Another series 1

[Defender Mike]

I have just acquired another series 1. this one is a 1958 model ( same as me) 109 inch ute. It came from a member of this site who has quite a collection including one with Royal connections. I needed a drivable Series 1 for some events comming up soon in WA and the 88 wont be ready in time.Plus the 109 can carry plenty of fuel ,fridge, beer, wine ,food , beer and camping gear necessary for those long desert trips . Only problem is its on the other side of Australia so after much debate and number crunching we have decided to put it on a car carrier cost $1600. It would have been a great adventure to drive back but with historic rego and the possibility of a breakdown back of woop woop we decided against it. It has been restored mechanicaly but the paint has been left in natural patina. I like the look and wont be changing it. I will probably have to add some indicators and maybe an alternator to charge up the fridge battery but thats about it. All we need now is a name im thinking maybe........ Keith!!!:)

[107gus]

Great looking rover. Excited to see some more pics and how you get her fitted out.

[123rover50]

Hi Mike. Its already got a name and indicator lights.:)

I call it Borumbah as this is stencilled on the mudguard but a bit hard to see now. You can change it if you like though some say its bad luck:(

There is an extra bulb in the tail light for the flasher and a double filament in the Lucas 488,s up front that does the same job.
I fitted a plug for the number plate wire so that if the tail gate needs to be removed the wire can be disconnected easily.
It always bugged me that mud always got plastered over the clutch and brake levers on these so I made a inner guard with flap that stops this. Keeps it much cleaner.

[Defender Mike]

Hi Keith,

Ok Borumba it is . Thats a great idea with the indicators and the tailgate. I will do some research on Borumba Station and see if we can come up with a pic of the 109 when she was newer.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Found a photo of "Old Borumba Station" in the Imbil National Park. see link

The old Borumba Homestead, Imbil National Park, Queensland :: Murgon, Queensland, Australia Photos :: AllTravels :: Anywhere You Want To Go ::. (http://www.alltravels.com/australia/queensland/murgon/photos/current-photo-81578448)


Another link and more info

Panoramio - Photo of The old Borumba Homestead, Imbil National Park, Queensland (http://www.panoramio.com/photo/84059363'tag=Borumba)

The station was owned by the Webb Brothers who where Country singers and they penned a song about the Station.

I believe this to be the setting of The Call of the Bellbirds, a country music song, written and sung by the Webb Brothers, Fabian, Marius and Berard.
The Webb Family lived here for a period, beside Borumba Creek. This "wild little valley, 'bout a hundred miles from town" is adjacent to the the pine forests of Imbil State Forest, and nestles at the western foot of Mt Borumba. Here blue gums grow along the creek flats and bellbird colonies ring their tinkling calls.
THE CALL of the BELLBIRD
I've been a wayward wanderer, but found I like to rest
In my home up in the mountains, the place I love the best.
I wandered to the city in quest of better times
But now I am returning to my home up in the pines.
*CHORUS
So ring your bell, bellbird, you're a-calling me back home
To my home up in the mountains no more I will roam
For there will be contentment, and my heart will be at ease
Where the bellbird's call at evening floats on the mountain breeze.
* It seems I hear the bellbird in the valley far below
It brings back old-time memories of the days so long ago
So I'm finished with my wandering - I'm goin' to settle down
In this wild little valley 'bout a hundred miles from town
* I'm leaving in the morning - I'll soon be back again
To my life up in the mountains where my heart will know no pain
And then again at evening I'll sit outside the door
Just to listen to the bellbirds and hear their call once more
*
* Ring ting-a-ling-a ring ting-a-ling-a bellbird
Ring ting-a-ling-a call me back home
Ring ting-a-ling-a ring ting-a-ling-a bellbird
Ring ting-a-ling-a call me back home
Ring ting-a-ling-a call me back home
Since the construction of Borumba Dam downstream on the Yabba, this valley has been cut off from easy access to the world, except for a mountain road through Imbil State Forest. The Webb Brothers have since lived on the original family property "Thornside", about 40kms north of here.
Today, most of this property is now national park estate.

[123rover50]

Thats a good search. The name on the guard has an H on the end so I have always looked for Borumbah without success.
I know the Webb brothers, they come to Kilkivan quite often especially during the Great Kilkivan Horse Ride. I will ask them if they know anything about it.

[Cobber]

That looks like a good bus :BigThumb:

[JayBoRover]

Hi Mike. Its already got a name ... You can change it if you like though some say its bad luck:(
I believe it's bad luck for boats, but boats are inherently water proof (they keep the water out) which is completely opposite to Land Rovers, so maybe it's good luck to change the name of a Land Rover???:p


I have just acquired another series 1.
Good one Mike:cool:! You're really becoming an addict;).

[Defender Mike]

Yes and whats worse I met a whole bunch of other victims at thre classic car show last week up at Whiteman Park. These WA guys are not just show and shine they use their Landys to there full potential. They have several big trips comming up including the CSR next year again. This is why I decided to get the 109 it can carry lots of fuel and gear for this sort of trip. Having a drivable S1 will be very useful in my 88 restoration as i was not that good at cataloging where all the bits came from when pulling it down. I will be able to have a peek at the 109 and work out where everything goes. Being a ute it will also come in handy around the house shifting stuff and dump trips. I sent you a PM as well John.

Mike:)

[Cliffy]

Haha ! You got it bad!
Your not a real enthusiast unless you ship a car interstate!

[Defender Mike]

Yes rumor has it that we West Australians are slowly but surley aquireing all the good ones over here. :) Have you got anything up and running yet Cliffy?

[Cliffy]

Nah, see my thread.
Just started the strip down phase.
Need the space on my hard stand.
Might have to step up the Gunbuggy work for a show.
Argghh..! Too much to to and so little time!

[klonk]

Thats a honest looking ute. I trust keith would have made it as reliable as it looks as well. Enjoy

Steve

[Defender Mike]

Thats a honest looking ute. I trust keith would have made it as reliable as it looks as well. Enjoy

Steve

Are you going to have Klonk ready for the trip up the CSR next year . Should be a hoot. There are quite a few very serious series 1 owners in Perth. They are down your way at Lucky bay from tomorrow for a week or so.:)
Yes Borumbah looks the goods Keith uses it as a run around. I may need to check a few things out before the trip but its running well at present and i dont forsee any major issues.
Mike

[Landy Smurf]

Ah you beat me too that one. Oh well I will just have to come get one from WA

[Defender Mike]

I spoke with Fabian Webb tonight who is getting on a bit ,he does remember a Grey Landrover Ute but he didnt think it had any sign writing. He also remembers a grey Jeep ute??
After the Webb's had to give up Borumbah ( yes thats how they spelt it) another family took over for a while until the Govt bought it back. That was Andy Sullivan the Grandad of The Current Sullivans the stock and real estate agents in Gympie. Fabian Webb seems to think that Andy Sullivan may have owned the 109 and he had to drive it quite a distance through the logging tracks to get to Borumbah after the dam cut off the access. I will email the Sullivans and see if they know anything. Any way I will still make up a CD of the Webb boys to play while we are out on the Canning Stock route LOL.
Mike

[klonk]

Hi Mike
Hope the crew at lucky bay have long tent pegs! might be abit rough for the next couple of days.
Sorry I dont know what and where the CSR is, but am keen to get some use out of all the work Im doing. Body work now. I have no time frame to finish as everything I touch needs repair or replacing.
Im looking at comming up for the 65th rally with another bloke that has a 49 and a 55 S1, will be good to catch up with a few people.

Cheers Steve

[andy_d110]

Steve,

CSR = Canning Stock Route

It is also a brand of sugar that your wife may put in your cups of tea to help fuel Klonk's resurrection.

Will see you at the 65th run. :D

Andy

[Defender Mike]

Hi Mike
Hope the crew at lucky bay have long tent pegs! might be abit rough for the next couple of days.
Sorry I dont know what and where the CSR is, but am keen to get some use out of all the work Im doing. Body work now. I have no time frame to finish as everything I touch needs repair or replacing.
Im looking at comming up for the 65th rally with another bloke that has a 49 and a 55 S1, will be good to catch up with a few people.

Cheers Steve
Yes they will need truck axels like the Circus tents use. Blowing a gale here just puled the outdoor setiing from the pool. Maybe i should have left it there for a while. There will be a a contingent of series 1 's doing the Canning Stock route for the 65 th aniversary. At least 2 ....48 's will be going and several others including my new 109. Have a google of the CSR and see if you would enjoy that type of terrain.
Mike

[Yorkshire_Jon]

Yes they will need truck axels like the Circus tents use. Blowing a gale here just puled the outdoor setiing from the pool. Maybe i should have left it there for a while. There will be a a contingent of series 1 's doing the Canning Stock route for the 65 th aniversary. At least 2 ....48 's will be going and several others including my new 109. Have a google of the CSR and see if you would enjoy that type of terrain.
Mike

I went up the CSR in the 110 in 2011... Id love to be able to do it in a 80"... though I think Id deserve a medal if I drove all the way the and back, coming from Sydney that is!

Those dunes and corrugations will definitely test the metal of the car and the driver!!!

[123rover50]

I spoke with Fabian Webb tonight who is getting on a bit ,he does remember a Grey Landrover Ute but he didnt think it had any sign writing. He also remembers a grey Jeep ute??
After the Webb's had to give up Borumbah ( yes thats how they spelt it) another family took over for a while until the Govt bought it back. That was Andy Sullivan the Grandad of The Current Sullivans the stock and real estate agents in Gympie. Fabian Webb seems to think that Andy Sullivan may have owned the 109 and he had to drive it quite a distance through the logging tracks to get to Borumbah after the dam cut off the access. I will email the Sullivans and see if they know anything. Any way I will still make up a CD of the Webb boys to play while we are out on the Canning Stock route LOL.
Mike

Good work on the research. So Borumbah does have the H
You are making me wish I had kept it:(
Took it in to get the mail today, its running really well but remember what I said on the phone, the engine and transmission are untouched as I figured if it aint broke dont fix it. However before doing a big trip like the CSR I would go over the gearbox anyway.
Keith

[klonk]

Yes they will need truck axels like the Circus tents use. Blowing a gale here just puled the outdoor setiing from the pool. Maybe i should have left it there for a while. There will be a a contingent of series 1 's doing the Canning Stock route for the 65 th aniversary. At least 2 ....48 's will be going and several others including my new 109. Have a google of the CSR and see if you would enjoy that type of terrain.
Mike


Thanks guys, Now Ive got ya, yes do know of it and looks like good 80'' country (u tube thanks). Dont know if I could stand the 80kph @4000rpm much past Mount barker though.

