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ALL NEW ALLOY UTILITY BODY 

Introducing our new rear alloy utility body for 109 and 110 Land Rovers. 

Standard features include: 

Corrosion resistant alloy, and galvanized material. 

Removable, bottom hinged sides and tailgate. 

Removable rear corner posts 

Also included: 

Rear alloy light panel. 

One piece moulded flexible rear fenders 

Genuine lower cab body assembly 

Available options: 

Rear trailer hitch extension. 

Electric hydraulic rear dump assembly. 

Call for more information. 

ADB109 Rear Alloy Utility Body. 109 ............................$ 4,900.00 

ADB110 Rear Alloy Utility Body. 110 ............................$ 4,900.00 

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Rear utility body 

with light panel. 

67” 

15” 

83” 

70” 

Genuine lower cab body assembly 

One piece moulded flexible rear fenders 

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FUEL 

WAY TO 

CARRY 

EXTRA 

FUEL! 

A 

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B 

RNF246 W/ RNF245 

RNH776 

RNF245 

C 

D 

(A) Fuel Can 

Authentic British Army five gallon containers with built-in vent for easy 

pouring and leak-proof lids with locking pin. Designed for extreme 

conditions. Out perform domestic containers. 

RNF246 Green Fuel Can, 5 Gallons .....................................................$39.00 

RNH776 Red Fuel Can, 5 Gallons D.O.T. approved............................$39.00 

(B) Filler Spout 

RNF245 

Filler Spout for fuel can allows easy, no mess pour. 

Mounts to fuel can as shown above top left......................$17.80 

(C) Seal 

RNF244 Replacement seal for fuel can lid. .......................................$ 5.20 

RNF244 

RNF247 

(D) Water Container 

RNF247 

Tough, impact resistant, easy to clean plastic. 

Holds 5 Gallons. ......................................................................$ 5.20 

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THEROVERS NORTH NEWS CONTENTS 

6 Letters to the Editor 

10 The 2007 Defender by Jeffrey B. Aronson 

16 First Annual Spring Rover Run by Shirley Vander Veen 

28 Behind the Steering Wheel by Jeffrey B. Aronson 

38 Roadside Mechanic by Eli Cambridge 

48 Running with Women by Diana Fisher 

50 You Say It’s Your Birthday by Pamela Petroff 

52 Dunning it in Morocco by Robbie Basaras 

54 Sightings 

COVER STORY 

18 Lion Rampant (LRL Reprint) By Mike Gould 

The Rovers North News is a publication of 

Rovers North, Inc. 

Publisher: Mark Letorney 

Editor: Jeffrey B. Aronson 

Designer: Matthew Martin 

©2006 Rovers North Inc. 

This publication may not be reproduced without the 

express written permission of Rovers North Inc. 

1319 VT Route 128, Westford, 

Vermont 05494-9601, USA 

Sales & Tech Line: 1-800-403-7591 / (802) 879-0032 

Website: www.roversnorth.com 

Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 - 5:30; Sat: 8:30 - 12:30 EST 

Prices subject to change without notice. 

Sightings submissions may be sent to our above address 

or email to sightings@roversnorth.com 

FUEL ELECTRICAL 

EXTERIOR OFF-ROAD 

SUSPENSION MECHANICAL COOLING

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 

Hi Folks, 

Just had to tell you that I was very satisfied on 

my last visit to Rovers North. I was received by 

Steve Haskell and I really appreciated the way 

that he treated me during my stay. Steve is 

doing a very nice job; he really knows how to 

take care of a customer. I also really 

appreciated visiting your warehouse and 

shipping department – I was impressed! 

Congratulations to all of you for your 

professionalism. Land Rover has to be proud 

of a flawless Land Rover distributor like you. 

Thanks, Steve, and the entire Rovers North 

team, for your help with my Defender 110. 

With your help, I will keep it for a long time! 

Mario Poulin 

Drummondville, Quebec, 

Canada 

[Rovers North’s home in Westford, VT, is 

within an hour of the border with Quebec. 

We enjoy working with many customers 

from Canada and always enjoy a visit from 

them. Bon chance with your Defender 110 

– we love to see them used as they were 

intended! –ed] 

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Dear Rovers North, 

I just wanted to say that the snazzy, new, 

high-backed seat that I bought for my 

Series II-A fits excellently. It didn’t take more 

than 15-20 minutes to take out the old 

non-ergonomic flat seat and put the new 

spiffy one in. I especially like the neck 

support and the countered seat portion. My 

lady friend is certain that my bad back is due 

to the standard II-A seat. 

Another product that was surprisingly 

easy to install was one of your stainless steel 

exhaust systems. Before beginning, I gave 

everything a shot of “Kriol,” especially the slip 

joints and the bolts into the header and 

manifold. All the old bits came off quite 

pleasantly. Then, I was dumbfounded to see 

that each part of the new system slipped right 

into place; the bends were all correct and all 

the hangers and fittings fit perfectly. When I 

got to the last hanger, I was disappointed to 

find that the very last hanger did not line up 

with the old hanger mount – just outboard of 

the frame rail on the right. I looked 

everywhere and finally had to give up and 

wire it in place – so fitting for a Series Land 

Rover! Monday morning, I called Rovers 

North and a service chap asked me if I had 

looked inboard of the frame rail. Back out to 

the garage, and sure enough, there was 

a similar hanger point just inboard of the 

frame rail. 

I have bought a lot of aftermarket British 

spare parts over the years, mostly for my 

motorcycles. This seat and exhaust system 

were a breeze to fit. It’s a sign of really well 

thought-out and fully developed spare parts. 

And thank you for your continued 

support of us Series [Serious] Land Rover 

drivers. We often receive supposed “Land 

Rover parts catalogues” that have nothing for 

real Land Rovers – Series! I get very 

frustrated. I’m afraid I’m of the faction who 

feels that “if it’s got plastic on it, it ain’t a real 

Land Rover.” 

Glenn Shriver 

Chicago, IL 

[Whoa, Glenn, even a Series III has a 

plastic fascia and grill. After a 6-8 hour 

drive in my Series II-A, a Range Rover 

Classic wouldn’t look that bad to me! Part 

of the pleasure of ownership of Land Rovers 

rests in the high quality Genuine Parts 

and/or Rovers North tested components. 

They do make maintenance and upgrading 

a Land Rover quite a pleasure –ed.] 


A few weeks ago I ordered an NRP cat back 

exhaust and OME shocks for my 1997 

Discovery Series I. The NRP was a wonderful 

installation. The pre-welded hangers were in 

the exact right position. It’s tucked out of the 

way better than the stock system, doesn’t 

rattle, the car breathes much better, and the 

sound is very nice – certainly better than the 

blown pipe that I’ve been driving with for 

much too long! 

As for the Old Man Emu shocks, one of 

your service technicians called after I placed 

my online order. He asked specific questions 

about the vehicle’s use, and recommended a 

different spring rate. I’m very pleased with the 

results. While not as simple as the exhaust 

install, it wasn’t bad and the car drives much 

better than the stock suspension every did. 

Thanks for the excellent service! 

Steve Czadzeck 

[Via email] 

[Congratulations on the upgrades of your 

Discovery. The staff at Rovers North works 

hard to learn about every product and its 

best application. We want your Land Rover 

experience to be the best possible. –ed] 


Has anyone else mentioned how the 

Greenpeace logo looks like the Land Rover 

logo 

William Kendall 

Centerville, VA 

[Greenpeace does use a green oval, but it’s 

not THE Green Oval – ed] 


Miss my ’94 AA Yellow Defender – love my 

Series ’59 Series 109 Regular! 

Scott Maurere 

Florence, OR 

[You have really lived in two wonderful 

Land Rover worlds – a Defender and then a 

Series II. Wow! –ed]


I loved the May issue of the Rovers North 

News. Thanks for being the best! 

Ryan Smyth 

Montclair, NJ 

[Thanks for being an avid reader! –ed] 


I have a wonderful 1993 Range Rover Classic 

LWB with 64,500, but would love a Defender 

90 hardtop (minus any Lucas options –lol) 

and hope to get one soon. 

D. Aaron Conway 

St. Louis Park, MN 

[With the addition of your Defender you 

would have two of Land Rovers’ finest vehicles 

–ed]. 


I was just wondering if you could let me know 

one way or the other if I was or wasn’t going 

to receive a “Sightings mug.” I had sent in a 

Sighting a couple of weeks ago and I haven’t 

heard one way or the other if I won a mug 

(I’m assuming no news means I didn’t win 

one). It would be nice to know one way or the 

other. Thanks for your time, 

Matt Chelf 

Wooster, OH 

[The Sightings is one of the most popular 

sections of the magazine. We receive 

nearly 100 entries between each issue and 

we credit every participant (unless the 

Sighting has been mentioned in a previous 

issue). We gather all the Sightings just 

before we complete each issue and review 

all the Sightings at the same time to 

determine whether they are “mug worthy.” 

Unfortunately, it’s not possible logistically 

to determine Sightings winners on a 

running basis. Keep sending us your 

Sightings as they’re great fun to read! –ed.] 


We were coming home from the movies 

(Shrek 3 – no Rovers in it) and happened to 

pull up next to the Russian “Around the 

World” team, a Defender 110 and a Toyota 

Land Cruiser. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a 

chance to talk…darn traffic. But it was nice 

to see a 110 in El Paso, TX. That makes a total 

of three Defenders I’ve seen and the only 110. 

Not bad for a guy who owns an 88”, eh 

Chuck Carrig 

El Paso, TX 

[Unless I go to Land Rover rallies, I don’t 

see many Defenders on the road, either, but 

it certainly is exciting to spot them! –ed] 

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BUY DIRECT AND SAVE 

Rovers North is an authorized distributor for Land Rover Classic 

Parts. We stock Americas largest and most comprehensive range 

of Genuine Parts for all models of early Land Rovers. With over 

8,400 Genuine part numbers in 

stock, our mission is to provide 

a direct, and affordable source 

of Land Rover Genuine Parts 

for your Classic Land Rover. 

Family owned by enthusiasts since 1979 

LET’S KEEP IT REAL 

Entrusted by Land Rover 

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ELECTRICAL 

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C 

D 

E 

F 

G 

H 

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ELECTRICAL 

(A) Hella Rallye 4000 

The perfect lamp for the roof rack or front of your Land Rover - with a corrosion-resistant 

metal housing, waterproof connections and knurled adjustment knobs that allow 

for precise aiming without tools. Stable, sturdy and BRIGHT! Dimensions: 

9 3/16” H x 8 3/4” W x 6 3/8 D. Off-road use only. 

RNK4807 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Kit Includes a pair of lights, 

stone shields & wiring harness ...........................................$ 268.00 

RNC677 Rallye 4000 Fog Lamp (inc. stone shield)............................$ 104.99 ea 

RNC678 Rallye 4000 Euro Driving Beam 

(inc. stone shield) ...................................................................$ 104.99 ea 

RNC679 Rallye 4000 Pencil Beam (inc. stone shield) ......................$ 104.99 ea 

RNC717 Hella Rallye 4000 Wiring Harness........................................$ 49.30 ea 

RNC708 Protective Grille ......................................................................$ 20.99 ea 

RNC709 Replacement Stone Shield ...................................................$ 12.55 ea 

RNC700 Clear Cover ..............................................................................$ 10.49 ea 

RND282 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 55W for all except fog lamp ..$ 4.15 ea 

RNH335 Replacement Bulb H1 12V 100W (relay required).............$ 5.20 ea 

RNE675 Replacement Bulb H3 12V 55w for fog lamp .....................$ 3.14 ea 

(B) Hella 500 

The rigid construction of the Hella 500 provides durability for encounters with even the 

most rugged terrain and provides excellent visibility on and off-road. Two lights in a kit, 

includes wiring and white plastic stone shields. Recommended use: above the 

bumper. 6 3/8” dia. 

RNC681 Hella 500 Driving Lamp Kit ....................................................$ 73.45 

RNC682 Hella 500 Clear Fog Lamp Kit................................................$ 73.45 

RNC683 Hella 500 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .............................................$ 73.45 

RNC699 Hella 500 Stone Shield...........................................................$ 11.03 ea 

RNC701 Hella 500 Clear Cover.............................................................$ 11.03 ea 

(C) Hella 550 

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 ....................................................$ 83.95 

RNH263 Hella 550 Clear Fog Lamp Kit................................................$ 83.95 

RNH333 Hella 550 Amber Fog Lamp Kit .............................................$ 83.95 

RNC702 Hella 550 Clear Cover.............................................................$ 11.03 ea 

Orders: (800) 403-7591 website: www.roversnorth.com 

(D) Hella 1000 Black Magic 

New black optics technology creates a wild, all black look. All black when “off” – a 

brilliant, enhanced-focus beam when “on.” Includes wiring harness. Recommended 

use: above the bumper, brush guards and roof racks. 7 3/8” dia. Off-road use only. 

RNC680 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic Kit.......................................$ 219.00 

RNK5804 Hella Rallye 1000 Black Magic, Land Rover 

grilles, 100w bulbs ..................................................................$ 282.45 

RNC705 Stone Shield ............................................................................$ 11.03 ea 

RNC698 Clear Cover ..............................................................................$ 11.03 ea 

RND266 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 55w..........................................$ 4.15 

RNH334 Replacement Hella Bulb H2 100w........................................$ 7.30 

(E) Hella Cat Eye FF50 

The perfect lamp for limited space on your Land Rover. Dimensions: 2 9/16”H x 4 5/8” 

W x 3 3/4” D. 

RNH337 Hella FF50 Driving Lamp Kit, pair .........................................$ 73.49 

RNH338 Hella FF50 Fog Lamp Kit, pair ...............................................$ 92.35 

(F) Hella Rear Flood Work Lamp Kit 

Perfect for backing up or hooking up a trailer at night, this dual beam, 110w flood lamp 

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. 

RNC950 Hella Rear Flood Lamp Kit.....................................................$ 179.95 

(G) Hella Vision Plus Headlamp Conversion 

High performance European headlamp technology in a “USA D.O.T.” version. Most 

powerful, legally-approved headlamp on the market. These headlamps provide a 

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 ............................$ 50.35 ea 

(H) Battery Disconnect Switch 

Disconnect your battery from your Land Rover for safe vehicle storage, or 

to help deter vehicle theft. Supplied with 2 removable keys and cover as 

shown. 

PLH748 ....................................................................................$ 12.50 

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The 2007 Defender – 

Bring It On Home to Me 

Story By: Jeffrey B. Aronson 

Photos By: Land Rover 

It’s impossible not to want one. Not only has Land Rover proved the iconic 

standard-bearer, but they’ve even returned the name “Land Rover” to the front of 

the bonnet. Just like in the days of Land Rover 90’s and 110’s, the name behind 

the Green Oval sits boldly on the prow of the car. What’s standing in the way of 

importation into the US market 

One impediment comes from the powertrain end. The Td5 delivered impressive performance and longevity, but was replaced with the Ford 

Transit motor because of emission reasons . As Mike Gould of Land Rover Lifestyle writes elsewhere in this issue, the regulatory focus of the EU 

is carbon dioxide levels, while the fractured US regulations focus on particulates and nitrous oxide levels. 

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Land Rover must also confront the potential instability that will 

arise whenever new corporate parents are found for Land Rover and 

Jaguar. The Td5 was the last engine designed and built by Land 

Rover. With Land Rover now relying on Ford supplied engines, the 

new parents will find themselves in the uncomfortable position of 

relying on Ford for its engines. 

A second impediment is the lack of SRS. Land Rover contends the 

Defender is too rigid and would require a total structural redesign 

to integrate air bags into its interior. Maybe, but American full size 

pick up trucks look pretty rigid too, and they all have air bags. Lets 

face it, if Ford wanted Defender here they could certainly make it 

happen. 

So, maybe Defender will benefit the most from new parents. 

Certainly contenders like Tata of India would not overlook the potential 

of investing in a vehicle as basic, and as versatile as the Defender. 

As we watch Hummer, Jeep and Toyota fill in their lineups with 

Defender alternatives we have to ask the question: Why is it that Ford 

does not offer a single off-road vehicle 

Also in the issue, you will see the byline of our English correspondent, 

Rob Basaras, of South Woodham Ferrers, near 

Chelmsford, England. We asked Robbie to source out a Defender for 

a test drive. That proved to be a great challenge. As Robbie wrote in 

July “my local dealership has sold 17 just a day or two after their 

delivery from Solihull! The dealership has maybe 25 Freelanders 

[LR2 in the US–ed], 25 Discoverys [LR3 in the US –ed] 15 Range 

Rovers, and if you're lucky, two Defenders. They seem to sell themselves 

and go within a couple of days!” 

Robbie is nothing if not industrious, and when a neighbor who 

works at Ford brought home a Defender 110 County Station Wagon, 

Robbie felt the urge to reaffirm their friendship. Sadly, it only sat in 

his driveway for a night. "That's not to say I didn't crawl over it and 

have a damn good look" . 

“Another big step forward concerns the front doors. Although 

they still have the single door seal and can suffer from water egress, 

they seem to be pressed as one unit rather in contrast to my 2002 

version which is made up of a welded frame around the window. this 

appears as seamless curves around the window frame. I'm guessing 

this is an effort to fix the 60 year history of water leaks!” 

Robbie’s not alone in his assessment. Land Rover Owner 

International called the Defender “smoother, quieter, warmer, more 

comfy, has a higher cruising speed and gets around corners better. 

“The Defender’s 2.4 liter, 4-cylinder diesel is “not just a bit better 

that the Td5, it’s way better – you notice the considerable extra 

torque both on and off the road, making it even more fun to drive in 

either environment. The short-shifting, six-speed gearbox is a 

delight to use as well. Now, there’s something you’d never have said 

about a Defender until now.” Between the torque curve and the new 

gearbox, LROI’s testers note they spent “more time in low third than 

low-second” on an off-road course. 

There’s only one engine option for the Defender but Land Rover 

still lists 27 different body configurations between the 90, 110, 

and 130 models. Inside, the Defender should meet US market 

expectations. You may not think your Defender needs leather seats, 

twin cupholders, an entertainment system with an MP3 input, ABS 

and Traction Control, air conditioning, heated seats and windshield 

and electric windows, but the XS edition does come in Sage Green. 

If you and/or the significant person in your life need these trappings 

of luxury, at least it will enable you to find all of this in a Defender. 

AutoInsider.com clearly loves the new car. They approach the 

Defender this way. “Conventional machines tend to work on five or 

six year cycles, and when the time comes most of the old car is 

thrown away, apart from the odd oily bit or two. If it’s a bit special 

it might hang on a few years more, but no car has ever completely 

transcended the rules quite like the Land Rover Defender. The 

original car first appeared in 1948, and should you be able to 

park a 2007 model alongside an original, the similarities are 

unquestionable.” 

“It’s not because Land Rover has been lazy, 

far from it in fact. The problem is that the 

original, and the generations of models that 

followed it were so damned good that creating 

an all-new Defender was something of a 

problem.” Now that’s a problem I would 

like to have for US enthusiasts! 

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EXTERIOR 

TIRE & CARGO COVERS 

A 

B 

C 

D 

RNCCLRB 

Land Rover Logo 

Cargo Cover 

RNTCSBL 

Series on Safari 

Tire Cover 

RNTCEBL 

Elephant 

Tire Cover 

RNCCRBL 

Rhino 

Cargo Cover 

Tire Covers & Cargo Covers 

Cover your spare tire from the elements with our Tire Covers or keep your 

recovery gear organized and handy with our innovative Cargo Covers. Our 

Cargo Covers look like a regular tire cover when zipped, but holds lots of 

gear inside! Designed with three huge storage pockets under the zippered 

Tire Covers 

(A) Land Rover Logo 

RNE387 Tire Cover, standard ..........................................................$ 69.50 

RNE386 Tire Cover, large .................................................................$ 69.50 

(B) Land Rover 88” Series on Safari 

RNTCSAL Tire Cover, standard ..........................................................$ 79.50 

RNTCSBL Tire Cover, large .................................................................$ 79.50 

(C) Land Rover Elephant 

RNTCEAL Tire Cover, standard ..........................................................$ 79.50 

RNTCEBL Tire Cover, large .................................................................$ 79.50 

(D) Land Rover Rhino 

RNTCRAL Tire Cover, standard ..........................................................$ 79.50 

RNTCRBL Tire Cover, large .................................................................$ 79.50 

flap to allow easy access to your recovery gear when you need it most. 

Constructed of thick high quality, durable black vinyl with elastic back to 

ensure a snug fit. Standard tire sizes: 205/80x16”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x16” 

and 255/55x18”. Large tire sizes: 245/75x16”, 7.50x16”, 235/85x16” 

and 265/75x16”. 

Cargo Covers 

(A) Land Rover Logo Cargo Cover 

RNCCLRA Cargo Cover, standard ......................................................$ 135.45 

RNCCLRB Cargo Cover, large .............................................................$ 136.45 

(B) Land Rover 88” Series on Safari Cargo Cover 

RNCCSAL Cargo Cover, standard ......................................................$ 135.45 

RNCCSBL Cargo Cover, large .............................................................$ 136.45 

(C) Land Rover Elephant Cargo Cover 

RNCCEAL Cargo Cover, standard ......................................................$ 135.45 

RNCCEBL Cargo Cover, large .............................................................$ 136.45 

(D) Land Rover Rhino Cargo Cover 

RNCCRAL Cargo Cover, standard ......................................................$ 135.45 

RNCCRBL Cargo Cover, large .............................................................$ 136.45 

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A Surrey Top 

E 

EXTERIOR 

(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...............................................................................$ 387.45 

(B) High Quality Series II-III Canvas Tops 

PLB754 88” Green, full length with windows .............................$ 473.50 

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 ...........................$ 524.95 

PLB761 109” Sand, full length with windows.............................$ 566.95 

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

PLB769 109” Green, 3/4 length, w/o side windows...................$ 419.95 

High Quality Series II-III Galvanized Hoop sets 

Our full length galvanized hoop sets sold with all hardware required 

except door seals and fasteners. 

PLF550 Full 88” Hoop set...............................................................$ 659.00 

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. This 

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

include; weather secure door seals, heavy duty zippers, improved visibility, and HD 

Permaclear windows. An awesome fit on your existing belt rail system virtually ends 

the headaches of all the stretching and prying and keeps you happy and dry when the 

weather is foul. Includes three zip out windows, carrying pack and instructions. 

RNA90ST01 1994 - ’97 Defender 90 Soft Top ................................................$ 1950.00 

RNE245 1994 Defender 90 Belt Rail Kit*.................................................$ 47.25 

RNE246 1994 Defender 90 Tailgate Bar Kit* ..........................................$ 78.50 

* 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. 

B 

Canvas Top 

C Defender 90 Deluxe Soft Top 

RNA90ST01 


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RNA1196 

EXTERIOR 

A 

RNA1195 

B 

LR91NL Brownchurch Roof Rack shown on Defender 110 

B 

LR91NS Brownchurch Roof Rack shown on Series IIA 109. 

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(A) Brownchurch HD Galvanized Roof Racks for 

Series II, IIA, III & Defender 90, 110 Hard Top 

Models 

Expedition quality reinforced, hot dipped galvanized roof rack with access ladder 

(as shown above) designed for Series II, IIA, III. ROW 90, 110. 

