Summer 2008 Rovers North News

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James W Tinge ( 1970 Series IIA, 88”)Photo: Matt Martin

4 Letters to the Editor

10 Stayin’ Cool by Christofpher S. Berdy

18 Born Free Redux by Louise Orlando

26 You Belong to Me Eric Evans

34 Memories of Winter Past by Jeffrey B. Aronson

36 Operation Swamp Cooler by Calef Letorney

45 Employee Profile

46 Land Rover Corporate Info

50 Protecting Your Loved Ones by Mike Koch & Calef Letorney

52 Behind the Steering Wheel by Jeffrey B. Aronson

62 Sightings

The Rovers North News is a publication of

Rovers North, Inc.

Publisher: Mark Letorney

Editor: Jeffrey B. Aronson

Designer: Matthew Martin

©2008 Rovers North Inc.

This publication may not be reproduced without the

express written permission of Rovers North Inc.

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CONTENTS

Cover Photo by: Doug Evilsizor, Land Rover Lifestyle Magazine

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INTERIOR / SEATS, SEAT REPAIR KITS, DOOR TRIMS

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(A) Seat Trim Kit Defender 90, 110RNA5600 Seat trim kit, Twill with Grey backing ................................$ 229.00RNA5700 Seat trim kit, Granite with Black backing .........................$ 229.00

(B) Defender Seatback and Bottom Seat CushionsPLH723 Defender 90 / 110 Bottom Front Seat Cushion assembly in

techno cloth with grey vinyl sides...................................$ 179.00PLH724 Defender 90 / 110 Seatback Cushion Right Hand in techno

cloth with grey vinyl back. Includes adjustment lever, knoband plastic cover. Non-Genuine, high quality. ..............$ 289.00

PLH725 Defender 90 / 110 Seatback Cushion Left Hand in technocloth with grey vinyl back. Includes adjustment lever, knoband plastic cover. Non-Genuine, high quality. ..............$ 289.00

(C) Deluxe Style Front Seat Cushions Series II, IIA, IIIPLE286 Bottom cushion, Driver/Pass, Black Vinyl ........................$ 68.25PLF575 Back cushion, Driver/Pass, Black Vinyl ............................$ 68.25PLE287 Bottom cushion, Center, Black Vinyl..................................$ 65.05PLF576 Back cushion, Center, Black Vinyl .....................................$ 65.63

(D) Seat bottomPLH689 Series II, III bottom seat cushion in flat dark grey..........$ 59.00

(E) Interior Front Door Trim SetRNA4600 Series IIA, III Interior RH & LH door trim set....................$ 398.00

(F) Interior Front Door Panel SetRNA4700 Series & Defender Interior RH & LH door panel set .......$ 499.00

(G) Interior Door PullRNF474 Defender 90, 110 Interior door handle...............................$ 3.90

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LETTERS TO THE EDITORDear Rovers North,Our 24th Birthday Party at Silver Lake,Ontario, was blessed with super weather,great attendance and enough mud to wearwith pride.

We are writing on behalf of everyonewho attended this year’s event to thank youfor your generous donations and continuedsupport. Having a successful fund raisingauction is key to continuing our club’sannual traditional premier event.Jean-Leon Morin, PresidentDavid Pell, Secretary/TreasurerKevin Newell, Off Road CoordinatorOttawa Valley Land RoversCarp, ONCanada[Rovers North congratulates you and yourorganization for another sterling event. It’sa highlight of the North American eventcalendar –ed.]

Dear Sirs:I have always loved Land Rovers. I guess it isforemost the design of the older series thatgot me interested many years ago. Around2000 I bought my first Land Rover, a 1996Discovery. I only kept it for 3 years as I foundmaintaining it through the local dealershipexpensive. However, I knew deep downI would never be content until I ownedanother Rover.

About 3 years ago a fellow residentopened up a restaurant, where I would seehis Series Rover, sometimes pulling a smalltrailer filled with restaurant equipment orpicking up supplies. I was impressed that hedrove it daily; the dents and the generalcondition only added to its character.

For several years my wife continued tosay “no” to my pleas to purchase anotherRover. My first wish was a Defender 90 but allthe vehicles I priced were out of my range.Then one day a friend and I drove toSnohomish to see the cars at Black CatAntiques. Imagine my surprise and delight towhen I saw a 1971 late IIA sitting in theirstore. It was exactly what I had been lookingfor, mostly original with many restoredfeatures, a solid runner with a lot ofcharacter. Well, I immediately called my wife.She could hear the excitement in my voice asI described it to her.

After purchasing the car, the owner madecertain that I had a copy of The Rovers NorthNews. I immediately ordered a jump seat forthe back as well as other items. Within a weekI had taken possession of the Series IIA andI’ve spent many hours tinkering, cleaning anddriving it.

I feel that the older models embodythe original spirit, rugged design andfunctionality of what I was looking for in aLand Rover. Thanks for your terrific serviceand friendly staff at Rovers North.

Ben HarrisonDuvall, WA[Yes, we admire the Series I – III models,too. Enthusiasts with Discovery I-II vehicleshave found that many of the expensiverepairs once required at dealerships can beaccomplished with the right parts, tools,and expert assistance. We’re always happyto help –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,If, on these cold winter evenings, after a longday out in the garage under your favorite LandRover, you’re ready for a bit of “armchairRovering,” peck out www.imcdb.org/vehiclesinto your computer and before your eyeswill be displayed a listing of nearly everyautomotive conveyance that has everappeared in a movie or on television. Find“Land Rover” in the listing and you’ll findsome 1,187 different titles listed. Besides theusual Solihull Land Rovers, there are alsolistings for the more esoteric models such asthe Cuthbertson tracked Land Rover, theMinerva, the Santana as well as the interestingTempo.

Sorry to say that in this snowy season mybaby (’64 IIA 88”) is at the Cooper Technicashop for the installation of a set of LEDrunning/brake/turn signal lights as well asdelving into a box of gears to see why 4WD isbeing particularly reluctant and troublesomeof late. Can’t complain really, as it’s beenseveral years since anything’s gone wrongwith my daily driver.Glenn ShriverChicago, IL[Good luck with the new lamp installation.Let us know how they work out for you –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,I just wanted to say how much I enjoy theRovers North News. I really enjoyed MikeKoch’s article “Simply Irresistible.” The onlything, I was very sad that there were 5 pic-tures (including the cover) of his white RRC.My Dad has owned a ’91 RRC for about 10years and I have a ’93 LWB, and never gettired of seeing pictures of them. Mike talkedabout his leather seats but we never got to seeany cabin shots.D. Aaron ConwaySt. Louis Park, MN[Range Rover owners tend to becomeRange Rover enthusiasts and Mike’s articlehelp detail just why that happens. Glad youenjoyed the article. Why not send us somephotos of your Range Rover? –ed]

Hello Rovers North,We’ve been receiving the Rovers North Newsever since my husband got his belovedDefender 90. Two Christmas’ ago, he got mea ’94 Range Rover Classic, and I was delight-

ed to read “Simply Irresistible” in the Winter2008 issue. Mike Koch’s love for his Classic isexactly the love I have for mine (which alsohas only 3 working windows). I fell in lovewith Range Rovers 10 years ago when myhusband and I were driving behind one justlike my current car. We were expecting ourfirst boy and times were tough. I remembertelling my mother that Christmas how much Iwish I owned a Range Rover. She smiled andsaid, “one day, dear, you’ll see, one day.”Which is why, that this Christmas, after manybeautiful and hard moments in our life, andall the hard work of my adored husband(who deserves every part he owns of theDefender), I could not stop crying when Irealized my dream came true. My RangeRover is not brand new nor the mosteconomical or most luxurious car but it is mydream come true. In his Defender or in minetogether with our two boys, we feel – likeMike said – “imperial.”Alejandra Ortiz-JimenezSanta Ana, CA[Mike appreciates your comments and yes,still loves his Range Rover Classic as muchas you like yours –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,This note is to let you know we are still aliveand functioning even though we haven’tordered anything recently. We to keep youapprised of our progress in renovating our1963 Carawagon but sadly there has beennone. The “inland hurricane” of August 2007laid a heavy hand on us as it passed directlyover the ranch. We narrowly avoided the lossof house and shop and Land Rover, butdamage to the canyon has been widespreadand severe. Since that first storm we have hadthree others of less magnitude but allfurthered the damage to the “big one.”

We look forward to each issue of TheRovers North News and use it to window shopendlessly.

As an aside, my first Land Rover experi-ence goes back to 1965 during the erection ofa petroleum production facility in the TrucialStates, particularly the sheikdom of AbuDhabi. I had two company cars assigned formy use, both 109” station wagons of a ’62-’64vintage, all new and shiny to begin with andwith large low pressure desert tires. At thattime, the old desert hands told me only twotypes of vehicles could survive a year’s servicein the Rub-al-Khali (southern desert); theywere the Land Rover and the Dodge Type Dlight truck. I still enjoy looking through someold slides and seeing my Rover and theTrucial-Oman Scouts military Rovers at work.

Thanks again for The Rovers NorthNews, and you will be hearing from us whenwe progress on our project.Robert and Irene PughLoafers Glory Ranch

Gracemont, OK[Glad to hear that the storms grazed youand wish you every success with theCarawagon. Send us photos for an article –ed.]

Dear Mark,I have had the Winter ’08 issue of the RoversNorth News about a week. It always brings alittle sense of adventure with it every time itarrives. The cover photos of the Fall ’07 andWinter ’08 editions were refreshing indeed.The sight of fresh fallen snow and a Roveralmost lost in the snowdrift – what a sight! Iknow seeing snow in a picture and living withit are two different things, but tell your artdirector (Matt) and editor (Jeff) and yourselfas publisher, great job!

When I see the Rovers North News I doenjoy reading it, especially “Behind theSteering Wheel,” but even after all these years(since I was a boy) Rovers have always stirreda part of me. I never tire of looking at thepictures. The thoughts of restoring the oldIIA that I purchased from you several yearsago, even kept me going through a two yearbout with cancer. In the meantime, it’s youand your dedicated team that keep old Roverson the road.Leighton OggHouston, TX[We’re thrilled to hear of your recovery andwish you continued good health. It’s clearyour II-A is in good hands –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Thanks, guys, great magazine! Not sure aboutparts yet as I haven’t started on my projectSeries III. I’m currently collecting parts forthe Cummins turbo diesel to replace the 2.25diesel that I killed driving back fromAlbuquerque, NM, to Raleigh, NC (1,800miles – but at least I made it home before itkicked the bucket). Would you guys beinterested in a complete diesel, tranny, andtransfer case that needs a rebuild?Michael WellfordRaleigh, NC[If any reader is interested, we’ll forwardyour email address to them –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,I’ve just returned from shipboard duty and westopped at the Indian Ocean military basecalled Diego Garcia. The British Navy andBritish Royal Marines use Defenders andDiscoveries for police work. The seniorranking British Officer drives a green LR3.LCDR Ed McDonnellLido Beach, NY[Diego Garcia during a northeast winter –that sounds pretty good –ed.]

Dear Les and Rovers North,I bought a Katydid pocket filter 10 years agofor the price of $400. It came in a box withLand Rover 110 on it. It seems like a waste ofmoney, but an important item to have whenyou are outdoors all the time. I now have a

109” diesel. How many real Land Roverowners use their trucks as they wereintended for, and carry around a product witha Land Rover on the box that they really use?The only ones I’ve seen are pictures frommagazines, key chains, and cyberspace. I’mwilling to bet two Sightings coffee cups.Brendan RiedmullerWaynesboro, PA[For 60 years now Land Rovers have proventheir versatility – it’s hard to say just “whatthey were intended for.” But as the famousBBC Top Gear program noted, “Land Roversare always doing something important.”–ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Thank you guys for always having great pricesand being so helpful.Brett CuretonAnnapolis, MD[You’re welcome. We envy you with your AAYellow Defender 90 –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Thanks for my Sightings mugs. I love them.My unknowing friends look puzzled whenthey see my “coveted” mugs.Sherry BlockHadlyme, CT[If they’re mooching coffee off you, it’s aperfect time to educate them about LandRovers –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Thanks for being there with the parts andtechnical support over these many years.Rudy MinarStill River, MA[Do “Still Rivers Run Deep?” – ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Keep up the good work. I very muchenjoy your publication and look forward toreceiving the next one. I enjoy the articles andthe stories from other Rover owners.Bent BowersMarysville, OH[Thanks for letting us help you get the mostour of your 1990 Range Rover County –ed]

Dear Rovers North,Thank you so much for providing greatservice with such a knowledgeable, friendlystaff.Dave BallokRockton, IL[We’re delighted to help. Thanks for being agreat enthusiast –ed.]

Dear Rovers North,Thank you for all your help through the yearsand thank you for supplying the partsrequested by Matt Browne, OverlandEngineering, who is literally making mydream come true.Mike McNultyArcadia, FL

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DEC, the affordable, easy to usediagnostic test system for all Land

Rovers 1995 & later.

The Independent garage trade constantlydemands OEM or near OEM tools to carry outLand Rover ECU vehicle diagnostics, especiallyfor coding or reprogramming damaged and orreplacement ECUs. The DEC SUPERSCAN II isjust the tool you need!

The DEC SUPERSCAN II affordably provides theadvanced automotive diagnostic test systemsneeded by the independent garage. This PCbased scanner is comprised of a small blueinterface box (about the size of a paperbackbook), a cable set and the necessary software.All you need is a PC (desktop or laptop) runningWindows 9x or better (Win 98, 98SE, Me, XP,2000, NT) operating system with at least aPentium II processor and one free serial RS-232or USB port and Bluetooth equipped.

The Superscan II has many features such as:• Read and clears fault codes.• Displays live data for effective

trouble shooting.• Test and activate vehicle systems

independently.• Perfect for ABS, ACE and SRS

system faults.• Ideal for trouble shooting navigation,

video and speechrecognition systems in late modelLand Rovers.

• Key Coding/Programming.• Airbag ECU Programming.• BSI Configuration.• Live Data Activation.• Error Code Reading and Erasing.• INCLUDES FREE software updates

available on the web for 1 year afterpurchase.

Easy to use, The Superscan II includes its ownbuilt-in INFORMATION SYSTEM that gives theexact procedure for each programming functionbefore starting the procedure. To access, justselect the system to be programed and press theControl I (ctrl + I) . It's that simple!

DEC SuperScan II...........................$ 2699.00

EXTERIOR / ROOF RACKS

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(A) Brownchurch HD Galvanized Roof Racksfor Series II, IIA, III & Defender 90, 110 HardTop ModelsExpedition quality reinforced, hot dipped galvanized roof rack with access ladder(as shown above) designed for Series II, IIA, III. ROW 90, 110.RNA9591 Heavy Duty Galvanized Full Length Roof Rack, 88”, ROW 90

(or 3/4 109, ROW 110) Will not fit NAS 90, 110..............................$ 899.00RNA9590 Same as RNA9591 with integral fuel can mounts (4 cans) ......$ 987.00RNA1196 Heavy Duty Galvanized Full Length Roof Rack, 109” or ROW 110

as shown above. Will not fit NAS 110 ...........................................$ 995.00

(B) Brownchurch Roof Racks for Series II, IIA,III & Defender 90, 110 Hard Top ModelsStrong, lightweight, versatile and attractive, these famed English roof racks are nowavailable in half and full length sizes. They feature a wide, easy to install gutter mountclamp system. Finished in black nylon for extra durability and corrosion resistance.Fits all aluminum hard top Land Rover models, except NAS Defender 110.LR91NL 81" long x 53" wide x 41/2" deep,

All 88, 109, & NAS 90 (except NAS 110) ........................................$ 969.00LR91NS 49" long x 53" wide x 41/2" deep,

All 88, 109, & NAS 90 (except NAS 110) ........................................$ 659.00LR91NAL Rear Ladder........................................................................................$ 179.00

Brownchurch Expedition Powder CoatdRoof RacksSuper strong, light weight and attractive, make these our most popular roofracks for expedition travel. Available in half and full length sizes. They have awide, easy to install gutter mount clamp system that will have you stowing your gearin no time at all. Allows both sunroofs on Discoverys to be opened. Features a flat loaddeck, durable black powder coat finish.(C) Full Length 81"x53"x4"RR91NL Range Rover Classic Brownchurch Full Roof Rack....................$ 969.00LD91NL Discovery I & II Brownchurch Full Roof Rack .............................$ 969.00

(D) Half Length 49"x53"x4"RR91NS Range Rover Classic Brownchurch Half Roof Rack...................$ 659.00LD91NS Discovery I & II Brownchurch Half Roof Rack ............................$ 659.00

(E) Genuine Land Rover Rear LadderRNA661 Discovery I and II Ladder, Genuine................................................$ 128.00

(F) Half LengthBC91N-LR3 LR3 Brownchurch Half Roof Rack..................................................$ 699.95

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(A) Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit for yourRange Rover ClassicThis do-it-yourself kit is designed as a permanent and economical fix foryour rusty tailgate lid. Kit includes corrosion-proof aluminum framepieces finished in matte black. Hardware and instructions included.PLH514 All-Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit for

Range Rover Classic .........................................................$ 399.95

(B) Pre-assembled with the glass already installed.Corrosion proof, all aluminum tailgate lid for Range Rover Classic. Comesassembled with Genuine glass and hardware. Does not include exteriorhandle, latches, hinges, central locking mechanism or brake light.PLB171A Pre-assembled Aluminum Tailgate Lid ..........................$ 699.00

(C) Genuine Liftgate AssemblyThis is a fully assembled liftgate ready to be installed as supplied byLand Rover. Includes top hinges, cross rods, wiring harness and bottomlatches. Does not include the exterior handle.RNB171 Genuine Land Rover Liftgate Assembly ........................$1199.00RNB261 Exterior Handle Assembly (up to JA351032)................$ 199.50RNB299 Exterior Handle Assembly (from KA351033) .................$ 129.00

(D) Defender 90 Surrey TopEnjoy open air driving with protection from the sun with our Surrey Top. Manufacturedto OE specifications.PLD279 Surrey Top, black................................................................................$ 387.45

(E) Superior Quality Fabric Soft TopEverything you wanted in a custom soft top for your Defender 90 is here. Constructedwith superior quality black fabric it will not fade, shrink or crack like the original. Thistop will look as good as the day you first put it on, year after year. Superior featuresinclude: weather secure door seals, heavy duty zippers, improved visibility, and HDPermaclear windows. An awesome fit on your existing belt rail system virtually endsthe headaches of all the stretching and prying and keeps you happy and dry when theweather is foul. Includes three zip out windows, carrying pack and instructions.RNA90ST01 1994 - ’97 D90 Soft Top ................................................................$ 1998.00RNE245 1994 D90 Belt Rail Kit*.................................................................$ 45.00RNE246 1994 D90 Tailgate Bar Kit* ..........................................................$ 74.00* The 1994 Defender 90 Soft Top is equipped from the factory with snaps and requires a beltrail and tailgate bar kit to be installed to use this top. 1995 and 1997 Defender 90 Soft topmodels do not require this kit.

(F) Defender 90 Soft Top - Half Bimini StyleRNH991 .........................................................................................................$ 188.92

(G) High Quality Series II-III Canvas TopsPLB754 88” Green, full length with windows..............................$ 489.90PLB752 88” Sand, full length with windows................................$ 499.95PLB753 88” Black, full length with windows...............................$ 588.00PLB763 109” Green, full length with windows............................$ 559.00PLB761 109” Sand, full length with windows..............................$ 579.00PLB778 88” Green, 3/4 length, w/o side windows......................$ 388.45PLB769 109” Green, 3/4 length, w/o side windows....................$ 395.95

High Quality Series II-III Galvanized Hoop setsOur full length galvanized hoop sets sold with all hardware requiredexcept door seals and fasteners.PLF550 Full 88” Hoop set................................................................$ 659.00PLF549 Full 109” Hoop set..............................................................$ 749.00

Tire Covers(H) Land Rover LogoRNE387 Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .$ 69.50RNE386 Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” ..........$ 69.50(I) Land Rover 88” Series on SafariRNTCSAL Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .$ 79.50RNTCSBL Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” ..........$ 79.50(J) Land Rover ElephantRNTCEAL Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .$ 79.50RNTCEBL Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” ..........$ 79.50(K) Land Rover RhinoRNTCRAL Tire Cover, standard 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .$ 79.50RNTCRBL Tire Cover, large 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” ..........$ 79.50

(L) Genuine Land Rover Mud FlapsRNA652 Range Rover Classic (flap only), Front or Rear (each) ................$ 24.50RNB307 Discovery I with running boards, Front, (pair w/hardware) ......$ 59.90RNA648 Discovery I (styled w/logo), Front, (pair w/hardware).................$ 62.95RNA649 Discovery I Rear kit, (pair w/hardware).........................................$ 59.95RNB301 Range Rover 38A 4.0/4.6, Front, (pair).............................................$ 139.00RNB308 Range Rover 38A 4.0 / 4.6, ’95-96, Rear, (pair) ...............................$ 138.00RNB317 Range Rover 38A 4.0 / 4.6, ’97-on, Rear, (pair) ..............................$ 112.07RND231 Discovery II - RH (flap only), Front or Rear, (each)..... .................$ 34.99RND232 Discovery II - LH (flap only), Front or Rear, (each).......................$ 34.99RNF252 Defender 90, 110, Front, (pair) .........................................................$ 119.50RNK015 Defender 90 NAS, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair)..............................$ 149.00RNK014 Defender 110 All, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair) ...............................$ 99.50RNB704 Series 88, 109 Reg, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair) ............................$ 69.00

(M) Extra Large Defender Mirror AssemblyRNH716 10” x 6” Convex glass improves visibility. Also fits all Series II, IIA, III

Land Rovers by fitting Defender hinges. Call for details .....$ 54.00

(M) Standard Size Defender Mirror AssemblyRNE314 5” x 8” Convex glass mirror. Also fits all Series II, IIA, III

Land Rovers by fitting Defender hinges. Call for details .....$ 39.95

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[Christopher Berdy practices law and lives with his family inBirmingham, AL.. To break the boredom, he entertains himselfwith his 1970 Series IIA 88” SW. Here’s his tale of getting more outof his Rover –ed.]