Steve

[Defender Mike]

Thanks guys, Now Ive got ya, yes do know of it and looks like good 80'' country (u tube thanks). Dont know if I could stand the 80kph @4000rpm much past Mount barker though.

Steve
There will be a convoy all the same with regular breaks. Wear ear plugs or turn up the stereo headphones LOL

[123rover50]

Borumbah being 58 has those rare fully floating axles. If you are going to work it hard it may pay to install series 2 full floaters with the spacer as per pic of Jumbuck.
Leave the originals for show because if you break one they will be hard to replace. Especially out in the middle of Woop Woop.

[wrinklearthur]

Borumbah being 58 has those rare fully floating axles. If you are going to work it hard it may pay to install series 2 full floaters with the spacer as per pic of Jumbuck.
Leave the originals for show because if you break one they will be hard to replace. Especially out in the middle of Woop Woop.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/60602d1368775136-another-series-1-img_0327.jpg

I do have a pair of series one axles in 88" 'Monty', I am thinking of changing to series two backend and maybe a Salisbury at that! :o

Barter time, what do I need??

Both 'Monty' and the 80" ( yet unnamed but could be called 'Les' in memory of a deceased friend ), have had the injustice of being hacked to install Holden engines and especially the 1952 80", could do with a period 2 litre Land Rover back in it, but I do have a Series 3 2.25 Diesel that would make the 80" a great little bush machine.
Then the hacked radiator support and chassis could stay the same, as they are already modified to move the radiator forward for the previous engine.

Oh! I digress.
I can check to see that they are the correct length and the splines aren't starting to twist, then will AlexH get them for his 1957 109" ? :D:D
.

[Defender Mike]

I just got back from a trip to Exmouth in the Defer. Yes it has full floating axels apparently. I will ask around over here if anyone has a spare set of series 2 axels to use. I did see some on a station up north a few months back. There were several series 2 's laying around with many parts still available. Must unpack and get all the fish in the freezer.
Mike :)

[Defender Mike]

Ticket booked and paid $100 plus points airfare to Brisvegas from Perth. heading up to Gympie on the Tilt train ( I think) next Monday which I just found out is a public holiday. Depending on upcoming work commitments I can either take my time and drive the 109 back to Perth take a week at 60 kph. Or if things get busy put it on a car carrier. Would be quite fun to drive back so that's the preferred option. I was thinking of putting a 200 litre drum in the back for long range tank I have a jiggle syphon . Spares required plugs ,points , condenser, radiator hoses, oil filter ,engine oil , gearbox diff oil. The usual route I take is the most direct cut off Dubbo and follow the Darling river through Bourke ,Tilpa and on to Broken Hill the Port Augusta and over the Nullarbor. Any tips on possible problems to look for or where to get assistance if necessary along the route appreciated.
Mike:)

[123rover50]

Driving Borumbah into Gympie for the roadworthy in the morning.

I better mention its got these period freewheel hubs by MAP. Mayflower Automotive Products. I dont know how good they are but if I was going into the unknown I would be swapping them out for flanges.
Its got a screw jack with handle, crankhandle and a wheel spanner.
All other tools you will need to bring too.

K

[Defender Mike]

Hi keith,

Do those hubs share the oil from the diff or are they grease packed? :)

[Defender Mike]

Hi Keith,
I have done a bit of research on the hubs do they have MAP written on them anywhere. See the link below they look more like Thor automatic hubs very rare.

Free Wheel Hubs (http://pangolin4x4.com/pangolin4x4/reference/lib/fwh/fwh.html)

Mike:)

[wrinklearthur]

---- Thor automatic hubs very rare.

And very dangerous, I cannot remember the hubs' brand now, but I had some automatic hubs fitted to my first Land Rover.

They disengaged under engine braking, not what is needed on slippery grass heading down a steep hill.

[123rover50]

That didnt take long:)
Back home again, it breezed through the RWC, all good:D
Yes the hubs are branded MAP, quite rare too.
These are manual with a screwdriver slot on the side.
I believe MAP have a hub that looks the same outside but is an automatic.

Took the GPS in to check the speedo again.
A good cruising speed is 80k on the GPS and it shows 58MPH on the speedo:eek:

Keith

[123rover50]

Perhaps these are auto with the screw to lock it on the over run. I cant remember now. Mike can have fun sorting them out.
They are oil lubed from the swivel.

[Defender Mike]

Cant find out much more except some Canadians say they are the best hubs. Looks like MAP sold Thor hubs rebadged or visa versa. If the end float is good and it passed the roadworthy ok should be no wobbles .
I'm putting together my tool kit and bits and pieces. Off to the quack to get a chunck of my nose removed after lunch. Anyone who knows a bit more about these hubs or has a diagram etc please let me know.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Ready to roll my plane ,train and Series 1 Adventure is about to begin. :)

[B.S.F.]

Good luck ! .W.

[wrinklearthur]

Have a great time on your trip.
.

[klonk]

Rember the WA quarantine stop on the way home. They raid your esky, I think it's the only way they get food out there.

Good luck

[107gus]

Take pics.

Have fun!

[123rover50]

Picked him up yesterday PM. Transferred the papers.
Few Grogs and a late night yarning.
Now he is on his way to Brisbane this morning.
It was great to meet you and hope all goes well.
Have a safe trip and we will meet again.:)

[wrinklearthur]

Picked him up yesterday PM. Transferred the papers.
Few Grogs and a late night yarning.
Now he is on his way to Brisbane this morning.
It was great to meet you and hope all goes well.
Have a safe trip and we will meet again.:)

“Too often travel, instead of broadening the mind, merely lengthens the conversation.” – Elizabeth Drew :p

Have a great time and don't forget the ear plugs.
.

[Avion8]

Good luck Mike. You should be back in time for the 65th run on the 23rd. Nice looking Pick up by the way. Lunch in Canning Vale Monday, Brisbane Thursday, Perth Sunday?

Nigel

[Defender Mike]

I made it to Brisbane ok steady steady at 80 kph. Had a rest at Gympie and Wild horse mountain. Ran very well no problems at all. Used a little bit of engine oil but no gearbox . Never looked like getting hot.

[Landy Smurf]

:BigCry:

[incisor]

I made it to Brisbane ok steady steady at 80 kph. Had a rest at Gympie and Wild horse mountain. Ran very well no problems at all. Used a little bit of engine oil but no gearbox . Never looked like getting hot.

you should have pulled in and said hello at aulro central in caboolture!

hope the rest of the trip goes well for you...

[Defender Mike]

you should have pulled in and said hello at aulro central in caboolture!

hope the rest of the trip goes well for you...

I wish I had known you were in Caboulture I would have stopped in.
Mike

[Landy Smurf]

just wondering roughly( :p ) what route are you taking?

[Defender Mike]

just wondering roughly( :p ) what route are you taking?

Brisvegas , cunninghams gap , warrick, gundawindi, moree,Bourne, Louth, tilpa, wilcania, broken hill, port Augusta, ceduna, Perth.

[Defender Mike]

Can't seem to move the oil filler cap on the tappet cover can I fill her up through the breather tube? How many litres do they hold
.
Mike

[andy_d110]

Can't seem to move the oil filler cap on the tappet cover can I fill her up through the breather tube? How many litres do they hold
.
Mike

The cap on the tappet cover is bolted on Mike, this is the breather. There should be a filler tube on the passenger side of the motor on the pressed steel plate that covers the exhaust rockers, give the old girl a drink through there!

Good luck on your trip, it's good practice for the CSR.

Cheers,

Andy.

[Avion8]

Can't seem to move the oil filler cap on the tappet cover can I fill her up through the breather tube? How many litres do they hold
.
Mike

Hi Mike, Sounds like you are having fun. Your 2ltr engine holds 5.5 ltrs, hope you don't need that much & fill down the long breather tube, which is the fill tube. Probably best to use a funnel as I find most ends up on the floor other wise. Providing your oil consumption does not exceed your fuel consumption all is good:D. Safe trip.

[rodthrutheblock]

This is a great read and now linked via the LRSOC. Just looked your route up. Good luck from cold grey England (yes it's summer here).

[123rover50]

This is a great read and now linked via the LRSOC. Just looked your route up. Good luck from cold grey England (yes it's summer here).

Welcome RTTB. Good to see you here.

Keith

[Defender Mike]

Hi all I left Brisvegas at 11.00am just pulled up in Moree for the night. Staying at the Burke & wills . Steady steady all day 75 kph using around 200mils of oil per tank of fuel. Climbed Cumnimghams gap
Without any problems but I gave her a
10 min break at the top of the range. Off early in the morning next stop Bourke. Then down the track along the Darling River to Tilpa. They have had a bit of rain out there so 4wd will get used on this section . Looking for the transfer box oil filler bolt if anyone can give me directions or a pick from the manual. I want to check it in the morning before I take off .
Mike

[mfc]

dipstick and round disc under plate on trans tunnel is main box...transfer box is a bolt on a square plate with no obvious way of messuring .....ie drain and pour in 2.5 litres..i think its under center seat box cover from memory..... its obvious and on a flat section just infront of the hand brake drum
good luck
regards mark

[Defender Mike]

Got the wife to take a photo of the transfer case exploded view from work shop manual and sent to my phone by text . Gota love these new smart phones .

