Recent content by Phil Maddox

So here's what i have . Looks like a standard LR S3 arrangement but i have no reference to gauge by. Splined shaft is 25.2 ( me thinks 1 inch then) To fit under " the ears" a puller would need an opening of 42mm. Judging by the state of the lock washer its been off before but to me, it doesn't...

Thanks I will. Im in Staffordshire and happy to travel to surrounding county's . I'll also take some more measurements and post here.

No not yet. Im still in the process of dismantling the whole vehicle so when the weathers good Im outside working on removing everything from the old chassis. I did order a "19 mm drop arm puller" but it had an even wider opening ( 57.5mm) so i returned it. So I'm not sure which puller to...

Great idea. Thanks

I think i can still return it. Ive asked the seller if he has a smaller version. Ill report back my findings when he has responded. Failing which the bolt idea might be worth a try. Thanks

I think the 24mm refers to the reach ( bottom of bolt to top of jaw(s))

The splined shaft is +/- 25mm dia ( so i guess 1 inch )

Nah its not the gap .That 56+mm

Hi all. Purchased a drop arm puller for my 1980 series 3, but its too big . Its the "24mm" one which i thought would fit. Not sure what the 24mm refers to? After searching further i see there are "19mm" versions available. Is that what i need ? All help / input appreciatted Cheers Phil

Hi all Happy New Year 1980 S3 SWB and swapping the chassis and gathering parts as i go. All 4 original 9 leaf springs have some terrible rust jacking and need replacing. I've come across a kit of parabolic springs that looks affordable and from what i've read and seen on YT they are a decent...

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Hi all. Is it possible to remove / replace the vent handles ( the ones that have "VENT" on them) ? Just starting to disassemble the interior and cant seem to see how they attach. Thanks in advance