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    What does the (!) dash light mean?

    The warning light next to the parking brake light, looks like (!), comes on intermittently. What does it mean and how do I make it go away?
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    "Betsy" my 80

    I thought I would start a thread documenting the progress on my 1996 80 series, 24 valve. She's in a generally good condition, just the usual oil seal leaks etc. I'll post some pics of her shortly I've already fixed some oil leaks on the valve cover. The next jobs I plan are: - Seats to be...
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    Volton Combi - use for split charge?

    Morning Has anyone got any experience using one of these to drive a big relay for split charging or for an auxiliary power outlet (eg for a fridge). http://www.towbex.co.uk/100230/info.php?p=3&pid=619845&ack=9 Ive got one lying around the house and would like to use it if its suitable...
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    Roof Rack Build

    Evening all... I have started building a roof rack for my 80 over the Easter weekend. The reason for building is that I couldn't bring myself to pay N$10,000 (650 pounds) for the roof racks available here in Namibia (front runner etc), when the materials would cost about 60 pounds. Anyway, I...
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    Valve cover breather pipe loose - 24 valve engine

    Hi all, The metal pipe to which the rubber breather pipe is attached on the valve cover feels loose if you wiggle it and the engine is leaking a little oil around the joint. Is this normal? or is there a oil seal or something that has disintegrated? I can't seem to find a diagram of the cover...
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    cb in Namibia

    I'm thinking of buying a second hand cb radio to take with me to Namibia. Does anyone know if they use the same frequencies there as they do here? Cheers James
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    16" Wheel for 80

    Hi I'm looking for a standard 16" wheel / rim for my 80 series. Can be alloy or steel as it will be for my second spare tyre. Prefer not to have a refurbed one - it should match the ones already on my truck. Thanks James
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    BFG A/T tread depth

    Hi Guys Does anyone know the tread depth of a new BFG all terrain tyre? Cheers James
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    Expedition vehicle of choice in 20 years time

    This is more of a philosophical question. My truck is now 16 years old and is my expedition/camping/overland/play vehicle of choice today :D If I look around at the new vehicles available today, I don't think I would choose any of them to do an overland trip in any of them in 16 years time...
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    Thule Roof bars

    Hi guys I'm trying to get rid of these from my other car I sold. Will fit cars that have fixed roof rails. They are good and sturdy - obviously has some wear & tear, but in good condition. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230817380583? ... 1555.l2649 Willing to take offers Thanks James
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    Rear wheel hub stud bolt

    This weekend while taking tyres off to check brake pads and general condition of axles, piping, wiring etc one of the rear wheel hub stud bolts for the wheel nuts had broken off :shock: Is there an easy way to replace these without taking the axle apart. ie can I just take the disk off and...
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    5 X BFGs

    Not mine / bidding - but would be interesting to see how much these go for: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120935196311? ... 1436.l2649
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    Achilles Desert Hawk H/T tyres

    I've got these for sale if any one is interested. Open to offers.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230815873348? ... 1555.l2649 Cheers James
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