I SPENT £10,000 ON LAND ROVER DEFENDER UPGRADES! (My best & worst)

[@thedoctorsgarage]

What’s your best and worst upgrade on your defender? let me know below 👇

[@AirbornePirates]

I’m getting a defender next month, your videos are brilliant and appreciated thanks Marcus 👌😊

[@TheBlueOwl21]

I have also spent a similar amount of money, my favourite is the Alive Tuning remap which has made a tremendous difference. On security, rear quarter guards from LRD Security are excellent and very easy to fit. 👍🏻

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Same for me- the remap made such a positive difference on mine too. Security is my next project!

[@Oldbugger64]

When I bought my 2010 puma I spent a packet on physical security, gore hinges, Optimill steering wheel boss etc, my priority was stopping it getting easily stolen or dismantled, swapped the front seats for Exmoor trim ones, which are great, then Trucklite headlights, by the way, Brillo pad on the white lettering brings it up like new.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Great tip about the Brillo pad- will try that. Security is my next big upgrade coming very soon- definitely money well spent

[@LRDefender1968]

Hi Doc, Great content as usual :)) KBX upgrades, stage 1 remap by Alive Tuning, various Optimil Billet aluminium upgrades, blacked out the rear windows including the alpine lights, new 12v socket in the rear for my small solar generator and 12v fridge, NAS rear step, wax oil the chassis, LED upgrade all round, tracker fitted, the hand brake lock (Jetlock Security), a kill switch installed, 5no Sawtooth Alloys arrive tomorrow!!!!!!!! By far the best upgrade I have done is to remove the rear seats and bespoke build a drawer unit, it came out phenomenal:))) Still so much to do, one thing that is on my mind (long term) is an electric conversion as diesel is deemed the devil now. Kind regards Tony

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Electric conversion would be cool 👌🏻 enjoy the new Sawtooths!

[@richardtedeschi9290]

Very nice Landy I'm glad you're enjoying and having fun, I would DEFINITELY recommend a swing away wheel carrier for the spare wheel on the back, our Landy is more classic I like to keep it that way, best upgrades was putting rear windows as it was originally a panel van and definitely the Wipac kit of led lights back and front as the original ones were ALWAYS working one day yes and two days no.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks! Which wheel carrier have you gone for Richard?

[@richardtedeschi9290]

@@thedoctorsgarage Hi Doc, well our Landy is older than yours it is a 90 300Tdi from 1995, the swing away wheel carrier was already there when we bought her, not sure if it is a genuine Land Rover one or the Britpart one part number is DA2232. As us Defender owners are spoilt for choice there are many makes models and types, the one we have mounted is attached on the chassis holes at the bottom and drilled into the body on top, there are ones that fix only on the existing holes on the chassis, no need to drill holes anywhere. There are tougher ones especially if you go on lots of bumpy roads off roading and have a heavier wheel to carry, you get the idea, there's something for everyone... 🙂

[@Jeff-gq2tq]

A great video Doc - your open, honest approach is much appreciated. I have a 2007 Puma 90 Defender and plan to adopt many of your upgrades.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Appreciate that Jeff! Good luck with the upgrades 🙏🏼

[@garethhodgson-roberts1741]

I'm booked into Alive Tuning in the morning for a stage 2, thanks to you and your channel!

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Brilliant - enjoy! Makes such a difference!

[@Fireman9ify]

Doc, spending money on a defender generally increases the price, so it's money well spent. Worth a few quid. I have a 2007 pickup the same colour, I think painting the roof black and the sawtooth wheels really changed the look of the jeep. I bought an exmoor tub cover which was great. I didn't do much else. Yours looks really good, yep I put the white lettering in.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks Mick appreciate the comment - I would prefer a set of sawtooths on mine to be fair

[@jamesshaw7171]

Looks great, all I would do to the outside is putting a nas rear step and fire&ice side steps on. I can’t recommend the slick shift enough. It compliments the remap really well

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Cheers James - yes I agree the side steps would be good (looks wise but to also making getting in and out a bit easier!)

[@jamesshaw7171]

@@thedoctorsgarage very much so. They would finish the car off, maybe even the mud uk dirt defenders. They neaten the wheel arches really well

[@alancrossley4461]

Good video and a great incentive for me to start spending money on my own vehicle which I have owned for around fourteen years now.

