Holiday 2008 Rovers North News by Rovers North

Family owned by enthusiast since 1979

Happy Holidays

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CONTENTS 3

Letters to the Editor

14 The Next 60 Years by Jeffrey B. Aronson

20 Born Free Redux by Louise Orlando & Andrew Barbour

INTERIOR / 8

34 Land Rover National Rally 37 Mid-Atlantic Rally by Graham Letorney

EXTERIOR / 13

46 Happy 60th Birthday Land Rover by Jeffrey B. Aronson

52 Behind the Steering Wheel by Jeffrey B. Aronson

OFF-ROAD / 16

62 Sightings

SUSPENSION / 28

PUBLICATION MECHANICAL / 40

ELECTRICAL / 50

BRAKES / 54

The Rovers North News is a publication of Rovers North, Inc. Publisher: Mark Letorney Editor: Jeffrey B. Aronson Designer: Matthew Martin ÂŠ2008 Rovers North Inc. This publication may not be reproduced without the express written permission of Rovers North Inc. 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA Sales & Tech Line: 1-800-403-7591 / (802) 879-0032 Website: www.roversnorth.com Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 - 5:30; Sat: 8:30 - 12:30 EST Prices subject to change without notice. Rovers North is not held liable for typos & or omissions. Sightings submissions may be sent to our above address or email to sightings@roversnorth.com

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Mark, On behalf of Texas Rovers, I would like to sincerely thank you for Rovers North’s generous donation of gift certificates, shirts, caps, etc., for SCARR ’08. As a Platinum Sponsor, Rovers North was recognized at our Saturday dinner, attended by over 200 enthusiasts from Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Virginia, Missouri, Louisiana, Argentina and England. The event attracted 100 registered Land Rovers: an LR2, several LR3s, Range Rover Sports, Disco I and IIs, Range Rovers, Defender 90’s and 110s, and several Series vehicles. Your contribution helped make our off road event and raffle a big success and your magazine was inserted into each registration packet. Your website has been added to our outstanding sponsor list and is clearly recognized as a preferred vendor by our 400+ registered users. Texas Rovers will start planning SCARR 09 this summer and it is planned to be larger and hopefully more successful next year. We look forward to your continuing participation as a SCARR sponsor for next year. Once again, thank you for your generous contribution. Laura Shacklette SCARR 08 Events Coordinator [Congratulations for the great event. We hope you like the article that appears elsewhere in this issue –ed] Dear Rovers North, I just finished the latest Rovers North News. As usual it was both fun and informative (mixed in with plenty of “I’d love to order…”). I am writing in particular to inquire if you could forward my contact to Louise Orlando. She mentioned in her “Born Free Redux” article a 9-page list of equipment and parts they used to prepare for their trip. My wife and I are planning some trips and that list struck me as a good resource for future reference. We will have to wait a while as our daughters are only 3 years old and 6 months old. We have a ’66 Series II-A 109” and planning to drive to the Gaspe Peninsula as a trial trip in the next few years, then incorporating the experience into planning and driving to Alaska some summer. Ultimately, when I retire, I want to drive around the world. Ambitious for certain but articles like Louise’s give me inspiration and hope. Paul Hai Newcomb, NY [We’ve forwarded your contact information to Louise Orlando, but why wait until you retire? Families pack their kids into sailboats for worldwide journeys all the time; your two daughters will love the 109” –ed.] Dear Rovers North, I have just finished reading your summer magazine and I do enjoy getting it and reading all the articles. I have had a long association with Land Rovers. I used to haul hay balers and demonstrate them in the 1950s using Series Is. In the 1960s, I used to use them in the interior of British

Columbia where our maps only showed mountain tops, rivers and the rest as unexplored territory. Of course there were lots of roads, you just didn’t know where they went but the ranchers used them. I have a 1961 Series II 88” (I have purchased parts from you) with a Koenig winch. I use the winch to pull in trees for fuel wood but it does not seem to have a great deal of pulling strength. I tried adjusting it according to the Koenig bulletin 1459 but it seems beyond me. I have rebuilt the Land Rover but the winch defeats me. In reading your article “Born Free Redux” the same winch pulled up a tipped over Land Rover from a steep bank. How does one increase the pulling power? We had a 100 ft. 1 inch nylon rope in British Columbia in 1961; using a capstan winch it would pull anything. Could one of your mechanics help me or could you put a request in the magazine for help? Brian Thompson Bent River, Ontario CANADA [A capstan winch can seem to have endless pulling power because it operates off the engine rpm, and because it feels infinitely adjustable depending upon the length and diameter of its rope. In actuality, there are practical limits. Every drum winch has a rated pulling capacity. If you’ve adjusted the winch according to the factory specifications, your Koenig winch looks like Lousie’s, it’s driven by the engine. You are either operating it at too low RPMS or its clutch is slipping prematurely and needs to be adjusted. –ed.] Dear Rovers North, Any chance I qualify for a coveted Rovers North mug for finding a great typo in the Summer 2008 edition of The Rovers North News? Brought a smile to my face! Matthew Gross, Capt, USAF Stewardstown, PA [No, it’s not really a Sighting, but it brought embarrassment to our collective faces. We are pleased you read the magazine so carefully, though –ed]. Dear Les, Thank you for your help over the years. My RHD 109” runs on parts from Rovers North. Paul Von Klosst-Dohna Thousand Oaks, CA [Thanks for the exciting ride on the Poison Spider Trail in Moab! We are delighted to assist any enthusiast in maintaining their Land Rovers. Congratulations on a stunning 109” SW –ed.] Dear Rovers North, I was Googling (if that’s a word) for some parts and your prices were best. You even beat out my local Rover shop despite shipping, so you’ll be hearing more from me. Jeff MacEwen [In the last issue of the Rovers North News, Calef Letorney explained how Rovers North could assure the best pricing in his article The Renaissance. Thanks for noticing! –ed].

HOLIDAY GIFTS A

(A) Gift Certificate RNGC50 RNGC100 RNGC200

$50.00 value for only...............................................................................................$ 45.00 $100.00 value for only.............................................................................................$ 90.00 $200.00 value for only.............................................................................................$ 180.00

(B) Born In Lode Lane What better person to recount the first 60 years of Land Rover than the man widely known as 'Mr Land Rover'? Roger Crathorne has probably done more off-road miles in a Land Rover than anyone else on the planet and has tutored more eminent pupils - including Prince William and Princess Anne - than any other instructor. His vivid, entertaining and highly personal tale is written by well-known car author Gavin Green to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic 4x4 maker. BOOK72 Born In Lode Lane ..................................................................................................$ 35.95

When heading into the outdoors, you chose multipurpose gear whenever possible - bonus points for equipment that's both functional and fun. From construction of emergency shelters and evacuation techniques to how to care for someone with a fracture or construct a solar still, your poker hand contains basic survival tips that could prove lifesaving! RNG2031 Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Die Out There!, Playing Cards ...................................................................$ 12.99

(D) Land Rover Experience Set RNG2013

Defender & Range Rover, Silver, 1/43 scale ......................................................$ 49.00

(E) Defender 90 Model RNG1241

Accurately detailed, 1/43 scale in silver ............................................................$ 22.50

(F) LR3 Model RNH868

LR3, Silver, 1/32 scale ............................................................................................$ 26.90

(G) Range Rover L322 Model RNG2006

Zambezi Silver, 1/32 scale.....................................................................................$ 19.50

(H) Defender 90 Model RNH870

Defender 90, with Ifor Williams Canopy, 1/32 scale.........................................$ 24.50

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HOLIDAY GIFTS I

(I) Series Model

(N) Land Rover Series IIA Poster

RNH867

RNP0114

Series I with removable top, Green, 1/32 scale ......$ 30.85

16 1/2” x 23”...................................................................$ 7.99

(J) Land Rover Gear Water Bottle

(O) Rovers North Series IIA Stamp Poster

RNH864

RNP0102

Aluminum Water Bottle (Adventure Never Stops) .$ 15.40

.........................................................................................$ 7.99

(K) Rovers North Ely Poster

(P) Rovers North Water Bottle

RNP0101

RNA865

19 1/2” x 25”...................................................................$ 8.99

32oz Nalgene Squeezable Water Bottle...................$ 11.95

(L) Land Rover Series III Poster

(Q) Travel Notes

RNP0115 RNP0105

Join Christopher Bangert and his trusty Land Rover as he travels 22,000 miles alone through the Americas. Outstanding photography and candid journal entries bring out the dramatic natural beauty and the grim challenges faced by this intrepid overlander. BOOK71 Travel Notes, 176 pgs ...................................................$ 29.50

16 1/2” x 23”...................................................................$ 7.99 27” x 38 1/2”...................................................................$ 12.99

(M) Dual Gauge Wall Clock RNG2036

Vintage IIA Dual Gauge Wall Clock...........................$ 32.50

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HOLIDAY GIFTS B A

I RNTCSBL Series on Safari Tire Cover

RNTCRBL Rhino Tire Cover

RNE387 Land Rover Logo Tire Cover

RNTCEBL Elephant Tire Cover

STICKERS

(K) Land Rover Molded 3D Plastic Badges

(A) Got Mud?

Perfect for your Land Rover grill, tool box or refrigerator. RNB084 Silver Badge 3 1/2” w ....................................................................$ 22.60 RNB318 Gold Badge 3 1/2” w ......................................................................$ 24.80

RNA1240

got mud? sticker 5” x 2” ................................................................$

3.68

(B) Recovery Vehicle RNA1243

recovery vehicle sticker 5” x 2”...................................................$

L) Land Rover Special Vehicles 4.00

RNF365 RNF364

5.78

(M) Land Rover 88” Series on Safari Tire Cover

Camel Trophy Small 6”...................................................................$

RNTCSAL

(D) Land Rover Oval Logo RNF254

RNTCSBL

GB sticker 6 5/8” dia. .....................................................................$

(N) Land Rover Rhino Tire Cover

4.73

RNTCRAL

(F) First Aid Kit on Board RNA1242

first aid kit on board sticker 2.5” x 3”..........................................$ Rovers North Windscreen sticker 20” x 2”................................$

RNTCRBL

6.99

(O) Land Rover Logo Tire Cover RNE387

(H) Don’t Follow Me, You Won’t Make It RNA1241

don’t follow me, you won’t make it sticker 17” x 2” .................$

6.99

(I) The Best 4 X 4 x Far RNA695

the best 4 x 4 x far sticker 17” x 2” reverse for inside window ............................................................$

RNE386

RNTCEAL RNTCEBL

Union Jack sticker 6” x 4” ............................................................$

Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .................................................$ 69.50 Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 69.50

(P) Land Rover Elephant Tire Cover 6.20

(J) Union Jack RNA1237

Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .................................................$ 79.50 Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 79.50

4.00

(G) Rovers North RNA1234

2 color Land Rover Logo 16” x 8” dia. oval ................................$ 10.36

(E) GB RNF388

Land Rover special vehicles sticker 7 1/2” x 4”........................$ 11.03 Land Rover special vehicles sticker 4” x 2 1/2”........................$ 6.83

3.94

Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16”and 255/55x18” ..................................................$ 79.50 Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 79.50

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HOLIDAY GIFTS

T-SHIRTS All Mens and kids shirts are 100% Cotton, 6.1 oz, preshrunk All Womans shirts are Hanes Silver for Her 100% Cotton

(Q) Defender TS57

White color. Specify S, M, L, XL, XXL .......$ 16.50

(R) Series TS59

Sand color. Specify S, M, L, XL, XXL.........$ 16.50

(S) Discovery Camel Trophy TS58

Tangerine color. Specify S, M, L, XL, XXL $ 16.50

(T) Womans Land Rover Short Sleeve TS63

Brown color. Specify S, M, L, XL ...............$ 16.50

(U) Womans Icon Short Sleeve TS64

(V) Jr. Romper Kids Short Sleeve TS65

Blue color. Specify S, M, L, XLL.................$ 16.50 Lime color. Specify S, M, L, XL...................$ 12.95

(W) Land Rover Classic Parts Bucket Hat RNH2010 Khaki, one size fits all..................................$ 19.50

(X) Land Rover Logo Hat RNA696 Green, Twil Cotton, adjustable to fit all sizes .............................$ 19.50

(Y) Rovers North Waxed Cotton Hat RNH04G Green, adjustable to fit all sizesL ..............$ 17.50

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PARTS MANUAL WORKSHOP MANUAL OWNERS’ HANDBOOK SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION NOTE: CDs are compatible with the following setup ONLY - Windows XP with Adobe Acrobat 7.0 or earlier. LHP1 Range Rover Classic, 1970-‘85 .............................$ LHP2 Range Rover Classic, 1985-‘95 .............................$ LHP3 Discovery I, 1989-‘94 ..............................................$ LHP19 Series I, 1948-‘58 .....................................................$ LHP20 Series II, 1958-‘61 ...................................................$ LHP21 Series IIA & IIB, 1961-‘71 ......................................$ LHP22 Series III, 1971-‘85 ..................................................$ LHP23 88 Half Ton Military, 1968-‘84 ................................$ LHP24 101 One Ton Military, 1975-‘78 ..............................$ LHP25 Defender 90, 110 & XD Military, 1984-‘99.............$ LHP26 Defender 90, 110 & 127, 1983-‘89 ..........................$ LHP27 Defender 90, 110 & 130, 1990-‘98 ..........................$ LHP28 Defender 90, 110 N.A.S, 1993-‘97 .........................$ LHP29 Range Rover Classic N.A, 1987-‘95 .....................$ LHP32 Discovery I, 1994-‘98 ..............................................$ LHP33 Discovery I N.A, 1994-‘99 ......................................$

24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50

Tool Roll - Perfect for any vehicle! Heavy duty canvas duck material with 25 pockets to carry a variety of tools, and two pull straps to secure roll when stowed. 14 1/4” x 27” flat size. DOES NOT INCLUDE TOOLS SHOWN. RNTR02 Rovers North Tool Roll...................................................$

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INTERIOR / DEFENDER SEATS, RE-TRIM KITS

Visit roversnorth.com for unbeatable prices on our full line of

Elephant Hide Vinyl

Moorlands Cloth Faced

Car Denim Vinyl

Twill Vinyl

Used on All Series Models 1959-‘67

Used on NAS Station Wagon Models 1993 & 1995

Used on NAS Models 1994

Used on 1995 NAS Soft Top & all 1997 Models

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INTERIOR / DEFENDER SEATS, RE-TRIM KITS

Seat Assembly Defender 90, 110 EX9705 EX9721 EX9710 EX9726 EX9606NAS EX9605NAS EX9718 EX9734 EX9703 EX9719 EX9704 EX9720

Seat Assembly, RHF, Twill Vinyl........................$599.95 Seat Assembly, LHF, Twill Vinyl ........................$599.95 Seat Assembly, RHF, Moorland ........................$649.95 Seat Assembly, LHF, Moorland ........................$649.95 Seat Assembly, NAS, RHF, Car Denim Vinyl ..$649.95 Seat Assembly, NAS, LHF, Car Denim Vinyl ...$649.95 Seat Assembly, RHF, Black Leather ................$795.95 Seat Assembly, LHF, Black Leather.................$795.95 Seat Assembly, RHF, Black Vinyl .....................$595.95 Seat Assembly, LHF, Black Vinyl ......................$595.95 Seat Assembly, RHF, Dark Grey Vinyl..............$599.95 Seat Assembly, LHF, Dark Grey Vinyl ..............$595.95

Bottom Seat Cushion Defender 90, 110 PLF497 PLF495 EX9973 EX9974 EX9980

Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Twill Vinyl .......$ Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Car Denim vinyl...................................................$ Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Black Vinyl .....$ Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Dark Grey Vinyl...................................................$ Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Moorland........$

199.00 189.00 99.95 119.95 129.95

PLF495

Seat Trim Kit Defender 90, 110 A comprehensive DIY re-trim kit with everything you need to completely reupholster one front Defender seat. Includes new foam cushions and outer upholstery for seat bottom & back. Aerosol adhesive and a step by step instructional DVD. RNA5700 1994 NAS 90, Car Denim vinyl with Black backing. (does not include rear pocket or head rest) ..........$ 229.00 RNA5600 1995 - 1997, Twill vinyl with Grey backing (does not include rear pocket) ..............................$ 229.00 EX6324 Black Vinyl...........................................................$ 199.00 EX6325 Dark Grey Vinyl ...................................................$ 199.00 EX6331 Moorland .............................................................$ 199.00 EX11858 Black Leather......................................................$ 399.95 EX11859 Grey Granite Leather .........................................$ 399.95 EX9969 Seat Heater Kits sold in pairs. (includes wiring loom & Hi/Low Switches) ............$ 229.95 2

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INTERIOR / SERIES FRONT SEATS

Elephant Hide Seats EX8625 EX444 EX2255 EX2311

Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass..........................$ Back cushion, Driver/Pass .............................$ Bottom cushion, Center...................................$ Back cushion, Center ......................................$

89.95 89.95 89.95 89.95

Elephant Hide Seat Set EX6629

Front Seat Set ...................................................$ 398.00

Basic Black Vinyl Seats Series II, IIA, III PLB977 PLE353 PLB710 PLE352

Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass ..........................$ Back cushion, Driver/Pass..............................$ Bottom cushion, Center ...................................$ Back cushion, Center.......................................$

51.45 51.45 49.00 49.00

Basic Black Vinyl Seat Set EX6616

Front Seat Set....................................................$ 279.95

Deluxe Black Vinyl Seats Series II, IIA, III PLE286 PLF575 PLE287 PLF576

Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass.........................$ Back cushion, Driver/Pass.............................$ Bottom cushion, Center..................................$ Back cushion, Center......................................$

68.25 68.25 65.05 65.63

Deluxe Black Vinyl Seat Set EX11645

Front Seat Set...................................................$ 398.00

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INTERIOR / DEFENDER, SERIES REAR SEATS

Rear Side Bench Seat, Defender, Series EX6877

Rear Bench Seat , Elephant Hide, Galvanized Frame ....................................................$ 229.00 Rear Bench Seat , Black Vinyl, Galvanized Frame ....................................................$ 189.00 Rear Bench Seat , Black Vinyl, Black Frame..............................................................$ 139.00

EX6861 EX4198

Bottom Cushion PLB708 EX5948

Black Vinyl ................................................................$ 48.20 Elephant Hide ...........................................................$ 84.95

Rear Jump Seat, 90, 109, 110 EX4128 EX4126 EX4133 EX9607NAS

Twill Vinyl...................................................................$ 229.00 Black Vinyl ................................................................$ 219.00 Moorland ...................................................................$ 249.00 90, 110, NAS ..............................................................$ 259.00

Rear Jump Seat, 88 RJS1000D EX4138

Black Vinyl ................................................................$ 239.95 Elephant Hide ...........................................................$ 249.95

Elephant Hide Vinyl

Moorlands Cloth Faced

Car Denim Vinyl

Twill Vinyl

Used on All Series Models 1959-‘67

Used on NAS Station Wagon Models 1993 & 1995

Used on NAS Models 1994

Used on 1995 NAS Soft Top & all 1997 Models

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INTERIOR / DOOR TRIM, DOOR PANEL, DOOR PULL C

(A) Interior Door Pull RNF474

Defender 90, 110 Interior door handle. Can also be used on Series II - III......................................$

3.90

(B) Interior Front Door Trim RH & LH Set RNA4600 Series IIA, III Interior RH & LH front 3 piece door trim set (Includes mounting hardware) ...........................................$ 398.00

(C) Interior Front Door Panel RH+LH Set RNA4700 This door panel set is manufactured to fit 2 piece front doors on Land Rover Series III and Defender 90 vehicles fitted with anti-burst door latches. Replicas of the original that are NLA, these panels do not come with the speaker area precut to allow for varying sizes. (Includes mounting hardware & instructions) ...................................$ 499.00

RNF474

RNA4700

RNA4600 (Half set shown)

RNA4700 Cut your own speaker holes to fit your speakers. Supplied solid as shown.

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EXTERIOR / HEATED WINDSCREENS, GLASS, NAS CHASSIS

Fast Total Defrost for Safe Visibility all Winter long Heated Windscreen Kit for Defender PLK8521

Our kit includes a laminated DOT heated windscreen, full windscreen seal, Genuine wiring harness with relay, switch & wiring instructions ........................$ 599.95

Heated Windscreen Kit for Series IIA, III PLK852

Our kit includes 2 laminated DOT heated windscreens, sealing strips, wiring harness with relay & switch......$ 499.95

Defender & Series Glass Defender PLE299 PLI134 PLB049 PLB054 Series PLE319 PLB962 PLB049 PLB054

Glass Windscreen, Clear ..................................................$ Glass Windscreen, Heated, Tinted .................................$ Glass, Rear Door, Clear .....................................................$ Glass Heated, Rear Door, Tinted .....................................$

199.50 329.95 69.99 89.50

Glass Windscreen, Clear ..................................................$ Glass Windscreen, Heated, Clear...................................$ Glass, Rear Door, Clear .....................................................$ Glass Heated, Rear Door, Tinted .....................................$

59.99 199.95 69.99 89.50

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NAS CHASSIS

PED P I D HOT NIZED A GALV

The backbone of your Land Rover is its chassis. We offer only the best original Land Rover chassis that are hot dipped galvanized, for a lifetime of corrosion free performance. Our hot-dipped, fully galvanized Series IIA, and III chassis are manufactured to original Land Rover specifications and include reinforced front horns, auxiliary fuel tank bracket, and hangers for left and or right exhaust, all at the same price as a standard chassis. Our Defender 90, 110 Land Rover chassis are the latest specification hot dipped galvanized to fit NAS Defenders.

