Correction...Series 3!!! It's been a long day

Hi all, After a catastrophically poor start to my time with LandyZone where I was convinced I had a 'Project Iceberg' v8 diesel I proved myself to be the archetypal 'all the gear, no idea'. With this in mind I now know when to ask for help. I have a series 2 land rover with a range rover...

Thanks Mr Noisy. Will do...

Engine number: 10A2526 Off Rover engine number detail: 10A00001A. BbSD1 manual 9.35:1cr. 1976-1987 I think this is the right one. Your verdict gentleman...

Lol and fancy it would be! Nah I'm not too precious about this kind of stuff and I know I fluffed it anyway. Have already had more help here than ANYWHERE else I've looked.

Fellas I appreciate its a ridiculous mistake and its the most rookie of rookie errors so i will accept the abuse with good humour. As if I'd have a choice anyway?! I love cars, especially land rovers but my mechanical knowledge is minimal at best but I learn best "on the job" (oooo cheeky!) I...

After a rocky start (on my behalf) I have to say you guys are great. I really appreciate the advice and will definitely take you up on your offers. Thanks again!!!

As stubborn or as naive as I may be I want to keep the V8. I need now to find a suitable gearbox with transmission box to fit it. Any suggestions? Anyone interested in the old one? Currently have a diesel fuel system which I know I can drain and get professionally cleaned (obviously changing...

It's currently in Avergavenny so I won't be able to get up there until next Weds. I'll post the engine number as soon as I get up there. Thanks for the offer muscrat. I may well be giving you a shout.

Thanks guys. Back to the drawing board...

I have the rest of the bits too. Tempted to just sell the whole thing and forget about this ugly affair

Got it for a steal. I hope... £123

Thanks dippypud! :)

Thanks for the advice bencorkill. Happy to have the petrol and will accommodate accordingly. Thanks for your help guys no matter how damaging its been to my self esteem lol