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CONTENTS 

LAND ROVER CLASSIC PARTS / 4-5 

3 Letters to the Editor 

6 My Rover is a Dog 

by Denise McCluggage 

EXMOOR TRIM / 8-9 

9 Memories of a IIA 

by Harvey Griger 

14 Robison on Rovers 

by John Robison 

EXTERIOR / 10-13 

20 The Finest Experience 

by Mike Koch 

26 The Stories That Land Rovers can Tell 

by John Poole 

OFF-ROAD / 16-19 

34 Burkes Corner 

by Bill Burke 

44 Sweet Land Rover 

by Mike Thede 

SUSPENSION / 28-32 

50 Behind the Steering Wheel 

by Jeffrey B. Aronson 

52 An Evolution of Success 

by Josh Williams 

62 Sightings 

MECHANICAL / 36-44 

HELLA / 50-51 

WIPER ARMS - BLADES / 57-61 

PUBLICATION 

The Rovers North News is a publication of Rovers North, Inc. 

Publisher: Mark Letorney 

Editor: Jeffrey B. Aronson 

Designer: Matthew Martin 

©2008 Rovers North Inc. 

This publication may not be reproduced without the 

express written permission of Rovers North Inc. 

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Prices subject to change without notice. 

Rovers North is not held liable for typos & or omissions. 

Sightings submissions may be sent to our above address 

or email to sightings@roversnorth.com

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 

Dear Editor 

Louise Orlando’s “Born Free Redux” articles were very inspiring. My 

daughter, Jocelynn, the college student/writer is my major supporter of me 

getting my Land Rover and already shares in my passion for it. She bought 

me a subscription to the Overland Journal for Christmas. After she read up 

on their website and Louise's article, she emailed me that we should take 

our 88 on a cross continent trip someday. It was pretty cool. Thanks for the 

great magazine, Jeff. It is really informative. 

Jeff Pearl 

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 

[Glad you enjoy the magazine! The Rovers North Forum is filled with 

compliments and kudos about Louise and Andrew’s adventure in 

Africa. We look forward to your adventures with Jocelynn in the future! 

–ed] 

Dear Editor, 

Last Rovers North News, LED parking, indicator, etc. lights were mentioned 

and I wanted to share my experience on fitting them to my Series II. 

A Canadian company offered a very business-like kit made especially 

for Land Rovers containing 8 lights: 4 amber indicators, 2 white running or 

parking lights, and 2 stop lights, plus a flasher unit rated for LED indicators. 

The kit cost $295 US. 

“Purists” might turn up their noses at these units. Although they are 

the same diameter as the standards Rover units, they are more puckshaped, 

they are far brighter, consume less power and are fully sealed 

against the elements. They do not look like they will rust out. 

Cooper Technica, Goose Island, Chicago, swapped them out for me 

and the job seemed quite straight forward. Next, I hope to fit LED’s to my 

instrument cluster, too. 

Cheers, 

Glenn Shriver 

Chicago, IL 

[Thanks for the suggestion, Glenn. They do make it easier to be seen in 

contemporary traffic conditions –ed.] 

Dear Rovers North, 

I would like you to know how much I enjoyed reading the most recent 

Rovers North News. I do feel badly about Land Rover’s Christmas layoffs. 

However, the circumstances led to the addition of an ’08 LR3 to my collection 

of Landys for $17,000 below sticker. The LR3 joins a ’66 109”, 

a Defender 90 and an ’08 Range Rover. It’s a happy family. 

Joe Arvay 

Mendham, NJ 

[No question that this is a great time to invest in a Land Rover. Should 

you ever need a driver for one of those fantastic Rovers of yours, just 

let me know! –ed] 


Thank you for shipping my new starter motor. I really appreciate it and your 

fine service that keeps me coming back to Rovers North. Thank you and 

please extend my warmest wishes to all at Rovers North. 

Myron Erickson 

[Thanks for the kind words and for your avid participation in the Land 

Rover community –ed]. 


We have a 2004 Discovery – the last Discovery – and we love it very 

much. We had a 1999 Discovery before this one. I wish Land Rover had 

continued with the Discovery platform – to me the LR3 is just too big and 

too complicated. I look forward to receiving your magazine – keep up the 

good work! 

John Stine 

Briarcliff Manor, NY 

[Based on the number of Discoverys that show up at Land Rover off 

road events, lots of enthusiasts share your delight with the Discovery. 

The LR3 platform does have fantastic on road capabilities and it 

enabled Land Rover to produce the hugely successful Range Rover Sport 

–ed.] 


I have been a Land Rover owner for over 28 years. I’m currently serving my 

second tour in Iraq with the Marine Corps and have been surprised at not 

seeing that many Land Rovers this time. However, I did see a 110 extended 

cab while I was at the Al Asad Marine Corps Base in Anbar Province. It is 

owned by one of the many civilian contractor companies working for the 

government. I will continue to keep my eyes open and count down the days 

until I can drive my Discovery again. Thank for all the great support you 

give to the ever growing Land Rover community. 

MSgt. James Dupont 

Garden City, NY 

[Thank you for your continued service in the Marine Corps. We look 

forward to your safe return home –ed.] 

Dear Editor, 

I am writing about a fascinating 60 Minutes episode on a baby elephant 

orphanage in Kenya. 

Ivory from animals killed by poachers may now be sold on international 

market. With the partial lifting of the ban on ivory sales, the killing of 

elephants has increased substantially. A baby elephant will often die within 

24 hours of the death of its mother, so this organization takes them from 

the wild to raise them. This organization uses their Series Land Rovers in 

support of their work rescuing the babies, nursing them back to health and 

towards longer survival. It was great to see them at work. 

Thomas McNerney 

Williamsport, PA 

[It sounds like a very moving story. Series Land Rovers are perfect vehicles 

for remote driving situations: rugged, capable and field-repairable 

–ed] 


Just received my first issue of the Rovers North News. Loved it! What year is 

the QE I on the cover? Is it a Series III? 

Henry Vidal 

Miami Beach, FL 

[The Rover on the cover is a 1966 Series II-A. The Series III had a “modern” 

plastic grill –ed] 

P 

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RANGE ROVER CLASSIC PARTS / 1987-1995 

Dome Lamp Bulb 

RNE623 

Dome Lamp Bulb 1987-’95 

List $6.50 Our Price $4.64 

Driving Lamp Switch 

County Decal 

BTR8572SUA 

“County” “Decal - Sorrell Brown” 

1994 on 


Shift Lever Graphics 

RNE691 

Driving Lamp Switch, 1995 


Interior Light Switch 

BTR9924LNF 

Shift Lever Graphics 

Illumination Unit 1995 


Front & Rear Lock Button 

RNE684 

Interior Light Switch, 1995 


Seat Heated Pad 

JRC1775RUN 

Front and Rear Lock Button, 1989-’94 

List $7.96 Our price $5.45 

Door Seal 

RNI129 

Left Hand Front Seat Bottom 

Heated Pad, 1992-’95 


Grille Vent Facia 

LR006596 

Black Right Hand Front Door Seal, 4 Door 


Exterior Door Handle 

BTR5383 

Right Hand Grille Vent Facia 

from VIN #PA629096 


Tailgate Decal - Silver 

RNF768 

“County LWB” 

“Tailgate Decal - Silver” 1994 ON 


Tailgate Decal - Black 

MTC9114 

Right Hand Rear Outer Door Handle 

1987 & 1988 Up to VIN #JA351032 


Coin Tray Mat 

MUC2498RUN 

Coin Tray Mat - Bokhara 

From VIN #KA351033 


Front Headliner Grab Handle 

BTR7036PME 

“County LWB” 

“Tailgate Decal - Black” 1994 ON 


Tailgate Decal - Silver 

MUC5486LUM Front Headliner Grab 

Handle From VIN #KA351033 


Heater Control Knob 

RNF767 

“County” 

“Tailgate Decal - Silver”, 1994 ON 


RND416 

Heater Control Knob, 1989 

Up To VIN #KA399972 


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RANGE ROVER CLASSIC PARTS / 1987-1995 

Fuse Box Cover 

RND235 

Fuse Box Cover - Bokhara, 1987-’91 


Tailgate Lifting Tab 

SAVE 

On everything CLASSIC 

Fuel Door Switch 

MWC1654 

Tailgate Lifting Tab, 1987-’95 


Door Pull 

PRC7130 

Fuel Door Switch, 1991-’94 


Fuse Box Label 

MXC1306AUK 

Door Pull -Tan, 1989-’95 


Drivers Side Door Pull 

RNB285 

Fuse Box Label, 1992 


Wiper Washer Switch 

MXC1306LNF 

Drivers Side Door Pull Insert, 1995 LWB 


Lock knob 

RNE712 

Wiper Washer Switch 

From VIN #MA483959 


Fresh Air Intake Center Grille Vent Facia 

MXC4738LNF 

Lock Knob Escutcheon - Ash Grey 

1987-’89 Up To VIN #KA374641 


Front Wiper Arm 

RNH891 

Front Wiper Arm, 1987-’89 


Upper Speedo Cable 

BTR5382 

1993 - ‘95 from PA629096 


Rear Side Lens Left Hand 

RNB090 

Left Hand Rear Side Lens 

1987-’95 


A/C Expansion Valve 

RNE914 

Upper Speedo Cable Up To 

VIN #KA399972 


Front Wiper Arm 

RNH621 

A/C Expansion Valve 

From VIN #KA351033 TO VIN #RA647649 


Relay ABS Pump 

RNH892 

Front Wiper Arm, 1990 ON 


RNE711 

Relay ABS pump, '90-'95 


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5

My Rover 

is a Dog 

By Denise McCluggage 

{Denise McCluggage is an award-winning automotive journalist 

and photographer, and a winning racing and rally driver 

on three continents. Her published works include books on 

driving and skiing. She is a regular columnist for AutoWeek 

and a contributor to other magazines and websites. She 

writes about automotive matters for the Santa Fe New 

Mexican, now her hometown newspaper after a 1978 move 

from Sugarbush in Vermont –ed.] 

As a rally driver for the Rover factory in the early 60s (3-liter Rover 

sedan) I met the man who created the first Land Rover. At dinner one 

night he told the story of how they took some GI Jeep discards, 

lengthened the wheel base and built the prototype. 

Time masks his name, but memory and imagination plays back 

bright star bursts from a cutting tool chopping the frame of an olive 

drab Jeep some departing Yank left in a Sussex lane before dashing 

home to a rusted basketball hoop on an Indiana barn. I see the Brits 

welding in a length of steel, standing back and saying: “That looks 

about right.” 

And did George Washington chop down a cherry tree? No. But 

the Land Rover did get built and a few years later – 1965 actually – 

I owned one. 

I had built a house in Vermont just off the road to a new ski area 

called Sugarbush. The track up to my house departed the main road 

at right angles, proceeded steeply for about a hundred yards, then 

steepened more, then ended abruptly in a sharp right turn into a 

parking area by my house. Challenge enough on a bright summer 

day but merging with impossible when glazed by an ice storm or 

whitened with a heavy crust of snow. 

I can’t remember which car I had at that moment, the Mini or 

the Lancia Fulvia, but either was as out of place on a Vermont 

hillside as a Skylark in a counting house. Front-wheel drive has its 

advantages on snowy roads but let that road tilt upwards in serious 

degrees and the advantage disappears. The car’s weight is shifted aft 

away from the drive wheels and traction wanes just as its need is 

truly felt. I must say my backing-up-at-speed skills, with the weight 

now over the drive wheels, grew with relentless practice. 

However steering is still best done by the wheels that lead. I needed 

four-wheel drive. 

At a New York auto show David E. Davis, Jr. [then - editor of 

Car and Driver –ed.] and I had decided that we both wanted Land 

Rovers in school-bus yellow. I beat him to it. The Land Rover 

I bought was square and purposeful and whispered of adventure. 

It was a trench coat of a vehicle with the equivalent of D-rings and 

epaulets and a belt you tied instead of using the buckle. 

But this Land Rover was desert tan in color. I left it with a paint 

shop when I went to Europe on a skiing story. I returned to find it 

the color of a carnival ear of corn. I could have sprinkled salt on it. 

Perfect. The amount $135, maybe less, jumps to mind. But realize 

the entire vehicle seemed very costly to me at something around 

$3000. Such a different world was the mid-1960’s. 

That the color was indeed that of a school bus was amply 

demonstrated one afternoon when I descended my hill and turned 

toward town. I felt or heard a recurrent thump so I pulled to the 

shoulder and clambered down to check for a low tire. Raising my 

head I discovered cars stopped in both directions. I hastened to 

regain my seat and get underway. The thump was just packed snow. 

The Land Rover got me up my troublesome hill though not 

always all the way – it was that increase in pitch two-thirds the way 

up that could toss a monkey wrench. If more than six inches of wet 

snow accumulated before my contract snow-plow guy came by it was 

chancy that I could make the top with one pass. Or even two or 

three. Four was pointless. Might as well park it in the field below 

and trudge up by booted foot.

If the first try failed I would, on the next ones, carefully avoid 

my earlier tire tracks. Used snow instantly took on the glaze of a 

skating rink and offered no bite at all. And that would foil what I had 

determined by experience to be the most successful formula: 

third-gear high-range, heavy beginning throttle. As altitude was 

gained I’d gradually ease off the gas to avoid any risk of breaking 

loose. Traction must never be broken. Ideally that last right turn 

toward the house was done in a near coast. Exhale. 

I had, however, discovered if on that final third of the hill I 

sensed that both power and traction were running low, and clearly I 

wanted to avoid sliding backwards (a ditch that once caught out even 

Swedish rally champion, Erik Carlsson and his Saab lined one side 

of my track, a growth of small birch the other) I could grab the hand 

brake, twirl the steering and miraculously switch ends in the space 

of the Rover’s footprint. It had to be done rapidly and timed right – 

just at the secession of upward motion – grab, twirl, and suddenly 

the nose would be pointing downhill. That offered some semblance 

of a controlled descent; far better than a brakes-on backward slide. 

One night I was approaching home during a snowfall. For some 

reason I had a car-load of strangers, three friends of friends from 

down country, one a Californian I think. Oh no, the plow had not 

come. But I yakked on as I went into Climb Formula and began my 

run for the top. Maybe it was the extra weight but we were only about 

twenty feet short of the top when I knew we were not going to make 

it. Instinctively I grabbed and twirled, still talking, and headed back 

down hill. Then I sensed held breaths and looked around at mouths 

gaping to chest level. I suppose I should have alerted them. Maybe it 

was the headlights cutting a bright slash across the trees as we 

pirouetted to aim back the way we had come. 

On the Run Two we made it (in silence) - I picked up some roughness 

at the road’s edge - but my passengers didn’t resume breathing 

until we were inside and had a fire going. 

When I couldn’t make the hill I left the Rover in the field next to 

whatever other car I had then – a Mini (first a Cooper then a Moke) 

or the pretty Lancia. They were my clear-road dinghies that took 

me to New York or Montreal. The Land Rover was not an ideal 

distance driver. 

Nor was it really a good cold-weather vehicle. I mean the 

roof-over-roof design was called a “Safari roof.” Glean any 

temperature hints from that? And the body was aluminum and lots of 

glass. Great “R’ factors there. That and Vermont winters were a lot 

for an English heater to cope with. 

O.K., so the engine always started even in the deepest chill. That 

accomplishment was assisted by a plug-in dipstick heater that kept 

the motor oil somewhat more fluid than Jello. But the secret really 

was that handy gadget stored behind the front seats - a hand crank. 

Once I left the Land Rover at the Amtrak station in Waterbury and 

took a train to New York shortly after that service was inaugurated. 

Returning, we Vermont passengers all de-trained in the night 

breathing misty clouds like cartoon conversations. Fresh snow 

sparkled in the splash of the station lights. It crunched underfoot. 

Breathing was like inhaling razor blades. Even before I left the 

thermometer had not topped zero for weeks and while I was gone 

it had found fifty below. 

As I brushed the dry light snow away from all the windows, 

I could hear the fruitless UR-UR-Ur-urrrr of engines trying to turn 

over and fading to silence. Smugly I freed my crank, inserted it 

through the keyhole at the front of the Rover, felt it seat and leaned 

into turning it. And I turned it and turned it more, feeling the 

resistance. I could sense the pistons moving in the cylinders, the 

crank churning the oil, stirring it to fluidity. My intention was not to 

start the engine with the crank. I had heard tales of cranks kicking 

back and breaking arms. I only wanted to ease the task of the starter. 

I got in, turned the key. And all heads snapped toward my roaring, 

white cloud breathing school-bus yellow beast. The Land Rover was 

the only thing rolling that night. 

But I hated it most mornings. The doors were often frozen shut. 

A hairdryer on a long cord could clear the key hole and ease the way 

to pull the door open on creaking hinges. Starting was easy enough 

but the seat was gelid, the steering wheel a gingerly two-finger 

matter. I would be well to my destination before the heater breathed 

something recognizable as warmth. Much later genuine sheepskin 

seat covers and a shaggy sheepskin cover for the steering wheel 

solved some chilling problems but before then I thought I had 

stumbled across a great idea. I saw an ad in a camping magazine for 

a catalytic heater to keep a tent if not toasty at least tolerable. Safe, 

simple. I ordered one. If it worked for a tent why not a Land Rover? 

I read the instructions, and felt the glow of its warm little heart as I 

set it on the floor in the rear between the facing seats. 

The next morning my anticipation was as high as on a childhood 

Christmas. I dashed out to the Rover to experience what I hoped 

would be a – a – oh, crikey! I discovered, what is that phrase 

“Unintended consequences?” 

I had not known that moisture is inherent in the use of this sort 

of heater. Moisture on cold surfaces freezes. Every surface inside the 

Land Rover was cold, ergo that morning every surface was solid with 

cold white ice. The windows on the inside were opaque with a 

quarter inch of the stuff. The seats were hard pillows of white ice; the 

steering wheel was thickened with white ice, the dash board was 

invisible beneath white ice. Even the head liner was cold and white. 

Slowly, sadly I removed the failed heater, acquired a light 

hammer and chisel and began to free my Land Rover from the cold, 

deep grip of a miserably failed idea. Probably didn’t take more than 

an hour or two. 

When I first got my yellow beast I had christened it with a 

“vanity” license plate: “DOG.” Then I could announce to 

appropriate groans that I had a Rover named Dog. I still have the 

plate. The Land Rover itself was irretrievably yielding to the heavy salt 

of Vermont’s winter highways. Yes, the body was aluminum and 

immune from that corrosion, but that part of the vehicle that wasn’t 

aluminum seemed doubly vulnerable. I could watch the salted 

highway slip by beneath my feet. When I noticed that the steering box 

was about to depart its moorings I sold my Land Rover for parts. 

I bought a Subaru BRAT for my 4x4 get-up-the-hill transport; 

a better heater but less than half the drama- and none of the history. 

P 

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INTERIOR / EXMOOR TRIM DEFENDER SEATS, RE-TRIM KITS 

All Defender ExmoorTrim 

is NOW 10% off 

RNES01 RNES02 RNES03 

Elite Seat 

A higher back for superior comfort & support. 

Convienient rear pocket. 

Advanced Lumbar support. 

Reclining back rest. 

Adjustable twin stalk headrest 

Raised side bolsters for extra hold 

Removable seat base 

Optional Heating 

Optional Lumbar 

Easy to install 

Sold in pairs 

SALE 

SALE PRICE 

RNES01 Elite Seat with heat Lumbar, Moorland ....$ 1795.95 

RNES02 Elite Seat with heat Lumbar, Black............$ 1895.95 

RNES03 Elite Seat with heat Lumbar, Twill Vinyl ....$ 1795.95 

2 3 4 

17 LAND ROVER 

FABRIC CHOICES 

AVAILABLE 

Seat Assembly Defender 90, 110 

SALE PRICE 

EX9705 Seat Assembly, RHF, Twill Vinyl ......................$ 539.00 

EX9721 Seat Assembly, LHF, Twill Vinyl.......................$ 539.00 

EX9710 Seat Assembly, RHF, Moorland.......................$ 629.00 

EX9726 Seat Assembly, LHF, Moorland .......................$ 629.00 

EX9606NAS Seat Assembly, NAS, RHF, Car Denim Vinyl .$ 569.00 

EX9605NAS Seat Assembly, NAS, LHF, Car Denim Vinyl..$ 569.00 

EX9718 Seat Assembly, RHF, Black Leather...............$ 795.95 

EX9734 Seat Assembly, LHF, Black Leather ...............$ 795.95 

EX9703 Seat Assembly, RHF, Black Vinyl....................$ 529.00 

EX9719 Seat Assembly, LHF, Black Vinyl ....................$ 529.00 

EX9704 Seat Assembly, RHF, Dark Grey Vinyl ............$ 529.00 

EX9720 Seat Assembly, LHF, Dark Grey Vinyl.............$ 529.00 

1 

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2 

Seat Trim Kit Defender 90, 110 

A comprehensive DIY re-trim kit with everything you need to 

completely reupholster one front Defender seat. Includes new 

foam cushions and outer upholstery for seat bottom & back. 

Aerosol adhesive included. 

SALE PRICE 

RNA5700 1994 NAS 90, Car Denim vinyl with Black backing. 

(does not include rear pocket or head rest).........$ 229.00 

RNA5600 1995 - 1997, Twill vinyl with Grey backing 

(does not include rear pocket) .............................$ 229.00 

EX6324 Black Vinyl..........................................................$ 179.00 

EX6325 Dark Grey Vinyl..................................................$ 179.00 

EX6331 Moorland ............................................................$ 179.00 

EX11858 Black Leather.....................................................$ 399.95 

EX11859 Grey Granite Leather ........................................$ 399.95 

EX9969 

3 

Seat Heater Kits sold in pairs. 

(includes wiring loom & Hi/Low Switches)...........$ 199.00 

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Elephant Hide Vinyl 

Series Models 1959-‘67 

Moorlands Cloth Faced 

NAS Station Wagon 90/110 

Car Denim Vinyl 

NAS Models 1994 

Twill Vinyl 

1995 NAS Soft Top & all 1997 Models 


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INTERIOR / EXMOOR TRIM FRONT DOOR TRIM, FRONT DOOR PANEL 

(A) Interior Front Door Trim RH & LH Set 

RNA4600 Series IIA, III Interior RH & LH front 3 piece door trim set 

(Includes mounting hardware) ...........................................$ 299.00 

EX6284 Elephant Hide Vinyl door trim set with pockets. 

Left and Right sides. Built with Series III style door 

retainer slots. .........................................................................$ 298.00 

(B) Interior Front Door Panel RH+LH Set 

RNA4700 This door panel set is manufactured to fit 2 piece front doors 

on Land Rover Series III and Defender 90 vehicles fitted with anti-burst 

door latches. Replicas of the original that are NLA, these panels do not 

come with the speaker area precut to allow for varying sizes. 

(Includes mounting hardware & instructions) ...................................$ 379.00 

B 

RNA4600 Half set shown above 

EX6284 Elephant Hide Vinyl swatch shown below. 

RNA4700 Half set shown 

Cut your own speaker holes to fit your speakers. 

Supplied solid as shown. 

[Harvey Geiger, Hilton Head, SC, is a columnist and contributor to Car 

Collector magazine. Of the dozens of classic cars he’s owned, he remembers this 

Land Rover most fondly –ed] 

When I moved to 

Warren, Vermont 

in 1964 my rented 

house had no 

lawn or garden 

and my ride was 

a new Series IIA 

The Blue Bird Special Wedding Wagon awaits Trent and Heidi 88”. I thought that 

Smith in front of the Waitsfield United Church circa 1968. a flower garden 

would be a nice touch and perhaps attract the ladies. Where to place 

it and how to show it off? I noticed that along the edges of the back 

roads of Vermont there was a wonderful seasonal display of daisies 

and patches of vibrant day lilies sprinkled throughout. They seemed 

to be tolerant of road salt and oils, and were constantly buffeted by 

the wind of passing cars and trucks. In one of those wonderful 

moments of clarity (this was the ‘60s) I had a revelation that instead 

of passing by the roadside flora, it should whizz along with me in the 

bed of my “Blue Bird” Series IIA. 

