| Author | Message | ||
     Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 183 Registered: 11-2002 |
It has finally happened. I picked up my 70 Series IIa 88 last weekend, and trailered it from LA, California to Phoenix. I named it Brutus. Seems that a female name just doesnt quite fit the truck. I am pretty excited about it. Now I just need it to pass emissions, etc. Overall, the truck is in great shape. A few dings here and there, but nothing terrible on the outside. The distributor and ignition needs replacement, and the parts are on order, and should (hopefully) be here tomorrow. This truck is just AWFUL! It is noisy, hot, uncomfortable, primitive, difficult to drive....I LOVE IT! If this is what the 'Land Rover Experience' is, it ain't pretty, but is sure is fun. Want to see pics? www.c-s-group.com/galleries/series2a/series2a.htm | ||
| Michael Noe (Noee) Senior Member Username: Noee Post Number: 663 Registered: 03-2002 |
Congrats! Prepare for some changes in your attitudes toward these things. Have fun! | ||
| John Moore (Jmoore) Senior Member Username: Jmoore Post Number: 676 Registered: 10-2002 |
Congrats! Great looking truck, is that a broom stick holding up the hood?  I just bought a 70 MGB a few months ago (Broom stick under the hood) and I have found it refreshing to work on an older car compared to my 99D2. So much more simple compared to the complex Disco. It has four fuses compared to the disco's four computers! So far it's been rewarding, but tough on the wallet! Good luck! -John | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 186 Registered: 11-2002 |
Yes, it is a broom stick..isnt that funny? Working on it has been both fun and frustrating. I am not all that much of a whiz on engines, and I have a lot to learn. But that is part of the reason I bought the truck. To gain experience fixing engines and other components that I can acutally work on, as opposed to working on the engine in my D2....which is nearly impossible. As far as my attitudes toward the trucks changing, I would expect as much. I have been cussing it since I have had it home. But I still love it. Jess | ||
| KJ (Karen) Senior Member Username: Karen Post Number: 127 Registered: 02-2002 |
Oh you know, that's a great looking truck! It looks like it's been updated with a modern LR radio? Looks identical to what my Disco has. Congrats to you on your new toy. Karen | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 187 Registered: 11-2002 |
Hey, KJ....been a while since I have seen you around. It doesnt even have a radio yet. If you mean the CB, it is a Uniden that the previous owner included with the truck. Thanks for the compliments. I hope Brutus serves me well. Jess | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 75 Registered: 03-2002 |
Hey John, how is the MGB going? I understand the wallet part. My "new head" has been upgraded to a full blown engine rebuild (cylinders were oval on 2 and 3, one cam lobe was almost worn through etc). Hopefully we'll be able to stay under the $4000 mark, but knowing how these things go, I'm not getting my hopes up. The up side of course is that under the bonnet will be neat and clean with a newly sand blasted block painted glossy black and a car that should be oil leak free. On a side note, you should see the 1960 Mini my mechanic just bought. Full restore with less than 25k on the odo. What a beautiful car. | ||
| Jake Hartley (Jake) Member Username: Jake Post Number: 196 Registered: 03-2002 |
Jess: I have owned 4 Series LRs and loved every one of them! I think that you will find that they will change your attitude and life if you use it for transportation every once and a while. Life goes at a different pace in a Series. HAVE FUN! | ||
| Paul D. Morgan (V22guy) Senior Member Username: V22guy Post Number: 1573 Registered: 02-2002 |
That's beautiful, Among you, Evan, and Mike; I have Series envy. | ||
| todd slater (Toddslater) Senior Member Username: Toddslater Post Number: 302 Registered: 08-2002 |
Jess...very nice indeed and I am sure you will get lots of enjoyment playing with it. Just think....speeding tickets are now virtually impossible Have fun...I'm going down to the garage and do a little cutting and welding now....time for steel half doors for the FJ40. | ||
