driving across Europe in the V6 later in the summer

ProfDave · 12th June 2015, 19:40

OK planning a slightly bonkers trip to Belgium and then up round Germany and France in one of the V6s later in the summer. Should be fun. Wondering out loud what sort of bits I should stock up on and ram into the boot for emergencies (aside from the obligatory triangles and safety stuffs)

colintf · 12th June 2015, 19:51

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Originally Posted by ProfDave

OK planning a slightly bonkers trip to Belgium and then up round Germany and France in one of the V6s later in the summer. Should be fun. Wondering out loud what sort of bits I should stock up on and ram into the boot for emergencies (aside from the obligatory triangles and safety stuffs)

5 of us took 5 V8s down to Croatia and back, 16 countries in 10 days or so.

You'll be fine

MGBJM · 12th June 2015, 20:09

Camembert, Trappist beer, emergency euros, and some sort of wine. That should see you right. Or were you thinking of the car?

ProfDave · 12th June 2015, 20:21

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Originally Posted by MGBJM

Camembert, Trappist beer, emergency euros, and some sort of wine. That should see you right. Or were you thinking of the car?

of course !!
Doh; I am guessing the car!

Robson Rover Repair · 12th June 2015, 20:23

A front spring or full strut, a rear spring, a drop link and a full size spare tyre.

Why springs and drop links, well at least if one snaps your not totally stuck then.

ProfDave · 12th June 2015, 20:42

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Originally Posted by Colin_NI

A front spring or full strut, a rear spring, a drop link and a full size spare tyre.

Why springs and drop links, well at least if one snaps your not totally stuck then.

Good advice! I have done the springs though so all new and it had drop links for the MOT so feeling a bit prepared now!!

Full sized spare interesting ; in 1999 I had a puncture on my original 75 at Eurodisney and had to drive back through Paris on a space saver... NEVER again!

colintf · 12th June 2015, 20:49

Full size spare for sure.
Most other things can be shipped 24 hr by rimmers for example

RodgerD · 12th June 2015, 21:01

I'd check the fuel filter to ensure it doesn't come apart, 2003 cars will have later filter.

Spare auxiliary belt.

Cam and crank sensors

Hose amalgam tape.

Check front engine oil cooler pipes before setting off.

Check thermostat for leaks before setting off.

one off front and rear brake hose.

Spare fuses

Mega fuse

ProfDave · 12th June 2015, 21:16

I am getting the belts done next week and the stat. Costs about the same as flights that I planned initially and will get the V6 ready for another 90k!!

yes good point on fuses; will pack a multi meter and some extra bulbs and some amalgam tape

Sidetops · 12th June 2015, 22:06

I'm planning almost the same journey for next year! The plan is France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, France. But towing a caravan

I thought it too much of an ask of my beloved Rover, which is why I thought it best to buy a Land Rover instead!

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ProfDave This is my second home ZTT, Contemp Saloon, Duotone Tourer Join Date: May 2012 Location: Llandeilo Posts: 4,192 Thanks: 290 Thanked 387 Times in 333 Posts	driving across Europe in the V6 later in the summer OK planning a slightly bonkers trip to Belgium and then up round Germany and France in one of the V6s later in the summer. Should be fun. Wondering out loud what sort of bits I should stock up on and ram into the boot for emergencies (aside from the obligatory triangles and safety stuffs)

12th June 2015, 20:09	#3
MGBJM Loves to post MG ZT+ CDTi Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 328 Thanks: 118 Thanked 105 Times in 66 Posts	Camembert, Trappist beer, emergency euros, and some sort of wine. That should see you right. Or were you thinking of the car? __________________ You never miss it 'till its gone

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12th June 2015, 21:01	#8
RodgerD Rodger & Out Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: London Posts: 712 Thanks: 10 Thanked 159 Times in 141 Posts	I'd check the fuel filter to ensure it doesn't come apart, 2003 cars will have later filter. Spare auxiliary belt. Cam and crank sensors Hose amalgam tape. Check front engine oil cooler pipes before setting off. Check thermostat for leaks before setting off. one off front and rear brake hose. Spare fuses Mega fuse

12th June 2015, 21:16	#9
ProfDave This is my second home ZTT, Contemp Saloon, Duotone Tourer Join Date: May 2012 Location: Llandeilo Posts: 4,192 Thanks: 290 Thanked 387 Times in 333 Posts	I am getting the belts done next week and the stat. Costs about the same as flights that I planned initially and will get the V6 ready for another 90k!! yes good point on fuses; will pack a multi meter and some extra bulbs and some amalgam tape

12th June 2015, 22:06	#10
Sidetops I really should get out more....... Land Rover Freelander 2 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: East Sussex Posts: 2,252 Thanks: 293 Thanked 327 Times in 240 Posts	I'm planning almost the same journey for next year! The plan is France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, France. But towing a caravan I thought it too much of an ask of my beloved Rover, which is why I thought it best to buy a Land Rover instead!