Family owned by enthusiasts since 1979 

Memories of a IIA Story & Photo by Harvey Geiger 

During that summer most ladies were going topless at the swimming 

holes on Mad River and my Landy joined the crowd. I fitted 

her out with a tailgate and appropriated some soil from the side of 

Route 100 to partially fill the back bed. I carried a folding army 

shovel and now-and-again would pause and dig up some roadside 

botany for my growing flower garden. I discovered that I could water 

the garden with the hose at home or at Hap’s, our local gas 

station, and control the amount of sun/shade by choosing my 

parking location. 

The garden was a great success and I would vary it as the summer 

progressed. It would have been a dandy addition as a flower 

wagon for a funeral procession, but my generation was not in the 

dying phase but busy making babies. So it became a vehicle of 

choice for weddings within my group of friends. For the second season 

I planted my Landy Garden in removable boxes which could be 

slipped out, and placed upon my stone wall. Each box contained a 

unique planting and although I did not attempt corn, I had great 

agricultural success. I didn’t try my luck at a farmer’s market, but 

perhaps it would prove to be great marketing gimmick to sell produce 

“Grown on the Roads of Vermont” Just imagine a truck garden 

in your own driveway! 

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EXTERIOR / MIRRORS, TAILGATES 

(A) Defender (B) Defender (C) Defender (D) Series II, IIA, III 

RNE314 

RNH716 

RNI127 

RNF260 

(E) Series II, IIA, III (F) Series II, IIA, III (G) Series II, IIA, III (H) Defender 

RNF259 PLB905 

ARM2 RNE380 

(A) Standard Size Defender Mirror Assembly 

RNE314 

5” x 8” Convex glass w/ 6 inch long Boomerang Arm. 

Also fits all Series II, IIA, III Land Rovers by fitting Defender hinges. 

Call for details ...................................................................................$ 39.95 

(B) Extra Large Defender Mirror Assembly 

RNH716 




(C) Extra Large Defender Mirror & Arm Assembly 

RNI127 




(D) 6” x 10” Series Mirror Head 

RNF260 6” x 10” Convex mirror for Series II, IIA, III .................................$ 13.99 

(E) 5” x 7” Series Mirror Head 

RNF259 5” x 7” Convex mirror for Series II, IIA, III ...................................$ 12.50 

(F) Series Interior Mirror 

PLB905 Series II, IIA, III.................................................................................$ 14.90 

(G) 8 1/2” Mirror Arm 

ARM2 

Mounts to wing top & IIA hinges with mirror mount 

fits RNF259, RNF260..........................................................................$ 14.50 

(H) Defender Interior Mirror 

RNE380 Rear view mirror, Defender 90, 

attaches to windscreen, Genuine .................................................$ 45.50 

(I) Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit 

for your Range Rover Classic 

This do-it-yourself kit is a permanent and economical fix for your rusty tailgate lid. 

Kit includes corrosion-proof aluminum frame pieces finished in matte black. 

Hardware and instructions included. 

PLH514 

All-Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit for 

Range Rover Classic........................................................................$ 489.00 

(J) Don’t feel like putting it together yourself? 

Buy it pre-assembled with the glass 

already installed. 

Corrosion proof, all aluminum tailgate lid for Range Rover Classic. Comes assembled 

with Genuine glass and hardware. Does not include exterior handle, latches, hinges, 

central locking mechanism or brake light. 

PLB171A Pre-assembled Aluminum Tailgate Lid .........................................$ 699.00 

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PLH514 

PLB171A 

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(A) Defender 90 Surrey Top 

Enjoy open air driving with protection from the sun with our Surrey Top. Manufactured 

to OE specifications. 

PLD279 Surrey Top, black................................................................................$ 369.00 

(B) High Quality Series II-III Canvas Tops 

PLB754 88” Green, full length with windows...............................................$ 489.90 

PLB752 88” Sand, full length with windows ................................................$ 499.95 

PLB753 88” Black, full length with windows ...............................................$ 588.00 

PLB763 109” Green, full length with windows.............................................$ 559.00 

PLB761 109” Sand, full length with windows ..............................................$ 579.00 

PLB778 88” Green, 3/4 length, w/o side windows ......................................$ 388.45 

PLB769 109” Green, 3/4 length, w/o side windows ....................................$ 395.95 

High Quality Series II-III Galvanized Hoop sets 

Our full length galvanized hoop sets sold with all hardware required except door seals 

and fasteners. (Not pictured) 

PLF550 Full 88” Hoop set ................................................................................$ 549.94 

PLF549 Full 109” Hoop set ..............................................................................$ 749.00 

(C) Superior Quality Defender 90 Fabric Soft Top 

Everything you wanted in a custom soft top for your Defender 90 is here. Constructed 

with superior quality black fabric it will not fade, shrink or crack like the original. 

Year after year this top will look as good as the day you first put it on. Superior 

features include: weather secure door seals, heavy duty zippers & large HD 

Permaclear windows for improved visibility. An awesome fit on your existing belt rail 

system, this top ends the headaches of stretching and prying and keeps you dry and 

happy when the weather is foul. Includes three zip out windows, carrying pack and 

instructions. 

RNA90ST01 1994 - ’97 D90 Soft Top.......................................................................$ 2199.00 

RNE245 1994 Defender 90 Belt Rail Kit*........................................................$ 79.50 

RNE246 1994 Defender 90 Tailgate Bar Kit* .................................................$ 74.00 

* The 1994 Defender 90 Soft Top is equipped from the factory with snaps and requires 

a belt rail and tailgate bar kit to be installed to use this top. 1995 and 1997 Defender 90 

Soft top models do not require this kit. 

(D) Defender 90 Soft Top - Half Bimini Style 

RNH991 ...............................................................................................................$ 195.00 

(E) Genuine Land Rover Mud Flaps 

RNA652 Range Rover Classic (flap only), Front or Rear (each).................$ 24.50 

RNB307 Discovery I with running boards, Front, (pair w/hardware) .......$ 59.90 

RNA648 Discovery I (styled w/logo), Front, (pair w/hardware) .................$ 62.95 

RNA649 Discovery I Rear kit, (pair w/hardware) .........................................$ 59.95 

RNB301 Range Rover 38A 4.0/4.6, Front, (pair) .............................................$ 139.00 

RNB308 Range Rover 38A 4.0 / 4.6, ’95-96, Rear, (pair) ...............................$ 138.00 

RNB317 Range Rover 38A 4.0 / 4.6, ’97-on, Rear, (pair)...............................$ 139.00 

RND231 Discovery II - RH (flap only), Front or Rear, (each).......................$ 32.50 

RND232 Discovery II - LH (flap only), Front or Rear, (each)..... ..................$ 32.50 

RNF252 Defender 90, 110, Front, (pair) .........................................................$ 119.50 

RNK015 Defender 90 NAS, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair) ..............................$ 149.00 

RNK014 Defender 110 All, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair)................................$ 99.50 

RNB704 Series 88, 109 Reg, Rear (styled w/logo), (pair).............................$ 69.00 

E 

EXTERIOR / WINDSCREEN KITS, RADIATOR MUFFS, SOFT TOPS, MUD FLAPS 

A 

PLD279 

B 

PLB752 

C 

D 

Surrey Top 

Canvas Top 

Soft Top 

RNA90ST01 

Half Bimini 

HIGHEST 

QUALITY 

BEST 

PRICES 

RNA649 

RNA648 

RNH991 


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EXTERIOR / TIRE COVERS, BLACKOUT KITS 

A 

B 

RNTCSBL 

Series on Safari 

Tire Cover 

RNE387 

Land Rover Logo 

Tire Cover 

C 

RNTCRBL 

Rhino 

Tire Cover 

E 

D 

RNTCEBL 

Elephant 

Tire Cover 

(A) Land Rover 88” Series on Safari Tire Cover 

RNTCSAL 

RNTCSBL 

Tire Cover, 29” standard tire 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 

255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .................................................$ 69.50 

Tire Cover, 32” large tire 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 

235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 69.50 

(B) Land Rover Logo Tire Cover 

RNE387 

RNE386 


255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .................................................$ 65.50 


235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 65.50 

(C) Land Rover Rhino Tire Cover 

RNTCRAL 

RNTCRBL 


255/75x16” and 255/55x18” .................................................$ 69.50 


235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 69.50 

(D) Land Rover Elephant Tire Cover 

RNTCEAL 

RNTCEBL 


255/75x16”and 255/55x18” ..................................................$ 69.50 


235/85x16” and 265/75x16” .................................................$ 69.50 

(E) Blackout Kit 

Essential for nighttime off-road driving safety, the Blackout Kit bonnet 

decal increases visibility by eliminating the glare from roof mounted driving 

lamps. Land Rover decal sold separate. 

PLH622 Discovery II Blackout Kit................................................$ 69.00 

PLH623 Discovery I Blackout Kit .................................................$ 69.00 

RNF254 Land Rover Decal as shown (RNF254).........................$ 10.36 

Les Parker of 

Rovers North 

chose the Series on 

Safari Tire Cover for 

his ‘97 Discovery 4.0 

5 speed manual 


EXTERIOR / COMPLETE CHASSIS ASSEMBLIES, FUEL TANK CRADLE, REAR CROSS MEMBERS 

Build Your Land Rover to Last 

Save on New Galvanized Chassis by Marsland 

A 

SALE 

Mark Letorney with John Marsland 

at the famous Salt Pie Works 

in Whitehough 

John Marsland and I have been working together for over 20 years. We 

share a lot in common, including our passion for Land Rovers. That is 

John’s 109 restoration project in the background. Over the years John has 

developed a number of unique build details for us that are popular with our 

customers. Our Series chassis feature exhaust hangers fitted for both 

right and left exit exhaust systems, auxiliary fuel tank mounts and 

reinforced front spring horns. Our Defender chassis feature the latest 

Puma rear cross member with integral hitch fixtures and reinforced radius 

arm outriggers. John’s chassis are assembled using Land Rover tooling for 

100% dimensional accuracy and then completely hot dipped galvanized for 

a corrosion free life. Marsland chassis are the best we know of and we 

always offer them at the best price in North America. 

- Mark Letorney 

(A) Complete Chassis Assembly 

88” Series IIA, III 

RNE416 Civilian 88” New Galvanized Chassis ...............................$ 1999.00 

109” Regular Series IIA, III, 2.25 ltr 

RNE412 Civilian 109” New Galvanized Chassis .............................$ 3382.00 

109” Station Wagon Series IIA, III, 2.25 ltr 

RNE413 Civilian 109” Station Wagon New Galv Chassis .............$ 3398.00 

109” Station Wagon Series IIA, III, 2.6 ltr 

RNH416 Civilian 109” Station Wagon New Galv Chassis .............$ 3144.75 

90” NAS Defender NOW ON SALE 

RNC878 Nas Defender 90” V8 New Galvanized Chassis .............$ 3290.00 

110” NAS Defender 

RNH710 Nas Defender 110” V8 New Galvanized Chassis ...........$ 3995.00 

NAS Defender 90 

Galvanized Chassis NOW 

ONLY $3290.00 

Rear Cross Member Non-Galvanized 

PLE403 Series II, IIA, III, Rear Cross Member in Black...............$ 249.00 

Rear Cross Member Galvanized 

PLH619G NAS Defender 90” Cross Member....................................$ 369.00 

Galvanized Fuel Tank Cradle for NAS 90 

Replace your corroded fuel tank cradle once and for all. 

PLE119G NAS Defender 90 Cradle.....................................................$ 299.00 


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Robison onRovers 

by John Robison 

[John Robison, Springfield, MA, services 

Land Rovers and other marques at his 

company, JE Robison Service while 

enjoying the success of his latest book, 

Look Me in the Eye –ed.] 

In this article I’d like to take you inside the 

electronics on a Range Rover Sport. I think 

you’ll be amazed at how sophisticated these 

machines have become. 

If you were to name one particular 

capability that Land Rover was known for, 

what would it be? The wise guys among you 

would pick oil leaks or Lucas electrics, but 

I’d pick surefootedness or superior 

traction. To me, that’s what Land Rover is 

all about. From the very beginning, the 

Land Rover was a vehicle that went where 

nothing else could. And even more 

important – it came back, under its 

own power. 

When you think about it, the coming 

back part is often the hardest. After all, if a 

ravine is steep enough, you can get 

anything to roll to the bottom. Rusting 

Lincolns and Caddies at the bottoms of the 

gullies and canyons out west are certainly 

testament to that. But it takes an 

exceptional rig to reach the bottom intact 

and an even more exceptional rig to climb 

back out under its own power. 

The Series Land Rover was such a rig. 

A well tended Series truck could climb 

anything, even – as we saw in The Gods 

Must be Crazy – trees. In the beginning, 

Land Rover’s off-road prowess came from 

its mechanical design. It had a unique 

blend of weight and balance, suspension 

travel, gearing, and four wheel drive. 

But the Land Rover’s design came with 

some built-in limitations and some of them 

significantly reduced on-road capability. 

When Land Rover returned to the American 

marketplace in 1987 with the Range Rover, 

it was clear something had to be done 

if they were to maintain their off-road 

reputation while delivering the speed, 

power and boulevard ride demanded by 

the American market. 

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For this generation of the Range Rover, 

Land Rover set its sights on the top 

positions on both the road and the trail. 

So if they had to climb trees, they had to do 

it automatically, while the stereo played and 

the air conditioner kept the passengers 

cool. That kind of automatic operation 

can only be achieved with electronics. 

As a country, England is not known for it’s 

prowess in that field, but they pulled things 

off pretty well in the latest generation 

of Rovers. 

Rover applied electronics to many 

aspects of vehicle management. Let’s look 

carefully at one area – traction control. 

This system began as an outgrowth of the 

antilock brake system (ABS) sourced from 

Wabco of Germany for the upscale 1990 

models. 

After using the ABS system alone for a 

few years, Rover upgraded to a fancier 

version that combined ABS and traction 

control. That system used the ABS wheel 

speed sensors to detect a slipping wheel 

that speeds up when traction was lost. 

The control unit then responded by 

applying brake pressure to a single wheel. 

By grabbing the slipping wheel, traction is 

transferred to the wheels that still had grip 

and the truck moved forward. At first, 

traction control was limited to the rear 

wheels, but by 1995 it was expanded to 

cover all four corners. 

Electronic traction control essentially 

took the place of mechanical front and rear 

differential locks. For the first time, a 

driver could enjoy the interior amenities as 

the car took care of itself in mud or snow. 

The electronic system engaged and 

disengaged as needed, so there were no 

worries about drivers leaving diff 

locks engaged and breaking things. 

The electronics also worked smoothly, 

preventing the broken axles and joints 

that come from aggressive use of hard 

mechanical locks. 

I was impressed by the system the first 

time I drove it, in a 1993 County LWB. 

The truck would begin to slip in mud or 

snow, the traction control would begin 

buzzing, but the Rover just kept moving 

forward. It was remarkable, but it took 

some getting used to. When the system 

actuated, it made a loud noise, and your 

instinctive reaction was to let off the gas 

when you heard it; actually, the best thing to 

do was to hold steady. Once I learned to do 

that, I got great results with this system. 

That basic traction control served 

Land Rover well for ten years. The only 

trouble was – everyone else adopted 

similar electronic traction control systems, 

so the capability that was unique among 

four wheel drives in 1995 was common by 

2005. If Land Rover wanted to stay ahead 

of the pack, something more was needed. 

That’s what led to the Terrain 

Response system that debuted in the new 

LR3 and Sport models. Terrain Response 

takes electronic vehicle management to a 

whole new level. Check out the way a new 

Sport handles wheel slip and you’ll see how 

far Land Rover has come. 

The first step remains the same – the 

wheel speed sensors detect a slipping 

wheel, and the controller applies a brake to 

stop the slippage. That was the end of the 

old system’s capability, now it’s just the 

beginning. As the load shifts to the other 

wheels, sensors monitor them, too. 

If more wheels begin to slip, but the vehicle 

is moving, the traction control program 

doesn’t just apply more brakes. It does 

something else – it tells the engine 

management system to reduce power so 

the slipping wheels can regain traction. 

The computer balances brake application 

with throttle modulation to keep the 

vehicle moving with minimum slippage. 

That combination makes for a significant 

jump in the system’s effectiveness. 

Earlier Land Rovers used a mechanical 

connection between the gas pedal and 

the engine. Today’s Rovers use a drive-bywire 

system, where the gas pedal sends a 

signal to a throttle control unit, which 

signals the engine management computer, 

which in turn sends a signal to the

electronic throttle. By going to drive-bywire, 

Land Rover engineers allowed the 

traction control system to control power 

output in marginal situations. 

In addition to backing off the gas to 

prevent wheel spin, the Terrain Response 

program reduces the speed at which the 

vehicle responds to the throttle. When the 

ground is slippery, everything has to be 

gentler to keep the wheels from spinning. A 

quick jab of the gas pedal will produce a 

snappy takeoff on pavement, but it will just 

dig a hole in packed snow. Terrain 

Response compensates for overenthusiastic 

drivers with very gentle acceleration in 

deep snow or mud. That response 

modulation is the first feature that sets 

Terrain Response apart from traction 

control in other brands. 

If the wheels continue to slip, the 

Terrain Response has yet another trick up 

its sleeve. The new Rovers use computer 

controlled air suspension. Now, that 

system is also called upon to increase 

traction. They achieve that by sending more 

pressure to the air springs at corners that 

are slipping. That presses the slipping 

wheels more firmly into the ground and 

helps the vehicle maintain its footing. 

It’s the computerized equivalent of piling a 

few guys on the back bumper to give 

slipping wheels traction. 

In addition, if the wheel is slipping 

because it’s in a deep rut, the system can 

shove the tire down several inches to find 

firm ground. When that happens, the 

computer knows to raise the whole vehicle 

to keep it clear of rough ground later, and 

it does that automatically. 

As soon as the truck has good traction 

on level ground, all systems return to their 

normal modes. The whole thing is actually 

invisible to the driver, except for the 

results, which are remarkable. Last winter, 

I took my own Sport and my old ex-NATO 

‘91 Defender into a snow covered meadow 

to compare traction. The Sport had stock 

Continental all-season tires. The Defender 

had Michelin XZL military tires, one of the 

gold standards of off roaders. The result? 

When it came to traction, electronics 

allowed the Sport to easily outperform the 

Defender. 

I was surprised, but the results spoke 

for themselves. The new Sport’s traction is 

impressive by any standard. Of course, the 

Defender still has the edge with skid plates, 

tire chains and a winch, but that wasn’t the 

purpose of this particular comparison. 

And you could always fit those things to a 

Sport if you were so inclined. In fact, 

I’m looking forward to the day a Sport 

enthusiast brings one to our shop for some 

serious off-road customization. I think the 

result will be very impressive. 

When the ground gets rough, the 

Terrain Response does even more. 

It modulates the throttle and the transmission 

to get up hills, and then it uses the 

brakes to automatically keep the vehicle 

from running away on the downgrades. It’s 

a little surprising the first time you experience 

it, as it chatters away, but there is no 

doubting the effectiveness of the system. 

All this interplay between suspension, 

engine, transmission, and brakes couldn’t 

take place without a sophisticated 

computer network. In a Rover, they call 

that network the CAN bus, short for 

Controller Area Network. CAN allows all 

the different computers in the car to share 

and exchange data, and it allows them so 

spread tasks across multiple systems. 

If Rover were to combine the electronic 

finesse of today’s Sport with the mechanical 

brute-force capability of the Defender, 

the result would be impressive indeed. The 

obvious question is – why don’t they do 

that? I believe the answer is twofold: 

ruggedness and serviceability. 

The electronics are great when they 

work, but you need fragile and expensive 

electronic testers to service the systems. 

That’s a problem in much of the world. 

There is also the issue of training service 

personnel to fix the electronic systems. In 

addition, the simple mechanical systems 

Land Rover built their name on are more 

rugged when there’s constant exposure to 

off road conditions. The electronics are 

great, though, for anyone who off-roads 

occasionally. 

(For more information, check out 

www.robisonservice.com or 

http:// jerobison.blogspot.com) 

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OFF-ROAD / Hi-LIFT 

Don’t settle for an imatation... the difference is quality 

With over 100 years of quality, the Hi-Lift Jack is a 

rugged, highly versatile jack that puts you in command of situations requiring 

lifting, pushing, pulling, winching and clamping. Light in weight and easy to 

maneuver, the Hi-Lift Jack offers a rated capacity of 4,600 lbs and a tested 

capacity of 7,000 lbs. Only Hi-Lift Jacks are made with two-piece handle and 

a socket design that is built for extended life. Cheaper imitations use a 

one-piece design that bends easily if lateral pressure is applied while 

lifting a load. Hi-Lift jacks are designed to help you survive in the most 

demanding situations - whether you are in the Moab desert canyons, the 

Welsh Mountains, the Amazon jungle, or the farmlands of Indiana. With a full 

range of specially designed accessories, the Hi-Lift jack is just about the 

most versatile piece of off-roading/farm/auto recovery equipment you 

can buy. When it’s a heavy-duty situation, the tool had better be a Hi-Lift! 

(A) Hi-Lift Repair Kit 

FK1 

(B) Hi-Lift Polyurethane Securing Ring 

RNA9113 

(C) Loc Rac by Hi-Lift 

LR200 

(D) 4X4 RAC by Hi-Lift 

4X400 

(E) Hi-Lift Jack Adapter 

PLA908HL 

(F) Off Road Jack Base 

ORB 

(G) Hi-Lift X-TREME (H) All Cast Jacks (All-Cast) (I) Cast & Steel Jacks (Cast/Steel) 

ONLY 

$ 89.90 

ONLY 

$ 81.90 

ONLY 

$ 66.50 

ONLY 

$ 64.00 

ONLY 

$ 55.00 

ONLY 

$ 53.95 

XT605 XT485 HL605 HL485 HL424 HL364 

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OFF-ROAD / HI-LIFT 

Hi-Lift Specifications 

• Approximate weight: 30lbs 

• 4,660 lbs rated capacity 

• Climbing pins of specially processed steel with 

125,000 PSI tensile strength and 100,000 PSI yield. 

• Steel bar is manufactured of specially rolled extra 

high carbon steel with 80,000 pound minimum tensile 

& carbon .69 to .82 

• Steel Handle of 14 gauge high-yield structural tubing 

with minimum yield of 55,000 PSI 

Hi-Lift Features 

• Every Jack comes complete with an adjustable top 

clamp/clevis for use in clamping and winching 

• Safety bolt is designed to shear at 7,000 lbs 

• For speedy disengaging, lifting unit automatically 

drops when load is removed 

• 4 1/2” long lifting nose for positive contact with load 

• Steel bar can be reversed for extra long life 

• Low pickup of 4 1/2” 

• 28 inch square base plate 

(A) Hi-Lift Repair Kit 

FK1 Repair Kit................................................................................................$ 13.60 

(B) Hi-Lift Polyurethane Securing Ring 

Secures the handle to the jack so that they do not separate while you are storing or 

transporting your jack. 

RNA9113 Hi-Lift Securing Ring ............................................................................$ 10.95 

(C) Loc Rac by Hi-Lift 

This universal jack rack can be mounted inside or out, wherever your jack will fit. It 

can be used on Jackall or Hi-Lift jacks. Includes hardware and padlock with keys. 

LR200 Hi-Lift Loc Rac.......................................................................................$ 25.00 

(D) 4X4 RAC by Hi-Lift 

This universal jack rack is designed to be mounted on bumpers, roof racks, inside or 

out, wherever your jack will fit. It can be used on Jackall or Hi-Lift jacks. 

Includes hardware. 

4X400 Hi-Lift 4X4 Rack.....................................................................................$ 29.75 

(E) Hi-Lift Jack Adapter 

Fits into the jack receptacles that are located on Defender chassis, Rovers North 

Series and Defender Sill Protectors, ARB Bull Bars and Rovers North 

Discovery I Heavy Duty Rear Bumper. This adapter provides the safest way to jack up 

your Land Rover on uneven terrain. 