[123rover50]

Good progress Mike.
The level for the T box is that little square headed plug to the left of the handbrake drum. Remember I said the corners were rounded off and I had to build it up with dobs of weld to get it out when I first did it. A small shifter is the go. Dont screw it in too hard though as they seem to jam in tight. Its a tapered thread.

Keith

[Defender Mike]

Heavy fogg so good excuse for a sleep in this morning .

[Defender Mike]

Transfer and gearbox all good no oil required changed the engine oil just outside Moree at 1300 miles on clock. All going well.

[Avion8]

Going well Mike. For future ref the transfer oil can be checked with a dipstick made from welding rod (coat hangar wire) whatever. Make it good and long with a nice round bent round handle at the top. Make a notch in the wire 4.5 inches from the bottom, then when inserted through the fill plug into the corner the level is correct if on the notch mark. This trick courtesy of Graeme, & works a treat. Take care.

Nigel

[Defender Mike]

Made it I'm to Bourke before dark. All going well in fact it's running better than when I picked it up. I met a bunch of indigenous kids at the garage full of questions. How old is that car mister ? What happens to your nose? Where are your number plates? I told them the task more questions than the coppers Does everything work mister ? "Yep even the locks on the doors " as I locked it up. The road to Tilpa is a bit of a mess apparently they have had a bit of rain lately. I will give it a go. I hope it's not too bad .:)

[Defender Mike]

I put her up on the hoist at Simmos this morning and checked the diffs and hubs all good . They did it for free and gave me a beaut Callander as well.

[Defender Mike]

Big day left Bourke and headed down along the dirt track to Wilcania via Louth and Tilpa. Lots of mud and water over the road. I jot the dizzy wet and had to wait a while to dry out. I even hot water in the cab. There were lots of deep wheel ruts to stradel full of water. It was quite a taxing drive around 360 K's of dirt . Back on the black top and it felt like I was driving a limo so smooth. Should get past Port Augusta and maybe to Ceduna tomorrow.

[Defender Mike]

More pics from today

[Defender Mike]

Lots more pics and video to upload but wi have to wait until home only 1 pic at a time on the phone.

[dreamin']

Loving this thread, Defender Mike

I'm sure I'm not the only one watching who wish they were on the road with you

Thanks for the reports

Roger

[Defender Mike]

I crossed the border this morning . Had a few dramas with wet dizy after I took her to the car wash in Broken Hill left about 1/2 a ton of mud and blocked their drain(sorry) . I dried her out and as good as new again. I'm in Yulta now heading to Port Augusta another 217 K's to go.
Mike

[JayBoRover]

Loving it Mike:cool:. Only a tiny, tiny, tiny bit jealous;)

[digger]

I crossed the border this morning . Had a few dramas with wet dizy after I took her to the car wash in Broken Hill left about 1/2 a ton of mud and blocked their drain(sorry) . I dried her out and as good as new again. I'm in Yulta now heading to Port Augusta another 217 K's to go.
Mike

Great work Mike, loving it..
The photo is outside the old Bordergate hotel (the pub part is in NSW the toilets in SA, they used to take great delight in drinking in NSW and peeing in SA!!) at COCKBURN (pronounced CO_BURN!! :) )

You were in YUNTA on the barrier highway, if you chose the right route you'll pass through WILMINGTON and should call in to the toy museum and talk to Dave. Not sure if Ellard is about he lives not too far from there too.

Keep smiling
(even if you must be deaf by now :) )


digger

[123rover50]

Have the coppers picked you for no number plates yet?:angel:

Keith

[Defender Mike]

I broke down in Wilmington outside the Landrover Museme . My coil bit the dust.

[wrinklearthur]

I broke down in Wilmington outside the Landrover Museme . My coil bit the dust.
Least you will have something to do while it is being fixed. :angel:

How did it stop, was the power interrupted to the coil, did the key accidentally turn off? :p
.

[ellard]

Hi there Mike

It was nice meeting you today........and a nice truck

Safe travels buddy

Wayne

[Defender Mike]

I was making good time across SA but occasionally the old girl would cut out for a few seconds and start again . Then as I came into Wilmington I could not believe my eyes there parked on the side of the road was another 109 same colour same condition unrestored. I pulled up and met Dave and his son who own the Wilmington Toy Museum. We had a good chat and then went down the road to visit another ALURO member Ellard and check out his fire engines. Then on the way back to town my old girl decided to stop. We found the coil had died Dave gave me a spare coil and a spare dizzy,points, and replaced a blown headlamp. Off I went again all running sweet for about 30 mins and the coil blew again. So called the RAA and got a tow into town . Will get a new coil in the morning and get the auto sparky to check out the power to the coil from the ignition. There seems to be a short that is making the coils blow. Better it happend here than on the Nullabor. More pics to come
Mike

[Defender Mike]

See the pics

[Defender Mike]

See pics

[Defender Mike]

Thanks very much Dave for helping me out and finding the source of the oil leak (banjo bolt back of head) now tightened and the loose dizzy . Also for all the bits you gave me etc. It's nice to know I'm not the only old Landrover nutter out there and to think my wife reckons I've got it bad with 3 landys .
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Have the coppers picked you for no number plates yet?:angel:

Keith
Remember the story I told you of The SA copper who booked me for speeding in the Disco. Well I drove through a tiny little town today and there he was. Lucky he was booking someone else and had his back turned to me. I have had several look at me but none have bothered to pull me over.
Mike

[wrinklearthur]

---- but occasionally the old girl would cut out for a few seconds and start again . ---- Then on the way back to town my old girl decided to stop. We found the coil had died --- all running sweet for about 30 mins and the coil blew again. --- Will get a new coil in the morning and get the auto sparky to check out the power to the coil from the ignition. There seems to be a short that is making the coils blow.

Hi Mike

A near constant current through the primary winding would make the coil heat up, this can lead to a breakdown in the insulation between the windings and this in turn upsets the magnetic field within the coil leading to more heat.

Check your wire leading into the points and make sure it cant momentary short out, when the points are open.
The condenser needs to be changed for the same reason, if it breaks down with movement / or vibration it can also short that wire coming from the coil to the points.

The other thing that sometimes trips people up, is the fitting of a low voltage coil meant for a circuit that has resistance between the ignition switch and it's coil, such as a 7 volt coil in a Holden with a red motor. The coil meant for a Land Rover has 12 volts stamped on the bottom on the canister.

Failing that, to use a low voltage coil, fit a dropper resister in line of the ignition to distributor wire.
( Cars fitted with that type of wiring, can also have another feed coming direct from a momentary-on contact on the starter solenoid to the coil, this allows a hotter spark while the starter motor is being engaged ).

Check your rotor button by holding the high tension wire from the coil just above the rotor button wiper ( where the carbon button sits in the centre of the rotor button ) and if there is a strong spark jumping at that place, that means the rotor button has a internal short down through to the top of the distributor drive shaft.
Old bakelite tends to get porous with age and can hold moisture within itself causing a short, ( --- you did get the distributor wet the other day ), so best to change both the cap and the rotor as well as the coil.

When setting the points gap on a distributor that may be worn, check the points gap at each of the four lobes in case the distributor shaft is laying a bit to one side.


That's enough Arthur, you would worry sheep! :whistling:

[digger]

Mike,
If you are still in WILMINGTON go and see Dave about it.

He's a dab hand with landies.

(say G'day from Digger)

[123rover50]

Remember that Borumbah is wired negative earth not positive as is usual.
This means that the negative on the coil goes to the dizzy.
Sounds more like a condenser problem but you will get it sorted.
That electronic fuel pump will only work with negative earth so dont let them swap it over.

Keith

[Defender Mike]

Dave found the dizzy had come lose and was wobbling around and this had pulled the joiner apart almost on the neg wire from the coil to the dizzy. I plugged this joiner back together and got a start then limped into Daves shed . I think this killed the first coil. Dave gave me a coil of unknown origin or voltage and it started up and ran for 20ks but then also overheated and failed. This one could have been wrong voltage or even faulty when it was removed. As Dave says he doesn't throw anything away LOL. I called the sparky this morning and will be there when he opens up.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Just pulled into Kimba should make Ceduna. All electrics checked out ok it was just a dud coil. Did another oil change using 20w50 this time and changed the plugs as well. Running well sitting on 85 now easy.
Mike

[B.S.F.]

You must be close to the half way mark. Any idea? .W.

[wrinklearthur]

I like the way your Landy is looking after you, it made sure it's little problems were fixed before you got away from good help.

I reckon that you two will get on fine from here on.
.

[Defender Mike]

Made it to Ceduna and hot a cabin for the night. The trick is running great loves the cold air and the new coil isn't getting hot any more could be the exhaust manifold transferring heat at low speeds anyway its working fine and I have a spare just in case. That's. 460 K's in an afternoon from Port Augusta to Ceduna didn't get away till after 1.00 pm. I went to the wreckers to pick up a cheap coil for a spare but all the cars were to modern and had resistor coils but I did find another Series 1 shorty down the back with some good hood bits for a soft top.just enough to make a bikini roof for the 109. Heading West across the Eyre Peninsula in the evening you chase the sunset and it lasts for ages. See the pic.
I have to pass through the WA border Gestapo on the morning so I will head to the car wash here first and do a bit of degreasing . It seems to be leaking less oil since I tightened the banjo bolt behind the head is there another banjo bolt at the other end of that oil line? The plugs I changed were not oily in fact they were pinky brown and looked like it was running a bit lean if anything. I am so relieved that its running well tomorrow I cross the Nullabor plain and after that its all downhill to Perth .

[Defender Mike]

You must be close to the half way mark. Any idea? .W.

Kimba states its the half way point but I now have less than 2000 klicks to go from a 4500 k trip.

[Defender Mike]

I like the way your Landy is looking after you, it made sure it's little problems were fixed before you got away from good help.

I reckon that you two will get on fine from here on.
.

