What did you do to your Rover today?

[Dietersrover]

Got in the Disco this morning to go to work, and the power steering made lots of noise and I have fluid on the driveway. So, I hopped in the Series, I knew it wouldn't let me down!

[east high]

http://i.imgur.com/Cq4BPO4l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/1OH2aDBl.jpg

[alaskantinbender]

Here you go. Couldn't figure out how to rotate them.
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WOW, very nice seats. Something else on my wish list.
Thanx for the pix.

Jim

[alaskantinbender]

double post:nono:

[alaskantinbender]

http://i.imgur.com/Cq4BPO4l.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/1OH2aDBl.jpg

very cool truck and trailer combo.
Any trouble insetting the plug in the bumper?

Jim

[east high]

Finding a suitable location for the plug was the hardest part. Most of the rear crossmember is boxed. That spot was the only place that gave me enough open area to bolt the plug to the crossmember without getting into trouble. I had to remove some of the the grab/lift handle. You can see it only has one bolt, when it should have two.

Oh, the other cool bit to that nato plug is that the back side is wired into a flat 4 male plug, so down the road when I need to use a different trailer, it'll be a plug n' play affair.

[blue bomber]

I installed my new top. 8035

[AustinK]

Just finished the RH side of the ROAM Disc Brake Conversion - went pretty well considering it was the first time I'ver had the axle apart. I got really lucky in that the previous owner installed new swivel balls and new half shafts from terra firma - everything was in great shape. I just ordered my new dual circuit master cylinder and new lines. I am hoping to convert to DOT 5 fluid - the only part left in the circuit is the rear cylinders - BTW how would I flush those out? Keep bleeding until I feel like all the fluid is new?

[o2batsea]

BTW how would I flush those out? Keep bleeding until I feel like all the fluid is new?
Suggest that you put in new seals, so you'd take them apart, clean them up and inspect the bores for pits and corrosion. Probably a good idea to just go ahead and install new, but that's just me.

[Dietersrover]

Yesterday was the Easter car show, didn't win anything, but we had great weather.

[stomper]

Nice truck. If that didn't win anything, there must have been no Land Rover lovers in the judging group!

Picked up a set of used Defender seats and a pair of Escape Gear canvas seat covers for my Rover today. While not for the purists among us, it should make those overland trips a little more tolerable!

[I Leak Oil]

Picked up a set of used Defender seats and a pair of Escape Gear canvas seat covers for my Rover today. While not for the purists among us, it should make those overland trips a little more tolerable!

Did you sit in my truck James? I think you'll really like the defender seats. They made a world of difference to me on long trips. 13 hrs down to Virginia on my old spring seats just sucked....
PM me the info about these seat covers. I may be interested in a pair.

[Contractor]

Lots of work this weekend, this is partially the result.

New Pinion Seal, lots of cleaning and grinding and new paint on the rear axle and new Parabolics and Shocks. On to the front.

http://images1.snapfish.com/232323232%7Ffp%3B%3A5%3Enu%3D3244%3E8%3B5%3E559%3E WSNRCG%3D35%3C6884599325nu0mrj

[albersj51]

Drove my rover for the first time in 2.5 years yesterday. Still need to finish the rebuild, but it felt great to see it move under its own power.

[parrie]

After a several month absence I finally began the tear-down of Daisy...both roofs ready to come off & working on wing removal. Pleasantly surprised that most bolts are coming apart:), only had to cut a couple so far...disapointed that side frames are complete toast:(, oh well.8103 Ordered new side frames, bulk-head feet and door pillars from our host.

[Revtor]

over last week's two 75 degree days i pulled my engine and replaced the freeze plugs.. Now slowly getting the front end back together, some rust killing, new wiring, capstan install, etc etc.. Found my engine, chassis, and serial # are all correct -nice to know.

Here's the photo album:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/richardtoddgiordanella/sets/72157633216756405/with/8640470584/

~Steve

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[Buster]

I've owned this S1 since March 25th. Spent time going over the electrics, ignition, refurbishing the fuel tank. Having some problems with idle and it kills down sporadically. No power. BUT! Today I drove it around the neighborhood for 20 minutes with no problems! I turned it off and tried to start it back up a few minutes later and had the old rough idle no power. Next is carb rebuild and cleaning.

[parrie]

Congratulations on the S1 purchase...very cool. Any pictures to post?

[Buster]

Tell me what you think!
http://s1296.photobucket.com/user/Busters_Series_I/library/

[Manny]

Very nice! I especially like your parking brake.

[Revtor]

Its gettin there Buster!!! Love the pics, especially the one with your three helpers. Thats one to keep.

[parrie]

Pretty awesome Buster! The 1s are so cool.

[grasshopper]

Well, after having my 74 Ser III towed home, suspecting a serious fuel problem, I tested it in my garage instead of the 10 miles from home and found fuel getting to the carb, but that was it. I replaced the relatively new (rebuilt) carb with a brand new one I had, did a tappet adjustment, replaced the 25D distributor with a aftermarket one and added Pertonix and viola, runs better than ever. Actually has power now. Found the relatively new (rebuilt) carb had a servicer who apparently had trouble controlling the amount of a black silicone type material being used on it, clogging some of the runs and jets. It was purchased from a very reputable parts supplier. Alas, we learn. But at least I get to drive ...

[I Leak Oil]

I don't see why you need ANY silicone when rebuilding a carb. Glad you got it going.

[SafeAirOne]

Well, after having my 74 Ser III towed home, suspecting a serious fuel problem... ...viola, runs better than ever.

Glad it's all set.

Did you by chance, use the "Significant-other" towing service? I've used them several times over the last 7 years--cheap, but you have to put up with a some crap when requesting the tow and immediately after you get the dead Rover home.

[Boston]

Bolted fenders, slam panel on. Have shiny new oil lines radiator etc expansion tank pas reservoir etc ready to bolt in tomorrow.

[Revtor]

Found a lumpy tappet roller in my engine, right where I suspected it!!!! Cam still looks perfect... Hopefully this is the end of my sporadic missing..

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(anyone got a spare roller,slide, and guide set?)

[Jim-ME]

I installed an exhaust system designed for a 2.5 NAD in an 88. What an excellent piece of kit that is.
Jim

[east high]

I installed an exhaust system designed for a 2.5 NAD in an 88. What an excellent piece of kit that is.
Jim

Why'd you go that route? Is it a better flowing, ie larger diameter, system?

[Jim-ME]

It sure is larger diameter about twice. I principally went this route because I wanted to try it out because the head pipe is designed for use with a 2.5 NAD. All the other systems require modification. I've also heard good things about Steve Parker on the Series 2 Club forum. It ended up being about the same price as an NRP uses standard Rover style hangers. I'm very pleased with the way the engine runs now. It seems to be much smoother and maybe a little peppier. It sure sounds good.
Jim

[busboy]

It sure is larger diameter about twice. I principally went this route because I wanted to try it out because the head pipe is designed for use with a 2.5 NAD. All the other systems require modification. I've also heard good things about Steve Parker on the Series 2 Club forum. It ended up being about the same price as an NRP uses standard Rover style hangers. I'm very pleased with the way the engine runs now. It seems to be much smoother and maybe a little peppier. It sure sounds good.
Jim
Does the front pipe bolt straight up to the stock 2.25 manifold.

[SafeAirOne]

Does the front pipe bolt straight up to the stock 2.25 manifold.

He has a 2.5 installed in his 88 and was using the original 2.25 (tiny) exhaust system with his 2.5NAD till his recent purchase.

[busboy]

He has a 2.5 installed in his 88 and was using the original 2.25 (tiny) exhaust system with his 2.5NAD till his recent purchase.
Ah, thanks, I used to have a larger custom exhaust on my 2.25 but when I did the body off restoration I installed a factory exhaust which looks good but has restricted performance somewhat. Does anyone know if the exhaust manifold is the same on the 2.5l as the 2.25l?

[Buster]

Spent the afternoon cleaning the carburetor and replacing as many parts as I could match from the rebuild kit. I think that did the trick! Runs much smoother, idles smoother. The float chambers had rusty debris in them, the float valve was sticky, and one of the vents was almost totally blocked. I'm amazed it would even crank before. Many thanks to Andrew for the 32/34 DMTL manual. I think maybe now I'll start on the suspension.

[Kiloengineer]

New brake adjusters and installed my hoops and new soft top that has been sitting in the basement for about 12 years. What a great day. 8172

[stomper]

Built a ladder to go on my custom Zuni Rack. Still need to install some gussets for support. Also topped up all the fluids, Installed tie down tracks on my roof rack and the back of the rover, Lubed the leaf springs with fluid film, and gave it a full tune up before a trip to the North Maine Woods.

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[LaneRover]

A friend in California did all the shelves in a work truck he has out of the Zuni rack system - neat stuff!