Complete Chassis Assembly 88” Series IIA, III RNE416 Civilian 88” New Galvanized Chassis ....................$ 2199.00 109” Regular Series IIA, III, 2.25 ltr RNE412 Civilian 109” New Galvanized Chassis ..................$ 3382.00 109” Station Wagon Series IIA, III, 2.25 ltr RNE413 Civilian 109” Station Wagon New Galv Chassis ..$ 3398.00 109” Station Wagon Series IIA, III, 2.6 ltr RNH416 Civilian 109” Station Wagon New Galv Chassis ..$ 3144.75 90” NAS Defender RNC878 Nas Defender 90” V8 New Galvanized Chassis ..$ 3850.00 110” NAS Defender RNH710 Nas Defender 110” V8 New Galvanized Chassis $ 3995.00

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The Next

Years

Who Are the New Enthusiasts? Story by: Jeffrey B. Aronson Photos by: Blackmore/Ameridane

“Hey mister, can we play in your truck?” The question came to me from a boy and a girl while I mowed the lawn of the house their families had rented for vacation. The kids were picking wild blueberries along the shore of this island when they saw me stop for a moment. “Sure,” I said, “just don’t touch the key.” They scampered off and I continued with my caretaking work. When I needed to get fuel for the mower, I walked around the house to the II-A. There I found 4 kids immersed in their fantasy inside the Rover. One sat behind the steering wheel. Two others in the front seat shouted instructions to avoid incoming enemy fire. The remaining kid in the rear had already figured out how to lower the jump seats and perform backseat driver tasks. Lucas Adams-Blackmore, Norwich, VT, age 9, served as the driver and had already noticed that his name, “Lucas,” was engraved on the windshield wiper casing in front of him. He asked why and I told him of the legend of Joseph Lucas and Company. His sister, Lea, age “6 and a half,” assisted him from the rear jump seat. Kate GodsilFreeman, Brooklyn, NY, age 9, and her sister, Rebecca, age 6, rounded out the adventure crew. I suggested that someone could serve as a scout by sitting on the spare tire on the hood; as I turned to return to work, one of them scampered onto the hood. The job took me into the early evening. When I carried my equipment to the Land Rover, the kids were still engrossed in their game. I suggested that it might be time for me to leave; their distress was evident. My offer to take them all for ice cream, pending parental approval, received high acclaim. Anyone can spill ice cream in my Rover. During the summer months I met a few dozen kids at the houses where I serve

as a caretaker. None of them yawned at the Land Rover – they all seemed transfixed. These kids never saw Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom or Daktari on television, never heard the song “Born Free,” never watched The Gods Must Be Crazy at the movies. Their extreme adventures involve BMX bikes, skateboards, video games and movies; they had no direct contact with Land Rovers. I also discovered that generations that grew up with Range Rover Classic or P-38A, Discovery I or II, had imbued those vehicles with a cachet similar to those who grew up with original Land Rover Series cars or Defenders. Regardless of their age or experience with Land Rovers, they understood the marque values represented by Land Rover: individualism, authenticity, freedom, adventure, guts and supremacy. Land Rover has never been a price leader; it takes some financial willpower to secure a Land Rover. It has made an extraordinary impact with relatively few models and vehicles; over 60 years, General Motors has lost more cars than Land Rover has manufactured. Nonetheless, it continues to appeal to men and women of all generations. The new enthusiasts will come from the elemental appeal of the Land Rover as described by David E. Davis, Jr., the long time editor of Car & Driver and Automobile Magazine. “I know that it’s a perfectly useful daily driver for commuting business people and professionals and I know that it delivers kids to school just as well as any minivan, but I still believe that its natural habitat is dirt roads, rocky trails and old buildings that smell like guns and dogs. I just can’t get over the feeling that every Land Rover should spend most of its life dirty.”

OFF-ROAD / TRACTION MATS, FUEL CANS, WATER CONTAINERS

RNF246

RNH776

RNH977

JCH0010

JCH0020

RNF247

RNP1004 Traction Mat

RNF245

RNP1004MB Traction Mat Mounting Bracket 16

RNW1000 Waffle Bridge Mat

OFF-ROAD / TRACTION MATS, FUEL CANS, WATER CONTAINERS

(A) Fuel Can Authentic British Army 20 Litre metal containers with built-in vent for easy pouring and leak-proof lids with locking pin. Designed for extreme conditions. Out performs all other containers, beware of imitations. RNF246 Green fuel can, 20 Litres .............................................$ 39.00 RNH776 Red fuel can, 20 Litres .................................................$ 39.00 RNH977 Green fuel can, 10 litres ..............................................$ 39.00 RNF244 Replacement seal for fuel can lid. (Not shown)......$ 5.20

(B) 10 Litre Fuel Can Holder JCH0010

.........................................................................................$ 49.95

Fits RNF246 & RNH776 only ........................................$ 79.95

(D) Water Container RNF247

Tough, impact resistant, easy to clean plastic. Holds 20 Litres. .............................................................$ 36.00

(E) Filler Spout RNF245

Filler Spout for fuel can allows easy, no mess pour. Mounts to fuel can .......................................................$ 21.50

(F) Aluminum Traction Mats These 60” x 17” traction mats by Mantec help keep your vehicle moving over soft ground. Made from heavy gauge aluminum, yet only weigh 14 lbs. each. Ideal in sand, deep mud, & marshy surfaces. RNP1004 Aluminum Traction Mat set, (2)..................................$ 299.00

(G) Traction Mat Mounting Bracket With these mounting brackets, it is an easy and safe way to store your traction mats on a roof rack. RNP1004MB Mounting Bracket.........................................................$ 99.90

PLA908HL

(H) Waffle Bridge Mats These 58.5” x 14.5” x 2” bridge mats can be used for crossing ditches or as traction aids. RNW1000 Waffle Bridge Mat set (2)............................................$ 339.00

(I) Hi-Lift X-TREME Winch, clamp, or spread up to 5,000 lbs with this top of the line Hi-Lift X-TREME. This all-cast version is made with charcoal metalic powder-coat finish, gold zinc-coated hardware and handle, and a special winch-clamp-spreader attachment. XT485 48” ...................................................................................................$ 78.90 XT605 60” ...................................................................................................$ 89.90

60” Hi-Lift Jack

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An all cast construction with a 4,660 lb rated capacity. This jack is ideal for Land Rovers with oversized tires and/or raised suspension, where the extra lift from a taller jack is needed. HL605 Jack.................................................................................$ 64.00

48” Hi-Lift Jack

I XT485

ORB

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The original all cast, all purpose jack can lift, pull, push or hoist up to 4,660lbs. HL485 Jack.................................................................................$ 59.00

(J) Jack Adapter

(K) Off Road Jack Base for Hi-Lift Jacks only

Fits into the jack receptacles that are located on Defender chassis, Rovers North Series and Defender Sill Protectors, ARB Bull Bars and Rovers North Discovery I Heavy Duty Rear Bumper. This adapter provides the safest way to jack up your Land Rover on uneven terrain without crawling under the vehicle. PLA908HL Hi-Lift adapter ..................................................................$ 59.00

This base improves the stability of Hi-Lift jacks on soft ground surfaces. This is highly recommended for off-road use in mud and sand, where the cast base of the Hi-lift will sink under the weight of your Land Rover. (Base is for Hi-Lift Jacks ONLY) ORB Jack Base ......................................................................$ 34.95 17

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(J) Shackle Recovery Set Made of solid steel, this is a stout, easy to use recovery hitch. Fits a class III receiver. Shackle and hitch pin included as shown. RNA1022 Shackle Recovery Set ............................................................$ 69.95

(K) Fairlead for Plasma Rope Brushed aluminum logo free alloy. RNR2001 Fairlead designed for Plasma Rope, all hardware included.............$ 61.95

(L) Plasma Winch Rope (A) 3/4" "D" Shackle Essential for attaching a tree strap to winch cable or recovery strap to vehicle. RNP0120 ......................................................................................................................$ 17.80

The best plasma ropes available. RNR2021 3/8” Plasma Rope; 100’...........................................................$279.00 RNR2011 5/16” Plasma Rope; 125’.........................................................$249.00

(M) Pro Comp Soft Recovery Straps (B) Hammer Link Used for attaching hooks to winch cables. G-100 Forged Alloy. RNR1759 1/2” ..............................................................................................................$ 39.39 RNR1758 3/8” ..............................................................................................................$ 18.99

Soft Recovery Straps are the latest in recovery tools for better shock absorption. Better energy magnification. RNH548 2”X20’ strap, 20,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 29.95 RNH549 2”X30’ strap, 20,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 39.95

RNH550 3”X30’ strap, 30,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 69.95

Allows you to lock on to a chain link. For use with recovery strap or winch. RNR1756 ......................................................................................................................$ 20.95

RNH551 4”X30’ strap, 40,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 76.95

(D) Pear Ring Similar to recovery ring in a smaller size. Focuses winch hook or strap shackle to one end. RNR1753 ......................................................................................................................$ 16.75

(E) Slip Hook with Latch

(N) Kinetic Recovery Rope 24MM DIA. X 8M Stronger and smoother than straps. An extremely effective recovery tool that allows you to use vehicle momentum without the sudden shock you would experience from using a chain. Requires securely fastened recovery hitches for safe use. KRR001 Kinetic Recovery Rope...........................................................$139.00

Absolute finest quality alloy recovery hook available. By Pewag of Austria. RNR1755 ......................................................................................................................$ 49.00

(O) Land Rover Winch Accessory Kit

(F) Slip Hook

Land Rover Winch Kit includes; gloves, snatch block, tree strap, hook, and carrying bag. RNA690 Land Rover Winch Accessory Kit ..........................................................$ 279.00

Ideal for working with downed trees. Smooh design, allows chain to tighten without catching on obstacles. RNR1750 ......................................................................................................................$ 20.95

(G) Grab Hook Locks into chain links to form a non-slip loop. Built in skid guards maintain a firm connection. By Pewag. RNR1754 ......................................................................................................................$ 29.35

(H) Fixed Clevis Install on the end of your chain and hook combination to create the ultimate in versatility. RNR1752 ......................................................................................................................$ 19.99

(I) Tow Jaw Assm. & Receiver Hitch Adapter (1) Recovery Hitch can be front or rear mounted to handle snatch strap, chain or winch cable as used on the Camel Trophy. Special mounting hardware included. RNF408 Tow Jaw Assm. ......................................................................$ 89.90 (2) Receiver Adapter allows recovery and tow hitches to be mounted into Land Rover’s Class III rear receiver and Rovers North’s Class III front receiver. RNA082 Receiver Hitch Adapter..........................................................$ 53.29

(P) Winch Accessory Kit by Warn Includes: Snatch Block, shackle, gloves, 2" x 8' (5cm x 2.4m) tree trunk protector, 10' of 15/16" (3m of 8mm), grade 7 choker chain with hooks. Four internal pockets for organizing your accessories. Plenty of storage space for adding your own accessories. RNW02 Warn Winch Accessory Kit.....................................................................$ 240.98

(Q) Military J.A.T.E. RING KIT This recovery loop bolts to your chassis in place of the factory transportation loop. RNK0211 Defender recovery loop kit .....................................................................$ 85.00 RNK0215 Range Rover Classic, Discovery I recovery loop kit...........................$ 49.90

(R) Recovery Ring Versatile tool for winching and vehicle recovery. 4 1/2"x 6 5/8" RNR1800 ......................................................................................................................$ 29.00

(S) Swedish Made Slip Hook w/Hinge Latch Scissor jaws allow for easy hook-up. Made in Sweden. RNR1760 ......................................................................................................................$ 73.45

(T) Warn Snatch Block Used to double the pulling power of your winch and to aid in angled pulls. RNC713 ......................................................................................................................$ 79.50

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Born Free Redux

The Rumble in the Jungle Story & Photos by Louise Orlando and Andrew Barbour

Part III

[Louise Orlando and Andrew Barbour, Cape Charles, VA, took their 1960 Series II from London to Capetown 15 years ago. Parts I and II appeared in our Summer and Fall issues. Part III recounts their struggles from Senegal through Zaire –ed.]

aving survived the perils of the Sahara, we retired to the beach near Dakar, Senegal, for a period of R&R. Then, after stocking up on supplies and spare parts, we headed east into remote, forgotten country. A hundred miles from Senegal’s coast, paved roads all but ceased again and we forged a passage along rocky tracks, sand paths, and goat trails. We frequently became lost amid the sere, brown Sahel as the track petered out or splintered into multiple trails. At the end of the day, we would simply pull over into the bush and set up camp. Crossing Mali, we felt like true explorers, out on our own in the remotest regions of the continent, sometimes meeting locals who, it seemed, had never seen whites before. All that changed once we reached Ouagadougou, in Burkina Faso. From there, graded—even paved—roads carried us south into Togo, and then east into Benin, Nigeria, and Cameroon. Apart from in the Cameroon highlands, driving through these countries was comparatively easy, if you don’t count the dozens of military checkpoints at which bribes were invariably solicited. Although the driving had become easier, our health was beginning to suffer. Andrew contracted malaria and amoebic dysentery at the same time in Cameroon. I came down with malaria just a week later as we tracked lowland gorillas in the Central African Republic. And, although we didn’t know it at the time, we were both infected with brucellosis, a bizarre cow disease (contracted from unpasteurized milk) that left us feeling weak and shaky. The Land Rover had its own undiagnosed illness: The brakes were failing. Ordinarily, we would have simply pulled the brake drums to take a look, but the brake shoes were brand spanking new. After Andrew had bled the hydraulic lines and adjusting the brakes to

no avail, a mechanic insisted we needed a new master cylinder. couple in a Series III 109 careened off a cliff in the highlands Unfortunately, we couldn’t find anyone with a spare. In fact, we of Cameroon and she lost a leg; the rest of us were just plain were told that we probably wouldn’t find one before reaching late. We finally hooked up with the only other survivors from East Africa. our Saharan convoy—a 10-ton Bedford truck crewed by three The brake problem had first started in the Cameroon highcouples, all in their 20s, who were on a charity mission to lands, with me driving on an uncharacteristically smooth, Tanzania. paved road. It was a lovely day: The sun was shining and the A dilapidated ferry carried us across the Ubangui River hills were covered with papaya trees, pineapples, coffee and separating the Central African Republic from Zaire. With equal tea bushes. I was cruising down a hill at our top speed of 55 amounts of trepidation and excitement, we set off on the first mph when Andrew spotted a military checkpoint at the bottom. 250-mile leg, along a route classified as a track on the I pressed the brake. Nothing happened. I stepped on the brake Michelin map. again. Nothing. My foot actualThe track immediately ly hit the floor. plunged into dense jungle. “Louise, slow down!” “Louise, slow down!” Bushes, creepers, and trees Andrew said, his voice tense. pressed in on both sides, slapAndrew said, his voice tense. “They have automatic ping against our passing vehi“They have automatic weapons. weapons. You have to stop!” cles. Weak sunlight filtered “I’m trying! The brakes through the leafy canopy, You have to stop!” don’t work!” I screamed, as I barely illuminating the dirt pushed my foot harder on the track. We led in the Land pedal, hoping for a Fred Flintstone moment that would enable me to stop with my feet. Meanwhile, the soldiers had unshouldered their weapons. Andrew stuck his head out the window, waving his arm and yelling in French that we were trying to stop. As we reached the soldiers, Andrew pulled the emergency brake, bringing us to a clattering halt some 30 yards past the checkpoint. I was shaking like a leaf. The men approached Andrew’s window with their automatic rifles raised. They took one look at my quaking hands and sweating face and began to laugh. French was exchanged. Andrew won’t tell me exactly what they said, but I think it had something to do with letting a woman drive. They waved us on. The brake failure wasn’t my fault, but I couldn’t dismiss the thought that I had nearly got us killed. I refused to drive the car again until we had fixed the brakes. As we prepared to enter Zaire two months later, the brake problem was still not resolved. The only way to stop the car was by pumping the brake eight times very fast. To reach East Africa (and a new master cylinder), we now had to navigate a winding, 1,000-mile route across the northern tip of the old Belgian Congo. To all intents, Zaire is one big jungle: hot, humid, and crawling with bugs. And it has completely fallen apart. Having no brakes was no way to begin the most difficult stretch of our journey. Brakes or no brakes, we weren’t going to brave Zaire alone. We had planned a rendezvous with some other overlanders at Bangui, in the Central African Republic. None of us made it on time: one English couple in a Defender lost their nerve and shipped their car to Cape Town; another English 22

Rover, slowly negotiating the ruts and tree roots that obstructed the path. It was painstaking work, made worse by the fact that our brakes were failing miserably. Andrew couldn’t stop the car fast enough, and we repeatedly slammed into holes with a force that rattled our teeth and threatened to snap our springs. Our little convoy hadn’t traveled more than three miles down the track before we were forced to halt at a wooden bridge spanning a swampy stream 25 feet below. To describe this sagging construction as a bridge may be overstating matters. It consisted simply of four or five tree trunks, hacked from the surrounding bush and laid lengthwise across a 30foot span. They weren’t joined in any way, nor were they secured at either end. They were simply round, rotting logs, plunked down helter-skelter in the middle of the jungle. Huge gaps loomed between them.

Given my fear of heights, I took one look at the bridge and my head started to spin; black spots appeared before my eyes. The dense green jungle felt as if it were closing in on me; bugs whined in my ears. I thought I was going to pass out. “Louise! Stop looking down,” shouted Andrew. “Take a deep breath. Think about the Land Rover!” Andrew was working to snap me out of my terror. He was right. I needed to think about the car. Since I had given up driving until the brakes were fixed, it was my job to guide Andrew across the bridge. Thank goodness for our Cooper tires, with their aggressive treads. I was now counting on those treads and Andrew’s ability to pump the brakes quickly to get safely across the bridge. One false move and it would be goodbye forever. “You’re going to need a little extra gas to get onto the bridge,” I told Andrew, as I prepared to guide him over, inch 23

by terrifying inch. “It will feel as if you’re driving over a curb.” not even trucks—can move for weeks at a time. Our luck ran I focused on the Land Rover’s front wheels. “When you get on, out in Monga, a small town that we reached on the fifth day. A stop immediately. There is a major hole on the right.” huge front blew in from the east and the sky simply liquefied. Andrew put his foot on the gas and climbed onto the An inch of rain fell in the first few minutes, and the storm never bridge. I felt the logs vibrate. My stomach churned. “Okay, relented. For the first time, we seriously began to doubt if we now, go to the left just a little,” I said. “I need to get you around would ever make it out of Zaire. We had been in the country that hole.” Using my hands, I motioned him forward and to the nearly a week and we had gone a total of 50 miles. And now left. Andrew applied a little gas. the rains had come. “Stop!” I screamed, panic welling up inside me as the The next day, the road was a disaster. A brown ribbon of Land Rover moved toward the edge of a log. I could hear water, dotted by islands of thick mud, marked the trail’s sinuAndrew furiously pumping the ous passage through the junbrakes, but the Land Rover gle. The Bedford led the way, kept rolling. Finally, poised carving great tracks through In our tiny Land Rover, over the edge of the precipice, the mud, crashing into waterwe couldn’t be so cavalier. the car slowed to a stop. I holes, and sending out a bow sucked in hot, sodden air. wave that washed into the surWe were—literally and “Okay, straighten the rounding bush. In our tiny figuratively—in over our heads. wheels, but don’t move the Land Rover, we couldn’t be so car.” I continued. “Now come cavalier. We were—literally forward very slowly. Right. No! Don’t turn right. I meant ‘good.’ and figuratively—in over our heads. Now, keep coming straight for about a foot. Okay. Okay. Stop! On the first afternoon out of Monga, we watched in horror Turn the wheels to the right, just a tiny bit. There is a gap as the Bedford descended into a waterhole, sank right up to its between the two logs on the left. Good. Now just keep it chassis, and stalled scaling the bank on the other side. A blast straight. Nice and slow. Slow. Slow. Stop! Right a little bit. Little of black diesel smoke signaled a new attempt, and this time the bit more. Straight. You’re nearly at the end. Keep your wheels Bedford did manage to lumber clear, shedding water like a straight.” I watched as Andrew covered the last few feet. surfacing submarine. Done! I let out a huge sigh of relief. If I had known that in We could see no easy way around the waterhole, so we folthe next 250 miles we would have to cross 55 more log bridges lowed the Bedford in. Water immediately rose to the level of like this—many much worse—I would have committed suithe headlights. Andrew accelerated, desperate to reach the cide. Bringing our tiny Land Rover across these spans was bad other side before water flooded the spark plugs and distribuenough; driving a 10-ton truck across was a nightmare. tor. Just when I thought we might make it, the left side of the Many of the ancient, rotting logs would have instantly Land-Rover plunged into an unseen trench. The front wheel splintered under the truck’s weight, so we spent the better part popped clear, but the rear wheel snagged and we began to sink of the first week rebuilding bridges. It was revolting work: groveling chest-high in putrid swamps to build platforms for high-lift jacks, erecting supports for rotten logs, and cutting trees to fill gaping holes. It took us three hours to get the Bedford across that first bridge, and we didn’t set any speed records on the remaining 55. In the clinging rain forest heat, the exertion often left us drained and sweat-soaked. If we had just crossed a clean-flowing river, we would hack a path through the jungle down to the bank, check for crocodiles, and plunge in. That first day we traveled 6 miles. By the end of the second day we had added another 13. That left us only 981 miles to go. Our progress was spectacularly slow but the heavy rains, which usually started at this time of year, had stayed away. We had been told that under no circumstances should we attempt to cross Zaire after the rains had begun. Apparently, nothing— 24

like a torpedoed ship. The entire front right side of the car lifted into the air, the wheel spinning freely. We were going down. Andrew was horrified to find that his face was only a foot from the surface of the pond. Brown water poured through his door, puddling around the clutch, while muddy slop oozed up through the gear-shift housing. Meanwhile, I was hanging high above him, held in place by my seat belt. I couldn’t have gotten out if I had wanted to. Andrew leaned on the horn and we saw heads poke out of the side of the Bedford. The three men came racing back to help. One tried to prevent the left side from tipping further, while the other two jumped on the front right in a vain effort to bring the wheel down. Andrew hit the gas but only succeeded in sending up a spray of mud and water. Three locals abandoned their bicycles and also clambered onto the bumper. The car slowly began to right itself. Andrew pressed the accelerator again. The Land Rover shuddered, hesitated, and finally crawled out of the slop.

