The LRM Podcast
Land Rover Monthly
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Episodes (114)
The best Land Rover for £5k, popping to Scotland for lunch and Collecting vs. Hoarding
In this week's episode, Martin gears up to go to his local auction, Steve goes down memory lane over a V8 Lightweight and the pair discuss the ever-growing dimensions of new Land Rovers.There's hot debate about parking etiquette, and the boys wonder if there's room in the world for the good old high-street car accessory shop or motor factors any more.A listener's question is answered (sort of) – what do you think the best Land Rover is for £5,000? Steve recounts his recent holiday including a Scottish lunch and Martin gets ready to pull his Series III to bits. It's all go, go, go on the UK's biggest Land Rover podcast. Got a question or comment? Drop the boys an email on [email protected]. Cheers!
Top tips for budding mechanics, Land Rover meets and film star cars
In this week's episode, Martin and Steve answer a listener's query about setting up their first tool kit for working on their Land Rover, and discuss which jobs you should (and shouldn't) tackle when just starting out.The guys chat about Land Rover meets up and down the country, and discuss the lesser-known Land Rovers of their favourite big and small-screen films – and Martin shares an 'interesting' fact about the James Bond Defenders.The pair search for the answer of just how the Americans make any Land Rover model look just so cool. Maybe it's the scenery, or maybe they know something we don't? There's also chat about obsolete parts, and whether the shortage will start to affect older Land Rovers more in the future. What do you think? [email protected]. Enjoy the podcast.
New stuff, old stuff, and the golden era of off-roading
This week's episode coincides with a brand-new issue of Land Rover Monthly going on sale, and you dear listener get a sneaky peek into the pages of the October edition of the magazine.Martin pops his Series One cherry on a team trundle out to the Peak District, and fails to impress Steve by waxing lyrical about the very latest off-road systems that he tried out on a driving day at Eastnor Castle.The guys also answer such burning questions as 'is a Morgan recyclable', and Steve lays down the law on how far you can go with a restomod before removing too much of a Land Rover's character.There's chat about a rare retro challenge truck sighting out in the wild, and the pair debate which era and vehicles represent the most iconic years of off-road competition, where in the country is best for spotting Land Rovers, and the astronomical price of ice-creams.
Summertime set-ups, navigating the tip run and the Way of the Wave
In this week's episode, Martin and Steve answer more listeners' questions, including the ins and outs of temporary garages, towing a military trailer with a Freelander, and which is the best first Land Rover for an enthusiastic new driver.They also tease at the cover star of the next issue of Land Rover Monthly magazine, discuss whether the Range Rover P38 could be the next big thing, and share stories of when a simple trip to the recycling centre can end up anything but – if you go in your Land Rover.Product of the Week and Feature of the Week also star, and the guys get some feedback from a listener whose pair of Land Rovers are called Leanne and Lorraine. Enjoy the podcast, and please do share it about with your friends and leave us a rating on your preferred streaming platform – it really does help. Cheers!
Buying a Defender, changing trends and bringing back trialling
In this week's episode, Land Rover Monthly's Martin and Steve answer a listener's question regarding which era of Defender to choose for his first Land Rover. Martin shares a tale of his driving instructor's wary approach to Land Rovers, and Steve remembers what got him into the Green Oval in the first place – an old logging truck called AlCraig.The pair look at how trends in the Land Rover scene have come and gone over the years, and wonder if it's time to return the mighty RTI twist-off ramp to Land Rover shows. There's also an introduction into the wonderful world of trialling, and why trails competitions should be growing in size rather than declining.There's also the ever-popular Feature of the Week and Product of the Week to give you a taste of what's in this month's Land Rover Monthly magazine, and as always, if you have questions, feel free to send them to [email protected] – enjoy!
The future of ICE, why parts manuals are great and a Freelander update
In this week's episode of The LRM Podcast, a listener's question is answered, and the boys realise that in fact most questions can be answered simply by saying 'more Land Rovers'.Martin has an update on his poorly Freelander 2, Steve has a load of wood delivered, and after inadvertently forgetting about them on the last podcast, Product of the Week and Feature of the Week make a return.There's also lighthearted chat about hurting yourself while working on Land Rovers, and Steve tells a story about getting agonising cramp while driving a Series One – while sat next to Mr Land Rover himself. And did you know you can eat the skin on a kiwi fruit? [email protected].
