(1956) Series 1 Land Rover 86" Hardtop
Douglas Anderson bought the vehicle in 1986
as a part restored, un-finished project.
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The chassis with engine had been lying
outdoors for a year. The water had run into the bores
via the side valve exhausts and the piston rings had
rusted solid. The pistons had to be removed using a
block of wood, a sledgehammer and diesel.
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The next owner
stripped off the remaining paint and fitted the LR with
a soft top. |
Douglas notes that parts for a 1956 vehicle
are usually difficult to find. However, part availability
for the Series 1 was still quite good as the LR was used by
the British Armed forces and parts were available from specialised
army surplus outfits. Some of the 'new' spares he obtained
were manufactured and packed in 1956, the year of manufacture
of his Series1 !!
Visit Douglas' website to learn
more about his restoration project - and to discover "What
fell off in 8 years?"!
This URL will also give you access
to Doug's other interesting, informative, entertaining, humorous
& witty pages - all the things he's not! - (or so he says).
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