I didn’t think it was possible but, as we moved further south, the jungle became even thicker. We couldn’t see more than 10 feet on either side, and the jungle often spilled into the track itself. The storm had brought down dozens of huge trees, and our pace slowed to a crawl as we chopped our way through with axes and machetes. Pygmies, with filed teeth and wearing only loin cloths, would appear out of the jungle, cradling home-made axes on their shoulders, and chop in return for cigarettes or salt. It could take us more than an hour to clear away a tree, only to find another one a hundred yards further on. By nightfall we were often too exhausted to cook a proper dinner. We were covered in mud, smelled, and our muscles ached from the constant chopping. The jungle was usually too dense to allow us to pull off the road and camp. Instead, we would drive to a village—ragged affairs of 10 or 15 reed huts set in a small clearing—and ask the chief for permission to stay. 25

After nearly two weeks of back-breaking work, we emerged from our little track to join one of Zaire’s primary transport arteries. We thought the worst was behind us. We were wrong. Ahead of us, between the towns of Wamba and Nia Nia, lay what we were later told was one of the worst stretches of bogholes in Zaire. Bogholes are a uniquely Zairian phenomenon, not to be confused with potholes. A boghole is capable of completely swallowing two semis. They get started when a truck becomes mired in mud, spins its wheels, and digs itself a hole. The only way out of the hole is to dig some more. Another truck then drives into this hole and repeats the process. Months and years later, you’re looking at a boghole that can be 50 yards long and 20 feet deep. When it rains, these holes fill up with water and slop. It’s very ugly. Zairian trucks get stuck in bogholes for days at a time, and traffic comes to a standstill until they get out. Trucks line up, one behind the other, waiting for their own turn to get stuck. Many of them travel in convoy just so they can pull each other out of bogholes. It’s quite a sight to round a bend and come upon four trucks, all chained together, engines howling, and the jungle blue with diesel smoke.

Traveling in a Land Rover, we were spared the worst of the bogholes. Small cars could often take a short detour, following narrow tracks through the jungle. These detours were easily as terrifying as the main bogholes, but at least you didn’t risk drowning. The tracks were so slippery that Andrew could have thrown the steering wheel out the window for all the good it did. Careening through these overgrown paths, the car bounced off tree trunks and submerged logs like a crazed pinball. Unfortunately, there was not always an alternate route for smaller vehicles, and we would then have to take our turn in the boghole. Mud was not the issue. Driving in low range through mud, our Land Rover practically purred like a contented kitten. The biggest problem we faced was the ruts produced by the trucks. Their big wheels would bury deep into the muck, leaving a high central crown. We didn’t have the clearance to pass over these crowns, nor could we always get away with the trick of driving with one tire in the rut and the other on top of the crown. In such cases, we had only one choice: Use the winch to drag our Land Rover the length of the boghole.

We quickly learned that this was a two-person job: I would assortment of automatic weaponry was spread out on the clamber onto the front of the Land Rover to operate the winch, ground by the guard house. A few miles further on, another while Andrew controlled the revs from inside and steered. This checkpoint was decorated in macabre style: The skull of a arrangement wouldn’t have been so bad if cables were guaranrebel, impaled on a stick, grinned out at passersby. Soldiers teed not to snap. Before we left the States, though, I saw a pichad dressed the skull in a sky-blue beret, angled jauntily ture of a guy’s car after his winch cable broke, tearing the across the forehead. We wanted out of Zaire very badly. windshield and most of the roof off his car. The owner was The border of Uganda and Zaire provides a majestic vista. mysteriously missing from the photo. The snowcapped Mountains of the Moon rise up from the I couldn’t help thinking about this the first time I plains, and the road climbs from the rainforest to a pass from unspooled the cable and where you can look east to hooked it to the Bedford’s Lake Edward in Uganda or We camped out in the shop bumper some 50 yards away. west into Zaire. From high up When I assumed my post as compound surrounded by old cars in the pass, Zaire looks magihood ornament, I was scared. cal, untouched and unspoiled. and visited frequently by the I signaled to Andrew and After a month buried up to he increased the engine revs. our necks in mud and bugs, owner’s pet chimpanzee. Slowly, I pushed the silver we knew that appearances winch lever down to start the can be very, very deceiving. spool turning. The engine growled, our little Landie crept for[To be continued] ward, straining as she fought the mud. Gripping the spare tire for dear life, I couldn’t take my eyes off the taut cable. When one of our rear wheels snagged on a rock, the cable shuddered and the winch lever kicked in my hand. I ducked, heart pounding in my ears, but I kept the winch turning. Slowly, our Land Rover slid and clawed its way out of the boghole back onto the road. It was around this time that our brakes began to sing, and we realized that the mechanic had been dead wrong all those months ago. Our brand-new brake pads were gone. Toast. The ear-splitting falsetto we were hearing was the sound of metal on metal. Luckily for us, we were now close to an old Belgian colonial town, which still boasted a mission and a mechanic— and a bar!! It took two days for our brakes to be repaired. We camped out in the shop compound surrounded by old cars and visited frequently by the owner’s pet chimpanzee. We had ample time to scrape the mud out of the car, check the fluid levels, and perform minor repairs. Although the place was unbelievably grubby, it was like an oasis—a safe haven with cold beer only steps away. As we neared Zaire’s eastern border with Uganda, we found more and more roadblocks manned by heavily armed soldiers. The civil war in nearby Rwanda accounted for some of the military buildup, but it was more likely a response to a rebellion that had flared in the east in January and been crushed. Scariest of all was an army checkpoint that blocked our way across a major bridge in the Virunga National Park, no more than 20 miles from Uganda. Heavy machine guns, loaded and ready, covered both approaches to the bridge, and an 27

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(A) Heavy Duty Springs & Pro Comp Shock Kits

Designed for owners wanting the most suspension lift possible without modifications. Depending on added weight to your vehicles our 2 inch lift kit will raise your Land Rover approximately 2 inches over factory ride height. Good on-road, great off-road. Includes 4 Procomp shocks & ProLine springs. Defender 90 1984 - 2002 RNK450 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 499.00 RNK451 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 RNK452 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00 RNK453 RNK454 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil spring RNK455 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00 RNK456 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00

(B) Old Man Emu Heavy Duty Springs & Shock Kits For owners using oversize tires combined with heavy duty bumper/winch combinations and extra vehicle equipment. Designed for heavy duty off-road use. Will raise vehicle approximately 1.5 inch. Great off-road, stiff on-road. Includes 4 OME shocks & OME springs. Defender 90 1984 - 2002 OMED90K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 OMED90K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002 OMED110K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 OMED110K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 OMED110RK1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 OMED110RK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 685.00 OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 OMEDS1K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 695.00 OMEDS1K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 OMESD11 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 Discovery II 1999 - 2004 OMEDS2K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 689.00 OMEDS2K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 689.00 OMESD02 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil spring OMERRK1 Standard .................................................................................$ 695.00 OMERRK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 OMESD11 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90

(C) Genuine Heavy Duty Springs & Bilstein Shock Kits Perfect for vehicles running factory tire sizes with a moderate appointment of off-road equipment – not exceeding manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight. Includes four Bilstein shocks and four Genuine Land Rover heavy duty springs. Will raise vehicle approximately 1 inch. Great on-road, good off-road. Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 RNK5201 Defender 90, without winch ...............................................$ 599.90 RNK5211 Defender 90, with winch .....................................................$ 679.00 RNK5202 Defender 110, with or without winch ................................$ 599.00 RNA235 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 84.95 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNK5203 Discovery I, without winch..................................................$ 679.00 RNK5213 Discovery I, with winch .......................................................$ 679.00 RNA245 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 79.95 Discovery II 1999 - 2004 RNK5208 Discovery II, with winch ......................................................$ 799.00 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil spring RNK5204 Range Rover Classic, 100” without winch........................$ 679.00 RNK5214 Range Rover Classic, 100” with winch .............................$ 679.00 RNA245 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 79.95

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(D) Pro Comp ES 9000 Shocks

For Discovery I, Range Rover Classic & Defender. Nitrogen gas charged shocks with two inches of extra travel. (Designed for off-road performance for vehicles with raised suspension of two inches or less). Excellent all around ride quality and handling. Shock sets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black. PCS9030 Discovery I 1989-1999 front and rear shock set.......................$ 189.00 PCS9050 Range Rover Classic 1970-1993 with coil suspension front and rear shock set...........................................................................$ 189.00 PCS9020 Defender 1983-1998 front and rear shock set...........................$ 189.00 Pro Comp ES 3000 For Series II, IIA, III, 88” and 109” Land Rovers with standard or parabolic springs offer an extra inch of shock travel. These performance shocks incorporate a twin-tube cellular gas design that prevents foaming and reduces shock fade to improve the ride quality of leaf spring suspension. Shock sets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black. PCS3088 88” front and rear shock set .........................................................$ 169.99 PCS3109 109” front and rear shock set .......................................................$ 169.99 Steering Damper PLS122 Series II, IIA, III, 88”, 109”, Range Rover Classic and Discovery I ..................................$ 44.50

(E) OME Shocks For Land Rover owners who require heavy-duty shocks, off-road performance and maximum load capacity. Twin-tube design offers unsurpassed protection against rocks and debris. These heavy duty nitrogen-gas shock absorbers are recommended for applications where more dampening is needed for use with oversize tires. Series 88” & 109” 1958 - 1984 OMESK109 109” Set of four shocks ...........................................................$ 359.00 OMESK88 88” Set of four shocks .............................................................$ 359.00 OMESD11 88 and 109 Steering Damper ..................................................$ 79.90 Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 OMESKDEF Set of four shocks ....................................................................$ 349.00 OMESD32 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.90 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 OMESKDS1 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 349.00 OMESD11 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.90 Discovery II 1999 - 2004 OMESKDS2 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 359.00 OMESD02 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.90 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995 OMESKRR Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 349.00 OMESD11 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.90

(F) Bilstein Shocks Bilstein® is the world leader in gas-pressurized shock absorber technology. Technically the most advanced shock available today, Bilstein utilizes a one piece seamless monotube design filled with oil and nitrogen gas in a pressurized, sealed compartment. Completely eliminates any foaming of the oil and the monotube design helps dissipate heat to prevent shock fade. Bilstein’s shock bodies are precision-formed through a unique seamless manufacturing process. We recommend for use with Land Rover Genuine Standard or Heavy Duty springs. Great for off-road driving in normally equipped vehicles. Not recommended for heavily ladened vehicles with oversize tires. Lifetime warranty. Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 RNA243-4 Set of four..................................................................................$ 329.00 RNA243-5D Set of four (includes one Damper)........................................$ 399.00 RNA235 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 84.95 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNA243-6 Set of four..................................................................................$ 329.00 RNA243-7 Set of four (includes Damper)................................................$ 399.00 RNA245 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.95 Discovery II 1999 - 2004 RNA6046-7 Set of four..................................................................................$ 399.00 RNA246 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 89.95 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995 RNA243-4 RR Classic w/coil springs (set of four) .................................$ 329.00 RNA243-5 RR Classic (Set of four + damper) .........................................$ 399.00 RNA2152-3 RR Classic LWB w/air susp (set of four). .............................$ 369.00 RNA245 RR Classic, Steering Damper .................................................$ 79.95 Range Rover P38A 1999 - 2002 RNA2214-5 Set of four..................................................................................$ 399.00

4x4 SHOCKS & SPRINGS

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SUSPENSION / COMPETITION ACCESSORIES

PLS023HDY Standard 10” Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Yellow

PLH057E Raised Poly Axle Stop

PLS039HD Heavy Duty Securing Ring

PLS023DC Front Dislocation Cones

PLH617DC Rear Dislocation Cones

PLS022HDG 8” Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Galvanized

SRP105 Front Spring Retainer

SRP106 Rear Spring Retainer

PLH617DK Rear Shock Mount Drop Kit

RNA5102 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers

RNWS002 ProLine Performance Wheel Spacer Set

RNA350 Wheel Flare Set

Extended Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit

PLH009 Heavy Duty Drive Flange

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SUSPENSION / COMPETITION ACCESSORIES

(A) Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers

PLS023HDY Standard 10” height, powder coated yellow, pair .....$ 179.00 PLS022HDY 8”, powder coated yellow, pair .....................................$ 189.00 PLS023HDG Standard 10” height, galvanized, pair ..........................$ 179.00 PLS022HDG 8”, galvanized, pair ..........................................................$ 189.00 Heavy duty shock towers require 2 heavy duty securing rings, PLS039HD

(B) Raised Poly Axle Stops PLH057E

PLH057

3 1/2 inch raised orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit downward axle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic................................................................$ 26.95 2 1/4 inch orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit downward axle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic. .............................................................................................................$ 19.50

(C) Heavy Duty Securing Ring PLS039HD Used to secure heavy duty or standard shock tower to your chassis (sold individually) .....................................$ 19.95

(D) Heavy Duty Spring Retainers Improves springs attachment to axle. Required with dislocation cones. SRP105 Front heavy duty spring retainer, pair..........................$ 20.95 SRP106 Rear heavy duty spring retainer, pair...........................$ 15.90

(E) Front Dislocation Cones PLS023DC Easily bolts to your chassis front top spring mount. Proven effective in guiding a dislocated spring back into place, allowing for maximum axle articulation. (Pair)...................................................................................$

(J) ProLine Performance Wheel Spacer Set 89.00

(F) Rear Dislocation Cones PLH617DC Easily bolts to your chassis rear top spring mount. .Proven effective in guiding a dislocated spring back into place, allowing for maximum axle articulation. (Pair) RRC, Discovery I, Defender 90............................$ 89.00 RNH861 (Pair) Defender 110..........................................................$ 96.00

(G) Rear Shock Mount Drop kit PLH617DK Increases the travel of your rear shock by lowering your top mount 2”. Works great with our 2” lower heavy duty front shock towers (Pair) .........................................................$ 89.00

(H) 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers Raise your Defender, Range Rover Classic, Discovery I by 2 inches, using our Lift Spacers. Easy to install, for that DIY person. No special tools are required. Fits between axle and spring plate. RNA5102 Set of 2 inch heavy duty lift spacers (2 front 2, rear) ................$ 99.95

(I) Extended Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kits These 4 inch extended flexible stainless steel brake line kits are designed for Land Rovers with lifted suspension. Replaces your rubber flex lines. Equipped with factory fittings. No adapters required. Directions included. SBL3004E Discovery I ........................................................................................$ 129.00 SBL6004E Discovery II .......................................................................................$ 119.00 SBL5006E Range Rover Classic 1992 - 1995...................................................$ 165.00 SBL2003E Defender 90, 110...............................................................................$ 89.50

Widen your Land Rover's track, and dramatically improve your turning radius and handling. Precision made from Billet Aluminum with heat-treated heavy-duty wheel studs, this new and improved Performance Wheel Spacer Kit is designed for superior strength and off-road performance. Made in the USA. Set of 4 includes 30mm wide spacers with studs, and 20 lug nuts. RNWS001 Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic........................$ 419.00 RNWS002 Discovery II, Range Rover P38A....................................................$ 429.00

(K) Wheel Flare Set Wheel Flare set for Discovery I 1994-1999, Discovery II 1999-2004 & Range Rover Classic 1983-1995. The road legal solution for tires too wide for your Land Rover. Easy to install, and easy to modify. Made of high strength flexible plastic compound that will hold up to off-road use. 2 inches wide, supplied in black. Adaptable to factory openings or ones cut over size. Complete kit for 4 door Discovery & Range Rover Classic. Includes hardware and some very British instructions. RNA350 ............................................................................................$ 479.00

(L) Heavy Duty Drive Flange Anodized finish with screw on caps, sold in pairs. PLH009 HD Drive Flange pair Defender, Discovery I, Range Rover Classic 1990 on ........................................$ PLE192 HD Drive Flange pair Defender up to 1989 ........................................................$

95.00 95.00

(M) Blackout Kit The Blackout Kit, bonnet decal for the Discover eliminates the glare from roof mounted drivng lamps reflecting of the bonnet. Increased visibility for the driver, this blackout kit is essential for night time off-road driving safety. Land Rover decal sold separate. PLH622 Discovery II Blackout Kit................................................$ 69.00 PLH623 Discovery I Blackout Kit .................................................$ 69.00 RNF254 Land Rover Decal as shown ..........................................$ 10.36

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SUSPENSION / COIL CONVERSION KITS

COMPLETE COIL CONVERSION KITS FOR EASY INSTALLATION The only kits featuring Genuine variable rate coil springs for a superior ride and improved handling.

RANGE ROVER CLASSIC COIL SPRING CONVERSION KITS

RNK5105

RANGE ROVER P38A COIL SPRING CONVERSION KITS

RNK5106

(A) 1993 - 1995 Range Rover Classic Coil Conversion Kit using Genuine springs

(B) 1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kits with Electronic ECU Bypass

Land Rover designed and built into the Range Rover Classic a fantastic air suspension system that was way ahead of its time. However, when a malfunctioning component needs repair or replacement, it can quickly get time-consuming and expensive. Do away with all the air suspension hassle and expense by converting your Range Rover Classic to a coil-sprung Range Rover. This kit contains all Genuine parts and includes everything needed for the proper conversion and continuing reliability for on or off-road performance. Our customers have been so satisfied with the improved ride quality and handling after installation of this kit, most claim they prefer the coil conversion suspension to the factory air suspension! Includes detailed instructions and all necessary hardware. RNK5105 Coil Spring Conversion Kit, Range Rover Classic, Genuine (as showm above)..............................................$ 429.00

Simply the best kit for the best price. You will not find a better price anywhere else. This is a top quality kit for standard duty for normal driving and off road conditions, that converts your Range Rover P38A air suspension to coil spring suspension, giving you the best handling and the most comfortable coil spring suspension ride on the market today. Our kit includes 4 variable rate springs, 2 Genuine rear coil spring isolators, 2 Genuine front coil isolators, 4 coil spring seats, 4 aluminum spring perch adapters, 4 Genuine spring retainers and 1 EAS override pigtail to eliminate fault codes. All hardware and instructions are included. Installation is straight forward, requiring no fabrication or modifications to your vehicle. RNK5106 Genuine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit ...$ 879.00 PLK5106 ProLine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit.....$ 699.00 RNK5107 Heavy Duty, P38A Coil Conversion Kit............................$ 899.00

1993 - 1995 Range Rover Classic Coil Conversion Kit using Old Man Emu springs RNK5105A

Coil Spring Conversion Kit (with OME springs), Range Rover Classic (not shown) ...................................$ 449.00

1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kits with 4 gas pressurized Bilstein Shocks. RNK5116 RNK5117

Standard w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit...........$ 1199.00 Heavy Duty w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit.......$ 1269.00

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DISCOVERY II REAR AIR TO GENUINE COIL SPRING CONVERSION KITS

SUSPENSION BUSHING KITS

GENUINE SUSPENSION BUSHING KITS

AIR SPRING ASSEMBLY

(E) Polyurethane Bushing Kits

RND262

(C) Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion Kit Coil Conversion for Discovery II rear suspension. Do away with air suspension hassles and convert to coil-sprung for continuously reliable performance. Kit contains Genuine parts, everything for the conversion, instructions and hardware. RNK5118 Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion Kit........$ 289.00

(D) Air Spring Assembly Range Rover P38A (1995-2002) RND262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each............$ 329.00 PLD262G2 Air Spring Assembly, Front, ProLine, Pair..............$ 250.95 RND263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 329.00 PLD263G2 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Pair...............$ 313.95 Range Rover Classic RNS035 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each ...........$ 289.00 RNS036 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 289.00 Discovery II PLD823 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Each .............$ 169.00

These Polyurethane Bushing Kits were designed with the DIY individual in mind; both easy to install and the best possible price anywhere. These Kits are suitable for normal, as well as off-road use. Includes all suspension and all shock absorber bushings. Made in England. PBS1115 Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Discovery I, Range Rover Classic (except 1995), Defender 90, 1994 on. .................................$ 179.00 PBS1119 Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Discovery II ............................$ 195.00 PBS1111LWB Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Series III, 109” Includes all spring bushings and shock bushings ......................$ 109.50 PBS1111SWB Polybushing Set, Series IIA, III, 88”Includes all spring bushings and shock bushings...................................$ 159.00

(F) Genuine Land Rover Suspension Bushing Kits For superior performance and durability, no other bushings will outlast Genuine Suspension Bushings. Includes all Land Rover Genuine Parts, bushings and hardware for replacing suspension bushings on your vehicle. Professional installation is recommended. RNK5910 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings Pre '86 .......................$ 216.00 RNK5911 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings Pre '86 .........................$ 229.00 RNK5912 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘86-’90 .........................$ 135.00 RNK5913 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘86-’92 ..........................$ 186.00 RNK5914 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘91 on ..........................$ 135.00 RNK5915 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘93 on ...........................$ 199.00 RNK5918 Discovery I Front Bushings.......................................................$ 145.00 RNK5915 Discovery I Rear Bushings........................................................$ 199.00 RNK5910 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings up to ‘94.............................$ 216.00 RNK5916 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings ‘94 on..................................$ 145.00 RNK5915 Defender 90, 110 Rear Bushings .............................................$ 199.00

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2008 Land Rover National Rally Story and Photos by Matt Martin

It’s 3am on September 15th and with about 1 hour of sleep, I’m standing out in the parking lot of my apartment watching Steve Haskell pull up. We are on our way to the airport to catch a flight to attend our very first Solihull Society event; the Land Rover National Rally. Nevermind that this was our first time attending the event, but this was our first time that we would be in Moab, Utah. We had many people telling us what to expect, but until you get out there and experience it for yourself, you have no idea. It’s simply breathtaking. As we drove in our rented Pontiac Grand Prix from Salt Lake City, the only word we could come up with was WOW. Yes I said Grand Prix. Apparently, you cannot rent Land Rovers in Salt Lake City. As amazing as Moab is, what we found even more amazing was how genuinely friendly each and every Land Rover enthusiast was. We never had any problem ditching our rental and finding a ride with one of the many enthusiast in attendance. Nothing proved this more to us than on Tuesday morning at 8am. We were standing in the parking lot of our hotel, admiring a beautiful Defender 110, when we were approached by Mike and Cyndy Boggs. It just so happened that this was their Defender and they were heading out to Arches National Park. After talking with them for a few minutes, they asked us to spend the day with them off-roading through the park. It turns out, a Defender 110 is a great way to see this park. Being able to go places where most cannot is the only way to really appreciate all that Arches National Park has to offer. After spending an amazing day with Mike and Cyndy, we made our way over to the registration building to officially sign up for the rally. The authentic comradeship of every Land Rover enthusiast was shown to us throughout the rest of the event as well. As each morning started, we always had people offering us rides. Such as Douglas Evilsizor (LRL Magazine) in his 2006 LR3, Tye Hansen and his 1996 Discovery I, Gustaf Kupetz and Nate Kennedy (arlFOUR.com) diving Gustafs Defender 110, Barry & Lori Ellis in their Discovery II and many more.

