Restoring a Classic Land Rover

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A 1970s Land Rover stopped working. With zero mechanical experience, we tried to fix it...
This is not a how to guide, rather a few amateurs fumbling their way through a repair. Whilst we had the roof off, we thought it would be a perfect opportunity to convert to a soft top in time for summer. After 20 hours of driving and a ferry crossing we made it to the Farmhouse in France, and are cracking on with an upcoming roof restoration! Subscribe to catch that :)

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@Andrew-ib7gs 3 жыл бұрын

This video is so damn well done - the way it's been filmed is brilliant - well impressed. Tons of work just editing this video, deserves millions of views This bloke can build barns, fix land rovers and even film it all beautifully, I can't even wire a friggin plug.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You’re right about the time editing :)

@iqbalfadillah124 3 жыл бұрын

The absence of music make more better

@user-bh1xk1vh4b 3 ай бұрын

The best thing about this rebuild. XD

@ericsevern 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been binge watching your channel and loving it. I love building stuff, especially building buildings, so it’s been difficult to look away. I love how you don’t stand in front of the camera and take ten minutes to tell us what you’re about to do and then do it in one. Writing down, briefly, what you’re about to do, either on the screen or on the material you’re using is brilliant. You’re right that we don’t need to be told what you’re about to do, and how, as you’re about to show us. Keep it up.

@nottheone582 2 жыл бұрын

there's something elegant about the simplicity of these old machines. nothing extra, just the essentials! cheers to a lovely build mate

@downwarddonk 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this so much more than 99% of other content on KZfaq. No over-used royalty free music, no speaking into camera making simple statements extremely wordy and long-winded to extend the video length, no plugging fugly carbon fibre effect card wallets. Just great content. Now I need a Landy.

@yzlover7779 2 жыл бұрын

@ridgewallets😂

@charlesyoungblood1402 Жыл бұрын

So glad that we're preserving these beauties . They were built with a lot of love and passion !

@bernardbarbour 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, loved the ending. Taking the Old Rover across the channel epic. Thank you, much enjoyed.

@techscrewtv4529 3 жыл бұрын

Love it!!! Land Rover restoration, followed by a roof restoration Very close to my heart 👍

@h.chadders 3 жыл бұрын

I love old Cars like this 😍. Makes me smile 😀. They have their own personalities. Modern Cars are soulless.

@aaaaaaaaaa697 3 жыл бұрын

I love the adventure. Thanks for taking us along. Much love from Panama City Florida USA

@hdwoodshop 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing. You’re blessed to have brothers or friends to assist in your repairs. Amazing work. That Rover is legendary. I would’ve brushed a few coats of olive green paint, though.

@revanslacey Жыл бұрын

The old patina is nice though.

@theascenderrc8545 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this service. don’t let the Rovers die out!

@williamstainer7214 3 жыл бұрын

Came here for the Land rover, stayed for the farm/barn restoration. Great content, subscribed :D

@VineV-Dutch Жыл бұрын

Our 4X4 club. When arriving at camp; Toyota, Nissan and the Mercedes G, all Star to BBQ and have a beer. The LR owners are getting out their wrenches, screwdrivers and ducttape...Nuff said. Besides LR's are for overpaid, narcistic soccer player.

@avibank 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Fantastic editing. Really glad you're back on the farm.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@lancedaniels 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting and sharing. Nice to see the Land Rover running after your repair work.

@yummboy2 3 жыл бұрын

What fun! Leave it to the intrepid Carl to come up with a such a challenging and worthwhile project. I am so envious it hurts. And you made it back to France, apparently without incident. Congratulations, my man! I look forward to your next adventure in restoration. You never cease to amaze.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I can’t take the credit on this, my brother did all the work, I just provided some extra hands! Thanks for the lovely comment :)

@yummboy2 3 жыл бұрын

@@carlroge Hey, I appreciate the disclaimer, but still a cool video and I am still envious.

@grahameroberts8109 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are a credit to society. The world is a better place with you guys in it. Congratulations and keep it up. 👍🏻🙏🏽🙏🏽

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Grahame!

@fgseabra 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Like everything should be, straight to the point, simple and no BS

@geographyinaction7814 2 жыл бұрын

While this seems like a lot of work, it's actually brilliant. When designed, the designers knew that soldiers, REME's, explorers whomever, would have a block and tackle and a set of spanners...they wouldn't have a hoist in the desert or jungle. Imagine being able to fix the whole bloody car while it's on its wheels???

