He didn't mention HG in his write up. only that water blew from the cap and a recommendation that investigation into coolant loss. It was the "Nope, nope, head gasket blown big time". No check of the oil/water for mixing or oil leaking or anything and looking back it sounded too much like a...

Yeah water shot out the filler cap ratty... Air lock I'd say? Tronic.. they must make a fortune for feck all. Back on track then.... The gasket is really in good condition with it all intact, the head looks pretty good according to a mechanic mate.. still need to put a straight edge over it...

OK... AA man is a ****er!!! Head Gasket was not "blown big time" as he said. Wasn't blown at all! Bet he got commission for that one!

haha...looks that way atm Ratchet extension did it... wish I'd tried that a second time in the first place! So just the head to remove now.... :/

How the hell do you get at the bottom nut? between the turbo and manifold?? :(

OK...but how do I do that? I cant move the thing to a garage :( Found this photo guide Removing a 300TDi cylinder head. - LR4x4 - The Land Rover Forum That a good one to follow? Only I notice jamesmartin saying some bits can be lift on like manifold and turbo and others saying don't remove...

ok will do.... not looking forward to finding any more bad news! :(

After hearing what seemed to be a louder version of turbo whistle when I put my foot down I pulled off the M42 to find my engine smoking or steaming or both! Water was empty, engine roasting and steam coming from the big hole in whats left of the thermostat plug... I put some water in the...

You'll be ok if ya just go about 4 and a half yards... I done shocks and springs with extended bump stops. I've not hit the bump stops as yet though I've not been off road either. Still have to put the extended brake lines on and had no problem so far either... but again..I've not been off...

Was thinking of doing that short term http://www.landyzone.co.uk/lz/f16/2-springs-standard-shocks-180677.html For articulation you'll need the longer shocks.

Would someone be kind enough to put up a photo of where the power "daddy" screw is please? EDIT: Found it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Foj37uTbwzw Big improvements had on my Disco 300TDi. It's smoking when pulling away so will put the power screw back and see what happens. Nice guide! :)

Job done!! Thanks for the advice and banter! She now has said 2" lift via pro comp shocks and bearmach springs with my DIY extended bump stops. Will soon have braided +2" brake lines Having only just put bigger tyres on it's lifted around 4" now (1 1/2" from tyres, 2" from...

Will be getting the 3 yr old to do it by the sounds! :p

Not going by the advice of gwyn lewis

No they're from paddocks not gwyn. I just saw the info on an ebay listing and sounded useful. I've helped fit brit part front shocks before so not too bothered about doing it, just wanna get it spot on with the pro comps as people seem to have them break/fail on them when fitted badly...

From what I read on gwyn lewis' info: Use gwyn's isolation washers to help prevent the pin wearing. Use a nylock nut to replace the ones that come with (originals come loose). Don't over tighten said nuts as there is too much thread on the pin (over tightening limits flex in the bush and can...

I read if fitted poorly they'll break in short order however if fitter properly they're fine mostly as many people are saying so... keep it positive anyway as already have them ordered ;) Trying to find out what exactly "fitted poorly" is and what I need to do to fit them right... anyone?

Fitting +2" pro comps shocks Friday on my Disco 300TDi. Anything I need to know that isn't obvious or easily overlooked? Seen these bush isolation washers 8 x Long Travel Shocks + 5 inch Pin / Pin Shock Absorber Bush Isolation Washers | eBay and wondering if these should be fitted . Seems...

Ah that sounds easier than I thought it might be. Thanks!

Where is and how do I get to the switch? Thanks