The LRM Podcast

The Gaydon Land Rover Show is this weekend! And is V8-converting a Series I sacrilege?

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve mull over the idea of replacing Steve's 300Tdi engine that's currently in his project 90 with a V8. The right thing to do, or an expensive delay to further stall the project? It's the Gaydon Land Rover Show this weekend at the British Motor Museum, and the boys are here to tell you all about what you can expect. Grab your tickets from https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/gaydon-land-rover-show [https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/gaydon-land-rover-show] Elsewhere, there's listeners' questions on a plethora of subjects including fitting a Rover V8 into a 86in Series I and which models of Land Rover that fly under the radar of the usual choices including Discovery 3 4.4 and Evoque Si4. As always, thanks for listening and send any feedback, queries, comments or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] – we love to get them!

It's the 100th LRM Podcast! Ripon report, world record Land Rover pull, minimalist camping and full magazine tour

In this very special episode, Martin and Steve are celebrating fitting Steve's freshly-painted body tub to his Defender 90's chassis.... and 100 episodes of The LRM Podcast! As well as a project update, the boys delve into the new issue of Land Rover Monthly magazine, which is on sale in shops now, and give some background into the workings of the magazine and the events that LRM runs. The boys reminisce about a record Ripon Autojumble, and debate whether to take absolutely everything or as little as possible when out camping. As always, we thank every single one of you for listening to the podcast, reading Land Rover Monthly and keeping up with happenings on socials and on The LRM YouTube channel. Send any feedback or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] – enjoy the episode.

How to avoid getting ripped off when buying a Land Rover, angle grinder inflation and The Crusty Sport

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve convene on the Salmon Sofa to talk about what's been going on in their Land Rover weeks. Steve's Ninety project tub is ready to go on, and Martin's Tdi-converted 110 has a shiny new exhaust. Steve shares the exciting news of a new angle grinder, and the pair discuss how the prices of certain tools seem to have escaped the clutches of inflation. The guys then get into the big topic – how to not get ripped off when shopping for your dream Land Rover. From detective work you can do on the internet for free to what to look for when the seller is in front of you, Martin and Steve impart some experience and knowledge to ensure that your hard-earned cash isn't wasted next time you go shopping. Enjoy the episode, and as always feel free to send your feedback or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] – we love to see it.

Tackling a restoration, Land Rover dogs and diff pinion oil seals

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve are back on the Salmon Sofa to answer your questions – and this week they're decidedly restoration-based. From deciding how far to go on a rebuild, which elements to tackle first, how to preserve metalwork and loads more, buckle up for an hour (or thereabouts) of Land Rover chat. As always we love to get your feedback and questions, so send any comments or queries over to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] and you could get yours read out on The LRM Podcast. Enjoy the episode.

New Freelander, Gerry McGovern's actually gone, Lantra training and Newbury report

In this week's podcast, Martin and Steve are back on the Salmon Sofa to discuss a busy couple of weeks – from the Practical Classics Restoration Show at the NEC to the Freelander EV launch and announcement that Gerry McGovern has actually left JLR (for real this time). The boys discuss their excursion to Surrey 4x4 Tours and Training to get their Lantra qualifications to drive off-road – many thanks to Gareth Jex for his fantastic training on the day – keep an eye out in Land Rover Monthly Magazine for an upcoming article. You turned up in droves to the Newbury Autojumble, and the guys share their stories of the day. Thanks so much to everyone that came to buy. sell and chill. it was great to see you. As always, we love to get your feedback and questions, so send an email to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] with any comments or queries, and a little rating or review on your preferred streaming platform means a lot to us. Enjoy the episode.