Transforming The Original Land Rover Series 3 Wheels!

[@davybrown1329]

Nice upgrade. Looks more substantial but still very OEM. 👍🏻

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you! I wanted to keep the classic look. It just needed a little tlc.

[@kevinbodnar448]

Looks very nice 👍

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you mate - they came out better than I thought they would.

[@jackmartin9008]

looks ace!! i have to admit i did my wheels with a really thick almost tar like black paint and brush :O i didn't do half as much sanding prep as you here AND i used playing cards! hahaha safe to say they aren't the best but as its more of an off-road play toy they are mostly covered in mud :) and my chassis sadly just isn't worth looking at i thought id get away with welding here and there but looking at it the other day i really do think its a new chassis but i just can't do that it would have to go to my local guy so its a huge expense but i guess once its done it should outlast me so there is that :I great video thank you

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you mate! I’d actually like to build a rough 4x4 play toy as well. Sucks about the chassis, it’s so frustrating how these cars rot.

[@gwizz9175]

Very nice, a '74? Same age as me. Promised myself one when I retire 😊 Canvas top conversion would really suit this.

[@DaleReubin]

It’s a 1973. It’s a really good one too. I’m very pleased with it - very original and in decent condition.

[@carlmee2007]

I got 4 wheels from my mate that he was no longer using from his 110 project so there on my S3, taken me 4 days to wire bush stripping the paint, rust converter/zinc primer and 2 layers of matt black rust-oleum each side so yeah can understand with time XD

[@DaleReubin]

Yup it was a big time commitment but totally worth it.

[@carlmee2007]

@@DaleReubin definitely just one step on the rebuild 😂

[@stuartbradley9082]

Brilliant video 😅.

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks! Hopefully putting another one out soon!

[@stuartbradley9082]

Will you be using Lanoguard on the chassis ?

[@DaleReubin]

@@stuartbradley9082 I’m in two minds. The short answer is yes. But. I’m considering removing the rear tub to do the chassis properly from all angles.

[@calsurflance5598]

Looks very nice. I bought a 1966 S2A 88”, last year that came fitted with the 16” wheels from a 109”. Since mine has spent the entirety of its 58 years here in Central California, it truly has zero chassis or bulkhead rust. It was still being used daily on a cattle ranch. I do not intend to do a frame off restoration, as I don’t believe it needs it. It does however need a lot of TLC. Much like your project, I am doing a little at a time and am enjoying every little victory. If your interested, you can see my Land Rover on LandyAndy4X4 video Castle Air Museam part 2, toward the end. Cheers.

[@DaleReubin]

Your S2A sounds amazing and central Cali is a wonderful place! By the sounds of it you won’t need to do a body off restoration for a long time still. I’ll check out Landy Andy 4x4.

[@DaleReubin]

Your S2A sounds amazing and central Cali is a wonderful place! By the sounds of it you won’t need to do a body off restoration for a long time still. I’ll check out Landy Andy 4x4.

[@chrisworsnop7805]

Really interesting video to watch, I had the same debate. I wanted the wheels closer to the line of the body work. In the end I splashed out and bought new rims (got them painted) and then new tyres, small fortune but I feel in the long term it’s worth it. I have kept the old rims in case I ever sell the Landy in the future.

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you mate, I really appreciate your comment. You did the right thing, I’d liked to have done the same. This truck needs money spent in other areas unfortunately. We’ll see how it goes. Thanks again for watching.

[@Landroverboy-t1j]

you need 7.50 r16 tyres they tall and look good.you can find them anywhere some trucks use them.most land rovers ive seen use these size tyres

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you so much! I’ve had a quick google and that’s exactly what I’m after!! Much appreciated!

[@loloverland]

Ooopss, you are good to go for a second paint job as soon as you will change tire or rebalance your wheels. Painting over the weights was not a good idea.

[@DaleReubin]

Well spotted! It was on purpose though. I didn't want shiny silver weights on the wheels. If I change the tyres, I'll just touch up with a little bit of paint.

[@seriesv8]

If you decide to go for a soft top and sell the truck cab roof I would be interested in buying it off you. :)

[@DaleReubin]

Oh wow! That's good to know. I have a potential buyer lined up for this vehicle and if he wants to make it a rag top then the cab will be up for sale!

[@geoffgibson5576]

Wheel spacers wreck your wheel bearings!!!

[@DaleReubin]

I’ve heard this as well, I suppose the leverage on the bearing increases the further out the wheel sits. Then I guess deep dish wheels would do the same?

[@JMc.D]

£125! Christ!

[@DaleReubin]

I know right!? It's getting outrageously expensive to do anything simple!

[@highdownmartin]

Well it only took half an hour but as I said,I saw you coming so that 125 quid.

[@hugo3913]

Hi Dale , did you put in tubes again in the new tires ?

[@DaleReubin]

Yes I did unfortunately. The wheel wasn't set up for running tubeless and I didn't want to pay any extra.

[@AngusAbbott-qf8xm]

Next time lift the wheel with a lever or a bit of wood and guide it on , pleased you didn’t loose your thumb in that accident

[@DaleReubin]

Yes, it was a very stupid thing for me to do! I would say lesson learned but time will tell :)

[@nathanreilly2898]

Hey just a saw ur video 4 years ago where you moved bwck to SA are you still there and the farm?

[@DaleReubin]

We’re back in the UK now after a crazy set of circumstances. But I still have the farm. I miss Africa a lot but we’re trying to make it work here.

[@andrewstratford1509]

Just a question Dale, why did you not take the tires off and then spray the wheels?

[@DaleReubin]

Hey bro, a few reasons. One, I only have two axel stands so I couldn't do all the wheels at once. Secondly, I wanted to paint over the horrible silver balancing weights once the wheels and tyres were balanced and third, I didn't want the tyre place to scratch or damage the freshly painted wheels when they put the new tyres on.

[@davidposthumus5160]

great entertainment. nice video