Replaced the rear indicators this evening, and rather shockingly, I discovered a lot of compacted mud/sand behind both of the lights (clearly coming from the rear wheel arches), and caking the rear cross member. I cleaned out what I could - but now looking forward to getting the Gwyn Lewis mud...

Big week. Just collected the truck after a series of upgrades/ fixes. Stage 2 Remap (Alive) High flow air filter New hoses Ultimate Intercooler added Powder coated braces in front of intercooler Replaced injector loom Fixed oil leak that got into wiring loom Replaced temperature sensor...

So I did the watering can test last night, and definitely had a driver side front vent leak…. Then even with heavy rain overnight and driving in the rain this morning, the driver side was still reasonably dry. Lesson here. I need to do more testing for leaks in the rain.

Same issue here. Replacing with: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/292150574874 (and also got a tube of Captain Tolleys Creeping Crack Cure on order)

Reasonably busy weekend of snags, including new pedal covers, trying to replace the number plate light (for an LED box), and fitting this (phone holder which replaces the TD5 ashtray). Sharing this eBay purchase which is a simple 3D printed unit. It needed a satin black spray, then it was very...

Thanks very much. I've bought some primer, paint and lacquer (and some door card removal tools - awaiting arriving). Going to be a job for September.

What sort of paint did you use to respray them? And did it last / does it still look good?

From looking again early this morning there is NOT a lot available (alternatives to the Hawk kits) - which is concerning.

Does anyone have an idea of what colour this is? (1999 Defender '90). I originally thought it was Bonatti Grey (Land Rover colour code LRC.659) - the same as the Tomb Raider (which is also what the local mechanic thought). I've then seen some photos of trucks in Niagara Grey - which is causing...

Really helpful advice. I was looking at an RDX/Hella/Hawk kit but I think I’ll look at other options now

Totally! When the DHL guy arrived yesterday, I promptly loaded everything into the boot/back of the truck!

I’ve got a 1999 Defender 90 (TD5) and i’d like to get a central locking kit. Of the kits I’ve seen on eBay; the majority are for 2002+ defenders, and I’m not having much luck. Second, is it possible to get Land Rover fobs programmed for the central locking kits? Any recommendations?

I created a Googledoc/Spreadsheet which lists every part I’ve bought, every piece of work I’ve had done on the truck so far and the cost . eBay, Paddocks, Exmoor….. when does it end.

Looks excellent. Can’t decide between black or white for the top for mine

I bought some clear LED side repeaters (Britpart: DA8530) - which I'm hoping to fit early next week. This has now inspired chasing the orange front/rear indicators to clear ones. It never stops!

Applied T-Cut to the bonnet to try and buff out some of the hairline scratches. Wasn’t nearly as effective as I hoped

I’ve still yet to identify/solve the leak in the cab - but the bottom of the doors are being repaired/welded on Monday. After that it’s new seals

Very interesting. Thanks for the tip.

I’m looking to get premium black carpet fitted once sound deadening is fitted. This is needed for the front footwells, seat boxes and around the gear stick (as per the attached) as well as the rear floor. I’ve shortlisted two options. (1) Lucari (SKU: LRI2089) (2) Exmoor (SKU: EXTO21-3) Had...

I also had the rear windows tinted (inc. the rear door), and the seals changed for both the rear windows and the alpine windows. Nice refresh.