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LandRoverAnorak



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If your 110 is non-commercial then technically it is a problem Confused It's only the commercial models that don't require a type approved tow bar. Darren

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leeds



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Like a lot of motoring rules and regulations there are cut off dates and exemptions which can confuse people.


Commercial vehicles do NOT require type approved tow bars.

Cars, I.e. Non commercial vehicles do not require type approved tow bars if first registered before 1998 do not require type approval on tow bars.


So our red 110 uses a non type approved tow bar (Southdown), registered as a non commercial in 1996 so is legal.

Our black 110 is a USW, a commercial so the non type approved Safari Equip one is legal.

Now all Defenders were taxed as a commercial vehicle since 2012(?) so non type approved tow bars are legal.


It just goes to prove how confusing laws relating to vehicles can become.



Brendan
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geobloke



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To right, confusing as heck. Well mine is a 2002 110 CSW so legally speaking fitting a safari equip receiver hitch to it would be illegal... And what? void my insurance...?!?!
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It won't be illegal to fit it, just illegal to use it to tow anything. Craig Rogers

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...on a public road...
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LandRoverAnorak



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geobloke wrote:
To right, confusing as heck. Well mine is a 2002 110 CSW so legally speaking fitting a safari equip receiver hitch to it would be illegal... And what? void my insurance...?!?!

Potentially, I suppose, although only in the event of an accident that could be specifically attributed to the use of a non-proved tow bar. I've never heard of it happening though. Darren

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geobloke



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Ok I decided to go with the Safari Equip receiver, should be here on Monday. I like Safari Equips products and already own a set of rock sliders and a wheel carrier (although originally bought from Scorpion Racing) of theirs.
And all in time to assist in moving home... Rolling Eyes
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landy andy



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Did you buy through Overlander? I always do, only way to know you'll get all the parts Rolling Eyes

Good kit tho.

Andy
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leeds



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Naughty boy Guy, not supporting your forum sponsors Razz

I was at the Safari Equip factory this morning delivering various bits to them. Thumbs Up


They are only a few minutes drive away from us.



Brendan
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DC101



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I also bought my Safari Equip receiver hitch from Overlander. Very good build, fits well (thanks for the advice on this post) and I must give Brendan a big thumbs up for his excellent service and generously given time. He was more than happy to meet after hours, when many businesses would be closed to custom.

Robin
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geobloke



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leeds wrote:
Naughty boy Guy, not supporting your forum sponsors Razz

I was at the Safari Equip factory this morning delivering various bits to them. Thumbs Up


They are only a few minutes drive away from us.



Brendan


Oooo bugga.... Is it the naughty step for me or just a case of being struck off the Christmas card list?!?! Whistle

In truth I had no idea you dealt in their gear Brendan. Next time... Thumbs Up
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geobloke



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DC101 wrote:
I also bought my Safari Equip receiver hitch from Overlander. Very good build, fits well (thanks for the advice on this post) and I must give Brendan a big thumbs up for his excellent service and generously given time. He was more than happy to meet after hours, when many businesses would be closed to custom.

Robin


It is good to have decent folks so close at hand. If only I lived in Yorkshire eh?! Wink
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Bit of a thread revival. Is there sufficient clearance on the top mounting bracket to leave the nato pintle in its proper place on the cross member and still use the two lower holes? Cheers. Rhubarb and custard let fly with their secret weapon.
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