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    Gearbox cross member.

    in Defender Forum (1983 - 2016)

    Posted

    Need some extra clearance for a non standard exhaust system. This being one of two options which would keep the intermediate section of the pipe nice and straight. The other way would involve putting bends in it, which, ultimately, I don't suppose will make that much difference to the flow but would involve more phaffing about getting it to fit.

    Jon.

    Autocraft South (Reading)

    in International Forum

    Posted

    I'm waiting for a couple of parts from him as well. I've just emailed him but depending on his response, or lack of, I might need his number too.

    Jon.

    The parts still haven't been delivered, so if someone could forward Autocrafts telephone number to me, it would be much appreciated.

    Thanks.

    Jon.

    Steering column lock

    in International Forum

    Posted

    Ralph, it came in a polystyrene 'encasement', no cardboard box, nothing to id it at all. In comparison to the original there are many details in its construction that are completely different. I'm 90% convinced this is a pattern part but I thought that I'd try to find out in case I've got it wrong and it is genuine then I can get it fitted this weekend and get the old girl back on the road in time for the snow thats been promised.

    It certainly needs changing....a few weeks ago some p*ss poor sub-standard excuses for human kind broke into the Landy and tried stealing it. In the process they smashed the lock but couldn't get the remains of the barrel out so instead they stole my Hi lift, sunglasses and a holdall containing a hide and assorted camo' kit and a butterfly net :huh: . Any way, an engineer was sent to have a look at it by the insurance company and I told him I was quite happy to do the work myself, to which he agreed.

    Chris, I don't have any reason to doubt that they won't willingly resolve this but I just wanted some info to confirm or disprove my suspicions beforehand. Either way it looks like its going to be another week before I can get it back on the road, which is a bit of an arse really.

    Jon.

    Steering column lock

    in International Forum

    Posted

    I've just received a steering column lock (part number QRF100870) which I ordered from the LRseries website. I had the option of ordering a pattern part or, the one I ordered, a genuine one. However, I'm convinced that what has been delivered is a pattern part, so with a thirty odd pounds difference between the two, I need to make sure that I'm right in my assumption before I call them on monday and point out the possible error.

    I'm assuming that the genuine one is still manufactured by Lucas (or whatever it is they call themselves now) and as such would have lucas and England embossed on the back of the switch, a number in the casting and an aluminum disc with the keys with the key number stamped on it and finally the dead give away would be the box, being either Landrover or Lucas (TRW?) instead of the polystyrene thing it arrived in. The part that I have is devoid of any markings and, the key barrel in particular, looks rather nasty.

    So if anyone has any insight on what a recent new genuine one should look like, I'd be most grateful for the information so I can arm myself, just in case.

    Thanks.

    Jon

    Electronic speedo

    in Defender Forum (1983 - 2016)

    Posted

    Thanks men...

    I've just given it a gentle thump (as opposed to shaking it) and the needle went to zero, so it looks like it should be ok. I'll still test it though.

    A most useful thread if ever there was one. Just need to find a loom now.

    BTW Ralph, how many communication devices can one man have in the cab of a landrover.....?

    Jon

    Electronic speedo

    in Defender Forum (1983 - 2016)

    Posted

    I've just received a TD5 speedo/instrument binnacle that I purchased on ebay.

    It is in generally excellent condition being only 2 years old, however, the speedo needle is stuck at 15mph. Is this normal or should it, as I was expecting, be free to move or does it need to be plugged in and energised to rest at zero.

    Thanks in advance.

    Jon.

    Short shaft R380.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    When I phoned Ashcrofts first, it pains me to say but the lady I spoke to didn't provide any info or offer any help/suggestions, it really was a case of 'computer says no'... which left me wondering why, hence my comment.

    Dave, thanks for that....at last :P. It would be just what I am after but, unfortunately, February is too far away, I don't think my gearbox will last that long, the vibration that has developed is becoming quite violent so it would be handy if I could find a box before christmas and fit it during the christmas holidays.

    Incidentally, what is the difference between the LT77 bellhousing and the R380 version? It must be significant if you're getting bellhousings made.

    Oh yes, still need to find a box from somewhere.

    Jon.

    Short shaft R380.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    Thanks Mark , I'd be most interested. The only thing though is the bell housing and shaft length, aren't they different on a disco?

    I tried Ashcrofts first. The one they were offering would have been perfect. I did ask if they could build one for me but apparently they can't (won't?).

    Does anyone know anything about TM transmissions or had one of their boxes?

    Also, a definitive answer regarding the use of the LT77 bell housing would be useful. At the moment my understanding of this is the LT77 bell housing is slightly too long.

    Jon.

    Short shaft R380.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    I need to replace my mainbox, which is an LT77s. What I'd really like is an R380 but it would need to be the short shaft version.

    LEGS would build me one but I would need to find the bell housing. TM transmissions has one on Ebay with the bell housing, but I've not heard of them before so unsure of the quality of their rebuilt boxes. The local dealership wants £1700 for a new one.

    I've trawled the internet and not come up with much so I was hoping if someone might be able to point me in the direction of a supplier, any suggestions would be much appreciated.

    Thanks.

    Jon.

    Valeo clutch failure.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    Thanks for the input everyone, most helpful.

    BTW I think The Harv was looking for the Valeo part number....looks like the Hobnobs will have to be put away for another day :P

    Jon.

    I just found this on a couple of web sites.

    FTC1994 Superceded by UQB000130

    Valeo clutch failure.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    I'm now wondering if the site I looked at was just using the photos as a representation and not necessarily an accurate picture of what was being described. I've just looked at some other sites and found both 4 and 8 spring Valeo clutches being described as the same thing without any mention of the HD version.

    I'd be interested to know if any LR Parts Valeos have ever failed.

    Jon.

    Valeo clutch failure.

    in International Forum

    Posted

    Further to recent discussions about Valeo clutch failure.

    This is a photo of a Genuine LR part clutch kit STC8358, manufactured by Valeo.

    Note the number of damper springs in the clutch centre.

    post-470-1227008193_thumb.jpg

    This photo is a Valeo branded kit of the same application.

    Just visible through the wrapper there are 8 springs, as opposed to the 4 on the genuine plate.

    post-470-1227008396_thumb.jpg

    So, why the difference and which type is prone to failure?

    I might be needing a new clutch soon as I think the Borg and Beck on my 110 is about to let go, so some clarity on the subject would be useful so I (and others) can decide which one to buy. I've used Valeo prior to the B&B and never had a problem and would have done so again but for the reliability issue.

    Jon.

    Lucas TRW clutch master cylinder.

    in Defender Forum (1983 - 2016)

    Posted

    The castings on both the old and new cylinders lack lettering or any other identifying marks but are both identical. The old one was package in a Lucas/TRW box and was purchased from DLS. The new one came in the new TRW box as you described but the cylinder was in a plastic bag with Lucas written all over it and it too came from a reputable independent local to me.

    Apart from that....its time to make myself look stupid now....

    Had another go at bleeding it today and discovered that the non return valve in my "eazy bleed" kit wasn't working properly. Got another bleedin' kit, and it bled fine.

    Who is it that never blames his tools...?

    Any way, I'll reserve judgement on its quality, see how long it takes for this one wear out.

    Jon.

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