| John Moore (Jmoore) Senior Member Username: Jmoore Post Number: 678 Registered: 10-2002 |
Bryan, the B is going well. I've about got it mechanically, up to snuff. New re-cored radiator, rebuilt SU's, new exhaust. I've also taken this time to clean up the engine bay. I should get the interior kit sometime next week from Prestige auto trim in the UK. Once I bolt the seats down, I will try to get it inspected and back on the road. Just in time for Summer! | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 76 Registered: 03-2002 |
John-Post some pics when you get it all back together. Hopefully summer will get here to stay soon. In Michigan, it's been in the 60's most every day and cloudy or rainy most every day thus far. Come to think of it, the B should like that kind of weather. Make it feel likes it's back home across the pond. | ||
| R. B. Bailey (Rover50987) Senior Member Username: Rover50987 Post Number: 589 Registered: 07-2002 |
NIIIICE It must be good, look how fast it can go!! You can tell by the bend in the CB antenna...  | ||
| Jack Quinlan (Jsq) Senior Member Username: Jsq Post Number: 344 Registered: 10-2002 |
aren't you emissions exempt? pretty sure you can save yourself that hassle being pre 75 | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 189 Registered: 11-2002 |
R.B. Funny. I wish it could go that fast. I was crusing with it on the trailer at 70 all the way back from Cali. Like Todd said...Speeding tickets are all but impossible. Jack: I WISH!!!! Unfortunately, Arizona is 'one of those states' Dont get me started. I believe the cutoff line is 1968, so either way, I need to get it up to snuff, at least for the test. I can retune thereafter. I have already failed emissions once, but I have a bunch of great guys helping me out from the Arizona LRO club. We will get Brutus through. | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 190 Registered: 11-2002 |
Paul. Thanks. Which ones are Evan and Mike? Where are their pics? I want to get some ideas and see what others are doing with them. ---------- Among you, Evan, and Mike; I have Series envy. --------- | ||
| Glenn Guinto (Glenn) Senior Member Username: Glenn Post Number: 636 Registered: 02-2002 |
Jess, trust me, you don't want to see Evan's pics... Glenn | ||
| Stacey R Abend (Srafj40) Member Username: Srafj40 Post Number: 105 Registered: 03-2003 |
Jess, Do you have a residence you can use out of Maricopa or Pima county. If so, no emmissions. Stacey | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 193 Registered: 11-2002 |
Glenn...No...I do, I do!!!! Stacey. I have the possibility of getting a PO Box in Pinal county. Will that work? Or do I need a residence. Phoenix IS in Maricopa County. I see you live in Tucson, Stacey. You should get in contact with the AZLRO group. We are getting the club re-organized and on solid ground again. www.azlro.org A bunch of great guys from down in Tucson. I have wheeled with several of them. Hope to see you around. | ||
| Stacey R Abend (Srafj40) Member Username: Srafj40 Post Number: 106 Registered: 03-2003 |
Jess, I am pretty sure that you need a residence. I had a property in Payson, turned it into a rental, but still registered my truck there. A friend of mine always used his parents address up in Tuba City. I do not own anything built by LR yet. My wife hinted that the FJ40 may have to be sold if I start teaching a Pima CC, (commute). If that is the case it is Disco/Defender time. :-) Then azlro, Thanks Stacey | ||
| KJ (Karen) Senior Member Username: Karen Post Number: 129 Registered: 02-2002 |
Jess, Oh boy, I see now you have a couple of Disco pics mixed in to your pictures page. My mistake on the tunes, sorry. That's such a cool looking truck, I hope you enjoy the heck out of it! Karen | ||
| Jon Santana (Mustache) Member Username: Mustache Post Number: 56 Registered: 09-2002 |
Hey, R.B. Baily, ya think Jess' Series is fast???  | ||
| Michael Noe (Noee) Senior Member Username: Noee Post Number: 664 Registered: 03-2002 |
Hey, Jess, come on over here and take a look: G&R | ||
