Strange how people's experience varies, even those owning the same make/type of engines. I've used Champions in a variety of cars, not just 4x4's, for decades & can't remember ever having a problem though admittedly the recommended replacement...

My V8 RRC will be 40 years old in 2027, but because it was built in June it won't be until April '28 that I can apply for Historic status :( So £360 (+ 5% as I pay by monthly DD) on renewal this year.

Thanks romanrob. Sadly the grill wasn't off, although it will be next time I need to adjust it. I did get there in the end with a long screwdriver and prodding various catches until it released. Got there in the end. Thanks for the input. 👍

+ 1 That explains why Gen Z drivers look puzzled when I tell them my 'daily' BM is 27 years old, their technology oriented brains can't grasp the concept o_O

+ 1 for the oil pressure & the method. Did you come to any conclusion re. the tapping noise?

I'm deeply hurt LOL ;) Owned two of them (admittedly old E34/E39) & neither have spoilt my 61 years conviction-free driving record.

So many people use WD40 as a releasing agent (aka penetrating oil) which sometimes works, but it's not what the formulation was intended for ie WD = water dispersant. There are many alternatives on the market, personally I've sworn by Duck-oil...

Yesterday, I met with my youngest son for a leisurely drive in Lola, my Land Rover, to our local pub for a pint. During the journey, as we basked in a rare spell of sunshine, my son—who had recently acquired the latest, feature-rich Apple...

Whatever you decide on .. K.I.S.S :rolleyes:

Lr don't get involved with complaints about cars. Hence passing you back to the main dealer. Main dealers have their own mechanisms of contacting lr direct for warranty claims and problems etc. What they say is correct, yer contract of sale is...

But what if its a Lady type gentleman, would it still cool the lady type gentlemans area the same ?

Only had one experience with AutoDoc & it will not be repeated :( Ordered a transmission service kit for my old 5 series but the filter wasn't correct & when I tried to get AD to replace the item they refused due the filter being 'part of a...

I've lost track of what JLR actually make these days, but I do know that they don't make Land Rovers any more.

Thanks Norseman, Yes agree that she will need to be looked at structurally and will start with getting her over to a trusted mechanic to look her over and give me a verdict. Worth a punt, I think!

Interesting read. As you are probably aware structural corrosion is the biggest killer of LR products, the Classic is certainly no exception so the condition of the shell is your starting point. I suggest you do your homework re. the likely cost...

My tuppenceworth suggests it's circa 1974 onwards, as the earlier blocks had their engine numbers stamped behind the N/S cylinderhead on the bellhousing "hump". It's not a R/R fitment as the alloy carb inlet pipes are pointing lower behind the...

My guess would be '71 as the BL markings(?) wouldn't be on a '81 as LR ltd. came into being in 1978, but then the 101 FC didn't exist in '71 o_O Either way the engine's condition would appear to place it in the 'boat anchor' category.

Not boring Norseman and as aj1954 said, important info if originality is a concern. My 1989 2 door is not very original. It was LHD now RHD with a VM replaced by a 300Tdi. TBH I was given the spolier and think the vehicle is missing something...

A liner problem is easy to diagnose, but hopefully that is not your problem as the condition is terminal. If you have a slipping liner the engine will be quiet when cold but as it starts to warm a distinct metallic tap (at piston speed not...

I wouldn't bother too much about timing marks, except as a guide with a timing light, as the correct setting for a new engine may not be so after years of wear 'n tear. If ever I feel the need to alter the timing on my 3.5efi I do it the old...