Landy7 Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 Can't believe I'm posting this but after 10Y in the 'Defender forum', as from tomorrow, I will be joining the 'Series forum'Ā šĀ I've bought myself a Land Rover Series 3 88inch 2.25 petrol, 1972, 4x2 ex Belgium army. It's been sitting still in a barn for 20Y. It's possible that the previous owner started the engine up a few times in those 20Y but not certain. It's my first petrol project! Only did diesel ones in the past. I'm going to tow it home tonight but there is always a tomorrow, what should I check before cranking the engine a first time? I'm thinking about: - Fuel tank, probably needs cleaning, try with jerrycan fresh petrol first - Replace all filters - Replace oil - New batteries (24v) - Check ignition feed - New spark plugsĀ - Coolant - Turn it by hand first to see if it's locked up - ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 plugs outĀ turn it over by hand a good squirt of WD40 into the bores turn it by hand a few more times If it has oil in it still with no water in it crank it on the key with batteries until oil light goes outĀ Check for spark when cranking on the key if ok thenĀ take the top off the carb and clean out float chamber with petrol/brake cleaner , jets out and clean too .Ā petrol into float chamber and reassemble , connect fuel pipe at tank to a jar of fuel and start it up .. Ā If it runs then new oil filter an oil and clean tanks etc. Some pic's please , particularly the special bits - front axle and gearbox . Does it have low range?Ā SteveĀ 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arjan Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 Welcome to the other side.. Succes met het project ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 19, 2022 Author Share Posted September 19, 2022 On 9/15/2022 at 4:03 PM, steve b said: plugs outĀ turn it over by hand a good squirt of WD40 into the bores turn it by hand a few more times If it has oil in it still with no water in it crank it on the key with batteries until oil light goes outĀ Check for spark when cranking on the key if ok thenĀ take the top off the carb and clean out float chamber with petrol/brake cleaner , jets out and clean too .Ā petrol into float chamber and reassemble , connect fuel pipe at tank to a jar of fuel and start it up .. Ā If it runs then new oil filter an oil and clean tanks etc. Some pic's please , particularly the special bits - front axle and gearbox . Does it have low range?Ā SteveĀ Thanks for the tips! Will certainly do that this week. Some pictures, dust included but after a first wash she looks incredible! Oh yes 4x2, so no low range, no transfer box, no front diff, just a tube as an axle 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted September 19, 2022 Share Posted September 19, 2022 Great find , what are the light fittings between the side lights and indicators on the front wings - convoy markers ?Ā The pig tail hooks on the front are unusual tooĀ SteveĀ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 19, 2022 Author Share Posted September 19, 2022 7 minutes ago, steve b said: what are the light fittings between the side lights and indicators on the front wings - convoy markers ?Ā Ā Yes, in the back even 4! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted September 19, 2022 Share Posted September 19, 2022 What are your plans for it ? It's pretty original as found by the look of it . Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 19, 2022 Author Share Posted September 19, 2022 This one is 100% original, previous owner bought it directly from the Belgian army, didn't change a thing, drove it for a few years until the clutch cylinder went out and put it away for 24 years. He did however in those 24 years started it up a few times to move it bit but that's about it.Ā My plan is to just revive this old girl and make it my summer convertible Ā I could turn the engine by hand so that's good. I'm going to check the engine first, do the necessary fixes, fix the clutch, fix the brakes (all solid now) and that's about it I think, I like the platina so not sure if I should repaint her or not. Best part, tonight I'm going to get the second one. Previous owner had 2 of them and it was a package deal, but the second one was the 'parts one', it has a broken engine + broken clutch, bits missing and no papers, but I might need some parts of it anyway. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted September 19, 2022 Share Posted September 19, 2022 I'd leave the bodywork as it is , original is a once only event and tells the story much better than shiny new paint . Pictures will be great of the second one too.Ā Steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted September 19, 2022 Share Posted September 19, 2022 That's one rare thing I bet, 4x2, 24V radio vehicle.... and non-lightweight. Ā Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 20, 2022 Author Share Posted September 20, 2022 The second one is also home! Being it in a worse condition than the first one but hey, it's a donor car for a reason. Not on the pictures are the baskets full of parts, looks to be complete.Ā Also good for me to learn these vehicles and engines, I can inspect and try some things on the donor car first. I should get some detailed pictures of the engines here, not sure if it's standard but all components like distributor and wiring are waterproofed. You can see an example in these pictures of the engine, you can see the waterproofed wiring from the alternator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 I'd say that 2nd one is good enough to save too - a rare and original beast, I dare say someone would want that as a project - people have restored *far* worse things than that! Do you know @elbekko and @Escape, they are fellow countrymen who are LR mad and may be able to offer local(ish) help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 13 minutes ago, FridgeFreezer said: I'd say that 2nd one is good enough to save too - a rare and original beast, I dare say someone would want that as a project - people have restored *far* worse things than that! Do you know @elbekko and @Escape, they are fellow countrymen who are LR mad and may be able to offer local(ish) help. I would totally agree with that regards Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escape Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Good find, both of them! Veel succes/ bonne chance with the restoration. As Fridge says, we're happy to help or have a chat. Filip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbekko Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 Don't think we know each other, but nice finds! Good luck with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 22, 2022 Author Share Posted September 22, 2022 Thanks guys! Looking forward.Ā Some progress, wiring check, 24V check, engine free check, starter check, oil pressure checkĀ Let's add some fuel, yes? Ā Ā IMG_1258.mp4 IMG_1259.mp4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 Go for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escape Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 I expect next video you'll have it running. š Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landy7 Posted September 23, 2022 Author Share Posted September 23, 2022 No video this time but she purrs like a kitten! I've put the fuel line in a jerry can with fresh fuel, pumped the lift pump a few times, cranked the key and off she went!Ā 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 Ā ResultĀ Sort the brakes and lights out , change the engine oil and she's on the road . Adventures aheadĀ Very satisfyingĀ Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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