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Solihull Society for hosting such an amazing event in such a breathtaking place. Both Steve and I will never forget the great time we had off-roading in just about every kind of Land Rover all over Moab. But even more than that, we would like to thank them for hosting such an event that attracts some genuinely great people. We are truly looking forward to next year.

A Road Trip to With Mark, Calef, & Graham Letorney Part 1: Water Pump Slump My father and I were driving south to represent Rovers North at the Mid Atlantic Rally, when we received a call from my younger brother Calef. Mid whitewater kayaking trip he was left motionless and in need of a water pump. This came as little surprise as Calef has had a ... well ... laborious relationship with “The Lucky Lady,” his ex-MOD 3-door 110 Tdi. That's not to say that they are without love, far from it. Readers will recall tales of glorious river crossings, adventures in remote locales and many starry nights. Unfortunately their affair has been punctuated by blowouts and breakdowns: a scorched differential here and a defective transmission or two there. So you could say we are fairly accustomed to Calef’s cellular communication from the break down lane. The malfunction was serendipitous, as my father and I felt understaffed to represent Rovers North at the MAR. Calef was on route about two hours away, so the ill-fated kayak trip was cut short and the Rovers North away team became one stronger. With the Lucky Lady parked out of harms way, we loaded Calef’s camping equipment and iPod into my father’s Defender 130 and continued our journey. We left New England during peak foliage, traversing south and west to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Mid Atlantic Rally, 2008. Part 2: Sun and Fun with Land Rovers This year's MAR was held at the Oak Ridge Estate, some 5,000 acres with 40 miles of trails in scenic Nelson County, Virginia. It was an ideal location for a Land Rover event and base camp was very well set up. Staged around a beautiful one-mile horseracing track, it encompassed the event's campgrounds, vender row, the Rovers North RTV trials course, a Land Rover teeter-totter and the main tent. The close proximity created the perfect atmosphere of Rovering and socializing. Standing atop our truck, you could see old friends sharing a beer in the campground, the RTV trials course

Story & Photos by Graham Letorney

action and Bill Burke’s technical demonstrations next to the big tent. It was a superbly enjoyable event with great stories from the many trail rides and spectacular weather. Part 3: A Southern Tradition The Rover Owners Association of Virginia [ROAV] organized a Fox Hunt demonstration at the Oak Ridge Estate Mansion for the event staff and sponsors. Constructed at the turn of the 19th century, the initially humble farmhouse was later improved into a lavish mansion, including a formal Italian garden, rotunda greenhouse and private railroad station. After hor d'oeuvres, The Oak Ridge Fox Hunt Club descended on the mansion with blowing horns and barking hounds. They approached on horseback; the Huntsmen and Whippers-in, dressed in red petty-coats lead by the Master of Fox Hounds, Rita Mae Brown in the coveted confederate grey Hunts Master coat. While her team laid the scent, Rita spoke of the history of foxhunting in Virginia and her club, which has been hunting the Estate since the late 1880s. Then she set the dogs on the fox scent and the hunt began. Despite the fact that there was no fox to hunt, as it was only a demonstration, the dogs howled chased at full speed with the Whippers-in on the flanks keeping them collected. The crowd was delighted by the time-honored tradition that played out in the glow of sunset on the magnificent estate; it was a real treat. Part 4: The Road North After the awards ceremony, we began the long road home, trading stories of old friends and new ones and the many wonderful Land Rovers we had seen. Although it wasn't said, we all understood that events like MAR make Land Rover ownership truly special; it is all about the community and we feel fortunate to be a part of something so amazing. Happy trails, and hats off to the ROAV team!

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MECHANICAL / CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDERS, FUEL, IGNITION, RADIATORS

Series 2.25 ltr Fuel Pump

Girling Clutch Master Cylinders Series IIA, III PLC752 Series II, IIA 1959 - 1968 Girling ............................................$ PLF289 Series IIA, III with integral reservoir 1969 on Girling ........$ Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1995 PLF289 Defender 90/110 Girling ...........................................................$ Discovery I 1994 - 1997 RND939 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$

Clutch Slave Cylinders

79.95 69.95 69.95 139.95

RND493 Clutch Slave Cylinder

Series IIA, III PLB599 Series IIA Girling.......................................................................$ PLC535 Series III Girling .......................................................................$ Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997 RNE222 Defender V8 Genuine...............................................................$ RND627 Defender Tdi Genuine .............................................................$ RND493 Defender Td5 Genuine ............................................................$ Discovery I 1994 - 1997 RND627 Discovery I V8 Genuine ..........................................................$

V8 Fuel Pump with Fuel Sending Unit RNF131 PLF131

79.00 52.45 64.90 79.90 69.80 79.90

RNE131 RNF132 PLF132 RNF148

Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, PLC349 Genuine...........................$ 399.80 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, ProLine .............................................................................$ 139.00 Defender 90 1994-1997, Genuine..................................$ 329.00 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, Genuine ..............$ 244.50 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, ProLine................$ 199.00 Discovery I & II ‘97 - ‘04, from VA737154, Genuine...$ 542.99

NEW Radiators Series II, IIA, III PLC513 2.25 ltr, Series IIA, III, 1970 on Radiator, Proline .......$ 299.00 May be fitted to earlier 2.25 ltr. Land Rovers by fitting late type top hose RNC510 and bottom hose PLE407.

PLC362 Regular Fuel Tank

PLH650 Rear Fuel Tank

Series 2.25 ltr PLC349 Fuel Pump, 2.25ltr. petrol, gasket included ..........................$ 39.50

Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNC062 w/ Automatic Transmission, Radiator, ProLine ........$ 798.00 RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30 Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1992 PLC020 ‘87-1988. Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 399.20 PLC019A ‘89-1992, Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 569.00 RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30 Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997 RNE130 NAS 90/110 V8 Radiator Assembly, Genuine .............$ 549.00 PLD500 300 Tdi Radiator with intercooler, ProLine.................$ 639.00 PLH255 300 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 298.00 PLD496 200 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 289.00

Fuel Tanks PLC362 PLH515 PLE114 PLE116 PLH650 PLH652 RNC886 RNC887

88” and 109” Regular, Fuel Tank, Petrol & Diesel, ProLine ................................................$ 219.49 Range Rover Classic 1971-1985 style..........................$ 249.00 110 NAS, Range Rover Classic 1987-1991..................$ 239.00 Cradle for PLE114 fuel tank ..........................................$ 49.00 109 Rear Fuel Tank Series III (Series II, IIA is NLA) .....$ 279.00 Fuel Sender for the Rear Fuel Tank Series III 109 ....$ 47.50 Locking ring for sender Series III................................$ 5.99 Sealing ring for sender Series III ................................$ 1.94

Fuel Filters Series II, IIA, III 1959 - 1976 RFF111 Inline filter with Quick Clamp Fittings, that can be adapted to any 5/16” fuel line (ProLine)..........................$ Series III 1974 on RNE235 2.25 litre petrol, canister type (Genuine) ..............................$ Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 RNF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (Genuine)............................$ PLF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (ProLine) .............................$ RNC632 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline w/threaded fittings (Genuine)..........$ RFF111 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline (ProLine) splice in ..............................$ RNC745 2.25, 2.5 na, 2.5 turbo diesel (Genuine) .................................$ RNF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (Genuine) ................................$ PLF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (ProLine)..................................$ RND270 Td5, Fuel Filter (Genuine).........................................................$ Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNF861 Genuine – threaded both ends..............................................$ PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine.........................................................................$ Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1992 RNF133 Genuine Fuel Filter Update Kit (required for early Range Rover up to LA464553).................................................$ RNF861 ’87-’95, (threaded both ends), (Genuine) ..............................$ PLF861 ‘87-’95, (ProLine) ......................................................................$ RNF025 ‘87-90 fuel filter (up to LA464553 without update kit)....................................................................$ 40

5.90 5.90

PLD495 Radiator with secondary air

22.99 9.98 19.95 5.90 8.35 24.50 12.95 59.95

NEW Discovery II Radiators

22.99 9.98

Range Rover Classic 1990-‘95 Discovery I 1994-‘99 PLC007 .................................$ 38.50 Filler cap for expansion tank. RNC017 .................................$ 12.53

98.50 22.99 9.98

Discovery II 1999-2004 PLD495 Radiator with secondary air .........................................$ 279.00 PLD494 Radiator without secondary air ...................................$ 329.00 Having secondary air injection is identified by metal air pipes connected to the cylinder heads below the spark plugs.

Coolant Expansion Tank

19.50

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MECHANICAL / TRANSFER BOX, CARBURETOR, FOOTWELLS

CHAS29

RNF0005 LH Footwell

(A) High-Ratio Series IIA, III Transfer Box Increases your road speed by 32% with no change in low range performance. Experience quieter, more reliable road performance. Eliminates the weak link caused by overdrives being sandwiched between the main box and the transfer box. Normal high ratio is 1.148:1, New High-Ratio Modified is 0.781:1, low range ratio is unchanged. This READY TO BOLT IN transfer box is completely remanufactured, featuring all new bearings, seals and gaskets, including transmission brake assembly. HRT1002 Rebuilt High-Ratio Transfer Box ..........................................................$ 1759.00

PLB722

RNF0010 Center Bulkhead

(B) Weber Replacement Carburetor This high-quality unit is our inexpensive solution to carburetor replacement. Italian crafted, this unit bolts onto Land Rovers previously equipped with Zeniths. Older Solex-equipped Land Rovers can use it with our conversion kit. 34ICH Series IIA & III 2.25L.........................................................................$ 249.00

Series II, IIA galvanized with battery pocket in bottom.............$ 160.29 Series III galvanized without battery pocket ...............................$ 144.00

(D) Footwell Assemblies Series II, IIA, III 18 ga. Footwell for complete replacement in all 2.25 Ltr RNF0005 LH (driver), Galvanized .....................................................................$ RNF0010 Center Bulkhead Assembly, Galvanized .......................................$ PLB722 Bellhousing Cover 4 CYL .................................................................$ RNF0006 RH (passenger), Galvanized ............................................................$

187.90 249.00 139.00 151.73

RNF0006 RH Footwell

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MECHANICAL / CV JOINTS, OIL FILTERS, ALTERNATORS, STARTER MOTORS

CV JOINT KITS

Series IIA & III Alternators NEW

A comprehensive kit that includes all the oil seals and gaskets that you need to replace your CV Joint. Includes CV joint and grease. Proline kits use Genuine seals, gaskets and grease as shown. Defender 90 1994-1997 PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ ProLine CV Joint .................................$ 145.00 Defender 110 1993 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 689.00 RNK4021 PLK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ ProLine CV Joint .................................$ 159.00 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ ProLine CV Joint .................................$ 145.00

PLF193

12 Volt Lucas Alternator for Series IIA & III .......................$ 99.50

PLF193

Genuine CV Joint Kit

Starter Motor Assemblies PLE867 RNF197 PLD294

Genuine LR, High Speed Cold-Climate Enhanced for all 3.5/3.9/4.0/4.2/4.6 litre petrol engines, New Bosch.............$ 299.95 2.25 & 2.6 litre petrol, Rebuilt *plus $100 core charge ................$ 269.00 200 & 300 Tdi, New Bosch ......................................................$ 439.00

RNC011 Water Pump

CV JOINTS For ABS and non-ABS Defender 90/110 1993-1997 RNE215 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, RH, Genuine .............................$ RNE216 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, LH, Genuine..............................$ PLD201 Defender 90, 1994 - on, ProLine .............................................$ PLD301 Defender 110, 1993, ProLine ...................................................$ Discovery I 1994-1999 RNE215 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, RH, Genuine .............................$ RNE216 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, LH, Genuine..............................$ PLD201 CV Joint, ProLine ......................................................................$ Discovery II 2000-2002 RND673 CV Joint, Genuine.....................................................................$ Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 PLX004 Suffix A axles only, CV Joint, ProLine...................................$ PLX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on,CV Joint, ProLine...................................$ RNX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, Genuine.......................................$ PLX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, ProLine ........................................$ Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 RND673 CV Joint, Genuine.....................................................................$

602.00 602.00 99.80 99.80 602.00 602.00 99.80 399.50 119.00 99.80 539.00 119.00 399.50

CV Joint

Genuine Oil Filters RNF001 RNE589 RND504 RND269 RNH251 RNF001 RNF001 RNE590 RNE591 RNE589

V8 – All Range Rover Classic, P38A, Discovery I and II, Defender 90/110 ......................................$ 6 cyl 2.6 litre NADA 109”, petrol.............................................$ 6 cyl 2.5 litre Freelander, petrol..............................................$ 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, diesel, engine oil ......................................$ 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, Centrifuge element...................................$ 4 cyl 2.3, 2.5 litre Defender 90/110, petrol.............................$ 4 cyl 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 200 Tdi, 300 Tdi, diesel...........................$ 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 5.5” canister ....................$ 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 7.5” canister ....................$ 4 cyl 2.0 litre Series I, petrol ...................................................$

Series II, IIA Generators NEW RNE647

12.95 7.99 8.68 12.50 26.20 12.95 12.95 8.50 8.50 7.99

RNE647

C-40 type Generator, 2.25 litre P & D .........................................................................$ 129.00

NEW Water Pumps with Gasket Series IIA, III 1961 - 1984 RNF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, Genuine ..................................$ PLF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, ProLine....................................$ PLC348 2.25 litre petrol, Military, ProLine.................................$ Defender 90/110 1993 - 2006 RNC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ PLC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine...........................$ RNC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine ...........................$ PLC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine ............................$ RNH257 200 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ RNH258 300 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ RNH360 Td5 diesel, Water Pump, Genuine ...............................$ Discovery I 1994-1999 RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine ...................................................$ PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine.....................................................$ Discovery II 2000-2002 RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine..............................................................$ PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine...............................................................$ Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 RNC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ PLC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ RNC052 ‘95, Water Pump, Genuine.......................................................$ PLC052 ‘95, Water Pump, ProLine........................................................$ Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 RNC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ PLC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ Hylomar Gasket Sealer RNA681 Official sealer used by Land Rover during assembly. Supplied in 3.5 oz. tubes. .........................$

129.00 49.50 99.50 199.00 89.00 289.00 89.00 239.00 128.00 148.60 289.00 89.00 289.00 89.00 199.00 89.00 289.00 89.00 289.00 89.00 10.95

Flex Couplers GENUINE Flex Coupler for rear drive shaft, 95 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I, II RND196 Flex Coupler, Genuine with hardware...........................................................................$ 98.20 PLD196 Flex Coupler, ProLine without hardware .....................................................................$ 49.95 RND196

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MECHANICAL / PROPSHAFTS, AIR FILTERS, 02 SENSORS, DISTRIBUTORS

Genuine Hub Seal Kits

Automatic Transmission Filter Service Kits

Includes Genuine hub seal, hub gasket, hub seal race and locker for hub nut. Series II, IIA, & III RNK552 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 24.39 Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 RNK5623 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 7.90 Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNK5623 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 7.90 Range Rover Classic 1987-’89, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 32.50 RNK5621 RNK5622 1990-’92, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 8.60 RNK5623 1993-’95, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 7.90

(includes filter, pan gasket and O-rings) For Discovery I,II, Range Rover Classic, Range Rover P38A, 1997 Defender. PLK312 ZF Trans. Filter Service Kit, 1987-2004...................................$ 32.50 RNK312 Genuine ZF Trans Filter Kit, 1987-2004 ..................................$ 84.50

PLK312 Auto Trans. Filter Kit

PLD665

Drive Shafts PLK4100

Proline Discovery I Rear Drive Shaft Update Kit replaces Flex Coupler Drive Shaft with Twin U-Joint type. Includes new rear Drive Shaft and 4 bolt Differential. Flange kit..........................................................................$ 349.50 Drive Shaft Assemblies with U Joints PLF315 Front 88 & 109 Series II, IIA, III 88 & 109....................$ 159.95 PLE189 Rear 88 Series II, IIA, III 88...........................................$ 178.45 PLF358 Rear 109 Series II, IIA....................................................$ 199.45 PLE201 Rear Defender 90 V8 ......................................................$ 279.00 PLD665 Front Discovery II ...........................................................$ 399.00 PLD473 Rear Discovery I & Range Rover Classic 100 inch...$ 239.95 U Joint Kit RNE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC Genuine...$ 44.90 PLE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC ProLine ....$ 18.95 RNF411 Front & Rear Dsco I, RRC, Front 90, 110, Genuine ....$ 69.00 RNE611 Rear Defender 90, 110, Genuine ..................................$ 59.95 RNE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 66.94 PLE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 18.95

K&N Air Filters Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 RNF141 Defender 90 and 110 ......................................................$ Discovery I, II 1994 - 2002 RNF139 Discovery I ......................................................................$ RNF144 Discovery II .....................................................................$ Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 RNF141 RNF141 RR Classic, 1987-1994 ....................................................$ RNF139 RR Classic, 1995..............................................................$ Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 RNF146 RR P38A, thru ‘98 ............................................................$ RNF144 RR P38A, 1999-2002 ........................................................$ RNF145 K&N Filter Service Kit for all filters.............................$

49.50 57.95 57.95 49.50 57.95 59.00 57.95 15.49

O2 Sensors Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 RNE029 90/110 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ...............................................$ PLE029 90/110 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req.................................................$ RND292 90 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req.......................................................$ Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req............................................................$ PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req .............................................................$ RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req............................................................$ RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL, Genuine, 4 req ...............................................$ Discovery II 2000-2002 RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req................................................................$ PLE910 Front, ProLine, 2 req.................................................................$ RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req.................................................................$ PLE892 Rear, ProLine, 2 req..................................................................$ Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 RND290 RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req ......................................................$ PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req .......................................................$ Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 RND290 ‘95-’97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4req...............$ RND292 ‘97-’98 from VA350102 to WA410481, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req ..................................................$ RNE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, Genuine, 2 req ......................$ PLE910 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, ProLine, 2 req........................$ RNE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, Genuine, 2 req .......................$ PLE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, ProLine, 2 req.........................$

299.00 136.45 379.00 299.00 136.45 199.00 379.00 119.00 79.90 88.50 74.95 299.00 136.45 199.00 379.00 119.00 79.90 88.50 74.95

New Distributor Assemblies RNI019 PLI019 PLE143

V8 EFI Distributor Assembly Genuine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2...............$ 699.00 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly ProLine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ................$ 269.00 Series II, IIA & III 2.25L 4 cylinder models.................$ 129.00

Genuine Air Filters Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 RNF950 NAS 90,110 V8 Genuine ..........................................................$ RNH382 200 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ RNH383 300 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ RNF147 Td5 Diesel Genuine .................................................................$ Discovery I 1994 - 1999 RNF010 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ RNF950 Discovery II 2000-2002 RNF147 Genuine, All Discovery II models Genuine ..........................$ Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 RNF012 Range Rover Classic 1974-1985, (2 req) Genuine ..............$ RNF950 Range Rover Classic 1987-1994 Genuine ............................$ RNF010 Range Rover Classic 1995 Genuine ......................................$ Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 RNF011 Range Rover P38A 1995-1997 Genuine ................................$ RNF147 Range Rover P38A 1998-2002 Genuine ................................$

11.99 29.35 29.50 17.99 9.63 17.99 9.95 11.99 9.63 16.95 17.99

RNI019 V8 EFI Genuine $ 699.00

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PLI019 V8 EFI ProLine $ 269.00

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PLE143 Series 2.25L $ 129.00

