Hi guys I am thinking of doing a fluid change in the auto gearbox. It's been about 5 years, so due for a change, and a new filter. Are the gearboxes R380s? it's a 1996. The owner's manual says DexIID or III. I am thinking of Comma AQM which is a mineral ATF and claims to be DexIID. I cannot...

Hi All Just a quick update on this. I can still recommend this repair/upgrade. It's been running like this for about 8 years now and just recently started making grumbling sounds. However, it is still running. Rebuilding the other one donated to me with new bearing plus some new seals and...

Oooooooooooooooooooo. looks like it is maybe best to go with Dexron II and not III. https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/transfer-box-oil-dexron11d-or-dexron-111.133952/ Or is that just the transfer box? But: https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/auto-atf-dexron-2-or-3.200035/

I just squirted with my preferred penetrating oil (whichever I find to hand) and rocked mine back and forth until it loosened up, also used a length of wood to pry the whole thing. I went for a new Voltage regulator on mine as the alternator itself was fine (not bad for a 24-year-old Magneto...

I just wanted to share the good news. My faithful 1996 4.6 HSE has made it through another MOT. One advisory, drag link closest to the steering box has some excess play. Ordered a new one ready to fit once I can find the time. Gone for the full drag link (instead of just the end) as I suspect...

News, it's fitted. The VR, no new diode pack installed. Just cleaned up slip rings and in general. Instantly 14.2V rising to 14.5v and just at idle, not at 2K and not tested on load with headlights. I was already impressed enough at the increase in volts. PLUS, my "alternator fault" message...

Just a quick update on my situation. Partly for the sake of an update, partly as I noticed my post count is 666 :eek: and so I thought it best not to leave it there too long. My voltage measured at the battery terminals @ 2000 rpm is 13.8V and slowly rises to 13.9V.but does not go above. I...

I was hoping somebody could have replied to your query because I cannot. Best email Dave at Mid-Ulster Rotating Electrics Ltd if you know the make you have.....

That is what I am going to do. It's an easy job to take it off compared to what I just went through on my Jag. At least I can remain standing. :-)

Excellent, yes David from Mid-Ulster Rotating Electrics Ltd has just confirmed that too. A new one ordered. Thanks for your help with that. Cheers

Thanks. It looks like the VR does not come with brushes. With the mileage I have maybe it is worth replacing the brushes too. What do you think? Cheers

I have just seen the other replies about maintaining the original. It certainly makes sense, cheaper and maintains the higher quality part. Looked a the link but they do not seem to have the VR when searching by vehicle. Will spend more time looking........

I have just found Island 4x4 do AMR2938G - A genuine Denso for £116+VAT. Seems a good price.

Well with the message of "Alternator Fault" combined with quite high mileage and possible low voltage (its not here to double check) then it sounds like I am probably best advised to buy a new one. Back to the original question. Can anybody recommend any particular make? I can get the...

Its got about 139,000 miles on it. Voltage out last I checked was maybe 13 to 13.5v.Current alt says A127M.

Hi Guys I need to replace my alternator which is an original Magneto Marelli. It's got a low output (not surprising being 24 years old) and I get a flat battery on regular occasions. The battery is also about 7 years old (non-brand name). I am aware of the battery drain issues, especially with...

OK, I am not going to have a go at fixing it. As promised some pics. Strange clear gel between board and heatsink on rear.

I will see what I can do to satisfy our curious minds. Not losing anything by it as its knackered.

Agreed. She is purring like a cat again at idle. Are MAFs repairable? I was thinking of opening it to have a look, but I am guessing it is a fairly simple circuit between the connector and the wire. +5v reference and ground plus a return signal for the voltage to the ECU..?

Yes internally the one I picked up (essentially for free) despite the blue dot has the same internals as the interim with the metal RFI shield on the board. Is it worth swapping out for this one? I know the one I have on the car at the moment has a blue dot too, not looked inside, but it does...