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    Wiper are stripping past the fire wall

    I have a right drive 1988 Defender 110. The wiper on my drivers side has been a little wonky since I got the truck a few years ago. I have replaced the female part and the wiper are a few weeks ago. I got some really nice wiper blades that are very tight in the window. I’ve used them a couple of...
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    1988 fuel tank replacement part number?

    I have a 1988 3 door 110 hard side that i am need to replace the rear fuel tank. I have a front tank under my seat as well that i use daily, but the rear leaks. I have found about 4 different possible part numbers. They are probably all similar or just an old part number, but dont want to...
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    Low pressure leak from tdi injection pump

    I have a slow low pressure fuel drip that seems to be coming from where the head bolts to the body of the injection pump on my 200tdi I installed about 6 months ago. It?s beginning to get a little worse over the last 7500 miles ive driven the last few months. Any idea of a simpler fix than...
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    Looking for a rebuilder for 200tdi turbo

    I have acquired a great 200tdi to replace my 2.5td in my 110. Im doing a mild refurbish and clean up. Turbo looks ok. But I want to rebuild the turbo or purchase a new one if someone has one laying around for a good deal. It's a 200tdi Defender engine top mount turbo. Any recommendations on a...
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    Need 200tdi fan shroud

    I just got my hands on a Defender 200tdi to upgrade my 110. I am going to do a mild refurbish and have found most of the parts and gaskets that I need,but struggling to find a fan shroud for the engine swap. Anybody have any sources for a shroud.?
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    Need a good shipper San Fran>Dallas

    Anybody have a good recommend for a shipping company I have a motor I am buying that's is in the San Francisco area and I need to get it to the Dallas Texas area. Has anyone ever used Uship? I don't need it over night. Just need reputable and secure. Even if it was a couple weeks to get...
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    LEAKY 2.5TD CAV

    My 2.5td cav injection pump is leaking out the bottom. Does anyone know a reasonable rebuilder? its still starting perfectly, but loosing top end on hills I will be going to a 200tdi at some point, but wanted a little more out of the little 2.5. thoughts?
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    Starting suggestions after fuel filter change

    I know this is an age old discussion, but this is my first time to change a fuel filter on my 1988 2.5td. I have ordered a new one so I wanted a pre emptive strike on how to properly get it primed and started again. I made the mistake of opening the drain plug and just letting a little water...
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    Parking brake sticking

    I have the older style parking brake that has the rod/piston actuator. It has been working perfectly,but I pulled a little to hard in my haste the other day and heard a small pop. It then went all the way up. When I release the hand brake it doesn't seem to let completely go. I have now taken...
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    what should the running temp of 2.5td be?

    I have a 2.5td that i finally have dialed in running well. I live in Texas and summer heat is upon us. My question is... what is the proper running temp. running around town in cooler weather under 80 degrees the gauge stays in the center, maybe a little past that. In these hotter temps on...
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    How many Defenders/Series in the US

    I get asked all the time 1.what are you driving driving and 2.how many of those are in the states. Anyone have any stats? How many Defenders? How many Series?
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    2.5td Need help with pin adjustment on split diaphragm

    Had fuel leakage from split diaphragm. Got the part went to replace it and the old one was totally destroyed and the nut was just completely loose and laying in there when I removed the cover. Diaphragm was totally torn. So. I didn't have a base line to go from when I removed it. I put it back...
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    Best rear tire carrier?

    I have a 2 door hardtop 110. I need to add a rear tire carrier that moves with the door so anyone sitting in back can open the rear door to get out. Suggestions ?
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    Looking for working 2.5td wastegate actuator

    My turbo wastegate actuator has given up the ghost. That part for the 2.5td new seems to be 10 times the price of a 200tdi actuator. If anyone has a good used one I could purchase or know where I can get a reasonabley price new. I would be grateful I just don't want to have to try and build a...
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    2.5td Turbo waste gate fuel spray

    1988 110 2.5td. I have some fuel seepage coming out of plunger area of the turbo wastegate while running I think there may be a hole in the injector pump diaphragm,but not being as familiar with this motor or a mechanic. I'm not sure what's going on Can anyone speak to this?
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