RNA9591 Heavy Duty Galvanized Full Length Roof Rack, 88”, ROW 90 

(or 3/4 109, ROW 110) Will not fit NAS 90, 110 ..............................$ 923.95 

RNA9590 Same as RNA9591 with integral fuel can mounts (4 cans) .......$ 1044.75 

RNA1196 Heavy Duty Galvanized Full Length Roof Rack, 109” or ROW 110 

as shown above. Will not fit NAS 110 ............................................$ 899.00 

RNA1195 Heavy Duty Galvanized Full Length Roof Rack, 109” or ROW 110 

as shown above. with integral fuel can mounts (4 cans) 

Will not fit NAS 110............................................................................$ 899.00 

(B) Brownchurch Roof Racks for Series II, IIA, 

III & Defender 90, 110 Hard Top Models 

Our most popular roof rack. Strong, lightweight, versatile and attractive, these famed 

English roof racks are now available in half and full length sizes. They feature a wide, 

easy to install gutter mount clamp system. Finished in black nylon for extra durability 

and corrosion resistance. Fits all aluminum hard top Land Rover models, except NAS 

Defender 110. 

LR91NL 

81" long x 53" wide x 41/2" deep, 

All 88, 109, & NAS 90 (except NAS 110).....................................$ 889.00 

LR91NS 49" long x 53" wide x 41/2" deep, 

All 88, 109, & NAS 90 (except NAS 110).....................................$ 629.00 

LR91NAL Rear Ladder.....................................................................................$ 179.00 


LD91NL Discovery I Brownchurch Full Length Rack 

C 

EXTERIOR 

BC91N-LR3 LR3 

JUST ARRIVED, ALL NEW BROWNCHURCH LR3 ROOF RACK. 

BC91N-LR3 LR3 Brownchurch Half Roof Rack 59” x 47” x 3.5” $ 699.95 

RR91NL Range Rover 

Classic Brownchurch 

Full Length Rack 

C 

D 

RR91NS Range Rover 

Classic Brownchurch 

Half Length Rack 

E 

Brownchurch Roof Racks 

Super strong, light weight and attractive, make these our most popular roof racks. 

Available in half and full length sizes. They have a wide, easy to install gutter mount 

clamp system that will have you stowing your gear in no time at all. Allows both 

sunroofs on Discoverys to be opened. Features a flat load deck, durable black powder 

coat finish. 

(C) Full Length 81" x 53" x 4" 

RR91NL Range Rover Classic Brownchurch Full Roof Rack ...................$ 889.00 

LD91NL Discovery I & II Brownchurch Full Roof Rack ............................$ 889.00 

(D) Half Length 53" x 49" x 4" 

RR91NS Range Rover Classic Brownchurch Half Roof Rack ..................$ 629.00 

LD91NS Discovery I & II Brownchurch Half Roof Rack ...........................$ 629.00 

(E) Genuine Land Rover Rear Ladder 

RNA661 Discovery I and II Ladder, Genuine...............................................$ 119.00 

RNA661 Discovery II 


First 

Annual 

Spring 

Rover 

Run 

Morrow 

County 

OHV Park 

Story By: Shirley Vander Veen 

Photos courtesy of Pamela Petroff & P.C.R.C 

The Washington contingent of leader Rich Williams, Jim McPherson, 

Allen Minner, Shirley Vander Veen and grandson Michael met at the 

North Bend Bar and Grill for a leisurely breakfast on Friday morning. 

It set the mood for the trip – much talk of Rovering, jokes and 

laughter. To further impress that this was a Rover trip, Allen then 

installed some fuses he had just acquired at the local NAPA shop. 

We had decided we would follow two lane highways as much as 

possible, but I-90 was not to be denied in crossing Snoqualmie Pass. 

At Ellensburg, we hit the two lane and took Hwy 821 following the 

Yakima River. The river cuts its way through the massive Columbia 

River lava flows from about eight million years ago, and provides 

trout rich waters in the deep canyon. 

Then it was interstate for a while, but Allen found an appropriate 

historical landmark to visit for our gas-thirsty Landies. It was the 

infamous Teapot Dome gas station. And, yes, it is shaped like a teapot 

and, no, there was no gas to be had. 

At Prosser, we hopped on Hwy 221 which took us across the 

wheat fields, vineyards, and sagebrush of Horse Heaven Hills. 

The countryside was scenic with wide-open vistas and distant 

horizons. The blue of the Columbia dotted with whitecaps was a 

welcome sight as we descended from the plateau to the river level. 

Just outside of Umatilla, we picked up Hwy 207 which took us 

down to Lexington. While driving towards Lexington, we were soon 

followed by a logging truck on its way home for the weekend. He 

picked up our chatter on CB channel 5 after, Jim had suggested that 

we pull aside to let him pass. The trucker got on his CB and let us 

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know we were not slowing him down. After a short exchange, we 

learned that the trucker turned out to be an ATV enthusiast and was 

familiar with the Morrow County OHV Park. In fact, he offered to 

show us a short cut to the park. He was as good as his word and we 

left the highway for local roads, bypassed Heppner, and arrived at the 

OHV park without incident. 

The Morrow County ORV park had a very nice tenting area with 

fire rings and picnic tables. A nice grassy lawn, backed by pine trees, 

was blooming with yellow Glacier Lilies. This scenic spot would be 

home for two nights. Our group was the only one in the tenting area 

and we had plenty of room to spread out to find the perfect tent site. 

Awaiting our arrival in the campground, were Chuck Briggs of 

Tigard, and Jim and Jeff Clark. Soon Clark Bowen of Salem joined us. 

Just as night was falling Doug and Jean Shipman arrived from their 

scouting trip for the 4 th of July Run. 

As darkness settled around us, we drew up closer to the fire and 

awaited one more arrival: Gord’n Perrot. Well, some of us waited up. 

My grandson and I wimped out and turned in for the night. But, 

judging from how the firelight played on our tent, I think Gord’n 

probably homed in on the fire from at least two ridges away. 

Gord’n was the last one in on Friday night and was the first one up 

Saturday morning. 

All were up early with the sun. The coals of the fire were coaxed 

back into flame and we gathered for breakfast, coffee and tea while 

we awaited more of our group. Buzz Chandler and Junko joined us 

for the day, rising early and driving from Portland.

The first order of the day was a tech session with Doug and 

Gord’n, discussing recovery techniques and equipment. Gord’n 

pointed out that one of the most important items was to check over 

your rig, at home, before hitting the road. They emphasized the 

importance of recovery points, front and rear, of having tow straps 

and shackles, of caring for your winch and making sure the towline 

members Jason Connolly, with wife Kim, children Caroline and Colin 

arrived just in the nick of time before joining the group heading out 

in search of more trails. 

Saturday night, we had a BBQ with Rich officiating at the 

Cat-a-que. For the uninitiated, the Cat-a-que is a BBQ built in the 

body of an old Caterpillar tractor. Hamburgers, hot dogs and all the 

The Morrow County OHV park contains over six thousand acres and has 

a myriad of trails for the motor bike, ATV and four wheeler alike. 

was properly wound. We discussed the merits of a cable towline 

versus a synthetic towline. Then Doug gave us a good demonstration 

of driving up a narrow rocky defile. 

After that, it was a free for all in the gravel pit. Everyone chose 

their own line of difficulty to follow. There were Rovers all over! 

By then, Ed Perez and sons, Antonio and Emilio, had joined us. Ed 

continued our tech session by breaking an axle on a steep uphill run. 

Fortunately, he still had three wheels with traction and could 

participate in the afternoon trail runs. Doug promptly came to the 

rescue and demonstrating the effectiveness of a kinetic tow rope and 

yanked Ed, and his limping Range Rover, out of the quarry pit. 

The Morrow County OHV park contains over six thousand acres 

and has a myriad of trails for the motor bike, ATV and four-wheeler 

alike. We chose to start with Trail Number 1, which was rated as 

easy. But soon other trails beckoned and Allen had the honor of 

attempting an extremely tight squeeze through the trees. He gave it a 

good try, but stopped as he realized his nice white Range Rover would 

not continue to look so good on the passenger side. Rich came 

forward with his 1963 Series IIA and a tow strap to give Allen a little 

sideways tug for a non-damaging exit. After lunch, several of us 

elected to spend the rest of the afternoon back in camp while the 

more adventurous tackled some of the more difficult trails. New PLRC 

fixings were on the menu with many pitch-in dishes. The potato salad 

provided by Chuck’s wife was much appreciated. No one went 

away hungry. 

The day ended with all gathered around another big fire. The 

buttermilk clouds did not do much to dim the moonlight and the stars 

added their twinkle to the night sky. 

Sunday dawned and too soon breakfast was eaten, tents struck, 

and we were loaded up for the trip home. The Oregonians went their 

separate ways home but, Doug had a special treat in mind for the 

Washington drivers. He led us over to a single-track lane named 

Dead Man’s Loop, just off of Hwy 207. It traversed beautiful 

countryside and had just enough mud to make it fun. Then it was 

back north on Hwy 207. Taking a left on Hardman Ridge Road, we 

drove west with incredible expansive views to the north and the south 

on this gravel super highway. We spread out, trying to escape the 

ever-present dust. Doug was driving fast and his dust cloud faded in 

the distance. But, not to worry, there were pictures to take and 

countryside to enjoy for the Washington west-siders. We worked our 

way over to 97 and headed north and home with many good 

memories of our Oregon sojourn. 

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LION 

RAMPANT 

Story By Mike Gould / Photos By Elliott Raymond / Engine illustrations courtesy Land Rover Engine Design 

Article reprint from LRL August 2007 

The idea of pulling up to the diesel pump at a gas station in a luxury SUV may seem 

strange to most Americans, but in Europe, it is an everyday occurrence. If the trend 

spotters are right, a lot more American drivers will be doing it soon, as well. 

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The European experience is mainly due to the price of diesel, 

which, in most countries, considerably undercuts that of petrol. Add 

the improved mileage and it’s no wonder that diesel powered vehicles 

predominate in all sectors. The one exception to the pricing structure 

is the United Kingdom, where diesel fuel carries a stinging tax 

penalty, making it the most expensive fuel in Europe. Even there, 

however, diesel vehicles are increasing their share of the market, 

particularly in the SUV sector, so much so that Land Rover has 

stopped sales of the 4.4-litre V8 gasoline engine derivative of the LR3, 

known in Europe as the Discovery 3. 

Demand in the US appears equally strong if diesel vehicles were 

The major reason for buying a diesel car is improved mileage. 

For example, the latest 2007 model year Range Rover fitted with the 

TDV8 diesel engine reaches 60 mph only 0.3 seconds slower than its 

naturally aspirated V8 petrol equivalent, but goes 32 percent further 

on a gallon of fuel on the European combined cycle. Not only does 

improved economy mean you go further for each dollar spent on fuel, 

it also means greater range and the convenience of fewer visits to the 

gas station. 

With these advantages, coupled with diesel car manufacturers’ 

lobbying for the same tax breaks as hybrids, it’s no wonder that JD 

Power and Associates is forecasting that diesel powered vehicles, 

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widely available. A recent survey by Autobytel Inc. revealed that 72 

percent of Americans would consider buying a diesel car. With 

low-sulphur diesel on average to be $0.36 per gallon cheaper than 

regular gasoline according to Energy Information Administration 

(EIA) as of June 2007, Americans appear ready to look the other way 

to availability problems in some areas (the Diesel Technology Forum 

estimates that only 42 percent of stations sell the fuel). 

currently accounting for 3.4 percent of the U.S. market, will overtake 

hybrids to claim 15 percent of the market in the next four years. 

Another weapon in the diesel’s arsenal is that the technology is 

less complex than that of hybrids. The vehicles are not encumbered 

by the extra weight of batteries and regenerating equipment, while 

customers also get a more conventional driving experience—and 

one they have grown to like. Underlining this, BMW is suggesting that 

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their future vehicle strategy lies with more efficient vehicles, not 

hybrids. 

There are a growing number of diesel vehicles available on the 

American market. Mercedes offers diesel power on their GL320 CDI, 

ML 320 CDI and R320 CDI SUVs, and on their E320 BLUETEC ® 

sedan. Daimler-Chrysler’s stable mate, Jeep, offers the 

same engine in their Grand Cherokee model. VW 

offers the Touareg in V-10 diesel form, while 

German rival BMW has announced that models 

equipped with their six-cylinder diesel engine 

will be on sale in 2008. The stricter 

emission standards of California, 

Massachusetts, Maine, New York and 

Vermont currently preclude sales in these 

states, but manufacturers are working on full, 

50-state compliance. 

Fuel-efficient diesels are generally 

regarded as being less polluting than their gasoline 

equivalents. They produce less of the green house gas, 

carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), and most are now capable of also 

running on biomass-derived fuels, mixed with refined fossil fuels. On 

the downside, diesel has come under fire for its greater output of 

nitrogen oxide (NO X ) and emission of particulates or soot. 

But it’s not just about increased mileage and the environment. 

Modern diesels are actually very satisfying to drive, in some 

cases more so than their gasoline equivalents. Gone are 

the clanking, smoky oil burners of the past, 

replaced by quiet, powerful and torquey power 

units with a character all their own. 

This is certainly true of the latest 

Land Rover diesel engines, the TDV6 and 

the TDV8. Both are results of a 

long-standing collaboration between the Ford 

Motor Company and PSA Peugeot-Citroen. The 

third phase of this collaboration was Ford led, 

with the production of the TDV6 engine announced in 

June 2003. 

Code-named “Lion” after the 

Peugeot trademark, the TDV6 engine is built at Ford’s plant in 

Dagenham, England and installed in the Discovery 3 for European 

and other markets. It is now also fitted to the Range Rover Sport and 

powers the Jaguar S-Type and Jaguar XJ, as well as various Peugeot 

and Citroen models. The TDV6 was followed by the TDV8 version, 

intended solely for the Range Rover Sport and the Range Rover and 

introduced for the 2007 model year vehicle. Land Rover insiders suggest 

that the Lion family is merely at the start of its life, with exciting 

developments in the pipeline. 

Rumors stemming from an interview with retired Ford executive 

Dave Szczupak suggested that the TDV8 will be fitted in the US 

market to the Ford F-150 pickup by 2009 but our findings suggest 

otherwise. The company is denying that this fitment was ever under 

consideration. The engine is overly sophisticated for a pickup, and 

with the current exchange rate, the imported price would give Ford’s 

cost accountants a few sleepless nights. 

The cylinder blocks of both the TDV6 and the 

TDV8 are cast in Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI), with 

computer-aided design and modern casting 

techniques, achieving both a light weight and 

extraordinary stiffness, which lies at the heart of 

the engine’s refinement. The engine changes 

optimize the degree of separation between 

the cylinder banks, the V6 being at 60 o while 

the V8 is at 90 o . 

Other factors help improve the engine, 

too. The engine has a compression ratio of only 

17.3:1, much lower than other diesels, to prevent their 

characteristic clatter. The pistons have a special crown design to 

optimize combustion, while the lubrication system cools the piston, 

further reducing noise.” 

While the two engines have a lot in common, there are some 

fundamental differences; the V8 is not just the V6 with two extra 

cylinders. The cylinder heads are cast in aluminium and house four 

valves per cylinder driven through twin camshafts for each bank. For 

the V6 they are belt driven, while the extra power and torque of 

the V8 demands a simplex bush chain for the intake valve gear 

and gearwheels for the exhaust camshaft. Both 

engines have intercoolers to increase the density of 

the incoming air, and while the V6 has a single, 

top-mounted turbocharger, the V8 employs 

twin units slung underneath the cylinder 

banks. The turbochargers use variable nozzle 

technology with vanes in the turbine intake that 

move to optimize its response according to 

engine rpm. Use of variable nozzles also eliminates 

the need for a wastegate. The position of the turbo 

chargers on the V8 diesel is dictated by a steeper bank 

angle and requires a unique oil scavenge system to ensure 

lubrication at the angles likely to be encountered during off-road 

use. The inlet manifold on both engines incorporates valves for the 

port deactivation system, which, in certain conditions, closes one of 

the ports feeding fuel into the engine, optimizing the combustion 

characteristics to reduce noise and emissions. 

The engines use the latest, high-pressure, common rail injection 

technology with piezo-electric controlled injectors for micro-control 

over the fuel charge. There can be up to five bursts of fuel into the 

cylinders per combustion cycle, improving fuel consumption and 

refinement and reducing emissions. 

The quest for ultimate refinement continues with the use of 

computer simulated “modal separation” techniques. With each 

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component and ancillary having its own fundamental frequency, it’s 

important that they don’t combine to produce undesirable 

resonances. The compact size of the V configuration engines means 

that there’s plenty of room in the engine bay for noise damping 

acoustic covers. 

In a typical European installation, the Lion TDV6 produces 190 

bhp at 4,000 rpm and develops 325 pounds-feet of torque, peaking 

at 1,900 rpm. Its bigger brother, the TDV8, produces 268 bhp at 

4,000 rpm, while torque is an impressive 472 pounds-feet at 2,000 

rpm. For the Discovery 3 TDV6 automatic, Land Rover quotes 27.2 

miles per Imperial gallon (26.4 miles per US gallon) on the European 

combined cycle. The Range Rover TDV8 achieves 25.1 miles per 

Imperial gallon (24.3 miles per US gallon) on the same basis. 

So with all this technology providing impressive power and 

muscle car torque while returning good mileage, what’s stopping 

Land Rover from launching it in the American market 

The first issue for Land 

Rover is one of perception. 

Image courtesy Ford 

Land Rover is a premium 

brand, and the Range Rover 

is its premium name plate. 

The company is obviously 

concerned that diesel 

fueled vehicles are still 

considered dirty and smelly 

by many US consumers. 

Customers may also think 

that it’s hard to find filling 

stations with diesel pumps. 

The next issue is 

emission compliance. 

Manufacturers, including 

Land Rover, have to 

contend with a wide variety of emission standards for diesel engines. 

Differing regulations apply in the European Union (EU) and Japan, 

while the U.S. has two sets of standards. The strictest applies to the 

states of California, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and 

Vermont, states that follow regulations set by the California Air 

Resources Board (CARB). The other 45 states of the Union apply 

more lenient standards. All concentrate on what they regard as the 

major pollutants, have different test cycles and categorize vehicles in 

different ways. Faced with the costs involved in producing a wide 

range of compliant vehicles, manufacturers are lobbying for 

harmonization, but this seems a long way off. 

In Europe, regulations target emissions of carbon monoxide 

(CO), a gas produced by incomplete fuel combustion which oxidizes 

in the atmosphere to produce CO 2 . In the U.S., NO X , which leads, 

among other things, to acid rain and the photochemical smog that 

affects cities like Los Angeles, is the main target. The greater fuel 

efficiency of diesel engines produces less CO, meeting European 

regulations, but their higher operating temperatures produce more 

NO X , so complying with U.S. regulations is problematic. U.S. 

regulations, especially those instituted by CARB, are also much 

stricter with regard to particulate emissions. 

However, the recent advent of low-sulfur diesel fuel in the US 

made the fitting of Diesel Particulate Filters and NO X -reducing 

cataysts practical in sedans and SUVs, and European manufacturers 

were quick to take advantage. The ultimate aim is full, 50-state 

compliance. This requires the injection of urea, an ammonia-like 

fluid, into a Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system. This reducing 

agent can be carried in a tank that is easily filled up, but if it runs dry, 

the vehicle’s emissions will be non-compliant. 

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently advised 

manufacturers of its approach to SCR systems, specifying the distance 

required between fill-ups and the methods to be put in place to 

prevent the reducing agent running dry or being replaced by an 

inappropriate fluid. These 

include driver warnings, 

and ultimately, ways to 

prevent the vehicle from 

being driven without urea. 

The size of the tank for the 

reducing agent, enough to 

last between scheduled 

service intervals as required 

by the EPA, has been 

estimated to be up to 

10 gallons, a significant 

packaging problem for 

engineers, but meeting these 

requirements will open the 

door to 50-state diesel sales. 

Land Rover’s official 

position is that it is right now looking at all alternative fuels for the 

future and is exploring the feasibility of bringing diesel engines into 

North America. However, they cite packaging and engine-related 

issues that need to be resolved before their introduction is possible. 

With 20 percent of Land Rover sales concentrated in California alone, 

they will need to come up with a full, 50-state compliant solution to 

make the sales of diesel-powered vehicles viable. 

Market forces may yet force Land Rover’s hand. There is a 

growing lobby arguing that efficient diesel power, rather than 

complex hybrids, is the way forward in the search for a cleaner 

environment. With the advent of modern, low-sulfur fuels and 

sophisticated engines, diesel power is losing its old stigma. Mercedes 

is reporting a “very strong” take-up rate on their ML 320 CDI model, 

and with BMW waiting in the wings with a range of diesel powered 

cars, it may not be long before the Lion’s roar is heard across 

North America. 

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EXTERIOR 

RNH716 RNE314 WMH1002 

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RNF260 RNF259 RNC633 

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ARM2 ARM3 RNE313 

(A) Extra Large Defender Mirror Assembly 

RNH716 

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10” x 6” Convex glass improves visibility. Also fits all Series II, IIA, III 

Land Rovers by fitting Defender hinges. Call for details......$ 54.00 

(B) Standard Size Defender Mirror Assembly 

RNE314 

5” x 8” Convex glass mirror. Also fits all Series II, IIA, III 

Land Rovers by fitting Defender hinges. Call for details......$ 48.00 

(C) Defender Wolf Mirror Head 

WMH1002 SHATTER PROOF mirror as used on Military Defenders......$ 39.85 

(D) 6” x 10” Series Mirror Head 

RNF260 6” x 10” convex mirror for Series II, IIA, III ........................$ 13.60 

(E) 5” x 7” Series Mirror Head 

RNF259 5” x 7” convex mirror for Series II, IIA, III..........................$ 11.03 

(F) Genuine Round Mirror Head 

RNC633 Convex round mirror Head for Series II, IIA............................$ 23.05 

(G) 8 1/2” Mirror Arm 

ARM2 

Mounts to wing top & IIA hinges with mirror mount 

fits RNF259, RNF260, RNC633 ............................................$ 15.23 

(H) 8 1/2” Mirror Arm 

ARM3 

Mounts to wing top & IIA hinges with mirror mount 

fits RNF259, RNF260, RNC633 ............................................$ 20.48 

(I) Defender Mirror Arm 

RNE313 

Mounts to Defender hinge accepts all Defender mirror heads 

including WMH1002 ........................................................$ 45.10 

WMH1002 with RNE313 


(A) Defender 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 ....................................................$ 329.00 

RNK6500 Defender 90 Silver ....................................................$ 329.00 

RNK6501B Defender 110 Black ..................................................$ 329.00 

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

RNA6510B Defender 90/ 110 Black............................................$ 159.00 

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

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

RNA6530B Defender 90 Black ....................................................$ 124.95 

RNA6530 Defender 90 Silver ....................................................$ 124.95 

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

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RNA6550B 

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

RNA6550B Defender 90 Black ....................................................$ 69.00 

RNA6550 Defender 90 Silver ....................................................$ 69.00 

RNA6551B Defender 110 Black ..................................................$ 74.50 

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 ............................................$ 169.00 

RNA6520B Defender 90, 110 Black ............................................$ 169.00 

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OFF-ROAD 

(A) Tow Jaw Assm. & Receiver Hitch Adapter 

for all Models 

(1) 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. ................................................................$ 76.60 

(2) 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 ...................................................$ 46.50 

(B) Jack Adapters 

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 without crawling under the vehicle. 

