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Just had my S111 through the MOT only problem was the exhaust which was rotten in a number of areas. The exhaust was fitted and all well. The garage said they had to fill around the manifold and top of the exhaust pipe to get a seal. (Gum Gum ) I bought the full kit from Bearmach. Now the gum...

We are planning to move to France in the next couple of months and want to take our 1976 s111 with us. Does anyone have experiance of doing this. Any advice greatly appreciated. Thanks Tony

Dear All May have a chance of a local bulkhead off a S3 110. Will it fit a S3 88" Many Thanks In Advance Tony

I am looking to take my bulkhead off early spring due rust around the vents. The repair patches will not cover the rust/holes. Other areas look fine. Can anyone recomend someone who could carry out the repairs once off. Looked at new ones which are galvanised but way to expensive. Thanks in...

Dear All A couple of problems which is driving me mad. I have started to get a lot more misfire at the moment I have reset the points but still goes on. In addition when I come to a stop the engine will cut out even when warm. When started again it will start and run on tickover all day long...

So which show to attend this weekend Newark or Billing. I have a S3 and would like to meet traders and view other S3,s. Please help in letting me know. Billing is closer and I am only able to go on Saturday. Thanks in advance Tony

I have just overhauled the carb and overall I am pleased with the result but think it can be better. I can now go up a local incline in 4th gear when 3rd was needed before. However a couple of issues the mixing screw does not make a differance whether all the way in or all the way out. If I...

I have seen the perfect disco 11 for me except it has only 5 seats. Can the extra 2 be retro fitted it is a 2002 (is this face lift) and it ticks all the boxes for me Low Milelage,Service History, Not off roaded,1 owner and a great colour. Your help greatly appreciated. Tony

I have seen a Disco 2 for sale locally its a 2002 TD5. Any advice what to look out for. Thanks In advance Tony

I have just had MOT and only failed on front wheel bearings so very pleased. I now have all the bits and re test booked for Wed pm so need to get in done tonight. My question is regarding the oil seal which way should it face with the lip inwards to the centre of the axle.vechile or outwards...

Does anyone know the correct connectors to buy for the Inspection Lamp Socket. In addition to running a light would it be ok for general use like a cigerette lighter power source. Mobile phone etc. Thanks in advance Tony

With much help from here I have carried out many jobs in the last few weeks. So many thanks to all. However I have one more question honest ??? I am now putting the FWH back on and happy to say all engages and works fine. Now the problem do I put the plastic snake in before I assemble or do I...

With the help of this forum I should have my Series 111 Mot,d and on the road in the next couple of weeks. I would like to do a bit of gentle greenlaning not to far from home I live near Abercrave. Can anyone recomend a route that,s suitable for a Novice and I won,t upset anyone or get locked...

Dear All I am in the process of overhauling the brakes on my S111. I intend to change the brake cylinders noticed on the box it shows each cylinder is for a specific wheel. ie back right / front left etc. Now how do i determine which is right or left. Standing at the front looking at the...

Went to overhaul the brakes today and found on the front passenger side black oil on the shoes and bownish oil on the centre as per picture. Any advice on what is going on would be appeciated.

Dear All I have fitted a new regulator (behind speedo) but the Temp & Fuel gauge still do not work. How can I test the regulator or test for other faults. Thanks in advance. Bonzo

I have gone topless. The top and sides + rear door are available if anyone wants to pick up. The roof has 2 holes in the for a light bar I sealed them with nut & washers and ok. I have the fixings etc.

I have had my Series 111 for a few months now and have carried out a number of jobs and it rus very well. I am now going to start on the dash clocks. I have the following problems and my qustion is it a single problem or individual problems. But first the things which are working. All warning...

I took the front wheels off today and checked the break lines. On one side I have a leak which is light brown in clour. Can you help me in identifying the seal etc to be changed. Many Thanks Tony

Dear All Will a new Defender Wheels + Tyres fit a 76 Series 111. Much appeciated decent tyres are all I need to do some Green Laning. Many Thanks Tony