PLA908HL Hi-Lift adapter .......................................................................................$ 59.00 

(F) Off Road Jack Base for Hi-Lift Jacks only 

This base improves the stability of Hi-Lift jacks on soft ground surfaces. This is highly 

recommended for off-road use in mud and sand, where the cast base of the Hi-lift will 

sink under the weight of your Land Rover. 

ORB Jack Base ..............................................................................................$ 34.95 

(G) Hi-Lift X-TREME 

Winch, clamp or spread up to 5,000 lbs with this top of the line Hi-Lift X-TREME. This 

all-cast version is made with charcoal metallic powder-coat finish, gold zinc-coated 

hardware and handle and a special winch-clamp-spreader attachment. 

XT485 48” ...........................................................................................................$ 81.90 

XT605 60” ...........................................................................................................$ 89.90 

(H) All Cast Jacks 

An all cast construction with a 4,660 lb rated capacity. This jack is ideal for Land 

Rovers with oversized tires and/or raised suspension, where the extra lift from a taller 

jack is needed. 

HL605 60” ...........................................................................................................$ 66.50 

HL485 48” ...........................................................................................................$ 64.00 

(I) Cast & Steel Jacks 

Cast and Steel Jack 

HL424 42” ...........................................................................................................$ 55.00 

HL364 36” ...........................................................................................................$ 53.95 


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OFF-ROAD / RECOVERY, PROTECTION 

Visit 

www.roversnorth.com 

for our full 

selection of off-road 

accessories 

E 

C 

B 

D 

A 

(A) Tow Jaw Assembly 

Recovery Hitch can be front or rear mounted to handle snatch strap, chain or winch 

cable as used on the Camel Trophy. Special mounting hardware included. 

RNF408 Tow Jaw Assm. .........................................................................$ 89.90 

(B) Rovers North Bumper 

RNA110 

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Rovers North Galvanized winch bumper. Designed for use with 

Superwinch Husky 8500lb & 10,000lb winches. ...................$ 799.00 

(C) Superwinch Husky Series Winch 

RNB519 Husky 8 with roller fairlead ......................................................$ 1699.00 

RNB521 Husky 10 with roller fairlead ....................................................$ 1849.00 

(D) 3/8 Slip Hook with Latch 

Absolute finest quality alloy recovery hook available. By Pewag of Austria. 

RNR1755 ......................................................................................................$ 49.00 

(E) Plasma Winch Rope 

The best plasma ropes available. 

RNR2021 3/8” Plasma Rope; 100’ .............................................................$ 279.00 

RNR2011 5/16” Plasma Rope; 125’ ...........................................................$ 249.00 

(F) Kinetic Recovery Rope 24MM DIA. X 8M 

Stronger and smoother than straps, this extremely effective recovery tool allows you to 

utilize vehicle momentum without the sudden shock you experience using a chain. 

Requires securely fastened recovery hitches for safe use. 

KRR001 Kinetic Recovery Rope .............................................................$ 129.00 

(G) Pull Pal 

Winch anchor. 

RW14000 ......................................................................................................$ 559.95 

(H) Receiver Hitch Adapter 

Receiver Adapter allows recovery and tow hitches to be mounted into Land Rover’s 

Class III rear receiver and Rovers North’s Class III front receiver. 

RNA082 Receiver Hitch Adapter ............................................................$ 53.29 

(I) Shackle Recovery Set 

Made of solid steel, this is a stout, easy to use recovery hitch. Fits a class III receiver. 

Shackle and hitch pin included as shown. 

RNA1022 Shackle Recovery Set...............................................................$ 69.95 

(J) Differential Guard 

Essential protection for off-road use. Anodized Steel guard clamps onto 

the front axle housing and protects the front differential from the most 

common off-road hazards. 

DIFF01AA Range Rover Classic, Discovery I & Defender 

Front or Rear ...............................................................$ 79.95ea 

DIFF02AA Discovery II (non-ACE only) Front..........................$ 99.95 

DIFF03 Range Rover P38A Front ...........................................$ 179.00 

(K) Aluminum 5 Bar Body Protection Kits 

Reinforce your body work with these G4 style 5 bar protection plates. 

Made from non-corrosive aluminum alloy. Available in Black or Silver 

OEM non fade electrostatic finish. 

Includes stainless and anodized hardware. 

(1) Complete kit includes: wing top protectors, sill protectors and rear 

quarter protectors for your Defender. All hardware included. 

RNK6500B Defender 90 Black kit ................................................$ 369.00 

RNK6500 Defender 90 Silver kit ................................................$ 359.00 

RNK6501B Defender 110 Black kit ..............................................$ 379.00 

(2) Pair of wing top protectors with hardware for Defender 

RNA6510B Defender 90, 110 Black..............................................$ 169.00 

RNA6510 Defender 90, 110 Silver..............................................$ 159.00 

(3) Pair of sill protectors with hardware for your Defender 

RNA6530B Defender 90 Black......................................................$ 139.00 

RNA6530 Defender 90 Silver......................................................$ 129.00 

RNA6531B Defender 110 Black....................................................$ 135.45 

(4) Pair of rear quarter protectors with hardware for your Defender 

RNA6550B Defender 90 Black......................................................$ 89.50 

RNA6550 Defender 90 Silver......................................................$ 89.50 

RNA6551B Defender 110 Black....................................................$ 85.90 

(5) Bonnet protection plate, reinforces the center of your bonnet. 

Our black bonnet protector will prevent glare from roof mounted lights. 

RNA6520 Defender 90, 110 Silver..............................................$ 159.00 

RNA6520B Defender 90, 110 Black..............................................$ 159.00 


E 

F 

OFF-ROAD / RECOVERY, PROTECTION 

G 

H 

I 

J 

DIFF02AA 

K 

3 

2 

4 

1 

(L) Raised Air Intakes 

Originally designed to combat the sandy dust of the Sahara Desert, Mantec’s Raised 

Air Intake ensures a cleaner air supply to your engine when driving in dusty 

conditions. Made of zinc-phosphated steel and black polyester-coated (paintable to 

match body color). Used in everything from the Camel Trophy to the G4 Challenge. 

Includes hardware and fitting instructions. 

RNA1003 Discovery I ..................................................................................$ 399.00 

RNA1013 Discovery II.................................................................................$ 499.00 

RNA1115 Range Rover Classic .................................................................$ 379.00 

RNA1002 Defender90/110 NAS .................................................................$ 539.00 

RNA2002 Defender 90/110 pre ‘86 Naturally Aspirated 2.5, V8 

Series I - III (please call for modifications) ......................................$ 298.00 

RNA2002TDI Defender Td5, 300 TDI (Black PVC Plastic)...........................$ 299.00 

L 

5 RNA6520 2 RNA6510 

2 RNA6510 


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Experience 

The Finest

[Mike Koch of the Rovers North staff has entertained readers with stories of 

his ex-MOD 109” and Range Rover Classic. Always looking for his next Land 

Rover, Mike tested the current range off-road at the Land Rover Experience, 

Mt. Equinox, Manchester, VT –ed.] 

Story: Mike Koch 

Photos: Matt Martin

“As soon as we made the left on to Union 

Street in Manchester, we spotted the 

armada of shiny and stately silver Land 

Rovers we’d soon be driving off-road.”

Why must all my most memorable 

Land Rover weekend experiences 

begin with an alarm clock blaring 

in my ear at some ungodly hour? 

It really shouldn’t surprise me at this point. After getting myself 

together, I met up with some co-workers from Rovers North at 

the Pour House in South Burlington, VT for one of the greasiest 

–yet tasty - breakfasts in recent memory. Our group of four, 

Les Parker, Steve Haskell, Matt Martin and I loaded our 

larded-up selves into the vehicle and pointed it south down 

Route 7 towards Manchester, VT. Our destination: the Land 

Rover Experience Driving School at the posh Equinox resort, 

about 100 miles south of Westford, VT. Just south of Rutland, 

VT, we met up our fifth teammate from Rovers North, Calef 

Letorney, our specialist in Waxoyl products. 

As soon as we made the left on to Union Street in 

Manchester, we spotted the armada of shiny and stately silver 

Land Rovers we’d soon be driving off-road. The four Land 

Rovers in the line up included: an LR3, a Range Rover Sport, a 

Range Rover HSE and an LR2. The vehicles were as they left 

Solihull, sporting factory tires and impeccably clean. The latter 

issue would soon change. 

We proceeded into the retail shop where our instructors 

greeted us: Location Manager Josh Williams, Chuck Worrell, 

Cortland Wood, and Rick Serroro. We were impressed to learn 

that all four of our instructors were genuine Land Rover enthusiasts 

with personal Land Rover ownership experiences. After 

an introduction to the day’s off-road activities, we boarded our 

Land Rovers and convoyed out to the site of the 80-acre offroad 

course, consisting of about 5 miles of trails. The 80 acres 

are split into two sections: the front 40, featuring “purpose 

built” obstacles and the “back 40,” which remains in its more 

natural state, yet hosting a series of challenges. 

Josh Williams educated us with a most detailed explanation 

of the vehicles specifications and their off-road systems. 

He compared and contrasted the vehicles on and off-road 

technologies in the current Land Rover line up. Owning a 

Range Rover Classic, I impulsively headed towards the Range 

Rover HSE, where Rick pointed out the off-road capabilities of 

the HSE. Needless to say, technology has come a long way 

since the days of the red and yellow transfer case levers in my 

military 109”. 

Each of the four Land Rovers went in separate directions, 

exploring all aspects of the trail network, rejoining momentarily 

up to swap drivers until we met up as a group and headed 

to lunch. We began our instruction on the “front 40” with 

side-hill traverses, ascents so steep that you only see the blue 

sky, descents so steep you are grateful for Hill Descent 

Control(HDC) and Gradient Release Control(GRC) systems, 

terrain so rocky that you are forced to explore the “Rock 

Crawl” mode on the Terrain Response System. 

The Land Rover handles all these situations with aplomb 

once you’ve selected the appropriate settings on the Terrain 

Response System’s five settings: General, Grass/Gravel/Snow, 

Mud/Ruts, Sand, and Rock Crawl. The HDC kept roughly 

6,000 pounds of Range Rover HSE from uncontrollably 

barreling down steep descents without my foot ever making 

contact with the brake pedal. The Electronic Air 

Suspension(EAS) raised our vehicles and increased our 

approach and descent angles, also allowing for impressive suspension 

travel. The Electronic Throttle varied the accelerator 

pedal feel in accordance with our selection on the Terrain 

Response System. CommandShift manual gearbox control gave 

us plenty of drive train control, as we were instructed on the 

optimal gear selection to conquer obstacles with the greatest 

degree of poise. The 4-wheel Electronic Traction Control 

(4ETC) provided confidence inspiring traction even on the 

most slippery of terrain. Electronically controlled, infinitely 

variable locking center and rear differentials allowed us to 

climb to the heavens. Eventually, we made our way to the 

“back 40” and started mudding up the Land Rovers with a 

combination of dirt and water, in all their various forms. 

After an appetizing lunch break, we were back on the 

trails, making sure we were each able to sample driving each 

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Land Rover in the line-up. If I had to do it again, I wouldn’t 

have eaten so much as we headed back to tackle the trails 

immediately after lunch. As the afternoon hours passed 

ever so quickly, our instructors encouraged us to pick 

and choose the obstacles, instructing us only when we 

were nearing danger. 

Suddenly, it was someone’s bright idea to swap vehicles, 

extracting me from Land Rover’s flagship model and placing 

me at the controls of an LR2. After the initial shock of off-roading 

in the only current Land Rover lacking both EAS and low 

range, I began to enjoy maneuvering the LR2, to the point of 

admiring its off-road capabilities. Aside from its inability to 

clear only a couple tall obstacles that would have high-centered 

it due to its lack of EAS, the LR2 went everywhere the 

other Land Rovers did and its diminutive size made navigating 

between trees effortless. 

Piloting the LR2 was much better than expected, but the 

next vehicle was simply awesome. The Range Rover Sport 

seemed more Park Avenue, Manhattan, than Park in Field, 

Vermont, but I loved it. As with the LR2, my assumptions were 

proven wrong. It enabled me to drive anywhere and everywhere 

on the course with the greatest of ease. 

Sporting more of a positive outlook with each vehicle, my 

final conquest was the LR3, a vehicle I normally associate with 

hauling small children both to and from the elementary school 

across the street from my house. The LR3 stood proudly 

alongside its brethren, showing me it too could tackle any terrain. 

When I first laid my eyes on the Land Rovers we’d be driving, 

adorned in their large diameter aluminum wheels, I’ll 

admit I thought the terrain would be far tamer than it actually 

was. Land Rover’s current model line-up surpassed my highest 

expectations and left me feeling that “go anywhere” is still 

top priority at Solihull. Solid axles, steel wheels and a forest of 

levers emanating from the floor are no longer the tools necessary 

for proper off-roading. 

Thanks to the Land Rover Experience Driving School at 

The Equinox and especially Josh, Chuck, Cortland and Rick. 

Thanks to Matt Martin for photographing the adventure. Oh, by 

the way, Matt, my apologies for leaving you behind on the trail. 

My enthusiasm for driving took over my better judgement and 

manners as I drove off, abandoning you in the woods on more 

than one occasion. 

Wow, I hope he didn’t take a photo of that! 

[For more information on the Land Rover Experience, 

visit www.landroverschool.com] 

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“Land Rover’s current model line-up 

surpassed my highest expectations and 

left me feeling that “go anywhere” is still 

top priority at Solihull.”

The Stories That 

Land Rovers 

Can Tell 

Story and Photo by: John Poole 

[John Poole, Olive Branch, MS, is a manufacturing 

engineer who lives outside of 

Memphis, TN, with his Land Rovers, an MG, 

a Triumph and his motorcycles. –ed.] 

The South has a heritage of storytelling 

and here in Mississippi, the home of 

William Faulkner, we do that as well as 

anyone. So here’s a story that only a Land Rover 

could tell. 

It’s been two years now since Paul, my father 

and my uncles Richard Poole and Keith Sumrall 

took me along on a trip to retrieve a most unusual 

Land Rover, a rare 1967 109” Dormobile with a 2.6 

liter six cylinder engine. This Dormobile had traveled 

the world and ended up in Baton Rouge, 

Louisiana. The trip took seven hours from my home 

in Olive Branch, MS; about halfway into the trip, we 

stopped in Madison, MS, to pick up my uncles and 

to convoy the remaining distance to Baton Rouge. 

There, we met up with its owner, Mike Moore, who 

sat us down for a great story about the Rover. 

Every Land Rover owner has a soft spot for 

these camper versions of the Land Rover. The 

Dormobile was housed within the corporate confines 

of Martin Walter Limited, Folkestone, Kent. 

It took a conventional long wheelbase Land Rover 

and unbolted the metal top, replacing it with a 

fiberglass piece that would tilt upwards to one side. 

As it went up a folding canvas enclosure would elevate 

upward and leftward, exposing an angled roof. 

That gave you standing headroom and another 

berth for sleeping. With the removal of the front 

seat bulkhead the Dormobile’s special “Dormatic” 

seats would fold down into bed or seats around an 

inside table. Water tanks, a small sink, a stove, electric 

lights –even a chemical toilet - and cupboards

completed the self-enclosed camper. It seems you could even purchase 

special teapots, cups, saucers, even cutlery unique to the 

Dormobile. If you can visualize an old VW Camper, then you have the 

outline in your mind of a Dormobile. 

This particular Dormobile was built for a Mr. Peck, an 

eccentric Canadian who believed that nuclear annihilation was 

inevitable. To survive the end of the world as he knew it, he bought 

many acres and constructed a compound in the wilds of British 

Columbia. There he installed a hydroelectric generator to assure 

power and purchased the Dormobile for survival transportation. 

The 2.6 six-cylinder engine was the largest Rover would install in the 

Land Rover at the time; while it had great torque and extra 

horsepower over the 2.25 liter four-cylinder, its pre-war design 

rendered it a poor choice for long-term, full throttle running. 

Nevertheless, it would propel the Rover effectively. To further bolster 

the vehicle, Peck also ordered the stronger ENV axles front and rear. 

As a custom feature, this Dormobile includes a wine rack and extra 

cabinetry in lieu of some seating. There were also brackets installed 

so the folding table could be used, under an awning, outdoors in 

nice weather. 

When the world avoided nuclear warfare, Peck decided to 

travel the world in his Dormobile. As was the custom of world 

travelers in the ‘60’s, he painted the name of each nation he visited: 

England, Scotland, Switzerland, Wales, France, Italy, Yugoslavia, 

Greece, Turkey, Germany, Austria, Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, 

Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. You can still see the faded outline of Arabic 

script on the roof that loosely translates into “We’re your friends.” 

One can only assumed it worked as Peck returned with his 

Dormobile to Canada. He remained in British Columbia until his 

death in 1991. 

The Dormobile then wound up as an expedition vehicle for 

Green Road Wilderness Expeditions. Ray Wood’s company would 

take sportsmen and adventurers deep into the forests of British 

Columbia, and the Dormobile proved a useful addition to his 

fleet of 109”s. 

Within a year, Mike continued, he had seen the Dormobile 

advertised in Hemmings Motor News. With my uncle Richard 

(who also owns a Dormobile) he flew up to Vancouver, BC, intent on 

purchasing the car. Showing all the usual caution of a Land Rover 

enthusiast Mike purchased it on the spot. In the GRWE shop, Mike 

installed new brakes and a set of new springs to ready it for 

the trip home. 

Without hesitation Mike and Richard now set out on the 2,000 

mile trip to Louisiana. There was some puzzlement at the Canadian 

border as the officials tried to determine why two Americans were 

driving a car with Canadian license plates, full of spare parts 

and luggage, out of their country. After some delicate negotiations, 

they were allowed to leave Canada and proceed on the week-long 

trip to Baton Rouge. 

Mike recounted many trips in the Dormobile - including his 

honeymoon. When the unique fuel pump failed, Mike searched high 

and low for an exact replacement. “I wanted to keep it original,” 

he noted, “and not use a replacement pump.” As family 

responsibilities piled up, Mike accepted Richard’s offer to store this 

Dormobile right next to Richard’s ’65 Dormobile in Mississippi. 

After Mike’s tale, we looked at the Dormobile with a newfound 

respect. We pulled the car out from under a lean-to, feeling the yank 

of a stuck front wheel. Pulling the car forward did not free the brake 

but a tug on the rear of the car released the shoes on the drum. We 

put the Dormobile on a trailer and brought it back to Mississippi. 

We’re moving forward gently with the car. Turning the engine 

with a crank demonstrates its not stuck, even though it has not been 

run in many years. We’ll sort out the brakes and hydraulics, check 

the fuel system, change out all the fluids, and have her running in no 

time. Right now, the two Dormobiles are undoubtedly telling stories 

with each other and sharing their tales of travel with the MGB-GT, 

Triumph TR-4A and motorcycles housed in the same shed. Then it 

will be ready for new adventures, and probably, more tall tales. 

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SUSPENSION / PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION KITS 

(A) Heavy Duty Springs & Pro Comp Shock Kits 

Designed for owners who want the most suspension lift possible without 

modifications. Our 2 inch lift kit will raise your Land Rover approximately 2 inches 

over factory ride height depending on added weight to your vehicle. 

Good on-road, great off-road. Includes 4 Procomp shocks & ProLine springs. 

Defender 90 1984 - 2002 

RNK450 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 499.00 

RNK451 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 

Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002 

RNK452 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 

Discovery I 1994 - 1999 

RNK453 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00 

RNK454 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 

Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1993 coil spring 

RNK455 Standard .................................................................................$ 499.00 

RNK456 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 499.00 

(B) Old Man Emu Heavy Duty Springs & Shock Kits 

Ideal for owners using oversize tires combined with heavy duty bumper/winch 

combinations and extra vehicle equipment. Designed for heavy duty off-road use. 

Will raise vehicle approximately 1.5 inch. Great off-road, stiff on-road. 

Includes 4 OME shocks & OME springs. 

Defender 90 1984 - 2002 

OMED90K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 

OMED90K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 

OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 79.90 

Defender 110 Station Wagon 1983 - 2002 

OMED110K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 

OMED110K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 


Defender 110 Pick Up or Hardtop 1983 - 2002 

OMED110RK1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 695.00 

OMED110RK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 685.00 



OMEDS1K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 695.00 

OMEDS1K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 


Discovery II 1999 - 2004 

OMEDS2K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 699.00 

OMEDS2K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 699.00 



OMERRK1 Standard .................................................................................$ 695.00 

OMERRK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 695.00 


(C) Genuine Heavy Duty Springs & 

Bilstein Shock Kits 

Perfect for vehicles running factory tire sizes with a moderate appointment of 

off-road equipment – not exceeding manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight. 

Includes four Bilstein shocks and four Genuine Land Rover heavy duty springs. 

Will raise vehicle approximately 1 inch. Great on-road, good off-road. 

Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 

RNK5201 Defender 90, without winch ...............................................$ 599.90 

RNK5211 Defender 90, with winch .....................................................$ 679.00 

RNK5202 Defender 110, with or without winch ................................$ 599.00 

RNA235 Bilstein Steering Damper ....................................................$ 84.95 


RNK5203 Discovery I, without winch..................................................$ 679.00 

RNK5213 Discovery I, with winch .......................................................$ 679.00 



RNK5208 Discovery II, with winch ......................................................$ 839.00 


RNK5204 Range Rover Classic, 100” without winch........................$ 679.00 

RNK5214 Range Rover Classic, 100” with winch .............................$ 679.00 


A 

B 

C 

4x4 SHOCKS & SPRINGS 


(D) Pro Comp ES 9000 Shocks 

For Discovery I, Range Rover Classic & Defender. Nitrogen gas charged 

shocks with two inches of extra travel. (Designed for off-road 

performance for vehicles with raised suspension of two 

inches or less). Excellent all around ride quality and handling. Shock 

sets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black. 

PCS9030 Discovery I 1989-1999 front and rear shock set .................$ 189.00 

PCS9050 Range Rover Classic 1970-1993 with coil suspension front 

and rear shock set ...................................................................$ 189.00 

PCS9020 Defender 1983-1998 front and rear shock set .....................$ 189.00 

Pro Comp ES 3000 

For Series II, IIA, III, 88” and 109” Land Rovers with standard or parabolic springs 

offer an extra inch of shock travel. These performance shocks incorporate a 

twin-tube cellular gas design that prevents foaming and reduces shock fade to 

improve the ride quality of leaf spring suspension. Shock sets include bushings 

and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black. 

PCS3088 88” front and rear shock set ..................................................$ 189.00 

PCS3109 109” front and rear shock set ................................................$ 189.00 

Steering Damper 

PLS122 Series II, IIA, III, 88”, 109”, 

Range Rover Classic and Discovery I ..................................$ 44.50 

(E) OME Shocks 

For Land Rover owners who require heavy-duty shocks, off-road performance and 

maximum load capacity. Twin-tube design offers unsurpassed protection against 

rocks and debris. These heavy duty nitrogen-gas shock absorbers are 

recommended for applications where more dampening is needed for use with 

oversize tires. 

Series 88” & 109” 1958 - 1984 

OMESK109 109” Set of four shocks ...........................................................$ 359.00 

OMESK88 88” Set of four shocks .............................................................$ 359.00 

OMESD11 88 and 109 Steering Damper ..................................................$ 79.90 

Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 

OMESKDEF Set of four shocks ....................................................................$ 359.00 

OMESD32 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 79.90 


OMESKDS1 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 359.00 



OMESKDS2 Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 358.00 


Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995 

OMESKRR Set of four shocks ...................................................................$ 349.00 


(F) Bilstein Shocks 

Bilstein® is the world leader in gas-pressurized shock absorber technology. 

Technically the most advanced shock available today, Bilstein utilizes a one piece 

seamless monotube design filled with oil and nitrogen gas in a pressurized, sealed 

compartment. Completely eliminates any foaming of the oil and the monotube 

design helps dissipate heat to prevent shock fade. Bilstein’s shock bodies 

are precision-formed through a unique seamless manufacturing process. 

We recommend for use with Land Rover Genuine Standard or Heavy Duty springs. 

Great for off-road driving in normally equipped vehicles. Not recommended for 

heavily ladened vehicles with oversize tires. Lifetime warranty. 