PLA908 Jackall adapter (Orange) .........................................................$ 39.95 

PLA908HL Hi-Lift adapter (Red)............................................................$ 49.00 

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(C) 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 

(D) 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. 

(Base is for Hi-Lift Jacks ONLY) 

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

(E) 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 

(F) Pro Comp Soft Recovery Straps 

Soft Recovery Straps are the latest in recovery tools for better 

shock absorption. Better energy magnification. 

RNH548 2”X20’ strap, 20,000 lb. ....................................................$ 29.95 

RNH549 2”X30’ strap, 20,000 lb. ....................................................$ 39.95 

RNH550 3”X30’ strap, 30,000 lb. ....................................................$ 56.95 

RNH551 4”X30’ strap, 40,000 lb. ....................................................$ 76.95 

(G) Plasma Winch Rope 

The best plasma ropes available. 

RNR2021 3/8” Plasma Rope; 100’.....................................................$ 269.95 

RNR2011 5/16” Plasma Rope; 125’...................................................$ 239.95 

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PLA908 

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(H) Polyurethane Securing Ring 

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

storing or transporting your jack. Fits both Hi-Lift and Jackall jacks. 

RNA9112 Jackall Securing Ring ......................................................$ 9.95 

RNA9113 Hi-Lift Securing Ring.........................................................$ 9.95 

(I) Shackle Recovery Set 

Made of solid steel, this is a stout, easy to use recovery hitch. Shackle and 

hitch pin included as shown. 

RNA1022 Shackle Recovery Set......................................................$ 74.95 

(j) 60” Hi-Lift Jack 

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 Jack.....................................................................................$ 64.00 

(K) 48” Hi-Lift Jack 

The original all cast, all purpose jack can lift, pull, push or hoist 

up to 4,660lbs. 

HL485 Jack.....................................................................................$ 59.00 

(L) 48” Jackall 

A rugged, powerful, all-purpose tool that can lift, pull, push or hoist up to 8,000 lbs. 

It is ideal for self recovery and is widely recommended as an essential component 

of an off-road vehicle’s kit. 

RNA901 Jackall ...........................................................................................$ 69.95 

(M) 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 metalic powder-coat finish, gold zinc-coated 

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

XT485 48” ........................................................................................................$ 79.99 

XT605 60” ........................................................................................................$ 90.00 

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BULL BARS 

ARB Bull Bar: RNH720 

Save on ARB Bull Bars 

Direct from Australia, our ARB Bull Bars provide superior front-end protection for your 

Land Rover. Features reinforced steel wrap around bumper with integral protection bar 

and built in recovery points. Includes mounting points for headlamp washers, CB 

aerial, recovery hitches, and driving lamps. Finished in a durable powder coated satin 

black, or you can paint to match your Land Rover. Built to facilitate a Warn 9,000 lb 

winch with roller fairlead. We offer you a choice between our ARB Bull Bar only or 

assembled with winch. 

RNH720 LR3 ARB Winch Bull Bar only..............................................................$ 1359.75 

3432060 Discovery II ARB Bull Bar only, ‘99-2002 ..................................................$ 989.00 

3432120 Discovery II ARB Bull Bar only, 2003 on ...................................................$ 939.00 

3932020 Discovery II ARB Sahara Bar only, 2003 on .............................................$ 1149.75 

RNB897 Defender 90 110, Series II - III ARB Bull Bar only...........................$ 839.00 

RNA089 Adapter Kit for NAS Defender 110......................................................$ 159.95 

ARB Bull Bar: 3432060 

Assembled with winch: ARBD119WK 

ARB Sahara Bar: 3932020 

Assembled with winch: SBD119WK 

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OFF-ROAD 

(A) Mantec Steering Guard 

Extremely strong aluminum shield powder coated steel frame. 

RNA7002 Defender 90, 100, Steering Guard ...........................................$ 369.00 

RNA7005 Range Rover Classic, Discovery I Steering Guard ..............$ 369.00 

RNA7007 Discovery II Steering Guard ....................................................$ 399.00 

(B) Mantec Camel Trophey Winch Bumper 

Designed for use with Superwinch Huskey 8500lb, & 10,000lb winches. 

RNA7402 Winch Bumper, Defender 90, 110 will fit Series IIA, III.......$ 539.00 

(C) 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 

(D) Raised Air Intakes and Wading Kits 

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 Mantec Raised Air Intake...................................$ 399.00 

RNA1013 Discovery II Mantec Raised Air Intake..................................$ 479.00 

RNA1115 Range Rover Classic Mantec Raised Air Intake ..................$ 387.45 

RNA1002 Defender90/110 NAS Mantec Raised Air Intake..................$ 499.00 

RNA2002 2.5 NA, 2.5 Turbo, 200 TDI Mantec Raised Air Intake..........$ 367.45 

RNA2002TDI Defender Td5, 300 TDI Mantec Raised air Intake 

(Black PVC Plastic)....................................................................$ 346.45 

MANTEC’s Wading Kit includes breather extensions and connectors for front and 

rear axles, gear box and transfer box up to the height of your raised air intake to 

improve your vehicle's wading ability in wet or flooded conditions. (Not shown) 

RNA1012 Wading Kit, Tdi, V8 fits RRC, Discovery I and Defender .....$ 119.00 

(E) Swingaway Wheel Carrier 

This Wheel Carrier works with the door to relieve all weight of the spare tire so your 

door is light and easy to use. Zinc phosphate and black polyester-coated heavy duty 

tubular steel construction takes the stress and weight off of your rear door hinges. 

Includes instructions and all necessary hardware for installation. Will fit Series II, IIA, 

III, Defender 90/110. 

RNA2550 MANTEC Swingaway Tire Carrier ..........................................$ 499.95 

A 

Steering Guard 

RNA7007 

B 

Winch Bumper 

RNA7402 

C 

Differential Guard 

DIFF01AA 

E 

Front View 

Swingaway Wheel Carrier 

RNA2550 

Back View 

D 

Raised Air Intakes 

RNA1002 


BEHIND THESTEERING WHEEL 

By Jeffrey B. Aronson 

Land Rover ownership is not for the bashful. 

Don’t become a Land Rover enthusiast if you 

crave anonymity. To quote Martha and the 

Vandellas, “nowhere to run, nowhere to 

hide.” A vehicle as distinctive as a Land Rover 

– any model will do – does not blend into the 

landscape; it stands up and testifies to your 

character. 

In my case, the QE I, my ’66 Series II-A 

88” SW, has drawn the attention of the family 

that owns and operates our local boatyard. 

For decades husband, wife and adult children 

have taken much glee in the condition of my 

Land Rover. Should one pass me in their 

truck while I am walking somewhere they will 

ask the same question. “Need a ride Did it 

break down” If I try and explain a simple 

repair to them, they will break down in gales 

of laughter to note they haven’t carried a tool 

in the family Ford Expedition since its 

purchase. Their attitude may have something 

to do with their ownership of two Ford Model 

A’s that have run trouble-free. One year on his 

birthday I gave the father a framed photo of 

the Land Rover with a printed voucher good 

for one ride. The voucher remains open. 

So when I saw the a family member 

biking down a road with his children, I could 

not help but slow down as I passed him and 

yell out, “See – it is too faster than a bicycle!” 

His parting shot of “in your dreams” was just 

so lame. 

_______ ________ 

You can live vicariously through your Land 

Rover. You may be driving to a golf course in 

your LR3 but in your mind those sand traps 

become exciting places to try out the “sand” 

setting on the Terrain Response system. 

Certainly any time I venture down a dirt lane 

for daily work in my II-A, I am not in charted 

Maine but in uncharted landscapes. 

In April I conversed with correspondent 

Randy Dickson of White River Junction, VT. 

When I asked him “what’s your job” he 

responded with a short answer. “I’m an 

industrial arts teacher,” he said. Then he 

asked me the same question. Oh, boy, this is 

going to take a while. 

Like many people in Maine and 

throughout northern New England, I have 

multiple jobs, depending on the seasons. 

Painting houses, caretaking summer 

properties, wood cutting and clearing are 

best accomplished in drier, warmer weather. 

In northern New England, that means late 

spring, summer or early fall. Fortunately for 

me, I have other jobs - editing this magazine, 

assisting at our local school, building web 

sites, public humanities programs and 

bartending. Reading, talking, surfing the web 

and drinking occur year round. 

This island is the size of an English town, 

about 4 miles wide and 9 miles long. You’re 

not going to put on a lot of miles working 

here. Good thing, too, for gas has risen to 

nearly $4.00 per gallon. The island school 

lies 1 mile from the village. After working 

there one morning I walked to the parking lot 

with Amanda, our school secretary. 

“Amanda,” I said, “how would you like a ride 

to the village in my Land Rover, the ‘Chick 

Magnet’” She laughed and said, “Jeff, I’ve 

only got 30 minutes for lunch!” 

Summer people have commented to me 

that my two ’66 Series II-A’s are perfect 

vehicles for the island. Unknowingly they treat 

the Land Rovers as if they were delicate 

antiques, unable to withstand the rigors of 

daily use. Wrong! The Station Wagon and the 

Hardtop are perfect vehicles for daily use. 

You also have room for a lawn mower, fuel 

cans, a weed whacker, or gallons of paint, 

brushes, tarpaulins, scrapers, sanders, rolls 

of roofing and a 24’ ladder. Even an 88” 

wheelbase will permit carrying of a lot of 

construction debris and landscaping detritus 

to the local dump. Leave some of the gear 

behind and you can transport a crew of 4 in 

jump seat comfort. 

The weather has been screwy in Maine 

this year. Winter came late, in February, with 

hard cold and little snow. March and April 

brought heavy snowfalls and two nor’easters 

that battered the entire state. On May 1; it is 

snowed in Caribou, Maine. The weather 

extended the heating season and emptied out 

the wood pile. Heavy snowmelt and hard 

spring rains made the fields and woods quite 

wet and boggy. Major storms hit in June and 

July; August has witnessed fog and damp 

weather usually associated with June weather. 

Cool weather overall meant that fetching 

wood for the stove has been a steady need. 

Fold up the rear seats in the station wagon, 

remove the ammo box [my version of 

the fabled “Continental Touring Kit”] and 

the crate full of “Car in A Can” fluids, and 

you have a lot of room in which to 

stuff firewood. 

One evening a new summer family came 

into the bar for food and drink. They’re 

Connecticut residents building a summer 

home on newly-cleared waterfront. My ears 

perked up – what are you doing with the 

logged trees In fact, they had some local 

brothers clear the land and cut the trees into 

log length already. If they didn’t want the 

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wood, I was free to drive down and take it. A 

phone call the next day cleared the way for 

me to add to my depleted woodpile. 

When I arrived at the lane to their lot, I 

got out of the Rover to walk the land. It sloped 

down steadily towards the rocky shore. The 

ground was quite soft with runoff, but I 

noticed some ledge and rocks in the ground 

that should provide solid footing. I got back 

in the Rover and drove down in first gear low 

range to the wood stacked near the shore. I 

loaded up the Rover with wood stacked 

nearly to the roof. Then I headed back up 

the hill. 

English magazines will tell often about 

the challenges of off off-roading in slippery 

grassy fields. They’re right. My route required 

that I turn left and then head up a steep rise 

with no room to gain momentum. The Rover’s 

wheel started to spin in first low range. 

Shifting into second lessened the wheelspin 

but I couldn’t get enough speed to make it up 

the hill. I considered shifting into high range 

4-wheel drive but I knew that first gear would 

be too low for the entire run up the hill; 

shifting a non-synchro II-A on the fly just 

looses momentum. 

After a few tries I could see ruts forming 

in the field, so I got out of the car to plan a 

different route. I had no desire to empty the 

Rover of wood – it had taken too much 

energy to stuff it in. Taking a longer 

way round would give me more room for 

momentum, but take me across potentially 

softer ground. Just in case, I knew I had my 

Hi-Lift for assistance, so I gave the new route 

a try. Fortunately, it worked! 

_______ ________ 

If you have friends who are also Land Rover 

enthusiasts, you can live vicariously through 

their cars, too. One of my Series II-A’s is 

shared with another island resident. This ’66 

II-A 88” HT, which we’ve named the QM I, 

was a former Vermont estate farm truck. We 

love it to death but it presents my partners, 

Hugh and Sue, with two problems. It’s too 

small for Hugh’s 6’ 4” frame and too heavy for 

Sue’s petite frame, so it hasn’t gotten much 

use during their half of the year. The II-A 

has also seemed just a bit primitive for 

regular use to them, particularly in the traffic 

on the mainland. So it was no surprise 

to me when Hugh started to ask a lot of 

questions about Defenders and Discoverys. 

While the latter appealed to Hugh on the basis 

of price he determined he didn’t need the 

complexity and passenger comfort of a 

Discovery. He needed the utility, the strength 

and the excitement of a Defender. Proving that 

she’s destined for sainthood, Sue agreed and 

the search began in earnest. Happily, they 

made me part of the shopping expedition. 

I scoured 

the Rovers 

N o r t h 

c u s t o m e r 

sales list and 

the website for 

leads. We 

wanted a local 

vehicle so that 

Hugh could 

d e t e r m i n e 

w h e t h e r 

he’d be 

comfortable 

in the car; we had omitted this step with our 

shared II-A and Hugh didn’t discover how 

cramped the II-A was until after its purchase. 

I lucked out when I stopped at East Coast 

Rover on a trip to the mainland. There stood 

a ’95 Defender 5-speed soft top with 

low mileage, a Warn winch, scruffy 

appearance but well-maintained and 

equipped mechanically. Mike Smith’s 

company had outfitted and maintained the 

vehicle for most of its life and the car 

sounded great, even with a rotted out exhaust 

system. 

Hugh and Sue drove the car a few days 

later, made an offer, and then began the fun 

process of outfitting the car to their 

preferences. Should they keep the air lockers, 

return the car to a stock rear end ratio 

and original sills, add driving lights, accept 

the drafts of the original Tickford top 

or upgrade to higher quality tops Sharing 

their shopping list, most of it unaffordable to 

me, proved highly entertaining. By the time 

of publication, I should have received my first 

ride in their Defender. Congratulations and 

thanks for the fun! 

_______ ________ 

My love of British cars came through my 

mother’s affection for the country in which 

she spent her early decades; as a youngster, 

I made three trips to England to visit the 

family. In a toy store in Manchester, I became 

a huge fan of Matchbox cars. There I 

discovered that British manufacturers 

constructed sports cars and Land Rovers, not 

just the Hillman Huskys and other Rootes 

products purchased by my mum’s family. The 

Land Rover models captivated me. My father, 

a diehard 

B u i c k 

English magazines will tell 

often about the challenges 

of off off-roading in 

slippery grassy fields. 

They’re right. 

o w n e r , 

scoffed at 

the idea of 

purchasing a 

Land Rover, 

preferring 

his station 

wagons with 

fins rather 

than jump 

seats. The 

Land Rover 

model disappeared over time but it never left 

my mind. To this day, I still envy enthusiasts 

with Matchbox Car collections. 

So it was with sadness that I read of the 

death Jack Odell last July. Odell was the 

engineer who created the Matchbox model 

car. By the time of his death, over 3 billion 

copies of some 12,000 different vehicles had 

been made. He started in 1953 with a tiny 

steamroller, manufactured in London in a 

building that once housed a pub called The 

Rifleman. The next vehicle selected was a 

Land Rover. A year later an MG TD began the 

long series of car models. At 49 cents, 

Matchbox cars became huge sellers 

worldwide. Some of the cars had over 100 

die-cast parts, despite their diminutive size 

mandated by school regulations that barring 

toys later than a matchbox in size. 

Engineering made the Matchbox car 

more than just a toy just as engineering 

makes a Land Rover far more than just an 

SUV. Thanks, Mr. Odell, for making the world 

a better place for boys and girls of all ages. 

_______ ________ 

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SUSPENSION 

PERFORMANCE 

SUSPENSION 

KITS 

(A) 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 

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

RNK5211 Defender 90, with winch .....................................................$ 619.00 

RNK5202 Defender 110, with winch....................................................$ 599.00 

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

Discovery I 1994 - 1999 

RNK5203 Discovery I, without winch..................................................$ 599.00 

RNK5213 Discovery I, with winch .......................................................$ 599.00 


Discovery II 1999 - 2004 

RNK5208 Discovery II, with winch ......................................................$ 769.00 

Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995 

RNK5204 Range Rover Classic, 100” without winch........................$ 599.00 

RNK5214 Range Rover Classic, 100” with winch .............................$ 629.00 


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

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, good on-road. 

Defender 90 

OMED90K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 659.00 

OMED90K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 659.00 

OMESD32 Steering Damper ...................................................................$ 73.45 

Defender 110 Station Wagon 

OMED110K1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 659.00 

OMED110K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 659.00 


Defender 110 Pick-up or Hardtop 

OMED110RK1 Standard Duty........................................................................$ 659.00 

OMED110RK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 659.00 



OMEDS1K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 639.95 

OMEDS1K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 639.95 



OMEDS2K1 Standard .................................................................................$ 639.95 

OMEDS2K2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 639.95 


Range Rover Classic 

OMERRK1 Standard .................................................................................$ 639.95 

OMERRK2 Heavy Duty .............................................................................$ 639.95 


A 

B 

4x4 SHOCKS & SPRINGS 

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PRO COMP 2 INCH PERFORMANCE 

SUSPENSION KITS 

NO COMPROMISE. 

Perfect for those on a mission to conquer all on and 

off-road terrain without the harsh ride associated with 

heavy duty springs. Experience smooth and responsive 

performance with added clearance. Simply select the 

front & rear springs that best match your Land Rover from 

the chart below & add a set of 4 Pro Comp shocks. 

SUSPENSION 

+ + = 

For front coil springs 

choose a part number 

from the chart below. 

For rear coil springs 

choose a part number 

from the chart below. 

For Pro Comp shock set of 4 

use part number: 

PCS9020 for Defender 

PCS9030 for Discovery I 

PCS9050 for Range Rover Classic 

originally equipped with coil 

springs. 

ONLY 

$489.00 

2” Higher Front Coil Spring Sets 2” Higher Rear Coil Spring Sets 

Standard front end 

no extra equipment 

Equipped with heavy duty 

bumper and winch. 

Standard rear weight 

no extra equipment 

200 lbs of extra 

equipment installed 

300 lbs of extra 

equipment installed 

Discovery I 

1994-1999 

CSS001 

CSS002 

CSS004 

CSS004 

CSS005 


1987-1993 

Coil Spring 

CSS001 

CSS002 

CSS003 

CSS004 

CSS005 

Defender 90 NAS 

CSS002 

CSS002 

CSS004 

CSS004 

CSS005 

Defender 110 

CSS002 

CSS002 

CSS006 

CSS006 

CSS006 


PARABOLIC SPRINGS SETS 

A 

SUSPENSION 

(A) Balanced Parabolic Spring and Shock Kits 

(Series II, IIA, III) 

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

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

Improve your ride, improve your 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 included a set of our Pro Comp Nitor Gas Shocks, or OME 

Nitrocharger shocks. 

Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits with Pro Comp shocks 

RNK112388PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 88” ..............$ 699.95 

RNK1123109PC 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 PC shocks, for 109” ............$ 699.95 

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

Heavy Duty set, for 109” ......................................................$ 789.00 

Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits with 

Old Man Emu Shocks 

RNK112388 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, for 88”...........$ 889.95 

RNK1123109 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, for 109”.........$ 889.95 

RNK1124109 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, 

Heavy Duty set, for 109” ......................................................$ 899.95 

Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits w/o Shocks 

Includes U bolts with nuts 

RNK1123 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears for 88” and 109” ......................$ 499.00 

RNK1124 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, HD set for 109” .......................$ 589.00 

RNK112388PC 

A 

A 

RNK1124 

RNK11241109PC 

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PERFORMANCE SHOCKS 

(B) 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. 


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

RNA243-5D Set of five (includes Damper) .............................................$ 393.75 

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


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

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



RNA6046-7 Set of four...............................................................................$ 379.00 



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

RNA243-5 RR Classic (Set of four + damper)......................................$ 379.00 

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

RNA245 RR Classic, Steering Damper..............................................$ 84.95 

Range Rover P38A 1999 - 2002 

RNA2214-5 Set of four...............................................................................$ 369.00 

B 

C 

SUSPENSION 

(C) 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” 

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

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

OMESD11 88 and 109 Steering Damper ...............................................$ 73.45 


OMESKDEF Set of four shocks.................................................................$ 329.00 



OMESKDS1 Set of four shocks ................................................................$ 329.00 



OMESKDS2 Set of four shocks ................................................................$ 329.00 


Range Rover Classic 1987 - 1995 

OMESKRR Set of four shocks ................................................................$ 329.00 


(D) Pro Comp ES 9000 Shocks 

For Discovery, Range Rover and 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. 

D 

4x4 SHOCKS & SPRINGS 

PCS3088 88” front and rear shock set......................................................$ 169.99 

PCS3109 109” front and rear shock set....................................................$ 169.99 

Steering Damper 

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

Range Rover Classic and Discovery I ...............................$ 41.95 


A 

PLS023HDY Standard 10” 

Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Yellow 

B 

PLH057E Raised Poly Axle Stop 

C 

PLS039HD Heavy Duty Securing Ring 

SUSPENSION 

PLS022HDG 8” 

Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers, Galvanized 

D 

SRP105 Front Spring Retainer 

E 

PLS023DC Front Dislocation Cones 

F 

PLH617DC Rear Dislocation Cones 

SRP106 Rear Spring Retainer 

G PLH617DK Rear Shock Mount Drop Kit 

H RNA5102 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers 

I 

Flexible Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit 

J 

RNWS002 ProLine Performance 

Wheel Spacer Set 

K 

RNA350 Wheel Flare Set 

Extended 

L 

PLH009 Heavy Duty Drive Flange 

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SUSPENSION 

COMPETITION 

ACCESSORIES 

for Defender, Discovery I & 


(coil springs) 

(A) Front Heavy Duty Shock Towers 

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

PLS022HDY 8”, powder coated Yellow, pair ..................................$179.00 

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

PLS022HDG 8”, galvanized, pair.......................................................$179.00 

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

(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) Heavy Duty Securing Ring 

PLS039HD 

Used to secure heavy duty or standard shock tower to 

your chassis (sold individually) ..................................$ 19.95 

(D) Heavy Duty Spring Retainers 

Improves springs attachment to axle. Required with dislocation cones. 

SRP105 Front heavy duty spring retainer, pair.......................$ 20.95 

SRP106 Rear heavy duty spring retainer, pair........................$ 15.90 

(E) Front Dislocation Cones 

PLS023DC 

Easily bolts to your chassis front top spring mount. 

Proven effective in guiding a dislocated spring back 

into place, allowing for maximum axle articulation. 

(Pair)................................................................................$ 89.00 

(F) Rear Dislocation Cones 

PLH617DC Easily bolts to your chassis rear top spring mount. 

Proven effective in guiding a dislocated spring back 

into place, allowing for maximum axle articulation. 