Spring is my favorite time of year…warm days, cool nights, fishing,camping, and my son’s T-ball games. Unfortunately, in Birmingham,Alabama, a blistering summer always interrupts a too short spring.

For a Series Land Rover owner in the South, the heat-retainingproperties of an aluminum hardtop prove to be a highly unattractivequality in the sweltering summer months. While I laugh at thedebates over the “Kodiak v. Smiths” heaters on Rovers North Forum,I find little humor in running a 38-year old vehicle with noair-conditioning and a hardtop in the oppressive August heat.So, converting my 1970 Series IIA 88” station wagon to canvas (calleda “tilt” across the pond) was as much a necessity as a desire.

The Series Land Rover came in many permutations. To keepmanufacturing costs low, the body tub included installation tubes foruse with any hard top, pickup top or canvas top. By 1967, Land Roveris advertising its lower-priced canvas top model as “the Land Roverconvertible.” You were urged to roll up its canvas top “at the first glint

of sunshine.” Never mind that the framework of aluminum hoops,stays and rails were either “on” or “off,” or that the thick canvas topcan barely be removed and folded away – the conversion to a soft toptransforms the car.

I ordered a full “hoop set,” canvas top, gutter rails, windscreenrail, door seals, and tie downs from Rovers North. As I had astandard rear door with two side hinges, I also bought a tailgate,seals, and related hardware. After sorting out and separating thedaunting number of parts, I armed myself with a socket set, a smallcrescent wrench, several flat-head screwdrivers, a drill, tin snips, visegrips, and my not-so-fun-to-use rivet gun.

In some thirteen years of ownership, the previous owner of myIIA had never removed the top. Although I had heard horror storiesof Series owners cracking their windscreens while trying to detachthe hardtop, its removal (and detaching the rear door) went withoutincident. For a change all the bolts – the two behind the front seats,the two on each side of rear tub, the stretch of them across thewindshield – came apart easily and smoothly. Lifting it off wasanother matter; it was not a one man job.

After installing the front and rear hoops, I fitted the side ties andthen the middle hoop. For the middle hoop, I used a large vise grip

Story by: Christopher S. Berdy Photos by: Katherine S. Berdy

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to draw it to the side ties’ connecting points. After mounting thewindscreen rail, I connected the drain channel door post to the large“tabs” on the front hoop. I then bolted the triangle-shaped cornerbrackets (Part No. 345821/22) to the gutter rails, leaving the nutsloose on the corner brackets. After tightening up the entire assembly,I added door seals to the drain channel door posts and to the gutterrails. This required the drilling of a lot of holes and strenuous use ofthe rivet gun.

I also installed hoop brackets at the base of each hoop (Part No.304301), and I mounted front tie downs (Part No. 330578/79) to thevehicle sides just beneath the front hoop. The tie downs requiredrilling two holes each and further use of the rivet gun. Finally,I mounted two tie down staples to the windscreen rail and two to therear of the vehicle to tighten the canvas to the hoop set.

I started at the front of the vehicle and looped the webbing striponto the windscreen rail and gutter rail’s “teeth”. With the sidesof the top draped down, I tucked the edge of the canvas siding intothe flange on the drain channel door post. I wrapped theinterior-mounted strap around the front hoop and fastened theinterior buckle.

After draping the canvas down over the rear of the vehicle,I pulled the two long straps down and tied them off with the two reartie down staples. Inside the vehicle, I then pulled the two long strapshanging down by the rear bulkhead toward the windscreen rail andtightly tied them off at the two tie down staples.

I mounted two horseshoe-shaped rear tie downs (Part No.345699) over the tail lights for tying off and tightening the canvas withthe four pre-cut lengths of rope included with the top. Whilethreading the rope through the canvas is not difficult, it took somepatience. For the sleeve on the top of the canvas’ rear flap, I tapedthe rope to the end of a broom handle, allowing me to “push” itthrough the sleeve. With the canvas on, I hooked the rope under theside and rear hasps, respectively, and then tied them off at the rear tiedowns over the tail lights.

While it’s not essential, I plan to apply a healthy coating ofCanvak to enhance the durability and waterproofing of my newpurchase. I also plan to install some wooden dowels into the canvas’sleeves to make the sides straighter and easier to roll up. While I likethe traditional look of the rope, I will probably replace them withsome bungee cord making it easier to secure the canvas to thevehicle, particularly in the wet. To help the top retain its shape for along time, it’s helpful to really cinch down the top in wet weather andlet it dry, tied down tightly.

Needless to say, with my soft top on, I am thoroughly enjoying thecool spring weather. Not only is it breezy, but I can roll up the sidesand still have shade. Of course, few vehicles draw more attentionthan a Series Rover with its soft top down or sides rolled up.

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

(B) 10 Litre Fuel Can HolderJCH0010 .........................................................................................$ 49.95

(C) 20 Litre Fuel Can HolderJCH0020 Fits RNF246 & RNH776 only ........................................$ 79.95

(D) Water ContainerRNF247 Tough, impact resistant, easy to clean plastic.

Holds 20 Litres. ............................................................$ 30.40

(E) Filler SpoutRNF245 Filler Spout for fuel can allows easy, no mess pour.

Mounts to fuel can.......................................................$ 19.50

(F) Aluminum Traction MatsThese 60” x 17” traction mats by Mantec help keep your vehicle movingover soft ground. Made from heavy gauge aluminum, yet only weigh14 lbs. each. Ideal in sand, deep mud, & marshy surfaces.RNP1004 Aluminum Traction Mat set, (2)..................................$ 299.00

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

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

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(A) 3/4" "D" ShackleEssential for attaching a tree strap to winch cable or recovery strap to vehicle.RNP0120 ......................................................................................................................$ 17.80

(B) Recovery RingVersatile tool for winching and vehicle recovery. Dimensions are 41/2"x 65/8"RNR1759 ......................................................................................................................$ 33.55

(C) Choke RingAllows you to lock on to a chain link. For use with recovery strap or winch.RNR1756 ......................................................................................................................$ 20.95

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

(E) Slip Hook with LatchAbsolute finest quality alloy recovery hook available. By Pewag of Austria.RNR1755 ......................................................................................................................$ 44.63

(F) Slip HookIdeal for working with downed trees. Smooh design, allows chain to tighten withoutcatching on obstacles.RNR1750 ......................................................................................................................$ 20.95

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

(H) Fixed ClevisInstall on the end of your chain and hook combination to create the ultimate inversatility.RNR1752 ......................................................................................................................$ 19.90

(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 mountinghardware included.RNF408 Tow Jaw Assm. ......................................................................$ 99.50(2) Receiver Adapter allows recovery and tow hitches to be mounted intoLand Rover’s Class III rear receiver and Rovers North’s Class III frontreceiver.RNA082 Receiver Hitch Adapter..........................................................$ 53.29

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

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

(L) Plasma Winch RopeThe best plasma ropes available.RNR2021 3/8” Plasma Rope; 100’...........................................................$269.95RNR2011 5/16” Plasma Rope; 125’.........................................................$239.95

(M) Pro Comp Soft Recovery StrapsSoft Recovery Straps are the latest in recovery tools for better shockabsorption. Better energy magnification.RNH548 2”X20’ strap, 20,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 29.95RNH549 2”X30’ strap, 20,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 39.95RNH550 3”X30’ strap, 30,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 69.95RNH551 4”X30’ strap, 40,000 lb. ..........................................................$ 76.95

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

(O) Land Rover Winch Accessory KitLand Rover Winch Kit includes; gloves, snatch block, tree strap, hook, andcarrying bag.RNA690 Land Rover Winch Accessory Kit ..........................................................$ 271.95

(P) Winch Accessory Kit by WarnIncludes: 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 fororganizing 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 KITThis recovery loop bolts to your chassis in place of the factory transportation loop.RNK0211 Defender recovery loop kit .....................................................................$ 85.00RNK0215 Range Rover Classic, Discovery I recovery loop kit...........................$ 49.90

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

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

(T) Warn Snatch BlockUsed to double the pulling power of your winch and to aid in angled pulls.RNC713 ......................................................................................................................$ 59.95

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(A) Mantec Camel Trophy Winch BumperDesigned for use with Superwinch Huskey 8500lb, & 10,000lb winches.RNA7402 Defender 90, 110.........................................................................$ 539.00

(B) Rovers North Galvanized Winch BumperDesigned for use with Superwinch Huskey 8500lb, & 10,000lb winches.RNA110 Defender 90, 110.........................................................................$ 799.00

(C) Tubular Winch Bumper for DefenderExperience the next generation in off-road bumpers. Mounts higher andtighter for improved approach angle. Built from tubular powder coatedsteel for superior strength without excessive weight. Designed for WarnXD9000 low profile winch, features built in jack points and light mounts.DWB1003 Tubular Winch Bumper .............................................$ 859.00RNA089 Adapter kit for USA 110.............................................$ 179.00

(D) Discovery I Heavy Duty Rear BumperTake your Discovery I to the next level with our Heavy Duty Rear Bumper. Includesrecovery jacking points, hardware and instructions. Requires some modifications toexisting rear chassis to mount.RNA8603 Discovery I Heavy Duty Rear Bumper ...................................$ 598.00

(E) Rovers North Alloy Skid PlateMade from heavy duty 10mm aluminum alloy with galvanized steelbrackets, this skid plate is strong and durable, yet light weight. Designedto protect your Defender’s steering rods and stabilizer from off roadhazards.RNA4111 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I........................................$ 398.00RNA4117AA Discovery II .................................................................................$ 459.00RNA4113 Defender......................................................................................$ 439.00

(F) Mantec Steering GuardExtremely strong aluminum shield powder coated steel frame.RNA7002 Defender 90, 100, Steering Guard ...........................................$ 369.00RNA7005 RRC‘87-‘95, Discovery I ‘94-‘95 Steering Guard....................$ 369.00RNA7007 Discovery II Steering Guard ....................................................$ 399.00

(G) Differential GuardEssential protection for off-road use. Anodized Steel guard clamps ontothe front axle housing and protects the front differential from the mostcommon off-road hazards.DIFF01AA Range Rover Classic, Discovery I & Defender

Front or Rear ...............................................................$ 79.95eaDIFF02AA Discovery II (non-ACE only) Front ..........................$ 99.95DIFF03 Range Rover P38A Front ...........................................$ 179.00

(H) Defender Aluminum 5 Bar Body Protection KitsReinforce your body work with these G4 style 5 bar protection plates.Made from non-corrosive aluminum alloy. Available in Black or SilverOEM non fade electrostatic finish.Includes stainless and anodized hardware.(1) Complete kit includes: wing top protectors, sill protectors and rearquarter protectors for your Defender. All hardware included.RNK6500B Defender 90 Black kit ................................................$ 369.00

RNK6500 Defender 90 Silver kit ................................................$ 359.00RNK6501B Defender 110 Black kit ..............................................$ 379.00

(2) Pair of wing top protectors with hardware for DefenderRNA6510B Defender 90/ 110 Black .............................................$ 169.00RNA6510 Defender 90/ 110 Silver .............................................$ 159.00

(3) Pair of sill protectors with hardware for your DefenderRNA6530B Defender 90 Black......................................................$ 139.00RNA6530 Defender 90 Silver......................................................$ 129.00RNA6531B Defender 110 Black....................................................$ 135.45

(4) Pair of rear quarter protectors with hardware for your DefenderRNA6550B Defender 90 Black......................................................$ 89.50RNA6550 Defender 90 Silver......................................................$ 89.50RNA6551B Defender 110 Black....................................................$ 85.90

5) Bonnet protection plate, reinforces the center of your bonnet.Our black bonnet protector will prevent glare from roof mounted lights.RNA6520 Defender 90, 110 Silver..............................................$ 159.00RNA6520B Defender 90, 110 Black..............................................$ 159.00

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[15 years ago, Louise Orlando and Andrew Barbour, Cape Charles, VA,spent a year driving a 1960 Series II Land Rover from London to

Cape Town. Their adventures formed the basis of Andrew’s writingthe Fodor’s Guide to South Africa. In this article Louise recounts her

love affair with one of Land Rover’s true classics –ed.]

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We’re stuck again, buried up to the axles in fine Sahara sand inthe middle of a minefield. Our convoy of vehicles, 23 in all, hasbeen abandoned by our Moroccan military escorts at theno-man’s land separating Western Sahara and Mauritania. Nowonder. A 50-kilometer-wide minefield spreads before us, andthe shifting sands obscure the tracks of any other vehicles.Blowing winds have uncovered some mines, but who knowswhat others lie buried just beneath the surface?

Our fear is compounded by the fact that we keep gettingstuck. On its own, our SWB Series II can traverse the soft dunes

with little problem, but we are towing a heavy trailer. Each timewe bog down, we have to pull out the sand mats, unhitch thetrailer, dig ourselves out, then turn the Land Rover around andhaul the trailer clear with our winch. We have a sneakingsuspicion that we will die out here, either blown to bits by amine or because we simply cannot force our way through thedeep sand. I look over at my then- boyfriend, Andrew, as heunspools the winch cable for the 15th time. “Whose bright ideawas it to drive a vehicle the length of Africa?” I ask, knowing fullwell that it was mine.

It all started about 14 months earlier in San Francisco,where we were living. After a particularly bad day at work, wetreated ourselves to dinner at an Italian restaurant, drank a lotof wine, and convinced ourselves that we should quit our jobsto travel overland through Africa. It made sense at the time.Wine does that to you.

Of course, we didn’t get from the wine to the desert easily.In the days that followed, there was a lot of discussion abouthow we’d travel. Andrew wanted to backpack. I wantedmotorcycles. But when we rented the movie Born Free, Iinstantly knew that we had to drive through Africa, for no otherreason than that I had fallen head-over-heels for the Land Roverthat Elsa slept on. Who cares that the movie was 30 years old? Ineeded that car. Andrew thought I was nuts.

Thus began my search. Within three weeks I found ourLand Rover. The ad read: 1960 Series II Land Rover, mintcondition, 32,000 miles. I called. A man named Scotty (yes, hewas Scottish) answered. I drilled him: Is the car really in mintcondition? Does it have any rust? How big is it? Could I drive itacross Africa? Laughter filled the phone. My face glowed red.This guy thinks I’m a fool, I thought, but instead he started

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talking about how strong a Land Rover is, that its age wasactually a benefit because it was so easy to fix, and that it wouldcarry us the length of Africa and back. Before I realized it, wehad plans to meet over the weekend. Andrew thought that I hadgone soft in the head. What did we know about cars? We werecity folk. We were editors, for God’s sake! I rarely drove, had noidea how to drive a stick shift, and had never put my head underthe hood of a car.

Oh, but it was love at first sight. My eyes glazed over, myheart skipped a beat. She was beautiful—classic Land Rovergreen with a white tropical roof. Andrew was smitten, too. TheLand Rover cupid drilled us both through the heart with ahypoid-filled arrow. We leaped at Scotty’s suggestion that wetake it for a test drive, but we lost courage when he mentionedthe need to double-clutch into second gear. Double-clutch?Instead, Scotty did the honors, while we piled into the front seatnext to him.

I sat in the middle, with my legs draped over Andrew. Scottystarted her up. She purred. He put her in gear and we were off.He demonstrated double clutching, low range, and high range.Andrew listened to Scotty intently, but it all flowed over me - Iwas simply trying to control my excitement. What the heck wasthat smell? It was an aphrodisiac. You know exactly what I’mtalking about. It’s about as far from that new car smell as youcan get. It’s the lovely aroma of hypoid and lightly fried Lucaselectrics.

Scotty operated his own Land Rover repair shop, so wemade an offer for the Series II that included mechanic lessons,spare parts, and a roof rack. For the next three months, we

tackled one major maintenance job each week. But somethingwasn’t quite right. Scotty addressed almost all his commentsabout mechanics to Andrew, leaving me as note-taker. I halfexpected to be asked to make coffee. I know cars have longbeen the domain of men, but I was damned if I was going to bepassenger on this adventure. Put simply, Scotty was going toshift gears, double clutch himself, so to speak, and teach me. Tohis credit, he made the adjustment without grinding gears.

Soon enough, my nails were as black with grease asAndrew’s. Over the ensuing weeks, Scotty gave me a crashcourse in Land Rover repair, including how to change theexhaust-manifold gasket (how cool was that!), adjust thebrakes, and replace the generator with a marine alternator.I skinned my knuckles removing stubborn bolts, covered myselfin oil, and sported an array of unsightly bruises.

Meanwhile, Scotty advised us on the tools, spares, andequipment we would need on our journey, everything fromspanners and ratchet sets to rear axles (a potential fieldweakness on Series Rovers, we discovered) and high-lift jacks.

As the list of our equipment grew longer and longer,it became clear that we were facing a serious space problem.The roof rack was off limits—we planned to pitch our tent upthere as protection from both animals and people—leaving noroom for our 10 jerrycans or second spare wheel.

The inside of our 88” was already full. We had built twolarge, lockable wooden boxes to fit snugly inside the back of theLand Rover. The boxes held our food and medical supplies,clothes, camera equipment, laptop, and key spare parts. Wehad smaller plastic storage bins with tight-fitting lids stacked

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inside each large box. For extra storage we clipped some oldGerman army rucksacks to the roof joints. Worried still aboutexpedition storage, we ended up buying a trailer from Scotty:the back-end of an old Series II fitted with a metal top and atowing mechanism. It was a real brick.

To help us get some off-road experience, Scotty alsointroduced us to a Northern California Land Rover club. Whenthe club members heard of our planned Africa adventure, theyinvited us to join them for a weekend camping trip in Nevada.We agreed nervously. For starters, it was only our second timecamping. We still didn’t own any gear (we rented what weneeded). Secondly, the club’s members all seemed to have oddnames like Bugman and Fire Guy. What were we getting into?

Land Rover enthusiasts are a breed of their own, and thisclub was no different. They were an incredibly diverse group,with one thing in common: They were passionate aboutLand Rovers. Suddenly, we found ourselves among people(all right, all guys) who took parental pride in the Land Rover’spropensity to leak oil, and who looked fondly upon theeccentricities of Lucas. They were prepared to embracethese shortcomings because they had learned through

hard experience that the Land Rover was the best off-roadvehicle in the world, bar none. And these guys liked to test theirvehicles.

They led us into the high desert of western Nevada, wherewe didn’t see another soul for three days. Hardly surprising.Our little convoy sought out the roughest tracks and rockytrails en route to secluded hot springs, dry lakebeds, andawe-inspiring grandeur. That weekend, the club memberstaught us how to drive off road, when to use high and low range,and at what angle we could go without tipping. I learned how tohang off the side of the car to provide extra ballast, clear trailswith a pick axe, and select the best angles of approach. Whenone of the Land Rovers pitched sideways down a steep bank,the guys were almost giddy to see how our PTO-drivenKoenig winch would work (like a champ).

Ours was the oldest Land Rover on the trip—the otherswere Series IIIs—and the club members were divided overour plan to drive it through Africa. Most felt that it was greatto see a Series II being used for its original purpose. In theeyes of a couple of guys, though, our car was a classic,something that should be babied and exhibited at car shows.

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We had every intention of babying her, but we were going to use Africa toexhibit what she could do.

The weekend with the Land Rover club filled us with confidence andknowledge. The guys kept telling us that we’d never encounter roads as bador as treacherous as the ones we had just conquered. They repeated whatScotty had said during our first conversation: “This car will get you acrossAfrica and back.” On our final evening, encamped on a dry lakebed at 9,000feet, the club members built a huge bonfire. With a great deal of ceremony,they presented Andrew with a Land Rover cap that had been passed from oneowner to another over the years. And to me they gave a pick axe, lauding meas one tough bird for planning such a trip. Now toughness is not somethingI have ever been accused of, but I suppose they weren’t used to having awoman along. Their wives and girlfriends wanted nothing to do with theirsmelly, noisy Land Rovers.

Returning to San Francisco, we finalized our plans. Usinggiant Michelin maps of Africa, we traced a route that would take us on a giantS-curve through the continent, working our way from Morocco through theSahara into West Africa. From there, we would head east, through the junglesof the Congo to Kenya and Tanzania, before turning south again toward CapeTown and South Africa. We had obtained all the necessary paperwork,bought all the supplies. All that remained was to put our Land Rover on aship for London.

For the last time, I checked our nine-page, single-spaced list of suppliesand equipment. Then we drove our girl down to the docks. Waving goodbye,I felt almost sick (It’s a car, for God’s sake, not a child!). If I had knownthat we would be stuck in a minefield within a few short weeks, I wouldprobably have never let her go.

