Hi Flossie, I checked this weekend and it has got the sprung resistance before the starting point however, there is no light that comes in whilst you hold it in that position.... Does seem like everything is wired to a relay in the engine bay and looks like its been done properly... Just no...

Put new UJs on the steering colum, stopped the massive Rattle the exhaust was making against the chassis... Now my back is in a state.... And I'm cold and hungry too lol.

Thanks everyone for your help, I replaced the steering UJs and it drives brilliantly now. Also, it wasn't the track rod that was rattling against the bracket, it was the exhaust banging against the chassis and that's all sorted now too. Thanks again for the advice and help.

Hey Rougharse, just thought I'd let you know that I replaced the steering UJs and it is like a new truck, thanks again for the advice. Also, it wasn't the track rod making all that noise against the bracket, it was the exhaust knocking and it's all sorted now.... Back in love with it lol Thanks...

You know what, it only started getting cold now, so glad I got it finished in time. First dirty job and it feels like a huge achievement lol drives like a reasonably good one now hahaha. Thanks again, that's why I love this site, lots of good people always willing to help. :)

All done thanks guys.... Was a nightmare but with a bit of not so gentle persuasion, got it out.... Thank for your help. This is the old one one if interested. Thanks again

I have literally taken the bolt out altogether....the shaft is ver loose and I can slide it with my hand back and forth but there isn't enough room for them to come off the splines... I'm pulling my hair out out.

Changing the UJs on the lower steering column and am stuck.... And the lights fading. Taken all the bolts out of the old UJs but now can't get the arm out... It's bloody tight in there too..... Am I missing something? Is there something else I need to take off in order to remove the lower...

Yes, Nial, those the ones and it is the first job I am attempting too, so am a bit worried but I'll give myself the whole day, just in case lol

Appreciate that, thank you very much.

Cheers Nial, I do agree that having a go is the best option and I am up for most things, I am going to attempt my steering UJs this weekend but I do worry about messing with electrics, as I absolutely no idea about that sort of thing at all.... The last thing I want is something catastrophic to...

Cheers Lynall, that does seem like a doable job for someone who knows nothing about vehicle electrics, so I'll quite happily have a go at that. Cheers Mate.

That sounds like a very clever idea but unfortunately I wouldn't have a clue how do that without running the risk of burning my Landy to the ground lol. I'm sure I'll find someone who would be able to do one for me. Thanks again for all the help and ideas.

OK thanks, I will tell you when I make 100% sure, so will check the weekend. Thanks again

I see.... I'm assuming I will need a manual switch fitted then.... Never ending, this Defender ownership hey hahaha

That's rubbish..... So I'll need a manual switch fitted somehow?

Lol Thanks Flossi, I am. Not sure now but will be sure to check that out.... I want to say no, there isn't that sprung resistance but can't be sure before checking. I will follow the leads when I get the new plugs and change them on the weekend Lynall. Where should they go? I'm sure the choke...

Another silly question, so bare with me. It's a 1988 110 with 300tdi up front but have no idea if that is the original engine. There is no little "coil" light on the dash, so I have no idea if the glow plugs are heating up or not. I can't hear any clicking or ticking from any relays when the...

Picked up my Xmas tree.... Wanted to put it on the roof just for fun but I wasn't allowed....

Cheers RR, I will have a good go at it and let you know how I get on. Thanks again