Defender 90/110 1983 - 2002 

RNA243-4 Set of four..................................................................................$ 329.00 

RNA243-5D Set of four (includes one Damper)........................................$ 429.00 

RNA235 Steering Damper ......................................................................$ 84.95 


RNA243-6 Set of four..................................................................................$ 329.00 

RNA243-7 Set of four (includes Damper)................................................$ 399.00 



RNA6046-7 Set of four..................................................................................$ 399.00 



RNA243-4 RR Classic w/coil springs (set of four) .................................$ 329.00 

RNA243-5 RR Classic (Set of four + damper) .........................................$ 399.00 

RNA2152-3 RR Classic LWB w/air susp (set of four). .............................$ 369.00 

RNA245 RR Classic, Steering Damper .................................................$ 79.95 

Range Rover P38A 1999 - 2002 

RNA2214-5 Set of four..................................................................................$ 399.00 

D 

E 

the BEST 

selection of 

QUALITY 

suspension 

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SUSPENSION / SHOCKS 

4x4 SHOCKS & SPRINGS 


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SUSPENSION / PARABOLIC SPRING SETS 

Balanced Parabolic Spring and Shock Kits 

(Series II, IIA, III) 

After years of research, testing and selling different types of parabolic springs 

from around the world, we’ve determined that these are the best available. 

Improve your ride, comfort and get additional axle articulation out of your Series 

Land Rover. Includes four springs with u-bolts and hardware. For best results, 

we’ve paired them with a set of our Pro Comp Nitro Gas Shocks or OME 

Nitrocharger shocks. 

(A) Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits 

with Pro Comp Shocks 

RNK112388PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 88”.........$ 849.00 

RNK1123109PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 109”.......$ 879.00 

RNK1124109PC 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, 

Heavy Duty set, for 109”.................................................$ 899.00 

Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits 

with Old Man Emu Shocks (not shown) 

RNK112388 

RNK1123109 

RNK1124109 

2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, 

for 88” ................................................................................$ 979.00 


for 109” ..............................................................................$ 989.00 


Heavy Duty set, for 109”.................................................$ 1199.00 

(B) Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits w/o Shocks 

Includes U bolts with nuts 

RNK1123 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears for 88” and 109”.................$ 689.00 

RNK1124 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, HD set for 109”..................$ 699.00 

(C) ProLine 88 Spring & Pro Comp Shock Kit 

PLK5223 

Standard duty spring set with U bolts and Nitrogen charged 

Pro Comp shocks, 88 Series II, IIA, III .........................$ 599.95 

(D) ProLine 88 Spring & Shock Kit 

PLK5123 

A 

Standard duty Spring set with U bolts and shocks 

88 Series II, IIA, III...........................................................$ 499.95 

Parabolic Spring Kit 

C 

Standard Spring Kit 

D 

PLK5223 

Standard Spring Kit 

RNK1124109PC 

B 

Parabolic Spring Sets 

RNK1124 

PLK5123 


SUSPENSION / ACCESSORIES 

A 

PLS023HDY Standard 10” 

Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Yellow 

B 

PLH057E 3 1/2 inch Raised Poly Axle Stop 

C 

RNWS002 ProLine Performance 

50 mm Wheel Spacer Set 

PLS022HDG 

8” Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Galvanized 

PLH057 3 1/2 inch Raised Poly Axle Stop 

D 

RNA5102 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers 

E 

PLH009 Heavy Duty Drive Flange 

F 

Extended Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit 

(A) Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers 

PLS023HDY Standard 10” height, powder coated yellow, pair .....$ 179.00 

PLS022HDY 8”, powder coated yellow, pair .....................................$ 189.00 

PLS023HDG Standard 10” height, galvanized, pair..........................$ 179.00 

PLS022HDG 8”, galvanized, pair..........................................................$ 189.00 

Heavy duty shock towers require 2 heavy duty securing rings, PLS039HD 

Heavy Duty Securing Stud 

PLS039HD 

Used to secure heavy duty or standard shock tower 

to your chassis (sold individually) Not pictured.........$ 19.95 

(B) Raised Poly Axle Stops 

PLH057E 

PLH057 

3 1/2 inch raised orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit 

downward axle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery I 

and Range Rover Classic................................................................$ 26.95 

2 1/4 inch orange Poly Axle Stop, for front or rear, to limit downward 

axle travel. Fits Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic. 

.............................................................................................................$ 19.50 

(C) ProLine Performance Wheel Spacer Set 

Widening your Land Rover's track will dramatically improve your turning radius and 

handling. Precision made from Billet Aluminum with heat-treated heavy-duty wheel 

studs, this new and improved Performance Wheel Spacer Kit is designed for superior 

strength and off-road performance. Made in the USA. Set of 4 includes 30mm wide 

spacers with studs, and 20 lug nuts. 

RNWS001 Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic........................$ 419.00 

RNWS002 Discovery II, Range Rover P38A....................................................$ 429.00 

(D) 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers 

Our 2 inch heavy duty lift spacers fit between the axle and spring plates to raise your 

Defender, Range Rover Classic or Discovery I by 2 inches. Easy DIY installation, no special 

tools required. 

RNA5102 Set of 2 inch heavy duty lift spacers (2 front 2, rear) ................$ 99.95 

(E) Heavy Duty Drive Flange 

Anodized finish with screw on caps, sold in pairs. 

PLH009 HD Drive Flange pair Defender, Discovery I, 

PLE192 

Range Rover Classic 1990 on ........................................$ 95.00 

HD Drive Flange pair 

Defender up to 1989 ........................................................$ 95.00 

(F) Extended Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kits 

These 4 inch extended flexible stainless steel brake line kits are designed for Land 

Rovers with lifted suspension. Replaces your rubber flex lines. Equipped with factory 

fittings. No adapters required. Directions included. 

SBL3004E Discovery I ........................................................................................$ 129.00 

SBL6004E Discovery II .......................................................................................$ 119.00 

SBL5006E Range Rover Classic 1992 - 1995...................................................$ 165.00 

SBL2003E Defender 90, 110...............................................................................$ 89.50 

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SUSPENSION / COIL SPRING CONVERSION KITS 

COMPLETE COIL CONVERSION KITS FOR EASY INSTALLATION 

The only kits featuring Genuine variable rate coil springs for a superior ride and improved handling. 

(A) 1993 - 1995 Range Rover Classic 

Coil Conversion Kit using Genuine springs 

Land Rover designed and built into the Range Rover Classic a fantastic air 

suspension system that was way ahead of its time. However, when a 

malfunctioning component needs repair or replacement it can quickly become 

time-consuming and expensive. Do away with the air suspension hassle and 

expense by converting your Range Rover Classic to a coil-springs for continued 

on-road reliability and off-road performance. Our customers have been so 

satisfied with the improved ride quality and handling after installation of this kit, 

most claim they prefer the coil conversion suspension to the factory air 

suspension! This kit contains all Genuine parts, detailed instructions and all 

necessary hardware. 

RNK5105 

Coil Spring Conversion Kit, Range Rover Classic, 

Genuine (as showm above)..............................................$ 429.00 

1993 - 1995 Range Rover Classic 

Coil Conversion Kit using 

Old Man Emu springs 

RNK5105A 

Coil Spring Conversion Kit (with OME springs), 

Range Rover Classic (not shown) ...................................$ 449.00 

A 

RANGE ROVER CLASSIC COIL SPRING 

CONVERSION KITS 

www.roversnorth.com 

RNK5105 

(B) 1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring 

Conversion Kits with Electronic ECU Bypass 

Simply the best kit for the best price. You will not find a better price 

anywhere else. This top quality kit converts your Range Rover P38A air 

suspension to coil spring suspension, giving you the best handling and 

the most comfortable coil spring suspension ride on the market today. 

Our kit includes 4 variable rate springs, 2 Genuine rear coil spring isolators, 

2 Genuine front coil isolators, 4 coil spring seats, 4 aluminum spring perch 

adapters, 4 Genuine spring retainers and 1 EAS override pigtail to 

eliminate fault codes. All hardware and instructions are included. 

Installation is straight forward, requiring no fabrication or modifications 

to your vehicle. 

RNK5106 Genuine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit ...$ 879.00 

PLK5106 ProLine Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit.....$ 699.00 

RNK5107 Heavy Duty, P38A Coil Conversion Kit............................$ 899.00 

1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring 

Conversion Kits with 4 gas pressurized 

Bilstein Shocks. 

RNK5116 Standard w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit...........$ 1199.00 

RNK5117 Heavy Duty w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit.......$ 1269.00 

B 

RANGE ROVER P38A COIL SPRING 


1-800-403-7591 

RNK5106 


SUSPENSION / COIL CONVERSION KITS, AIR SPRING ASSEMBLIES, BUSHING KITS 

(A) Air Spring Assembly 

Range Rover P38A (1995-2002) 

RND262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each............$ 349.00 

PLD262G2 Air Spring Assembly, Front, ProLine, Pair..............$ 250.95 

RND263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 329.00 

PLD263G2 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Pair...............$ 313.95 

Range Rover Classic 

RNS035 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each ...........$ 289.00 

RNS036 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 289.00 

Discovery II 

PLD823 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Each .............$ 169.00 

(B) Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring 

Conversion Kit 

Coil Conversion for Discovery II rear suspension. Do away with air suspension 

hassles and convert to coil-sprung for continuously reliable performance. 

Kit contains Genuine parts, everything for the conversion, instructions and 

hardware. 

RNK5118 Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion Kit........$ 289.00 

B 

DISCOVERY II REAR AIR 

TO GENUINE COIL SPRING 


(C) Genuine Land Rover Suspension Bushing Kits 

For superior performance and durability, no other bushings outlast Genuine 

Suspension Bushings. Includes all Land Rover Genuine Parts, bushings and 

hardware for replacing suspension bushings on your vehicle. Professional 

installation is recommended. 

RNK5910 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings Pre '86 .......................$ 216.00 

RNK5911 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings Pre '86 .........................$ 224.00 

RNK5912 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘86-’90 .........................$ 135.00 

RNK5913 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘86-’92 ..........................$ 182.00 

RNK5914 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘91 on ..........................$ 140.00 

RNK5915 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘93 on ...........................$ 193.00 

RNK5918 Discovery I Front Bushings.......................................................$ 145.00 

RNK5915 Discovery I Rear Bushings........................................................$ 193.00 

RNK5910 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings up to ‘94 .............................$ 216.00 

RNK5916 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings ‘94 on..................................$ 150.00 

RNK5915 Defender 90, 110 Rear Bushings .............................................$ 193.00 

RNK5118 

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GENUINE SUSPENSION BUSHING KITS 

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Easy to install, these Polyurethane Kits are designed with the DIY individual in 

mind and you wont find a better price anywhere. Suitable for both on and off-road 

use. Includes all suspension and all shock absorber bushings. Made in England. 

PBS1115 Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Discovery I, Range Rover Classic 

(except 1995), Defender 90, 1994 on. .................................$ 179.00 

PBS1119 Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Discovery II ............................$ 195.00 

PBS1111LWB Polyurethane Bushing Kit, Series III, 109” Includes all 

spring bushings and shock bushings ......................$ 109.50 

PBS1111SWB Polybushing Set, Series IIA, III, 88”Includes all spring 

bushings and shock bushings...................................$ 159.00 

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B U R K E ’ S 

J a n u a r y / F e b r u a r y 2 0 0 9 

C O R N E R 

[Bill Burke is an internationally recognized 4WD trainer and was a US team member in the 1991 

Camel Trophy. His company, Bill Burke’s 4-Wheeling America, trains individuals and certifies professional 

instructors through the International 4-Wheel Driver Trainers’ Association –ed] 

Getting stuck might be entertaining at a local rally, but it’s a 

serious problem when out in remote areas, alone. Last issue I 

reviewed the technical issues of winches. This time, I want you 

to join me at a training session on the recovery process. And 

because, knowledge is power, I’ve included some new vocabulary 

at the end of the column. 

Recently in Arizona, I trained a company’s drivers on 

winch safety. We had a Ford F450 stuck in a sandy wash with 

about half the tire depth in the soft sand spinning away digging 

to oblivion it seemed. This truck had a 500 gallon tank full of 

propane mounted on its flatbed. Yep, these guys deliver 

propane to remote microwave and communications tower 

sites via roads that make Elephant Hill and the Khyber Pass 

look like an autobahn! 

For situations such as this, I recommend a Stuck 

Assessment and a clear calculation of the Mire Factor when 

they get bogged down. Here’s what to do: 

Stuck Assessment Steps 

Follow the three P’s – Patience, Plan and Practice. 

Patience means that when you’re bogged down, almost stuck 

or totally stuck, take time to breathe deeply and have some 

patience. Most people panic, jump out of the vehicle and begin 

to haphazardly rig for the extraction. Instead, take a deep 

breath, check the vehicle systems and gauges, and ensure the 

engine can continue to run properly. You may have to keep the 

engine revved up a bit. Is the vehicle stable so when you exit it 

will not slide or slip? 

Then begin the Plan stage while you are inside the vehicle 

assessing the situation from the driver’s seat. For example, if 

your passenger leaves will the dynamic of the movement cause 

the vehicle to slide off the cliff or roll onto its side? 

As you exit the vehicle, Planning continues with a Stuck 

Assessment. Take a 360 degree look around your vehicle, 

underneath and above it, too. Give it a thorough inspection so 

you can assess just how stuck you are. Is the transfer case hung 

up on a tree stump? Are the tires just digging in the sand? Is the 

rear diff hung up on a rock? A good Stuck Assessment, backed 

up with a quality Plan, will allow the extrication to run smoothly. 

Your Plan will include the Mire Factor, what equipment you 

will use, which way the vehicle will be moved, who is in charge 

(incident commander), who will be in the driver’s seat (if possible) 

and contingencies (in case Murphy’s Law jumps in!). 

Then put it into Practice. Practice really starts with trying 

out your equipment at home, making sure you know how it 

works, sounds, handles and the safety aspects involved. Make 

certain that your equipment is broken in, lubricated and in 

good working condition. Familiarity with recovery equipment 

will also make you look good in the field, where you have to 

know how to handle it efficiently in that nasty mud hole at 

11:30pm! 

Mire Factor is a term that accounts for the several contributing 

factors as to why a vehicle is stuck. Those factors 

involve statistics relating to: Gross Vehicle Weight, tire depth in 

soil, number of tires in soil, consistency of soil, condition of 

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soil – frozen vs. wet vs. dry, type of soil – clay, grass, sand, 

rock, etc. - gradient of slope, adhesion factors (suction), and 

weather conditions. Basically it relates to when we look under 

the truck in the mud bog and state: “Shucky down Bubba, 

we’re mired down good this time! Go get the tractor, JD.” 

Now, back to Arizona, where getting that propane truck 

unstuck from the soft, dry sand took some serious planning. 

We had two vehicles with Superwinch 16.5K winches on them 

that we positioned slightly apart, rigged up the ropes and set 

some sand ladders (I use MAXTRAX) under the propane 

truck’s rear tires to help raise the frame up off the sand as it 

moved back. We also had to set a Pull-Pal to anchor one of the 

winch rigs since it wanted to move toward the propane truck. 

As we winched the propane truck back to terra firma we kept 

alternating the MAXTRAX (we had 4) under the rear tires 

which kept the heavy vehicle from sinking again. This effort 

helped reduce the Mire Factor once the propane truck started 

moving. 

The winching effort was pretty sizeable at first since there 

was a lot of dead weight to move. The Mire Factor involved the 

very heavy vehicle, soft dry sand, all tires half way down on a 

level surface. And let’s not forget about that darn propane tank 

being full! It was a typical sunny day in the Sonoran Desert. 

Once the initial pull got the vehicle rolling the winch trucks 

had an easier time of it. I had the driver of the propane truck 

slightly load the torque converter while in reverse gear. This 

kept the drive train slightly moving but not spinning. It helped 

with the lessening of the resistance. 

Sometimes the initial effort to move stuck vehicles can 

overpower recovery equipment if that equipment is not 

specced correctly. A standard SUV that has a curb weight of 

4200 pounds might require an initial effort of 8400 pounds to 

get the vehicle moving. Once that vehicle starts moving it 

becomes “rolling resistance” and can be as low as 1000 

pounds of drag. 

Factors vary on all recovery scenarios, of course. That is 

why I usually recommend most winches be purchased based 

on 1.5 times the gross vehicle weight as a starting point. Work 

effort can be lessened by using a pulley block in the rigging. 

Understanding the rating capacities of the equipment 

being utilized for the rigging during any extraction operation is 

ultimately important. Make sure the winch, jacks, attachment 

devices and attachment points are all rated with the proper 

WLL [working load limit] and have met industry standards 

for Proof Testing and Design Factor conditions. 

See you on the trail, ‘cause you won’t be stuck that long, right? 

P 

Vocabulary: 

Design Factor: An industry term denoting a product’s theoretical reserve 

capability usually computed by dividing the catalog ultimate load by the 

WLL. Generally expressed as a ratio, e.g. 5 to 1 or 5:1; also denoted as a 

Design Safety Factor. 

Tackle Block: (or Block) An assembly consisting of a sheave, side plates, 

and generally an end fitting. An end fitting can consist of a hook, shackle 

or eye. Also known as “tackle block and sheave” assembly (herein 

referred to as TB&S). Side plates may also be referred to as the “cheeks” 

of the block. 

Sheave or Sheave and Bearing Assembly: A wheel with a grooved 

rim for wire or rope to run on while transmitting force during lifting or 

hauling. Usually used to guide or change the direction of the rope or wire. 

Sheaves are configured with a central hub that supports different type uses 

and will be machined with a plain bore or with a bearing surface. 

Plain Bore: very slow line speed, very infrequent use, low load, merely a 

hole bored in the center of the sheave. 

Bronze Bushing: slow line speed, moderate load, moderate use. 

Roller Bearing: faster line speed, more frequent use, greater load. Comes 

in tapered rollers or straight rollers machined to facilitate the shaft applicable 

to the block use. 

Snatch Block: A type of TB&S that allows the user to open the block to 

thread the line without removing attachments on the line end. Snatch 

blocks are intended for infrequent and intermittent use with slow line 

speeds. Most commonly used TB&S in 4x4 vehicle recovery. 

Pulley: The common or “laypersons” term for a grooved wheel. See 

Sheave. 

Reeving: A term used to describe the path of the rope through a system 

of blocks (or one block). A reeving diagram is a pictorial rendering of the 

desired path for the rope. (part of the 3 p’s) 

Shackle: Industry standards dictate the use of Screw Pin Shackles which 

can be used for “in-line” pulling as well as loads where “side-loading” may 

occur. Side-loads will decrease the rated capacity. Never let the screw pin 

rotate under “live line” while in application. There are shackles applicable 

to chain, sling and general usage. Use only shackles with markings forged 

into the product. Look for markings like WLL or SWL with a tonnage designation 

such as: 4.75T or 6.5T. Style names like Bow or “D” are common 

terms. “D” type looks like a d when held sideways. Bow types are more 

rounded and more common to 4-wheelers. There are “pin” type shackles 

that utilize “cir-clip” type closures. Only use Screw Pin type shackles. Size 

and rating designations appropriate for the vehicle at minimal 1.5 times 

the GVW. 

Gross Vehicle Weight: GVW, GVWR(rating), GA(xle)WR, 

C(ombined)AWR – are all applicable to helping decide how much the vehicle 

might weigh when loaded. The best way is to get to a truck scale – try 

a movers’ warehouse, truck stop scale, salvage yard, land fill – they will 

weigh your vehicle for a few dollars. Load it up for the three day trip, kids 

and dogs, cooler and gear. Then write this number with a sharpie on the 

drivers door jam for future reference. 

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MECHANICAL / BRAKE DRUMS, SHOES, ROTORS, CALIPERS 

Wheel Cylinders for 88”, Series II, IIA, III 

RNB535 Front Right, Genuine .......................................................................$ 78.50 

PLB535 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .............................................$ 48.50 

RNB536 Front Left, Genuine..........................................................................$ 78.50 

PLB536 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)................................................$ 48.50 

RNB537 Rear Right, Genuine ........................................................................$ 75.38 

PLB537 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)..............................................$ 52.50 

RNB538 Rear Left, Genuine...........................................................................$ 75.38 

PLB538 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ................................................$ 52.50 

RNB536 Wheel Cylinder 

Wheel Cylinders for 109”, 2.25 

RNB542 Front Right, Genuine .......................................................................$ 51.41 

PLB542 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .............................................$ 44.50 

RNB541 Front Left, Genuine..........................................................................$ 51.41 

PLB541 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)................................................$ 44.50 

RNB535 Rear Right, Genuine ........................................................................$ 78.50 

PLB535 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)..............................................$ 48.50 

RNB536 Rear Left, Genuine...........................................................................$ 78.50 

PLB536 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ................................................$ 48.50 

ProLine Series II, IIA, III Brake Drums 

PLC534 88 Series III 10” Brake Drum, ProLine.........................................$ 39.50 

PLC545 88 Series II, IIA 10” Brake Drum, ProLine...................................$ 42.50 

PLC216 109 Series II, IIA, 2.25ltr thru Suff. G, ProLine ...........................$ 55.00 

PLC504 109 Series IIA, III, 2.25ltr 1971 on, ProLine .................................$ 45.00 

Genuine Series Brake Pipe Kits 

Includes all Genuine metal and rubber flex lines with sealing washers and nuts. 

