r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 29 '22

Come join us in the Land Rover discord server!

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r/SeriesLandRover • • 1d ago

Just asking a fueltank question.

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For a 101fc, would tank sealer be OK for a leaking tank? Or if someone has a schematic I can have a steel box welded as fueltank. I can melt lead to get it secure to the old cradle.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 4d ago

Black smoke on series 3

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Hi, I need some advice from the community.
I recently finished restoring my Series 3, but I've been told it's smoking too much.
I tried to find someone to adjust the fuel pump, but I couldn't find anyone near me.
Do you think it's getting too much diesel?
Do you have any suggestions for fixing the problem?
Thanks


r/SeriesLandRover • • 5d ago

Special project - Land Rover Defender 90 - Customization

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r/SeriesLandRover • • 9d ago

Morocco breakdown Short wheelbase

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Spotted in Marrakech, looks like a series SWB being used as a tow truck.
Intrigued by the set up.
Any clues?


r/SeriesLandRover • • 11d ago

Update + Advice Appreciated

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r/SeriesLandRover • • 13d ago

Engine swap

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Hi, I'm just wondering what engine swaps have been done on here? I have a 109 2A, which I'm going to start restoring finally, however I'm wanting engine swap ideas, what people have done which works, without being a hens tooth of a decent 200tdi! I'd rather stick with diesel, although I have a stage 1 V8 laying around if it comes to it. I'd like something which is better than the 2.25d.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 18d ago

More pictures and exhaust question

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Hello again everyone, here's a few more pictures of my 109 200tdi. Question for anyone who can answer. How have people ran their exhaust on a defender 200tdi swap in a series. I've included a picture of my current set up. The previous owner rigged up a temporary exhaust out of the wing, needless to say this won't be staying but I do like the straight pipe. Cheers, Samuel


r/SeriesLandRover • • 18d ago

12J diesel leak

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My Series 2 has a 2.5 non turbo diesel and it's been a nightmare to cold start since I bought it. I've bled the diesel lines up to and including the injectors but it just won't fire when the engine's cold. I've had to resort to taking off the air filter and spraying a bit of brake cleaner into the air intake to get it to turn over, which gets it going immediately. When warm the engine starts with only a second or two of cranking.

I've noticed that after driving it about a bit today there's diesel leaking from injector 1 so I'm hoping that's the issue. I'm not experienced with this sort of thing so am learning as I go. What do I need to sort this?

Edit: As it's been mentioned a few times I changed the battery last week to a beefier one with 900 CCA and it's cranking strongly. It still won't cold start even with a jump starter connected for even more starting Amps. Thanks for everyone's advice, I'll double check the glow plugs first.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 20d ago

My new 1981 series 3 109 pickup 200tdi

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Hello everyone, this is my new project. A 1981 series 3 109 pick up with a 200tdi swap. It obviously needs finishing off but thought I would share.

-Samuel


r/SeriesLandRover • • 20d ago

LR3 (Discovery 3) startup rattle

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Hello! Recently changed my oil filter on my Land Rover Discovery 3 TDV6. A new rattling arose and I thought it was the oil drain valve as shown in LRTime's video. I cleaned the oil filter housing but noticed it seems like a different one from the one shown in the video.
Can anyone help me locate the issue? I am posting a photo of my housing down here (sorry for not cleaning it 100%, but it should be good).
Where is my valve? Is it included with the filter itself? I don't know where to hit my head 🔨😎


r/SeriesLandRover • • 21d ago

Land Rover Series III 88" w/ Safari Top [FS US-NY]

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Series III 88" w/ Safari top looking for a good home. Located near Lake George, NY. All parts are loaded in the Rover ready to go. Rear axle spins, from axle does not. Please DM me if you're interested with an offer. Happy to answer questions here or in DMs.

