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Yeah, I've had a nice V8 auto Disco in the past, but now I'm poor (cos I work for myself and now have a wife and two little monsters to support!) I can only really run a Tdi. I test drove one a while back and I don't remember it being too bad, but personally I'd choose a manual diesel disco...

Seems reasonable. tho I prefer the idea of just buying a new(er) Disco ! :) Matt

Please tell me people aren't stupid enough to buy these things...? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150015060946

But the guy has a P38. The technical info on RAVE is still relevant to the P38, whether or not LR use another system now. Matt

See my reply in the other thread on how to fix the problem. Matt

Think I've persuaded SWMBO to sell her car and we will replace it with a Disco. An Auto unfortunately, but never mind - it is still a Land Rover!! :) Anyone with an Auto Tdi with air/con for sale cheap let me know :) Matt

Yeah, classic Disco problem. One of the solder joints on the window ECU (located behind the glovebox) goes bad and causes the exact problem you describe. It is a 30 min max job to fix if you have a soldering iron handy. Check out www.discoweb.org and see the 'tech' section to find a page on...

How much does it overheat? does it actually get into the red and boil up? In my experience of turbo diesels, it is normal for them to run hotter when you are pushing them hard, and I would say 80 in a Classic is pushing it! Presumably the extra heat is generated from the turbo. Of course I...

type "rave land rover" into a eBay search and you will find loads of them! It is the official Land Rover technical documentation for their vehicles. Not suppose to be available to the public, so buying a copy (and selling!) is highly dubious, but so widespread I'm not sure what they can do...

Is the intercooler situated in front of the radiator restricting air flow to the rad?

A lot! LOL Not just as simple as changing the engine tho. (unless you have an existing Overfinch of course!) Matt

I do believe that (as sprirising as it might be) symptoms like yours may be caused by the cap not forming a proper seal on the header tank. It is a plausible explanation, and if you have not had any problems since then it would suggest that it was the cause. Let's hope it continues to be ok. Matt

How sure are you that the AA man followed the code procedure absolutely accurately? Not saying that he is stupid, but you do need to do it exactly right for it to work. Something like 4 unlocks to start with and then the code in the combination of locks & unlocks. Also, are you 100% sure that...

Glad you got it sorted. Sounds like fun!

Auto? Wouldn't be that the sensor that tells the ignition that it is in P or N is knackered would it? Have you tried moving the gear lever up and down the range a bit to see if that makes any diff? Try N if it won't start in P etc. Just guessing now! I know my wifes beemer won't even think...

First thing to check is the battery condition. If it has dropped too low, it will power things like dash lights, but won't even attempt to turn the starter. Does it click as you turn the key? i.e. the starter relay? Stick a multimeter across the battery, it should read at least 12.5v. If you...

Stop! Gearbox in Neutral Foot on clutch Press High/Low button Wait for lights to stop flashing.. Foot off clutch Drive away! If it doesn't work then something is broken! Matt

manual / auto box?

I know - think I'm going to have to leave that until we move. Having said that... I've just seen a 300 ES Auto on eBay France for 1500€ - 'tho it has a problem - just trying to get a meaningful answer from the seller as to what the problem is, At that price it is a bargain, even if I...

Naughty naughty Jonathan :) P.S. we're moving at the end of August :D