RNK680 88” Single System, Early Series IIA .............................................$ 167.95 

RNK681 109” Single System .........................................................................$ 169.95 

RNK682 88” Dual Power, Series IIA ............................................................$ 199.50 

RNK683 88” Dual Power, Series III..............................................................$ 199.50 

PLF320 Series Brake Shoes 

Series Brake Shoes 88” and 109” 

Bonded Brake Shoes Sold in Axle Sets (enough for 2 wheels) 

PLF320 88” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front or rear ....................................$ 34.50 

PLF343 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front only, 2.25ltr ..........................$ 41.95 

PLF321 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, rear only, all models....................$ 39.99 

PLF342 Brake Shoes for handbrake, Series IIA/III .................................$ 21.28 

NEW ProLine Brake Calipers with no Core Charge 

Defender 90/110 1993-1997 

PLF300A Defender 90, Front Caliper, NEW, RH...........................................$ 169.00 

PLF301A Defender 90, Front Caliper, NEW, LH ...........................................$ 169.00 

PLB198A Defender 90, Rear Caliper, NEW, RH ...........................................$ 119.95 

PLB197A Defender 90, Rear Caliper, NEW, LH............................................$ 119.95 

PLF200 Defender 110, Front Caliper, NEW, RH.........................................$ 379.00 

PLF201 Defender 110, Front Caliper, NEW, LH .........................................$ 379.00 

Discovery I 1995-1999 

PLB192A Front Caliper, NEW, RH...................................................................$ 179.50 

PLB191A Front Caliper, NEW, LH ...................................................................$ 179.50 

PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, RH ...................................................................$ 119.95 

PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, LH....................................................................$ PLB191A Brake Caliper 119.95 

Discovery II 1999-2004 & Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 

PLD016A Front Caliper, NEW, RH...................................................................$ 138.00 

PLD017A Front Caliper, NEW, LH ...................................................................$ 138.00 

PLD004 Rear Caliper, NEW, RH ...................................................................$ 98.00 

PLD005 Rear Caliper, NEW, LH....................................................................$ 98.00 

Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 

PLB014A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 RH ...................................................$ 159.00 

PLB015A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 LH....................................................$ 159.00 

PLD259A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH, From Vin # 637568 .................$ 179.00 

PLD258A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH, From Vin # 637568..................$ 179.00 

PLB011A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,RH........................$ 149.00 

PLB017A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,LH ........................$ 189.00 

PLB018A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 RH 10mm ........................................$ 139.50 

PLB010A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 LH 10mm.........................................$ 139.80 

PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH 12mm ........................................$ 119.95 

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PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH 12mm.........................................$ 119.95 

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ROTORS, PADS AND KITS 

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GENUINE, ProLine Brake Rotors 

Defender 90 1994-1997 (All years available) 

PLB022A ProLine, front, rotor, each..............................................................$ 39.50 

PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each ...............................................................$ 39.00 

RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor, each.............................................................$ 86.50 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each ..............................................................$ 94.00 

PLB022SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair.................................$ 129.00 

PLB012SD ProLine slotted & drilled, rear, rotor, pair ..................................$ 109.00 

Defender 110 1993 (All years available, please inquire) 


RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each ............................................................$ 71.50 

PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair ................................$ 109.00 

PLB022SD 

Discovery I 1995-1999 ProLine Rotor 


PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each ...............................................................$ 39.00 

RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each.............................................................$ 71.50 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each ..............................................................$ 94.00 

PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair.................................$ 109.00 

PLB012SD ProLine slotted & drilled, rear, rotor, pair .................................$ 109.00 

Discovery II 1999-2004 

PLD013A ProLine, front, rotor, each..............................................................$ 45.00 

PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each ...............................................................$ 39.95 

RND013 Genuine, front, rotor, each.............................................................$ 96.00 

RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each ..............................................................$ 94.00 

PLD013SD ProLine slot drilled, front, rotor, pair...........................................$ 139.00 

PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair ............................................$ 129.00 


PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor ‘87-1989, each ..............................................$ 39.50 

PLB022A ProLine, front, rotor ‘90-1995, each ..............................................$ 39.50 

PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, each ...............................................$ 39.00 

RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor ‘87-1989, each.............................................$ 71.50 

RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor ‘90-1995, each.............................................$ 86.50 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, each ..............................................$ 94.00 

PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, ‘87-1989 rotor, pair .................$ 109.00 

PLB022SD ProLine slot drilled, front, rotor ‘90-1995, pair...........................$ 129.00 

PLB012SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, pair ............................$ 109.00 

Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 

PLD028A ProLine, front, rotor, each..............................................................$ 49.95 

PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each ...............................................................$ 39.95 

RND028 Genuine, front, rotor, each.............................................................$ 99.40 

RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each ..............................................................$ 94.00 

PLD028SD ProLine slotted / drilled, front, rotor, pair...................................$ 129.00 

PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair ............................................$ 129.00 

Lucas Brake Fluid 

GBF4500 Lucas Brake Fluid, 500 ml ..............................................................$ 7.99 

GBF4100 Lucas Brake Fluid, 1 Litre...............................................................$ 14.99 


GENUINE, ProLine Brake Pads 

Defender 90 1994-1997 

RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake pad, set................................................$ 79.20 

PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95 

PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set, without sensor.....................$ 24.95 

PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set, with sensor...........................$ 31.20 

RNF302 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 93.92 

RNF303 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 64.49 

Defender 110 1993 

PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95 

RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake pad, set................................................$ 79.20 

MECHANICAL / BRAKE PADS, MASTER CYLINDER, KITS 

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ON BRAKE 

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RNK6114 Discovery II 


PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 36.50 

PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set..................................................$ 24.95 


PLD036 Brak Pads 

RND036 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 61.90 

PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 45.95 

PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set..................................................$ 39.50 

RND020 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 110.50 


PLB001 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS......................$ 35.95 

PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 36.50 

PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS.......................$ 31.20 

PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995.........................................$ 31.20 

RNB001 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989 ......................................$ 69.00 

RNB002 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995 ......................................$ 78.02 

RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989........................................$ 89.95 

RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 89.95 

Range Rover P38A 1995 - 2002 

PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad ........................................................$ 45.95 

PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad..........................................................$ 39.50 

Range Rover L322 (2003 on) 

RNH715 Genuine, front, Brake Pad set up to 4A159171 ....................$ 119.33 

PLD242 ProLine, front, Brake Pad set up to 4A15917........................$ 39.50 

RNH594 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad set up to 6A000001......................$ 147.73 

Girling Brake Master Cylinders 

Series IIA, III 

PLC752 Series IIA CV 88”.......................................................................$ 79.95 

PLC753 Series IIA CV 109”, (Not Girling).............................................$ 49.95 

PLC454 Series IIA, III, 88”, dual power ...............................................$ 229.95 

PLC762 Series III 109”, dual power......................................................$ 259.00 

Defender 1994 - 1997 

PLF285 Defender 90/110 ........................................................................$ 169.00 


PLB200 Discovery I w/ABS....................................................................$ 229.00 

PLF285 Master Cylinder 


PLD999 Discovery II w/ABS ..................................................................$ 199.00 

Brake Kits 

Both the Genuine and the ProLine brake kits include 2 pads, 2 rotors 

& hardware. 


RNK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS Genuine ...................................$ 209.00 

PLK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS ProLine ....................................$ 99.50 

RNK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH Sensor Genuine ................$ 269.00 

PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine ..........$ 99.50 

RNK6103 Rear Brakes w/o ABS RH Sensor Genuine................$ 259.00 

PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine...........$ 99.50 

RNK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS Genuine.......................................$ 239.00 

PLK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS ProLine........................................$ 109.00 

RNK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS Genuine .......................................$ 269.00 

PLK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS ProLine .......................................$ 99.50 


RNK6112 Front Brakes Genuine ...................................................$ 329.00 

PLK6112 Front Brakes ProLine ....................................................$ 139.95 

RNK6113 Rear Brakes Genuine....................................................$ 276.00 

PLK6113 Rear Brakes ProLine .....................................................$ 99.50 

Discovery Series I 1995 - 1999 





Discovery Series II 1999 - 2004 





Brake Pad Fitting Kits 

PLB204 Front, solid disc, Defender 110 NAS, Discovery I......................$ 4.99 

PLD161 Front, vented, Range Rover Classic, Defender 90 NAS............$ 7.30 

PLH320 Front, non-vented, Range Rover Classic.....................................$ 6.95 

PLH321 Rear, RR Classic, Defender 90, Discovery I ................................$ 5.50 


PLB172 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Lockeed) ...........................$ 229.00 

PLB180 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Girling)...............................$ 199.00 

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MECHANICAL / CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDERS, FUEL, RADIATORS 

Series 2.25 ltr Fuel Pump 

Girling Clutch Master Cylinders 


PLC752 Series II, IIA 1959 - 1968 Girling ........................................$ 79.95 

PLF289 Series IIA, III with integral reservoir 1969 on Girling ....$ 69.95 

Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1995 

PLF289 Defender 90/110 Girling........................................................$ 69.95 


RND939 Discovery I Genuine .............................................................$ 139.95 

Clutch Slave Cylinders 


Slave Cylinder 

PLB599 Series IIA Girling...................................................................$ 79.00 

PLC535 Series III Girling ...................................................................$ 48.95 

Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997 

RNE222 Defender V8 Genuine ...........................................................$ 64.90 

RND627 Defender R380 V8 & 300 Tdi Genuine ...............................$ 79.90 

RND493 Defender R380 Td5 Genuine ..............................................$ 69.80 


RND627 Discovery I V8 Genuine ......................................................$ 79.90 

Fuel Tanks 

RND493 Clutch 

PLC362 88” and 109” Regular, Fuel Tank, 

Petrol & Diesel, ProLine.............................................$ 219.49 

PLH515 Range Rover Classic 1971-1985 style ......................$ 249.00 

PLE114 110 NAS, Range Rover Classic 1987-1991 ..............$ 224.00 

PLE116 Cradle for PLE114 fuel tank ......................................$ 49.00 

PLH650 109 Rear Fuel Tank Series III (Series II, IIA is NLA)..$ 279.00 

PLH652 Fuel Sender for the Rear Fuel Tank Series III 109.$ 47.50 

RNC886 Locking ring for sender Series III ............................$ 5.99 

RNC887 Sealing ring for sender Series III.............................$ 1.94 

PLF360 Military / Auxilary Tank ..............................................$ 459.00 

Series 2.25 ltr 

PLC349 

Fuel Pump, 

PLC349 

2.25ltr. petrol, 

gasket included ...........................................................$ 39.50 

V8 Fuel Pump with 

Fuel Sending Unit 

RNF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, Genuine...............$ 399.80 

PLF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, ProLine ................$ 139.00 

RNE131 Defender 90 1994-1997, Genuine ..............................$ 329.00 

RNF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, Genuine ...........$ 244.50 

PLF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, ProLine ............$ 159.00 

RNF148 Discovery I & II ‘97 - ‘04, from VA737154, 

Genuine.........................................................................$ 542.99 

PLF148 Discovery I & II ‘97 - ‘04, from VA737154, ProLine.$ 399.00 

NEW Radiators 

Series II, IIA, III 

PLC513 2.25 ltr, Series IIA, III, 1970 on Radiator, Proline....$ 329.00 

May be fitted to earlier 2.25 ltr. Land Rovers by fitting late type top hose RNC510 and 

bottom hose PLE407. 


RNC062 w/ Automatic Transmission, Radiator, ProLine .....$ 798.00 

RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine ..........................$ 2.30 


PLC020 ‘87-1988. Radiator, ProLine ........................................$ 439.00 

PLC019A ‘89-1992, Radiator, ProLine ........................................$ 569.00 

RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine ..........................$ 2.30 

Defender 90, 110 1993 - 1997 

RNE130 NAS 90/110 V8 Radiator Assembly, Genuine..........$ 569.00 

PLD500 300 Tdi Radiator with intercooler, ProLine..............$ 639.00 

PLH255 300 Tdi Radiator, ProLine ...........................................$ 298.00 

PLD496 200 Tdi Radiator, ProLine ...........................................$ 289.00 

PLD495 

Radiator with secondary air 

PLF360 Military 

Fuel Tank 

Fuel Filters 

Series II, IIA, III 1959 - 1976 

RFF111 

PLC362 Regular 

Fuel Tank 

PLH650 Rear 

Fuel Tank 

Inline filter with Quick Clamp Fittings, that can 

be adapted to any 5/16” fuel line (ProLine)......................$ 5.90 

Series III 1974 on 

RNE235 2.25 litre petrol, canister type (Genuine)...........................$ 5.90 

Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 

RNF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (Genuine) ........................$ 22.99 

PLF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (ProLine) .........................$ 9.98 

RNC632 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline w/threaded fittings (Genuine) ......$ 19.95 

RFF111 2.25, 2.5 petrol, inline (ProLine) splice in ..........................$ 5.90 

RNC745 2.25, 2.5 na, 2.5 turbo diesel (Genuine)..............................$ 8.35 

RNF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (Genuine).............................$ 24.50 

PLF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (ProLine)..............................$ 12.95 

RND270 Td5, Fuel Filter (Genuine).....................................................$ 59.95 


RNF861 Genuine – threaded both ends..........................................$ 22.99 

PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine .....................................................................$ 9.98 


RNF133 Genuine Fuel Filter Update Kit (required for early 

Range Rover up to LA464553) .............................................$ 98.50 

RNF861 ’87-’95, (threaded both ends), (Genuine)...........................$ 22.99 

PLF861 ‘87-’95, (ProLine)...................................................................$ 9.98 

RNF025 ‘87-90 fuel filter (up to LA464553 

without update kit)................................................................$ 19.50 

NEW Discovery II Radiators 

PLD495 Discovery II Radiator, 1999 - 2004 ............................$ 279.00 

Coolant Expansion Tank 

Range Rover Classic 1990-‘95 / Discovery I 1994-‘99 

PLC007 ........................................................................................$ 38.50 

Filler cap for expansion tank. 

RNC017 ........................................................................................$ 12.53 

PLC007 Coolant 

Expansion Tank 

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MECHANICAL / TRANSFER BOX, CARBURETOR, FOOTWELLS 

Footwell Assemblies Series II, IIA, III 

18 ga. Footwell for complete replacement in all 2.25 Ltr 

RNF0005 LH (driver), Galvanized.........................................................$ 187.90 

RNF0010 Center Bulkhead Assembly, Galvanized ...........................$ 279.00 

PLB722 Bellhousing Cover 4 CYL .....................................................$ 139.00 

RNF0006 RH (passenger), Galvanized................................................$ 151.73 

High-Ratio Series IIA, III Transfer Box 

Increases your road speed by 32% with no change in low range performance. 

Experience quieter, more reliable road performance. Eliminates the weak link caused 

by overdrives being sandwiched between the main box and the transfer box. Normal 

high ratio is 1.148:1, New High-Ratio Modified is 0.781:1, low range ratio is unchanged. 

This READY TO BOLT IN transfer box is completely remanufactured, featuring all new 

bearings, seals and gaskets, including transmission brake assembly. 

HRT1002 Rebuilt High-Ratio Transfer Box..............................................$ 1759.00 

RNF0005 LH Footwell 

PLB722 

Weber Replacement Carburetor 

This high-quality unit is our inexpensive solution to carburetor replacement. 

Italian crafted, this unit bolts onto Land Rovers previously equipped with Zeniths. 

Older Solex-equipped Land Rovers can use it with our conversion kit. 

34ICH Series IIA & III 2.25L.............................................................$ 249.00 

RNF0010 Center Bulkhead 

CHAS29 

Tool Locker Assemblies for Seat Box 

CHAS29 Series II, IIA galvanized with battery pocket in bottom.$ 160.29 

CHAS28 Series III galvanized without battery pocket ...................$ 144.00 

RNF0006 

RH Footwell 

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MECHANICAL / CV JOINTS, OIL FILTERS, ALTERNATORS, STARTER MOTORS 

CV Joint Kits 

A comprehensive kit that includes all the oil seals and gaskets that you 

need to replace your CV Joint. Includes CV joint and grease. Proline kits 

use Genuine seals, gaskets and grease as shown. 

Defender 90 1994-1997 

PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ ProLine CV Joint .................................$ 145.00 

Defender 110 1993 

RNK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 689.00 




NEW 12 Volt Lucas Style Alternator 

PLF193 12 Volt Lucas Style Alternator for Series III .......................$ 99.50 

PLD498 Defender, 2.5 N/A Diesel, 2.5 Turbo Diesel, 

200 TDI, 2.5 Petrol, 3.5 V8, 

Discovery I 1994, 

Range Rover Classic 1987-’88 ................................................$ 219.00 

PLE846 100 amp 4 groove pully, Range Rover Classic 1993-’94 .....$ 239.00 

PLF193 

Genuine CV Joint Kit 

Starter Motor Assemblies 

PLE867 New starter motor, V8..............................................................$ 189.95 

RNF197 2.25 & 2.6 litre petrol, Rebuilt *plus $100 core charge ................$ 269.00 

PLD294 200 & 300 Tdi, New Bosch ......................................................$ 439.00 

CV Joints For ABS and non-ABS 

Defender 90/110 1993-1997 

RNE215 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, RH, Genuine .............................$ 602.00 

RNE216 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, LH, Genuine..............................$ 659.95 

PLD201 Defender 90, 1994 - on, ProLine .............................................$ 99.80 

PLD301 Defender 110, 1993, ProLine ...................................................$ 99.80 


RNE215 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, RH, Genuine .............................$ 602.00 

RNE216 CV Joint & Half Axle Assm, LH, Genuine..............................$ 659.95 

PLD201 CV Joint, ProLine ......................................................................$ 99.80 


RND673 CV Joint, Genuine.....................................................................$ 399.50 


PLX004 Suffix A axles only, CV Joint, ProLine...................................$ 99.98 

PLX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on,CV Joint, ProLine...................................$ 99.80 

RNX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, Genuine.......................................$ 539.00 

PLX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, ProLine ........................................$ 99.98 


RND673 CV Joint, Genuine.....................................................................$ 399.50 

Genuine Oil Filters 

RNF001 V8 – All Range Rover Classic, P38A, 

Discovery I and II, Defender 90/110 ......................................$ 12.95 

RNE589 6 cyl 2.6 litre NADA 109”, petrol.............................................$ 7.99 

RND504 6 cyl 2.5 litre Freelander, petrol..............................................$ 8.68 

RND269 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, diesel, engine oil ......................................$ 12.50 

RNH251 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, Centrifuge element...................................$ 26.20 

RNF001 4 cyl 2.3, 2.5 litre Defender 90/110, petrol.............................$ 12.95 

RNF001 4 cyl 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 200 Tdi, 300 Tdi, diesel...........................$ 12.95 

RNE590 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 5.5” canister ....................$ 8.50 

RNE591 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 7.5” canister ....................$ 8.50 

RNE589 4 cyl 2.0 litre Series I, petrol ...................................................$ 7.99 

Series II, IIA Generators NEW 

RNE647 

CV Joint 

C-40 type Generator, RNE647 

2.25 litre P & D .........................................................................$ 129.00 

ONLY 

$ 74.50 

NEW Water Pumps with Gasket 

Series IIA, III 1961 - 1984 

RNF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, Genuine ..................................$ 129.00 

PLF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, ProLine....................................$ 49.50 

PLC348 2.25 litre petrol, Military, ProLine.................................$ 99.50 

Defender 90/110 1993 - 2006 

RNC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ 199.00 

PLC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine...........................$ 89.00 

RNC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine ...........................$ 289.00 

PLC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine ............................$ 74.50 

RNH257 200 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ 239.00 

RNH258 300 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ 128.00 

RNH360 Td5 diesel, Water Pump, Genuine...............................$ 148.60 


RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine ...................................................$ 289.00 

PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine.....................................................$ 74.50 


RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine..............................................................$ 289.00 

PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine...............................................................$ 74.50 


RNC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 199.00 

PLC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 89.00 

RNC052 ‘95, Water Pump, Genuine.......................................................$ 289.00 

PLC052 ‘95, Water Pump, ProLine........................................................$ 74.50 


RNC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 289.00 

PLC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 74.50 

Hylomar Gasket Sealer 

RNA681 

PLC052 Water Pump 

Official sealer used by Land Rover 

during assembly. Supplied in 3.5 oz. tubes. .........................$ 10.95 

Flex Couplers 

GENUINE Flex Coupler for rear drive shaft, 

95 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I, II 

RND196 Flex Coupler, Genuine 

with hardware...........................................................................$ 98.20 

PLD196 Flex Coupler, ProLine 

RND196 

without hardware .....................................................................$ 49.95 


MECHANICAL / PROPSHAFTS, AIR FILTERS, 02 SENSORS, DISTRIBUTORS 

Genuine Hub Seal Kits 

Includes Genuine hub seal, hub gasket, hub seal race and locker 

for hub nut. 

Series II, IIA, & III 

RNK552 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 24.39 

Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 





RNK5621 1987-’89, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 34.90 



Automatic Transmission Filter Service Kits 

(includes filter, pan gasket and O-rings) For Discovery I,II, Range Rover Classic, 

Range Rover P38A, 1997 Defender. 

PLK312 ZF Trans. Filter Service Kit, 1987-2004...................................$ 27.50 

RNK312 Genuine ZF Trans Filter Kit, 1987-2004 ..................................$ 84.50 

PLK312 Auto Trans. 

Filter Kit 

PLD665 

Drive Shafts 

PLK4100 Proline Discovery I Rear Drive Shaft Update Kit replaces 

Flex Coupler Drive Shaft with Twin U-Joint type. Includes 

new rear Drive Shaft and 4 bolt Differential. 

Flange kit..........................................................................$ 329.50 

Drive Shaft Assemblies with U Joints 

PLF315 Front 88 & 109 Series II, IIA, III 88 & 109....................$ 159.95 

PLE189 Rear 88 Series II, IIA, III 88...........................................$ 178.45 

PLF358 Rear 109 Series II, IIA....................................................$ 199.45 

PLE201 Rear Defender 90 V8......................................................$ 279.00 

PLD665 Front Discovery II ...........................................................$ 399.00 

PLD473 Rear Discovery I & Range Rover Classic 100 inch...$ 229.00 

U Joint Kit 

RNE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC Genuine...$ 44.90 

PLE598 Front & Rear Ser. II, 90, 110, Dsco I, RRC ProLine ....$ 18.95 

RNF411 Front & Rear Dsco I, RRC, Front 90, 110, Genuine ....$ 69.00 

RNE611 Rear Defender 90, 110, Genuine ..................................$ 59.95 

RNE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 66.94 

PLE604 Front & Rear Ser. IIA, III 1964 on ...........................................$ 18.95 

Genuine Air Filters 

Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 

RNF950 NAS 90,110 V8 Genuine ..........................................................$ 11.99 

RNH382 200 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ 29.35 

RNH383 300 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ 29.50 

RNF147 Td5 Diesel Genuine .................................................................$ 17.99 


RNF950 

RNF010 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ 9.63 


RNF147 Genuine, All Discovery II models Genuine ..........................$ 17.99 


RNF012 Range Rover Classic 1974-1985, (2 req) Genuine ..............$ 9.95 

RNF950 Range Rover Classic 1987-1994 Genuine ............................$ 11.99 

RNF010 Range Rover Classic 1995 Genuine ......................................$ 9.63 


RNF011 Range Rover P38A 1995-1997 Genuine ................................$ 16.95 

RNF147 Range Rover P38A 1998-2002 Genuine ................................$ 17.99 

O2 Sensors 

Defender 90/110 1993 - 1997 

RNE029 90/110 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ...............................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 90/110 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req.................................................$ 136.45 

RND292 90 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req.......................................................$ 379.00 


RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req............................................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req .............................................................$ 136.45 

RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req............................................................$ 199.00 

RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL, Genuine, 4 req ...............................................$ 379.00 


RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req................................................................$ 119.00 

PLE910 Front, ProLine, 2 req.................................................................$ 79.90 

RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req.................................................................$ 88.50 

PLE892 Rear, ProLine, 2 req..................................................................$ 74.95 


RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req ......................................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req .......................................................$ RND290 

136.45 


RND290 ‘95-’97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4req...............$ 199.00 

RND292 ‘97-’98 from VA350102 to WA410481, 

Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req ..................................................$ 379.00 

RNE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, Genuine, 2 req ......................$ 119.00 

PLE910 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, ProLine, 2 req........................$ 79.90 

RNE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, Genuine, 2 req .......................$ 88.50 

PLE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, ProLine, 2 req.........................$ 74.95 

New Distributor Assemblies 

RNI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly Genuine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2...............$ 699.00 

PLI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly ProLine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ................$ 269.00 

PLE143 Series II, IIA & III 2.25L 4 cylinder models.................$ 129.00 

NORTH AMERICA’S SOURCE FOR 

LAND ROVER PARTS AT 

THE BEST PRICES 

ROVERSNORTH.COM 

RNI019 

V8 EFI Genuine 

$ 699.00 

PLI019 

V8 EFI ProLine 

$ 269.00 

PLE143 

Series 2.25L 

$ 129.00 


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MECHANICAL / EXHAUST SYSTEMS 

NRP PERFORMANCE 

EXHAUST 

• MORE POWER 

• BETTER FUEL MILEAGE 

THE ULTIMATE IN FIT, PERFORMANCE, & SOUND • IMPROVED OFF-ROAD CLEARANCE 

NRP Rear Stainless Steel Performance Exhaust 

Includes center muffler, tailpipe with resonator, 

all clamps & hanger brackets. 

The NRP stainless steel performance exhaust system is by far the finest stainless 

steel exhaust system we have fitted to a Land Rover! Designed for the do-it-yourselfer, 

this system installs easily and is backed with an original purchaser lifetime 

guarantee. System includes center silencer, tailpipe, all stainless steel 

hangers, hardware and installation instructions. 

RNE0002 Defender 90 ...............................................................................$ 599.00 

RNE0004 Defender 110 .............................................................................$ 649.95 

RNE0005 Discovery I, ’94-1999 ................................................................$ 628.95 

RNE0009 Discovery II, 2000-2002 ............................................................$ 629.95 

RNE0005 Range Rover Classic 1990 on .................................................$ 628.95 

(Range Rover ’87-89 requires complete performance exhaust system) 

RNE0006 Range Rover 1995 - 1998, single outlet P38A, 4.0 / 4.6 .......$ 660.45 

Complete NRP Performance Systems 

Includes catalytic converters, all pipes & hanger brackets. 

