Recent content by JohnnoK

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    Front Axle Adjustment Leaking Seal

    It sounds like the steering knuckles have been previously replaced and not properly set up which will result in a misaligned shaft. There is a tool that is used to ensure correct vertical spacing of the diff tube to the swivel hub so the drive shaft is true. There are a number of videos how-to...
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    Can’t stop a leak

    Mahle are well known, so it should be good.
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    Can’t stop a leak

    Another fix for the seal groove is an SKF Speedi Sleeve.
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    Can’t stop a leak

    Then, try not to seat it all the way in so the lip rides on the clear part of the runner. Alternately, look at SKF SpeediSleeves for a quick fix that doesn't involve machining or major surgery.
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    Programming a remote

    I don't know the Foxwell, but the Hawkeye needs the original Barcoded tag with the 12 digit code that came with the key to program it, the Nanocom uses the 6 digit alphanumerical code on the back of the chip inside the fob.
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    Torque wrench big torque wrench

    You need something like this beastie....
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    My version of a Camel Trophy D1

    If you really want to make the OM60X engines deliver power, look at these guys in Sweden.... https://www.dieselmeken.se/
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    3 Amigos - Help me Hunt!

    I had the 3 Amigos in permanent residence when I bought my Disco and they went away when I replaced the battery and made up a new earth lead from battery to the chassis. I also fitted new terminal clamps at the same time, so earthing was a definite factor on my car.
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    Bumper for new to me D1

    I find this rather nice, and am considering building a similar set up for my D2 to replace my increasingly structurally unsound one. The tinworm is having fun with mine...
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    Need to replace axle seal when doing ball joints?

    Have a look here, the tool is a big, heavy duty G-clamp, basically.
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    R380 differences

    There are variations for different vehicles, with different bellhousings and input shaft lengths, and there are internal differences between the vehicle applications. Having said that, a Disco box will be physically the same as another Disco box, but a P38 box won't fit a Disco or vice versa...
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    How many of you would pay $15,000 for a billet Rover V8 block?

    I can't speak for the TA heads, but this guy can speak for the Wildcat heads... just not very politely... https://www.v8forum.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=15222
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    How many of you would pay $15,000 for a billet Rover V8 block?

    Bolt on, by my understanding. Maybe with minor work, but doable. http://store.yellaterra.com.au/categories/roller-rocker-sets/rover/3500cc-3900cc-v8.html?sort=priceasc