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| mrfirepro Member Since: 07 Nov 2020 Location: kent Posts: 219   
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Got everything off the inside bulkhead so that it could be removed
 Click image to enlarge Got the engine, GB and TC out Click image to enlarge Now back in the workshop ready to strip the final items. Click image to enlarge Now thinking about galvanising the chassis, I'd really like to keep this chassis as it's in good codition and I'm mindful of the implications of a new chassis around DVLA. Is it worth galvanising or better to buy a new one???? |
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10th Jan 2021 6:30pm |
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| mikeh501 Member Since: 07 Jan 2013 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1142
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If it’s in fairly decent condition it’s obviously better to get yours galvanised. You might struggle getting someone to do it. If you can collect all your stuff together then do it as a bigger job at the galvaniser that might be best.
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10th Jan 2021 6:37pm |
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| Shroppy Member Since: 25 Feb 2016 Location: Shropshire Posts: 848 
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No reason not to galvanise the chassis you have, but be mindful that any good galvaniser will reject items with even the tiniest amount of paint/grease on them. I'd look into having the chassis chemically stripped to remove all contaminants from inside and out. 1985 127 V8 Build Thread
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10th Jan 2021 6:42pm |
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| blackwolf Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: South West England Posts: 16858 
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If it is a new chassis as opposed to one off another vehicle there should be no implications. |
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10th Jan 2021 7:32pm |
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| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7873 
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You've made a great start!! As for galving... I'd say galv as much as possible!! James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
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10th Jan 2021 11:53pm |
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| mata Member Since: 24 Jan 2014 Location: Manchester Posts: 148 
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Hey Mr Fire Pro!
Just found your thread, fantastic stuff, your Lotus Carlton looks immaculate great work there. Also very jealous of your shed! I've got an defender conversion underway with BMW M57 and ZF 8 speed auto, to be fair it's 'nearly finished'. If you have any questions regarding the ZF or anything else do drop me a line. Keep up the good work! Mat |
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15th Jan 2021 5:38pm |
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| mrfirepro Member Since: 07 Nov 2020 Location: kent Posts: 219
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You may have noticed a change in the title, After talking to various manufacturers/suppliers over the past few months, universally there have been questions over the technical viability of a T56 manual conversion (I know of only 1 that has been done).
The major challenge is making the adapter from the T56 to the LT230, even when suppliers say they can do it, they are probably not aware that the T56 is not 4WD compatible and the adapter though not impossible is a challenge. I know Rakeway have made one but as they will not return my calls or emails thus I’m guessing they are not that interested in making another. The further challenge is that the T56 is 130mm longer that the standards autos used for the normal LS swap, so it's a bit of an unknown as to where everything is going to end up, particularly the gearstick and LT230. Finally, a comment that has been made by nearly all, is that the manual will be less sympathetic to the drive train (I know it's how you drive it as well LOL) and that an auto will probably be more suitable. I'm absolutely no expert and all I can go on are the comments I have received. I've also changed to the more modern LT1 instead of the LS3 as I understand the LS3 is about to stop production. I'm also going for the 8-speed auto (8L90) in truck configuration where there are numerous available adapters. This change is a little more costly, I'm hopeful it will be a smoother ride. Thanks for the kind comments so far. Last edited by mrfirepro on 16th Jan 2021 8:32pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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15th Jan 2021 6:05pm |
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| Linds Hanson Member Since: 16 Jan 2021 Location: Cornwall Posts: 436
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I think you have made a wise choice with engine /trans the manual option always feels like a handful in a high powered Defender particularly under hard acceleration between gear changes. Handling and traction are much improved if the driveline remains loaded during gearchanges as it does with auto trans. I would recommend using a new Marsland galv chassis as these are galv from new and dont have any issues with rust and old paint inside the box sections. Chassis replacement would also remove any accident misalignment worries.
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16th Jan 2021 2:36pm |
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| mrfirepro Member Since: 07 Nov 2020 Location: kent Posts: 219
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Been in touch with Karl at Marsland, just waiting for him to send me an invoice. I cant remember exactly what he called it but I'm getting their "Utility" chassis as it suited to the LT1 mounts which I can get from RW's in the states.
Got the chassis apart from the axles Click image to enlarge Click image to enlarge |
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16th Jan 2021 3:20pm |
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| Likeomg Member Since: 29 Jun 2012 Location: Lake District / Newcastle Posts: 2626 
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This is who I approached for the T56 conversion a while back... the price was £6k+. Actually I just checked my email - £6,670   |
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16th Jan 2021 5:37pm |
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| mrfirepro Member Since: 07 Nov 2020 Location: kent Posts: 219
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Quick Question
Before I butcher the steering lock is there a method for removing the steering column from the bulkhead. |
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19th Jan 2021 10:31am |
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| Defendermatt Member Since: 15 Sep 2016 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 311 
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You will need to drill out the fixing bolts for the ignition barrel/steering lock clamp. They are sheer bolts and you will need new ones to refit it. P/N QRH100030 1989 90 4.3 V8
2012 L405 OF 2014 D4 HSE Lux (SOLD) 2015 90 HT (SOLD) @d9o.mf |
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19th Jan 2021 10:58am |
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| Linds Hanson Member Since: 16 Jan 2021 Location: Cornwall Posts: 436
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The shear bolts can be knocked around with a sharp centre punch
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19th Jan 2021 3:30pm |
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| The Crab Botherer Member Since: 07 May 2020 Location: WIRRAL Posts: 55 
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Me too, totally love them, I hadn't seen one for years and years till about 5 years ago , when they were filming outside our house for "Reg" starring Tim Roth. The guy who was running security had parked his black one opposite our house...very nice motor |
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19th Jan 2021 3:34pm |
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a very understated car 
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