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Subject : Discovery Hi we have recently purchased this work horse for us and we were informed it had had a new engine and was good to go, we have been using it and all going well till about two weeks ago this "thundering" type of noise and vibrating on acceleration and deacceleration now i hve just heard from my son in law that is out in it that she has died!! we think its the half or and drive shaft any ideas as to how expensive to correct or even if it is solvable please mary sparkes Eastleigh, Hampshire, UK - Sat 29th May 2010 06:14pm (GMT)

Subject : Gearbox stuck in 4WD I have a 95 Model Defender 110 Wagon and it seems to be stuck in 4WD. I had recently replaced the front wheel bearings and had mistakenly disengaged but then replaced the Driver's side, splined drive shaft, to the front diff. Could this be my problem, if the shaft was not replaced to it's original position? Dan Boyne Island, Queensland, Australia - Sun 07th February 2010 10:48pm (GMT)

Subject : cycle carrier can any one advise i'm trying to obtain a spare wheel mounted 3 cycle carrier which will fit my 05 freelander cheers, mick morgan BIRMIGHAM, WEST MIDS, UK - Wed 29th July 2009 01:06pm (GMT)

Subject : chip can any help i am looking to have my series 2 td51999 chipped is it worth it what is the advantage if any ,is there anyone in the north /cumbria etc many txs d bell penrith, cumbria, UK - Tue 12th May 2009 01:15pm (GMT)

Subject : will daihatsu wheels fit my land rover can daihatsu fourtrak wheels fit on a series 3 land rover jason cardiff, mid glamorgan, UK - Sun 22nd February 2009 09:47pm (GMT)

Subject : Land Rover Hell We have launched Land Rover Hell www.LandRoverHell.com as a result of the consistent problems that we have experienced with our Land Rover Discovery since its purchase, almost 3 years ago. Besides all the problems with the car, what has compounded matters is the bad service and general uninterested and unhelpful attitude of Land Rover Spain, and Land Rover head office in the U.K. The car has been unbelievably unreliable, and on 2 occasions whilst travelling abroad we experienced major problems, resulting on both occasions having to leave the car behind and return in a small hire car, thus leaving the trailer we had taken with us, stranded there too. Consequently this has involved another round-trip of having to collect the trailer, all at our own cost, which on both occasions the mileage has been 975km for each trip, so it wasn’t cheap! We also feel that it should be bought to everybody’s attention that Land Rover do not want to honour their warranty obligations, and fabricate lies to avoid paying out for genuine repairs. We just feel that potential customers of Land Rover should be aware of the fact that the Land Rover Discovery is not a reliable car, and the after sale care is non existent and is particularly bad from Head Office. The supplying dealer was a nightmare, (no longer a main Land Rover dealer) However the current servicing dealer Autonautica in Benidorm has been fantastic and always very helpful, the roadside assistance have been terrific too, (invaluable on the Land Rover Discovery) but in the long run it is Head Office that hold the key to providing the long-term solution, and thus it is with them we have the problem. Hopefully, you will look at our site and this will enlighten customers about our bad experiences, and also let other Land Rover Discover owners list there problems and grievances, so that prospective purchases of Land Rover products can see what they could be letting themselves in for, and subsequently that Land Rover realise the discontent of its customers and thus improve the reliability of the cars they manufacture and the after-car they provide for their customers, without whom, they would be out of business. We feel that the product is fantastic in theory, but the practicalities of owning the car make the purchase of a Land Rover Discover a really bad and costly mistake. Please don't make the same mistake! Glenn Alicante, Costa Blanca, Spain - Thu 04th December 2008 11:46am (GMT)

Subject : smoke i have a 1990 disco,starts ok but when you presse the exelarator their is no power or revs but a load of white smoke,after a min or2 it picks up and runs ok and will drive all day only will it then smoke,on low revs had new head and gasket,new heater plugs george oldham, lancs, UK - Mon 27th October 2008 02:37pm (GMT)

Subject : type 1 freelander roof rails im looking for some side roof rails for my freelander any condition just for luggage to get to gatwick will rent a pair for a week or buy if the price,can anybody help thanks butty norwich, norfolk, UK - Mon 25th August 2008 03:24pm (GMT)

