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    pattern parts versus landrover parts

    JaguarLR have moved much of their parts manufacturing to India. Coincidentally the quality of rubber in their components has dropped considerably. If a part you need has any rubber components then put LR on the scale under Britpart. Poor dealerships have their rules to follow and use JLR parts...
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    BMW diesel timing chain tool(P38 diesel)

    The rear head bolt on mine came out with head in situ. I guess i might need new engine and gearbox mounts. I was a novice when I first did mine. If you need to deviate from the instructions be prepared to learn the hard way (I wont discourage you). Also, if the timing chain tensioner guide...
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    BMW diesel timing chain tool(P38 diesel)

    A 25x5x300mm bar. Don't know where the notch goes though. There may be cheap copies of the tools available on eBay. Be careful with the camshaft locking tool though as they can be too wide to hold the camshaft securely. Having bought the full kit (about £100) thinking I would only use it the...
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    How much will a LSD slip before locking?

    Do you have any details/pictures of your spare wheel carrier? How big a tyre can you fit in the compartment without the rim?
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    How much will a LSD slip before locking?

    Within the 'plan' is the stipulation that if I'm travelling further than the next county then I would throw the spare spare in the boot. It's only a few times a year with this fuel consumption. RE getting pulled; Isn't there a claus in the legislations to allow odd-sized wheels for short...
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    How much will a LSD slip before locking?

    So I've done a lot of searching here, there and everywhere but it's not something I can find. My P38 has 265/60 R18 (not 255/55 R18) but the spare doesn't fit in the wheel well. I like the 265/60 look and ride but I want the boot back! My plan is to get a 255/55 spare to carry (call it a space...
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    Old reader, new member

    Hello, Introducing myself. I have read a lot here, about time I was able to talk back! RubyRR