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Thanks v8250. I’ll make up a bracket. I had looked at Dixon but their lead times were too long. I was also told that the terrafirma rock sliders I ordered would be a good fit so that is why I went ahead with the purchase. I’ve since discovered that many people only mount rock sliders using 2...

I ordered some Terrafirma rock sliders for my 2013 110 van. I specifically asked the seller if they would fit my vehicle and I was told they would. I’ve unboxed them and it looks like I will only be able to attach them using 2 of the 3 brackets. Has anyone on here fitted rock sliders on their...

Thanks for all of your help. I’ll continue the hunt for damaged wires tomorrow.

Thanks for the advise. I’ll make an attempt to do the work myself. Are there any particular connectors for joining wire together and type/ gauge/ power rating of wire I should buy? Sorry for all of the questions, I’ve not done this type of repair before but I’m keen to learn. thanks

I'm happy to have a go at replacing the wires myself. The back door wires are easily accessible and I assume I would replace the whole section (is loom the word I'm looking for?). The melted wires at the dashboard are less accessible and I have no idea where they run or how far they are damaged...

Thanks for the replies. It looks like the damaged wires at the back are on the door side of things. Here’s a couple of pics: Wires at door Wires in back right corner loadspace of 110

As far as I'm aware, it's only got a black bonnet because someone stole the original one!

Thanks, here you go

Hi folks, I'm completely new to the Land Rover scene having just bought a 2013 Defender 110 last week. The brake lights weren't working so I had a look and saw there was no fuse. I put a fuse in and it blew. I then noticed the wiring next to the brake pedal switch was melted. I found the...

Hi folks, I've just joined the forum as I bought a Land Rover 110 last week. Looking forward to learning from you and sharing my experiences here. Cheers :-)