• Knappster
    Knappster replied to the thread Bone's V8 Disco 2 Build Log.
    That’s great that you’re keeping it. You’ll have a fantastic disco!
    Yesterday at 22:13
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    Knappster reacted to Bone9's post in the thread Bone's V8 Disco 2 Build Log with Like Like.
    Right guys, you'll be happy to know that I just can't bring myself to strip it. Everytime I get home and see it there my heart drops. I moved it round to the strip spot and sat in it just looking at all the work that i've done, its insane! It's...
    Yesterday at 22:12
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    Knappster reacted to marjon's post in the thread Bone's V8 Disco 2 Build Log with Like Like.
    Well thats a kick in the wedding tackle:(. But before you part it, I would look at it a bit more. You have put loads of excelent work in. Aslong as its not rusting out from under you and is a keeper, then a new top hat short/long block would be...
    Yesterday at 22:11
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    Knappster replied to the thread Bone's V8 Disco 2 Build Log.
    Gutted for you. It’s a great looking disco. Could you not get an engine from the likes of RP Engineering or someone who specialises is V8’s?
    Yesterday at 11:12
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    Knappster reacted to dag019's post in the thread Defender 90 LED lights with Like Like.
    Keep the rectangular fog lights, looks better on an older defender in my opinion. I got my RDX ones from bolt on bits on ebay. They definitely do the clear lenses (I am also not a fan of them, keep it original looking) so there may well be...
    Friday at 22:35
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    Knappster reacted to Anaconda's post in the thread To-Do-List when picking up a new 90 with Like Like.
    Check the ECU under the drivers seat for any oil in the loom. If the big red wireloom connector is covered in oil then you need to change the injector loom, otherwise don't bother. Oil was dripping out of my ecu wire connector when I bought it. I...
    Friday at 22:34
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    Knappster reacted to Anaconda's post in the thread West Berkshire trip, tomorrow! with Like Like.
    Seasonal winter TRO, open from the end of April. The surface is pretty compact so even in the winter I doubt it would get damaged, sensible compromise though.
    Friday at 12:46
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    Knappster replied to the thread To-Do-List when picking up a new 90.
    When she finds out how much you’re spending on it… 😬
    Friday at 09:28
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    Knappster reacted to UpandOver's post in the thread Blood, sweat & beers ! 1984 Defender 90 restoration with Like Like.
    Its starting to look like Christmas everywhere you go … Shiney landy bits adorne the man cave ! Very happy with the quality, a few hours of cleaning with a flap disc, few holes to re threaded and jobs a goodun!
    Thursday at 23:06
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    Knappster reacted to Anaconda's post in the thread To-Do-List when picking up a new 90 with Haha Haha.
    The first thing I did was take the little steering wheel off and put a proper one on, I then fitted the steering wheel lock and pedal lock. The next thing I did was take it for a drive I then ordered a fuel pressure regulator repair kit as it was...
    Thursday at 23:00
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    Knappster replied to the thread Discovery 1 3 door 300tdi commercial.
    Nice looking disco. Good luck with the sale, someone will get a good one there.
    Thursday at 18:36
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    Knappster reacted to resto_d1's post in the thread Discovery 1 3 door 300tdi commercial with Like Like.
    Hi all, I’m a long standing member on here and have tidied up a D1 commercial over the past year or so with decent money spent. I now wish to buy my dream daily as not doing mad miles anymore and can’t justify two landies. If you know d1s you...
    Thursday at 18:36
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    Knappster replied to the thread To-Do-List when picking up a new 90.
    Ultimately, make it as difficult and noisy as possible to steal. It will increase the chances of the scrotes going elsewhere or getting caught.
    Thursday at 18:25
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    Knappster replied to the thread Leaking Injection Pump.
    It was a straightforward repair in the leak, which was around £180 including VAT and delivery. The recon was, as mentioned, around £500.
    Thursday at 15:02
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    Knappster replied to the thread Leaking Injection Pump.
