Hi all, I have a 69 shorty (2.25l, 4 cyl, petrol). Since the day I bought it my starter motor sometimes would "slip" -- when I turn the ignition, i would just get a grrrrrrrrrrrrrr. When I turn it again it would be ok and start just fine. This happened maybe every 20 starts. Recently, the...

Hi all, This may seem like a stupid question, but hear me out please..... I have had a 69 Series 2A Landy for a few months now and still cannot "down shift" from 3rd to 2nd without scratching the gearbox. I dont have synchros between 1 and 2 and therefor need to "double clutch"...

Hi all, As stated previously, I recently bought my FIRST LANDIE. On top of that, I am a bit "technically/mechanically challenged" so excuse my ignorance - or lack of the correct jargon.... How do I check and change my "transfer box" :confused: oil levels? I got underneath the other day and...

Hi all, First Landie, first post!! I recently bought a 1969 Series 2 SWB 2.25 PETROL. All looks in good condition, but recently (2 weeks after the purchase) I noticed that everytime I start it - whether hot or cold - a great WHITE puff of smoke comes out of the exhaust. Any ideas what this...