[AustinK]

After 7 months of being un-drivable I opened the garage and backed out my 74 series III and drove it around the block - Power steering and custom tilt column- Check, Dual Circuit Roam Disc Brakes - Check, Parabolic springs - Check, New custom wiring harness - Check, Warn 8274 Winch and custom bumper - Check, Custom Dash - Check, New Seats - Check, Custom Metal Grill - Check, New Headlights - Check, New Marker Lights - Check (almost one seems a little finicky). Doors, Hood and Paint - not check. All in all it went well ran drove like it always should have. Steering was effortless, brakes hard and smooth, Rides like a caddy! Can't wait to hit the trails in MOAB. Maybe Next week I'll get the remaining doors and hood back from the paint shop! I will post some pics when it I get it out again.

[TedW]

Replaced the vacuum advance unit on my Ducellier in situ - a terrifying experience: There's a tiny retaining clip you need to remove to get off the snail cam and disconnect the advance unit, and I was convinced that I was going to drop it into the diz. I put down a bunch of duct tape sticky side out and it caught the clip when I (inevitably) dropped it.

[amcordo]

I want to see your custom dash!


After 7 months of being un-drivable I opened the garage and backed out my 74 series III and drove it around the block - Power steering and custom tilt column- Check, Dual Circuit Roam Disc Brakes - Check, Parabolic springs - Check, New custom wiring harness - Check, Warn 8274 Winch and custom bumper - Check, Custom Dash - Check, New Seats - Check, Custom Metal Grill - Check, New Headlights - Check, New Marker Lights - Check (almost one seems a little finicky). Doors, Hood and Paint - not check. All in all it went well ran drove like it always should have. Steering was effortless, brakes hard and smooth, Rides like a caddy! Can't wait to hit the trails in MOAB. Maybe Next week I'll get the remaining doors and hood back from the paint shop! I will post some pics when it I get it out again.

[AustinK]

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Basically I took the vinyl off the metal on the dash parts and had them bed linered. I then created a custom switch panel for my Ignition, Hi/Lo switch, engine fan, wipers, and washer. I also added to power ports and a volt guage. I left the speedo and aux guages the same just rebuilt and repainted them. I added a glow plug light and pushbutton. I put my fuses in behind the right side panel and made a custom door to access it. Attached is a pic of the upper dash. I'll take pics of the lower dash tonight.

[AustinK]

More Pics

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[siii8873]

Put the S1 on the road today and took it for the first ride longer than around the block. Runs pretty good, do see I have a carb leak.

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[alaskantinbender]

Put the S1 on the road today and took it for the first ride longer than around the block. Runs pretty good, do see I have a carb leak.

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Very nice truck.

[alaskantinbender]

Installed some headlight guards left over from an old jeep years ago and
removed the lower body skirting for more clearance or at least eliminate something
else to bend off road.
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[alaskantinbender]

Raised the spare tire mount on the rear door and mounted my hi lift jack.
The old truck is looking more to my liking now. Still don't have a name, but it will come with time.

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[Buster]

a vacuum leak? btw nice truck.

[rwollschlager]

Raised the spare tire mount on the rear door and mounted my hi lift jack.
The old truck is looking more to my liking now. Still don't have a name, but it will come with time.

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while you'r at it, you should add extra steel to the door frame and/or a third hinge to cope with the weight. The stock doors can warp and bend real easy with the weight of a tire on it all the time.

[alaskantinbender]

I have the third hinge planned. Where is the best place to add more structure to the door?
It does seem pretty heavy with the spare mounted.

Thanx

Jim

[Buster]

Installed a Pertronix electronic point replacement. Cranked and idled well, but haven't set the timing so didn't get it out and drive it.

[Dietersrover]

I also installed a electronic kit, but Hot Spark. Seems to run very well and started right up this morning. replaced the hub gaskets, no more oil on the wheels. Got them from HNJ Engineering UK

[siii8873]

a vacuum leak? btw nice truck.

If you mean me a fuel leak from the carb accelerator pump area & thanks

[Dietersrover]

Found this nice Rover Viking bonnet badge from a 1950's P4.8210

[Buster]

oooh. I like.

[Manny]

Had an electronic fuel pump and a Pertronix electronic ignition installed. She now runs great

[alaskantinbender]

The Pierce air plenum arrived. This will allow me to use my oil bath air cleaner with the webber carb.
Now to think about some snorkel bit's and modifying the oil bath filter for same.
Here is a poser pic of it sitting on the existing carb filter base.

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Jim

[stomper]

Holy heater hose setup Batman!

[alaskantinbender]

Holy heater hose setup Batman!

Yes it is something isn't it. Kodiak heater, rear heater, intake/carb heat. As well as lots of shut off valves
to control everything. The previous owner was very serious about staying warm in the winter.

Jim

[rwollschlager]

Yes it is something isn't it. Kodiak heater, rear heater, intake/carb heat. As well as lots of shut off valves
to control everything. The previous owner was very serious about staying warm in the winter.

Jim

if the set up works I would be interested in more pictures of it.
thanks,
-Rob

[morgant]

Yesterday I put down cash for a galvanized chassis which I'll be picking up in a few weeks. Can't wait to get started on the frame-over of my Series III 88".

[alaskantinbender]

if the set up works I would be interested in more pictures of it.
thanks,
-Rob

Sorry best I can do for now. I have already left home headed back to work overseas.
The valve located over the oil fill cap turns the flow on/off to the carb heat.
You can just see the kodiak heater lines on the left side of the pic and the lines running down going to the rear heater.
On a different note you can also see my defender 2 circuit brakes and booster on the right side of the pic.

Jim
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[griswald]

I installed a new high torque starter from another vendor...it should have been very easy, but I could not get the top bolt in...I removed a couple of hex bolts, and turned the mounting flange a couple of clicks and then it went in about 5 minutes.
Sounds odd, but turns over the ol 2.25 quick.

Best,
Griswald

[busboy]

I installed a new high torque starter from another vendor...it should have been very easy, but I could not get the top bolt in...I removed a couple of hex bolts, and turned the mounting flange a couple of clicks and then it went in about 5 minutes.
Sounds odd, but turns over the ol 2.25 quick.

Best,
Griswald

I can start mine with the wind up handle which might not sound odd like your new starter but sure looks funny.;)

[Jim-ME]

I had 4 Yokohama 235X85X16 tires installed on RN 16" Proline Wolf wheels. Trying to save up for the 5th wheel and tire.
Jim

[Boston]

Front brake lines arrived. Time to plumb the braking system

[Dietersrover]

Put some new tyres (Tires) on UMR517J today. 4 Cooper Discoverer AT/3's. So far so good!
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These are 225 75 R16

[siii8873]

well the weather has been a little nasty here in Northern NY, rainy and 50's, good time to work in garage. I have spent some time on the 58; replaced the felts on the door window channels, removed the rear window channels and spent hours removing the caulking the PO used to seal them, removed the aftermarket fuel pump and plumbed in a correct SU fuel pump, removed the incorrect carb and attempted to install a rebuilt solex 32bpi (need a few connections, on order), drained the rear diff to see why plug leaks and to replace pinion seal. More to follow today/tomorrow.......

[Skookumchuck]

Put the exhaust manifold on. Can't fit the turbo so we are needing to find a 200 TDI defender manifold to put in later. For now the red rover is only going to be a 200DI. Anyone have a Defender manifold?8260

[tuko]

Installed Truck-Lite LED headlights in the Series this weekend.

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Todd.

[osajaj]

8266My rover is getting a restoration so when I saw this today I just thought about her...a lot.....

[ArlowCT]

Had a strong smell of gasoline in the house today, it came on quickly and was very strong. Went out to the garage to check it out and found gas pouring out from the bottom of the tank. I'm very surprised at just how much gas was coming out (it didn't help the tank was full full), I had been in the garage about an hour before and there was no sign of a leak then.

The tank is about 10-12 years old and is the last Rover tank to go in my truck. Thinking about a 16-20 gal fuel cell in the back between the wheel wells, any thoughts?http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/ataduqy4.jpg
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[ArlowCT]

8266My rover is getting a restoration so when I saw this today I just thought about her...a lot.....

What a great truck, one of my favorites. Love how it looks like twelve different people designed the side components without ever talking to one another!

[SafeAirOne]

Thinking about a 16-20 gal fuel cell in the back between the wheel wells, any thoughts?

There's this: http://siteground237.com/~gunsandr/showthread.php?3767-Feeler-More-Aluminum-Tanks

[ArlowCT]

There's this: http://siteground237.com/~gunsandr/showthread.php?3767-Feeler-More-Aluminum-Tanks

Thanks, very interesting. I like the aluminum build and have thought about it myself. I worked almost 6 years as a aluminum welder and feel confident this would be a good solution. But, I just do not like the under seat mounting. Time to get out the tape measure!

