Defender 110 Doors - will not close properly

[Rock Doctor]

I have a 2002 110 and the rear LHS door and Driver's door will not stay closed or not close at all. They get onto the first catch but will not go to the full closed position. I have tried adjusting the position of the striker plate but with no appreciable success. Anybody have any clues re this one please.

Rock Doctor
Defender 110
Range Rover HSE
Landy SII (semi-comatose)

[Jock The Rock]

Happened to a mate of mine, it is possible to close the door fully; but with the slightest pressure they pop open?

We tried a new striker plate but that didn't work. In the end we had to put a new latch mechanism in, wasn't too hard to do. They are expensive to buy new ( I think about $140 each) but you may be able to pick up a second hand one like we did.

Either that or try adjusting the hinges, but I doubt that is the case

[lardy]

you may need to loosen the stricker and pack it out or un pack it i will look through a recent copy of lroi and get back to you ....how are the hinges regards andy

[lardy]

when i look up the mag maybe if you are nor you wanna come round for a look so you can suss it out no worries andy

[Rock Doctor]

Jock, Thanks for your comments, you describe the situation exactly. Your comments appreciated.

Lardy, I will wait to se what you come up with from your mag. I will drop by and see you then if OK with you, I am NOR so should be easy. Contact by e-mail is ironore@westnet.com.au

Regards
Chris R. aka Rock Doctor :)