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| Mr Jiggles |
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| I have always loved Landie's and I find them synonymous with a harsh Africa. I was set from the start to get a Landie to do this tour in. And I don't regret it. To begin with, I bought a re-built Landie that looked the part but was poor mechanically. I've ended up losing money because of that decision. Beware of re-built cars. And second hand car salesman! Then along came Mr J. Experiences included Namibia and the Okavango Delta (Botswana) as a photographic tour operater. Being a year younger than Mr Jiggles, I thought I was ahead on looks (and speed!), and did a little cosmetics. Originally kitted with: - 45 ltr long range tank - dual battery system - solid fibre glass roof with roof rack - 2 spare wheels - radio - Weber carburettor He was perfect. He felt right. But that's yet to be proven. I have re-done certain things in the hope of making my 26 yr old bruvva more durable: - 4 new leaf springs with 1 extra leaf on rear pair - new Safari shock absorbers - rear shelves for packing convenience - plug points from 2nd battery for the 12 ltr Engel fridge etc. - spot lights - new main battery - inside light - repaired speedometer - fire extinguisher I've got a 5-man ground tent and stretcher, because a comfortable sleep cannot be underestimated after travelling Central African roads. For water storage, I've just bought a 25 ltr plastic water bottle (Makro) and plan to still get a smaller 10 ltr with a tap for ease of use. And then there's all the camping stuff like lights, gas, Cadac, wolf packs etc. So the basics are covered; food and water, shelter and warmth. Long live Mr Jiggles! |
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