just bought 2 series 1's

[HSE30]

Hello 1 and all, always wanted a piece of LR history so I have purchased/saved two series one's from the bush....... The first is a '58 shorty complete car and running/driveable:) and a '55 107 which has alot missing, but does have the original engine:eek:great chassis and no rust in the bulkhead.
So what do I need to look for in these old girls????
Regards Russell.

[JDNSW]

I suggest a couple of days reading the Series 1 section of this forum would be a good start!

If you then post some descriptions and preferably photos of them in that section, this will bring you a lot of helpful advice. Without this, it is very difficult to even know where to start on "So what do I need to look for?". You already know some of the key problems with your comment on the chassis and bulkhead.

John

[ellard]

Hi there Russell

Welcome to the forum - what is the chance of posting a few pictures of your toys.

All the best

Wayne

[HSE30]

Hi there Russell

Welcome to the forum - what is the chance of posting a few pictures of your toys.

All the best

Wayne

I pick them up on Sunday, so I'll clean them up a little then take some shots and post them:):)

[Sleepy]

Hi Russell,

Welcome and hope you enjoy fixing up your series 1's.

I had a 55, 107" - great truck. You have a good start with no rust in chassis and bulkhead. With patience and aulro advice you will have a great resource to bring it back to life....(oh yeah and a few weeks pocket money!;))

If you want some inspiration see newhue's lovely 107"

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/135223-my-new-107-lucky.html


Good luck with them and we'd love to see progress pictures and updates.:)

Paul

[The ho har's]

Welcome and a great purchase, looking forward to the pics:D

Newhue's 107 is immaculate and is registered;)

[Johnno1969]

Hey Russell,

Good stuff! Looking forward to seeing the pics.

Cheers,

John

[klonk]

Hi Russel,

Sounds like you are off to a good start, two on the first pickup! . You have the bug.

Cheers steve

[newhue]

Russel, some good advice mentioned here already. I think definitely start reading, I sure did.

Aulro Series I section you have found
Series One Club in the UK, you don't have to join, only register to get access.
Some good books available from the library or purchase are James Taylor's Original Land Rover, and Land Rover the Formative Years 1947 - 1967 by John Smith.

Don't let these guys fool you, I am only the custodian of my 107, my uncle put the hard work in, I just tinker.

Good luck and don't be scared to ask, when I find myself the 86 I'm after I be in your shoes. Overwhelmed, but also very exciting.

[HSE30]

Thanks for the advice and help so far:) ok first problem, the shorty has no clutch pedal???? I have worked out that it is not a hydraulic system but that's it.....Help please
Regards Russell.

[digger]

heres one to read for inspiration

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/64853-rebuilding-109-1958-ute.html

have fun!

[HSE30]

heres one to read for inspiration

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/64853-rebuilding-109-1958-ute.html

have fun!

My wife is already groaning........bloody landrovers. I call her the LR widow:p

[Tote]

Thanks for the advice and help so far:) ok first problem, the shorty has no clutch pedal???? I have worked out that it is not a hydraulic system but that's it.....Help please
Regards Russell.

The clutch is a mechanical setup that operates through the side of the bellhousing. As a starting point get yourself a parts manual, reprints are available and it will be a great aid. A workshop manual is also useful, these seem to be around in soft ( scanned copy)

Regards,
Tote

[digger]

My wife is already groaning........bloody landrovers. I call her the LR widow:p

that name is already taken!!

as is:-
"s.w.m.b.o"
"THE GENERAL"
"The minister for war and finance" (hi dear :) )
"The boss"

and many others!

Mind you as LR WIDOW and THE GENERAL are user names it may be best if you use another name to avoid confusion!!

another way of convincing your lovely wife is by mentioning that whilst you are out 'tinkering' with the fantastic mechano set we call LAND ROVER (that was cursed by LORD LUCAS!) she'll have more time to watch those no car chase, no explosion, zero gory torture scene type movies without you bothering her!! :)




oh ... and subtle reminder......

*****AHEM.....PHOTOS?? *****

[back_in]

Hi digger
thank you for digging up the old girl
you realise it is available for a price
and i will not take her indoors as a part trade in
cheers mate
Ian

[HSE30]

Ok hints taken, have posted S1's in show us your S1.
Regards Russell.