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by landykeith
Mon Sep 07, 2020 9:52 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Exhaust - Gear Box Crossmember
Replies: 4
Views: 3114

Exhaust - Gear Box Crossmember

Can anyone tell me whether the exhaust should run above or below the gearbox crossmember? Vehicle is Series 3 Stage 1 V8 109 station wagon. Many thanks Keith
by landykeith
Wed Jun 07, 2017 2:37 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: PROBLEMS STARTING AFTER REBUILD
Replies: 2
Views: 3858

PROBLEMS STARTING AFTER REBUILD

I am nearing completion of a long rebuild and cannot get the V8 to start! It cranks fine - new starter motor Carbs have been refurbished New plugs, distributor cap and leads New amplifier module. I removed the plugs to check sparking - ok, but only number 1 plug is wet! No fuel getting to other 7 cy...
by landykeith
Mon Jun 27, 2016 6:32 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Boost alloys
Replies: 1
Views: 2594

Boost alloys

I have been given a set of defender boost alloys. Has anyone tried to fit to standard stage 1 v8 hubs;. If so any advice?
by landykeith
Fri Mar 13, 2015 5:30 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Ignition Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 3633

Re: Ignition Switch

Hi Harry, There must be some form of adapter between the 'D' rod and the switch; presumably similar to the one used on a Disco 1, it has a metal adapter about 15mm long? (which doesn't fit my Landy rod, which is too small)? I would have expected to find any adapter with the rod... however no such lu...
by landykeith
Sun Mar 08, 2015 4:59 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Ignition Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 3633

Re: Ignition Switch

Many thanks Harrypotter, once I had a better idea what I was looking for I found the spindle in a 'safe place' with all the other stuff I've been looking for!:D

no more using a screw driver to turn the ignition.

Best Regards

Keith
by landykeith
Fri Mar 06, 2015 4:26 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Ignition Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 3633

Ignition Switch

This may sound like a stupid question, but what goes between the key barrel and the switch in order to activate the ignition? During the strip the wiring loom was taken out complete with the switch. The part that fits to the steering column (inc the steering lock)was separated from the column and lo...
by landykeith
Sat Jan 24, 2015 2:15 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: DISTRIBUTOR ALIGNMENT
Replies: 1
Views: 2254

DISTRIBUTOR ALIGNMENT

I have recently rebuilt the engine and upon replacing the distributor the angle of the rotor arms is out by 90 degrees from where it should be at TDC. The engine will only run (very roughly) when the distributor leads are moved by 2 places in the cap to align with the position of the rotor arm at TD...
by landykeith
Fri May 16, 2014 7:49 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: engine problems
Replies: 2
Views: 2491

Re: engine problems

Thanks for that, but had wd40 down for a couple of weeks and tried breaker bar today, no movement....yet!
by landykeith
Fri May 16, 2014 12:05 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: engine problems
Replies: 2
Views: 2491

engine problems

Just finishing replacement new bulkhead, and engine won't turn. :( I have done the usual checks to starter and solenoid - fine; a d removed plugs and loosened alternator belt. The starter tries to turn but only a few degrees movement on crank. Can't turn with starting handle, but strangest is that e...
by landykeith
Wed Sep 19, 2012 6:43 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)
Replies: 4
Views: 4890

Re: FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)

Tried again... heres the result! :roll:
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by landykeith
Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:57 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)
Replies: 4
Views: 4890

Re: FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)

Photos now taken, can not seem to attach to original
Post? Therefore available by email on request.
by landykeith
Tue Aug 07, 2012 3:35 pm
Forum: Sales and Wants
Topic: FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)
Replies: 4
Views: 4890

FOR SALE - 1981 109 Stage 1 V8 Safari (Project)

A project for someone! I have a Genuine 1981 Landrover Series 3 Stage 1 V8 (109 Safari Station Wagon) For Sale!! Owned this vehicle for 20 years, bought with 34000 miles on the clock now sat with 42K. SORN in 2001 till present, and garaged majority of this time. Brief Details: - New Bulkhead - Galv ...