It is not the cushion, it was the diaphragm thatbhad completely rotted away. Was part intact when I picked her up but collapsed under me as I drove home. I weigh about 12 stone so not an outrageous amount. Was vaguely amusing as I kept slipping lower and lower

Tried them. Sadly a no go.

Right now she is white but I am planning to respray in Sahara Dust. I have been in touch with RJ Turner Car trimming in Kent who have the Teddy Bear Grey in stock - sadly I don't think it would look right with the new colour plan I have. Doubt they will supply you with the fabric but if you...

Hi all, my first post since introducing myself so hope I got the title format right. I am restoring a 1983 2 door classic. I realise that it is almost impossible to find the original beige velour upholstery today but wondering if anyone here has any smart ideas re a sensible alternative...

They are Speedways. SW-201 from memory. Note I used the singular for Wiper! First owner was the Ministry of Supply, no additional luxuries on that purchase.

The 80 is designed to make you smile every time you drive her, for about the first 20-30 minutes. After that, wincing with pain becomes the default setting. Hedge Hopper is an ale (from Staffordshire if memory serves me). However, It is a handle that I have used for years going back to my more...

Thank you. I am indeed running 6-00x16. Happy with them in the wet (with that wiper she is not my go to vehicle if it is likely to be sheeting down), does what she is meant to do in the mud. Noise is horrible but nearly drowned out by engine noise and gearbox whine.

My bad. Clearly need to learn how to navigate the forum as well as tart up a Range Rover :)

Having just looked at your 6x6 thread I think you are doing yourself down. I am in awe!

Thank you. Will start the project thread for the Classic shortly. Feel a bit of a cheat as not exactly a barn wreck but more than enough for my limited capabilities!

Hi, I am a long time Land Rover owner/driver. Learned to drive back in the 80s in a tatty `series 2A. Had a number of Defenders and a Disco over the years but recently getting back to basics. Proud owner of an 80” Series 1 which was a long held dream. She is very clean and tidy but more...