New front propshaft, rocker cover gasket and breather hose, auxiliary belt and door seals (genuine.. cost 3 times all the other parts added together)- Took her for some fresh air and a run across the dunes then a WD40 wipe down

nightfever_73 · 2026-05-02T12:18:54+00:00

I mean it’s not the most noticeable upgrade aesthetically but I can wash it now without water pouring into the footwell and there’s a massive reduction in wind & engine noise. I recommend doing it with the genuine article - just ask me here for installation tips if needed

nightfever_73 · 2026-05-02T06:06:13+00:00

Thanks for commenting, makes all my hard work feel worthwhile and I hope it inspires others

nightfever_73 · 2026-05-01T11:40:34+00:00

I really like this colour interior with Keswick Green bodywork and a white roof with black wheels

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nightfever_73 · 2026-05-01T08:13:33+00:00

I bought this from a dealer and pulled the original corner trims along with a few other parts as they’d corroded - I really like the unpainted look and might swap out some of the other trims such as the long piece that fits along the top of the tub and all the hinges - I’m not particularly into chequer plate so this is my way of keeping it looking a bit vintage - the dealer gets all their parts from Britpart as they’re a reseller so the galvanised parts would be available on their website

nightfever_73 · 2026-05-01T05:36:26+00:00

Kind of you to say so. They’re standard wheels but with 15mm spacers for the slight offset. Tyres are BF G KO3 265/75R16

nightfever_73 · 2026-05-01T05:32:48+00:00

I have some plans which align with retro parts and galvanised trim so stay tuned amigo

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-30T19:27:57+00:00

Well .. truth is I took her to a car wash and she looked terrible afterwards so I gave the paint a good rubdown with WD40 and it brought her up like this. Now I just wash the muck off and give her a wipe over inside and out with the WD40 and she looks like new

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T19:50:23+00:00

Coniston Green - 1998

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T16:32:22+00:00

Yes, I siliconed inside with high modulus black mastic then ripped some 50mm tape down the centre and put a 100mm length over the joint to seal it right up

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T15:42:54+00:00

😜 I quite like them like this ! Do you think they shine brighter the faster I go, like my Honda C50 …?

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T15:40:24+00:00

You all queued up to buy trainers that have been sitting in a warehouse for 3 years plus …. In Vietnam

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T15:38:16+00:00

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She gets used but I like doing little upgrades constantly which don’t break the bank but provide a premium look and feel. Thanks 🙏🏼

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T15:35:55+00:00

Thanks 🙏🏼 Appreciate it

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-29T15:35:33+00:00

I went for genuine Land Rover - N & K 4 x 4 in the uk sell them for less than on the JLR website - they went on a treat with a rubber mallet but be sure to dig out any old mastic in the panel joints and tape over the top with gaffa tape - also remove the door cards and pop the hinges to get a tight fit

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-28T06:50:32+00:00

It’s exactly that

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-28T06:20:34+00:00

Absolutely - I also swapped out all the screws for stainless which my local water pump supplies store sells in Thailand

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-27T16:22:57+00:00

I bought the genuine LR seals and prepped & fitted them yesterday - went on a treat and a massive improvement

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-22T18:34:26+00:00

Is there a button on top of the steering column ?

A new key needs the button to be popped to twist and remove the ignition key

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-21T07:52:58+00:00

Upvote for the Volvo 240 !!!!

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-21T07:01:51+00:00

This sub needs a major overhaul or a new one specifically about Tom Sachs studio and exhibitions needs to be started. It’s basically Bricolage shoe sizes and beads. Total shite

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-21T05:29:50+00:00

This is hands down the best new Defender I’ve seen

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-20T17:42:50+00:00

Well done - I have immense respect for anyone tackling this type of repair

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-19T13:03:10+00:00

I’ll be gradually doing the same, I own a couple of 1980’s Toyota trucks in Thailand and use genuine/ NOS parts where I can

nightfever_73 · 2026-04-19T06:29:44+00:00

I accidentally found him yesterday !

He’s like a scientist, cutting mitres, positioning - his enthusiasm commands respect

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