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  1. Karl_18

    Fitting door seals

    Nope.. I'm guessing as with the previous one it was a mistake.. My bad!!
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    Cleaning engine/engine bay

    Ah yeah, that would be a good idea! I probably way tbf I was a little eager.. Will be taking a more sensible approach in future lol Cheers for the advice
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    At work...

    At work...
  4. Karl_18

    Fitting door seals

    hi all, any tips on fitting replacement door seals? Do you just put them on or do you some kind of adhesive/liquid sealant as well?
  5. Karl_18

    Cleaning engine/engine bay

    Hi all, just opened my bonnet for the first time since going on yarwell off road course at LRO show... Didn't realise how bad it was! Any advice on how to clean it would be appreciated! Jet wash? Cold water/hot water? Should the engine be running? Should the engine be cold? Cheers in advance!
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    Date set for LZ12.....2016

    Hi, joined a few years back but been busy with life and so only just re-activated account, interested in this gathering as want to try and get a bit more involved.. Will it be a case of having to go for the whole duration of could we pop up for the Sat/Sunday.. What's the atmosphere like...
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    Watching a 4x4 is born.. Again..

    Watching a 4x4 is born.. Again..
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    3.5 defender temp high/cooling fan too big.

    okey doke, not entirely sure what that is but will definitely look into getting one done if you think it will help, Cheers
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    3.5 defender temp high/cooling fan too big.

    Hi, Just bought my first V8, its a 1983 3.5, 110 modified to a 90 pickup. First thing i've noticed is temp gauge is constantly hovering around the red zone. Coolant is fine, however i did notice that the cooling fan wasn't moving, further investigation shows that its too big and sticking...
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    Fuel filler cap

    That may be the only option then... Will have to take a look at it...
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    Fuel filler cap

    I'm looking for a lockable fuel cap for my 84' defender. I saw one on eBay that said it was for 1983 - 1994ish which I assumed would be suitable. However having double checked on Paddocks it says that one is for 1984 vin no's AA259678 onwards and mine starts AA22.... Would I be right to...
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    Top mounted snorkel

    Looks like ill be having a look at a home made version... hopefully wont be too difficult..... or a bottom part to fit to a side mounted snorkel maybe?
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    Top mounted snorkel

    Looking to install a snorkel on my 84 defender 90, 200tdi air intake is on the top of wing and no matter where i look i cant seem to find a snorkel that mounts on top of the wing. Does anybody know of a supplier for this or will i have to change the wing/cut a hole in it. Any help much...
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    Converting manual to electric windows

    Nice one Ratty, Will definitely be more likely to give this a go! seems easy enough and will save me pennies to spend on other bits.. Cheers for the advice.
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    Converting manual to electric windows

    Hi, So am having to replace window regulator on front d/s door, decided would like to put some electric windows in instead. Any advice on whether id have to change the glass over, problems with doing this etc much appreciated. Or just let me know if its a straightforward job too...
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