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Winter 2005

As of January 1st 2005, “A new collectible has been born!” Land Rover reaffirms its commitment to the owners of Range Rover Classics by introducing Land Rover Classic Parts (LRCP), with the first account in North America going to Rovers North. Find out all the details of this remarkable event on pg. 2

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I guess this story began when I decided that I was sick of driving the same minivan that I had been driving since high school. She’d served me well, but I was hankering for something a little more my style not to mention the fact that I was tired of being dependent on fossil fuels for transportation. I wanted a cleaner alternative to gasoline and diesel, but since Scotty couldn’t mean beam me up yet, I turned to vegetable oil. That’s right, the stuff that your favorite restaurant uses to cook all your fried delights.

Just like your heart; your vehicle’s injector pump doesn’t like hydrogenated oils. I will admit, the ides of running a vehicle on vegetable may sound a bit outlandish, and perhaps it appeals to only a certain percentage of the Continued on pg 20 Happy New Year to A New Collectible By Jeffrey Aronson

Thomas Buijs, Sainte-Foy, Quebec, found a ‘93 North president Mark Letorney said that the Range Rover Classic with only 107,000 miles in creation of LRCP “returns Land Rover parts Washington, D.C. He thought nothing of flying supply and availability to the high standing of to Washington and driving his new Range decades past when Land Rover was the indus- Rover home. Terry Hazzard, Camden, ME, try standard.” This is also a breakthrough for found his ‘95 Range Rover LWB Classic in Range Rover owners; as Letorney noted, “LRCP Maine. This ex-pat Brit loves his “new” family recognizes the Range Rover Classic customer car. Like thousands of Range Rover Classic as the do-it yourself owner/enthusiast who owners, they works on their own cars.” So adore their Rovers North and LRCP are now Range Rovers working closely together to and want to determine what parts North keep them in American Range Rover Classic great shape with owners needed for maintenance, Genuine Land restoration and off-roading. LRCP the lines, attract every viewer of a Range Rover. Rover parts. has made a firm commitment to Subsequent design changes have kept some of With the new assure the availability of Land the signature features of the original Range year, they’re Rover parts at affordable prices, Rover, but the Range Rover Classic has a about to get and Rovers North’s unique timeless appeal that makes Toyota Land terrific news. standing with Land Rover means Cruisers, Mercedes M-class cars, and their ilk that it can pass along price look very dated, very quickly. No wonder that Land Rover has savings to enthusiasts. Land Rover wants to support enthusiasts with been historically quality parts at reasonable prices. supportive of its Tom Pallister, Director of older vehicles. This is not common. Frankly, Customer Service for Land Rover in the UK, Rovers North has maintained a formal Land Rover’s corporate parent, Ford, does not described this new business initiative as “an relationship with Land Rover for decades; the have a good reputation for keeping genuine excellent opportunity for us to provide an announcement of this agreement with LRCP parts in their pipeline. Not to beat up on Ford; improved after-market service to a clearly solidifies Rovers North’s standing with only a handful of manufacturers, such as BMW, defined and loyal sector of Land Rover enthusiasts. Mark Letorney calls the Range Porsche and Mercedes, retain a pride in their consumers.” Rover Classic “a modern piece of earliest models that they back their enthusiast transportation that’s timeless, a superb driving owners with a comprehensive parts list. Over classic vehicle. Now the best news for Range the decades, Series I-II-III owners have “A modern piece of Rover Classic owners is that they can continue benefited from Land Rover’s corporate transportation that’s to purchase these wonderful vehicles and keep commitment. timeless, a superb them on the road with high quality, affordable driving classic parts direct from Land Rover. A new collectible As of January 1, 2005, Land Rover reaffirms its has been born!” commitment by establishing Land Rover vehicle”. Classic Parts (LRCP), aimed specifically at providing Genuine Parts for the owners of Range Rover Classics (1970-1994) and The Land Rover Classic Parts business unit will Discovery Series I’s (1989-1994). With their manage the purchase, warehousing, engineered-in durability and enthusiastic distribution and promotion of genuine Land owners, the demand for Genuine Parts remains Rover parts for specific older models. From strong for older vehicles. Land Rover has sold launch in October, the program will cover nearly 200,000 Range Rovers and Discoverys in Range Rover Classic (1970 to 1994), Discovery North America since 1987 (the year of official Series I (1989 to 1994 model year). To further importation). The Land Rover dealer network enhance the program an all-new Land Rover supports newer vehicles with Genuine Parts Classic identity has been developed, which will but this new operation will be a boon to the enable customers to relate to the brand and owner of earlier coil-spring vehicles. feel assured in the knowledge, that all products offered within this program are 100% Genuine In North America, the first account for Genuine Land Rover Parts. Parts through LRCP is Rovers North. With over 25 years of exclusively Land Rover experience, The first Range Rover in 1970 electrified the Rovers North is acknowledged as the center for automotive world. Geof Miller, an engineer on classic Land Rover expertise throughout the the original design team for the Range Rover, continent. Rovers North will warehouse the told this reporter a story of the early test drives entire line of Range Rover Classic parts. Rovers with European sales managers. While taking North’s agree- the German importer on a road ment with LRCP test trip in England, all Geof heard means that Land was the complaint that “no one Rover owners, will pay this much money for a contemplating Land Rover!” To convince the the purchase of skeptical importer, the driver older, classic pointed the car towards a field vehicles, can and said “let’s go this way.” They purchase them careened into a rock strewn field with the and pounded the car through hills assurance that and dales. When they rejoined the Genuine Parts paved road, the German asked will remain only when they would be available. available for sale. Owners can drive, maintain and restore their vehicles with A quick glance at the castle-ridged hood, the confidence, knowing that Land Rover continues high beltline, the airy cabin, the exceptional to maintain and improve the marque. Rovers driving position, and the elegant ruggedness of

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[Jac’Kiye McCollett, N. Monmouth, ME, took the editor car shopping on a visit to Land [Jeff Aronson] Daily driving in a Series Land Rover can inure you to the changes made by Rover Scarborough, Maine’s only Land Rover dealer. She wanted to see the full model Land Rover over the past, oh, 35 years or so. I had no idea that some Land Rover owners range of new and classic Land Rovers; what she noticed was how differently women and did not require mechanic’s boiler suits, full toolboxes, spare parts collections and Go-Jo or men view their Land Rovers -ed.] Fast Orange containers, just to get down the road. Did you know you can drive a Land Rover with clean clothes? There are owners who don’t carry the Haynes or Factory Early one Friday morning I found myself traveling on a long Service manuals with them can you believe it?! A trip to a Land overdue trip to really examine Land Rovers. As Jeff and I exited Rover dealer’s is a great way to drive these points home. As we his car, there they were Land Rovers, Discovery’s, Range Rovers pulled into the Land Rover Centre, lots of Landie eye candy caught and my favorite, a beautiful deep green Defender with a roof rack. my eye. Perched on a hillock was a ‘97 Defender 90 SW. A 2003 I immediately wanted to sit on top of the rack. Being a mother of Discovery Series II demonstrated its articulation by sitting atop an four teenagers can be a challenge, forcing me to set my child-like artfully collected pile of rocks. A new Range Rover and new LR3 sat image of myself aside; however, as I looked upon its sun-clad side by side making everything else in the lot look a bit dated. A exterior I said to myself, am I too “old” to sit on top of a car?? No, Toyota Land Cruiser and Ford Expedition in the used car lot looked of course not! Without a ladder, I demurred and instead opened forlorn and oh so ‘90’s I immediately begged for the keys to the ‘97 the drivers side door, hopped in and searched for the key. What Defender. It felt blissfully cramped. Your shoulders hunched against was it doing on the left side of the steering column? I stuck in the the doors which featured wind up windows and manual door locks. key. What a magnificent sound the engine made as it fired up. I The ignition key was just where the British would logically put it. was amazed at how the vehicle rode. I felt as though I had just Behind me were 4 jump seats, perfect for anyone for short trips and won the lottery sitting behind the wheel of one of the most enormous patience. You sat with the wheel at your chest and the beautiful British cars; all that was missing was my Beatles CD windshield inches from your face. The familiar V8 sounded so good playing in the background. I was finally able to pry myself from its you could forgive the automatic; everyone acknowledges they’re embrace and went around to the back, opened its hatch and was superior for most drivers. With full headlining and minimal stunned at how much space this Rover had to offer. The four fold appointments, this was the family car par excellence - provided down seats reminded me of “boat seats”, perfect for my children on short trips. I’m your family has extraordinary forbearance and fortitude. Your spouse or significant other guessing they wouldn’t be as comfortable on a long journey. A mental image flashed would approach sainthood just for letting you buy it. through my head. This could possibly be ‘the new family car’. I’ve always enjoyed the lines and mechanical design of the Range Rover Classic. The white My reverie was broken when Jeff literally pulled me from this ‘mother magnet’ to put me long wheelbase had shed its air suspension for the Rovers North coil spring conversion; behind the wheel of a ‘93 Range Rover Classic. The minimal power steering and brakes with over 100,000 miles on the odometer, the car still drove briskly, smoothly and with stopped me abruptly from the thoughts of a family outing in the Defender and I realized precision. If the bushings had never been replaced, this car had been coddled for much of quickly that this Range Rover was a much more comfortable ride. The acceleration was its life. A road test confirmed what I, and thousands of enthusiasts, love about the Range awesome as we headed down the road. Experiencing a new-to-me vehicle can be quite Rover. Here’s a car for every occasion from highway touring to in-town errands. The scary, yet the British models fit me like a second skin. Now there were two cars I had to boundaries off road are those of your courage and your wallet. A dent in a Range Rover have. This lovely white RR had plenty of room for a family of 6, will always cost more than one in a Series Rover, but my oh my, and possibly the dog! My thoughts trailed to “how many pairs of what a capable vehicle. I wondered how many pairs of Wellingtons I black heels could I fit in this thing?” That’s when Jeff decided I could fit into this thing. Jac’Kiye had never been off-roading and should experience the off road test track in this 11 year old Land Hugh Barton, the dealer service manager, nicely offered to let me Rover. He fiddled with the two gearshift levers and we began to run around the fields behind the Centre. Then I spied the test track climb up a steep rocky hill. One thing I wasn’t certain of was and decided this would show Jac’Kiye every capability of a Land Jeff’s driving; another thing I wasn’t sure of was staring at the Rover. She took the surprise well, yelling only once that I was to “get sky. The Range Rover crept up what seemed to be a mountain of this car out of here immediately.” rocks, then started down again. It looked as though we’d crash at the bottom for sure. When I regained consciousness I was star- Off in a corner of the lot sat a neat 109” SW. The grill and ing at the bottom of the slope. When I thought the test track was fascia showed it to be a Series III, although the door tops were from complete, I’m met with a side angle wondering how gravity hasn’t a Series II-A. Of course, there were no Series III 109’s imported allowed the car to flip on its side or roof. My adrenaline rush officially to the US, so perhaps this one came in through Canada. wasn’t from the complete horror of being tipped on our side, but General Manager Leon Kenny noted that the engine required a full from knowing I wasn’t in imminent danger. Any vehicle other than rebuild but that the car seemed sound. I envied the owner. Jac’Kiye a Rover would’ve sent me into shock. fantasized about owning the car until I reminded her it was just like driving in my Series II-A, only slower, and that passing a car with I was snapped out of dreamland once again by another white RHD when you drive on the right was a frightening thing indeed. image in my peripheral vision. It couldn’t be!? But oh yes it was - the most authentic Rover Deep down, of course, I would commit most any heinous crime to get my hands on a Series I have ever laid eyes on, a Series lll 109 with the steering wheel on the ‘right’ side. Oh joy! 109” station wagon. I was hooked. I climbed inside and smelled the aroma of old leather and pipe smoke. I was hit in my most vulnerable senses; I closed my eyes, leaned my head back, put both As with so many Land Rovers, the LR3 looks better in person or on television ads than it hands on the wheel and I was driving. I could see the family removing fishing gear as I sat does in photographs. It’s far too modern for my tastes (why do I keep thinking of a Honda parked in the middle of a clear running stream. The children sitting on the hood, casting Element when I see one) on the outside, but I give Land Rover credit for making a their poles, then after a long day my husband loading a cooler full of fish in the back of this remarkable interior. When you fire it up, the millions of pound sterling spent on modifying glorious old beauty. Yes, this was the Rover for me. Unfortunately, Jeff reminded me that the Jaguar block into a proper Land Rover engine becomes understandable. What a the Massachusetts plates on the car meant it was owned by someone already. majestic car on the road! 4.4 liters and 300 horsepower will do great things; the 6-speed automatic added to the silkiness. There’s a tautness and agility not really felt in any Land Well, it was until the LR3 came into view. Here it sat so alone, calling my name, oh darn, Rover I’ve driven. A multitude of cup holders and storage places give me the creeps; this that’s Jeff again. “Hop in” he says. Much to my surprise I found the LR3 a bit boring to car is intended for on-road touring. Still, the plethora of electronic aids for off roading, from ride in; it reminded me of the minivan I drive everyday, but alas, Hill Descent to 4-wheel Electronic Traction Control to the new what a practical and convenient vehicle for a mom. There was Terrain Response control knob states firmly that Land Rover hasn’t enough room in this thing to seat an entire Army, two glove forgotten its heritage. I looked longingly at the fields behind the Land boxes, one for registration, insurance etc. And one for lipstick, Rover Centre until Jac’Kiye announced that her maternal duties mascara, eye pencil. I’m sure women would agree that stuff is demanded that she get home right away. essential, but I suppose the insurance card would be the perfect ‘lipstick blotter’. What do you mean, you have to leave? Can’t children forage for themselves? I stared at a Discovery Series I and a Series II, both I noticed it was time to go back to motherhood. Sadly, I wasn’t waiting for test drives. I’ve always liked the elevation at the rear of able to test drive a Discovery but I wasn’t exactly sure I wanted the roof line and there are thousands of used Discoverys just waiting to as it looked like a hearse. The twin sunroofs and the seating for enthusiasts to become their owners. And what about that for 7 did appeal to me, but not the styling. spectacular new Range Rover? We hadn’t even opened the door of a Freelander! Where are your priorities? All in all my Land Rover expedition was successful. I determined that a Land Rover, regardless of the style was perfect for a What a day for a daydream, driving Land Rovers all day. How does mother to own. No more minivan’s for this lady. I need to ask my anyone at a dealership get anything accomplished? I need to ask my husband, “Can I take the green Defender home?” I wonder what banker, “Can I take the green Defender home?” I wonder what he he would say. would say.