[cedryck]

Get rid of the leaky tank, I purchased aftermarket tanks, and they are seam welded, not the flat pressed things that are stock. Good quality with these, just my two cents,

[Dietersrover]

Changed the oil (2 Hour job). Gave it a good wash
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[Buster]

After installing the Pertronix points replacement a few weeks ago, I finally got the chance to adjust the timing. It was very hard to turn the distributor, but some penetrating oil and tapping the casing around about 10 degrees with a hammer and screwdriver did the trick. She starts and runs beautifully now. So, the next task is to weld in the new footwells and doorposts and then it should be ready for some paint.

[I Leak Oil]

Changed the oil (2 Hour job). Gave it a good wash
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Let me guess, 15 minutes to change the oil and 1 hr 45 min to get the oil out of your arm pit?:)


That's a nice looking truck by the way. Mine used to look just like it, now it's not so shiney though...

[Revtor]

New tappet roller and slide in, head cleaned and back on, valves set, oil in engine, exhaust manifold on, engine mounts tightened up, starter hooked up, thermo housing on and sealed....

need bumper bolts to move forward, winch plate can be fitted, then rad support will go in, fill with water, get 'her running!!!!!!!! She's been out of service for months now -can't wait!!!

~Steve

[Dietersrover]

Entered UMR517J in the St.Louis European Auto Show on Sunday. Took the sticks and tilt off. And drove to work today.
Facebook page UMR 517J for more images.

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[dunerunner]

Intalled a Facet 4-7lb 33 GPH electric fuel pump and got my '59 109 SII Regular back on the road after a year of sitting in the garage. Poor old thing, smelled like I was burning paint thinner!!

[SafeAirOne]

Intalled a Facet 4-7lb 33 GPH electric fuel pump and got my '59 109 SII Regular back on the road after a year of sitting in the garage. Poor old thing, smelled like I was burning paint thinner!!


Surely it wasn't sitting for a year for lack of a fuel pump??

[siii8873]

well worked on the 58 S1, removed the diff to replace the gasket, both axle seals, pinion seal, and rear output shaft seal. Checked out the U-joints and both have slop so ordered new ones. I got them on Friday and went to install them today, come to find out was sent the wrong ones, arghhhh will have to wait until next week now.

[dunerunner]

Surely it wasn't sitting for a year for lack of a fuel pump??

Yep...Sorry to say that funds have been a little thin as of late. Other priorities.....

[morgant]

Spent the weekend driving 450 miles crisscrossing VT to take my 1982 Series III 88" from Shelburne to southeastern VT (where I'll be rebuilding it), pick up a galvanized rolling chassis in southwestern VT and bring it to the same location, and then prep my outdoor work area. Despite being off schedule on Saturday, all went well. Unfortunately, while unloading, the chassis was unexpectedly released due to a winching failure (briefly: was using the front axle housing as a pulley due to proximity, the chain bound, releasing tension, causing the jack to release & drop in such a way that the tensioner grab hook let go) and the chassis rolled off the trailer, wedging itself between two trees and having bent the rear crossmember horns. Thankful for no personal injury, but devastated and extremely angry with myself.

Now that the vehicle and chassis are in the same location, it's time to start a build thread.

[I Leak Oil]

Prepped and cooked some 'pout on the tailgate. Mmmm....tasty!

[stomper]

Prepped and cooked some 'pout on the tailgate. Mmmm....tasty!

Honing your skills for the Muddy Chef Challenge I see! Before you know it, I will be hearing about your mad skills over on the EXPo cooking section! :o

[I Leak Oil]

Honing your skills for the Muddy Chef Challenge I see! Before you know it, I will be hearing about your mad skills over on the EXPo cooking section! :o

Madd, yes, skilled no! Once I figure out how to post a reasonable picture from my phone I'll put it up. A friend of mine had a few of us down to the lake on Saturday so we rigged up the rods and the kids hauled in about 40 of em. He said it was a slow day....

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[siii8873]

look like some bullhead.

[o2batsea]

Spent the weekend driving 450 miles crisscrossing VT to take my 1982 Series III 88" from Shelburne to southeastern VT (where I'll be rebuilding it), pick up a galvanized rolling chassis in southwestern VT and bring it to the same location, and then prep my outdoor work area. Despite being off schedule on Saturday, all went well. Unfortunately, while unloading, the chassis was unexpectedly released due to a winching failure (briefly: was using the front axle housing as a pulley due to proximity, the chain bound, releasing tension, causing the jack to release & drop in such a way that the tensioner grab hook let go) and the chassis rolled off the trailer, wedging itself between two trees and having bent the rear crossmember horns. Thankful for no personal injury, but devastated and extremely angry with myself.

Now that the vehicle and chassis are in the same location, it's time to start a build thread.
The rear crossmember can be straightened with the judicious application of a wood block, a 2x4 and a BFH (like a sledge). Had to do that on the one I got from evil Ron. A 4 foot level helped me tell when the two sides were back in alignment.

[siii8873]

that BFH is an important tool to have available with rover work.

[Revtor]

Ouch!!! sorry to hear it



Spent the weekend driving 450 miles crisscrossing VT to take my 1982 Series III 88" from Shelburne to southeastern VT (where I'll be rebuilding it), pick up a galvanized rolling chassis in southwestern VT and bring it to the same location, and then prep my outdoor work area. Despite being off schedule on Saturday, all went well. Unfortunately, while unloading, the chassis was unexpectedly released due to a winching failure (briefly: was using the front axle housing as a pulley due to proximity, the chain bound, releasing tension, causing the jack to release & drop in such a way that the tensioner grab hook let go) and the chassis rolled off the trailer, wedging itself between two trees and having bent the rear crossmember horns. Thankful for no personal injury, but devastated and extremely angry with myself.

Now that the vehicle and chassis are in the same location, it's time to start a build thread.

[morgant]

The rear crossmember can be straightened with the judicious application of a wood block, a 2x4 and a BFH (like a sledge). Had to do that on the one I got from evil Ron. A 4 foot level helped me tell when the two sides were back in alignment.

I'll give that a try before I do anything drastic, that's for sure! After that weekend, it's good having it so far away from me at the other end of the state as it gives me a week to not have to look at it until my head clears.

[ignotus]

I've done lots of things over the past year +. Couldn't bear to put it on this thread one day at a time.. I did do a blog though. The basics are I bought a 1960 109 petrol 3 door. Then tore it apart put in a 2.5Dt, ROAM disc brakes, galvanized a s*&$load of bits, painted and put it back together. It is almost done, found a leaking diaphram on the injector pump when I test drove it Saturday.
The blog; http://poppageno.blogspot.com/ enjoy!

gene

[dunerunner]

Nice 109, Gene! Love the colour choice....

[SafeAirOne]

Nice 109, Gene!


Yep--Nice Rover! Looks like you've been quite busy.

[ignotus]

Thanks, I bought it in early April of 2011 and been working on it since. I started by trying to get at least something done everyday. Then that felt like it was dragging on just too much so I started to take the weekends off and that helped. I know now why peoples sell off those unfinished projects!
Today I was able to secure some o-rings and fix the leak on the injector pump. Soon I'll have mirrors and take it for a real drive!

gene

[ArlowCT]

Changed out the rear wheel studs to match the fronts.
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Drilled them out, counter bored the back, and pressed them in. They came out great, same as the original ser III fronts.

[luckyjoe]

Drilled them out, counter bored the back, and pressed them in. They came out great, same as the original ser III fronts.

Did you have to drill the brake drums to match?

[ArlowCT]

Did you have to drill the brake drums to match?

Yes I will, or I may buy a new set. Can't make up my mind!

[siii8873]

Do you have to drill the drums?? Don't think you shoud have to, what the different is the mounting to the hub. Unless I'm missing something the threaded parts of the studs and location are the same. I have both type of hubs (thread in and press in) on one of my trucks and they are the same.

[ArlowCT]

Stepped up to the ser III studs, they are even larger than the II-IIa ones. Had to buy new lug nuts too!

[alaskantinbender]

Finally got my 34X9 TSL's mounted on stock rims.

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[ArlowCT]

Cleaned the 90wt off the inside of my windshield, think the rear diff pinion seal is good now too!

[BobJones]

Hey Alaskantinbender, What tires are you running? (TSL)? I love the look of those!!!

[alaskantinbender]

Hey Alaskantinbender, What tires are you running? (TSL)? I love the look of those!!!


Tall skinny (only 9 inches wide) TSL's.
They just fit in the wheel wells with 1 inch spacers on stock rims. Without the spacers the front tires rubb on the leaf springs.
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[Duckman]

Got the Roamer drive installed in the Lightweight!

