SAVING a SCRAP Land Rover To Rebuild Into Something Special. Will It Start? Series 2A 2.25 Diesel

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  • Welcome back to the channel
    Check out this 1972 Land Rover Series 2A!
    Am I going crazy? Just look at the state it! Yes I've bought it!
    It was going to be scrapped but lucky the Owner put it up for sale and I couldn't resist!
    A total last minute dash with the trailer to pick it up.
    Will the engine start after sitting so long?
    Check out the video to find out and wonder how on earth I managed to get it on the trailer!
    let me know in the comments what you would like me to do with it when it comes to the Restoration/Rebuild
    Enjoy the Video
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  • @georgeclements2742
    @georgeclements2742 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That is, without doubt, the rustiest chassis I have ever seen. Good luck with the restoration whichever way you go

  • @PhilipGeoghegan-mx5qz
    @PhilipGeoghegan-mx5qz 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Galvanized chassis plus refurbished what you've got,
    New engine, and your done!

  • @Garrett053
    @Garrett053 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The thumbnail picture of this poor thing made me save the video for later. Will follow.

  • @nedkelly4695
    @nedkelly4695 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done for taking that on I’d get new chassis, bulkhead and an original petrol 2.25 litre engine and keep the rough and ready look

  • @NORTHERNROVER1
    @NORTHERNROVER1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's not so bad. Mine looked better but I had to change all the same stuff. I'd recommend a galvanized chassis, new bulkhead, new suspension( parabolics are nice), gas tank, brake lines, steering relay, swivel balls and tie rod ends to get you started. Leave the body as is, the Land Rover fraternity don't really seem to care about shiny paint, engine swaps are common plus they're just great vehicles to own and drive.
    Cheers!

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't worry. Everything chassis and drive wise will be getting done on this one 😂

  • @awalk5177
    @awalk5177 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They do come up nice on a new galvanised chassis. As it is stripped it would be nice to repaint it so it has a completely new life again. It will thank you for it.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree. I prefer a painted chassis over the galv tho

    • @awalk5177
      @awalk5177 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lifes.projects Really? I have painted my galvanised chassis rear cross member and wonder about painting it all. It will outlast me for sure.

    • @samrodian919
      @samrodian919 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love the look of a galvo chassis. Remember some of the original 1948/9 chassis series one were galvanised, and they weren't painted afterwards.

    • @awalk5177
      @awalk5177 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samrodian919 Unfortunately it makes them a target and more attractive for thieves too, as they are able to get a higher price.

    • @manfredschmalbach9023
      @manfredschmalbach9023 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lifes.projects Galvanized visible: +10.000,- € more or less in LHD-Europe.

  • @MegaReception1
    @MegaReception1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My dad had like 4 Landrovers jeeps the body hold up but the chasis always rust cause of the box frame type of construction always gets water and mud trapped we had the diesel with the little four cylinder perkins needed a overdrive to go over 80 km. But super economical nice farm vehicle but a turtle in the highway. greetings from Panamá.

  • @defendermods9420
    @defendermods9420 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice project

  • @mikeraphone6745
    @mikeraphone6745 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice if you get it all done.

  • @colingarner6175
    @colingarner6175 ปีที่แล้ว

    Make it like new ❤

  • @jeffreyking1745
    @jeffreyking1745 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Over tighten those old ss bolts. They snap easy, much better than grinder for sure!

  • @jamespunch8049
    @jamespunch8049 ปีที่แล้ว

    Let the challenge begin.

  • @vk4uh96
    @vk4uh96 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My vote. New chassis but get that engine started with another started before deciding to bin it. Make it new and shiny again

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. I think I am leaning towards shiny and new myself.

  • @TheMrWoodsman
    @TheMrWoodsman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thinking of doing the same kind of restoration on a series 3, keep us updated please.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      Will do. Got quite a bit to do before this one.

