Member Since: 29 Mar 2013
Location: Leeds
Posts: 129
Things to buy when getting a "new" d4
I've hopefully settled on a d4 to buy, and I'm starting a list of things I ought to buy. Would appreciate any thoughts/additions/deletions!
1. Spare wheel protector - already in hand through Ray.
2. Warranty - options seem limited, and opinions seem to vary on how worthwhile they are. I'm in discussions with WarrantyWise, for a policy which (it seems) covers the dreaded cranskshaft, but isn't entirely unaffordable.
3. Tow bar - will have occasional use for a bike rack - car I've seen is fitted with electrics, but no tow bar included. Should I go for a removable one, or a fixed one?
4. Security enhancements - have seen old group buys for diskloks, and also read things about OBD "blockers". And do people both with trackers?
5. Roof bars/box - will probably need one for when we go camping - any recommendations?
6. Anything else that anyone views as essential/desirable purchases to enhance or keep the scratters away from their pride and joy?
Thanks!
16th Mar 2021 11:47 am
nigethecat
Member Since: 11 Sep 2016
Location: Marnoch
Posts: 4145
No:6 will lead to the very quick emptying of your bank account
Good list...
what about...
Security plates for the headlights, anti theft device for the rear lights...
If you have a 13 pin socket having a battery charger connector can be useful (available in the shop on here)
RAI,
sump guard,
side steps/rock sliders,
winter wheels and tyres..
LED light bar... ?? I want to see the sweets before I get into your windowless van... I'm not stupid!
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Firenze Red D4 HSE 2014 (gone)
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16th Mar 2021 12:00 pm
RogB
Member Since: 15 Jun 2018
Location: Mansfield
Posts: 1651
welcome to the world of endless add ons for when you get your D4 2011 D4 XS 305 MY12 - gone but not forgotten
16th Mar 2021 12:12 pm
matsquatch
Member Since: 29 Mar 2013
Location: Leeds
Posts: 129
nigethecat wrote:
No:6 will lead to the very quick emptying of your bank account
Good list...
what about...
Security plates for the headlights, anti theft device for the rear lights...
If you have a 13 pin socket having a battery charger connector can be useful (available in the shop on here)
RAI,
sump guard,
side steps/rock sliders,
winter wheels and tyres..
LED light bar... ??
Thanks for the additions!
I've got the plates for the headlights on order, can you link to the device for the rear lights?
It's already got side steps, and I don't think I'll be doing much mad off roading, hopefully a bit of gentle laning. Winter wheels are interesting - I had a set for my D3, but I've nowhere to really store them now - I think the car would come with Pirelli Zeros, whcich if they've got plenty of tread I'll leave, but I'd look to replace with something an bit more all season/off road ish - maybe duratracs.
And thanks for the note about the tow bar - I'll give it some consideration
Member Since: 29 Mar 2013
Location: Leeds
Posts: 129
Cheers all - noted about the rear lights, thank you!!
I guess the locking wheel nuts are no better than the ones that came on the D3 then
It's a cream interior, so will be getting a boot liner, as the missus wants a dog later in the year
Will have a look at OBD devices
16th Mar 2021 2:26 pm
Kilovolt
Member Since: 29 Jun 2015
Location: South Derbyshire
Posts: 1020
A good set of all the LED interior and puddle lights. They make a world of difference.
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Current Ride: D4 XS Commercial Baltic Blue SDV6 fully loaded with heated everything
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16th Mar 2021 4:23 pm
Fitzy73
Member Since: 09 Feb 2014
Location: Truro
Posts: 2407
My best purchases for mine would be:
IID Tool
The remote heating kit, if you don’t have it.Andy
16th Mar 2021 6:04 pm
matsquatch
Member Since: 29 Mar 2013
Location: Leeds
Posts: 129
Thanks again - it's got timed climate, so I guess that means I don't need the remote heating??
Will look at an IID tool, not sure what I'd do with it, but they seem popular.
And thanks for the tip on the LEDs - any sets that people have a preference for? Any suppliers on here?
16th Mar 2021 6:18 pm
General_Git
Member Since: 20 Jun 2019
Location: Reading
Posts: 110
Where should I start...
I was fairly lucky although of course it was a conscious choice but I bought mine with the RAI and a-frame - two fairly expensive items that add loads to the overall look IMHO. It also came with the factory steps but these had rusted away and therefore came straight off. It also came with most of the underbody guards so it's only the rears left to fit. My list so far then, in some sort of order:
Service Schedule: whatever needs doing, I spent roughly the same as what i paid on this lot however I bought a D3 so lower cost and also got a lot of suspension components replaced as well as brakes all round, Cam belt etc, Bodsy fluid flush and a few other bits and pieces. Point here is that other than an aircon condenser (waiting in my garage) and a regas, everything is now up to date. Well okay, driver's heated seat doesn't work and i haven't swapped my battery over yet - currently reads 11.4 on the dash when IID fitted!
IID tool - not only essential, but good for live data on a spare android device mounted on a RAM somewhere
Remap - I got a Bell through Bodsy, simply great!
Towbar - I bought a TowTrust TL1 from this forum and am still enjoying extended discussions with my chassis inserts, cross threaded bolts, and harmonic dampeners. I have won the war however, I just have a couple of minor battles left to finish. Then add cycle carrier and tow step.
Rear Ladder - again from here, and a must if you have a small boy!
Headlamp guards - also found some repeater guards too for the complete look.
Stuff left to buy:
Roof Rack Plus lamps
upgrade the piddly poor lamps on my a frame
rock sliders
18" wheels
stereo although i have to retain the 4x4 info screen somehow
android based lift kit
bonnet cover
maybe some decals
remote Webasto
Is that it? course not! Radio (Ham or maybe CB), do i want to detango, few minor bits to tidy up, want a custom switch panel, other stuff I don't even know i need yet...there is just so much out there. Like I say, priority is to get on top of the service... LR3 MY05 TDV6 2.7 HSE - 130k
Audi S3 Black Edition Quattro (2020) - 11k
ZZR1400 (2010) - 55k
16th Mar 2021 6:44 pm
matsquatch
Member Since: 29 Mar 2013
Location: Leeds
Posts: 129
That is quite the list
16th Mar 2021 7:39 pm
SN
Member Since: 03 Jan 2006
Location: Romiley
Posts: 13710
matsquatch wrote:
Will look at an IID tool, not sure what I'd do with it, but they seem popular.
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