@elrud5964 2 жыл бұрын

Or you could replace the clutch with only a bottle jack and about 6 hours with a normal car.

@landynlondon7474 2 жыл бұрын

you prolly dont give a shit but does anyone know a trick to log back into an instagram account..? I was dumb lost my login password. I would appreciate any help you can offer me.

@landynlondon7474 2 жыл бұрын

@Adrien Rudy Thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Seems to take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

@landynlondon7474 2 жыл бұрын

@Adrien Rudy it did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thank you so much, you saved my ass!

@adrienrudy8004 2 жыл бұрын

@Landyn London no problem xD

@tattyratty123 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to watch, I used to walk along // beside and on top and underneath the landrover tracks and it fascinated me watching all the various parts being fitted to these lovely machines, then some days I would drive them around the factory , great fun.

@CherylCold Жыл бұрын

Just started getting into this channel, been building a cabin and main house also restoring a few classic cars for the past few years. Its incredibly satisfying, no good with a camera though!! Thanks for sharing the journey.

@monkeymansean2 3 жыл бұрын

Respect! Driving Land Rovers long distance is completely exhausting. Then they break down and that is exhausting too.

@briangarrow448 3 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful old Landrover. She deserves the best care possible. Truly a classic vehicle. Well done sir.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

she is indeed!

@GrizzlyNbearOverland 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful car 😍 makes me want one. And great story driving to France to the Ferme.

@IamNasman 3 жыл бұрын

You’ve got one...sort of!

@jordanson66 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man, this bring memories back from my service days in Jordan , I finished my two years service in Jan 85, I rode this thing daily for two years. Land-rover is the most uncomfortable vehicle in the history of vehicles. But soldiers are not meant to ride in luxury. The most reliable car in the world no other car come even close. Well-done guys, thank you for this.

@banswood7438 3 жыл бұрын

Your story seems pretty interesting! I wonder how's your life back in '80s serving Jordan. Thank you for sharing. It will be great if we can see your memorable pictures with the defender too.

@VineV-Dutch Жыл бұрын

@JazzFunkNobby1964 Жыл бұрын

@@VineV-Dutch Which of these Toyota, Nissan and the Mercedes G were in production when the early Land Rovers were being produced?

@edrawarwickshire3701 Жыл бұрын

@@JazzFunkNobby1964 they're shady people, they like to spread some hates towards other brand

@jaldeborgh 2 жыл бұрын

Fun video, it’s great to see these old vehicles given new life and actually used.

@impirk3212 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Can't wait for more restoration videos. Thanks

@ronanguillermic6383 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice video and glad to see you back to my lovely country! No mask required in the wild! Look forward to the next episode

@overland_west_bath 3 жыл бұрын

Nice Landy, looks great with the canvas back.

@LandRoverDrive 9 ай бұрын

Love this, always great to see old icons being restored! 👌😊

@ryanblanco5866 3 жыл бұрын

Superb. Really love the classic landy series.

@MrPropanePete 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. In the late 60's I had a Mk 2A SWB and this video really brought back memories of Whitworth bolts, skinned knuckles and being covered in grease and dirt every time I worked on it (which was often)...

@fadjarroosdianto6079 3 жыл бұрын

You had it at its prime. Must be really fun.

@Antagraber 2 жыл бұрын

You made it... I am going to subscribe. Initially, I got fascinated with roof repair series. And now I am watching this Land Rover restoration

@henriklarsson5221 2 жыл бұрын

Just like with old tractors, as long as there exist an interest(IE money to be made), then there will be parts to be found. ^)^

@ivarwb4115 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video, and some really good editing. Your Landy looked very good with the canvas top!

@malcolmlane-ley2044 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just contemplating a Defender resto and your video has inspired me no end, thanks.

@jonbutton3259 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for leaving in all the mechanical sounds during the high speed segments in your vid's. Well done!

@artofwar-3263 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job guys, the canvas looks great !

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@artofwar-3263 3 жыл бұрын

@@carlroge I do not own a land rover but I do own a paint extension pole lol I mean clutch alignment tool.....that was 👍

@Jc2260 3 жыл бұрын

Just found this channel and loving the content! Thanks for sharing!

@DavidLee-yu7yz 3 жыл бұрын

I love the sound and unmistakable smell of the series Landrovers, I bet it feels good to be back in France and the roads are perfect for such an old girl.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

ive taken to using ear plugs for longer journeys!

@manfredschmalbach9023 3 жыл бұрын

@@carlroge That originally was an elaborate Moto Guzzi technique ....