  • @theworkingmanclub
    @theworkingmanclub ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Klarius exhaust on it Tom 😂 Chris@SDL

  • @user-wr4se6qg6n
    @user-wr4se6qg6n 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Make it look like new ,in green

  • @rosshannemann7772
    @rosshannemann7772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beyond plate stitching,poor old beast,love to find one that way ,never will ,thank god for a good angle grinder

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      Beyond anything I think 😂. Patches over patches, the end was inevitable . Yes thank god for a good grinder 😂

  • @onetonlandrover
    @onetonlandrover ปีที่แล้ว

    Crikey that's BAD! Join the series 2 club for lots of advice and discounts on parts including chassis.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am sure i am already a member. If not I will join thank you.

  • @davidleathem3286
    @davidleathem3286 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gleaming new is the way to go

  • @georgeyboyhowe1685
    @georgeyboyhowe1685 ปีที่แล้ว

    well done mate atb

  • @lukedulson901
    @lukedulson901 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do what you want mate it will be brilliant

  • @donsrestorations
    @donsrestorations ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If the engine can be turned over by hand, it probably is just a starter problem.

  • @g0fvt
    @g0fvt ปีที่แล้ว

    In a way it is a result having the chassis that bad, it stops you from putting plates on it. Might be fun to keep the patina look but with a smallblock Chevy or an OM606. If later on you want to make it pretty it is not that hard.

  • @keithgordon639
    @keithgordon639 ปีที่แล้ว

    Agree with Grump, new chassis with a 300tdi, sorted. Now pass the T cut. 😉😀

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like I am missing out on the consumption of T-cut! 😂😂

  • @stuartsturgess2199
    @stuartsturgess2199 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've picked up a 109 project in Leicester I'm hoping to put a peugeot turbo diesel in mine with a Steve Parker conversion kit I got the engine and kit for £300 ...I just need to get a chassis to start it with

  • @georgeyboyhowe1685
    @georgeyboyhowe1685 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i am waiting lol

  • @GrumpsBarn
    @GrumpsBarn ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Speaking as someone who has just a little experience with old Landys.....I'd suggest that with 2 bottles of T-Cut you could have sorted that.......First you drink the T-Cut....
    .....failing that, I'd grab a shiny new chassis, throw a few grand and a TDi of some description at it and enjoy a great run around for bugger all money

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rather than drink it can it just dollop it on my chips????
      Oh yes. New chassis and springs. The axles need new diff covers and rebuilding. As for engine amd gearbox you cant go wrong with a TDI (my favorite lamdy engines) but we havent completely decided yet.

    • @GrumpsBarn
      @GrumpsBarn ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lifes.projects you'd never catch me doing something like that 😂🤣😂

  • @howardwalker6737
    @howardwalker6737 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    some mud flaps and a spoiler and the phone will be ringing off the hook 🤣

  • @darrenreid7631
    @darrenreid7631 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting channel... did I buy some metal mesh panels for my chicken coop off you a couple years back ?

  • @LittleAussieRockets
    @LittleAussieRockets 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This has to be one of those rare occasions where instead of removing the motor from the car you removed the car from the motor.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I didnt thibk about it like that 🤣

  • @manfredschmalbach9023
    @manfredschmalbach9023 ปีที่แล้ว

    My first Citroen DS comes to mind when I see that chassis .... boke in half when I went over a railcrossing. Your Land< might be a wee bit worse, but not much. Looks like a phonecall at Richards' tbh. 😅

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      That phonecall is a deffinate 🤣

  • @markcraigie270
    @markcraigie270 ปีที่แล้ว

    Replace chassis,overhaul running gear and leave body as it is.