(Pair) RRC, Discovery I, Defender 90.........................$ 89.00 

PLH617DC (Pair) Defender 110.......................................................$ 89.00 

(G) Rear Shock Mount Drop kit 

PLH617DK 

Increases the travel of your rear shock by lowering 

your top mount 2”. Works great with our 2” lower heavy 

duty front shock towers (Pair)....................................$ 89.00 

(H) 2 Inch Heavy Duty Lift Spacers 

Raise your Defender, Range Rover Classic, Discovery I and II by 2 inches, using our 

Lift Spacers. Easy to install, for that DIY person. No special tools are required. Fits 

between axle and spring plate. 

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

(I) 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.....................................................................................$ 119.00 

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

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

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

(J) ProLine Performance Wheel Spacer Set 

Widen your Land Rover's track, and 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 ....................$ 389.00 

RNWS002 Discovery II, Range Rover P38A ................................................$ 399.00 

(K) Wheel Flare Set 

Wheel Flare set for Discovery I 1994-1999, Discovery II 1999-2004 & Range 

Rover Classic 1983-1995. The road legal solution for tires too wide for your 

Land Rover. Easy to install, and easy to modify. Made of high strength 

flexible plastic compound that will hold up to off-road use. 2 inches wide, 

supplied in black. Adaptable to factory openings or ones cut over size. 

Complete kit for 4 door Discovery I & Range Rover Classic. Includes 

hardware and some very British instructions. 

RNA350 .........................................................................................$ 499.95 

(L) Heavy Duty Drive Flange 

Fits Defender, Discovery I and Range Rover Classic. Anodized finish with 

screw on caps, sold in pairs. 

PLH009 Drive Flange H/D 24 spline ..........................................$ 92.50 PR. 


SUSPENSION 

A 

COMPLETE COIL CONVERSION KITS FOR EASY INSTALLATION 

The only kits featuring Genuine variable rate coil springs 

for a superior ride and improved handling. 

B 

(A) 1993 - ‘95 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 get 

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

expense by converting your Range Rover Classic to a coil-sprung Range Rover. 

This kit contains all Genuine parts and includes everything needed for the proper 

conversion and continued reliable on or 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! Includes detailed instructions and all necessary hardware. 

RNK5105 Coil Spring Conversion Kit, Range Rover Classic, 

Genuine (as showm above).................................................$ 379.00 

1993 - ‘95 Range Rover Classic 

Coil Conversion Kit using Old Man Emu springs 

RNK5105A 

Coil Spring Conversion Kit (with OME springs), 

Range Rover Classic (not shown) ......................................$ 399.95 

(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 is a top quality kit for standard duty for normal driving 

and off road conditions, that 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 Genuine variable rate springs, 2 Genuine rear coil spring isolators, 

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

adapters, 4 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. 

PLK5106 Standard RR P38A Coil Spring Conversion Kit.......................$ 739.00 

RNK5107 Heavy Duty, P38A Coil Conversion Kit...............................$ 769.00 

1995-2002 Range Rover P38A Coil Spring Conversion 

Kits with 4 gas pressurized Bilstein Shocks. 

RNK5116 

RNK5117 

Standard w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit..............$1254.75 

Heavy Duty w/Bilsteins, P38A Coil Conversion Kit..........$1299.00 

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C 

D 

DISCOVERY II REAR AIR TO 

GENUINE COIL SPRING 

CONVERSION KIT 

(C) 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 continued reliable performance. Kit contains 

Genuine parts, everything for the conversion, instructions and hardware. 

RNK5118 Discovery II Rear Air to Coil Spring Conversion Kit........$ 279.00 

(D) Air Spring Assembly 

Range Rover P38A (1995-2002) 

RND262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each............$ 299.00 

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

RND263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 299.00 

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

PLD823 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Each .............$ 189.00 


RNS035 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine, Each ...........$ 299.00 

RNS036 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine, Each ............$ 269.00 

Discovery II 

PLD823 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine, Each .............$ 189.00 

(E) Polyurethane Bushing Kits 

These Polyurethane Bushing Kits were designed with the DIY indivaidual in mind; 

both easy to install and the best possible price anywhere. These Kits are suitable for 

normal, as well as 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. .................................$ 139.95 

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...................................$ 109.50 

(F) Genuine Land Rover Suspension Bushing Kits 

For superior performance and durability, no other bushings known will 

outlast Genuine Suspension Bushings. Includes all Land Rover Genuine Parts, 

bushings and hardware for replacing suspension bushings on your vehicle. 

Professional installation is recommended. 

SUSPENSION 

RND262 Air Spring Assembly 

E 

RNK5910 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings Pre '86 .......................$ 199.00 

RNK5911 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings Pre '86 .........................$ 219.00 

RNK5912 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘86-’90 .........................$ 157.45 

RNK5913 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘86-’92 ..........................$ 199.45 

RNK5914 Range Rover Classic Front Bushings ‘91 on ..........................$ 146.95 

RNK5915 Range Rover Classic Rear Bushings ‘93 on ...........................$ 199.45 

RNK5918 Discovery I Front Bushings.......................................................$ 146.95 

RNK5915 Discovery I Rear Bushings........................................................$ 199.45 

RNK5916 Defender 90, 110 Front Bushings ‘91 on..................................$ 145.95 

RNK5915 Defender 90, 110 Rear Bushings .............................................$ 199.45 

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Roadside Mechanic 

Story & Photo By Calef Letorney 

In a new series called Roadside Mechanic, 

Waxoyl USA wants to salute those 

enthusiasts with the pluck and 

determination to fix their mechanical 

situations on the side of the road or trail 

rather than suffer the embarrassment of calling 

a tow truck. Are you a “Roadside Mechanic Tell us your story 

in about 1,000 words! If your story is chosen to run in the 

Rovers North News Waxoyl USA will give you a Rovers North 

gift certificate worth $75.00. 

The plan was to drive my Ex- MOD 300 TDI 110 from Salt Lake 

City, Utah to Vermont in three days, by myself, fully loaded and pulling 

a heavy trailer, in the middle of a July heat wave. To succeed 

I needed to drive at least 15 hours a day. Like many early Defenders, 

mine lacks air conditioning, so I knew the trip was going to be 

physically exhausting for both me and my Rover. The goal of three 

days travel time would only be possible if I had no mechanical issues; 

the stage was set for what would become an epic journey. 

I left Salt Lake City plagued by uncertainty, feeling like I was 

limping home to fix my mechanical issues. Limping BEFORE the 3000 

mile drive, not good. I didn’t have one issue that really bothered me, 

more a smattering of minor problems: there was the cracked 

headlight that burnt out the bulb, a fast failing clutch master cylinder 

that still functioned about 70% of the time, the fender that had fallen 

off my trailer, the mud flap that had fallen off my truck, and the 

lingering memory of the front left wheel falling off at 70 MPH in 

Colorado a few weeks earlier. All these seemingly minor issues 

combined to heighten my sensitivity and overall paranoia of potential 

mechanical issues. So I got the oil changed and fluids toped off, 

projected some positive energy, drank some caffeine, and started 

driving. 

On day one my spirits were high and the sailing was smooth. 

I easily crossed the mountains of Utah and Wyoming, and entered the 

flats of Nebraska. Predominantly running slightly downhill with a tail 

wind I had no trouble pulling 80-85 MPH through most of the 

“Cornhusker State.” With around a thousand miles under my belt 

I pulled over around eleven to sleep in the back of my truck. Day one 

had been as smooth as could be and I was happy to be on my 

way home. 

Day two started less favorably. I woke to the depressing 

realization that I still had two full days of driving ahead of me. All of 

a sudden the drive was not very exciting and my music collection was 

not so entertaining. The latter turned out to be a non-issue when my 

battery health meter started reading negative. Concerned about 

alternator troubles I decided to turn the radio off and enjoy the sound 

of my Rover’s aerodynamic inefficiency. While less entertaining than 

the radio, I was trying to look on the bright side by reminding myself 

that listening to road noise really helps monitor the mechanical 

health of the Rover. If something were to go wrong, I should be able 

to hear it first, right I proved that theory wrong about a half hour 

later when I felt a violent lurch and a total loss of power. 

If you have ever been driving along in your Land Rover and heard 

a clunk followed by the engine revving, you know it is not a 

happy sensation but not always cause for panic. Occasionally the 

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transmission pops out of high range back into neutral, but I find this 

only happens shortly after shifting from low range to high range. So I 

was able to rule that really attractive theory out right away because I 

had not touched that lever in over a thousand miles. This left me 

coasting to the side of the highway, optimistically pondering what sort 

of small mishap could have caused my temporary lack of power, 

when the rear wheels suddenly locked up and start skidding, oh joy! 

Luckily the skidding only lasted a second, but the optimism was permanently 

gone and I knew something was really wrong. 

When I was safely in the grass on the side of the highway, 

I crawled under the Rover to have a look-see. The immense amount 

of smoke from the rear differential was the only clue this home 

mechanic needed to diagnose the problem. I smoked the rear diff, 

literally. My next thought was automatic: What do I need to do to get 

home in front wheel drive Because there ain’t no way am I hanging 

out in whatever nondescript flat State I am in right now, in a town 

whose primary purpose is to service the trucking industry that rolls 

through I-80, while I wait for Rovers North to send me the parts. 

The first task was obvious. I had to disconnect the drive shaft to 

remove power to the differential. I would be traveling home in front 

wheel drive anyways, so I might as well remove the connection from 

the problem diff to the transfer box. The nuts on the hand break drum 

came off quite easily. Unfortunately the diff side was a lot harder. 

Scolding hot, covered in oil, and baked on I wrestled with the 4 bolts 

that hold the drive shaft onto the diff for over a half hour. Admittedly 

I lost my cool, and called my baby a “Piece of shit Ford” several 

times. Sadly our relationship has not been the same since. 

When I was done I quickly picked up my tools, engaged the diff 

lock and slowly drove to the next exit. At this point I realized I was not 

only covered in oil but also sweat and grass clippings that had stuck 

to the oil/sweat mixture, so I made use of the truck stop’s shower 

facility, which is fantastic by the way. Then I called my father, who 

politely reminded me I needed to pull the half axles out to prevent the 

possibly ceased spider gears from locking the wheels again. He 

predicted it would take me about an hour to pull the hub cap, lock 

ring, drive flange, and axle then replace the drive flange and hub cap 

on both sides. “OK time me.” Twenty-seven minutes later I was back 

on the road feeling like nothing could stop me, a feeling that lasted 

through the rest of day two and a few miles into day three. 

I hit the road early on day three as I had lost time to make up. 

The Rover was pulling great in front wheel drive, and I was in a great 

mood, because for the first time in over a month and a half I would 

be sleeping in my own bed. Then I heard another loud clunk, 

followed by several hollow clanks. In my side mirror I saw sparks 

flying. It is not often you loose a piece of your Rover on the road, but 

it is a pretty unmistakable feeling, one that I had now experienced 

twice on this trip. What could have possibly fallen off now! I pulled 

over to the side of the road and stopped, thinking, well at least I still 

have power and brakes. When I attempted to engaged my hand brake 

I instantly knew the problem. 

I pulled up on the hand brake and there was no tension. 

Whoops! A quick peak under confirmed my fears, I had lost the 

handbrake drum. The hand brake drum is primarily held on by the 

drive shaft, which I removed and neglected to replace the nuts 

tightly. The drum had stayed on for at least 500 miles the day before 

only to cut loose less than ten miles into he third day. Now what 

do I do 

At that point I looked down the busy highway. There was no sign 

of a hand brake drum. To hell with it, I thought. A quick peek under 

the Rover confirmed I wasn’t prone to loosing more parts, or more 

prone than usual at least. So I hopped back in the truck and drove to 

Vermont. The last day of driving went smoothly; in fact it turns out that 

my truck is more fuel-efficient in front wheel drive. On the way home 

I resolved my electrical issues. The extreme heat had causes my 

battery's water to evaporate. After opening the battery ports and 

pouring distilled water in, the gauge started to read normally again. 

My Defender 110 had made it home against all odds. All in all it was 

kind of fun, but I hope not to have any more excitement of this nature 

for some time. 

I would later discover the fill plug of the diff. was missing, that’ll 

do it. My dad ask the pertinent question “how did you forget to put 

the fill plug in” What! Ughhhhh, I took it to a chain before I left SLC. 

Looking back I should have realized that the oily mess on the trailer 

was not from the construction as I had theorized, but the diff. as oil 

splashed out of the fill plug hole. I had ignored the possibility that the 

oil was coming from my truck, as it was not spotting when parked, 

bad assumption. Either way, I learned a valuable lesson: Do not take 

your truck to [legally I can not disclose the companies name, due to 

the settlement with their insurance company, which assumed liability 

and payed for my replacement parts]. If you’re on a road trip and 

must take it to a service center, double check their work. On the 

bright side, now I know, and as the great G.I. Joe said, “knowing is 

half the battle!” 

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MECHANICAL 

NEW SteeringBox (not rebuilt) 

Assembly Complete with Drop Arm - NO CORE CHARGE! 


PLS004A Steering Box with Steering Drop Arm and Ball Joint. 

Up to NA615503 (An $875.00 value). ............................$ 499.95 

PLS004B Steering Box, Straight Drop Arm with No Ball Joint. 

From NA615504 (An $875.00 value)..............................$ 499.95 

Discovery I 

PLS004B 

Steering Box, Straight Drop Arm. 

(Fits all Discovery I 1993-1999) 

PLS004A 

(An $875.00 value)...........................................................$ 499.95 

Discovery II 

PLH606 Steering Box, with Drop Arm 

1999-2002 (A $1,007.69 value) .......................................$ 556.45 

PLH607 Steering Box, with Drop Arm 

2003-2004 (A $924.00 value) ..........................................$ 556.45 

Series III 

PLE427 Steering column and box assembly............................$ 429.00 

RNS069 Tie Rod End 

Tie Rod End 


RNS069 Tie Rod End, RH Thread, includes hardware, Genuine ...........$ 29.50 

PLS069 Tie Rod End, RH Thread, includes hardware, ProLine.............$ 20.95 

RNS070 Tie Rod End, LH Thread, includes hardware, Genuine............$ 29.50 

PLS070 Tie Rod End, LH Thread, includes hardware, ProLine .............$ 20.95 

RNS069 Ball Joint for Track Rod ................................................................$ 29.50 

Discovery I 





RNS069 Ball Joint for Track Rod ................................................................$ 29.50 

Discovery II 

RNH139 

Ball Joint Assembly LH Thread includes boot, washer, 

and lock nut, Genuine ...............................................................$ 33.55 

.RNH074 Track Rod with Ball Joint .........................................................$ 115.45 

RNH071 Track Rod with Ball Joint .........................................................$ 119.00 

Range Rover P38A 

RNH139 

Ball Joint Assembly LH Thread includes boot, washer, 

and lock nut, Genuine ...............................................................$ 33.55 



Series III 

Tie Rod End assembly fully threaded includes boot, washer and lock nut 

RNF204 Tie Rod, RH Thread, Genuine...................................................$ 33.58 

PLF204 Tie Rod, RH Thread, ProLine ....................................................$ 20.95 

RNF205 Tie Rod, LH Thread, Genuine ...................................................$ 33.58 

PLF205 Tie Rod, LH Thread, ProLine.....................................................$ 20.95 

Defender 





Wheel Cylinders for 88”, Series II, IIA, III 

Check Out These Girling Prices 

RNB535 Front Right, Genuine...........................................................................$ 73.45 

PLB535 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling).................................................$ 45.00 

RNB536 Front Left, Genuine .............................................................................$ 73.45 

PLB536 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...................................................$ 45.00 

Wheel Cylinders (continued) 

RNB538 Rear Left, Genuine..............................................................................$ 75.38 

PLB538 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)....................................................$ 49.00 

Wheel Cylinders for 109”, 2.25 

RNB542 Front Right, Genuine...........................................................................$ 51.41 

PLB542 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling).................................................$ 37.85 

RNB541 Front Left, Genuine .............................................................................$ 51.41 

PLB541 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...................................................$ 37.85 

RNB535 Rear Right, Genuine ...........................................................................$ 73.45 

PLB535 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .................................................$ 45.00 

RNB536 Rear Left, Genuine..............................................................................$ 73.45 

PLB536 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)....................................................$ 45.00 

Lucas Brake Fluid 

GBF4250 Lucas Brake Fluid, 250 ml..................................................................$ 4.20 

GBF4500 Lucas Brake Fluid, 500 ml..................................................................$ 7.35 

GBF4100 Lucas Brake Fluid, 1 Litre..................................................................$ 12.60 

ProLine Series II, IIA, III Brake Drums 

PLC534 88 Series III 10” Brake Drum, ProLine ............................................$ 45.95 

PLC545 88 Series II, IIA 10” Brake Drum, ProLine ......................................$ 45.95 

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.............................................................................$ 167.95 

RNK682 88” Dual Power, Series IIA................................................................$ 199.50 

RNK683 88” Dual Power, Series III .................................................................$ 199.50 

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........................................$ 35.50 

PLF343 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front only, 2.25ltr..............................$ 39.95 

PLF321 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, rear only, all models .......................$ 45.50 

PLF342 Brake Shoes for handbrake, Series IIA/III.....................................$ 24.95 

PLF320 Series Brake Shoes 

NEW ProLine Brake Calipers with no Core Charge 


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 ............................................$ 239.00 

PLF201 Defender 110, Front Caliper, NEW, LH.............................................$ 239.00 

Discovery I 1995-1999 

PLB192A Front Caliper, NEW, RH ......................................................................$ 169.50 

PLB191A Front Caliper, NEW, LH.......................................................................$ 169.50 

PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, RH.......................................................................$ 119.95 

PLB191A Brake Caliper 

PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, LH .......................................................................$ 119.95 

Discovery II 1999-2004 & Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 

PLD016A Front Caliper, NEW, RH ......................................................................$ 159.00 

PLD017A Front Caliper, NEW, LH.......................................................................$ 159.00 

PLD004 Rear Caliper, NEW, RH.......................................................................$ 96.00 

PLD005 Rear Caliper, NEW, LH .......................................................................$ 96.00 


PLB014A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 RH ......................................................$ 149.00 

PLB015A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1989 LH.......................................................$ 149.00 

PLD259A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH, From Vin # 637568 ....................$ 169.95 

PLD258A Front Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH, From Vin # 637568.....................$ 169.95 

PLB011A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,RH ...........................$ 149.00 

PLB017A Front Caliper, NEW, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,LH............................$ 149.00 

PLB018A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 RH 10mm............................................$ 129.00 

PLB010A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘87-1992 LH 10mm ............................................$ 129.00 

PLB198A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 RH 12mm............................................$ 119.95 

PLB197A Rear Caliper, NEW, ‘93-1995 LH 12mm ............................................$ 119.95 

Brake Pad Fitting Kits 

PLB204 Front, solid disc, Defender 110 NAS, Discovery I .........................$ 6.95 

PLD161 Front, vented, Range Rover Classic, Defender 90 NAS ...............$ 6.95 

PLH320 Front, non-vented, Range Rover Classic ........................................$ 6.95 

RNB537 Rear Right, Genuine ...........................................................................$ 75.38 

RNB536 Wheel Cylinder 

PLB537 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) .................................................$ 49.00 PLH321 Rear, RR Classic, Defender 90, Discovery I....................................$ 6.95 

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GENUINE, ProLine Rotors and Brake Pads 

Rotors 

Defender 90 

PLB022A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 39.50 

PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.00 

RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 79.50 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 84.50 

PLB022SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair ..........................$ 129.00 

PLB012SD ProLine slotted & drilled, rear, rotor, pair ..........................$ 109.00 

Defender 110 

PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 39.50 

RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each .....................................................$ 69.25 

PLB006SD ProLine slotted & drilled, front, rotor, pair .........................$ 109.00 

Discovery I 1995-1999 

PLB022SD 

ProLine Rotor 

PLB006A ProLine, front, rotor, each........................................................$ 39.50 

PLB012A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.00 

RNB006 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 69.25 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 84.50 

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........................................................$ 59.00 

PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.95 

RND013 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 86.50 

RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 81.50 

PLD013SD ProLine slot drilled, front, rotor, pair ....................................$ 129.00 

PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair......................................$ 109.00 

Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 

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 ......................................$ 69.25 

RNB022 Genuine, front, rotor ‘90-1995, each ......................................$ 79.50 

RNB012 Genuine, rear, rotor ‘87-1995, each........................................$ 84.50 

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........................................................$ 59.00 

PLD024A ProLine, rear, rotor, each.........................................................$ 39.95 

RND028 Genuine, front, rotor, each ......................................................$ 92.50 

RND024 Genuine, rear, rotor, each........................................................$ 81.50 

PLD028SD ProLine slotted / drilled, front, rotor, pair ............................$ 129.00 

PLD024SD ProLine slot drilled, rear, rotor, pair......................................$ 109.00 

Brake Pads 

Defender 90 Brake 

PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95 

PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set..................................................$ 24.95 

RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 69.90 

RNB195 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 56.65 

Defender 110 Brake 

PLD036 Brak Pads 

PLF323 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 39.95 

RNF323 Genuine, front, Brake pad, set................................................$ 69.95 

Discovery I Brake 

PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 34.95 

PLB195 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set..................................................$ 24.95 

Discovery II Brake 

RND036 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, set ...............................................$ 133.30 

PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 42.95 

PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, set..................................................$ 29.95 

RND020 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, set.................................................$ 113.39 

Range Rover Classic Brake Pad sets 

PLB001 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS......................$ 29.95 

PLB208 ProLine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 34.95 

PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989, non ABS.......................$ 29.95 

PLB004 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995.........................................$ 29.95 

RNB001 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989 ......................................$ 69.00 

RNB208 Genuine, front, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995 ......................................$ 89.95 

RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘87-1989........................................$ 71.28 

RNB004 Genuine, rear, Brake Pad, ‘90-1995........................................$ 71.28 

Range Rover P38A Brake 

PLD036 ProLine, front, Brake Pad ........................................................$ 42.95 

PLD242 ProLine, rear, Brake Pad..........................................................$ 29.95 

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RNK6114 Discovery II 

Brake Kits 

Both the Genuine and the ProLine brake kits include 2 pads and 2 rotors 

& hardware. 


