Yes, same here. YRM suggested insulating tape, which I’ve done and trimmed to make neater once the fixings were permanent. moved on to check the doors, the drivers one is beyond redemption, looking for feedback on the various suppliers.

I’m rebuilding my D90 and there is remnants of old rustproofing on the underside of the wings and tub, is it a case of removing the loose stuff and reapplying new rustproofing such as dinitrol? comments, experiences successes!

Finally, I can see the end of the tub rebuild. My first time with car bodywork so, whilst not the ideal /perfect outcome I am happy with my achievement so far... Just got the tub floor load bars, drivers door latch panel to fit and seam seal the various joints along with a few more rivets into...

Turned my attention to the rear tub this week. Placed what seems to be a weekly YRM order for a few more bits for the tub and replacement rear quarter panels from another supplier as YRM don’t supply them. The tub floor was not a straightforward removal, sounds easy reading about it but the...

Been isolated here for 3 weeks also working from home, can’t seem to allow myself to skive off to work on the Defender. I was about to order the chassis just before all of this hit, in a way I’m glad as the delivery would be difficult yet the money no longer in my hands, not good for a...

Well, quiet weekend, refitted the steering column and removed and r3fitted the clutch and brake pedals to fit gaskets I forgot in my rush to build something. I also managed to break off the brake switch so, replaced that as well. I then turned my attention to the seat box given the large...

I really recommend Buzzweld, gives a great finish and easy to apply. I’m looking at their products for the priming of new aluminium panels as I move on to the tub refurbishment.

That’s what I intended to do with mine, but decided to get it together first then tackle the engine if I have any issues. Hw did you approach this to get to this condition?

Buzzweld Chassis in One, great products. https://www.buzzweld.co.uk/

Engine timing belt replaced and lots of new parts have arrived, I can continue with my social isolation. flywheel etc fitted so engine now put to one side, I’ll do the valve clearances later. Moving on to the bodywork now, YRW shelves cleared, air rivet gun purchased, YouTube videos viewed and...

That is the cleanest engine I’ve ever seen, love it.

Thanks, just as I was intending, great thing about this forum is the ability to check your thinking.

Used timing kit items, easy removal.

Exactly what has happened tonight, used the timing kit items and off she came no problem, right tools and the jobs much easier. The problem now is that the cam toothed wheel has a timing dot, the FIP wheel has two red dots of paint with no timing dot. My thinking is that the cam timing dot...

It is, never thought about it as it is only the flywheel stop and FIP shaft I’ve used. I hope it has the strength to pull off the Damper. Thanks.

Off to get some plate, thanks

Thought about it, but no welder. So checking to see what is available first.

I’ve also started a thread on the engines forum but thought I could ask here to As expected my Harmonic Balancer is proving a complete b’stard to remove, does anyone know where I can get a 4 bolt puller? Everything I have seen so far is only 3 bolt. I don’t want to damage it as a replacement...

As expected my Harmonic Balancer is proving a complete b’stard to remove, does anyone know where I can get a 4 bolt puller? Everything I have seen so far is only 3 bolt. I don’t want to damage it as a replacement is around £180!! cheers Bill

Mmm, number of older posts don’t bode well. I did see them at Peterborough and thought the Marsland was best but with nearly £1200 difference the Shielder one was attractive. Maybe I should just go with my instincts and first impression and spend the extra for the Marsland.