Recent content by Mepps

Yes, not cheap at all. If you come across cheaper supplier, please post details on forum

Hello Mark, As promised. Parts / Gasket Kit ordered Turner Engineering UK Strangely, no part number relating to full complete Gasket Kit. Only number: LR002438 Cost of Kit €220 + €40 postage to IRL + €80 customs charge €340 total. Heads skimmed & other parts ordered. My friend nearly set...

Hello, I will relay to me close friend who is the V8 Owner & see if we can get some pictures etc . As far as I am aware, engine is currently 50% stripped down. My work in progress is with a 1992, 200 Tdi . Lots to do & progress is slow at the mo. That said, delighted I have defender weather...

Yep, it can be hit and miss when emailing etc but credit to UK based suppliers, I have always found businesses to be very helpful over the years. Thanks again for your help Mark Placing order for the gasket kit thanks to information received from yourself 🖐️

Hi Mark, Thank you for locating kit , much appreciated. I have been searching my side and emailed UK parts suppliers, but no luck. Thanks again 👍

Thanks for reply 👍 I tried Paddock Spares who are my go to for Defender parts . No luck Will keep searching Thanks again 👍

Hello, Trying to locate a Full Head Gasket Set for Range Rover. Details Range Rover (Vogue) Year 2007 3.6 Diesel TDV8 BHP: 272 Part number ? Or Stockist ? Appreciate any help Thank you

Hello, High Reving on start up is now resolved. Stuck / Seized boost pin was the issue. Removed/ cleaned/ lobricated etc . Seems to have worked. Engine sounding great. Thank you all for suggestions & your help. Great Forum 🖐️

Hello, High Reving on start up is now resolved. Stuck / Seized boost pin was the issue. Removed/ cleaned/ lobricated etc . Seems to have worked. Engine sounding great. Thank you all for suggestions & your help. Great Forum 🖐️

Hello Kevstar Your diagnosis was correct & thank you. Much appreciated Attached photo 🙈, don't laugh, ha ha All cleaned now & engine is idling & reving nicely. I replaced clutch cylinders and pipes etc and now after testing, we have a clutch. Next up is drive shaft & rear diff to be...

Hello, I only took ownership of vehicle in March this year. My First Defender ... Engine was not running as parts missing. Probably 10 years or so off the road. It's a low mileage jeep and mechanic did look after when it was in use as I was familiar with jeep before it moved to me. I did check...

Sounds interesting, I will definitely try your suggestion re: boost pins If successful, I will let you know. Many thanks 🖐️

Hello, yes, disconnected accelerator cable . Thanks, I should have mentioned on post . 🖐️

Hello On the search for some suggestions please. So, progress to date & current challenge. Engine starts up ok (Sounds Strong) but immediately goes to high revs and I have to shut engine off. I have drained fuel from tank, cleaned lines, replaced glow plugs, new fuel lift pump, replaced fuel...

Hello, thank you for part number. Sure, I will add to the long list which seems to be getting longer the more time I spend on the 200tdi 😂🖐️ we will get there eventually.