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Rob:
Hi all, new member here and pretty in-experienced.
I have just bought an old series 3 from a friend of a friend.
It is a long term project and looking forward to years of fun and mud.
It is a recent conversion and we have finally got it running, but I have a bit of an embarassing question.  Remember I have never even sat in one of these vehicles, let alone driven and owned one.
How do I get it into 'hi ratio'?
When I drive it flat out I only get 35mph - tell me it will go faster.

Many thanks
Rob

defenderdan:
Stick the clutch in and pull the red lever back.

defenderdan:
I'm doubting myself now. it might forward (not been in one for ages). just put in in the other position than it is now. :oops:

ian_s:
yup, the red lever should be in the forward position, almost vertical
what diesel engine is it?

Rob:

--- Quote from: "ian_s" ---yup, the red lever should be in the forward position, almost vertical
what diesel engine is it?
--- End quote ---


Thanks - will try that.
Not sure exact details of the engine, 2.25 litre maybe.
I bought it of an ex lecturer of mine from college (engineering).
It was his sons project who unfortunately died.  He converted to diesel, then fell ill and no more work was done for a year till I bought it.
I have a mechanic helping me out but he is not an expert on land rovers.
I have all the electrics done, new radiator, re-con fuel pump, new solenoid.  So far spent about 1350, including cost of car.
Should pass the MOT this week.
I really don't know too much about them, but I have always wanted an old one, part as a hobby and part taking children, dog, bikes on camping holidays.
Not sure if it will become too expensive - I guess they don't break down that much.

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