1. markbarnes

    110 coil springs replacement.

    Hello gents, I need to sort out the suspension on my 110. She's a grafter, and has to earn her keep dragging around logs, woodchipper/woodchips. But although a high cap, she drags her arse around worse than my Mrs. Her roar (as a V8) is still as strong as my Mrs's, but her bottom is sagging...
  2. markbarnes

    Woken up from V8 dream....to nightmare!

    No i hadnt considered it. Is this a straightforward job? What cost parts?
  3. markbarnes

    Woken up from V8 dream....to nightmare!

    Any chance i could extract a wee bit more info from you????
  4. markbarnes

    Woken up from V8 dream....to nightmare!

    I'm in the LEZ thats why i went for a v8. Hate new trannys - ultimate pikey wagons. wanted something classy but cheap. 1989 v8 was £2200 fitted new body. need a petrol to stay in the law..............or a euro 3 diesel....... any reccomendations?
  5. markbarnes

    Woken up from V8 dream....to nightmare!

    Guys, I have only myself to blame...love at first sight, then I heard her talk, and the rest is history.... For some strange reason, I thought i could buck the trend and make journey economy, not use her as much as my last 4 x 4, etc etc. Well shes costing me flippin fortune, and drastic...
  6. markbarnes

    Any advice for roof racks!!

    Hi B G, Looks cool! Any more close ups? P,s, how far back have you gone with your flat bed?
  7. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    Sorry gotta bring this back for a new batch of chaps to cream over ;)
  8. markbarnes

    V8 Removal

    Toyota/Lexus 1UZ-FE or the Chevrolet LS1.......installed rough cost?
  9. markbarnes

    Any advice for roof racks!!

    Hi gents, Posted a question a while back but go no responses. Want a roof rack that goes over the cab on my 110, but not over the rear bed. Any cheap stockists, or you know of anyone who wants to flog one? The ones on e bay are silly money....dont want a poseur patriot one for 10 grand...
  10. markbarnes

    V8 Removal

    Thanks for all your words brothers. My reasons for getting the v8 were to avoid buying anything on a new plate, 2001 plus to conform with LEZ, that were out of my price range. Also, the vehicle is just such a babe, it was love at first sight! Trouble is, business is a bit slack, i'm a self...
  11. markbarnes

    V8 Removal

    Hi guys, After running my v8 this last month, i'm feeling the pinch! I know, i know, they sound amazing and turn heads.....and empty wallets... Wanted advice for the lowest cost LPG DIY kit on the market (that my mate can fit) Alternatively, what engine would you recommend for...
  12. markbarnes

    Truck cab roof rack

    Hi guys, anyone know of the best all round (inexpensive) truck cab roof rack. Missed one on e bay earlier that extended over the screen (do these have a special name) anyone know of good cheap companies, or anyone have one kicking around? Mark
  13. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    You dont wanna come and see my dick d'ya storm? ;) Thanks for your warm welcome ;) I'm in Barnes - where r u? No Fookin LEZ for this one -- v8 petrol is ok (as you know ;)
  14. markbarnes

    London based 110 owner

    Big fat cock please buddy ;)
  15. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    By the way, you cant really see from the pics that I uploaded, but I also introduced another feature that even some of the grey beards may not have seen before - when i took the tub off, i cut out the aluminum light fittings from it, and they are mounted sideways on at the rear - you just might...
  16. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    Thanks mate - I have got a lock for all the pedals - am going to be upgrading for a loud alarm too! I'm quite near too to central london, so before my one the thieves have all number of rollers, jags, lambos etc, but still, i've fallen in love with her, and dont wanna lose her so its high on...
  17. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    Thanks guys! Have gone onto the introduce myself page, great to be here! Well spotted that man about the logs - shes gonna be dragging a chipper/logs/sand cement/fence posts around until i finally get to retire.........I'm 38 ;) Shes a real babe, and I fully intend that for a long...
  18. markbarnes

    London based 110 owner

    Hello peeps, I'm Mark, and my fantasy is now a reality, I have myself the ultimate working/womanising truck ;) I'm the ultimate idiot when it comes to motors, so you will hearing a few questions from me, like whats the difference between oil and water, so please bear with me! Anyway, I...
  19. markbarnes

    Rare beast??

    Hey guys, I'm a newby to the 110 lifestyle. Just got my little green lady and have taken her tub off, and have put this body on from my recently retired mk2 transit. The body has also seen life before that on a mk1 transit! Quite a rarity! I think it fits in well with the look; I hope no...