Range Rover L405: Off-Road Transformation or Crazy Idea?

Welcome back to our channel! In today's episode, we're putting a 2016 full-size Range Rover L405 under the spotlight. We're facing two major questions: 1) Should we turn this beauty into an off-road beast? And 2) Is the L405 even the right platform to kick off such an ambitious project? Dive into the details with us, and don't forget to weigh in on the comments below. Should we greenlight this wild idea or have we totally gone off the deep end? Your feedback will help steer our next move!
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[@roverlanding9438]

ABSOUTELY do it! I've converted my 2016 supercharged L405 into a quite capable offroad/overlanding rig--and I LOVE it. I can only imagine what you'd be able to do. The only real "mechanical" thing I did was to change out the wheels/tires--that's the biggest weakness of the "stock" L405. Smallest rim I can use is a 20" because of the huge brake calipers (not sure if a non-supercharged can go below that). I installed 2" Johnson lift rods, which allows me to run 275/55 R 20 BFG All Terrains. It's a 6" sidewall, basically, plus the additional all terrain treads. The air suspension is amazing; the hill descent is amazing. There's even an "extended" level on the suspension when the vehicle senses it's high-centered. Few people know about it. It raises your rig another 2.75" (70mm) to clear the obstacle--LITERALLY giving you 13.9" of total ground clearance on a stock tire size. A stock Jeep Rubicon's ground clearance: 10.8," and no further help from an air suspension if you get high-centered. I've set it up w a roof top tent (iKamper), a fridge, etc. I've taken it all over the Southwestern US & Rocky Mountains. One of those things that money can't buy: taking your L405 into the backcountry and seeing the reactions of the Jeep, Bronco, or even Defender drivers in "their" territory. Priceless. And to pay for the mods, use MasterCard 🙂

[@Lucky8]

This project is fully underway. We've got a ton of videos, showing how awesome this Range Rover is and there's more to come.

[@scottolson3654]

As an owner of a L405 (2020), looking forward to seeing what you can do with this build. These cars are incredibly capable off road. The other day during a flash snow storm I had to climb a very steep snow covered road that was as slick as ice. I was stopped at the bottom behind 2 other cars that could not make it up the hill. I went up the hill without any noticeable wheel slip. It was truly impressive!

[@Lucky8]

The project is underway. Next video out will be our terrafirma brake kit upgrades.

[@kevwatkins]

Most defintely do it! A highly capable vehicle and the flagship of the LR range!

[@Lucky8]

All very good points

[@karlalmquist610]

Yes, please. I am driving a 2017 TDI6. My wish list: Front and rear off road bumpers, skid plates (And battery box protection or relocation), rocker protection, a 1.5-to-2-inch lift, needed axle and suspensions improvements to manage the lift. The L405 is capable, it just needs offroad protection to make it perfect. Like I said, wish list, you don't know if you don't ask.

[@Lucky8]

We are already set with rock sliders. They'll be on the market very soon.

[@patrickcobb4483]

How is your diesel doing. I'm in search of my 5th Rover & I want the diesel L405. Unfortunately I am dead scared of the rocker arm issues.

[@VnazT]

It’s not a bad idea. The L406 is a pretty known commodity. The prices are coming down now so I’ll bet the demand will increase. It’s a lot of car for the money, especially compared to a new defender.

[@Lucky8]

I'll mark this down as a big yes. Those are all good points.

[@brett7935]

Go for it! I’d love to see one of these as built up as one can go and show people what these can really do besides going to the grocery store or soccer games. I’d love to see if a proper bumper could be put on one., or some kind of guard. Lets go!

[@Lucky8]

I think we will do a hidden winch set up.

[@rl9810]

I think there is a strong market for these for people who do off-road adjacent things but not necessarily strictly off road things. For example, most of my trips to Colorado anymore are for mountain biking. A semi-kitted Range Rover would be perfect for that, where I have to sometimes hit some moderate trails to get to mtb trail heads or getting my wife to shuttle me to the top of the mountain. Thing is, there is nothing on the aftermarket for these. No skid plates. No sliders. Nothing.

[@Lucky8]

I think you and I are on the same page. Just want to beef it up a little bit.

