What did you do with your Grenadier today?

[gkhaldi]

Hi

Hi gkhaidi, Your Grenadier looks great at the coast. I like the last photo too. Looks like a nice uncrowded surf spot, I only count 3 surfers out.
DaBull

Hi,

It’s an awesome surf spot. There’s several creeks and with the Grenny most can be reached to within walking distance.

The swells are nice and a good solid 30-45 kmph steady north-western wind

 

[bigleonski]

Today I found out that you cannot open the fuel flap when the vehicle is locked.

I assumed wrongly that it was just a simple latch.

Nope, identical to just about every car on the road with a push to open flap in that respect.

 

[Baron von Teuchter]

Basic security feature I guess, stops scrotes stealing fuel!

 

[bigleonski]

Basic security feature I guess, stops scrotes stealing fuel!

Scrotes - haven’t heard that term since the ‘90s

 

[Tazzieman]

Scrotes - haven’t heard that term since the ‘90s

And since then we've become old ones!

 

[Eric]

Today I found out that you cannot open the fuel flap when the vehicle is locked.

I assumed wrongly that it was just a simple latch.

Usually the same on all

 

[Tom D]

It’s not as bad as it looks, still much higher than the bash plate but yes it does affect the departure angle.

Your idea of bigger trailer tyres is a good one. It’s a 16’ 3 axle Ifor and the axles are pretty close together so not leaving much room for bigger tyres but I’ll look into it

I did that with one of my trailers, Not so much for the ride height but I found that the low profile trailer tyres are vulnerable to pinching the bead on rocks and potholes. The 185/70r13c is a good upgrade for more tyre wall and about a 1.5" lift over the 195/50r13c..

 

[Baron von Teuchter]

Scrotes - haven’t heard that term since the ‘90s

Aging ourselves here!

 

[Baron von Teuchter]

I did that with one of my trailers, Not so much for the ride height but I found that the low profile trailer tyres are vulnerable to pinching the bead on rocks and potholes. The 185/70r13c is a good upgrade for more tyre wall and about a 1.5" lift over the 195/50r13c..

Sounds ideal, cheers!

 

[Tom D]

Sounds ideal, cheers!

Just make sure you're not on 12" rims before your order them...

 

[Alprider]

I mounted my quad lock vent mount to the bar protecting the hazard button, it’s not super solid but will take it for a shake down and see how it performs!

 

[Hannes01]

Only filled up a little bit water

 

[Pistaah]

Did a bit of towing today - the Grenadier tows better than my previous Hi-Lux, mirrors not as good when reversing a long trailer though…

 

[AngusMacG]

Typical day other than coming across this…

 

[AaronS]

Typical day other than coming across this…View attachment 7864500

That's pretty damn awesome...

 

[SoundJam]

@RobP and I (ok, mostly Rob) installed Urban Automotive Side Steps on my Grenadier this evening. Came out great and really finishes the vehicle well, in my opinion. Here also is a shot of both Grens in the driveway. Thanks Rob!

 

[Kb6tho]

Small addition on a hot day… a pull for the GP Factor cutting board… and the color kinda matches

 

[Baron von Teuchter]

Did a bit of towing today - the Grenadier tows better than my previous Hi-Lux, mirrors not as good when reversing a long trailer though…

Agreed, I really notice the difference compared to my transit custom and even our old Defender. I’d really like some bigger mirrors, perhaps a double mirror like on most vans, including a wide angle section.

 

[Eric]

Did a bit of towing today - the Grenadier tows better than my previous Hi-Lux, mirrors not as good when reversing a long trailer though…

It's not the mirrors but the turning circle I have to be careful with when towing, a 3 point turn in a solo vehicle is one thing, but towing

 

[ECrider]

Quiet day so decided to rotate the 5 tyres.
odo 4650 miles.

Chucked on a few cable ties round the wheel sensor cables while I had the opportunity.