Welcome to the winter edition of Robison on Rovers. I hope reduced noise. because pulling up on it can break the fragile old distributor the fall season finds you and your Rovers in good health, advance. Ignition coils also fail, as do plug and coil wires. wherever you are. Just this week, I took calls from Land There are no new service issues on the 1989 models. My Make sure yours, are in good shape. Oily dampness around Rover owners in the Virgin Islands, Australia, and Africa – so I comments for older trucks apply here as well. In 1990 we saw the base of the coil is a sign the insulating oil has leaked and know there are plenty of Land Rover owners out there in nice some cosmetic changes, the introduction of electronic failure is imminent. climates even when it’s 34 degrees and rainy here. We were speedometer, and installation of a fancier stereo. The metal able to meet some of you at the events we attended this gas tank was replaced with a more rugged plastic unit. Power The other thing that will leave you as the blue plate special for summer, and we look forward to seeing more of you in 2005. increased slightly as a result of a freer flowing exhaust and the local wildlife, is the fuel pump. Vehicles over 100,000 miles other minor changes. 1990 Range Rovers had a third stop are on borrowed time on their pumps. Failure is even more For those of you who wondered about my pre-Land Rover life, lamp in the rear window for the first time. Range Rovers likely if the filter has not been changed, because it’s harder to my brother – writer Augusten Burroughs - has a chapter began to appear in multiple trim levels – the County was the pump through a plugged one. Make sure the pump is good, devoted to that very subject in his newest bestseller – Magical fanciest, the Hunter the most basic model. Various Special and also pay particular attention to the wiring. Thinking. It’s available in bookstores everywhere for those of Editions began to appear at this time also. you who seek our darkest secrets. Greasy broken cars, heavy Popular modifications metal bands, alien bondage – it’s all in there. 1990 trucks have an improved fuel injection system, with a display box under the passenger seat that shows fault codes. Any Land Rover product of this vintage will benefit from an In this column I’m going to talk about the Range Rover Classic 1990-1995 Range Rovers are probably user-friendliest Land application of Waxoyl if you live in a climate where you drive in models – how they evolved, problems to look for, and popular Rovers from a back yard service standpoint. salty water or winter snow. One of my earlier columns upgrades. In subsequent issues we’ll do the same with the covered this topic. It’s available for download on the Rovers other Land Rover models. . . 1990 also saw the introduction of antilock brakes on the County North or Robison Service web sites. models. The antilock system is generally reliable, but be wary The Range Rover was the only product Land Rover sold in the of failures – the ABS valve assembly under the hood is over Shock and suspension upgrades - The Bilstein and OME shock United States when they returned here in 1987. Beyond how $1,000 and not user-serviceable. Most ABS problems stem absorbers give a firmer road feel and slightly improved the model evolved, I will point out some things to look out for if from either sensors or wheel bearings getting loose and handling. I prefer the feel of these upgraded shocks to that of you are buying one or if you already own one. causing bad sensor readings, and failure of the two system the standard parts. When installing front shocks look at the relays. condition of the front shock towers – we often replace them Prior to 1995 these vehicle weren’t called Classics – they were because they rust and weaken, and the shock can punch right just Range Rovers. They became Classics after the 1990 also saw the introduction of front and rear anti roll (sway) through the hood on a hard bump if they fail. introduction of a new design Range Rover – the P38A, or bars on the top models. A few years ago kits to retrofit sway “new” Range Rover in 1995. But some people say the Classic bars to the 1987-1989 vehicles were popular. Sway bars make The vast majority of owners of early air suspension trucks moniker came from British fascination with American fast food a big difference in high-speed handling but they compromise convert to coil springs to avoid trouble and expense. Coil – after all, Range Rover Classics appeared shortly after similar off-road performance. At this point we have more call to conversion kits are available in a number of combinations of “Classic” offerings from Coke and Mcdonald's arrived. remove sway bars for off-roaders than we do to fit them for standard, medium, and heavy springs and shocks. These kits highway drivers. In any case, kits for older trucks are still are easily installed by a mechanically inclined owner. Range Rover Classics were first sold in America in 1987. The available. first cars had cloth seats as the standard, no sunroof, and 3.5 Stainless exhausts – the original exhaust systems had a life litre engines. The 1988 cars were similar, but with the addition In 1993, the County LWB (Long Wheel Base – 8 inches more span of less than three years. The various stainless systems of leather seats and sunroof. floor between front and rear seats) arrived – an English on the market have proven quite a bit better. Some are quiet Suburban. Alarm with push button locking was standard for the and perform like stock, others are louder and produce a These early trucks were underpowered for American high- first time. LWB models were delivered with air suspension modest power gain. ways, but their simplicity and low cost makes them excellent instead of coil springs. Changes in the steering box and front trail trucks today. An early Range Rover with upgraded springs end made for a tighter road feel. LWB models had fancier There are many accessories available for off-roaders. Brush and wheels and the interior stripped out to save weight makes interior trim – burl walnut, and memory seats were among the bars, Rock sliders, and roof racks are offered in many styles. a very capable rig at modest cost. upgrades. Winches are often fitted to the front bars, with the Warn and Superwinch 9,000 and 10,000lb units being two of the better The biggest problem with these early Range Rovers is rust and The County LWB models had a larger engine – 4.2 litres instead choices. In New England, we use synthetic cable on the corrosion. Look for problems in these areas: around the of 3.9. The bigger motor gave more low-end torque but winches, but folks who winch on rocky ground should consider liftgate glass; in the rear door jambs toward the back; where reliability of the bottom end was less than for the 3.9. the safety tradeoff given the greater abrasion resistance of the front fenders attach to the body under the hood; under the steel cable. plastic rocker moldings; in the frame rails; in the gas tanks; and County LWB models were the first to feature traction control. in the floor boards under both front seats. This system senses slippage of a rear wheel and applies Locking differentials, both theDetroit style and the air locker brakes to the slipping side. It considerably improved the style, are often fitted to front and rear axles. Steel differential The transfer cases are rugged, but the linkages are prone to ability of these trucks to slog through mud and soft sand. guards are also common, as are steel or aluminum skid plates. bind from rust if not shifted regularly. Engines are rugged also, The traction control system is usually trouble free. but expect to do a valve job and repair head gasket leaks In today’s market, Range Rover Classic models are widely between 100,000 and 150,000 miles. These engines will build up The air suspension (EAS – Electronic Air Suspension) available at good prices. There is a huge array of custom sludge – visible in the oil pan and under the valve covers – if introduced with these models worked well on the street when equipment for any conceivable use – dog cages, roll cages, not well maintained. I suggest synthetic oil in any Rover to it was new. But as the vehicles aged, the air suspension car top tents, and under car armor. Classics offer significantly prevent this. systems became problematic. The biggest issue is that any better build quality than older Discoveries, and their off-road failure drops the car to the bump stops where it rests until capability can be right up there with the best Defenders for a Radiators in Range Rovers seem to have a life of about 100,000 reset by a shop with the $10,000 specialist Land Rover test fraction of the cost. Furthermore, many people just love these miles. If your temperature gauge rises in hot weather there is gear. The lack of user or field reparability spells the end of air Classic style Rovers. More and more, we see people doing a good chance your radiator is at its limits (Check your viscous suspension for the majority of owners. However, coils springs extensive restoration work because the Rover Classic offers a fan and thermostat also). I suggest brand new replacements conversion kits that deliver a quality ride and are available at package you just can’t buy in a newer Land Rover. but many people choose to recore as a less costly alternative. very reasonable prices. (More on this later in the article.) So if you’ve already got one . . . keep it maintained because 1987-1989 Range Rovers used a mechanical speedometer 1993 models have an improved stereo. The stereo system they aren’t making any more. And if you’re looking to buy one drive. The cables, angle drive, and heads are all prone to bind introduced in 1993 was continued on to the end of the line in . . . I hope the advice in my and fail in cold weather. They seem to break most often 1995. column helps you to make a better choice. turning over the ten thousands column. All in all, the County LWB trucks remain highly desirable for See you in the spring . . . The metal transmission and engine oil cooler lines are prone to anyone who needs a Rover with carrying capacity. Interior John Robison rust out. If these lines blow while driving they often spell volume is considerably greater in these models. sudden death for the engine or transmission. (All products mentioned in this article are In 1994 the regular wheelbase Range Rover was offered with available at Rovers North) The metal gas tanks on 1987-1989 models are prone to rusting air suspension like the County LWB. out although many of these have been upgraded. Fuel pump connections inside the left rear wheel arch corrode. In 1995 the Range Rover was fitted with the dash design from the Discovery. Driver and passenger airbags were provided Steering boxes tended to wear out. The pitman arm shaft gets for the first time, engine power increased slightly, and a new loose and wobbles, resulting in a leaking steering box and push button locking system was fitted. sloppy steering. Factory exchange boxes are of a newer design – much better and they are available at moderate cost. In my opinion, the 1995 models are far more comfortable to drive than older models because of the improved suspension The suspension bushings used in these first American market and upgraded interior. Range Rovers were not very durable. The replacement parts – from Land Rover or from other makers of Poly Bushings – are All of the Range Rover Classic models use distributor type much more durable. ignition. The rotors are prone to burn through, causing sudden failure of your vehicle, and a long walk unless you happen to In 1989 the engine size was increased to 3.9 litres in response have a spare. Plenty of time to ponder the resurgence of to complaints that the vehicles lacked power. In addition, the mountain lions and bears in the New England woods as you manual locking transfer case was replaced with a viscous attempt to walk out. I suggest you carry a spare, and when coupler type case. This improved on-road performance and you go to install it – split the old one with a sharp chisel

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Now brewing Land Rover Café in less than 90 seconds ATTENTIONRANGE ROVER CLASSICS DISCOVER how EASY replacing your The Jetboil™ Personal Cooking HEATER MOTOR System is the perfect accessory for can be. your off- and on-road adventures. Whether you’re competing in an Adventure Team Challenge, enjoying a weekend rally or savoring a lazy day tailgating, Jetboil’s award-winning design combines the simplicity of a travel mug with the power of a stove. The one-liter cup handles everything from a hot cup of java to complete meals, and the simplicity of its inte- grated design means it’s convenient, fast and—best of all—it fits in your glove compartment. No matches, pot holders, mugs or pots needed—just push the built-in igniter, snap on the cup, and you have a hot drink or meal in minutes. Whatever your adventure, Jetboil satisfies.

RNJ0075BK Personal Cooking System. $79.00 Original Bosch Blower Motor for Range Rover Classic RNJ0075CP Coffee Press ...... $19.95 Heaters 1990-1995. A direct replacement that plugs in with RNJ0175 Jetpower Fuel...... $399.00 NO MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED

PLH520 Range Rover Classic 1990-1995...... $275.00

Prices valid until February 28, 2005 Orders: 1-800-403-7591 © 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA 6 Tech Line: (802) 879-0032 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:30; Sat 8:30-12:30 EST roversnorth.com Buy with confidence: no hype, no junk – we promise. W o

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WD296A Discovery II wood kit d with door pieces

Side Steps Fits Discovery I, 1994-1999 / Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 100 inch Short Wheel Base PLA632 Side Step Kit...... $389.00

Easy to install. D Black powder coated steel with non slip rubber covering a Interior Wood Dash Kits Enhance your interior with our all-climate, special poly- coated wood trim kits. A custom adhesive (developed exclusively with 3M) provides extremely flexible and UV s resistant wood trim that simplifies the installation procedure. Simply stick in place – don’t worry about alignment as each piece can be repositioned up to 24 hours after initial placement. From unbelievably realistic synthetic wood finishes to OE match wood, nothing compares to our distinctive wood dashboard kits. h LR3 Kits are now available, call for more details. Discovery I WD702A-MB Full kit (23 pcs), auto...... ‘95-98...... $ 439.95 WD702B-MB Full kit (23 pcs), manual ...... ‘95-98...... $ 439.95 WD702C-DS OE factory match (18 pcs), auto ...... ‘97 ...... $ 429.95 WD702D-DS OE factory match (18 pcs), manual...... ‘97 ...... $ 429.95 WD702E-DS OE factory match (14 pcs), auto...... ‘98 ...... $ 265.95 WD702F-DS OE factory match (14 pcs), manual...... ‘98 ...... $ 265.95 K Discovery II (call on 04) WD296A-SRB Fact match w/door pcs (29 pcs)...... ‘99-03...... $ 384.95 WD296A-MB Burl Wood w/door pcs (29 pcs)...... ‘99-03...... $ 499.00 Dog Guard WD296C-SRB Fact match w/o door pcs (18 pcs)...... ‘99-03...... $ 234.95 Fits Discovery I, 1994-1999 i WD296C-MB Burl Wood w/o door pcs (18 pcs)...... ‘99-03...... $ 312.00 Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 100 inch Short Wheel Base WD296D-SRB Fact match Basic kit (4 pcs) ...... ‘99-03...... $ 128.95 PLD244 Discovery I Black Mesh...... $ 149.00 WD296D-MB Burl Wood Basic Kit (4 pcs)...... ‘99-03...... $ 175.95 Powder coated with mat black finish. Range Rover P38A t WD176A-SLBOE OE fact match (19 pcs), basic kit w/o navigation ...... $ 289.95 WD176C-SLBOE OE fact match (20 pcs), basic kit w/navigation...... $ 289.95 Removable Dog Guards WD176B-SLBOE OE fact match (27 pcs), Deluxe kit w/o navigation ...... $ 369.95 RNA6010 Removable Dog Guard for Range Rover Classic, RR P38A...... $ 69.95 WD176D-SLBOE OE fact match (28 pcs), Deluxe kit w/navigation...... $ 369.95 RNA6010E Removable Dog Guard for Discovery Series I & II...... $ 92.50 s WD176E-SLBOE HSE fact match add-on kit (13 pcs), ‘01-02 ...... $ 209.95 CL008-SLBOE Cluster piece only ...... $ 29.95 Stay Warm and Dry With Our Plush Custom Carpeted Mats Add an elegant finishing touch to the interior of your vehicle with plush custom carpets. The 32 oz. premium nylon yarn is three times heavier than the low quality factory mats that most vehicle's come fitted with. These plush durable mats are custom cut to fit your Land Rover with a non slip backing and include special fasteners. Available in Land Rover colors - listed by vehicle type below to match the most popular interior colors. Mats are completely washable and come with a 2 year warranty. Allow one to two weeks for delivery. Custom Mat Colours

Defender 90 and 110 Saddle Granite Bahama Black Smokestone Lt Stone Dk Granite Front Mat Set Defender 90 1994-95 – – – – – – RNA30BK – – – – – – $ 85.00 Defender 90 1997 only – – – – – – RNA31BK – – – – – – $ 85.00 Defender 90 SW Cargo 1997 only – – – – – – RNA33BK – – – – – – $ 99.95 Defender 110 1993 – – – – – – RNA34BK – – – – – – $109.95 Defender 110 Cargo 1993 – – – – – – RNA35BK – – – – – – $ 99.95 Discovery I and II Saddle Granite Bahama Black Smokestone Lt Stone Dk Granite Discovery I 1996-98 – – RNA40G RNA40B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Rear Seat Mat Discovery I Cargo 1996-98 – – RNA41G RNA41B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Discovery II 1999-on – – – – RNA42B RNA42BK RNA42SS – – – – $ 99.95 Discovery II Cargo 1999-on – – – – RNA43B RNA43BK RNA43SS – – – – $ 99.95 Discovery II Cargo (W/ 3rd seat) 1999-on – – – – RNA44B RNA44BK RNA44SS – – – – $ 99.95 Cargo Loadspace Mat Range Rover Classic Saddle Granite Bahama Black Smokestone Lt Stone Dk Granite Range Rover Classic 1987-89 RNA23S – – RNA23B RNA23BK – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic SWB 1990-94 RNA24S RNA24G RNA24B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic LWB 1993-94 RNA25S RNA25G RNA25B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic 1995 RNA26S RNA26G RNA26B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic LWB 1995 RNA27S RNA27G RNA27B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic/County/Cargo 1987-95 RNA28S – – RNA28B RNA28BK – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover Classic LWB Cargo 1993-95 RNA29S RNA29G RNA29B – – – – – – – – $ 99.95 Range Rover P38A Saddle Granite Bahama Black Smokestone Lt Stone Dk Granite Range Rover 4.0 SE/4.6 HSE 1995-02 RNA45S – – – – RNA45BK – – RNA45LS RNA45DG $ 99.95 Range Rover 4.0 SE/4.6 HSE Cargo 1995-02 RNA46S – – – – RNA46BK – – RNA46LS RNA46DG $ 99.95

Lowest Price in USA Balanced Parabolic Spring and Shock Kits For Series II, IIA, III Polybush Kits After years of testing, research and selling For performance and long life, these four different types of parabolic springs from polybushing kits are suitable for normal around the world, we’ve determined these to as well as off road use. Includes all be the best available. Improve your ride, suspension and all shock improve your comfort, and get additional absorber bushings. Made in England. axle articulation out of your Series Land Rover. Includes four springs with u-bolts and Discovery I, hardware. For best results, we’ve included a Range Rover Classic, set of our OME Nitrocharger shocks D90 94 on (as shown). PBS1115 Polybush Kit ...... $199.00

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Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits with Shocks RNK112388 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, for 88” and 109”...... $ 879.95 RNK1123109 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, Heavy Duty set, for 109”...... $ 879.95 Bilstein RNK1124109 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, 4 OME shocks, Heavy Duty set, for 109”...... $ 999.00 Balanced Parabolic Spring Kits w/o Shocks Shocks RNK1123 2 leaf front & 3 leaf rears for 88” and 109”...... $ 549.00 RNK1124 2 leaf front & 4 leaf rears, HD set for 109”...... $ 695.00 Bilstein® is the world leader in gas-pressurized shock absorber technology. Technically the most advanced shock available today, Bilstein utilizes a one piece seamless monotube design filled with oil and nitrogen gas in a pressurized, sealed compartment. Completely eliminates any foaming of the oil and the monotube design helps dissipate heat to prevent shock fade. Bilstein’s shock bodies are precision-formed through a unique seamless manufacturing process. We recommend for use with Land Rover Genuine standard or heavy duty springs. Great for off-road driving in normally equipped vehicles. Not recommended for heavily ladened vehicles with oversize tires. Lifetime warranty. Defender 90/110 RNA243/4 Set of four...... $ 299.00 4x4 SHOCKS & SUSPENSION RNA243/5 Set of five (includes Damper) ...... $ 375.00 RNA235 Steering Damper...... $ 82.16 Defender 90 Complete OME Kits OMED90K1 Standard Duty ...... $ 635.00 Discovery I Our choice for owners using oversize tires combined with heavy OMED90K2 Heavy Duty ...... $ 635.00 RNA243/6 Set of four...... $ 299.95 bumper/winch combinations. Provide as much suspension lift as OMESD32 Steering Damper ...... $ 69.95 RNA243/7 Set of five (includes Damper) ...... $ 375.00 possible without exceeding factory specs. Improve your towing Defender 110 Station Wagon RNA245 Steering Damper...... $ 85.00 capacity, off-road traction, and on-road comfort. Includes four OMED110K1 Standard Duty ...... $ 635.00 Discovery II springs and four shocks. RNA6046/7Set of four...... $ 369.00 OMED110K2 Heavy Duty...... $ 635.00 Range Rover Classic OMESD32 Steering Damper ...... $ 69.95 RNA243/4 RR Classic w/coil springs (set of four)...... $ 299.00 Defender 110 Pick-up or Hardtop RNA243/5 RR Classic (Set of four + damper)...... $ 375.00 OMED110RK1 Standard Duty...... $ 635.00 RNA2152/3RR Classic LWB w/air susp (set of four)...... $ 379.95 OMED110RK2 Heavy Duty ...... $ 635.00 RNA245 RR Classic, Steering Damper...... $ 85.00 OMESD32 Steering Damper ...... $ 69.95 Range Rover P38A Discovery I RNA2214/5 Set of four ...... $ 385.00 OMEDS1K1 Standard...... $ 635.00 OMEDS1K2 Heavy Duty...... $ 619.95 OMESD11 Steering Damper ...... $ 69.95 Discovery II OMEDS2K1 Standard ...... $ 635.00 Bilstein OMEDS2K2 Heavy Duty...... $ 635.00 Suspension OMESD02 Steering Damper ...... $ 72.50 Range Rover Classic Kits OMERRK1 Standard ...... $ 635.00 Genuine Heavy Duty Springs OMERRK2 Heavy Duty ...... $ 635.00 & Bilstein Shock Kits OMESD11 Steering Damper ...... $ 69.95 For owners using their Land Rovers in a mix of commuting and off-roading. Perfect for vehicles running factory tire sizes up to 245/75-16 with a moderate appointment of off-road equipment – not exceeding manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight. Note: For heavier than normally ladened OME Defender 90/110 vehicles, we recommend OME shocks. OMESKDEF Set of four...... $ 334.95 OMESD32 Steering Damper...... $ 69.95 Defender 90/110 Shocks Discovery I RNK5201 Defender 90 without winch ...... $ 579.00 For Land Rover owners who OMESKDS1 Set of four...... $ 309.95 RNK5211 Defender 90 with ARB winch ...... $ 589.00 requirheavy-duty shocks, off-road OMESD11 Steering Damper...... $ 69.95 RNK5202 Defender 110...... $ 579.00 performance and maximum load capaci- Discovery II Discovery I ty. OMESKDS2 Set of four...... $ 334.95 RNK5203 Discovery I, Heavy Duty...... $ 579.00 Twin-tube design offers unsurpassed OMESD02 Steering Damper...... $ 72.50 RNK5213 Discovery I, Extra Heavy Duty ...... $ 589.00 protection against rocks and debris. These heavy duty Range Rover Classic Discovery II nitrogen-gas shock absorbers are recommended for OMESKRR Set of four...... $ 334.95 RNK5208 Discovery II, 4 Bilstein shocks, 2 Genuine Coils ...$ 529.00 applications where more dampening is needed for use with OMESD11 Steering Damper...... $ 69.95 Range Rover Classic oversize tires. RNK5204 Range Rover Classic, 100” Standard...... $ 599.00 RNK5214 Range Rover Classic, 100” w/heavy duty winch...$ 609.00 The Best Kits, the Best Prices – Air Suspension to Coil Conversion Kits Range Rover Classic LWB Range Rover P38A Land Rover designed and built into the Range Rover with electronic ECU bypass to avoid fault code readings Classic LWB a fantastic air suspension system that Our exclusive Range Rover P38A Air Suspension to Coil Conversion Kit is a simple was way ahead of it’s time. However, when a conversion kit that most DIY mechanics can do themselves. While the Range Rover malfunctioning component needs repair or P38A air suspension provides a remarkably smooth ride, if any part of the suspension replacement, it can quickly get time-consuming and fails, the entire system fails, resulting in a bumpy ride and very expensive, expensive. Do away with all the air suspension hassle time-consuming repairs. With our exclusive coil conversion kits, you can easily cure and expense by converting your Range Rover Classic the problem by installing one of our kits listed below. Give us a call and we will help LWB to a coil-sprung Range Rover. This kit contains all you determine the most appropriate package based on your driving needs. Includes Genuine parts and includes everything needed for the Genuine Land Rover Springs, coil isolators, spring seats, spring retainers. No one proper conversion and continued reliable on or sells a better conversion kit for less money! off-road performance. Our customers have been so satisfied with the improved ride quality and handling Our Range Rover P38A coil conversion kit includes: 4 Land Rover Genuine Springs, 2 after installation of this kit, most claim they prefer the rear coil spring isolators, 2 front coil isolators, 4 coil spring seats, 4 aluminum spring coil conversion suspension to the factory air perch adapters, 4 spring retainers, 1 EAS override pigtail; all hardware and instructions. suspension! Includes detailed instructions and all necessary hardware. RNK5106 Coil Conversion Kit, Standard, P38A...... $ 915.00 RNK5107 Coil Conversion Kit, Heavy Duty, P38A...... $ 999.00 RNK5105 Coil Spring Conversion Kit, Range Rover Classic ...... $ 349.95 RNK5116 Coil Conversion Kit, Standard w/Bilsteins, P38A...... $1259.00 RNK5105A Coil Spring Conversion Kit (with OME springs), Range Rover Classic...... $ 369.00 RNK5117 Coil Conversion Kit, Heavy Duty w/Bilsteins, P38A...... $1355.00 Prices valid until February 28, 2005 Orders: 1-800-403-7591 © 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA 8 Tech Line: (802) 879-0032 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:30; Sat 8:30-12:30 EST roversnorth.com Low pricing on the highest quality parts.