Subject : for all your 4x4 parts thornton 4x4 breakers www.thornton4x4breakers.co.uk david - UK - Mon 04th August 2008 12:56pm (GMT)

Subject : Car Parts FREE Find any part for Any car at www.textspares.co.uk 90% of all the car parts suppliers, breakers and salvage yards in the uk on the network. If you sell car part join today FREE John UK, UK - Sat 17th May 2008 09:46pm (GMT)

Subject : Re : Car Parts hi looking for a sun visor to fit landrovr disco 2000 td5 phil immingham, ne lincs, UK - Sat 30th May 2009 02:10pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Car Parts i need landrover discovery 200tdi j reg front diff jolene merseyside liverpool, merseyside, UK - Sat 08th May 2010 05:56am (GMT)

Subject : mark how easy is it to remove the propshaft from freelander s reg ???? mark doncasteruk, UK - Sat 29th March 2008 01:39pm (GMT)

Subject : mr how easy is it to remove the propshaft from freelander s reg ???? mark doncasteruk, UK - Sat 29th March 2008 01:38pm (GMT)

Subject : vacuum pump is there a gasket on yhe backend of the vacuum pump RICK staffs, UK - Mon 12th March 2007 06:15pm (GMT)

Subject : auto gearbox I HAVE A FREELANDER 2.5 V6 AUTO SOMETIMES WHEN THE GEARBOX IS CHANGING FROM 2nd TO 3rd THE ENGINE JUST REVS AND THE HDC LIGHT COMES ON THIS HAPPENS ON OCCAISIONS. I STOP THE VEH RESTART THE ENGINE AND THEN THINGS ARE BACK TO NORMAL PLEASE HELP norman gerrie glasgow, UK - Mon 16th October 2006 09:54am (GMT)

Subject : landrover discovery TD5 2002 discovery runs about 3 miles and cuts out. have fitted new fuel filter and filter housing. new fuel pump in tank all new pipes. will run when bypass filter Andrew Holden huddersfield, west yorkshire, UK - Mon 09th October 2006 05:34pm (GMT)

Subject : landrover discovery TD5 2002 discovery runs about 3 miles and cuts out. have fitted new fueld filter and filter housing. new fuel pump in tank all new pipes. will run when bypass filter Andrew Holden huddersfield, west yorkshire, UK - Mon 09th October 2006 05:33pm (GMT)

Subject : import of tspare parts for tdi 300 landrover kINDLY QUOTE US THE ITEMS BELOW; 1/VACUUM PUMP ERR 3539 2/TURBO CHARGER 452055-50045 KINDLY REPLY US SOON peter mutebi&sons kampala, east-africa, uganda - Thu 29th June 2006 05:44pm (GMT)

Subject : Re : import of tspare parts for tdi 300 landrover Hi When you text the automated sysem it send the information to 300+ breaker in the uk. "spares" + make + model + what you are after to 82055 You text once the automated system will upload your request in minutes. hope that was helpful need help support@textspares.co.uk any part any time john UK - Sat 15th March 2008 03:54pm (GMT)

Subject : for sale to enthusiast I have a "non running" LAND ROVER 90 in my garage. origionally a c- 86 model petrol engine, was converted to diesel by replacing the engine with one from a TOYOTA HILUX PICK UP. I dont have any mechanical know how and I would rather it went to someone who knew about engines/landrovers. I also have various spares for landrover including- A ROOF COMPLETE WITH BEACON FOR A 90 AN O/S SIDE PANEL FOR A LONG WHEEL BASE L/R, GUARDS TO FIT ONTO HEADLIGHTS ETC, SEATBELT ASSEMBLY. BARRY LEWIS CHESTER, CHESHIRE, UK - Sun 04th June 2006 08:15pm (GMT)

Subject : Canopy for rear of Defender 90 oes anyone know if it is possible to get a pull out canopy to cover the rear of a defender 90 (short wheel base). We have a landrover that has a lot of computer equipment in the back of it and we need some shelter when the back door is open and we are working out of it. Any help gratefully received. Patrick Patrick Child Truro, Cornwall, UK - Fri 18th March 2005 02:57pm (GMT)

