When doing tappet adjustments is it possible to rotate the engine via the crankshaft pulley without getting under the engine or removing anything? Is there anywhere else I can rotate it? Thanks

Ok thanks. Are you aware of reliability for the 10. I heard its a bit weedy and doesn't like idling for long periods, but I know little about it.

Would a rocker gasket and sump gasket from a 10j fit into a 12j motor, also how similar are these models.

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Would a model 12j engine rotate anti clockwise If I was facing it from the front of the car? Thanks

If I was to convert a 130 to 6x6 would it be possible to put 4 wheel steer on it? If that could be done on the front and back wheels I would be heavily tempted to try a conversion if I get a 130. That camper 130 on ebay looks nice but am dubious about interior space.

I currently have a 90, however in a few years time I would like a 130 if possible, ideally the camper or expedition models. How rare or common are 130s and what is a realistic price for them, also what engine models do they usually have? Lastly is the 130 the one that sometimes is 6x6? That many...

It appears to be in ok shape, I have some gaskets on hand, the only Land Rover Genuine part I will ever buy☺

Rear axle with drum brakes. The leak is nearly completely on the outside of the wheel, no effect at all on braking ability. Likely a gasket then and not a seal? Thanks Kwakerman

What model of differential will a 1990 def 90 have? Also hub is leaking, will simply replacing the hub gasket be likely to stop the leak or will I have to go to the hassle of dismantling the whole assembly to reach the seal? Thanks

Is 20w50 oil an appropriate oil grade for this engine model? I'm aware its on the limit of the spectrum for landy motors but for me its significantly cheaper than the other grades.

Thanks for fuel pump info, good to know that long a wait for glow plugs is normal. Would you say tinkering with the head gasket is unnecessary and my only issues are a leaky rocker cover and worn piston rings, leadi g to oil on the exhaust manifold?

What state is it in and is it suitable for a 90? Is it painted or galvanized? Thanks.

Its an oily smell and oil consumption is a bit high, will definitely replace rocker cover gasket, am still debating if the head gasket is worth replacing, just to see if the dreaded cold start improves as I already have a decoke kit. Is the cokd start mechanism solely glow plugs? I heard...

I've noticed recently that when driving for 15+ miles at a time I get a strong burning smell in the cab, it gets really bad if the heater goes on. The temperature gauge itself usually stays at the quarter mark and the engine isn't guzzling coolant. My rocker cover is definitely leaking but I...

What would be a realistic total price of buying a rear crossmember with extensions and having it welded on by a competent garage? Thanks

Can you recommend any good machinists around tbe Berkshire/Oxfordshire area? The rebore, new pistons, new cam and reground/polished crank are all I want done. Everything else I wish to undertake myself, I want to renew most components anyway to achieve a "like new" engine. After a complete...

I normally use 15w40 so the thinner oil argument is valid. The temp gauge is nearly always at 1/4 way and it only ever came to halfway after being stationary for 20mins on the m4. After I check the pressure and compression and find they are low I guess I will replace the oil pump as a temporary...

Thanks. With regards to the oil light it only comes on after around 20 mins driving, and even then it will only appear when stationary. Moving at any speed or or slightly revving the engine gets rid of it. I have noticed the coolant is quite dirty and will replace it, could a part of it be off...

My 2.5d has done between 150000 to 180000 miles and has been reasonably well maintained. How many more miles could I expect it to last? I want to completely rebuild it in 2-3 years time when I have the knowledge to do so, (am apprentice engineer), am doing around 12000 miles per year. Only...