It's amazing it played up with all that company around I think it just wanted go hang around And catch up with a few old mates . Coming from one stable of Landrovers at Keith's place it must have felt at home at Daves . Could I have the storyline here for a children's book. Boorambah the lonely Landrover!!!!!!
Mike:)

[JayBoRover]

I'm loving your trip and the photo's. Great of you to post as you go along:cool:. Bring it home! I didn't see your name in the list of registered entrants in the 65'th anniversary run to Whiteman Park?? I thought you were planning on going?:confused:
See ya soon. :)

[klonk]

How comfortable are the seats? I suppose the air con is working well at this time of the year, but don't worry the heater will be good in the summer. Hope your not getting all this rain. Wish I knew how klonk made his way over here from Brisbane.
Epic trip

Cheers Steve

[wrinklearthur]

Could I have the storyline here for a children's book. Boorambah the lonely Landrover!!!!!!
Mike:)

This big kid wants to buy a copy when it's done. :)

.

[B.S.F.]

That hand throttle should be very handy for the next couple of days. Have you put a stick from the rear bulk head to the dash yet to rest your left arm on? .W.

[Avion8]

That hand throttle should be very handy for the next couple of days. Have you put a stick from the rear bulk head to the dash yet to rest your left arm on? .W.

W.

Not sure he has one, as they were an optional extra on the 107 & 109" Pick ups. A brick balanced gently on the throttle should be OK though:).

[Defender Mike]

Just crossed the border no problems the inspector John Easton is another Series. 1 owner. He couldn't believe his eyes. The local coppers gave me a big wave . I still haven't been pulled over. Currently in Eucla havi g lunch should make Norseman tonight .

[Defender Mike]

I'm at Balledonia road house about 190 K's from Norseman I think this will do for today. I will have to swag it tonight but should have no trouble sleeping after 15 hrs in the saddle today .
Mike:)

[JayBoRover]

I was thinking that Eucla for lunch and Norseman for end of day was a big target. I wouldn't have said that driving the My12 D90 let alone a S1!:D
At this rate you should have time to stop in here on your way home on Saturday???

[digger]

well done that man!


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[Defender Mike]

Breakfast at Noresman and a hot shower I'm now I'm Southern Cross only 389 K's to my place I will be home tonight hopefully all going well. The 109 is running great . The brakes got a good work out near Coolgardie when a mob of emus ran in front of me . It's a good thing she pulls a bit to the left on cold brakes as this made me miss the stupid birds . Looking forward to sleeping in my own bed.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Home at last and the wife had moved all the new cars out of the garage so Borumbah can have a night under cover. What a day the last 100 k into Perth was very hectic getting pushed along by trucks and with so few passing lanes. Then down the scarp all good until I took off from lights on the bypass and developed a mid range miss. When I persisted and held the throttle down she suddenly surged forward and cleared itself but did it a few more times. I suppose the next thing is to pull the motor out and start on the rebuild. Although a bit noisy the gear box, transfer case and diffs didn't use any oil at all on the way home. The Swivel hubs are packed with grease and I was surprised how well it steered no wandering at all. This morning I woke up at 4.30 am and it was raining not a nice way to start the day getting dressed in the rain but at least it gave me an early start. I will down load all my video's and pics over the weekend and try and edit them into one continuous and post a link to Youtube . My ears are still ringing !!!:)
Mike

[dreamin']

Congratulations, man and machine!

An epic journey

R

[JayBoRover]

Good on ya Mike! Have a good night's rest and a sleep-in before you come around tomorrow afternoon;). Looking forward to hearing about the trip:cool:.

[B.S.F.]

Congratulation to you Mike ,and especially to Keith for preparing the car for the long journey. .W.

[wrinklearthur]

Hi Mike

Well done!

Have a beer on me. :beer:
.

[mfc]

i would have loved to jump in with you for that trip but i didnt have the bus fare back from......
im thinking of a long trip in mine ,perhaps to the sa gathering next year ,we need more treks in s1's just to trip people out lol
regards mark...ps looking towards pics and vids

[Defender Mike]

Good on ya Mike! Have a good night's rest and a sleep-in before you come around tomorrow afternoon;). Looking forward to hearing about the trip:cool:.

After lunch c u then:)

[Defender Mike]

This was a great trip perhaps inspired a bit by watching too much "Top Gear" and I could have probably sent it on a car carrier for about the same cost or less but I have to tell you I had a ball. You have only seen a few photos and no videos yet. I met so many people and I really did enjoy it. I never really expected to get all the way home but this little truck would not give up. I cant wait to get all the mechanicals sorted and after the CSR trip next year I want to go all the way around OZ and back across the centre. I hope all of you including the guys in the UK enjoyed following me on this trek. Stand by for the video and more pics.
Mike:)

[JayBoRover]

After lunch c u then:)
Cool:cool:. I'll be the one under the Series 2a sorting out the handbrake drum or in the carport changing a front tyre onto a S2a rim instead of the Defender rim on there at the moment. Preparation for the 65'th anniversary run on Sunday:).

[123rover50]

Well done Mike. Lots on since I went to bed last night.
About the swivels. They are new chrome balls and new wiper seals. I have them oil filled so dont know how the grease got there. Are you sure it is grease and not oil?

Keith

[Defender Mike]

When I put it on the hoist at Simmos in Bourke he told me they were grease packed. I will have another look and fill them up with oil.:)
Mike

[klonk]

Well done Mike,
nothing like a good adventure to to break the everyday humdrum of life.

[Cliffy]

Sounds like you had fun!
Wish I could have co-piloted that trip but as you know I had other plans.
Hoping to do it with my Perentie when I get it ( unless I get a WA unit).

[digger]

Can I suggest you write an article and add the photos and submit to LRO and other mags?

The poms were shocked when we suggested we were travelling over 100 mile in one day when we were there, so your journey in a series 1 would make a great read for them.

It could start with the history of the vehicle, how you bought it from Kieth and naturally flow from there... include a map and daily Km itinery!!

I reckon its well worth putting in.

Well done again.

:)

Its a great looking vehicle too!

[mfc]

Digger has a good point ... London to Brighton seems a big trip to them.

[wrinklearthur]

Digger has a good point ... London to Brighton seems a big trip to them.

I tried to use Google maps and it was too hard for them as well.

"We could not calculate directions between Brighton, TAS and London, UK."
.

[bobslandies]

I tried to use Google maps and it was too hard for them as well.

"We could not calculate directions between Brighton, TAS and London, UK."
.

They could backtrack the trip done in the 80" Series 1 in the mid 1950s from Hobart to London if waypoints were available:p:D

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/94197-1954-55-hobart-london-80-a.html

Bob

[Defender Mike]

I gave Boumbah a birthday yesterday oil change and filter cleaned points and general maintenance. Today she is at the 65 anniversary at Whiteman Park in Perth with lots of company making new friends .

[ARN.112 540]

really good meeting you and Borumbah today, along with everyone else at whiteman park. great fun 'till I got wet going home.

[JayBoRover]

really good meeting you and Borumbah today, along with everyone else at whiteman park. great fun 'till I got wet going home.
I managed to stay dry somehow, but the windscreen wipers gave up and stopped along the way. Luckily only about 10km from home but it was raining so hard that even if they had been working it wouldn't have made that much difference:D.

Great to see Borumbah, Mike. It looks like a great find to steal off the East Coast:angel:;)

[Defender Mike]

I took Borumbah over to Graeme's shed today and we did a compression test. 2 pots 125 psi and 2 at 120 so that's within spec going by the book . Graeme took her for a spin and noticed the gearbox is getting a bit noisy so I will do a bit on that soon but the engine should be good. She's burning nice grey plugs and has plenty of power. The miss has healed itself and after tightening the sump and side cover bolts a little the oil loss has decreased to and acceptable level. I will fit new gaskets to all the leaky bits . Had a great day at the the anniversary . Good to meet so many people I knew from the net face to face.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Ok I did tighten the sump , side cover and base of the dip stick tube but the oil leaks have disappeared. It was fuming badly and burning oil now it isn't?????. On the compression test it pulled 125 on 2 potts and 120 on the other 2 . It's running beautifully at the moment after I lashed out and bought a timing light and set the points. Could a good long run with several oil changes clean up the engine and get rid of gunk around the rings? I am pulling the gear box out of the 88 tomorrow and getting it reconditioned so I can do a quick changeover on the 109. I have been driving it around Perth a bit with no problems it keeps up with traffic ok. I called the Qld Dept of T'port today to find out where my plates are and they are now sending them direct to Perth. I have finished the video but its to long for UTube at 30 mins so now have to cut it into 2 sections when I work out how.:)
Mike

[chazza]

It was fuming badly and burning oil now it isn't?????.
Could a good long run with several oil changes clean up the engine and get rid of gunk around the rings?

Yes it could; classic sign of stuck rings!

It might be worth using an engine flush such as Nulon lifter cleaner to get most of the black stuff out, especially as the compression is good. I would be inclined to take the sump off and clean the inside and anything else that needs doing and put a new gasket on it,

Cheers Charlie

[Defender Mike]

Pulled the gearbox out of the 88 today and cleaned it up . Strip it down this week once rebuilt its going into the 109 . This will keep downtime to a minimum as I am enjoying driving the 109 so much and its so handy for shifting stuff around.:)
Mike

[digger]

. I have finished the video but its to long for UTube at 30 mins so now have to cut it into 2 sections when I work out how.:)
Mike



stuff it!!

Add extra footage and put it on as a mini series :)

[Defender Mike]

Ok I cut it into 2 parts here is part 1 from Keiths place to Broken Hill. With the Wilcannia track footage.
Now grab a beer or glass of wine some bickies and dip sit down and relax and enjoy my crossing of our vast continent from East to West in a vehicle built in the same year I was born 1958. :clap2::clap2::clap2:

Enjoy

http://youtu.be/K2CA57rPApc (http://youtu.be/K2CA57rPApc)

Part 2 below from Broken Hill to Perth

http://youtu.be/o4wIIKmdLgM (http://youtu.be/o4wIIKmdLgM)

Mike :)

100%

[digger]

well, I just watched it and enjoyed it thanks...
realised after watching no part 2 so will have to wait...

and I had view number 1. :)

(some editing missed some spots but great work for a first vid :D )



***EDIT_ JUST CHANGED YOUR POST AND ADDED PART 2! THANKS!!!!!! ***

[wrinklearthur]

Hi Mike

That video of Borumbah's trip is a great effort, the feeling of those long flat roads certainly came through.

