HYBRIDNI said:

Ah flip...I still havent taken photos of the Landy. I might actually head out tonight and take a few with flash.

No havent tried to bump start yet as haven't got anybody to call on to help....and still worried that if doesn't start then there is no way its getting back up drive as cant be towed as too narrow for tow vehicle to get back out and already tried to push it up with jeep but the jeep's plastic bits couldnt cope.

I have spotted Britpart starter for about £90 inc vat (def the correct one). This a better option than paying to get the old one fixed?

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If there is an attachment point at the top you might be able to use a hand winch to pull it up the drive, a hi-lift can be used, but they only pull about a metre at a time, so you will have to chock it and pull again. I imagine you only need to get it up a little so its on private ground cos it aint taxed.
Tow start really is loads better than a starter for things that have been standing a while.

Try and get the old one rebuilt, a lot of Britpart stuff is crap

Right guys - just bought another starter - turns out my engine is not original and is the improved model...and also turns out its in very good nick internally. Just the outside and aux's that look like crap!!!

Not Britpart but got deal on aftermarket one with 2 year guarantee for £28 less than quote for rebuilding old one.

Cheers for all your help and advice - much appreciated!

But there is still one question that is killing me as I really want to know.

I opened a thread for my question in the relevant 19j section - please have a look and enlighten me if you can.