RNK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS Genuine ...................................$ 179.00 

PLK6101 Front Brakes w/o ABS ProLine ....................................$ 93.45 

RNK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH Sensor Genuine ................$ 215.25 

PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine ..........$ 93.45 

RNK6103 Rear Brakes w/o ABS RH Sensor Genuine................$ 299.25 

PLK6102 Rear Brakes w/o ABS LH/RH Sensor ProLine...........$ 93.45 

RNK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS Genuine.......................................$ 229.95 

PLK6104 Front Brakes w/ABS ProLine........................................$ 99.75 

RNK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS Genuine .......................................$ 217.88 

PLK6105 Rear Brakes w/ABS ProLine .......................................$ 93.45 


RNK6112 Front Brakes Genuine ...................................................$ 299.00 

PLK6112 Front Brakes ProLine ....................................................$ 124.95 

RNK6113 Rear Brakes Genuine....................................................$ 250.95 

PLK6113 Rear Brakes ProLine .....................................................$ 93.45 

Discovery Series I 





Discovery Series II 





Girling Brake Master Cylinders 

Series IIA, III 

PLC752 Series IIA CV 88”.......................................................................$ 79.95 

PLC753 Series IIA CV 109”.....................................................................$ 69.95 

PLC454 Series IIA, III, 88”, dual power ...............................................$ 229.95 

PLC762 Series III 109”, dual power......................................................$ 239.00 

Defender 

PLF285 Defender 90/110 ........................................................................$ 139.00 

Discovery 

PLB200 Discovery I w/ABS....................................................................$ 229.00 

PLF285 Master Cylinder 


PLB172 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Lockeed) ...........................$ 199.95 

PLB180 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Girling)...............................$ 219.00 

MECHANICAL 


MECHANICAL 

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 

RNF289 Defender 90/110 Genuine ........................................................$ 94.50 

PLF289 Defender 90/110 Girling ...........................................................$ 69.95 

Discovery 

RND939 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ 139.95 

Clutch Slave Cylinders 


PLB599 Series IIA Girling.......................................................................$ 69.95 

PLC535 Series III Girling .......................................................................$ 49.95 

Defender 

RNE222 Defender V8 Genuine...............................................................$ 59.95 

RND627 Defender Tdi Genuine .............................................................$ 78.70 

RND493 Defender Td5 Genuine ............................................................$ 68.50 

Discovery 

RND493 Clutch Slave Cylinder 

RND627 Discovery V8 Genuine .............................................................$ 78.70 

Series 2.25 ltr Fuel Pump 

Series 2.25 ltr 

PLC349 Fuel Pump, 2.25ltr. petrol, gasket included ................$ 39.50 

RNB640 Fuel Pump gasket ...........................................................$ 1.99 

PLH650 Rear 

Fuel Tank 

Series Fuel Tanks 

Series II, IIA, III 

PLC362 

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88” and 109” Regular, Fuel Tank, 

Petrol & Diesel, ProLine ................................................$ 199.45 

PLH515 Range Rover Classic 1971-1985 style..........................$ 249.00 

PLE114 110 NAS, Range Rover Classic 1987-1991..................$ 239.00 

PLE116 Cradle for PLE114 fuel tank ..........................................$ 49.00 

PLH650 109 Rear Fuel Tank Series III (Series II, IIA is NLA) .....$ 269.00 

PLH652 Fuel Sender for the Rear Fuel Tank Series III 109 ....$ 39.00 

RNC886 Locking ring for sender Series III................................$ 4.99 

RNC887 Sealing ring for sender Series III ................................$ 1.94 

Fuel Filters 

Series II, IIA, III 1959 - 1976 

RFF111 

Inline filter with Quick Clamp Fittings, that can 

be adapted to any 5/16” fuel line (ProLine)..........................$ 4.90 

Series III 1974 on 

RNE235 2.25 litre petrol, canister type (Genuine) ..............................$ 4.99 


RNF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (Genuine)............................$ 21.97 

PLF861 V8 inline with threaded fittings (ProLine) .............................$ 9.98 

RNC632 2.25 litre petrol, inline w/threaded fittings (Genuine).........$ 21.97 

RFF111 2.25 litre petrol, inline (ProLine) splice in .............................$ 4.90 

RNC745 2.25 litre diesel (Genuine)........................................................$ 8.35 

RNF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (Genuine) ................................$ 24.50 

PLF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel (ProLine)..................................$ 13.60 

RND270 Td5, Fuel Filter (Genuine).........................................................$ 59.95 

Discovery I 

RNF861 Fuel Filter 

RNF861 Genuine – threaded both ends..............................................$ 21.97 

PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine.........................................................................$ 9.98 


RNF133 Genuine Fuel Filter Update Kit (required for early 

Range Rover up to LA464553).................................................$ 49.95 

RNF861 ’87-’95, (threaded both ends), (Genuine) ..............................$ 21.97 

PLF861 ‘87-’95, (ProLine) ......................................................................$ 9.98 

RNF025 ‘87-90 fuel filter (up to LA464553 

without update kit)....................................................................$ 19.50 

V8 FuelPump with Fuel Sending Unit 

RNF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, Genuine ..................$ 369.99 

PLF131 Range Rover Classic 1987-1990, ProLine ...................$ 139.00 

RNE131 Defender 90 1994-1997, Genuine..................................$ 298.00 

RNF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, Genuine ..............$ 239.00 

PLF132 RRC ‘91 - ‘95, Discovery I ‘94 - ‘97, ProLine................$ 199.00 

RNF148 Discovery I & II ‘97 - ‘04, from VA737154, Genuine...$ 489.00 

Genuine V8 Ignition Parts 

RNI012 

RNI001 Distributor Cap, 3.5, 3.9 litre....................................................$ 39.50 

RNI002 Distributor Rotor, 3.5, 3.9 litre..................................................$ 34.99 

RNI028 Ignition Coil 3.5 liter..................................................................$ 63.95 

RNE509 Ignition Coil 3.9 liter..................................................................$ 129.10 

RNI004 Ignition Wire Set, 3.5, 3.9, and ‘93, ‘94 4.2 litre ...................$ 58.95 

RNI005 Ignition Wire Set, 4.2 litre 1995 only......................................$ 69.95 

RNI006 Ignition Wire Set 4.0, 4.6 litre .......................................$ 109.50 

RNI024 3 Pin Amplifier for Distributor.................................................$ 169.00 

RNI010 Adapter, for 3 Pin Amplifier ....................................................$ 39.95 

RNI012 Distributor Service Kit with Dust Shield..................................$ 49.00 

RNI017 Base Plate and Pick-up Lead for Distributor.......................$ 139.00 

RNI003 Genuine (Champion) Spark Plug..................................$ 5.99 

Complete Genuine V8 Ignition Kits 

RNK9335 

3.9 litre (Includes: Cap, rotor, plug wires, and 

spark plugs) Genuine ..............................................................$ 169.00 

RNK9336 4.0 litre, ‘94-’95 Discovery I Genuine .....................................$ 157.45 

(Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs) 

RNK9339 4.0 litre, ‘96-’99 Discovery I Genuine .....................................$ 139.60 


RNK9340 4.0 litre, ‘95-’98 RR P38A Genuine .........................................$ 129.00 


RNK9341 4.0 litre, ‘99-’02 RR P38A, Discovery II Genuine .................$ 259.00 


NEW Radiators 

Series II, IIA, III 

Heavy Duty 3 Core Radiator 

PLC513 2.25 ltr, Series IIA, III, 1970 on 

May be fitted to earlier 2.25 ltr. Land Rovers by fitting late 

type top and bottom hoses. 

Radiator, Proline.......................................$ 249.00 

Discovery I ‘94-1999 

PLC062 w/ Automatic Transmission, Radiator, ProLine ........$ 339.00 

RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30 

Range Rover Classic ‘87-1992 

PLC020 ‘87-1988. Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 359.00 

PLC019A ‘89-1992, Radiator, ProLine............................................$ 556.45 

RNC997 Plastic Fill Plug, Radiator, Genuine..............................$ 2.30 

Defender 90, 110 

RNE130 NAS 90/110 V8 Radiator Assembly, Genuine .............$ 569.00 

PLD500 300 Tdi Radiator with intercooler, ProLine.................$ 579.00 

PLH255 300 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 282.45 

PLD496 200 Tdi Radiator, ProLine...............................................$ 292.95 

PLM083 Gasket Set 

Gasket Set 

Head Gasket Sets 

Includes all gaskets and seals to overhaul your cylinder head(s). 

PLM015 3.5 V8 Steel Head Gasket and Valve Cover Gasket ............$ 79.00 

PLV016 3.9 V8 Steel Head Gasket and Valve Cover Gasket ............$ 89.00 

PLM083 4.0 V8 or 3.9 V8 latest OEM upgrade kit with composite head 

gasket and rubber valve cover gaskets ...............................$ 139.00 

PLE602 2.6 Petrol.....................................................................................$ 49.99 

PLF309 2.25 Diesel ..................................................................................$ 39.99 

Block Gasket Set 

Includes all gaskets and seals used in your block and front cover. 

PLF311 All V8 ...........................................................................................$ 32.50 

PLH702 300 TDI ........................................................................................$ 49.50 

Full Engine Gasket Set 

Includes all gaskets and seals to overhaul your entire engine. 

PLH703 200 TDI ........................................................................................$ 45.50 

PLF308 2.25 Petrol...................................................................................$ 39.99 


A 

B 

MECHANICAL 

C 

D 

2 

3 1 

2 

4 

(A) 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..............................................$1495.00 

(B) Overdrive 

Improve your fuel mileage, reduce the wear and tear on your V8, and 

increase your road speed by 14mph at the same rpm's. Fits all NAS and 

ROW LT230 22D 1.41:1 Land Rover transfer boxes. Kit includes instructions, 

owners manual, speed transducer and aluminum gear knob with LED and 

overdrive button. Installs in approximately 4 hours, requires no special 

tools. To determine if you have a 1.41:1 transfer box, check the back of 

your transfer box, next to the fill plug there will be an identification 

sticker with the transfer box ratio on it. Call Rovers North if you have any 

questions or for further information about the benifits about our GKN 

Defender overdrive. 

RNA8020 110 Overdrive ...............................................................$ 2495.00 

(C) 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 

Coversion Kit for Weber & Zenith 

For fitting Webber or Zenith carburetor to Land Rovers previously equipped with 

Solex carburetor. Includes gasket, base plate and bellcrank. 

CONKIT2 Series IIA & III 2.25L.............................................................$ 189.00 

(D) Defender Lamp Assemblies 

Brighten up your 90 with our NEW Wipac Lamp assemblies. Includes mounting 

screws and bulb holder. Bulb not included. 

(1) PLC867 Stop/Tail Lamp, Red ..............................................................$ 14.50 ea 

(2) PLC868 Directional Lamp, Amber.....................................................$ 14.50 ea 

(3) PLC869 Reverse Lamp, Clear ............................................................$ 14.50 ea 

(4) PLC861 Plinth mounting base for lamps..........................................$ 6.99ea 


MECHANICAL 

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 

RNK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint ................................$ 289.00 

PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ..................................$ 169.00 

Defender 110 



Discovery 



Genuine CV Joint Kit 

Series IIA & III Alternator NEW 

PLF193 12 Volt Lucas Alternator for Series IIA & III .......................$ 99.50 

PLF193 

Starter Motor Assemblies 

PLE867 Genuine LR, High Speed Cold-Climate Enhanced for all 

3.5/3.9/4.0/4.2/4.6 litre petrol engines, New Bosch.............$ 299.95 

RNF197 2.25 & 2.6 litre petrol, Rebuilt *plus $100 core charge ................$ 299.00 

PLD294 200 & 300 Tdi, New Bosch ......................................................$ 399.00 

RNC011 Water Pump 

CV JOINT For ABS and non-ABS 


PLD201 Defender 90, 1997 .....................................................................$ 119.50 

PLD301 Defender 110, 1993 ...................................................................$ 129.00 

Discovery I 

RND201 CV Joint, Genuine.....................................................................$ 259.00 

PLD201 CV Joint, ProLine ......................................................................$ 119.50 

Discovery II 



RNX004 Suffix A axles only, CV Joint, Genuine..................................$ 279.00 

RNX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on,CV Joint, Genuine..................................$ 399.00 

RNX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, Genuine.......................................$ 524.95 

PLX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, ProLine ........................................$ 139.00 



CV Joint 

Genuine Oil Filters 

RNF001 V8 – All Range Rover Classic, P38A, 

Discovery I and II, Defender 90/110 ......................................$ 8.95 

RNE589 6 cyl 2.6 litre NADA 109”, petrol.............................................$ 7.50 

RND504 6 cyl 2.5 litre Freelander, petrol..............................................$ 8.68 

RND269 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, diesel, engine oil ......................................$ 10.99 

RNH251 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, Centrifuge element...................................$ 25.50 

RNF001 4 cyl 2.3, 2.5 litre Defender 90/110, petrol.............................$ 8.95 

RNF001 4 cyl 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 200 Tdi, 300 Tdi, diesel...........................$ 8.95 

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 ...................................................$ 7.50 

Series II, IIA Generators NEW 

RNE647 

C-40 type Generator, 

2.25 litre P & D .........................................................................$ 99.50 

RNE647 

NEW not rebuilt Water Pumps 

Series IIA, III Water Pump with Gasket 

RNF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, Genuine ..................................$ 99.50 

PLF334 2.25 litre petrol, diesel, ProLine....................................$ 39.50 

PLC348 2.25 litre petrol, Military, ProLine.................................$ 99.50 


RNC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine .........................$ 187.95 

PLC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine...........................$ 89.00 

RNC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine ...........................$ 259.00 

PLC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine ............................$ 89.00 

RNH257 200 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ 229.00 

RNH258 300 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine.........................$ 98.50 

RNH360 Td5 diesel, Water Pump, Genuine...............................$ 139.50 

Discovery I ‘94-1999 

RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine ...................................................$ 259.00 

PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine.....................................................$ 89.00 

Discovery II ‘00-2002 

RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine..............................................................$ 259.00 

PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine...............................................................$ 89.00 

Range Rover Classic ‘87-1995 

RNC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 187.95 

PLC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 89.00 

RNC052 ‘95, Water Pump, Genuine.......................................................$ 259.00 

PLC052 ‘95, Water Pump, ProLine........................................................$ 89.00 

Range Rover P38A ‘95-2002 

RNC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, Genuine .............................................$ 259.00 

PLC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, ProLine ..............................................$ 89.00 

Hylomar Gasket Sealer 

RNA681 

Official sealer used by Land Rover 

during assembly. Supplied in 3.5 oz. tubes. .........................$ 10.95 

Flex Coupler 

GENUINE Flex Coupler for rear propshafts, Range 

Rover & Discovery I, II 

RND196 Flex Coupler, Genuine 

with hardware...........................................................................$ 89.95 

PLD196 Flex Coupler, PorLine 

without hardware .....................................................................$ 49.95 

RND196 

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Genuine Hub Seal Kits 

Includes Genuine hub seal, hub gasket, hub seal race and locker 

for hub nut. 

Series II, IIA, and III 

RNK552 Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) .......................................$ 19.99 



Discovery I 



RNK5621 1987-’89, Hub Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ......................$ 29.50 



Propshafts 

PLK4100 Proline Discovery I Rear Propshaft Update Kit replaces Flex 

Coupler Propshaft with Twin U Joint type. Includes new 

rear Propshaft and 4 bolt Differential. Flange kit......$ 329.00 

Propshaft Assemblies with U Joints 

PLF315 Front 88 & 109 Series II, IIA, III 88 & 109....................$ 159.95 

PLE189 Rear 88 Series II, IIA, III 88...........................................$ 169.95 

PLF358 Rear 109 Series II, IIA....................................................$ 199.45 

PLE201 Rear Defender 90 V8......................................................$ 279.00 

PLD665 Front Discovery II ...........................................................$ PLD473 399.00 

PLD473 Rear Discovery I & Range Rover Classic 100 inch...$ 239.95 

U Joint Repair Kit 

PLE598 Front & Rear Defender 90, 110, ProLine .....................$ 16.95 

RNF411 Front Defender 90, 110, Genuine..................................$ 62.95 

RNE611 Rear Defender 90, 110, Genuine ..................................$ 62.16 

PLE598 Front or Rear Discovery I, Range Rover Classic 

ProLine .............................................................................$ 16.95 

RNF411 Front or Rear Range Rover Classic, Discovery I 

Genuine ............................................................................$ 62.95 

PLD665 

K&N Air Filters 


RNF141 Defender 90 and 110 ......................................................$ 44.50 

Discovery I and II 

RNF139 Discovery I ......................................................................$ 57.95 

RNF144 Discovery II .....................................................................$ 57.95 


RNF141 RR Classic, 1987-1994 ....................................................$ 44.50 

RNF139 RR Classic, 1995..............................................................$ 57.95 


RNF141 

RNF146 RR P38A, thru ‘98 ............................................................$ 66.10 

RNF144 RR P38A, 1999-2002 ........................................................$ 57.95 

RNF145 K&N Filter Service Kit for all filters.............................$ 15.49 

Air Filters 

Discovery I 

RNF010 Discovery I Genuine.................................................................$ 9.63 

Discovery II 

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 ............................$ 10.99 

RNF010 Range Rover Classic 1995 Genuine ......................................$ 9.63 


RNF011 Range Rover P38A 1995-1997 Genuine ................................$ 14.95 

RNF147 Range Rover P38A 1998-2002 Genuine ................................$ 17.99 

Defender 

RNF950 NAS 90,110 V8 Genuine ..........................................................$ 10.99 

RNH382 200 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ 29.35 

RNH383 300 Tdi Diesel Genuine ...........................................................$ RNF950 

29.50 

RNF147 Td5 Diesel Genuine .................................................................$ 17.99 

Auto Trans. Filter Kit 

Automatic Transmission Filter Service Kit 

(includes filter, pan gaskets and O-rings) For Discovery I,II, Range Rover 

Classic, Range Rover P38A, 1997 Defender. 

PLK312 ZF Trans. Filter Service Kit, 1987-2004...................................$ 39.50 

RNK312 Genuine ZF Trans Filter Kit, 1987-2004 ..................................$ 69.50 

PLK312 Auto Trans. 

Filter Kit 

O2 Sensors 

Defender 90 / 110 

RNE029 90/110 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ...............................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 90/110 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req.................................................$ 129.95 

RND292 90 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req.......................................................$ 359.00 

Discovery I 

RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req............................................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req .............................................................$ 129.95 

RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req............................................................$ 149.95 

RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL, Genuine, 4 req ...............................................$ 359.00 

Discovery II 

RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req................................................................$ 95.90 

PLE910 Front, ProLine, 2 req.................................................................$ 74.95 

RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req.................................................................$ 78.90 

PLE892 Rear, ProLine, 2 req..................................................................$ 74.95 


RND290 

RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req ......................................................$ 299.00 

PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req .......................................................$ 129.95 


RND290 ‘95-’97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4req...............$ 149.95 

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RND292 

‘97-’98 from VA350102 to WA410481, 

Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req ..................................................$ 359.00 

RNE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, Genuine, 2 req ......................$ 97.90 

PLE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, ProLine, 2 req........................$ 79.95 

RNE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, Genuine, 2 req .......................$ 78.90 

PLE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, ProLine, 2 req.........................$ 74.95 

New Distributor Assembly 

RNI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly Genuine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2 ................$ 599.00 

PLI019 V8 EFI Distributor Assembly ProLine 3.5, 3.9, 4.2..................$ 269.00 

PLE143 Series II, IIA & III 2.25L 4 cylinder models..................$ 139.00 

RNI019 

V8 EFI Genuine 

$ 599.00 

PLI019 

V8 EFI ProLine 

$ 269.00 

PLE143 

Series 2.25L 

$ 139.00 

MECHANICAL

MECHANICALNRP PERFORMANCE 

EXHAUST SYSTEMS 

THE ULTIMATE IN LAND ROVER PERFORMANCE EXHAUST SYSTEMS 

NRP Rear Stainless Steel 

Performance Exhaust Section 

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 ...............................................................................$ 628.95 

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, 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.......................................................$1458.45 

RNE0022 Automatic Gearbox ’97 ............................................................$1458.45 

Defender 110 

RNE0024 Manual Gearbox ’93 .................................................................$1479.45 

Discovery I 

RNE0013 Discovery I, Manual, ‘94-1995 ................................................$1468.95 

RNE0033 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘94-1995............................................$1468.95 

RNE0023 Discovery I, Automatic, ‘96 on................................................$1458.95 

RNE0043 Discovery I, Manual, ‘96 on ....................................................$1399.00 


RNE0014 Range Rover Classic ’87-88 ....................................................$1573.95 

RNE0019 Range Rover Classic ’89..........................................................$1573.95 

RNE0015 Range Rover Classic ’90-95 100” ..........................................$1468.95 

RNE0025 Range Rover Classic ’93-95 108” (LWB) ..............................$1468.95 

NRP 88”SeriesII-IIIStainless 

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 ..........................$ 556.44 

Find all 02 Sensors on pg 45 

• MORE POWER 

• BETTER FUEL MILEAGE 

• IMPROVED OFF-ROAD CLEARANCE 

NRP SuperCats “Y-Pipe” 

NRP SuperCats Performance Catalytic “Y-Pipe” 

Featuring new high flow performance 

(includes Manifold Gaskets and Nuts) 

RNE0020 Defender 90, 110, 1993-1995...........................................$ 829.00 

RNE0021 Defender 90, 1997 ............................................................$ 829.00 

RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1994-1995................................$ 829.00 

RNE0021 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 829.00 

RNE0020 Discovery I, Manual, 1994-1995 ....................................$ 829.00 

RNE0221 Discovery I, Manual, 1996-1999 ....................................$ 829.00 

RNE0021 Range Rover Classic 100” .............................................$ 829.00 

RNE0011 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 829.00 

A GREAT INEXPENSIVE, 

ALTERNATIVE 

This “Y-Pipe” is a great value, that comes with a24 

month warranty. 

PLE122 Range Rover Classic 3.9, 1994-95 Discovery only......$ 499.00 

PLH580 Range Rover Classic LWB .............................................$ 599.00 

PLE902 Discovery I, Automatic, 1996-1999................................$ 539.00 

Rovers North recommends replacing your 

O2 Sensors upon fit. (See pg 45 for our full listing) 

RNE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req .............................$ 299.00 

PLE029 Discovery I 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req...............................$ 129.95 

RNE029 Range Rover Classic All models, Genuine, 2 req.......$ 299.00 

PLE029 Range Rover Classic All models, ProLine, 2 req........$ 129.95 

Gaskets sold separately 

Fit between manifold and Y Pipe 

RNE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) Genuine .......................$ 11.09 

PLE888 Exhaust Gaskets (2 required) ProLine .........................$ 5.00 

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KEEPING COOL 

IN THE SUMMER 

MECHANICAL 

Fan and Temp controls 

Improved Ventilation 

Precut holes for 

speakers on each side 

Additional swivelling louvered 

vents for footwells 

Cool Down The Summer! 

Update your Defender with the latest R134A Air Conditioning system as supplied on 

2006 Defenders. Our exclusive Air Conditioning Kit for Defenders incorporates many 

improved components and features, including better ventilation and blower 

capacity for a faster, colder air. Superior Range Rover-style vent covers and 

swivelling louvered vents for footwells deliver cold air where you need it the most. 

Stronger switch gear and redesigned sleeker one-piece fascia hold up to the 

elements. Includes; Lower dash fascia unit, blowers, compressor, lines, hoses, 

fittings, pulley, tensioner, belt, evaporator, condensor and fan unit, receiver-drier, all 

hardware and fitting instructions. 

Rovers North Air Conditioning 

Kits for Defender 

RNAC39 Defender 90 NAS V8, 3.9 litre .......................................$ 2990.00 

RNAC40 Defender 90 NAS V8, 4.0 litre .......................................$ 3150.00 

RNAC300 Defender 90/110 300 Tdi, 2.5 litre .................................$ 2599.00 

RNAC500 Defender 90/110 Td5, 2.5 litre ........................................$ 2599.00 

“First in Synthetics”100% 

Synthetic Advanced Lubricants 

Amsoil’s superior performance provides up to four times the protection of 

conventional and other synthetic oils. Formulated for use in extreme hot or cold 

temperatures. Amsoil offers the most advanced fuel efficient synthetic lubricants on 

the market. Increase power, fuel mileage and virtually eliminate wear in your Land 

Rover. 

