1. ObiWanKenobi

    New alternator

    Thanks, Blackburn. This will be my weekend project. Will advise. Mike
  2. ObiWanKenobi

    New alternator

    Okay - ran these tests last night. Please see if you can help me interpret it all. Engine off: turned the ignition switch on and ignition light came on - as usual. I then removed the small outermost wire from the alternator and the ignition light stayed on! Hmmmm. I hooked up my red wire on...
  3. ObiWanKenobi

    New alternator

    Ah! Will run tests tonight. Thanks!
  4. ObiWanKenobi

    ignition light stays on WHY

    Okay, Thanks! Will test tonight! Thanks!
  5. ObiWanKenobi

    ignition light stays on WHY

    Hey Mad Hat Man - Thanks for the quick reply. I'm new to this, though love learning how it works. I thought that the ignition light gets power from the ignition switch - positive - and the bulb is grounded inside the alternator. (I am thinking of it like the oil pressure switch and oil...
  6. ObiWanKenobi

    ignition light stays on WHY

    My ignition light stays on. I've installed a brand new alternator. I'm thinking of doing these three tests: Engine not running, but ignition switch on: Remove small wire from alternator and see it Ignition light stays on. It should go off. Engine not running, but ignition switch on: Ground the...
  7. ObiWanKenobi

    New alternator

    I have a similar issue. I just installed a new alternator, and car starts right up. Measured voltage with engine off (after charging a few minutes) and battery 12.28 V. Then tested with engine running: 13.63V. Drove around the block and yet- my ignition check light stays on all the time...
  8. ObiWanKenobi

    different types of engines..

    Update - I have an alternator. Lucas LRA100, Part 23715. I think it is not charging properly, so I'll test it. It may be the belt. This colder weather might have affected it. -Mike
  9. ObiWanKenobi

    Rear door bottom repair

    Hey Steve - I ordered the bump stop and it's on back order. Cost me more in shipping than for the little piece of rubber. I think you only need one bump stop at the door hinge side. When the door is closed, I don't think you need one on the far end. I noticed that the inside frame definitely...
  10. ObiWanKenobi

    Rear door bottom repair

    Hi Guys! Here is an update on my rear door bottom check rod and channel challenge. Here is how I re-installed my rear door check. This is a 1970 Series IIA. The rear door had an aluminum chequerplate sheet over it , so I had no access to the original channel for the door check rod. That channel...
  11. ObiWanKenobi

    different types of engines..

    I guess my next step is to know if my compression ratio is 7:1 or 8:1. How can I tell if I have a dynamo or a generator? Thanks! Mike
  12. ObiWanKenobi

    different types of engines..

    Hi all - I'm thinking or replacing my engine. But not sure what I have. Here are some pics of my engine. Can anyone tell me what type of engine I have. It is in my 1970 Series 2A LAnd Rover, and it is a 2 1/4 litre petrol, I am assuming. What else to I need to know about its specs...
  13. ObiWanKenobi

    Series 3 Flick wipe

    Thanks Rob - Nice diagram! Mike
  14. ObiWanKenobi

    Series Landies Towing Mad Stuff

    Hey - I'm at work over here... Gotta get a rear-view mirror on my computer it seems like... Hahaha! Nice pics though... Mike
  15. ObiWanKenobi

    Series 3 Flick wipe

    Thanks, Bern - I'll check the wiring. Mike
  16. ObiWanKenobi

    Series 3 Flick wipe

    Great question. I'd actually like to see a good wiring diagram too (maybe pictures) showing the correct hook-up. I bought a new 2 speed switch with push button for washer, and it works fine, but the wiper does not park. I don't want to risk changing out the park switch itself which is on the...
  17. ObiWanKenobi

    Rear Door Drop Down Table

    Togo - Yes, I've seen that one and I do like it. There a similar one for the Jeep Wrangler too, by Smittybilt. 2793 Tailgate Table. https://www.quadratec.com/p/smittybilt/tailgate-table-07-17-jeep-wrangler-jk?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvcvYhZiC4AIVBuDICh3axgdjEAQYAiABEgLFBPD_BwE I like it too. Still...
  18. ObiWanKenobi

    Rear Door Drop Down Table

    Hey Togo - I have a Series IIA. I thought about a similar thing. So I decided to use the liftgate eyelets which are already on the back of the vehicle. I bought two sliding gate latches, which are spring-rods in a housing you can bolt on to wood. I bought a 36in x 24in piece of birch plywood...
  19. ObiWanKenobi

    Tappets,

    Thanks, Steve - Happy New Year! Mike
  20. ObiWanKenobi

    Rivets

    Thanks all! Will watch the video tonight. Happy New Year! Mike