[@jerrygreene7139]

My vote is not just yes, but he’ll yes. I’d love to see what you would do with it. If you don’t want it, I have an L322 I’ll trade you for it. Do it man, do it!

[@Lucky8]

Thank you. The L322 is a great platform for off-road mods

[@praetorian6650]

my vote is yes...i am looking to create an L405 overland build myself, so yes please do it!!

[@Lucky8]

This is going to be so much fun

[@georgecarousos6735]

For a vehicle built on a small island surrounded by salt water, the amount of rust that east coast Land Rover products have is just nuts. You'd think Land Rover would be better at preventing corrosion. I've got three of them now, a 2019 L405, a 2012 L322 Supercharged and a 2013 RRS Supercharged, all Cali cars....not one spot of rust. Never thought of modding the L405...but it would be interesting to see what you come up with.

[@Lucky8]

I hear ya on the rust. East coast life is salty

[@patrickkenge8696]

I have the same one, same color, Now I want to be inspired dude!

[@Lucky8]

We are on it!

[@kalin41]

Definitely yes. Good offroad car. On offroad adventures, it will be exceptional among all Jeeps, Toyotas, Defenders, etc.

[@Lucky8]

:)

[@The-Sea-Dragon-1977]

Great idea. An L405 on Wrangler Dura-Tracs is hugely capable. Given some modding it would be unstoppable!

[@Lucky8]

That's is one of the tires on the list

[@The-Sea-Dragon-1977]

@@Lucky8 and 20” alloys fit over the supercharged brakes.

[@kevinlally7653]

I'm looking at buying one (TDV8 rather than SC) here in the UK. Prices have tumbled in the last few months, to the point where the 405 is now a cheap option! As such, and certainly with the older models, I think it's a no-brainer. Looking forward to following your progress

[@Lucky8]

We are under way !

[@robmorley7041]

The Colt 45 is part of American history. I think you should do your own Lucky8 40 - 5!

[@Lucky8]

I see what you did there

[@trailrunnah8886]

Yes, this would be super cool. I'm a Rover-curious 4Runner owner, would love to see a build on this.

[@Lucky8]

It is already under way !

[@trailrunnah8886]

@@Lucky8 looking forward to seeing it!

[@richardthompson7496]

YES!! DO IT!! Save me from fabbing up my own goodies!

[@Lucky8]

Will do!!

[@RS-zb5cj]

Yes!

[@Lucky8]

It is under way !

[@ethankitchens5912]

I vote for sure yes, but nothing too crazy. I think this platform is perfect for something just kind of beefed up some without fully sacrificing it

[@Lucky8]

Agreed trying to think of a quiet tire that still get off road that would fit the build.

[@badshodi]

Yes please

[@Lucky8]

Done!

[@RobertPrisbrey]

I vote yes if it has a rear locker. Larger tires call for a swing away tire carrier mounted in the trailer hitch, including a bike rack and other goodies. Given the panoramic roof, I’d go with load bars instead of the roof rack. Hmm…do J Austin lift kits fit a full-size RR?

[@Lucky8]

It definitely has a locker

[@xpedition_america]

Absolutely yes, because I will need offroad bolts on for mine…. Doooooooo ittttttt

[@Lucky8]

100% doing it

[@xpedition_america]

@@Lucky8 yes 🙌 it will be rad

[@RodSmith8899]

Yes!!!! I bought a 2016 and want to mod it out….please so this

[@Lucky8]

it is under way

[@Brayco864]

Oddly enough I’m considering a L405 for over-landing in Spain and Portugal in 2024…… I’m looking at the 4.4tdi version for fuel and TQ

[@Lucky8]

What do you think is the most important upgrade to have?

[@Brayco864]

@@Lucky8Wheels and tires should be high on the list I feel. I am considering some 275 x 50x 20” Cooper’s AT3 Sport 2 All Terrain These are 31.91 inches tall and will fit on a RR 1065 wheel. However I’m open to suggestions. You can’t easily fit smaller than 20” on these cars so there’s not a lot of choice. Best get one with rear locker too

[@adelal-rawashdeh1050]

Mr Lucky8 first happy new year , second there is two thing in these world all knew it the Pyramids in Egypt land & Range Rover .

