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savagefox *
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 26 Location: Kent
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Posted: Sun Jan 13, 2008 2:00 Post subject: Overland Expedition Vehicle Preperation - best company? |
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Anyone got any do's or don't for this? Was thinking Frog Island or TBR UK? These good firms? Anyone else I can go to that know what they're doing with landcruisers, won't rip me off and have a decent labour rate? Don't mind where it is in the country |
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Roy03 **
Joined: 27 Jan 2005 Posts: 70 Location: Storrington,West Sussex
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Posted: Sun Jan 13, 2008 20:52 Post subject: TBR |
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I have used TBR and I would recommend them. Chris, the manager knows his business and it would be worth talking to him.
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savagefox *
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 26 Location: Kent
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Posted: Mon Jan 14, 2008 1:41 Post subject: |
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Ta - will give him a ring early this week |
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TonyS ***
Joined: 25 Feb 2007 Posts: 204 Location: Worcester
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TBR uk certainly know their stuff, can supply all the right gear, and their prices are right,some of the other companies really know how to charge.Another small but really good company is 4x4 R Us in Warwick.They built and fitted me a rear bumper and wheel carrier far stronger than an ARB one for half the money.Any rock sliders/side steps they can do from scratch at really sensible money.They work a bit in conjunction with TBR as well,so can get all the gear, but if you are in Surrey,i guess TBR are closer to you.Chris is away for the next two weeks, so ask for Trevor.
1991 80 series with a few bits. |
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savagefox *
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 26 Location: Kent
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Posted: Tue Jan 22, 2008 0:46 Post subject: |
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Not had much luck with them . The girl who answered the phone said to call back in 3 weeks. Sent an email after i saw your post for Trevor's attention but nothing back. Speaking to Footloose4x4 and FrogsIsland at the moment and both seem very good. |
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Graham Smith ***
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 127 Location: Poole, UK
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Posted: Tue Jan 22, 2008 14:41 Post subject: |
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Contact Anton at
OEC International Limited
Broadway Road
Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot
Devon, TQ12 3PJ
United Kingdom
tel: ++44 (0)1626 356555
fax: ++44 (0)1626 356066
Very organised for Landcruisers, and TJM products which are true quality. |
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Graham Smith ***
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 127 Location: Poole, UK
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Posted: Tue Jan 22, 2008 14:44 Post subject: |
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I forgot to add - I had a pretty nasty time dealing with FrogsIsland, so I would tread carefully in that direction...
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ChrisC **
Joined: 18 Nov 2006 Posts: 75 Location: West Malling, Kent
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Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2008 21:55 Post subject: TLC mech guru!!! |
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Where are you off to and for how long? What vehicle you taking? What kit, extras have or are you planning to add? Etc?Etc?etc?
Try this chap - Julian Voelcker - he is pretty well kown in the Cruiser community and knows then inside out. Runs his own workshop and will do whatever prep work for/with you, so you can learn - also cheaper than the above mentioned companies and probably knows more - definately cares more. He is based in Cirencester area of Gloucs.
His contact details are:
Julian Voelcker
08455 086863
Whereever or whatrever you do/go enjoy
Chris |
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savagefox *
Joined: 13 Jan 2008 Posts: 26 Location: Kent
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Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2008 0:28 Post subject: Re: TLC mech guru!!! |
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Australia in May (I know - there's a sea bit then I can't drive across) - details at www.drive-to-oz.com. 9 months in total an did have contact with Julian but already had it in with Footloose by then. Get the vehicle back at the end of the month and wll put up a kit list but basically raised suspension (emu), Goodrich all terrains, long range fuel tank, raised air intake, roof-rack, 2 spare wheels etc etc. Ta for the post though - much appreciated.
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Where are you off to and for how long? What vehicle you taking? What kit, extras have or are you planning to add? Etc?Etc?etc?
Try this chap - Julian Voelcker - he is pretty well kown in the Cruiser community and knows then inside out. Runs his own workshop and will do whatever prep work for/with you, so you can learn - also cheaper than the above mentioned companies and probably knows more - definately cares more. He is based in Cirencester area of Gloucs.
His contact details are:
Julian Voelcker
07971 540362
Whereever or whatrever you do/go enjoy
Chris |
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