MECHANICAL / EXHAUST SYSTEMS

NRP PERFORMANCE EXHAUST THE ULTIMATE IN FIT, PERFORMANCE, & SOUND

• MORE POWER • BETTER FUEL MILEAGE • IMPROVED OFF-ROAD CLEARANCE

NRP Rear Stainless Steel Performance Exhaust Includes center muffler, tailpipe with resonator, all clamps & hanger brackets. The NRP stainless steel performance exhaust system is by far the finest stainless steel exhaust system we have fitted to a Land Rover! Designed for the do-it-yourselfer, this system installs easily and is backed with an original purchaser lifetime guarantee. System includes center silencer, tailpipe, all stainless steel hangers, hardware and installation instructions. RNE0002 Defender 90 ...............................................................................$ 599.00 RNE0004 Defender 110 .............................................................................$ 649.95 RNE0005 Discovery I, ’94-1999 ................................................................$ 628.95 RNE0009 Discovery II, 2000-2002 ............................................................$ 629.95 RNE0005 Range Rover Classic 1990 on .................................................$ 628.95

NRP SuperCats “Y-Pipe”

(Range Rover ’87-89 requires complete performance exhaust system)

RNE0006

Range Rover 1995 - 1998, single outlet P38A, 4.0 / 4.6 .......$ 660.45

Complete NRP Performance Systems Includes catalytic converters, all pipes & hanger brackets. When it comes time to replace your Land Rover or Range Rover’s exhaust system, why not upgrade to a Stainless Steel exhaust from Rovers North and take advantage of an increase in horsepower and torque? You will notice an immediate improvement over your old tired system, both at idle and throughout the entire rpm range. The NRP exhaust note will give a deep, throaty sound to your Rover V8 Defender 90 RNE0012 Manual Gearbox ’94 & ’95.......................................................$1449.00 RNE0022 Automatic Gearbox ’97 ............................................................$1449.00 Defender 110 RNE0024 Manual Gearbox ’93 .................................................................$1489.00 Discovery I RNE0013 Discovery I, Manual, ‘94-1995 ................................................$1479.00 RNE0033 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘94-1995............................................$1479.00 RNE0023 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘96 on................................................$1479.00 RNE0043 Discovery I, Manual, ‘96 on ....................................................$1459.00 Range Rover Classic RNE0014 Range Rover Classic ’87-88 ....................................................$1679.00 RNE0019 Range Rover Classic ’89..........................................................$1639.00 RNE0015 Range Rover Classic ’90-95 100” ..........................................$1479.00 RNE0025 Range Rover Classic ’93-95 108” (LWB) ..............................$1449.00

NRP SuperCats Performance Catalytic “Y-Pipe” Featuring new high flow performance (includes Manifold Gaskets and Nuts) RNE0020 RNE0021 RNE0021 RNE0021 RNE0020 RNE0221 RNE0021 RNE0011

Defender 90, 110, 1993-1995...........................................$ Defender 90, 1997 ............................................................$ Discovery I, Automatic, 1994-1995................................$ Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ Discovery I, Manual, 1994-1995 ....................................$ Discovery I, Manual, 1996-1999 ....................................$ Range Rover Classic 100” .............................................$ Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$

859.00 859.00 859.00 859.00 859.00 839.00 859.00 829.00

A GREAT INEXPENSIVE ALTERNATIVE

NRP 88” Series II-III Stainless Steel Exhaust System Performance Stainless Steel Exhaust System for Series II-III 2.25 petrol Plan to keep your Series Land Rover forever? Here’s the exhaust system to go with it. • Increased Power • Improved Fuel Mileage • Stainless Steel construction • Improved Off-Road Clearance • Lifetime Warranty for original purchaser • Complete with instructions and Stainless Steel hangers. RNE0001AA 88” Series II-III Stainless Exhaust System ..........................$ 569.00

Find all 02 Sensors on pg 43 44

This “Y-Pipe” is a great value, & comes w/ a 24 month warranty. PLE122 Range Rover Classic 3.9, 1994-95 Discovery only......$ 589.00 PLH580 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 659.00 PLE902 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 598.00 Rovers North recommends replacing your O2 Sensors upon fit. (See pg 43 for our full listing) RNE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req .............................$ 299.00 PLE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req...............................$ 136.45 RNE029 Range Rover Classic All models, Genuine, 2 req.......$ 299.00 PLE029 Range Rover Classic All models, ProLine, 2 req........$ 136.45 Gaskets sold separately Fit between manifold and Y Pipe RNE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) Genuine .......................$ 12.50 PLE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) ProLine .........................$ 5.00

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PARABOLIC SPRING SETS, WAXOYL

RADIATOR PANEL

PARABOLIC SPRING SETS

PLB959

Balanced Parabolic Spring and Shock Kits (Series II, IIA, III) After years of testing, research and selling four different types of parabolic springs from around the world, we’ve determined that these are the best available. Improve your ride, improve your comfort, and get additional axle articulation out of your Series Land Rover. Includes four springs with u-bolts and hardware. For best results, we’ve included a set of our Pro Comp Nitro Gas Shocks, or OME Nitrocharger shocks.

Radiator Panel Series IIA -III 1969-1984 2.25 and 2.6 liter. High quality 14 gauge steel reproduction panel .......$ 599.00

Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits with Pro Comp shocks RNK112388PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 88”....$ 849.00 RNK1123109PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 109”..$ 879.00 RNK1124109PC 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, Heavy Duty set, for 109” ...........................................$ 899.00 Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits with Old Man Emu Shocks RNK112388 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, for 88”...........................................................................$ 979.00 RNK1123109 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, for 109”.........................................................................$ 989.00 RNK1124109 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, Heavy Duty set, for 109” ...........................................$ 1029.00 Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits w/o Shocks Includes U bolts with nuts RNK1123 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears for 88” and 109”............$ 689.00 RNK1124 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, HD set for 109” ............$ 699.00

Become a Waxoyl application center Everywhere there is rust needs an application center. Enthusiasts put on skid plates, dif. guards and nudge bars to prevent immediate damage but often ignore the long term impact of corrosion. Waxoyl Professional is the best accessory for your customers because it offers a lifetime of corrosion protection, maintaining vehicle value, decreasing repairs & increasing owner satisfaction.

Waxoyl Professional Corrosion Prevention... • A product you can really stand behind. Approved and endorsed time and time again around the world. • Low start up costs! You can pay off the equipment, product, and even make a profit in just two applications! • Easy to apply! All you need is compressed air and a lift. Learn the professional application techniques in just one day with hands on training. • Clean. Unlike other products, Waxoyl Professional has minimal impact on your shop environment. • Best price guarantee! Rovers North is the USA importer of Waxoyl Professional so you will always get the best prices. • No commitment! No franchise contracts or minimum purchase agreements. www.roversnorth.com/waxoyl or call (800) 403-7591 Starter kits with equipment and product as low as $452.51

RNK1124109PC

RNK1124

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Happy 60th Birthday Land Rover

Story by: Jeffrey B. Aronson Photos Courtesy of Land Rover

S i x t y

y e a r s

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the Rover Company introduced its new Land-Rover at the Amsterdam Motor Show. This was a must-do for Rover; a company that did not even have an Export Department had to meet governmental demands to “export or die.” British journalists mirrored the enthusiasm of overseas buyers. The Autocar noted “there is now something to be described which can either be a private car able to perform many most valuable duties other than sheer transport, or as a general purpose countryside worker which is also capable of providing comfortable and efficient transport. …If the world has to be strictly economical for years to come, is not this the sort of car that most of us need, one that is entirely practical and essentially usable? Its appearance is starkly practical; there is nothing of the luxury vehicle about its looks. Nevertheless, it 46

is not ugly and has a distinctively attractive in appearance all its own. So much has been said and written n the past about the so-called People’s Car, much of it nonsense, that the advent of a really practical British vehicle which goes far beyond that over-publicized proposal should be met with genuine acclamation.” Motor complimented Rover for “displaying an enterprise which should be well rewarded, and there is no doubt that a big market, both at home and abroad, exists for a machine such as the Land Rover. Rover hoped to sell 5,000 of them in 1948; 8,000 orders poured in that first year. By 1951 Land-Rovers outsold Rover cars by a 2:1 margin; indeed, production would not meet sales orders until the 1970’s. Land Rover not only created “the world’s most versatile vehicle” with its Series I-II-III models, it designed and created

the first luxury SUV with the Range Rover in 1970 (Jeep Wagoneers, IH Scouts and Ford Broncos were really just modified trucks). If not always first with innovative automobiles, Land Rover got it right when they created the 90 and 110 models begining 1983. The Discovery first appeared in 1989 and changed the playing field for the accessible SUV. When Land Rover proved so valuable that it split off from its parent, Rover, it still never forgot how to build a car when it created the Freelander in 1997. None of these models lost their cachet as a “go-anywhere, do-anything” vehicle. Each Land Rover offered something special to owners, workers and enthusiasts. The retroactively named Series I began with an 80” wheelbase and a 1595 cc engine – nimble, tough, and hugely capable off-road. While in production for 10 years, the length of the “regular” model grew to 86” and then

88”, while the long wheelbase models would grow from 107” to 109”. The engine would pick up some extra power when it grew to 1997 cc. Whether soft top or station wagon, the starkly functional Series I quickly became England’s signature car outside of the UK. A decade is an eternity in automobile production, so when Rover turned its attention to upgrading their Land Rover, the familiar barrel roll sides and rounded fender lines heralded the Series II. Within a short time, the first-ever diesel (2052 cc) appeared. With the advent of the Series II-A in 1961, the diesel would share its block with the 2286cc (2.25L) engine that remained in production through 1985. Available in 88” and 109” wheelbases, it came as a pickup, a station wagon, a hardtop or a “convertible.” Two special versions of the 109” wheelbase would become Forward Control (II-A and II-B) 47

models, cab-forward trucks that used the slightly larger 2600 cc Rover 6-cylinder engine. While fire tenders, mobile welders, farm implement carriers and tow truck versions had been in production for many years, the Dormobile [camper] now would take you anywhere in self-contained comfort. Land Rover also offered a 12-passenger version of its 109” station wagon, perfect for a dozen very close friends or family. While establishing itself as the most capable vehicle on earth, Land Rover’s engineers – particularly Spen King, Tom Barton and Geof Miller- wanted to expand a Rover’s capabilities. In 1970, their answer took the form of the Range Rover. Using their newly purchased and enhanced 3.5 liter V-8, long travel coil springs and a Louvre award winning design, the Range Rover redefined the 4x4. Land Rover made the car more luxurious, more powerful and more refined over the next 26 years, but the essential qualities of the model remained intact. Yet the same initial powertrain had such

Defender 90 NAS, soft top, hardtop and station wagon; enthusiasts continue to repair, revive and restore any Defenders they can find. Land Rover entered a new market for people carrier with its Discovery in 1989, an ideal transportation machine for families, yet as capable off-road as any Land Rover product. The first models came with 5-speed transmissions, but quickly came to share engines and powertrains with the Range Rover and Defender. This was the first high volume product for Land Rover; around 16,000 Discoverys entered the US in any year compared with 1,200 Defenders and 1,500 Range Rovers annually. In 1998, Land Rover stretched out the Discovery, upgraded the engine, transmission and suspension, and created the more lavish Discovery Series II. In 2004, following changes in Range Rover chassis design, Land Rover introduced the awkwardly named but significantly improved LR3 [still called the Discovery 3 in the UK]. The

strength that Land Rover could use it in the military oriented FC 101, in production from1971-1978. From 1968-1983 Land Rover also made a military Lightweight model [Series II-A and III], narrower, lighter and easily dismantled for air transport to remote battle locations. Meanwhile from 1971 – 1985, Rover upgraded the Series interior, provided an all-synchromesh transmission and kept abreast [barely] of safety, emissions, and consumer preferences through its Series III models. By then, the fractures within parent British Leyland and its successors and the strength of the pound sterling made the Land Rover a difficult sale in an international market. The answer was the coil sprung Land Rover 110 in 1983, followed two years later by the 90. In 1990 came a new diesel engine and a new name, Defender, and in 1994, 500 special models just for the North American market. From 1994 – 1997, we enjoyed the

current LR3, with its 4.4 liter, 300 hp, 315 ft-lbs torque, also features a monocoque body and four wheel independent suspension - without compromising off-road capability. Three rows of seats warrant three moonroofs, too, and significantly improved handling on pavement. The Range Rover, albeit stretched and kitted out, could continue right through 1996 before a new model, called the P-38A, entered the market in 1995. The new design brought the Range Rover up to contemporary standards of ride, handling and packaging for luxury SUVs. A bit anonymous and bland compared to the original, it featured hidden assets such as ABS, ETC and EAS. In 2001 [2002 in the US], Land Rover introduced the current Range Rover with a new shape, new engine, more opulent interior, unique headlamps, and a myriad of luxury features. When corporate parent Ford linked Land Rover and

Jaguar, the latter’s saloon engine technology helped the former’s off-road engine experience produce a magnificent new V8 petrol engine. In 2005, the Range Rover Sport, slightly smaller and definitely faster, hit the marketplace, joined soon after by a supercharged big brother. It used the chassis design of a shortened LR3 and more rounded bodywork to produce a 5-passenger vehicle that can overtake Porche Cayennes as well as rock-climbing at a walking pace. Land Rover responded to the pressure to build smaller vehicles with the Freelander, its second ever volume vehicle, in 1997. With a traverse engine, independent front and rear suspension, and high range only, the Freelander challenged the company’s engineers to make it off-road capable. They introduced the HDC [hill descent control] to make up for the lack of a low range off road, and ETC to help the car navigate

slippery situations. In 2007, the Freelander morphed into the LR2 [Freelander 2 in the UK]. It shares the Terrain Response system with its sibling and also features a gradient brake release to assist in uphill starts on slippery slopes. In the North American market, we’ve experienced only some of Land Rover’s successes over the past 60 years; its extraordinary diesels, modern Defenders, and commercial models have been ineligible for the US market for decades. We’re also never quite certain just who will adopt Land Rover next: we’ve gone from BMW to Ford, and now Tata of India, in just the past decade. The fact that it remains such a powerful icon of automotive excellence, from just two factories in England [Solihull and now Halewood] is a testament to its engineers, designers, assembly line workers and management. As enthusiasts, Rovers North wishes Land Rover well for the next six decades.

ELECTRICAL / HELLA

(A) Hella Vision Plus Headlamp Conversion High performance European headlamp technology in a “USA D.O.T.” version. Most powerful, legally-approved headlamp on the market. These headlamps provide a precise, focused beam pattern that turns night into day! A direct replacement for factory headlamps on all Range Rover Classic, Defender, and Series models. 60 watt high beam / 55 watt low beam. 7” dia. RNC673 Hella Vision Plus Headlamp Conversion ....................................$ 39.95 ea

1250’**

(B) Replacement Headlamp Bulbs RNE800 H4 Land Rover Genuine Xenon Bulb, Single..............................$ RNE880 H4 Land Rover Genuine Xenon Bulb, Set...................................$ H4 80w low/100w high (off-road use only).................................$ RNE869* RNE852 * H4 55w low/100w high (off-road use only).................................$ RNH241 Land Rover Genuine Bulb Kit........................................................$ * RNE869, RNE852 must use additional relays.

18.28 30.19 13.60 13.13 43.85

1700’**

RNC673

5500’**

4000’**

Hella Vision Plus Low Beam

Hella Vision Plus High Beam

(C) Hella 500 The rigid construction of the Hella 500 provides durability for encounters with even the most rugged terrain and provides excellent visibility on and off-road. Two lights in a kit, includes wiring and white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: above the bumper. 6 3/8” dia. RNC681 Hella 500 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 79.50 RNC682 Hella 500 Clear Fog Lamp Kit........................................................$ 79.50 RNC683 Hella 500 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 73.45 RNC699 Hella 500 Stone Shield...................................................................$ 9.50 ea RNC701 Hella 500 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 10.90 ea

RNH241

(D) Hella 550 Choose from fog or driving lamps. Kit includes: two lights, wiring harness, relay, wiring and white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: below the bumper. 7 11/16” W x 4 11/16” H x 3 1/4” D. RNH264 Hella 550 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 86.50 RNH263 Hella 550 Clear Fog Lamp Kit........................................................$ 93.50 RNH333 Hella 550 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 96.00 RNH914 550 Stone Shields ...................................................................................$ 6.56 RNC702 Hella 550 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 11.03 ea

(E) Hella Cat Eye FF50 The perfect lamp for limited space on your Land Rover. 2 Lights wiring & mounting hardware included. Dimensions: 2 9/16”H x 4 5/8” W x 3 3/4” D. RNH337 Hella FF50 Driving Lamp Kit ..........................................................$ 99.95 RNH338 Hella FF50 Fog Lamp Kit.................................................................$ 92.35 RNF675 Replacement Hella bulb H3 55w..................................................$ 6.54 RNF665 Replacement Hella blub H3 100w (relay required) ...................$ 5.76 RNE234 15 amp with fuse.............................................................................$ 12.50 RNC715 12 volt / 30 amp ...............................................................................$ 8.95

(F) Hella Rear Flood Work Lamp Kit Perfect for backing up or hooking up a trailer at night, this dual beam, 110w flood lamp provides a very bright, 180° panorama. The kit includes everything you’ll need: lamp, black coated stainless steel bracket, dash switch, wiring harness, relay and instructions. And a bonus - there’s no drilling of body work required. RNA635 Genuine Land Rover Work Lamp Kit ...........................................$ 96.79 RNC950 Hella Dual Beam Work Lamp Kit..................................................$ 198.00 RNE675 Replacement Hella Bulb H3 55w (for RNC950)..........................$ 3.14 ea RNF665 Replacement Hella Bulb H3 100w (relay required)...................$ 5.76 ea

Hella 500 Fog

Hella 500 Driving

RNC681

RNH264

RNH337

RNC950 50

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(G) Hella 1000 Black Magic New black optics technology creates a wild, all black look. All black when “off” – a brilliant, enhanced-focus beam when “on.” Includes wiring harness. Recommended use: above the bumper, brush guards and roof racks. 7 3/8” dia. Off-road use only. RNC680 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic Kit ..............................................$ 239.00 RNK5804 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic, Land Rover grilles .................$ 279.00 RNC705 Stone Shield....................................................................................$ 13.50 e a RNC698 Clear Cover .....................................................................................$ 10.99 ea RND266 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 55w.................................................$ 3.98 RNH334 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 100w...............................................$ 7.30

Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic

RNC680

(H) Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue The Rallye 3000 has been a proven partner for truckers and off-road drivers for years. Now a version is also available with a Cool Blue lens: a combination of the familiar excellent luminous efficiency with a fresh appearance. Features: Blue lens creates a unique styling effect on any vehicle when lamp is off and produces a sharp, white beam when lamp is on. High quality Free Form (FF) reflector, Low weight with sturdy reinforced ABS plastic housing (important for roof attachment), bonded watertight assembly. Wiring harness sold separately. Dimensions: 9 15/16" H x 8 12/16" W x 4 15/16" D. Off-road use only. 74545 Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue Driving Lamp (7000 ft.).................$ 104.50 ea 74546 Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue Euro Lamp (13,300 ft.) ..................$ 145.95 ea 78105 Replacement Hella Bulb H1 12V 55W ........................................$ 3.90 ea 78110 Replacement Hella Bulb H1 12V 100W ......................................$ 5.20 ea 87199 Hella Wiring Harness....................................................................$ 53.85 77625 Grille Set Rally 3000.......................................................................$ 28.30 79381 Stone Shield Hella 3000 ................................................................$ 12.55

Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue Euro Lamp

74545

(I) Hella Rallye 4000 The perfect lamp for the roof rack or front of your Land Rover - with a corrosion resistant metal housing, waterproof connections and knurled adjustment knobs that allow for precise aiming without tools. Stable, sturdy and BRIGHT! Dimensions: 9 3/16” H x 8 3/4” W x 6 3/8 D. Off-road use only. RNK4807 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Kit includes a pair of lights, stone shields & wiring harness...................................................$ 289.00 RNC677 Rallye 4000 Fog Lamp (inc. stone shield)...................................$ 104.99 ea RNC678 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Beam (inc. stone shield) ..........................................................................$ 119.00 ea RNC679 Rallye 4000 Pencil Beam (inc. stone shield) .............................$ 112.50 e a RNC717 Hella Rallye 4000 Wiring Harness...............................................$ 64.00 e a RNC708 Protective Grille .............................................................................$ 22.99 ea RNC709 Replacement Stone Shield...........................................................$ 13.95 ea RNC700 Clear Cover .....................................................................................$ 10.49 ea RND282 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 55W for all except fog lamp .........$ 3.90 ea RNH335 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 100W (relay required)....................$ 5.20 ea RNE675 Replacement Bulb H3 12V 55w for fog lamp.............................$ 3.14 ea

(J) Hella Rallye 4000 Compact The Hella Rallye 4000 Compact packs all the performance and durability you have come to expect from the Rallye 4000 Series, and is now 24% smaller! Features include a high-boost Free-Form (FF) reflector for a precise driving beam, optics-free glass lens, CELIS light guide ring that uses the most powerful LED currently available, and a die-cast housng to provide durability year after year. Measuring 6.69”, it is perfect for today’s smaller light bars and front grilles. 6.77”H x 6.69”W x 4.49”D 009094181 Black Euro Beam ...........................................................................$ 135.00 009094042 Black Euro Beam w/CELIS ...........................................................$ 280.88 009094031 Chrome Euro Beam .......................................................................$ 169.58 009094051 Chrome Euro Beam w/CELIS .......................................................$ 303.45

(K) Lighting Accessories - Hella Relays - all Models

Pencil Beam, 18,270 ft.

RNK4807

Fog Lamp, 750 ft.

Euro, 13,300 ft.