A cautionary tale – why temporary fixes should stay temporary
In this episode, Steve reports back from his week away with his newly-completed camping set-up, which is tested to the limit by the great British weather on the east coast.Martin kicks himself when a temporary fix which had become permanent potentially spells the end of his Freelander 2, and weighs up the options for its potential replacement. He also highlights a few wild cards from his journey through the classifieds, and the pair discuss why the future might well be in the past...Meanwhile, Steve sets a brave deadline for his 90 rebuild, not one but two listener's questions are answered, and a sneak peek at the latest issue of Land Rover Monthly, which goes on sale today!
Defender OCTA is here
In this week's episode, the hot news is about the recently-released Defender OCTA. Just how special is this special edition?The boys look back on limited-run models and aftermarket add-ons from the past, and speculate about which of the numerous options could make a canny investment for the future. Can you spot Martin's 'deliberate' Freelander-based mistake?A listener's question is duly answered, and Martin throws a spanner in the works for Steve's Ninety build. Enjoy!
We're back from Billing
In this episode, Martin and Steve have just returned from the fantastic 2024 Billing Off Road Show, and have plenty to talk about. From their favourite Show and Tell entries to amazing club and trade stands to the action of the off-road course and incredible charity auction, the boys recount their favourite moments of this awesome event.
Buying from auction, greenlaning responsibly and R/C Land Rovers
In this week's episode, the guys answer a listener's question about buying from auctions, recall their experiences buying the Land Rovers they own now, and decide that dealing with Land Rover people is far better than dealing with non-Land Rover people.There's excitement about the Lucas Classic at Shelsley Walsh, debate over the sheer torque of EV versus theatre of a petrol-swilling V8, and confusion about why some modifications are prioritised over others.Martin goes off on one about off-piste greenlaning and the impact social media can have on the hobby, before getting distracted by Product of the Week and spiralling into the world of model Land Rovers. Please don't forget to send any of your questions (or feedback) to [email protected] – enjoy the Podcast.
Project stall, iconic stickers and spotting scams
This week Martin and Steve discuss how to keep a Land Rover project moving and stop it from grinding to a halt – which can be easier said than done. They also talk ULEZ charges and how they are affecting used Land Rovers, and Steve spots some legendary and not-so-legendary stickers while on his travels.There's also sage advice on how to spot common marketplace scams, chat about expensive drill bits and Martin voices his disgust at certain methods of advertising.Of course, Feature of the Week also stars, and Steve loses track of how many podcasts the guys have done. If you want to get in touch with any questions or recommendations for the boys, don't forget to send an email to [email protected]
Barn finds, guard spiders and poor paint jobs
In this episode, Steve recalls a particularly disappointing spray job, Martin struggles to rid his Land Rover of an unwanted guest and the pair look at how big an effect tax brackets can have on used Land Rover prices. There's the temptation of a cheap Discovery 3 V8, and a positive look at how a host of daunting and complex problems are being successfully sorted at home by enthusiasts.Feature of the Week is an Evoque-based treat, and the boys answer their first Listener's Question. If you have something to ask the guys, get involved – send it over to [email protected] and it will be answered in a future podcast.
How much tech is too much tech?
In this episode, Martin and Steve debate the sweet spot in Land Rover's timeline for everyday usability and DIY maintenance, and ask the question that's sure to ruffle feathers – just what is the best engine ever fitted to a Land Rover?The boys contemplate the changes in attitude toward some Land Rover models, Martin declares his growing love for the Range Rover Sport, and the pair explain how to spot a badly-maintained vehicle at a distance.Feature of the Week and Product of the week make an appearance, and don't forget to email in your questions for the guys to answer on the Podcast – [email protected]
Wheels, tyres and trailers
In this debut episode, Martin and Steve talk LRM Live, and why going to Land Rover events is sure to leave your wallet feeling lighter sooner or later. They also discuss how wheels and tyres maketh the Land Rover, and reminisce about the legendary tread patterns of old, as well as which styles of wheel are a timeless classic, and which would be better off consigned to the history books.Steve also gives us the run-down on his latest project, and ex-military trailer camper conversion, and asks just how many burgers is too many.Kicking off regulars are Feature of the Week and Product of the week, and don't forget to email in your questions for the guys to answer on the Podcast – [email protected]