Land Rover restoration project

The restoration activities are part of the apprentices’ course curriculum under the supervision of TAFE NSW instructors. All NRMA apprentices will be involved in the restoration of the Land Rover during the restoration period which started in early February 2018.

The restoration of the Land Rover will adhere strictly to the guidelines developed and deliver a restored and functioning vehicle to the NRMA heritage collection. Retaining and preserving the original exterior finish and interior is preferable from a conservation point of view and is in keeping with current trends in vehicle preservation.

NRMA Museum Curator David Crotty has put together Restoration Guidelines that will be followed throughout the entire process.

Update - May 2019

"Milton" as dubbed in appreciation of his original owner Mr Milton Loder, has been with TAFE NSW since May 2018. During this time the engine has been taken out, stripped back and cleaned. All components were assessed with any items needed to be replaced put on an order list. Parts have been ordered with original where they were available thanks to support from Jaguar Land Rover Australia.

With the arrival of the engine components, the engine block was sent out for machining. Other parts that have arrived are the fuel system rebuild kit, a brand new wiring loom and brake components.

The current focus remains on getting the engine back in and running so the the students can fully evaluate the drivetrain, and then evaluate the gearbox, transfercase and driveshafts. By completing each section as we go it reduces the risk of accidental breakages on original parts than may not need to be replaced. 

We are hoping to have the engine running by the end of May, as the students will be learning about drive train, steering and suspension as part of the apprenticeship curriculum.  We'll also have a clearer understanding of the work needed to restore "Milton".