To be continued..._______ � ________

(A) Hella Rallye 4000The perfect lamp for the roof rack or front of your Land Rover - with a corrosionresistant metal housing, waterproof connections and knurled adjustment knobs thatallow 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 ...................................................$ 268.00RNC677 Rallye 4000 Fog Lamp (inc. stone shield)....................................$ 104.99 eaRNC678 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Beam

(inc. stone shield) ...........................................................................$ 104.99 eaRNC679 Rallye 4000 Pencil Beam (inc. stone shield) ..............................$ 112.50 eaRNC717 Hella Rallye 4000 Wiring Harness................................................$ 59.00 eaRNC708 Protective Grille ..............................................................................$ 22.99 eaRNC709 Replacement Stone Shield ...........................................................$ 13.95 eaRNC700 Clear Cover ......................................................................................$ 10.49 eaRND282 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 55W for all except fog lamp..........$ 3.90 eaRNH335 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 100W (relay required).....................$ 5.20 eaRNE675 Replacement Bulb H3 12V 55w for fog lamp .............................$ 3.14 ea

(B) Hella 500The rigid construction of the Hella 500 provides durability for encounters with even themost 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 thebumper. 6 3/8” dia.RNC681 Hella 500 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 73.45RNC682 Hella 500 Clear Fog Lamp Kit ........................................................$ 73.45RNC683 Hella 500 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 73.45RNC699 Hella 500 Stone Shield...................................................................$ 9.50 eaRNC701 Hella 500 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 10.90 ea

(C) Hella 550Choose from fog or driving lamps. Kit includes: two lights, wiring harness, relay, wiringand white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: below the bumper. 7 11/16” W x 411/16” H x 3 1/4” D.RNH264 Hella 550 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 86.50RNH263 Hella 550 Clear Fog Lamp Kit ........................................................$ 87.95RNH333 Hella 550 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 89.00RNH914 550 Stone Shields ...................................................................................$ 6.56RNC702 Hella 550 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 11.03 ea

(D) Hella 1000 Black MagicNew black optics technology creates a wild, all black look. All black when “off” – abrilliant, enhanced-focus beam when “on.” Includes wiring harness. Recommendeduse: above the bumper, brush guards and roof racks. 7 3/8” dia. Off-road use only.RNC680 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic Kit ...............................................$ 199.99RNK5804 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic, Land Rover grilles ..................$ 279.00RNC705 Stone Shield ....................................................................................$ 13.50 eaRNC698 Clear Cover ......................................................................................$ 10.99 eaRND266 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 55w..................................................$ 3.98RNH334 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 100w................................................$ 7.30

(E) Hella Cat Eye FF50The perfect lamp for limited space on your Land Rover. 2 Lights wiring & mountinghardware included. Dimensions: 2 9/16”H x 4 5/8” W x 3 3/4” D.RNH337 Hella FF50 Driving Lamp Kit ..........................................................$ 99.95RNH338 Hella FF50 Fog Lamp Kit.................................................................$ 92.35

(F) Hella Rear Flood Work Lamp KitPerfect for backing up or hooking up a trailer at night, this dual beam, 110w flood lampprovides a very bright, 180° panorama. The kit includes everything you’ll need:lamp, black coated stainless steel bracket, dash switch, wiring harness, relayand instructions. And a bonus - there’s no drilling of body work required.RNC950 Hella Rear Flood Lamp Kit.............................................................$ 179.95

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

(H) Hella ProtectionClear Protective CoversRNC701 500 Clear Protective Cover...................................................................$ 10.90 eaRNC702 550 Clear Protective Cover...................................................................$ 11.03RNC698 1000 Clear Protective Cover.................................................................$ 10.99RNC700 4000 Clear Protective Cover.................................................................$ 10.49Stone ShieldsRNC699 500 Stone Shields ...................................................................................$ 9.50RNH914 550 Stone Shields ...................................................................................$ 6.56RNC705 1000 Stone Shields .................................................................................$ 13.50 eaRNC709 4000 Stone Shields .................................................................................$ 13.95

(J) Hella Map LampFlexible attachment provides reading light for maps.RNA671 .....................................................................................................................$ 42.50

(L) Battery Disconnect SwitchDisconnect your battery from your Land Rover for safe vehicle storage, orto help deter vehicle theft. Supplied with 2 removable keys and cover asshown.PLH748 ProLine ......................................................................................................$ 12.50

(K) Genuine Land Rover Trailer Wiring KitsWhatever your towing needs, our Genuine Trailer Wiring and Hitch Kits will get the jobdone. Our Genuine Trailer Wiring Kit includes: converter box, receptacle, 4-prongreceptacle and all necessary wiring and hardware.RNE849 Genuine Discovery I Trailer Wiring Kit .......................................$ 192.10RND241 Genuine Discovery II Trailer Wiring Kit ......................................$ 220.45RNE849 Genuine Range Rover Classic Trailer Wiring Kit ......................$ 192.10RND170 Genuine Range Rover P38A Trailer Wiring Kit ..........................$ 225.70

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[Eric Evans, Naples, FL, owns an ex-MOD 109” and a Defender 90,as well as this proud Range Rover. He most recently contributedan article on his Land Rover experiences in Iceland –ed.]

Ty Schmidt is an old friend and former co-worker at the Disneyenterprises here in Florida. One day last year he called me with some“big news.” He and his family had decided to make a lifestyle changeand move from their home of many years in Charleston, SC to thewestern slope region of Colorado. Ty called me for two reasons: first,because I had spent a lot of time living and playing in Colorado, hewanted recommendations on suitable places for his family to maketheir new home and secondly, and he wanted to know if I could takein his ailing 1988 Range Rover Classic.

My buddy Ty had owned this Classic for nearly 4 years.The Range Rover had served, somewhat faithfully, as his dailyaround-town driver, never making lengthy trips or transporting himmore than a few miles at a time. Ty clearly cared more aboutfunctionality than appearance for this Range Rover had definitelyslipped into a state of decline. Present and accounted for were all theytypical failings of a Range Rover of this vintage – rotted floorboards,rusted wheel wells, countless broken switches and sporadic electrics,ratty interior, strange odors and multiple mechanical issues that had

rendered the vehicle un-drivable. Prior to her last trip “around theblock”, she had been diagnosed with a blown head gasket and sentpromptly to the neighborhood garage for repairs. My definition of“neighborhood garage” in this instance is “a local automotive repairfacility that has not ever seen or worked on the likes of a Land Roverbefore.”

Despite a successful head gasket replacement, subsequentattempts to get her running again were unsuccessful. The RangeRover was parked and left in the back corner of an equipment rentalcompany compound, where it sat until I took her in.

Six months later, I find myself knee deep in two Land Roverprojects; more suspension and performance upgrades to my D90 andcontinued renovations on my ex-MOD 109”. All the while, I wonderwhat I might do with this Range Rover now that, but for thepaperwork, it belongs to me. Having no space for yet another Rover,I started brainstorming. The solution? Give it to Benny, my father inlaw. Benny had recently retired and had caught the Land Rover bugwhile joining me at the 2007 Florida Land Rover Club Spring Rallyein Osceola. I must admit; this seemed like an odd time to become aLand Rover enthusiast. At the Rallye, my D90 fried her own electricalsystem due to a failed voltage regulator in the alternator, nearlyblowing the Optima Battery out from under my seat. Despite never

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getting to off-road at that event, Benny remained a Land Rover buffand I was certain he would be up for the challenge of bringing thisRange Rover back to life.

All restoration or refurbishment projects become much longerprocesses than originally intended, and this effort ran true to form.Benny’s first task was to clean her up. He spent the entire firstweekend completely stripping the interior of all non-essential items.What remained was two front seats, a modified dash/center consoleand a whole lotta body rot in the floors, wheel wells, kick panel andmore. This unwelcome discovery prompted several days of cutting,grinding, sanding and patching to achieve something that wasacceptable, if not concours.

The long list of typical Rover woes would not surprise anyenthusiast who has purchased a neglected Range Rover or Discovery.In the past, someone had elected to seal the sunroof with marineadhesive instead of clearing out the clog-prone drain tubes. This hadapparently been a long-standing issue, as the drive gears and motorwere nearly corroded to pieces. The solution: completely remove thesunroof assembly and install a new “moon roof”. This was achievedthrough the use of low end Home Depot style plexiglass! Smear on alittle 3M sealant, run a few self-tapping sheet metal screws through etvoila - instant moon roof.

At the end of the “cosmetic phase,” we turned our limitedmechanical skills to getting this beast running well for its first off-roadevent. Our deadline was the Florida Land Rover Club’s Spring Rallyein Richloam.

First on the list was to sort out what had, or more accurately hadnot, been done to the engine, ancillaries and tuning. Changing the oiland filter, installing new spark plugs, cap, rotor, and ignition coil gotthe truck running but only on starter fluid – not a good idea – andthen only for a few minutes at a time.

We found that multiple sensors, including critical oxygensensors, were not connected. Part of the throttle assembly was alsomissing. We even found that the transmission “kick down” cable hadbeen disconnected, which explained the weak throttle response andtop speed of only about 20mph. During this rebuild, an English friendstopped by to review our efforts (it’s great to have a knowledgeableEnglish friend when working on a Range Rover). He spurred us on todeeper investigation. Use of a timing light helped us uncover that thedistributor had been installed nearly 180 degrees out of position(“Hello, friendly neighborhood garage?”). A few turns of thewrenches and suddenly she ran like a top! Thank you Darren Oakes– long live England!

Absolutely jubilant, we could not wait to get to the fun bits, likea snorkel and CB radio! Our hopes were crushed at the sound ofrunning water – coolant, to be more precise. A seemingly unendingstream of it was running off the top of the transmission all over thedriveway. My first thought, after “what the F@$&,” was “how is thispossible?” Straight to the phone I went; I sought advice from Darren,then a friend who is a Land Rover tech on the East Coast and finally,Art Limacher at Rovers North. The consensus was that a blown valleypan gasket was allowing coolant to literally pump out of the back ofthe top half of the engine.

If you follow the repair rate manual, it’s a four hour-job. ForBenny and I, it may have well have been 4+ days – time we did nothave if we were to make the Florida Land Rover Club Rallye. Time fora helpful bodge, in this case, a product called Blue Devil. Thisunbelievably expensive ($60 per bottle) goop looks like nothingmore than window cleaner. Its label claims it will repair anythingfrom a radiator pin-hole leak to a cracked block. Never having beenone to buy such miracle products, I reluctantly suggested to Bennythat we give it a try. The directions read as follows: drain the system,remove the thermostat (presumably to keep it from gumming up),refill with water and Blue Devil and run for 1 hour or until the leakstops. It was a good thing that we had resolved the distributor issueso that the truck would even idle for an hour. To our amazement, afteronly 20 minutes our former Geyser was gone! That’s worth everypenny of $60 in my book.

With this behind us, we focused on finishing some more of thefun stuff. We scoured Home Depot for vacuum hoses, drain clampsand PVC pipe fittings to create a do-it-yourself snorkel for about $30.It looks more like a periscope than a snorkel, but hey, it works (atleast we hope it does). We also installed an old pair of 2” lift Old ManEmu heavy duty springs that had been on my Defender 90 until arecent upgrade. The lift provided not only a taller stance, but moreroom for 235/85/R16 Kenda Klever All-Terrain Tires ($105 each).

For the final touch, I purchased lots of earth tone spray paint fora cool camouflage look modeled after the pattern on a shirt fromBass Pro Shops. Not only did this make the new beast look cool, butit covered up an aftermarket paint job that we had come to refer toas “Pimp My Ride Apple Green Metallic.”

We christened the Range Rover, The Cammo Evolution, and itmade a very successful showing at the Club Rallye. She ran flawlessly,despite the discovery of nearly 4 quarts of water in the engine oil afterbeing stuck in a particularly deep water crossing (maybe a DIYsnorkel is not the way to go). She even conquered several obstaclesthat stopped my Defender 90! Fellow Florida Land Rover Clubmember Ed Poelsma was so taken by the Range Rover that hedonated an awesome brush guard to us.

At the end of the day, today’s Range Rover Classics are a realoff-road bargain. Granted, ours was free. After freight, repairs, tiresand miscellaneous parts, this trail-proven Land Rover only set usback about $2,000. The true cost of the entertainment it provided inrefurbishment and driving – priceless!

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SUSPENSION / PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION KITS


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(A) Genuine Heavy Duty Springs & Bilstein Shock KitsPerfect for vehicles running factory tire sizes with a moderate appointment ofoff-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 - 2002RNK5201 Defender 90, without winch ...............................................$ 599.90RNK5211 Defender 90, with winch .....................................................$ 679.00RNK5202 Defender 110, with or without winch ................................$ 599.00RNA235 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 84.95Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNK5203 Discovery I, without winch..................................................$ 679.00RNK5213 Discovery I, with winch .......................................................$ 679.00RNA245 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 79.95Discovery II 1999 - 2004RNK5208 Discovery II, with winch ......................................................$ 799.00Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil springRNK5204 Range Rover Classic, 100” without winch........................$ 679.00RNK5214 Range Rover Classic, 100” with winch .............................$ 679.00RNA245 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 79.95

(B) Old Man Emu Heavy Duty Springs & Shock KitsFor owners using oversize tires combined with heavy duty bumper/winchcombinations 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 - 2002OMED90K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 689.00OMED90K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 689.00OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 77.45Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002OMED110K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 689.00OMED110K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 689.00OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 77.45Defender 110 Pick-up or Hardtop 1983 - 2002OMED110RK1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 689.00OMED110RK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 685.00OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 77.45Discovery I 1994 - 1999OMEDS1K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 679.00OMEDS1K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 679.00OMESD11 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 77.45Discovery II 1999 - 2004OMEDS2K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 679.00OMEDS2K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 679.00OMESD02 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 78.90Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil springOMERRK1 Standard .................................................................................$ 679.00OMERRK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 679.00OMESD11 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 77.45

(C) Heavy Duty Springs & ProComp Shock KitsDesigned for owners wanting the most suspension lift possible withoutmodifications. Depending on added weight to your vehicles our 2 inch lift kit willraise 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 - 2002RNK450 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 499.00RNK451 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002RNK452 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNK453 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00RNK454 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil springRNK455 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00RNK456 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00

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(D) Bilstein ShocksBilstein® is the world leader in gas-pressurized shock absorber technology.Technically the most advanced shock available today, Bilstein utilizes a one pieceseamless monotube design filled with oil and nitrogen gas in a pressurized, sealedcompartment. Completely eliminates any foaming of the oil and the monotube designhelps dissipate heat to prevent shock fade. Bilstein’s shock bodies areprecision-formed through a unique seamless manufacturing process. Werecommend for use with Land Rover Genuine Standard or Heavy Duty springs. Greatfor off-road driving in normally equipped vehicles. Not recommended for heavilyladened vehicles with oversize tires. Lifetime warranty.Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002RNA243-4 Set of four ..................................................................................$ 329.00RNA243-5D Set of four (includes one Damper)........................................$ 399.00RNA235 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 84.95Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNA243-6 Set of four ..................................................................................$ 329.00RNA243-7 Set of four (includes Damper)................................................$ 399.00RNA245 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.95Discovery II 1999 - 2004RNA6046-7 Set of four ..................................................................................$ 389.00RNA246 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 89.95Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995RNA243-4 RR Classic w/coil springs (set of four) .................................$ 329.00RNA243-5 RR Classic (Set of four + damper) .........................................$ 399.00RNA2152-3 RR Classic LWB w/air susp (set of four). .............................$ 369.00RNA245 RR Classic, Steering Damper .................................................$ 79.95Range Rover P38A 1999 - 2002RNA2214-5 Set of four ..................................................................................$ 399.00

(E) OME ShocksFor Land Rover owners who require heavy-duty shocks, off-road performance andmaximum load capacity. Twin-tube design offers unsurpassed protection againstrocks and debris. These heavy duty nitrogen-gas shock absorbers arerecommended for applications where more dampening is needed for use withoversize tires.Series 88” & 109” 1958 - 1984OMESK109 109” Set of four shocks ...........................................................$ 359.00OMESK88 88” Set of four shocks .............................................................$ 359.00OMESD11 88 and 109 Steering Damper ..................................................$ 77.45Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002OMESKDEF Set of four shocks ....................................................................$ 349.00OMESD32 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 77.45Discovery I 1994 - 1999OMESKDS1 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 349.00OMESD11 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 77.45Discovery II 1999 - 2004OMESKDS2 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 359.00OMESD02 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 78.90Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995OMESKRR Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 349.00OMESD11 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 77.45

(F) Pro Comp ES 9000 ShocksFor Discovery I, Range Rover Classic & Defender. Nitrogen gas chargedshocks with two inches of extra travel. (Designed for off-roadperformance for vehicles with raised suspension of twoinches or less). Excellent all around ride quality and handling. Shocksets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black.PCS9030 Discovery I 1989-1999 front and rear shock set.......................$ 189.00PCS9050 Range Rover Classic 1970-1993 with coil suspension front

and rear shock set...........................................................................$ 189.00PCS9020 Defender 1983-1998 front and rear shock set...........................$ 189.00Pro Comp ES 3000For Series II, IIA, III, 88” and 109” Land Rovers with standard or parabolic springsoffer an extra inch of shock travel. These performance shocks incorporate atwin-tube cellular gas design that prevents foaming and reduces shock fade toimprove the ride quality of leaf spring suspension. Shock sets include bushingsand optional poly vinyl dust boots in black.PCS3088 88” front and rear shock set .........................................................$ 169.99PCS3109 109” front and rear shock set .......................................................$ 169.99Steering DamperPLS122 Series II, IIA, III, 88”, 109”,

Range Rover Classic and Discovery I ..................................$ 44.50

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BPLS023HDY Standard 10”Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Yellow

PLH057E Raised Poly Axle Stop

PLS022HDG 8”Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Galvanized

PLS039HD Heavy Duty Securing Ring

SRP105 Front Spring Retainer

SRP106 Rear Spring Retainer

PLS023DC Front Dislocation Cones PLH617DC Rear Dislocation Cones

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PLH617DK Rear Shock Mount Drop Kit RNA5102 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers

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Extended Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit

RNWS002 ProLine PerformanceWheel Spacer Set

PLH009 Heavy Duty Drive Flange


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(A) Front Heavy Duty Shock TowersPLS023HDY Standard 10” height, powder coated yellow, pair .....$ 179.00PLS022HDY 8”, powder coated Yellow, pair .....................................$ 189.00PLS023HDG Standard 10” height, galvanized, pair ..........................$ 179.00PLS022HDG 8”, galvanized, pair ..........................................................$ 189.00Heavy duty shock towers require 2 heavy duty securing rings, PLS039HD

(B) Raised Poly Axle StopsPLH057E 3 1/2 inch raised orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit

downward axle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery Iand Range Rover Classic................................................................$ 26.95

PLH057 2 1/4 inch orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit downwardaxle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic..............................................................................................................$ 19.50

(C) Heavy Duty Securing RingPLS039HD Used to secure heavy duty or standard shock tower to

your chassis (sold individually) .....................................$ 19.95

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

(E) Front Dislocation ConesPLS023DC Easily bolts to your chassis front top spring mount.

Proven effective in guiding a dislocated spring backinto place, allowing for maximum axle articulation.(Pair)...................................................................................$ 89.00

(F) Rear Dislocation ConesPLH617DC 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 kitPLH617DK Increases the travel of your rear shock by lowering your top

mount 2”. Works great with our 2” lower heavy duty frontshock towers (Pair) .........................................................$ 89.00

(H) 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift SpacersRaise your Defender, Range Rover Classic, Discovery I and II by 2 inches, using ourLift Spacers. Easy to install, for that DIY person. No special tools are required. Fitsbetween 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 KitsThese 4 inch extended flexible stainless steel brake line kits are designed for LandRovers with lifted suspension. Replaces your rubber flex lines. Equipped with factoryfittings. No adapters required. Directions included.SBL3004E Discovery I ........................................................................................$ 129.00SBL6004E Discovery II .......................................................................................$ 119.00SBL5006E Range Rover Classic 1992 - 1995...................................................$ 165.00SBL2003E Defender 90, 110...............................................................................$ 89.50

(J) ProLine Performance Wheel Spacer SetWiden your Land Rover's track, and dramatically improve your turning radius andhandling. Precision made from Billet Aluminum with heat-treated heavy-duty wheelstuds, this new and improved Performance Wheel Spacer Kit is designed for superiorstrength and off-road performance. Made in the USA. Set of 4 includes 30mm widespacers with studs, and 20 lug nuts.RNWS001 Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic........................$ 419.00RNWS002 Discovery II, Range Rover P38A....................................................$ 429.00

(K) Wheel Flare SetWheel Flare set for Discovery I 1994-1999, Discovery II 1999-2004 & RangeRover Classic 1983-1995. The road legal solution for tires too wide for yourLand Rover. Easy to install, and easy to modify. Made of high strengthflexible 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. Includeshardware and some very British instructions.RNA350 ............................................................................................$ 479.00

(L) Heavy Duty Drive FlangeAnodized finish with screw on caps, sold in pairs.PLH009 HD Drive Flange pair Defender, Discovery I,

Range Rover Classic 1990 on ........................................$ 95.00PLE192 HD Drive Flange pair

Defender up to 1989 ........................................................$ 95.00

(M) Blackout KitThe Blackout Kit, bonnet decal for the Discover eliminates the glare fromroof mounted drivng lamps reflecting of the bonnet. Increased visibility forthe driver, this blackout kit is essential for night time off-road drivingsafety. Land Rover decal is not included.PLH622 Discovery II Blackout Kit................................................$ 69.00PLH623 Discovery I Blackout Kit .................................................$ 69.00RNF254 Land Rover Decal as shown..........................................$ 10.36


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SUSPENSION / COIL CONVERSION KITS

(A) 1993 - 1995 Range Rover ClassicCoil Conversion Kit using Genuine springsLand Rover designed and built into the Range Rover Classic a fantastic airsuspension system that was way ahead of its time. However, when amalfunctioning component needs repair or replacement, it can quickly gettime-consuming and expensive. Do away with all the air suspension hassle andexpense by converting your Range Rover Classic to a coil-sprung Range Rover.This kit contains all Genuine parts and includes everything needed forthe proper conversion and continuing reliability for on or off-road performance.Our customers have been so satisfied with the improved ride quality andhandling after installation of this kit, most claim they prefer the coil conversionsuspension to the factory air suspension! Includes detailed instructions and allnecessary hardware.RNK5105 Coil Spring Conversion Kit, Range Rover Classic,

Genuine (as showm above)..............................................$ 399.00

1993 - 1995 Range Rover ClassicCoil Conversion Kit usingOld Man Emu springsRNK5105A Coil Spring Conversion Kit (with OME springs),

Range Rover Classic (not shown) ...................................$ 449.00

(B) 1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil SpringConversion Kits with Electronic ECU BypassSimply the best kit for the best price. You will not find a better priceanywhere else. This is a top quality kit for standard duty for normaldriving and off road conditions, that converts your Range Rover P38Aair suspension to coil spring suspension, giving you the best handlingand the most comfortable coil spring suspension ride on the markettoday. Our kit includes 4 variable rate springs, 2 Genuine rear coil springisolators, 2 Genuine front coil isolators, 4 coil spring seats, 4 aluminumspring perch adapters, 4 Genuine spring retainers and 1 EAS overridepigtail to eliminate fault codes. All hardware and instructions areincluded. Installation is straight forward, requiring no fabrication ormodifications to your vehicle.RNK5106 Genuine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit ...$ 899.00PLK5106 ProLine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit.....$ 699.00RNK5107 Heavy Duty, P38A Coil Conversion Kit ............................$ 969.00

1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring ConversionKits with 4 gas pressurized Bilstein Shocks.RNK5116 Standard w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit...........$ 1199.00RNK5117 Heavy Duty w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit.......$ 1269.00

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The only kits featuring Genuine variable rate coil springsfor a superior ride and improved handling.

