Recent content by ptops

Thanks for replies everyone. Alpinelandy that looks nasty! Although could have caused some serious damage! I'll check with props off first. How would I check if a wheel is bent? I assume the balancing would need to be checked by a garage?

Thanks for reply Brown. Yes, that's the fuel pipe. Thanks for part number! I've had the vibration since getting the Landy 2 months ago. I will try driving without front and back props (not at the same time!) And see if I can narrow it down that way. I assume it could either be the front or rear...

Sorry, I should have said its a Defender 90 300tdi, 1996. Thanks!

Hi all, Newbie here, as you will probably tell from the questions! Firstly, I need to replace the fuel line which runs from the fuel filter, what's this called? Secondly, there is a bone shaking vibration which happens between 40-50mph, I can drive through it, but now seems to be getting...

Thanks Nick. I got under the landy yesterday and there is quiet a bit of rotational play in the front prop (roughly 20%). The back one hardly moved. Would this point to front uj's needing attention?

I'll fit right in then! Cheers!

Ok, thanks for the advice Vince. Hopefully they'll hold out for another 15miles. Cheers, Pete

Hi all, As the title says, I'm new to both this site and to Land Rovers. I've just bought myself a Defender 90 (300TDI, 1996). My cousins are all Land Rover nutters and they have helped me with some great advice before buying. I have to say, I already cherish my Defender and I've only had it a...