1. J

    manifold problem still going red

    I used to run a Cooper 'S' (proper Mini, not BMW !), 1340cc with lcb exhaust, '731' (Rally) cam, Weber 45 dcoe carb - the manifold used to glow on that as well, fortunately the heat-shields were very efficient!
  2. J

    Creaking Targa Panels, Hardback

    I've got glass ones, and they still "creak" in this weather - it's the latches
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    Black MK61 *** on M60

    Same goes for pratts who tow at 70+ in lane 3 - had one on the M42 Friday, about 12.30 ish. Absolute cock - and it was not just for a moment or two, either. Approx 5 miles. Where are the law when you want 'em ??
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    Driver's door lock

    Good evening, all - daft question time !! I have a problem with the driver's door lock barrel on my '51 TD4 - LandRover quote £162 for a replacement !! As an alternative to spending that much cash, could I just get a barrel lock and key from, say, a breaker, and fit that ? I know that it...
  5. J

    tdr4 loud clatter from top of engine

    Have you re-connected the vacuum pipe to the EGR valve correctly ? If not, it could be the EGR solenoid
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    Caravaning and a Freelander

    Missus and I are keen caravanners, towing a Sprite Challenger 500 (single axle, fixed bed model) with our 2001 TD4 . Absolutely brilliant combination (for us), tows like a dream. It is actually nicer (more comfortable) towing the Sprite than it used to be towing our old 'van, which was a little...
  7. J

    Freelander Front Tyre Wear

    He states that in the first post !!:D
  8. J

    Removeable top on 3 Door

    Autoglym bumper care for me - does a good job on the engine cover as well !!:D
  9. J

    Driving lights

    Ooops, sorry !! That's today's senior moment done and out of the way, then !!
  10. J

    Driving lights

    Quote: 29th-July-2012 09:28 teddywood1 Re: Driving lights first of all the driving lights must be fitted so they go out when head lights are put on also blue lights on a none emergency vehicle are illegal you have been warn you face £60 fine and 3 points on you licence hope...