Series 1 86 Mechanic in South Florida

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ejc67764

Discussion Starter · 14 d ago

Greetings all,

I've got a great 55 Series 1 86 that needs a head gasket replaced and just can't seem to find a mechanic in the area. Full disclosure, I've worked with Norman (Brit4wd) and Stephen (Safari HP) and have not had the best of luck Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

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phoenix37

· #2 · 14 d ago

If you are willing to travel north ... Roverchef on here in St Augustine and James at British 4x4 in Jacksonville.

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ejc67764

Discussion Starter · #3 · 14 d ago

Thanks. Those are options. I'll take a look. I'm in Miami. I just wish there was someone reputable here. Oh well.

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hanzo111

· #4 · 14 d ago

Find a Cuban born back alley mechanic. Miami is full of them. Could probably fix it with a toothpick and a bologna sandwich. Find one that is busy and been there for a long time.

that’s what I would do if I couldn’t find a Land Rover specialist nearby.

I have a guy here that repairs my fleet cars, he’s from elSalvadore. Charges me 50 an hour and can literally fix anything. Installed new electric A/C compressor and components in my fleet Lexus hybrid for $350 labor.

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ejc67764

Discussion Starter · #5 · 14 d ago

Truer words could not be spoken. I've actually engaged in that search as well being of Cuban descent myself I realized over the years that desire to do the work is sometimes more important than ability. Thanks for the message.

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lcdck

· #6 · 14 d ago (Edited)

A head gasket replacement on the 2.0 liter is a very simple repair. Any experienced mechanic with a set of whitworth wrenches should be able to do it. If the engine is original it should be the later spread bore. I would take the time to order replacement parts, get the manual (or at least a pdf version) and present all to the mechanic so they don't have to research. Should be as simple as checking the head and block once removed and reinstalling.

What is going on here? Is that for your choke to return?

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ejc67764

Discussion Starter · #7 · 14 d ago

Thank you for the insight. I have already ordered the gasket replacement kit as well as a new ignition coil, new distributor assembly, electric fuel pump and spare carburetor. You are correct in that that is the choke return spring.

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RANGEROVERSURFER

· #8 · 14 d ago

ejc67764 said:
Thank you for the insight. I have already ordered the gasket replacement kit as well as a new ignition coil, new distributor assembly, electric fuel pump and spare carburetor. You are correct in that that is the choke return spring.

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ejc67764

Discussion Starter · #9 · 14 d ago

Much appreciated Tony (from Alaska)

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