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#51
Wanted / Interior panel fasteners and e...
Last post by dijansmith - July 28, 2026, 10:17 AMI am getting read to put panel and headliners in my series. Would anyone have any on this side of the pond to sell? if not has anyone come up with a local option for these? Plus would any have a front panel supports like the one seen in the second pic? I only need on of the top ones if anyone has any.
#52
Events / Re: 2026 European Classic Car ...
Last post by Red90 - July 24, 2026, 10:01 AMI often wonder if anyone actually pays those prices.
#53
Technical Discussions / Re: D5 Td6 lifespan and durabi...
Last post by JohnnyO - July 24, 2026, 07:10 AMOK, so I feel the need to chime in here. I am a long-time loyal fan of all things Land Rovers. I love the marque, the heritage, and everything it represents. The adventurous stories and history behind the brand are inspiring, however 'modern' JLR products are not what they used to be.
There are solid reasons behind the reliability reputation, or lack thereof. With blind bias in the purchase process, I have had the pleasure of owning two LR4's and a new Defender. I loved the way they drove. This was all within a five-year span.
Why so many vehicles in such a short period of time? Because every one of them was a POS. Each had less mileage than the one before, hoping things would improve. I grew tired of them leaving me stranded (twice) and the constant trips to the mechanic because they are far too complex to repair. The Gap OBDII diagnostic tool was my friend and without it there would have been many more tow trucks involved.
The breaking point was the $5K headlight estimate on the new Defender. ( I managed to replace it myself with a $500 FB Marketplace find – taken out of context that sounds insane.)
I can appreciate the original post was in regard to the TD6 but the entire vehicle needs to be considered. Buy new with plans to dump it after the warranty is up and you'll be fine. Lesson learned.
With my tail between my legs, I made the conscious decision to keep my marriage intact and purchase Japanese for a daily driver. I'm now on my sixth (classic) Defender and plan to keep to the 'true' Landies until such time as JLR get it right.
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There are solid reasons behind the reliability reputation, or lack thereof. With blind bias in the purchase process, I have had the pleasure of owning two LR4's and a new Defender. I loved the way they drove. This was all within a five-year span.
Why so many vehicles in such a short period of time? Because every one of them was a POS. Each had less mileage than the one before, hoping things would improve. I grew tired of them leaving me stranded (twice) and the constant trips to the mechanic because they are far too complex to repair. The Gap OBDII diagnostic tool was my friend and without it there would have been many more tow trucks involved.
The breaking point was the $5K headlight estimate on the new Defender. ( I managed to replace it myself with a $500 FB Marketplace find – taken out of context that sounds insane.)
I can appreciate the original post was in regard to the TD6 but the entire vehicle needs to be considered. Buy new with plans to dump it after the warranty is up and you'll be fine. Lesson learned.
With my tail between my legs, I made the conscious decision to keep my marriage intact and purchase Japanese for a daily driver. I'm now on my sixth (classic) Defender and plan to keep to the 'true' Landies until such time as JLR get it right.
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#54
Events / 2026 European Classic Car Meet
Last post by JohnnyO - July 24, 2026, 05:44 AMThe blue one is up for sale. $130,000 USD for a restored Defender? These prices are insane.
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#55
Events / Re: 2027 Alexander Mackenzie
Last post by B-Red - July 21, 2026, 06:01 PMQuote from: Red90 on June 23, 2026, 04:46 PMQuote from: B-Red on June 07, 2026, 01:01 PMYou might as well put me down.What are the chances that the Lightweight will make this trip???
The trail is quite easy. As long as you are okay with the road drive, there is no issue.
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I am working on identifying the prep work for it. Would like to install new led lights for driving and new half shafts.
I read in a book that there was a wadding kit made for the lightweight. Would love to get my hands on one.
Also need to replace the tires. They are not fit for such a trip.
Then comes all the electrical wiring. Would like to test it out and water proof it.
Am sure will get more items on the list.
#56
Technical Discussions / Re: Install lap seat belts
Last post by binch - July 20, 2026, 02:02 PMwhere's the "happy dance" emoji LOL
Looking good Craig!!!!
Looking good Craig!!!!
#57
Technical Discussions / Re: D5 Td6 lifespan and durabi...
Last post by binch - July 20, 2026, 01:59 PMI'm wathcing this thread Kirk with abject fear of what we may learn LOL
How many ecm's are in there now.....?
How many ecm's are in there now.....?
#58
Technical Discussions / Re: Defender TD5 Rebuild
Last post by binch - July 20, 2026, 01:55 PMYou know what....? You are going to have to have a 'house' warming party for this gem when you are all done :-)
#59
Events / Re: 2026 European Classic Car ...
Last post by binch - July 20, 2026, 01:21 PMNice cross section of proper landies
#60
Technical Discussions / Re: Defender TD5 Rebuild
Last post by grizzlychicken - July 19, 2026, 10:59 PM
Well this thing goes in my battery box. Kind of looks like a Christmas tree
This is the battery management system. I am building for the defender. I will have two batteries in the battery box. One start and one aux 100ah battery (liFePo4). I'm using a redarc dc to dc charger, a low voltage cutoff and have a temperature sensor connected to some silicone heating pads to keep the batteries around 2-5 degrees in the winter (battery box is insulated ). I have a renogy battery monitor. The fuse block is for the aux supply so will run internal and external camp lights, a 1500w inverter and both the webasto coolant heater and airtronic diesel heater.
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