1. Becks Bear

    3.9EFI V8 Engine

    Hello what's the biggest alternator (amps) I can fit to a 3.9EFI engine? and a part number if known? at present I THINK my one is 65amp? but not sure until I remove it and see. the engine has the V belts NOT the serpentine belts again any part numbers for the V belts required as I would like to...
  2. Becks Bear

    Wanted LT230 1.4 ratio transfer box

    I have one of these in very good condition, dry no leaks. I removed it to fit a 1.6 ratio for off road not sure what I would get for it and the cost to courier it to u
  3. Becks Bear

    engine runs on for a few seconds

    ok lads, new stop solenoid fitted and it works a dream, very simple fix............................................thanks
  4. Becks Bear

    TD5 Steering pump modification

    Hello Circled in RED I would like to remove this fitting and bolt on a fitting that would allow me to use a threaded connection on the low suction on this TD5 steering pump what could I use??????? I DO NOT like jubilee clips on the hydraulic hoses and would like something more secure hence...
  5. Becks Bear

    engine runs on for a few seconds

    Cheers Lads As I said after much goggling I also believe its the stop solenoid, yes the FIP was laying for a long time under the work bench will just replace the solenoid as it comes with a new spring and see how she goes........................................................cheers
  6. Becks Bear

    engine runs on for a few seconds

    Just fitted new timing belt and all tensioned as required. Had to fit a second hand FIP All timed as procedure Engine runs fine no knocking or any suggestion advance or retarded timing Ok now my problem When I switch off the engine she runs on for a few seconds maybe 5/10 seconds BUT NOT...
  7. Becks Bear

    V8 90 CSW Exhaust system

    I would like to improve my exhaust system but as you can read below I want to KEEP the 3.9efi Range Rover manifolds SO what system will give me the best sound from this V8???? At Present this is what’s fitted The exhaust manifolds are standard 3.9 EFI Range Rover, but have been machined to...
  8. Becks Bear

    Wanted 24v alternator

    hello I am looking for a 24volt alternator that has the biggest amp output AND will fit a landrover defender 300tdi normal alternator brackets, what alternator will fit????????????????????? What other vehicle with a 24v alternator would...
  9. Becks Bear

    300tdi defender engine lumpy while ticking over

    ok update checked everything, adjusted nothing changed nothing and now running sweet, go figure only a landrover can do this:eek::eek::eek::eek: only thing I can think off I had the diesel tank out a few days ago and maybe a bit of dirt got sucked into the fuel system ah well cost me...
  10. Becks Bear

    300tdi defender engine lumpy while ticking over

    300tdi Defender engine Rebuilt engine and was running good, however it started to run a bit lumpy today while ticking over today, you would think it was running on 3 cylinders give it a few revs and its ok but when ticking over again lumpy Only about 2000miles on the engine, new injectors, new...
  11. Becks Bear

    Durite rev counter

    Daz was thinking of buying this Durite 0-4000rpm rev counter, did u fit yours and is it working? the reason i ask i was told i need a rev counter that has dip switches on the rear to calibrate the rpm gauge?? many thanks
  12. Becks Bear

    which V8 engine

    IF i was thinking of fitting a V8 engine and auto box into my offroad defender which engine would be the best:D:D and what other bits and bobs would i need? at present i have a 300tdi engine:doh::doh: any advice from the V8 men out there:confused::confused::confused: many thanks
  13. Becks Bear

    Rebel 4x4

    I think they are a ****e company i will never TRY TO buy again from them:mad::mad::mad::mad:
  14. Becks Bear

    Has anyone used coach paint before?

    i have used coach paint on all my defenders, if u take your time and prep prep prep u can get a good finish. i use jenny brushes to finish of the paint, her is a link to show you the type of brush i use Jenny Brush or Jen Foam Brush
  15. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    many thanks everyone all sorted:D:D:D:D:D checked all the vac pipes and found one split. it was one of the small pipes, as i had removed the EGR i followed the TD5 link and aslo removed the wiring connectors took the disco out for a test drive OMG what a differents to the brakes, tested...
  16. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    any other suggestions about the brake problem:D it happened again this morning:eek:
  17. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    Made me laugh as well
  18. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    How do I check if the pipes are connected correctly after removing the egr?
  19. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    brainboy81 brake pads mintex checked the m/c and servo seem ok i removed the egr will check that i have connected the vacumn pipes correctly:doh: many thanks
  20. Becks Bear

    discovery td5 brakes

    i hope i can describe the problem correctly:doh: on my 04 disco td5 auto sometimes when i press the brakes the pedal appears to be hard and the motor is slow to stop no matter how hard i press the pedal it will not stop the disco. if i lift off the pedal quickly and repress the brakes...