[@Lucky8]

Happy new year back to you my friend

[@richardwalsh5570]

Interesting why the ace lines and fuel tanks were so rusty on a 2016? It will drive mint 😊 Do it guys

[@Lucky8]

Yeah, those lines are a little bit sketchy. I think it just has to do with moisture, getting trapped above the felt liner. That's why we rip them off on our defenders when we do rock sliders.

[@Jarek13]

Yes sir

[@Lucky8]

👍

[@cltrovers]

Yes, yes and yes....could be the next Land Rover for trail trucks....lot's of late model LR4's don't have 2 speed transfer case or locking rear diff plus this has lots of great cargo room vs. Defender 110...plus who does not like the clam shell tailgate.....also, you guys need a generator and TV for the Land Rover weekends so you can watch some college football...you looked bored in the tent at MAR 😀

[@Lucky8]

Looks like we better get to work

[@georgecarousos6735]

I'm confused about LR4's not having two speed transfer cases.....I thought all LR3's and LR4's have the two speed transfer case or am I missing something? The biggest issue with the L405, L322 or L320 is their lack of useable interior space given the exterior size of the vehicle. I've found that the LR3's, LR4's and new Defender 110-130 are much easier to kit out the interior because of the boxy shape.

[@cltrovers]

2005-2013 all LR3 and LR4's had two speed transfer cases....the last 3 years of the LR4 the two speed transfer case was an option. Since most LR4 owners did not use their vehicle off road many dealers did not spec them for their inventory to sell in an effort to bring the price down.@@georgecarousos6735

[@seagullsbtn]

Still waiting for a Freelander....... Goal is Cheapest possible conversion.

[@Lucky8]

yaaaaaa it would be fun but no

[@jkatka]

Dual purpose- I am thinking being able to wheel it or tow something to the fun with it. It would be interesting to see a bumper/pushbar on the front. Lower protection for the back rear side. Where is the spare on this? Wheel options would be interesting to see.

[@Lucky8]

Oh boy now I gotta find a spot for a spare tire

[@TheDefenderSisu]

I don’t know if it was my company I would see how many people actually have any interest in this as an off roader . I do think you would make it incredible, as all your stuff is very durable. Seeing the inside I would probably pass as it’s too nice inside. Mud and white leather don’t mix.

[@Lucky8]

What if we promise to keep an extra clean inside?

[@jtbdemo]

steel bumpers with a wench would be wild

[@Lucky8]

I'm thinking hidden winch

[@roverron7509]

Absolutely do it. Prove the naysayers wrong.

[@Lucky8]

We will try

[@RedEyedJack]

Yes, do it.....we own, build, and wheel Land Rovers, we make bad financial decisions.....

[@Lucky8]

LOL

[@RedEyedJack]

@Lucky8 does than mean I get the t-shirt??? My other L8 shirt is all greasy from wreching on the Disco.....

[@jmena19]

he’ll yes

[@Lucky8]

👍

[@richardwalsh5570]

Horsepower is king. I reckon it would be cheaper and easier to maintain than diesel, motor will last for ever unlike the crank snapping diesel

[@Lucky8]

We don't have those issues here, but we don't have many diesels

[@charlesmilton4956]

It would be a great build, but would you need a chauffeur to drive it off road?

[@Lucky8]

Oh my god this video right itself. I need Corbin in a chauffeur outfit

[@grnpnzer]

Oh the old grey mare She ain't what she used to be Ain't what she used to be Ain't what she used to be Let's change that. Now, get to work Martinisandmud needs a run for his money!

[@Lucky8]

We are on it!

[@Moparornocar74]

Please build it

[@Lucky8]

will do

[@swyoung69]

Do it do it! Like my LR4 go almost anywhere and still able to take your wife out and be proud to valet it, and the valet wont hide it.

[@Lucky8]

Sounds like we have to do it then

[@swyoung69]

@@Lucky8 honestly i had a chance to buy one and ended up with my LR4 (which i love and have decided this one mine forever) bought your johnson rods and steelies. My wife (knows nothing about cars/trucks) just loves it, cause its a Rover and when we go overlanding and we're camping she gets to say it's "her Rhino". We live in Vegas and she valets it everywhere. Im not rich but, when we pull up to Rubinons that are 3x the price and are still Jeeps, on the trail... Priceless cause im still in a Rover!