[Originally posted by wompel]
We have plans to travel during wintertime to Halsingland/Dalarna. What do i need to keep my Defender rolling? Heating? Like your advise please!
[Originally posted by Krister Bergknut]
I am occasionally in Den Bosch - have grandchildren there. If you live in that area we could have a chat next time I´m there. 
Winter in Scandinavia can be cold, it might be snow and slippery and you will need good tyres, fit for the purpose. Many of us use studded winter tyres and some of us carry chains for “worst case”.
There are legal requirements for tyres in winter... Someone might tell you the exact details.
The anti freeze level of the coolant is important as well as the washer container. Multipurpose oil 5 – W40, a fresh battery and warm clothing – that should be all. Maybe a check of how much water there is in the brake fluid could be a good idea – in any case.
Petrol and diesel is never a problem, but if you run your Land Rover on gas you are in trouble.
You are very welcome to Sweden and in the area you intend to visit there ar many Land Rovers and you will most certainly be well taken care off.
Krister
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[Originally posted by wompel]
Thanks. We drive a Defender 130 Td4 2008 with all modifications done (had the usual LR trouble), nothing to worry about so far...
Some pictures of our trip last month http://www.flickr.com/photos/44284745@N04/sets/72157624606393501/
[Originally posted by Mobban]
Regarding tyres there´s usually an exception for foreign cars, for example german, where there´s a law against studs. But I don´t think the police would be too happy to see summertires in sweden during winter, and most important, for your own sakegood tires is worth the money.
Otherwise if you´re prepared for the worst it selldom happens. Warm clothes, blankets and matches and lights can be a lifesaver, and here in dalarna there are many landroverfriends, so don´t hesitate to ask or stop by.
Best regards Thomas / Hedemora
[Originally posted by Krister Bergknut]
Nice pictures and a nice way to show them!
You are obviously familiar with our country and will find your ways.
There is a point in what Thomas says. If you are travelling when it´s really cold something hot in thermos bottles to drink if you get stuck and candles to keep a decent temperature in the car is a very good idea.
Vets in northern Sweden prepare in the same way as vets in Australian heat - they are prepared for being stuck out there for a day or two...
Krister
[Originally posted by wompel]
For our friends in the Nordic countries and Russia
Puma Engine Breather Pipe Freezing
Models: Defender (LD)
2.4 Diesel Puma Only VIN-range: 7A732615 Onwards
Markets: Russia and Scandinavian Markets Only
Section: 303-00
Summary: Engine oil leaks.
Cause: Driving the vehicle at temperatures on or below Zero deg C, freezing of the engine crankcase breather hoses resulting in engine oil leaks. Suggested Customer Concern Code - D50.
Action: Should a customer express concern, install a new heated breather kit. Follow the Service Instruction outlined below.
[Originally posted by Patrik]
hello wompel!
so it was you with the landy on our campsite! i recognized the trailer, and then when i scrolled trough the pics i new it for sure.
Still planning to move to sweden?
//Patrik
Storängens Camping
[Originally posted by wompel]
That was us. Nice campingsite! Our plan to move to sweden is still going strong. Somewhere between Hudiksval and Sundsval. Depends if we can make a living.