Subject : Re : Canopy for rear of Defender 90 try caravanexon 01852300258 they are very helpful and quick to supply with quality goods. tim everson spalding, uk, UK - Wed 30th March 2005 02:10pm (GMT)

Subject : Tyre Pressure Did 55k On Wrangler tyres fitted to a td5 When Replaced them was told that the wear was due to under pressure but I checked the tyres weekly and went off the landrover hand book psi. Now fitted Pirelli Scorpions the fitter went off the michalin chart for the psi. they feel hard ride whats best psi. Nigel Rochdale, Lancs, UK - Wed 23rd February 2005 05:53am (GMT)

Subject : Re : Tyre Pressure Hi, The correct tyre pressures are 28psi front and 38psi rear on all standard tyre size options for the discovery td5. Paul Heselwood Stone, Staffordshire, UK - Thu 24th February 2005 11:28am (GMT) Subject : Re : Tyre Pressure All Good Year 4x4 tyres wear unevenly, usually in the middle. Its nothing to do with pressure. Good Year say they dont, but we see wranglers every week with the same wear. bluespunkeymonkey Halifax, UK - Mon 25th July 2005 08:19pm (GMT)

Subject : fire engine I am in need of a truck-airfield crash rescue truck.In either 6x6 or 4x4 of landrover type. I saw one with angloco and another from former RAF. We are setting up an airfield for which we need the unit. We are thinking in terms of something affordable but fully functional. with mainly the foam unit working plus the rest. rgds george. pls urgently reply. george ssali kampala, uganda, uganda - Thu 03rd February 2005 02:56pm (GMT)

Subject : fire engine I am in need of a truck-airfield crash rescue truck.In either 6x6 or 4x4 of landrover type. I saw one with angloco and another from former RAF. We are setting up an airfield for which we need the unit. We are thinking in terms of something affordable but fully functional. with mainly the foam unit working plus the rest. rgds george. pls urgently reply. george ssali kampala, uganda, uganda - Thu 03rd February 2005 02:52pm (GMT)

Subject : Noise in a Disco 2.5 TD5 I have a Landrover Discovery X reg 2.5 TD5. It is a fantastic car however there is a noise that sounds as if something is pulling. It only happens when it is hot and sounds awful. It happens aswell when you switch it off. Does any one else have this problem and is it a serious problem. Thanks Ryan Ryan Healey Ightfield, Shropshire, UK - Mon 17th January 2005 05:34pm (GMT)

Subject : landrover freelander alloys hi, i am looking for a landrover freelander alloys without tyres .any one selling please e-mail me. ta RYAN MCINNES dundee, angus,scotland, UK - Thu 02nd December 2004 11:02am (GMT)

Subject : Re : landrover freelander alloys We stock a wide range of wheels with over forty styles to chose from, so why not visit www.formula4x4.com, or email info@formula4x4.com with your request. Alternatively, call our Sales line on 01785 811211. Formula 4x4 Stone, Staffordshire, UK - Thu 09th December 2004 04:57pm (GMT)

Subject : range rover 4.6 v8 Hi I have not used this site before but could do with some help! I have just purchased a 2001 4.6 Range Rover(it runs on gas). After touring france last week It has developed a noise when turning right. I had a simular thing about 20 years ago on a car, which turned out to be the drive shaft, could this be the same? Even mour worrying is that I had to be relayed back home from Portsmouth (abour 280 miles) as the vehicle developed a stearing problem. It tended to drift all over the road and I had difficulty in keeping it to one lane of the M27 to the point where it took me onto the hard shoulder. I noticed this on the jorney down but thought it was that i was not use to the car. Can anyone help me? Do you know of a friendly Landrover Mechanic in the Halifax Bradford Huddersfield Leeds Area who charges realistic prices and knows what he/she is talking about. Help would begreatly appreciated I have been back to the previous owner but he says he has not had a problem. By the way I checked the tyres and tyre preasure and all was OK. paul reid halifax, westr yorkshire, UK - Mon 01st November 2004 01:55pm (GMT)