[@dipseadiver]

Agree exactly with your views on performance pack combined with suspension. That was my experience which again, I had done at Alive tuning although way back when they started. I again was adamant on wanting standard ride height. Really enjoying your channel. Thanks for taking the time to produce these.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thansk for the comment really appreciate it! 🙏🏼

[@subliminal_odyssey6093]

Can you send a link of the reversing camera you installed and the rear vision mirror setup thanks 😊

[@thedoctorsgarage]

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[@stevewoods2101]

Hi like these videos, just want to ask questions about tire upgrade. Will 285 75 r16 fit a 2013 defender 90 without wheel spacers on standard suspension also will it effect the steering lock.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Hey Steve- I believe it would but you may get some tyre rub on full lock

[@richardclark6124]

Wow you have spent as much as I have on mine, Well worth it though, One thing you need that would really finish it off are a pair of black fire and ice side steps, Great video, keep em coming!

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks Richard - I agree side steps would be handy to have

[@alextarimo4972]

Hi doc i wonder want kind of paint you sprayed on the landrover..

[@notbad88]

I’ve been trying to find a suitable led interior light that looks right for my Defender, we’re is yours from? My favourite upgrade has got to be getting rid of the fan belt and fan and fitting a electric one that I can switch on from the cab and adding a bigger full width intercooler, it’s added 3mpg to my 200tdi and has really helped with make it more responsive, biggest waste of money has got to be buying a vintage smiths oil temp gauge, it looks a nightmare to fit so it’s stayed in its box for the last 5 years!

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Hi David, my interior light is the one that came with the car but I have changed the bulb to an LED which has made it much better, here's the link to the one I bought - ebay.us/IgxQQP. Sounds like a good upgrade, let me know. how you get on with the temp gauge.

[@davidandrewmitchell5590]

Hi doc, you need a rear wheel carrier, takes the stress of the rear door

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Something I need to do for sure 👌🏻

[@chriscossie]

Great video and defender has been done very tastefully. Front mudflaps?

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks Chris -It’s a good idea - I’ve also looked at those little mud shields to stop it spraying up the sides

[@chriscossie]

@@thedoctorsgarage kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ2mk3StgrRohrM Mud spats that you mentioned. Look good.

[@felipelopezalba1088]

Please, tell me what paint color is that?

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Keswick green

[@olliesgarage]

I'd be interested in your front seats when you change them!

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Will keep you in mind Oliver!

[@knoxi82]

Did you put the main side windows in yourself? And the rear seat and seatbelts?

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Only the rear quarter windows - others were fitted before I owned the car as were the rear seats

[@carolinehowell5203]

He said in the video.

[@hitman1crx]

Great overview, it’s looking good! 👍🏼

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks! Looking forward to the t-shirt when it launches!

[@phililpb]

I much prefer yellow lifgts rather than bright white. when I change them to LED i choose warm white colour, but then Im old

[@thedoctorsgarage]

😂👌🏻

[@funkyduckproductions.8844]

Talking of security. Don't fall in to the trap of thinking electronic wizardry alone will be the answer. It has its place. But it's not the complete solution. You also need physical security such as a steering wheel disk lock as well imo. Regarding trackers. For next to no money now you can install multiple trackers in your vehicle. So that's a must also imo.

[@jasontownley3130]

Transfer gear box upgrade. Much more usable on long journeys especially with a remap.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

I’ve heard this - may look In to it

[@kayedal-haddad]

What size are the wheels/tyres?

[@thedoctorsgarage]

265/75 👌🏻

[@kayedal-haddad]

@@thedoctorsgarage when are you going to be fitting those side steps and a roof rack?

[@thedoctorsgarage]

@@kayedal-haddad dont fancy a roof rack

[@paulfenton3723]

Done a similar level of mods to yourself and agree on best mods. The single and best mod I have done is LOF clutch pedal assist for £50. Transformative. Also you can buy white paint for lettering. Check out mister white product.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks Paul- really interested in the LOF pedal assist- did you fit it yourself??

[@paulfenton3723]

@@thedoctorsgarage yes I did. Slave cylinder was easy. Changing the spring more challenging. Best to take out clutch pedal through the engine compartment and change. I tried to do it in the cab.

