Big Uli said:

I'm getting nearer to buying a Freelander commercial.
Hopefully I will have it the end of January at the latest

What are the areas I should look at when buying?
I know about checking the VCU but what other typical weak points should I look out for?

Thanx

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Singvogel said:

Assuming you mean that you know about the VCU and the importance of tyre sizes front compared to rear.

So here's some important things to start with - I'm sure some other folks will add more.

Check that everything electrical actually works.

If it's diesel, take out the dipstick slowly with the engine idling - there should be no release of pressure noises or oil coming up the tube.

Look for signs of water in the tool-locker in the rear compartment.

Singvogel.

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Big Uli said:

Thanks guys



I know about how to check the VCU and i've read i the link Duncp73 put up that newer tyres with deeper tread should go on the rear axle but I get the impression this is not what you mean

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Singvogel said:

It was just to emphasise the whole tyre thing - especially that the tyres are all the same brand and type - not just the same side-wall numbers - as different types even from the same manufacturer can be different from the nominal dimensions.

Happy hunting.

Singvogel.

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