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    300tdi split expansion

    So it looks like the head gaskets gone. While its off is there anything else I should change or check?
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    300tdi split expansion

    There only bubbles when I Rev the engine. I was thinking exhaust gases so head gasket. But the sniff test was clear. I think I'll take it to a friend of mine see if he's got a sniff tester. Is there anything I can do to check the gasket?
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    300tdi split expansion

    It was sniff tested and didn't change colour. To be honest I'm not sure if I used my original cap or the one that came with the second hand tank as they got mixed up. I left it on tick overdoes a good 30mins didn't move above half way on the gauge. And I'd didn't move during the test run of...
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    300tdi split expansion

    The expansion tank on my 300tdi defender split two weeks ago. I replaced it with another second hand one today, took it for a test drive, got home and it's split again. I had the head tested and the gasket was ok. The only thing I've noticed is with the expansion tank cap off if I Rev the engine...
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    front clunk

    hi, when I bump up the kerb out side my house I get a clunk from what seems the steering. ive checked all the ball joints, universal joint and prop's, which all seem ok. is there anything else ive missed?
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    90 swap for 110?

    hi, are you still interested In a 110 defender. im selling mine and want a 90. can you give me more info on your defender, mileage, condition etc.
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    new clutch

    hi, I'm going to have to change my clutch in the new year, as mine is rearing out rapidly. what I want to know is which is the best clutch kit to get and any tips, i'll change the clutch folk and oil seal as it's leaking oil out of the bell housing.
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    no headlights

    thanks for the reply's, it turned out to be the switch. thanks for the help. the wonder's of landy zone
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    no headlights

    When the sidelights are on they flash, when u switch the headlights don't work but the main beam flashes ok. So i take it its the relay, where is it and how easy is it 2 change?
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    no headlights

    hi, I've just popped out in my defender 110, switched on the headlights and nothing. the sidelights work fine but when I switch to the next position nothing happens, main beam work fine. I've just checked all fuse's, bulb and connections and all seem fine. please can anyone help with any...
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    diesel treatment

    thanks again for the reply's, i'll try some millers eco max first and see what happens.
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    diesel treatment

    thanks for all the reply's. I serviced it at the beginning of the year, so filters should be ok. I've just brought a large trailer which I've been towing around and it seem to have started since I started towing that. could it be the clutch.
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    diesel treatment

    hi, I've notice recently that my defender 300tdi seems a bit sluggish on pull off and up hills. some people have suggested putting diesel treatment in the diesel. what I want to know is, is it worth it and which ones are the best.
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    wont start

    thanks, I managed to jump start it and take it around to my mates who reckons it could be the starter motor. so I've go and fetch a new one, when I got home and switched it off it started first turn so don't know weather to change it or not as I can guarantee when I need it in a hurry it wont start.
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    wont start

    hi, I just went to start my 110 defender 300tdi. all the light came on but the engine didn't start or turn over. I changed the battery in the fob, tried setting the alarm and un setting it but nothing. please help as I need it asap. tim
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    Billy's budget defender project

    great job mate. I really wish I had the time and space to buy one and have ago myself. keep up the good work
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    rad blown

    just changed the rad in my 110 defender, when kenlowe fan had stopped working, theres power getting to the fan but it dosen't spin. i've taken the fan of and wored it direct to the battery and it works so it's not the fan it self. but when i wire it back up it dosen't work. could it be the...
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    insurance

    had another call from adrian flux yesterday about my insurance and managed to get it down to £556 from £620, i know it's not alot but it something, i was told by a few companies that when i'll 25 it will drop loads. lancaster quoted over £1000 but said if i was 25 (which i am in a few months) i...
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    insurance

    what's the best/cheapest insurance for a 24 year old, 7 years no claims with and 1995 110 defender with a few mods. just had my quote from adrian flux and it's £640 which seems abit high. i'll phone around today and see
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    intercooler

    i'm going to replace the intercooler on my defender 300tdi for a performance one. i've had a look on the net and there are a lot from different firm with the price ranging from £300 to £450. just wondering if any one has used these firms before for a intercoolerand which one if any is better or...