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Lionsden
7th March 2011, 12:35
In preparation for some serious off-roading, I've fitted a snorkel to my truck, after not being able to find one to fit a Delica for less than £350 plus import tax and postage from Australia or Japan, I decided to modify a Landrover Defender MOD snorkel, and it has worked a treat, got it all for less than £85. Now looking forward to getting propper muddy!!!
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x245/Lionsden-Newcastle/Snorkel/DSCF1002cropMedium.jpg
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x245/Lionsden-Newcastle/Snorkel/DSCF1001Medium.jpg
MiniGibbo
7th March 2011, 12:38
Sorry but offroading in a Delica is mega lols...
m11ler
7th March 2011, 12:38
Lol! That looks crazy
VTR-Chris
7th March 2011, 12:41
each to their own
matt_vtr_15a
7th March 2011, 12:45
hahahaha
matt_vtr_15a
7th March 2011, 12:47
on another note is that really a truck?

my local corner shop has one of those to potter about in and deliver groceries to it's other corner shop
MiniGibbo
7th March 2011, 12:48
on another note is that really a truck?

my local corner shop has one of those to potter about in and deliver groceries to it's other corner shop

Its what's classed as the jdm equiviant to the "Soccer mums car"
Prickle
7th March 2011, 13:16
Pmsl, you still owe me a 10 second car...
Lionsden
7th March 2011, 13:27
on another note is that really a truck?

my local corner shop has one of those to potter about in and deliver groceries to it's other corner shop

That's how it got it's name Delivery car
Moke
7th March 2011, 13:29
Snorkle.
Lionsden
7th March 2011, 13:38
Its what's classed as the jdm equiviant to the "Soccer mums car"

had it been the 2wd version or emina/previa/bongo etc I'd totally agree with you but the 4wd version, is more like a JDM version of a VW syncro, nothing much else compares. Using the same super select system as the Pajero makes it very capable and one of the most underestimated 4x4's there are. It'll follow a Discovery anywhere and have room in the back to sleep, eat, etc...
Lionsden
7th March 2011, 13:40
Snorkle.
You sure???
;)
Alexywhite
7th March 2011, 13:43
Cool bonnet vent
daz_zz_er
7th March 2011, 14:05
Haha i love it! :)
Lionsden
7th March 2011, 14:35
Haha i love it! :)
Cheers!!!
Most people hate my truck! It doesn't bother me, infact I quite enjoy it when people ask what the f**k is that?
b0t13
7th March 2011, 14:57
what the fuck is that?
daz_zz_er
7th March 2011, 16:14
Cheers!!!
Most people hate my truck! It doesn't bother me, infact I quite enjoy it when people ask what the f**k is that?

Haha! Most people dont like my car, purely because of the way it looks! But i love it just like im sure you love your truck! :)
MiniGibbo
7th March 2011, 16:16
Haha! Most people dont like my car, purely because of the way it looks! But i love it just like im sure you love your truck! :)

I thaught people would ask more about you sat in it wearing leather shorts and a string vest??
daz_zz_er
7th March 2011, 16:18
I thaught people would ask more about you sat in it wearing leather shorts and a string vest??

Well i have had some funny looks! Thought there was something wrong with my car but it must be the clothes, or lack of ;)
Furio-Gazza
7th March 2011, 16:29
each to their own

....+1 :y:
Simon0014
7th March 2011, 16:41
What is it actually like off road mate? i've always thought they look as if it would be unstable round corners.
Jay_
7th March 2011, 16:43
What is it actually like off road mate? i've always thought they look as if it would be unstable round corners.

he isn't cornering at pace....look at other proper off roaders....fucking miles high!!
Lionsden
7th March 2011, 17:31
What is it actually like off road mate? i've always thought they look as if it would be unstable round corners.

It's really good off road. It has the same hi/low ratio gears with diff lock system that the Pajero/Shogun uses. I've never been a fan of automatics before, but the torque converter works really well and feels less harsh on the truck than riding a clutch does. They have the same capabilities as a Discovery, they are a little top heavey and you do get a little roll if you go round the corners too fast, although some have esp. They can lean to about 40 degrees before tipping, so as long as you don't belt it round the track it'll not tip easily.
Have a look on youtube there are loads of videos there these are a few of my favourites:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg34aDScMoA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-5Z4XBCkcE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kK0wceADkKE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7iC68RlPjI&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Psie6XccUQE