now?

 

[Polaris Overland]

ha ha ha cheers. anyway whats happening with you guys? aren't you away on a trip right now?

Getting ready.

Move out of our house on Friday then few weeks in UK to see kids, grand kids and receive all our stuff we shipped then back here for final 8 days prep.

Midnight ferry on 3rd April we leave from Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus arriving Turkey at 0800 ish on 4th. Currently have about 3000 miles touring Turkey before we head into Greece.

Between us we are now in states of excitement, nervousness, depression and wtf are we doing.

But decision has been made, everything's is ready except waiting on a new gearbox [emoji37] to be fitted whilst we are in UK.

To be honest what is often not mentioned when people head off on a long trip is the psychological side and only now my friends who have done similar are telling me about it .



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[Defender 90 Keith]

Getting ready.

Move out of our house on Friday then few weeks in UK to see kids, grand kids and receive all our stuff we shipped then back here for final 8 days prep.

Midnight ferry on 3rd April we leave from Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus arriving Turkey at 0800 ish on 4th. Currently have about 3000 miles touring Turkey before we head into Greece.

Between us we are now in states of excitement, nervousness, depression and wtf are we doing.

But decision has been made, everything's is ready except waiting on a new gearbox [emoji37] to be fitted whilst we are in UK.

To be honest what is often not mentioned when people head off on a long trip is the psychological side and only now my friends who have done similar are telling me about it .



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I'm so jealous.

I wish I had the time and the cash to do something similar. obviously the going away bit wouldn't be an issue. I wish I was in my 90 with you guys