That was most likely a damaged piston due to a dropped precombustion chamber - usually the result of overheating.
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That was most likely a damaged piston due to a dropped precombustion chamber - usually the result of overheating.
Well, I only came across two of these vehicles and they both had the same problem, the agency I worked for gave up on theresQuote:
Originally Posted by JDNSW
So I'm up in Brisbane for a few days work and I've just had a message telling me there are three boxes that have arrived full of parts....
God I hope the weather behaves itself this weekend in Tassie!
Well... with the weather, work, travel and flu ive not had a chance to do much until this weekend.
I got stuck into unboltung the tub and stumbled across this on the rear hanger. I've never been able to find the chassis number on the front hanger or bulkhead as suggested.
Is anyone able to tell me if this is the magic number ive been hunting under layers of clay and mud?
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Yes back left hanger just like my 88.
it's been way too long since i posted anything.
Without further words.... photos
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All Australian built Series landrovers had the chassis number there.
I really need to learn to take more progress photos.
Meanwhile. Behind the facade of this innocent looking bookstore.......
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Test fitting of the sides
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Hi Nick,Quote:
Originally Posted by Nick6273
Just came across your thread on a lazy New Year afternoon. And I'm very impressed with your progress on such a not insignificant project for a LR newbie.
My SIII ex-Army 1977 ute is still awaiting some attention to his body work after only 17 years...
As you have no doubt found, Series Land Rovers are like "Mechano for 'grown up' boys" and it's very satisfying to be able to fix and modify things yourself, despite not being a professional - especially with the help and extensive knowledge available here on AULRO. Over nearly 2 decades, I've fitted parabolic springs and new dampers, rebuilt the gearbox (don't know why they put so many unnecessary bits in those things...), repaired/replaced wheel bearings/brakes and kept the engine (albeit a Holden 202) running quite well.
From everything I've read the Series 2.25 diesel is a relaible old lump if given some reasonable maintenance - even if they are unlikely to ever light up the tyres. The diesel has a forged crankshaft that is (apparently) a lot stronger than the cast crank of the 2.25 petrol. The Lucas-CAV injection pump is the same type as fitted to lots of British diesel tractors, so a tractor place that likes to work on old tractors could be a good source of parts and expertice.
Please keep us up to date with progress and keep up the excellent work.
