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Classic Tractors |
Shroppy
20th Mar 2024 9:09am
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 23 · Views: 1325 · Subject: Classic Tractors |
I'd also be interested in the 135 or the fergie.... |
[For Sale] Foxwing Tapered Awning Extension Panel (single) |
Shroppy
5th Mar 2024 8:23am
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 3 · Views: 348 · Subject: [For Sale] Foxwing Tapered Awning Extension Panel (single) |
Excellent set up! We have the same RTT.
I am tempted, let me check if they'll work with my foxwing. |
[Wanted] 16" black blindos/dakar |
Shroppy
18th Jan 2024 12:54pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 3 · Views: 455 · Subject: [Wanted] 16" black blindos/dakar |
I have a set of 5 with Cooper Discoverer ST Maxx in 285/75 r16 that I would consider parting with. Drop me a PM and I'll grab some photos. |
[SOLD] Brake pipes and bending tool |
Shroppy
30th Nov 2023 9:48pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 6 · Views: 654 · Subject: [SOLD] Brake pipes and bending tool |
I don't want that, if you could pm me the costs please, we can sort something. |
[SOLD] Brake pipes and bending tool |
Shroppy
30th Nov 2023 8:25am
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 6 · Views: 654 · Subject: [SOLD] Brake pipes and bending tool |
Would you take £10 posted? I'll take this if so please. |
LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Shroppy
16th Nov 2023 6:16pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 3043 · Subject: LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
I don't doubt that the AJ-V8s have their merits, but the lack of aftermarket/standalone support is off putting. Whilst I like a challenge, I'd like to complete the vehicle this decade and so the relat ... |
Puma to LT1/8L90 Restomod |
Shroppy
16th Nov 2023 5:32pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 559 · Views: 122001 · Subject: Puma to LT1/8L90 Restomod |
Paul, I really appreciate your candidness around this. It is especially helpful as I find myself considering a similar engine and gearbox.
Can I ask, what led to the exhaust costing so much? A lac ... |
[For Sale] Parts & Accessories - more added |
Shroppy
15th Nov 2023 3:08pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 26 · Views: 2960 · Subject: [For Sale] Parts & Accessories - more added |
What version are the trucklites? |
LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Shroppy
14th Nov 2023 7:17pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 3043 · Subject: LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Thanks all for your thoughts, to respond to some of them:
M57 - Not off the cards, I'm just not sold on it either. I suppose I'm a little concerned (and mean no offense by this) that they are the P ... |
LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Shroppy
14th Nov 2023 7:25am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 3043 · Subject: LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
If You could find a corvette here and break it, that would be great.
Importing these things is what turned me away
That would be ideal, if a little unlikely I fear Buying a used en ... |
LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Shroppy
14th Nov 2023 7:03am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 3043 · Subject: LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
I would think stronger drive flanges, half shafts, cv's, diffs, transfer box would need to be budgeted for too - depending on how it's driven.
Fortunately this is all in progress, I have the followi ... |
LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
Shroppy
13th Nov 2023 7:47pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 3043 · Subject: LS3 Conversion - what do I need to know? |
To avoid detracting from other threads, I thought it best to start another.
Following some thinking, and more crucially some serious man maths (£still to spend on current build direction + £resal ... |
M57 questions ! |
Shroppy
10th Nov 2023 8:50pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 46 · Views: 4592 · Subject: M57 questions ! |
Agreed, Rover V8s are lovely, just not comparable with modern V8s.
An LS3 is on the cards, but I've yet to see any solid MPG figures and whilst it's not a dealbreaker, I can see it not getting the ... |
M57 questions ! |
Shroppy
10th Nov 2023 1:45pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 46 · Views: 4592 · Subject: M57 questions ! |
Without wishing to hijack this thread:
Starting point: 1985 127, 3.5 V8 (original), but the vehicle is undergoing a full rebuild and I have a new 4.6 and R380 in storage that was originally destine ... |
M57 questions ! |
Shroppy
8th Nov 2023 12:46pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 46 · Views: 4592 · Subject: M57 questions ! |
Following this with interest. Still tempted by an M57 despite geobloke swaying me towards a Td5 when we met earlier in the year |
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