Starting The Tub

Finally some work that I can document! The jackable sills/rock sliders should arrive next week, and in order to fit them, the rear tub will have to be in place. It'll only be resting in place while I fit the sills, but before i can use it for … [Continue reading]

Reversing Sensors

A bit more specification creep. i have bought a reversing sensor kit with four sensors and audible warning. I had reservations about kit (or, at least, my wallet did), but considering the damage that can be done to the LR and anything behind it, … [Continue reading]

Side Protection

I have bitten the bullet and ordered today a pair of Mill Services rock-sliders. These not only provide a full length jacking point, but should provide ample protection from jerryatric and female drivers in the super-market carpark, preventing their … [Continue reading]

Instruments and Wiring

The wiring has all been stripped back to the basic system and repaired. Most of the instruments and switches are re-connected with just the speedo to go. I have added an extra 2 position toggle switch to the left of the heater fan switch to … [Continue reading]

Needling

The job is now being held up by the speedo, which needsrecalibrating. It was previously under-reading by about 10%, butwhilst taking it apart to clean the slightly moldy face and reset theodometer, the needle came off! … [Continue reading]