1. surlyjohnnyb

    Defender TD5 110, 1st gear has disappeared!

    Hi all. I have a problem with the above Land Rover, it's an 03 model. I can longer select first gear. The gear stick goes into position easily, whether the clutch is in or out or the engine is running or not. All the other gears select fine. There are no unusual noises coming from the gearbox...
  2. surlyjohnnyb

    1980 S3, Lucas 45D dizzy, points keep melting

    I've just fitted the second set of new points and condenser to my Lucas 45D distributor. The first new set lasted about two miles before the plastic heel that contacts the cam, melted where it joins the metal arm of the actual points. I fitted a second set today, ran the engine for maybe a...
  3. surlyjohnnyb

    I need a Series 3 gearbox, in the London area.

    Does anyone have a working Series 3 box in or around London? For a 1980 109 2.25l petrol, if that makes any difference.
  4. surlyjohnnyb

    A loud screeching and rattling is coming from my drivetrain. Series 3 1980.

    A loud screeching and rattling is coming from my drivetrain. Series 3 1980. Here's a puzzler, there's an intermittent, very loud screeching and rattling, accompanied by a low rumbling sound, coming from my drive...
  5. surlyjohnnyb

    Where do I fit Side steps and a rear step to my 1980 S3?

    Does anyone have any advice or pictures of how these fit onto the chassis? I've been fumbling around under there for 20 minutes but can't work it out... It's an S3 109.