Thats hard luck. I fitted one of clives cross members a couple of weeks ago, fantastic bit of kit. I bet there was some colourful language when the driver realised what he was about to hit!

Ahaaa, excellent. I will give both a try. Now that second link really does look promising as it refers to the grille regulator. Its geat what can be turned up with a fresh set of eyes. I had exhausted my searching capability!

Thanks but I have tried E-spares already. The cooker regulator seems to be easy to source, the top over/grill one seems non existent!

Well I didn't expect to be throwing a 10 year old cooker away, but its looking like this may be the only option. I am trying to source a top oven/grill thermostat switch or energy regulator as they seem to be known for a 'Stoves' 800 DF DOM oven and the bloody part is now obsolete. I have been...

Right, after further investigation I am convinced the propshaft is to to blame. So do the above offers still stand or does anyone have one near Bristol, as I will be up there this weekend. I require a 4 bolt flange variety. Not sure if they do 3 bolt flanges but just thought I'd confirm to...

A frame balljoint maybe?

Thanks. I assumed the fronts probably would have been the same, but a definitive answer saves the chance of added hassle/expense!

Quick question. Are the 4 bolt type flange ones the same length off both vehicles? Just trying to open up options as my defender one has taken a whack. Been offered a disco one and want to confirm it will fit. I'm struggling to find a definitive answer despite searching. Edit. I meant the...

I have heard/read discovery 200tdi exhaust manifolds are a t2 flange and interchangable with 300tdi's, which means that opens up a massive range of turbos really of all sorts of modern vehicles. I think I have found a suitable alternative turbo that flows better and should pull from lower...

Interesting, I wouldn't have assumed that was the issue. I'll drop the oil and find out.

The front diff it oil tight with no play in the bearing, so I have to assume its the T box bearing or prop. Think I will just replace both. Bastard bloody money pit vehicles! Trouble with identifying problems there are a wide variety of things to look at for any given fault.

I have been chasing a vibration at between 35 and 45 miles an hour under load. having removed the front prop shaft and driving up the road in difflock it dissappears. The vibration can also be a sort of drumming vibration when say giving it the beans in 4th out a 30 limit or something up a hill...

Thanks for the offers, I will respond shortly. I have one last issue to be raised before replacing it, though I'm pretty sure its buggered!

My defender has shed its balance weights and is causing a nasty vibration. Anyone have a good used one close to Salisbury or possibly Newbury? Preferably with good uj's although I have one spare available to fit. Thanks James

Been fine for 6 months, when everything else has been checked or replaced if suspect.

I had a death wobble where both wheels would shake side to side to the point it felt like the axle was about to get ripped off. Turned out to be the steering damper was knackered.

Re-uj'd my rear propshaft and fitted a new rear diff. Why I chose to do it today freezing my arse off and covered in snow I have no idea!

Regarding defenders, lets face it apart from engines, and the latest gearbox, most parts are just seem to be evolutions of components dating back from earlier models, which although developed will always be compromised compared to it's modern counterpart. Also the landrover attitude to...

Those mr2 seats look nice and supportive. MGF ones look more comfy. How come the decision for MG ones?

Must try to get out for the next trip. Just need to sort leaky rear diff, and make sure my snorkel is waterproof!