[Revtor]

having an OD makes driving so much more enjoyable.. youre gonna like it

~Steve

[Jim-ME]

I had the fuel pump, injector lines, the front tie rod,and vacuum pump replaced. The engine now pulls like a freight train again. This weekend I'm replacing my track rod and installing a low fuel light.
Jim

[stomper]

Sounds like I am going to have a hard time keeping up with you as we convoy to AMD Jim!

[Jim-ME]

I doubt it. I still don't go over 55. I'm hoping that I can get 28-30 mpg if I don't get too heavy on the go pedal.
Jim

[ArlowCT]

Replaced all the burned out running/brake lights, topped off the clutch, and installed my rear lift shackles. Getting closer!

[LR Max]

Got my LED light bar installed. Garage test indicates it is very, very, very bright.

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[toga Rover]

Would love to see a "full frontal" picture if possible.
Thx.

Dave

[Duckman]

Changed the oil, buttoned up a few loose screws on the floor pans, replaced missing screws on instrument cluster and installed second demister (took forever to find just one on Ebay) and ran the hoses to both demisters. Also gave her a much needed bath.

[Andrew IIA]

Went to the Beach.....

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[cedryck]

Tighten down tube off of exhaust manifold, bolt near engine always gets loosey goosey, add oil to engine sump, check read diff, front diff, swivel balls, and gearbox 90w. Gather staffordshire terriers, exceeding 75 pounds and take dogs for joy ride, my ex mod is right hand drive, all kids think large terrier is driving, very fun indeed.

[ArlowCT]

Got together with three other rovers at Rausch Creek Off Road Park in PA this weekend. What a great place, something for everyone. I would highly recommend it!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/30/ma7eva7a.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/30/ra2ymahe.jpg

[DGG]

Rebuilt my wiper motors.

[kwells]

Rebuilt my wiper motors.

Nice!!! what did you polish the cases with??? Is there rebuild instructions on the interwebs anywhere???

[DGG]

Nice!!! what did you polish the cases with??? Is there rebuild instructions on the interwebs anywhere???
Thanks. I polished the front cases with a wire wheel, then clear coated them. I like the look better than if I painted them silver. As far as instructions, I didn't have any. I just kept track of what went where.

[tweaked]

Here's a page with some instructions on a the rebuild process: http://vivalaant.wordpress.com/2007/01/24/series-rover-lucas-wiper-motor-refurbishment/

[luckyjoe]

Getting ready to instal these...
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[TeriAnn]

Getting ready to instal these...


I did that once. A whole new set of genuine LR series door seals. I found that the doors didn't rattles as much but they didn't really help keep the wind and rain out. After a half decade or so I decided to remove perfectly good factory series seals that didn't seal and replaced them with a set of Defender seals. The Defender seals work MUCH better. It was the single best thing I did to keep cold air out while winter driving.

My opinion is that Series door seals are for show cars or ones that live in places like Phoenix, AZ where it never gets cold and 3 inches of annual rain is considered a good rain year. Defender door seals are a major improvement.

[luckyjoe]

Teriann,

Thanks for that info. I have struggled with the decision of original vs. modern door seals. I've had these seals on my shelf for years. They came from the LR Orphanage when they located the original molds and commissioned a limited run. They came out excellent, a nice pliable rubber with formed holes and pre-drilled alloy strips. I simply have to use them. Since I have defender roof sides, I will use the Defender seal for both the rear door seal and where the roofside meets the door top.

With regard to cold drafts, I can honestly say this has only been a problem for my left ear, which was resolved with defender military door tops. Maybe the old seals were not so bad, but either way my Kodiak Mk.IV keeps the interior more than comfortable...

[tristan95]

95 disco. Changed oil/filter Mobil 1 5/30 Mobil 1 filter. air filter STP. located a wiper motor assembly locally from a guy parting out a 96. The drivers side linkage arm broke last week. At night on freeway during storm, of coarse. Also been talking my wife out of wanting to get rid of the disco. She loves him but is starting to bet a little fed up with the rash of recent issues. Needs both front window regulators, head liner coming down from leaky rear sunroof I believe, drivers side swivel/ CV joint clattering, wiper motor assembly , that's all that comes to mind for to dos. Oh wait one more it overheats going up long steep mountain passes. The Siskiyous for instance.

[TeriAnn]

95 disco. Changed oil/filter Mobil 1 5/30 Mobil 1 filter. air filter STP. located a wiper motor assembly locally from a guy parting out a 96. The drivers side linkage arm broke last week. At night on freeway during storm, of coarse. Also been talking my wife out of wanting to get rid of the disco. She loves him but is starting to bet a little fed up with the rash of recent issues. Needs both front window regulators, head liner coming down from leaky rear sunroof I believe, drivers side swivel/ CV joint clattering, wiper motor assembly , that's all that comes to mind for to dos. Oh wait one more it overheats going up long steep mountain passes. The Siskiyous for instance.

I guess a lot of deciding whether or not to keep a vehicle has to do with mindset and how attached you are to it. If a Series rig had related problems one would just fix them and keep driving. A cooling system flush might well take care of your overheating issues. Swivel rebuild, all a normal part of owner maintenance. Discos were built to be throw away cars but you don't have to. You can treat them like a series rig and get out your toolbox.

[I Leak Oil]

Discos were built to be throw away cars but you don't have to. You can treat them like a series rig and get out your toolbox.

That's a odd statement. Why do you say that?

[gwmaxhunter]

What did i do with my rover today....i got my 1964 4cyl 109 pu a friend a 1969-ish 5 door 109 6cyl...(i am still keeping my eye on my friends little 88).....and i discovered...................> rust-mort... i am trying this and will see how it works. i am still looking for a spray can that provides instant body work and vehicle restoration.....i hear it is next to the instant engine rebuild in a can.....but i have been unable to find a supplier.

[deezgunz]

My dilemma is not "what did I do to my rover today" but "what do I need to do on which Rover today."

Disco is pretty solid and running but needs some TLC.
83 Series III 109 exmod runs great and is a 24v to 12v conversion and undergoing a wire harness install.
73 Series III 88 with overheating issues soon to be fixed.
http://i40.tinypic.com/1zgubsp.jpg

[80inch]

Going for the 80" world record attempt....

Whilst goofing around at the Hollister CA NCLR event in the our 1952 series 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6P18Bnc49To&feature=youtu.be

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[Stolidog]

8799Installed a new aluminum rear tank in my 67 109 that is now 23 gallons. Needed a baffled tank to stop the slushing and wanted to get my fuel pump mounted inside the tank as well.

[cedryck]

Finally got a dog gaurd from UK. Package arrived hammered, and tattered but part was sound. Now I can drive without the two 80Lb. Staffordshire terriers knocking the gear shift lever out of gear, or stuffing their rear end in my face. Best safety device I have purchased for the car so far. Ah bliss.

[pgeorgeson]

It wasn't actually today: it was last Sunday. But here is what we did:

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[redmondrover]

Over last weekend, I made a bikini top for my 88. This was on my "to do" list over the summer but did not get to it until now. Nice thing is we have sunny weather here in the Seattle area for a couple of weeks so I've actually been able to use it. It is intentionally short (only goes to the first hoop) so I can use it with the roof top tent mounted to the tub.
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[cedryck]

pgeorgeson, The puppies look great, Mine love rovering in the rover, one of my Staffies watches me and beats me to the garage door if he thinks I am going in that direction. But I did have to install a dog gaurd as we had a small incident while he was in the front seat. Perhaps your dogs are more well behaved. Mine get so excited when in the car,

[NDNAJNS]

Replaced my stock rear axle shafts with high strength chromoly... but need to wait for new driving members, o-rings and circlips to arrive to complete the work.

[kenscs]

Cleared some old trees from back of our property. Got to do some stream crossing and hill climbs!
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[LR Max]

Replaced my stock rear axle shafts with high strength chromoly... but need to wait for new driving members, o-rings and circlips to arrive to complete the work.

Who's axles did you use?

[toga Rover]

Where did you get those headlight guards?
I like that look.


Toga Rover




Finally got my 34X9 TSL's mounted on stock rims.

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[rwollschlager]

Where did you get those headlight guards?
I like that look.


Toga Rover

look like a jeep product made to fit: http://www.4wd.com/Jeep-Bumpers-Jeep-Tire-Carriers/Front-Euro-Light-Guards.aspx?t_c=64&t_s=268&t_pt=3675&t_pn=rug11230.03&utm_source=google&utm_medium=froogle&utm_campaign=product&emlprox=out&ppcfon=1&gclid=CJXB8uW8u7sCFQPNOgodaQMAGg

[toga Rover]

Thanks for sharing.
Those jeep guards are close, but looking closer, the ones on the rover are bolted above and below the light, where the jeep ones are attached around the lamp itself.

