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			<title>Replacing Series 2 ignition cylinder with one that uses a larger key</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/general-discussion/general-discussion-area/193678-replacing-series-2-ignition-cylinder-with-one-that-uses-a-larger-key</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:15:06 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[I am finding the key to the ignition on my &#8216;59 Series 2 is simply too small.  As well it is too close in appearance to the door keys.  I&#8217;m looking...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am finding the key to the ignition on my &#8216;59 Series 2 is simply too small.  As well it is too close in appearance to the door keys.  I&#8217;m looking for a cylinder that will fit and would have either a larger end or better a plastic covering over the end.<br />
<br />
I don&#8217;t want to take my cylinder out before finding one because sure as tootin&#8217; if I do not only will I have trouble getting it back in but that could be the kiss of death, making any possible alternative unobtainium.  <br />
<br />
Does anyone have a picture of what the cylinder looks like to point me in the right direction? I don&#8217;t care OEM etc. However all I seem to find are cylinders with the two tabs surrounding the keys ie older Detroit style and I don&#8217;t think this will fit around my light selection switch.  <br />
<br />
Or better, a model number  or suggestion?<br />
<br />
thanks]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>ducttape</dc:creator>
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			<title>Tionesta Rover Expedition - Road trip planned</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/general-discussion/general-discussion-area/193673-tionesta-rover-expedition-road-trip-planned</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:23:13 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Good morning all, 
 
I recently agreed to sell my &#8217;66 Series 2a 88 to a good friend of mine. 12 years ago, this same friend met me on the other side...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Good morning all,<br />
<br />
I recently agreed to sell my &#8217;66 Series 2a 88 to a good friend of mine. 12 years ago, this same friend met me on the other side of the country to inspect the truck prior to my purchase and made me promise that he would have the first chance to buy it if I ever decided to sell.<br />
<br />
The only problem&#8230; I live in Florida, my friend lives in NW Pennsylvania.<br />
<br />
My friend has a grand road trip adventure in mind; flying down to FL and driving with me in the Rover up to PA (roughly 1,400 - backroad miles). I&#8217;ve mapped out a route where we would take 5 days, driving between 5 &amp; 6 hours a day averaging 45 - 55 mph, with sightseeing along the way.<br />
<br />
The trip is, tentatively, scheduled for mid June (June 13th - 18th) and now my anxiety levels are starting to creep up.<br />
<br />
I&#8217;ve done a lot of work to the truck in preparation for the sale - Replaced the carburetor, replaced rubber brake hoses with stainless braid&#8230;. replaced all of the wheel cylinders and front brake shoes&#8230; replaced both front hub &amp; locking hub seals/bearings/races etc&#8230; bled, greased, topped up every fluid I could think of, and flushed the radiator&#8230; inspected shock bushings and replaced as needed. The tires &amp; spare are approx. 10 year old (garage kept) XZL&#8217;s with good tread.<br />
<br />
So I think the truck is as ready as it can be for the trip.<br />
<br />
Still&#8230; I haven&#8217;t driven the rover much in the past few years, and, although I&#8217;ve never had a mechanical issue out on the road, I&#8217;ve also never driven the rover on any trip more than ~ 100 miles each way. So, to be honest, I&#8217;m a little worried.<br />
<br />
It goes without saying&#8230; Our wives are totally against the idea.<br />
<br />
We welcome any company along the way, whether classic rover or modern.  Alternatively, if anyone was a member of the old Birmabright Brotherhood and might be willing to help out should problems arise, I'd welcome your offer.<br />
<br />
I'll post a picture of the general route below...<br />
<br />
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			<dc:creator>darbsclt</dc:creator>
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			<title>Trees Hate You: Home Is Somewhere Ahead</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/general-discussion/general-discussion-area/193665-trees-hate-you-home-is-somewhere-ahead</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:03:36 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>In Trees Hate You (https://trees-hateyou.io), the only thing keeping you going is the hope of getting home. Between you and safety stands a forest...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In <a href="https://trees-hateyou.io" target="_blank">Trees Hate You</a>, the only thing keeping you going is the hope of getting home. Between you and safety stands a forest full of ******ous trees, fake directions, and traps designed to punish every mistake. You&#8217;ll rely on trial-and-error to survive, learning deadly patterns through constant failure while navigating biomes that never fight fair. With customizable characters, collectible hats, and nonstop surprises, every step forward feels like getting a little closer to escaping a world that wants to keep you trapped forever.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Mirrors for doors on a Series II</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/general-discussion/general-discussion-area/193664-mirrors-for-doors-on-a-series-ii</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 02:41:03 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Does anyone have experience with what seems to be only two choices on our host&#8217;s site for mounting mirrors? 
 
