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Just to be sure the prop is causing the problem you could take it off, engage diff lock and take it for a drive. I did this recently and it seems that I do indeed have a front prop problem. I intend to buy a new OEM prop.

Not sure if these apertures vary from year to year but if you scroll down to the bulkhead section of this article http://www.eastcoastrover.com/97.html from ECR's website, it suggests that the hole is smaller than it could be to allow LHD/RHD "swapability" and that the hole can be opened up to improve heater performance. Or at least that's how I read it.

Just in case you have not heard of them...post your details here http://www.landywatch.co.uk hope you get it and them

Just make sure the grease goes in the right place to stop them squeaking as well!

Flippin eck, that's a good idea. You've just got to start selling them now.

Doh just realised this is a merged post - did try searching but didn't find this thread. I bought the parts suggested by microcat but they are not right - looks like it is that galvanised bracket I need.

Thanks everyone for the replies - sorry I have not got back before now - have been under the defender all morning and then had to go out so have only just got back to my computer. That is exactly the picture I was after.

Had another look at parts on the internet and it looks as though I might need the same part as TD5s use - ESR4438/ WCU101320.

Hi guys, This is driving me crazy. I am attempting to fit a late (ROW) spec exhaust to my 90 300tdi. Just cant figure out how to hang the rear of the centre silencer. Anyone got any photos of the chassis where the exhaust hanger fits (the one at the back end of the centre silencer). This is the type of exhaust without the rear silencer between the chassis rails. Thanks

I have a feeling that Ratan Tata will not consider that acceptable. From reading about him, I think owning JLR is about pride as well as profit. Which I think is a good thing.

I think you have a good point. The Disco3 (before they stuck on all the range rover bling of the disco4) was a much more inspired design than the DC100 and much closer to what the new Defender should be. They could continue production of the 3-4 as a utility vehicle after the current discovery is replaced by the disco5.

I wouldn't think so...if they create a model that loses many existing customers, but gains lots of new ones then surely that is an argument for a new product for the range. If the DC100 was a new product aimed at a new niche, I would have no problem with it (a new small disco model maybe?). The Defender customer base is small because the product has been overtaken by, for example, Toyotas. Toyota seem to still be producing commercial vehicles for this niche and they are no charity, so there must be profit in it. If I were in charge (yea right ) I would use this as an opportunity to redefine the brands...Move Land Rover into a more of a commercial vehicle maker and keep the Range Rover Brand for the more Luxurious Vehicles - Freelander upwards. I think there is room for two or three Land Rover vehicles from a Suzuki sized Jeep with a Defender as the middle product and a larger Iveco Daily sized rival. Obviously sharing technologies, driveline development between business arms including other Tata brands. I don't see why the new Defender should take any design cues from Range Rover, I think Land Rovers should stand on their own - building on the image of the current Defender. Obviously these are only my own humble opinions as I do not claim to have any inside knowledge about the way big business works

I'm damn sure mine will live on...It's getting a galv chassis in a couple of weeks

Like you I don't to provoke anyone into some sort of flaming session, but I do think that LR need to further much further than tweaking the old Defender - comfort levels, safety, fuel economy, production methods etc absolutely require it. However as other people have said - look at the new wrangler, I presume it meets all those requirements, but still looks like a jeep. They managed a suitable update (including a military version...Why can't JLR? Granted the DC100 is a concept car, and an early one at that, but JLR have form for giving us concepts that look very like the final product, and if no one protests, that may well be what the next defender will look like the DC100. Still...If a real Land Rover is no longer available I can always go out and buy a real Jeep

Whilst there is some truth in that, I think there is a real appetite for a new model...they just have to get it right...unfortunately they have not I think that Jeep managed to update the wrangler in a way that kept it true to its brand and image. If Land Rover had done the same then I would be the first to applaud them. And just to prove I am not a complete luddite, I love the Evoque and will have one on order the very next time I win the Lotto Jackpot PS dont forget that the second hand market is very important...high residuals are part of what keep premium brands premium.

From what I've read John Edwards, Global Brand Director, Land Roveradded: "Loved the world over for its simple, honest and distinctive design, we are determined that the new Defender will be true to its heritage, while meeting the requirements of a changing global market. We plan to engage with existing and potential customers to help us finalise the details of the new vehicle. One thing's for sure, it's going to be an exciting journey, and we can't wait to get going." So I think it depends on the public's reaction!

Would have liked to see some sacrificial plastic wheel arches - a little like the latest jeep or maybe the deign below. Can you imagine what those big metal arches will look like after they've seen a few trees?

I remember seeing the Evoque concept and loving it and wanting one...I saw the Evoque (and sat in it) for the first time at the Trafford centre this week...I sooo want one. This Defender concept...my first reaction is...no thanks, I'll keep my 16 year old 90.

Think the Kia looks better...did I really just say that?

I like the Mini :)and love the Evoque - I like new cars This, however looks more like the Nissan Cube...Bl**dy awful!

According to ECR this is the official Land Rover concept. Don't want to go off on one too soon, but my first feelings are not good.

Thanks - Might get one of each and compare the quality up close

Thanks guys, If I could weld then I would be buying a genuine part and adding some strengthening, but as I cant, I may have to buy British

I'm no expert so this is little more than a guess but the amount of hydrogen and oxygen produced will be in exactly the right ratio to react back into water again. Therefore I don't see how any more diesel will burned by the addition of extra oxygen as the hydrogen will use it up. That is unless perhaps the reaction changes the temperature/pressure of the combustion chamber thus causing the diesel to burn more efficiently. If that was the case you would expect car manufacturers to use this effect themselves to increase efficiency and reduce emissions. Since they do not, then I will only believe this works when I see some hard evidence. Till then it's snake oil. Only my opinion though

Am after a new clutch fork...Ideally would like a HD one to reduce the likelihood of failure. The only ones I have seen advertised are made by Britpart...anyone used one of these/are they any good? Cheers Paul