009094022

87106

RNE234

Hella relays provide improved performance of electrical accessories by reducing the voltage drop that occurs when power is routed directly through a switch. RNE234 15A Hella relay with fuse..............................................................$ 12.50 87106 30A Hella relay ...............................................................................$ 8.95 87199 Hella Wiring Harness....................................................................$ 53.85

(L) Hella Map Lamp Flexible attachment provides reading light for maps. RNA671 ....................................................................................................................$ 42.50

RNA671

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BEHIND THE STEERING WHEEL By Jeffrey B. Aronson In Land Rover’s earliest decades, advertisements called it “Britain’s most versatile vehicle.” “Whatever the load, wherever you go, the Land Rover can take it.” “On the estate or on the farm, Land Rover was working for prosperity.” It was the vehicle that “makes light work of heavy duty.” 42 years after my Land Rovers left Solihull, it still performs a multiplicity of duties. On this windswept island off the coast of Maine, firewood for wood stoves is in demand. When a summer neighbor lost a huge branch off his old elm tree, I arrived with all the subtlety of a vulture eyeing roadkill. I could barely lift the 4-foot circumference pieces into the Rover, but I loaded it as high as possible with this valuable haul. When another job called for a few cubic yards of fill, I folded up the seats and spread a tarp over the rear tub. I then shoveled and shoveled in dirt until I had filled it up and took it to the job site. Dump runs of old lumber, sawn-off limbs, garbage and rubbish have all occupied the Rover. At times, people are actually happy to have me offer them a ride, such as when five visitors walked down a lonely lane in a pouring rain. Even the inside of my Series Rover looks inviting at a time like that. The Rover will also pull or tow as needed. Whether a fallen tree [I’m not that good at estimating where standing trees will fall] that needs to be yanked in another direction, or a boat that needs to be launched, or a car that requires a tow, the Series Rover makes short work of the task at hand. When it needs an adjustment or a repair, you can do it yourself. The timeless lines still attract attention for men and women of all ages. Yes, a modern 4 wheel drive pickup will accomplish the same, but it can only carry 7 people with a crew cab and a lot of patience on the part of passengers. It’s so heavy it will sink in the mud or dig up a field with too much torque. And then it’s so long that it can’t squeeze into small spaces, or tuck into that small slot on the deck of the local ferry. And it can’t be repaired without a computer diagnostic device and an IT degree. Now what part of “versatility” don’t they understand? There are Land Rovers that you step into with a certain aplomb. Writing in our last issue of his Range Rover Classic, Mike Koch remembered gazing at his girlfriend and saying “Shall we take the Range Rover?” Mike’s girlfriend seems to have agreed with him, whereas several of my girlfriends have opted to leave my presence instead. Perhaps it’s because where his request sounds like one coming from James Bond, mine sounds more like one from Austin Powers. Unfortunately, both of my ’66 Series Rovers, the QE I or the QM I, have the aplomb of Pigpen, the Peanuts’ character permanently encased in a cloud of dust. Not only are my Land Rovers the kind of vehicles that I can get into when dirty, mine are the Land Rovers that get you dirty when you get into them. Many years ago I called Rovers North with one of my innumerable questions; this time it was, “what is the black goop that comes off my steering wheel in damp weather?” Once the laughter died 52

down, Mark Letorney said “Dirt, Jeff. It’s dirt.” This statement revealed the circular nature of Land Rover ownership. Land Rovers wallow happily in dirt, which encourages owners to undertake dirty jobs, which requires maintenance of your Land Rover, which gets you dirty, which you then take inside the car with you. So while Range Rover owners might wonder which cologne or perfume to wear, a Series Land Rover owner like me wonders about hand cleaners. The best of them exude a pleasing odor that should attract the opposite sex while removing grease from one’s hands. The end result should be a cleaner steering wheel, too. Fast Orange gives off the odor implied by its name, although admittedly, it’s the orange of Tang or Trix rather than the citrus from the tree. GoJo resembles yogurt in color and consistency but not in odor. Given the amount of grease on my Land Rovers and my own ineptitude as a mechanic, neither product cleans me up that well. Sadly, I was born too late for “Whiz, Roadside Hand Cleaner,” a can of which I secured when our local hardware store emptied its upper floor of old goods. I can’t tell you the age of the can, produced by the R.M. Hollingsworth Company of Camden, NJ, but there is a color drawing of a 1912 car filled with smiling passengers, clearly happy that the driver had cleaned his hands with Whiz. Now I’ve taken a whiz at the side of the road but never cleaned my hands with Whiz. According to the instructions, I’ve missed something. “At once a luxury and a necessity, it may be used to cleanse the hands while making temporary repairs on the road. Sprinkle a liberal quantity on the hands and rub briskly until grease or dirt is removed. Then wipe them on a towel or piece of waste. Unexcelled when used as a Liquid Toilet Soap or a Shampoo Compound. It is prepared wholly from vegetable oils, is pleasant to use and leaves the skin soft as velvet.” Now I’m ready to get behind the steering wheel. As Austin Powers might say, “Baby, shall we take my Land Rover?” National pride once dictated that every state wanted to strut its stuff through a national ship fleet flying the flag of the home country. Even though transatlantic travel had become the mainstay of international airlines, The Queen Elizabeth 2 pridefully reminded the world that Britain could still construct an ocean liner. Built at a shipyard in Scotland, her keel was laid in 1965 and she entered her service as an ocean liner in 1969. In 1974 on April Fools Day, it stopped running. Or in the words of the Cunard Line, “whilst on a cruise from New York to San Juan,

a technical fault caused the propulsion machinery to shut down.” The ship lay disabled in the Caribbean. Florida television stations sent helicopters with reporters and cameramen to cover the misery of passengers forced to eat caviar and drink champagne. Cunard hired tugboats to tow the stricken vessel to Bermuda. As the then-owner of an MG Midget in daily use, I thought, “This sounds familiar – a British piece of machinery towed in for repairs.” Not long after I secured a Vermont license plate that read “QE IV” (that plate now adorns my Triumph TR-7). When I purchased my ’66 Series II-A SW 18 years ago, it became the “QE I.” In 2006, my second ’66 HT became the “QM I.” So it’s with sadness that I note that in November the QE 2 starts a new life as a floating hotel and entertainment center in Dubai. It’s as sad as watching blue water yachts sit at a marina, floating bars and cabins for their owners. What a waste of engineering and craftsmanship. Now the challenge is to make certain that a similar fate does not befall our beloved Series Land Rovers, Defenders, Range Rovers and Discoverys. Keep them in use, and on the road. 2008 represents the 60th anniversary of other significant automobiles beside our beloved Land Rovers. When Citroen decided it should make a people’s car for postwar France, their edict was that the car should permit a French farmer to wear his favorite chapeau as well as a basket of eggs – never broken. The result was the Citroen Deux Chevaux, their wonderfully corrugated “Tin Snail.” With its light weight, front wheel drive, simple construction but brilliant engineering, it became the favorite car of rural France. By the 1980’s it had grown into an urban statement car, too.

Morris Motors needed a postwar car that would appeal to the financially strapped public in Great Britain and developed the Morris Minor. With its monocoque construction and rack and pinion steering, it offered excellent handling, comforting styling and a comforting interior. 60 years later, they remain beloved in England and a perfect purchase for the sensible motorist today. Lotus Automobiles is stretching things a bit, but the cars that exemplified lightness as strongly as Land Rovers embodied ruggedness also want to celebrate their 60th anniversary. While we’re partying, wish the Austin-Healy Sprite (the other Bugeye) and the Rover P5 saloon a happy 50th anniversary, too. Younger but more tragic, British Leyland would have been celebrating their 40th anniversary had they survived their scrambled product mix, odd management decisions and surly worker relations. At least they worked hard to support the creation of the Range Rover, which in turn, brought a lot of luster to the parent corporation and gave us a wonderful automobile. As this issue will arrive in November, it’s a perfect time to send holiday wishes to Mark Letorney, Matt Martin and the Rovers North staff for all their professionalism and energy. Greetings, too, to correspondents Mike Koch, Tami Sutherland, Don Flye, Calef Letorney, Eric Evans, Jeremy Bergeron, Bob Rusnak, Christopher Berdy, Louise Orlando, Tom Lynch, Tom Johnson, and Jim Edson for their wonderful articles. Most importantly, best wishes to all readers for a terrific holiday season.

BRAKES / DISCOVERY II 1999 - 2004, RANGE ROVER P38A 1995 - 2002 FRONT BRAKES

MASTER CYLINDER 9

5 4 2

10 6 6

12 8

13 12

4 7

15 2

1 9

14 16

REAR BRAKES

ABS BOOSTER 3

5 6

1 2

3 11

10 8 13 12

11 14 13

10 12

1 15

6 8

14 17 54

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FRONT BRAKES

MASTER CYLINDER

2. 3.

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

13. 14. 15. 16.

RND013 PLD013A PLD013SD RND028 PLD028A PLD028SD RND964 RND965 RND016

Brake Rotor, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea .....................................$ 96.00 Brake Rotor, Discovery II, ProLine, Ea ......................................$ 45.00 Brake Rotor, Slotted & Drilled, Discovery II, ProLine, Pair....$ 139.00 Brake Rotor, P38A, Genuine, Ea .................................................$ 99.40 Brake Rotor, P38A, ProLine, Ea...................................................$ 59.00 Brake Rotor, Slotted & Drilled, P38A, ProLine, Pair ................$ 129.00 Mudshield, RH, Front, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ......$ 26.99 Mudshield, LHh, Front, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....$ 24.44 Caliper Assembly, RH Front, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 533.81 PLD016A Caliper Assembly, RH Front, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Ea .....................................................................................$ 159.00 RND017 Caliper Assembly, LH Front, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 533.81 PLD017A Caliper Assembly, LH Front, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Ea .....................................................................................$ 159.00 RND966 Screw, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ................................$ 2.79 RNF316 Dust Cap Bleed Screw, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ...$ 2.19 RND967 Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....$ 0.98 RND968 Front Caliper Carrier, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea .......$ 258.54 RND969 Brake Caliper Piston, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea.......$ 38.02 RND970 Front Caliper Seal Kit, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea......$ 27.39 RND971 Front Caliper Pin Kit Guide, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 23.99 RND972 Caliper Guide Pin Dust Cover, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Set...................................................................................$ 12.78 RND036 Brake Pads, Discovery II, Genuine, Set....................................$ 54.16 PLD036 Brake Pads, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Set.......................$ 45.95 RND019 Brake Pads, P38A, Genuine, Set ................................................$ 145.02 RND973 Caliper Mount Bolt, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea..........$ 3.45 RND974 Screw MB X 20, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea................$ 1.16 RND895 Flange Bolt 6M X 12mm, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea .$ 0.66 RNH292 ABS Sensor, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea.....................................$ 139.00 PLH292 ABS Sensor, Discovery II, ProLine, Ea ......................................$ 129.99

REAR BRAKES 1.

2. 3.

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.

RND024 Brake Rotor, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea.......................$ 94.00 PLD024A Brake Rotor, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Ea........................$ 39.95 PLD024SD Brake Rotor Slotted & Drilled, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Pair...................................................................................$ 129.00 RNE004 Mudshield, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea .......................................$ 29.15 RND975 Mudshield, P38A, Genuine, Ea....................................................$ 65.84 RND004 Brake Caliper, RH, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ............$ 140.35 PLD004 Brake Caliper, RH, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Ea .............$ 98.00 RND005 Brake Caliper, LH, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea.............$ 140.35 PLD005 Brake Caliper, LH, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Ea..............$ 98.00 RND966 Bleed Screw, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea.....................$ 2.79 RNF316 Dust Cap Bleed Screw, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ...$ 2.19 RND967 Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....$ 0.98 RND977 Caliper Carrier, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea..................$ 63.09 RND976 Caliper Piston, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea...................$ 19.04 RND978 Caliper Repair Kit, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ............$ 15.50 RND979 Guide Pin, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea...........................$ 21.90 RND972 Caliper Guide Pin Dust Cover, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Set...................................................................................$ 12.78 RND020 Brake Pads, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Set......................$ 110.50 PLD242 Brake Pads, Discovery II & P38A, ProLine, Set.......................$ 39.50 RND980 Bolt M12, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea............................$ 1.90 RND974 Screw MB X 20, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea................$ 1.16 RND981 Brake Bracket, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea..................$ 18.05 RND895 Flange Bolt, M6 X 12MM, Discovery II & P38A, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 0.66 RNH293 ABS Sensor, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea.....................................$ 139.00 PLH293 ABS Sensor, Discovery II, ProLine, Ea ......................................$ 129.99

RND999 PLD999 RNH114

3. 4.

RND793 RNH081 RNI136

5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

RNH128 RNE001 RNI137 RNI138 RND756

Brake Master Cylinder, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea..................$ 390.38 Brake Master Cylinder, Discovery II, ProLine, Ea ...................$ 208.95 Brake Master Cylinder Repair Kit, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 62.08 NYLOC Flange Nut M8, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea ..................$ 0.81 Brake Servo, Vacuum Assist, '99 - '02, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 497.57 Brake Servo, Vacuum Assist, '03 - '04, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 383.93 Brake Reservoir Filter, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea ...................$ 4.84 Brake Servo Seal Kit, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea.....................$ 4.59 Heatshield, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea .......................................$ 13.81 Mounting Bracket, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea..........................$ 7.37 Flange Nut M6, Discovery II, Genuine, Ea................................$ 0.60

ABS BOOSTER 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

RND956 RND959 RND960 RNI139 RNI140 RND961 RNH314 RND962 RNI141 RND895 RNI142 RNI143 RND963 RND144

ABS /Trac Contorl Booster ..........................................................$3179.75 ABS Brake Reservoir Kit..............................................................$ 176.29 Cap Aassembly..............................................................................$ 35.22 Reservoir to Booster Seal ...........................................................$ 4.34 Booster Mounting Bolt.................................................................$ 4.45 Pump Assembly.............................................................................$2171.43 Accumulator...................................................................................$ 337.84 Accumulator O-Ring .....................................................................$ 4.22 Bracket Assembly.........................................................................$ 6.98 Flange Bolt M6 X 12MM ..............................................................$ 0.66 Flange Nut M6 ...............................................................................$ 0.34 Washer............................................................................................$ 0.34 Valve Assembly .............................................................................$ 76.77 Self Tapping Screw M6................................................................$ 1.53

BRAKE KITS RNK6114 PLK6114 RNK6112 PLK6112 RNK6115 PLK6115 RNK6113 PLK6113

Front Brake Kit, Discovery II, Genuine, Axle Set.....................$ 295.00 Front Brake Kit, Discovery II, ProLine, Axle Set ......................$ 139.87 Front Brake Kit, P38A, Genuine, Axle Set .................................$ 329.00 Front Brake Kit, P38A, ProLine, Axle Set ..................................$ 149.00 Rear Brake Kit, Discovery II, Genuine, Axle Set......................$ 286.50 Rear Brake Kit, Discovery II, ProLine, Axle Set.......................$ 119.00 Rear Brake Kit, P38A, Genuine, Axle Set..................................$ 276.00 Rear Brake Kit, P38A, ProLine, Axle Set ...................................$ 99.50

DISCOVERY I, RANGE ROVER CLASSIC (see pg 56) Brakes Kits Range Rover Classic RNK6101 Front Brake Kit w/o ABS, Genuine, .......................$209.00 PLK6101 Front Brake Kit w/o ABS, ProLine, .........................$ 99.50 RNK6102 Rear Brake Kit w/o ABS LH Sensor, Genuine.......$269.00 PLK6102 Rear Brake Kit w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor, ProLine $ 99.50 RNK6103 Rear Brake Kit w/o ABS RH Sensor, Genuine, ....$259.00 PLK6102 Rear Brake Kit w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor, ProLine..$ 99.50 RNK6104 Front Brake Kit w/ABS, Genuine, ...........................$239.00 PLK6104 Front Brake Kit w/ABS, ProLine, ............................$109.00 RNK6105 Rear Brake Kit w/ABS, Genuine,.............................$259.00 PLK6105 Rear Brake Kit w/ABS, ProLine, .............................$ 99.50 Discovery I RNK6106 Front Brake Kit, Genuine, ........................................$229.00 PLK6106 Front Brake Kit, ProLine, ..........................................$109.50 RNK6107 Rear Brake Kit, Genuine, .........................................$234.00 PLK6107 Rear Brake Kit, ProLine, ..........................................$ 89.50

Hub Seal Kits RNK5621 RNK5622 RNK5623

Range Rover Classic, ‘87-‘89, Genuine...................$ 32.50 Range Rover Classic, ‘90-‘92, Genuine...................$ 8.60 Range Rover Classic, ‘93-‘95, Discovery I, Genuine........................................................................$ 7.90

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DISCOVERY I MASTER CYLINDER 17 4

16 6

8 10

7 11

2 12

3 14

1 15

13 REAR BRAKES

RANGE ROVER CLASSIC MASTER CYLINDER 5

13 4

9 6

1 Girling 8

12 7

1 Lockheed 2 14

3 4

16 2 56

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Front Brakes 1.

RNB006 PLB006A RNB022 PLB022A PLB006SD

Front Brake Disc Rotor, Genuine, RRC '87-'89 ......$ 71.50 Front Brake Disc Rotor, ProLine, RRC '87-'89 .......$ 39.50 Front Brake Disc Rotor, Genuine, RRC '90-'95 ......$ 86.50 Front Brake Disc Rotor, Proline, RRC '90-'95 ........$ 39.50 Front Brake Disc Rotor, Proline, Slotted & Drilled, RRC'87-'89 ...................................$109.00 PLB022SD Front Brake Disc Rotor, Proline, Slotted & Drilled, RRC '90-'95 ..................................$129.00 RNB006 Front Brake Disc Rotor, Genuine,Discovery I .......$ 71.50 PLB006A Front Brake Disc Rotor, ProLine, Discovery I .......$ 39.50 PLB006SD Front Brake Disc Rotor, ProLine, Discovery I .......$109.00 2. RNB178 Front Mud Shield, RH, Discovery I..........................$ 18.50 RNB177 Front Mud Shield, LH, Discovery I ..........................$ 18.50 RNB178 Front Mud Shield, RH, RRC.......................................$ 18.50 RNB177 Front Mud Shield, LH, RRC .......................................$ 18.50 3. RNI145 Bolt - Brake Disc To Hub, RRC '87-'89....................$ 2.08 RNI145 Bolt - Brake Disc To Hub, RRC '90-'95....................$ 2.08 RNI145 Bolt - Brake Disc To Hub, Discovery I....................$ 2.08 4. RNF430 Lock Washer, RRC......................................................$ 0.99 RNH011 Lock Washer, Discovery I.........................................$ 0.77 5. RNB014 Front Caliper RH, Genuine, RRC '87-'89 .................$ 99.98 PLB014A Front Caliper RH, ProLine, RRC '87-'89...................$149.00 RNB015 Front Caliper LH, Genuine, RRC '87-'89 ..................$139.50 PLB015A Front Caliper LH, ProLine, RRC '87-'89 ...................$149.00 RNB011 Front Caliper RH, Genuine, RRC '90-'93 .................$334.57 PLB011A Front Caliper RH, ProLine, RRC '90-'93...................$149.00 RNB017 Front Caliper LH, Genuine, RRC '90-'93 ..................$334.57 PLB017A Front Caliper LH, ProLine, RRC '90-'93 ...................$189.00 RND259 Front Caliper RH, Genuine, RRC '90-'95 .................$324.40 PLD259A Front Caliper RH, ProLine, RRC '90-'95...................$179.00 RND258 Front Caliper LH, Genuine, RRC '93-'95 ..................$324.40 PLD258A Front Caliper LH, ProLine, RRC '93-'95 ...................$179.00 RNB192 Caliper RH Front, Genuine, Discovery I .................$228.11 PLB192A Caliper RH Front, ProLine, Discovery I...................$179.50 RNB191 Caliper LH Front, Genuine, Discovery I ..................$228.11 PLB191A Caliper LH Front, ProLine, Discovery I ...................$179.50 6. RNB024 Brake Caliper Piston, Genuine, RRC.......................$ 21.29 RNB024 Brake Caliper Piston, Genuine, Discovery I ..........$ 21.29 7. RNB023 Bleed Screw, Genuine, RRC.....................................$ 4.47 RNB023 Bleed Screw, Genuine, Discovery I........................$ 4.47 8. RNB013 Dust Cap for Bleed Screw, Genuine, RRC .............$ 6.18 RNB014 Dust Cap for Bleed Screw, Genuine, Discovery I $ 99.98 9. RNB016 Seal Kit for Caliper, Genuine, Discovery I .............$ 18.60 10. RNH570 Bolt Brake Caliper, Genuine, RRC '87-'92 ..............$ 9.72 RND980 Bolt - Brake Caliper 12mm, Genuine, RRC '93-'95$ 1.90 RND980 Bolt - Brake Caliper, Genuine, Discovery I............$ 1.90 11. RND277 Lock Washer, Genuine, RRC ....................................$ 0.45 RND277 Lock Washer, Genuine, Discovery I........................$ 0.45 12. RNB001 Brake Pad Set Non-ABS, Genuine, RRC '87-'89...$ 69.00 PLB001 Brake Pad Set Non-ABS, ProLine RRC '87-'89 .....$ 35.95 RNB002 Brake Pad Set ABS, Genuine, RRC '90-'95 ..........$ 78.02 PLB208 Brake Pad Set ABS, ProLine, RRC '90-'95 ...........$ 36.50 RNB208 Brake Pad Set w/o Sensor, Genuine,Discovery I $ 89.95 PLB208 Brake Pad Set w/o Sensor, ProLine, Discovery I $ 36.50 13. PLH320 Fitting Kit Front Pads Non-Vented, Genuine, RRC$ 6.95 14. RND161 Fitting Kit Front Pads Vented, Genuine, RRC.........$ 6.38 PLD161 Fitting Kit Front Pads Vented, ProLine, RRC ..........$ 7.30 15. RNB204 Fitting Kit Front Pads Non-Vented, Genuine, Discovery I .................................................................$ 7.60 PLB204 Fitting Kit Front Pads Non-Vented, ProLine, Discovery I .................................................................$ 4.99 16. RNB199 Brake Pin Kit, Discovery Series I ...........................$ 15.20 17. RNB176 Caliper Piston Kit, Discovery I ................................$ 76.02

Rear Brakes 1. 2. 3.

