I know that the SdV6 is auto only, and looks like all D4’s are only auto. But there are some (very few) D3’s with a manual gearbox. Are there any benefits of having a manual gearbox in terms of reliability? I’m not opposed to having an auto, but am I right to think there’s less to go wrong with...

That’s what I was thinking 300bhp/ton. However I wasn’t sure if the with SdV6 making more power if there would be more issues/likely to expose weaknesses that wouldn’t show in the TdV6?

Do both engines suffer the same crankshaft issue? Or is the SdV6 affected more by this issue?

With the D4 which is the better engine to go for, the TdV6 or SdV6? Do both engines suffer from the same issues, and does the SdV6 suffer from issues more frequently than the TdV6? I know roughly where I am with D2 powered by the Td5, and would obviously be looking for a 15p engine facelift...

Thanks Dave, 7 hours sounds better for the inlet manifold! Does the inlet manifold fail often? And what are the signs to look for in a failing inlet manifold?

In the D4 which is the better engine to go for the TdV6 or the SdV6? My current searches have been around either early (up to March 06) D3 with TdV6 or D4 with the SdV6 due to the lower road tax on these as I believe that after March 06 the TdV6 is quite a bit more in road tax, is that right?

Good Morning! I am after a bit of advice please. I currently have a 2002 Td5 110 Defender Double Cab, I am now looking for something with 7 (forward facing seats) so I am thinking of a change to a Discovery. However I am unsure which to go for at the moment. I know that I want all of the...

Thanks Tim! Where on the pedal box am I looking for the switch, and any clues on what it’ll look like? Many Thanks

Looking for some advice... I have an intermittent issue with the brake lights on my 2002 110 Defender DCPU. When I first start the Land Rover all is well and good, and for some time everything works. But every now and then, after it has got up to normal temperature, the brake lights will stop...

Just thought I’d give you all a quick update, and thank everyone who replied. Having checked a few of the things suggested here I went back to the original Land Rover wiring, and by-passed the “upgrade” wiring and relays that the previous owner had installed. All seems to be running fine on...

Could be that the relay in the cab fuse box has gone after I’ve changed the switches or something...

I’ll give them another check over! Thank you

I didn’t think about bypassing the relay loom!! I’ll give that a try for sure. I’ve looked in the middle fuse box (the one behind the gear sticks) and I don’t think there was a relay for the headlights in there? Or is it one that’s been well hidden? Thanks

Any ideas where to look for the earth and likely issues to resolve...? Many Thanks

Current situation with 2002 15P Td5 110 DCPU...headlights not working at all, small sidelights are working, and all of the dash warning lights illuminate as if the headlights were working. The main beam flash function also isn’t working when the stalk is pulled back. I have tried to cure the...

Thanks guys. I'll check the drain holes and heater fan housing for mould etc at the weekend. Hopefully I won't find any dead critters in the trunking, but I guess it's possible! Foxyred - How do I access the lower dash to check?

Hi there, I have an issue with the heating system in my 2002 Td5 Defender 110 DCPU, there is a musty smell coming from the heater when used on the hot air setting. Does anyone have any ideas what might be causing this, come across the same or git any ideas how to resolve it? Thanks in...

Hi all, The windscreen wipers on my 2002 Td5 Defender 110 DCPU work on intermittent and normal speeds, however they stop working if put into the fast speed. Does anyone have any ideas where to start? Thanks in advance for any help or guidance

Hi all, I've just joined the forum and wanted to ask some advice on where to post about a couple of issues I've got with the 110. Issue 1 is that the windscreen wipers work on intermittent and normal speeds, however they stop working if put into the fast speed. Does anyone have any ideas...