I've had my 1986 4/4 for 20 years and in descending order of benefit, I would list the following modifications

- Replaced 90bhp CVH engine with 165bhp GM Ecotec
- SSL Front suspension
- Mulberry aluminium radiator
- Hi-Spec 4-pot front brakes
- Simmonds hood and tonneau cover
- 4/4 Sport 4-leaf rear springs
- Tubular rear bar with telescopic dampers
- Quaife ATB differential
- Panhard rod
- Anti-tramp bars
- Front brake reaction bars
- Fibreglass wings from Sid Watson
- Headlamp relays
- Convex door mirrors
- Simmonds door top padding
- 'Professional' top spec dash switches from Holdens
- Sidescreen steadies from Librands
- Tool tray under rear parcel shelf
- Uncle Melvyn's roller steering stops

Plus loads of things like stainless fasteners, braided brake lines, rebuilt/replacement parts, LED light bulbs etc which don't really count as modifications as they are basically the same spec as the old.


Tim H.
1986 4/4 VVTi Sport, 2002 LR Defender, 2022 Mini Cooper SE