steve200TDi

I think it's just the physical gearstick gate pattern. Looking at the instructions on Foundary4x4.co.uk, both locks are fitted when the gearbox is in 5th and the transfer box is in High ratio. So I guess there maybe different dimensions between the two boxes. When I fitted my centre dash in my 90 I had to bend the gearstick and so I had to drill a new hole in the lock for the two halves to twist/slide/run in (that'll make sense when you see the kit). So basically there is room for adjustment if you can visualise how the lock works. Hope this helps Steve P.S. You may need the R380 version, but I don't know if a LT77 top housing would change the layout or distance from the HI/Lo lever. Thinking about it now it could just be the distance between the two levers that determines which lock you need?

PC chat: I've heard of this virtual machine business, but don't really know the first thing about it or where to start. At the moment, the PC works fine and meets my needs, but I appreciate that it may not last forever, so future proofing may help. I may need to sort my laptop out first before doing that depending on virtual machine requirements. Racer news: I stripped the shifter down mainly to remove the gate plate and to see how it comes apart. It's very simple in construction. I started the shifter linkage. So once that is done and I've made a bracket to support and hold the cable I can properly test out my new gate plate to see if I have the measurements right. Steve

Nope! It's completely stand alone!

Oh yes, sorry....XP! Steve

It was certainly a calm and sensible discussion.....

I have 1:1 scale drawings to offer up to the gearbox and shifter. The gearbox linkage is just a guess regarding raduis, but the gate plate should hopefully be close as I've done a lot of measuring and calculating to produce that drawing! Oh yes........and good old Windows 98! Steve

Yes! I think we had a level discussion on another thread about what level to get!

I had a quick play on solid works today. Using the dimensions from the gearbox and shifter, I've come up with a new shifter plate. I'll probably print a cardboard copy and fit it all to the gearbox to check shift points etc before either getting it laser cut or I'll get the drill and file out! Steve

Yes, I've seen that one a couple of times. So I bought it! Looks better in the flesh, as it has come with the cable! It has quite a bit of aluminium corrosion, but that can be sorted easily by some wiring brushing and painting. The gate plates are available to buy (in america) seperately depending on your gearbox layout, but I'll be making my own. So I've measured from P to 3 (on this shifter) the length the cable moves, so I have the distance or span. I can then work out the length of the shift linkage needs to be on my gearbox. Lets brake out my new level/angle gauge! So starting from P and recording the angle of every position finishing at 3, I was able to working out the length of linkage I needed! 71.54mm long, across 60 degrees. The end of the cable has a quick release ball joint linkage, so I;ll clean this up and hopefully use it or I may opt for a rose joint. This is as far as I've got. I will need to do some more maths to make the gate plate for the shifter and also decide what gate I'm having! Steve

Hi, I've found an Art Carr shift on ebay and so I'm doing my research into aftermarket shifters. From the review videos I've seen, they are simple in construction and built for off road use. What I'm wanting to find are photos of an install, the cables, the brackets. I think its just a question of designing a bracket for the gearbox that gives the right throw so that it lines up with the shift points of the shifter. The next question is, is a 6 point shift the same as a 7 point shifter? As I've found this on ebay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Land-Rover-kit-Car-Arttcar-Gear-Shifter/283913621895?hash=item421a921187:g:DBEAAOSwZCBd840o It only has P, N, R, 3, 2, 1 and I need a D or 4. If its just a case of making a new gate up with 7 positions then I'm willing to have a play and see if I can get it to work. I may have to buy a cable, so that will be another thing to sort too! Steve

It was more the gate layout, so i could shift without going into reverse or neutral accidently. But yes, thanks Mike for the order, it appears not to have D and so depending on how it is built I don't know if it can be modified and whether it has the shift cable with it.... Steve