When it comes time to replace your Land Rover or Range Rover’s exhaust system, 

why not upgrade to a Stainless Steel exhaust from Rovers North and take 

advantage of an increase in horsepower and torque? You will notice an immediate 

improvement over your old tired system, both at idle and throughout the entire rpm 

range. The NRP exhaust note will give a deep, throaty sound to your Rover V8 

Defender 90 

RNE0012 Manual Gearbox ’94 & ’95.......................................................$1429.00 

RNE0022 Automatic Gearbox ’97 ............................................................$1449.00 

Defender 110 

RNE0024 Manual Gearbox ’93 .................................................................$1488.00 

Discovery I 

RNE0013 Discovery I, Manual, ‘94-1995 ................................................$1459.00 

RNE0033 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘94-1995............................................$1479.00 

RNE0023 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘96 on................................................$1479.00 

RNE0043 Discovery I, Manual, ‘96 on ....................................................$1459.00 


RNE0014 Range Rover Classic ’87-88 ....................................................$1679.00 

RNE0019 Range Rover Classic ’89..........................................................$1639.00 

RNE0015 Range Rover Classic ’90-95 100” ..........................................$1479.00 

RNE0025 Range Rover Classic ’93-95 108” (LWB) ..............................$1449.00 

NRP 88” Series II-III Stainless 

Steel Exhaust System 

Performance Stainless Steel Exhaust 

System for Series II-III 2.25 petrol 

Plan to keep your Series Land Rover forever? Here’s the exhaust 

system to go with it. 

• Increased Power 

• Improved Fuel Mileage 

• Stainless Steel construction 

• Improved Off-Road Clearance 

• Lifetime Warranty for original purchaser 

• Complete with instructions and Stainless Steel hangers. 

RNE0001AA 88” Series II-III Stainless Exhaust System ..........................$ 569.00 

Find all 02 Sensors on pg 41 

NRP SuperCats “Y-Pipe” 

NRP SuperCats Performance Catalytic “Y-Pipe” 

Featuring new high flow performance 

(includes Manifold Gaskets and Nuts) 

RNE0221 Defender 90, 110, 1993-1995...........................................$ 839.00 

RNE0021 Defender 90, 1997 ............................................................$ 859.00 

RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1994-1995................................$ 859.00 

RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 859.00 

RNE0221 Discovery I, Manual, 1994-1995 ....................................$ 839.00 

RNE0221 Discovery I, Manual, 1996-1999 ....................................$ 839.00 

RNE0021 Range Rover Classic 100” .............................................$ 859.00 

RNE0011 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 829.00 

A GREAT INEXPENSIVE 

ALTERNATIVE 

This “Y-Pipe” is a great value, & comes w/ a 24 month warranty. 

PLE122 Range Rover Classic 3.9, 1994-95 Discovery only......$ 589.00 

PLH580 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 699.00 

PLE902 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 598.00 

Rovers North recommends replacing your O2 Sensors upon 

fit. (See pg 43 for our full listing) 

RNE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req .............................$ 299.00 

PLE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req...............................$ 136.45 

RNE029 Range Rover Classic All models, Genuine, 2 req.......$ 299.00 

PLE029 Range Rover Classic All models, ProLine, 2 req........$ 136.45 

Gaskets sold separately Fit between manifold and Y Pipe 

RNE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) Genuine .......................$ 12.50 

PLE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) ProLine .........................$ 5.00 

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A 

DEFENDER FRONT DOOR ASSEMBLES, TAILGATE ASSEMBLY, LOCKS & KEYS & HINGE KITS 

(A) Defender Front Door Assembly 

DFD01R 

DFD01L 

Right hand front door assembly. New 2008 take off. Complete with 

black interior panel and handles. Hinges and key info not included. 

Defender 90/110 ................................................................................................$ 998.00 

Left hand front door assembly. New 2008 take off. Complete with 

black interior panel and handles. Hinges and key info not included. 

Defender 90/110 ................................................................................................$ 998.00 

(B) NEW Defender Tailgate Assembly 

RNI294 New take off tailgate assembly for Defender 90/110 .................................$ 119.00 

Lock & Key 

RNI033 Key blank (not shown)......................................................................................$ 9.08 

RNI324 Lock & key set. 2 barrels & 2 keys (not shown) ..........................................$ 169.00 

DFD01L 

Hinge Kit 

Land Rover has designed a new, non-corrosive alloy for both hinges and bolts to prevent 

exterior body rust. Our kit includes Genuine Defender style hinges with mirror holes, all necessary 

bolts, nuts, washers, gaskets, and clips. Fits Defender 90 and Series II-III 88". 

RNK8060 Defender 90 (not shown) .................................................................................$ 289.00 

RNK8061 Defender 110 (not shown) ...............................................................................$ 549.00 

B 

DFD01R 

Under Body Protection 

RNW5005 Waxoyl Professional Hardwax. Tough, 

black underbody protection, 5 liter tin.............$ 139.50 

RNW5017 Hi-flow application gun for 

Waxoyl Professional Hardwax. .........................$ 34.20 

Cavity Protection 

RNW5003 Waxoyl Professional 120-4 clear cavity wax, 

5 liter tin.................................................................$ 139.50 

RNWHRS HRS Spray Gun for Waxoyl Professional 120-4 

(Required application wands sold separately.) ..............$ 157.43 

RNW5014 K-4 Wand, unidirectional spray tip for external 

and cavity application of 120-4..........................$ 39.00 

RNW5013 K-3 Wand, 360º spray tip for applying 

120-4 inside cavities. ...........................................$ 218.00 

Protect Your 

Investment 

Global defense against the 

elements for your entire vehicle 

Buy a Professional starter kit and SAVE! 

WAX2 

Two gun starter kit. Includes one 5 liter tin of 

Hardwax with the hi-flow HW-98 gun, 

one 5 liter tin of 120-4 and the HRS Spray Gun 

with K-4 and K-3 wands for applying 120-4. ... 

................................................................................$ 498.59 

www.waxoyl-usa.com 

800 403-7591

Sw-e-e-t Land Rover 

Story & Photos by: Mike Thede 

[Mike Thede is a retired Conservation Officer living 

near Owen Sound, Ontario. He has owned his Land 

Rover since it was new and currently uses it for 

cutting firewood and making maple syrup –ed.] 

44

B 

ack in 1969, I began looking for a good four by 

four vehicle to use as a daily transport as well 

as hunting and fishing trips. My neighbor had a 

1963 LWB which he let me drive 

occasionally; I was quite taken by the Land Rover because of 

its uniqueness. I looked over the other vehicles available: the 

International Scout, the Ford Bronco, the Jeepster and the 

Chevy Blazer. These North American vehicles were all priced a 

little higher than the Land Rover, got much poorer gas mileage 

and came with less equipment. 

The Chevy dealer asked, “Do you want a roof with that?” 

and then informed me that would be $700. I thought about 

driving a topless Blazer in the land of the great white north and 

then made tracks for my Land Rover dealer. Actually, the Land 

Rover was the vehicle I wanted from the start. 

On January 3, 1969, I purchased my new Series II-A from 

British United Automobiles in downtown Toronto, which also 

sold Jaguars. I have been driving my IIA daily since then. It cost 

$3000 complete with a tow hitch, AM radio and deluxe 

interior. At the time it was my only vehicle, so it saw services as 

daily transport and for hunting and fishing trips. 

Unfortunately, my image of the indestructible Land Rover 

was severely tarnished when in 1979 I discovered severe rust 

on the frame. The vehicle only had 48,000 miles and 9 years of 

service on it, so it was hard to understand why this much 

corrosion had taken place. I took the vehicle to a professional 

welder friend of mine and asked him to repair it. I was more 

than slightly disappointed when he said there was no frame left 

onto which to weld new steel! He went on to suggest we simply 

build a new frame. I could hardly believe my ears but 

eventually we built a completely new frame from scratch. 

The main frame rails were made with 10 gauge steel, 

approximately 1/8 inch thick and heavier than the original 

material. The rear cross member, front cross member and the 

large member at the front rear spring hangers were made from 

11 gauge steel. The crossmembers under the engine and 

transmission were welded up from heavy walled 2 inch square 

tubing. Spring hangers were cut from 3/16 inch plate. Shock 

absorber mounts were made from heavy walled steel tubing. 

Outriggers were of 14 gauge steel. I made cardboard patterns 

and drawings from the old frame and transferred the 

information to sheets of new steel. The pieces were cut out and 

welded together. The frame was totally closed in with only the 

necessary bolt holes drilled so that no mud and water could 

enter. To my mind Land Rover frames came from the factory 

with many unnecessary holes to collect dirt and water. 

After completion, the frame was sandblasted, painted with 

epoxy primer, two coats of Tremclad, and undercoated. This 

frame has been on the road, winter and summer, for 

26 years and has only required a welding repair to the left 

front outrigger. 

Would I build another frame from scratch? At the time 

I had no idea I could have obtained a new frame from England. 

It would depend on whether or not one was paying full price 

for welding services or if you could do it yourself and how 

much fun you would have doing it. A new galvanized frame 

would probably be the better way to go but not nearly as 

challenging! 

I also did a lot of rebuilding of other parts over the 3 years 

the truck was out of service. Everything (driveshafts, axles, 

45

wheel hubs, springs, radiator, brake system, clutch system, 

body, doors, window frames) was dismantled, inspected and 

overhauled if needed. A new cover was made for the back end 

of the rear differential as it had rusted through completely. New 

toeboards and lower doorposts were made and welded to the 

bulkhead; now I know I could have purchased them too. The 

engine was dismantled and given a ring and valve job. I 

installed a stainless steel exhaust system and stainless steel 

studs for the exhaust manifold to pipe connection with 

stainless nuts and bolts on the rest of the pipe connections. 

I can take apart my exhaust system anytime, like it was put 

together yesterday. I also put in a new Fairey overdrive. 

46 

Many places where Land Rover thought it was acceptable 

to place steel and aluminum together needed severe repairing. 

Door channels were replaced on the bottoms of all 3 doors. 

New aluminum was applied to the bottoms of the front doors. 

The steel spare tire hanger on the back door was removed and 

a new skin was made and applied to the door as the original 

was corroded through. I did not put the tire hanger back on. 

The seat base was repaired on both ends and a new aluminum 

tool box was made and installed. Yes, I know that steel has 

more strength than aluminum, but why Land Rover would 

install a steel tool box to an aluminum seat base? Any places I 

put aluminum and steel together I placed a thick layer of 

caulking between them and have had no trouble with 

corrosion since then. 

Of course this was a major learning experience and 

quickly illustrated the “rebuildability” of the design. I can 

remember having my first Meccano set when I was 5 years old 

and the Land Rover is certainly the ultimate toy in that 

department. This rebuild cost me $2500 and a lot of my time 

but it has been worth every penny. 

I have always had an interest in maple syrup since I was 

young. When I retired from being a Conservation Officer in 

1997, I decided to make maple syrup commercially with a 

small operation. My Land Rover is essential to the syrup operation. 

I make syrup in a slow and old fashioned way, so the 

Land Rover fits right in.

I live in a 50 acre hard maple bush 

on the southern end of Georgian Bay on 

the Niagara Escarpment near Owen 

Sound, Ontario. It is a natural place for a 

syrup operation. It is also a natural place 

to use the Land Rover in a farming operation- 

the original purpose of these versatile 

vehicles. Boiling maple sap requires a 

lot of firewood and I also heat my house 

totally with firewood so cutting, winching 

and hauling firewood is a big job and the 

Land Rover is necessary for this activity. 

Sap is collected from sugar maple 

trees, and boiled down to a sugar concentration 

of 66 degrees Brix. At this point it 

is officially maple syrup. It takes 50 gallons 

of sap to make one gallon of syrup. 

This ratio can range throughout the season 

from 40:1 to 60:1. It takes a lot of 

patience to run a syrup operation, but 

then it takes a lot of patience to operate a 

39 year old vehicle too. 

“Of course this was a major learning experience and quickly illustrated the ‘rebuildability’ of the design. 

I can remember having my first Meccano set when I was 5 years old and the 

Land Rover is certainly the ultimate toy in that department” 

In my operation, the sap is pumped into a 45 gallon barrel 

inside the Land Rover and transported to the sugar shack. 

I used to use two 45 gallon barrels on the truck but when I 

went through two sets of springs in two years, I went to one 

barrel. My bush trail has deteriorated into a deeply rutted track 

so the Land Rover is perfect for hauling sap and firewood. In 

fact, without the Land Rover I would need a 4 wheel drive tractor 

and a pick up truck to do the same type of bush work and 

also have an additional vehicle for highway use. 

The sap is boiled inside the sugar shack on an 80 year old 

pan excavated from a neighboring farm where the current 

owner’s great grandfather used it to make syrup. I made my 

own fireplace to fit this pan. This is a very slow system and 

takes between 14 and 18 hours to boil 4 barrels of sap down 

to syrup. The variation in time is due to the sugar content of the 

sap, (it can change daily), atmospheric conditions, the quality 

of the firewood and the amount of help available – most days 

there is no help. Some days, we have to slow down for repairs 

to the syrup equipment or the Land Rover. Four barrels of sap 

generally produce about 16 quarts of syrup which is then filtered 

and bottled and sold here at home. 

We get tourists and school groups here to see the operation 

and usually somebody asks if they can buy the Land Rover. 

I always reply that it is not for sale as I am taking it with me to 

my next destination. The longer I own it the better I like it. The 

design is ingenious and it is still the only vehicle one can use 

as a tractor in the bush and immediately after drive it on the 

highway at reasonable highway speeds. 

I rebuilt the engine 9 years ago at 100,000 miles and have 

put another 50,000 miles on it since. There are also thousands 

of engine hours of “bush use” which don’t show up on the 

odometer. Although there is always something to fix on it 

(today I am replacing a front frame spring bushing), I have 

enjoyed driving it for 39 years and it has only left me stopped 

on the highway once (my wife has had it quit on her 3 times, 

but that’s another story). I expect to keep my Land Rover as 

long as I am driving --- and keep maintaining it too. 

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precise, focused beam pattern that turns night into day! A direct replacement for 

factory headlamps on all Range Rover Classic, Defender, and Series models. 60 watt 

high beam / 55 watt low beam. 7” dia. 

RNC673 Hella Vision Plus Headlamp Conversion ....................................$ 39.95 ea 

(B) Replacement Headlamp Bulbs 

RNE800 H4 Land Rover Genuine Xenon Bulb, Single..............................$ 18.28 

RNE880 H4 Land Rover Genuine Xenon Bulb, Set...................................$ 30.19 

RNE869* H4 80w low/100w high (off-road use only).................................$ 9.95 

RNE852 * H4 55w low/100w high (off-road use only).................................$ 9.95 

RNH241 Land Rover Genuine Bulb Kit........................................................$ 43.85 

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includes wiring and white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: above the 

bumper. 6 3/8” dia. 

RNC681 Hella 500 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 79.50 

RNC682 Hella 500 Clear Fog Lamp Kit........................................................$ 79.50 

RNC683 Hella 500 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 73.45 

RNC699 Hella 500 Stone Shield...................................................................$ 9.50 ea 

RNC701 Hella 500 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 10.90 ea 

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Choose from fog or driving lamps. Kit includes: two lights, wiring harness, relay, wiring 

and white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: below the bumper. 7 11/16” 

W x 4 11/16” H x 3 1/4” D. 

RNH264 Hella 550 Driving Lamp Kit ............................................................$ 98.50 

RNH263 Hella 550 Clear Fog Lamp Kit........................................................$ 98.50 

RNH333 Hella 550 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .....................................................$ 96.00 

RNH914 550 Stone Shields ...........................................................................$ 6.56 

RNC702 Hella 550 Clear Cover.....................................................................$ 11.03 ea 

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The perfect lamp for limited space on your Land Rover. 2 Lights wiring & mounting 

hardware included. Dimensions: 2 9/16”H x 4 5/8” W x 3 3/4” D. 

RNH337 Hella FF50 Driving Lamp Kit ..........................................................$ 99.95 

RNH338 Hella FF50 Fog Lamp Kit.................................................................$ 92.35 

RNF675 Replacement Hella bulb H3 55w ..................................................$ 5.00 

RNF665 Replacement Hella blub H3 100w (relay required) ...................$ 5.76 

RNE234 15 amp with fuse.............................................................................$ 12.50 

RNC715 12 volt / 30 amp ...............................................................................$ 8.95 

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provides a very bright, 180° panorama. The kit includes everything you’ll need: 

lamp, black coated stainless steel bracket, dash switch, wiring harness, relay 

and instructions. And a bonus - there’s no drilling of body work required. 

RNA635 Genuine Land Rover Work Lamp Kit ...........................................$ 96.79 

RNC950 Hella Dual Beam Work Lamp Kit..................................................$ 198.00 

RNE675 Replacement Hella Bulb H3 55w (for RNC950)..........................$ 3.14 ea 

RNF665 Replacement Hella Bulb H3 100w (relay required)...................$ 5.76 ea 

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use: above the bumper, brush guards and roof racks. 7 3/8” dia. Off-road use only. 

RNC680 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic Kit ..............................................$ 239.00 

RNK5804 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic, Land Rover grilles .................$ 279.00 

RNC705 Stone Shield....................................................................................$ 13.50 e a 

RNC698 Clear Cover .....................................................................................$ 10.99 ea 

RND266 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 55w.................................................$ 3.98 

RNH334 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 100w...............................................$ 7.30 

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beam when lamp is on. High quality Free Form (FF) reflector, Low weight with sturdy 

reinforced ABS plastic housing (important for roof attachment), bonded watertight 

assembly. Wiring harness sold separately. Dimensions: 9 15/16" H x 8 12/16" W x 4 

15/16" D. Off-road use only. 

74545 Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue Driving Lamp (7000 ft.).................$ 104.50 ea 

74546 Hella Rallye 3000 Cool Blue Euro Lamp (13,300 ft.) ..................$ 145.95 ea 

78105 Replacement Hella Bulb H1 12V 55W ........................................$ 3.90 ea 

78110 Replacement Hella Bulb H1 12V 100W ......................................$ 5.20 ea 

87199 Hella Wiring Harness....................................................................$ 53.85 

77625 Grille Set Rally 3000.......................................................................$ 28.30 

79381 Stone Shield Hella 3000 ................................................................$ 12.55 

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stone shields & wiring harness...................................................$ 289.00 

RNC677 Rallye 4000 Fog Lamp (inc. stone shield)...................................$ 104.99 ea 

RNC678 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Beam 

(inc. stone shield) ..........................................................................$ 119.00 ea 

RNC679 Rallye 4000 Pencil Beam (inc. stone shield) .............................$ 112.50 e a 

RNC717 Hella Rallye 4000 Wiring Harness...............................................$ 64.00 e a 

RNC708 Protective Grille .............................................................................$ 22.99 ea 

RNC709 Replacement Stone Shield...........................................................$ 13.95 ea 

RNC700 Clear Cover .....................................................................................$ 10.49 ea 

RND282 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 55W for all except fog lamp .........$ 3.90 ea 

RNH335 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 100W (relay required)....................$ 5.20 ea 

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BEHIND THESTEERING WHEEL 

By Jeffrey B. Aronson 

While driving the QE I, my ’66 Series II-A 88” SW, down 

Vermont’s I- 91 late one winter, I noticed the power dropping 

off dramatically. Good fortune dictated that this would happen 

right near a rest area so I coasted in and opened the hood. 

Nothing looked amiss electrically so I pulled a spark plug, and 

then all four. Each plug resembled a licorice stick. A sooty, oily 

gunk covered up what should have been the electrode gap. I 

cleaned each plug in turn, screwed them back in, started up 

the car and continued on my way. 

Two questions sprang to mind. How did the plugs get so 

coated, and how on earth did the car keep running? 

The latter question underscores one of the endearing 

qualities of Land Rovers. Unlike their owners, they don’t show 

their age. Long after its mechanical condition dictates it should 

be parked Land Rovers, Range Rovers and Discoverys continue 

to muddle through. While my back was killing me from 

splitting firewood, the Rover ran – albeit hesitating and underpowered 

- as if it had received proper service from its owner. 

My “garage” consists of an open plot surrounded by ocean 

and trees – lovely in the warmer months but miserable in the 

endless snow and cold of this winter. So when the opportunity 

arose for me to tune-up the Rover in a heated building, I 

jumped at the chance. Before jealously sets in, please note that 

this luxury came with a price. 

The building houses our local electric co-op’s line crew’s 

equipment and at the end of every work day, the 5-man crew 

and a gaggle of local fishermen, carpenters, plumbers and 

electricians file in. Ever on the lookout for entertainment, they 

allowed me inside to work on the Rover. 

Much merriment ensued as I lifted up the hood, stood on 

a milk crate and reached over to remove the air cleaner and 

distributor cap. “I’ve never seen a Land Rover with its hood 

down,” cried one audience member to the evident delight of 

the others. “Where do you keep the hamster?” said another as 

the audience convulsed in laughter. “What are you doing, 

lubricating the rubber band?” called out one wit, as audience 

members knees slapped all around him. It sounded like the 

laugh track in a Monty Python skit. 

Their sore throats, parched from sending out insults and 

guffawing with merriment, received the soothing caress of liquids 

generally associated with Clydesdales. As I progressed 

from the oil change to the ignition tune-up, their restored vocal 

chords found new ways to express their pleasure. You can only 

imagine the reaction when I pulled out the hand crank from 

behind the seat and called for one of the skeptics to turn the 

engine slowly as I observed the points opening on the top of 

the distributor cam lobe. A crank? These guys have pickups 

with electric windows and automatic door locks! 

For a change, I gapped the points correctly, got the firing 

order correct on the new cap and remembered to install 

the rotor before clamping on the cap. The car started right up 

and reminded me just how sweet the sound of a tuned 

2.25 can be. It also garnered a curtain call razzing from 

the well-entertained audience. 

That night on the radio news, I heard that Citibank will pay 

the New York Mets $400 million over 20 years to put its name 

on the Mets’ new stadium in New York City. We’re all shareholders 

now in Citibank, so as business partners I ask your 

permission to have Citi transfer its naming rights from the stadium 

to my newly-planned, shovel –ready heated garage project 

here on the island. It will cost far, far less than $400 million 

and I won’t have to be the island’s entertainment at every 

scheduled maintenance. 

Winter in New England has brought avalanches of snow and 

gusts of cold this season, limiting outdoor work to cutting up 

blown down trees and splitting firewood. It’s also a great time 

to watch DVDs by the woodstove. 

Always looking for more information on Land Rovers, I 

found myself viewing Tanya Roberts [Charlie’s Angels, Bond 

girl] in Sheena, as in Queen of the Jungle. Well, she’s certainly 

not George of the Jungle. This 1984 British epic answers several 

long-running questions: to wit, can a scantily-clad woman 

riding bareback on a zebra chase down a Series III 109”; can 

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a homemade arrow pierce the seatback bulkhead of a 109”, 

can an early Range Rover, driven by a sportscaster and his 

cameraman, follow an elephant and a scantily-clad woman 

riding a zebra through the jungle and can a 109” driven by a 

heroic television sports reporter smash into and flip over 

another 109” driven by former NFL placekicker-now evil 

prince of an African country? The answer in each case is, “yes.” 

I also learned that the excellent forward vision of the 

Range Rover enables the driver and passenger to have a spectacular 

view of a lioness and a scantily-clad woman when they 

jump on the hood of the car. We all know that the twin-SU carb 

3.5 could be hard to start when hot; this was accurately portrayed 

when the mercenaries attacked the scantily-clad woman 

and the sportscaster. As they ran off through the forest the cameraman 

drove away on his mission, I’m pleased to report that 

the Range Rover withstood machine gun fire as well as a 

grenade – but you knew that already. 

As befits a movie shot in Kenya there are lots of Land 

Rovers, African wildlife and stunning scenery in the movie, 

which help make up for the lame dialogue. Scroll through the 

credits and you’ll find that Lorenzo Semple, Jr. (of Batman and 

Carlton the Doorman fame) helped write the screenplay. That 

would explain the scene in which the television sports reporter, 

riding bareback on the zebra with Sheena, says to her “Your 

hair smells fantastic. What do you use for a shampoo?” 

Joe Bob Briggs, the preeminent arbiter of drive-in and ultimate 

B movies, gave Sheena 4 out of 5 stars. If you’re tired of 

The Gods Must Be Crazy, I recommend it. 

The high winds this season have assured vultures like me a 

good supply of firewood, as long as I take my Land Rover into 

the woods to cut up the blown down trees. 