How is Borumbah settling into his new home?

.

[Defender Mike]

well, I just watched it and enjoyed it thanks...
realised after watching no part 2 so will have to wait...

and I had view number 1. :)

(some editing missed some spots but great work for a first vid :D )



***EDIT_ JUST CHANGED YOUR POST AND ADDED PART 2! THANKS!!!!!! ***

Yes I realise it needs a bit of trimming and ad in the 65 th anniversary day at the end. I will soon put together a directors cut LOL.

[Defender Mike]

Hi Mike

That video of Borumbah's trip is a great effort, the feeling of those long flat roads certainly came through.

How is Borumbah settling into his new home?

.
Seems to have pushed the Defender out into the weather . I have been driving around Perth quite a bit visiting friends. I pulled the gearbox out of the 88 yesterday and when its rebuilt will swap it into Borumbah which is getting a bit noisy. Gotr hold of Qld transport and the plates are on the way after a bit of a mix up . They sent them to my last address in Qld 10 years ago . No I don't know why but they did.
Mike:)

[Dinty]

Bloody brilliant mate, enjoyed watching it, but you really need to know how to pronounce 'Louth' LOL, cheers Dennis:angel::wasntme:
ps what happened to Tilpa?, film shows coming over bridge, then nothing??,,.

[Defender Mike]

Yes had a beer and a feed in Tilpa but forgot to take any Pics. Got side tracked by the lovely bar staff. :)

[klonk]

Great videos thanks Mike, forgotten what its like to look over a traditional land rover bonnet.:p

[dreamin']

I'm busting to watch these but my Youtube comes up with 'not available on this platform' - what does that mean?

[Defender Mike]

I'm busting to watch these but my Youtube comes up with 'not available on this platform' - what does that mean?

I googled your problem and found this fix watch the video instructions how to bypass. Like most things that crop up on the net there is a way of getting around it.:)
Mike

[Defender Mike]

I pulled the box out of the 88 and this will go into the 109 when rebuilt . Pics of the box coming apart . Someone who really knows their stuff makes this look easy and very quick ( its not me) . This box is in very good condition having done only 58,000miles but the lay shaft for the intermediate gear (55 Fig C-2 Workshop manual)and bearings will need replacing. All the gears are in very good condition. The big circlip retaining the main shaft (41 Fig C-2 workshop manual) is very difficult to remove but the shaft can be pressed through the bearing forwards and the clip removed when the case is split. I like the stand trhis makes it all very ergonomic and much better than rolling around on a bench.62348

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Mike

[andy_d110]

I know that shed!

[dreamin']

I googled your problem and found this fix watch the video instructions how to bypass. Like most things that crop up on the net there is a way of getting around it.:)
Mike

Mike

Did you mean to put a link in your message? I found some fix vids on Google but look a bit complicated. Can you enable your youtube vid to be accessed on ipad?

Thanks

Roger

[Defender Mike]

Borumbah got a thorough polishing inside and out. The dash looks like new and even where there was no paint the alloy is now shiny inside the engine bay looks like glass. Bunnings supplied 2 door stops so the only hole left unplugged is where a radio aerial once protruded and should be able to get a bung from Clark Robber for that. Once we finish the gearbox the MAP hubs are coming off for an inspection and rebuild if required anyone has any info on MAP hubs I would love to see it especially an exploded view .:)
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Mike

Did you mean to put a link in your message? I found some fix vids on Google but look a bit complicated. Can you enable your youtube vid to be accessed on ipad?

Thanks

Roger

You will need ios6

iOS6 - How To Watch YouTube Videos On An iPad With iOS6 - YouTube
This link has instructions

[dreamin']

Thanks Mike

Have latest update but can't seem to get past message saying owner has not authorised viewing on mobile devices. Will have to wait til I get back to my desktop.

Cheers

R

[Defender Mike]

The gearbox bits are all cleaned up and the metal bits bead blasted and painted black. Now waiting for parts. Gary Gjerede in Sydney can supply most of the bits including rubber grommets and dust covers just a couple roller bearings on the lay shaft have to come from Dunsfold. This box was in very good condition and all the gears looked like new. Been good fun cleaning everything up amazing how rusty old parts become new again. I was given a throttle and linkage today ( thanks Graeme )so on my next long trip I will have cruise .:)
Mike

[dreamin']

Finally cracked the code and saw your vids today, Mike.

Thanks for the tips and thanks for the ride - living the dream.

I did something simlar 20 years ago in a series 3 diesel, in summer - could just about smell the hot gear oil as I watched yours.

Cheers

Roger

[Defender Mike]

I have found a replacement for the unobtainable gearbox needle bearings 91466 . Even Dunsfold's had run out of these .
These are the ones on the lay shaft small diameter in Series 1 's . SKF 94628 is the same and there are several others including a Cat Part see the very handy link below . may come in handy with other bearing match ups.

94628,SKF 94628 ROLLER BEARING (http://www.autopartoo.com/oem/skf/94628skf.html)#

Mike:)

[123rover50]

While attempting to adjust the spring on the brake light switch yesterday I was reminded of a "get me home" fix that became permanent.
I had noticed the brake pedal flopping about and on investigation saw the circlip holding things together on the shaft had decided to go walkabout.
The solution eventually was to remove the grease nipple, screw in a setscrew with two nuts holding the large washer in place. It worked so well I left it there.
I gather it survived the trip or you would have mentioned it.
You will need to remove it to replace it with the grease nipple to grease the shaft.
Then you can either refurbush the groove for a new circlip or replace the setscrew.
On replacement it is important that the nuts are run back up the screw then the screw made tight bottoming in the hole or it will work loose. The first nut is then run down against the washers then the second nut used to lock it.

Keith

[Defender Mike]

Didn't notice that but will look into it tomorrow morning. The gearbox is almost complete just waiting on the lay shaft to arrive from Sydney. I fitted a reconditioned hand throttle today . New gear box mounts are comming from Dunsfolds. I'm still driving Borumbah around while we are reconditioning the box out of my 88. Was the clutch replaced at all or do you remember what it was like. I have a spare in the 88 if necessary.
Mike:)

[123rover50]

Hi Mike. I had the clutch out and the flywheel surfaced only a few months ago. The plate thickness was near new so put it back in.
I thought the gearbox mounts would have been OK for a while yet.
Keith

[Defender Mike]

I need a set for the 88 anyway so if the mounts are good i will reuse them. Good news on the clutch it feels pretty good to drive. When I picked it up from your place it had 750 miles on the clock now has 4500 miles on the clock and going strong.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

I swapped the air cleaner from the 88 to the 109 today. Bead blasted the lid and bowl and carefully cleaned up the body . Now all painted in gloss black and hopefully dry by morning. Now here's a question every restored Series 1 I see has a black air cleaner but under the black paint on the 88 cleaner I found paint the same colour as the body Air force grey. Were they originally painted same colour as the body? :)
Mike

[digger]

I swapped the air cleaner from the 88 to the 109 today. Bead blasted the lid and bowl and carefully cleaned up the body . Now all painted in gloss black and hopefully dry by morning. Now here's a question every restored Series 1 I see has a black air cleaner but under the black paint on the 88 cleaner I found paint the same colour as the body Air force grey. Were they originally painted same colour as the body? :)
Mike

could that be undercoat? as far as I know all were black.

[Defender Mike]

While attempting to adjust the spring on the brake light switch yesterday I was reminded of a "get me home" fix that became permanent.
I had noticed the brake pedal flopping about and on investigation saw the circlip holding things together on the shaft had decided to go walkabout.
The solution eventually was to remove the grease nipple, screw in a setscrew with two nuts holding the large washer in place. It worked so well I left it there.
I gather it survived the trip or you would have mentioned it.
You will need to remove it to replace it with the grease nipple to grease the shaft.
Then you can either refurbush the groove for a new circlip or replace the setscrew.
On replacement it is important that the nuts are run back up the screw then the screw made tight bottoming in the hole or it will work loose. The first nut is then run down against the washers then the second nut used to lock it.

Keith

Hi Keith
I pulled the brake pedal out replaced the thrust washer between the two pedals and the correct spacer and refitted the circlip and grease nipple. Now works like a new one. Fortunately I had the parts on hand . I will carry a spare circlip with me as there is a lot riding on on little clip.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Bitterly cold last night so found a way to finish drying my paint on the air cleaner.

[Defender Mike]

Correct air filter and hose fitted a bit of paint here and there and a polish and it's looking very tidy. Just worked out my long range tanks that will sit I'm the space forward of the rear wheels should hold 50 litres per side. I have filler caps , hose and breathers left over from the tanks I put in the Defender. Thinking of running a water tank (poly tube) in the pto shaft hole should hold around 30 litres .

[dreamin']

. Thinking of running a water tank (poly tube) in the pto shaft hole should hold around 30 litres .

Great idea!

[Defender Mike]

Many thanks to Graeme D for rebuilding my gearbox I learnt a lot watching . I cleaned the bits and painted its all finished today but not yet installed . My long range tanks are now being cut and folded at the sheet metal shop should get around 55 to 64 litres in the area forward of the rear wheels each side . :)

[107gus]

Its coming along great. Do you have to get the new tanks engineered?

[Defender Mike]

Getting them cut and folded . We will do the welding . I have all the fittings left over from my Defender dual tank install.

[Defender Mike]

Number plates finally arrived. I cant believe I drove across Australia and around Perth for weeks without getting pulled over for no number plates. Gearbox swap happens tomorrow , Spare tyre went on the bonnet today , Heater demister fitted as well not a smiths a cheapo ceramic but it works.
Mike

[dreamin']

Looking good, Mike

What tyre is that? Looks like Super Gripper tread.

Roger

[Defender Mike]

Looking good, Mike

What tyre is that? Looks like Super Gripper tread.

