Buying a Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery or Defender can be just the start of a wonderful adventure. This book describes the options available to the owner, from big wheels and suspension lifts, under-body protection and tuning ideas, right up to how to convert the car into a high speed racer or an international expedition vehicle. With clear, jargon-free instructions, advice on events like family weekend green-laning, international expeditions and full-on competition, accompanied by colour photographs throughout, this is the definitive guide to getting the most from these exciting vehicles.
A world of fun, excitement, exploration and satisfaction awaits the owner of one of these iconic Land Rovers and Range Rovers – and this book is your ticket to that wonderful world.
Some of the most popular Land Rover pastimes are detailed here, with explanations of how to take part and what equipment you need. This unique book explains how these versatile machines can be modified to suit a vast range of applications, from simple upgrades for easier everyday driving and servicing/renovation tips, right up to large scale conversions for racing, trialling and international expeditions.
Everything is explained in clear, straightforward text, written by a qualified engineer and Land Rover enthusiast with many years of practical experience, and accompanied by detailed photographs to show the reader how it's all done. Many of the modifications shown were carried out on the writer's own vehicles, giving the reader an honest account of the effort involved – bruised knuckles and all. Featuring ‘how to' sections, comparison charts to help you choose which modifications are right for you, detailed spec sheets, and lists of useful contacts, this is the definitive guide to getting the most from these exciting vehicles.
A unique book, covering all three Land Rover coil sprung models, Defender, Discovery and Range Rover
From the simple improvements to the extreme, there’s something for everyone
Full colour pictures clearly show critical areas
Easy to follow, jargon-free text explains benefits and pitfalls of each modification
Includes comprehensive buyer's guide – which models to go for and which to avoid
Practical maintenance and restoration sections to keep your Land Rover running
Covers green-laning, play days, trialling, competitive safari and other motorsport applications
Includes essential data sheets with vehicle dimensions, capacities and performance
Useful contacts for clubs, associations and parts suppliers
Written by a qualified engineer and Land Rover enthusiast with much experience