[ivarra]

Some Christmas spirit ...

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[Stolidog]

Took the 88 out Chuckar hunting in north west Nevada. Perfect winter day!910191029103

[I Leak Oil]

Stoli, some sharp looking Rovers you've got there!

[toga Rover]

How do you like those Toyo's?



Took the 88 out Chuckar hunting in north west Nevada. Perfect winter day!910191029103

[TedW]

ivarra: Where did you get your canvas hood? I like the big side windows....

Ted

[Stolidog]

How do you like those Toyo's?
there great, seem to wear well and not alot of road noise, they work well in the snow and mud but still has good road qualities

[Stolidog]

ivarra: Where did you get your canvas hood? I like the big side windows....

Ted

they are from Badger Coach works

[NC_Mule]

8799Installed a new aluminum rear tank in my 67 109 that is now 23 gallons. Needed a baffled tank to stop the slushing and wanted to get my fuel pump mounted inside the tank as well.

Nice tank, you have a installed pic?

[derekchace]

added a webasto heater so I won't freeze to death and cameras so I no longer have to use the force to change lanes in Shorland

[mtcook72]

Hi Lads. New poster but not new here. Just changed the water pump on my 72 series 88. Took off the radiator cowling but the screws were rusted so I hacked them off. I plan on retapping the holes but just finished the job without reinstalling the cowling for now. Took her for a test ride and it fells hot for this time of year. My question is...does that radiator cowling around the fan really make a difference? Thanks in advance, Phil

Edit. Is there an easy foolproof test to make sure the system is circulating properly?

[rbbailey]

This: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bhcmbailey/11766048603/

[NC_Mule]

Hi Lads. New poster but not new here. Just changed the water pump on my 72 series 88. Took off the radiator cowling but the screws were rusted so I hacked them off. I plan on retapping the holes but just finished the job without reinstalling the cowling for now. Took her for a test ride and it fells hot for this time of year. My question is...does that radiator cowling around the fan really make a difference? Thanks in advance, Phil

Edit. Is there an easy foolproof test to make sure the system is circulating properly?

Yes the cowl makes a diffrence. Often you have to park on a hill to get the nose up to burp a bit of air out. Start the truck with the radiator cap off and let it warm up, when the thermostat opens you will see a good amount of coolant rushing past as you look down the neck of the radiator. If you did a straight refill through the radiator then you more then likely have a air bubble.

[Manny]

Don't forget to have the heater on when burping the system.

[alaskantinbender]

Spent the evening in the shop mounting my rover work light and fabbed up a mount for my Garmin Rino GPS.

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[TeriAnn]

Spent the evening in the shop mounting my rover work light and fabbed up a mount for my Garmin Rino GPS.

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If you spend any time on wash board roads the shaking of the light on the 'L' bracket will cause a fatigue crack in the roof along the edge of the steel bracket. Been there had that happen.

I suggest removing the bracket from the roof and filing a rounded edge along the bracket where the bracket meets the roof panel. When you reassemble add an aluminum back plate to the inside of the roof panel behind the steel light mounting bracket. The back plate should be thicker than the roof panel and extend wider than the lamp bracket. This will keep the roof panel from vibrating with the shaking of the light bracket on wash board roads.

Of course roof metal fatigue usually is not an issue unless you drive long miles on wash board dirt roads. BTW I like your GPS mount.

[alaskantinbender]

Where did you get those headlight guards?
I like that look.


Toga Rover

I had them on an old Mitsubishi (willys) jeep diesel we drove all over northern japan in the mid 80's. The Japanese where very eager off roaders and had all sorts of accessories on there trucks. 9206

[alaskantinbender]

8799Installed a new aluminum rear tank in my 67 109 that is now 23 gallons. Needed a baffled tank to stop the slushing and wanted to get my fuel pump mounted inside the tank as well.

Nice looking tank. How is it working for you?
I really like the idea of 23 gallons. The my 109 has a rear 12 gallon along with the r/h 12 gallon mounted but more is always good when thinking about longer trips.

[siii8873]

Spent the evening in the shop mounting my rover work light and fabbed up a mount for my Garmin Rino GPS.

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Nice roof rack, did you fab this up?

[alaskantinbender]

Nice roof rack, did you fab this up?

No, not my idea it came with the truck. But you can see how simple it is.
Just right for carrying my canoe.

[rwollschlager]

added a webasto heater so I won't freeze to death and cameras so I no longer have to use the force to change lanes in Shorland

can you post more pictures and information of your webasto install?
I have the pieces to the same unit it looks like and I am looking to install it soon.
thanks!
-Rob

[NDNAJNS]

Got into it this weekend. Having a blast.

9299 On hold pending shop R&R of axle bearing collar
9300 Pretty bad
9301 Mmm, new Timken bearing
9302 New Railko bushing
9303 NOS swivel and bits

[NDNAJNS]

Complete w/ one side. Except - (1) I accidentally got air into the brake system, will bleed tomorrow; (2) One of my Warn M-11 bolts stripped on reinstall. Need to source some.

Watching for leaks.

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[tmckeon88]

Brake Failure! Always an adventure. We were on our way up into the hills in southwestern PA (to visit my mother in law, which is maybe why I was dawdling) and my left windshield wiper arm came off, which it does from time to time. Those little set screws on the round spindle aren't really up to the job. I pulled over to put it back in place (I had learned long ago to tie it onto the car with a bit of string ;)) and when I came to a stop I felt the brake pedal mush right to the floor. There was a rupture in a brake line somewhere. I checked the reservoir and it was losing bit of fluid- I topped it off with some Castrol LMA that I had in the back and we CAREFULLY drove it home. Only a couple of miles, but if you know the greater Pittsburgh area you know how hilly it is. I still had a tiny bit of brake power, presumably from the rear brakes since it's a dual circuit, and between that and 2nd gear we got it home.

The next day, after a few inches of snow had covered it, I got it into the garage (after some impromptu snow wheeling since I veered off the hill in front of the driveway- no brakes!) and inspected it- sure enough, the left front line had a hole in it, which I found my having my wife (and personal physician) pump the pedal and watching for leaks. I went with some Kunifer copper-nickel lines, just the left and right front because they were rusty and the rest of the car looked OK. Removing old brake lines is something of a challenge because if they're old (which they are, because that's why you're having to replace them), nothing turns correctly and it's a good thing I was throwing them away because I bent and twisted the lines loosening them. Some PB Blaster and a little heat got them all off- the 3-way T-junction was the worst because of its location. I also had a set of stainless steel flex lines kicking around so I took the opportunity to install those. It's so nice fitting new parts. Then to bleed the lines - my wife (and personal physician) pumped the pedal and kept the reservoir full and I bled them in this order: right rear, left rear, right front, left front. I called RN and asked them to verify this sequence because interestingly the Green Bible says the opposite. The rear lines seemed to have no air in them at all, which was good, since they are on an entirely separate set of pipes from the master cylinder. Front ones bled out nicely. In the past I have replaced the bleed screws in all my wheel cylinders with stainless ones, fitted with some never-seize and rubber caps. (I'm careful to keep the anti-seize glop out of the lines themselves.)

Back on the road- only three days elapsed between the break down and the finished repair, including waiting for ordered parts. Bit of a struggle in the sub-freezing temps in an unheated garage but I was glad to have a flat concrete floor to work on instead of the snowy crushed-rock driveway.

These brake lines had lasted about 14 years- I put them in myself in 1999 during a galvanized frame-over rebuild. I lost one line in Argentina the next year, but that was because the steel line had been rubbing against the canvas check strap and wore a hole through the steel!

My next task- get that wiper arm attached more positively.

Tom

[lighiche]

A bit over a year ago I purchased a 1962 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon that had sat in a Montana barn for over 26 years. It's been a long process dictated by cash flow, but Poppy - named for its original Poppy Red color and for the name my dad's grandkids gave him - will soon be available for public viewing. I can't wait.

She was in dry storage for a long time. Aside from some mice living in the head liner and a few honest and understandable dings here and there she was in great shape. When I get her out on the road she'll be stock original exept for new tires, some power ports, parabolics, a modern fuel head conversion, seat belts, and a Tuffy box painted to match. My primary concern was preserving and protecting the remarkably great shape she was in at 52. Will add an overdrive by Roamer, as well as front disc brakes if I can find anyone still making them.

Today I finished rehabbing the original elephant hide door panels. They look great. Found some of the original "invisible" clips for attaching the panels to the vehicle through help from folks on this forum. Big thanks for that! Headliner is ready to install and the head rails rehabbed by Badger Coachworks will come soon, as will the full Hardura floor covering.

I've dreamt of owning a Series truck most of my life. I drove a '58 Series I in Scotland 34 years ago and owned a '93 D90 for several years but it just wasn't, with all due respect, quite the same. As soon as I can I'll post some before and after photos. I'm just giddy that she's about ready for her debut.

