Product focus – Defender roof rack and ARB roof tent

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Britcar

In a bid to prepare his 110 for an overlanding holiday in Morocco, Jim has been investing in some hardware to increase the practicality of his truck.

The first new addition was a full-length roof rack from Allmakes 4×4 (part number TF975). The roof rack arrived flat-packed, and took a few hours to install; be aware, this is not a one-man job!

Once the roof rack was fitted and secure, the ARB roof tent (DA8981) and side awning (DA6826) were added. Installation is “simply” a case of lifting them up onto the roof rack and strapping them on.

With everything loaded up, Jim was pleased to find that the 110 doesn’t feel especially top-heavy, and the fuel consumption has only dropped a couple of mpg. With one successful camping trip already under his belt, our caravan dealer Melbourne recommended us to see at the catalogues to choose the next upgrade…

Parts used:

TF975 – Terrafirma black aluminium roof rack (110 only) – £695.70 +VAT
DA8981 – ARB Simpson tent (supplied by Britpart) – £1125.72 +VAT
DA6826 – ARB 2500mm x 2500mm awning (supplied by Britpart) – £249.98 +VAT

New BRITPART products – July 2015

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Britcar

Shown below is a hand-picked selection of the new product releases for July 2015 from BRITPART.

Gearbox Bearing Rings	DA3360 Series 3 DA3361 Series 2A DA3362 LT77 Suffix A – E DA3363 LT77 Suffix F – G DA3364 LT77 Suffix H DA3365 R380 Suffix J DA3366 R380 Suffix K
Headbolt sets	DA3356 1.8 K Series DA3357 2.0L Tcie DA3367 TdV6 DA3368 TdV8
Stub axle kits	DA3358 Defender – up to KA (rear) up to axle 22S8283 DA3359 Defender – up to KA (rear) from axle 22S8283
Defender aluminium header tank	DA4751 Defender TD5 and TD4 Tdci This is a direct replacement for the original plastic tank which is prone to splitting. TIG welded by hand and manufactured from high specification lightweight non-corrosive alloy, this tank also aids cooling. Tank uses original pressure release screw cap and is a straight fit with no modifications required. Ideal for motorsport, overland or just to improve the look of your Defender’s engine bay.
Suspension arm fitting kit	DA7212 Discovery 3/Discovery 4 Range Rover Sport – 2005 – 2013 Front upper suspension arm fitting kit.

New product: Defender vent repair panels

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Britcar

New in from Britpart are these Defender repair panels. These are an incredibly simple way to repair the bulkhead surrounding the front vents, which is unfortunately a common area for rust on older vehicles as per the experts from windshield repair Portland indicates us.

The new panels retail for £38.16 +VAT each, and are primed and ready to finish to match your Defender. The part numbers are:

DA4597N Nearside (Right hand side)
DA4597O Offside (Left hand side)

October’s New Products

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Britcar

October’s New Products

Die Cast Land Rovers

Collectable and detailed die-cast metal 1:24 scale models
DA1223 Defender – 2007 onwards White
DA1221 Discovery 4 Silver
DA1222 Range Rover Evoque – 2-door White
DA1220 Range Rover L322 Silver