1. dstainton

    Winter tyres for a Range Rover?

    Used All seasons for many years and figured people who wasted their money on winter tires were daft( drove a big 3/4 ton Ford 4x4.). That is until I actually bought snow tires. I was converted in about 10 minutes. The softer rubber and differentiated treads make them superior to M&S. Studies...
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    300tdi inncorect temp reading.

    Thanks. Been following jamesmartin's advice.
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    Stolen Roof Tent.

    Are other people as ****.d off by the thieves in our society? Personally I'd be glad to pay more taxes for more police and hopefully see these Fuc.ers jailed. I'd also be happy to see them sent to jails where they had to work to get Fed. Fuc. i'm ****.d at this ongoing do nothing "it's a social...
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    Its happening again

    Dear, Falling Block, what caliber? I've a Sharps 45-120.
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    Good radiator?

    Tried to get mine rebuilt, but the price of copper made it easier to buy new. WTF is our world coming to?
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    New diesel 110 help

    Get a compression test. Look at maintenance history, if you can. Colour of oil? Cold starting? Exhaust colour? Caution is best exercised before you buy. If its running hot, run away. LOL. Its easy to check actual temperature with those little infrared guns.
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    Well, hi-lift jacks, they’re ****ing mental

    Are Hi-Lift Jacks dangerous. What else would you call a device capable of lifting your vehicle 3' vertically and enabling you to tip it over to get your vehicle over to get it out of deep ruts? Try getting under your car to jack on an axle when the axles are resting in mud. So, Jack alls...
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    Electric Fan?

    Fitted electric when swapping from 2.5 NA to 300tdi. Kit came with fan. No noticeable difference in performance as i had no benchmark, but theoretical improvement in MPG. Apparently it requires a few hp to turn the fan so it makes sense it will affect fuel economy.
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    Head tightening sequence - Elring or Haynes?

    Old-school shop teacher taught me Centre out in spiral. He said because it doesn't set up stresses between bolts which can lead to head warp, or cracking.
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    Pulled for going too slow on the motorway

    From what I understand on a divided highway with two or more lanes, Right is the SLOW lane and, Left is for passing, or for those driving faster. If truckers complain about having to pass surely they are capable of passing a slower moving vehicle. In no way can this speed be considered a hazard...
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    Gearbox crossmember removal

    My Defender was not welded, though an ex MOD vehicle. It was very tight but I had a small sledge and pounded on it, after removing bolts and it came out reluctantly.
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    LZ international Rescue Map-Everything you needed to know

    I submitted info as requested but do no see a pin on the map. Thanks. I did respond to an email I think.
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    Dynamat noise underbonnet on Defender

    I used the garbage roof flashing stuff. Did interior floor boards up to tunnel. Additionally replaced boot rubber and replaced the foam gasket around the shifter. As well, did under the hood. As stated above I'd say a 1/3rd reduction in noise. Have yet to do door panels and roof. Its a pickup so...
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    How much prop shaft play?

    Replaced tbox and most of my play went away.
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    Where to get parts

    Not a cent, sorry we don't have copper pennies any more. I'm just a very satisfied customer. Parts ordered include, air filters, fuel filters, oil filters, a used 300td1, sourced from Eng, new clutch, throw-out bearing, drive shaft etc. Had a problem with the oil pan on the used motor, as it...
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    Where to get parts

    Don't understand the Question. Its a legit business and legit recommendation?
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    Defender Seats

    Will early Disco seats (front) fit in a defender pickup?
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    Where to get parts

    Rocky Mountain Products West Vancouver, BC. Canada PH. 604 913 7910 Toll Free 888 880 2600 Ask for Jeremy.... Fair prices, Fantastic Service