Cheers!

[lighiche]

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As she looked on the flatbed from Montana.

[alaskantinbender]

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As she looked on the flatbed from Montana.


Great looking truck, and a very fortunate find. I like the red, its just like my 59 pick up.

Keep the pictures coming.




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[czenkov]

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As she looked on the flatbed from Montana.

Very nice. What is the story in the other Rovers?

[Dibsen]

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That was today after trying out some new shocks

[Dibsen]

Complete w/ one side. Except - (1) I accidentally got air into the brake system, will bleed tomorrow; (2) One of my Warn M-11 bolts stripped on reinstall. Need to source some.

Watching for leaks.

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Thats a good looking Ball!!

I need to re-do my swivel ball seals. How was it? How long did the one side take you? Yours looks a lot nicer than mine, the rust can get me hung up on a single bolt for days.

[lighiche]

Very nice. What is the story in the other Rovers?

You know, I don't know where the other two ended up. I was told that the Series I on the ground in that photo was once owned by Winston Churchill. It was a beauty. All three trucks were found in the West and Northwest.

[lighiche]

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These are photos of Poppy during the tear down process. The frame didn't have a lick of rust on it. The headliner was largely intact, though mice had made a home in the forward section. The middle bench seat does have a rip perpendicular to the longitudinal access, about a third of the way down. Would love to find a replacement cushion in original elephant hide, as the rest of the panels are in great, or at least restorable, shape.

[lighiche]

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These are photos of Poppy during the tear down process. The frame didn't have a lick of rust on it. The headliner was largely intact, though mice had made a home in the forward section. The middle bench seat does have a rip perpendicular to the longitudinal access, about a third of the way down. Would love to find a replacement cushion in original elephant hide, as the rest of the panels are in great, or at least restorable, shape.

Still trying to sort out the rather cumbersome photo download process...9454

[o2batsea]

Would love to find a replacement cushion in original elephant hide, as the rest of the panels are in great, or at least restorable, shape.
I have a replacement seat recovering kit in EH on order at this very moment from Exmoor, via RN. I hope to have it soon, and I'll let you know how the restoration of the seat goes. Follow my build thread on defendersource here (http://www.defendersource.com/forum/showthread.php?t=33249)

[lighiche]

I have a replacement seat recovering kit in EH on order at this very moment from Exmoor, via RN. I hope to have it soon, and I'll let you know how the restoration of the seat goes. Follow my build thread on defendersource here (http://www.defendersource.com/forum/showthread.php?t=33249)

Eager to hear how things go.

I'm in the process of placing an order from our hosts for the Extreme Hi-Back front seats in Exmoor EH. Heated no less.

Having the mid-bench cushion re-done would be excellent. Have you found the new Exmoor EH closer in appearance to the original?

[tmckeon88]

I've been chasing down a heater core problem for a couple of weeks. My old core was some non-standard item that no one seems to recognize (not Rover or Smiths, not Kodiak) and it sat in a homemade-by-PO distribution box inside the passenger footwell. After wasting a bunch of time and money trying to make a new Smiths heater core fit, I bought a $30 core from Advance Auto and inserted that, plumbed it, and it all seems to be holding water so far (touch wood). I looked longingly at the Mt. Mansfield heater unit from RN but that will have to wait.

The more I work on the truck (1969 IIA 88") the more it seems to cry out for a major restoration. Just oil leaks and spliced wires everywhere you look.I rebuilt it onto a galvanized frame in 1999 but it has done over 100,000 miles since then. Still my daily driver though and I still get comments and inquiries everywhere I go.

Tom

[cedryck]

If you are concerned about wiring, the rewire on a truck like this is really idiot proof. Make friends with the wiring diagram, label everything as you dis-assemble, and order a new harness. Solves alot of the stupid problems old rovers have with old wire. Cheers.

[lighiche]

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The build continues....

[lighiche]

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The build continues....

And continues....
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[Revtor]

Steve, did you use a Poppy Red color code, or just tell 'em "bright red" ? Limestone for the sunsheet or white?
Looks great

well faded, patchy, lumpy, poppy red here
~Steve

[lighiche]

Steve, did you use a Poppy Red color code, or just tell 'em "bright red" ? Limestone for the sunsheet or white?
Looks great

well faded, patchy, lumpy, poppy red here
~Steve

Poppy Red color code. I repainted it because the paint on the doors and roof was peeling off in sheets. My primary concern was preservation of a remarkably solid 109. Had it retained a nice, relatively uniform patina I'd have likely kept it as was. I didn't paint the interior of the tub partially because of extra cost and partially because this is going to be a user so it'll get scraped up and mainly because I like the patina. I've buffed it up a bit and it looks fine, used but fine.

Thanks

[lighiche]

Steve, did you use a Poppy Red color code, or just tell 'em "bright red" ? Limestone for the sunsheet or white?
Looks great

well faded, patchy, lumpy, poppy red here
~Steve

Oh, and limestone for the sheet and wheels.

[Manny]

Fitted new seats in my 88. 9511

[80sailor]

Manny, those look sharp!

[Jester065]

Looks great! I sent you a message.

[Manny]

Jester065 I replied to your message

[kenscs]

Replaced Right Rear Brake Pads. Previous ones were soaked with oil after hub seals leaked for many moons in previous owners barn. I had originally tried full can of brake cleaner to degrease, but after driving on them a bit, I checked them out and they looked like they were "bleeding" oil. Of course, I at first I mixed up the leading and trailing brake shoe position...

I saw some posts on an Aussie LR Forum that said to soak the pads in gasoline and "burn out" the oil since the pads are asbestos and will just burn off the oil. I figure for the price of a new set of pads from our hosts, I would save the burned eyebrows and just order new. I did see some references out there to the drums potentially being saturated and should be replaced, but I will try as is. The drums seem fine.

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[tmckeon88]

If you are concerned about wiring, the rewire on a truck like this is really idiot proof. Make friends with the wiring diagram, label everything as you dis-assemble, and order a new harness. Solves alot of the stupid problems old rovers have with old wire. Cheers.

I may be too big an idiot for that even. I have a new wiring harness sitting in my parts pile. Haven't summoned the nerve to tear out the old one. Maybe someday.

[tmckeon88]

I tackled the rear end this week - mechanics have been telling me for years that my rear diff sounded bad, and the way it chewed up U-joints in the prop shaft seemed to suggest too much slop. The rear axle casing was also disintegrating from rust and oozing oil from various pinholes. I sourced a good used casing from Pangolin and a good used diff from our hosts (an excellent one, in fact- the gear cluster looked virtually unused, although the outside had old paint and rust on it). I started tearing out the old stuff last Monday.

Always a mess getting old parts out. I also got new u-bolts for the spring since I suspected my old ones would get damaged during removal. I have parabolics and it turns out the standard u-bolts are too long, since they are designed for that massive 11-leaf Rover spring pack. I ended up just going to a local machine shop and having them make me new bolts in about 10 minutes.

I POR-15'd the axle casing and surface of the new diff. It all went together more easily than it came apart but I was sore from turning wrenches on stuck nuts and so forth. Buttoned it all up yesterday and took it for a tentative test drive and thank goodness it all seems to work. That shiny black axle and diff look great under there. It was a job to hoist the new diff in place- that lump must weigh 50 pounds- but with my floor creeper and some wood blocks I managed to get it lined up and on by myself. The entire repair only cost maybe $700.

By the way, I now have my old diff, which doesn't look terrible and someone might be able to rebuild/use. PM me if interested.


Cheers,
Tom

[Manny]

Top off!
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[Dibsen]

What wheels are those? I like them


Over last weekend, I made a bikini top for my 88. This was on my "to do" list over the summer but did not get to it until now. Nice thing is we have sunny weather here in the Seattle area for a couple of weeks so I've actually been able to use it. It is intentionally short (only goes to the first hoop) so I can use it with the roof top tent mounted to the tub.
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[Dibsen]

That is sweet! Is it custom?


8799Installed a new aluminum rear tank in my 67 109 that is now 23 gallons. Needed a baffled tank to stop the slushing and wanted to get my fuel pump mounted inside the tank as well.

[Dibsen]

Those look the biz!

How much do they howl? Honest


Finally got my 34X9 TSL's mounted on stock rims.

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[pitchrollyaw]

Replaced the clutch m/c, slave and flex pipe on my LHD SIII. I believe the appropriate phrase is 'character building'.

Master R&R was a bit of a PITA as expected.

[stomper]

Ugh, don't say that. It's on my to do list! Clutch M/C is a must do this spring.

[Dibsen]

Finally replaced the glass in my new window frame. I took pics of the process but for some reason, they are in a format that Mac doesn't recognize. Pictures I took with my iPhone by the way. Go figure

[Dibsen]

Finished product

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The new frame sits nice and flush to the body

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Compared to the old one

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Not sure how that attached photo got there..

