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    Starting 110 in reverse gear - just to move a few feet

    So... after 10 years of neglect, my 300tdi 110 has got 10 years of problems for me to fix (still investigating starting issue - from other thread). However, in the short term, I need to move it backwards a few feet (for access to other machines). But one of the rear wheels is jammed solid (I've...
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    300Tdi revs to the max when starting - and won't settle down

    Trying to recommision my neglected Defender after a good many years sitting idle (the Defender... not me... well, not much). It now starts... but it seems to want to rev to the max (and I'm not awfully keen on that - as I suspect the old timing belt may object). Had a quick look under the...
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    Bonnet release pull is stuck solid

    My poor neglected 110 (1994 vintage... and hasn't been used for many years) doesn't seem to want me to open its bonnet. The bonnet release pull in the cab won't move... seems to be stuck solid (rust??). I've tried spraying WD40 on the metal stem that I assume attaches to the cable... but still...
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    Starting a diesel LR for the first time in over 10 years!

    I've got an old LR 110 300TDI that hasn't been used or even started for over 10 years. Any advice on precautions or stuff I should do to it before trying to fire it up? New battery will be installed. I assume diesel fuel doesn't 'go off' like unleaded petrol does. (???) Is it likely that the...
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    Jack and axle stand recommendations?

    I'm gearing up to do some regular maintenance on my 300tdi, 110 Defender and I need to find a source of a decent jack and axle stands. Any recommendations on size, type, weight capacity, max height etc for a jack and stands? Thanks
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    300TDI - oil changes missed

    Hi, I've got a Defender 110 300tdi that has missed its regular oil change with regard to elapsed time. Generally, I'd aim to change oil at least once a year, regardless of mileage. This vehicle has hardly been used in recent years and has probably only done 1,000 since its last oil and filter...
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    Newbie says Hi

    Hi, just joined the forum tonight... because I'm eager to learn more about Land Rovers and how to get the best out of my old Defender 110. Look forward to conversing with you guys.