Series IIA Restoration Project

Damo89 · 28th July 2018, 04:50 PM

So I have just picked up a Series IIA 109 Wagon that seems to be in 'reasonable' condition. The motor turns over, there doesn't seem to be any rust and / or rot (a bit of surface rust that brushes off with a pass of the hand), but will still need a lot of TLC.

Seeing as this is the first time I have ever delved into vehicle restoration, I am after some advice on books, manuals, websites or any resources that I should be consulting before I begin to do any work. In my mind, I can imagine stripping the vehicle down, cleaning everything out, and slowly building it back up, restoring all the parts as much as possible to original condition. Keen to hear the experience of others here who have similar projects on the go.

**Homestar** · 28th July 2018, 05:07 PM

Always good to see another project starting. 😊

Have a read through some other threads here, there is a lot of good info. Yes, a good workshop manual is a must and they're out there as either copies or originals.

Oh, and of course the most important bit is - post pics often! 👍

Damo89 · 28th July 2018, 05:49 PM

Originally Posted by Homestar

Always good to see another project starting. 😊

Have a read through some other threads here, there is a lot of good info. Yes, a good workshop manual is a must and they're out there as either copies or originals.

Oh, and of course the most important bit is - post pics often! 👍

Thanks Homestar :-) Would you recommend the Hynes manuals? I see both a workshop and a restoration manual is available.

Here is the pic of how she was found. Yet to decide on a name. Also, the big decision. Do I keep the colour original or go for something different?

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Any idea what these are? Original or add on?

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**67hardtop** · 28th July 2018, 07:10 PM

Looks like a late s2a possible ex military maybe ffr. Nice.

**JDNSW** · 28th July 2018, 07:18 PM

The side steps are non-standard (as is the bullbar). The grille is S3, and the mudguards at least identify it as ex-army. There will be other clues to confirm this.

**Homestar** · 28th July 2018, 07:32 PM

Yep, could well be ex military unless someone just liked that look and cut some gaurds down themselves, but it also seems to have a side battery compartment so could have been an FFR. Dual tanks too.

Will need more pics to be certain - any of the interior and engine bay? 👍😊

Personally I'd ditch that bull bar, doesn't suit IMO but I won't hold it against you if you keep it. 😁

**Homestar** · 28th July 2018, 07:34 PM

Oh - I'd see if you can find some factory workshop manuals. Will post a pic of what I mean.

Edit - Here's a good start - http://www.legionlandrover.com/manua...reen-Bible.pdf

Damo89 · 28th July 2018, 09:01 PM

Thanks fellas. A bit more digging and yes, it is ex military as per this plate. However, the vehicle was actually built in 1970, but went into service in 1971. Any idea what this means for the seat belt laws?

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A few more shots

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**grey_ghost** · 29th July 2018, 06:48 AM

Those rear light protectors also suggest ex-military, although being a land rover almost anything can be retro fitted.

**Chops** · 29th July 2018, 07:09 AM

Nice. Looks like it might have been used as a camper with the curtains along the back.

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