Thanks for replies. Vehicle does live outside. I do have a 240v 10 amp charger of a suitable type for the battery. My choices are to: 1. Use the solar panel as above. 2. Remove the battery from the vehicle and charge indoors. 3. Leave the battery connected to the vehicle and use a short...

Hi All, I am unable to drive for a few months. Vehicle is a 2008 Puma Defender with original battery which is in good condition. I understand the battery will drain if not used. I have a 20 watt solar panel with charge controller and wonder if I can connect this directly to the battery while...

Thanks, I realise I did not include the most important information in my original post. I have decided I will buy a 12v outboard. Lynall is probably correct, it would be unreasonable to expect my vehicle alternator to replenish my outboard motor battery in a short journey. The outboard power...

My vehicle is a 110 hard top Defender 2008 if this is of any relevance. I am ordering an Electric Outboard motor, either 12 or 24 volt (not ordered yet) so will need to purchase 1 or 2 12v batteries and will need to charge them on an almost daily basis through the summer. The battery/ies will...

I have purchased some spray paint on ebay and have ordered the code on the metal plate under the bonnet. 821 which I understand to be Galway Green. I ordered 821 and that is what it says on the tin. Having primed I started on the colour (821). It soon became obvious the colour is wrong. Either...

Trailer lights have gone crazy. Lighting board OK. Socket on rear of vehicle full of water, rust and all sorts of unmentionables. I have managed to get the socket off and rescued most of the wiring. Lost about an inch. Options are to buy a new socket on ebay for about £5 or I am...

Thanks, Phoned a main dealer who advised me they always fit a new pump as well as a gasket in these circumstances. Gasket £5 New pump £250 But they had neither in stock. Then phoned Joe Bloggs Land Rover independent one man band down the road who advises the problem is ALWAYS the gasket...

Thanks Taw, I googled the problem after posting on here the other day and discovered it was probably the vaccum pump. Although I think the pump is on its way out as I have developed a new noise under the bonnet. What does this pump do? What might be the consequences of not attending...

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In the last few days I have noticed oil on my drive. It is coming from the front nearside of the engine. Its location is directly below the engine oil filler as if I have been topping up with oil and spilt a bit, although this is not the case. The oil is sprayed around the nearside of the...

Not purchased my new roof bars yet. Flat Dog seem closest to what I am looking for. Just need some nuts/bolts replacing with stainless. No particular rush as my original bars are still just about useable. Someone suggested I get my welder out and make some bars. I do not have a welder and...

Thanks. Sounds like the ones that are tricky to get at are captive then. Good news. Mike

I am considering replacing the bolts on the rear cross member and wondered if the nuts are captive. Can I just unscrew the old ones and screw the new ones back in. If nuts are not captive they look tricky to reach!. Vehicle is 2008 Defender 110 Hard Top. Thanks Mike

I think that is the correct description. They have already been replaced under warranty but are rusty again. They always used to be chrome plated and never any bother. Anyone know where I can buy chrome ones? Thanks Mike

The rear step on my Defender has about rusted away and is starting to bend. I would like to buy a better quality step (galvanised). Any ideas? Thanks Mike

Thanks for replies, To reply to points above..... It is the fastenings I am moaning about on the ULTI BARS I originally posted about not the end plates. I may be able to replace the fastenings with stainless but unable to determine from pictures if any of the fastenings are purpose made...

Hi I am looking for some roof bars for my 110. I have the genuine Land Rover bars which came with the vehicle but they are rusty & shot. I am looking for some better quality, alloy or stainless steel. I found some Van Guard ULTI BAR aluminium bars on ebay for about £50 each but when I enquired...

Just to tidy up this thread. Problem was due to damaged universal joint (rear). About £50 and vehicle drives fine now. Mike

I have a defender 110 Puma 2008, 40,000 miles. The gear change has become clunky. Irrespective of how careful I am with the clutch. The clunk seems to be coming from the rear. Noise also occurs when I depress/ release the accelerator at slow speed. Could something need adjustment? Thanks...

Thanks all, All noted. The main issue I was interested in was the legality. I now understand I will be legal subject to checking my driving licence and ensuring the trailer is no more than 3.5 tons and that this will be legal with over run brakes. The other issues are of course me being...