RNC845 10w-40 Engine Oil, 100% synthetic quart ...................................$ 7.35 

RNC811 75w-90 Gear Oil, 100% synthetic quart.......................................$ 9.23 

RNC812 75w-90 Gear Oil, 100% synthetic gallon .....................................$ 35.27 

ATF ATF Trans and PS Oil, 100% synthetic quart ...........................$ 9.50 

API Fuel Performance Additive for petrol engines 

ADC16 

(treats 160 gal) ................................................................................$ 9.50 

Diesel All Season Performance Fuel Additive 

(treats 100 gal) ................................................................................$ 7.88 

GLC10 Multi-Purpose Synthetic Grease.................................................$ 6.90 

RNF263 Amsoil Performance Oil Filter, Defender 90, 110 V8.................$ 19.90 


Running with Women 

Running with Women 

Story by: Diana Fisher Photos courtesy of Pamela Petroff & P.C.R.C 

[Diana Fisher couldn’t wait for her second year in Oregon offroading. 

Here’s her report –ed.] 

I bought my ’98 Discovery II new in Denver, CO and belonged to a 

Rover Club there. Although I went out with the dealership crew 

more than with the club, I felt like I had a fair amount of “off-road” 

experience on the old mining trails of the Colorado Rockies. I must 

say, until I moved to Oregon, I had only been on one run with 

another woman driver! She was 82 and walked with a cane, but 

she could drive her Range Rover with no problems and she and I 

were able to drive all of Pearl Pass outside of Aspen in our Rovers 

unassisted (as in did not have to be towed or winched)! 

Then I moved to Oregon. 

I was delighted to find out that not only were there women 

drivers, but there was even a Women’s run! I went on one two 

years ago, when Steve Schoenfelder, from Warn, gave a winching 

lesson and I discovered there was a multitude of women Rover 

drivers and that the “off-roading” in Oregon could be quite 

challenging! 

Scouting for the Women’s Run 

Pamela Petroff sent out a message asking if anyone was 

interested in going with her on her scouting run to drive the trails 

for the Spring Women’s Run, to be held April 7. Each spring for 

the last seven years Pamela has organized an off road event for the 

women drivers in the Pacific Coast Rover Club. She said that this 

year’s scouting shouldn’t be anything too difficult. Right! 

As we all know, it had been raining since November 1st of last 

year and although the prediction was for a clear day, it was raining. 

Two cars were on the scouting run: Doug Shipman’s hybrid Series, 

with Pamela as shotgun/navigator and my stock Discovery, with a 

friend, Dennis Christen as shotgun. We were supposed to drive 

Roger’s Road, but it was temporarily closed so we headed further 

west and started with Jeep Trail. It had been a rough winter in the 

Tillamook Forest and there was a multitude of downed trees. 

Someone had run the trail and had cut sections out of the logs that 

were blocking the trail leaving a gap wide enough for an ATV. Our 

first obstacle was just such a log that Doug winched off the road. 

No big deal. We encountered several logs of this type and either 

nudged or pushed or pulled each just enough to allow our Rovers 

to pass. 

Then we found the big obstruction. Two large tree stumps had 

washed down a hillside and onto the trail. A live tree stood to the 

left of the trail and a huge old growth stump landed to the right, 

with the trees falling across the trail. An opening had been sawed 

through that was actually wide enough to permit a Rover to pass 

with about an inch to spare, IF only the large stump was not 

blocking the opening. It would take more than a tug or a nudge to 

move this obstacle. Doug and Pamela rigged a snatch block that 

would pull the stump away from the sawed opening. It took three 

sets of the rigging and winching to move the massive tree trunk. 

Quite impressive! During the winching we kept well out of harm’s 

way. Pamela was standing just uphill from me and leaned on a 

dead tree for balance, which immediately broke off at the ground 

and toppled in my direction. We both screamed and then laughed; 

the environment is indeed fragile. I suggested to Pamela that the 

obstacle we had just driven through is too narrow to bring a string 

of cars through; otherwise, Jeep Trail is just plain fun! She just 

smiled! 

After the Jeep Trail, we ran a few others: Zig Zag and Fire Fox. 

By the end of Fire Fox, I’m tired, I’m ready to go home and I’ve 

escaped without body damage. We started back to the main road. 

Instead of staying on the highway, Doug turns off and starts up 

Roger’s Road (it was closed at the top, but not at the bottom so we 

decided to scout it). Dennis said just to tell them that I’m not going 

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on, but I decide to go anyway. About halfway up we come to a wet, 

muddy switchback which Doug in his armored tank, has trouble 

navigating. I decide I’m not going to try it. Dennis said he would 

go up and tell them that I’m turning around. After talking to them 

a few minutes, Doug came back and said that I wouldn’t want to 

turn around here and to go ahead and try it and if I can’t make it 

he will winch me through it. (He said that if you’ve never been 

winched you’ve never really off-roaded.) Within moments, I have 

slammed sideways into the embankment and indeed Doug 

winches me out. (I guess now I’ve really off-roaded! Ha!) It 

dawned on me later that Dennis didn’t even tell them I wasn’t going 

to go on. I ask him about it and he muttered a very quiet “no.” 

The Spring Women’s Run – April 7th 

Again, the prediction was for a clear day, but alas, the day 

started with a drizzle. We had 8 vehicles with at least one woman 

driver each, ranging in age from 15 to 60-something. My car 

contained the 60-somethings: my friend, Char White, who went on 

the Rover All Over Rally with me and loved it; and my friend, Janie 

Birdsong, who had never been off-roading. In fact, Janie was vacillating 

because she was supposed to be cooking Easter dinner for 

her family the next day and needed to prepare, but when her son 

heard her potential plans, he said by all means go, so she did. We 

had a mix of Range Rovers, Discoverys and, of course, Lil Red, 

Pamela’s late Series II-A. 

This group of able bodied (and vehicled) women headed out 

for the trails. Even in the rain, it was a day of fun for all. The heavy 

precipitation held off for the morning. When we came to the “tree 

stump obstacle” Doug expertly spotted each vehicle through the 

narrow space. We had 8 unharmed vehicles successfully navigate 

the challenge. At the lunch stop, of course, the heavens opened. 

After lunch I thought we were probably finished for the day, Char 

commented that the Lil Red, the lead vehicle, was going up a mud 

trail. I said that I thought that she was just turning around. Low 

and behold, she was going up the trail! Although Pamela had no 

trouble negotiating the terrain, the second vehicle barely rounded 

the first switchback and the third couldn’t make it up the slick, 

muddy slope. By word of mouth (I don’t have the right radio so I 

just hear gossip) we heard that the vehicle behind Pamela was also 

stuck. After some discussion, it was decided that too much damage 

would be done to the trail if we pursued this track, so we all 

got good practice backing down the muddy hillside. From there, 

Pamela led us to the Fire Fox trail. Total fun! Hill, muddy, rocky, 

tree rooty enough to be quite challenging, but not treacherous 

enough to wound anyone’s pride. 

Our day concluded at the Apolloni Vineyards where we drew 

for goodies from our sponsors, Rovers North, Land Rover Portland 

and the Hillsboro Police Department while sharing appetizers, tasting 

the great wines and chatting about our experiences! All of us 

drivers want to thank the guys that rode along and helped spot and 

were great passengers! Thanks to Doug, Pamela and our sponsors 

for their efforts and support! 

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You Say It’s Your Birthday 

Story by: Pamela Petroff 

Photos courtesy of Pamela Petroff & P.C.R.C 

[Pamela Petroff, Portland, OR, has entertained Rovers North News 

readers for several years with reports from the Pacific Northwest. 

Here’s her latest excuse to jump in her Land Rover –ed.] 

Like any normal person suffering from the commonly known Land 

Rover addiction, the email from Christine Bach asking a small group 

of PCRC (Pacific Coast Rover 

Club) members to take 

her husband, Mike, out off 

roading on his 30 th birthday 

was nothing more than a 

welcome opportunity to get 

out in the forest and run some 

trails. It seems she was 

deviously planning a surprise 

party for him and needed him 

out of the house for the day, 

returning no earlier than 5 

PM. Her most cunning 

moment came when she 

explained that the “day of off 

roading” with pals from the 

club was his birthday present 

from her. 

We met at the Log 

Cabin Restaurant early on 

Saturday, May 5. The outing 

was being lead by off-road 

maestro Doug Shipman. That 

in itself always makes for an 

interesting day. We had an 

exciting crew. Doug was 

driving his blue hybrid Series truck with a 3.9 liter engine. There 

were 3 Range Rovers, one being Mike’s, with varying degrees 

of modification, a Discovery with a slight lift, my stock Late Series 

II-A (Lil Red), and a Jeep Rubicon (!), driven by a former Land Rover 

owner. 

In addition to keeping Mike occupied and out of the house, the 

assigned task was to scout a route which Doug contemplated using as 

leader of the “ Jolly Jeepers Back to Basics Rally.” We would be 

running trails and roads on the north side of Highway 6 in the 

Tillamook State Forest OHV Area. (www.oregon.gov/ODF/tsf.shtml) 

The route would be from the top of Triangulation Peak to the 

top of Pinnacle Peak. We had great expectations for the day. 

The prediction was for clear and sunny skies, but this is Oregon, after 

all. We were met with overcast skies interspersed with occasional 

bright spots. The sun didn’t come out until we were about to 

head for home. 

The trails were still recovering from a hard winter. Conditions 

were generally pretty good, not dry, but not too muddy. We started up 

to Triangulation Peak taking some interesting trails and roads, but 

without incident. Each truck took its turn ascending the steep rocky 

track to the very top of the peak itself, my little Series truck included. 

Following the narrow road down from the peak, we hit a nice drift of 

snow covering a section of the road. Doug ploughed through first, 

making repeated attempts until he broke a nice straight trail all 

the way through. Everyone followed nicely with only one truck 

completely loosing traction and having to be strapped out of the drift. 

The road from the top ends in a small junction with the route down 

to the highway continuing to the right. Straight ahead through the 

junction another trail ascends steeply into the woods. The visible 

section of the trail looked fine and Doug forged ahead. Each truck 

followed in turn, leaving adequate space between vehicles. Being in 

a Series truck, leaving a significant space between me and the truck 

in front of me is 

critical on an uphill 

trail. I have to be 

able to guarantee 

my momentum, as 

stopping on a steep 

ascent may mean 

backing all the way 

down to try again. 

All went 

well, pretty much a 

normal trail with 

bumps and rocks, 

until we reached a 

section of the trail 

hidden by the trees. 

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The full impact of a winter of hard rain, snow and wind was readily 

apparent. Although there were no trees directly across or blocking 

the trail, there were substantial limbs and branches and debris from 

several fallen fir trees piled up at least a couple of feet deep on the 

trail. It was a tough go, but we all made it through. More than one 

driver had to stop at the top of the trail to remove tree branches (big 

tree branches!), which were stuck in the undercarriage of his truck 

and protruding out the side or back. 

The next trail on the route was another fun challenge. The 

beginning section was a nice ascent to a very rocky groove filled with 

large rocks and small boulders. Some trucks made it through 

unassisted. Lil Red was not among them; I winched up the last 20 or 

so feet. Mike was immediately behind me. He came up into the 

groove, traversed a large rock and came down hard on the rear 

undercarriage bending the rear control rod pretty badly. With a bend 

in the control rod, the wheel was not correctly positioned in the 

center of the wheel well, but was canted forward and was pushed into 

and rubbing on the passenger door frame. A halt in forward progress 

was called and Mike’s truck was winched the remaining distance to 

the top of the groove. The rear passenger door was opened and the 

front part of the wheel well was bent out to prevent continued 

rubbing and the eventual cutting of the tire. It was decided that the 

load on that side, the passenger side, of Mike’s truck would be 

lightened by farming out his passengers to other vehicles and we 

would continue to the end of the trail, which was very close. Upon 

exiting the trail to a large clearing it was time to take a break for 

lunch and a field repair. 

Mike removed the control rod and several novel steps were 

taken to straighten it, at least enough so he could replace the part, get 

out of the forest and drive home. The initial straightening was done 

by inserting the control rod in the PTO opening in the bumper 

of Doug’s truck and applying leverage. The second, and more 

sophisticated straightening, was done by strategically placing the control 

rod on the ground and having Doug drive over it. Amazingly 

enough, it worked! 

While the rest of us ate, Mike replaced the somewhat straightened 

rod and we were on our way. The final trail of the day was up to 

the top of Pinnacle Peak. The beginning of the trail was a maze of wet 

tree roots, small stumps, wet slippery decaying wood and 

debris from newly fallen trees. All but the Jeep had to winch 

through this first part (it had lockers). Mike and one other 

truck decided to go around this trail and to meet us on the 

other side of the peak. With a weakened control rod, Mike 

did not want to push his birthday luck any further. 

Once through the first section we had to deal with our 

first downed tree blocking a trail. Doug pulled out his chain 

saw and cut up the tree as we dutifully pushed, pulled, carried 

or threw the sawed 

pieces off to 

the side. As we 

proceeded up the 

trail, this drill was 

repeated at least a 

half a dozen times. 

The trail was 

fantastic: narrow and winding with beautiful vistas off to the left as it 

followed the ridgeline to the peak. From time to time, the trial was 

lined with white birch trees leaving narrow passage for the trucks. 

The Range Rovers and the Discovery came out of these sections with 

white bark marks smeared on their rear quarter-panels. It was great 

fun to drive! 

With all the stopping to remove the obstructing trees, it took a 

good deal of time to reach the peak. One obstruction consisted 

of several trees, varying from 12” to 20” in diameter. The final 

obstruction was a whopper! It was a huge tree that had to be two feet 

or more in diameter. Doug sawed through the trunk, then carefully 

cut away its supporting branches so we could roll it off to the side, 

while trying to keep it from rolling directly down hill into our trucks. 

At last, we made it to the top. The trail opened onto a small 

grassy plateau. The sun was trying to break through the clouds (as 

tiny ice pellets fell from the clouds directly overhead). We could see 

the canyons and ravines below us. Doug said that on a clear day you 

can see the breakers on the beach to the west, Mount Hood to the east 

and Mount Rainier to the north. We could only see the canyons 

and ravines, but that was enough. It was beautiful. Ran Freudlich 

volunteered to drive his Disco down the trail and pick up those who 

had opted to drive around the trail, so they too could enjoy the view. 

We spent a very nice piece of time relaxing, chatting, enjoying the 

view and knowing full well these moments are one of the reasons we 

love our Rovers so much. 

After a time, we climbed back into our trucks and followed the 

steep down hill trail that lead from the plateau. Shortly, we were on 

gravel road heading for the highway. We all headed back to Portland, 

at varying speeds, of course. Mike made it home safely, but before he 

could even tell Christine about 

his trials and tribulations, he 

was led into a house full of 

waiting guests! The trail 

buddies headed home to clean 

up, then drove on to Mike’s 

house to join the celebration. 

Not a bad birthday after all! 

_______ _______ 

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DUNING IT IN MOROCCO 

Story & Photos By Robbie Basaras 

[Robbie Basaras is a 27-year old electrician from South Woodham 

Ferrers, outside of Chelmsford, in England. He loved “taking 

things apart as a child” which led to a fondness for Land Rover 

and Triumph automobiles. He shares an adventuresome side with 

his girlfriend, Rachel, a schoolteacher. Here’s their adventure 

–ed.] 

Among the great aspects of living in the United Kingdom is the fact we 

have so many different countries, diverse cultures and better weather 

pretty much on our doorstep. For example, within an hour and a half 

I can arrive in a foreign country complete with all my camping 

equipment and SWB Defender. The 30 minute crossing by train 

underneath the English Channel opens up the gateway into France. 

Too close OK, take a 12 hour drive south and you’re in Spain. 

Too common (after all, most of us Brits take our holidays there) 

How about a few hours drive east into Belgium or Germany The list 

goes on and on. One half hour crossing and you’ll find a road to 

anywhere in Europe, Asia or if you take an incredibly long drive to 

avoid another sea crossing, into Africa. 

Naturally this got me thinking. I have a Land Rover which can 

take me anywhere I want and a saintly girlfriend who wants an 

exciting holiday. How about a driving/camping holiday somewhere 

hot I trawled the internet and various magazines to get all the info I 

needed and booked Rachel and I on an adventure trip to Morocco. 

The vehicle that would make this possible is my 2005 SWB Defender 

with only 14,000 miles on the odometer. 

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To live out of a SWB Defender for two weeks took a surprising 

amount of planning. I used my tried and tested approach of “access 

anything at any time.” This meant removal of the back seats and 

building a false wooden floor in the back. I also constructed two full 

length drawers which were only accessible when the back door is 

open; hopefully, this would deter opportunistic thieves as anything 

worth any money (camcorder, mobile phones, etc.) would be out of 

sight and out of reach. It also gave me two levels from which to store 

items aiding the “access anything at any time” focus. 

Now I had to decide where everything would go. My Defender’s 

modest mileage enabled me to forgo serious spares such as half 

shafts or a spare clutch. I did pack take filters, a few oil seals, all 

fluids and some fuses and bulbs. 

I had bought a twin hob and grill gas cooker which I mounted 

on the back door. An Engle Fridge/freezer took care of the important 

stuff like the beer, and two five gallon containers held the drinking 

water which was pumped by a screen washer pump through a 

flexible tube to wherever it was needed. A Hannibal roof rack and 

roof tent provided accommodation, keeping the back of the Landy 

clear of the clutter caused by 

sleeping bags and tents! 

From underbody protection 

and safety I installed Mantec 

steering guard, safari snorkel, 

front differential guard and JATE 

rings. I bought a bottle jack (nice 

and small) and a dandy all-in-one 

tyre repair kit, including bead 

breaker, tyre pliers, a rasp and 

patches- quite comprehensive for 

it’s overall size. Two tool/ storage 

boxes adorned the back of the roof 

rack, separated by two 2 gallon 

Jerry cans. The one “must have” 

for the trip had to be the CB radio. 

Without the radio I would of 

missed out on so much banter and have become seriously lost when 

I got separated from the convoy in one of the cities in Morocco. 

The journey started by ferry from Portsmouth in the south of 

England to Bilbao on the north coast of Spain. We took a two day 

drive through Spain to the south coast via a place called Saint Helena; 

we were halfway there. We could have driven the length of Spain in a 

day but as part of our convoy we had a 1974 Series III 88” soft top 

which was only happy at 50-55 mph. The next stage was a one hour 

crossing from Algeciras to Ceuta, part of Spanish Morocco and then 

onto the time warp known as the Moroccan Border Control, which 

consisted of one guy in a room behind an open window with metal 

bars whose sole job was to stamp papers and shout a lot. 

Morocco is situated off the south coast of Spain and along with 

Algeria is Africa’s most northern country. Similar to Spain its greenest 

parts are up north and the more desert-like areas are in the south. It 

is home to major cities such as Marrakech and Fez and also houses 

a huge expanse of sand known as the Erg Chebbi dunes. This covers 

a 5 x 26 mile area and is one of the highlights of the trip when you 

get to go dune bashing! 

Empty the contents of your vehicle and leave them at base camp, 

pull the fuse on the ABS and Traction control, drop the tyre pressures 

to around 12psi, strap anything down which is likely to fly about, 

select low box 2 nd or 3 rd and drive it like you stole it! The reason for 

disconnecting the ABS and Traction Control is that although it’s a 

godsend on wet grass and slippery surfaces it can get you well and 

truly stuck in soft sand. As one tyre spins and digs down, the Traction 

Control applies the brake to that wheel transferring the torque to the 

other three and spinning the next one and so on. You basically end 

up digging yourself a hole. The best way is to drive on sands is minus 

TC, ABS and leaving the difflock out! The reason being that if you get 

stuck you still have one card left to play. Get stuck, difflock in, reverse 

out. If you get stuck with difflock in you got nothing bar a radio to get 

help! 

The only way I could describe driving two tonnes of Land Rover 

running 12psi on soft sand is like driving on air and within a couple 

of hours your confidence grows to almost dangerous levels. This 

confidence caused me to overtake a bogged down ‘96 110 Defender, 

nail the throttle up a very steep dune and 

come very close to standing her on her 

nose on the way down. Luckily I kept away 

from the brake and stamped on the 

throttle which stopped the front tyres 

digging in and putting us on our roof. The 

only casualty was Rachel’s knees; she 

slipped forwards when, for a brief moment 

the Land Rover was vertical and she 

bashed her knees on the Defenders 

“afterthought” air con system. This was for 

me the only scary moment and one never 

to repeat. Driving a rolled Defender 

1,500miles home would kinda ruin the 

Holiday! 

For my one scary moment, Rachel had 

several, from scary toilets to scary spiders, 

but the worst for her was without a doubt the mountain twisties! For 

those of you that have never driven a Td5 - powered Defender, think 

of it as a diesel equivalent to a V-8 but with twice the MPG. With 

equivalent power and torque it enables the usual walking pace off 

roading but also lets you nail the throttle, change up all five gears and 

throw it around like a sort of two ton sports car! I’ve lost count of the 

amount of times I have out accelerated unsuspecting individuals at 

the lights. Not because I’m quicker, it’s because they didn’t expect 

an “old” landRover to smoke it’s tyres, drop it’s ass and go like a 

scolded two ton cat! This made the twisties down the mountain, bags 

of fun. Well it did for me; Rachel went quiet and rather pale! 

We drove for ten days and up to 10 hours daily, covering between 

130 and 180 miles of off road driving along boulder strewn tracks. 

We even drove about 50 miles of the Paris Dakar rally route. Each 

night we stopped to set up camp, get a brew going and cook dinner. 

Once I’d relaxed enough I gave the Landy a thorough going-over, 

checking wheel and propshaft bolts, hoses, belts and cleaning out 

that damn air filter again! I fitted a safari raised air intake to 

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minimise the amount of dust going through the air filter. This only 

works however if you are the convoy leader. However, I was not - 

therefore my engine inhaled most of the Sahara desert through its 

K&N oil impregnated filter turning the dust into a kind of muddy 

cement. When the Landy started sooting heavily, I needed to 

improvise so an oil soaked sock was stretched over the opening of the 

snorkel to act like a crude pre-cleaner. 

The Engel fridge freezer worked 

fabulously. We were sitting in the middle of 

the western Sahara watching a mid 1980’s 

Defender 90 floundering at the bottom of a 

dune (mud tyres and sand don’t mix) when 

we decided to have a drink. The bottle of 

Evian I pulled out of the fridge had started to 

freeze, even though the fridge was set to 

“cool.” The temperature inside the car must 

have been around 32 degrees centigrade 

because we’d had the doors open and 

aircon off, impressive stuff! Wish it was a 

beer though!, 

Morocco, being a largely Muslim 

country, frowns upon alcohol. That’s not to 

say it isn’t available, it’s just rarer than it is 

over here. One guy who was working at a 

bar wouldn’t even touch a bottle of wine, I 

had to walk behind the bar, take it off the 

shelf, open it and pour it myself. Just 

a shame I had to pay for it! It was 

a complete culture shock. Similarly, 

how many times to you see a 

policeman stop locals using a gas 

station to allow a convoy of Land 

Rovers to fill up unhindered One 

poor fellow who ignored the 

policeman’s instructions was 

consequently back slapped across 

the face and told politely to get to the 

back of the queue. The policeman 

looked at me and smiled. He seemed 

quite proud of his power over the 

locals. Either that or he wanted to 

run off with Rachel! 

