1. Gordonthornton

    help! glow plug problem

    Hi First port of call is the fuse if that is ok then check you are getting power to the glow plugs Gordon
  2. Gordonthornton

    FBH fuse

    Hi It is normal for this to happen mine does during temp drops the fbh has its own thermostat and when the weather turns milder then it either does not fire up or shuts down quickly Hope this helps Gordon
  3. Gordonthornton

    td4 egr valve

    Hi David Just put in a self tapping screw in the end of the pipe to seal it and all i did was to coil the pipe up and tie it out of harms way and out of sight of nosey mot`ers all the rest is self explanatary worth the effort though mine runs much better Gordon
  4. Gordonthornton

    Fuel Burner Heater

    Hi I did a late finish at work last night and it was cold did a 7 mile trip back home very steady though and the fbh was still on when i got home cabin was still cold as was i :D Hope this helps Gordon
  5. Gordonthornton

    Freelander lift kit on eBay

    Cheers for that Boomer wont it fit your Combine ? :D
  6. Gordonthornton

    Flander Viscous coupling joint!

    Hi I bought one on flea-bay for £260.00 c/w with the carrier bearings reconditioned took about an hour and half to fit and seems to do exactly what is says on the tin :D done about 5k miles no probs so far Good luck Gordon here is a link...
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    Im not the first and wont be the last! but all it does is go click click click!

    Hi I had the same thing on my TD4 and it turned out to be the spade connector to the solenoid was corroded inside it is fiddly to get to and i found the easiest was to remove the sump gaurd clean out the spade connector or replace it how corroded apply some vaseline and this cured the...
  8. Gordonthornton

    freelander 1 side steps

    Hi Yes they will fit as the 3 and 5 door are exactly the same floor pan Gordon
  9. Gordonthornton

    where to get front pads and discs

    Hi Most items are available on e-bay at a reduced price just a case of searching through to find what you want Good luck Gordon
  10. Gordonthornton

    Many thanks

    Hi billy As would we all this is a good forum with a lot of guys who know there stuff hope you continue to enjoy your freelander Gordon
  11. Gordonthornton

    How much Diesel?

    hi Just got back from a 10 day holiday down Windsor area from Durham and I got a return of 30 mpg towing a 1300kg caravan at a constant 60 mph (traffic permitting):D well pleased with car alround returned 40 mpg while solo touring down there and my doors didnt fall off either...
  12. Gordonthornton

    vcu breaking the diff ??

    Hi Ianda have had it jacked up and checked all wheels no play as far as i can see Thanks for your help though Gordon
  13. Gordonthornton

    Power steering gone

    Hi Do search on here and also download rave it is priceless to save you money :D Good luck Gordon
  14. Gordonthornton

    vcu breaking the diff ??

    Hi have eventually got time to check no breaks in the subframe or mounts and chassis is ok too:) rear diff mounts are a bit sloppy so will change them and will check oil level in final drive too Thanks again for your help will update over weekend Gordon
  15. Gordonthornton

    Mondo mode

    Hi Have you blanked off the ird ??
  16. Gordonthornton

    vcu breaking the diff ??

    Thanks MHM never thought of that:eek: will have a good look tomorrow Gordon
  17. Gordonthornton

    TD4 Turbo whisteling

    Hi the turbo vent filter is only a couple of quid so worth a try i would also try new intercooler hoses again not a fortune and they are prone to chaffing through on the front of the engine where you cant see them good luck let us know how you get on Regards Gordon:)
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    vcu breaking the diff ??

    Hi Have checked the exhaust and tried to move it all ways but cant get it to knock against anything have jacked up rear wheels and the opposite wheel does turn in the opposite direction i am now at a loss as what else to try Thanks for your help though Gordon
  19. Gordonthornton

    How much Diesel?

    Hi Mine varies a lot depending on how you drive it and wind conditions ie head winds will second that it depends on how much you push it on as they will cope with all conditions but it does pay to go easy on the throttle fab tow car though :D Gordon