101's needing home

[Brad110]

I was at AJ (Anthony Johnstons) yesterday enquiring about work/ parts for my Defender and S1 and couldn't get a park due to the number of 101 in his shed.

With all the talk and hot air from this group re 101 I thought they were all sold and space made in the workshop for other vehicles. I as we all do lust after a beastly 101 and was of the impression that they were all sold but.....they are all still available, all3, one 12v with hardtop ex RAF, one FFR 24v and another converted to a 300Tdi.

Can you all buy one so firstly you can justify the amount of traffic/ gos on this thread, and more importantly, make room in Anthony's workshop for our S1 repairs

[Sitec]

Only 2 are available! The diesel is on its way to a new home on Sat.... ;)

[Homestar]

One of the remaining two is being looked at on Saturday and may find a new home with another member here.

Sitec - what time are you going to be out there?

[Mick_Marsh]

Sitec, when will you be ready to be picked up?


With all the talk and hot air from this group re 101
Ha! Hot air. Really.

It's all important, riveting discussion.

[Sitec]

As soon as it gets light! I'm flying in the night b4, so whatever time you say and I'll be ready! :) v excited now at the prospect of another 101!!! Not so sure about the drive into the unknown tho!!!!! As for the hot air... Pfttt!

[DasLandRoverMan]

Living the dream with a 101 in Australia.

Maybe a little jealousy creeping in?

[Sitec]

Yeah, how gud is that! Roll on summer!! :) The journey home will b a cold one tho!! :(

[DasLandRoverMan]

On the hunt for another big Nissan, or something different?

[Sleepy]

The journey home will b a cold one tho!! :(

Cold is something I haven't experienced in the 101. I have my trusty 3.9Litre Heater sitting right next to me. (even a diesel generates some heat!!):p

Although I would recommend some ear plugs.:eek:

[Mick_Marsh]

Cold is something I haven't experienced in the 101. I have my trusty 3.9Litre Heater sitting right next to me. (even a diesel generates some heat!!):p

Although I would recommend some ear plugs.:eek:
You have all that thermal insulating marine carpet.
It's amazing how much heat gets sucked out by bare panels. My feet get quite cold in the 101.

[Sitec]

Sleepy, no ear plugs.. Want to hear what's going on!! It'll b cold... Given! :)... DasLandRoverMan... 220hp Cummins 6Bt and the Spicer 5 speed from a Daf 45 against 1003:1 Transfer case and 4.7:1 ring and pinion. Been talking to a breakers in the UK as they're silly money over here. First job will be to go thru it and check all that I have! :D

[Sleepy]

The ear plugs are only for longer trips - it does get a BIT LOUD. ALTHOUGH I CAN STILL HEAR WHATS GOING ON ....sorry was I yelling again. :D

Sounds like an interesting donk, will be looking forward to hearing more about it.

[The ho har's]

Yeah, how gud is that! Roll on summer!! :) The journey home will b a cold one tho!! :(

SUMMER in a 101, hot as hell:o even taking the door tops off only gives a little relief:( the journey home for you will be warm and NOISY:D

Bit offened by the statement "all the talk and hot air etc" just as well we own a 101, has lots of hot air:p:wasntme::D

Mrs hh:angel:

[DasLandRoverMan]

Sleepy, no ear plugs.. Want to hear what's going on!! It'll b cold... Given! :)... DasLandRoverMan... 220hp Cummins 6Bt and the Spicer 5 speed from a Daf 45 against 1003:1 Transfer case and 4.7:1 ring and pinion. Been talking to a breakers in the UK as they're silly money over here. First job will be to go thru it and check all that I have! :D


Seems a fairly sound plan. Give me a shout if you need any assistance with things over here.

[Brad110]

Sounds as if we are making room in Anthoney's shed.

Thank you all that bit- I will get some earplugs for the delivery and additional for the poor ones who live with the moaners that missed out.

Thanks again for making room for business as usual in AJ workshop.

[Mick_Marsh]

Hey Brad. Is your S1 the one that has been in the back of his shed for quite some time?

[101RRS]

SUMMER in a 101, hot as hell:o even taking the door tops off only gives a little relief:( the journey home for you will be warm and NOISY:D



Ventilation and heat in summer and cold in winter is an issue with a 101. I have found extra insulation under the engine cover, particularly over the top of the radiator is an absolute must.

I did this on mine and heat in summer is now bearable (just) and noise is much reduced so that you can even talk.

Ventilation is a weak point - Ron has some vents in the front that seem to work and I am going to put some eyeball vents in the footwells to take fresh air from the tunnel to the footwells.

Nevertheless expect temps inside to be about 10 degrees warmer than outside even with the sides up - until outside temp then drops - then cold all round.

A lot of heat comes in through the canvas roof when the sun is out.

Garry

[Brad110]

No Mick

I just went around to get some parts and there were a line up of leafers awaiting attention and the 101 were dominating the landscape.

Thought I would just make comment re amount of communication concerning these 3 vehicles that had been awaiting new owners.:)

[Sitec]

Cheers DasLandRoverMan. Dealing with a guy at truckbizzltd at the mo... He's a truck wrecker.. Hoping to get the bigger 200+BHP motor with the in line pump coupled to the 5 speed... If he does not come good I'll let you know! Cheers. :)

[The ho har's]

Ventilation and heat in summer and cold in winter is an issue with a 101. I have found extra insulation under the engine cover, particularly over the top of the radiator is an absolute must.

