1. Matt_Defender

    CompuShift Opinions wanted.

    4HP22EH would be electric, no? Anyone who's got one who could actually tell me what they're like? Opinions etc?
  2. Matt_Defender

    CompuShift Opinions wanted.

    I"ve got a Defender 110 fitted with a 300tdi Discovery engine and 4 speed autobox. I recently killed the gearbox, so am going to Ashcroft and getting one of their upgraded boxes. I'm thinking of the CompuShift and wondering what people reckon? I offroad quite a bit, but have also just bought...
  3. Matt_Defender

    Changing Diff Rings for big tyres

    I've recently put 35" tyres on my Defender 110. I've found from greenlaning that my gear ratios have changed (no surprise there) and that my 1st gear Low box is equivalent of everyone else's 2nd. I've also found the engine gets hotter more quickly and can often nearly overheat going up hills...
  4. Matt_Defender

    Double cab to Station Wagon conversion

    Thanks for the responses. redhand, what sort of fettling will need doing? Do the seals to the roof remain the same? Thanks
  5. Matt_Defender

    Double cab to Station Wagon conversion

    I'm looking to convert a 1993 double cab into a station wagon style hardtop. Reason being that I've got a large dog and want the security and convenience of the hardtop and being cable to access it from inside the main cab. I know that the roof can be changed to a full 110 roof and a rear...
  6. Matt_Defender

    Removing rusted on wheel spacer

    Thanks for all the advice, I'll pick up a slide hammer tomorrow and give that a go. What kind of heat are we talking about then? I've read somewhere about using a propane torch but I've never done anything like that as does anyone have any recommendations on what to use and how to use it...
  7. Matt_Defender

    Removing rusted on wheel spacer

    They were put on nearly 10 years ago (I think) would that make them steel? Not really sure what to try now other than the heat??
  8. Matt_Defender

    Removing rusted on wheel spacer

    You got me worried now...
  9. Matt_Defender

    Removing rusted on wheel spacer

    I don't know if they're steel or aluminium. I've now tried bolted the wheels back on the lowering the vehicle. I thought that sounds like it would definitely work - nope, still solid! So time for the stupid question: they're only on using the 5 original wheels bolts right? There's nothing...
  10. Matt_Defender

    Removing rusted on wheel spacer

    Trying to remove the wheel spacers from my Defender and they're stuck. I've tried PlusGas all round and hit it a couple of times. Wondering if the next step is a propane torch but never done that anywhere before. Any helpful ideas?
  11. Matt_Defender

    Opinions wanted for Defender 110 hardtop

    Hi All, I'm wanting to replace the soft top on my Defender 110 for a more secure hardtop. I'm torn between the CamelBac from Neneoverland and the less than half the price Truckman Canopy. I'd welcome any for's or against's for either or both.
  12. Matt_Defender

    camera help.

    Agreed that a camera forum will probably give a better answer but I do some photography as well and understand your frustration. It's all about the type of mounting the lens' have and type on the new camera. Unfortunately I think your options may well be limited. Quick net search and the...
  13. Matt_Defender

    Saying Hello

    Profile picture added now.
  14. Matt_Defender

    Transmission Oil Temp. Light

    A wiring fault would certainly explain why the light goes off when the side lights come on. I know the vehicle doesn't have it's original engine.
  15. Matt_Defender

    Saying Hello

    Defender 110 Double Cab originally '93 but rebuilt in '03. Had a 300tdi fitted then and still only has 35k on the clock and was converted to Auto. Will get a picture on my profile soon. Just got it taxed today!
  16. Matt_Defender

    Transmission Oil Temp. Light

    New to Defender and cars in general so please forgive ignorance and dumb questions. As soon as the ignition is switched on the Transmission Oil Temperature comes on and stays on. Strangely it goes off when I turn the side lights on. Any ideas what's going on? Also is the vehicle still...
  17. Matt_Defender

    Saying Hello

    Hi Everyone, New around here so thought s I'd say hello. Been dreaming of owning and using a Land Rover for about 15 years now and finally bought one yesterday - let the fun begin! ...and with it, many questions...