I had a spare afternoon today, so manage a few short tasks. First was to refit the modified gearstick and floor/tunel cover, remembering to reconnect the reverse light switch. I’m very pleased with the result on the gearstick – it looks like it’s meant to be that way. The front matting system was then replaced. […]
New Dash Console
I have bought a new cantre dash console to better mount the stereo and to allow more auxiliary switches. The existing centre setup carried the stereo in the sloping Tdi Defender mounting and had the two auxilliary guages and rear wash-wipe switch in the lower facia. The old stereo mount tends to creak a little […]
It’s Alive!
The seat base and front floors are in, and the Defender side steps have been blasted, read leaded, painted and refitted. The steps are essential due to the increased height of the Land Rover – there’s no way that Helena would be able to get in and out, and even I’d struggle without them. The […]
Finished Rear Matting
I have finished fitting the rear tub matting and corner strips. I also finally fitted the rivnuts for the rear fuel tank inspection panel in the tub floor and bolted it down with countersunk M6 bolts. The next job in the tub will be fitting the second row seats.
Tub Matting
A busy day with various jobs around the house, so I’ve only done a small amount more on the rear tub mat, mainly fitting some black PVC angle to trim the corners. I’ve used stainless steel screws to secure the lengths. I hope to do some more tomorrow and fit the battery tray.
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