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I have the same issue. No clear culprit even after attempted diagnosis by experienced workshop. Oil in both boxes clean, but replaced anyway. Only whines when power is applied. Could it be the input gear on the transfer box?

Yup. For about 12 years now, 3rd Defender, lived in Cape Town, London and now in Mainz ((Germany)).

22" wheels do fit, depending on the offset. I have a set of Range Rover wheels (54mmoffset) with 305/45/22 tyres. I had to modify my rear wheelarch slightly to avoid the wheel rubbing when loaded, but other than that, no problems. I have a lowered suspension set-up from JE Engineering. No MOT...

I have just renewed my insurance with Adrian Flux. They use Aviva in the background, by the way. No getting away from the premium hike due to mods, though. I have a Td5 90 with all sorts of stuff on it, but it seems the moment you change anything, the price goes up. My worst quote was £6940...

Power upgrades work a treat, but check with your insurance before you commit. You may end up doubling your premium.

I run on 305/45/22 tyres with a 1:222 Transfer box. Speedo is 100% accurate as measured against my GPS speed. Engine spins at just under 2,500 RPM for a true 70Mph. Oh, and this is on lowered JE Engineering suspension. Had to modify the rear wheel arch trims a bit to allow sufficient wheel...

Guys, I'm sorry, but I do. They are 22" Overfinch wheels with 265/35/22 tyres.

Hi all, just joined the Forum. I'm a Landy fanatic with a stunning Td5 90, (my third Defender). It is an ongoing project, fairly extensively modified, which is also my daily ride. This is the first forum I have joined and hope to be able to share as much knowledge and experience as I have gained...