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Land Rover Series III 2.6 six-cylinder petrol: grease propshafts & nipples

Driveline · Series III (1971–85) · 1971–1980

How often: every 3,000 mi or 6 months, whichever comes first. Dry universal joints and splines fail suddenly and can drop a propshaft.

Work safely: support the vehicle on axle stands, never a jack alone; let it cool first. Check figures against your workshop manual. You do this work at your own risk.

Parts

Lithium EP2 grease (grease-gun cartridge)

Tools

Grease gun
Rag

Step by step

Wipe each nipple clean before you attach the gun.
Grease both universal joints and the sliding spline on the front and rear propshafts until fresh grease shows at the seals.
Early vehicles (Series I and early Series II): grease the spring shackle pins and any other nipples on the chassis.
Check each UJ for play by twisting the shaft against the flange. Any clunk means a new joint.

More Land Rover Series III 2.6 six-cylinder petrol servicing

Engine oil & filter change every 3,000 mi or 6 months
Clean oil-bath air cleaner every 6,000 mi or year
Points, plugs & ignition timing every 6,000 mi or year
Check & adjust valve clearances every 12,000 mi or year
Carburettor service & damper oil every 6,000 mi or year
Fan / auxiliary belt check every 6,000 mi or year
Coolant drain, flush & refill every 2 yrs
Check swivel housing oil & seals every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Change swivel housing oil every 12,000 mi or year
Check gearbox, transfer & axle oil levels every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Change gearbox & transfer box oil every 12,000 mi or year
Change front & rear axle oil every 12,000 mi or year
Steering box, relay & joints check every 6,000 mi or year
Adjust drum brakes & handbrake every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Inspect brake shoes, cylinders & hoses every 12,000 mi or year
Brake & clutch fluid change every 2 yrs
Leaf springs, U-bolts & shackles every 12,000 mi or year
Wheel bearing play check every 12,000 mi or year
Chassis & bulkhead inspection, rust-proofing every year
Annual safety inspection every year
Monthly walk-round checks every month

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