Subject : Re : range rover 4.6 v8 Hi Without looking I cannot say but I suspect it is going to be expensive and is probably why the previous owner sold it. If you are a member of the AA or similar ask them to come out and check it. You will have to pay but it will be worth it. MadV MadV Essex, UK - Tue 09th November 2004 08:22pm (GMT) Subject : Re : range rover 4.6 v8 mr john mark fairer - UK - Sat 05th May 2007 10:10pm (GMT)

Subject : Landrover 110 conversion Does any one have any knowledge on the gmc 6.2 v8 diesel, where i can get engine parts and are they any good in a landy 110. Any help would be helpfull. Cheers. Ben Tiltman NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, UK - Wed 14th April 2004 12:09am (GMT)

Subject : Re : Landrover 110 conversion Hope this link will help a little Spelunx Waldshut, Germany - Mon 12th July 2004 10:04am (GMT)

Subject : FLAT TOWING CAN I FLAT TOW A 1996 LANDROVER DISCOVERY AL Portsmouth, VA - Fri 20th February 2004 12:05am (GMT)

Subject : Re : FLAT TOWING Yes you can tow a Discovery. We do it all the time. Landrover suggest you remove the front propshaft on vehicles with manual transmission if you are going for a long distance tow. I have never bothered to remove prosphafts on any manual Landrover and have encountered no problems. Auto's are also OK but you will have to remove both proshafts if you intent going above 20 MPH Tony King UK - Sun 29th February 2004 10:01am (GMT)

Subject : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale I have running and non running engines and engine parts for sale.Give me a list of what you want and i will get back to you!!!! kevin BRADFORD, Yorkshire, UK - Tue 20th January 2004 10:42pm (GMT)

Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale looking for a transfer box if poss for a discovery 200 tdi and or complete gear box my mobile is 07773331928 and would appreciate if you could cntact as i will be at work. thanks neil. NEIL MURRAY alness, UK - Wed 31st March 2004 10:42pm (GMT) Subject : Re 300 engine need running engine sean watford, herts, UK - Sat 13th November 2004 09:55am (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale looking for a transfer box if poss for a discovery 200 tdi and or complete gear box my mobile is 07773331928 and would appreciate if you could cntact as i will be at work. thanks neil. NEIL MURRAY alness, UK - Wed 31st March 2004 10:51pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale I am looking for a complete TDI 200 diesel engine that is in good condition and some other parts for the Discovery 1994 DARRYL DE GOURVILLE San Fednando, n/a, Trinidad - Wed 30th June 2004 10:35am (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale Looking for a 3.5 ltr. V8 engine for a 1988 LandRover90 Peter Dempsey Halford, Warwicks, UK - Mon 19th July 2004 03:59pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale complete cylinder head for tdi 300 required, price and availability scott young motherwell, lanarkshire, UK - Wed 25th August 2004 03:20pm (GMT) Subject : 200tdi engines i am looking for 2 200tdi engines out of low milage vecles k tranter gloucester, gloucestershire, UK - Mon 11th October 2004 03:58pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale julius macharia mwangi thika ,, kenya . - Sat 30th October 2004 04:14pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale i urgently require 200/300 tdi engine complete with fuel pipes ,redietor in working condition for fitting in an old range rover. julius macharia mwangi thika ,, kenya . - Sat 30th October 2004 04:26pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale I am interested in a 200Tdo engine complte for my 90. Prefer landrover rather than disco. Dave Landrover Mold, Wales, UK - Sun 14th November 2004 07:51pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 engine and parts I am looking for a 200 tdi and componets to but in a 1987, 90. Also i looking for secondhand powersteering parts. pump, steering box, pipes and fluid contanier. Dan Salmon bidford on avon, warwickshire, UK - Sun 21st November 2004 06:20pm (GMT) Subject : Re : Landrover 200 300 engines and engine parts for sale i am looking for a landrover 300 tdi fuel injection pump second hand can you help me if so please email or call on 07759467966 thankyou john phillips wrexham, n wales, UK - Tue 27th September 2005 08:55pm (GMT)