COMPLETE COIL CONVERSION KITS FOR EASY INSTALLATION


RNK5105 RNK5106

RANGE ROVER P38ACOIL SPRING

CONVERSION KITS

RANGE ROVER CLASSICCOIL SPRING

CONVERSION KITS

(C) Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion KitCoil Conversion for Discovery II rear suspension. Do away with air suspensionhassles and convert to coil-sprung for continuously reliable performance.Kit contains Genuine parts, everything for the conversion, instructions andhardware.RNK5118 Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion Kit........$ 299.00

(D) Air Spring AssemblyRange Rover P38A (1995-2002)RND262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each............$ 329.00PLD262G2 Air Spring Assembly, Front, ProLine, Pair..............$ 250.95RND263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 299.00PLD263G2 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Pair ...............$ 313.95Range Rover ClassicRNS035 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each ...........$ 289.00RNS036 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 289.00Discovery IIPLD823 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Each .............$ 169.00

(E) Polyurethane Bushing KitsThese Polyurethane Bushing Kits were designed with the DIY individual in mind;both easy to install and the best possible price anywhere. These Kits are suitablefor normal, as well as off-road use. Includes all suspension and all shockabsorber bushings. Made in England.PBS1115 Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Discovery I, Range Rover Classic

(except 1995), Defender 90, 1994 on. .................................$ 159.95PBS1111LWB Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Series III, 109” Includes all

spring bushings and shock bushings ......................$ 109.50PBS1111SWB Polybushing Set, Series IIA, III, 88”Includes all spring

bushings and shock bushings...................................$ 109.50

(F) Genuine Land Rover Suspension Bushing KitsFor superior performance and durability, no other bushings will outlast GenuineSuspension Bushings. Includes all Land Rover Genuine Parts, bushings andhardware for replacing suspension bushings on your vehicle. Professionalinstallation is recommended.RNK5910 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings Pre '86 .......................$ 229.00RNK5911 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings Pre '86 .........................$ 249.00RNK5912 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘86-’90 .........................$ 159.00RNK5913 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘86-’92 ..........................$ 199.45RNK5914 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘91 on ..........................$ 169.00RNK5915 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘93 on ...........................$ 229.00RNK5918 Discovery I Front Bushings.......................................................$ 169.00RNK5915 Discovery I Rear Bushings........................................................$ 229.00RNK5910 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings up to ‘94 .............................$ 229.00RNK5916 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings ‘94 on..................................$ 169.00RNK5915 Defender 90, 110 Rear Bushings .............................................$ 229.00

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AIR SPRINGASSEMBLY

GENUINE SUSPENSIONBUSHING KITS

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There’s nothing like seeing a long line of trail-equipped Land Rovers approaching you.That is, of course, unless you are in a long line of Land Rovers heading directlytowards them.

That summed up the challenges presented by Mother Nature at this year’s MaineWinter Romp, held from February 15 – 17. Yes, it will snow in New England duringthe winter, but there’s such a thing as too much snow. Under sunny skies and chillytemperatures, the 60 Land Rovers attending – from as far away as Ohio andPennsylvania – found themselves bogged down in deep snow and winching outconstantly.

The trail leaders worked quickly to change the convoy routes, but it meant thatnew turnarounds had to be created in the woods [waist deep snow in some areas] topermit vehicles to exit successfully. The sounds of winches turning, tow straps yankingand shovels shoveling rang through the woods. Despite the many hours of hard work[or waiting], spirits never flagged and everyone who could pitched in to help – eventhough we never did get to the lunch break clearing.

Many of us spent a lot of time running winch cable and rope and making certainthat safety never took a back step to expedience. While some heavily-kitted outvehicles found themselves stuck, some very stock vehicles [Discovery II, Range RoverClassic] proved themselves very capable. Novice drivers received a lot of hands-oninstruction and learned a great deal about the extraordinary capability of their Rovers.

Where Series Rovers used to predominate at this event, most enthusiasts now runtheir Range Rover Classics, Discovery I and IIs, and of course, their Defenders.Organizer Bruce Fowler drove 50% of the Series Is present; a few Series IIAs fromOhio [driven, not trailered], New Brunswick and Maine stood out for their rarity.

My ’66 IIA, largely stock, powered me through some fine icy sinkholes and evenhelped yank out others. This was great for my passengers, a toddler named Sophie andher father, Tomas. She only complained when we had to stop and seemed to enjoy thepummeling and rumbling down the trails. No wonder – her father and I spent our daygrinning over another wonderful weekend in the snow.

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Novice drivers received a lot of hands-on instruction and learned a great dealabout the extraordinary capability of their Rovers.

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Swamp coolers evaporate water, cooling the air much like air condi-tioning. I was 19 when I first learned of swamp coolers. My late intro-duction is due to the fact that I grew up in the relatively humid climateof Vermont and swamp coolers function best in dry climates. Rightaway I was intrigued by the low energy consumption and relative sim-plicity of the swamp cooler: All you need is air flowing through adamp cloth. This simplicity saved the day during a heat wave last Julyon a road trip from Vermont to Utah, when I decided to fashion aswamp cooler of sorts; evaporative cooling made all the differenceand so I am sharing my discovery to cool fellow A/C-less Rover own-ers in hot dry places everywhere.

My buddy Buck and I had just crossed the Colorado Rockiesheaded towards Salt Lake City on I-70. Like many Rovers, mine lacksA/C and so I prefer to relax in the shade of a swimming hole by dayand drive at night, but chances had us stopping to see a friend inMoab in the oppressive mid day heat. On this particularly cloudlessday, my TDI Defender resembled a convection oven and I desired A/Coh so badly. Seeing as proper A/C was out of the question, Buck andI got to thinking of using evaporative cooling to slow our melting.After all, we had plenty of fast moving dry air and gallons of water toevaporate. In essence we wanted to create a swamp cooler inside myRover.

Upon conceiving the idea of a swamp-cooled Rover, Iimmediately imagined a tank of water above the windscreen with adrip feed down to a wicking material behind my dash vents. In fact,Buck is a mechanical engineering student (which I understand is bitof a rarity for someone named “Buck”) and so we kicked the design

idea around a bit. Granted, this design could create a bit of a wetmess in the dash area, but it couldn’t be any worse than the healthyamount of water ingression through my dash vents in a hard rain. Theidea seemed promising so we even called a few Rover gurus to sharethe genius and the idea was well received. In the end we concludedthat the project had promise but it wasn’t going to keep us fromexpiring in the near future.

It was time for immediate action. Buck held the wheel (I-70 ismind-numbingly straight and deserted at this point) while I took myshirt off. Buck then emptied his water bottle onto my shirt and stuffedit into the mesh behind my open dash vent then repeated with his shirtin the passenger vent. We closed all the windows so the only aircoming in was through our cooler and waited patiently… for maybeten minutes. While the idea had promise it was ultimately considereda failure due to the seemingly slow or non-existent cooling effect.Unwillingness to wait was fostered not only by the increased heat fromclosing windows but also the uncomfortable sticky sensation of hotvinyl seats our bare backs. We proceeded to try several variations ofopening and closing door windows, sunroof and side windows, all tono avail. And so the experiment was canned and Buck held the wheelagain while I put my shirt back on.

While ultimately a failure, the experiment was encouragingbecause I enjoyed a few cool minutes as the last of the waterevaporated from my shirts and we learned much.

It seemed airflow was all-important; when the windows wereclosed the cabin really turned into a sauna. It seemed the dash ventsfailed due to lack of airflow and so a new plan was hatched: we would

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OperationSwampCooler

suspend wet T-shirts in the open windows. After exploring severaldifferent means of T-shit suspension this concept was also abandonedas nothing we could make while driving proved sturdy enough to holda T-shirt in the 80MPH wind.

Frustrated and incredibly sweaty I looked back at Buck’s dogTreker panting his tongue off behind us. All of a sudden I got the urgeto pour some water on his fur. Then it hit me! I dumped my water bot-tle all over my head and the swamp cooler turned on immediately. Forthe first time all day I was experiencing a comfortable operatingclimate, a bit clammy but nice and cool.

Buck and Treker promptly followed suite and bothcommunicated approval. After protecting our intellectual property bybeginning the patent process, we came up with the catchy name TheSwamp Cooler Shirtâ and began discussing variants. We found that aturban-style application of The Swamp Cooler Shirtâ was great forreducing the typical drivers arm tan line. Disclaimer: When usingThe Turban Cooler Shirtâ it is important to apply copiousamounts of sunscreen. Do not use for more than 15 minutes ata time. Keep The Turban Cooler Shirtâ high on head to ensureadequate vision. Misuse can lead to burns, serious bodily injuryor even death. Must be 16 years or older with a valid driverslicense, registration, insurance and waterproof seats to operate.

After our great discovery, we proceeded to Salt Lake City incomfort. Buck, Treker and I went our separate ways. A week laterwith I met up with a few friends and we drove south to the GrandCanyon where we did a self supported 16 day raft trip down theColorado River. I was in a kayak and had the ability to dunk my headin the cold water whenever the 110+ degree heat go to me, but Inoticed many of the rafters wore what looked like a bandana aroundtheir necks. Upon inquiring I learned that the bandanas had a built insponge for evaporative cooling. The whole practice looked a greatdeal like my patented Swamp Cooler Shirtâ. Then I remembered thatI had seen the same trick done with wet canvas over a metal canteen.It seems we had reinvented a cooling method likely used forthousands years.

The real question is, why had did I endured countless miserablyhot hours behind the wheel when I had all the tools necessary to coolmyself? The answer is simple: We are modern men drivingsemi-modern automobiles. Our adaptation to the convenience of A/Chas made us forget the simple ways of doing things. And so I suggestthat if you find yourself Rovering in the dry heat, try a littleevaporative cooling!Happy Travels,

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Wheel Cylinders for 88”, Series II, IIA, IIICheck Out These Girling PricesRNB535 Front Right, Genuine...........................................................................$ 78.50PLB535 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling).................................................$ 48.50RNB536 Front Left, Genuine .............................................................................$ 78.50PLB536 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...................................................$ 48.50RNB537 Rear Right, Genuine ...........................................................................$ 75.38PLB537 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .................................................$ 52.50RNB538 Rear Left, Genuine..............................................................................$ 75.38PLB538 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)....................................................$ 52.50

Wheel Cylinders for 109”, 2.25RNB542 Front Right, Genuine...........................................................................$ 51.41PLB542 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling).................................................$ 44.50RNB541 Front Left, Genuine .............................................................................$ 51.41PLB541 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...................................................$ 44.50RNB535 Rear Right, Genuine ...........................................................................$ 78.50PLB535 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .................................................$ 48.50RNB536 Rear Left, Genuine..............................................................................$ 78.50PLB536 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)....................................................$ 48.50

ProLine Series II, IIA, III Brake DrumsPLC534 88 Series III 10” Brake Drum, ProLine ............................................$ 39.50PLC545 88 Series II, IIA 10” Brake Drum, ProLine ......................................$ 39.50PLC216 109 Series II, IIA, 2.25ltr thru Suff. G, ProLine ..............................$ 55.00PLC504 109 Series IIA, III, 2.25ltr 1971 on, ProLine ....................................$ 45.00

Genuine Series Brake Pipe KitsIncludes all Genuine metal and rubber flex lines with sealing washers and nuts.RNK680 88” Single System, Early Series IIA.................................................$ 167.95RNK681 109” Single System.............................................................................$ 169.95RNK682 88” Dual Power, Series IIA................................................................$ 199.50RNK683 88” Dual Power, Series III .................................................................$ 199.50

Series Brake Shoes 88” and 109”Bonded Brake Shoes Sold in Axle Sets (enough for 2 wheels)PLF320 88” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front or rear........................................$ 36.50PLF343 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front only, 2.25ltr..............................$ 41.95PLF321 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, rear only, all models .......................$ 47.50PLF342 Brake Shoes for handbrake, Series IIA/III.....................................$ 24.95

NEW ProLine Brake Calipers with no Core ChargeDefender 90/110 1993-1997PLF300A Defender 90, Front Caliper, NEW, RH ..............................................$ 169.00PLF301A Defender 90, Front Caliper, NEW, LH...............................................$ 169.00PLB198A Defender 90, Rear Caliper, NEW, RH...............................................$ 119.95PLB197A Defender 90, Rear Caliper, NEW, LH ...............................................$ 119.95PLF200 Defender 110, Front Caliper, NEW, RH ............................................$ 379.00PLF201 Defender 110, Front Caliper, NEW, LH.............................................$ 379.00Discovery I 1995-1999PLB192A Front Caliper, NEW, RH ......................................................................$ 179.50PLB191A Front Caliper, NEW, LH.......................................................................$ 179.50PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, RH.......................................................................$ 119.95PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, LH .......................................................................$ 119.95Discovery II 1999-2004& Range Rover P38A 1995-2002PLD016A Front Caliper, NEW, RH ......................................................................$ 159.00PLD017A Front Caliper, NEW, LH.......................................................................$ 159.00PLD004 Rear Caliper, NEW, RH.......................................................................$ 98.00PLD005 Rear Caliper, NEW, LH .......................................................................$ 98.00Range Rover Classic 1987-1995PLB014A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 RH ......................................................$ 149.00PLB015A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 LH.......................................................$ 149.00PLD259A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH, From Vin # 637568 ....................$ 179.00PLD258A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH, From Vin # 637568.....................$ 179.00PLB011A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,RH ...........................$ 149.00PLB017A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,LH............................$ 189.00PLB018A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 RH 10mm............................................$ 136.00PLB010A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 LH 10mm ............................................$ 136.00PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH 12mm............................................$ 119.95PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH 12mm ............................................$ 119.95

Lucas Brake FluidGBF4250 Lucas Brake Fluid, 250 ml..................................................................$ 5.20GBF4500 Lucas Brake Fluid, 500 ml..................................................................$ 7.99GBF4100 Lucas Brake Fluid, 1 Litre ..................................................................$ 13.99

GENUINE, ProLine Brake RotorsDefender 90 1994-1997 (All years available)PLB022A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 39.50PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.00RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 81.89RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 89.00PLB022SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair ..........................$ 129.00PLB012SD ProLine slotted & drilled, rear, rotor, pair............................$ 109.00

Defender 110 1993 (All years available, please inquire)PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 39.50RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each .....................................................$ 71.50PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair .........................$ 109.00

Discovery I 1995-1999PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 39.50PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.00RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 71.50RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 89.00PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair ..........................$ 109.00PLB012SD ProLine slotted & drilled, rear, rotor, pair ...........................$ 109.00

Discovery II 1999-2004PLD013A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 64.00PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.95RND013 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 88.00RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 86.00PLD013SD ProLine slot drilled, front, rotor, pair ....................................$ 139.00PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair......................................$ 129.00

Range Rover Classic 1987-1995PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor ‘87-1989, each........................................$ 39.50PLB022A ProLine, front, rotor ‘90-1995, each........................................$ 39.50PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, each.........................................$ 39.00RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor ‘87-1989, each ......................................$ 71.50RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor ‘90-1995, each ......................................$ 81.89RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, each........................................$ 89.00PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, ‘87-1989 rotor, pair ...........$ 109.00PLB022SD ProLine slot drilled, front, rotor ‘90-1995, pair ....................$ 129.00PLB012SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, pair......................$ 109.00

Range Rover P38A 1995-2002PLD028A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 59.00PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.95RND028 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 99.40RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 86.00PLD028SD ProLine slotted / drilled, front, rotor, pair ............................$ 129.00PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair......................................$ 129.00

Range Rover L322 2003 onRNH909 Genuine, rotor, up to 3A130140, front, each ........................$ 148.31PLH909 ProLine, rotor, up to 3A130140, front, each .........................$ 79.00RNH954 Genuine, rotor, from 4A159171 up to 6A228066, front,

each.............................................................................................$ 93.98RNH955 Genuine, rotor up to 6A000001, rear, each ...........................$ 91.48

LR3 2004 onRNH956 Genuine, rotor, front, each ......................................................$ 55.76RNH957 Genuine, rotor, rear, each........................................................$ 60.57

Brake Pad Fitting KitsPLB204 Front, solid disc, Defender 110 NAS, Discovery I .........................$ 6.95PLD161 Front, vented, Range Rover Classic, Defender 90 NAS ...............$ 6.95PLH320 Front, non-vented, Range Rover Classic ........................................$ 6.95PLH321 Rear, RR Classic, Defender 90, Discovery I....................................$ 6.95

PLB191A Brake Caliper

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GENUINE, ProLine Brake PadsDefender 90 1994-1997RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake pad, set................................................$ 79.20PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set ..................................................$ 24.95RNF302 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 93.92RNF303 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 64.49

Defender 110 1993PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake pad, set................................................$ 79.20

Discovery I 1999 - 2004PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 36.50PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set ..................................................$ 24.95

Discovery II 1995-1999RND036 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 119.00PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 45.95PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set ..................................................$ 39.50RND020 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 110.50

Range Rover Classic 1987-1995PLB001 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS......................$ 35.95PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 36.50PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS.......................$ 31.20PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995 .........................................$ 31.20RNB001 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989 ......................................$ 69.00RNB002 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995 ......................................$ 78.02RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989........................................$ 0.00RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 0.00

Range Rover P38A 1995 - 2002PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad ........................................................$ 45.95PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad..........................................................$ 39.50

Range Rover L322 (2003 on)RNH715 Genuine, front, Brake Pad set up to 4A159171 ....................$ 119.33PLD242 ProLine, front, Brake Pad set up to 4A15917........................$ 39.50RNH594 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad set up to 6A000001......................$ 138.22

LR3 (2004 on)RNH721 Genuine, Brake Pad, set, front ...............................................$ 99.51RNH958 Genuine, Brake Pad, set, rear ................................................$ 93.12

Freelander Brake PartsFreelander (2002 - 2006)RNH959 Disc, front ............................................................................................$ 56.24RNH960 Pad set, front ......................................................................................$ 99.92RNH961 Brake Drum, rear ...............................................................................$ 153.97RNH962 Shoe Axle set, rear ............................................................................$ 104.93

Brake KitsBoth the Genuine and the ProLine brake kits include 2 pads, 2 rotors &hardware.Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS Genuine ...................................$ 209.00PLK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS ProLine ....................................$ 99.50RNK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH Sensor Genuine ................$ 259.00PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine ..........$ 99.50RNK6103 Rear Brakes w/o ABS RH Sensor Genuine................$ 259.00PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine...........$ 99.50RNK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS Genuine.......................................$ 239.00PLK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS ProLine........................................$ 109.00RNK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS Genuine .......................................$ 259.00PLK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS ProLine .......................................$ 99.50

Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNK6112 Front Brakes Genuine ...................................................$ 319.00PLK6112 Front Brakes ProLine ....................................................$ 149.00RNK6113 Rear Brakes Genuine....................................................$ 276.00PLK6113 Rear Brakes ProLine .....................................................$ 99.50

Discovery Series I 1995 - 1999RNK6106 Front Brakes Genuine ...................................................$ 229.00PLK6106 Front Brakes ProLine ....................................................$ 109.50RNK6107 Rear Brakes Genuine....................................................$ 234.00PLK6107 Rear Brakes ProLine .....................................................$ 89.50

Discovery Series II 1999 - 2004RNK6114 Front Brakes Genuine ...................................................$ 289.00PLK6114 Front Brakes ProLine ....................................................$ 179.00RNK6115 Rear Brakes Genuine....................................................$ 274.00PLK6115 Rear Brakes ProLine .....................................................$ 119.00

Girling Brake Master CylindersSeries IIA, IIIPLC752 Series IIA CV 88”.......................................................................$ 79.95PLC753 Series IIA CV 109”.....................................................................$ 84.50PLC454 Series IIA, III, 88”, dual power ...............................................$ 229.95PLC762 Series III 109”, dual power......................................................$ 259.00

Defender 1994 - 1997PLF285 Defender 90/110 ........................................................................$ 169.00

Discovery I 1995 - 1999PLB200 Discovery I w/ABS....................................................................$ 229.00

Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995PLB172 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Lockeed) ...........................$ 229.00PLB180 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Girling)...............................$ 199.00

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Girling Clutch Master CylindersSeries IIA, IIIPLC752 Series II, IIA 1959 - 1968 Girling ............................................$ 79.95PLF289 Series IIA, III with integral reservoir 1969 on Girling ........$ 69.95Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1995PLF289 Defender 90/110 Girling ...........................................................$ 69.95Discovery I 1994 - 1997RND939 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ 139.95

Clutch Slave CylindersSeries IIA, IIIPLB599 Series IIA Girling.......................................................................$ 79.00PLC535 Series III Girling .......................................................................$ 49.95Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997RNE222 Defender V8 Genuine...............................................................$ 64.90RND627 Defender Tdi Genuine .............................................................$ 79.90RND493 Defender Td5 Genuine ............................................................$ 69.80Discovery I 1994 - 1997RND627 Discovery I V8 Genuine ..........................................................$ 79.90

Fuel TanksPLC362 88” and 109” Regular, Fuel Tank,

Petrol & Diesel, ProLine ................................................$ 199.45PLH515 Range Rover Classic 1971-1985 style..........................$ 249.00PLE114 110 NAS, Range Rover Classic 1987-1991..................$ 239.00PLE116 Cradle for PLE114 fuel tank ..........................................$ 49.00PLH650 109 Rear Fuel Tank Series III (Series II, IIA is NLA) .....$ 279.00PLH652 Fuel Sender for the Rear Fuel Tank Series III 109 ....$ 39.00RNC886 Locking ring for sender Series III ................................$ 5.99RNC887 Sealing ring for sender Series III ................................$ 1.94

Fuel FiltersSeries II, IIA, III 1959 - 1976RFF111 Inline filter with Quick Clamp Fittings, that can

be adapted to any 5/16” fuel line (ProLine)..........................$ 5.90Series III 1974 onRNE235 2.25 litre petrol, canister type (Genuine) ..............................$ 5.90Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (Genuine)............................$ 22.99PLF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (ProLine) .............................$ 9.98RNC632 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline w/threaded fittings (Genuine) ..........$ 19.95RFF111 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline (ProLine) splice in ..............................$ 5.90RNC745 2.25, 2.5 na, 2.5 turbo diesel (Genuine) .................................$ 8.35RNF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (Genuine) ................................$ 24.50PLF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (ProLine)..................................$ 12.95RND270 Td5, Fuel Filter (Genuine).........................................................$ 59.95Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNF861 Genuine – threaded both ends..............................................$ 22.99PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine.........................................................................$ 9.98Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1992RNF133 Genuine Fuel Filter Update Kit (required for early

Range Rover up to LA464553) .................................................$ 49.95RNF861 ’87-’95, (threaded both ends), (Genuine) ..............................$ 22.99PLF861 ‘87-’95, (ProLine) ......................................................................$ 9.98RNF025 ‘87-90 fuel filter (up to LA464553

without update kit)....................................................................$ 19.50

Series 2.25 ltr Fuel PumpSeries 2.25 ltrPLC349 Fuel Pump, 2.25ltr. petrol, gasket

included ..........................$ 39.50

V8FuelPump with FuelSending UnitRNF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990,

Genuine...........................$ 379.80PLF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990,

ProLine .............................................................................$ 139.00RNE131 Defender 90 1994-1997, Genuine..................................$ 329.00RNF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, Genuine ..............$ 244.50PLF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, ProLine................$ 199.00RNF148 Discovery I & II ‘97 - ‘04, from VA737154, Genuine...$ 499.00

NEW RadiatorsSeries II, IIA, IIIPLC513 2.25 ltr, Series IIA, III, 1970 on Radiator, Proline .......$ 259.00May be fitted to earlier 2.25 ltr. Land Rovers by fitting late type top hose RNC510 andbottom hose PLE407.Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNC062 w/ Automatic Transmission, Radiator, ProLine ........$ 555.17RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1992PLC020 ‘87-1988. Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 379.00PLC019A ‘89-1992, Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 569.00RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997RNE130 NAS 90/110 V8 Radiator Assembly, Genuine .............$ 549.00PLD500 300 Tdi Radiator with intercooler, ProLine.................$ 599.00PLH255 300 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 298.00PLD496 200 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 289.00

NEW Discovery II RadiatorsDiscovery II 1999-2004PLD495 Radiator with secondary air .........................................$ 369.00PLD494 Radiator without secondary air ...................................$ 360.00

Having secondary air injection is identified by metal airpipes connected to the cylinder heads below the sparkplugs.