[kenscs]

Finally got my "16mmx1.0 to 3/8" BSP" adapter re-welded and soldered so I can get my heating loop back in action. If anyone is looking for a great Radiator and ad-hoc Welding and Solder shop in Boston area, I had great luck with Natick Radiator. The owner took pride in his work, and really did a nice job getting these two different metals back together for me. It is great when you can find someone and a shop like this. No job was too small and happy to help. After a global hunt for a metric head heater offtake, I found one but also found out that the nipple was 1/2" and the Smith heater I have wants a 3/8" heater hose, and I did not find any 1/2" to 3/8" adapters out there, so back to restoring the original part that broke.

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[superstator]

Been a good long while since I posted any progress, but this seems like a good milestone:

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Welded in the new frame mounts a couple nights ago. Just needs the oil cooler assy, injectors & glowplugs, and the starter, and I should (fingers crossed) be able to fire her up for the first time.

[parrie]

Finally, after 10 months,964496459646 I have accomplished complete tear-down of Daisey! Hopefully putting her back together will be as much fun as taking her apart!

[darbsclt]

While not nearly as impressive as parrie's tear-down (wow!)...

I put Gracie's bikini on today... she's ready for summer fun now! :cool:

[redmondrover]

Installed Defender seats in my pickup--very comfortable! 9656

[stomper]

Changed out the clutch master cylinder. Thanks pitchrollyaw for the advice. 6 hours start to finish, with paint and clean up of the steering box cover, mud shield, and pedal tower.

[Manny]

Installed aft facing rear seat in my 88. I never felt comfortable with the kids sitting in the original seats. I used a YJ seat.
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[bensdad]

darbscit. very nice. which tires and rims are you running there. thanks!!

[darbsclt]

darbscit. very nice. which tires and rims are you running there...

Thanks!...
The rims are Proline steels: 16" x 5.5" from our hosts (powder coated Limestone)
The tires are Michelin XZL 7.5 X 16

While I've only had them on for a hundred, or so, miles... I can honestly say I LOVE them.

[Dibsen]

While not nearly as impressive as parrie's tear-down (wow!)...

I put Gracie's bikini on today... she's ready for summer fun now! :cool:

That is one pretty series! Where did you get that bikini top?

[darbsclt]

That is one pretty series! Where did you get that bikini top?

Thanks!... it's been a 9mo project getting her to this point (admittedly, she was in really nice shape when I got her).
I chose the "Bikini Truck Cab" from All Wheel Trim (http://www.allwheeltrim.co.uk/series-2&3.html#Series-2&3). I might have gone with an Exmoor hood from out hosts, but I wanted the ability to roll up the rear-cab curtain and have a bikini hood. To the best of my knowledge, only AWT's Bikini Truck Cab allows you to do this.

Now I know why so many folks say... "once you go canvas... you never go back."

Cheers!

[cedryck]

Sorting out brakes, checking pad wear, kind of low on front, and adjusting cams. Need to bleed and replace black looking fluid again.
Ordered new rear jump seat from hosts, yeah a new part to fit to my 88. Need to replace worn shoes on front, and then bleed, getting ready for summer months of Rovering.

[Dibsen]

Installed defender seats and replaced some window tracks. Both seem like they would be simple tasks right.....


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here are a few before pics
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[superstator]

It lives!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wurn7BYiek

Found out the lift pump was bad when I tried to prime the fuel system the other night, but once that was sorted (and I remembered to close the bleed valve) she fired right up! Freshly machined block, new pistons & crankshaft, new oil pump, and of course bearings and seals etc. Pump, injectors, starter and alternator rebuilt locally.

Lots to do still, but that was huge to see the engine actually make some noise.

[Dibsen]

thats great!

I am feeling really derailed about my own diesel conversion.

[SafeAirOne]

thats great!

I am feeling really derailed about my own diesel conversion.

Don't give up. It's not black magic. Many people can make the stuff you need. Probably several in your very neighborhood (presuming the population of your village is at least 250,000). Unless you can do it yourself, it'll still be expensive, but probably half that of the kit you've seen.

[superstator]

thats great!

I am feeling really derailed about my own diesel conversion.

If it makes you feel any better, my bulkhead is a disaster. I tore it down to get ready for hot tanking, and it's even worse than I thought. Top shelf is all bondo, both footwells are completely gone, posts rotten to the shoulders... I'm trying to convince myself it'll be fun to get some practice at welding sheet metal.

[acryer]

Explored the insides of the Series 1 today. The Buick V8 215 has some interesting modifications to be compatible with this series 1 LR (remote oil filter). Also the cooling system will be a challenge to fit with the large engine.

Check out pictures here.

http://thecoloradoer.wordpress.com/

[toga Rover]

Where did you get that "Darn Tough Vermont" sticker?


http://forums.roversnorth.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=9684&d=1397748662


Installed defender seats and replaced some window tracks. Both seem like they would be simple tasks right.....


968296839684

here are a few before pics
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[o2batsea]

If it makes you feel any better, my bulkhead is a disaster. I tore it down to get ready for hot tanking, and it's even worse than I thought. Top shelf is all bondo, both footwells are completely gone, posts rotten to the shoulders... I'm trying to convince myself it'll be fun to get some practice at welding sheet metal.
Reach out to Paul at Pegasus Parts in the UK. He has repair parts for bulkheads that are factory-correct.

[o2batsea]

It lives!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wurn7BYiek

Found out the lift pump was bad when I tried to prime the fuel system the other night, but once that was sorted (and I remembered to close the bleed valve) she fired right up! Freshly machined block, new pistons & crankshaft, new oil pump, and of course bearings and seals etc. Pump, injectors, starter and alternator rebuilt locally.

Lots to do still, but that was huge to see the engine actually make some noise.
An electric pump plumbed in line between the tank and the manuall lift pump eliminates priming. It comes in particularly handy when you change fuel filters. You just turn the key to on, wait two minutes, and off you go.

[SafeAirOne]

Where did you get that "Darn Tough Vermont" sticker?

http://darntough.com/

[Contractor]

New Top

http://images1.snapfish.com/232323232%7Ffp93232%3Euqcshlukaxroqdfv%3B%3B47%3Do t%3E2335%3D9%3A6%3D64%3A%3DXROQDF%3E274898635%3A23 4ot1lsi

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[Dibsen]

Don't give up. It's not black magic. Many people can make the stuff you need. Probably several in your very neighborhood (presuming the population of your village is at least 250,000). Unless you can do it yourself, it'll still be expensive, but probably half that of the kit you've seen.

Your right, but I was going to pull the 617 this week because I had some time off, I got as far as cleaning the garage and getting the 83' 300sd in there, then decided to hold off a little longer.

I have a low milage 2.25l (17k miles) that was swapped for the original straight 6. So I am hesitant to pull it out, but I think I could get some good money for it to help offset the cost of the swap.


If it makes you feel any better, my bulkhead is a disaster. I tore it down to get ready for hot tanking, and it's even worse than I thought. Top shelf is all bondo, both footwells are completely gone, posts rotten to the shoulders... I'm trying to convince myself it'll be fun to get some practice at welding sheet metal.

Yes well, I was supposed to get a quote from a local about sand blasting my frame, I just need to get the landy down there so they can take a look at it. He said to just email pics but I'd rather show him in person.

I started to just do small sections with the grinder but it was tedious. maybe I should go back to that.


Where did you get that "Darn Tough Vermont" sticker?

about every 4 months we have vendors come down to the Emerald Coast Convention Center to showcase their latest gear. I saw the Darn Tough girl showing off some new socks, so I grabbed a pair and a sticker for my Landy. Might be the only sticker I ever put on it, I'll save the others for my cooler

[NDNAJNS]

New wheel cylinder and associated bleeding. Installed a NOS sump and gasket (oil and filter change).

Oh, and happy my lower swivel pins aren't leaking after the overhaul. Sticky grease saves the day! :thumb-up:

[NDNAJNS]

Thats a good looking Ball!!

I need to re-do my swivel ball seals. How was it? How long did the one side take you? Yours looks a lot nicer than mine, the rust can get me hung up on a single bolt for days.

Thanks! Sorry, I haven't been on the forum for a little while.

This was this first [what I call] major work on the truck for me. So I took it slow. I had previously only replaced a manifold gasket, overhauled the Rochester carb, and replaced rear axles (went to chromoly). I installed NOS swivels, so a little more than the seal if you count the bearing and railko bush.

I basically did one side, and waited for a few days to see how it stood up. The ball and seal looked great, but I began to see leaks from the bolts and the drain plug (note that I'm using EP90, not swivel grease). I also have Series II swivels set up on my IIA, which means the steering arm is on top, and the bottom pin has no o-ring.

