Thread: New Purchase '63 IIA Safari Wagon

James a good find! My 2A has a Faull's plate as well. I sent a WA LR club a question over failbook about finding a car's history but didn't get a reply, please keep us updated if you get anywhere. Cheers, Paul

Not sure who's got them but bob Webber of Rover club of wa may know contact the rover club

Thanks! Dgd69, I've sent off a few emails to the heritage center in Broome and to the president of the Rover club. (unfortunately I couldn't find Bob Webber's details)
I'll be sure to keep you all posted.
Cheers,
James

Update:
I've been cleaning the old girl up a bit and just fixing up a few things here, finding out what needs replacing etc. There are a number of things which are missing and I have a few novice's questions as a result:

It seems I have an aftermarket oil pressure/ coolant temp gauge which I am happy to keep however, it seems the oil pressure part is not actually connected to anything. Does anyone know where this line will run to and where I might be able to source one with the fittings necessary for its function? (Note the original oil pressure warning light stashed behind the gauges)
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I was also wondering where I might find a few fixtures for the doors and windows. I have all of the door window locks, but am missing one of the door locks (rear right door) pictured, as well as both of the very rear sliding window fixtures. I've taken photos of the examples I have. I think the door locks are available for purchase but I can't find the window locks, does anyone have any ideas?
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Finally, I know that exmoor trim do fantastic repro seating and covers but unfortunately this is out of my budget for the time being. Does anyone have any suggestions for seat covers I can use in the meantime as to not destroy the original elephant hide currently in the landie? I was looking for removable seat covers that fitted the front seats and rear bench seat (maybe even the rear jump seats) but came up short. My seats are in pretty good nick but are a little on the crispy side.
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Thanks in advance for your help!
Cheers,
James

The oil pressure/temperature gauge was a dealer option, but not usually fitted there except on military ones. (usually on a separate panel next to the main panel) The oil pressure gauge was plumbed to a Tee with the oil pressure switch on the filter. A competent parts supplier should be able to supply all the fittings needed, although from memory the thread on the filter is BSF, and this may be difficult, requiring you to get fittings made.

For the locks, try one of the Landrover specialists or someone who wrecks Series Landrovers, e.g. ho-hars on this forum. For the seat cushions/covers, I suggest you find a local motor trimmer/upholdterer and have a talk to them.

John

Thanks for the advice John,
I'll try and chase down some bits then!