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The lowest pricing Keep your air suspension original with Genuine Springs or anywhere. replacement bladders for Range Rover P38A and Range Rover Classic.

Race inspired performance shock RND262 absorbers for Land Rovers that require longer shock travel. Range Rover P38A (1995-2002) RND262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, Genuine $132.95 Pro Comp ES 9000 Shocks for Discovery, Range Rover and Defender. Nitrogen gas charged PLD262 Air Spring Assembly, Front, ProLine $119.95 shocks with two inches of extra travel. Designed for off-road performance for vehicles with RND263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, Genuine $288.90 raised suspension of two inches or less. Excellent all round ride quality and handling. Shock PLD263 Air Spring Assembly, Rear, ProLine $185.00 sets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust boots in black.

# PCS9030 Discovery 1994-1999 front and rear shock set...... $ 199.00 # PCS9050 Range Rover Classic 1987-1995 front and rear shock set...... $ 199.00 Replacement Bladders # PCS9020 Defender 1983-1998 front and rear shock set ...... $ 199.00 Keep your air suspension original with Genuine Springs or replacement bladders for Range Rover P38A and Range Rover Classic. Pro Comp ES 3000 for Series II, IIA, III, 88 and 109 Land Rovers with high arc or parabolic springs offers an extra inch of shock travel. These performance shocks incorporate a twin EASY PLB1017 to tube cellular gas design that prevents foaming and reduces shock fade to improve the ride ALL quality of leaf spring suspension. Shock sets include bushings and optional poly vinyl dust INST boots in black. Range Rover P38A (1995-2002) PLB1017 Replacement Bladder, Front, ProLine...... $99.00 # PCS3088 88 front and rear shock set...... $ 179.00 PLB1018 Replacement Bladder, Rear, ProLine ...... $105.95 # PCS3109 109 front and rear shock set ...... $ 199.00 Range Rover Classic (1993-’95 only) PLB1017 Replacement Bladder, Front and Rear ProLine...... $99.00

Jackall Adapter Fits into the jack receptacles that are located on Rovers North Accessories the Rovers North Sill Protectors, ARB and ZBar bumpers. This adapter provides the safest way to jack up your Land Rover on uneven terrain. Jack Bag Rovers North Recovery Kit RNA908 Jackall adapter...... $ 45.00 Our exclusive Jack Bag is constructed of heavy duty reinforced padded nylon twill with two way The basic elements every Land zippers and cordura handles. Protect your Jack Rover should have on-board at all 48” Jackall and your Land Rover’s interior. times, whether on the road or off — Our A rugged, powerful, all-purpose tool that can lift, RNA9111 Jackall Bag...... $ 45.00 exclusive Recovery Kit includes a beefy 2” pull, push or hoist up to 8,000 lbs. It is ideal for reinforced double loop 30’ tow strap, two self recovery and is widely recommended as an heavyweight steel shackles, leather-lined essential component of an off-road vehicle’s kit. Land Rover gloves and durable recovery RNA901 Jackall...... $ 69.50 bag. RNR1000 RN Recovery Kit...... $ 114.95

48” Hi-Lift The original all cast, all purpose jack can lift, pull, push or hoist up to 4,660lbs. Loc Rac by Hi-Lift Off Road Jack Base for HL485...... $ 79.00 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 you Land Rover.

ORB ...... $ 39.00 60” Hi-Lift An all cast construction with a 4,660lb 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...... $ 89.00 This universal jack rack can be mounted inside or out where ever your jack will fit. It can be used on Jackall or Hi-Lift jacks. Includes hardware and padlock with keys.

LR200 Jackall adapter...... $ 24.00

For 25 years – The Best Parts at the Best Prices. Series II, IIA Best olt Generators Quality! 24 V Spark Plugs RNE647 C-40 type Generator, 2.25 litre P & D...... $ 89.95 *plus $30 core charge RNC355 C-42 type Generator, 2.6 litre, Series IIA...... $ 301.60 New *plus $50 core charge Series 24 Volt Spark Plugs If you own an ex-MoD 24 V Series II, IIA, or III military Land Rover we Fuel have replacement 24 V shielded spark plugs to keep you nice and sparky. Starting Tanks PLH374 24 Volt Spark plugs for Series II, IIA, III 4-cly...... $ 32.00 Beware of inferior imitations! There are a variety of aftermarket tanks Regularly $79.95 at just out there that try and convince you they are better than the original. $259.95! The original design is much stronger and more durable. As low as Series II, IIA, III $179.00 PLC362 (As shown above) Alternators 88” and 109” Regular, Fuel Tank, Petrol & RNE862 Diesel, ProLine ...... $179.00 Range Rover Classic Starters V-Belt Driven, 1987-1992 RNF360 88” and 109” Auxiliary and Military, Fuel Tank, RNE862 Lucas, Rebuilt, 80 amp* ...... $ 259.95 (Includes filler extension tube and fuel cap with gasket) When it’s time for a new starter, RNE855 Magneti Marelli, New, 85 amp ...... $ 624.95 Genuine...... $577.12 we recommend this Genuine unit RNE857 Magneti Marelli, Rebuilt, 85 amp* ...... $ 289.00 from Bosch. Starter is high PLE855 ProLine, New ...... $ 299.00 PLE424 109 Roar Fuel Tank...... $479.00 speed and cold-climate enhanced to help on those chilly mornings. Poly-Belt Driven, 1993-1995 RNE846 Magneti Marelli, New, 100 amp, 4 groove...... $ 599.00 RNE867 Starter Motor, Bosch, High Speed PLE846 ProLine, Alternator, 100 amp, 4 groove, V8...... $ 329.00 Cold-Climate Enhanced (for all RNE863 Magneti Marelli, New, 100 amp, 7 groove 3.5/3.9/4.0/4.2/4.6 litre petrol engines, New...... $ 179.00 from SA647650, 67mm pulley...... $ 574.95 RNF197 Starter Motor, 2.25 & 2.6 litre petrol, Rebuilt...... $ 275.56 PLE863 ProLine, Alternator, 100 amp, 7 groove, New...... $ 359.00 *plus $100 core charge Range Rover P38A PLD294 Starter Motor, 200 & 300 Tdi, New...... $ 509.85 K&N Air Serpentine Belt Driven, 1996 - 1999, 4.0 ltr RNE866 Magneti Marelli, New, 100 amp, Filters 52mm pulley ...... $ 449.95 The last filter your Rover will need! Genuine as low RNE859 Magneti Marelli, Rebuilt* ...... $ 489.00 PLE870 ProLine, New, Range Rover P38A...... $ 399.00 Superior design uses premium oil as $24.95! cotton gauze with wire screening Fuel Discovery Series I allowing maximum air flow with maximum filtration. Easy to clean, Serpentine Belt Driven, 1994 - 1995, 3.9 ltr never needs replacement. RNE863 Magneti Marelli, New, 100 amp, Defender 90/110 Filters 67mm pulley ...... $ 574.95 PLE863 ProLine, New, Discovery I, 3.9 ltr...... $ 359.00 RNF141 Defender 90 and 110...... $ 39.95 RNF861 Series III 1974 on Serpentine Belt Driven, 1996 - 1999, 4.0 ltr Discovery I and II RNF145 Filter Service Kit RNF139 Discovery I ...... $ 53.95 RNE235 2.25 litre petrol, canister type ...... $ 4.68 RNE866 Magneti Marelli, New, 100 amp, RNF144 Discovery II...... $ 55.50 52mm pulley ...... $ 449.95 Range Rover Classic Defender 90/110 RNE859 Magneti Marelli, Rebuilt* ...... $ 489.00 RNF141 RR Classic, 1987-1994...... $ 39.95 RNF861 90, 110 inline with threaded fittings...... $ 24.95 PLE866 ProLine, New, Discovery I, 4.0 ltr...... $ 359.00 RNF139 RR Classic, 1995 ...... $ 53.95 RNC632 2.25 litre petrol, inline w/threaded fittings...... $ 15.34 Range Rover P38A RFF111 2.25 litre petrol, inline (non-genuine) splice in ...... $ 4.68 RNF146 RR P38A, thru ‘98...... $ 62.50 RNC745 2.25 litre diesel...... $ 7.40 RNF144 RR P38A, 1999-2002...... $ 55.50 RNF862 200, 300Tdi Fuel Filter-diesel ...... $ 30.68 RND270 Td5, Fuel Filter ...... $ 65.47 LOW RNF145 K&N Filter Service Kit for all filters ...... $ 12.50 LOW Discovery I RNF861 Genuine – threaded both ends...... $ 24.95 PRICING PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine ...... $ 15.90

Range Rover Classic O2 Sensors RNF133 Genuine Fuel Filter Update Kit (required for early Range Rover up to LA464553) ...... $ 51.70 RNF861 ’87-’95, (threaded both ends), Genuine, SPECIAL .$ 24.95 Defender 90 / 110 PLF861 ‘87-’95, ProLine ...... $ 15.90 RNE029 90/110 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req...... $ 319.95 RNF025 ‘87-90 fuel filter (up to LA464553 PLE029 90/110 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req ...... $ 129.95 without update kit)...... $ 19.50 RND292 90 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req ...... $ 159.00 Discovery I RNE029 3.9 litre, Genuine, 2 req ...... $ 319.95 Air Filters PLE029 3.9 litre, ProLine, 2 req ...... $ 129.95 RND290 4.0 litre, Genuine, 4 req ...... $ 159.95 Great Value! RND292 4.0 litre w/AEL, Genuine, 4 req...... $ 159.00 Discovery II Discovery I RNE910 Front, Genuine, 2 req...... $ 67.95 RNF010 Discovery I Genuine ...... $ 14.95ea RNE892 Rear, Genuine, 2 req...... $ 67.95 Discovery II Range Rover Classic Genuine V8 RNF147 Genuine, All Discovery II models...... $ 16.95ea RNE029 All models, Genuine, 2 req ...... $ 319.95 PLF147 ProLine, All Discovery II models ...... $ 13.95ea PLE029 All models, ProLine, 2 req...... $ 129.95 Ignition Parts at Range Rover Classic Range Rover P38A RNF012 Range Rover Classic 1974-1985, (2 req) ...... $ 10.95ea RND290 ‘95-’97 to VA350101, Front & Rear, Genuine, 4req .$ 159.95 Incredible Savings! RNF950 Range Rover Classic 1987-1994...... $ 9.95ea RND292 ‘97-’98 from VA350102 to WA410481, PLF950 Range Rover Classic 1987-1994...... $ 7.95ea Front & Rear, Genuine, 4 req...... $ 159.00 RNF010 Range Rover Classic 1995 ...... $ 14.95ea RNE893 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Front, Genuine, 2 req...... $ 73.95 RNI001 Distributor Cap, 3.5, 3.9 litre ...... $ 38.41 Range Rover P38A RNE892 ‘99-’02 from XA410482, Rear, Genuine, 2 req...... $ 67.95 RNI002 Distributor Rotor, 3.5, 3.9 litre...... $ 34.95 RNF011 Range Rover P38A 1995-1997...... $ 12.95ea RNE509 Electronic Ignition Coil 3.9 liter...... $ 103.48 RNF147 Range Rover P38A 1998-2002...... $ 16.95ea RNI004 Distributor Spark Plug Wire Set, 3.9 litre...... $ 57.30 Defender RNI019 Distributor Assembly...... $ 720.95 RNF950 NAS 90,110 V8...... $ 9.95ea Genuine RNI024 3 Pin Amplifier ...... $ 129.95 RNH382 200 Tdi Diesel...... $ 25.14ea RNI010 Adapter, 2 to 3 Pin...... $ 37.95 RNH383 300 Tdi Diesel...... $ 38.43ea RNI012 Distributor Clear Plastic Cover...... $ 44.95 RNF147 Td5 Diesel...... $ 16.95ea Oil Filters RNI017 Base Plate With Pick-up Lead...... $ 119.21 RNF001 V8 – All Range Rover Classic, P38A, RNI003 Spark Plug, 3.9 litre...... $ 4.95 Discovery I and II, Defender 90/110...... $ 9.94 Complete V8 Ignition Kits Auto RND503 V8 – 101 Military Forward Control...... $ 18.54 RNK9335 3.9 litre (Includes: Cap, rotor, plug wires, and Transmission RNE589 6 cyl 2.6 litre NADA 109”, petrol...... $ 6.76 spark plugs) ...... $ 165.50 RND504 6 cyl 2.5 litre Freelander, petrol ...... $ 9.05 RNK9336 4.0 litre, ‘94-’95 Discovery I ...... $ 139.95 Filter Kit RND269 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, diesel, engine oil...... $ 19.37 (Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs) as low as RNH251 5 cyl 2.5 litre Td5, Centrifuge element...... $ 24.85 RNK9339 4.0 litre, ‘96-’99 Discovery I ...... $ 124.95 RNF001 4 cyl 2.3, 2.5 litre Defender 90/110, petrol ...... $ 9.94 (Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs) $45.00ea RNF001 4 cyl 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 200 Tdi, 300 Tdi, diesel ...... $ 9.94 RNK9340 4.0 litre, ‘95-’98 RR P38A ...... $ 119.00 Automatic Transmission Filter Service Kit RND505 4 cyl 1.8 litre Freelander, petrol ...... $ 9.00 (Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs) (includes filter, pan gaskets and O-rings) RNE590 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 5.5” canister...... $ 8.84 RNK9341 4.0 litre, ‘99-’02 RR P38A, Discovery II...... $ 269.95 PLK312 ZF Trans. Filter Service Kit, 1987-1999...... $ 45.00 RNE591 4 cyl 2.25 ltr SIIA, III, pet/diesel, 7.5” canister...... $ 9.10 (Includes: Plug wires, and spark plugs) RNK312 Genuine ZF Trans Filter Kit 1987-1999...... $ 65.00 RNE589 4 cyl 2.0 litre Series I, petrol ...... $ 6.76

Prices valid until February 28, 2005 Orders: 1-800-403-7591 © 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA 10 Tech Line: (802) 879-0032 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:30; Sat 8:30-12:30 EST roversnorth.com Take advantage of no middle man Buy Direct and Save! Brake Great Price! New Series II, IIA, III Brake Rotors Brake Drums Calipers and Pads PLB022

