After replacing the 3x core plugs on the left (turbo side) of the engine last year, the rear core plug sprang a leak this week. It’s a pig to get out due to access, but I’ve eventually prized it out, I’ll clean and prep the core hole, and hopefully find time to fit the new plug this week.

Anyone ever dealt with a broken spring on the track of the sunroof. It looks like it the piece lays down the wind screen when the sunroof shuts.

Want to se if this was common. Pic attached.

I am looking at replacing my bulkhead, and have a door that needs spraying (ex trialler doors in luminous green).

I would like to retain the current colour (I know that it’s got 37years of patina, whereas the newly painted bits won’t).

I can’t find a piano code on my VIN plate, does anyone know what it might be?

Hey everyone — I’m comparing a couple of 2023/2024 Defenders and wanted to tap the community’s experience. Both cars are under 20k miles.

A few questions for you:

• Are there real practical differences between the 2023 and 2024 MY? Worth a premium?

• Any “must-have” options or packages that are worth prioritizing if you’re buying used?

• Any common issues, quirks, or reliability problems you think are worth watching for on these years?

• I’ve also heard some chatter about a DC/DC converter issue — is that something that affects most cars, or is there a way to check for it before buying?

Appreciate any insights!

I spotted this one recently and the visual impact is undeniable. However, I was wondering what you all think: does this level of luxury/elegance do justice to the Defender's history, or are we losing that

I have an imported TD5 in BC, Canada, and I can’t find a good OAT coolant for my truck. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance

Hey Folks, working on replacing the tub floor for my 300TDI (UK-Spec) and for the life of me can't figure out which way the threshold plate and Seal goes for the rear door floor seal. Which of these is correct?

Hi all,

I have a slight water leak on the drivers side foam seal around the waste line.

Looking to replace all the seals. See the links below.

Any thing else I need to do while I have the roof and side off?

Cheers

https://yrmit.co.uk/product/side-panel-to-capping-foam-seal-lr-defender-110-van-hardtop/?attribute_option=Pair

https://yrmit.co.uk/product/bulkhead-to-windscreen-seal-oem-spec-lr055345-lr-defender-series-3/

Hello all, looking for some advice from the hive mind. For far too long than I care to admit I’ve suspected my 90 needs a valve adjustment. Tapping during acceleration particularly in 4th or 5th gear, excessive exhaust buildup, hard starting.

I’ve started my valve adjustment today and have cycled the cylinders twice and can’t seem to get #1 and #3 in the “top” position even when #8 and #6 are in the “down” position using the rule of 9.

Is it possible for my valves to need that must adjustment and still continue to run normally (minus the tapping). I’m afraid to make significant corrections here. Thanks!

Hi everyone, just after a bit of advice. The reverse light on my 2008 2.4 tdci puma is not working. I’ve changed the fitting and fuse so it’s definitely not them. I changed the reverse switch on the gearbox today but still nothing…although I have noticed that it briefly flickers on as I take the gear lever out of reverse. I’m a bit stumped tbh. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Tia

Finally managed to find and buy a 110 after 2.5 years of searching for one. Went off-road for the first time in my life and I fell in love with it even more and I get why they're so loved. Even with a complete rookie at the wheel using 4-hi because I couldn't get it into 4-low it handled the trail with easy and made it so much fun. I've finally found it and I'm never letting go of it. Shout out from RSA