I did this on mine and heat in summer is now bearable (just) and noise is much reduced so that you can even talk.

Ventilation is a weak point - Ron has some vents in the front that seem to work and I am going to put some eyeball vents in the footwells to take fresh air from the tunnel to the footwells.

Nevertheless expect temps inside to be about 10 degrees warmer than outside even with the sides up - until outside temp then drops - then cold all round.

A lot of heat comes in through the canvas roof when the sun is out.

Garry



Speaking of temps etc...are you coming to Corrowa next year??? Hope to have as many 101's as we can, thinking around 14:D.

We will try to convince PeterP to come with his as well:) So 2 from Qld:)

Mrs hh:angel:

[101RRS]

I do not know - I most likely will not decide until the month or so before hand.

Garry

[LoveB]

Any more for sale?? Would love one too lol

[Sitec]

I believe there to still be two... Rumour has it tho that that might become one this weekend.... ;)

[Homestar]

Any more for sale?? Would love one too lol

There will be several of us going over the remaining two tomorrow. Between us I think we will cover off all bases. We can let you know if there is one left, and what sort of condition it seems to be in once we are done there.:)

If Sitec can drive one back to SA, I'm sure you could drive one back to the ACT.

[Sitec]

Mmmmm, well Sitec is sat in his hotel room pondering what he has done and the journey he is going to attempt tomorrow..... It'll be entertaining what ever happens!!!! :D

[Homestar]

You'll be right mate.:). If you treat it as a big adventure you will in the right frame of mind no matter what happens.:D

See you in the morning.

[Sitec]

Yeah, that's the only way to approach it! I have warm clothes and spanners so 'All Gud'!! See you tomorrow! :)

[LoveB]

what price range should i be expecting? :p

[Mick_Marsh]

what price range should i be expecting? :p
Ron told us these were for sale way before this thread was started.
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/101-forward-controls-variations/176551-whos-looking-101-landrover-5.html#post1932084

[DasLandRoverMan]

Anyone fancy importing an Ambi?

Clicky (http://www.armylandrovers.com/1977-LANDROVER-101-Ambulance.html)

[Mick_Marsh]

One is sold. 12V GS.
The RAF one is interesting. 24V hardtop.

[Homestar]

The RAF one is interesting. 24V hardtop.

Agreed, made by real craftsman. Engine runs sweeeeet too.

[Sleepy]

Anyone fancy importing an Ambi?

Clicky (http://www.armylandrovers.com/1977-LANDROVER-101-Ambulance.html)

That one looks a bit tired DLRM, Is that a reasonable price for an ambo in the UK?
I saw a lovely GS sell for presumably not much more than that..
Land Rover 101 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LAND-ROVER-101-/151067447137?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&nma=true&si=2eJZ5BiQPEsDmefbmU2LUPxPbHA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc)

[Mick_Marsh]

That one looks a bit tired DLRM, Is that a reasonable price for an ambo in the UK?
I saw a lovely GS sell for presumably not much more than that..
Land Rover 101 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LAND-ROVER-101-/151067447137?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&nma=true&si=2eJZ5BiQPEsDmefbmU2LUPxPbHA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc)
Sold!
Ya gotta be quick.

[DasLandRoverMan]

That one looks a bit tired DLRM, Is that a reasonable price for an ambo in the UK?
I saw a lovely GS sell for presumably not much more than that..
Land Rover 101 | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LAND-ROVER-101-/151067447137?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT&nma=true&si=2eJZ5BiQPEsDmefbmU2LUPxPbHA%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc)

It looks worse than it is in the earlier pictures.

Overall a solid bus which is reasonably well sorted. It had quite a bit of money spent on it to get it on the road, including a new clutch, edelbrock carb and a load of wiring redone.

I suspect if you wanted it then there would be room for negotiation on the price, or at least what you got in the package with it.

[Sleepy]

Sold!
Ya gotta be quick.
That's why I was speaking in past tense Mick:p


It looks worse than it is in the earlier pictures.

Overall a solid bus which is reasonably well sorted. It had quite a bit of money spent on it to get it on the road, including a new clutch, edelbrock carb and a load of wiring redone.

I suspect if you wanted it then there would be room for negotiation on the price, or at least what you got in the package with it.

Nah, wouldn't fit under the carport roof. :p You obviously know the vehicle, which I guess is the "kicker" when importing one all the way down here. Often the pretty ones are not as good as they look.

[101RRS]

Beside that would have to be the most fugly landrover on the road.

If I were to bring back a brit 101 it would be a nice radio body.:)

[juddy]

Maybe a Vampire?

[101RRS]

Too rare - too expensive - obliged to restore and keep original so no fun.

Radio body is a better option.

Garry

[Sitec]

Well, the two that are left are up for grabs.. The RAF hard top is unique for sure but very well built, and would make a camper with minimal work. The frame is all wooden and lends itself to being insulated then lined internally. The diesel is still there, as I settled on the V8. Two reasons, 1, getting it over the pits. 2. The Irish stuff! A given really when I'm Irish!!! :)

[Landy Smurf]

Oh I thought the diesel sold first hmmm

[Mick_Marsh]

Oh I thought the diesel sold first hmmm
Sitec changed his mind.
The one he bought was the pick of the bunch although the motor was a little off. As he is going to change the engine and transmission anyway, it made sense to buy the one with the better body and chassis.