PLC534 88 Series III 10” Brake Drum, Genuine ...... $ 49.00 Defender 90/110 PLF300 Defender 90, Front Brake Caliper, RH...... $ 307.97 PLC545 88 Series II, IIA 10” Brake Drum, ProLine ...... $ 49.00 Semi-Metallic // Low Dust // No Noise RNC216 109 Series II, IIA, 2.25ltr thru Suff. G, Genuine...... $ 149.90 PLF301 Defender 90, Front Brake Caliper, LH ...... $ 307.97 RNC504 109 Series IIA, III, 2.25ltr 1971 on, Genuine ...... $ 92.56 PLF200 Defender 110, Front Brake Caliper, RH...... $ 314.95 PLF201 Defender 110, Front Brake Caliper, LH ...... $ 314.95 PLB198 Defender 90, Rear Brake Caliper, RH ...... $ 184.95 PLB208 Series Brake PLB197 Defender 90, Rear Brake Caliper, LH...... $ 184.95 Discovery I Defender 90/110 SAVE! Shoes PLB192 Front Brake Caliper, RH...... $ 249.95 PLB022 Defender 90, ‘94, ‘95, ‘97, Brake Rotor, front ...... $ 49.95ea PLB191 Front Brake Caliper, LH...... $ 249.95 PLB006 Defender 110, ‘93, Brake Rotor, front...... $ 39.95ea 88” and 109” PLB198 Rear Brake Caliper, RH ...... $ 187.50 PLB012 Defender 90, ‘94, ‘95, ‘97, Brake Rotor, rear ...... $ 43.77ea PLB197 Rear Brake Caliper, LH...... $ 187.50 PLF323 Defender 90, ‘94, ‘95, ‘97, Brake Pad Set, front...... $ 39.95ea PLB004 Defender 90, ‘94, ‘95, ‘97, Brake Pad Set, rear...... $ 39.95ea Discovery II (Girling) PLF323 Defender 110, ‘93, Brake Pad Set, front...... $ 39.95ea PLD016 Front Brake Caliper, RH, ProLine...... $ 274.95 Brake Shoes Sold in Axle Sets (enough for 2 wheels) PLD017 Front Brake Caliper, LH, ProLine ...... $ 274.95 Discovery I PLF320 88” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front and rear ...... $ 41.50 PLD005 Rear Brake Caliper, LH, ProLine...... $ 85.95 PLB006 Brake Rotor, front...... $ 39.95ea PLF343 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, front only, 2.25ltr ...... $ 54.95 PLD004 Rear Brake Caliper, RH, ProLine ...... $ 85.95 PLB012 Brake Rotor, rear...... $ 43.77ea PLF321 109” Bonded Shoe Axle Set, rear only, all models.....$ 44.95 PLB208 Brake Pad Set, front...... $ 34.95ea Range Rover Classic PLB004 Brake Pad Set, rear...... $ 39.95ea PLF342 Brake Shoes for handbrake, Series IIA/III...... $ 29.95 PLB014 Front, non-ABS, ‘87-’89 10mm, RH ...... $ 299.95 PLB015 Front, non-ABS, ‘87-’89 10mm, LH...... $ 299.95 Discovery II RND013 Brake Rotor, front, Genuine...... $ 78.26ea Wheel Cylinders for PLB011 Front, ABS/Hunter, 10mm (from LA399973), RH .....$ 275.00 PLB017 Front, ABS/Hunter, 10mm (from LA399973), LH...... $ 275.00 PLD024 Brake Rotor, rear...... $ 49.95ea 88", Series II, IIA, III PLD259 Front, ABS/Hunter, 12mm (from PA637568), RH .....$ 297.95 PLD036 Brake Pad Set, front...... $ 46.95ea In addition to offering Genuine Land PLD258 Front, ABS/Hunter, 12mm (from PA637568), LH...... $ 297.95 PLD242 Brake Pad Set, rear...... $ 32.95ea Rover Wheel Cylinders, we’ve been PLB018 Rear, ABS/Hunter, 10mm (up to PA637567), RH .....$ 254.95 Range Rover Classic able to source out Lucas/Girling wheel PLB010 Rear, ABS/Hunter, 10mm (up to PA637567), LH...... $ 254.95 PLB006 Brake Rotor, ‘87-1989, front...... $ 39.95ea cylinders directly and have passed on the PLB022 Brake Rotor, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995, front...... $ 49.95ea PLB535 PLB198 Rear, ABS/Hunter, 12mm (from PA637568), RH ...... $ 187.50 savings to you! PLB197 Rear, ABS/Hunter, 12mm (from PA637568), LH...... $ 187.50 PLB012 Brake Rotor, ‘87-1995, rear...... $ 43.77ea Check Out These Girling Prices Range Rover P38A (Girling) PLB001 Brake Pad Set, ‘87-1989, front ...... $ 34.95ea RNB535 Front Right, Genuine...... $ 69.95 PLD016 Front Brake Caliper, RH, ProLine...... $ 274.95 PLB208 Brake Pad Set, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995, front ...... $ 34.95ea PLB535 Front Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)...... $ 45.00 PLD017 Front Brake Caliper, LH, ProLine ...... $ 274.95 PLB004 Brake Pad Set, ‘87-1989, rear ...... $ 39.95ea PLB004 Brake Pad Set, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995, rear ...... $ 39.95ea RNB536 Front Left, Genuine ...... $ 69.95 PLD005 Rear Brake Caliper, LH, ProLine...... $ 85.95 Range Rover P38A PLB536 Front Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...... $ 45.00 PLD004 Rear Brake Caliper, RH, ProLine ...... $ 85.95 RNB537 Rear Right, Genuine...... $ 71.76 PLD028 Brake Rotor, front...... $ 65.95ea PLB537 Rear Right, ProLine (Lucas/Girling) ...... $ 49.00 PLD024 Brake Rotor, rear...... $ 49.95ea RNB538 Rear Left, Genuine ...... $ 71.76 PLD036 Brake Pad Set, front...... $ 46.95ea PLB538 Rear Left, ProLine (Lucas/Girling)...... $ 49.00 PLD242 Brake Pad Set, rear...... $ 32.95ea Genuine Series Brake Pipe Kits Rebuilt Brake Insure the most effective operation of your restored brakes with new Calipers – brake lines. Our kits include all metal and rubber hydraulic lines from master cylinder to wheel cylinder for one entire vehicle. including Pads

RNK680 88” Single System, Early Series IIA...... $ 154.00 and Hardware RNK681 109” Single System...... $ 159.50 An affordable alternative to Genuine without sacrificing quality. These RNK682 88” Dual Power, Series IIA...... $ 192.50 Rebuilt Brake Calipers are an incredible value, complete with pads and RNK683 88” Dual Power, Series III ...... $ 185.00 hardware. PLB199 (Please note: $100 core charge for front, $40 core charge for rear.) PLH320 Defender 90/110 Master PLF300R Defender 90, Front Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 94.50 PLF301R Defender 90, Front Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 94.50 Cylinders PLB020R Defender 90, Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 99.75 PLB019R Defender 90, Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 99.75 Brake Pad Fitting Kits Girling Clutch PLF200R Defender 110, Front Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 93.75 Master Cylinders PLF201R Defender 110, Front Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 93.75 Use these Brake Pad Fitting Kits when replacing your worn out pads. PLF285 Discovery I PLB199 Front, solid disc, Defender, Discovery I ...... $ 9.95 Series IIA, III PLB192R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 186.75 PLD161 Front, vented, RR Classic, Defender, Discovery I...... $ 8.50 PLC752 Series IIA CV 88”...... $ 71.00 PLB191R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 186.75 PLH320 Rear, non-vented, Defender, Discovery I...... $ 7.95 PLC753 Series IIA CV 109”...... $ 99.91 PLB019R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 99.75 PLH321 Rear, RR Classic, Defender, Discovery I ...... $ 6.95 PLC454 Series IIA, III, 88”, dual power ...... $ 211.15 PLB020R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, LH...... $ 99.75 PLC762 Series III 109”, dual power...... $ 221.45 Discovery II Defender PLD016R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 141.75 PLF285 Defender 90/110 ...... $ 174.95 PLD017R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 149.95 Lucas Discovery Range Rover Classic PLB200 Discovery I w/ABS...... $ 259.00 PLB014R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘87-1989...... RH ...... $ 189.95 Brake Range Rover Classic PLB015R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘87-1989...... LH...... $ 189.95 PLB172 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Lockeed) ...... $ 195.95 PLB011R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,RH$ 189.95 PLB180 Range Rover Classic, non-ABS (Girling)...... $ 274.00 PLB017R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, ABS & Hunter, ‘90-1995,LH.$ 189.95 Fluid We recommend using Lucas Brake Fluid to PLB019R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘87-1989 ...... RH ...... $ 99.75 protect the rubber seals in your Land PLB020R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘87-1989 ...... LH...... $ 99.75 Rover’s hydraulic system. Girling Clutch Master PLF289 PLB019R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘90-1995 ...... RH ...... $ 99.75 PLB020R Rear Caliper, Rebuilt, ‘90-1995 ...... LH...... $ 99.75 Cylinders at Great GBF4250 Lucas Brake Fluid, 250 ml...... $ 4.00 Range Rover P38A GBF4500 Lucas Brake Fluid, 500 ml...... $ 7.00 Prices – Why Use Anything Else? PLD016R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, RH...... $ 141.75 GBF4100 Lucas Brake Fluid, 1 litre ...... $ 12.00 Series IIA, III PLD017R Front Caliper, Rebuilt, LH ...... $ 149.95 PLC752 Series IIA with independent reservoir...... $ 71.00 PLF289 Series IIA with integral reservoir...... $ 71.07 Defender Genuine Range Rover PLF289 Defender 90/110 ...... $ 71.07 Discovery Vented P38A & RND939 Discovery I ...... $ 138.78 Steel Discovery II Girling Clutch RND627 “Wolf” 16x7 Genuine Slave Cylinders Wheels Steel Wheels The absolute strongest wheel you Series IIA, III can bolt onto your Land Rover. Designed Vented Steel Range PLB599 Series IIA...... $ 69.95 for extreme off road use. Will fit Series II, IIA, Rover P38A and Disco PLC535 Series III ...... $ 49.00 III, D90/110, Range Rover Classic, and Discovery I. Don’t be fooled by II Wheels Defender lesser quality imitations. Buy a set of four or five and save even more! Range Rover 16x7 steel wheels. Perfect for a set of dedicated off-road RNE222 Defender V8 ...... $ 59.95 tires. Finished in silver. RND627 Defender Tdi ...... $ 92.45 RNW216 New, finished in black...... $ 89.00 ea RNW216/4 Set of four “Wolf” Wheels..SPECIAL!...... $ 339.00 ea RND260 Steel Road Wheel - RR P38A & Disco II, 16x7...... $ 159.95 ea RND493 Defender Td5 ...... $ 64.46 RND260/4 Set of four Steel Road Wheels...... $ 619.00 ea Discovery RNW216/5 Set of five “Wolf” Wheels..SPECIAL!...... $ 395.00 ea RNS066 Steel Wheel Lug Nuts ...... $ 2.36 ea. RND260/5 Set of five Steel Road Wheels...... $ 749.00 ea RND627 Discovery V8...... $ 92.45 RNS066 Steel Wheel Lug Nuts ...... $ 2.36 ea. Prices valid until February 28, 2005 © 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA Orders: 1-800-403-7591 roversnorth.com Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:30; Sat 8:30-12:30 EST Tech Line: (802) 879-0032 11

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RNH266 RND225 Update your Discovery I rubber centered rear propshaft to a more rugged Genuine four bolt flanged Propshafts propshaft. Kit includes; new propshaft, flange, rear seal and all hardware shown at right.

PLK4100 ProLine Discovery I Rear Propshaft Update Kit ...... $ 299.00 RNF315 Series II, IIA, III 88 & 109, front ...... $ 310.96 Discovery I Propshaft RND472 Range Rover Classic, 3.9/4.2ltr, front...... $ 499.00 PLD665 Discovery II front ...... $ 429.00 Update Kit Trailer Hitch Kits PLD473 Range Rover & Discovery I, rear ...... $ 229.00 RNH266 for Discovery I, II and Range Rover Classic includes tow bar, 1 7/8” ball, 2” ball, ball cover, locking hitch pin and 2 safety chains. RND225 for Range Rover P38A includes heavy duty tow bar, 1 7/8” ball, 2” ball, 2 5/8” ball, ball cover, locking hitch pin and 2 safety chains. RNT012 RNH266 Trailer Hitch Kit, Discovery I and II, RR Classic.....$ 119.95 RND225 Trailer Hitch Kit, Range Rover P38A ...... $ 149.95 Genuine Trailer Wiring Kits Our Genuine Trailer Wiring and Hitch Kits will get the job done, unlike after market parts that are incomplete and cause electrical problems. Our Genuine Trailer Wiring Kit includes: converter box, Genuine Rebuilt receptacle, 4-prong receptacle and all necessary wiring and hardware for easy installation. RNE849 Discovery I ...... $No Hassle 169.00 Gearboxes RND241 Discovery II...... $Get it right 195.00 RNE849 Range Rover Classic ...... $with Genuine 169.00 RND170 Range Rover P38A ...... $ 199.95 RNT020 Transfer Boxes Defender RNT015 Transfer Gearbox, LT230, Remanufactured ...... $1,450.00 Range Rover Classic ‘87-’88/ Discovery I RNT012 Transfer Gearbox, LT230, NEW, Genuine...... $2,795.00 RNT015 Transfer Gearbox, LT230, Remanufactured ...... $1,450.00 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I, Defender Transfer Gearbox, Core charge...... $ 300.00 RNT002 Gearbox Assembly, ZF Automatic, Rebuilt...... $ 2,525.00 RNH252 Range Rover Classic ‘89-’95 RNH375 R380, 5-speed standard, Defender, Genuine, Rebuilt...... $ 2,165.00 RNT019 Transfer Gearbox, Borg Warner, Rebuilt ...... $2,363.85 RNH376 LT95, 4-speed standard, D110, RRC, Genuine, Rebuilt...... $ 2,388.92 Transfer Gearbox, Core charge...... $ 300.00 Genuine Discovery II Range Rover P38A / Discovery II Tow Hitch Receiver RNH363 Transfer Gearbox, ...... $2,449.00 Turn your Discovery II into a towing machine with this Genuine Tow Increase Hitch Receiver. If your Discovery II doesn’t currently have a receiver, your road this is the one for you. Easily bolts onto your frame without drilling. AMAZING Instructions and all necessary hardware are included. Wiring harness PRICING speed by additional. Water 32% RNH252 Discovery II Tow Hitch Receiver...... $ 287.50 RND241 Discovery II Trailer Wiring Harness ...... $ 195.00 Pumps Genuine Series IIA, III RNF334 2.25 liter 4 cyl petrol and diesel, Range Rover Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 134.16 High-Ratio Series IIA, III Transfer Box RNC348 2.25 liter petrol, Military, Water Pump, Genuine....$ 234.59 Pre-assembled, ready to bolt in. Includes transmission brake assem- P38A Defender 90/110 bly. Increases your road speed by 32% with no change in low range RNC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 204.95 performance! Eliminates the need for an overdrive for quieter, more Tow Bracket PLC011 ‘93-1995 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine ...... $ 139.00 reliable road performance. Normal high ratio is 1.148:1, New Hi-Ratio If your Range Rover P38A didn’t RNC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 189.95 Modified is 0.781:1, low range ratio is unchanged. Entire transferbox come with a tow bracket or yours PLC052 ‘97 D90 NAS, Water Pump, ProLine...... $ 149.00 assembly is rebuilt including all new bearings, seals and gaskets. has rusted out, order a new today. Easily bolts onto your frame without RNF361 2.5 petrol and diesel N.A., Water Pump, Genuine.$ 263.64 Not compatible with external overdrive or PTO. drilling. Wiring harness additional. RNH257 200 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine ...... $ 309.26 HRT1002 Hi-Ratio Transfer Box with brake assembly...... $ 1,395.00 RNH349 Range Rover P38A Tow Hitch Receiver...... $ 61.56 RNH258 300 Tdi diesel, Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 88.40 RND170 Range Rover P38A Trailer Wiring Harness ...... $ 199.95 RNH360 Td5 diesel, Water Pump, Genuine ...... $ 150.51 Discovery I ‘94-1999 CV Joints RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 189.95 For ABS and non-ABS Recovery Hitch and PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine ...... $ 149.00 Receiver Adapter for RNA082 Discovery II ‘00-2002 RNC052 Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 189.95 all NAS Land Rovers PLC052 Water Pump, ProLine ...... $ 149.00 Our Receiver Adapter (RNA082) allows recovery Range Rover Classic ‘87-1995 Defender 90/110 and tow hitches to be mounted to your Land RNC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, Genuine ...... $ 204.95 PLD201 Defender 90, 1997...... $ 129.95ea Rover’s Class III rear receiver. The Recovery PLC011 ‘87-1994, Water Pump, ProLine...... $ 139.00 PLD301 Defender 110, 1993...... $ 199.00ea Hitch (RNF408) can be mounted front or rear to RNC052 ‘95, Water Pump, Genuine...... $ 189.95 Discovery I handle a snatch strap, chain or winch cable. PLC052 ‘95, Water Pump, ProLine ...... $ 149.00 RND201 CV Joint, Genuine ...... $ 314.62ea Range Rover P38A ‘95-2002 Expedition-proven in the Camel Trophy. Special RNF408 PLD201 CV Joint, ProLine...... $ 129.95ea superior grade mounting hardware and galva- RNC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, Genuine ...... $ 189.95 Discovery II nized backing plate included. PLC052 ‘95-2002, Water Pump, ProLine...... $ 149.00 RND673 CV Joint, Genuine ...... $ 398.84ea Range Rover Classic RNA082 Receiver Adapter, fits all NAS Land Rovers...... $ 49.00 RNX004 Suffix A axles only, CV Joint, Genuine ...... $ 272.00ea RNF408 Recovery Hitch...... $ 69.50 RNX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on,CV Joint, Genuine...... $ 374.53ea Genuine PLX005 ‘89 Suffix B axle on, CV Joint, ProLine ...... $ 125.95ea RNX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, Genuine ...... $ 495.49ea Hub Seal Kits PLX001 1990-’95 w/ABS, CV Joint, ProLine...... $ 214.95ea Series and Defender RNH110 Includes Genuine hub seal, hub gasket, hub Range Rover P38A Class III Receivers seal race and locker for hub nut. RND673 CV Joint, Genuine ...... $ 398.84ea Series II, IIA, and III Perfect for towing or recovery. Bolts onto rear RNK552 Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req)...... $ 20.00ea frame member. Can be incorporated with pintel style hitch. Includes Defender 90/110 Genuine Discovery I mounting hardware. Also available in a front receiver for a Defender. RNK5623 Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req)...... $ 6.99ea Rear Door Latch Kit RNA084 All Series models except Military Discovery I Has your latch completely rusted out from and 109 Station Wagon , rear ...... $ 206.96 RNK5623 Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req)...... $ 6.99ea salt and corrosion? Replace it with our RNA086 Military 88 and 109 only, rear...... $ 206.96 Range Rover Classic Genuine rear door latch kit. Our exclusive RNA087 109 Station Wagon only, rear...... $ 206.96 RNK5621 1987-’89, Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ...... $ 34.95ea kit includes the replacement assembly, RNH110 Defender 90/110, except Td5, rear...... $ 202.80 RNK5622 1990-’92, Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ...... $ 7.19ea gasket, clips, bolts and washers as shown. RNA091 Defender 90/110, Td5 only, rear...... $ 206.96 RNK5623 1993-’95, Seal Kit, Genuine (4 req) ...... $ 6.99ea RNK8361 Discovery I Rear Door Latch Kit...... $ 125.00 RNA085 Defender 90/110, front...... $ 206.96 Prices valid until February 28, 2005 Orders: 1-800-403-7591 © 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA 12 Tech Line: (802) 879-0032 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:30; Sat 8:30-12:30 EST roversnorth.com View the largest selection of parts & accessories at www.roversnorth.com

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 as shown. Proline kits use genuine seals, gaskets and grease as shown.