Coolant Expansion TankRange Rover Classic 1990-‘95Discovery I 1994-‘99PLC007 .................................$ 38.50Filler cap for expansion tank.RNC017 .................................$ 10.95

RND493 ClutchSlave Cylinder

PLH650 RearFuel Tank

PLC362 RegularFuel Tank

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PLC349

PLD495 Radiator withsecondary air

(A) High-Ratio Series IIA, III Transfer BoxIncreases your road speed by 32% with no change in low range performance.Experience quieter, more reliable road performance. Eliminates the weak link causedby overdrives being sandwiched between the main box and the transfer box. Normalhigh 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 newbearings, seals and gaskets, including transmission brake assembly.HRT1002 Rebuilt High-Ratio Transfer Box ..........................................................$ 1759.00

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

(C) Tool Locker Assemblies for Seat BoxCHAS29 Series II, IIA galvanized with battery pocket in bottom.............$ 155.40CHAS28 Series III galvanized without battery pocket ...............................$ 135.45

(D) Footwell Assemblies Series II, IIA, III18 ga. Footwell for complete replacement in all 2.25 LtrRNF0005 LH (driver), Galvanized .....................................................................$ 187.90RNF0010 Center Bulkhead Assembly, Galvanized .......................................$ 249.00PLB722 Bellhousing Cover 4 CYL .................................................................$ 139.00RNF0006 RH (passenger), Galvanized ............................................................$ 151.73

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CV JOINT KITSA comprehensive kit that includes all the oil seals and gaskets that youneed to replace your CV Joint. Includes CV joint and grease. Proline kitsuse Genuine seals, gaskets and grease as shown.Defender 90 1994-1997RNK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 299.00PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ..................................$ 149.00Defender 110 1993RNK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 689.00PLK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ..................................$ 159.00Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 299.00PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ..................................$ 149.00

CV JOINTS For ABS and non-ABSDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RND201 CV Joint, Genuine .....................................................................$ 259.00PLD201 Defender 90, 1994 - on, ProLine .............................................$ 99.80PLD301 Defender 110, 1993, ProLine ...................................................$ 99.80Discovery I 1994 - 1999RND201 CV Joint, Genuine .....................................................................$ 259.00PLD201 CV Joint, ProLine ......................................................................$ 99.80Discovery II 2000-2002RND673 CV Joint, Genuine .....................................................................$ 399.50Range Rover Classic 1987-1995PLX004 Suffix A axles only, CV Joint, ProLine ...................................$ 119.00PLX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on,CV Joint, ProLine...................................$ 99.80RNX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, Genuine.......................................$ 539.00PLX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, ProLine ........................................$ 119.00Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RND673 CV Joint, Genuine .....................................................................$ 399.50

Genuine Oil FiltersRNF001 V8 – All Range Rover Classic, P38A,

Discovery I and II, Defender 90/110 ......................................$ 11.95RNE589 6 cyl 2.6 litre NADA 109”, petrol.............................................$ 7.99RND504 6 cyl 2.5 litre Freelander, petrol..............................................$ 8.68RND269 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, diesel, engine oil ......................................$ 10.99RNH251 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, Centrifuge element...................................$ 25.50RNF001 4 cyl 2.3, 2.5 litre Defender 90/110, petrol.............................$ 11.95RNF001 4 cyl 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 200 Tdi, 300 Tdi, diesel...........................$ 11.95RNE590 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 5.5” canister ....................$ 8.50RNE591 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 7.5” canister ....................$ 8.50RNE589 4 cyl 2.0 litre Series I, petrol ...................................................$ 7.99

Series II, IIA Generators NEWRNE647 C-40 type Generator,

2.25 litre P & D .........................................................................$ 129.00

Series IIA & III Alternators NEWPLF193 12 Volt Lucas Alternator for Series IIA & III .......................$ 99.50

Starter Motor AssembliesPLE867 Genuine LR, High Speed Cold-Climate Enhanced for all

3.5/3.9/4.0/4.2/4.6 litre petrol engines, New Bosch.............$ 299.95RNF197 2.25 & 2.6 litre petrol, Rebuilt *plus $100 core charge ................$ 269.00PLD294 200 & 300 Tdi, New Bosch ......................................................$ 419.00

NEW Water Pumps with GasketSeries IIA, III 1961 - 1984RNF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, Genuine ..................................$ 119.00PLF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, ProLine....................................$ 49.50PLC348 2.25 litre petrol, Military, ProLine.................................$ 99.50Defender 90/110 1993 - 2006RNC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ 199.00PLC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine...........................$ 89.00RNC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine ...........................$ 278.00PLC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine ............................$ 89.00RNH257 200 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ 239.00RNH258 300 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ 128.00RNH360 Td5 diesel, Water Pump, Genuine ...............................$ 148.60Discovery I 1994-1999RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine ...................................................$ 278.00PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine.....................................................$ 89.00Discovery II 2000-2002RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine..............................................................$ 278.00PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine...............................................................$ 89.00Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 199.00PLC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 89.00RNC052 ‘95, Water Pump, Genuine.......................................................$ 278.00PLC052 ‘95, Water Pump, ProLine........................................................$ 89.00Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 278.00PLC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 89.00Hylomar Gasket SealerRNA681 Official sealer used by Land Rover

during assembly. Supplied in 3.5 oz. tubes. .........................$ 10.95

Flex CouplersGENUINE Flex Coupler for rear drive shaft,95 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I, IIRND196 Flex Coupler, Genuine

with hardware...........................................................................$ 98.20PLD196 Flex Coupler, ProLine

without hardware .....................................................................$ 49.95

RND196

RNC011 Water Pump

RNE647

Genuine CV Joint Kit

CV Joint

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Genuine Hub Seal KitsIncludes Genuine hub seal, hub gasket, hub seal race and lockerfor hub nut.Series II, IIA, and IIIRNK552 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 24.39Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNK5623 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 7.90Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNK5623 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 7.90Range Rover ClassicRNK5621 1987-’89, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 32.50RNK5622 1990-’92, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 8.60RNK5623 1993-’95, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 7.90

Drive ShaftsPLK4100 Proline Discovery I Rear Drive Shaft Update Kit replaces

Flex Coupler Drive Shaft with Twin U-Joint type. Includesnew rear Drive Shaft and 4 bolt Differential.Flange kit..........................................................................$ 349.50

Drive Shaft Assemblies with U JointsPLF315 Front 88 & 109 Series II, IIA, III 88 & 109....................$ 159.95PLE189 Rear 88 Series II, IIA, III 88 ...........................................$ 169.95PLF358 Rear 109 Series II, IIA....................................................$ 199.45PLE201 Rear Defender 90 V8 ......................................................$ 279.00PLD665 Front Discovery II ...........................................................$ 399.00PLD473 Rear Discovery I & Range Rover Classic 100 inch...$ 239.95U Joint KitRNE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC Genuine...$ 44.90PLE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC ProLine ....$ 18.95RNF411 Front & Rear Dsco I, RRC, Front 90, 110, Genuine ....$ 69.00RNE611 Rear Defender 90, 110, Genuine ..................................$ 59.95RNE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 66.94PLE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 18.95

K&N Air FiltersDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNF141 Defender 90 and 110 ......................................................$ 44.50Discovery I, II 1994 - 2002RNF139 Discovery I ......................................................................$ 57.95RNF144 Discovery II .....................................................................$ 57.95Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNF141 RR Classic, 1987-1994 ....................................................$ 44.50RNF139 RR Classic, 1995..............................................................$ 57.95Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNF146 RR P38A, thru ‘98 ............................................................$ 44.00RNF144 RR P38A, 1999-2002 ........................................................$ 57.95RNF145 K&N Filter Service Kit for all filters.............................$ 15.49

Genuine Air FiltersDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNF950 NAS 90,110 V8 Genuine ..........................................................$ 10.99RNH382 200 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ 29.35RNH383 300 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ 29.50RNF147 Td5 Diesel Genuine .................................................................$ 17.99Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNF010 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ 9.63Discovery II 2000-2002RNF147 Genuine, All Discovery II models Genuine ..........................$ 17.99Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNF012 Range Rover Classic 1974-1985, (2 req) Genuine ..............$ 9.95RNF950 Range Rover Classic 1987-1994 Genuine ............................$ 10.99RNF010 Range Rover Classic 1995 Genuine ......................................$ 9.63Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNF011 Range Rover P38A 1995-1997 Genuine ................................$ 16.95RNF147 Range Rover P38A 1998-2002 Genuine ................................$ 17.99

Automatic Transmission Filter Service Kits(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...................................$ 32.50RNK312 Genuine ZF Trans Filter Kit, 1987-2004 ..................................$ 94.50

O2 SensorsDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNE029 90/110 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ...............................................$ 299.00PLE029 90/110 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req.................................................$ 129.95RND292 90 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req.......................................................$ 379.00Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req............................................................$ 299.00PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req .............................................................$ 129.95RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req............................................................$ 299.00RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL, Genuine, 4 req ...............................................$ 379.00Discovery II 2000-2002RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req................................................................$ 119.00PLE910 Front, ProLine, 2 req.................................................................$ 79.90RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req.................................................................$ 84.50PLE892 Rear, ProLine, 2 req ..................................................................$ 74.95Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req ......................................................$ 299.00PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req .......................................................$ 129.95Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RND290 ‘95-’97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4req...............$ 299.00RND292 ‘97-’98 from VA350102 to WA410481,

Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req ..................................................$ 379.00RNE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, Genuine, 2 req ......................$ 119.00PLE910 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, ProLine, 2 req........................$ 79.90RNE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, Genuine, 2 req .......................$ 84.50PLE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, ProLine, 2 req.........................$ 74.95

New Distributor AssembliesRNI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly Genuine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ...............$ 699.00PLI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly ProLine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ................$ 269.00PLE143 Series II, IIA & III 2.25L 4 cylinder models.................$ 129.00

RND290

RNF141

PLK312 Auto Trans.Filter Kit

RNI019V8 EFI Genuine

$ 699.00

PLE143Series 2.25L$ 129.00

PLD665

PLI019V8 EFI ProLine

$ 269.00RNF950

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MECHANICAL / EXHAUST SYSTEMS

NRP Rear Stainless SteelPerformance Exhaust SectionIncludes center muffler, tailpipe with resonator,all clamps & hanger brackets.The NRP stainless steel performance exhaust system is by far the finest stainlesssteel exhaust system we have fitted to a Land Rover! Designed for the do-it-your-selfer, this system installs easily and is backed with an original purchaser lifetimeguarantee. System includes center silencer, tailpipe, all stainless steelhangers, hardware and installation instructions.RNE0002 Defender 90 ...............................................................................$ 599.00RNE0004 Defender 110 .............................................................................$ 649.95RNE0005 Discovery I, ’94-1999 ................................................................$ 628.95RNE0009 Discovery II, 2000-2002 ............................................................$ 629.95RNE0005 Range Rover Classic 1990 on .................................................$ 628.95(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 SystemsIncludes 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 takeadvantage of an increase in horsepower and torque? You will notice an immediateimprovement over your old tired system, both at idle and throughout the entire rpmrange. The NRP exhaust note will give a deep, throaty sound to your Rover V8Defender 90RNE0012 Manual Gearbox ’94 & ’95.......................................................$1439.00RNE0022 Automatic Gearbox ’97 ............................................................$1439.00Defender 110RNE0024 Manual Gearbox ’93 .................................................................$1489.00Discovery IRNE0013 Discovery I, Manual, ‘94-1995 ................................................$1469.00RNE0033 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘94-1995............................................$1469.00RNE0023 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘96 on................................................$1469.00RNE0043 Discovery I, Manual, ‘96 on ....................................................$1439.00Range Rover ClassicRNE0014 Range Rover Classic ’87-88 ....................................................$1669.00RNE0019 Range Rover Classic ’89..........................................................$1629.00RNE0015 Range Rover Classic ’90-95 100” ..........................................$1469.00RNE0025 Range Rover Classic ’93-95 108” (LWB) ..............................$1449.00

NRP 88” Series II-III StainlessSteel Exhaust SystemPerformance Stainless Steel ExhaustSystem for Series II-III 2.25 petrolPlan to keep your Series Land Rover forever? Here’s the exhaustsystem 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

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AGREAT INEXPENSIVEALTERNATIVE

This “Y-Pipe” is a great value, and comes with a24month warranty.PLE122 Range Rover Classic 3.9, 1994-95 Discovery only......$ 569.00PLH580 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 659.00PLE902 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 589.00Rovers North recommends replacing yourO2 Sensors upon fit. (See pg 39 for our full listing)RNE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req .............................$ 299.00PLE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req...............................$ 129.95RNE029 Range Rover Classic All models, Genuine, 2 req.......$ 299.00PLE029 Range Rover Classic All models, ProLine, 2 req........$ 129.95Gaskets sold separatelyFit between manifold and Y PipeRNE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) Genuine .......................$ 12.50PLE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) ProLine .........................$ 5.00

NRP SuperCats “Y-Pipe”

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

RNE0020 Defender 90, 110, 1993-1995...........................................$ 859.00RNE0021 Defender 90, 1997 ............................................................$ 859.00RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1994-1995................................$ 859.00RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 859.00RNE0020 Discovery I, Manual, 1994-1995 ....................................$ 859.00RNE0221 Discovery I, Manual, 1996-1999 ....................................$ 839.00RNE0021 Range Rover Classic 100” .............................................$ 859.00RNE0011 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 829.00

NRP PERFORMANCEEXHAUSTTHE ULTIMATE IN FIT, PERFORMANCE, & SOUND


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

Where did you grow up and what brought you to Vermont?I grew up about twenty miles north of New York City and moved toBurlington, Vermont to attend the University of Vermont. During mysenior year, something clicked and I felt like I needed to stay inVermont. I really appre-ciate the pace of life andlandscape of Vermont incomparison to the NewYork metro area.

How would youdescribe what you doat Rovers North?I have been working inthe Sales Departmentsince October of 2002,especially enjoying help-ing customers whodepend on their oldRovers as daily drivers. Ican empathize when yourone and only vehiclerequires unexpected service and your life momentarily grinds to ahalt, while all your friends and family look on in completebewilderment as to why you insist on driving an old Rover.In addition, I proof and write articles for the Rovers North News.Working at Rovers North is great, because it allows me to meld myfavorite hobby with a fun work environment.

Describe your most interesting Land Rover experience:Having the dashboard of my 90 catch fire on the way home fromswimming in Lake Champlain one hot summer evening, was rather“interesting” at the time. Armed with a fire extinguisher and a wetbathing suit, I managed to keep the carnage of melted wires andplastic to a minimum. Then there was the time I was stripping thepaint off my 90, using Aircraft Stripper, and ended up in theEmergency Room…

What Land Rovers have you owned?The first Land Rover I owned was a bit of a project…an old hardtop90, in which I installed a 200 Tdi. Here was this worn-out LandRover, sans engine, and I made it my project to rehabilitate it for dailyuse. Up until that time, this was my most involved automotive techni-cal experience, both equally frustrating and rewarded along the way.Once it was on the road, it was my only vehicle. That summer, I droveit just about every weekend to Land George, NY (about a 2-hour drivefrom Burlington, VT), down backcountry roads, to go boating withmy friends from UVM. One late summer afternoon, a camo 1978Series III 109” military pulled in to Rovers North and within a fewdays, I was its new owner and my 90 was instantly sold. I still regretselling that 90, but at the time I had this overwhelming urge to own aSeries Rover. The 109” was fun to drive because every time I gotbehind the wheel, it felt like an adventure; however, it was my only

vehicle and I found myself renting cars to attend a series of weddingsscattered throughout New England. I sold it soon after acquiring my1993 Range Rover SWB this past autumn, which I utilize as a dailydriver today. I just wasn’t using the 109” as much anymore and felt

that it deserved a betterhome. My Range RoverClassic puts a smile on myface whenever I turn thekey, because there’ssomething that makesyou feel special whenyou’re driving a RangeRover Classic.

Which one of themwas your favorite andwhy?I appreciate them all fordifferent reasons. I’vehad many fond memoriesdriving and living with allthree of them. If I had to

pick one, it would be my old 90. It was one of the most reliablevehicles I’ve owned. Being a diesel, it sounded like a real truck. Atthe time I owned it, I lived about an hour from work in NorthFerrisburg, VT and fuel efficiency was paramount. Unlike my 109” itcould keep up with modern traffic on the highway, yet still had avintage feel with its spare tyre mounted on the bonnet. Duringthe summer, I’d remove door tops for the entire season andoccasionally had to deal with sitting in a damp seat when it rained.Prior to liquidating it, I installed a cab top, which made the interiormore comfortable during winter. All my friends loved it and to thisday confirm that I was crazy to part with it.

What activities do you do when you’re not at Rovers North?I am fanatical about owning and maintaining older European cars.From vintage souped-up Alfa Romeos to air-cooled Volkswagens,there have been about sixteen cars that I have employed as fun,quirky daily drivers. I enjoy hiking, snow shoeing, snowboarding,working on my historic condo, music, photography, cooking andwine.

How have Land Rovers influenced your life?After buying my first Land Rover, I’ve always had to have one in “thestable.” They have incorporated themselves into my life in so manyways. For instance, I solely used my 109” to move the entire contentsof my apartment when I bought my condo last summer. It took manytrips to get the job done and I had to take extra measures to ensurenothing got cracked or scratched, given the rough ride ofthree-decade-old military leaf springs.

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LAND ROVER: CELEBRATING 60 YEARS AND GOING STRONGGaydon, 30 April 2008 – 60 years ago today, a motoring icon madeits public debut, when the original Land Rover was shown at a motorshow in Amsterdam, on April 30, 1948. The current Defender isclearly descended from that first vehicle, now known as a Series I.Extraordinarily, they even share a couple of original parts, an oil fillerplug and a cleat for tying down the canvas roof. But the rest of thevehicle technology has moved on considerably.

Today, Land Rover goes from strength-to-strength, with afive-model line-up headed by the Range Rover, and record globalsales of over 226,000 vehicles in 2007.

The company recently received an early birthday present, in theform of two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise. The first, for'International Trade', was given in recognition of export sales ofnearly £4 billion per annum to 147 countries, with markets such asChina and Russia driving major growth. The second, for 'Innovation',was awarded for Land Rover's acclaimed Terrain Response system. Atthe twist of a knob, this sets up the vehicle's engine response andtraction systems to maximise performance on all terrains - theelectronic equivalent of having an expert instructor alongside thedriver.

Around the world, Land Rover will be celebrating its 60thanniversary year throughout the summer with a series of specialactivities and events.Success Story

Land Rover is an outstanding British engineering andmanufacturing success story. Its manufacturing plants at Solihull(near Birmingham) and Halewood (near Liverpool) and its R&Dfacilities in the English Midlands, employ a workforce of 8,500 - andthe company helps support an estimated further 40,000 jobs throughautomotive suppliers.

Since the first Series I model rolled off the production line atSolihull, the vehicles created by Land Rover have defined the 4x4market. In 1970, the company introduced what's been called themost significant 4x4 vehicle ever, the Range Rover – the first 4x4 tobe equally capable on-road as off-road. Now, alongside the RangeRover and Defender, sit the Discovery 3 (LR3 in some markets),Freelander 2 (LR2) and Range Rover Sport.

Land Rover's spirit of adventure has been evident from theearliest days. Adventurers, farmers, scientists, naturalists, andoutdoor sport enthusiasts have all used Land Rovers' capability toaccess some of the world's most inhospitable regions. For 60 years,

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the company's vehicles have also worked for a multitude ofhumanitarian and conservation organisations, represented today byLand Rover's formal ties with the Born Free Foundation, Biosphere,Earthwatch, the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), and the ChinaExploration and Research Society.

