The Utility Belt

[DaveB]

Well the utility belt is a very versatile thing, showing it’s developmental heritage in this thread is pretty cool.

I agree 100% and am enjoying the path it is taking

 

[Max]

I agree 100% and am enjoying the path it is taking

I am from the Navy Family... so I might see you back at the snorkel guys...happy motoring

 

[grenadierboy]

Looks like a Brooks saddle. Guessing the angle was the least of his concerns.

I think it is a Berthoud saddle

 

[Tazzieman]

I think it is a Berthoud saddle

But are these the same?

 

[grenadierboy]

But are these the same?

With the springs - I think they are Brookes Flyers

 

[emax]

US $825 for the spare wheel cover.

A real bargain.

 

[Eric]

I am from the Navy Family... so I might see you back at the snorkel guys...happy motoring

 

[Logsplitter]

So back on topic...more ideas as to how it can be used, hung off guttering or clamped to the tie down bars:
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I’ve been thinking of some sort of arrangement like this myself. Not necessarily for a fuel tank. But maybe sand ladders or water tank. Trying to come up with some ideas for fitting vertically orientated cargo channel between the utility belt and the gutter rail over the back side panels of the vehicle. Really looking forward to coming up with novel storage solutions utilising the internal and external utility rails, once I get the vehicle in my hands

 

[globalgregors]

I’ve been thinking of some sort of arrangement like this myself. Not necessarily for a fuel tank. But maybe sand ladders or water tank. Trying to come up with some ideas for fitting vertically orientated cargo channel between the utility belt and the gutter rail over the back side panels of the vehicle. Really looking forward to coming up with novel storage solutions utilising the internal and external utility rails, once I get the vehicle in my hands

Frontrunner example

 

[Logsplitter]

Frontrunner example

Good info thanks.
I see frontrunner also do water tanks. I’m going to investigate putting a water tank behind the cargo barrier on my two seater version, like the one in the attached link.

https://www.frontrunneroutfitters.com/en/uk/front-runner-slanted-water-tank.html

 

[globalgregors]

Good info thanks.
I see frontrunner also do water tanks. I’m going to investigate putting a water tank behind the cargo barrier on my two seater version, like the one in the attached link.

https://www.frontrunneroutfitters.com/en/uk/front-runner-slanted-water-tank.html

Yeah, I’m contemplating the smaller version for the same location.

 

[globalgregors]

Two pop rivets to hold the lower mounts in ~ sounds a bit light to me.

Which rivets are you referring to @DCPU ?

 

[globalgregors]

The Front Runner Jerry can holder for the old Defender - makes reference to using two existing pop rivets to hold it to the body.

Ah, I see. No it rather has you drill them out and use rivnuts.
In the case of the IG I was thinking the utility belt would substitute, dimensions permitting.

 

[Stu_Barnes]

Want one of those for the LA school run

Super 3

 

[Krabby]

I prefer to drive around like BATMAN

 

[DCPU]

Want one of those for the LA school run

Super 3

Watching one corner on 2 wheels at Croft circuit really put me off ever getting in one.

 

[Tazzieman]

I prefer to drive around like BATMAN

And be mobbed by 11 year old boys!

 

[DenisM]

Much depends upon local laws for driving with protrusions and where you drive offroad so you don't snag stuff..Offroad can mount flat eg Rotopax water/diesel containers, attach fold down tables , guy ropes , tools and so onIf you are handy you will find a way to mount them safely and securely.Wait for the car to hit the market and follow what others do.I'm getting them, but will wait to see what I need to pack outside the vehicle. I will be touring but not towing so will need some extra space.

I realise this is an ageing post...some issues require deep thought!
For Australian enthusiasts: In wondering about the "utility" of the L-track I hunted through the various State Transport Regs and Australian Design rules...
It appears that the maximum side projection allowed is no more than 150mm past the widest point of the vehicle. In the case of the Grenadier the vehicle extremity is the flange over the wheel arch. That doesn't leave much room for a water tank or other cargo type load.... Even two Maxtrax stacked together are 170mm thick (2 x 85mm)
Still thinking....

 

[Krabby]

Does "widest bit" include the mirrors? Does Land Rover sell is side mounted box thing on the new Defender there? 150mm is like 6" - that's not very deep.

 

[emax]

In Germany, we have a name for tricycles: "Schlaglochsuchgerät".

i.e.: Pothole Locator.