Defender 90 RNK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint...... $355.00 PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ...... $175.00

Defender 110 RNK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint...... $545.00 PLK4021 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ...... $219.00

Discovery RNK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Genuine CV Joint...... $355.00 PLK4020 CV Joint Kit w/ Proline CV Joint ...... $175.00

Genuine Remanufactured Military 2.25 litre 4 Cylinder Steering RNS004 Petrol Engines for Series II, IIA, III RNH371 Remanufactured Direct from the British Army, these are absolutely complete, ready to bolt in engines. Military 2.25 Boxes Assemblies include twin fan belt components and heavy duty oil cooler facilities with all liter engine for Replace your worn out steering box with 12V components installed down to the spark plugs. These military engines are shipped Series II, IIA, III a new or rebuilt (exchange) one. If you’re just as the Army installs them. We cannot guarantee that they are 8:1 compression or 7:1 seeing a puddle of steering fluid on your compression or whether they are equipped with Stellite valves and seats for long term garage floor, or your steering wheel is use of unleaded fuel. Each one will be inspected prior to shipment so you can choose starting to wander, now is the time to invest in a new one. between a generator or alternator and a IIA or Series III pressure plate. Because of this Closeout Buy from super low price a 90 day guarantee applies. Please understand the supply is limited. Defender 90/110, Discovery I & II, the British Military Range Rover Classic RNH371 Remanufactured Military 2.25 litre petrol Engine...... $ 2,799.00 Super low price! RNS004 Steering Box, new ...... $ 495.00 RNS111 Steering Box, exchange* ...... $ 324.95 Discovery II & Range Rover P38A RND897 Discovery II Steering Box, new...... $ 591.00 RND870 P38A Steering Box, exchange*, up to VA375483...$ 863.26 RND872 P38A Steering Box, exchange*, from VA375483 ...$ 925.96 *Core charge of $275.00 refunded when old steering box is returned.

Rovers North 2.25 ltr Series Performance Engine for 2.25ltr Fuel Series II, IIA, III Complete engine assembly, ready to drop in, includes all compo- Pump nents listed above. We start with a remanufactured military engine, strip it completely down and rebuild it, carrying out extra machining RNE568 Rovers steps to the crankshaft, block, pistons and connecting rod assem- North Performance blies. We then replace the cylinder head with one of our custom 8:1 Engine for Series performance unleaded assemblies, resulting in a smoother, easier II, IIA, III revving engine with noticeably improved performance. RNE568 RN 2.25 litre Performance Engine SPECIAL! ONLY $ 39.50 for Series II, IIA, III...... $4,050.80 Series 2.25ltr PLC349 Fuel Pump, 2.25ltr. petrol, SPECIAL...... $ 39.50 RNB640 Fuel Pump gasket...... $ 1.99

Protect YOUR LAND ROVER From Corrosion

Waxoyl Professional Protection Made in Switzerland to meet the toughest European standards, Waxoyl products are now available through Rovers North in convenient DIY large 500ml aerosol cans. Perfect for your underbody, chassis and interior body cavities as well. Give your Land Rover the attention it ATTENTION deserves. clubs and shop RNW5004 120-4 Rust Inhibitor Protection 500ml, interior body cavity & chassis...... $ 15.95* RNW5006 Hardwax Underbody Protection 500ml, exterior chassis & underside...... $ 16.95* Call for Information RNW5009 Cream Wax - Pure Carnauba 0.5 liter, exterior paint finish & protection...... $ 23.95 RNW5010 100+ Paint Sealant Sponge. This easy to use high polymer formula sponge on our professional is designed to shield your paint finish against fading, oxidation and industrial fall-out. One application stands up to over100 car washes...... $ 14.95 waxoyl RNW5118K Magic Clay System. Includes one Clay Bar, one liter of Moisturizer, and application spray bottle ...... $ 39.95 application kits RNW5019 Magic Clay Bar (one bar) ...... $ 27.50 RNW5020 Magic Clay Moisturizer (one liter) ...... $ 14.95 *SAVE 10% on cases of 12 - please inquire!

Your Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit New Floor Panels for for Range Rover Classics Discovery & Range Rover Classic

LRD147L Discovery I Outer Sill Replacement

This do it yourself kit is designed as a permanent and economical fix for your rusty tail gate lid. Kit includes corrosion proof aluminum frame pieces finished in matte black, hardware and instructions. PLH514 All Aluminum Tailgate Lid Kit for Range Rover Classic ...... $ 499.00 Have you looked under your carpets lately? Land Rover door seals are prone to water leaks, which get absorbed Give your Discovery I a “dash-fix” in minutes! by your carpets and floor insulation. This provides an ideal environ- with our Genuine Dash Repair Kit. ment for mold and corrosion, which will lead to your steel floors pre- maturely rotting out. These new replacement floor panels are pat- terned as an exact replacement for your inner sills and floor sections, making for a quick and accurate weld-in repair. Replace your rusty and rotted out Land Rover sills and floors with our new replacement body parts. Discovery I Sill Replacement Parts LRD147L Discovery I Inner sill Replacement...... LH...... $119.00 LRD147R Discovery I Inner sill Replacement...... RH ...... $119.00 LRD146L Discovery I Outer sill Replacement ...... LH...... $129.00 Discovery I Genuine Dash Repair Kit LRD146R Discovery I Outer sill Replacement ...... RH ...... $129.00 If your curled Discovery I dash wasn’t fixed under warranty, now is the time. Our Genuine Range Rover Classic Sill Replacement Parts Dash Repair Kit allows you to make your dash look like new, in minutes. Available in black RR124L RR Classic Inner sill Replacement...... LH...... $119.00 only; may be painted. 90˚ angle drill suggested for installation, but not necessary. Kit includes RR124R RR Classic Inner sill Replacement...... RH ...... $119.00 screws and instructions. RR121L RR Classic Outer sill Replacement ...... LH...... $129.00 RR121R RR Classic Outer sill Replacement ...... RH ...... $129.00 RNH253K Discovery I Dash Repair Kit, black ...... $ 22.00

Range Rover Classic Tailgate Bottom Repair Section The backbone of your Land Rover is it’s chassis. Start with a new Rovers North heavy duty chassis, made for us by Marsland in England! Our new, hot-dipped, fully galvanized Series II, IIA, and III Close up chassis are machined to original Land Rover detail specifications and include reinforced front horns, auxiliary fuel tank bracket, and hangers for left and or right exhaust, all at the same price as a standard chassis.

88” Series II, IIA, III RNE416 Civilian 88” New Galvanized Chassis ...... $ 1,690.00 109” Regular Series II, IIA, III, 2.25 litre RNE412 Civilian 109” New Galvanized Chassis ...... $ 2,860.00 Range Rover Classic Tailgate Bottom Repair Section 109” Station Wagon Series II, IIA, III, 2.25 ltr RXM1005 RR Classic Tailgate Bottom Replacement ...... $ 119.00 RNE413 Civilian 109” Station Wagon New Galv Chassis...... $ 2,695.00

Rovers North Front Differential Guard Essential protection for off-road use. Anodized Rovers North Skid Plate Steel guard clamps onto the front axle housing Made from heavy duty 10mm aluminum alloy with and protects the front differential from the most galvanized steel brackets, this skid plate is strong and common off-road hazards. corrosion proof, yet lightweight. Drain holes help prevent moisture build-up. Designed to protect your DIFF01AA Range Rover Classic & Discovery I ...... $115.00 steering and front axle housing from off-road hazards. DIFF02 Discovery II (non-ACE only)...... $195.00

RNA4111 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I ...... $ 429.00 DIFF03 Range Rover P38A Front ...... $195.00 RNA4117 Discovery II...... $ 429.00 DIFF04 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I Rear...... $115.00

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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 (printable 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 . . $ 539.00 RNA1115 Range Rover Classic Mantec Raised Air Intake ...... $ 425.00 RNA1002 Defender90/110 NAS Mantec Raised Air Intake ...... $ 449.00 RNA2002TDI Defender Td5 Mantec Raised air Intake . $ 350.00 RNA1119 Freelander V6 Mantec Raised Air Intake $ 439.00 RNA1003 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. Southdown USA Anodized Steel Skid Plates (Not shown.) Steel Finish Yellow Finish RNA1012 Wading Kit, Tdi, V8...... $ 141.63 (1) Front Steering Guard Kit RNAST02 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I...... $ 397.00 ...... $ 427.00 Sill Protectors RNAST04 Range Rover P38A ...... $ 458.00 ...... $ 488.00 The best available. MANTEC’s robust sill RNAST03 Discovery II...... $ 448.00 ...... $ 478.00 protectors prevent damage to body work during (2) Front Axle Guard Kit offroading adventures. Convenient receptacles RNAFA02 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I ...... $ 428.00 ...... $ 458.00 allow use of Jackall adapter for recovery when RNAFA03 Discovery II (non-ACE only)...... $ 425.00 ...... $ 455.00 high centered or for changing tires. Includes all RNAFA04 Front Axle Guard RR P38A ...... $ 419.00 ...... $ 449.00 necessary hardware and installation instructions. (3) Rear Differential Guard Kit May not be compatible with factory or after RNARA04 Rear Diff RR Classic & Discovery I...... $ 260.00...... $ 290.00 market steps. RNARA05 Rear Diff Guard Kit 38A...... $ 260.00...... $ 290.00 RNARA03 Rear Diff Discovery II (non-ACE only) ...... $ 260.00...... $ 290.00 RNA1117A RNA1117A Discovery II Sill Protectors...... $ 549.00 RNA1001 Defender 90 Sill Protectors...... $ 299.00 (4) Fuel Tank Guard Kit Convenient Jackall (no jack points on 110 version) RNAFT02 Range Rover Classic & Discovery I...... $ 395.00 ...... $ 425.00 adapter receptacles RNAFT04 Range Rover P38A Guard Kit ...... $ 363.00 ...... $ 433.00 RNAFT03 Discovery II Guard Kit ...... $ 428.00 ...... $ 458.00 RNAFT01 Defender 90 Guard Kit...... $ 295.00 ...... $ 325.00 Swingaway Wheel Carrier

The best tire carrier we’ve found. If you use your rear door even occasionally, you’ll appreciate how this tire carrier (1) makes access to the cargo area much easier and takes the stress and weight off of your rear door hinges. Heavy duty tubular steel construction and hinge hardware, zinc phosphated and black polyester-coated. Includes instructions RNAST02 Steering Guard RR Classic & Discovery I and all necessary hardware for installation. Will fit Series II, IIA, III, Defender 90/110. RNA2550 MANTEC Swingaway Tire Carrier...... $ 514.80 RNA2550 (2) Underbody Protection Mechanical components under the body of your Land Rover experience some of the most damaging treat- ment from off-road travel. MANTEC’s protective guards are designed to protect your vehicle from unseen RNAFA02 Front Axle Guard RR Classic & Discovery I and unavoidable problems, allowing you to concentrate on driving. Out of sight should not be out of mind!

MANTEC Steering Guard Protect your steering control rods when the going gets tough. Constructed of alloy fitted to a steel frame. All hardware and fitting instructions included. RNARA04 Range RNA7002 MANTEC Steering Guard, Defender 90/110, Series III...... $ 349.00 Rover Classic, RNA7005 MANTEC Steering Guard, Discovery I, Range Rover Classic ...$ 375.00 Discovery I Rear (3) RNA7007 MANTEC Steering Guard, Discovery II...... $ 395.00 Differential Guard, Steel Finish

RNAFT01 Fuel Tank Guard Discovery II

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RNA7002

Genuine Hinge Billet Aluminum Replacement Kit Door Hinge Kits

Land Rover has designed a new, non-corrosive alloy for both hinges and bolts to prevent rust for good! Kit includes hinges as well as all necessary bolts, nuts, washers, gaskets, clips, and a can of touch-up spray paint (not shown; specify color).

RNK8060 Defender 90/Series II/III 88” Genuine Hinge Kit ...... $ 249.00 RNK8061 Defender 110/Series II/III 109” Genuine Hinge Kit ...... $ 459.00 (includes all hardware for additional doors and rear gate) Solid precision machined corrosion proof Billet Aluminum Door Hinges with stainless steel pivot pin and bushings by Motor Source. Each door hinge assembly is supplied with stainless steel attachment hardware, nylon washers and replacement fastners for door interior panel. Top hinges are drilled to accept Defender mirror. Will replace all Rovers North front and side door hinges on all Series II, IIA III, 90 and 110 Land Rovers. RNA8060A Door Hinge Set 90, 88...... $ 499.00 Air Conditioning Kits for Front and side door hinge kit with stainless steel hardware for all 88, 109, 90 and 110 2 door models. (4 hinge assemblies) Defender 90/110 RNA8061A Door Hinge Set 110, 109...... $ 749.00 Cool Down That Defender. Update your Defender with the latest Front and side door hinge kit with stainless steel hardware for all 109, 110 and 130 R134A Air Conditioning system as supplied on 2004 Defenders. Our exclusive Air station wagon and 4 door models (8 hinge assemblies) Conditioning Kit for Defenders incorporates many improved components and features, including better ventilation and blower capacity for a faster, colder air. RNK8181 Stainless Steel Hardware Kit D90 Soft Top...... $ 249.00 Superior Range Rover-style vent covers and swivelling louvered vents for Front door hinge hardware, rear tailgate hardware, rear frame member hardware and footwells deliver cold air where you need it the most. Stronger switch gear and wing top air vent hardware, all in one kit. Does not include NAS Safari Cage hardware redesigned sleeker one-piece fascia hold up to the elements. Includes: lower dash fascia unit, blowers, compressor, lines, hoses, fittings, pulley, tensioner, belt, evaporator, condenser and fan unit, receiver-drier, all hardware and fitting RNK8182 Stainless Steel Hardware Kit D90 Station Wagon...... $ 239.00 instructions. Front door hinge hardware, rear door hardware, tire mount hardware, rear frame member hardware and wing top air vent hardware, all in one kit. (Also will fit Ser. III 88 RNAC39 Defender 90 NAS V8, 3.9 litre ...... $ 2,595.00 hard tops) Does not include NAS Safari Cage hardware RNAC40 Defender 90 NAS V8, 4.0 litre ...... $ 2,595.00 RNAC300 Defender 90/110 300 Tdi, 2.5 litre ...... $ 2,595.00 RNK8183 Stainless Steel Hardware Kit 110 Station Wagon ...... $ 399.00 RNAC500 Defender 90/110 Td5, 2.5 litre ...... $ 2,595.00 Front and side door hinge hardware, rear door hardware, tire mount hardware, rear frame member hardware and wing top air vent hardware, all in one kit. (Also will fit Ser. III 109 Station Wagons) Does not include NAS Safari Cage hardware Rovers North Radiator Muffs • Increase in your heater’s output • Quicker warm-up • Reduced engine stress In the snowbelt, this simple accessory will make a big difference in a Land Rover’s winter performance. By controlling the airflow through the radiator in freezing weather, the engine can run at its optimum operating temperature. This means reduced engine wear and increased heater output. We have developed this radiator muff exclusively for our customers and we believe it is the finest one you will find. Made of heavy Cordura® Nylon with sturdy fasteners for a secure fit and long life. RNM0001 Early Series IIA ...... $ 41.50 RNM0002 Late Series IIA ...... $ 41.50 RNM0003 Series III ...... $ 41.50 RNM0004 Defender 90, 110...... $ 41.50 RNM0005 Air Portable...... $ 46.80 RNM0006 Defender 90/110 Stainless Grille...... $ 41.50

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Getting you the parts you need when you need them Cargo Tire Covers and Fitted Rear Tire Covers

Land Rover Elephant RNCCLRA Cargo Cover, standard . . . . . $ 139.00 RNCCEA Cargo Cover, standard ...... $ 139.00 RNCCLRB Cargo Cover, large ...... $ 149.00 RNCCEB Cargo Cover, large ...... $ 149.00 RNE387A Tier Cover, standard ...... $ 99.00 RNTCEA Tier Cover, standard ...... $ 99.00 RNE386B Tier Cover, large ...... $ 119.00 RNTCEB Tier Cover, large ...... $ 119.00

Cargo Tire Cover shown open with zippered flap for easy access, and (inset) shown zipped closed.

