What about the stuff called Nitromors? Would that be a good move? My main concern is that we don't have a garage. We're going to try to do this out in the open...

Defender 110 with several layers (at least 5) of old paint. We've been considering getting it sand blasted, but I wondered what the best option would be. We're short on extra time at the moment, but we have no idea what sandblasting costs.

Thanks for all of the help. I was worried I was just being paranoid, but I am glad my concerns aren't that odd. I only have a Disklok on it at the moment, but I have ordered the clutch claw. Any other suggestions?

If you lived in a private housing area, with your vehicle no visible from the main road, and other individuals with the same vehicle as you were driving to your home, but never speaking/waving/honking to/at you, would you be concerned or flattered? I was flattered until I considered more dubious...

I live in Eriswell, between Lakenheath and Mildenhall Villages. It's right off the A1065 to Brandon. I don't want to get myself into a mess the first time.

I also live in this area. I am ordering my OS map today. I've never been on a green lane and I would really love someone with experience to come out and give me a hand. I just bought a Defender 110 Military 1986. It's ready for the roads, but I'm not entirely sure I am ready.

Hey now! I'll get there in time. Don't you know that the best theft protection for a car in the USA is to drive a stick shift? They say that for a reason! I'll figure it out in time.

Haha! I am not the fittest bird in the aviary, and I haven't done a lot of driving in it yet. If I can confess to be a total American, I just learned to drive stick yesterday. It's not nearly as bad as I thought, but I am still working on getting a feel for the shifter in the Defender. Any tips...

It's official!

First off, I'm Liz! I posted in the introduction thread. Sorry! I'm new to the forum system. Second, any vehicle over 25 years of age is eligible for import into the USA. The '86 will just make it! Some more honesty - I really know nothing about cars. I learned to drive a manual... yesterday...

I am officially the proud new owner of a 1986 ex-MOD Defender 110. I'm living in the UK right now, but I hail from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US. I am going to try to make some changes, you know how us ladies can be, but I honestly love it just how it is. I am pleased to meet you all, and...

I am *hopefully* picking up my new vehicle this weekend. I am a novice when it comes to mechanics, and car-related topics in general. The engine was refurbished by the MOD. Timing belt, gear box, and clutch are new. Chassis and bulkhead are in very good condition. Tires are good. Little to no...