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On Saturday I took a friend for a drive along the lane from the Berwick end heading for Firle. The section where the trees "rattled the roof rack" turned out to be very interesting as a large tree has fallen over and now crosses the lane. Someone has chainsawed the limbs but the main trunk is...

I did the route from Firle to Alfriston, it was clear with few branches. I couldn't find the link from The Furlongs to Newelm just before Firle. I walked through the field past the barn but couldn't see a route suitable for a vehicle. Any ideas ? Also, is the route from The Lay to...

Before Landrover Festival trip, I thought it was time to change the cam belt as the previous owner wasn't sure when it was last changed. Standard strip and rebuild, no dramas. Glad I did check it, nice and furry inside the cover and signs of splitting on the edges Full upgrade kit with...

I did forum reading on spring lifts and the consensus is as you describe - lifts don't offer a solution for bottoming out - tyres do that of course. Mine was used a lot towing a car transporter by the previous owner for 10+ years (he made his own steam car from scratch and toured steam rallys)...

Where do you start / end the byway. I'll have a look on google maps.

Thanks, I checked the height today on level ground and both front and back were level. Must have been the angle I took the shot. the roof rack is easy enough to take off, the lights are fed from a junction box so just 1 wire to pull out and tie out the way to disconnect from roof rack. We're...

sounds good, the 110 has a big turning circle which isn't the best for tight tracks. Lift springs could be good. I don't want to compromise handling on motorways though as we use the 110 mainly for camping trips. Green laning is a nice to do. Are there hight issues on the lane, the roof...

I had tools and trolley jack in the back but you're right, it does look low. I'll check it tomorrow. A trip to Kent is a possibility. What's the Pilgrims way like for newbies ?

I've opened a thread to see if anyone else wants to come along some lanes with a newbie. https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/fancy-some-green-laning-in-east-sussex-near-pevensey.304245/

With new guards fitted, went for a drive along a green lane at the bottom of the South Downs. Mostly gravel with a few sections with overhanging trees and 1 section with ruts and trees to demand low range to get through. A very enjoyable few hours

After looking at a rutty green lane, it was a good excuse to buy new toys. The steering and diff guards arrived Friday so Sunday morning was fitting time. Went together ok, no instructions but not complicated. Luckily all bolts came out without too much struggle.

I followed the route on Google maps and there is a section near firle which I couldn't see where the Byway went but it was close to a normal road so made a quick trip to have a look. Arrived at the junction and went for a stroll to look for the route. Google maps showed where it was supposed...

Thanks for quick responses, I checked the East Sussex website before venturing out. There is one closure until the end of December on the other Byway near Hailsham. The Pevensey one showed to be open and the gates at each end were open on Wednesday when I made the post; I just didn't venture...

Sounds good, hope it turns out to be a good one.

For me the repair was cheap for the metal work but consumed a lot of paint cans to prime and top coat with colour match. More than I'd expected considering it was just the frame work inside. Taking to a sprayer may have been easier in the end to finish them off.

Hi, I had a look at the Horse Eye / White Dyke green lane (byway 17/18/56) near Hailsham and Pevensey and it looked great in the sunshine. Being a novice to off-roading I went along the track a bit but came across some deep dry ruts. Didn't want to get stuck on my own so didn't proceed too...

It took a while to find our 110, so many rotten ones at high prices but advertised as good condition. As suggested by others, don't rush to buy until you find the "right" one for you. I know about shot door frames.... good fun to repair though if you have the time.

Thanks for positive feedback, looking forward to next add-ons...

Thanks for positive feedback - tinkering is contagious - looking for the next inspiration. Have you found your 110 yet ?

And finally, the last items from Landrover Fest - a pair of rear seats with the same upholstery as the other seats - a welcome find. the back end is complete now....