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Less Junk in the Trunk

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May 2012 Update

I’ve recently been reminded that its been some time since my last update, so to keep my fans happy, here is a MEGA UPDATE. See how that’s written in all caps? That means this is super-sized, Costco level update. So … Continue reading

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Shiny Stuff

Bonus Two-Post Day! After getting some frustration about the mechanic off my chest, I want to explain what I had done to my truck over the 40+ days it was in the shop. Mystery rattle under tub Squealing brakes Strong … Continue reading

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The Wiley Land Rover Mechanic

Two updates for the price of one today!  I’m starting to see a troubling pattern, follow along: 1. Truck exhibits a number of small problems that finally prompt me to schedule an appointment with my mechanic. For all you DIY … Continue reading

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[Insert Rock Anthem Music Here]

If I really wanted to set the mood, I’d have Motley Crue’s Home Sweet Home playing in the background, permanently set to 11. Instead you’ll have to settle for this rock montage: Anyway, the real reason you’re here is this: … Continue reading

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Good Diagnosis

The fuel tank arrived today, and off to the mechanic I sped (after 2 fillings at the dentist, but I digress). See it pictured below, packed in the inimitable style of Dale. Thanks again. I spent some quality time discussing … Continue reading

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In a nutshell…

Overview of the FounD90 blog. Continue reading

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You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy…

OK – one of my favorite quotes from Star Wars. Anyway, finding the Defender has proven to be the easy part of this whole thing so far. Once I found it, I needed to get as much information as I … Continue reading

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The Find

A friend and I were driving back from visiting guitar shops (another expensive hobby) one day this past winter when the topic of cars came up. He always wanted a muscle car. I mentioned my interest in a Land Rover … Continue reading

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The allure of the “Barn Find”

It might be genetic, it might be taught. Passed down from generation to generation. There’s nothing more enticing to an American male, than the Barn Find. It doesn’t matter if it’s a classic car, a rare vehicle, or just an … Continue reading

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