Phil Popham, Land Rover's Managing Director, commented,"Land Rover’s history is a long and illustrious one – and the future isjust as exciting. We are committed to maintaining our relevance andmeeting the needs of our customers in a changing globalenvironment. Earlier this year, we unveiled a glimpse into ourpossible future - the diesel hybrid LRX cross-coupe concept. Thissignals that Land Rover will continue to evolve, with capability,premium values and sustainable motoring at the top of the agenda."

2009 RANGE ROVER SPORTThe 2009 Range Rover Sport, one of three updated Land Rovermodels making their debut at the 78e Salon Internationalde l’Automobile Geneva, includes refreshed exterior trim, new wheeldesigns and improvements to the interior craftsmanship enhancingthe premium feel.

The sales success of Range Rover Sport has continued through2007 and into 2008, helping Land Rover to a third successive recordsales year of 226,000 units. Phil Popham, Land Rover managingdirector, comments; “Sales have been driven by the hugely popularTDV8 engine, especially in Europe, which offers petrol-likerefinement but with 32% better fuel economy.”

The exterior enhancements are focused around the refreshedrear end details, which include body colour finish to the tailgate trim,revised tread mat (on upper surface of rear bumper), addition ofclear-lens rear lights and clear lens side indicators. The dramaticstance of the vehicle is further enhanced with the addition of asecond 20 inch wheel style, available in painted silver or diamondturned finish. The new wheel style is complemented with the additionof a shadow chrome finish now available for the first time on theexisting 10 spoke 20-inch Alloy wheel.

The introduction of three new metallic paint colours - SantoriniBlack, Galway Green and Bournville (black with a hint of brown) -further differentiates the 2009 Range Rover Sport.

The desirability of the Range Rover Sport is further enhancedwith the introduction of Noble, a metallic plate finish, on the centreconsole sides, air vent bezels and door pull handles to emphasize theclean architectural graphics of the cabin. Premium leather withdiagonal stitching is now available on door inserts in Ebony, Almondand Ivory. To continue the contemporary sporting nature of the cabin,leather seats with Alcantara centre panels have been extended acrossthree colour options, with contrast Ivory stitching available withEbony.

The introduction of acoustic laminated side glass to both driverand passenger windows allows occupants to enjoy the updated cabinwhilst experiencing reduced levels of road and wind noise, along withincreased levels of security.

“The Range Rover Sport excels in its delivery of on-roadperformance, best in class comfort and refinement with incredibleoff-road ability across the world. Range Rover Sport is now regardedas the quintessential sports tourer,” says Phil Popham, Land Rover’smanaging director.

LAND ROVER G4 CHALLENGE 2008/09 – WILL SUPPORT THEINTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF RED CROSS AND REDCRESCENT SOCIETIES• Land Rover’s global adventure Challenge to generate funds forhumanitarian causes • A total of 18 national teams of one male andone female competitor • Vehicle donated to the winning nations' RedCross or Red Crescent National Society • Challenge will run on an18-month cycle with 2008/09 location to be in Asia • Event will beenvironmentally sensitive and fully carbon offset through Climate Care• The partnership will generate more than £1m for the InternationalFederation over the next two Challenges Land Rover has entered alandmark association that will see the Land Rover G4 Challenge runin support of the International Federation of Red Cross and RedCrescent Societies on its return in 2008/09. This new globalpartnership with the world’s largest humanitarian organisation willensure the adventure competition leaves a positive legacy by acting asa platform to generate funds and assist life-changing humanitarianprojects around the world.

Land Rover Managing Director Phil Popham said: “The LandRover G4 Challenge is an incredible programme that demonstratesour products’ breadth of capability and displays our desire to alwayspush the boundaries of adventure. It is ideal to work as a fundraisingand awareness building platform for a humanitarian organisation andwe are delighted that we can now make the most of the Challenge’ssuccess and leave a lasting positive legacy by working with theInternational Federation.

“Land Rover is a strong brand that has a natural fit with human-itarian organisations in general. Our association with theInternational Federation goes back a long way, to 1954, when LandRover supplied a long-wheelbase Series 1 to the British Red Cross foruse in Dubai as a mobile dispensary. We are now looking forward toforging closer links with the International Federation through theLand Rover G4 Challenge.”

Sir Nicholas Young, the CEO of the British Red Cross, speakingon behalf of the International Federation, said: “An association withthe Land Rover G4 Challenge offers a unique and positive way for theInternational Federation to reach completely new audiences. It willenable us to activate projects that may otherwise not be possible. Thiswill be a partnership that will save lives - it’s as simple as that.”

The ultimate global adventure bringing together 18 nations inmixed-gender teams

In a significant expansion to the previous events run in 2003 and2006, the 2008/09 Land Rover G4 Challenge will involve mixed-gen-der national teams. Competitors from 18 different countries, who cannow register their interest on www.landroverg4challenge.com, will

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battle through a rigorous national and international selectionprocess. The best male and female from each nation will enter theChallenge itself, which will take place in Asia in early 2009.

The event will again have off-road driving at its core, combinedwith adventure sports and extreme initiative challenges for an ulti-mate test of team spirit and physical fitness. The entire Land Roverfleet will be involved, with the Range Rover Sport, Freelander 2 andDiscovery 3 all in action as competition vehicles in the distinctiveTangiers Orange colour. The victorious national team will win a LandRover for their National Red Cross or Red Crescent Society.

Martin Dreyer, winner of the 2006 Challenge, said: “The lastChallenge was an amazing experience and it was a fantastic feeling towin after such a tough competition against competitors from allaround the world. I am sure that the new format, with national teamsand more female competitors, will make the next Challenge evenmore exciting.”

The Challenge will follow Land Rover’s brand-wide environmen-tal programme and will be fully CO2 offset, supporting specificallyidentified global projects through Land Rover’s partner Climate Care.

This programme, coupled with considerate competition design, willensure the event has neutral environmental impact while leaving apositive humanitarian legacy with International Federation projectsaround the world.

For more information and high-resolution photographs, log onto the Land Rover G4 Challenge online media facility atwww.media.landrover.com or contact:Will Gray [email protected] +44 (0) 207 711 6885

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As Land Rover enthusiasts, we are all too familiar with our belovedvehicle’s legendary ability to rust. It only takes a handful of saltywinters or playful afternoons wading in the ocean for corrosion tocompletely devalue an older Land Rover. Corrosion doesn’t just sendLand Rovers off to an early grave, it creates the need for many repairs,significantly complicates otherwise quick fixes and diminishes thepride and enjoyment of ownership. Being located in Vermont, one ofthe rustiest places around, we take corrosion prevention veryseriously here at Rovers North. About a half dozen years ago RoversNorth got switched on to Waxoyl Professional and it has provedthe only product that can truly protect our Land Rovers from thewinter salt.

The best corrosion protection for any vehicle is a properprofessional application of Waxoyl Professional, but don’t stop there!Keep an aerosol of Waxoyl Professional handy every time you work onyour Land Rover so you can treat hidden areas that your repairsexpose. “What?” You ask, “shouldn’t the complete professionalapplication protect my Land Rover 100%?” For most vehicles theanswer is an overwhelming yes, but not with Land Rovers.

Unlike a unibody car, older Land Rovers are assembled fromindividual pieces and have a plethora of seems, crevices anddissimilar metals contacting each other, all of which are idealcorrosion traps. While a complete professional application of Waxoylwill prevent virtually all corrosion, the only way to completely treat aLand Rover is to rebuild it with Waxoyl in all the places otherwiseimpossible to reach. Of course the ideal time to do this rust proofingis during restoration, but for many that isn’t an option and so wesuggest making every repair an opportunity to rebuild that sectionwith Waxoyl in all the places that corrosion could start. If you live inor often travel to a rust area, this approach is for you! Its simple, justdo the repair as normal and use an aerosol can to apply Waxoyl whilereassembling, turning every repair into an opportunity to furtherprotect your Land Rover from the never-ending attack of corrosion

The productsWaxoyl Professional 120-4 is typically used to spray inside a vehicle’sbody cavities and chassis. 120-4 has a low viscosity and creeps intoall the hard to reach spots. It is also clear so overspray does not makea mess. The most effective way to treat cavities is using the WaxoylProfessional spray guns and compressed air, but during a repair it iseasy to apply 120-4 on the surface using an aerosol then reassemble.This method provides excellent protection and adds little time or costto a repair job.

Waxoyl Professional Hardwax is the opposite of 120-4. Hardwaxis black and rather than creep and penetrate like 120-4, it is thickand durable. Hardwax is appropriate for areas exposed to abrasion

and particularly well suited for underbody protection. Underbodyapplication with the professional equipment is quick, clean andprecise, but Land Rover owners have been known to tackle the jobwith aerosols. Hardwax also has great sound deadening andinsulation characteristics so it is ideal for the inside of doors, the roofor the hood before installing the insulation.

To make the most of your Waxoyl experience we recommendheating aerosol cans in a bucket of warm water. The ideal producttemperature for application is between 75-95ºF. Applying the productcold can be done, but it does not provide proper coverage orconsistency. Also, when the product is cold it does not mix wellallowing the propellant to escape eventually leaving product in thecan with no way to get out. Which brings us to our next tip: Shakewell! Heating and mixing allows the user to maximize amount ofusable product from the can, leaving little waste. A little goes a longway; a dry film thickness of 0.04 -0.05 mm provides effectiveprotection, so you don’t have to go overboard when spraying.

Waxoyl has long been praised for its ability to “stop existing rustand prevent further rust.” Both products can be applied directly ontop of existing surface rust. Waxoyl bonds to almost any surface andrequires very little preparation before application, but excessoil/ grease and flakes of rust need to be removed to allow t heproduct to reach the trouble spots. Visit the FAQ atwww.Roversnorth.com/waxoyl to learn more about preparing yourvehicle for Waxoyl application.

At Rovers North, we’ve found Waxoyl 120-4 aerosol cans usefulfor the following applications:• Metal to metal mating surface preparation during assembly, such asLand Rover Series/Defender door hinge installation.• Coating electrical connections. Waxoyl is an insulator, displacesmoisture and bonds even in damp conditions.• As a lubricant all throughout our Land Rovers (e.g.: hinges, lockcylinders, window regulators, etc.)• As a cutting fluid while drilling. Not only does it greatly aid cutting,but it keeps the filing from going all over the place, and should theywander they certainly wont start rusting if they are coating in Waxoyl!• As a lubricant for equipment, such as booms, hydraulicpistons, ect.• As a protective coating for yard equipment and machinery duringoff-season storage.

Hardwax is ideal for the following applications:• Touching up areas where rust has popped out on the underbodyor engine compartment.• A quick and easy solution for corrosion that has started on thepaintwork from the outside. Tape off the surrounding area and applyHardwax to contain the problem until it can be properly restored.

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• Nuts! Nothing is more frustrating than having a repair come grindingto a halt as you struggle to cut off fasteners bound by rust. Waxoyl is alubricant and a corrosion inhibitor, what could be better for yourhardware?• Just about anywhere else you want a durable anti corrosion/ lubricant!

By keeping a few cans of Waxoyl Professional on the shelf you canchange fighting corrosion from a time consuming expensive overhaulinto a small routine done regularly. I hope you will join us in protectingyour Land Rover and preserve the dwindling population of the vehicleswe love.For more information regarding Waxoyl products:http://www.roversnorth.com/waxoyl/

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RNW5004Waxoyl Professional 120-4 clear corrosion inhibitor.Regularly $18.99 ...................................SALE $15.99

RNW5006Waxoyl Professional Hardwax.Regularly $18.99 ....................................SALE $15.99

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The QE I, my ’66 Series IIA 88” SW, never feltsmoother or quieter. No wonder I was sopleased with the tune-up I gave the car.Admittedly, this moment occurred while theRover stood stationary on the deck of theferry, in calm seas. Still, the quietude gave methe time to ponder my Land Rover world.

“As Maine goes, so goes the nation,” is apolitical myth that we trumpet every electionseason. Right now, gas at my island town’sone pump, courtesy of the local fishermen’sco-op, costs a breathtaking $4.27 a gallon.The rest of the nation seems to be in alockstep to keep up with us, although Ibelieve that California might be ahead at thistime. By 1966 standards, my IIA producedexcellent gas mileage at 18 mpg; it’s still pret-ty good for a 4-wheel drive vehicle today. Thatdoesn’t make it cheap, though. Trips I knew Icould make as long as I had a $20 bill in mypocket now require a $50 bill instead. Ask mewhose face is on a $50 bill – I have no idea,I don’t see enough of them to remember.

Those tricks for incrementally bettermileage that you always read about in theBritish Land Rover magazines suddenly don’tseem so ridiculous. Whereas I once pridedmyself in cruising our one interstate at the

speed limit, that seems less important now. Ata stoplight, people behind me should nowplan on it taking a little longer for the lineto get up to speed; I’m not accelerating anyfaster. “Full throttle” will be reservedfor emergencies only. When performed innice weather, tune-ups are actually funto complete.

Whether you own a Series Land Rover, aRange Rover Classic or P-38A, or a DiscoveryI or II, it’s likely paid for or will soon be offpayments. This is a great thing right now asauto loan foreclosures are increasing. Buyersseduced by the new car smell and idolatryfind themselves behind the 8-ball when theywant to unload their cars; too often, they owemore in payments than the sale or trade invalue of the car. We won’t even wonder howyou are supposed to repair or maintain a newcar that requires computer diagnostics whenyour tool box consists of a socket set and ascrewdriver. Anyone seen the hourly rate at adealership recently?

In 6th grade, our teacher administeredan aptitude test that would help determineour academic life and likely career choices.He reviewed the results with each of us; whenit came to my turn, he said, “Jeffrey, I don’teven know how you can turn a doorknob.”You know those unfolded boxes that evaluatespatial relationships? Well, I could neverguess which folded-up one was the correctanswer. He advised me, strongly, never to relyon my mechanical abilities – I would developnone.

Some of my repair and maintenanceexperiences would verify the results of this6th grade test but for the most part, I’veovercome this shortcoming with a lot ofpractice, a lot of assistance and a great deal ofhumor and patience. I am fully aware that if Ican maintain a Land Rover, anyone can. Buyyour Land Rover once and you can keep it fora long, long time.

Regardless of the increasing costs, I’llcontinue to use and enjoy my Land Rovers.I need them for work and every trip, althoughshorter than before, will be a delight

precisely because I’m in the Rover. Thesounds, smells and tactile experiencesreceived at the helm of a Land Rover stillbring me - and every Rover enthusiast -enormous pleasure.

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Here’s an auto etiquette report. Travelingabout 120 miles to lead a program at a rurallibrary I passed a Range Rover Classic comingthe other way. I flashed my headlights and heresponded the same. Later, I saw an LR 3coming at me. I waved out the window andthe owner returned the wave. The manners ofthe marque are still strong.

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The New York Times noted that members ofUS House of Representatives can get taxpayersto purchase, lease and operate a car for them– and it’s legal. Judging from the leasepayment amounts listed in the article,apparently there’s no cap on how big a leaseyou can take out. “Buy American” doesn’tseem to apply, either, although it’sundoubtedly politically expedient.

If you’re a Land Rover enthusiast whowould like a new Land Rover, this might be agreat time to consider a bid for a seat in theHouse of Representatives in your state. Sure,you have to spend time in Washington, DC,but there are a lot of Land Rover enthusiaststo help you break the tedium of hearings onarcane legislation. Why attend staged eventswith people who don’t really like you whenyou can join the fascinating people who areLand Rover enthusiasts for a convivialevening?

It might be a bit late to launch a bid for2008 but talk to your local Land Rover dealernow in anticipation of the 2010 and 2012elections. Line up the Rover you want now; wecan’t wait to pay for the perk!

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Perhaps the Royal Family receives copies ofThe Rovers North News and saw photos of myother ’66 IIA, the QM I, in the magazine; it

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does look and sound quite used up. Thatmight explain the email I received from“Queen Elizabeth’s the II Foundation,”located on Woodlands Road, LeatherheadCourt, Leatherhead, Surrey, UK.

The “importance notice” came to mefrom Mrs. Rainor Neske, who parsimoniouslyuses a Yahoo account for all the foundation’sbusiness. While the Foundation was createdby the Queen herself, the European Unionand the Economic Community for WestAfrican States now seem to support and fundthe organization.

I hate to brag but the Board of Trusteeshas selected me as a “final recipient” of acash grant/donation for my own “personal,educational and business development.” Iwas quite chuffed – she must have read mycolumns – until I read that my selection cameabout as “a result of the random selectionexercise of internet websites and millions ofsupermarket cash invoices worldwide.” Well,at any rate, one million pounds awaits me assoon as I send in my personal information.

I think I’ll just have them send the checkto my account at Rovers North. I’ll start on thecomplete restoration of the car shortly; I’msure that Rovers North will call as soon as thecheck arrives.

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Chevrolet has some dealerships in GreatBritain and their market research peoplehave been busy. According to a survey, 72% ofrespondents used their car as a status symbolbut 95% of them have no idea what they looklike behind the wheel of their car. Well, GMcares about you so they got right on it.Now a dealership in Wimbledon has set up abank of huge mirrors that let you drive yournew Chevy up to them and reflect on yoursplendor; “Mirror, mirror, on the wall,” andall that sort of thing. Chevrolet thinks sohighly of this that they’ve created a televisionad showing male and female twits doing justthat while the Fine Young Cannibals “GoodThing” plays in the background.Land Rover dealers know that you look goodin a Rover because it’s a great car, not a hallof mirrors.

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2008 marks the 15th year that I’ve edited TheRovers North News. With the completion ofthis latest issue, I’ve now written over 100columns and articles for the magazine, andhave easily edited another 200 written bycorrespondents. What started for me asquarterly newsletter has grown into ahandsome magazine.

I grew up with automotive mags,courtesy of my father, who would get them forfree at his business. It staggered me thatpeople could get paid to drive new cars, writeabout them, and have fun with them for aliving. But in those dark old days, it seemedthat you had to move to Michigan, New Yorkor California to work for an automotivemagazine. Yuck!

In the late 1970’s and 1980’s, I workedas a free lance writer for newspapers and hada few automotive articles published, but Icould not break into enthusiast publicationsoutside of club newsletters. The more I droveBritish vehicles the more I wanted to writeabout the experience.

I finally achieved my dream of LandRover ownership in1991 with thepurchase of the QE I.By 1993, it hadracked up a lot ofmiles and the enginesounded like Ihad downloaded theringtone for “JingleBells.” Not good. Itsounded terriblewhen I gave a talk inPeacham, Vermont,so I called RoversNorth, at the otherend of the state andasked for advice.“Drive slowly and ifthe noises get worse,call a tow truck.” TheRover made it. A ringjob also replaced thepistons and emptiedmy bank account. Iwent up to the firm’spresident, MarkLetorney, and asked

“do you need a writer for your newsletter”By good fortune, he did. So I wrote my firstarticles and a year later, when the editor leftthe company, I took over that post.

It was a leap of faith for Rovers Northand a heaven-sent opportunity for me. I’vegone from camera-ready photos and copy tothe internet and have benefited from theprofessionalism of the Rovers North staff.Equally satisfying are the connections I’vemade with Land Rover enthusiasts in the USand around the world. We’ve publishedarticles from all corners of the US, introducednew writers and columnists of all ages andLand Rover experiences. What we share incommon are the experiences that Land Roverautomobiles make possible for us; let’scontinue as Land Rover celebrates its 60thbirthday this year.