Roger

I think its a Chinese copy but works well and is wearing pretty good as well.

[Defender Mike]

New gearbox is in and what a difference so quite. I could even put a radio in it now and listen to it while driving. I put the floor back in to drive home but I have decided to pull it out again tomorrow and add some soundproofing under the floor panels and give the seat box and floor a coat of paint. I wont be touching the exterior but having the inside looking a bit better wont detract from the original patina. The gear change is nice and firm Graeme did a fantastic job on the box . Only trouble I can now hear a tick tick sounds like the exhaust manifold gasket may have developed a leak.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Floor and seat base out again today cleaned sanded back with Wet & dry and painted with etch primer. Re sand tomorrow and spray with nice grey paint . Maybe I just wanted to take a peek at my new gearbox again LOL
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Well its a bit quieter with some flash tac ( roof sealant) stuck under the floor and seats to stop the vibration. I have pulled the exhaust manifold off easier than it looked once you loosen the side cover to get the lower front bolt out. Trying to get a gasket locally if possible any ideas?:)
Mike

[wrinklearthur]

----- I have pulled the exhaust manifold off easier than it looked once you loosen the side cover to get the lower front bolt out. Trying to get a gasket locally if possible any ideas?:)
Mike

Hi Mike

A couple of links for you.

Joint washer for rocker cover .... ... ... part number 267779
267779 - Side Rocker Cover Gasket (http://www.pegasusparts.co.uk/ourshop_90073/prod_16493-267779-Side-Rocker-Cover-Gasket.html)

Joint washer for exhaust manifold .. ... ... ... " ... ... 09161
Land Rover Series ONE 1 Exhaust Manifold Gasket SET | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LAND-ROVER-SERIES-ONE-1-EXHAUST-MANIFOLD-GASKET-SET-/221203181008?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3380bcadd0&_uhb=1)

Joint washer for exhaust pipe ... ... ... ... ... " ... ... 213358
Land Rover Series 1 2 3 Exhaust Flange Joint Washer Gasket 213358 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Land-Rover-Series-1-2-3-Exhaust-flange-joint-washer-gasket-213358-/141006978112)

NEW Land Rover Series 1 2 2A 3 MAP Free Wheel HUB Gasket SET X4 M A P | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-Land-Rover-Series-1-2-2a-3-MAP-Free-Wheel-Hub-Gasket-Set-x4-M-A-P-/370848571192?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item56584c1f38&_uhb=1)

[Defender Mike]

Thanks Arthur,

Well had a big day tidying up my shed and now Borumbah has a home undercover . Its nice to work inside a shed and on carpet especially this time of year. I will have to get my manifold skimmed a bit to true it up .Should be able to get Davillak engine builders up the road t do that. Rover Tech have one gasket and may be able to get the others locally . :)
Mike

[chazza]

Trying to get a gasket locally if possible any ideas?:)
Mike

I use Loctite high temp silicone on the V8, it works really well, much better than the original gaskets,

Cheers Charlie

[Defender Mike]

Lucky Mike , I was given a nice second hand manifold today with the threads intact for the flange studs. Sandblasted, heat proof painted ,new studs and locktite in place all bolted up and now looks and sounds like a new one.:)

[Defender Mike]

The manifold gasket is the same as the 6 cylinder but you throw a way the middle bit or keep it for a spare I can be trimmed and used in pinch. I was able to buy everything over the shelf here in Perth at 4wd spares in Welshpool for under $20 bucks. I used some of that high temp silicone as wel lto hold everything in place and give a good seal.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

What a difference the new manifold and gaskets make no poping on deceleration idles better much quieter and smoother running. I drove peak hour Perth traffic up The Kwinana freeway this morning into the city with the new gear box it's a pleasure to drive. Everyone seems to give me a wide berth on traffic . No one cut in front lol.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Noticed a lose bolt at the rear top generator mount so tightened it up then the fan belt started to squeal . Hmmmmm loosened it off maybe belt to tight still squeal . Pulled the genny out bearing is U/S so drilled out the 4 rivets and pushed it out . Easy to find bearing and I will tap the holes where the rivets where and put in some bolts. Not much to these things windings look good Brushes have heaps left only 1 bearing and the rear is a bush. I felt up where the loose bolt was and the tube mount was also loose 1/4 whitworth. It looks like a spacer may be missing I think when I pulled the rear mount tight it pulled the belt out of alignment and that was causing the squeal but the bearing would have gone very soon anyway . The parts manual shows a couple of spacers numbers 16 and 26 can anyone tell me the dimensions of these and I can turn a couple up.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Well that was surprisingly easy a plan that went together. I tapped the rivet holes to take an M5 bolts . Bought a sealed bearing this morning for $5 and its all back together before the paint has dried properly . Still need to fit the spacers to line up the pullies . I didn't want to spend too much on this as I will fit a replica alternator for the CSR trip. Running a fridge and dual batteries will be to much drain on a 10 amp genny. Winter ,paint dries slow may haveto bake in front of the heater.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

"What's that rash on your chest and tummy "she asked " Landrover Bonnet rash" I replied .
Been leaning over the guard all day sorting out the generator spacing. Even with the correct spacers stolen of the 88 the pullies where 3 mm out and causing the belt to make a noise. I added a few washers until a straight edge across the pullies had everything lined up. Easy you may think but took around 5 hours to finish. Once I pushed out the bolt with adjusting arm then it wasn't long enough 2 and 1/4 inch the book says but needed 2 and 1/2 to get the thread started. Once the front bolts are bushed up in line I had to bush up the rear mount as well or it tried to pull everything back out of square. Any way its all done and now runs quite as a mouse. No belt noise at all . I found a few nuts missing from my diffs while retrieving dropped bolts or spanners 4 in total . So checked all the diff bolts surprised to find several have come loose .
We are are taking the old girl for a picnic up in the hills tomorrow and give the new transfer and gearbox case a work out. Will post some pics of the hill climbs and swamps.
:)
Mike

[Defender Mike]

I had a environmental disaster this arvo. Did an oil change and filter managed to do all this in the carpet in the shed without spilling a drop. Then started her up and I heard a squissssssing noise . Shut down looked under and there lays about 3 litres of Penrites finest 20 W 60 laying on the floor.:o when I replaced the filter I added a new rubber gasket as you are supposed to do. I pushed the gasket into place with a Tbar allen key. Then tightened her up not too tight don't want to strip anything. Apparently not tight enough to seat the new rubber gasket oil poured out from here. Then when I check the tension it was loose again. Retightened add another $30 of oil and problem solved. Then the clean up began we still have carpet in the shed only there is now a 1mx 1m square missing. Yes I did put oil on the seal before I pushed it in.
Mike

[wrinklearthur]

I had a environmental disaster this arvo.

My Dad wasn't amused :censored: when he realised that a portion of the large amount of oil under the tractor running the flood irrigation pump was supposed to be in the tractors engine.

His workman at that time, had stopped what he was doing to have a long yarn with a farm equipment mechanic that in turn was supposed to be over servicing a neighbours baler, the workman was about to complete a oil change and hadn't got around to fitting the sump plug when he was interrupted.

The oil was carried to the tractor up in the paddock in the back of the farm's series one soft top SWB Land Rover in it's 200 litre/44 gallon drum with a hand operated oil pump, so as soon as the serviceman left, Dad's workman popped the pump nozzle in the tractor engine's filler neck and then started pumping.
He kept on pumping, stopping occasionally to check the dipstick, noting the oil wasn't showing yet, he went back to pumping some more and finally only stopping when he felt his boot was getting damp.
:oops2:
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[Defender Mike]

Back in WA after 2 weeks battling the weather in Victoria. Finished off my dual battery system in Borumbah today . So now I can travel with a cold beer or 24. If my tax cheque arrives as its supposed to I will be chasing a hood this week trying to get everything ready for the Landor trip. My only worry now is that I will have to work in September. Got to make hay while the sun shines I suppose .
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Well i spent and hour or 2 under the old girl looking for a spot to hang a couple of extra tanks. Just in front of the rear wheel there is a good spot for a 40 litre tank each side. I drew up what i wanted and got my local sheet metal guy to cut and fold the pieces. Then my mate Graeme and i tidied them up and tacked then together. Tomorrow they go to an airframe welder i know to get zipped up. I have lots of hose and 2 spare fillers from my mulgo dual tank system i put on my 90 So cost is pretty low. I need to carry around 200 litresfor the CSR trip so 80 plus 45 under the seat is a good start.:) Got a quote on the canopy as well this week and fitted a Defender Cubby box centre console as well so its all comming together.:)
Mike

[magilla]

Noice

[Yorkshire_Jon]

If it's of any help, I got a fully loaded 110 from the start of the CSR to Well33 (Kunawaritji) on 160L.

R
J

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[Defender Mike]

My tanks went off to Dave Craig in Bayswater today Dave used to be a Licenced aircraft titanium welder until a while back when he semi retired. I fitted my centre console its from A late model Defender ordered from Triumph Rover spares Adelaide cost $110 and arrived in Perth 2 days later. I also fitted a tow recovery point on the front spring hanger and it was hot in Perth today so i got a fan as well. :) Trying to find some one to make my frame for the canvas cover. I want a continous curve across the roof so water runs off and lugs that go through the canvas for a rack so i can carry a canoe etc.

[107gus]

Are you going to use a traditional canvas, or a more modern material?

[Defender Mike]

I am going for the modern stuff same as Nigels with the 107 .material is reinforced and has small checks . Its pretty common on new canvas canopys. I want sides that unzip and roll up. We will be doing a lot of hot desert work and its nice to get a breeze through when sleeping in the back.
Mike :)

[107gus]

Sounds about exactly like what I am thinking of having made as well.

