1. Gordonthornton

    What a tow!

    Hi Tony Keep searching i only paid around £25 and it was new and i got one for my Dad for about the same:)
  2. Gordonthornton

    What a tow!

    Hi If you search on ebay for alko 4x4 adaptor you will find what you need Gordon:)
  3. Gordonthornton

    Adjusting wiper stop position.

    hi Paul You will be ok to move wiper arm a couple of notches but it shouldnt move once set keep an eye on it if moves again will need to check for problems with linkage etc, should just be a push fit if it is bolted on, the end will hinge to reveal the securing nut Gordon:)
  4. Gordonthornton

    key fob reset

    hi Howardo thanks for your help will try that when i get a mo have tried the spare fob all is ok Many thanks Gordon :)
  5. Gordonthornton

    key fob reset

    Hi Guys Replaced the battery on remote fob today i have done the usual 5 button press routine but still wont work am i missing somthing i.e does the ignition need to be on doors open or shut or is there somthing else that could be causing it Fob worked ok before just...
  6. Gordonthornton

    De-cat pipe

    Hi Bioman I have thought about doing this conversion have done it on our 1275 classic mini and it makes a huge difference to power i would think you should get on from E**y we did for the mini let us know how much difference it makes to freelander Regards Gordon:)
  7. Gordonthornton

    Fuel consumption

    :)Hi i use my td4 for work so is running loaded and i get around 35 to 40 mpg have to drive it very steady though touch like a fairy,s fart :D but joking aside a very good return and a pleasure to drive Gordon
  8. Gordonthornton

    Roof off with Bars/Box fitted?

    Hi It is well possible to remove the hardback with the rails in place just a little fiddly and a 2 man job so just make sure we are in for another long dry spell well worth it when you do get it off Gordon:)
  9. Gordonthornton

    Alarm on 3door

    Hi The only alarm is when a door is opened and of course there is the back up of the imobiliser secret is to watch where you park it Gordon:)
  10. Gordonthornton

    wiring problem

    Hi:welcome2: First thing i would do is to check with a circiut tester the outer body is the earth and the centre pin is the live feed this would rule out the actual cig lighter being at fault Regards Gordon
  11. Gordonthornton

    How good should the air-con be on a 2005 Freelander?

    Hi:welcome2: Mine (a 2001 my so a bit more tired than yours) seems to work best when it is blowing out of dash vents on recirculation and on number 2 fan setting even in the recent " heatwave" we have just had:) Regards Gordon
  12. Gordonthornton

    Hey from a newbie

    Hi Welcome to the forum i have found it best to search for whatever you need i.e search servicing TD4 Regards Gordon
  13. Gordonthornton

    Rear Diff Bushes.

    Hi If you check the side bushes you will know if they need replacing or not, though it is the front bush that takes the bulk of the hammer i changed my front bush with a poly one and it seems to be standing up well and i have on minis in the past ie engine...
  14. Gordonthornton

    CD Player Upgrade 2002 Freelander

    Hi i changed my multi disc/in dash cassette player for an up to date in dash cd player you need the adapter leads of which you can also get to work the steering switches just search on ebay for freelander leads will bring up loads and cost very little:)
  15. Gordonthornton

    Hill descent control

    Hi optimus This is a very valid point and one i hadnt thought of but makes sense, thanks for your help in the past it is appreciated Gordon:)
  16. Gordonthornton

    Diff front mounting bush

    Hi Ianda Thanks for the tip will remember for next time :) Gazza i have replied to your message hope this is of some use to you Thanks again guys Gordon
  17. Gordonthornton

    Diff front mounting bush

    :) Hi Dann Thanks for the tip i never thought of doing that i was just praying i never needed the subframe out , will keep me busy next Saturday Thanks again Gordon
  18. Gordonthornton

    ird prop oil seal

    Hi Best way is to do a search on ird oil seals you will find all the details here you could also try ebay to locate your seals Gordon:)
  19. Gordonthornton

    Diff front mounting bush

    Hi Guys Just done the front mounting bush on my td4 this morning have read before to drop the subframe to allow room to remove the bush when i tried to move the subframe bolts they were well tight/rusted so what i managed to do was to carefully bend the front flange about 1/2"...
  20. Gordonthornton

    Hill descent control

    Hi :welcome2: The hill descent is only of use on steep slopes whether up or down them it maintains your speed via the abs system your actual four wheel drive is through the traction control TC which again gives you traction via the abs when one wheel spins on mud etc it applies the abs...