Specifically, what is the difference...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Does anyone have experience with what seems to be only two choices on our host&#8217;s site for mounting mirrors?<br />
<br />
Specifically, what is the difference between the mirror adapter, door hinge and the same &#8216;extruded&#8217;? Is that extruded l as in, plastic?  Is it durable? <br />
<br />
thanks in advance ]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Requesting measurement on tailgate mount</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/land-rover-technical-forums/defender-90-110-130/193662-requesting-measurement-on-tailgate-mount</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:07:01 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I am going to put a tailgate on my Series 2a and I think I might use the Defender cables instead of chains. Could someone please measure the bracket...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am going to put a tailgate on my Series 2a and I think I might use the Defender cables instead of chains. Could someone please measure the bracket mounting distance on the tub? I want to know if it's the same as the chain mount. I mean the actual bracket holes. ]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>Chris92SE</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA['67 Series 2a Clutch Wear - Possible Cause]]></title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/land-rover-technical-forums/land-rover-series-i-ii-iia-iii/193661-67-series-2a-clutch-wear-possible-cause</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:10:24 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[I have just acquired this &quot;new for me&quot; '67 2a 109.  I knew the clutch was bad, so I picked it up using a U-Haul trailer and brought it back to North...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have just acquired this &quot;new for me&quot; '67 2a 109.  I knew the clutch was bad, so I picked it up using a U-Haul trailer and brought it back to North Vancouver.  I decided to just pull the gear box back 20 centimeters inspect and remove the clutch.  The previous owner had said the clutch was fine and the vehicle drove normally just a few days before, so why I wondered if the clutch was suffering from a rear main or gear box input shaft oil leak.  What I found was a clogged drain, a very rusty (but dry) clutch cover, a completely worn out clutch disc (right down to the rivets), a very rusty flywheel, and a caked on mass of burnt clutch dust inside the bell housing - about 5mm thick.  It did not appear wet near the bottom (assuming that's where oil would have gone), but it had coated everything in there pretty consistently.  Brake Cleaner removed most of it with little effort.  So I'm thinking that I do not have a rear main seal leak or a transmission input shaft leak.  I also verified that the vehicle has the 9.5&quot; clutch.  I have a few questions at this point...<br />
1. Should I change the throw out bearing? It does not appear to make any noise.<br />
2. If yes, is this behind a small cover in the bell housing, and if this is removed, will it drain gear box hydraulic fluid?<br />
3. The clutch cover appears to have a steel triangular shaped central hub that mates with a similar size disc on the input shaft.  This would be metal/metal contact in operation.  Should this be lubricated when assembling?<br />
4. Unrelated, there are no reverse lights.  Where is the reverse light switch located?  I see no electrical connections on the gear box.<br />
Any input would be appreciated...<br />
Geoff.]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>GMorbey</dc:creator>
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			<title>WTB: Land Rover Cape Cod spare tire cover</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:01:03 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Hey all,  
 