RNB012 PLB012A RNI182 RNI183 RNI145

Brake Disc, Genuine, RRC & Discovery I ..............$ Brake Disc, ProLine, RRC & Discovery I................$ Mudshield, LH, RRC & Discovery I .........................$ Mudshield, RH, RRC & Discovery I .........................$ Bolt - Disc to Hub, RRC & Discovery I ...................$

94.00 39.00 76.77 76.77 2.08

4. 5.

RNH011 RNB018 PLB018A RNB010 PLB010A RNB198 PLB198A RNB197 PLB197A 6. RNB009 RNB246 7. RNB023 8. RNB013 9. RNB016 10. RNH571 RND980 11. RND277 12. RNB004 PLB004 PLB004 RNF303 PLB195 13. PLH321 14. RNB007 RNB008 15. RNS106 16. RNI166 17. RNF731

Washer for Bolt, Disc to Hub, RRC & Discovery I$ 0.77 Caliper, RH, Genuine, RRC '87-'92 ...........................$243.35 Caliper, RH, ProLine, RRC '87-'92 ............................$139.50 Caliper, LH, Genuine, RRC '87-'92............................$243.35 Caliper, LH, ProLine, RRC '87-'92.............................$139.80 Caliper, RH, Genuine, RRC '93-'95; Discovery I.....$240.45 Caliper, RH, ProLine, RRC'93-'95; Discovery I .......$119.95 Caliper, LH, Genuine, RRC '93-'95; Discovery I .....$278.36 Caliper, LH, ProLine, RRC '93-'95; Discovery I ......$119.95 Piston For Caliper, RRC .............................................$ 26.54 Piston For Caliper, Discovery I ................................$ 96.65 Bleed Screw, RRC & Discovery I ............................$ 4.47 Dust Cap For Bleed Screw, RRC & Discovery I....$ 6.18 Seal Kit, Caliper Piston, RRC & Discovery I ..........$ 18.60 Bolt, Caliper Mounting, RRC '87-'92........................$ 9.83 Bolt, Caliper Mounting, RRC '93-'95; Discovery I .$ 1.90 Spring Washer,Caliper Mounting Bolt, RRC & Discovery I .....................................................$ 0.45 Disc Brake Pads, RH Sensor, Non-ABS, Genuine, RRC'87-'89 ..................................................$ 89.95 Disc Brake Pads, RH Sensor, Non-ABS, ProLine, RRC '87-'89 ..................................................$ 31.20 Disc Brake Pads, ABS & Hunter, ProLine, RRC '90-'95 ..................................................$ 31.20 Disc Brake Pads, Genuine, Discovery I .................$ 64.49 Disc Brake Pads, ProLine, Discovery I ..................$ 24.95 Brake Pad Fittting Kit, use w/ PLB004 & PLB195 .$ 6.95 Brake Pad Shim, Inner LH; Outer RH, RRC & Discovery I .....................................................$ 2.78 Brake Pad Shim, Inner RH; Outer LH, RRC & Discovery I .....................................................$ 2.78 Bush For ABS Sensor, RRC & Discovery I.............$ 29.96 Anti-Lock Brake Sensor Ring, RRC & Discovery I .....................................................$337.84 Nyloc Nut for Sensor Ring Stud, RRC & Discovery I .....................................................$ 1.28

Master Cylinders: Discovery I 1 2 3 4 5 6

RNB200 PLB200 RNB193 RNB300 RNB188 RNB173 RNB190

Master Cylinder, Discovery I....................................$392.43 Master Cylinder, ProLine, Discovery I....................$229.00 Cap, Discovery I .........................................................$ 51.56 Rebuild Kit, Discovery I.............................................$245.73 Reservoir Rebuild Kit, Discovery Series I..............$ 92.16 Non-Return Valve, Discovery I ................................$ 38.70 Servo Assembly, Discovery I ...................................$445.34

Master Cylinders: Range Rover Classic 1

2 3 4 5 6. 7. 8.

RNB180 PLB180 RNB172 PLB172 RNB174 RNB175 RNB185 RNB193 RNB194 RNB173 RNB207 RNB211 RNB209 RNB210 RNB190 RNB203

Master Cylinder, Genuine, RRC '88-'91, Girling.....$369.77 Master Cylinder,ProLine, RRC '88-'91, Girling.......$199.00 Master Cylinder,Genuine, RRC '87 Lockheed........$265.50 Master Cylinder,ProLine, RRC '87 Lockheed.........$229.00 Repair Kit, RRC, Girling .............................................$151.99 Repair Kit, RRC, Lockheed........................................$ 54.02 Reservoir Repair Kit, RRC, Girling ...........................$ 85.63 Reservoir Cap, RRC, Girling......................................$ 51.56 Reservoir Cap, RRC, Lockheed................................$ 3.23 Non-Return Valve, RRC, Girling ...............................$ 38.70 Non-Return Valve, RRC, Lockheed .........................$ 32.36 Seal for Non-Return Valve, RRC, Lockheed ..........$ 6.30 Servo Repair Kit, RRC, Girling..................................$ 46.07 Servo Repair Kit, RRC, Lockheed ............................$167.58 Servo Assembly, RRC, Girling ..................................$445.34 Servo Assembly, RRC, Lockheed ............................$734.34

Hub Bearing RNH003 PLH003

Genuine........................................................................$734.34 ProLine.........................................................................$734.34

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BRAKES / DEFENDER 1994 - 1997 FRONT BRAKES

MASTER CYLINDER & ABS 16 19

15 14 2 11

12 21

5 11

10 8

9 14

5 6 4

10 22

7 8

REAR BRAKES

FRONT BRAKE PADS 7 8

11 13

15 9 17

RNI180

RNI181

RNF323 RNF302

18 D.

PLF323

PLB204 58

Non-Vented Early, Defender 90 to '89 (Comes with Fitting Kit) Genuine, Set .......$ 79.90 Non-Vented, Defender 90, '90 - '93 (Comes with Fitting Kit) Genuine, Set .......$ 98.61 Vented, Defender 110, '86 - '93 (Comes with Fitting Kit) Genuine, Set .......$ 79.20 Vented, Defender 110, '94 on (Comes with Fitting Kit) Genuine, Set .......$ 93.92 Vented, Defender 110, '86 on (*Fitting Kit PLB204 sold Separately) ProLine, Set ...................................................$ 39.95 *Fitting Kit, ProLine, Set ..............................$ 4.99

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BRAKES / DEFENDER 1994 - 1997 RNI159 RNB246

Front Brakes 1.

2. 3. 4.

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.

RNB006 PLB006A RNB022 PLB022A PLB022SD PLB006SD RNI145 RNF430 RNE195 RNE196 RNB178 PLB178 RNB177 PLB177 RNI147 RNI148 RNI149 RNI150 RNF278 RNF428 RNF731 RNI146 RNI153 RNB027 RNF300 PLF300A RNF301 PLF301A RNF200 PLF200 RNF201 PLF201 RNB023 PLB023 RNB020 RNF304 RNF318 RNC804 RNI151 RND161 PLD161 RNB199 PLB204

20. 21. 22.

RNI152 RND980 RNI153 RNB013

Brake Rotor, Defender 110, Genuine, Ea...................................$ 71.50 Brake Rotor, Defender 110, ProLine, Ea ....................................$ 39.50 Brake Rotor, Defender 90 NAS, Genuine, Ea ...........................$ 86.50 Brake Rotor, Defender 90 NAS, ProLine, Ea.............................$ 39.50 Brake Rotor Slotted & Drilled, Defender 90, ProLine, Pair ....$ 129.00 Brake Rotor Slotted & Drilled, Defender 110, ProLine, Pair ..$ 109.00 Brake Disc Bolt, Genuine. Ea......................................................$ 2.08 Lock Washer 10mm, Genuine, Ea...............................................$ 0.99 Mudshield, Defender 110 RH, Genuine, Ea...............................$ 23.03 Mudshield, Defender 110 LH, Genuine, Ea ...............................$ 23.03 Mudshield, Defender 90 RH, Genuine, Ea.................................$ 18.50 Mudshield, Defender 90 RH, ProLine, Ea..................................$ 15.23 Mudshield, Defender 90 LH, Genuine, Ea .................................$ 18.50 Mudshield, Defender 90 LH, ProLine, Ea ..................................$ 15.23 Brake Pipe Bracket, RH 1998, Genuine, Ea ..............................$ 14.34 Brake Pipe Bracket, RH '99 - 04, Genuine, Ea..........................$ 30.52 Brake Pipe Bracket, LH 1998, Genuine, Ea...............................$ 14.38 Brake Pipe Bracket, LH '99-'04, Genuine, Ea ..........................$ 30.52 Bolt M6 X 12MM, Genuine, Ea....................................................$ 0.66 Lock Washer 6MM, Genuine, Ea................................................$ 2.34 NYLOC Nut M6, Genuine, Ea .......................................................$ 1.28 Bolt M12 X 50mm, Genuine, Ea...................................................$ 2.19 Washer 12mm, Genuine, Ea ........................................................$ 1.11 Nut 12mm, Genuine, Ea................................................................$ 0.66 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, RH Front, Genuine, Ea...............$ 567.02 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, RH Front, ProLine, Ea ................$ 169.00 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, LH Front, Genuine, Ea ...............$ 567.02 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, LH Front, ProLine, Ea.................$ 169.00 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH Front, Genuine, Ea.............$ 471.46 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH Front, ProLine, Ea ..............$ 379.00 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, LH Front, Genuine, Ea .............$ 471.46 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, LH Front, ProLine, Ea...............$ 379.00 Bleed Screw, Genuine, Ea...........................................................$ 4.47 Bleed Screw, ProLine, Ea ............................................................$ 3.41 Brake Caliper Seal, Genuine, Ea ................................................$ 4.59 Brake Caliper Piston Kit, Defender 90, Front, Genuine, Ea....$ 106.46 Brake Caliper Piston Kit, Defender 110, Front, Genuine, Ea..$ 25.90 (1 Kit required per caliper) Brake Caliper Seal Kit, Front, Genuine, Ea ...............................$ 12.15 See pad diagram on pg 58 Spring Clip, Genuine, Ea ..............................................................$ 2.30 Brake Pad Fitting Kit, Defender 90 Vented, Genuine, Set ......$ 6.38 Brake Pad Fitting Kit, Defender 90 Vented, ProLine, Set .......$ 7.30 Brake Pad Fitting Kit, Defender 110 Non Vented, Genuine, Set...................................................................................$ 15.20 Brake Pad Fitting Kit, Defender 110 Non Vented, ProLine, Set....................................................................................$ 4.99 Caliper Bolt, up Thru '89, Genuine, Ea.......................................$ 9.29 Caliper Bolt, '90 ON, Genuine, Ea...............................................$ 1.90 Washer, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................$ 1.11 Dust Cap Bleeder Screw, Genuine, Ea......................................$ 6.18

REAR BRAKES 1.

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

RNB012 PLB012A PLB012SD RNI154 RNB205 RNB206 RNI145 RNI155 RND140 RNB198 PLB198A RNB197 PLB197A RNH346 PLH346A RNH347 PLH347A RNI157 RNI156 RNI158

Brake Rotor, Defender 90, Genuine, Ea.....................................$ 94.00 Brake Rotor, Defender 90, ProLine, Ea ......................................$ 39.00 Brake Rotor, Slotted & Drilled, Defender 90, ProLine, Pair....$ 109.00 Brake Rotor, Defender 110, Genuine, Ea...................................$ 63.67 Mudshield, LH, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea.........................$ 24.50 Mudshield, RH, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea ........................$ 24.50 Brake Disc Bolt, Genuine, Ea......................................................$ 2.08 Mudshield Mounting Screw M6 X 20, Genuine, Ea ................$ 0.81 Plain Washer, Genuine, Ea ..........................................................$ 0.33 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, RH, Genuine, Ea ..........................$ 240.45 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, RH, ProLine, Ea............................$ 119.95 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, LH, Genuine, Ea...........................$ 278.36 Brake Caliper, Defender 90, LH, ProLine, Ea ............................$ 119.95 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH, up to '01, Genuine, Ea.......$ 174.00 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH, up to '01, ProLine, Ea ........$ 187.95 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, LH, up to '01, Genuine, Ea........$ 174.00 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH, up to '01, ProLine, Ea ........$ 166.95 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, RH, '01 on, Genuine, Ea............$ 393.35 Brake Caliper, Defender 110, LH, '01 on, Genuine, Ea ............$ 393.35 Piston Kit, Defender 110 up to '00, Genuine, Ea.......................$ 104.12

8. 9.

RNB019 RNI160 RNI161 RNF303 PLB004 PLB195

10. 11. 12. 13.

PLH321 RNH601 PLH601 RNI162 RND980 RNI163 RNI164

14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

RNB023 PLB023 RNI165 RNB013 RNS106 RNI166 RNF731

Piston Kit, Defender 110 '00 on, Genuine, Ea ...........................$ 95.95 Piston Kit, Defender 90, Genuine, Ea.........................................$ 96.65 (1 Kit does 2 calipers) Seal Kit, Defender 90, Genuine, Ea ............................................$ 11.49 Seal Kit, Defender 110 up to '00, Genuine, Ea..........................$ 13.49 Seal Kit, Defender 110 '00 on, Genuine, Ea ..............................$ 15.98 Brake Pads, Defender 90 (includes fitting kit), Genuine, Set $ 64.49 Brake Pads, Defender 90, W/O Sensor *(fitting kit PLH321 sold seperately), ProLine, Set...................$ 31.20 Brake Pads, Defender 90, W/ Sensor *(fitting kit PLH321 sold seperately), ProLine, Set...................$ 24.95 *Brake Pad Fitting Kit, ProLine, Set...........................................$ 6.95 Brake Pads, Defender 110, up to 1A614447, Genuine, Set....$ 75.02 Brake Pads, Defender 110, up to 1A614447, ProLine, Set.....$ 40.95 Brake Pads, Defender 110, from 1A614447 on, Genuine, Set$ 89.60 Brake Caliper Bolt, Genuine, Ea .................................................$ 1.90 Mudshield Bracket, Defender 90 & Defender 110 Front #4A680607, Genuine, Ea ...............................................................$ 5.20 Mudshield Bracket, Defender 110 up to #4A680606, Genuine, Ea ...............................................................$ 64.58 Bleed Screw, Defender 90/110 up to '00, Genuine, Ea ...........$ 4.47 Bleed Screw, Defender 90/110 up to '00, ProLine, Ea ............$ 3.41 Bleed Screw, Defender 90/110 from '00 on, Genuine, Ea ......$ 9.42 Dust Cap, Bleeder Screw, Genuine, Ea.....................................$ 6.18 Bushing ABS Sensor, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea .............$ 29.96 Sensor Ring, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea.............................$ 337.84 NYLOC Nut M6, Genuine, Ea .......................................................$ 1.28

MASTER CYLINDER 1. 2. 3.

RNF285 PLF285 RNI168 RNI169

RNH911

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

RNI170 RNI121 RNE469 RNH734 RNH409 RNI179 RNC456 RNC944 RNI175 RNI171 RNI172 RNI173 RNI174

Master Cylinder, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea ......................$ 256.06 Master Cylinder, Defender 90/110, ProLine, Ea........................$ 169.00 Brake Reservoir Cap, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea..............$ 19.20 Brake Master Reservoir Kit DEF 90/110, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea.....................................................$ 38.90 Brake Servo Assembly, Defender 90/110, NON ABS, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 244.42 Brake Servo Assembly, Defender 90/110, ABS, Genuine, Ea$ 394.26 Flat Washer 8MM, Genuine, Ea..................................................$ 0.46 NYLOC Nut M8, Genuine, Ea .......................................................$ 0.46 Brake Servo Check Valve, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea .....$ 31.90 Brake Hose, NAS V-8 3.9, Genuine, Ea ....................................$ 18.94 Brake Hose, NAS D90 4.0, Genuine, Ea.....................................$ 14.62 Brake Servo Vacuum Pipe, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea....$ 18.56 Hose Clamp, non TDI, Genuine, Ea ............................................$ 1.35 Hose Clamp, TDI, Genuine, Ea ....................................................$ 0.81 Cable Tie 4.8 X 270mm, Genuine, Ea .........................................$ 0.98 Hose Clip, Genuine, Ea.................................................................$ 0.89 Hose Clip, Genuine, Ea.................................................................$ 2.15 Hose Clip, Genuine, Ea.................................................................$ 6.02

ABS 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 7.

RNI176 RNI168 RNI169 RNI170 RND793 RNI177

10.

RNI178

Master Cylinder, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea ......................$ 294.95 Brake Reservoir Cap, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea..............$ 19.20 Brake Master Reservoir, Kit, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea .$ 38.90 Servo Assembly, Defender 90/110, Genuine, Ea......................$ 394.26 NYLOC Flange Nut M8, Genuine, Ea..........................................$ 0.81 Check Valve Grommet for Vacuum ServoAssembly, Genuine, Ea ....................................................................................$ 25.12 Hose Clip, Genuine, Ea.................................................................$ .66

Brakes Kits (Kits include pads, rotors & hardware) RNK6110 PLK6110 RNK6111 PLK6111 RNK6108 PLK6108 RNK6109 PLK6109

Brake Kit, Front Axle, Defender 90, Genuine, Kit.....................$ 249.00 Brake Kit, Front Axle, Defender 90, ProLine, Kit ......................$ 118.95 Brake Kit, Rear Axle, Defender 90, Genuine, Kit......................$ 239.95 Brake Kit, Rear Axle, Defender 90, ProLine, Kit.......................$ 89.00 Brake Kit, Front Axle, Defender 110, Genuine, Kit...................$ 219.00 Brake Kit, Front Axle, Defender 110, ProLine, Kit ....................$ 118.95 Brake Kit, Rear Axle, Defender 110, Genuine, Kit....................$ 404.25 Brake Kit, Rear Axle, Defender 110, ProLine, Kit.....................$ 136.50

Hub Bearing RNH003 PLH003

Genuine...........................................................................................$ 25.71 ProLine ............................................................................................$ 13.13

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BRAKES / SERIES II, IIA, III

7 2

Brake Booster Servos 3

RNF314 Servo Unit (Used in conjunction with the dual master cylinder) 1969 on", Series IIA, III with Dual Power Master ‘69 on, Genuine.................$449.12 PLF314 Brake Servo Assembly, Series IIA, III with Dual Power Master ‘69 on, ProLine ..................$194.20 RNA920 Servo Rebuild Kit (no diaphragm) ..............................$ 30.72 RNH410 Valve for Brake Servo ..................................................$ 50.93 RNH411 Vacuum hose, Series IIA, III for ‘69- ‘83 LHD ...........$ 25.23

DUAL

Brake Shoes 8.

MASTER CYLINDER 1. 1. 2.

2. 3. 3.

PLC228 Master Cylinder CB, Genuine, 88” Series II, IIA......$ 79.95 RNC429 Master Cylinder CB, 109” Series II, IIa thru ‘67 .......$288.42 RNC752 Master Cylinder CV, Genuine, 88" Series IIA '67 & '68, Negative earth only............$134.41 PLC752 Master Cylinder CV, Proline, .88" Series IIA '67 & '68, Negative earth only...........$ 79.95 PLC753 Master Cylinder CV, ProLine, 109" 1969 on, Series IIA, III for single non-power brake system ..$ 59.95 RNC454 Dual Master Cylinder, Genuine, 88", 1969 on............$351.11 PLC454 Dual Master Cylinder, ProLine, 88", 1969 on .............$229.95 RNC762 Dual Power Master Cylinder, Genuine, Series III ...$327.49 PLC762 Dual Power Master Cylinder, ProLine, Series III.....$259.00

Wheel Cylinders 88 4.

RNB535 PLB535 RNB536 PLB536 RNB537 PLB537 RNB538 PLB538

RH, Front, Genuine, 88" Series II, IIA, III ...................$ RH, Front, ProLine, 88" Series II, IIA, III.....................$ LH, Front, Genuine, 88" Series II, IIA, III ....................$ LH, Front, ProLine, 88" Series II, IIA, III .....................$ RH, Rear, Genuine, 88" Series II, IIA, III.....................$ RH, Rear, ProLine, 88" Series II, IIA, III......................$ LH, Rear, Genuine, 88" Series II, IIA, III .....................$ LH, Rear, ProLine, 88" Series II, IIA, III ......................$

78.50 48.50 78.50 48.50 75.38 52.50 75.38 52.50

Wheel Cylinders 109

5. 6.