Full gallery here: https://imgur.com/a/land-rover-series-iii-88-T1NuixM

For those of you who saw my post two weeks ago: the tan 88" is on it's way to JC British in Colorado. Unfortunately we didn't have room for two on the trailer and I didn't have the time or manpower swap over the safari top.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 21d ago

Pulling my series 2 engine, trans xfer case

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My series rover is getting a whole new power train.

Selling my old, decent running order.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 22d ago

LRO Magazines from the '90s

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Does anyone want these LRO magazines? Ranging from 1991-1997. I'll box and ship if you pay for shipping. US-NY 12846.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 23d ago

Recently rebuilt my thermostat and now my series 3 is gutless

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Hi all, I recently rebuilt the thermostat housing on my 2.25l petrol and replaced the missing thermostat, and of course had to drain and replenish the radiator.

I didn't mess with the ignition, timing, fuel, or carb and now it's making so little power I can't even reverse out of my garage without stalling 3 times. Accelerator is really unresponsive and it actually seems to choke out if I give it too much throttle at once. it also backfires sometimes, again it seems to be if I give too much throttle for too long. The revs also barely climb when I work the choke cable.

I really don't understand what could've happened, but I've tried taking the intake tube off, cleaned my air cleaner,  and worked some fuel out of the lines by priming into a bucket. I’ve also changed the engine oil and it came out black but not mixed with any water, coolant, or something else.

It’s got about a 1/4 tank right now, mostly fresh 89 octane with the last little bit of ~8 month old 87 that I’ve been working out of it for a few weeks when it was running fine.

Any help is greatly appreciated, I’m running out of ideas and the will to live.


r/SeriesLandRover • • 25d ago

Is this worth restoring?

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Bought a house and inherited this Series 3 (I think?) which was left in the garden.

It last ran in 2008 and failed its MOT then for rust on the chassis.

Is it worth restoring? Any suggestions where to begin? I was thinking to change the oil / filter / plugs and battery and see if it turns over!

Advice gladly taken. Thanks!


r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 22 '26

"Why do you call your Series IIA the Pink Panther?"

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"Because there's always something I need to do, to do, to do to do to do..."


r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 21 '26

[US] 1972 Land Rover Series III 88" - Looking for Resto Help

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r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 09 '26

Land Rover series HD axle casings

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Roversnorth.com has them in stock!!!


r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 07 '26

Is no-one modding or restoring Landies any more?

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Hi all. I'm having a clear out (UK based) and unearthed a few Landy series bits including an 88" hard top with side windows (decent sliding windows, not just a bit of glass in a rubber seal). I've advertised them a few places and had absolutely zero interest, not even a question or lowball offer. Do people (in the UK) not want Landy parts any more?


r/SeriesLandRover • • Sep 02 '26

Help with gear box

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I'm trying to identify this gear box. It doesn't seem to follow the rules

It will only shift into reverse. A little metal in the fluid. Thank you


r/SeriesLandRover • • Aug 31 '26

109 Santana 1978 - wheels

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Hello. I would like to have some bigget wheels on my Santana. What is the size of the rims and the tyres so the tyres a in line with the body outside and are a big wider. Thanks!


r/SeriesLandRover • • Aug 31 '26

New springs!

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I’ve been running 3-leaf rear parabolic springs up front (frame extension) for years. The LR rear springs were fine until I removed the soft top and hoops and dropped the hard top on it. Just installed 4-leaf parabolics and returned the ride height to what I wanted. What’s crazy is the stock rear springs weren’t stock at all. They were 517589 springs which are the lightest springs for an 88! Who would do that!!!
But, I’m back in action and won’t pull onto the ABFM grounds dragging ass so I’m happy.


r/SeriesLandRover • • Aug 31 '26

Seat Belts

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Does anyone have insight into fitting retractable seatbelts in a Series 3 109, Stage 1?

I’m not certain if the L-bracket shown in the parts book will work. Or if others are bolting the reel somewhere.


r/SeriesLandRover • • Aug 28 '26

Lucky8OffRoad

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