I found this on ebay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Land-Rover-kit-Car-Arttcar-Gear-Shifter/283709093725?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 I've asked for a few more photos, but it could be a candidate for a new shift for the racer. I can't quite see the shift gate pattern, so am waiting on some photos. Steve

https://www.cromwell.co.uk/shop/automotive/pullers-hydraulic/hydraulic-pullers-2-and-3-jaw-kits/f/4942?query=sykes pickavant puller I just have the 2 legged version with the hydraulic Sykes Pickavant hydraulic puller part. It's stood the test of time as this was my granddads and goodness know how long he had before i had! It prooves old tools last! I've removed plenty of drop arms with it and susspension bushes too! As for circlip pliers, @Anderzander has hit the nail on the head! Steve Just had a quick look on ebay and this one looks like what I've got. The jaws or legs are self tightening as you apply force. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sykes-Pickavant-No-150000-Hydraulic-Ram-Puller/254608972642?hash=item3b47e09b62:g:njMAAOSwZtpezSHe

I may not of touched the racer in lockdown, but I certainly have been thinking and dreaming about what I'm going to be doing once I can get over there! @msb_axo sent over two defender td5 wiper boxes and arms. So along with the one that @GBMUD has been keeping safe, I have a full set to swap out! I saw swap out, it will involve some cutting, grinding and welding, but thats ok, I'm yearning for a bit of that! I just need some nuts to hold the wiper arms on! Regarding gearing, I have a 1.6 transfer box to fit, but I'm still reluctant as a borg warner is much nicer for racing. I would also need to make new mounts for it and fit new propshafts as they are slightly different lengths. I've know for a while that Tomcat Motorsport make a smaller gear for the borg warner to change it from 1.2 to 1.38, but they are either unobtainable or a special order. I heard on the grape vine a couple of weeks ago that there maybe 3 gears up for grabs..... So this landed on the mat the other day! So that's another job to add to the list! The existing chain is shortened by a couple of links and then tig welded back together. Steve

You haven't said what engine you have! Judging my the lights flickering it could be TD5, they need at least 11.5 to 11.8 volts to do anything. Under that they'll just click and flash! Steve

You might do better having a look on ebay. I found an old Craftsman with 12 speeds for a fraction of the cost. I cleaned it up and I've had no problems since. I know in these current times it is trickier and buying a brand new one that is delivered is a lot easier, but it's worth a look! Steve

I think that looks right as you will flip it over to attach it onto the under side of the vent flap. This will give the push point at the lower edge of the flap and increase leverage of ease of opening and closing them. Offer the flap up and cycle the flap open and closed, if you can do that?! Not sure how much dash you have apart? Steve

Something like this: http://www.puncheddeckinguk.co.uk/steel-decking.html What are your reasons for making a trailer? As there are plenty on the market to buy new or second hand. Steve

Good to know that this has potentially been done before. I might need a new shifter for the racer! Only reason I thought of a jag shifter is that my Dad had a couple of jabs and I remember the distinctive 'J' or 'U' pattern. I will pursue this. Please add if anyone has any more info on using a jag shifter! Steve

That's an interesting video! Will check mine now! Steve

I wish! I need to keep collecting the wood for that! Steve

Having not been able to access my land rover's as they are at my parents house, I have been doing house jobs. I also bought a scroll saw at the start of lock down and so I have been and am planning on making some wooden puzzles for my daughter. I also bought home some pallets from work and am making a planter to sit out the front. So I have moved from metal and turned to wood in these times! I'm also playing with solid works and designing some things to make on my lathe once I have access to it! I've been enjoying the sunny weather and going for walks in the countryside where we live with a 10 kg baby strapped to me! Steve

You might have to get creative with finding two hoses that will fit. Or you may get away with cutting the existing top hose after the first bend as it comes out of the head and fitting a joiner that will extend the hose. Say a piece of steel pipe with flared ends. Steve

It looks as if you just need to adjust the radiator hose, as per Gwyn Lewis' instructions. https://gwynlewis4x4.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/TD5-Twin-Alternator-Mount.pdf I guess it depends on how big your alternator is! Steve

You can put into diff lock too as well as wheel chocking. This helps cracking the bolts off as you wont be trying to move the whole car! Steve