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Yeah errrrm I don't have them anymore.... I stupidly assumed the new assembly would come with them. I should have learned by now when it comes to LR, assume nothing...

I bought a complete set of new genuine switches. But there seems to be 2 little bolts or screws that holds the windscreen wiper stalk (part number 8) onto the main switch that I don't have. Looking at the allbrit diagram it unusually doesn't show them. There doesn't appear to be any other way for the stalk to attach?

Good point. You will need v8 bellhousing and defender output shaft for the R380.

Thanks guys. Your posts are easing any concerns I have. HoSS I will be taking you up on that I will shoot you a PM when I get home later.

What exactly do you mean by "disco 300 running gear"? If your not planning to spend ££££ on a spanking new galv chassis, all you need is any decent chassis that used an R380 gearbox. The transmission mounts will be in correct place. Bolt engine and transmission together and temporarily mount transmission to chassis mounts. This then gives you the position to weld your engine mounts. Then remove engine and transmission. Repair chassis in usual places. Send chassis off to be galvanised. Job done.

Decided to start a thread on this in the appropriate section. Is purchasing products from foreign shores advisable? Even if the store is reputable? Shops like Equipe 4x4 might be ok seeing as they are within the EU, but I've seen some interesting products from a shop in Russia. However the site doesn't have an English option and trying to decipher the site is nigh on impossible as Google Translate is really struggling. Maybe it's because I'm using mobile version? Maybe I need to find someone who speaks Russian..

I'm also liking the security bars over the rear side windows. Is there anything like that available here? Converting Rubles to Sterling reveals that the price is under £200 if I'm reading that right? I wonder how easy it is to purchase goods from Russia...

The fact is there's lots of seats that can be made to fit. The big problem is that there are very few that have the low seat base of the standard defender, or defender specific seats. While this may not be a big problem for short - average height drivers, for guys that are 6' plus like myself it becomes a problem. I really like the Defender XS Premium seats but don't have the funds to stretch to that. Right now I'm looking at seats from smart car, RX8 or Discovery1. I'm erring towards RX8 cloth seats right now. I'd like to keep them LR but it looks as though the Discovery bases look to be twice as thick as the Defender ones..

I know. Im having a time of it as well...

Well found Mike. Thanks. Some interesting products. As well as the rear ladder i quite like the look of the security bars that go over the side windows. Rear winch bumper is interesting as well for those such endowed....

DOH!!! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=e3nAdeAm00I

Noticed this on the tube. Really like the rear ladder on it, however i dont have a clue where its from. It seems to have KDT or KBT written on it but after a quick search i couldnt find anything. Anyone got any idea who sells it?

Depends what kind of finish your hoping to achieve. Mine didnt have 2 panels the same colour when i started. I flatted mine back a little then painted with Simoniz matt black acrylic. 1. Because i think it looks cool and 2. If it gets scratched (which any defender worth its salt will) its really easy to touch up and make look good again. Something that cant be said of gloss coats....

Hammerite used to apply really well with no brush marks. However at some point they must have changed the formulation and it is absolute carp now. I wouldnt touch the stuff anymore..

My eyes! My beautiful eyes!!

Good to know chaps. Just seems a fair bit of weight for a few little ali tabs to stop bouncing around..

Just wondering how people have secured their stereo units into the Raptor console? My unit has the usual cage that the stereo itself then slides into. The problem i have with that idea is that that the full weight of the stereo is taken at the very front of the cage if that makes sense. There is a lot of scope for the stereo to move around, especially off road. I was wondering if anyone had found a way to secure the stereo at the rear somehow?

Thanks Mo. One from LaSalle would be my ultimate aim eventually. As well as yourself there are many that highly recommend them. I was just hopeful that there might be a slightly more affordable alternative in the meantime. That being said even the standard headlinings seem to be a bit spendy if in decent condition so i may have to consider biting the bullet.. Cheers

Thanks for the detailed reply. Only thing is i dont have any headlining at all to refurb. I will need to purchase one. Just looking for one with no Alpine windows..

Apart from the very good but very expensive LaSalle, what are my options regarding 110 headlining? Baring in mind that i have a plain roof without Alpine windows. All the LR headlinings seem to have the Alpine windows.

Crownwheel & Pinion.

It appears that they have only recently started doing 4.75 for td5 rear axle. Last time i looked only a few weeks ago they only did 4.75 for salisbury rear

Not a bad looking 110, but surely this belongs in here if only for the wheels... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-DEFENDER-110-LHD-LOTS-OF-EXTRAS-USED-IN-FEATURE-FILM-EXPORT-/231517771111?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item35e788d567

Yep what Bowie says. I will be running 35's, and because i already have a freshly rebuilt transfer box i didnt want to mess with that. Therefore i will need to go 4.7 cw&p's. In short yeah, you went the wrong way. Big top speed though...........eventually

Any pics Mike?