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Evening, I today attempted to replace the es9000 shocks on my 90 with some OEM Boge units however came across an issue with the top mount. It looks like the shaft is too long compared to the bush? When done up with the nut and washers (one each side, dome towards the bush) there is plenty of room for the top to slide back and forth - any ideas? Pete

Hi, Over the past couple of months an oil leak has occurred, above and beyond the normal amount of oil which manages to escape! I think I've managed to track it down to a leak between the sump and the block- would this make sense? If so what would be the best sealant to use when removing it and replacing it? Thanks, Pete

I haven't had any problems for about 4 months so the 90's finally decided it's time for something to go wrong! I changed the transfer box last weekend (to 1.22 ratios) and it has now developed a graunching sound when travelling at around 70 on the motorway or when going round corners in 4th with no power!!?? The sounds quite hard to describe but is periodic about every second and the period doesn't change depending on speed and feels like it's coming from under the drivers footwell. Does anyone have any ideas as I'm stumped? Thanks Pete

I picked up the whole interior of a classic range rover for £80. Fitted the back bench seat in my 90 then sold the RRC front seats for £100, so they cost me -£20!! Very comfy and they tip so you can still access the battery! Pete

Hey, Last year i bought a full set of 255/85/R16 KM2's to fit my 2 inch lifted 90. What I hadn't realised was that situations would change and I am now looking to do around 10000 miles a year in the 90. Clearly I don't want to waste these tyres on motorways so am looking at buying a second set of tyres for use during the week. What tyres would you recommend and what size would still look good under the lift? Thanks Pete

Just replied to your for sale post Fully good condition? Pete

So any LT230 box 200tdi, 300tdi, (td5?) should be able to bolt straight on? And although I have had it confirmed by the guy who rebuilt my gearbox, what would be the surefire way of ensuring a) i have a 1.4 and b) the new one is definately a 1.22 without relying on labelling? Pete

Hey, After completing a 8hour marathon journey to Devon then back again I have decided that I could definitely do with a 1.222 transfer gear as I do quite a bit of motorway cruising and no towing. Would the best way to achieve this be to buy the gears and fit them into my box or buy a disco box? The disco box seems like a cheaper option but are there any limitations with regard to fitting? Thanks Pete

I tried to follow him but as I was in the defender he quickly tagged on and made a sharpish exit!

Just had a website hunt and now sure it is the LRX 5 door prototype!

Saw this today on the bagginton roundabout- 5-door LRX? Pete

They won't insure anyone under 25 online but they're fine if you give them a ring. I spoke to lee this afternoon. Pete

Hey, After passing my driving test yesterday it was with trepidation I started to phone around for insurance quotes on my 1985 200tdi 90 with 2 inch lift. Quite a few quotes came in around the expected £1500-£2500 mark but then I phoned Footman James classic cars and they agreed to insure me, as the policy holder, having been a legal driver for 1 day for £790! They're classic car policy is valid for anything over 15 years old. It's third party fire and theft with restricted mileage- 4000 I think. Pretty good way to get started! Pete

Hey, I was recently reading Mark Saville's 'our vehicles' entry in the most recent LRO where he talks about his trip to Holland. It explains how their club and a guy called Marco Cruz produce greenlane roadbooks for greenlane trips around the area which area also 'designed to keep speed to a minimum by suitable ambiguities in the route plans, requiring considered decisions at every turn'. Has anyone ever done something like this or what do you guys think of doing one of your local greenlane area so that people visiting from different parts of the country, or even different countries could enjoy a responsible greenlane route without causing damage? Pete

Hey, As I will be venturing to Scotland for a couple of weeks this summer I am looking for some form of rear door mounted, two ring, gas cooking solution. What have other people done and where have you sourced the kit? Thanks Pete

Yes they do! Pete

Having just received the Devon 4x4 newsletter there was a big article about a 4x4 adventure company called Mudrut. I visited the website and it looks promising. Has anyone had any dealings with this company? Thanks Pete

1x T-shirt in small please!

Ah- I was wondering !

What would you recommend as good dampers for this purpose? Also why the ARB's? Pete

James, They all look like very sensible suggestions. What would be the advice on what to replace the lift with? Thanks Pete

Hey, As some of you may know my 200tdi 90 is currently mainly used for playing around on lanes and pay and play etc. As of this autumn it will become my main vehicle and will have to cope with a 3hr weekly commute. It currently has a 2inch lift, new BF Goodrich mud-terrain tyres and a winch. What would be recommended modifications in order to increase fuel consumption and comfort on long road journeys, with the off-road ability being able to be reduced as i will not be using it as much off-road next year. One good modification I thought would be to buy a second set of road pattern tyres. Any other ideas? Thanks Pete

Hey, As part of my recent defender rebuild I replaced the rear new with a brand new one which is the latest model. Unfortunately I can't seem to get hold of the right lock barrel. I have a spare set for the rest of the doors but they seem to be too short and the wrong orientation for this rear door. Does anyone know where I can get hold of a new lock barrel for the new door? Thanks Pete

Hey, As I have fitted a recent rear door to a early 90 I need to fit the later washer bottle with the twin pumps at the front to get washer fluid to the rear door- is it a straight swap? Thanks Pete

Hey, I have a pair of wing top mounted aerials, one for the radio and one for the CB. They are about 1.5 metres tall and that wasn't a problem as I used to tuck the tops of them under the roof rack. Now the roof rack has gone they just swing all over the place when at any speed. Does anyone have a good solution or a better product? Thanks Pete