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I have a 1987 2.5. dt 90 that needs the clutch plate replaced. I understand that it involves either dropping the gear box or removing the engine. Either sounds daunting for a novice like me. The prices I've been quoted sound scary (£600 +)so, I am hoping to either do it myself or, pay someone to do it privately (I'm on the Norfolk/Suffolk border). 1. Has anyone done this job and what tips do you recommend? I notice the Haynes manual suggests that it is easier to remove the engine than drop the gearbox. 2. I'll need to hire a hoist - would a jack be needed as well? 3. And, as I'm buying a clutch plate am I better off getting a clutch kit? Apologies for the questions, I'm quite new to all this. Any ideas, offers etc gratefully received.

Adam300tdi90 Thanks for the suggestion. Its an old 90 19j td model. I do now also suspect that fuel is leaking as the fuel consumption seemed excessive. I'll give the fuel lift pump another look, as well as checking the filter again. Worst case scenario I guess I'll need to remove and reseal the pump area.

Firstly, many thanks for everyone who helped resolve what turned out to be a fuel lift pump problem. Refitted a new one and tinkered around a bit and the landy went a beaut for over a week. Until, this afternoon it started to overrev, lose power and over heat from under the bonnet. I noticed that a clear liquid (didn't smell like diesel) was leaking from under the fuel injector area (may not be the fuel injector pump). I limped home (the landy did slowly gain speed though little over 30mph)and now wonder if anyone can advise me on the latest mechanical drama. Thanks in advance.

Thanks for the advice. I'm also probably going to need to remove the studs to fit new allen key ones for the pump to attach to the mount plate. What's the best way to remove them? I am considering getting two nuts and tightening them in opposite directions to make a bolt then try to remove the stud anti-clockwise. Or, maybe get a wrench and rotate anti clockwise until they are out. Any other or better suggestions?

Thanks - your help is much appreciated.

Thanks for the advice. What can be done if it turns out to be longer than the removed operating finger?

Hi I've managed to remove the fuel lift pump from a 19j td defender (1987) but the new pump doesn't seem to want to fit on to the mounting plate. I thought it may be an issue with the 'prong' part of the pump entering the hole in the mounting plate though, the pump wasn't sliding along the mounting plate pump attachment bolts. I refitted the original pump without a problem. So, can anyone suggest what the issue may be? Either the pump is wrong (I bought it from a reputable landy company) or, the bolt holes on the pump itself are mis-aligned? Any suggestions to resolve it as soon as possible?

It did do initially though, now it just tries to start and won't tick over. I've checked the battery - plenty of juice in that. Checked the solenoid and that's ok.

Hi Today, my Defender 90 (200tdi) was travelling at about 60mph and suddenly began to rapidly drop in speed, even on the flat. I couldn't hear any banging/clunking etc and assume it is related to a fuel blockage in the system? The movement of the vehicle (whilst not quite kangarooing) reminded me of when you fall asleep, wake up with a jolt (head snapping sharply) before slumping forward again. I topped up last Saturday and there was nearly 1/2 a tank when it lost speed. It has been driven quite a few miles everyday - if it was down to crud etc in the system would it have shown up earlier? Though the filter has been changed awhile ago should I change it? What could the problem be?

Cheers all - thanks for your advice and support. Money pit? - yes, now that's something experienced already! Its an old model (1987) and the kids totally love it, rust and all. I'm working on keeping it running at the moment though, who knows what gaffs and bugger ups are hidden under the bonnet and elsewhere. Today, I'll be attempted to change the lock barrels, and clean under the bonnet a wee bit more (ex farm landy). Add to that securing the battery (which should've been picked up on the mot?). Nice day for it!

HI I'm new to the forum and would like to introduce myself. I've now finally taken the plunge and bought an old Defender 90. After years of thinking, umming and ahhing and being persuaded otherwise it's happened. Driving and getting the drunken, jelly legged feeling after yonks behind the wheel is all part of the fun I'm told. I'll be honest - I'm not the most mechanically minded person in the world (although, hitting things with a hammer is good technique I hear)and apologise in advance for any stupid, air headed questions I may ask in future. I've heard great things about this forum hence, signing up. Cheers!