Series 3 to Defender! - Land Rover Forums

fotoman4u · #1 05-24-2009, 04:01 PM

This might sound silly But can I change my Series 3 Bonnet and front grill to make it look like a defender??? Does any one know if it would fit?

antichrist · #2 05-25-2009, 08:28 AM

Never tried it, but the Stage One was basically a 109 with a V8 and Defender wings, bonnet and breakfast.
You'd probably have to convert to an electric fan since the radiator will be too far from the engine.

fotoman4u · #3 05-25-2009, 02:53 PM

Thank you Tom, I appreciate it. Part of me wants to keep it classic and part of me wants to upgrade it!

antichrist · #4 05-26-2009, 01:20 PM

The stock series front is perfect for a Warn 8274 winch. Fits perfect behind the bumper so you get the best pull without messing up your approach angle.

RoveringAgain · #5 05-26-2009, 07:10 PM

Doug Shipman (Ship's Mechanical Services, Portland OR) more-or-less did this when he made "Blue". It's a Rangie, completely rebodied with Series IIA parts. Looks pretty much like a Series truck, completely modern below the skin. VERY cool.

fotoman4u · #6 05-27-2009, 05:29 AM

Do You have any links to photos by any chance? It would be cool to check out. Thanks

antichrist · #7 05-27-2009, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by RoveringAgain

Doug Shipman (Ship's Mechanical Services, Portland OR) more-or-less did this when he made "Blue".

How do you figure? It's the opposite of what the OP was asking.

fotoman4u · #8 05-28-2009, 01:06 PM

Does anyone know where I can get a roll cage for outside of my series?