  • @franbaburiic8154
    @franbaburiic8154 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    the chassis from my land rover 2a was the same, and the worst part was that the previous owner was putting concrete in after patching the holes and I didn't know until I took it apart

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No way!!!! Thats shocking 🤣

  • @PillSharks
    @PillSharks ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking at the stickers I’m guessing it’s been a surfers truck and probably in and out the sea! What part of the country was it from?
    It’s without doubt the rusty landy I’ve ever seen…

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The guy i bought it off origionally got it from down south I think. I cant for the life of me remember what it said on the logbook but yes I think it must have been parked next to the Titanic! 🤣

  • @rosshannemann7772
    @rosshannemann7772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Start from chassis and go forward

  • @mrtablet4662
    @mrtablet4662 ปีที่แล้ว

    Patina. Td5 conversion?

  • @ockertvanniekerk1885
    @ockertvanniekerk1885 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think restore it, make it new and shiny.
    Then maybe just maybe a tdi…
    But I would say original engine

  • @PauloLima-bm3eo
    @PauloLima-bm3eo ปีที่แล้ว

    Patina td5 engine that is the way mate

  • @juansuarezdelrosario4815
    @juansuarezdelrosario4815 ปีที่แล้ว

    ¿que paso ,se cayo de un rascacielo?

  • @Bigballs72
    @Bigballs72 ปีที่แล้ว

    i know you like a challenge Tom. Just wondering if you've took a bump to the head recently. Good luck with the new project... there's a company near me called Fyloe L.R. Services. they have a load of old series Land rovers might come in handy for parts. Never used them just drove past so cant say what there like. Good to see your back and well....

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great thank you for that. As for a bump on the head..... think that was a long time ago as i can't resist stuff like this 😂

  • @Rugbyman269
    @Rugbyman269 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bit of kurust?

  • @gavin6538
    @gavin6538 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a shame it buckled. Would look great after a kid wash and dropping on a new chassis.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      I know! Have to see if the wings can be saved but i doubt it

  • @rosshannemann7772
    @rosshannemann7772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Competent tow vehicle

  • @alexanderparker195
    @alexanderparker195 ปีที่แล้ว

    full restore with a V8

  • @CameronM47
    @CameronM47 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dont bin that chassis, Auto Alex will probably buy it off you. He loves buying rust.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      Al bag it up and post it to him 🤣

  • @user-ms1vy1hc4w
    @user-ms1vy1hc4w ปีที่แล้ว

    Привіт з України! Героям Слава!

  • @defendermods9420
    @defendermods9420 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't buy a Richards chassis. Mine didn't work well for me.

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      Really? Ive heard some good reports. Ive seen a few other new chassis companies at some show i like the look of with good materials and nice welds.
      Were going to have another look closer to the time.
      What happened with your chassis?

    • @defendermods9420
      @defendermods9420 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lifes.projects mine is a 300tdi defender. Engine mounts welded to high and not in the right place. Rear x member should have been a td5 one as I had the option for a rear tank fitted between rails etc, and mine is a 90.
      They fitted a 300tdi rear x member so had to weld td5 tub brackets on.. and so on..

    • @lifes.projects
      @lifes.projects  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@defendermods9420 Oh 😕 how did you get on with the welding or did they sort it for you?

    • @johnchetwynd3618
      @johnchetwynd3618 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only ‘complaint’ I had with my Richards chassis (300 Tdi 90), was that two of the exhaust mountings were in slightly the wrong place

    • @defendermods9420
      @defendermods9420 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lifes.projects I welded the new engine mounts in the right place and the x member I welded the td5 bracket on and had to cut the old 300tdi rear tub mounts off. So not a clean looking rear end .

  • @PatrickEdwards-en2kz
    @PatrickEdwards-en2kz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    WHY ????

  • @samrodian919
    @samrodian919 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jeez I'm only 50 seconds in and that is truly the very worst chassis I have ever seen in pictures or in person !

  • @grahameroberts8109
    @grahameroberts8109 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ashes to ashes and dust to dust! What a task. It’s going to be great to watch. Hopefully without the awful music. Where’s all your mates/helpers?👍🏻🙏🦘