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Retroanaconda



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That’s what Mo was pointing out - there is no Defender Td4 as the OP suggested, that was used in the Freelander.

As to the question, if everything is in okay order and has been maintained properly then take a credit card and just make sure you have recovery cover. Random parts can fail anywhere, but it’s unlikely over a short trip like that.
Post #950498 25th Apr 2022 4:12pm
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PocketFred



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there is no Defender Td4 as the OP suggested


True, except outside the english speaking world as that's how we call the pumas in French, German, Dutch, Italian and Spanish. Not sure about other languages as that's all i know of/speak.

Very few call them tdcis, let alone "pumas". 110 HT TD5 w/ PopTop for travelling
110 CSW 300tdi for hunting
Post #950499 25th Apr 2022 4:31pm
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felixp



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True, in Germany everyone refers to it as a "TD4". Mine is the first gen. 2,4L.
Post #950501 25th Apr 2022 5:03pm
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Mo Murphy



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PocketFred wrote:
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there is no Defender Td4 as the OP suggested


True, except outside the english speaking world as that's how we call the pumas in French, German, Dutch, Italian and Spanish. Not sure about other languages as that's all i know of/speak.

Very few call them tdcis, let alone "pumas".


There's a world that doesn't speak English ? How bizarre !
Mo The Land Rover 90 - Many are called, few are chosen.
Post #950518 25th Apr 2022 7:49pm
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Dinnu



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Interesting especially since English is a West Germanic language Rolling with laughter 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black
Post #950533 25th Apr 2022 8:40pm
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LR90XS2011



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fit the optional engine breather pipe heater if its going to be cold

https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic8527....ipe+heater DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,

I hope everyone is well and your land rovers make you happy
Post #950549 25th Apr 2022 10:00pm
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markb110



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Don't forget to take the time to think of your own health and needs.

Dentist and optician springs to mind, as well as ensuring you don't run out of any prescription meds.
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tookaphotoof



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Personally I think, if your car has always been well maintained, you don’t need to check anything for a road trip to Norway. It’s just 5k km. Simply drive your Defender and enjoy the holiday. Wink
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felixp



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After some thinking I believe this is how I will go about it. Ill give the Defender a thorough check (thanks Mo Murphy for the list) and then just drive. Although its tempting to get the LOF adapter shaft... good thing its not in stock Very Happy
Post #950581 26th Apr 2022 8:31am
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Mo Murphy



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Dinnu wrote:
Interesting especially since English is a West Germanic language Rolling with laughter


Is it French spoken in German ? 😉

Have a good trip Felix, remember to start a thread and tell us all about it.
Mo The Land Rover 90 - Many are called, few are chosen.
Post #950589 26th Apr 2022 9:19am
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Birdy



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Germany to Norway (and back)?

Hardly a trek through the African jungle! Dragging along a plethora of specialist tools and spares? Do we honestly think that any half-competent garage CAN'T fix a simple mechanical breakdown, have appropriate tools, and/or source parts for a Land Rover?

The only potential delay I've experienced was when a double-inlet SU fuel pump (on an old six-cylinder IIA) packed up, it would have been cheaper to stay in a hotel and wait for post from the UK than pay the French dealer price. In fact, one side of the pump hadn't worked from new - nothing changes - and a simple clean-up of the points got me going.

Check fluids and tyre pressures before you go, forget the rest and have fun...

Peter
Post #950617 26th Apr 2022 12:20pm
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felixp



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100% agree with you. Just wanted to check if there is anything I should specifically check if the Defender is going in for a check anyways.
Post #950620 26th Apr 2022 12:35pm
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roel



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The best preparation is doing the maintenance yourself with your friend having a look over your shoulder.
This way you know what to do when something goes wrong.

Remember a Defender is never perfect but also never completely broken.

I once drove 200 km from Germany home with a broken rear half shaft and an not working altenator while pulling another Land Rover on a trailer. Ok I had to switch batteries after about 150 km Razz Roel

1984 90 2.5 na Diesel - RR V8 (1994-2001)
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macfrank



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felixp wrote:
After some thinking I believe this is how I will go about it. Ill give the Defender a thorough check (thanks Mo Murphy for the list) and then just drive.


Yes, that'll be fine. Should you have a break down near Braunschweig, send me a PM Laughing
Post #950770 27th Apr 2022 6:28pm
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