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Land Rover Defender

UpCountryTorque · Jun 30, 2025, 11:41 AM

Let's share some drama! My first major mechanical failure was the clutch fork snapping while climbing Haputale Pass. No clutch, no mobile signal, and no tow truck.

Had to reverse downhill using just engine braking. Never forget that ride 😅

What's the first mechanical heartbreak you had with your Defender?

Defender_Boy · Jun 30, 2025, 12:00 PM

Aney don't remind me. For me, it was the steering box leaking like a broken tea pot. Every turn sounded like I was grinding pepper.

Took 3 rebuilds to finally fix it. Landy ownership is not for the faint-hearted, bro.