[Defender Mike]

I just picked up a Fairey Overdrive on Ebay . I intend to add an oil cooler and resivoir with electric oil pump. This should kp it cool and get away from checking the oil level every day.:)
I never won an auction before i am quite chuffed!!
Mike

[magilla]

Good work Mike,
I would have bought it over for you too, pretty sure I done my best not to lose it in transit somewhere

[mfc]

If its not a rude question mike what did it go for( I had a peek but I'm broke:( if like to know how it goes....)
Still envy you're trip from qld

[mfc]

Mike what was you're oil usage on the trip ?( comparative info for mine)

[Defender Mike]

If its not a rude question mike what did it go for( I had a peek but I'm broke:( if like to know how it goes....)
Still envy you're trip from qld


But im not one of them LOL $610 plus $25 postage.
:)

[Defender Mike]

Mike what was you're oil usage on the trip ?( comparative info for mine)
Well I had quite a bit of leakage going on around the sump gasket and oil dip stick base. Since i have tightend every thing up its a lot less. I was going through around 1/1.5 litre per tank of fuel on the way over. I changed the oil twice. By the time i crossed the Nullabor the sludge had been flushed out and rings loosned up and consumption went down . I run Penrite 20W 60 and change it every 2000ks .
Mike:)

[mfc]

Thanks for that.... Using same oil in mine and loosing a litre per tank I recon .... But running in still... And there's a little seepage , I'd recon. 300 mm a tank ( rear main oilseal)

That's acceptable for the odrive ( to me lol) hopefully it works well or is cheep to fix up lol
You will have to post up the instal( overhaul if needed) I recon one would be worth wild on the hwys

[Defender Mike]

Just found a nice very early 80 on the way to Toowooba painted mustard and sitting on a pole. No doubt someone here knows about it.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Dropped into Kilkivan today and saw Keith. The Royal is coming on nicely love the seat with custom fold out arm rest.
flying back to Perth tomorrow.

[andy_d110]

Just found a nice very early 80 on the way to Toowooba painted mustard and sitting on a pole. No doubt someone here knows about it.
Mike

There's a pic of that in one of the new Landy mags. Looks like a 52/53, seems to have Toymotor wheels & maybe axles fitted??

[1950landy]

Just found a nice very early 80 on the way to Toowooba painted mustard and sitting on a pole. No doubt someone here knows about it.
Mike
It's been sitting up on the pole for 26 years that i know off . It used to be a car wrecking yard & he had about 3 x S1's back then.

[123rover50]

Dropped into Kilkivan today and saw Keith. The Royal is coming on nicely love the seat with custom fold out arm rest.
flying back to Perth tomorrow.

Yes , good to catch up and hear the news.
You mentioned the steering box starting to get some freeplay.
I would have someone move the steering wheel for you to check where the movement is. As its come on fairly quickly I suspect it could be the arms that clamp to the relay. You might be able to tighten the clamp bolts a bit more.
Then there is the tie rod ends but they should be OK as I put new ones in.

Keith

[1950landy]

Yes , good to catch up and hear the news.
You mentioned the steering box starting to get some freeplay.
I would have someone move the steering wheel for you to check where the movement is. As its come on fairly quickly I suspect it could be the arms that clamp to the relay. You might be able to tighten the clamp bolts a bit more.
Then there is the tie rod ends but they should be OK as I put new ones in.

Keith
I would also check the 4 bolts that hold the steering arms to the top of the swivel hubs & keith is right check all the tierod clamps

[wrinklearthur]

All of the above, it does need someone else to gently rock the steering wheel from side to side, while you have a look at all the joints and mounting surfaces for any subtle free play and the movement can be very slight.

The mounting plate bolts where the steering box is fastened into the mounting plate should be checked to see if those nuts need a nip up, also there are couple of bolts go through the firewall and the three that through the chassis.
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[Defender Mike]

I had a look yesterday and found a grease nipple that was a bit dry and I tightened the box up a bit. Will check all the other things mentioned above tomorrow . I test fitted the tanks today and made up the templates for the brackets . Nice fit see pic below. I will make up the brackets tomorrow and straps hope to get them up to paint stage.

[Defender Mike]

The tanks from the side.

[Defender Mike]

Fitted the main tank inlet today I had to drill 3 holes to fit a modified series 1 outlet pipe (shortens pipe). Also fitted the fuel pump and electrics ready to go. Local sheet metal guy is making my brackets . All the fittings and hoses picked up today as well . I hope to finish this weekend.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Tank inlet pic

[Defender Mike]

The overdrive arrived today here's a pic .

[magilla]

Noice, is it as you expected ?

[Defender Mike]

Yeah looks pretty good set it up against my old box on the stand and worked our where everything goes. We are going to pull it apart and check its all honkey dorey before I fit it and add a cooler and VDO pump. I worked all day on the tanks Friday and they are getting close . Will post a few. Pics when that project is finished. Only the overdrive and canopy to go then.
Mike

[Defender Mike]

I tank in and hooked up the other painted and ready to install should be finished tomorrow. Got a quote on parabolic springs yesterday from Discovery Automotive in Wangara around $ 390 a set plus shocks . I am going for it and adding air bags in the rear to stop the sagg if i load her up over 500 KG She will be the trickest Series 1 around soon but still look like a barn findon the outside LOL.:)

[Defender Mike]

Both tanks in hooked up and working yet to be filled. It worked out very well the tanks are clamped in place by the bracket mounted on the spring hanger and a strap from the outer front tub bolts. I decide not to weld the tank to the brackets as this may have caused a crak later on with chassis flex. Now everything can move a bit . I will fill them up tomorrow in daylight and keep an eye on them for any leaks. should be ok as we pressure tested everything. Now to fit modify and fit the overdrive . and build the canopy.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

New tanks hold 96 litres filled to the brim no leaks . Everything works as designed very happy with this. I pinched most of the ideas from Mulgo and the dual tank set up John B and I bought from him for our 90 Defenders.
Mike:)

[back_in]

Hi
on a good day you would be able to go across town down hill from one fuel station to another
just kidding, looks good, far better than have 2 or 3 Jerry cans banging around in the tub
cheers
Ian

[Defender Mike]

Good thing I putr shut off valves on each tank as it keeps syphoning after the pumps shut down when the rear tanks are full and filling up the mainn tank. :o This should stop once the tanks are below half ful. Good side just turn on pump for a few seconds and its all automatic.:)

[Defender Mike]

Now seriously looking for a capstan winch to finish off the 109 if you have one you don't need it want let me know .
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Borumbah started to run a little rough and blow a bit of white smoke at start up and under acceleration from idle. The spark plugs were showing she was running rich.
So we puled the carby off and cleaned all the jets gave it a blow out and put it back. Well it ran worse than before hmmmm played around with everything correct jets in the correct holes everything clean but running rich and hunting a bit.
Eventually we gave up and fitted a new spare carby. Now runs beautiful so quite I cant hear it,so low revs the red lights coming on for the generator . The old carby had new needle and seat and was in pretty good nick so I am a bit lost as to what it could be. The diaphragms in the pump looked good and it has obviously been overhauled recently. It was only running rough on idle .\
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

After Wrinkelarthurs description of valve guides turning into diamonds I have decided to pull mine out. She's been blowing a bit of smoke after sitting at the lights and on overrun. I have ordered a Gasket set from Gary at CLR tonight and will pull the head off as soon as it arrives. This will give me a good look at the bore and see if I need to go any further.
Mike:)

[ashhhhh]

Take lot of photo's, I suspect ill be doing this at some point.. :p

[Defender Mike]

Finally got my new hoops bent up and ready to install. I used heavy wall inch gall water pipe . They engineers took a bit of time to get that constant curve across the top and then the 90 deg wide radius bend while keeping the width exact. After the hoops are welded up its off to the canvas man. Then fit that overdrive. I took Borumbah into Southern Landrover this morning while we were dropping off the Defender for some warranty work. She attracted quite a bit of attention the service manager didn't know I was with the wife dropping off the Defender and asked if he could help me. " Yes" I said " "I have this Landrover here its only 55 years old and its burning oil can you fix it on warranty " . You should have seen the look on his face " Sir ,they all use a little oil, I am sure the warranty period has expired some time ago " LOL:)
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Hoops on but a bit more work to finish off very happy with the result nice and straight . And. Bonus I got to drive the 48 today what a sweet little ride this is .

[Defender Mike]

The new hoops fitted.

[Defender Mike]

Its around 36 deg today and we took Borumbah down the beach for us to have a swim. Coming home after midday the dreaded hot day fuel blues started. The Pump even my u-beaut electronic replica started to cavitate and make that sucking but nothings pumping noise. Once we started moving again it was ok but I am think of placing a pusher pump close to the tank to overcome this on hot days. Unleaded fuel doesn't like to pump when it gets hot. Up in Nullagine a few weeks back if you wanted unleaded you could only get it from the garage late afternoon when it cooled down. The super fuel must have pumped much easier otherwise there would have been lots of Landys stuck in the Sahara.
Mike:)

[ashhhhh]

You don't have an air leak in the line somewhere?

[JayBoRover]

I remember reading in some of Len Beadel's books that he would often face problems with fuel vaporising in the lines while surveying some of the central roads in the 50's and 60's(?). He would solve by taking several mouthfuls of water and spitting it out as a stream directed onto the fuel lines. This would happen to him frequently. So how about testing if the same resolves your issue and if it does the simply rig up a windscreen washer bottle and motor to direct water onto the fuel pump and lines?
Otherwise maybe a Dakar trick of wrapping all the lines in insulation foil or the other of blowing into the breather pipe to pressurise the fuel tank. (I think the latter is to stop fuel actually boiling in the tank, so maybe not applicable for your issue).

[wrinklearthur]

I remember reading in some of Len Beadel's books that he would often face problems with fuel vaporising in the lines while surveying some of the central roads in the 50's and 60's(?). He would solve by taking several mouthfuls of water and spitting it out as a stream directed onto the fuel lines. This would happen to him frequently. So how about testing if the same resolves your issue and if it does the simply rig up a windscreen washer bottle and motor to direct water onto the fuel pump and lines?
Otherwise maybe a Dakar trick of wrapping all the lines in insulation foil or the other of blowing into the breather pipe to pressurise the fuel tank. (I think the latter is to stop fuel actually boiling in the tank, so maybe not applicable for your issue).