Choose from our two styles of high quality rear tire covers. Keep your recovery gear organized and handy with our innovative Cargo Tire Cover. It is designed with three large storage pockets under the zippered flap to allow easy access to your gear when you need it. Or choose our fitted Rear Tire Cover to protect your spare tire from the elements. Both styles are made of thick, durable black vinyl with elastic back to ensure a snug fit. Choose the Land Rover Logo or one of our Safari themes shown. Covers with suffix A fit original equipment Tiger Rhino standard tire sizes 205/80x18”, 235/70x16”, 255/75x18”. Covers with suffix B fit RNCCTA Cargo Cover, standard ...... $ 139.00 RNCCRA Cargo Cover, standard...... $ 139.00 larger than standard tire sizes 245/75x16”, 750x16”, 235/85x16” and 265/75x16” RNCCTB Cargo Cover, large ...... $ 149.00 RNCCRB Cargo Cover, large...... $ 149.00 RNTCTA Tier Cover, standard ...... $ 99.00 RNTCRA Tier Cover, standard ...... $ 99.00 RNTCTB Tier Cover, large ...... $ 119.00 RNTCRB Tier Cover, large ...... $ 119.00

Genuine Rubber Floor Mats Genuine black rubber mats are simply the best. The passenger side has extra material and templates for cutting to fit. Raised perimeter and deep tread trap a surprising amount of mud and water. The best fit! Hose down to clean. Defender 90, 110 RNI067 Front Mats...... $ 118.98 RNI070 Defender 110, Middle Footwell...... $ 92.56 Discovery I RNA626 Three Piece Footwell Set ...... $ 165.00 Discovery II RNA676 Three Piece Footwell Set ...... $ 162.50 RNA708 Front Pair...... $ 89.95 Range Rover Classic 4 Pc. Set RNA624 ‘87-1995 100”...... $ 119.00 Range Rover P38A RND220 Front and Rear Set...... $ 175.00 88” Series on Safari RNCCSA Cargo Cover, standard ...... $ 139.00 RNCCSB Cargo Cover, large ...... $ 149.00 RNTCSA Tier Cover, standard ...... $ 99.00 RNTCSB Tier Cover, large ...... $ 119.00

Fits Discovery I and II! Defender Radio Facia Kit Install a Radio or CB in your Dash!

Discovery Cup Holders Fits both Discovery I and II (up to ‘02). These Genuine Land Rover cup holders are the perfect addition to your interior. They feature a slip-in Defender 90 / 110 / 130 molded insert for smaller drinks and have a non-slip bottom to keep the Keep your eyes on the road. Makes for easy tuning and adjustments while driving. Can be used for a separate CB spills to a minimum. Easily installed with supplied screws. installation too. RND490 Genuine Cup Holder Set, beige ...... $ 54.95 RNH512 Defender Radio Facia Kit...... $ 37.68 RND491 Genuine Cup Holder Set, smokestone ...... $ 54.95

Get the look, style and improved visibility for less money than replacing your original Discovery I headlamps.

RNK9921 Stand out with clear front corner lamps for Discovery I 1994 -1998 ...... $ 125.00 Lamp assemblies with new spring retainers, gaskets, bulb holders and amber bulbs. Takes only Minutes to install and requires no tools. RNK9922 Clear side lamp for Discovery I 1994-1998. . . . . $ 19.00 Set includes 2 genuine clear lenses with amber bulbs. RNK9923 Discovery II headlamp upgrade kit for Discovery I 1994-1998 ...... $ 129.00 Kit includes 2 genuine land rover head lamp assemblies with H4 halogen bulbs

A easy step by step guide on how to update your 1994-1999 Discovery with Discovery II Headlamps and our new clear corner lamps with matching clear side lamps. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

The original lights are dull and dated. Locate the large wire ring behind the Unplug its wire connector by pressing Locate the 3 plastic adjustable Time to replace them with a bright and corner lamp and pull upward. This down on the plastic lever and pulling fasteners on the back of the headlamp. stylish lights. To start raise the bonnet releases the corner lamp from its apart. Rotate their plastic ears to line up with and secure with prot rod. mounting for easy removal. the slotted cut outs in the inner panel.. Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8

When all 3 are aligned, gently lift out the Next remove the 3 adjustable fasteners from Take care to install them in the same Next fit the corner lamp into position. head lamp. Unplug the wire leads from the the back of the headlamp. Take care not to location to avoid changing alignment. Plug in its wire lead and pull the large back of the headlamp unit. The large rotate the fastener on the threaded stud as Reconnect headlamp wires and fit the wire ring into position. This will contour plug is high and low beam. The this will change your highlamp alignment. headlamp to the inner panel. Then rotate the securely fasten the corner lamp. small bottom plug is your parking light. Simply unsnap the threaded stud from the plastic fasteners to their lock position. This old headlamp and snap it into the new will securely fasten the headlamp. headlamp. . Step 9 Step 10 Step 11

Pop out side lamp using hand pressure. Fit new clear lamp onto bulb holder and Test directionals, parking lights, low beam and hi beam lights to ensure all lamp assemblies Remove light bulb and replace with new press back into the body panel. are functioning correctly. For optimal results have your headlamps professionally aligned. amber bulb. This easily done by any service facility with standard alignment equipment.

Rovers North Attends National Rally This year's Land Rover National Rally, Sept. 14-18, put on by the Solihull Society, based in Colorado, was held in spectacular Moab, Utah. Rovers North's Mark Letorney and Mike Koch met dozens of enthusiasts and Rovers North friends at the event. Fabulous weather helped make the off-roading unforgettable. Mike Koch jumped in and out of the Land Rovers owned by Carol Samons, Hans Schulze, and Keith Tanner to record the event for enthusiasts around the world. As Mark and Mike noted, "connecting with Land Rover enthusiasts who don't live in New England is a real plus in attending an event like this. The Solihull Society did a terrific job organizing the meet and we look forward to attending next year's rally." Putting the air conditioning and cup Keith Tanner leads the way on Metal holders through their paces on cliff Masher in his IIA through the desert hanger in the searing desert heat. heat.

Paul Von Klosst - Dohn tackling cliff Bill Burke supervises the twist off competition on vendor night. Carol Samons maneuvers her D90 hanger with Hans Schulze spotting. through a technical portion of Poison Spider.

Winter driving in the north involves challenging, potentially Wealthy suburbanites snapped up Range Rovers to wrap Behind The dangerous situations. Snow and ice, sleet, freezing rain, black some of that safari mojo around their excursions to the mall. ice and high winds can play havoc with travel plans. Whether Competitors dope slapped themselves for failing to realize that Steering Wheel commuting to work or embarking on a fun trip, you have to drive the concept of a “luxury car” could be redefined so radically.” differently this time of year. No Land Rover can overcome the laws of physics, but it’s like having a powerful defense lawyer The Range Rover concept morphed into the SUR leviathan, by your side. Four wheel drive, permanent or selected, can help exemplified by the Lincoln Navigator or Cadillac Escalde. These you go in a straight line much more accurately and effectively became an objects of derision and satire in the ‘90’s. than a rear or front wheel drive vehicle, but it won’t stop you Unfortunately, the Range Rover and its cousins, such as the any faster. It should steer you more effectively but it won’t Discovery models, found themselves linked together with these preclude you from taking yourself into a ditch. If you’re lucky, overweight station wagon/trucks. though, you’ll be able to drive right out of it. That’s one reason why people love their Land Rovers. The problem for Land Rover lay in the numbers. In 1999, Land Rover sold 29,380 vehicles in the U.S. In 2003, that number had Several years ago, the purchase of my Land Rover worked risen to 39,035 - an impressive growth but, compared to the against me. While on a work assignment one winter I stayed at competition, production levels closer to Morgan than a bed and breakfast in a rural town. A snow storm began that Mercedes. For corporate parent Ford to justify putting money night and when I woke up I found several inches on the ground into the marque, it must increase the volume of production and and many more hanging about in the air, being blown about by sales. gusty winds. The old Victorian building proved quite comfortable and the breakfast rivaled the best I had enjoyed in Matthew Taylor, the head of Land Rover worldwide, has noted By Jeffrey Aronson England. As the only guest present, the proprietress suggested that “Land Rover launched seven products in its first 54 years. to her husband that permitting me to drive away might be Since 2002, we’ll be bringing five new products in six years.” At A great television ad came to mind this month I sat in my ‘66 dangerous and that perhaps I should be made to stay another the end of this cycle, Mr. Taylor says, what had been a two Series II-A. Staples, the office products retailer, took the night. I quite liked the idea myself. The proprietor looked over vehicle (Discovery and Range Rover) North American lineup Christmas pop hit “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and the top of his newspaper and spied my Land Rover, buried in a several years ago, before the advent of the compact Freelander used the background music for a back to school ad. While two snowdrift behind the house. “No, he’ll be fine. Look at his model, will become a five model lineup. Those models will children stared angrily at the camera, a happy father runs up car - it’s a Land Rover.” Damn! They sent me out into the include: The Range Rover, the LR3, an updated Freelander and and down the aisles shopping for back-to-school goods. It’s his blizzard and I had a slow, unnerving drive of 4 hours back home. two more vehicles as yet not officially defined. “most wonderful time of the year.” As I write this column, we’ve already had snow in northern New One will be a new product between Range Rover and the LR3 As a Christmas song, though, the saccharin nature of the tune England and have a prediction of 5-10 inches in some regions that will represent “a much more sporty Land Rover,” Mr. Taylor brings out the curmudgeon in me. The treacle inherent in the for this very night. To echo our presidential candidates, “Bring it says. The other, he says, will likely represent a response to the tune, the slavish lathering of joy - Bah Humbug! Then I hear “Oh On!” challenge of bringing back to the U.S. a vehicle with Defender’s the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, and military/safari look and extreme off-road capabilities, since we’ve no place to go, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It repackaged in a modern chassis with up-to-date safety and Snow!” It’s a perfectly atrocious piece of pop, musical drek, It’s been often noted that in many parts of the world, the first environmental technology. and it’s utterly false when you have a Land Rover. The weather vehicle seen by 20th century children was a Series Land Rover. might be frightful this time of year, but you do have places to go The Land Rover marque sits with a handful of high-impact Mr. Taylor is determined for Land Rover to grow to about and people to see, so let it snow and pile into the Rover. name plate among the top echelon of vehicle manufacturers. 200,000 to 250,000 vehicles globally, with about 30% of those Joseph White, who covers the automobile industry for The Wall sales in the U.S. Those figures suggest a goal of roughly “Piling into the Rover” means different things with different Street Journal, wrote that “I was an adult before I actually saw doubling U.S. sales from 2003 levels. Rovers.. Remember the Range Rover television ad with the two a Land Rover vehicle. But I have known about Land Rovers college guys hitchhiking through the Alps? They’re dressed as since childhood, thanks to Sunday afternoons with Mutual of Aside from the exciting prospect of having a Defender model if they’ve been outdoors all day. The oh-so-chic couple inside Omaha’s Wild Kingdom. That classic Land Rover safari vehicle back in the USA, any increase in Land Rover’s activity here the Range Rover look as though they just stepped out of the is still sold as the Defender in markets outside the U.S. Land means greener pastures for owners of older Land Rover lounge at the ski lodge. This couple can be your model when Rover executives would say it’s the original military grade, models: original Defender 90/110’s, Range Rover Classics, you dress for winter success in your Range Rover or Discovery, go-anywhere SUV of which the Hummer H2 is the copy.” Discovery Series I-II’s, and of course the genuine Series Land or even a recent Defender 90 SW. Now, when you have a Series Rovers. It’s an exciting time to be a Land Rover enthusiast. Land Rover, think of the hitchhikers. I speak from 13 years of Land Rover enthusiasts know that Spen King, Tom Barton, Geof owning and driving my II-A all year. In your Range Rover or Miller, and the rest of the Range Rover design team had studied Once again this year, a crew from Rovers North – Shane Discovery, you might have to adjust the heater ‘60’s cars such as the Jeep Wagoneer, Ford Bronco and Westover, Les Parker, Rick Speer and Dave Westover – drove controls for front or rear, or between the passengers and International Scout to determine future directions for Land south to the Mid Atlantic Rally, Buckingham County, Virginia. driver’s side. These choices force you to turn a knob or punch Rover. What they accomplished was extraordinary given the Naturally, the ROAV club did an outstanding job in planning a in the preferred temperatures. In my Rover, the water valve relatively small resources available to Land Rover compared to terrific event. Naturally, too, it poured all weekend and they above the engine head is turned on for the season. Side to side their better-financed competition. watched rivers rise over their banks. The fun of connecting with heat adjustment is accomplished by opening the left or right enthusiasts made the 18 hour drive each way well worth it. directional flap on the Kodiak heater on the right side footwell. The Range Rover, even in its most basic form in the 1970’s [the The one speed blower motor - which sounds like a scene out of earliest ones only had carpeting for the front seats], This annual event, run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts every year, the movie “Twister” - moves air several inches at a time. The 15 demonstrated that engineering could be luxurious, that access is just one example of the excitement in the Land Rover world. different pieces of glass in my station wagon offer numerous to hidden places could mean as much as appearance in front of As you read elsewhere in this issue of the Rovers North News, places for the entry of outside air; so, too, do the door seals, Carnegie Hall, that comfort did not have to equate to cocooning. this promises to be an exciting year for Land Rover enthusiasts, windshield seal, roof to windshield seal, and body tub to top regardless of your choice of Land Rover. Here’s a personal wish seal. The WSJ’s White credits Land Rover “inventing the luxury SUR to every reader for a safe and successful New Year. Winter market in the U.S. with the launch of the Range Rover in 1987. well!

population, but for those to whom it appeals, it is perfectly dismay, the more I read, the more I found that a Series Land redirect the returned fuel back to the injector pump or to the plausible. Recycled, non-hydrogenated vegetable can be used Rover may not have been the ideal car for a vegetable oil diesel tank. The reason I added the 3-way valve instead of just to power any diesel vehicle through a simple conversion conversion. First of all, the Lucas CAV rotary injector pump looping the return back into the injector pump’s fuel supply was process, which is based upon heating the vegetable oil so that does not have the most stalwart reputation when it comes to to ease the removal of air from the fuel system. This way, when its viscosity becomes closer to the viscosity of diesel fuel. vegetable oil. However, if measures are taken to deliver the I change my diesel fuel filter, I can easily prime the system by vegetable oil hot, clean, and free of water to the injector pump, simply directing the fuel return back to the diesel tank and Once I made the decision to get greasy [not hypoid, but veggie the Lucas CAV works just fine. Therefore I added a 2 micron, turning on the electric fuel pump. grease -ed], I had to find a vehicle that I could convert. A 200 watt, heated Racor fuel filter and water separator to my number of my friends have Series Land Rovers, and the more vegetable oil system. Then I had to replace the standard Lucas “Does it work?” and “is it cost effective?” are probably two of time I spent in them, the more I liked them. I had made up my C-40 30 amp generator with a 105 amp alternator to power the the most frequently asked questions. I undertook this whole mind to find myself a Series Land Rover and convert it to run on new electrical additions to my truck, such as the heated fuel scheme at a difficult financial time in my life, I was 23 years old, vegetable oil. However, as most Rover buffs know, a diesel filter, and the two auxiliary fuel pumps that I would have to add. I had just lost my high paying job of a U.S. pro cyclist and I had Series truck is a bit of a rarity just returned school to finish my last semester of college. The here in the United States. So Another problem reared up due to the fact components of the entire conversion, including the alternator after a month and a half of that the Land Rover as an external lift and its mounting bracket cost me a grand total of $500. To save scouring, I felt like a 30- pump, which pushes the fuel from the fuel more money I chose to put the kit together on my own. As for something watching singles ads. tanks through the fuel filters and into the the cost of vegetable oil, there is none - it is free. Restaurants Then I met my match, a 1965 109” injector pump. The mechanically driven have to pay about $1 per gallon to dispose of it, so generally Series IIA ex-military 2.25 external lift pump that comes on the Land speaking, they will happily give it away. naturally aspirated diesel. It took Rover engine doesn’t have enough draw me only one dance with her, to pull fuel through the fuel filters; thus I Over the 4,000 miles that I have put on my truck since I short as it may have been (She had to add two electric fuel pumps to my converted it, I have discovered that I use vegetable oil primarily wasn’t registered, so my test drive comprised some hot laps truck. The first pump, a 12 volt, diaphragm fuel pump, pushes on trips that take fifteen minutes or more. I start my truck on around the parking lot!), to know that this was the truck for me. the diesel from the diesel tank through the diesel fuel filter and diesel, drive for about 5 min. and then switch to vegetable oil Seeing that the truck already had two fuel tanks and tons of water separator up to the injector pump. The vegetable oil (the coolant temp. is about 150 degrees Fahrenheit). When I am room for mounting the conversion components under the bon- pump is a bit heavier duty, a 12 volt Holley Blue fuel pump with about 5-7 minutes from my destination, I switch back to diesel net, the truck was the perfect candidate for a conversion, or so the external pressure regulator, in order flush the vegetable oil from the system. That I thought. pumps the thicker vegetable oil being said, on a 100 mile drive on the highway, I usually from the vegetable oil tank end up running on diesel for about 10-12 minutes and A week later, the Veggie Rover saga began, as I hopped into my through the vegetable oil filter on vegetable oil for about an hour and fifty minutes. minivan to take her on her fairwell voyage. I left Newmarket, (Racor 640r122) and up to the You have to remember that we are talking about a NH one Saturday morning to pick my cohort Justin Lillie in injector pump. Lastly, I replaced diesel Series Rover, so in rolling terrain I can average White River Junction, VT. From there we drove up to Rover’s the manual tank selector valve somewhere in between 50-60 mph. North to pick up a new generator for the truck. From there, we with a 12 volt solenoid valve, returned to Justin’s house to drop the minivan off and pick up which is operated by a toggle The Haynes Manual for my truck states that it gets his 1967 88” Series II-A and finally to head down to Springfield, switch that I have mounted on about 28 mpg on diesel. I have estimated VT to pick up my new found love. By then it was four o’clock my dash. conservatively that my truck gets somewhere around and we were half way to Springfield on Interstate 91, when I 22-25mpg on diesel. I have not noticed any difference realized that I had left the temporary plate in my minivan, now Once those components were in place, I began the wet and in its fuel efficiency while running on vegetable oil, nor have I parked at Justin’s house. We turned around and reversed often times messy task of plumbing in the heated vegetable oil noticed a loss of power. I drive my truck nearly every day, course to pick up the missing license plate. Hours later we line, coolant lines, and tank heater. It is advisable to drain your spring, fall, summer, winter, and so far so good. departed for Springfield, and this time we had every thing we coolant before you carry out this step! To my good fortune, my need, except for an abundance of day light. truck came equipped with two fuel tanks, thus I did not have to The beauty of burning vegetable oil in lieu of diesel is that it install a second tank. However I did have to cut a hole in one greatly reduces harmful emissions and greenhouse gasses. By the time we arrived in Springfield, it was dark. Basking in the of the two tanks and install a heater core into it. I tapped into (CO2 is cut 100%. SO2 is cut 100%. Soot emissions are cut beauty of a lunar eclipse, Justin and I took to the cold task of the heater loop and circulate engine coolant through the heater 40-60%) In addition to that, vegetable oil is a renewable installing the new generator into my truck, while it was parked core to warm the vegetable oil. The heated fuel line consist of resource, contrary to diesel fuel. Vegetable oil is certainly not in a parking lot. It may seem odd, but I only had the weekend to three Teflon hoses (two .5” I.D. hoses for the coolant, and one going to solve our world’s dependency on diesel fuel, but it is a pick the truck up, so time was beginning to run low. That first .25” I.D. hose for the vegetable oil) encased in a PVC sheath. step in the right direction for those who want to take action into repair would set the tone for any subsequent work that The heat from the engine coolant radiates into the vegetable their own hands! followed: outdoors, in a poorly lit parking lot and on a cold, oil, keeping it warm on its way to the injector pump. late autumn night! Last but not least, I had to reroute the fuel return, as I did not The Rover was in good shape but there were a few things that I want to mix vegetable oil with my diesel fuel system. needed to do in order to make the conversion possible. To my Therefore, I installed a 3-way valve which enables me to either Go Ahead - Supersize Me! By Craig Reece

