It needs an ice blaster if possible and then send it to get undercoated. Still looks solid. I would find the price of this work in your area and try to get a discount there for the car. Clearly it needs to be addressed and that is understandable.

What is that bar that in photo number 3, this bar doesn’t exist on my truck?

The debate on defender motors is a very controversial one (Maybe). Project Storm was LR best last true hurray before BMW bought them out. Hands down, period.

100,000 in 15 years is not really proof that it is a good engine, it is proof that if it is not used much it will keep running. That is an average of 6,600 miles a year. I do about 30,000 miles a year in my 200tdi and at the point I changed the...

D2 so guessing a td5 motor? You will need to give more information on any symptoms. Noises, rough idling, smoke from the exhaust etc. ? this type of information sent in the forum is whats needed to get you pointed in the right direction

i have a single mass I purchased. It is a lof clutch. will still install because the money is spent. Any other ways to dampening the drivetrain? maybe replace the gearbox, engine mounts and transfer case mounts? LOF states it matches the dual...

You are correct 🤣, my mistake. Well, talk about unlucky hahaha

Curious to know about your injector 5. I am having weird startup noises the disappear after a couple of seconds. Aside from your starting issues. Were there any noises or obvious symptoms prior to the non-starting issue that seemed like an...

If you have the aftermarket one still in, I would just go for OEM. Buy cheap, buy twice. just checked LR parts and a Hella (OEM) pump is 20 pounds more than what you paid for the aftermarket version. With your best interest in mind, any part...

I took my gearbox tunnel off the other day to see if i can hear this sound better. It still comes and goes, but still no issues at all. I am just concerned if it is a faulty injector the spray pattern may damage my piston. Regardless, left work...

for a noisy fuel pump which i had, i just used a quality fuel additive every fill up for a month and it slowly went away. Now I hear it as a normal pump pressurizing but that's because there is no sound deadening. Fuel pumps need maintenance...

I have a massive hole in my passenger footwell. I just sprayed it with rust corrosion inhibitor. Went from nasty orange rust to red/blackish rust. In the winter I just cover it with a floor matt. in the summer it is a permanent foot cooler. It is...

Fuel pressure regulator leaks are another issue but not a big or expensive issue and easy fixed, Injector seals can leak but generally TD5 engines are built like a brick sh#t house and reliable. Like any engine, regular oil and filter changes...

Pretty sure there was thought of making it probably the world’s best DIY car given how remote this truck has gone. Pulling up to any shop with a LR badge is on the spot a 25% mark up

I have to agree with miktdish. Something that really grinds my gears, is someone saying they can't do something because they haven't received a fancy piece of paper saying they passed a course (which I have) or because they don't have a title...

If you can't undo eight nuts and bolts then I can't help you any further and neither can anyone else. Also you maybe should have not have bought a Defender as these cars do need a fair amount of care and attention which will become very...

Synchros wear with use and age, but the boxes are always been of a design where a slower gear change than your normal car is required.

3,000 km more than me. I had 5w30 in it but switched to 5w40. truly depends on a lot of factors. Temperature, Use, Modifications etc. I learnt 5w40 is driven more towards diesel engines and provides better protection, but key are specs. 5w30 is...

I would say the biggest issue would be the plastic dowels they used to align the head with the block. they corrected this with the 15p motors. Second, would be the oil pump bolt not having thread lock and with time this falling out ultimately...

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Valeo I believe is the OEM. I have a LOF Flywheel + Clutch I am waiting to install sitting around.

Photo 2180-2183 you can probably neutralize more rust growth with some rust corrosion spray. renew suspension and steering steering components. Sand blast the chassis. cut and re-weld any severely rusty brackets. Undercoat the undercarriage...

In theory, the flange and end cap should have some type of sealant on it. Most dont such as myself because I never go wading but occasionally. I believe those early years used oil for the whole axle. Just use some sealant to seal the hub up...

Sounds like diff oil leaking out of the end caps then. You’ll need to check the diff breathers are clear and possibly replace the rubber caps (get genuine if you can). The breather is on the top side of the diff. Very easy to unscrew it and...

It is a matter of three bolts and press to remove and reinstall the bushes. Not something you can't do with a little patience's, proper preparation and research. Did he provide photos to these claims? Curious to know his opinion on "worn". I...

i know thats why i asked the motor type. For any motor, the specs are 1000% percent important. Quality of oil, maybe you can play around with but do your research and you will understand. Google lake speed the oil geek.

Hub seals and Radius arm is dire imo. Any worn bushes can throw off alignment and possibly cause a death wobble in the future etc. Hub seals also are something i would sort out. if the source of the leak is coming from your wheel bearings again...

ouch! seals are probably shot, mine leaks as well not an issue but dont take it wading but will never wade with mine could be the lack of lubricity due to water damage , try renewing the oil see what happens

Definitely an argument, but these are pretty chunky nuts. What would think could happen at the worst?

Ill add a cherry on top lol. Just go through google images. https://www.wrington.co.uk/product/machined-finish-stainless-open-ended-nuts-to-fit-defender-series-3-discovery-1-late-series-2a-and-classic-mk1-range-rover-for-steel-wheels-only/