I ripped up some old towel, then wrapped the strips around the fuel line and kept them wet.
That worked well until I got time to fix the bonnet hinges with a sledge hammer to straighten them out. :twisted:
By doing that, created a bigger gap between the mudguard and the bonnet to let the hot air out.
.

[Defender Mike]

The Landrover Mob did a trip to Landor Races a few weeks back and all of them experienced fuel vaporisation problems same as what I had Sunday and again today briefly. Old mate Graeme has now insulated his lines on the 48 with soft foam tube. I will look at putting another pump same as the transfer pump I used in the long range tank fitment close to the bottom of the main tank. My current transfer pump refills my main tank from the top similar to what Jaybo and I fitted to our new 90's. We pulled apart the Fairey o/drive today and its a mess needs new lay gear and output gear axs well as all the bearings. I got ripped off a bit with that one on Ebay but when finished it will have cost me around $1400. I got most of the bearings here in Perth and the rest is coming from Craddocks all $380 ponds worth:o. Still when done it will be good as new. My head gasket and bits have arrived once iu pull the head off I will see if it needs new valves ,guides and seats or just a clean up and reseat.
New 80 channel radio fitted to the Defender as well today very busy.
Mike:)

[107gus]

Ear plugs are your friend with an overdrive, even a quiet one

[Defender Mike]

How's Sydney treating you . Are you heading over our way soon or waiting until after Christmas.
Mike:)

[107gus]

Sydney is fun, but a city. Will be sometime in the new year before I get that way.

[Defender Mike]

There is a lot to see on the way over here Landrover wise, there is a little town in SA quite famous for its Series 1's probably more there in one town than anywhere else in Australia. I should introduce you to everyone here as you never know when you may need a local to help out on the way across.
Mike:)

[chazza]

I will look at putting another pump same as the transfer pump I used in the long range tank fitment close to the bottom of the main tank.

We pulled apart the Fairey o/drive today and its a mess needs new lay gear and output gear axs well as all the bearings. Still when done it will be good as new.

I am going to do the same with a pump on mine Mike - if you take the valves out of the SU, it can pump through it without ruining the look of it.

From what I hear of the Fairey, it needs more oil than it can currently take - what about making an auxiliary oil tank for it, or a bigger sump?

Cheers Charlie

[Defender Mike]

I am going to do the same with a pump on mine Mike - if you take the valves out of the SU, it can pump through it without ruining the look of it.

From what I hear of the Fairey, it needs more oil than it can currently take - what about making an auxiliary oil tank for it, or a bigger sump?

Cheers Charlie

Yes Charlie I am looking at adding an external reservoir & oil cooler for the O/D and putting in an a electrical oil scavenge pump with a switch on the gear stick to circulate the oil. With the SU you can pump through it when required so only need to use the booster on hot days or if the SU dies.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Just picked up Borumbah from the canvas man. New canopy looks good but it has to shrink a little yet.
Mike

[andy_d110]

Just picked up Borumbah from the canvas man. New canopy looks good but it has to shrink a little yet.
Mike

Looks great mate! When is next run away with the Mob??

[Defender Mike]

Not sure what's coming up but the CSR trip is the one looking forward to. Just waiting for my parabolic springs to arrive and O/D parts from Craddocks and it will be finished.
Mike

[Lost Landy]

What brand of parabolic springs are you getting?
Iam also thinking of getting a set for my 88" series 1!

[Defender Mike]

I'm getting Rocky Mountain mainly because there is a container coming in January you better get in quick and order them, as of last week the container was filling up quick. I'm getting a spin on filter adapter as well.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Just picked up my new tail gate parts just need to mitre the corners and rivet together. My sheety did a first class job the parts all fit like a thumb in a thimble lol. Mike

[Defender Mike]

Good Karma must be shining on me . Today coming back from Port Beach in Borumbah we came across a rather weathered Series 2 we pulled over for a chat. My new mate got me to follow him home and I was presented with a Fairey overdrive and a pair of very old Bosh spot lights (tear drop type as seen on Series 1's) now surplus to his requirements. My mate has had his Series 2 for over 30 years it was his first car. He tells me that back home in NSW his family are still using 2 Full Grill early Series 1's as everyday farm vehicles and that is where he learnt to work on them. I also came across a nice 107 ute in Bicton on Saturday with Qld plates but looking a bit neglected cobwebs growing over it. I doubt if its currently running but looked to be an easy fix up. :)
Mike

[Defender Mike]

Found an aircraft landing light that fitted the cover with same curved glass. Hows that mount bar could tow out a road-train with that .

[Defender Mike]

Fitted my roof racks today as well. There seems to be a worldwide shortage of Fairey Overdrive Lay Gears part RTC 7192 if anyone has a good second hand one they don't need let me know.
Mike:)

[Defender Mike]

Can anyone pick what's different about my tub to any other 107/109 its not the Canvas or hood sticks or the pop rivet repair . Clearly evident in the above photo. Mike:)

[ashhhhh]

I can't pick anything odd, but it's looking good mate. :thumbup:

[Defender Mike]

Looks like I may have a capstan winch keeping fingers crossed

[Defender Mike]

I can't pick anything odd, but it's looking good mate. :thumbup:

I added the extra tie down lugs so the zipper was held tight. ;)

[Defender Mike]

I couldn't resist these after seeing Sandy's 109 dressed up . I got them from the Mini shop. The old girl deserves a bit of bling she looks after me well. Now done 6000 miles since she left Keith's place 6 months ago. No instruction came with these and the clips could have worked but didn't in about 20 different combinations but I finally worked it out.:)

[B.S.F.]

I've always prefered the hinged ones.

[Defender Mike]

Got my Winch yippeee

[magilla]

I couldn't resist these after seeing Sandy's 109 dressed up . I got them from the Mini shop. The old girl deserves a bit of bling she looks after me well. Now done 6000 miles since she left Keith's place 6 months ago. No instruction came with these and the clips could have worked but didn't in about 20 different combinations but I finally worked it out.:)

Looks quite spiffy hey what ?

[Dinty]

Did you get all the parts for the winch? Cheers Dennis:angel:

[wrinklearthur]

Did you get all the parts for the winch? Cheers Dennis:angel:

Hi Dennis and Mike

There are so many Capstan's about that have been removed but are now without their kit.

Could we make a collection of detailed drawings of those parts as they come to light and then have them collated onto a DVD, that then could be handled by Dave to be sold at a nominal sum to cover costs.

Another DVD that would be handy to anyone making up restoration parts, is the DVD containing plans of all the body panel pressings, I believe that DVD exists already as a copy of the blueprints was taken back from Sydney back to the UK.

Just a thought.

[Dinty]

That's why I posed the question to him, it's useless without the mounts that hold the carrier, dog clutch etc. When I bought my Capstan years ago it had no mounts nor dog clutch etc, I had to fabricate the lot, it's do-able but difficult, well it was for me a Reg/nse ;) anyway here's hoping he has all the bits, cheers Dennis:angel:

[russellrovers]

Got my Winch yippeee

be careful si and s 2 2a mounts are not the same off the motor jim

[Defender Mike]

I don't pick it up until 21st December when I get to Brisvegas. The photo shows the shaft and spring and the plate mount. Its a MAP so earlier than Fairey so me thinks should be correct for Series 1. The Dogs are available on ebay and the brackets . I have no dowels in the chassis on the 109 so they will have to be drilled and welded in. I will have a good look at Keiths when I drop in although his Jumbuck has a Disco diesel with a Capstan on the front. I am having a look at Ians ( Back in) 48/49 and his 57 when I pass through Adelaide and will check out if I need any more bits.
Still cant get hold of a lay gear part RTC 7192 for the Fairey overdrive. I am looking into getting them made here in Perth. I ran the idea past Craddocks and they are keen to get some made up as well. I have a very good gear cutter close by and he has the correct hobb for the cutter already. If anyone else is interested in rebuilding an Overdrive you will need one of these , easier to get it through me on this run than buy it through Craddocks after I send them over to the UK.
Mike:)

[1950landy]

I used nut certs in my chassis & I can remember reading somewere thea Rover used them also.

[wrinklearthur]

be careful si and s 2 2a mounts are not the same off the motor jim

For those that are not sure, get hold of the series 2 parts manual and that manual does show the two types of kit, are they also shown in reasonable detail, from those drawing's you can find what is correct for the front of the engine that is fitted in your vehicle.

Keep your eye's open for any extra series one fittings they are really scarce and let us know on here if some show up.

I have seen tubes welded in the positions for the Capstan mount plate holes and I can't see why by doing that and then using longer bolts should be a problem?

Using Rivnuts would be the most practical way though.
.

[1950landy]

I swaped this winch for a 48 grill & some labour on a guys 48 firewall about 10 years ago, its taken me about 10 years to find all the bits betweem the motor & winch. The engine brackets are a copy of ones Russelrover had ( thanks Jim) , the winch mounting I made up from an origional the guy i got it off had & the roller brackets I fabricated out of steel using a origional alum one as a pattern & then had them galvanised , then wiped them with week acid to make them look like alum. Got it working late last year .:banana: Looks like i,ve got a water leak , probely the rotten after market water pump I fitted last year , had to grind all the bottom of the pump to clear the timing cover & drill all the holes over size so the bolt holes would line up , or may be heater tap needs a new packing .

[chazza]

Good on you Mike for going to the trouble to get the shafts made! :D



Keep your eye's open for any extra series one fittings they are really scarce and let us know on here if some show up.


Years ago Diana had some parts made for people who owned winches; I made the aluminium casting shown in one of 1950landy's photos for her.

At Wayne's request I made some patterns for the aluminium parts that support the fairlead-roller - incidentally an excellent job done by 1950landy on his steel copies - unfortunately when I cast them there was too much porosity in the metal The solution is to make a new furnace so that I can use my graphite crucible, but too many other jobs got in the way.

Anyway; be aware that I can make castings if someone is desperate for them, but I will need to clear an immobile S3 out of the foundry before I can do that,

Cheers Charlie