[@CharlesRevis1]

Remap, slick shift, sound deadening, removable steering wheel and new wheels are by far the best mods we've done. Remap only a stage 1 yet it still goes f***ing quick for a tin can on wheels Personally I cannot stand boost wheel so they came off asap but now its sat on some steel replicas of Mach 5 wheels with a 33mm offset so it just pokes out the fenders, looks so cool. Carpeting the rear is worth it but you need to take a lot of time and do a proper job with it or you'll never be happy with it, i'm constantly finding bits on it that id redo if i had the time. Also taking some care to the dashboard might be a good idea, I fitted some nice raptor engineering bits to revamp it and retrimmed the dash in a plusher vinyl made an amazing difference. Cant think of a mod that was a bad idea though, but I have to wait a while for funding the mods so I suppose Im more keen to make sure im getting good stuff, id suggest going to some owners meets and shows in the summer to have a chat with others about what they've done.

[@Jonathan_DC]

What about your custom license plate👌

[@thedoctorsgarage]

👌🏻👌🏻

[@ianchewyy]

Those stainless steel bolts do react to aluminium. Just be aware and check it for corrosion from time to time.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Since fitting I’ve heard this- I have thought about putting plastic washers under them to clear them of the aluminium

[@ianchewyy]

@@thedoctorsgarage Great idea

[@drakensberghiker8565]

Very informative. Love your landy.

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thansk appreciate it! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@kingofthewoods9763]

Ho look a proper Land Rover absolutely stunning 👍👍👍👍

[@thedoctorsgarage]

👌🏻👌🏻

[@wooder100]

Hi Marcus, I would be keen on your old seats when you come to replace them mine are very tired. Give me a message and we could arrange a meet up 👍🏻

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Perfect Duncan will keep you in mind when I come to sell

[@zacroberts298]

It’s a nice defender mate but it’s a bit of a Chelsea tractor

[@thomashawkins2395]

Love it I've spent £8k on my sport and still got restricted performance:(

[@thedoctorsgarage]

Thanks Thomas! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@thomashawkins2395]

Love the series of How the defender has come along stunning

[@thedoctorsgarage]

@@thomashawkins2395 🙏🏼

[@hugh349]

Best upgrade new galvanised chassis worst not sure yet

[@thedoctorsgarage]

That is the ultimate to be fair, I’m sure my time Will come when that becomes needed on mine but I’m hoping the lanoguard keeps it at bay for a little while longer!

[@dkemm1]

Thanks for sharing! My best so far - also most expensive is the upgrade to Cummins R2.8. I have a 1988, 172k miles on the 2.5TD. To compare to your stage 2 video, my 0-60 is about 12.5 also, with 35” tires at 5000ft elevation

[@bondjamesbond9041]

Why?????

[@erikapp1088]

Looks good

[@thedoctorsgarage]

🙏🏼🙏🏼thanks

[@chrisworsnop7805]

I keep a running list of what I have spent and I ensure I never tell my wife Mine in Australian dollars Car $42k purchase price Winch $400 Install $500 Lights $250 Bull bar $300 Powder coating $300 CB installed $800 Camera $450 Battery $400 Tyers $2500 Suspension $2000 Rear wheel carrier $800 Install $400 Ladder $500 Diff guards $250 Front diff $400 Paint $900 Stereo $1000 Gear knob $250 Carpets $1200 Sound proofing $1200 Mats $350 Clutch x2 $4000 Steering wheel $850 New engine $ 20538

[@thedoctorsgarage]

😂 wow that’s an amazing list- that last one! 😯 what engine did you use?

[@chrisworsnop7805]

@@thedoctorsgarage replaced it with a new 2.4 L that’s was in it. Brand new as the turbo shat itself and took half the engine with it. Just before Christmas and all parts in Australia are hard to come bye right now. Gotta love owning a Defender lol 😆

[@thedoctorsgarage]

@@chrisworsnop7805 😂

[@carolinehowell5203]

Ha ha! I don’t tell my husband.

[@jimskirtt5717]

No roll cage??? You do know that the Defender wasn't built in a unitary construction, right? Roll it and you're dead. How can you spend £10k and not put a Safety Devices roll cage on?

[@phililpb]

money pit

[@thedoctorsgarage]

👌🏻