Once we’d been through the Erg Chebbi dunes we drove on to 

fez, the roads becoming more civilised by the mile. This time we 

opted for the five-star hotel rather than the roof tent. The rest of the 

convoy was glad of a bath, mod cons and a pool. I was restless, I 

needed to get back behind the wheel. Even when I was in bed I had 

the drone of the gearbox and slightly offbeat thrum of the 

turbocharged five cylinder diesel ringing in my head. It just seemed 

more relaxing being behind the wheel with hundreds of miles yet to 

cover. Lounging by the pool seemed wrong, I was wasting time. 

Nobody else thought this though! 

Once we’d returned to the north coast of Morocco, endured the 

boredom and chaos of the Moroccan Border Control and started 

heading on the ferry back to Spain it became all too apparent that the 

exciting part of the trip was coming to an end - even though we still 

had around a thousand miles to go. This is usually the tedious part of 

any journey but hey I still had the fun of attempting to get my Landy 

out of the tightly packed ferry! 

As the ferry docked into Algeciras it dawned on me I could now 

go into virtually any shop and buy as much 

beer as I wanted and as a consequence 

things seemed rosy again. How wrong could 

I be! I had just unfolded my roof tent, was on 

my way down and placed my right foot on 

apparently “firm ground.” Unfortunately for 

me it was the crest of a small rut left by a 

previous camper. When I took my left foot off 

the last rung of the Landy’s ladder my right 

foot gave way. I heard it and damn did I feel 

it. I couldn’t believe it. I had all that way to 

go on my own as the next day I was driving 

my girlfriend to Malaga airport so she could 

get back home for work on Monday and I‘d 

just broken my ankle! 

I managed to get to the airport dosed up 

on pain killers, I dropped Rachel off, waved 

goodbye and headed north through Spain 

on my own to Saint Helena to meet the 

rest of the convoy. For some reason we’d 

miscalculated our funds and I 

ended up trying to get home on 88 

Euros. The first tankful cost 44 

Euros and I was still a few hundred 

miles from Saint Helena. That was 

pretty scary because my cell phone 

was out of credit and the remaining 

cash was now reserved for diesel. I 

managed to meet the rest of the 

crew just as the fuel light came on. 

Apart from that, the rest of the 

journey went without hitch. The 

Land Rover performed impeccably 

and it was only when I pulled up on 

my driveway I could tell people how 

reliable it had been after all, it 

would have been foolish to say so, so far from home! 

Since my trip through Spain and Morocco I had my Defender’s 

ECU re-programmed. Her power has gone up from 122bhp to 

170bhp (yes 170bhp!!) and the most impressive bit is the 265lb/ft 

torque available from 1900rpm. She idles in fourth gear high box 

chugging along at about 12mph and will do 100mph flat out but 

unfortunately due to the relatively low gearing she runs out of revs. 

I reckon with the right gearing she’ll do 120mph. Not bad for a two 

ton brick!! 

Would I return to Morocco for another holiday Yes, indeed, but 

this time I would watch my step upon returning to Algeciras. 

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Cooling 

1. RND555 Hose Assembly, Radiator Top .....................................................$ 52.61 

2. RND556 Hose Clamp, Spring Band............................................................$ 2.04 

3. RND557 Hose Clamp ....................................................................................$ 2.04 


5. RND559 Screw, Bleed..................................................................................$ 5.46 


7. RND387 Hose, Radiator Bottom Coolant ..................................................$ 14.65 

8. RND561 Hose, Thermostat to Pipe Coolant .............................................$ 48.25 


10. RND348 Hose Clamp ....................................................................................$ 3.62 

11. RND563 Hose Clamp ....................................................................................$ 2.40 

12. RND564 Housing, Thermostat ....................................................................$ 9.40 

13. RND343 Overflow Tank, System Expansion .............................................$ 68.50 

14. RND344 Cap, Expanson Tank Pressure ....................................................$ 25.15 

15. RND565 Label, Coolant Warning Expansion Tank...................................$ 1.09 

16. RND566 Hose, Cooling System Bleed, Expansion Tank to Throttle .....$ 13.95 

17. RND567 Hose Assembly, Heater In/Out....................................................$ 18.86 

18. RND568 Hose Clamp, Flat Spring, White..................................................$ 7.54 

19. RND569 Hose Clamp, Green .......................................................................$ 6.57 

20. RND354 O-Ring..............................................................................................$ 1.14 


21. RND353 O-Ring..............................................................................................$ 1.27 

22. RND514 Hose, Manifold to Plenum De-Icer ...........................................$ 12.55 

23. RND570 Hose, Bleed Pipe Assembly ........................................................$ 15.70 

24. RND494 Radiator...........................................................................................$ 539.00 

RND495 Radiator w/secondary air injection ...........................................$ 539.00 

RND571 Cowl, Cooling System Fan, Upper ..............................................$ 67.95 

RND572 Cowl, Cooling System Fan, Lower..............................................$ 54.90 

25. RNC052 Water Pump ...................................................................................$ 259.00 

259.00 Water Pump ...................................................................................$ 259.00 

26. RNC053 Gasket, Water Pump.....................................................................$ 8.91 

27. RND436 Heater Matrix.................................................................................$ 159.00 

28. RND388 Fan, Cooling....................................................................................$ 97.13 

29. RND302 Coupling, Engine Fan, Viscous....................................................$ 239.00 

PLD302 Coupling, Engine Fan, Viscous, ProLine....................................$ 199.00 

30. RND356 Pulley, Coolant Pump....................................................................$ 16.95 

31. Serpentine Belts 

RNH145 Discovery II w/o ACE, with Air Conditioning, ‘99-‘02 ..............$ 39.85 

RNH147 Discovery II with ACE, with Air Conditioning, ‘99-‘02 .............$ 35.33 

32. RNH758 Hose Set Iincludes Inlet & Outlet Pipe, 

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33. RNH760 Coolant Temperature Sensor ......................................................$ 18.50 

34. RNH761 Gasket Kit Throttle body ..............................................................$ 13.99 

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30 

26 

31 

7 

1 

33 

34 

2 

18 

67 

17 

13 

20 

48 

66 

14 

7-A 

7-C 

Discovery I 1994 

Range Rover Classic 1993 - ‘94 

10 

8 

9 

72 

Discovery I 

(1994-1999) 

12 

11 

67 

61 

47 

69 

45 

57 

31 60 

67 

14 

62 

59 

31 

58 31 

31 

22 

21 

76 

64 

65 

14 

52 

70 

24 

55 

53 

81 

78 

26 79 

77 31 

25 71 

7 

54 

56 

14 

67 

63 

51 

50 

69 

72 

68 

73 

67 

20 

31 

80 

25 

26 

66 

7-E & 7-F 

1995 Range Rover Classic, 

Discovery I 1995 - ‘99 

24 

76 

79 

21 

22 

75 

10 74 

56 


1. RNC011 Water Pump with Gasket, Range Rover........‘87-‘94 ................$ 187.95 

PLC011 Water Pump with Gasket, Range Rover........‘87-‘94 ProLine $ 89.00 

RNC052 Water Pump with Gasket, Range Rover........‘95.......................$ 259.00 

PLC052 Water Pump with Gasket, Range Rover........‘95 ProLine........$ 89.00 

2. RNC012 Gasket, Water Pump, Range Rover ...............‘87-‘94 ................$ 9.44 

RNC053 Gasket, Water Pump, Range Rover ...............‘95.......................$ 8.91 

3. RNC018 Viscous Fan Clutch, Range Rover ..................‘87-‘94 ................$ 299.00 

PLC018 Viscous Fan Clutch, Range Rover ..................‘87-‘94 ................$ 119.00 

RNC054 Viscous Fan Clutch, Range Rover ..................‘95.......................$ 279.00 

PLC054 Viscous Fan Clutch, Range Rover ..................‘95.......................$ 169.00 

4. RNC031 Fan, 11 Blade, Range Rover ‘87-‘94................‘95 RRC #53.......$ 146.95 

5. RND328 Pulley, Water Pump to A/C Compressor ‘87-‘94 ‘95 RRC #54.$ 39.36 

6. RND329 Pulley, Water Pump to Crankshaft ............................................$ 48.25 

7-A. RNC001 A/C Pump Belt....................................................‘87-‘94 ................$ 15.70 

7-B RNC002 Alternator Belt ...................................................‘87-‘92 ................$ 9.66 

7-D RNC003 Alternator Belt ...................................................‘93-‘94 ................$ 30.98 

7-C RNC004 Power Steering Belt .........................................‘87-‘94 ................$ 21.50 

7-A RNC001 Waterpump Belt ................................................‘87-‘94 ................$ 15.70 

7-E RNC005 Serpentine Belt RRC 3.9 /4.2 ltr ‘95 & Disco I 3.9 ltr ‘94-‘95....$ 30.40 

7-F RNC006 Serpentine Belt Discovery I 4.0 ltr .................‘96-‘99 ................$ 29.39 

8. RNC020 Radiator, Range Rover......................................‘87-‘88 ................$ 699.00 

PLC020 Radiator, Range Rover, ProLine ......................‘87-‘88 ................$ 359.00 

RNC019 Radiator, Range Rover......................................‘89-‘92 ................$ 999.00 

PLC019A Radiator, Range Rover, ProLine ......................‘89-‘92 ................$ 556.45 

RNC062 Radiator, Range Rover......................................‘93-‘95 ................$ 499.00 

PLC062 Radiator, Range Rover, ProLine ......................‘93-‘95 ................$ 339.00 

9. RND526 Cowling, Fan.......................................................‘87-‘89 ................$ 50.35 

RND527 Cowling, Fan.......................................................‘90-‘92 ................$ 37.75 

RNE126 Cowling, Fan, Upper..........................................‘93-‘95 ................$ 13.02 

RND377 Cowling, Fan, Lower .........................................‘93-‘95 ................$ 28.57 

10. RNC471 Radiator Mount Bushing..............................................................$ 0.89 

11. RNC996 O-Ring for Radiator Bleed Screw...............................................$ 0.83 

12. RNC997 Radiator Filler Plug........................................................................$ 2.30 

13. RNH999 Upper Radiator Hose, Range Rover 4.2 ltr to RA647649.........$ 70.88 

RNC044 Upper Radiator Hose, Range Rover ..............3.5/3.9 ltr, 4.2 

from SA647650 ...............................................................................$ 31.45 

14. RNC013 Hose Clamp for Upper Radiator Hose .......................................$ 2.72 

15. RNC050 Bottom Hose, Range Rover ............................‘87-‘88 ................$ 27.25 

RNC051 Bottom Hose, Range Rover ............................‘89.......................$ 51.40 

RNC008 Bottom Hose, Range Rover ............................‘90-‘94 ................$ 52.45 

RND194 Bottom Hose, Range Rover ............................‘95.......................$ 67.88 

16. RNC013 Hose Clamp for Lower Radiator Hose.......................................$ 2.72 

17. RNM082 Hose from Intake Jacket to Radiator ............3.5 ltr..................$ 26.20 

RNM079 Hose from Intake Jacket to Radiator ............3.9 ltr..................$ 40.36 

18. RNM086 Hose from Intake Jacket to Plenum ..........................................$ 17.27 

RNC049 Hose Clamp ....................................................................................$ 2.61 

19. RNC010 Hose From Tank to Radiator............................‘90-on.................$ 11.50 

20. RNE149 Gasket .............................................................................................$ 1.98 

21. RNC045 Temp Switch for Fan.....................................................................$ 32.75 

22. RNC023 Sealing Washer for Temp Switch...............................................$ 1.46 

23. RNC040 Housing for Thermostat, Range Rover ..........‘87-‘95 ................$ 62.95 

24. RNC028 Fixing Bolt for Thermostat Housing ...........................................$ 1.16 

25. RNC046 Gasket for Thermostat..................................................................$ 2.61 

26. RNC047 Thermostat 88°C............................................................................$ 9.40 

27. RNC057 Temp Sender ......................................................3.5 ltr..................$ 47.20 

RNC035 Temp Sender ......................................................3.9 ltr thru ‘94 ...$ 15.23 

RNC036 Temp Sender ......................................................‘95 RRC..............$ 15.23 

28. RNC039 Temp Sender Sealing Washer ........................3.9 ltr..................$ 0.50 

29. RNC048 Hose, Water Pump to Heater..........................3.5 ltr/3.9 ltr/ 

4.2 ltr................................................................................................$ 16.26 

30. RNC043 Hose, Manifold to Heater Pipe, RR ................‘87-‘94 ................$ 25.10 

RNC056 Hose, Manifold to Heater, Range Rover........‘95.......................$ 8.93 

31. RNC049 Hose Clamp ........................................................3.9 ltr..................$ 2.61 

32. RNC021 Heater Inlet Hose, Range Rover.....................‘87-‘95 ................$ 21.98 

33. RNC025 Heater Outlet Hose, Range Rover ..................‘87-‘95 ................$ 17.80 

34. RNC049 Hose Clamp ........................................................3.9 ltr..................$ 2.61 

35. RNC033 Hose, Valve to Heater (from RA - >) ..............‘94 - on ..............$ 8.93 

36. RNC037 Vacuum Solenoid (from RA - >) ......................‘94 - on ..............$ 25.64 

37. RNC024 Heater Valve (from RA - >) ..............................‘94 - on ..............$ 33.55 

38. RNC029 Hose, Heater to Valve (from RA - >) ..............‘94 - on ..............$ 8.93 

39. RNC030 Hose, Engine to Valve (from RA - >) ..............‘94 - on ..............$ 3.14 

40. RNC038 Hose, Valve to Engine (from RA - >) ..............‘94 - on ..............$ 6.25 

41. RNC032 Hose, Tank, to Radiator ....................................‘87-‘88 ................$ 10.13 

42. RNC009 Bleed off Hose ...................................................‘87-‘89 ................$ 3.12 

43. RNC022 Filler Cap.............................................................‘88-‘89 ................$ 6.83 

44. RNE802 Low Coolant Level Sensor...........................................................$ 54.55 

45. RNC017 Filler Cap.............................................................‘95.......................$ 11.50 

46. RNC027 Filler Cap with Low Coolant Sensor...............‘90-‘94 ................$ 69.25 

47. RNC007 Tank, Gennuine ..................................................‘90-‘94 ................$ 70.86 

PLC007 Tank, ProLine......................................................‘90-‘94 ................$ 41.95 

48. PLD415 Heater Core........................................................‘89-‘94 ................$ 199.95 

RND436 Heater Core........................................................‘95.......................$ 159.00 

50. RNC052 Water Pump, Discovery I w/Gasket...............Genuine ............$ 259.00 

PLC052 Water Pump, Discovery I w/Gasket...............ProLine..............$ 89.00 

51. RNC053 Gasket Water Pump......................................................................$ 8.91 

52. RNC054 Viscous Fan Clutch, Discovery I.....................Genuine ............$ 279.00 

PLC054 Viscous Fan Clutch, Discovery I.....................ProLine..............$ 169.00 

53. RNC042 Fan, 9 Blade, Discovery I & ‘95 RRC ..........................................$ 93.85 

54. RND356 Pulley, Fan/Water Pump, Discovery I & ‘95 RRC ....................$ 16.95 

55. RND551 Bolt for Pulley ................................................................................$ 3.57 

56. RND552 Bolt for Pulley ................................................................................$ 4.11 

57. RNC024 Heater Valve, up to RA104738 .....................................................$ 33.55 

58. RNC029 Hose, Heater to Valve, up to RA104738 .....................................$ 8.93 

RND379 Hose, Heater to Valve, from RA104738, up to TA.....................$ 10.76 

RND380 Hose, Heater to Valve, from TA...................................................$ 11.50 

59. RNC033 Hose, Valve to Heater, up to RA104738 .....................................$ 8.93 

60. RNC030 Hose, Engine to Valve, only, up to RA104738, 

Valve & associated pipes deleted from this point...................$ 3.14 

61. RNC056 Hose, Valve to Engine, up to RA104738 .....................................$ 8.93 

62. RNC037 Vacuum Solenoid, only, up to RA104738, Valve & 

associated pipes deleted from this point .................................$ 25.64 

63. RNC044 Top Radiator Hose.........................................................................$ 31.45 

64. RNH998 Bottom Radiator Hose, Discovery I............................................$ 68.20 

65. RNC014 Small Bleed Hose off Tank, Discovery I........thru’95 ...............$ 31.36 

RNC016 Small Bleed Hose off Tank, Discovery I........‘96-on.................$ 10.49 

66. RND376 Jacket Cover Assembly ...............................................................$ 24.10 

67. RNC049 Hose Clamp ....................................................................................$ 2.61 

68. RNM086 Hose, Manifold Jacket to Intake Manifold...............................$ 17.27 

69. RNM079 Hose, Radiator to Intake Jaket ...................................................$ 40.36 

70. RNC048 Hose, Water Pump to Heater..........................3.9 ltr..................$ 16.26 

71. RNC056 Hose, Manifold to Heater Pipe .......................3.9 ltr..................$ 8.93 

72. RND374 Serpentine Belt Tensioner...........................................................$ 219.00 

73. RND553 Bolt for Tensioner..........................................................................$ 3.21 

74. RNC060 Radiator, Discovery I, Manual.....................................................$ 699.00 

RNC062 Radiator, Discovery I, Auto..............................Genuine ............$ 499.00 

PLC062 Radiator, Discovery I, Auto..............................ProLine..............$ 339.00 

75. RNE126 Fan Cowling, upper .......................................................................$ 13.02 

RND377 Fan Cowling, lower .......................................................................$ 28.57 

76. RNC036 Sensor for Temperature Gauge ..................................................$ 15.23 

77. RNC039 Sealing Washer .................................................3.9 ltr..................$ 0.50 

78. RNM134 Temperature Sensor, ECU................................3.9 ltr..................$ 21.37 

79. RNH032 Sealing Washer .............................................................................$ 0.56 

80. RNC055 Hose, Heater Feed ........................................................................$ 7.52 

81. RND436 Heater Matrix.................................................................................$ 159.00 

Genuine Radiator Hose Kits 

We recommend only using genuine hoses when it’s time to replace yours. Don’t settle 

for lower quality imitations. Includes: Genuine top and bottom radiator hoses, manifold 

jacket hoses, and all necessary clamps. 

RNK1611 Range Rover Classic, ’87- 1988 .............................................$ 104.95 

RNK1612 Range Rover Classic, 1989.....................................................$ 131.20 

RNK1613 Range Rover Classic, 3.9 ltr, ’90-1994...................................$ 131.20 

RNK1614 Range Rover Classic, 4.2 ltr, ’93-1994...................................$ 146.95 

RNK1617 Range Rover Classic, 4.2 ltr, 1995 .........................................$ 131.20 

RNK1616 Discovery Series I, w/o AEL, ‘94-1999 .................................$ 146.95 

RNK1618 Discovery Series I with AEL, ‘97-1999 .................................$ 136.45 

COOLING 


COOLING 

Engine Oil Cooler Lines 

Range Rover Classic (1989-1994) 

3 

9 

8 

6 

1 

8 

7 

Engine Oil Cooler Lines 

Discovery I (1994-1999) 

Range Rover Classic (1995) 

12 

10 

3 

2 

12 

11 

4 

4 

12 

5 

13 

12 

Transmission Oil Cooler Lines 

Range Rover Classic (1989-1994) 


Discovery Automatic (1994-1999) 

Range Rover Classic (1995) 

20 

14 

15 

16 

19 

21 

25 

22 

19 

19 

17 

25 

27 

26 25 

23 

18 

19 

23 

24 

58 


Engine Oil Cooler Lines Range Rover Classic 1989-1995 

1. Engine Oil Cooler line (upper) 

RND330 1989......................................................................Genuine ............$ 104.95 

RND331 1990......................................................................Genuine ............$ 104.95 

RND332 1991-‘92 ...............................................................Genuine ............$ 83.95 

RND337 1993-‘94 ...............................................................Genuine ............$ 44.63 

RND341 1995......................................................................Genuine ............$ 102.85 

2. Engine Oil Cooler line (lower) 

RND334 1989......................................................................Genuine ............$ 77.65 

RND335 1990-‘91 ...............................................................Genuine ............$ 104.95 

RND336 1992......................................................................Genuine ............$ 87.10 

RND333 1993-‘94 ...............................................................Genuine ............$ 44.63 

RND342 1995......................................................................Genuine ............$ 67.15 

3. RNE460 Adaptor cooler line to radiator 1989-1995 ....Genuine ............$ 17.80 

4. RND525 Adaptor cooler line to engine 1989-1995 ......Genuine ............$ 11.58 

5. RND338 Sealing ring ........................................................Genuine ............$ 2.00 

6. RNH775 Clamp for Oil Cooler Line .................................Genuine ............$ 2.82 

7. RNF533 Bolt.......................................................................Genuine ............$ 0.79 

8. RNX034 Washer................................................................Genuine ............$ 0.78 

9. RNF731 Nut .......................................................................Genuine ............$ 1.83 

Engine Oil Cooler Lines Discovery I 1994-1999 

10. RND341 Engine Oil Cooler Line (upper) 1994-1999 .....Genuine ............$ 102.85 

11. RND342 Engine Oil Cooler Line (lower) 1994-1999......Genuine ............$ 67.15 

12. RND340 O Ring..................................................................Genuine ............$ 3.10 

13. RND339 O Ring..................................................................Genuine ............$ 2.13 

Transmission Oil Cooler Lines Range Rover Classic 1989-1994 

14. Transmission Oil Cooler Assembly 

RNH544 1989-1992 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 461.95 

RND381 1993-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 378.43 

15. Pipe Assembly Transmission to Cooler 

RNH545 1989-1992 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 141.70 

RNH770 1993-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 52.28 

16. Pipe Assembly Line Union to Transmission 

RNH546 1989-1992 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 104.95 

RNH771 1993-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 25.13 

17. Pipe Assembly Radiator to Transmission 

RNH547 1989-1992 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 230.95 

RNH772 1993-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 54.94 

18. Pipe Assembly Cooler to Line Union 

RNH667 1989-1992 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 129.10 

RNH773 1993-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 57.12 

19. O Ring (supplied with Genuine Pipe Assemblies) 

RND340 1989-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 3.10 

20. Sealing Ring 

RNH774 1989-1994 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 7.39 

Transmission Oil Cooler Lines Discovery I 1994-1999 / Range Rover 

Classic 1995 

21. Oil Cooler Assembly 

RND381 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 378.43 

22. Pipe Assembly Radiator Lower to Transmission 

RND382 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 76.60 

23. Pipe Assembly Cooler to Transmission 

RND383 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 99.70 

24. Pipe Assembly Radiator Upper to Oil Cooler 

RND554 Discovery I .........................................................Genuine ............$ 52.45 

RNH770 Range Rover Classic 1995 ...............................Genuine ............$ 52.28 