@shakey2634 3 жыл бұрын

Having the right tools (mostly) and a couple of good mates to help out makes all the difference! Good job! Time for a pint!

@shakey2634 3 жыл бұрын

@Quirin M. Ha! Yes, I have a friend or two that only get called when we are demolishing stuff they can't hurt.

@A-Lovely-Bit-of-Kit Жыл бұрын

What's better than having KZfaq present highly relevant, 2 year old content. Great video!

@eduardomadrid9867 2 жыл бұрын

Great job man. I love watching your videos.

@imochiexe5056 Жыл бұрын

Good to have car mechanic knowledge and a willingness to help.😊

@vitorcarriel9515 3 жыл бұрын

Great footage and nice fixing car process. Let's wait for next vídeos!

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Coming soon!

@manitobaman5588 3 жыл бұрын

What? Carpet in a Land Rover? Sacrilege I say, Former 1966 Series IIA owner here . Drove one to Belize from Manitoba, Canada in '81 and yes, back. Replaced one set of points. Its six thousand miles or 10,000 kms and change. It was slow and uncomfortable but steady. You brought back some memories guys. Great video .

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the story! Glad you enjoyed it :)

@dennisfromsc5506 3 жыл бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Gives me encouragement as I work on my 1971 series 2a.

@jordyboy321 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. 1980 military lightweight.

@phantomrose1999 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, watching while in bed on lockdown Sunday morning. Reminds me of my 340 charger when I was young.

@terrystephens1102 Жыл бұрын

A really clever piece of engineering for an era when people lived in isolated locations with very little mechanical repair equipment 😁👌👌👏👏👏👏

@micheledesmet4186 3 жыл бұрын

Superbe propriété! Hâte de voir la suite.

@peterverlinde5421 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review and story !

@tripleseven8361 3 жыл бұрын

Even when they look like crap, they still look great!

@karimalameddine5092 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool! Thanks for sharing!

@patrickmorris3721 2 жыл бұрын

I’d say hands 🙌 down that’s the cleanest Land Rover restoration. There 20 years left in that before it needs any work done 😉

@moiragoldsmith7052 3 жыл бұрын

Between your videos and Maximus Ironthumper I should be an expert in Old series Landrovers by now! Brilliantly done you lot! x

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers moira! 😇

@JanDootjes 3 жыл бұрын

Good job! Love working on Series.

@smallworldtrip 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job guys!

@conrad1468 3 жыл бұрын

Great job guys!!

@jools182 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed when I saw the restoration work coming up in France

@hawk2million 10 ай бұрын

Green with envy. What an absolute beaut!

@franciscocampos463 3 жыл бұрын

Carl congratulations , when we “feel “ a series ,It,s love forever

@AlexKoehler 3 жыл бұрын

I sold my Series III Diesel (actually '81 Santana) a couple of years ago. The biggest mistake of my life... Anyways: enjoy the drive and have a lot of fun! Cheers from Germany!

@chriskeating5926 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I can see how you would regret that alot ! I would too!

@steveedwards8771 3 жыл бұрын

Been there, got the t shirt. Brought back some great memories. Miss mine like crazy. Great vid.

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, I’m loving reading these comments about people’s old landys. Why did you sell her?

@steveedwards8771 3 жыл бұрын

carlrogers I simply needed something more modern. I couldn’t afford to keep her, however I owned her (79) series 3 for five years and got my money back!

@steveedwards8771 3 жыл бұрын

Should also point out I wanted a car with seat belts, brakes and a turning circle😂😂

@manfredschmalbach9023 3 жыл бұрын

@@steveedwards8771 .... instead of a "turning quadrat" with one of the corners in the way every time You really needed to get around not reversing twice .... You gotta love her, don't You?

@montyzumazoom1337 3 жыл бұрын

I love my series 3 too

@coreyking3499 Жыл бұрын

Great video, you have some serious talent!

@alistairgmail1115 3 жыл бұрын

Well done its such a labour of ove to drive these let alone work on them i know having done similar seriae 2a light weght etc you gyes are brilliant keep going!!!

@SnuggleBear1970 3 жыл бұрын

The egg was hilarious! Loved it.

@flipeecupsstuff7632 2 жыл бұрын

That Rover fired right at the first lick of that key! I need to get one...

@kevinbodnar448 5 ай бұрын

Many hands make light work, great video thank you for sharing

@AlfordLau 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work!

