Recent content by toby_2009

Thanks KNine. How would I know if there was an issue with the coupling/bearing was shot or not? Thanks

Hi all Last week the clutch came off the a/c compressor on our td5 discovery. It has now been dealt with but when it came off it hit the fan and broke one of the blades. The garage would like to replace the fan but have quoted parts of £175. I'm guessing (awaiting conformation) this means they...

All, I've got a TD5 Discovery and am considering a 300tdi defender in the next few years (in addition to the disco) and would really like to know more about engines and car maintenance. I have done a few fairly minor jobs e.g. replaced damaged seal on fuel cooler, fitted cruise control etc. but...

Hi all, I'm wanting to get my hands on some decent two way radios, ideally 2x handheld and 1x vehicle mounted. I need better range than my pmr446 radios give. I also ideally want to be able to use them in the UK and abroad (Europe as a minimum). UHF seems to be best for UK use (I know I'd...

Just checked my handbook too and it contains words to the same effect. So basically anyone with anything heavier than perhaps 2 bikes on theirs disco is risking invalidating their insurance! Can't undersatand why Land rover thought that was a reasonable maximum load for a vehicle like that!

Hi, yes that is my understanding also. I was planning to use two roof bars which span the roof and connect to the gutters. However I assumed the roof limit was for anything at roof level and related to the difference the weight at roof level made to handling?

Understood however surely the 50kg weight limit still applies? Or not? Thanks

Hi, I'm looking at a roof tent for upcoming travells but my disco 2 supposedly has a roof weight capacity of 50kgs. A tent weighs 50 to 60kg and then roof bars Are another 15kg on top. But I've seen loads of discos with roof tents so are owners just 'risking it' or is there a way round the...

Hi all, I'm interested in doing a series project (probably a series 3) bit I was wondering if you guys could give me a rough idea of cost to buy the vehicle and get it on the road? I've seen vehicles for sale at the £500-£1000 price point which require some chassis welding etc to get...

Hi, thanks for the reply! Just to check, are you referring to replacing the clips which go around the body of the cooler itself or those which hold the coolant pipe onto the end cap? Thanks, Toby

Thanks, was it difficult getting the clips back on?

Hi, The seal on the front end of the fuel cooler on my td5 is leaking,I've ordered the seal and some seal lubricant but having had another look/read about it, it looks like it's a difficult little space to work in and the clip which goes round it looks bloody difficult To get back on! My...

Hi all, Despite searching for an answer I still don't understand what a10P or 15P engine is. Can anyone explain this to me please? What is the difference, at the parts interchangeable etc? Thanks, Toby

Hi, I noticed yesterday a small patch of coolant on the road under the car (not been used all week) Coolant had been dripping down and onto the left hand engine mount then the diff, then the floor. Took it to garage today, the guy suspected a very small leak from fuel cooler. Topped up...

Hi, thanks for your reply on my. I don't have any mapping software but will look into them. In the mean time it would be great if you could send over some details of some lanes, it would be very much appreciated. Thanks, Toby