Not long ago, I backed the II-A down a slope off a dirt lane 

to pile newly cut wood into the car. The forest floor was soft 

and the Rover’s nose stuck up at a 30 degree angle. I started to 

load up the wood I had cut when a neighbor drove down the 

lane in his Chevy 4x4 pickup. He looked at the Rover and 

asked if I needed a tow. I asked him, “Why?” “You mean you 

drove the Rover down there.” he asked? “I wouldn’t take my 

truck there;” this from a man who owns three GM pickups, all 

used for snowplowing. Too bad he doesn’t own a Land Rover. 

Meanwhile, this February much of England, Scotland and 

Wales seemed paralyzed for a few days under the sudden 

onslaught of 10-20 inches of snow. Boris Johnson, the Lord 

Mayor of London, had to admit the city owns no snowplows 

and cancelled out all double-decker bus service because of 

slippery roads. Tube and train service was seriously curtailed. 

Graciously he agreed to lift the “congestion tax,” a fee on 

vehicular traffic in central London aimed largely at Land 

Rovers and similar SUV’s. He actually applauded those drivers 

“who decided to come into work this day despite the weather.” 

It’s good to acknowledge Land Rovers, isn’t it? As Land Rover 

enthusiasts here know, owning a Land Rover eliminates 

weather as an excuse for not getting to work during a storm. 

Nationally the UK government must pay attention to Land Rover, 

too. From 2004-2007, Land Rover set records including their 

first-ever sale of over 200,000 vehicles in a single year. In 2008 

Land Rover saw sales tumble by 18% to 185,000 vehicles. 

Land Rover is projecting fewer sales in 2009. 

Like US-based auto companies, Land Rover has reduced 

its workforce, shut down factories for longer periods than 

usual and instituted reduced work weeks. Together Land Rover 

and Jaguar employ over 15,000 people in the UK. In November 

2008, Land Rover officials called for their government to assist 

the auto industry with loans totaling just under $3 billion. After 

some grumbling, that wealthy and Indian parent Tata should 

pay more for their adopted children Land Rover and Jaguar, 

Britain did extend credit to Land Rover. 

The UK kept only about 38,000 Land Rovers of all models 

in 2008. Land Rover still exports 78% of all its vehicles to 169 

countries, an astounding feat for such a small automobile 

company. Let’s hope this success keeps the Defender around 

and produced in Great Britain, and eventually, back in the USA. 

For all the genuine economic challenges we confront, the good 

news your - Land Rover, Range Rover, Discovery, LR 3 or 

Freelander - is in your garage. Be thankful you didn’t choose a 

Toyota Land Cruiser. The New York Times called the 2009 Land 

Cruiser an “old friend who seems to have ballooned to almost 

unrecognizable dimensions... a temple of tumescence.” 

The reviewer asks “Why did Toyota reduce the new 

model’s ground clearance, and the approach, departure and 

break-over angles that are so crucial in hard-core off-roading? 

A height-adjustable suspension might have compensated for 

those losses, but one is not offered. Another head-scratcher: 

Why is the housing of the rear differential made of lightweight 

(and relatively fragile) aluminum?” Good questions, all. 

Instead, anyone fancy a 2007 Range Rover? It seems that 

Bernard Madoff, the financier whose $50 billion Ponzi scheme 

collapsed this winter, needs to reduce expenses. Each year he 

shelled out $117,329 for leases on: the Range Rover, a 2009 

Mercedes S550 [leased in October, 2008, no less], a 2008 

Cadillac DTS, a 2007 Mercedes S550, a 2008 Mercedes GL450 

sport-utility vehicle and a 2006 Lexus. When you’re under 

24-hour house arrest, the need for multiple vehicles 

diminishes somewhat. 

P 

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Discovery II to LR3An Evolut 

Photo curtosy of Land Rover Media

ion of Success 

Story & Photos by: 

Josh Williams | Land Rover Experience 

[Josh Williams, Manchester, VT, 

calls serving as the Location 

Manager for the Land Rover 

Experience at the Equinox – in 

other words, going off road in new 

Land Rovers all day – “work.” He 

provides an update on the newest 

Land Rovers for us –ed.]

L 

et me say right off, there was a time when 

I favored the Discovery. After graduating 

from Montreat College in North Carolina in 

2004, I started working for The Land 

Rover Experience at the Biltmore Estate in 

Asheville, NC. There my vehicle of choice 

was the Discovery. We also used Range Rovers and Freelanders 

- but I preferred the Discovery. 

The Discovery proved itself a great vehicle to learn the 

“ins” and “outs” of Land Rover. It taught me how to bleed 

green in more ways than one! At tremendous driving locations 

like the Greenbrier [VA] and Biltmore Estate I learned to hear 

and to feel the vehicle. From the driver’s seat of the Discovery 

I feel like I’m on top of the world and there is nothing like the 

sound of the V8 - to this day I hear a Discovery well before I 

see it. 

At our school in Quebec, Land Rover launched the LR3, an 

all-new vehicle from the ground up. At first sight of the LR3 I 

thought, “This thing is nowhere near as capable or as rugged 

as the Discovery.” Man, was I wrong! 

The LR3 incorporates many styling elements of the 

Discovery and brings them into the future. The product of an 

For example, I always felt like I had to crawl to get into a 

Discovery, especially in the middle seats. With the LR3, it’s easy 

in and easy out. The rear doors open wider and you don’t feel 

wedged getting into the back. The new tailgate, replacing the 

5th door, is much easier to access with stuff in your hands. [It 

also provides a great place to sit while putting on your mud 

boots! – ed.] It might seem petty, but the 11 cup holders and 

2 gloves boxes are needed touches. Indeed they fill up quickly. 

The LR3 also has many other finer touches that make a big 

difference. 

The tailgate of the LR3 offers a good example of one such 

upgrade. “Jeep,” my beagle, loves to ride in the back of my ’91 

Range Rover Classic. Every morning my workout starts early 

when I load him in the back. The tailgate of the Classic has no 

hydraulic assist and feels like it’s filled with cement. While 

great for building biceps it’s not so good on the back. 

Land Rover removed this inconvenience in the LR3 by adding 

a cable to a spring-loaded roller, which equalizes much of the 

tailgate weight for gentle lowering and easy lifting. If only my 

Classic had such an amenity! 

The best improvements of the LR3 are where it counts 

most, in the drive train and off-road capabilities! Let’s start with 

obvious evolution, the silhouette of the Discovery remains recognizable 

in the LR3. Inside the LR3 has all the best features of 

the Discovery: The tall, upright seating, stadium view for the 

passengers and the ability to look down the hood and see the 

corners of the vehicle. But, the LR3 does more than just pay 

homage to the Discovery; it fixes all those details we wanted to 

change about the Discovery. 

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the transmission. The LR3 features an automatic transmission 

with Adaptive Shift Strategy that uses sensors to calculate the 

way the vehicle is being driven and then adapts the gear change 

points accordingly. The system is programmed to give the driver 

maximum response when driving aggressively, but maximum 

economy when driving at a more leisurely pace. Sensors 

calculate driving style by reading acceleration, engine speed,

JOSH WILLIAMS INSTRUCTING 

engine torque, pedal position and wheel speeds. Using these 

signals, the system selects the most appropriate shift pattern to 

match the current driving style. 

This transmission also helps protect the engine. In high 

range, it will automatically shift up or down to prevent overrevving 

or stalling. In low range, this feature is overridden to 

allow the vehicle to move off in higher gear, which can be useful 

in slippery conditions. 

The driver-selectable modes within the transmission are: 

Normal, Sport and CommandShift. The rest are automatically 

selected as a response to driving conditions: Hill Decent 

Control Mode, Cruise, Hill, Reverse lock-out, Cooling strategy, 

Curve recognition, fast off recognition, Emergency 

“Limp Home” and Terrain Response Mode (which adapts 

vehicle performance to deliver optimum performance for 

driver-selected terrain). 

Driving in more extreme off-road conditions traditionally 

requires more intervention by the driver (for example, locking 

the differential). If you lack knowledge and experience, offroading 

can be stressful. With Terrain Response, it’s “like having 

and expert alongside the driver,” helping get the best performance 

for the conditions. A few of the systems that Terrain 

Response controls include: Engine Management, 

Transmission, Electronic Differentials, Hill Decent Control, 

Gear Range, Electronic Traction Control, Dynamic Stability 

Control, and the Air Suspension. Terrain Response optimizes 

the electronic systems to suit the conditions, allowing the driver 

to concentrate on controlling the vehicle. As long as the 

driver selects the right terrain setting, the vehicle will enhance 

the off road experience. 

And… if you were thinking about it… Don’t cut any wires! 

Most of the LR3’s wiring is fiber optic. 

As a V-8 lover, I welcome the new 4.4-liter engine. It delivers 

smooth and responsive performance. The power train also 

demonstrates good environmental performance in CO2 output 

and other emissions. Equally important is the ability to run on 

a variety of lubricants with long distances between oil changes. 

The 4.4-liter V8 engine also improves low end torque over the 

preceding 4.2 engine. This new engine features a greater use 

of lightweight components, variable valve timing, multi-hole 

fuel injectors, exhaust gas recirculation and electronic throttle 

control. 

To achieve improved on-road performance, the LR3 has 

an electronically controlled air suspension system similar to 

that of the Range Rover. The all-independent suspension on 

LR3 results in lower unsprung weight, providing a smoother 

ride and better handling. Off-road the air suspension lifts the 

vehicle, providing greater ground clearance and better 

approach, departure and ramp break-over angles. Off-roading 

in a stock LR3 you can lift more than 4 inches above normal 

ride height. In low range the air suspension will mimic a solid 

axle using cross-link, which enables the air spring pressure to 

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e balanced, maximizing off-road agility while maintaining onroad 

handling, precision and response. 

My favorite feature of the LR3 has to be the infinitely variable 

electronic locking center and rear differentials. The infinitely 

variable electronic locking center differential comes 

standard (a rear system is optional) and gives LR3 impressive 

off-road abilities. What’s the advantage over the familiar manual 

locking system? More conventional limited slip and torquesensing, 

differentials always try to transfer torque from one 

wheel to another on the same axle whenever there is a difference 

in wheel speed. In most situations this is exactly what is 

required, but there are some circumstances where this is 

unhelpful. 

An electronically controlled differential can behave in 

whichever manner is most appropriate for the individual circumstances 

and allow the differential to be ‘open’, ‘locked’ or 

any degree of ‘limited slip’ in between. For example: Imagine 

that one rear wheel loses traction while climbing a hill. With a 

conventional limited Slip or Torsen differential, traction control 

would operate to brake the spinning wheel and transfer 

more torque to the opposite wheel. If that wheel then loses 

traction, more braking force will be applied to transfer drive to 

the front axle. However, the driver is now trying to drive uphill 

with the brakes on – slowing the vehicle down, losing momentum 

and possibly failing to complete the hill climb. With the 

LR3’s infinitely variable electronic locking center and rear differential, 

the ABS sensors detect the spinning wheel, trigger the 

differential control system to transfer torque to the wheels with 

traction – but do not apply the brakes; traction is regained and 

full engine torque remains available to climb the hill. 

Or, imagine that you are descending a steep, slippery hill. 

With a Limited Slip differential or Torsen differential, braking 

one wheel will cause some braking force to be transferred to 

the opposite wheel, which in turn may need to be braked further 

if it is trying to lock. The electronic differential are 

switched to ‘open’ when Hill Descent Control is in operation, 

so braking forces applied to an individual wheel do not affect 

any others. 

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The new Land Rovers make it possible to control your offroading 

pace more than ever. In many conditions with the 

older Land Rovers, “putting some wellie to it” was proper offroading 

technique. While the Wellie on the accelerator helps 

get through obstacles, it also increases the likelihood of vehicle 

damage. With the LR3 I more often use the “point and 

squirt” technique, using left foot on the brake and the right on 

the gas. The computer sorts out the inputs providing proper 

torque and the slow speeds to conquer the obstacle without 

vehicle damage. 

The LR3 makes off-roading or trailering easier with 

improved transfer case operation. The LR3’s transfer box can 

go from high range to low range without bringing the vehicle 

to a stop. We’re not talking about walking pace but speeds in 

excess of 30 MPH! 

Whether you drive the flagship Range Rover, the Range 

Rover Sport, the LR3 or the most advanced Land Rover, the 

LR2, the Land Rover core values of marque we all love remain 

the same. Land Rover is as off-road-centric as ever, only today 

we see computers and fiber optics behind the green (and 

sometimes black) oval. And because this technology is 

designed for off-road it’s durable. I would not ask you to dunk 

your new Mac Book Pro into a mud hole, but I will ask you to 

do that to your new Land Rover. Land Rover likes to say that it 

leads in iconic design, environmental innovation, and the 

breadth of capability; the current Land Rover lineup certainly 

backs up these claims off-road. 

Visit any of the Land Rover Experience Driving Schools 

across North America; we love to help new enthusiasts enter 

the world of off road exploration in their Land Rovers or share 

experiences with the seasoned off-roader. Join the 6,000 

enthusiasts annually who participate in the Land Rover 

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ELECTRIC WINDOW REGULATORS & MOTORS / DISCOVERY I, II & RANCER ROVER CLASSIC 

Regulator 

Motor 

Range Rover Classic ‘95 from SA658967 

2. RNH542 RH Front.........$155.95 RNH949 .......$ 185.93............Genuine 

PLH542 RH Front.........$ 69.00 PLH949 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

RNH541 LH Front .........$148.00 RNH951 .......$ 198.91............Genuine 

PLH541 LH Front .........$ 69.00 PLH951 ........$ 98.50............Proline 

RNH945 RH Rear .........$129.72 RNH951 .......$ 198.91............Genuine 

PLH945 RH Rear .........$ 74.50 PLH951 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

RNH947 LH Rear..........$136.21 RNH949 .......$ 185.93............Genuine 

PLH947 LH Rear..........$ 74.50 PLH949 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

Range Rover Classic SWB up to SA658966 

6. RNH539 RH Front.........$103.10 RNI317.........$ 395.40............Genuine 

PLH539 RH Front.........$ 89.50 ..................... .................ProLine 

RNH540 LH Front .........$ 98.97 RNI318.........$ 395.40............Genuine 

PLH540 LH Front ........$ 89.50 ..................... .................ProLine 

4. RNH944 RH Rear .........$ 75.62 RNI323.........$ 202.96............Genuine 

RNH946 LR Rear ..........$ 79.54 RNI322.........$ 118.22............Genuine 

Discovery I up to SA137189 



RNH540 LH Front .........$ 98.97 RNH950 .......$ 371.31............Genuine 

PLH540 LH Front .........$ 89.50 PLH950 ........$ 199.95............ProLine 

4. RNH944 RH Rear .........$ 75.62 RNH952 .......$ 81.85............Genuine 

RNH946 LH Rear..........$ 79.54 RNH953 .......$ 399.85............Genuine 

Discovery I from SA137190 





RNH945 RH Rear .........$129.72 RNH949 .......$ 185.93............Genuine 

PLH945 RH Rear .........$ 74.50 PLH949 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

RNH947 LH Rear..........$136.21 RNH951 .......$ 198.91............Genuine 

PLH947 LH Rear..........$ 74.50 PLH951 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

Discovery II 





Regulator 

Motor 

Discovery II up to 1A719661 

1. RNI315 RH Rear .........$195.00 RNH949 .......$ 185.93............Genuine 

PLI315 RH Rear .........$ 69.50 PLH949 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

RNI316 LH Rear..........$195.00 RNH951 .......$ 198.91............Genuine 

PLI316 LH Rear..........$ 69.50 PLH951 ........$ 98.50............ProLine 

Discovery II from 1A719662 

1. RNI315 RH Rear .........$195.00 RNI319.........$ 171.00............Genuine 

PLI315 RH Rear .........$ 69.50 ..................... .................ProLine 

RNI316 LH Rear..........$195.00 RNI320.........$ 171.00............Genuine 

PLI316 LH Rear..........$ 69.50 ..................... .................ProLine 

(2) (4) 

(6) (1) 

Window 

Regulator 

Window Motor 


Windscreen Wipers, Blades, Arms & Motors 

1. RND255 Wiper Arm, Stainless steel and chrome finish late type, Left ........$ 10.45 

2. RND256 Wiper Arm, Stainless steel and chrome finish late type, Right......$ 10.45 

3. PLD285 Wiper Blade, black.................................................................................$ 5.95 

4. RNK819-2 Wiper kit with both arms and 2 blades...............................................$ 26.24 

5. RNC257 Wiper arm, Series I, II, IIA for independent wiper motor, 

positive earth, ProLine...........................................................................$ 26.78 

6. RNE612 Wiper Blade Replacement for independent wiper motors, 

positive earth, with original hook type arm, ProLine........................$ 17.50 

7. RNF238 Wiper Blade, Series IIA, III negative earth, Front & Rear...............$ 10.45 

8. RNF402 Adapter Fastener between arm and shaft, All Models....................$ 11.15 

9. RNE519 Wheel Box Assembly, Series IIA Suffix F on, Series III...................$ 49.95 

10. RNH502 Wiper spindle seal..................................................................................$ 8.14 

WIPER BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS / SERIES II, IIA, III 

11. RNE481 Reservoir for Washer Fluid, Series IIA, III .........................................$ 39.43 

12. RNE482 Cap for Reservoir....................................................................................$ 12.48 

13. RNF359 Washer Motor, Series IIA, III Mounts independent of reservoir ...$ 49.66 

14. RNC772 One way Valve for Reservoir ................................................................$ 6.71 

15. RNC657 Inline Check Valve ..................................................................................$ 11.19 

16. RNE510 Tee Piece..................................................................................................$ 2.86 

17. RNE638 Tubing for Washer System, Sold by the meter, All Models.............$ 0.95 

19. RNE652 Windscreen Wiper Motor, 2 Speed, Series IIA, 1968 on .................$ 210.95 

20. RNB988 Drive Gear For Motor, Series IIA, Suffix F on, Series III..................$ 71.59 

21. RNC377 Switch, Single Speed 1967-1968 ..........................................................$ 83.27 

22. RNE809 Switch, 2 Speed 1969 – 1983.................................................................$ 114.25 

RNC755 Knob for 2 Speed wiper switch............................................................$ 11.84 

23. RNE488 Washer Jet Assembly, Series IIA, III ..................................................$ 15.98 

16 

23 

5 

15 

6 

22 

21 

10 

8 

17 

9 

12 

11 

19 

1 

3 

7 

13 

20 

2 

2 

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WIPER BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS / SERIES II, IIA, III DEFENDER 90, 110 

(1) DEFENDER 90 NAS 1994, ‘95, ‘97 - DEFENDER 110 NAS 1993 

WINDSCREEN WIPERS, BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS 

(2) DEFENDER 110 NAS 

WASHER RESERVOIRS & PUMPS 

15 

13 

10 

12 

9 

16 

14 

17 

11 

8 

18 

5 

2 

14 

13 

12 

15 

14 

2 

3 

1 

1 

6 

9 10 

11 

7 

4 

7 

8 

6 

5 

4 

3 

(3) DEFENDER 90 NAS SOFT TOP 


15 16 

(4) DEFENDER 90 NAS STATION WAGON 1995, ‘97 


15 

17 

13 

11 

14 

12 

12 

18 

16 

12 

16 

18 

13 

14 

13 

20 

12 

12 

3 

2 

5 

12 

2 

3 

1 

8 

4 

7 

6 

1 

9 

11 

10 

17 

2 

3 

7 6 5 

10 

8 

9 

4 

19 


WIPER BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS / SERIES II, IIA, III DEFENDER 90, 110 

(5) DEFENDER 1993, ‘95. ‘97 

REAR DOOR WIPER & MOTOR 

1 

2 

4 

3 

(1) Defender 90 NAS 1994, ‘95, ‘97 

Defender 110 NAS 1993 

Windscreen Wipers, Blades, Arms & Motors 

1. RNE652 Windscreen Wiper Motor, Defender 90, 110, Front ..........................$ 210.95 

2. RNI263 Wiper Motor Brush Assembly, Defender 90, 110, Front...................$ 29.48 

3. RNC227 Park Switch, Defender 90/110, Front or Rear ....................................$ 33.21 

4. RNC220 Drive Gear For Front Wiper Motor, Defender 90, 110.......................$ 58.78 

5. RND135 Strap, Wiper Motor, Defender 90, 110.................................................$ 20.19 

6. RND136 Pad, Wiper Motor, Defender 90, 110 ...................................................$ 9.14 

7. RNC397 Nut Plate, Wiper Motor, Defender 90, 110..........................................$ 14.50 

8. RNB038 Screw, M6 x 16mm, 2 req. .....................................................................$ 0.66 

9. RNC948 Wiper Blades, Defender 90, 110, Front or Rear.................................$ 12.63 

RNF166 Winter Wiper Blades 90,110, ProLine .................................................$ 21.95 

10. RNE501 Wiper Arm, Defender 90, 110, 130, Genuine, Front ...........................$ 23.03 

PLE501 Wiper Arm, Defender 90, 110, 130, ProLine, Front ............................$ 11.50 

RNE520 Wiper Arm, Defender 90, 110, 130, Rear.............................................$ 23.03 

11. RNI264 Tube, Wiper Cable, Motor-Wheelbox, Defender 90, 110 .................$ 17.46 

12. RNI265 Tube, Wiper Cable, Wheelbox-Wheelbox ..........................................$ 8.50 

13. RND137 Tube, Wheelbox to end, Wiper Cable, Defender 90, 110 .................$ 12.90 

14. RNE519 Wheel Box Assembly, Defender 90, 110, 2 req..................................$ 49.95 

RNH502 Wiper spindle seal..................................................................................$ 8.14 

15. RNF402 Drum Splined, wiper arm fastener between arm & shaft ...............$ 11.15 

16. RND134 Cable, Windscreen Wiper.....................................................................$ 20.46 

17. RND167 Ferrule.......................................................................................................$ 9.33 

18. RNI266 Lucar Blade..............................................................................................$ 25.13 

(2) Defender 110 NAS 

Washer Reservoirs & Pumps 

1. RNE508 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Defender 110 NAS, 130 ’87 on ..................$ 114.00 

2. RNC951 Cap for Reservoir....................................................................................$ 6.97 

3. RNC689 Bolt, 1/4” X 3/4”.......................................................................................$ 0.66 

4. RNI267 Washer, Plain ..........................................................................................$ 0.34 

5. RNI268 Washer, Shakeproof...............................................................................$ 0.34 

6. RND114 Nut, M6 .....................................................................................................$ 0.49 

7. RNC952 Pump, Windscreen Washer, Defender 110 NAS, Front ...................$ 49.66 

8. RNI269 Grommet, Washer Bottle, Defender 110 NAS ...................................$ 11.15 

9. RNC797 Pump, Washer Motor Defender 110 NAS, Rear, Genuine ...............$ 52.34 

10. RNI270 Grommet, Washer Bottle, Defender 110 NAS ...................................$ 9.81 

11. RNI271 Cable Assembly.......................................................................................$ 37.76 

12. RNE638 Tubing for Washer System all models, Sold by the meter ..............$ 0.95 

13. RNC857 Washer Jet Assembly, Defender 110 1987 on, Front........................$ 10.86 

14. RNC870 One-way valve for reservoir .................................................................$ 3.90 

15. RNC858 Washer Jet Assembly, Defender 110 1987 on, Rear.........................$ 6.97 

(3) Defender 90 NAS Soft Top 1994 


1. RNI272 Washer Fluid Reservoir, up to VIN TA999171.....................................$ 42.50 

RNI274 Washer Fluid Reservoir, from VIN VA999172 .....................................$ 123.00 

2. RNC951 Cap, Windscreen Washer Reservoir...................................................$ 6.97 

3. RNH132 Pump, Windscreen Washer up to VIN TA999171..............................$ 41.95 

RNC952 Pump, Windscreen Washer from VIN VA999172 ..............................$ 49.66 

