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2015 Rugby to Croatia
So each year SWMBO and I pick a country we'd like to visit and off we pop.
I don't do flying, I HATE all the crap that goes with it, the theatre that is airport security, parking etc. So we drive. To date we've driven to and around Belgium, The Netherlands, France, Poland, Germany (8 times), Czech Republic, Latvia, Estonia and we also had an impromptu long weekend in Croatia - ok I wanted to visit the MIG factory under the mountain, but SWMBO did get to dip a toe in the sea before we came home.
All these trips were made in our trusty Mitsubishi Shogun Sport, sure it was noisy, uncomfortable, slow, noisy and uncomfortable but our 14 year old shed on wheels always got us there and back.
Now we have the D3 and this year our road trip is as follows:
UK, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovenia and finally Croatia (for 5 days) then we return Croatia, B & H, Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium and finally home to the UK.
Planning will start on our return from Moscow in May (flying ) and I'll update the thread with route info, stop overs, and the places we plan to visit. A majority of the places we want to see are in Croatia but there's bound to be things to see on route.www.ratsnruins.co.uk
12th Mar 2015 6:57 pm
Moo D3 Decade
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Confused by the title. Thought it involved a game with the correct shaped ball. New Defender L663 110 SE (known as Noddy!)
Sold Volvo XC90 R-Design (known as Basil)
Sold - D4 HSE (Known as Gerty)
No longer the Old Buses original owner
231,000 miles and counting
05 S manual owned from March 2005
D4 Face lifted
Still original injectors and turbo
V8 Front brakes
BAS Remap, Allisport Intercooler and deCat
EGRs blanked
T-Max split charge
Hanibal Expeedition rack
Prospeed ladder
Duratrac tyres
IID BT
BAS FBH control
12th Mar 2015 7:04 pm
Kingrat
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Do you think he's leaving from rugby Discovery 3 se gone
Range rover sport supercharged here:)
12th Mar 2015 8:07 pm
DerbyshireDisco
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Stop taking the p@@s this could be interesting.Displaced Yorkshireman.
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SDV6 Auto obviously, Loire blue/Ebony, ugly kid glass, RLD wheel protector, private plate and maybe side steps.
12th Mar 2015 8:12 pm
Kingrat
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And the prize for the winner is....?New Defender L663 110 SE (known as Noddy!)
Sold Volvo XC90 R-Design (known as Basil)
Sold - D4 HSE (Known as Gerty)
No longer the Old Buses original owner
231,000 miles and counting
05 S manual owned from March 2005
D4 Face lifted
Still original injectors and turbo
V8 Front brakes
BAS Remap, Allisport Intercooler and deCat
EGRs blanked
T-Max split charge
Hanibal Expeedition rack
Prospeed ladder
Duratrac tyres
IID BT
BAS FBH control
12th Mar 2015 8:34 pm
Kingrat
Member Since: 05 Mar 2015
Location: Under my bonnet
Posts: 130
Member Since: 05 Mar 2015
Location: Under my bonnet
Posts: 130
Necessities
So a little time on my hands this afternoon, I did think about firing up Google Earth and loading my KMZ's but want to go about planning this logically.
So my 1st action will be to have the old girl serviced thoroughly a little nearer the time.
2nd, What to take with regards spares. Yes I know it's Europe, but it's 1400 miles (without detours)
I've had a look through a few threads on here and although this might look like overkill:
Definate
Brake switch
Tyre repair kit
Jump leads
Tyre compressor/inflator
Fuses
Fan belt
Bulb kit
Duck tape
WD40
Cable ties
Assortment of small bolts, self tappers , plastic clips etc.
Socket set and ring spanner set
Oil filer cap and radiator cap
Jelly Babies, lots and lots of jelly babies
Obviously this is subject to change and if anyone has spotted anything I've missed then I'd appreciate your suggestions.www.ratsnruins.co.uk
16th Mar 2015 5:00 pm
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You don't want to see the list of spares and tools I take to the Pyrenees
Discovery 3/4 & RRS keys cut and programmed at your home or work
Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto retro fit - see it here
BAS Remaps/ EGR Blanking
Software updates/ enabling
Mobile Servicing & Repairs
16th Mar 2015 5:07 pm
Kingrat
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Location: Under my bonnet
Posts: 130
CDS wrote:
You don't want to see the list of spares and tools I take to the Pyrenees
I'm guessing it's either 1000 times more comprehensive or consists of a tin of WD40?www.ratsnruins.co.uk
16th Mar 2015 5:13 pm
Robbie
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Would not bother with MAF as the vehicle will run in default mode when disconnected. To many choices when it comes to hoses so stick with superglue, duct tape and clamps. As for pollen filter - dry your eyes princess; fuel filter only if you know diesel is bad and the air filter will last in Europe just fine.
I would not bother with belts, but would add EAS repair kit (connectors and some pipes), multimeter, some automotive wires and some crimps. Don't forget your hammer either.
Land Rover - Turning Drivers into Mechanics Since 1948
Would not bother with MAF as the vehicle will run in default mode when disconnected. To many choices when it comes to hoses so stick with superglue, duct tape and clamps. As for pollen filter - dry your eyes princess; fuel filter only if you know diesel is bad and the air filter will last in Europe just fine.
I would not bother with belts, but would add EAS repair kit (connectors and some pipes), multimeter, some automotive wires and some crimps. Don't forget your hammer either.
Thanks for the input. Can't believe I forgot to put a BIG hammer on my list! You can tell I'm new to LR ownership can't you www.ratsnruins.co.uk
16th Mar 2015 5:45 pm
Robbie
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We have modernised LR ownership a bit.
So don't leave home without this:
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Land Rover - Turning Drivers into Mechanics Since 1948
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) and I'll update the thread with route info, stop overs, and the places we plan to visit. A majority of the places we want to see are in Croatia but there's bound to be things to see on route.
