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“Ingrid”

1980 Land Rover Series 3 88″ Resto-Mod

A massive overhaul featuring a 200Tdi diesel swap, Defender disc brakes all around, P38 Range Rover power steering, new chassis, WARN 8274 winch, and overdrive — everything powder-coated.

Quick Facts
Year 1980
Model Series III 88″
Status Completed

Meet “Ingrid.” Massive overhaul. Highlights of this build are:

  • 200Tdi turbo diesel.
  • All-around Defender disc brakes.
  • P38 Classic Range Rover hydraulic power steering.
  • New chassis.
  • New bulkhead.
  • New Defender front seats.
  • New Truetrac rear differential locker.
  • New stainless steel fuel tank.
  • New stainless steel WATER tank for an onboard shower.
  • New heavy-duty front bumper with WARN 8274 winch.
  • New heavy-duty rear bumper with swing-away tire mount pivot.
  • New heavy-duty soft-top hoops assembly.
  • New all-around LEDs — and lots of them.
  • New aftermarket big-output cab heater.
  • Everything stainless-steel-braided hydraulic lines.
  • All intake-to-exhaust custom-made stainless steel tubing with Magnaflow.
  • Overdrive.
  • AND EVERYTHING powder-coated!

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