    I used DTM Diesel in Bristol earlier this year and had very good service. Posted, repaired the following day and delivered by hand that afternoon, although I am relatively local. Others have used diesel Bob, although I haven’t. Maybe a local...
    Thursday at 14:13
  • Knappster
    Knappster replied to the thread To-Do-List when picking up a new 90.
    Lots of decent security measures and a full service.
    Thursday at 14:10
  • Knappster
    Knappster reacted to UpandOver's post in the thread Blood, sweat & beers ! 1984 Defender 90 restoration with Like Like.
    Whooooohoooo! Galvanized bits are back and looking bloody amazing! Apparently theres an extra levy on the standard galvanising service its called the silver service 😂 , or in this case a tip !
    Thursday at 10:43
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    Knappster reacted to resto_d1's post in the thread Pig with Like Like.
    Been under a pig today 😂 Yes she’s had all the boot floor etc done but this was some time ago now. I’ve found a little bit of chassis by the fuel cradle bracket that I’ll chop out at some point. First pressure washed, then snow foam and citrus...
    Thursday at 10:41
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    Knappster reacted to tottot's post in the thread Newbie Question - Is this rust bad under a TD5 90? with Like Like.
    For Gawd sake do not use one of those thick bitumen under seal, it soon cracks and traps water, There are several good products on the market to day. A "toffy hammer" tap test like what an MOT guy will do tells a lot about the state of a...
    Thursday at 10:32
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    Knappster replied to the thread It’s in my blood.
    Hi and welcome! Nice looking Landy too!
    Wednesday at 13:25
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    Knappster reacted to QuickPoppy's post in the thread It’s in my blood with Like Like.
    Some images of our mechanical family member and the 200tdi to be transplanted. No prizes for guessing my surname - the pun is stolen from Quick Pee!
    Wednesday at 13:25
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    Knappster reacted to Hicap phill's post in the thread F****** halfwits! with Like Like.
    When you count 10 motors in the group..utter madness. I go with people who I know & any bad stuff I leave or they do.
    Wednesday at 09:46
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    Knappster reacted to resto_d1's post in the thread Try again…. with Like Like.
    More progress (week off!). The inside sill is going to get a fish plate over the joint as it’s right next to the mount. Starting to come together and look new
    Wednesday at 09:45
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    Knappster reacted to resto_d1's post in the thread Pig with Like Like.
    Just walked her mot 😎
    Wednesday at 09:44
  • Knappster
    Knappster replied to the thread Slow.
    Definitely. It’s quicker today though. Consistently inconsistent.
    Wednesday at 09:44
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    Knappster reacted to SimonBrown's post in the thread Steel Bonnet Stiffener - Repair or Replace? with Like Like.
    Looking at it...being in the last third of my life and wanting to enjoy myself...what made me think trying to recover this ferrous mess was a good use of my time? Sanity check over and thank you!
    Tuesday at 13:16
  • Knappster
    Knappster replied to the thread What have you done on your 90/110/130 today?.
    Had to reschedule to next Thursday so no wheel change today!🙄
    Tuesday at 13:10
  • Knappster
    Knappster replied to the thread F****** halfwits!.
    I’ve been green laning since I got my first Landy in the early 90’s. I started with some friends who were members of a local off road club which was mostly into trials. We went in groups of two or three and didn’t tear up the lanes or drive off...
    Tuesday at 09:36
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    Knappster reacted to Anaconda's post in the thread F****** halfwits! with Like Like.
    Why do people need to be told how to behave? All sorts of behaviour is available to be seen on the Internet, some just fine some not, doesn't make it an excuse. The group in the video know full well they were driving where they shouldn't and...
    Tuesday at 09:33
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    Knappster reacted to GSF 109's post in the thread S3 109 Safari project...... with Like Like.
    Thankfully I managed to buy some pins off eBay - LR Optional Parts and they came in a few days. Great service 👍. I fitted the catches to the glass, gave the glass a clean, painted the round securing nuts silver to make them look a bit better 😊...
    Tuesday at 09:29
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