I am willing to pay a fair (and somewhat stupid) price for an original spare tire cover from the defunct Land Rover Cape Cod dealership....</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey all, <br />
<br />
I am willing to pay a fair (and somewhat stupid) price for an original spare tire cover from the defunct Land Rover Cape Cod dealership. <br />
<br />
If anyone has one - or know someone with one - I'd appreciate any leads you can provide.<br />
<br />
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<br />
Thanks!<br />
<br />
Jeff]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>TheCommonGear_com</dc:creator>
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			<title>One narrow tire for the bonnet</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:47:20 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Ok, so I&#8217;m just a little older than my &#8216;59 Series II. But it is magnitudes stronger than me: I don&#8217;t feel like lifting a super heavy lid that houses...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Ok, so I&#8217;m just a little older than my &#8216;59 Series II. But it is magnitudes stronger than me: I don&#8217;t feel like lifting a super heavy lid that houses a tire I will probably never use. I&#8217;m running LT235/85 R16.<br />
<br />
There&#8217;s the problem in a nutshell. I&#8217;ll probably never use it but what is a Land Rover without a tire in front?<br />
<br />
So I&#8217;d like to replace it with something narrower and lighter. Both the tire and the steel rim. All it has to do is work with the other three to get me someplace for a repair.<br />
<br />
Any suggestions as to how to go about this will be appreciated. Thx]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>ducttape</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA[LBZ EGR Delete from EGR Performance &#8211; Worth It for Daily Driving and Towing?]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 09:42:21 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Hello everyone. 
 
Has anyone installed the LBZ EGR Delete kit from EGR Performance on a daily-driven Duramax? I&#8217;m researching the benefits and...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello everyone.<br />
<br />
Has anyone installed the LBZ EGR Delete kit from EGR Performance on a daily-driven Duramax? I&#8217;m researching the benefits and possible downsides before making a purchase. I&#8217;ve been reading reviews about improving airflow, lowering EGTs, and reducing soot buildup, and I&#8217;m considering getting an LBZ EGR Delete from EGR Performance for my truck soon.<br />
<br />
Did you notice any gains in throttle response, fuel economy, or overall reliability after the installation?<br />
<br />
I&#8217;d also like to know how difficult the install was and whether tuning adjustments were necessary afterward.<br />
<br />
Any long-term issues, check engine lights, or towing performance improvements would be helpful to hear about.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Source for replacement dumb iron</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:11:09 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Can anyone recommend a good source for a replacement dumb iron for a 1970 Series IIA?  It looks like RN doesn't sell them.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Can anyone recommend a good source for a replacement dumb iron for a 1970 Series IIA?  It looks like RN doesn't sell them.]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>IIA</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA[Replace wiper unit on a &#8216;59 Series II]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:51:11 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[The blade and holder seem to have disappeared on my Series.  And that doesn&#8217;t seem to be a part I can find anyplace. 
 
Does anyone have any...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[The blade and holder seem to have disappeared on my Series.  And that doesn&#8217;t seem to be a part I can find anyplace.<br />
<br />
Does anyone have any suggestions?<br />
<br />
Also the blades look real good, provided it doesn&#8217;t do more that drizzle. Has anyone replaced theirs with something more robust? Is the issue fitting something else to the motor, or the strength of the motor?<br />
<br />
Thx all]]></content:encoded>
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			<dc:creator>ducttape</dc:creator>
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			<title>WTB: Series 2a tailgate</title>
			<link>https://forums.roversnorth.com/forum/the-vehicle-marketplace/land-rover-vehicles-wanted/193637-wtb-series-2a-tailgate</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 02:33:38 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I have a hard top with a full rear door and I would like to remove it for summer. Looking for a usable tailgate (lower tailgate assembly?) so items...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a hard top with a full rear door and I would like to remove it for summer. Looking for a usable tailgate (lower tailgate assembly?) so items won't roll out of the back. As long as it's functional and not super rusty. My rover is limestone, but I can probably paint up any old tailgate to work. Thanks, Chris]]></content:encoded>
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