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Rovers NorthAbsorbs Remaining LRCP Inventory

The CoolestPlace on Earth

A Series IIIRuns With the Deere

First ImpressionsThe AllNew1967 LandRover 109”

(1) O2 SensorsDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ................................................$ 299.00PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req..................................................$ 129.95RND292 90 only 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req...................................$ 379.00Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ................................................$ 299.00PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req..................................................$ 129.95RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req ................................................$ 299.00RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL Genuine, 4 req.....................................$ 379.00Discovery II 2000-2002RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req ....................................................$ 119.00PLE910 Front, ProLine, 2 req......................................................$ 79.90RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req .....................................................$ 84.50PLE892 Rear, ProLine, 2 req.......................................................$ 74.95Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req...........................................$ 299.00PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req............................................$ 129.95Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RND290 ‘95-‘97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req...$ 299.00RND292 ‘97-‘98 from VA350102 to WA410481,

Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req .......................................$ 379.00RNE893 ‘99-‘02 from XA41082, Front, Genuine, 2 req .............$ 119.00PLE910 ‘99-‘02 from XA41082, Front, ProLine, 2 req ..............$ 79.90RNE892 ‘99-‘02 from XA41082, Front, Genuine, 2 req .............$ 84.50PLE892 ‘99-‘02 from XA41082, Front, ProLine, 2 req ..............$ 74.95

(2) Mass Airflow SensorDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNC999 3.9 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 490.36RNE040 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 399.99Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNC999 3.9 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 490.36RNE040 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 399.99

(2) Mass Airflow Sensor (continued)Discovery II 2000-2002RNE054 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 205.90RNE041 4.6 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 226.00Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNC999 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 litre, Genuine .............................................$ 490.36Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNE040 4.0, 4.6 litre, Genuine, to WAU10481...........................$ 399.99RNE041 4.0, 4.6 litre, Genuine, from XA410482........................$ 226.00

(3) Inertia SwitchDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNI100 3.9 litre.............................................................................$ POARNI087 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 36.00Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNI087 Genuine...........................................................................$ 36.00Discovery II 2000-2002RNI087 Genuine...........................................................................$ 36.00RNI087 Genuine...........................................................................$ 36.00Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNI100 to RA647649 ....................................................................$ POARNI087 from SA647650 ...............................................................$ 36.00Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNI087 Genuine,..........................................................................$ 36.00

(4) Camshaft Position SensorDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNI088 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 318.66Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNI088 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 318.66Discovery II 2000-2002RNI089 Genuine...........................................................................$ 288.35Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNI090 Genuine, to TA346793 ...................................................$ 396.55RNI089 Genuine, from VA346794 ..............................................$ 288.35RNI091 O-Ring all models, Genuine .........................................$ 0.80


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(6) Crankshaft Position SensorDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNH556 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 41.04Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNI092 4.0 litre, 5-speed, Genuine..........................................$ 50.36RNH556 4.0 litre, Auto, Genuine................................................$ 41.04Discovery II 2000-2002RNI093 Genuine...........................................................................$ 67.27Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNI094 Genuine, up to TA346793..............................................$ 59.30RNH556 Genuine, from VA346794 to WA410481 ......................$ 41.04RNI093 Genuine, from XA410482 ..............................................$ 67.27

(7) Ignition Knock SensorDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNI095 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 104.74Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNI095 4.0 litre, Genuine...........................................................$ 104.74Discovery II 2000-2002RNI096 Genuine...........................................................................$ 36.65Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNI095 Genuine, up to WA410481 ...........................................$ 104.74RNI096 Genuine, from XA100650 ..............................................$ 36.65

(8) Throttle Position Sensor (Potentiometer)Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNM085 3.9 litre, Genuine, up to RA955971 ..............................$ 191.82RNI098 3.9 litre, Genuine, from RA955972...............................$ 123.55RNI097 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 69.29Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNM085 3.9 litre, Genuine, up to RA112194 ..............................$ 191.82RNI098 3.9 litre, Genuine, from RA112195...............................$ 123.55RNI097 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 69.29Discovery II 2000-2002RND513 Genuine...........................................................................$ 110.20Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNM084 3.5 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 141.70RNM085 3.9 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 191.82RNM085 4.2 litre, Genuine, up to 40D13271B............................$ 191.82RNI098 4.2 litre, Genuine, from 40D13272B.............................$ 123.55Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNI097 4.0, 4.6 litre, Genuine, up to WA410481......................$ 69.29RND513 4.0, 4.6 litre, Genuine, from XA410482........................$ 110.20GasketRNM078 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 litre, Genuine .............................................$ 1.37

(9) Stepper Motor - Idle Air Control ValveDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNM077 3.9 litre, Genuine, up to RA955971 ..............................$ 201.62RNH654 3.9 litre, Genuine, from SA955972...............................$ 209.00RND237 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 175.64Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNH654 3.9 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 209.00RND237 4.0 litre, Genuine............................................................$ 175.64RNH986 Gasket for RND237........................................................$ 2.73Discovery II 2000-2002RND511 Genuine...........................................................................$ 194.93Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNM077 Genuine, up to 40D13271B ...........................................$ 201.62RNH654 Genuine, from 40D13272B............................................$ 209.00Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RND237 Genuine, up to WA410481............................................$ 175.64RND511 Genuine, from XA410482 ..............................................$ 194.93GasketRNM078 Gasket for RND237, Genuine.......................................$ 1.37

(10) ECU Coolant Temperature SensorDefender 90/110 1993 - 1997RNM134 Genuine...........................................................................$ 23.50Discovery I 1994 - 1999RNM134 Genuine...........................................................................$ 23.50Discovery II 2000-2002RNH760 Genuine, up to 3A818214..............................................$ 21.00RNI099 Genuine, from 3A818215...............................................$ 18.50Range Rover Classic 1987-1995RNM134 3.9, 3.9, 4.2, Genuine......................................................$ 23.50Range Rover P38A 1995-2002RNM134 Genuine, up to WA410481............................................$ 23.50RNH760 Genuine, from WA410482.............................................$ 21.00

Genuine V8 Ignition PartsRNI001 Distributor Cap, 3.5, 3.9 litre ..................................................$ 54.50PLI001 Distributor Cap, 3.5, 3.9 litre ..................................................$ 17.80RNI002 Distributor Rotor, 3.5, 3.9 litre ................................................$ 39.50PLI002 Distributor Rotor, 3.5, 3.9 litre ................................................$ 6.25RNI028 Ignition Coil 3.5 liter ................................................................$ 69.95RNE509 Ignition Coil 3.9 liter ................................................................$ 129.10RNI004 Ignition Wire Set, 3.5, 3.9, and ‘93, ‘94 4.2 litre ..................$ 69.95PLI004 Ignition Wire Set, 3.5, 3.9, and ‘93, ‘94 4.2 litre ..................$ 29.95RNI005 Ignition Wire Set, 4.2 litre 1995 only.....................................$ 119.00RNI006 Ignition Wire Set 4.0, 4.6 litre ......................................$ 99.80PLI006 Ignition Wire Set 4.0, 4.6 litre ......................................$ 49.50RNI024 3 Pin Amplifier for Distributor ...............................................$ 179.00PLI024 3 Pin Amplifier for Distributor ...............................................$ 73.45RNI010 Adapter, for 3 Pin Amplifier ..................................................$ 39.95RNI012 Distributor Service Kit with Dust Shield ................................$ 49.00RNI017 Base Plate and Pick-up Lead for Distributor .....................$ 139.00RNI003 Genuine (Champion) Spark Plug.................................$ 5.99PLI003 Genuine (Champion) Spark Plug.................................$ 2.84RNI018 Base Plate with pikup lead ‘93 on..............................$ 139.15RNI020 “O” Ring Seal .................................................................$ 8.60RNI023 Roll Pin ............................................................................$ 20.44RNI014 Drive Gear.......................................................................$ 94.68

Complete Genuine V8 Ignition KitsRNK9335 3.9 litre (Includes: Cap, rotor, plug wires, and

spark plugs) Genuine.................................................................................$ 198.00RNK9336 4.0 litre, ‘94-’95 Discovery I Genuine....................................$ 157.45

(Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs)RNK9339 4.0 litre, ‘96-’99 Discovery I Genuine....................................$ 149.00

(Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs)RNK9340 4.0 litre, ‘95-’98 RR P38A Genuine ........................................$ 139.00

(Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs)RNK9341 4.0 litre, ‘99-’02 RR P38A, Discovery II Genuine ................$ 289.00

(Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs)

(11) Gasket Set Head Gasket SetsIncludes all gaskets and seals to overhaul your cylinder head(s).PLM015 3.5 V8 Steel Head Gasket and Valve Cover Gasket...........$ 79.00PLV016 3.9 V8 Steel Head Gasket and Valve Cover Gasket...........$ 89.00PLM083 4.0 V8 or 3.9 V8 latest OEM upgrade kit with composite head

gasket and rubber valve cover gaskets..............................$ 149.00PLE602 2.6 Petrol ...................................................................................$ 49.99PLF309 2.25 Diesel.................................................................................$ 39.99Block Gasket SetIncludes all gaskets and seals used in your block and front cover.PLF311 All V8..........................................................................................$ 32.50PLH702 300 TDI.......................................................................................$ 49.50Full Engine Gasket SetIncludes all gaskets and seals to overhaul your entire engine.PLH703 200 TDI.......................................................................................$ 45.50PLF308 2.25 Petrol .................................................................................$ 39.99

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V8 ENGINE LOWER END / 3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.2

1 RNM107 Camshaft Gear Bolt................3.5 ......................................$ 3.73RNM152 Camshaft Gear Bolt................3.9 ......................................$ 1.18RNM148 Camshaft Gear Bolt................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 2.48

2 RNM118 Piston Assembly Std. .............RRC 3.5..............................$ 146.95RNM141 Piston Assembly .020.............RRC 3.5..............................$ 122.08RNM136 Piston Assembly Std. .............RRC 3.9..............................$ 141.92RNM131 Piston Assembly .020.............RRC 3.9..............................$ 165.44RNM121 Piston Assembly .....................Disco I 3.9.........................$ 158.93RNM096 Piston Assembly .020.............Disco I 3.9.........................$ 175.57RNM075 Piston Assembly Std. .............RRC 4.2..............................$ 108.10RNM113 Piston Assembly Std. .............4.0 ......................................$ 118.91RNH992 Piston Assembly Std. .............4.6 ......................................$ 117.44

3 RNM101 Piston Rings Std. ....................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 266.62PLM101 Piston Rings Std. ....................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 199.00RNF307 Piston Rings Std. ....................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 56.77

4 RNM071 Connecting Rod ......................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 172.99RNM072 Connecting Rod ......................4.0 ......................................$ 143.78RNH993 Connecting Rod ......................4.6 ......................................$ 138.52

5 RNM146 Cup Plug...................................3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2, 4.6 ..........$ 0.966 RNM029 Plug Cambore Rear................3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.6 .................$ 4.137 RNM139 Threaded Plug Cyl. Block......3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 2.15

RNM124 Threaded Plug Cyl. Block......4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 3.318 RNM140 Camshaft ..................................3.5 ......................................$ 475.81

RNM143 Camshaft ..................................3.9 ......................................$ 352.82RNM143 Camshaft ..................................3.9 ......................................$ 352.82RNM144 Camshaft ..................................4.2 ......................................$ 443.36RNM145 Camshaft ..................................4.0 ......................................$ 337.33RNH994 Camshaft ..................................4.6 ......................................$ 420.77RNF208 Cam Bearings..........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 173.29RNF317 Cam Bearings..........................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 188.37

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9 RNM059 Dipstick Tube...........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 12.33RNM064 Dipstick Tube ..........................to WA410481 ....................$ 17.51RNH995 Dipstick Tube with Secondary Air Injection

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 17.80RNH996 Dipstick Tube without Secondary Air Injection

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 20.3010 RNM127 Dipstick ....................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 33.48

RNM130 Dipstick without Secondary Air Injection...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 8.00

RNH997 Dipstick with Secondary Air Injection...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 17.10

11 RNM060 Key Camshaft Chain Wheel..3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 6.07RNI085 Key Camshaft Chain Wheel..4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 9.86

12 RNM102 Timing Chain............................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 40.6913 RNM128 Chainwheel Camshaft............3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 66.95

RNM137 Chainwheel Camshaft............GEMS 4.0, 4.6...................$ 37.80RNI076 Chainwheel Camshaft............Bosch 4.0, 4.6...................$ 22.59

14 RNM031 Spacer Camshaft Gear..........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 5.3515 RNM046 Gear Distributor Driver ..........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 107.0116 RNH034 Plain Washer...........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 4.5617 RNM129 Gear Oil Pump.........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 86.4918 RNM040 Idler Gear.................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 25.4719 RNM126 Front Cover V Belt ..................RRC 3.5, 3.9.......................$ 724.55

RNM132 Front Cover Serpentine Belt.RRC, Disco I 3.9, 4.2........$ 472.30RNM133 Front Cover Disco I 4.0 Serpentine Belt.........................$ 472.30RNH655 Front Cover ..............................P38A to XA426593

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 957.26RNH656 Front Cover, Bosch Disco II & RR P38A XA426594

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 821.89RNH657 Front Cover, Bosch Disco II from XA426594

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 659.0020 RNM042 Seal Front Crankshaft ............3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 10.7621 RNM045 Mud Shield Front Cover (not pictured) 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ............$ 3.2522 RNM033 Gasket Front Cover ................4.0, 4.6 (Vbelt) .....................$ 0.00

RNM036 Gasket Front Cover ................4.0, 4.6 (Serpentine belt) .......$ 10.9023 RNM097 Pulley Water Pump/Alt ..........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 53.90

RNM106 Pulley Water Steering Pump3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 35.6723 RNM074 Pulley Serpentine Belt...........3.9,

...................................................4.2 (w/ Serpentine belt), 4.0 ..$ 71.57RNI077 Pulley Serpentine Belt P38A & Disco II

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 212.6824 RNM090 Damper Range Rover ............3.5, 3.9 ...............................$ 390.82

RNM080 Damper Range Rover LWB...4.2 ......................................$ 242.42RNM057 Damper Discovery..................3.9 ......................................$ 145.13RNM058 Damper Assembly Disco I & Defender

...................................................4.0 ......................................$ 239.0025 RNH017 Bolt Crankshaft .......................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 6.1326 RNH028 Washer Harmonic Balancer.3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 11.4927 RNM067 Gear Crankshaft......................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 17.2528 RNM100 Woodriff Key Balancer..........3.5, 3.9 ...............................$ 6.22

RNM112 Woodriff Key Balancer..........3.9 Disco, 4.2, 4.0.............$ 9.6529 RNM056 Crankshaft ...............................3.5, 3.9 ...............................$1173.43

RNM122 Crankshaft ...............................4.0 ......................................$ 497.44RNI078 Crankshaft ...............................4.6 ......................................$ 532.89

30 RNM050 Main Bearing Kit (Std) .............3.5, 3.9 ...............................$ 118.57RNM051 Main Bearings (.01 over) ..........3.5, 3.9 ...............................$ 176.79RNM052 Main Bearings (.20 over) ..........3.5, 3.9 ...............................$ 302.23RNM076 Main Bearings set .................RRC 4.2, Disco 3.9

...................................................35D08967B, 36D25524B ..$ 175.95RNM138 Main Bearings set..................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 59.43

31 RNM125 Rear Crankshaft Seal.............3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 17.0432 RNM066 Seal Packing ...........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 3.5733 RNM062 Oil Strainer Gasket .................3.5, 3.9, 4.0, Disco I 4.0 ...$ 4.10

34 RNM099 Main Bearing Cap Bolt..........3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 3.02

35 RNM092 Oil Pump Assembly ................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 421.7336 RNM043 Plug - Oil pump relief valve...........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 17.9037 RNM018 Spring - Oil pump relief valve.......3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 1.4838 RNM089 Plunger - Oil pump relief valve ....3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 2.9139 RNH035 Washer - Oil pump relief valve ....3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 4.5640 RNM061 Oil Pump Gasket .....................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 2.1541 RNM123 Blanking Plug - Oil pump............3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 8.3342 RNH032 Washer - Blanking plug ..............3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 0.56

RNM120 Oil Pump Repair Kit (includes part # 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 42)

...................................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 38.3943 RNM104 Oil Pressure Switch ...............3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6 ..........$ 25.70

RNI079 Oil Pressure Switch Disco II, P38A from XA426594 (Bosch)

................................................... 4.0, 4.6 ..............................$ 14.5044 RNH031 Washer / O-Ring .....................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 4.18

RNH032 Washer.....................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 0.56RNI084 Washer P38A from Disco II / XA426594 (Bosch)

................................................... 4.0, 4.6 ..............................$ 1.34RNH033 O-Ring.......................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 0.28

45 RNH025 Oil Pump Mounting Bolt ........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 1 1/4” x 7 1/8” .$ 1.23RNM108 Oil Pump Mounting Bolt ........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 1 1/4” x 9/16” ..$ 7.53RNH024 Oil Pump Mounting Bolt ........3.5, 3.9, 4.2 1 1/4” x 1 1/4” .$ 7.36

46 RNM114 Oil Suction Pipe ......................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 27.30RNI080 Oil Suction Pipe ......................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 29.63

47 RNM055 Sump ........................................(w/o Low Oil Level Sensor Socket)...................................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0 .................$ 202.48

RNM049 Sump ........................................(with Low Oil Level Sensor Socket)...................................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0 .................$ 235.31

RNI081 Sump, 4.0, 4.6 P38A up to WA410481 ..............................$ 122.96RNI102 Sump, 4.0, 4.6, P38A from WA410482, Disco II ..............$ 355.84

48 RNM110 Sump Gasket ...........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0 .................$ 10.60RNH902 Sump Gasket ...........................P38A, Disco II, 4.0, 4.6....$ 32.50PLH902 Sump Gasket ...........................P38A, Disco II, 4.0, 4.6....$ 14.95

49 RNM032 Drain Plug ................................RRC, Disco I, Defender...................................................3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0 .................$ 6.07

RNI082 Drain Plug ................................P38A up to WA410481...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 4.07

RNI083 Drain Plug ................................P38A from WA410482 & Disco I...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 4.50

50 RNF013 Drain Plug Washer.................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 2.50PLF013 Drain Plug Washer.................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 1.29RNF014 Drain Plug Washer.................Disco I, 4.0........................$ 1.54PLF014 Drain Plug Washer.................Disco I, 4.0........................$ 1.19RNH559 Drain Plug Waher...................P38A to WA410481

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 1.60RND238 Drain Plug Waher...................P38A from XA410482 & Disco II

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 1.61PLD238 Drain Plug Waher...................P38A from XA410482 & Disco II

...................................................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 0.4051 RNM147 Camshaft Retainer Plate .......3.9, 4.2 ...............................$ 25.4054 RNA688 Engine Block Heater ..............V8.......................................$ 172.01

RNC711 Engine Radiator Hose Heater (1.25”dia.) V8..................$ 49.00RNC712 Engine Radiator Hose Heater (1.5”dia.) V8....................$ 41.95

55. RNE565 Con. Rod Bearings, Standard, 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 .....................$ 151.36RNE566 Con. Rod Bearings, .010” u/s, 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ......................$ 129.73RNE567 Con. Rod Bearings, .020” u/s, 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ......................$ 154.16RNF306 Con. Rod Bearings, Standard, 4.0, 4.6 ............................$ 113.25RNC619 Con. Rod Bolts ........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 5.99RNC618 Con. Rod Nuts .........................3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ........................$ 0.49RNC987 Con. Rod Nuts .........................4.0, 4.6 ...............................$ 4.96


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V8 ENGINE TOP END / 3.5, 3.9, 4.2, 4.0, 4.6, 1987-1998

1 RNM077 Stepper Motor ......................"3.5, 4.2" ...............................$ 201.621 RNH654 Stepper Motor ......................3.9.........................................$ 209.001a RND237 Stepper Motor ......................"4.0, 4.6" ...............................$ 175.641b RNH986 Stepper Motor Gasket........."4.0, 4.6" ...............................$ 2.732 RNM084 Potentiometer .......................up to 1989 ...........................$ 141.702 RNM085 Potentiometer .......................1989 on................................$ 191.823 RNM078 Potentiometer Gasket.........."3.5, 3.9, 4.2" ........................$ 1.374 RNM086 Hose Manifold to Water Jacket

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 17.275 RNM082 "Hose, Water Jacket to Radiator"

.................................................3.5.........................................$ 26.205 RNM079 "Hose, Water Jacket to Radiator"

.................................................3.9.........................................$ 39.756 RNC049 Hose Clamp ..........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 2.617 RNM109 "Tamper Plug, Idle Speed Adjustment Screw"

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 3.758 RNM082 Delay Valve Hose ................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 26.209 RNI025 Delay Valve Vacuum............"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 39.0010 RNM095 Tee Piece & Restrictor ........"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 44.2311 RNM135 "Hose, Plenum to Tee Piece"

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 11.5512 RNM081 Hose ......................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 15.2113 RNI021 Vacuum to Delay Hose........"3.5, 3.9, 4.2" ........................$ 15.21

RNH666 Vacuum to Delay Hose........"3.9" Discovery I.................$ 15.2114 RNM098 "Hose, Flame Trap to Tee Piece"

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 13.6015 RNC048 Heater Return Hose............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 16.2616 RNC043 Heater Supply Hose............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 25.1017 RNC047 Thermostat ............................"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 9.4018 RNC040 Elbow Water Outlet.............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 74.0019 RNC046 Elbow Gasket ........................"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 2.6120 RNC057 Temp Sender Gauge ............3.5.........................................$ 47.2020 RNC035 Temp Sender Gauge ............3.9.........................................$ 15.2320 RNC036 Temp Sender Gauge ............4.0.........................................$ 15.2321 RNC039 Sealing Washer ..................................................................$ 0.5022 RNC045 "Switch, Fan Temperature Switch"..................................$ 36.2023 RNC023 Copper Washer ..................................................................$ 1.4624 RNM134 Sensor Coolant ECU ..........................................................$ 23.5024 RNC036 Sensor Coolant ECU ............DiscoveryII .........................$ 15.2325 RNH032 "Washer, ECU Coolant Sensor" ........................................$ 0.5626 RNE149 "Gasket, Water Jacket" .....................................................$ 1.98

RNK110 "Emission Kit Includes:RNM095, RNM081, RNM135 and RNM098" .......................................$ 84.50

27 RNM001 Vent Crankcase ...................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 28.3028 RNV048 ORing......................................"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 0.8828a RNM115 Dust Shield ............................4.0L.......................................$ 5.0329 RNV002 Oil Filler Cap ........................................................................$ 24.95

RNV003 Oil Filler Cap..........................4.0.........................................$ 24.0030 RNM103 Mounting Plate Breather...."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 13.6031 RNM026 Filter Element ........................"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 4.2532 RNM091 Cap.........................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 3.5133 RNM035 Gasket Valve Cover.............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 23.89

PLM035 Gasket Valve Cover.............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 9.0034 RNV006 Valve Cover Screw - Inner .4.0L.......................................$ 1.83

RNV007 Valve Cover Screw - Outer.4.0L.......................................$ 1.8335 RNM025 Cylinder Head Assembly.....4.0L.......................................$ 648.85

RNH553 Cylinder Head Assembly.....4.0L.......................................$1243.67RNM025 Cylinder Head Assembly.....3.9L.......................................$ 648.85RNH554 Cylinder Head Assembly.....3.9L.......................................$ 319.00RNH555 Cylinder Head Assembly Core Charge ...........................$ 299.00

36 RNC654 Rocker Shaft Assembly......."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 515.0037 RNV017 Rocker Shaft ........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 240.5338 RNM041 Tappet Assembly.................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 19.73

39 RNV005 Pushrod.................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 5.9540 RNV024 Bracket .................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 13.6041 RNM105 LH Rocker Arm ....................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 7.30

RNM047 RH Rocker Arm....................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 7.3042 RNM034 Spring....................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 2.0043 RNV023 Seal Valve Stem Intake ......."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 6.2544 RNM044 Valve Spring Cap.................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 4.3545 RNV010 Inlet Valve..............................3.5L.......................................$ 30.33

RNM022 Inlet Valve..............................3.9L4.0L................................$ 0.0046 RNM011 Exhaust Valve .......................3.5L.......................................$ 34.60

PLM011 Exhaust Valve .......................3.5L.......................................$ 8.75RNM027 Exhaust Valve .......................3.9L4.2L................................$ 45.37

47 RNV004 Gasket Inlet Manifold.........."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 45.9048 RNM012 Head Gasket.........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 42.89

PLM012 Head Gasket.........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 19.0049 RNV019 Valve Guide ..........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 15.5850 RNM093 Filler Extension .....................3.9L4.2L................................$ 62.95