@mjac8373 2 жыл бұрын

"Paint roller extension clutch alignment tool"...You guys are awesome! Really enjoyed this video and great job!! Appreciate the lack of inane music too.

@robertanderson-yx8mo Жыл бұрын

Fantastic filming

@szilagyiattilaandras6151 3 жыл бұрын

The ad made the show unenjoyable!

@ForemanAndWilmsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent work gentlemen.

@bugey8226 2 жыл бұрын

De temps en temps, une vidéo sans musique, c’est reposant... courage pour ta restauration et vive les land !

@eamonndoran7035 3 жыл бұрын

Wow wow wow. In love with it!!!

@stuartmiller8053 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, nothing makes a LR look cooler than a soft top. Stu NZ

@risimawary4512 3 жыл бұрын

I love ancient cars and old cars too😀☺

@andrestapia3332 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Bolivia, amazing job!!!

@philippeggmann9809 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video, Great content! Keep it up!

@IAm1InTheIAm Жыл бұрын

Hi, I got a '71 that looks just like yours except with an aluminum top. Met a nice Polish girl last week while she was passing through my little Alaskan town in her Landy Defender, named Eva who has a German Shepherd just like yours. Cool coincidence. Cheers to you👍

@k.s.3748 3 жыл бұрын

Fun! Sounds like a tractor with digestive problems. Shroud would help, you're right. Cheers from Texas.

@mmau 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video! Surprising, how similar this is to our Defender TD5!

@arivion 3 жыл бұрын

What an awesome video!

@catgynt9148 Жыл бұрын

Looking back a year to see what content was available prior to me finding this page. I was somewhat surprised that as part of the clutch maintenance that parts removed weren’t rust removed, brushed and repainted. The new canvas cover is terrific. Was it waterproofed to prevent shrinking after rain exposure? You have a great team of helpful hands. Wishing you and your compatriots blessed days filled with gentle seasons, nourishing rain and restful evenings. Peace brother

@severinoj.s.sobrinho6165 3 жыл бұрын

Very good, awaiting new farmhouse restoration videos

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Coming soon!

@1911wood 4 ай бұрын

That front view of the car running down the street felt like the most British thing I’ve seen.

@antoniopalmero551 3 жыл бұрын

That looks restored before you took it apart, you should come pick mine up if you want a Land Rover to restore 🤪

@SuperActionForceGo 3 жыл бұрын

And mine 😂

@spinohobbies126 3 жыл бұрын

Not mine but that soft top sure

@bobdickweed 3 жыл бұрын

Thats the first time i seen a roof come off ,too replace a clutch,, great job men..;-)

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

logical it is not

@51WCDodge 3 жыл бұрын

The only way with the roof on is out the passenger door. A whole hell of a lot easier to take the roof off.

@harrytehobbycorner3089 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Excellent project for covid period

@teamchuggers 2 жыл бұрын

These old cars are great to work on. So much simpler than todays over complicated rubbish.

@landyfish0116 3 жыл бұрын

Wow enjoy guys...! I had to sell my ‘61’ series 2 to move ... miss it .. bravo..

@mozaic_channel 3 жыл бұрын

Really neat channel. I grew up near Pau, Pyrenees Atlantique. Interesting to see the progress.

@sahabatbonsai8864 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful projects 😎

@espinela 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, brilliant!

@rustandoil Жыл бұрын

Good video, nicely filmed too👍🏻

@edjack1993 3 жыл бұрын

Had my Series 3 for 5 years. Was fun (when it wasn’t broken down at the side of the road). Great with the roof off. Sold it recently however - itch has been scratched. Jimny on the way.

@AustinH7 3 жыл бұрын

This Land Rover is in better condition than most cars in the rust belt

@robertokahn2235 2 жыл бұрын

Hey guys this video is perfect i change my def 90 hard to a soft top and i m very happy thank you four share this video!!! Have a nice life with a Defender !!! Tears!!

@DavidJohnson-cr5lq 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I have a 77 SWB with canvas top too. I didn't see you grease the input shaft or spigot b4 reassembly. I hope it doesn't start squealing. If so, you can wrangle the box out with a door off & top still on. A previous owner of mine cut & plated - with bolts- the cross member on mine so it can allow box removal from below. The Aus army made that a standard feature. Good luck with the old girl...

@carlroge 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips, we did grease the shaft before re assembly. Thankfullly the kit came with some included

@cameronfreer4267 Жыл бұрын

There is so much that makes up a series for it to be original when it gets restored and that comes down to the type of bolts you use, the rivets etc... it really can be a lot