The Landy's impressive history is just the beginning.
From Vietnam war service to the modern world, this Landy has lived a life. But her next big adventure starts now: in 2027, we're driving her from Brisbane to Birmingham.
Below are some videos I created while I were restoring the Land Rover. As a small disclaimer, I have zero clue how to do any of the things, and I am making things up as I go along with trial and error. There is no guarantee that the information below is correct.
(I also received quite a few cuts, burns and bruises restoring the car, so I am not a health and safety person!)
The History of the Landy Rover
Introduction to the history of the Landy Rover
Installing the Roof
Trying to install the roof with one person
Restoration Progress so Far
Feb 2025 - A Walk Around the Landy
Moving again after 20 years!
The Landy Goes Offroad!
Land Rover Wheel alignment
..and I do it wrong and stuff it up
Installing Side and Back Window Rubber Seals
A horrible job and makes a mess
Installing gear lever rubbers
..and I put one on the wrong way round!
4WD not working
Help! My yellow knob is stuck.
Installing Headlights
The Landy Can See Again!
How to Start The Landy Rover
The dashboard is in, so start the engines!
The Restoration so Far
A photo montage of the restoration so far.
Freewheeling Wheel Flanges
Putting The Landy back to basics
Door Restoration - Part 1
The final big job to do
Door Restoration - Part 2
The doors are looking much better
Door Restoration - Part 3
Getting bored with this job now!
Polarising the Dynamo
A spark and a zap and it works!
Installing Rear Door Glass
Installing the iconic Land Rover back windows
Installing Britpart Front Seats
No more sitting on the metal box!
Finally a Road Test
The first time on the road in over 20 years!
Installing MudUK Door Cards
Hard plastic door inserts look great!
Replacing the Speedo Cable
The test drive showed 0mph
Replacing / Installing hub and axle gaskets
I forgot to do these when I replaced the bearings and oil leaked.
Reverse bleeding brakes to remove trapped air
Bleeding brakes is the worst ever task and quite possibly the most annoying!
September 2025 - Restoration Complete (Almost)
Well, almost complete and getting very very close to the roadworthy inspection.