New Project...

Hi All,

A few more small jobs ticked off the list today...

Firstly - the previous owner had made a mess of the transmission tunnel when he fitted the over-drive. Basically he just hacked out a section for the over-drive lever.

Here is a picture of the trans tunnel in place (with the ugly hole):
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psuwqsc5ft.jpg

I had thought of multiple ways to repair or cover up the hole.. I could fabricate a panel and then pop-rivet it on, or get a replacement panel and simply cut out a round hole and do it properly or install some type of leather cover.

Anyway - in the end I simply cut up some leather, and used double sided tape to attach it. Here it is:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psi2k9kjfy.jpg

I don't have a sewing machine - it would look a lot better if I had stitched the edges to sexy it up. Still - I figure that it looks a lot better than it did.

I also re-fitted the new Over-Drive knob:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psjyy130f6.jpg

Next job - refit a replacement dip switch. I had installed a brand new unit (can't remember where I got it from) but it is faulty. I have sourced an original Lucas unit and will fit that this weekend.

Cheers,
GG.

So today I continued on with installing some rubber - this time on the tailgate.

http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psu69s5wf3.jpg

I also removed the new (faulty) dip switch, and installed the new-new one:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...ps2h3czq7j.jpg

Cheers,
The Grey Ghost

Do you activate the dip switch with your knee?

On mine its down on the floor next to the clutch.

Might be easier to use if you can just thump it with your hand

I'll jump in here - hope you don't mind GG. Knee or hand. From all the pics we looked at, we couldn't find 2 the same that showed where it is supposed to live, but the main determining factor here was the length of the wiring loom - what you see is all there was, so it was never going on the floor.

I think the switch is on the floor in GG's other series 2.

Switch is normally on the floor to the leftof the clutch pedal. On military ones it is between the pedals.

John

Hi John,

Yes I know that it should be on the floor to the left of the clutch pedal, but as Gav said - the wiring loom didn't reach that far.

Plus - on both my series the dip switch was rusted solid because I guess the water pooled in the footwell.

I decided on both vehicles to relocate to that area because it can be pressed by either your left hand or left knee.

Unfortunately not original but I don't think it will rust being in the new location!

I hope not or it means I am spending too much time under water! Lol

Cheers,
GG

Hi All,

Well - I've been out enjoying my 101 (well, I was) - so work on "Roger" basically stalled... :(

This weekend I got back into the project - with some wins and some losses..

Firstly - both windscreen wipers (lucas FW2) are now installed and working (with the correct sized wiper arms)... Notice the chrome wiper arms - oh my lord on a Series !!!
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...pszrd5e9eg.jpg

Next job - install the bracket for the Hi-Low lever... I had installed new floors because mine had been badly damaged.. But when installing the Hi/Low floor screws, I couldn't get the screws to match up with the retaining nuts... Anyway - I got around the problem by using longer nuts/bolts:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psafcdfcz5.jpg

The next job - installing the rubber, glass, locking strip for the rear tailgate.. What an absolute fun job.. NOT... It's one of those things - once you have done it - it's probably a lot easier to do the second time around...
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...pswptlznup.jpg
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...pscigfsc2z.jpg

I didn't have the tool for installing the locking strip - so made up one using coat hanger wire and an old handle...
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psxfib0hy0.jpg

Next up - once the glass had been installed - I fitted the missing brackets that lock the rods for the tail-gate... Long story short - I had to modify the brackets that I purchased from the UK to fit... Nothing lined up as it should - I suppose it is a Series vehicle that is probably no longer square in any direction... Brackets installed - tailgate is now as TIGHT as a DRUM!
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psg5tfg3qh.jpg

Next job - install a battery clamp. It's not an original (which I didn't have) - but I figure at least it will hold the battery in place:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...psjkbxhtob.jpg

Next job - and sorry for the crap picture - I installed the passenger side mud splash panel:
http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/...pscwplasm6.jpg

The next job was to install the radiator shroud (thanks JDNSW)... Well I have learnt over the years "if you can install it the wrong way, you will"

* Remove the fan blades (only 4 bolts)
* Install the shroud - with the lip of the shroud sitting at underneath the top of the edge on the radiator (fitted beautifully)
* Install 4 x screws on the passenger side - simply could not do the fifth.
* Install 4 x screws on the drivers side - simply could not do the fifth.
* Try to re-fit the fan blades...

Yep - the fan blades will NOT go back on... So either I have put the shroud on upside-down (most likely) or the shroud is wrong... I am betting that I put it on up-side down... :twisted::twisted::twisted::twisted:

That's it - I've had enough for the weekend....

Cheers,
GG.

Going to be a cracking truck to own this one! And just in time for summer, pottering around locally! :)

Hi All,

We folks - after nearly 4 years, the journey has almost come to an end..

Gav came over today and we basically finished Roger... :banana::banana::banana: :clap2::clap2::clap2:

Jobs done today:
* Replaced leaking core plug (rear of engine block)
* Tightened up slight fuel leak on carby
* Tightened up slight exhaust leak on manifold
* Adjusted throttle linkages
* Adjusted hand throttle
* Adjusted idle speed
* Greased prop-shafts and all tie-rod ends
* Put oil in the oil bath filter
* Adjusted the drivers door
* Installed the bonnet + spare wheel
* Bled the brakes (again)
* Drained water - replaced with coolant

What's left:
* Speedo cable died (another ordered)
* Slight weep from block tap (another ordered)
* Brakes not perfect - going to get the local mechanic to give 'em a go
* Roadworthy

The engine purrs like a kitten. The steering is as light as a feather. It drives BEAUTIFULLY..

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...2017/05/85.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...016/02/455.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...017/05/273.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...016/02/456.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/im...016/02/457.jpg

A big thanks to Gav, Shaun & Mick... The project wouldn't have been such a success without these guys... :)

Yes, it drives! And, it drives really well! This is by far the best steering series LR I've driven. With all new tie rod ends, the steering relay being in good condition and within spec, the swivels being within spec and the new 700/16 tyres, it steers as light as a feather (ok, a heavy feather but very easy to steer).

The engine runs very well, all the gears work and you can sort of stop it when needed...:D

The photos don't do it justice - it really has been a nuts and bolts resto - nothing has been missed and it shows. The interior and dash look like new.

You should be very proud of your efforts mate.:)