4. RNI273 Grommet, Washer Pump .......................................................................$ 2.61 

5. RNI275 Bracket Mounting, Right Hand.............................................................$ 13.66 

6. RNI276 Washer, Plain ..........................................................................................$ 0.34 

7. RNI277 Washer, Spring........................................................................................$ 0.34 

8. RND114 Nut.............................................................................................................$ 0.49 

9. RNI278 Bolt M6 x 20mm.......................................................................................$ 0.34 

10. RNI279 Washer Plain ...........................................................................................$ 0.34 

11. RNI277 Washer, Spring........................................................................................$ 0.34 

12. RNI280 Link Lead, Washer Pump, use with RNC952 ......................................$ 12.63 

13. RNE638 Tubing, Washers / Meter.......................................................................$ 0.95 

14. RNI281 Cable Tie...................................................................................................$ 0.34 

15. RNC857 Washer Jet, Windscreen Defender 90 NAS......................................$ 10.86 

16. RNI282 Clip Retain Washer Pipe........................................................................$ 1.64 

17. RNI283 Nutsert M6 ...............................................................................................$ 0.59 

18. RNC870 Valve, non-return ....................................................................................$ 3.90 

(4) Defender 90 NAS Station Wagon 1995, ‘97 


1. RNI284 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Defender 90 NAS SW, non-A/C ................$ 34.50 

RNE508 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Defender 90 NAS SW, A/C ........................$ 114.00 

RNC951 Cap, Windscreen Washer Reservoir...................................................$ 6.97 

2. RNE729 Pump, Windscreen Wash, Front or Rear, req. RNI280 .....................$ 37.84 

3. RNI273 Grommet, Washer Pump .......................................................................$ 2.61 

4. RNI275 Bracket, Mounting RH ...........................................................................$ 13.66 

RNI285 Bracket, Mounting LH............................................................................$ 32.90 

5. RNF420 Plain Washer, 6mm I.D...........................................................................$ 0.66 

6. RNF428 Lock Washer, 6mm .................................................................................$ 2.34 

7. RND114 Nut.............................................................................................................$ 0.49 

8. RNF278 BOLT - M6 X 12MM-...............................................................................$ 0.66 

9. RNX034 Plain Washer, 6mm I.D...........................................................................$ 0.80 

10. RNF428 Lock Washer, 6mm .................................................................................$ 2.34 

11. RNI291 Link Lead, Washer Pump.......................................................................$ 14.72 

12. RNE638 Tubing, Washers / Meter.......................................................................$ 0.95 

13. RNI286 Cable Tie...................................................................................................$ 0.66 

14. RNC857 Washer Jet, Windscreen Defender 90 NAS......................................$ 10.86 


16. RNC870 Valve, non-return ....................................................................................$ 3.90 

17. RNC858 Washer Jet Assembly, Defender 90 NAS SW, Rear.........................$ 6.97 


19. RNI283 Nutsert M6 ...............................................................................................$ 0.59 

20. RNB875 Grommet, Plug 1/2” hole........................................................................$ 0.34 

(5) Defender Rear Door Wiper & Motor 1993, ‘95, ‘97 

1. RNC948 Rear door wiper blade 1993 - ‘97, Genuine ........................................$ 12.63 

2. RNE520 Rear door wiper arm 1993 - ‘97, Genuine ...........................................$ 23.03 

3. RNI314 Rear windscreen wiper motor 1993 NAS Defender 110, Genuine.$ 312.90 

RNE621 Rear windscreen wiper motor 1995 Defender 90 SW, Genuine.....$ 173.74 

RNE681 Rear windscreen wiper motor 1997 Defender 90 SW, Genuine.....$ 173.74 

4. RNH500 Rear wiper motor cover 1995 & 1997 Defender 90 SW, Genuine...$ 5.54 

RNH501 Rear wiper motor cover 1993 Defender 110, Genuine .....................$ 39.96 

Switches 

(Not Shown Illustrated) 

RNC755 Knob for wiper switch – 2 speed.........................................................$ 11.84 

RNE514 Defender 90, 110 Wipe, Wash, Delay..................................................$ 147.88 

RNE506 Defender 90, 110 Wipe, Wash, Delay, Rear........................................$ 79.50 


59

WIPER BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS - DISCOVERY I, II, RRC & P38A 

FRONT WIPER 

REAR WIPER 

1 

26 

2 

5 

4 

9 

8 

11 

7 

MOTOR ASSEMBLIES 

REAR WIPER 

31 

22 

21 

19 

18 

10 

29 

25 

31 

31 

HEADLAMP 

3 

12 

28 

24 

20 

6 

31 

17 

13 

32 

16 

15 

14 

27 


WIPER BLADES, ARMS & MOTORS - DISCOVERY I, II, RRC & P38A 


Wiper Blades: 

1) RNW116 Front Wiper Blade,Genuine ...............................................$ 8.43 

1) RNW117 Front Wiper Blade with spoiler (drivers side), 

Genuine .................................................................................$ 9.26 

1) RNH875 Front Winter Blade, ProLine..............................................$ 19.50 

2) RNW103 Rear Wiper Blade, Genuine...............................................$ 13.30 

2) RNF166 Rear Winter Blade, ProLine...............................................$ 21.95 

RNW112 3 Winter Blade Set, 2 Front Blades+1 Rear, ProLine.....$ 41.95 

Arms & Caps: 

4) RNH886 Front Wiper Arm, Genuine.................................................$ 21.50 

7) RNH879 Front Wiper Arm Cap, Genuine.........................................$ 4.93 

5) RNH884 Rear Wiper Arm, Genuine..................................................$ 23.00 

8) RNH885 Rear Wiper Arm Cap, Genuine..........................................$ 3.11 

Wiper Motors: 

10) RNF689 Front Wiper Assembly, Genuine .......................................$ 229.95 

11) RNH877 Rear Wiper Motor, Genuin.................................................$ 173.74 

Windscreen Washer: 

17) RNF694 Reservoir...............................................................................$ 168.15 

18) RNC951 Reservoir Cap.......................................................................$ 6.97 

19) RNF698 Reservoir Filter.....................................................................$ 10.46 

20) RNF704 Pump......................................................................................$ 49.66 

21) RNH896 Non-return Valve .................................................................$ 6.99 

22) RNF712 Jet ..........................................................................................$ 9.14 

Rear Screen Washer: 

24) RNF706 Rear Screen Washer Pump...............................................$ 65.51 

25) RNC870 Rear Screen Non-return Valve ........................................$ 3.90 

26) RNH687 Rear Screen Washer Jet ...................................................$ 6.97 

Headlamp Washer: 

27) RNF702 Headlamp Washer Pump ...................................................$ 68.26 

28) RNB124 Headlamp Non-return Valve .............................................$ 11.21 

29) RNB160 Headlamp Washer Jet w/Hardware ................................$ 9.14 

Washer Tubing: 

31) RNE638 Washer tubing, sold per meter .........................................$ 0.95 


Wiper Blades: 


1) RNH876 Front Winter Blades (Pair), Genuine................................$ 72.43 


2) RNF166 Rear Winter Blade, ProLine...............................................$ 21.95 

RNK9142 3 Winter Blade Set, 2 Front Blades+1 Rear,Genuine ....$ 85.95 

9) RNH685 Front or Rear Wiper Blade-Arm Clip, Genuine...............$ 5.95 

Arms & Caps: 

4) RNH887 Front Wiper Arm, Genuine.................................................$ 43.00 


5) RNH779 Rear Wiper Arm, Genuine..................................................$ 37.00 

8) RNH685 Rear Wiper Arm Cap,Genuine...........................................$ 5.95 

Wiper Motors: 

10) RNF691 Front Wiper Assembly, Genuine .......................................$ 186.13 

11) RNH877 Rear Wiper Motor, Genuine...............................................$ 173.74 


17) RNF696 Reservoir...............................................................................$ 117.92 


19) RNF698 Reservoir Filter Up To 4A842249........................................$ 10.46 

19) RNH904 Reservoir Filter From 4A842250.........................................$ 11.14 

20) RNF705 Pump......................................................................................$ 49.66 

21) RNC870 Non-return Valve .................................................................$ 3.90 

22) RNF713 Jet ..........................................................................................$ 13.95 



25) RNH898 Rear Screen Non-return Valve .........................................$ 9.33 

26) RNH901 Rear Screen Washer Jet with Hose ................................$ 6.97 



28) RNF715 Headlamp Non-return Valve..............................................$ 6.92 

29) RNF714 Headlamp Washer Jet 1999 - 2002...................................$ 23.24 

29) RNH900 Headlamp Washer Jet w/Hose (LH) 2003 + 2004...........$ 26.50 

29) RNH899 Headlamp Washer Jet w/Hose (RH) 2003 + 2004 ..........$ 26.50 

30) RNH778 Headlamp Washer Nozzle Cap .........................................$ 6.97 




Wiper Blades: 

1,2) RNW104 Front or Rear Wiper Blade 1987 -1989, Genuine............$ 27.70 

1,2) RNW111 Front or Rear Wiper Blade 1990 -1995, Genuine............$ 14.50 

1) RNW105 Front Winter Blade 1987 - 1995, ProLine .........................$ 15.69 

Arms & Caps: 

4) RNH891 Front Wiper Arm Pre 1990, Genuine.................................$ 45.38 

4) RNH892 Front Wiper Arm 1990 on, Genuine ..................................$ 12.95 

Arms & Caps continued: 

7) RNH893 Front Wiper Arm Cap 1990 on, Genuine ..........................$ 2.00 

5) RNH905 Rear Wiper Arm pre 1990, Genuine..................................$ 15.59 

Wiper Motors: 

10) RNH319 Front Wiper Motor 1992 - 1995, Genuine.........................$ 262.45 

11) RNH881 Rear Wiper Motor 1987 - 1990, Genuine .........................$ 299.00 

11) RNH883 Rear Wiper Motor 1991 - 1995, Genuine .........................$ 69.95 


17) RNF692 Reservoir...............................................................................$ 192.00 



20) RNH897 Pump w/lead 1987 - 1991...................................................$ 47.00 

20) RNE730 Pump 1992 - 1995 .................................................................$ 34.85 

21) RNH896 Non-return Valve .................................................................$ 6.99 

22) RNF710 Jet 1987 - 1990......................................................................$ 6.25 

22) RNH895 Jet 1991 - 1995......................................................................$ 18.50 

23) RNF708 Low Fluid Sensor .................................................................$ 19.00 


24) RNH132 Rear Screen Washer Pump w/lead 1987 - 1991.............$ 41.95 

24) RNE729 Rear Screen Washer Pump 1992 - 1996 ..........................$ 37.84 

25) RNC870 Rear Screen Non-return Valve ........................................$ 3.90 

26) RNH906 Rear Screen Washer Jet 1987 - 1995...............................$ 15.64 



28) RNB124 Headlamp Non-return Valve..............................................$ 11.21 

29) RNB139 Headlamp Washer Jet........................................................$ 27.48 




Wiper Blades: 


1) PLW107 Front Wiper Blade,ProLine ................................................$ 10.95 

1) PLW107W Front Winter Wiper Blade,ProLine...................................$ 25.15 


2) PLW118W Rear Winter Wiper Blade, ProLine...................................$ 15.70 

PLW109 3 Winter Blade Set, 2 Front Blades+1 Rear, ProLine.....$ 59.80 

3) RND223 Headlamp Wiper Blade ......................................................$ 14.66 

Arms & Caps: 

4) RNH889 Front Wiper Arm (LH),Genuine..........................................$ 39.20 

4) RNH888 Front Wiper Arm (RH),Genuine .........................................$ 39.20 


5) RNH878 Rear Wiper Arm,Genuine...................................................$ 42.23 

8) RNH879 Rear Wiper Arm Cap,Genuine...........................................$ 4.93 

6) RNH142 Headlamp Wiper Arm Assembly (LH) ..............................$ 42.23 

6) RNF682 Headlamp Wiper Arm Assembly (RH)..............................$ 42.23 

Wiper Motors: 

10) RNF690 Front Wiper Motor Assembly, Genuine ...........................$ 217.17 

11) RNH880 Rear Wiper Motor, Genuine...............................................$ 173.74 

12) RNF684 Headlamp Wiper Motor (LH) .............................................$ 139.62 

12) RNF683 Headlamp Wiper Motor (RH).............................................$ 139.62 

13) RNF686 Headlamp Motor Fixing Washer.......................................$ 12.48 

14) RNF685 Headlamp Wiper Motor Nut..............................................$ 10.36 

15) RNF687 Headlamp Dust Cap ............................................................$ 4.26 

16) RND114 Headlamp M6 Nut ...............................................................$ 0.49 


17) RNH903 Reservoir...............................................................................$ 57.97 

17) RNF693 Reservoir w/Washer Pump Assembly .............................$ 202.94 

18) RNF697 Reservoir Cap.......................................................................$ 4.23 


20) RNF704 Pump......................................................................................$ 49.66 

21) RNH896 Non-return Valve 1995 - 2000 ............................................$ 6.99 

21) RNC870 Non-return Valve 2001 On..................................................$ 3.90 

22) RNH686 Jet up to WA394534 (use with clip RNH894) ..................$ 10.86 

22) RNF711 Jet From WA394535 w/retaining clip ...............................$ 12.50 

22) RNH894 Jet Retaining Clip (use with jet RNH686) ........................$ 1.64 

23) RNF709 Low Fluid Sensor .................................................................$ 21.08 



25) RNC870 Rear Screen Non-return Valve .........................................$ 3.90 

26) RNH907 Rear Screen Washer Jet w/Tube .....................................$ 16.00 



28) RNC870 Headlamp Non-return Valve..............................................$ 3.90 

32) RNH143 Waher Fluid Connector 4mm/1mm ...................................$ 1.64 


61

SIGHTINGS 

This season’s NFL playoffs and Super Bowl 

brought huge viewership –even without the 

New England Patriots - and, not surprisingly, 

many Land Rovers in advertisements. The 

Ladders, an executive recruitment firm, put a 

Series Rover bounding after a stampede of 

office chairs. Jeff Pearl, Wisconsin Rapids, 

WI, Paul Duray, Rockville, MD, Maurice 

Patrykus, Ventura, CA, Dave Bowman, 

Orange, VA, Michael Willaford, Raleigh, 

NC, Chris Schramm, Norcross, GA, Jeff 

Foland, Clarksville, OH, James Darga, 

Plymouth, MA, Leslie Bright, Kingsport, TN, 

Robert Levelle, Clarkston, WA, John 

Keeney, Lanham, MD, Dick Newton, 

Charlestown, RI, Greg Akin, Abilene, TX, 

Ross Newcombe, Fairbanks, AK, Tony 

Sims, Beaverton, OR, and Greg Vogel, 

Monkton, MD. (Bud Lane, Bill Johnson, Bill 

Young, and Tom DeCourcy, please see 

Rule #6). 

No doubt spurred by L.L. Bean, Eddie 

Bauer’s latest catalogue featured a Defender 

110. Tessa Jones, “age 13,” Fairview, NC, 

Thomas Castaldo, Lakewood, NY, Nick 

Kosiek, Orange Park, FL, Robert Alley, 

Kennesaw, GA, David Downing, Springfield, 

MO, John Keeney, Lanham, MD, Sherry 

Block, Hadlyme, CT, Allen de Stieguer, 

Vason, WA, Timothy Lassiter, Centreville, 

VA, Steve Hill, Hixon, TN, Susannah and 

Ivan Via, Fisherville, VA, Christopher 

Strub, Fairfax, VA, Andy Draxler, Locust, 

NJ, Kim Conn, Snohomish, WA, Charles 

Thompson, Fayette, MO, John Stine, 

Briarcliff Manor, NY, and Steven Swerling, 

Boutiliers Point, Nova Scotia. Chris 

Runnels, Bellingham, WA, noted that REI 

still uses Land Rovers in their catalogues. 

Ellen Nelson, Arlington, TX, noted that 

when her local paper needed an image for 

selling rural land, they chose a Land Rover 

Sightings Rules: 

Rule #1: All Sightings receive appreciative recogntion but not necessarily a 

mug. We reward only those Sightings that capture the unique qualities of Land 

Rovers and their owners, and display them in a distinctive way. 

Rule #2: Sightings should find Land Rovers where you might not expect them. 

This rules out Land Rover sales advertisements, off road magazines, British television 

programmes, British publications, films with British themes, and shows 

about African safaris. 

Rule #3: At an ever-changing date before publication, we close off the Sightings. 

If we've mentioned the Sighting in an earlier issue, we won't mention it again. If 

you're new to the family of Land Rover enthusiasts, you may not have seen your 

Sighting in an earlier issue. Welcome aboard! 

Rule #4: We're not outfitting your kitchen. If you qualify, one mug per Sighting 

per issue. 

Rule #5: Sightings that are Land Rover references in books go to our Literary 

Land Rover editor for mention when space permits. 

Rule #6: Psst.. if we can’t read your name and address because of atrocious 

penmanship we can’t recognize the Sighting or potentially send you a mug. 

Psst… E-mail submissions – remember we can’t send you a mug via e-mail. 

Send us your real name and shipping address, too. 

Rule #7: Grudgingly, very grudgingly, the Editor admits he might have made an 

error. Let us know if you think you’ve been jobbed. We’ll review everything but 

the decision of the Editor is final. 

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Discovery for the photo. Scott Coleman, Rochester, NY, spotted a photo in 

the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle of a Series Rover clearing snow off 

the ice on a local lake. In an Outside GO article on skiing in Japan, they featured 

a custom snowboard crafter with his Defender 110, reports Jeremy 

Bergeron, Colorado Springs, CO. Kevin Thayer, Abingdon, VA, noted that 

Yokohama still uses Land Rovers in their tire ads. 

Movie producers always love to include Land Rovers. Andy Rigo, 

Medford, MA, “sat through” Marley and Me with his girlfriend, Carine. 

There’s a quick view of a Series Rover in an Ireland scene (which he 

thoughtfully pointed out to her; some eye rolling followed). Dr. Susan 

Godwin, Fairbanks, AK, spotted the Dalai Lama stepping out of a Range 

Rover Classic in a documentary, which to her said “simple, rugged and 

regal, a fitting car for the Tibetan Buddhist monk.” Steven Hutchison, 

Hendersonville, TN, Don Seder, Dacula, GA, and Earl Ingalls, Longmont, 

CO, noted that the shallow leads in Four Christmases drove a Range Rover. 

Sigh… 

Lots of readers saw the predictable Land Rover in the desert scenes of 

NBC’s The Last Templar. Thanks to Marc Fails, Palmyra, PA, Greg Vogel, 

Monkton, MD, Leslie Bright, Kingsport, TN, Craig Crenshaw, Port 

Arthur, TX, Len Fagan, Willis, VA, David Weaber, Eaton, CO, Jim Gabor, 

Rochester, MN, Jay Campney, Charlestown, RI, James Dargan, Plymouth, 

MA, and Jerome Joanio, Broomfield, CO. Other movies watched by 

Sighters, but mentioned before, include Death Sentence, seen by Craig 

Miller, Wargames 2, seen by Michael Libott, Burbank, CA, and Eagle Eye, 

seen by Derek Leath. 

William Prillaman, Irvington, VA, spotted a South African Land 

Rover in the UVA Alumni magazine, on the Sweet Briar College Alumni travel 

brochure, and in the “House of Saddam” series. Michael Jablonski, 

Longmont, CO, spotted a Defender 110 in use in Chile in a publication of 

Colorado Trout Unlimited. Paul Schram, Churubusco, IN, spotted an LR3 

towing a “caravan” on a web site for TAB camper trailers. 

David Williamson [See Rule #6] has a friend whose a writer for an 

NBC miniseries called “Meteor” in which a yellow D-90 falls victim to a, 

well, meteor. Michael Bondmass, Las Vegas, NV, watched SUV’s roll down 

a hill on “Most Shocking” and noted that a Defender 90 was sent to tow the 

failed vehicles away. Scott Pappas watched a History Channel program 

on Navy SEALS chasing Columbian drug lords, who drove a 

Range Rover P38-A. 

Samuel Conder, Cumming, GA, watched Running the Sahara and saw 

Series Rovers and a Range Rover supporting the runners. Shawn 

Chummar, Beaverton, OR, watched a rerun of The Sentinel, who drove a 

red D-90. Mark Fails, Palmyra, PA, noted a Folgers commercial that 

staged a peacekeeping scene featuring a Defender 110. Dave Bowman, 

Orange, VA, spotted a Discovery in Honduras in an episode of House 

Hunters International. Michael Libott, Burbank, CA, also watched Mega 

Disasters and watched a Discovery racing to witness an explosion. 

Watching a repeat of Prison Break, Loic Fabro, noted the good guys 

drive a Range Rover Sport. In a less illustrious moment, a Range Rover 

Classic provides the foil in a You Tube video, noted Steven Walls, Baton 

Rouge, LA. Randy Kremer watched the Mickey Mouse Playhouse at 8 am 

and though he spotted Mickey in a Series I with an egg frying on the bonnet. 

Pete Thompson, Crownsville, MD, and Agnes Thewlis watched 

Grey’s Anatomy repeats and spotted the McDreamy in his Series Rover. 

Steve Keller watched Babylon 5 and noted the Land Rovers. Kevin 

Fennessy, North Andover, MA, spotted the old Mastercard ad with Series 

Land Rovers. 

Mike Dunkelburger read a January issue of Steamboat Pilot & 

Today and spotted a Zirkel Trading ad with a Rover. James Pitts, Dallas, 

GA, read a column in Traditional Bowhunter Magazine in which the columnist, 

“who hunts all over the world,” leans on the front of a Defender – very 

rare! Steve Andrews, Easton, MD, read an article on sustainable organic 

farming in Ecuador in Home Power magazine, that sadly featured a very 

stuck Series II-A. Sheila Simmons, Austin, TX, noted a Defender in the 

corner of the cover of Jaguar Driver magazine. Charles Lewinsohn, Salt 

Lake City, UT, noted that when MIT needed a car to compete in the robotic 

automobile competition, they chose an LR3, as noted in the MIT News. 

We don’t usually report “personal Sightings” but LCDR Ed 

McDonnell, Long Beach, NY, sent us a great photo of a Defender 110 and 

an LR3 in use by the Diego Garcia, B.I.O.T [British Indian Overseas 

Territory] police department. Jim Senior sent us a “reverse sighting” in 

which Rachel Maddow of MSNBC reported of an American kidnapped in 

Pakistan “from his Land Rover,” which turned out to be a Land Cruiser in 

the video. 

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Sightings Winners: 

Timothy Lassiter 

Centreville, VA 

Robert Alley 

Kennesaw, GA 

Dick Newton 

Charlestown, RI 

Dave Bowman 

Orange, VA 

Paul Schram 

Churubusco, IN 

Earl Ingalls 

Longmont, CO 

Steve Hill 

Hixson, TN 

Tessa jones 

Fairview, NC 

Robert Levelle 

Clarkston, WA 

Michael Willaford 

Raleigh, NC 

Scott Coleman 

Rochester, NY 

Charles Thompson 

Fayette, MO 

Sherry Block 

Hadlyme, CT 

Thoams Castaldo 

Lakewood, NY 

John Keeney 

Lanham, MD 

Maurice Patrykus 

Ventura CA 

Don Seder 

Dacula, GA 

Kim Conn 

Snohomish, WA 

Allen de Stieguer 

Vashon, WA 

Greg Vogel 

Monkton, MD 

Leslie Bright 

Kingsport, TN 

Paul Duray 

Rockville, MD 

Steven Hutchison 

Hendersonville, TN 

Christopher Strub 

Fairfax, VA 

Stephen Zwerling 

Canada 

Ross Newcombe 

Fairbanks, AK 

James Dargan 

Plymouth, MA 

Jeff Pearl 

Wisconsin Rapids, WI 

Jeremy Bergeron 

Colorado Springs, CO 

Andrew Draxler 

Locust, NJ 

David Downing 

Springfield, MO 

Tony Sims 

Beaverton, OR 

Jeff Foland 

Clarksville, OJ 

John Stine 

Briarcliff Manor, NY 

Susannah & Ivan Via 

Fishersville, VA 

Nick Kosiek 

Orange Park, FL 

Greg Akiin 

Abilene, TX 

Chris Schramm 

Norcross, GA 

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