RNM094 Filler Extension .....................4.0L.......................................$ 9.5651 RNM069 Valve Spring.........................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 6.2952 RNM068 Split Cone Retainer.............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 2.0053 RNM028 Valve Seat Inlet ...................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 10.7754 RNM116 Valve Seat Exhaust ..............3.5L.......................................$ 16.35

RNM117 Valve Seat Exhaust ..............3.9L.......................................$ 51.9355 RNM039 Seal Intake Manifold ..........."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 8.45

PLM039 Seal Intake Manifold ..........."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 3.9556 RNM070 Clamp Intake Gasket ..........."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 12.9057 RNF119 Spring Washer....................................................................$ 1.2058 RNF130 Washer Rocker Shaft .........."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 1.3459 RNF126 "Split Pin, Rocker Shaft" ......"3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 0.2760 RNF123 "Bolt 3/8, Rocker Assembly to Head"

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 1.4261 RNV013 "Bolt, Cylinder Head, Long"."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 6.9562 RNM014 "Bolt, Cylinder Head, Short""3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 4.4563 RNF117 "Special Washer, Head Bolt"

................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 0.7564 RNM088 "Bolt, Seal Retainer"............."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 1.31

RNX015 Lock Washer .......................................................................$ 0.47RNS074 Washer.................................................................................$ 0.46

65 RNM037 RH Rocker Cover Assembly................................................."3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" .................$ 365.14

RNM053 LH Rocker Cover Assembly".................................................3.5, 3.9, 4.0, 4.2" ..................$ 451.45

RNM015 Complete Upper End Gasket set.................................................3.5.........................................$ 167.95

PLM015 Complete Upper End Gasket set.................................................3.5.........................................$ 79.00

RNV016 "Complete Upper End Gasket set, steel gasket".................................................3.9.........................................$ 180.75

PLV016 "Complete Upper End Gasket set, steel gasket".................................................3.9.........................................$ 89.00

RNM083 "Complete Upper End Gasket set, fibre gasket".................................................3.9, 4.0, 4.2, 4.6" ..................$ 339.00

PLM083 ProLine Upper End Gasket Set................................................."3.9, 4.0, 4.2, 4.6" .................$ 149.00

RNK0134 ProLine V8 Cylinder Head Bolt Kit................................................."3.9, 4.0, 4.2, 4.6" .................$ 95.00

PLK0134 ProLine V8 Cylinder Head Bolt Kit................................................."3.9, 4.0, 4.2, 4.6" .................$ 59.00

66 RNH134 Stepper Motor Bypass Hose "3.9, 4.2" ............................$ 25.4267 RNH562 "Hose, Manifold to Plenum""4.0, 4.6" ...............................$ 8.3568 RNH564 "Hose, Rocker Cover to Plenum" "4.0, 4.6" ......................$ 35.3569 RNH561 "Hose, Rocker Cover To Ram Housing" "4.0, 4.6" ...........$ 25.9070 RNC991 "Gasket, Stepper Motor Housing" "3.5, 3.9, 4.2" .............$ 1.25


V8 ENGINE TOP END / BOSCH 4.0 & 4.6, P38A, DISCOVERY II

1. RND506 Hose Assembly, Manifold to IAVC .......P38A, Disco II .......$ 16.342. RND507 Hose Assembly, IAVC to Thorttle Body

....................................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 14.853. RND508 Hose Clamp ..............................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 2.264. RND509 Hose Clamp ..............................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 1.895. RND510 Hose Clamp ..............................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 3.426. RND511 Idle Air Control Valve (Stepper Motor)

....................................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 194.937. RND512 Clip-Idle Air Control Valve .....................P38A, Disco II .......$ 6.938. RND513 Throttle Potentiometer ...........................P38A, Disco II .......$ 110.209. RND306 Gasket - Throttle Body to Manifold .....P38A, Disco II .......$ 2.9810. RND514 Hose ..........................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 12.9811. RND307 Hose Clamp ..............................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 1.7112. RND515 Solenoind Secondary Air Injection ......P38A, Disco II .......$ 23.0513. RND516 Valve, Air Control - SAI ..........................P38A, Disco II .......$ 148.3214. RND517 Gasket for Air Control Valve .................P38A, Disco II .......$ 1.99

15. RND308 Gasket, Upper Inlet Manifold to Lower Inlet Manifold....................................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 49.00

PLD308 Gasket, Upper Inlet Manifold to Lower Inlet Manifold....................................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 29.95

16. RND518 Gasket, Inlet Manifold Elbow ................P38A, Disco II .......$ 2.9817. RNH560 Hose, Breather - Rocker Cover to Ram Housing

....................................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 10.8018. RND514 Hose, Manifold to Plenum De-Icer ......P38A, Disco II .......$ 12.9819. RNH563 Hose, Rocker Cover to Plenum..............P38A, Disco II .......$ 13.6720. RND519 Rail Assembly ...........................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 640.0121. RND520 Injector .....................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 170.0022. RND521 ORing..........................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 4.2223. RND522 Clip .............................................................P38A, Disco II .......$ 4.6024. RNH761 Gasket Kit - Throttle Body ......................P38A, Disco II .......$ 16.7525. RNH982 Pipe, Secondary Air Injection ...............P38A, Disco II .......$ 247.55

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DISC BRAKE KITS / SERIES II, IIA, III 1960 ON

Now you can install the latest Defender disc brake components ontoyour trusty 88” or 109” Land Rover and enjoy amazingly quick andcontrolled stopping power. Front kits are based on a new hubassembly and new swivel ball housing, cast from ductile iron with aminimum strength rating of 80,000 pounds per square inch, this kitis an engineering masterpiece. The front caliper mounts are cast intothe housings, just like Defender, to handle the massive 4 pistonDefender calipers that grab 12 inch vented Defender discs, just likethe NAS 90 enjoys. Timm’s rear conversion kit uses the same hubassemblies with solid Defender rear discs and 2 piston Defender rearcalipers. Using all Defender brake components, as well as wheelbearings and seals, means easy service, easy parts availability in thefuture, and adds directly to the value of your Land Rover.

These kits are designed to work with an 88” or 109” dual powermaster cylinder available on Land Rovers manufactured from 1969through 1984. For owners with early single non-power systemmaster cylinders, you will need to convert to a dual power mastercylinder. This conversion involves installing a vacuum port into yourintake manifold, installing a dual power pedal box assembly whichhouses the dual master cylinder, vacuum servo unit and brakelight switch. This pedal assembly is larger in size. It will requiremodifying your wing top, splashguard mount, and installing a SeriesIII style splashguard. You will then need to re-plumb your clutchmaster, and install additional brake lines to complete the dual circuit.You will also have the option of adding in a safety failure junctionvalve, with or without warning light, and choosing betweenhydraulically or mechanically activated brake lights. These parts canbe found in our catalog or on our website in our Series III brake

section. We also have available a good selection of second hand dualpedal box assemblies. Please contact us for assistance, and moreinformation on improving your brakes. We’re here to help.

Our Timm Cooper Front Brake Conversion Kit includes 2 newfront swivel housings with new seals and retainers, 2 new hubs withwheel studs, new hub bearings and seals, 2 new 4 piston front brakecalipers, 2 new vented brake discs, new brake pad set, 2 newflexible brake lines, gaskets, all necessary hardware, and detailedinstructions prepared by Timm Cooper. This is a bolt-on conversionthat requires no drilling or fabrication.

Our Timm Cooper Rear Brake Conversion Kit includes 2 newhubs with wheel studs, new hub bearings and seals, 2 new rear brakecalipers, 2 new solid brake discs, new brake pad set, 2 new calipermounting brackets, gaskets, all necessary hardware, and detailedinstructions prepare by Timm Cooper. This is also a bolt-onconversion that requires no drilling or fabrication.

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Front Kit shown PLA6100KV

FRONTRNA6100KV Genuine, front ........................................$ 2899.00PLA6100KV ProLine, front.........................................$ 2199.00

REARRNA6101K Genuine, rear .........................................$ 1359.00PLA6101K ProLine, rear..........................................$ 998.00

Timm CooperDisc Brake Conversion Kits

It’s possible that, in the 15 years this Editor hasreviewed the Sightings, we’ve received moreSightings than this issue, but we doubt it. LandRover enthusiasts of all ages throughout NorthAmerica kept a sharp eye out – or an ear cocked– for any use of a Land Rover to embellish aproduct or improve a sound. The result was thelargest number of Sightings ever.

Once again there are superb entries thatwarrant emptying more of the crockery cup-boards at Rovers North. As always, it's helpful forrookies to review the rules for Sightings - anduseful as a reminder for the grizzled Sighting vet-erans as well.

Rule # 1 - All Sightings receive recognitionand our appreciation, but not necessarily a mug.We reward only those Sightings that capture theunique qualities of Land Rovers and theirowners, and display them in a distinctive way.

Rule #2 - If your Sighting does not reallysurprise you, it won't surprise us, either, and youwon't get a mug. We're delighted, but not sur-prised, that Land Rovers appear in British televi-sion programmes, British publications, filmswith British themes, and shows about Africansafaris. You shouldn't be surprised, either, andshould consider looking for other ways to get acoffee mug.

Rule #3 - At an ever-changing date beforepublication we close off the Sightings. If we'vementioned the Sighting in an earlier issue, wewon't mention it again. If you're new to thefamily of Land Rover enthusiasts, you may nothave seen your Sighting in an earlier issue.

Rule #4 - We're not outfitting your kitchen.If you qualify, please remember - one mug perSighting per issue.

Rule #5- Sightings that are Land Roverreferences in books go to our Literary LandRover editor for mention, but only when spacepermits.

Rule #6 - Psst... if we can't read your nameand address because of atrocious penmanship,we can't recognize your Sighting nor send youa mug. Psst...E-mail submissions - remember wecan't send a mug by e-mail. Send us your realname and shipping address, too.

Rule #7 - Grudgingly, very grudgingly, theEditor admits he might make an error. Let meknow if you think you've been jobbed, but alldecisions of the Editor are final.

While the President believes that theeconomic stimulus checks he authorized willsend you into a consumer frenzy, televisionadvertisers know it takes a Land Rover tostimulate sales. Transition lenses put aphotographer in their glasses on safari and threwin a Land Rover for effect. It worked. D. AaronConway, St. Louis Park, MN, Ben Turover, NewCastle, DE, Sherry Block, Hadlyme, CT, DavidLane, Darien, CT, W. Prillaman, Irvington, VA,Mary Jean Terrell, Glen Allen, VA, JoshMcLain, Rochester, NH, Joey Boerner, ForestGrove, OR, Vincent Coratello, Elizabethtown,PA, Dean Minner, Carnation, WA and RobertWhitely [see Rule #6], all saw the ad.

Columbia Sportswear scored a hit with theirad featuring Ma Boyle and her Defender 110.Earning a mug were Greg Akin, Abilene, TX,Stephen Andrews, Easton, MD, ChandlerShepard, E. Sarasota, FL, Erin Corbett,Missoula, MT, Bill Tanner, Dawsonville, GA,Alex Ackermann, Chatham, NJ, ColinSpencer, Kodiak, AK, Allen Minner, Carnation,WA, Kevin Eyres, Beaverton, OR, GrahamBrizendine, Ft. Worth, TX, Pat Ingram,Madras, OR, Matt Joyce, Chester, MD, andRudy Minar, Harvard, MA. James Dargan,Daniel Carradini, Matthew Smith and TonySims [See Rule #6] also spotted the same ad.

Old Navy knew it needed more than leggymodels with sharp outfits to attract viewers so itthrew a Defender 90 into the ad. They hit a homerun! Jorge Sheddon, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, reportsthat the ad was shot in Buenos Aires back inJanuary 2008 [summertime there]. JohnRussell, Saline, MI, Derek Leath, Frontenac,MO, Loic Fabro, Herndon, VA, Randy Kremer,Paramus, NJ, RobGoodhall, Richmond,VA, Charles Aftomis,Greensburg, PA,Patricia Jansen,Leesburg, VA, KeithAllen, Collierville, TN,Blackhawk Aamodt,San Jose, CA, Martin& Dragan Tuip,Snoqualmie, WA andJim Reichers, Niwot,CO, all spotted the adand will receive mugs.So, too, will KevinThayer, Abingdon, VA,David Rackich, SimiValley, CA, JohnFranklin, Delaware,OH, Robert Alley,Kennesaw, GA, GregAkin, Abilene, TX,Sean Gabeler, StoneRidge, VA, MarkLibby, Buxton, ME,Ben Stauffer [age11], Lititz, PA, JoshMcLain, Rochester,NH, Racquel Fredie,Dulles, VA. Rule #6affects Greg Toal,Preston Forshee,Jason Sheehy,Rebecca Huth, andBen Bailey.

Kohls teamed upwith Ralph LaurenChaps to sell moreclothes and the twocompanies again fea-ture Land Rovers intheir brochures andsales inserts. LCDRMike Fredie, Dulles,VA, Jim Leach,

Westbury, NY, Randy Kremer, Paramus, NJ,John Kostuch,N, Huntington, PA, GregCoffman, Coshocton, OH, William Leek,Olathe, KS, and Deborah Stephenson all spot-ted the campaign.

The J. L. Powell catalogue of adventureclothes features a Defender 110 on expedition.Larry Goldstock, Boca Raton, FL, ChuckAtchley, Sevierville, TN and BernardMcMahon, Washington, DC, all noted theDefender. Mike McCarthy, Arcadia, FL, alsosent in a Col. Littleton catalogue that featured alate IIA as well.

The mini Boden catalogue also featured atopless Series I. Steve Matt White, Lexington,KY, Jeff Briggs, Meadow Vista, CA, RandyEdgar, Lower Burrell, PA, Reuben Loewen,Kodiak, AK, all spotted the winner. The Babies RUS catalogue includes a Koala Kids t-shirt with aDefender 110 embroidered into the shirt,claimed John DeRosa, Fairfield, CT and ShawnPalmer, Cumming, GA – but it’s an emotional

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stretch to call the embroidering a Defender 110.David Allen, Kansas City, MO, noted that the tailend of a Defender 110 is featured in a safariarcade game. Jacob Smith, Groton, CT, saw aTimberland poster ad with a Series Rover nearthe submarine base in his town.

TV shows always look to put Land Roversonto the screen. Mike Archer, Victoria, BC,Canada, spotted a white Series Rover at work ona monkey rescue farm in the US. “Maybe themonkeys were homesick,” he asked. ChuckVanevenhoven, Yuba City, CA saw the sameepisode. When Oprah interviewed ChalizeTheron (why can’t I get jobs like that? –ed), afilm clip included a Land Rover mobile medicalunit in South Africa, notes Kristin Minner,Carnation, WA.Michael Willaford, Raliegh, NC,found a Range Rover in an episode of Grey’sAnatomy. Fans of Lost who spotted a Defender110 working an archaeological dig include JohnLane, N. Yarmouth, ME, Greg Hollingswoth,Colchester, CT, Robert Alley, Kennesaw, GA,Allan Heggem, Bellingham,WA, and AdamCohen, Red Bank, NJ. The History Channel’sCities of the Underworld had an Italiangovernment D90 and a D110 pickup, reportsBrent Lane, San Diego, CA. NASCAR Angelsworked on a Series II so it could serve as anambulance on an island in the Pacific northwest,notes Andy Draxler, Locust, NJ. Steve Lister,Utica, OH, called the Range Rover Classic thatappeared in Rules of Engagement “beautiful.”Dean Minner, Carnation, WA, noted a RangeRover in commission of a felony on “DisorderlyConduct Video.” Scott Corey, Tallahassee. FL,noted a Defender rolling out of a helicopter in aMilitary Channel program. Todd Miller, Fairburn,GA, watched “Anthony Bourdain, NoReservations,” and saw the celebrity chef in aDefender 110 climbing a dangerous, narrowroad in Italy.

Henry McQueen, Lancaster, PA, found aninteresting link for a Land Rover atwindingroad.com. Steve Hall, Chattanooga, TN,found a nice appreciation of the Land Rover inthe Chattanooga Times. Alex Lapidus, Portland,OR, and Scott Corey, Tallahassee, FL, noted thatwhen Time wanted to note the death of spyPhillip Agee, they found a photo of him inSeries IIA RHD.Walter Reiter, Millersville, MD,noted that when the Baltimore Sun needed adrawing to compliment an opinion piece on off-roading, it chose the nose of a Defender – eventhough the author cites her Toyota 4x4 pickup.

Ben Hirdes, Holland, MI, spied a photothe rear tailgates of an early two door RangeRover RHD in a “Jungle Chic” fashion piece inthe Detroit Times. Brian Riley, Minneapolis,MN, and Michael Fredie, Dulles, VA, noted aLand Rover 90 traveling in the Balkans inAdventure magazine. Curve surfboard carriersused a Defender 90 in it recent Surf magazine ad,notes Eric Kaufman, Hanford, CA. When CondeNast Portfolio wanted to highlight the renegadecareer of Robert Vesco, they found a photo ofhim, a beautiful blonde and their two door RangeRover. Chloe Miller, Fariburn, GA, noted thatJ14 magazine had a photo of Ashley Tisdale fromHigh School Musical with her Range Rover Sport.Aaron Lampshire, Beloit, WI, spotted a posterad at the Mall of America for a Martin + Osa vest

with a Defender 90 in the background. When theiPhone SDK rollout appeared on the web, aSeries vehicle made its way into the demo album,according to Kirk Thibault, Berwyn, PA. LenCater, Brampton, ON, Canada, spotted a LandRover in the television show Walking the Bible.

We’ve seen it before: Yaesu radios put aDefender in their ad in GQ magazine, noted RonWard, Columbus, GA and Ron T., Yellowknife,Northwest Territories, Canada. Warn winch put aDefender 90 in a background shot of theirNorthern Tool catalogue, noted Eric deRochaumbeau, N. Kingston, RI. StephenDickerson, San Diego, CA, noted the Red Oxxads that featured a Series Rover in their “SafariCollection.” Steve Quigley, Flagstaff, AZ, andBen Stauffer, Lititz, PA, saw the Bone Detectivesepisode with the Series Land Rover in it. DeanMinner, Carnation, WA, spotted the D90 in thererun of the Amerprise Financial ad. Cabela’s isback with a Defender 110 in its fly fishingcatalogue, reports Ken Gummerson [see Rule#6]. Richard Fenwick, Ashville, OH, saw thereprise of an American Insurance ad with aSeries II in it.

Dick Newton, Charlestown, RI, saw aMen’s Journal article on safaris in Kenyafeaturing Land Rovers. Jim Knudsen, Dubois,WY, noted that Consumer Reports listed a 1988“Ragerover [sic]” – what accuracy! ChloeMiller, Fairburn, GA, saw the latest HannahMontana movie and noted that “Miley and herachy breaky heart Dad” cavort around in newRange Rover. Albert Moore, Hallsville, TX,spotted a notice in Off Road magazine of a newaudio book version of the Series I London toSingapore book “First Overland.” MurrayLocke, Sandy Hook, KY, noted that an article onpub crawling in Frommers Budget Travel includeDefender.

Steve in New York City celebrated hispurchase of a ’93 NAS Defender 110 by watching“Get Carter” and noted the Series IIA 109” in themovie. Michael Levesque, serving some-where with the Armed Forces, watched the 1967Brit sci fi thriller “They Came From Outer Space”and noted the prominent role of Land Rovers inthe film. John Franklin, Delaware, OH,watched The Memory Keeper’s Daughter andspotted a Series III in the film. Daniel Lee,Portland, OR, noted that an LR3 appears onlinein an online artist’s conception of a new libraryin Battleground, WA.

Many spotters sent in additional Sightingsthat have run in earlier issues: kudos toMichelle Armada, Houston, TX, P.T. Schram,Churubusco, IN, Tom Rowe, Douglasville, GA,James Carr, Elk Grove, CA, Jeff Quinby,Northfield, MN, Nathan Purney, Alexandria, VA,Michael Williams, St. James, NY, SheilaSimmons, Austin, TX, Kyle and Gary Stearns,Sanderstown, RI, Scott Danziger, Wayne, NJ,Tim Silvia, Quantico, VA, Lawrence Mott,Buels Gore, VT, Michael Giovannozzi,Boynton Beach, FL, Randy Kremer, Paramus,NJ, David Lee Hartzell, Carlisle, PA, JimFalin, Kingsport, TN, and Jay Beale,Washington, DC. Thanks to everyone for yourenthusiasm for Land Rovers!

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Walter Reiter IIIMillersville, MD

Dean MinnerCarnation, WA

Randy EdgarLower Burrell, PA

Reuben LoewenKodiak, AK

Jeff BriggsMeadow Vista, CA

Steve Matt WhiteLexington, KY

Mike McCarthyArcadia, FL

Chuck AtchleySevierville, TN

Bernard McMahonWashington, DC

Larry GoldstockBoca Raton, FL

Racquel FredieDulles, VA

Josh McLainRochester, NH

Ben StaufferLititz, PA

Sean GabelerStone Ridge, GA

Mark LibbyBuxton, ME

John FranklinDelaware, OH

Robert AlleyKennesaw, GA

Kevin ThayerAbingdon, VA

David RackichSimi Valley CA

Martin &Dragan TuipSnoqualmie, WA

Jim ReichersNiwot, CO

V. BlackhawkAamodtSan Jose, CA

Patricia JansenLeesburg, VA

Keith AllenCollierville, TN

Rob GoodhallRichmond, VA

Charles AftomisGreensburg, PA

Loic FabroHerndon, VA

Randy KremerParamus, NJ

John RussellSaline, MI

Derek LeathFrontenac, MO

Jorge SheddonFt. Lauderdale, FL

Rudy MinarHarvard, MA

Pat IngramMadreas, OR

Matt JoyceChester, MD

Kevin EyresBeaverton, OR

Graham BrizendineFt. Worth, TX

Colin SpencerKodiak, AK

Allen MinnerCarnation, WA

Greg AkinAbilene, TX

Stephen AndrewsEaston, MD

Chandler ShepardE. Sarasota, FL

Erin CorbettMissoula, MT

Bill TannerDawsonville, GA

Alex AckermannChatham, NJ

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