Freelander Argument

The Mad Hat Man said:

1 post wonder?

Troll?

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ryan168 said:

I've just fitted one of those pointless lift kits its great !!!

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OSK1 said:

So, got my self a freelander as a run around, only 800 quid and full spec, leather heated seats, light guards, side steps, roof rails, dog guard back tray etc. Now you can't get a car for that cash without a couple of hick ups! Come on here to get some answers, and there is not a single post without a load of sniggering poncy farm boy talk from everyone that doesn't wantto help, the most common get some petrol and a match! Well at least some of you can copy and paste!
Always been land rover ppl in my family, had new range rivers, disco's and defender's. Got a freelander when new out and what a pile of crap for the money! Mind you, P38 had many issues, defender TD5, Disco 300tdi alp had problems. I only needed a run around for 2 weeks, went to the auction, took the gamble and after driving it I'm keeping it for a while. It's under powered up hill, but bar that fine down the motorway, good handling, good fuel economy and quite comfy. I had defender's when I used to go properly off road, right until my mates had shoguns and I realised they were nearly as good off road, but so much better on road and not scrunched up like noddy. I'm not going to even suggest these things are off road capable, but for the money and having a bit of fun in play and pay days rather than trials or comp I'm sickingly impressed with the piece of crap! Managed to get it on a sideways angle further than any other 4x4. Yeah engines are crap, it's rover! But let's face it, a head gasket won't go for no reason on any vehicle, it has to be down to a crap cooling system. Just keep on top of that, and its a happy cheap motor that will go up slight bankings deal with snow, and let's face it, with the right driver could do a fair amount of green landing. A lift is easy, fairly pointless, but easy. It's not just gonna be a run around, I'm keeping it for a year and having some no care fun with it!

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RealBeale said:

THIS my friend, is the point of a lift.

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teddywood1 said:

thanks for showing us the difference between a none lifted one and one that has been lifted ,you must be as high as a disco or tratter

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teddywood1 said:

thanks for showing us the difference between a none lifted one and one that has been lifted ,you must be as high as a disco or tratter

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SES88 said:

Thats the rally one though, has custom suspension and so on, a lot more than your average 2" lift! Still though, there is quite a difference

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RealBeale said:

Hate to disappoint you, but that was my old V6 ! Just a 2" lift and 205/80/16's with very knobbly tyres.
The rally one is in fact around standard height. The suspension is fully adjustable , however it's not about lifting the vehicle.It gives the suspension around 10" of travel - compared to around 6" for a standard vehicle. This helps keep the wheels in contact with the ground when driving fast over rough terrain.

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DiscoPol said:

you are a bit of a nob aren't you?

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bushwwacker said:

Hope OP comes back...

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RealBeale said:

I'm glad you got the "point" of the picture, unlike OP. Of course the "point" is the superior height gain. The spirit level and wood were to give a straight line to gauge the height difference when looking at a picture as it is often difficult to work out accurately with a flat image.

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Optimus Prime said:

Panic not, I am here, dispensing sarcasm and harsh humour in equal quantities



Once again, I reiterate my point, and hopefully, you will then be able to see the error of your statement.

The photo shows the RESULT of the lift, not the POINT of the lift.

The point of the lift is improved ground clearance, greater axle travel and, as stated by you, greater traction as the wheels can stay in contact with the ground longer. I get that.

However, I think the irony of my sarcasm, maybe even verging on facetiousness was perhaps lost on you, judging by your response.

carry on ploughing your furrow...

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OSK1 said:

So, got my self a freelander as a run around, only 800 quid and full spec, leather heated seats, light guards, side steps, roof rails, dog guard back tray etc. Now you can't get a car for that cash without a couple of hick ups! Come on here to get some answers, and there is not a single post without a load of sniggering poncy farm boy talk from everyone that doesn't wantto help, the most common get some petrol and a match! Well at least some of you can copy and paste!
Always been land rover ppl in my family, had new range rivers, disco's and defender's. Got a freelander when new out and what a pile of crap for the money! Mind you, P38 had many issues, defender TD5, Disco 300tdi alp had problems. I only needed a run around for 2 weeks, went to the auction, took the gamble and after driving it I'm keeping it for a while. It's under powered up hill, but bar that fine down the motorway, good handling, good fuel economy and quite comfy. I had defender's when I used to go properly off road, right until my mates had shoguns and I realised they were nearly as good off road, but so much better on road and not scrunched up like noddy. I'm not going to even suggest these things are off road capable, but for the money and having a bit of fun in play and pay days rather than trials or comp I'm sickingly impressed with the piece of crap! Managed to get it on a sideways angle further than any other 4x4. Yeah engines are crap, it's rover! But let's face it, a head gasket won't go for no reason on any vehicle, it has to be down to a crap cooling system. Just keep on top of that, and its a happy cheap motor that will go up slight bankings deal with snow, and let's face it, with the right driver could do a fair amount of green landing. A lift is easy, fairly pointless, but easy. It's not just gonna be a run around, I'm keeping it for a year and having some no care fun with it!

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blackstrat said:

So he bought a cheap Freelander and likes it but it's made him really angry about everything else ..right?

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