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  1. mick 1986

    Dashboard indicator Tell tail not working post LED conversion

    When I replaced my two side repeaters for LEDs I had nothing but problems. Sometimes indicating left or right would make all indicators flash. The tell tale done what it wanted. In the end I changed the side repeaters back to incandescent bulbs and it was all fine. Fast forward a few years...
  2. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    It depends on the paint. For metallic paint, it’s part of the paint, and you don’t get the same finish if you don’t use it.
  3. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    It depends on the paint you go for. My 2K paint didn’t need it, some do.
  4. mick 1986

    What body primer

    I used the paintman roller on etch primer. I thought it was very good, but also used the Upop acid 8 etch. I didn’t think that was very good and just peeled off some new alloy parts from YRM. I cleaned every panel with Acetone, so don’t think it was due to any contamination.
  5. mick 1986

    Defender 110 Which Shock Absorbers?

    Each to their own, but I think you missed the point I was trying to make. If the ride isn’t “good enough” in standard form, for road driving, then a defender is the wrong vehicle for what you are trying to do.
  6. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    Fair enough. You are the first person I have ever read that says, “fits perfect”.
  7. mick 1986

    Defender 110 Which Shock Absorbers?

    It’s a defender. The ride “quality” is, what it is. I drive mine down farm tracks, through fields, across rivers, and on the road every day to work. Mine does everything I ask of it, not sure what else could be asked of it?
  8. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    How did it fit? Did you have to modify it at all?
  9. mick 1986

    Defender 110 Which Shock Absorbers?

    I fitted Britpart springs and shocks/dampers when I rebuilt mine. It’s just gone through it’s 3rd MOT since the rebuild, and everything is still in decent condition. Yes the paint has started to flake, but no leaky shocks and springs still look and feel like they are doing the same job as when new.
  10. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    Was that from SP4x4?
  11. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    Britannica Restorations on YouTube shows how to do it. I’m sure he uses some form of pneumatic tool, but the principle is the same for using manual items.
  12. mick 1986

    Bare aluminium and galv painting advice

    Have you checked the doors fit first? SP4x4 are well known for issues, none good, and their customer service is shocking at best! As for painting. I personally would remove the door skin, twash the entire frame, then prime it with any primer you want to use. I would also prime the inside of the...
  13. mick 1986

    Plastic interior trim spray paint

    When I done my rebuild, I painted the light surrounds and grill gloss black. I used 2K paint, but primer was plastic primer from Halfords. It worked well. No problems with paint chipping or flaking off. Not sure it’s the right thing for the door trim. Are they plastic or vinyl?
  14. mick 1986

    td5 90 Towbar

    @dag019 I have pmd you.
  15. mick 1986

    It’s Not The Rear Drive Flanges and Half Shafts, Help!

    Yes I agree, it’s a WAY off £2K. I also agree that it’s not exactly a difficult job, and like you I done mine roadside. I didn’t have the engine crane (just 2 of us to lift it onto the output shaft), and swapped it between dayshift and nightshift, so know it can be done for less than £1300-1400...
  16. mick 1986

    Wanted 110 side sills

    The YRM ones are a one piece unit. They look much better than the original 2 piece bodge job Land Rover done. I agree they are quite expensive, but I don’t think they are free to make them. I’m not sure if I still have my original 2 piece ones from my 110 CSW. If I do, I will let you know. They...
  17. mick 1986

    Wanted 110 side sills

    Have you looked on YRM website?
  18. mick 1986

    New 90 owner body capping question

    Yes there are a few different types, and different between 90 and 110. If you look on YRM website, find the set that is correct for what you are buying, then compare them to what you have seen for sale. I bought new genuine LR parts, galved from YRM when I rebuilt mine. Cost a fortune, but knew...
  19. mick 1986

    It’s Not The Rear Drive Flanges and Half Shafts, Help!

    Even the basic one from Ashcrofts is still £600 + VAT and delivery.
  20. mick 1986

    It’s Not The Rear Drive Flanges and Half Shafts, Help!

    Im not sure where your getting your prices from, but when you add the new shafts, shipping, collection, and VAT, it’s well over £1200 for my Tbox to be replaced by them. That’s without fitting. I agree that £2K for the whole job is a bit steep, but only the £700 for removal and refitting.
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