LAND ROVER DEFENDER 110 TWISTED EDITION

Maybe this is one of the most interesting works of Twisted. Based Defender 110 is then reserved for the Gumball 3000 rally. Because certainly follow the entourage of supercars, the Defender 110 is also receive special treatment, which prioritizes performance. 

Of course the other part also got a special touch. Of braking, suspension, and the cabin is also made more luxurious and comfortable. Even so, the main priority is performance.There is no official data, but saw action in the video, Landy who entered the Army Gumball embarrassing not going on the freeway. 

One serious consequence Twisted, Landy was tested first as far as 5000 miles for testing the robustness modifications before plunging in Gumball 3000. 

Affairs of such machines. Using GM LS3 V8 engine that has several devices competitions, such as the camshaft and intake manifold. The result is 520 hp power! His prototype version only has a manual transmission, but the production version will be put on the automatic transmission.

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LAND ROVER DEFENDER Red Edition 2013

One of the mainstays Twisted Edition for 2013 is Red's. Is the development of the French Edition, and is unique because bright red leather interior. This coating not only on the seats and doors, but to console and dashboard, even the steering. 

According to Charles Fawcett, Red Edition is referring to the classic car era, where cars are considered proprietary, typically using a jet black exterior and interior features leather hand made red. 

About the details, of course, the typical special Twisted. Of the Performance P10 package containing competition brakes AP Racing 6-pot and a sport suspension, interior accessories such as clocks up Scalfaro valued at USD 25 million, and audio-video systems classy high end.

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LAND ROVER DEFENDER TWISTED Retro Editions

dosop 4X4 - Arable Twisted Defender, Land Rover Defender specialists origin Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England. 

Previously, Twisted is known as the Land Rover modification specialist for over ten years.Charlie Fawcett led the team that it was used to upgrade Defender, Range Rover, Discovery, Freelander diesel up. They provide various components of competitions, special modifications to client demand. 

In 2009, the name stuck because they immediately won the The Worlds Fastest Defender in Bruntingthorpe, England. There, his opponent not only Landy diesel engine, but also a full V8 engined competition. Twisted eventually won by a landslide, capitalize Defender 90 TD5 County, diesel engine! 

 

Twisted reputation is well known among fans Landy, khususnyab Defender. When you want to make a Defender so vicious street, without compromising the ability of off-roadnya, they are appointed. In fact, in this 2013, Twisted Gumball 3000 was asked by the organizers to participate. 

Just so you know, Gumball 3000 is a feast of luxury sports car enthusiasts, who gush pacuannya in high speed across a variety of mainland Europe, as far as 3000 miles.Average wear special vehicles based exotic sports cars, such as Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche, Mercedes to Aston Martin. With Twisted entry, then the Defender is the only off-road vehicles that participated! 

Gumball 3000 organizers asked participants not indiscriminate. Twisted and also prepare special vehicles, a Defender is prepared for speeding on the highway. Equipped engine and special suspension, which makes it able to compete with the exotic sports sedan. 

Regardless of race in the Gumball, Twisted also has its own line-up which can be ordered according to customer wishes her. The most recent, in 2013, is a variant Editions, including Red, French, Alpine and Retro Edition, features a choice of components and specialized modifications that make the Defender up status. 

Seen here is Retro Editions, which combines a classic look with modern capabilities. 

Suspension 

Examples for suspension. Twisted special order of suspension specialist Eibach and Roddy Harvey-Bailey for concocting special configuration, which makes high-speed handling on smooth asphalt is more stable, without compromising the ability of off-roadnya legendary. 

Engine

One of the biggest contributors is the engine performance. Twisted provides several options, from 2,200 cc diesel engine is the default standard expandable up to 170 horsepower, 5-cylinder Ford diesel engine 250 hp, V8-powered Chevy engines up to 430 hp, and a special version of the 520 hp. According to them, this V8 engine is the most exciting, because it fits with the character of the chassis and suspension. 

Cabin 

In addition to more luxurious with audio equipment, navigation and scattered layer of skin, Defender cabin is also much more quiet. Twisted damper is designed specifically for the cabin Landy who made it almost like a Range Rover. 

