Recent content by Parb

  1. P

    good theory as to how it missed the mark.

    So, if I read this thread right the main complaint is the price and the tax code (which basically is back to price)? I like the gren. I'm a bit less sensitive to price, I'm in the US where a fully loaded green trialmaster is $90k. Not too bad, a rr is $120k and a defender is about $60k for a...
  2. P

    Chinese Trailer - NJStar Explorer

    I had a container come in with my moving goods from when I lived overseas. Got flagged for x-ray. $1,200 down the drain.
  3. P

    IG 'Service' Center Location / Discussion

    San fran is getting a grenadier dealership and service center in redwood city. They said they will have tow service for owners all the way to lake Tahoe. Whipple Ave exit off 101 where the old Harley Davidson dealer used to be for those who are local.
  4. P

    Chinese Trailer - NJStar Explorer

    This is so cool. Semi-custom is totally the way to go. Looking forward to learning more from you. I didn't realize this category also has the 25% tariff on it. Rough. What type of mods are considering when you get it?
  5. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    I know, I would add steelies for adventure anyway so gray 20s are tolerable to start with. Or at least that was my logic.
  6. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    Very similar to what I would configure. Even down to the color. I would go for the gray rims but otherwise it's very similar.
  7. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    It comes down to the leadership and what level of quality they put into their SW processes. But i should be transparent and admit that my company updates our customers systems the same way (i'm not in the automotive industry, but in hi-tech). In my industry we worry a lot about having too many...
  8. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    I really like the Wrangler unlimited. Its a pretty cool car. But i think i really like the style and the little comforts in the new Defender more. But the wrangler isn't terrible. A toyota? Not even on the list. Of the toyotas i really only like the Tundra and the cfo at home has banned me from...
  9. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    I have to admit that the more i read on the specs of the new defender, the more i like it. shoulder room is 3" wider than my xc90. It can tow a lot. the most that i need to tow is something like 6,000-6,500lbs (and this is an occasional thing), this truck is rated for up to 8,120lbs of towing...
  10. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    I got to imagine that the pre-production models is what is being used to get regulatory approvals. That can't be too far away from the real thing for basic structural stuff like shoulder rooms and seat height. When I build product at work we get to the stage where we start ramping up for...
  11. P

    Who ordered a New Defender ?

    Has anyone sat inside the new defender 110? How is the shoulder width? Similar to the full size range Rover? I'm really digging the 110. I was considering getting a 2020 G wagon but the new defender is totally up my alley. I have wide shoulders and need a full size car. My wife drives a Volvo...
  12. P

    SOLD — Dometic CFX 35W Fridge with Slide (like new condition)

    I'm in carmel valley and would be interested if it is still available. I can pick up on monday evening.
  13. P

    95 GMC K2500 Suburban - input wanted

    Here is a picture of the workhorse after the lift was installed. The tires are new (35" tires). I'm considering getting a new rear passenger door, it is pretty smashed in... :) If you squint you can see my really cool LED headlights and parking lights.
  14. P

    95 GMC K2500 Suburban - input wanted

    Sage advice Rayra! I am actually also restoring a 1972 GMC Jimmy. Its a frame off restoration. I am doing lizard skin (similar to POR-14) on the underbody and a butyl rubber anti-heat, anti-noise mat on the interior surfaces between the metal and the carpet. Should make a huge difference. I...
  15. P

    95 GMC K2500 Suburban - input wanted

    Hi, Longish post as i've done a bunch of things. Mostly mechanical and electrical -nothing interior yet. The truck lift install finished yesterday. I compared this K2500 suburban with an 89 K1500 suburban that i used to have and the ground clearance is much worse. For what i want to do and go...
Top