I was advised to pack the pin with SIG3000 sticky grease. So on the other [untouched] side, I did this and waited a few days before tearing apart my new work. I also replaced the crush washer for the drain plug. No leaks on the other side after two weeks, so I got back into the first side I did and repacked the pin with sticky grease and so far everything is holding up really well.

What really helped me with the process was a video on YouTube. Do a search for "land rover swivel ball" and you'll see it.

So the first swivel took me a couple of days. The second one took me only 4-5 hours. When I got back into the first one to repack the pin, it took me about 2-3 hours (but all I did was R&R the hub, preload, etc.).

I have to say that the whole thing has been pretty rewarding. One of the reasons I got the truck. I'm really cutting my teeth on it and it's quite satisfying! Feel free to hit me up with any questions. It'd be nice to finally help someone else out for a change.

Cheers,
Chris

PS. Ignore the streaks on my tire..thats from a brake bleeding battle I fought this afternoon...

[kenscs]

Started prepping body for some new paint. Used Aircraft Paint Stripper on the Apron Panel on Ex-MOD Ambulance to see what I am in for if I repaint. It was like a trip down memory lane. At least 3 layers of paint. First 2 look like original primer and Red Ambulance Paint, then another decent Dark Green coat of some sort, and then the dreaded Latex House Paint layer I am thinking about removing. It is going to be a long and "interesting" project.

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[Rich Lambert]

Painted the window frames, replaced the missing canvas (hood cushion) piece on top of the grill with a riveted-on cut down piece of the old limiting straps, and put the hood latch back on.

[LaneRover]

Today I spent a bit of time on my '65.

I tightened up the bolts that hold the steering box to the frame, changed a tire and adjusted the brakes.

[cedryck]

Fired up the 2a, pile in the puppies, and head out to get flowers for mom. Also pick up some tomato plants, basil, and squash from the local green house.

[johnny2rovers]

Today, Fisher Tire in Knoxville, TN provided me a set of loaner tires, mounted and balanced on the original 15 inch rims from my SIIA at no charge! They dismounted the tires from my 16 inch Wolf wheels for powder coating.

There is an excellent powder coating company in Knoxville, RT Coatings. We reviewed available shades of blue available with no match to Marine Blue. The owner of the company was extremely enamored with the Series and is working to ship a paint sample to some powder suppliers for an exact match of Marine Blue.

From what I have heard, most powder coaters do not want to go through the trouble of custom matching colors, but this good ol' boy loved the truck and wanted to go the extra mile.

Twice today, the Series Land Rover evoked passion among the public!

[siii8873]

I worked on the 54 this last weekend. I just got plates for it and took it for a little ride. Got out and ran my hand along the left fender and it was quite hot? So I decided to install a dual gauge that I had rebuilt to check operating temperature. Temp leveled out at ~70 DegC so seems to be running at good temperature. Must just warm up more than my other trucks.
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[johnny2rovers]

Could someone please tell me how to get these images rotated properly, however here's my day!

Today my Rover went from:

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To this:

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To This:

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And finally to this:

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A full day, but a great result! Now, when I get the Wolf wheels back from the powder coater in Marine Blue.....

[clearcut]

Had a lot of brake issues. Brett and Linus from Santa Cruz have re done the front brakes on my 1967 Land Rover Station
It has 11 x 3 brakes, and now a new set on drums installed1080210803

Also, shoes,Cyl and brake adjusters


josh

[triumphtr7guy]

Added new "fuel cel" since the old gas tank is kaput and removed. Started the Landy for the first time in over a year, little carb clean to the carb, crank it a few timew, a couple of coughs, and shazam!!! now it starts first turn of the key. Now to finish cleaning the garage of "detrietus" that has accumulated over the winter, and be able to begin frame repairs1080410805

[LaneRover]

Getting my 109 SW ready for a run down to Mass to pick up the old playset from my brother and sister-in-law in Wakefield.
Changed the transmission oil and found a tooth - it looks like its been there for quite awhile so I am not going to worry about it tooo much . . . for now. didn't change the transfer case oil because the trannie oil tends to migrate and over time that oil will get replaced . . .
Also drove it for the first time since tightening up the bolts that hold the steering box to the frame - not quite as wayward as its been the last few years of little to no driving!
The diff leaks when full - trying to decide if I should replace the seal in the nose of the diff or just swap diffs with one form another Rover . . .

[landerley]

Had a lot of brake issues. Brett and Linus from Santa Cruz have re done the front brakes on my 1967 Land Rover Station
It has 11 x 3 brakes, and now a new set on drums installed1080210803

Also, shoes,Cyl and brake adjusters


josh

Josh,

Where did you source the drums from? I am in need of a pair but they are very pricey.

Larry

[clearcut]

http://www.lrseries.com/

http://www.lrseries.com/shop/product/listing/14096/16/522593-BRAKE-DRUM-6-CYLINDER-SERIES-2A.html?sort=price_desc

Josh

[TravelinLight]

http://www.lrseries.com/

http://www.lrseries.com/shop/product/listing/14096/16/522593-BRAKE-DRUM-6-CYLINDER-SERIES-2A.html?sort=price_desc

Josh

Josh,

At that price plus shipping you may want to look at disc brakes. I know too late now, but it would cross my mind.

Sean

[landerley]

Josh,

At that price plus shipping you may want to look at disc brakes. I know too late now, but it would cross my mind.

Sean

No kidding. Almost $500 for two drums is ridiculous! Series 3, 6 cyl drums, with larger lug holes, are 1/3 the price. I am looking at machining some spacers to be able to safely run those.


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[TravelinLight]

No kidding. Almost $500 for two drums is ridiculous! Series 3, 6 cyl drums, with larger lug holes, are 1/3 the price. I am looking at machining some spacers to be able to safely run those.


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Yeah, my Dormobile has the Euro 6 so I assume larger brake drums. I have yet to pull the drums and adjust the brakes but when I do I will be checking to see which models I have. At that price I will be scrapping and going with discs as once you add pads and MCs you are getting in the relm of discs. Mine is not original nor will it stay that way so it should not matter in the long run.

[bullstanky]

Today I'm picking my Rover up from the shop where, at long last, I had a new roll bar fabricated and rear crossmember welded in.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/131307245@N06/shares/o4BdfS

[LaneRover]

I noticed that the headlights are working again!

[landerley]

Yeah, my Dormobile has the Euro 6 so I assume larger brake drums. I have yet to pull the drums and adjust the brakes but when I do I will be checking to see which models I have. At that price I will be scrapping and going with discs as once you add pads and MCs you are getting in the relm of discs. Mine is not original nor will it stay that way so it should not matter in the long run.

Sean, I think that you will have the larger 16mm wheel studs and be able to use the series 3 drums. My 69 is a suffix G and the last to use the smaller 9/16 wheel studs. Luckily I found some 5/8 to 9/16 shaft adapter for about $1 ea that should work as spacers to safely run the drums with larger holes.

Larry

[triumphtr7guy]

CLEANED the garage and all the accumulated "stuff" from under, in front of and on top off the Landy, next day or so, out of the garage, the TR7 in for head gasket, then the Landy back in and begin welding, looks good on paper anyway, chuckle chuckle:cool:

[LaneRover]

I noticed that the headlights are working again!

Yesterday I noticed they weren't - at dusk . . . more than an hour from home . . . details provided on the post 'Manual Headlight Relay"

[LaneRover]

Well, over the last few days I have been working on the clutch linkage on my '65. It had not been shifitng well since . . . well a LONG TIME. Some time late in the last millenium I remember needing to replace one of the pins in the cross shaft but not doing the other.

So I figured that I'd replace the other one.

Once you get the floorboards, transmission tunnel, front driveshaft and so on out of the way you only have to kind of limited access rather than nearly no access . . .

Getting a zip tie around the inner pin helps to keep you from losing it in the transmission's bellhousing.

The nice thing is that now with the pins replaced, the crossshaft greased up and tightened. it shifts like a dream, no more grinding into 1st, 2nd or reverse. Why didn't I do this years ago? Oi!

[timc930]

I noticed that the headlights are working again!

Did you have to ck them with a flashlight?

[LaneRover]

Did you have to ck them with a flashlight?

That time no . . . a few days later . . .

[NC_Mule]

Set out to get a few hundred pounds of 78 gravel but ended up with 1,140lbs. Truck handled it great, I would have never guessed you could put over 1,000lbs in the bed. I bet it could have hauled 500lbs more.

[Opabob]

Finished up replacing clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder and hose.

[cedryck]

Washed gobs of mud out from underneath the chassis, took doggies for a joy ride, so they can hang their large triangle terrier heads out of the plentiful window bay with out door tops, so enjoyable,