RNB542 PLB542 RNB541 PLB541 RNB535 PLB535 RNB536 PLB536 RNC600 RNC599 RNC380 RNF316

RH, Front, Genuine, 109", 2.25 Litre.............................$ 51.41 RH, Front, ProLine, 109", 2.25 Litre..............................$ 44.50 LH, Front, Genuine, 109", 2.25 Litre .............................$ 51.41 LH, Front, ProLine, 109", 2.25 Litre ..............................$ 44.50 RH, Rear, Genuine, 109", 2.25 Litre..............................$ 78.50 RH, Rear, ProLine, 109", 2.25 Litre ...............................$ 48.50 LH, Rear, Genuine, 109", 2.25, 2.6 Litre .......................$ 78.50 LH, Rear, ProLine, 109", 2.25, 2.6 Litre ........................$ 48.50 RH, Front, 109", 2.6 Litre................................................$199.00 LH, Front, 109", 2.6 Litre ................................................$199.00 Bleed Screw ..................................................................$ 4.51 Dust Cap for Bleed Screws.........................................$ 2.19

RNF320 Front or Rear Axle Set, 10” Shoes for 88” Series I, II, IIA, III thru June 1980, Genuine .............$144.62 PLF320 Front or Rear Axle Set, 10”Shoes for 88” Series I, II, IIA, III thru June 1980, ProLine...............$ 36.50 PLF343 Front Axle Set Bonded, 11” Shoes for 109” 2.25 litre, Series I, II, IIA, III, ProLine ..........................................$ 41.95 RNF321 Rear Axle Set Riveted, 11” Shoes for 109” 2.25, 2.6 & 3.5 litre, Series I, II, IIA, III, Genuine..........................$149.86 PLF321 Rear Axle Set Bonded, 11” Shoes for 109” 2.25, 2.6 & 3.5 litre, Series I, II, IIA, III, ProLine ...........................$ 47.50 PLF344 Front Axle Set Bonded, 11” Shoes for 109” 2.6 & 3.5 litre, Series IIA, III, ProLine ..................................................$ 73.45

Brake Drums 9.

PLC545 RNC534 PLC534 PLC216 RNC504 RNC505 RNC504 PLA915

88”, Series I, II, IIA thru Suff. G, ProLine...................$ 49.50 88", Oct 1971 thru June 1980........................................$140.85 88", Oct 1971 thru June 1980, ProLine........................$ 39.50 109", 2.25 litre, Series II, IIA, ProLine .........................$ 55.00 109", 2.25 litre, Oct 1971 on ..........................................$131.39 109", 2.6 & 3.5 litre Oct 1971 on Front.........................$247.74 110", 109” All Models Oct 1971 on Rear ....................$131.39 Drum Screws, All Models............................................$ 0.50

Brake Backing Plates 10. RNC203 RNC202 RNB557 RNC271 RNC272 RNE588

All Models thru June 1980, 88” Left Hand ................$183.80 All Models thru June 1980, 88” Right Hand..............$183.80 Right Hand Front, 109", 2.25 litre .................................$197.01 Left Hand Rear, 109”, 2.25 litre....................................$209.76 Right Hand Rear, 109”, 2.25 litre .................................$209.76 Brake Drum Adjuster Kit (Does 4 adjusters), 109", 2.25 litre..................................................................$141.59

Brake Pedal Return Springs 11. RNC455 Series II, IIA ...................................................................$ 2.47 RNC453 Series III .........................................................................$ 3.07

Brake Shoe Springs 12. RNC165 RNA952 RNA993 RNC345 RNC273

Front & Rear, Top, 88” all models thru June ‘80.......$ Front & Rear, Bottom, 88” all models thru June ‘80$ Front, 109", 110” all models w/ rear drum brakes....$ 109", 110” all models w/ rear drum brakes ...............$ Rear Bottom, 109", 110” all models w/ rear drum brakes .....................................................$ RNC165 Top, 90” all models w/ rear drum brakes ..................$ RNA952 Bottom, 90” all models w/ rear drum brakes ...........$

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BRAKES / SERIES II, IIA, III 12

31 15 11

27 26

17 32 18

Brake Pipes and Hoses 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.

RNC552 RNC142 RNH414 RNC452 RNC195

RNC576 RNC577 18. RNB409 PLC435 RNC920 19. RNB656 RNC550 20. RNC436 21. RNC672 22. RNE419 23. RNC302 24. RNC516 25. RNE440 RNE439 26. RNA903 27. RNC551 RNC167 28. RNC920 29. RNE606 RNE605 30. RNF424 31. RNE453 32. RNB662 RNB663 RNC572 RNC571 33. RNC553 RNC433 34. RNF207 RNC515 RNE605 35. RNA986

Right Rear, Series II, IIA, III.........................................$ Clip, Series II, IIA, III.....................................................$ Drive Screw for Brake Line Clip, Series II, IIA, III...$ Reservoir to Master Cylinder, Series II, IIA, III........$ Master to Junction, single system, LHD, Series II, IIA..........................................................$ Front dual power, Series IIA, III..................................$ Rear dual power, Series IIA, III ..................................$ 5-Way Jct, Series II, IIA, III.........................................$ Brake Pipe Line, 4-Way Jct, Series II, IIA, III ..........$ 3-Way Jct, Series II, IIA, III.........................................$ Right Front, Series IIA ..................................................$ Right Front, Series III....................................................$ Metal Clamp for Rear Brake Lines, Series II, IIA, III..............................................................$ Rubber Grommet for Metal Clamp, Series II, IIA, III..............................................................$ Connecting Top and Bottom Wheel Cylinder, 109 Series II, IIA, III ......................................................$ For Front Wheel Cylinders, 88, 109 Series III only...$ Bracket for Brake Line, Series III...............................$ Bracket Rear, LH 88, RH 109........................................$ Bracket Rear, RH 88, LH 109........................................$ Stainless Retaining Strap ............................................$ Left Rear, 109..................................................................$ Left Rear, 88....................................................................$ Rear 3-Way Junction....................................................$ Rear Flex, 88...................................................................$ Flex, 109 Rear.................................................................$ Washer Brake Pipe Flex Line......................................$ Nut Brake Pipe Flex Line .............................................$ To Rear, Single system 88 ............................................$ To Rear, Single System 109..........................................$ To Rear, Dual power 88 ................................................$ To Rear, Dual power 109 ..............................................$ To Left Front, Series IIA................................................$ To Left Front, Series III .................................................$ Front Flex, Series III......................................................$ Front Flex, Series III, 1 ton...........................................$ Front Flex, Series IIA ....................................................$ Copper Sealing Washer, Series IIA ...........................$

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24 22

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Brake Light Switch 36. PLF313 Brake Light Switch, Series II, IIA, III .........................$ 12.95 RNC478 Brake Light Switch for Dual Circuit Power Brakes, 1969 on ............................................................................$ 36.07

Master Cylinder Rebuild Kits PLF292 RNC720 RNC625 RNC769 RNC770

Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit CB, 88”, ProLine ..........$ Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit CV, 88”, Genuine..........$ Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit CB, 109”, Genuine.......$ Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit CV, 109”, Genuine........$ Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit Dual Master Kit, 88” with Valve Assy., Genuine ...........................................$ RNC640 Master Cylinder Rebuild Kit Dual Master Kit, 109” with Valve Assy., Genuine ...........................................$ RNF290 Cap for Reservoir, Genuine..........................................$

8.95 17.54 92.28 37.50 36.90 68.42 20.42

Wheel Cylinder Kits "Kits contain all the components necessary to rebuild 2 wheel cylinders."

RNB641 PLB641 RNB598 PLB597

Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Front, Genuine, 88” ......$ Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Front, Genuine, 88” ......$ Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Rear, Genuine, 88” .......$ Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Front, Genuine, 109”, 2.25 litre (does 4 wheel cyls.)......................................$ RNC601 Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Front, Genuine, 109”, 2.6 & 3.5 litre (does 4 wh. cyls.) ..................................$ RNB641 Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Rear, Genuine, 109”, 2.25, 2.6 & 3.5 litre axle.................................................$ RNF350 Wheel Cylinder Rebuild Kit Rear, Genuine, 90” .......$

27.80 6.25 33.90 19.95 53.56 27.80 37.33

Hub Seal Kit RNK552 Series II, IIA, III 88” & 109” .........................................$ 24.39

Hub Bearing Kit RNH629 Series II, IIA, III 88” & 109” .........................................$ 79.45

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SIGHTINGS This has been one of the wettest years in New England in recent memory. The extra snow this winter, a soggy spring, rainy summer and now wet autumn, have made readers and viewers out of many Land Rover enthusiasts. So it’s no surprise that we received a big package of entries to this issue’s Sightings. Some Sighters noted this was their first Sighting, others came from veteran participants. It’s good for everyone to review the rules again: Rule # 1 - All Sightings receive recognition and our appreciation, but not necessarily a mug. We reward only those Sightings that capture the unique qualities of Land Rovers and their owners, and display them in a distinctive way. Rule #2 - If your Sighting does not really surprise you, it won’t surprise us, either, and thus we can’t award you a mug. We’re delighted, but not surprised, that Land Rovers appear in off orad magazines, British television programmes, British publications, films with British themes, and shows about African safaris. You shouldn’t be surprised, either, and should consider looking for other ways to get a coffee mug. Rule #3 - At an ever-changing date before publication, we close off the Sightings. If we’ve mentioned the Sighting in an earlier issue, we might not mention it again. If you’re new to the family of Land Rover enthusiasts, you may not have seen your Sighting in an earlier issue. Welcome aboard and send us your new Sightings. Rule #4 - We’re not outfitting your kitchen. If you qualify, one mug per Sighting per issue. Rule #5- Sightings that are Land Rover references in books go to our Literary Land Rover editor for mention, but only when space permits. Rule #6 - Psst... if we can’t read you name and address because of atrocious penmanship, we can’t recognize your Sighting nor send you a mug. Psst... E-mail submissions - remember we can’t send a mug by e-mail. Send us your real name and shipping address, too. Rule #7 - Grudgingly, very grudgingly, the Editor admits he might make an error. Let us know if you think you’ve been jobbed, but all decisions of the Editor are final.

The New York Times once claimed it included “all the news that’s fit to print,” which now has stretched to quirky automobiles and their owners. A great piece appeared on enthusiast Geoffrey Good of Brooklyn, NY, who uses his Series II-A 109” as daily transportation in the urban jungle. Dennis Stierer, Lockport, NY, Lois Goetz, Venice, FL, and Ryan Smith, Montclair, NJ sent in notice of the article. The next James Bond film is called Quantum of Solace [huh?!] and once again, exploding Land Rovers receive a lot of attention in the movie. John Derosa, Fairfield, CT, Randy Kremer, Paramus, NJ, and Michael Libott, Burbank, CA, saw the trailers. Jenna Morris, Liburn, GA, noted that a Series Rover appears briefly in the movie Journey to the Center of the Earth, but the characters walk instead of using the Rover. Young Chloe Miller [see rule #6] spotted a Land Rover in the poster for the movie Madagascar. Anything that appears in print always looks better with a Land Rover present in the article. Tommi Merrin, Mount Vernon, OH, noted when that Cottage Living magazine wrote an article about architect Bill Ingram’s country home, they included a shot of his Discovery. Shawn LaClair [see rules #2 and #6] noted that Vanity Fair included a spectacular ad for the Range Rover in the March 2008 issue. Jeffrey Austin, Chesapeake, VA, noted a Range Rover on the ICOM UK website. Advertisers do know the impact of a Land Rover. RedOxx Mfg produced a “Safari Travel Luggage” line and, of course, put a vintage Land Rover into their ads, reports Croley Graham, Franklin, TN. Karen Sindir, 62

Woodland Hills, CA, notes that when Blockbuster needed to promote the new Indiana Jones movie, they produced a T-shirt with a Defender and the slogan “Indiana Jones – Archaeology Since 1935.” Andy Iverson, Bennett, CO, thinks he saw a Range Rover or a LR3 in a promo for Babylon. Dolce and Gabbana produce high-end, high style clothing that takes some nerve to wear, so they used a customized Defender in their latest magazine ads, notes Frank Dauerer, San Clemente, CA, and Nathan Purney, Alexandria, VA. Herb Engdahl, Cave Creek, AZ, noted that a television commercial there for an alpaca breeders group included a Range Rover – probably to make the Alpacas looks better. Orvis has featured Land Rovers in their general catalogue but one Rover, a D90, made its first appearance in the Orvis Dog catalogue. Jamie Thompson, Pine Bush, NY and Steven Walls [see rule #6 above] spotted the Rovers. Kelty Tents features a Land Rover on their website, notes Michael Libott, Burbank, CA. Vitamin Water ran an ad in ESPN Magazine featuring NBA stars camping in a Defender 110. David Matlock, Lebanon, MO, caught the ad. William Kendall, Centreville, VA, found the word “Land Rover” in text only in the Duluth Trading Post catalogue. When PBS’s Voyages of Discovery followed an expedition in to the mountains of Peru, they did so in a Defender 90, reports Dick Newton, Charlestown, RI [see Rule #6] Susannah Via [see Rule #6] spotted a Land Rover Series diesel chugging up the side of a mountain in the Planet Green networks Off the Grid with Les Stroud. Land Rovers are also shown at work as Zimbabwean police cars in an Investor Daily article, says Greg Haugen, Fargo, ND. Tom Proctor [see rule #2] found a BBC photo of Prince Harry at work in Namibia, digging out sand from around a grounded LR3. Mike Pattarozzi, Highlands Ranch, CO, so enjoyed “Dear Prudence” because of its LR3 that he almost ignored the presence of star Jane Seymour. Carl Seashore, Chapel Hill, NC, spotted several Defenders in an episode of Mythbusters. Chris Whybrew, Broken Arrow, OK, found a Land Rover green oval sticker on the rear of Land Rovers taking Georgian troops into battle. 40 Degrees 74 Degrees is the magazine of the Jersey Shore, and Allan Brown, Jackson, NJ, sent us an article on the essentials of tailgating at football games. Their tailgate of choice – a Range Rover HSE. Angela Huggins, Vancouver, WA, found a great article on the necessity of off roading in Africa in Adventist World magazine. Dick Newton, Charlestown, RI, read up on an archaeological expedition in Spain and noted a photo of a Santana in The Westerly Sun. Tom Harrison, Woodbury, CT, found a mention of Macy’s mall store in Connecticut Magazine that featured a photo of a fashionable mother and son in a topless Series Rover. Mike Green, Two Rivers, AK, wanted us to know about life in Alaska so he send in a newspaper clipping of the time a bear went one-on-one against a 2002 Land Rover. D. Townsend, Wellsboro, PA, send a copy of the same article which he headlined as “Rovers 1, Bear 0.” John Derosa, Fairfield, CT, watched a Science Channel show on GPS devices and reports a video clip included a Defender 90 on a city street. Coverage of the Tour de France included a quick shot of an LR3, reports James Carr, Elk Grove, CA. Kristin Minner, Carnation, WA, spotted Defenders on the Discovery show Killer Ants. On the Discovery Channel’s Josh Bernstein in the Unknown, Ronnie Massie, Franklin, NC, watched the host climb Mt. Etna in a Defender 110 SW. Dave Bowman, Orange, VA, watched the season premiere of Bones in which a Freelander is fished out of a river. The police are driving a Discovery Series II. A black Range Rover also appeared on the series premiere of Fringe, reports Dave. On Law and Order - Criminal Intent, Allan Brown, Jackson, NJ, watched a Range Rover Sport on the screen.

Perhaps seeing the error of its ways, REI has returned to including Rovers in their catalogues, notes Douglas Dietsche, Long Valley, NJ, Jamil Abbasy, Longmeadow, MA and Jarrad Elliott, Goffstown, NH. Albert Moore, East Hallsville, TX, James Pritchard, Midland, TX, Andrew Turner, El Paso, TX, and Mark Fails, Palmyra, PA, noted that Burger King has a new commercial showing a stranded hiker being rescued by a Defender 110 NAS and his Steakhouse Burger. Mountain Dew ties the famous Jack Hannah and a Land Rover together in a recent television ad, reports Sam Conder, Cumming, GA. Our C-List celebrity report this time includes Christian Bale, exiting a Range Rover HSE while being arraigned in court on domestic violence charges, notes Chris Whybrew, Broken Arrow, OK. Just like Land Rovers themselves some Land Rovers in ads go on forever. Greg Akin, Abilene, TX, noted that Farmers Insurance continues to use Land Rovers in its ads, this time on Telemundo. James Pritchard, Midland, TX, Loic Fabro, Herndon, VA, Chris Whybrew, Broken Arrow, OK, Jeremy Bergeron, Colorado Springs, CO, Killian Corbett, Missoula, MT, Brian Vance, Colorado Springs, CO, Andrew Turner, El Paso, TX, and Dendy Jarrett, Nashville, TN, spotted the Mobil 1 commercial featuring a Defender in the desert. Kohls continues to use ads featuring Land Rovers, most recently a Defender in their sales flyer, reports Shannon Shanks, Springfield, IL and James Pitts, Dallas, GA. David Lane, Darien, CT, noted the TD Ameritrade ad on CNBC. Beretta continues to use Series Rovers in their catalogues, notes Steve Johnson, Johns Island, SC. Mike Green, Two Rivers, AK, notes that Transition lens still uses Land Rovers in their television ads. Yaesu mobile transmitters continues to use Defenders in ads for their products, notes Ray Strickland, Blue Hill, ME To our delight, we often receive odd Sightings. Julia Harris, Wilton, CT, Lyndon Nolan, Boise, ID, and Bill Tanner [see rule #6] reported that a “Sand Rover” appeared in a sand sculpture contest, as reported on

yahoo.com. In the Judge Dredd Land Rover vein, we thank Patrick Kleinman for informing us of Turtle Transit, the folks who make the Oscar Mayer Weinermobiles. They use Discovery Series II’s to construct Monsters for Monster.com. Steven Staheli, Goshen, UT, sent us a portion of the Utah Drivers Rule Book; in the section on towing vehicles, a line drawing of “what to do” includes a Series Land Rover as the vehicle being towed! We expect British royalty to use Land Rovers but Steve Garner, Columbus, MS, notes that the new king of Tonga also uses a Land Rover. Andrew Sanchez, Irving, TX, toured Times Square in New York and sent us a photo of Land Rover advertising on two enormous billboards. Geno St. Jarvi, Appleton, WI, sent a travel article on Chinon, France, with a great photo of a Land Rover at rest on a city street. Bill Ruttan, Palm Springs, CA, found an ad from British Aerospace [a former corporate parent of Land Rover] that features a lovely 88” soft top waiting for a corporate jet. We want to thank the following Sighters for sending in entries that sadly missed deadlines and appeared in recent issues: Don Smith, Galensburg, IL, Chris Wybrew, Broken Arrow, OK, Roy Agte [see rule #6], Matt Joyce, Chester, MD, William Prillaman, Irvington, VA, Mark Fails, Palmyra, PA, Heath McGuire, Summerville, GA, Michael Bondmass, Las Vegas, NV, Justin McMahon, St. Louis, MO, James Dargan, Plymouth, MA. Tami Sutherland, Grottoes, VA, Scott and Lori Peterson [see Rule #6, too], Corey Bowlin, Louisville, KY, Matt Joyce, Chester, MD, Jack Nardone, Hampton, NH, Kevin Fennessy, North Andover, MA, Lane Davis, Knoxville, TN, Peter Schram, Churubusco, IN, LTC Paul Duray, Rockville, MD, Berhard McMahon, Washington, DC, and Greg Chait [see Rule #6]. And we need to recognize Steve Johnson, Johns Island, SC, who submitted a J.L. Powell sighting in time for our summer issue, but was omitted from our listings. A mug is on the way.

Sightings Winners: William Kendall Centreville, VA

Dick Newton Charlestown, RI

Steve Johnson Johns Island, SC

Thomas Harrison Woodbury CT

Nathan Purney Alexandria, VA

Andrew Turner El Paso, TX

Douglas Dietsche Long Valley NJ

James Prtichard Midland, TX

Allan Brown Jackson, NJ

Mark Fails Palmyra, PA

Sam Conder Cumming, GA

Albert Moore East Hallsville, TX

Sherry Block Hadlyme, CT

Frank Dauerer San Clemente, CA

Jamil Anthony Longmeadow, MA

David Matlock Lebanon, MO

Jarrad Elliott Goffstown, NH

Tommi Merrin Mount Vernon, OH

Herb Engdahl Cave Creek, AZ

Michael Libott Burbank, CA 63

Mantec Raised Air Intakes

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Originally designed to combat the sandy dust of the Sahara Desert, Mantec’s Raised Air Intake ensures a cleaner air supply to your engine when driving in dusty conditions. Made of zinc-phosphated steel and black polyester-coated (paintable to match body color). Used in everything from the Camel Trophy to the G4 Challenge. Includes hardware and fitting instructions.

In the snowbelt, this simple accessory will make a big difference in a Land Rover’s winter performance. By controlling the airflow through the radiator in freezing weather, the engine can run at its optimum operating temperature. This means reduced engine wear and increased heater output. Features superior materials and construction for improved durability and function.

RNA1003 RNA1013 RNA1115 RNA1002 RNA2002 RNA2002TDI RNA2013

Discovery I .................................................................................$ Discovery II ................................................................................$ Range Rover Classic ................................................................$ Defender90/110 NAS , pictured top right...............................$ 2.5 NA, 2.5 Turbo, 200 TDI Mantec..........................................$ Defender Td5, 300 TDI (Black PVC Plastic) shown above..$ Defender 90/110 300 TDI/TD5 & 2.4D (PVC) ..........................$

399.00 499.00 379.00 539.00 349.00 339.00 299.00

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Early Series II, IIA w/ headlamps in grill ...............................$ Late Series IIA w/ headlamps in wings .................................$ Series III ......................................................................................$ Defender 90, 110.........................................................................$ Military Air Portable..................................................................$

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