mike65 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 (edited) Well after a bit f deliberation I have gotten a military vehicle. So I am new to military vehicles and also web forums. My first choice would have been a Spitfire but funds could not stretch that far. A pilot's licence would also have been usefull. So I have settled for a Series 3 Land Rover 109" (an FFR I believe) with the intention of returning it back to how it was in its earlier life with a fully documented rolling restoration. Not to showroom condition though, after all it has had a life. The intention is to take it to shows. Hopefully will be diligent to record everything for future refernce and aid to others. Edited January 27, 2010 by mike65 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 hi welcome to the forum post some pics when you get time :cheesy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevpol Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 at last, another series 3 ffr (the dodge and jeep brigade are getting a bit cocky at moment!!!!) Welcome to the mad house, any questions and you will be inundated with replies (some of it useful) Al the best Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ford 369 Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Well after a bit f deliberation I have gotten a military vehicle.So I am new to military vehicles and also web forums. My first choice would have been a Spitfire but funds could not stretch that far. A pilot's licence would also have been usefull. So I have settled for a Series 3 Land Rover 109" (an FFR I believe) with the intention of returning it back to how it was in its earlier life with a fully documented rolling restoration. Not to showroom condition though, after all it has had a life. The intention is to take it to shows. Hopefully will be diligent to record everything for future refernce and aid to others. welcome to the forum Mike,where abouts in Chesham are you as it is only just a few miles from me in Rickmansworth and it is always useful to know like minded locals Nigel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike65 Posted January 28, 2010 Author Share Posted January 28, 2010 I will post some pics as soon as I get some daylight as I need to take some for record purposes, insurer etc. Mind you it probably looks better in the dark. Have just found out the brake lights don't work, when driving, suspect the switch as they worked before engine was started. Oh well jusy anothe electrical glitch to sort out. The to do list is getting longer. Suppose it will keep me outside and busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Collins Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 I will post some pics as soon as I get some daylight as I need to take some for record purposes, insurer etc.Mind you it probably looks better in the dark. Have just found out the brake lights don't work, when driving, suspect the switch as they worked before engine was started. Oh well jusy anothe electrical glitch to sort out. The to do list is getting longer. Suppose it will keep me outside and busy. Welcome Mike Don't worry I how have a Landrover series 3 FFR and i have found the indicators have Packed up and found it to be the wiring (not a mechanic or use to vehicle electrics) but i expect with the rest of the series 3 owners on here they will be able to help you out if you get stuck, we are a freindly bunch and someone will be along soon i'm shaw. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike65 Posted January 29, 2010 Author Share Posted January 29, 2010 Many thanks for the welcome. so far I have fixed brake lights, somebody had badly adjusted switch. As promised I have taken some pics of how it is. Chassis and mechanicals seem fine. Just needs the dash sorting, no working gauges or lights (speedo Ok). Interior needs a bit of work, seats make refuelling interesting. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 Land Rovers were all wired by plumbers. I knew one that the engine wouldn't stop while your foot was on the brake. Land Rovers are good to start with, then you move on to a Dodge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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