[Craig Reece, of Neoteric Biofuels inc. in Berkeley, CA, started Rover Club. We averaged 10-12 mpg, pushing the brick-like Rovers and components - when he’s not installing components off with a ‘73 Bronco and an ‘86 Land Cruiser before he finally Defender down the road with the 3.9 Land Rover V8, resulting in for my new business of converting diesel vehicles to run on graduated to a ‘95 Defender 90. He, too, wanted to see if he a fuel bill of close to $2000 - which was more than we spent on vegetable oil - more on this later in the article. (You can see my could convert his Rover to food and lodging - including 3 nights at Frances Coppola’s truck and his services at http://www.roverhybrids.com/) bio-diesel. Here’s the first part Blancaneaux resort on the of his ingenious story -ed]. mountains of Belize Just before I left for Belize, Shane saw the perfect platform for (http://www.belizetravelcen- my new truck for sale on the Rover’s North Bulletin Board - I enjoy off-roading and tral.com/blancaneaux.html) I’d Arthur Patsouris, of the Rovers North Parts Department (hi, exploring the backcounty, started the diesel-repower Arthur!) was selling a rolling chassis with 300 Tdi. Arthur had rockcrawling, particularly in process prior to the trip, but bought someone else’s abandoned 100” Series/Defender Moab, Utah, camping, and my fuel bill reinforced the project then decided he had too many Rovers of his own - expeditions, particularly to need for it! including his Mercedes diesel-powered 109 ambulance. Shane Mexico and Central America, and I knew that the benefits of the extra wheelbase would be and I wanted a truck that Back in the fall of 2000, at great, since I was interested in a truck that would be capable could do all of this, Camp Rover West in Moab, I off-road, on-highway and on expedition. The 100” Discovery comfortably, and with decent met Shane Ballensky of Rover wheelbase is superior in most off-road situations to the 92-3/4” fuel mileage and with as close Hybirds [see Vintage Rovers wheelbase of the Defender 90, and on the highway provides a to bulletproof dependability as Across Africa article in the smoother ride, and the extra room is useful in an expedition possible. Something I could Rovers North News from vehicle. sleep in comfortably, with 2000-ed] and we decided I’d some kind of on-board hire him to build my diesel I like the styling of Series and early Defenders, and had already kitchen, was another dream. A Rover. He was driving a bought a 1972 Series III 88. And since selling my Defender 90 go-anywhere, rockcrawling, dependable and cheap-to-drive Defender 90 that he’d bought as a rollover. He had done all the would help fund the buildup of the new truck, I sold the mini-RV that had a mix of Series and Defender styling was what bodywork and painting, plus fabricated gorgeous and beefy Defender and the buildup of the new truck began. I wanted. Oh yes, my other requirement was that it be custom suspension components and bumpers. From the economical on fuel. It soon became clear that if all these experience he was considering starting a business building The Series III had a mostly-rotted frame, and so Shane cut off seemingly contradictory features were going to coexist in the hybrid and custom Land Rovers. I was to be his first customer. the outriggers and crossmember from it and welded them onto same vehicle, I’d have to have it built. We drove my Defender 90 to the 2nd Twist Off in Fruita, the Discovery frame. Colorado the following spring, and further refined the dream of In 2001, my wife Anne and I had driven 9000 miles round-trip the new truck. Three years later I’ve got my truck (and it was from Berkeley to Belize and Guatemala, as members of La Ruta not a full-time project for Shane, much to the relief of his wallet Maya expedition led by Sam Simpson of the Houston Land and mine) and he now has a full-time business building custom Continued on pg. 21

© 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA • 1-800 403-7591 • Tech: 802.879.0032 • [email protected] • roversnorth.com 20 Go Ahead - Working in the Iron Mine, Supersize Me! Going on Down, Down By Rik Olsen continuedcontinued from page 1 [Rik Olsen, Hastings, MN, owns a 1960 Series II 88" SW. This past On a sunny cool Saturday in August, we met up at the Gilbert site Getting the outriggers in just the right locations year, he found another enthusiast's dream - a Discovery SE 7 with The gracious ranger gave the free sound check ("go 'vroom was one of the most exacting parts of the project the 5-speed manual. Here's his story -ed]. vroom'") and stickered our windscreens to prove that we all - since we were using a Discovery frame and a passed. We were each then issued a free day pass. This was to mix of Series and Defender body parts, including Northern Minnesota is a fascinating part of the world dominated by be returned at the end of the day. If all of the slips were not a shortened Defender 110 tub (purchased from flannel clad fourth generation Norwegians who still speak with an returned by 7:30, the ranger knew to go looking for someone stuck. Les’s Loft at Rovers North) and the Discovery old world accent. Not surprisingly, people in Minnesota really like frame has a section height 1” shorter than that to go "up north." The trails were mostly red iron dust with deciduous and conifer of the Defenders. Shane needed to do a lot of forest around us. There were views of the nearby low mountains, very precise measuring and marking, using a Our club, the Minnesota Land Rovers, schedules a yearly weekend and a trail for every level. Some were slow dirt roads, while laser level, to ensure that the outriggers were in "picnic" to drive the old logging roads in the woods and camp others were shale moguls or boulder cobbled hills. There was just the right location. The confirmation of the together. Our typical site, Backus, Minnesota, has been under trail even a mud pit, hill climb, and rock crawl park. Our Discovery had care he took, and his skill, is that the door-wing closing threat this year. To forestall the possibility for a tarmac a lovely time playing in the mud and creeping around in the woods. and door-tub alignment is as good or better than only camp out this year, we chose Gilbert, Minnesota. It is a The most dramatic ride was a steep, winding shelf with a 100 foot a Defender from the factory. fascinating little town in the "Iron Range" of the great north woods. drop off. Two elements added to the drama here: there was a Nearby Hibbing is the birth place of Bob Dylan. rusting rolled Jeep at the bottom of the gorge, and this was my He also cut off the ears on the Disco frame and wife, Kelly's first time driving off-road. "Pucker welded on attachment points on the side of the Gilbert is so interested in promoting factor 4!" was when a 1 foot hump on the up hill frame for Heim-jointed and much stronger rear offroading in the region that it has side tilted us for a better view down the hill. I trailing links of his own design, and welded on created the first off highway took no notice of this, but rather leaned up hill and frame sliders to the bottom of the frame, then vehicle recreation area in the state prayed. I didn't even look at the inclinometer. At shortened the rear of the frame to give a rear of Minnesota. According to the the bottom of the hill with all well and remarkably overhang/departure angle about mid-way city's website (www.gilbertmn.org) clean undershorts, we began the ascent. Here's between that of a Defender 90 and that of a the OHVRA includes "approximately where we had an encounter between a small out Defender 110. He cut off the 3.9 V8 motor mounts 1,200 acres in northern St. Louis cropped rock and our front right wing. At least and, using a jig from MD Engineering in the UK, County. This closed-off area Kelly was driving at the time. located and welded on the 300 Tdi motor mounts. features over 30 miles of He fabricated 3/8” steel fuel tank skidplates for recreational trails, scramble areas, the custom stainless 26 gallon rear tank and the training and special events facilities Paul Eldredge has a similar Discovery and also 12 gallon under-the-passenger-seat front tank, for use by off road motorcycles, all terrain vehicles (ATV) and 4x4 made it through some tight spots. and we then had the frame and skidplates jeeps and trucks." They're strict about safety; there's even a tech He reports: hot-dip galvanized. (I’d probably be fine in inspection. Still, they're encouraging off road clubs and groups to California without the galvanizing, but I plan to schedule events at their facility. It has taken a tremendous amount "My harrowing adventure started when I turned right own this truck for the rest of my life, so....) of work by the local clubs and individuals in partnership with the on the trail, when I should have gone straight. So, I am outdoor recreational arm if the government to open this magnifi- going down this rocky slope, and I was sliding and Next, the bodywork phase of the project started cent recreational site. bouncing down the hill losing control. I came to a stop - we had the 110 tub, and purchased a used by hitting a tree and ending up at a weird angle, with Defender 110 roof and Defender 110 3-door The output of the region's taconite mines fed 75% of the US World my wheels wedged between rocks.Miraculously there windowless van sides. Shane shortened the 110 War II raw steel need, but those mines are in decline. There is a was no damage to my vehicle. I was losing a lot of tub, top and sides, and cut out the sides for delightful restaurant named the Whistling Bird Cafe & Bar that steering fluid, but that is normal. With the help of a lot sliding windows. We then had the tub features gourmet Caribbean food near the in-town camp called of members I was able to back up a bit to straighten Rhinolyned , in black, including the underside, "Sherwood Forest." The off road site is 3 blocks from the main out. At that point, another car pulled me out and I then and had the inside of the 110 top sprayed with street of town. From the campsite, there is a short dirt track that proceeded down the trail. I got stuck again, due to a off-white Rhinolining. We also sprayed the seat leads to the Off Highway Vehicle site made for us by the large rock, and then bent my steering rod and broke my boxes and footwell panels with black Rynolining. Department of Natural Resources dampener - still, no body damage. Yet another car He then painted the body Arles Blue, and the top pulled me out and we proceeded up the hill. Just then, I Alpine white. We also designed and built the In Land Rover terms, this has been a real milestone year for me. I hit my sill and bent my door. During the afternoon ride I front winchbumper, the rear bumper, and the have been interested in Land Rovers since rode with Jeremy, we were nearly the last rock sliders, which double as air tanks for the the SUV craze started here in the states in the truck back and Jim Ryan and Innocent were ARB air lockers. mid to early 1990's. I'd longed for a 5 speed looking at my truck to see what they could Discovery, but graduate school and a very do to fix my bent rod. Using skills learned mobile lifestyle forced a delay. Once more 30 minutes prior on John's steering rod, established, I was able to scrounge the they used a Hi-Lift and a winch to pull it change for a Land Rover with real character: down and back. The first funny thing was a 1960 Series II 88" SW with one functioning that the truck drove better back to the hotel brake cylinder and little else working well. I than before the damage. The really strange bought her in 1998, the 50th anniversary year, thing is I no longer leak steering fluid and and now, after 6 years, much reluctant yes there is fluid in my vehicle." education, and LOTS of parts, she's actually a presentable runner. This year, I The Saturday night fun was as you'd expect from also came across, in the newspaper, another these intrepid explorers and their young families and real enthusiast's car: 1996 Discovery SE7 5 speed. I can't imagine spouses. In addition to the tipping of pints and scotch around the average SUV shopper wanting a stick shift with British campfires, there is a raffle of Rover goodies. This year, the loot reliability and leakablility. It really needed a proper home with included the spiffy genuine factory jacket donated by Rover's someone who could understand it. After all, this is the car that got North! Another special addition was the Camel Trophy spec me interested in Land Rovers in the first place! It cost less than I Discovery pinata! Talk about bashing about in the woods! Then, originally paid for the 1960 Series Two, so I was not really worried there are the awards. about panel damage. It is a really nice feature to have drink The 300 Tdi engine is stock, except for the holders, a back seat for the kids' car seats, air conditioning, an Overall, our Discovery lost about 50 pounds of plastic bits and the vegetable-oil fuel modifications - more on that electrical system that can power the strap-in DVD player, and the rotted out factory brush bar. Other minor tragedies were bent later - but fitted with a full-width Allard ability to go over 50 mph! This is the right truck for a family steering bars on John Dougan and Paul Eldredge's trucks. intercooler, and with a pyrometer to record EGT’s weekend of off-roading 215 miles from home. However, the "broken axle award," given once a year to cushion (exhaust gas temperatures) - very important with the blow of having the most damage, went to Adam Ruben. His a diesel being pushed hard on the highway. I In the '80's and '90's, a loose social club of enthusiasts called the South American Spec Defender 110 blew a front differential on retained the stock trap oxidizer, for the cleanest North Woods Land Rover Club formed to join people together what was planned to be a gentle ride. He also slashed a tire and possible emissions profile, and Shane fitted a offroading. They were quite a bit more "Camel Trophy" than "Tread lost an alternator. I also would award him my Samaritan award for stainless NRP exhaust system to the trap Lightly." A more encompassing club, the "Upper Mississippi Land unreservedly digging under the front of my Discovery to reattach oxidizer. Most of the miscellaneous bits we Rover Group," or UMLRG for short, followed to meet the needs of my tow strap when we got stuck on a rock in the mud. needed to complete the 300 Tdi conversion were less off-road oriented enthusiasts. The name appropriate as the supplied by Rovers North, along with many body Mississippi starts here in Itasca, Minnesota, but it was a bit of a In summary, the Gilbert site is a great recreation for coilers or and interior parts. Rovers North sells every 300 mouthful. Now, the Minnesota Land Rovers leafers. It is well run, and the trails are marked to predict the level Tdi part that Land Rover makes, which is (http://www.mnlandrovers.org/) is a family club that is open to all of difficulty. There is even a pressure sprayer area at the exit! extremely handy. levels and interests. There are extreme trucks with intricate air That said, what really makes it a good time is the camaraderie of suspension systems and stock classics that never get dusty. For a the Land Rover club members. We are planning to make this a I’ll describe the rest of drivetrain and other while, I even was a "non-owner" member! There is certainly yearly trip on our calendar of events, and would welcome visitors features in the next issue. something for everyone. from the rest of the Land Rovering community to join us next.

[To be continued...]

© 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA • 1-800 403-7591 • Tech: 802.879.0032 • [email protected] • roversnorth.com 21 of water. “You didn’t see any Disco’s doing that,” Peter claims. The New York Daily Times shows a Land Rover, a smiling man Kim Conn, Snohomiah, WA, Matthew Kosaber, Johnston, and happy woman on some sort of jungle Sightings PA, and little Alex Hart, New London, CT, all found the irony in adventure; I wonder if they are viewing baby lion cubs? seeing a woman getting gas for her Discovery using her Michael Beaudette, New York, NY sent in this Sighting. Discover card. We’ve reported this before but we want to give It’s early morning and Sightings editor Jac’Kiye McCollett “credit” where “credit” is due. Gregg Fallavollita, Fontana, CA, submits an article about reports that “I’m tucked away at my desk. The fire is going, a traveling to the Andes Mountains which has a picture of an old cup of flavored coffee awaits me and the Thanksgiving Turkey Nobody likes to see a Land Rover in imminent Series parked in front of a lodge. Arthur Judd, Sanger, CA just flew in with a large parcel full of your Sightings that I’m danger, unless of course they’re in the spied this Rover as well. anxious to compile. What a glorious place New England is this running for a coveted Rovers North coffee mug. In a Citigroup time of year - aside from scraping the frost off your windshield ad a Defender stands proud as it’s about to be smashed to bits Robert Sandlak, Apopka, FL has sent in a Sighting from the and making sure your remote car starter works. As I read by a larger than life boulder. Rick Askew, Seattle, WA, Pat Orlando Sentinel Newspaper a Land Rover crashed through a through the dozens of Sightings I smile, knowing how many of Harris, Westport, CT, David Tow, Portland, OR, John floor, yet managed to be successful in resisting any damage. you play such a big part in Rovers North. It’s wonderful seeing Schleis, Eagen, MN, and Jeff Foland, Clarksville, OH will be new names, as well as familiar names. Thank you for making receiving a mug for this bizarre, cruel and unfortunate Sighting. A postcard containing a 90 kronor stamp has been sent in to us my job worthwhile!” “Now that I’ve displayed my nice side, the In real life, we know the boulder would be smashed to by Gary Forehand, Manassas Park,VA, featuring a Defender Editor tells me I must remind you of the Sightings rules:” smithereens! 110 trekking across the snow.