| Glenn Guinto (Glenn) Senior Member Username: Glenn Post Number: 637 Registered: 02-2002 |
Okay Jess, don't say I didn't warn you though Glenn | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 195 Registered: 11-2002 |
KJ....that was only there to show that the temps going across the desert while pulling the Series got up to 118, according to my thermometer. Sorry for the confusion. Oh, and Jon...you aint foolin' anybody! I watched that thing climb the hill up to Big Bear in front of me. I felt bad...wanted to get out and push. | ||
| Evan Price (The_big_daddy) New Member Username: The_big_daddy Post Number: 39 Registered: 02-2003 |
Jess .. you'll have to ask Mr. Ho to see my pics | ||
| todd slater (Toddslater) Senior Member Username: Toddslater Post Number: 304 Registered: 08-2002 |
Stacey, parish the thought !!! | ||
| Jess Alvarez (Jester) Member Username: Jester Post Number: 196 Registered: 11-2002 |
Todd, you saying "cherish" or "perish"? Both truly apply in the case of Series ownership. Parish means something completely different. Jess | ||
| todd slater (Toddslater) Senior Member Username: Toddslater Post Number: 305 Registered: 08-2002 |
Jess, The fingers are quicker than the eye....you are correct I meant perish. Although, if Stacey is seriously considering selling his 40...maybe a priest could help get his mind right | ||
| Stacey R Abend (Srafj40) Member Username: Srafj40 Post Number: 107 Registered: 03-2003 |
Todd, My mind is clear, now. I hope that was not a sign of weakness. I will find some beater high fuel milage POS before I give in. Deep down my wife knows, there is no way I would sell. Stacey | ||
| John Moore (Jmoore) Senior Member Username: Jmoore Post Number: 689 Registered: 10-2002 |
Here are a few photos of my 70 MGB, I'm just now getting the interior in.    | ||
| Charles R (Charles_cr) New Member Username: Charles_cr Post Number: 3 Registered: 05-2003 |
Nice one, John I'll look great when done Charles | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 77 Registered: 03-2002 |
John, Looks good. Paint seems to be in nice shape too. | ||
| John Moore (Jmoore) Senior Member Username: Jmoore Post Number: 690 Registered: 10-2002 |
Bryan, It's not bad, I will have to take rubbing compound to it though. I do have a few bubbles on the fender seams, that I'm thinking about touching up. The seats are in the basement awaiting their leather skins. The seats too will have red piping. | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 78 Registered: 03-2002 |
John-I went to the shop to see mine on Wednesday. The engine is out of it at a machine shop getting re-bored. Hopefully it will be done sometime later this next week. Alum. head, higher compression pistons and rings, new valves, rods, bearings, re-manned cam (the old one a a lobe that was almost round), carbs rebuilt, new heater valve, thermostat, electrical block, some wiring and switches, sand blasted and painted. Just what I always wanted, $9000 invested in a car worth about $7000. Thankfully everything else on the car is new (brakes, water pump, interior, paint,stereo,a cool wood Motolita steering wheel, fans etc.) My wife ever see's the bill on this one and I may be single again living in the damn thing. | ||
| John Moore (Jmoore) Senior Member Username: Jmoore Post Number: 695 Registered: 10-2002 |
Bryan, It's gonna be nice. Isn't that why they say when you buy an old car, to buy one that someone else has already restored? You never get your money back unless you value topless driving days! | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 79 Registered: 03-2002 |
Way too true. Looking back when I purchased it though, most of the ones with everything rebuilt, repainted, redone and restored were in the $9000 range. At least I know this one is done right. And your correct, the value of driving around topless is, as MasterCard puts it, priceless. | ||
| Stacey R Abend (Srafj40) Member Username: Srafj40 Post Number: 109 Registered: 03-2003 |
Shameless posting of a pic for Jess and Todd. This morning in the Santa Rita's: Gabbers at the wheel.  | ||
| Stacey R Abend (Srafj40) Member Username: Srafj40 Post Number: 110 Registered: 03-2003 |
One last try:  |
