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robrennie
Joined: 29 Nov 2017 Posts: 37 Location: Shepton Mallet
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 12:57 pm Post subject: Sourcing of Rear Step |
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Yesterday a Ford Sierra used the rear of my 50th as a brake...
I am in need of a new rear step, insurance are paying for it.
I can see around the internet genuine NAS steps, they all have black chequer on them, I would like it to be standard really.
Do any of you have advice as to how I could get a NAS step with the correct chequer on it? |
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V8GPC
Joined: 03 Apr 2016 Posts: 265 Location: Manchester
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 3:00 pm Post subject: |
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They may not be genuine NAS; as i believe the one fitted to the 50ths were the first and original copy of the NAS and may be different as to where they fit around the fuel tank. (i'm not 100% certain)
Others may be "genuine" as far as Genuine Land Rover but for later Land Rovers.
The 50th has a different cross member compared to later versions.
You can buy chequer plate separate for the later style. |
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robrennie
Joined: 29 Nov 2017 Posts: 37 Location: Shepton Mallet
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 5:43 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the detailed reply.
Does anyone think it matters much if it is not the original? If the originals are no longer for sale, I kind of think, at least go for the best available genuine Land Rover part?
I'll have it checked to see if it fits, appreciate the heads up. |
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NAS90
Joined: 24 Jul 2015 Posts: 147
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 5:54 pm Post subject: Re: Sourcing of Rear Step |
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robrennie wrote: | Yesterday a Ford Sierra used the rear of my 50th as a brake...
I am in need of a new rear step, insurance are paying for it.
I can see around the internet genuine NAS steps, they all have black chequer on them, I would like it to be standard really.
Do any of you have advice as to how I could get a NAS step with the correct chequer on it? |
Commiserations on the damage to your 50th, it is bloody annoying when it happens.
An original NAS rear step will have a 2" receiver style tow bar mount, not the UK style one, so if yours if a GB car you'll need the "NAS Style" rear step rather than the original NAS step (the rest of world 50ths use the original NAS Step).
Paddock sell an OEM rear step that fits straight on the 50th and any decent fabrication shop could make you a 3mm chequer plate to replace the rubber one that they come with.
I am sure you've already considered it, but if the step is badly bent i'd get the chassis checked carefully just to be sure the forces haven't gone through it and bent it further along. |
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robrennie
Joined: 29 Nov 2017 Posts: 37 Location: Shepton Mallet
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 6:25 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks NAS90.
Great mind think alike, had Fosstec (local Landy specialist) crawl all over it - he did find that there was a dent in the rear of the tub, so that will need sorting as well. |
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V8GPC
Joined: 03 Apr 2016 Posts: 265 Location: Manchester
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robrennie
Joined: 29 Nov 2017 Posts: 37 Location: Shepton Mallet
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Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 10:07 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks V8GPC
Very informative link - I'm really pleased to see that the tread plate is a separate part.
Yep, got that link, sent a message to the seller who informs that it will be screw hole correct for the standard part.
Just need now the go ahead from the other guys insurance to get buying.
There is going to be a bit of painting to be done, so will buy a new rear door and get that sprayed at the same time.
Cheers. |
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SIMON DURANT GB 067
Joined: 21 Feb 2009 Posts: 1173 Location: HORSHAM
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Posted: Tue Mar 27, 2018 7:35 am Post subject: |
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I see my rear step has popped up on here that I am selling on eBay.
I have a couple but once they are gone that’s all my stock gone. _________________ Old owner of restored GB 063 .
Old owner of restored GB 067 .
Old owner of GB201 . |
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defender50th Site Admin
Joined: 14 Nov 2004 Posts: 1520 Location: Hampshire
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Posted: Thu Mar 29, 2018 8:29 pm Post subject: |
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Wow not seen a Sierra in a long time, bet that was a mess!
The 50th step is unique and I haven’t seen any aftermarket ones before, anyone a link to the OEM paddocks one?
The stays to the fuel tank are the unique bit.
Will take some pics of my spare if I get a chance. _________________ James
Defender 50th GB 002 |
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SIMON DURANT GB 067
Joined: 21 Feb 2009 Posts: 1173 Location: HORSHAM
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Posted: Thu Mar 29, 2018 9:26 pm Post subject: |
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These are last of my stock which I used when I restore 50th’s.
I also have some spare original speaker covers too and an original speaker which I am selling. _________________ Old owner of restored GB 063 .
Old owner of restored GB 067 .
Old owner of GB201 . |
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defender50th Site Admin
Joined: 14 Nov 2004 Posts: 1520 Location: Hampshire
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Posted: Sun Apr 01, 2018 11:37 am Post subject: |
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Some pics of a Genuine 50th step:
_________________ James
Defender 50th GB 002 |
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