Rule # 1 - All Sightings receive recognition and our Giovanni Lanzante, Englewood, CO, shares seeing a Next we find a Land Rover up to its windows in water in the appreciation, but not necessarily a mug. We reward only those “ZEBRA STRIPED” 110 hosting visitors on a safari during a Emergency Response 2004 brochure. Robert Di Piero, Sightings that capture the unique qualities of Land Rovers and Royal Caribbean commercial. I may have to book that cruise. Stockton, CA; better call 911 or else he’ll have a flood on his their owners, and display them in an distinctive way. hands. Chris Estey, Yorktown, VA, takes to the sky in a Ski Salt Lake Rule #2 - If your Sighting does not really surprise you, it won’t ad. A white Discovery ll heads up the side of a beautiful snow Art Judd, Sanger, CA, writes in with his first attempt to score surprise us, either, and thus we can’t award you a mug. We’re covered ski slope. You can see a close-up view of this in Delta a mug. He says on the front cover of the Fresno Bee is a Series delighted, but not surprised, that Land Rovers appear in British Airline’s October Sky magazine. lll 109 loaded with gear, parked in front of an Ecuadorian cattle television programs, British publications, films with British ranch turned eco-lodge. It sure made the story interesting to themes, and shows about African safaris. You shouldn’t be Chuck Cline, Princeton, WV, directs our attention towards a me. surprised, either, and should consider looking for other ways to lovely Land Rover on the cover of Outside Magazine. Chris get a coffee mug. informs us he owns a ‘98 Disco l, ‘94 Range Rover Classic, a ‘73 A soldier from the Queens Dragoon guards warns an Iraqi Series lll and his newest addition EX-MOD Defender 110. driver during a lightning storm to keep his headlights off to Rule #3 - At an ever-changing date before publication, we close avoid being hit by enemy fire as a British army convoy travels off the Sightings. If we’ve mentioned the Sighting in an earlier Supermodel Elsa Benitez poses with a surfboard beside a white overnight from Basra to join the Black Watch Battle group at issue, we won’t mention it again. If you’re new to the family Defender 90 soft top in the Sports Illustrated 40th Anniversary Camp Dogwood, 20 miles south of Baghdad. Rommel Ong, of Land Rover enthusiasts, you may not have seen your Sighting swimsuit issue. Mark Lawson, Bellevue, Iowa, tells us “both Cypress, CA, saw this on the news. Incidentally he owns a 1960 in an earlier issue. Elsa and the vehicle appear to be in good condition” Series II that he is getting ready to restore. One sighting from the BBC comes from Guy Amos, Hollis, NH who thinks this Rule #4 - We’re not outfitting your kitchen. If you qualify, one Brian Eberts, Dunsford, Ontario, Canada, spies a gorgeous showing was “one helluva boost for Land Rovers in Iraq.” mug per Sighting per issue. gladiator girl in front of what looks like a classic Land Rover in the Wurth Canada Limited’s 8th month of their calendar. He The Mini Boden Catalogue features a nice Series Rover in their Rule #5 - Sightings that are Land Rover references in books go wonders what the Rover adds to this image. Ah- a Rover latest issue. Anna Krusic, Orangeburg, NY, Jeff Clark, to our Literary Land Rover editor for mention, but only when enthusiast who can overlook a scantily-clad woman in favor of Hingham, MA, and Ted Aman, Rochester, NY all take notice of space permits. the Land Rover. the two darling children posing in their Army attire.

Rule #6 - Psst... if we can’t read you name and address because A white 93-95 Range Rover Classic takes the stage in the Tis’ the season for spying Land Rovers and this next Sighting is of atrocious penmanship, we can’t recognize your Sighting nor episode of CSI Miami “Under the Influence”. It seems the no exception. Brian Riley, Minneapolis, MN sends us The send you a mug. Psst...E-mail submissions - remember we can’t Range Rover was involved with the murder of a man but later Holiday 2004 Athleta catalogue, which includes a nice 109” send a mug by e-mail. Send us your real name and shipping Chris Laimit, Highlands Ranch, CO and Jason Fudge, Series llA pickup cab. He owns a ‘67 Series llA 88” station address, too. Tallahassee, FL discover the wagon. Well Brian you’ll have your mug in time for Christmas! perpetrator tried (but failed) to carjack the Rover from an inebri- Rule #7 - Grudgingly, very grudgingly, the Editor admits he might ated man. It would have been nice if the series hero had driven Jeff Bang, Staunton, VA, Wonders why the Range Rover make an error. Let me know if you think you’ve been jobbed, but the Range Rover instead of the villain. Classic is behind the Lexus on the cover of Land Rover Club all decisions of the Editor are final. Magazine. I wondered the very It’s always wonderful to see your children as excited to spot a same thing. Music is such an important part of our lives, regardless of the Rover as you may be, this next Sighting comes from Andrew genre, and what could be better than hopping in your Land Kaan and his son Austin, Fairchild AFB, WA. They spotted a The October issue of Mountain Gazette catches our attention Rover, throwing on some tunes and couple of Defender 110’s in the movie Italian Job, also in the with this fabulous white Land Rover gracing the cover. Jeff riding as far as you can, before running out of gas, of course! movie Sabrina, Harrison Ford drives Sabrina in a Range Rover. Spooner, Rolla, MO and Chris Davis, Boulder, CO, climb to Or could it be what Andy Duligall, Plainfield, NJ, noticed We’ve the top of our while mentioned these before but they’re such fun that we want to winners list with this sighting. browsing his CD share them again. collection. A Bryan Adams CD It seems Santa has traded in his sleigh for a Series Land Rover! entitled “So Far So Good”. Mr. Adams is sitting atop his Land Although they cannot receive mugs, I must report that my The ad from a recent REI catalogue shows the capable Series Rover, smiling of course, and who wouldn’t be Andy, Of course, children Loryn (age 15), Matthew (age14), Michael vehicles in one of its favorite Bryan Adams is British and owns Land Rovers, so we’d expect (age 14), and John (age 13) came running in my room one elements...the snow. All up for a mug are Keith Gates, him to use one in his photo shoot. evening begging me to turn on the TV. Apparently a Land Rover Houston, TX, Cory Allen, Battle Ground, WA, William was the star of the show on a recent episode of King of the Hill. Stewart, McMinnville, OR, Angie Lucas, Appleton, WI, Mary Dickerson, Jacksonville, NC, catches a Discovery I did manage to see the Rover and was proud of how well they Mike Doidge, Kapolei, HI, Cheryl Cramer, Boise, ID and prominently displayed midway through an OutKast Video. The knew their Land Rovers! The show also starred Henry Winkler; Annie Sisk, Bozeman, MT. Annie and Cheryl now have some- song “Prototype” she considers, although it has an for, me seeing him on a horse instead of a motorcycle sent only thing to gloat about when your husbands are present. Well extra-terrestrial theme, it’s placement reinforces Land Rover’s one word through my head.....AYEEEE!!!!! Bernie Norman, done, ladies!! “universal” appeal. The Warren Brothers Video “Barely Parlin, NJ, and Desinie Smith, Robsinia, PA, also spotted the Famous”, which can be seen on CMT. The video features a same episode. They’ll get mugs because they’re not my September’s Financial Times Newspaper shows a British black NAS Defender 90 with a CD/audio/radio and sports BF children. Armored vehicle passing a Land Rover which was ambushed Goodrich all terrain tires. Robert Wollschlager, Mystic, CT, near Basra. Michael Beckley, Sheridan, OR sends in this writes to us with this. I wonder if they need some chains for Toys R Us.com has an interesting Bratz wild Life Safari Cruiser horrific photo. those tires? that Katie Spurr, St. Louis, MO says although modified to avoid licensing issues it sure looks like a Rover to her. All it Another dog in a In other news, CNN broadcasts a couple of stories with Land needs are some stickers and some chipmunks to drive it around Rover comes to us Rovers gracefully augmenting their coverage. This first one and it will be perfect! from Scott comes to us from Anne Ritter, Charlottesville, VA, where she Bradfield, Arlington, spots a funeral home outside of London that use Defender 110’s The Winter TravelSmith Catalogue is chuck-a-block-full of Land VA. What could be as their hearse. She also tells us the owner was quoted saying Rovers! On the cover, states, Jim Gensler [see rule #6] sits a better than man’s best that her clients were tired of the typical hearse and wanted to 110 up to its bonnet in savannah. William Prillaman, friend inside man’s be carried to their final resting place in a vehicle that fit their Irvington, VA, also views a quarter shot of a Defender. Robert best truck? The folks personalities. It seems there is a waiting list to use that Sedivy, Richmond, VA, spots a well equipped D110, with raised at Orvis certainly particular funeral home. Now the question is, who would wait? air intake, full roof rack and A-bar with lights. Rob Modica, know how to dress up Tucson, AZ, sights a LHD Series III 88” with a sun shield but their holiday catalog. Another CNN Sighting shows a nice front shot of a Series llA, without an Alpine window. David Stoll, Galway, NY and wading along a flooded waterfront street in St. Augustine, as Brant Fagan, Charlestown, NH are also “Sighters”. they were broadcasting reports on Hurricane Francis. At least Winners listed on that’s what Matt Wallace, Asheville, NC, believes he saw. He David Woo, Santa Monica, CA, and Ron Ward, Columbus, pg. 23 also tells us there is a ‘67 llA for sale at the local supermarket. GA, both write in with a wonderful shot of an inside view of an Don’t forget the beer Matt! Peter King, Signal Mtn, TN, also early RHD complete with a cuddly dog wearing a pair of watched and tells us how the Series was pushing a bumper full Blundstone boots sold at Sugar River Outfitters. I wonder if the dog passed the written portion of his driving exam.

© 2005 Rovers North Inc • 1319 VT Route 128, Westford, Vermont 05494-9601, USA • 1-800 403-7591 • Tech: 802.879.0032 • [email protected] • roversnorth.com 22 going on with Land Rovers on the Left Coast - [What a lovely zebra striped parking spot, and ed.] the ever familiar Land Rover logo puts him in a class of his own. We assume he earned an Dearest Rovers North, “A.” -ed]

Happy Days for your information. I’ve got the two issues from a friend today (winter & summer) copies from the United Sightings States. I am very HAPPY indeed! I live in Jaco Beach, COSTA RICA and own a LAND ROVER Winners DEFENDER 110 2003. Needless to say I have all Letters to the fun a Land Rover owner can have. Please keep me informed if you should have a the Editor NEWSLETTER available. I also wish to send Desinie Smith you photographs of BEAUTIFUL TROPICAL Robsenia, PA SPOTS WHERE ROVERS CAN TAKE YOU TO! Jeff Spooner Dear Mark, of life’s great moments. Congratulations and Rolla, MO Many Thanks, best of luck in your restoration. Let us know Dahmian Zsulman Chris Davis On behalf of the Minnesota Land Rover Club, what we can do to help and send us photos - Distinctive Properties of Costa Rica Boulder, CO we would like to thank you for your very ed.] Jaco Beach, Costa Rica generous donation to our club The contribution Jeff Bang from Rovers North helped make our annual Hello friends at Rovers North, Staunton, VA [We certainly enjoy our Land Rover CafÇ from picnic a great success. During the drawings we Costa Rica and our Rovers North friends there Mark Lawson had prizes during the picnic the item from I received the nice coffee mug the other day, have enticed us with stunning images from Bellvue, IA Rovers North was the first to go. The Land and wanted to say “Thank-you”! I will keep an your country. We know that Land Rovers have Rover factory jacket almost didn’t make it to the eye out for your next issue of your newspaper. Mary Dickerson a long history in Costa Rica and we’re delight- picnic. I had my eye on it, but instead I ordered Thanks again for your excellent service and Jacksonville, NC ed that they remain popular there today. Keep one after the picnic in my size. Thank you parts. My D-90 is in great shape and I in touch! -ed] Robert Wollschlager again for your support for our club. appreciate the expertise of Rovers North. Mystic, CT Dear Rovers North, Sincerely, Sincerely, Matthew Kosaber Paul K. Eldredge, James J. Copass Johnston, PA A coworker of mine recently made a trip to Minnesota Land Rovers Yucca Valley, CA Iceland, where they drove completely around Jeff Foland the country (not in a Land Rover, alas) but Clarksville, OH [Congratulations to the club for a wonderful [You’re welcome! We’re big fans of Defender reported seeing many Land Rovers. I myself event. We’re delighted to join you in your 90’s and we’re happy to be a part of your enjoy- Rick Askew spent a year in Iceland back in 1973 with the enthusiasm for Solihull’s finest -ed] ment of your Rover -ed]. Seattle, WA U.S. Coast Guard and did get around a little in an old Jeep CJ that was sort of barracks Pat Harris Hello from the Florida Keys, Dear Rovers North, community property. At that time, Volkswagens Westport, CT were most plentiful, but Land Rovers Series and My “Landie” was owned by a resort until I Just received my latest shipment of parts and David Tow Mini’s were also much desired by the locals. bought it and it still has the original elephant wanted to thank you. I have always looked Portland, OR Iceland is truly a beautiful, pristine land of fire hides!, but the wear is staring to show. I plan forward to the “Rovers North News”. and ice, and someday I’d love to visit again. John Schleis to do a frame off and as you can guess you Eagen, MN guys will be THE source for ALL my parts. We Chris Williamson, Yours Truly, also have a “96” Disco and get parts for it from Torrington, CT. Brian Eberts Gary Forehand, you. Thanks for all the help, past, present and Dunsford, Ontario Manasass Park, VA future. [Thanks for the order and for the compliments Jason Fudge on the Rovers North News. We enjoy our [You might remember that Kevin Girling of Land Tallahassee, FL Jim “MAC” McDowell, readers as much as you enjoy reading the Rover Enthusiast magazine shared a terrific Big Pine Key, Florida Keys newspaper -ed.] Chris Laimit story on Land Rovers in Iceland with us a Highlands Ranch, CO couple of years ago. Go to www. [No doubt a visit from the Editor in, er, winter, Dear Rovers North, LandRoverEnthusiast.com to Bernie Norman for say, a month, would be very welcome by find back issues of that magazine -ed]. Parlin, NJ you - it would certainly be welcomed by the As I was returning from Hawaii and had just Editor! We look forward to helping you with seen numerous Land Rovers, especially new David Woo Dear Mark, your restoration and with the daily use of your Range Rovers, the saying “The worlds most Santa Monica, CA Discovery -ed] well-traveled vehicles on earth” seemed more Another Land Rover in an ad for South Africa Ron Ward of a statement of fact than just a motto. appeared in the National Geographic Columbus, GA Dear Rovers North, Adventure Magazine. No real surprise to see Chris Estey, Jeff Clark another Land Rover with its front window fold- So today I took my 2001 LR Disco 2 to Mt. St. Yorktown, VA Hingham, MA ed down, headed out across the savannah. Helens to see what was going on with all these The real surprise is that a truck that is at least Ted Aman tremors. So what happens, the Mt. blows. I [We agree completely, but we wonder, why 35 years old, continues to be the vehicle they Rochester, NY was able to get a few good pictures of the LEAVE Hawaii to return anywhere? -ed] want to use to carry a message about what mountain as well as a picture of my LR in front Anna Krusic South Africa has to see, and an old Land of the mountain. The picture was taken about 7 Hey There!, Orangburg, NY Rover to see it in. It is a tribute to the lasting miles away in a remote parking lot. I wanted to legacy that the Land Rover has made in a Brian Riley share this with you and your readers. Of course Thanks TONS for supporting the Old North country that it has been such a part of the Minnneapolis, MN a tea mug would be nice too. State Land Rover Society’s Uharrie Rover landscape. They choose a very old truck to Expedition coming up in October: Scott Bradfield carry a message that anything else would not Ken Stober, http://www.theoldnorthstate.org/ Arlington, VA do as well....maybe not do at all. Portland, OR (That’s me in the photo of the month!) Robert Di Piero Thanks Mark..bumpin’ along down the road, Stockton, CA [Please be careful peering over the edge of the Matt Wallace, Leighton Ogg, crater! -ed] Asheville, NC Annie Sisk Houston, TX Bozeman, MT Dear Rovers North, [Looking good, Matt! The ONSLRS has grown [Good point, Leighton. We know that Land Cheryl Cramer impressively in a short time. We look forward to Rovers and African development have a pow- Boise, ID I purchase parts from you guys every now and your next events -ed]. erful visual and emotional connection -ed]. then. I also get the Rovers North News. Angie Lucas Looking at some of the photos in the most Hi Guys! Appleton, WI Rovers North, recent edition made me think you might get a William Stewart kick out of the attached photo. It is of me and I really enjoyed the article on the PCRC’s One of the perks my son Jamey has as a senior McMinnville, OR my son, James Jr. working on our ‘63 109” Women’s Run. Although I didn’t make it to the in high school this year is the ability to pick his station wagon. and keeps on truckin’ because run featured, I have driven on a couple of Cory Allen favorite parking spot and decorate the of photos like this. The motto, “You can never earlier runs. Pamela does a great job of Battle Ground, WA concrete stop as he chooses. He wanted his start ‘em off too young.” organizing the drives. parking spot to reflect his taste in vehicles (his Keith Gates ‘74 Series lll 88’) Houston, TX Jim Klauder Thanks! 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