Tag: series 2a
-
Daisy Days
In the quiet pause of a daring choice, the heart leaps toward unknown horizons, where high adventure carves the soul into something bolder, brighter. Each brave step, a dance with providence, a single petal of growth toward full blossom. (..Poppy in a daisy field)
-
Field Rover
Some grassy field outtakes from after the forest wedding on Vancouver Island. Moody changing skies allowed golden evening light to shine through before fading. A lovely day in a beautiful location at the foot of Mt Arrowsmith, a field of flowers surrounded by forest.
-
Rover Wedding
Poppy was invited to participate in a forest wedding on Vancouver Island. A lovely day in a beautiful location at the foot of Mt Arrowsmith, a field of flowers surrounded by forest. The creative director was quite competent and relaxed so it was a great opportunity to get creative without any pressure. Celebrating faithfulness and…
-
Rear half shaft
A mighty bang in the rear area of a series rover whilst driving, followed instantly by complete loss of drive is most likely a snapped rear half shaft. The half shafts transfer power from the differential to the hubs of the wheels by means of splines around each end (10 splines in general for most…
-
Land Rovers & Coffee
A lovely spring day for a rove, and a chance to connect with some new people over rovers and coffee. The first ever Land Rover Cars and Coffee event hosted by Cafe 356 in French Creek. Attended by around ten rovers overall, including two series 2a, two defenders, and a range of range rovers and…
-
Spotted: 1963 Series 2a pickup cab
A lovely series 2a 109″ with pickup cab that has had the same owner for 41 years. During that time it has been a daily driver for decades, been converted from a 5-door station wagon to a 2-door pickup with a Weber carb, and spent many years working on a farm on Vancouver Island. It…
-
Spotted: series boneyard
A “secret” spot with many potential projects waiting patiently for sponsors to help bring them back to life. Plenty of character and patina, keep them safe and get them going!
-
An afternoon in Paris
A rare opportunity to pick up parts in person from the Canadian source, 3 Brothers Classic Rovers in Paris, Ontario. They stock many items that can only be found overseas and are very helpful in making sure they have the correct parts for a specific vehicle. They are also the Paintman Paints distributors for Canada.…
-
Rover convoy
Heading home from the beach with two parties, one in a 58 year old rover and another in a 27 year old rover. The rare sight of an old Defender from over the battlements of an even older Series 2a as they roll through the tree-lined avenues of the town of Qualicum Beach on a…
-
Spotted: 1969 Kit Companion
Vintage Kit Companion travel trailer parked in Qualicum Beach. Simple luxury from a simpler era, made in USA in 1969, sold in 1970. Louvered glass windows, a bed, couch/table/bed, gas stove/oven, cooler box, sink and hand pumped water tap. “Tilley” is a rolling restoration which will be enjoyed as it is slowly repaired and returned…
-
Time flies
Summer is about halfway over, the light is beginning to shift. Enjoy the still and calm moments as they come––moments like years pass by never to return again. Hug the ones who are near you, we never know what tomorrow may bring.
-
Article: Classic Land Rover magazine
Forged Through Fire Classic Land Rover Magazine, August 2024 Words by Jan Hyrman with Dave F, photos by Dave F I think most if not all of this magazine’s readers will agree that metal can be shaped to create things that are by essence utilitarian but are beautiful to look at. Some, in our eyes…
-
Forging rovers
Rover steel knives are being crafted in conjunction with the artist-in-residence program at the museum this year––a tool for adventure made from a vehicle for adventure! Series spring steel has not changed spec since the first in 1948 and replacements today are even made with the same composition. The works in progress below are made…
-
Storage box
A quick project with hand tools and available scrap wood to make an adjustable height storage box with snug fitting lid for organizing the load space. Three layers of 2×6″ tongue-in-groove fir interlock and can be stacked or unstacked to the required height. The lid is 1×6″ cedar and is pressure fit inside the top…
-
Waterfront crew
Always enjoyable to roll down to the waterfront and enjoy the sunset as the season allows. Loading up the rover with friends and neighbours from near and far to share a moment together. The beach is quiet and cool at this time of year but spring may be around the corner.