The Big Body Issues…..

To give some idea of the task ahead, I thought I’d share some photos of the areas of most concern for this project.

This post is all about the body.

Doors, floor rails, C posts, capping, wheels; all need replacing.

Over the time of this blog I’ll be showing the attempts I make at this. Bearing in mind I haven’t welded or performed any bodywork restoration previously, It’ll be interesting (for me anyway) to learn how to do all of this.

In addition to the lack of experience, there are other things to overcome such as not having a workshop or garage of any kind in which to do the work….

We’ll see how I get on…

Starting At The Beginning….

I've started the restoration by removing items that are surplus to requirement, too rusty to keep or simply items that don't fit with the end result I'm looking for.

 

Starting at the front of the Landy, I've removed the rusty light guards, the very rusty spotlights, replaced all of the remaining lights and panels.

 

I've also added a little cosmetic paint to the underside and fitted a new number plate.

 

All totally superficial items at this stage.

 

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From Beast to Beauty?

So, this is the base vehicle for the restoration.

She's a 1990 200tdi 110. Currently on around 250,000 miles and seems to be going strong. There are a few oil leaks from the transmission, and there are a few bodywork and chassis issues to resolve. All of these will come to light over the coming posts but just wanted to start out by showing off the starting point.

 

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Welcome!!

For many years I’ve wanted to write, either a novel, short story, poetry, or even a blog.

The problem is, having something to write about. I wouldn’t say I have a dull life, it’s had it’s moments, it’s been eventful at times but then who wants to read about failed attempts at online dating? Or even a couple of successful attempts if I do say so myself..!

Anyway, this blog is going to be about me, my Land Rover Defender renovation project, the travels I’ll be going on, maybe something about work and most likely my take on life.

All in all, this will be Steve in real life.