25. O Ring (supplied with pipe assemblies) 

RND340 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 3.10 

26. Oil Temp Sender 

RND384 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 33.44 

27. Sealing Washer for Oil Temp Sender 

RNA979 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 0.41 

Engine Oil Cooler Lines Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 

28. Engine Oil Cooler Assembly 

RND537 4.0 Ltr...................................................................Genuine ............$ 194.20 

RND371 4.6 Ltr...................................................................Genuine ............$ 279.75 

29. Pipe Assembly 

RND369 1995-1998 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 68.75 

RND535 1999-2002 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 57.70 

30. Pipe Assembly 

RND370 1995-1998 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 73.45 

RND536 1999-2002 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 89.82 

Transmission Oil Cooler Lines Range Rover P38A 1995-2002 

31. Oil Cooler 

RND372 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 320.20 

32. Oil Cooler to Transmission 

RND541 up to WA388112.................................................Genuine ............$ 65.63 


RND543 XA410482 on.......................................................Genuine ............$ 64.00 

33. Transmission to Oil Cooler 


RND543 XA410482 on.......................................................Genuine ............$ 64.00 

34. O Ring 

RND340 1995-1998 ............................................................Genuine ............$ 3.10 

35. Sending Unit 

RND538 ..............................................................................Genuine ............$ 75.41 

Engine Oil Cooler lines 




34 

35 

29 28 

30 

31 

33 

32 

COOLING 



60 

COOLING 


(1961-1984) 

Defender 

(1993-1997) 

1 

1 

23 

31 

30 

32 

10 

27 

7 

7 

24 

25 

24 

22 

2 

6 

15 

9 

3 

38 

40 

41 

18 

8 

7 

4 

5 

19 

16 

20 

17 

12 

10 

13 

14 

54 

21 

36 

39 

43 

42 

35 

34 

36 

37 

28 

25 

26 

48 

49 

51 

50 

52 

53 

47 

46 

45 

44 

29 

54 

8 

33 

A 

B 

11

1. Radiator 

RNC513 

PLC513 

2.25 litre, Series IIA, III 1970 on. Can be fitted to earlier 2.25 litre 

Land Rovers by fitting late type top and bottom hoses.........$ 470.35 

2.25 litre, Series IIA, III 1970 on, Heavy Duty 

4 core, ..................................................................ProLine...........$ 249.00 

RNE428 Stage I V-8.....................................................................................$ 1223.75 

PLC512 6 Cylinder.......................................................................................$ 313.95 

RNE460 Oil Cooler Adapter 4.0 litre .........................................................$ 17.80 

RNE130 Radiator 90, 110 3.9 and 4.0 litre ...............................................$ 569.00 

RNE460 Oil Cooler Adapter--4.0L ...................................Genuine .........$ 17.80 

PLD496 200 Tdi, Radiator, ................................................ProLine...........$ 292.95 

RNH255 300 Tdi, Radiator, ................................................Genuine .........$ 712.38 

RND500 300 Tdi w/Intercooler, ........................................Genuine .........$ 629.95 

PLD500 300 Tdi w/Intercooler, ........................................ProLine...........$ 579.00 

RNH256 Td5 W/EGR, Radiator, ........................................Genuine .........$ 472.45 

2. Cap for Radiator or Expansion Tank 

RNF351 2.25 litre, Series IIA, 1963 on and Series III...................................$ 6.81 

RNC022 3.9, 4.0 litre 90,110 ........................................................................$ 6.83 

3. Chain for Radiator Cap 

RNC186 Series IIA, III.................................................................................$ 3.35 

4. Drain Plug for Radiator 

RNC451 Not required for new radiators .................................................$ 7.82 

5. Copper Washer for Drain Plug 

RNB364 ........................................................................................................$ 1.67 

6. Radiator Hoses 

2.25 litre, Series II, IIA thru 1969 

RNC458 Top Hose........................................................................................$ 11.50 

RNC476 Middle Hose..................................................................................$ 5.24 

RNC459 Bottom Hose .................................................................................$ 13.64 

2.25 litre, Series IIA, as shown, III 1970 on (late type) 

RNC510 Top Hose........................................................................................$ 22.58 


RNE407 Bottom Hose, Genuine ................................................................$ 13.95 

PLE407 Bottom Hose, ProLine .................................................................$ 7.30 

2.25 litre, Series II, IIA thru 1969, Military Models 

RNC458 Top Hose........................................................................................$ 11.50 


PLB365 Bottom Hose .................................................................................$ 24.09 

2.6 litre, Series IIA, III 

RNC664 Top Hose........................................................................................$ 16.75 

RNE561 O-Ring for Water Pump...............................................................$ 5.15 

RNC665 Bottom Hose .................................................................................$ 16.75 

7. Hose Clamp for Radiator Hoses all Models 

RNC013 ........................................................................................................$ 2.72 

8. Hose Clamp For Bleed Off Hose 

RNE398 Series IIA, III.................................................................................$ 1.98 

RNC944 Defender 90, 110...........................................................................$ 1.31 

9. Bleed off Hoses 

RNC432 Series IIA, III 1970 on ..................................................................$ 8.35 

RNC032 90, 110 Radiator to Expansion Tank ..........................................$ 10.13 

RNE529 Radiator to Intake Manifold .......................................................$ 28.86 

10. Drain Hose 

RNC009 Series IIA, III, 90, 110, 1970 on ..................................................$ 3.12 

11. Fan Belt 

RNC422 Series IIA, III, 4 CYL.....................................................................$ 10.13 

12. Overflow Tank with cap 

RNC430 Series IIA, III 1970 on ..................................................................$ 53.85 

13. RNC431 Cap For Overflow Tank................................................................$ 6.81 

14. Mounting Bracket for Overflow Tank 

RNC585 ........................................................................................................$ 24.68 

15. Cowl for Radiator 

PLE447 Series IIA, III 2.25 litre petrol.....................................................$ POA 

16. Mounting Screw for Cowl 

RNC419 (Nine required for 2.25, four for 3.9) .........................................$ 0.99 

17. Spring Washer for Mounting Screw 

RNF434 ........................................................................................................$ 0.47 

18. Mounting Bracket For Fan Shroud 

RNB366 2.25 litre .........................................................................................$ POA 

19. Fan Shroud 

RNC359 2.25 Petrol......................................................................................$ 45.75 

20. RNC795 Screw for Mounting Fan Shroud...............................................$ 0.58 

21. RNF421 Flat washer ...................................................................................$ 0.47 

22. RNC997 Fill Plug ..........................................................................................$ 2.30 

23. RNC996 Sealing Washer............................................................................$ 0.83 

24. Rubber Mount for Radiator Bottom 

RNC471 (2 required)....................................................................................$ 0.89 

Rubber Mount for Radiator Top 

RNE422 (2 required)....................................................................................$ 2.82 

25. Cowl for Radiator 

RNE462 3.9 Litre, 90,110 .............................................................................$ 73.49 

RNE126 4.0 Litre Auto Top Section ..........................................................$ 13.02 

RNE106 Bottom Section.............................................................................$ 102.90 

RNC419 Fixing Screw for 3.9 & 4.0 Cowls...............................................$ 0.99 

26. RNE463 Top Hose 3.9 & 4.0 Litre ..............................................................$ 24.57 

27. RNE459 Bottom Hose 3.9 Litre..................................................................$ 41.95 

RNE133 Bottom Hose 4.0 Litre..................................................................$ 54.00 

28. RNC032 Hose Radiator to Expansion Tank .............................................$ 10.13 

29. RNE529 Hose Radiator to Intake Manifold.............................................$ 28.86 

30. RNH393 Expansion Tank 3.9 Litre .............................................................$ 81.85 

RNH394 Expansion Tank 4.0 Litre .............................................................$ 81.85 

31. RNC022 Radiator Cap .................................................................................$ 6.83 

32. RNE398 Clamp .............................................................................................$ 1.98 

33. Viscous Drive Unit 

RND034 3.9 Defender 90/110, 1993 -‘95, .........................Geuine............$ 397.92 

PLD034 3.9 Defender 90/110, 1993 -‘95, .........................ProLine...........$ 194.25 

RNC054 4.0 Defender 90/110, 1997, ................................Geuine............$ 279.00 

PLC054 4.0 Defender 90/110, 1997, ................................ProLine...........$ 169.00 

Thermostat Housing Series Engines 

34. Thermostat 2.25 litre, Series IIA, III Wax Type 

RNC276 Thermostat ...........................................................74°c ................$ 13.13 



RNC421 Thermostat....................................2.6 litre..........78˙C.................$ 11.28 

35. RNC248 O Ring Seal ...................................2.25 litre.................................$ 1.56 

36. Gaskets For Thermostat 

2.25 litre Series IIA, III 

PLC245 Top gasket .....................................................................................$ 0.83 

RNB573 Bottom gasket ..............................................................................$ 3.10 

RNB647 2.6 litre ...........................................................................................$ 2.40 

37. Top Housing For Thermostat 

RNC244 ........................................................2.25 litre.................................$ 49.00 

38. Bolts for Thermostat Housing 

RNC907 ........................................................(three required)....................$ 0.79 

39. By-Pass Gasket 

RNC738 ........................................................2.25 litre.................................$ 2.51 

40. Outlet to Heater Hose 

A. RNC663 ........................................................................................................$ 7.04 

B. RNC289 ........................................................Plug........................................$ 4.18 

41. Sealing Washer 

RNB544 ........................................................................................................$ 1.04 

42. Thermostat Housing 

PLB367 ........................................................................................................$ 30.45 

43. RNH388 Thermostat Bypass Housing......................................................$ 146.95 

Thermostat Housing and Senders 3.9 & 4.0 Litre 

44. RNC047 Thermostat ...........................................................88˚C.................$ 9.40 

45. RNC046 Gasket for Thermostat ................................................................$ 2.61 

46. RNC028 Fixing Bolt for Thermostat..........................................................$ 1.16 

47. Housing for Thermostat 

RNC040 Housing .........................................3.9 Litre..................................$ 62.95 

RNC041 Housing .........................................4.0 Litre..................................$ 120.70 

48. RNC045 Temp Switch for Fan....................................................................$ 32.75 

RNC023 Sealing Washer for Switch ...............................................................$ 1.46 

49. Temp Sender 

RNC034 Temp Sender ................................3.9 Litre.........90 ....................$ 29.93 

RNC035 Temp Sender ................................3.9 Litre.........110 ..................$ 15.23 

RNC036 Temp Sender ................................4.0 Litre.........90 ....................$ 15.23 

50. RNC039 Sealing Washer ...........................3.9 Litre..................................$ 0.50 

51. RNC048 Hose Water Pump to Heater ........3.9 Litre..................................$ 16.26 

52. RNC043 Hose Manifold to Heater............3.9 Litre..................................$ 25.10 

53. RNC049 Hose Clamp ..................................3.9 Litre..................................$ 2.61 

54. Water Pump Assembly Complete With Gasket 

RNF334 2.25 litre, Series IIA, III 1962 on (9 hole), Genuine.....................$ 99.50 

PLF334 2.25 litre, Series IIA, III 1962 on (9 hole), ProLine ....................$ 39.50 

RNC348 Military 2.25 litre, Series IIA, III (7 hole), Genuine...................$ POA 

PLC348 Military 2.25 litre, Series IIA, III (7 hole), ProLine....................$ 99.50 

RNF361 2.5 litre, 90, 110 .............................................................................$ 209.90 

RNC424 2.6 litre, Series IIA, III Euro Type...............................................$ POA 

RNC011 3.9 litre 90, 110, Genuine .............................................................$ 187.95 

PLC011 3.9 litre 90, 110, ProLine ..............................................................$ 89.00 

RNC052 4.0 litre 90, Genuine .....................................................................$ 259.00 

PLC052 4.0 litre 90, ProLine ......................................................................$ 89.00 

RNH257 Water Pump 200 Tdi ....................................................................$ 229.00 

RNH258 Water Pump 300 Tdi ....................................................................$ 98.50 

RNH360 Water Pump Assembly ...............................................................$ 139.50 

54. Water Pump Rebuild Kit 

RNE587 2.25, Series IIA, III........................................................................$ 52.45 

RNC629 2.6, Series IIA, III, Euro Type..........................................................$ 113.91 

RNC630 2.6 Series IIA N.A.D.A. ................................................................$ 141.00 

COOLING 


SIGHTINGS 

Ah, those lazy hazy crazy days of summer, when 

millions of Americans enjoy vacation while the 

Sightings editor labors over bags of mail. The 

large number of Sightings indicates the impact of 

this small but significant manufacturer of motor 

cars. The very presence of Land Rovers makes 

the most mundane product, movie or television 

program seem extraordinary. 

This issue Sightings has engaged the 

assistance of an international staff. Unlike 

Presidents Bush and Putin, who seem not 

to be able to get along right now, I received 

spectacular assistance from three Russians 

friends working here in Maine this summer: 

Natalia Morozova and Sergey Kholopov, both 

from Magnitogorsk and Ekaterina Lesnik, 

from Vladivostok 

The very best of the Sightings earn a 

coveted Rovers North coffee mug. To assure 

fairness we use the following rules. It never hurts 

for novice and expert Sighters to review them:. 

Rule # 1 - All Sightings receive recognition 

and our appreciation, 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 - If your Sighting does not really 

surprise you, it won't surprise us, either, and you 

won't get a mug. We're delighted, but not 

surprised, that Land Rovers appear 

in British television programmes, 

British publications, films with 

British themes, and shows about 

African safaris. You shouldn't be 

surprised, either, and should 

consider looking for other ways to 

get a coffee mug. 

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. 

Rule #4 - We're not outfitting 

your kitchen. If you qualify, please 

remember - 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, but only when space 

permits. 

Rule #6 - Psst... if we can't 

read you name and address because 

of atrocious penmanship, we 

can't recognize your Sighting nor 

send you a mug. Psst...E-mail 

submissions - remember we can't 

send a mug by e-mail. Send us your real name 

and shipping address, too. 

Rule #7 - Grudgingly, very grudgingly, the 

Editor admits he might make an error. Let me 

know if you think you've been jobbed, but all 

decisions of the Editor are final. 

Land Rovers appear everywhere from 

cyberspace to print. Heather Wise, Bucyrus, KS, 

found a t-shirt design called “Rhinos Hunt in 

Packs,” which sure looks like it includes a 

Defender to her. Tad Hykema [no address] 

notes that an Andy Capp cartoon featured Land 

Rovers in one strip. 

Nels Anderson, Framingham, MA, was 

featured in an article in PC Pilot. For the photo 

shoot, he made it a point to include his coffee 

mug. Four Wheeler magazine of June 2007 ran a 

feature on the Cape Cod National Seashore Park 

with lots of photos of “vintage trucks,” including 

the Series II-A 88” and 109” military of Jon and 

Laurie Detwiler, Norwell, MA. Their Rovers 

“hauled three kids and fishing gear seven miles 

down Nauset Beach to their personal paradise. 

We thought that they were lost and somehow 

motored across the Atlantic from England.” It 

was great to see classic Land Rovers recognized 

in an American four wheel drive magazine. Jon 

also spotted a Series III Military Lightweight in 

the St. Croix Fishing Rod catalogue. 

David Dallas, Cincinnati, OH, sent in a 

Sighting from his local Time Warner homepage 

for General Auto Insurance. It features a topless 

Series Land Rover, “which you can recognize 

from the rear body capping.” David Kessler, 

Worthington, OH, found a Discovery used in a 

Penn and Teller video about Revolutionary War 

reenactments. 

Insurance can seem like a dull business 

unless you include a talking duck or a Land 

Rover. When Farmers Insurance put a Defender 

Station Wagon in its television ad campaign, 

Sighters around the country paid attention: Matt 

Welton, Muir, MI, Brian Ross, Cold Spring, KY, 

Sam Porter, Westminster, MD, Kris Pacinelli, 

Paola, KS, D. Aaron Conway, St. Louis Park, 

MN, Karen Padgett, Lafayette, GA, William 

Ellis, Tallahassee, FL, Adrian Borunda, San 

Antonio, TX, Ben Sands, Bandera, TX, Scott 

Maurer, Florence, OR and Kim Nichols, 

Kennesaw, GA. Paul Dandini, and Len Cater, 

see Rule # 6. We’d love to send you mugs! 

Martin Tulip, Snoqualmie, WA, also spotted a 

II-A in an American Family Insurance 

television ad. 

Snapple Red Tea must feel that Land Rovers 

improve the flavor. Robert Williams, Iowa City, 

IA should have been working on his graduate 

school thesis when he found the ad for Snapple 

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on a WeatherUnderground web site. Dan 

Corinda [no address] found it on the Snapple 

web site. Adrian Borunda, San Antonio, TX, Ben 

Sands, Bandera, TX, Kim Nichols, Kennesaw, 

GA, Fred Behrens, Powhatan, VA, Brian Ross, 

Cold Spring, KY, Scott Corey, Tallahassee, FL, 

Greg Fitzgerald, Warren, NJ, Ronnie Massey, 

Franklin, NC, Nick Pistolakis, Point Pleasant, 

NJ, and Sherry Block, Hadlyme, CT. Jacob 

Wilbert and Pam Nelson, please see Rule #6. 

Television commercials, particularly the 

dodgy ones, rely on Land Rovers to perk up sales. 

Uncertain that their sunglasses would excite 

viewers, Foster Grant placed their model in a 

white Defender 90. As Sherry Block, Hadlyme, 

CT, wrote, “of course they were saying that Foster 

Grants were cool but who noticed them I noticed 

them because I LOVE my white D-90!” Stephen 

Johnson, Johns Island, SC, Kim Nichols, 

Kennesaw, GA, Adrian Borunda, San Antonio, 

TX, Ben Sands, Bandera, TX, and Greg 

Hollingsworth, Colchester, CT, also saw the ad. 

Tanqueray Gin is a personal favorite and they 

have a niche brand called Rangpur. What better 

way to elicit the vision of the olde Empire than the 

inclusion of a 109” Richard Everitt, Jackson, 

MS and Ryan Smyth, Montclair, NJ spotted the 

ad, which can also be viewed at 

www.globeprobe.com. Andrew Gold [no 

address] saw the Taco Bell ad mentioned in 

earlier issues; Kim Nichols, Kennesaw, GA, 

watched an ad for Emerson also featured in the 

past. 

Catalogues have long sought any excuse to 

put a Land Rover in the picture. We’ve noted the 

presence of Land Rovers in Willis and Geiger 

catalogues before; Jay Gerish, Fairfield, NJ, 

found a Series III in a 1997 issue. Bernard 

McMahon, Washington, DC, found a Defender 

110 on safari in the J.L. Powell Clothing 

catalogue. Sahalie, a clothing and leisure 

equipment company mentioned in our last issue, 

features a Series II-A 88” SW, so notes Kevin 

Kotula, Del Rio, TX. 

Self-professed “Rover nerd” Garrick Cook, 

Fort Wayne, IN, spotted the rear tire carrier of a 

Discovery Series II for a moment in Spiderman 3. 

Watching a Fox News story on spring snows in 

South Africa, Fred Behrens, Pohatan, VA, saw a 

Rover “merrily plowing through the snow.” When 

Outside Magazine needed a drawing to represent 

the concept of “road trip,” they chose a Defender 

110, according to Douglas Dietsche, McKinney, 

TX and Brandon Halstead, Alexandria, VA. 

When Gourmet Magazine needed a swank 

backdrop of an article, it chose to include a 

current Range Rover, notes Bill Webb, Monon, 

IN. Men’s Journal ran a feature story on Africa’s 

Cape Verde islands and, of course, included a 

Series III 109”, notes Joseph Weijerstrass, 

Bloomfield, CT. 

QST is the magazine of the ham radio 

fraternity. Douglas Dietsche, McKinney, TX, 

noted that when Yaesu radios need to advertise 

“the hottest field gear anywhere,” they used a 

Camel colored Defender 110 for the background 

shot. Nels Anderson, Framingham, MA, saw the 

same ad. When the Cincinnati Zoo ran a fund 

raiser for their Zoofari 2007 Arctic Expedition, 

the prize was a Range Rover, reports Brian Ross, 

Cold Spring, KY. 

The British firm Dunhill uses a Defender in 

a safari setting to promote its new Pursuit 

cologne, reports Larry Simpson, Belle Plaine, 

KS. Bill Kendall, Centreville, VA watched an ABC 

News broadcast with Charles Gibson. In a plug 

for their “Green Living” series, they chose to 

include a Series III as an example of that lifestyle. 

Matt Chelf, Wooster, OH, spotted a Range 

Rover Classic LWB in an episode of Lost, which 

we’ve featured in an earlier issue. Matthew 

Tornetta [no address] spotted the same Rover 

in the same episode. Heather Wise, Bucyrus, KS, 

spotted host Michael Chiarello in his green 

Defender 90 on his “Easy Entertaining.” Adding a 

D 90 to the recipe certainly makes me more 

interested in the food! Kim Nichols, Kennesaw, 

GA, watched a CNN International report with two 

Discoverys on dirt roads in Tibet. Dick Newton, 

Charlestown, RI, spotted Land Rovers in 

commercials during Grey’s Anatomy, but he’s 

uncertain of the ads themselves. 

As per Rule #7, the Editor occasionally 

blows a call. Frank Coats, Yuba City, CA, wrote to 

inform me of my flawed judgment in ruling “The 

Queen” ineligible for a mug. Indeed, Her 

Highness does ride about in Land Rovers, and that 

is no surprise. However, in the movie, her 

character drives her Defender into a stream, 

stops halfway, inspects the front end, and 

announces to the staff that she has broken a front 

propshaft. In real life, the Queen does drive her 

own Defender 110 and, according to Mr. Coats, 

“is familiar with the maintenance of four-wheel 

drive vehicles. For providing this additional 

information, we are awarding Mr. Coats [owner 

of “an almost roadworthy Series II 88” and a 

far from roadworthy Series I 86”] a mug. 

_______ ________ 

Sightings Winners: 

Nels Anderson: Framingham, MA 

Brandon Halstead: Alexandria, VA 

Douglas Dietsche: McKinney, TX 

Jon Detwiler: Norwell, MA 

Francis Coats: Yuba city, CA 

Jacob Wilbert: 

Pam Nelson: 

Nick Pistolakis: Point Pleasant, NJ 

Ronnie Massey, MD: Franklin, NC 

Greg Fitzgerald: Warren, NJ 

Brian Ross: Cold Spring, KY 

Scott Corey: Tallahassee, FL 

Robert Williams: Iowa City, IA 

Fred Behrens: Powhatan VA 

Adrian Borunda: San Antonio, TX 

Ben Sands: Bandera, TX 

Richard Everitt: Jackson, MS 

Ryan Smyth: Montclair, NJ 

Greg Hollingsworth: Colchester, CT 

Sherry Block: Hadlyme CT 

Kim Nichols: Kennesaw, GA 

Stephen Johnson: Johns Island, SC 

Martin Tulip: Snoqualmie, WA 

William Ellis: Tallahassee, FL 

Karen Padgett: Lafayette, GA 

D. Aaron Conway: St. Louis Park, MN 

Kris Pacinelli Paola, KS 

Sam Porter: Westminster, MD 

Brian Ross: Cold Spring, KY 

Matt Welton: Miur, MI 

David Kessler: Worthington, OH 

David Dallas: Cincinnati, OH 

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