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MODIFICATION 1994 Land Rover Defender 110 'DEFENTURE a.k.a DEFENDER for ADVENTURE' (PART 2)

ENGINE

Defender 200 TDI engine condition again lacquers can be maximized. Especially looking for a replacement part is rather difficult in the city of Padang. Instead of waiting for parts orders, while the Defender would be used, it was decided to replace the existing machines. Incidentally there 4JG2Ti 3,300 cc Isuzu engine. "Strength is more than enough if it is used to pull the Defender," said Boy

            Boy also choose to use an adapter to combine the engine with gearbox OEM Defender. Instead of using the default engine gearbox. This was done for a 'wheel' still remains nuanced Land Rover. "And gardannya easy to set."

Axle

Defender still relies original OEM axle reconditioned enough alone. 13:46 Final gear attached. Prepared for the adventure, front-mounted rear ARB Air Locker.

Schokbreaker

All seat, per and sokbreker wear brand special for Terrafirma Defender. For each and sokbreker Hard wearing type. Understandably, he is now a jeep transporting large loads typical long-distance touring.

Tires & Rims

MRW Beadlock rims with tires Simex Jungle Trekker 33x10, 5x16. "Somewhat less fit anyway if invited turing asphalt, but certainly okay if you off-road in the woods."

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MODIFICATION 1994 Land Rover Defender 110 'DEFENTURE a.k.a DEFENDER for ADVENTURE' (PART 1)

dosop - Bit odd as well acquainted with the man from Padang. Gaz Boy does have a nickname, but why wear Land Rover. What should not be called Boy Landy, he ... he ... he. But apparently the call was indeed nothing to do with the Land Rover.

            Long experience playing with Russian-made jeep-Gaz-giving the nickname for the man's real name Afdinal Boy with additional GAZ. So despite changing jeep, it still bears the nickname. Like when met at the Jamboree ILRU first time last month.

"Land Rover is owned by William Halim, by me dressed to be comfortable for andventure turing," Boy Gaz open. Last man garage owner GZ 801 tells the story of the birth of this Defenture Landy. When it was purchased by William Halim, the condition of the Land Rover Defender 110 is not good enough. His job is on the job was oil palm plantations, making the Defender looks very tired and shabby.

And proved when, Defender is built again, 200 TDi engine is no longer optimal. Not easy to find a replacement part, or machine setipe in Padang. Finally it was decided to replace the Japanese-made engine type 4JG2Ti genre Isuzu, 3,300 cc. Installation of this engine with the hood and replaced the Puma Defender type. "Let seemingly younger." Finally, paint a bright body also selected. Two tone color bluegreen and artificial light ivory Danapaint. Hem ... fresh.

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RESTORATION 1956 Land Rover Series I (PART 2)

Freelock hub

Free lock hub homemade rare Selectro be locking the front wheels when 4x4 mode is enabled. Collectable item for lovers of classic Landy.

Tires and rims

Intergenerational inbreeding was re-occur. Rim-owned Defender Wolf military version replaces the default rim is porous and there. In addition to more modern, Wolf rims are also more sturdy than other Landy owned tin rim.

Taillight

Mixture of classic and modern recorded on the use of the turn signal and tail gate belonging Defender. It replaced the original glass bulbs that never found.

Front turn signal

Unlike the case with the lights on the stern. Headlights are still adopting the original jeep belonging Series I. One of them turn signal made of glass. Headlights are still original concoction Lucas.

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RESTORATION 1956 Land Rover Series I (PART1)

dosop - In the restoration 1956 Land Rover Series I , Syamsul not fully glued to the guide book. "If you view the material, actually the original Soap Box 80%. But I want realistic, especially regarding the condition of the engine and drivetrain, "said the man who also like this old motorcycle.

"I do not want to plant a 'time bomb' with the original engine. Hence, with a heavy heart I betel 2:25 liter engine belongs to Series II complete with transmission, transfercase and axle, "continued the man was friendly.

Besides the engine, the other part replaced devices. Call it the rear lights and the rims are actually taken from a Landy Defender.

Although some components of the original is not innate, but Syamsul still maintaining the appearance of the soap box with a thick aura I Series. Masai colors including Red, which is typical Series I 1954 to 1956. "The figure of Series I shall not fade," kekehnya.

ENGINE

2:25-liter engine capacity belongs Series II fitted roundly 2.0-liter engine replaces the default. But before drowned, the 4-cylinder engine dioverhaul first.

Gearbox and Transfercase

4 speed manual gearbox and a 2 speed transfercase original part-time is pretty pathetic. Wearing Series II appliances are more mint considered more realistic.

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