The trip was absolutely fantastic, in no small part due to the great people on it. There were a total of eight vehicles, including the two guide cars and our 109. Pete Girling was leading the tour in his Toyota with his partner, Jo Austing. Peter is a former teacher, which is where he must […]
Ready for the Alps
The last few details have been done. All the fluid levels have been checked, the correct operation of all vehicle functions (gears, handbrake, all electrics, doors and windows and so on) have been inspected, and the final arrangements for stowage made. The left Jerrycan locker now holds its 20L water can, while the right locker […]
Other Pre-Trip Jobs
I have finally fitted the floors to the Jerrycan lockers, using 1mm stainless steel sheeting. The sheets are bonded to the tops of the two outriggers and the top of the jackable sills (flush with the outer edge of the locker frame) with silicone sealant. I did consider using PU adhesive or mechanical fixings, but […]
Interior Refinements
I’m in the process of completing the last few interior details for the Alpine trip, and have had a few amazingly serendipitous moments. I’m just hoping that I haven’t used up all my luck in one go… The tool box that is being used for the tools themselves just happens to perfectly fit the space […]
More Billing Bits
I went to the Billing show on the Friday, and as is the norm, came back with a few bits more than planned. I thought the show was better than the last couple of years, partly due to the weather and partly due to less non-Land Rover related stands being present. It also benefited from […]
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