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Land Rover 1 (1948-1958): Service and Repair Manuals

A manual to fix your Land Rover Series 1 (1948-1958)? Explore here workshop manuals for service and repair of Land Rover off-road vehicles. They provide detailed instructions for troubleshooting and parts replacement.

Land Rover Series I, II & III (1948-1985) | Haynes Restoration Manual

Haynes restoration manual for the civil Land Rover Series I, II, IIA and III.

Production years: 1948-1985.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the V8 or the diesel models.

  • Clear text with step-by-step instructions and almost 1000 illustrations.
  • Describes the restoration of chassis and body, the renewing of the interior, the repair of the electric installation and the overhaul of the engine.

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Author:Lindsay Porter
Details:288 pages, 27.5 x 21.5 x 2.2 cm / 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.87 in, hardback
Illustrations:1107 b&w photos
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 1999)
Series:Haynes Restoration Manual
ISBN:9781859606223

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Land Rover Series I, II & III (1948-1985) | Haynes Restoration Manual

Land Rover Series I, II & III (1948-1985)

Language: English

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Land Rover Series 1 - Petrol and Diesel Models (1948-1958) - Official Workshop Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the Land Rover Series 1, petrol and diesel.

Production years: 1948-1958.

This is the same technical manual that was used in the Land Rover dealer's workshop at the time. Land Rover reference: 4291.

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Details:384 pages, 27 x 20 x 2.2 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.87 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:The Rover Co. Ltd (GB, 1991)
ISBN:9780907073987

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Land Rover Series 1 - Petrol and Diesel Models (1948-1958) - Official Workshop Manual

Land Rover Series 1 - Petrol and Diesel Models (1948-1958) - Official Workshop Manual

Language: English

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Land Rover Series 1 Restoration (Practical Classics)

A Brooklands manual covering the restoratrion of the Land Rover Series 1, based on a series of articles first published in the Land Rover Owner Magazine. These have now been brought together in one volume, together with other how-to articles which includes towing, tracking, winching, cylinder head conversion, etc.
The first section of this book covers a low cost rolling-rebuild for those not wishing to do a full restoration. Part two covers a total restoration program.
All aspects are described: engine, suspension, brakes, gearbox, carburation, body removal & replacement, electrics, chassis, doors & bulkhead repair & painting. Plus expert advice on buying a good used Land Rover.

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Details:91 pages, 27.5 x 20 x 0.6 cm / 10.8 x 7.9 x 0.24 in, paperback
Illustrations:200 b&w and 30 colour photos
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 2007)
ISBN:9781855207585
Land Rover Series 1 Restoration (Practical Classics)

Land Rover Series 1 Restoration (Practical Classics)

Language: English

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Land Rover Series 1 Restoration Manual

This manual has been written with the home restorer in mind and the aim of providing knowledge, confidence and the technical details required for a full restoration. The book follows a 1957 Series I 109 in, but also discusses how the other Series I models differ.

  • Each task is broken down into step-by-step instructions with accompanying photographs, from minor repair and maintenance procedures to a thorough inspection and refurbishment of the engine's core components.
  • There are additional tips on how to keep restoration costs under control and what it takes to make a concours winner stand out from the pack.
  • Superbly illustrated with over 830 colour photographs.

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Author:Theo Ford-Sagers, Benjamin Stowe
Details:208 pages, 29.5 x 21 x 2.1 cm / 11.6 x 8.25 x 0.83 in, hardback
Illustrations:830 colour photos
Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd (GB, 2022)
ISBN:9780719840586
Land Rover Series 1 Restoration Manual

Land Rover Series 1 Restoration Manual

Language: English

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Land Rover 1, 2 - Petrol & Diesel (1948-1961) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the Land Rover Series 1 (1948-1958) and Series 2 (1959-1961).

Petrol engines: 1595 and 1997 cc.

Diesel engines: 2052 cc.

This Autobooks Manual on the Land Rover Series 1 and 2 provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the petrol and diesel engines, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering gear, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Author:Autobooks
Details:200 pages, 23.5 x 19 x 1 cm / 9.25 x 7.5 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2001)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual
ISBN:9781588500175

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Land Rover 1, 2 - Petrol & Diesel (1948-1961) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual

Land Rover 1, 2 - Petrol & Diesel (1948-1961)

Language: English

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Land Rover - Benzin- und Diesel-Modelle | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the first generation Land Rover, petrol and diesel.

Pages of the book [0084] Land Rover - Benzin- und Diesel-Modelle (1)

This Bucheli manual on the oer-Land Rover models provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol and diesel engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

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Details:84 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2014)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (84)
ISBN:9783716821916

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Land Rover - Benzin- und Diesel-Modelle

Language: German

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Land Rover Series 1 (1954-1958) - Official Parts Catalogue

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