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BuckBlu110

Member Since: 19 Apr 2014
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1994 Defender 110 BMW M57 3.0 Diesel CSW Buckingham Blue

Ah ok, it might be worth getting a lower flow rate like the 115 model then you reckon?
The stat is a Mahle which is the best I can get to do what it’s supposed to. Tested opening at 88 degrees which is what lead me to believe better flow at low revs may help.
Thanks for the help and insight again James

21st Mar 2025 2:38pm

jst

Member Since: 14 Jan 2008
Location: Taunton
Posts: 8208

2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Stornoway Grey

How much does the stat open? What the range of movement 12mm or more? Cheers

James
110 2010 XS Utility
130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
90 M57 1988 Hardtop

21st Mar 2025 11:50pm

BuckBlu110

Member Since: 19 Apr 2014
Location: in the pub
Posts: 729

Unfortunately at the time I didn’t actually measure how much it opened, it appeared to open its full range of motion, a good 10mm by eye.

22nd Mar 2025 7:59am

jst

Member Since: 14 Jan 2008
Location: Taunton
Posts: 8208

A correctly functioning stat is crucial. Of the Mahle ones I have only two from 8 opened at correct temp and opened fully. Cheers

James
110 2010 XS Utility
130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
90 M57 1988 Hardtop

22nd Mar 2025 9:27pm

BuckBlu110

Member Since: 19 Apr 2014
Location: in the pub
Posts: 729

I’ll whip the stat out again and have a measure up as soon as I can.
Looks like Marcus at MWmachines is working on a thermostat to help with this problem so I may look into that at some stage.
One last question and I’ll leave you alone, Davis Craig recommend drilling two holes to help circulation, did you do this or do you think it’s not necessary if the stat is (should be) open when the pump switches on?

22nd Mar 2025 11:35pm

jst

Member Since: 14 Jan 2008
Location: Taunton
Posts: 8208

Mine is connected is such a way it can only come on when the stat is open so, no I didn't drill any holes.

Marcus and I have been discussing stats alot. Cheers

James
110 2010 XS Utility
130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
90 M57 1988 Hardtop

23rd Mar 2025 3:18pm

BuckBlu110

Member Since: 19 Apr 2014
Location: in the pub
Posts: 729

Thanks again James, all very appreciated information

23rd Mar 2025 4:09pm

RoadForce

Member Since: 17 Jul 2014
Location: Holland
Posts: 344

2000 Defender 130 Td5 HCPU Coniston Green

jst wrote:
RoadForce wrote:
That's one lovely 130, very well done! I noticed you have full length rock sliders / upgraded sills, where did you source them? Or did you fabricate those yourself? Most I find are too short for a 130 (like the ones previously on your car).

Safari equip sills. Well made not so great finish

Thanks, will have a look

Can you elaborate on the "not so great" finish? Is it fit or longevity you're not so impressed with? Defender 130 HCPU Td5 MY2000

27th Mar 2025 4:39pm

jst

Member Since: 14 Jan 2008
Location: Taunton
Posts: 8208

the paint comes off Cheers

James
110 2010 XS Utility
130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
90 M57 1988 Hardtop

27th Mar 2025 9:07pm

RoadForce

Member Since: 17 Jul 2014
Location: Holland
Posts: 344

Good to know, thanks! Defender 130 HCPU Td5 MY2000

3rd Apr 2025 4:29pm

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