| Author |
Message |
 Axle Stand Orientation |
Flanagan
 11th Aug 2022 9:25 am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 9 · Views: 2443 · Subject: Axle Stand Orientation |
Turn the stands by 90°, as the metal isn't thick enough to support the weight on those tiny contact areas.
I use rubber pads on the top of stands, to prevent the stands from damaging the underbody. ... |
| Axle Stand Orientation |
Flanagan
3rd Aug 2022 1:26 pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 9 · Views: 2443 · Subject: Axle Stand Orientation |
https://www.freel2.com/gallery/albums/userpics/26203/normal_Screenshot%202022-08-03%20at%2013.16.07.JPG
I'm using an axle stand using position 2 in the photo.
I have set it so that the horns of ... |
| Suspension arms |
Flanagan
2nd Aug 2022 10:34 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 22 · Views: 5501 · Subject: Suspension arms |
| I've come to this late but for info. my local independent Land Rover specialist charged me £134 labour inc VAT for replacing one of the arms, which I think is one and a half hours' worth. I've just ... |
| Torque Setting + 25° |
Flanagan
2nd Aug 2022 7:57 am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 903 · Subject: Torque Setting + 25° |
Thanks guys.  |
| Torque Setting + 25° |
Flanagan
1st Aug 2022 11:34 am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 903 · Subject: Torque Setting + 25° |
For the experienced this must be a numpty question but could someone explain/confirm what the stage 2 instruction means?
Tighten bolt.
Stage 1: Torque 140Nm
Stage 2: 45°
I found this on a ... |
| Bike Carriers |
Flanagan
27th Jun 2021 10:23 am
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Forum: Camping, Caravanning and Holidays · Replies: 32 · Views: 14200 · Subject: Bike Carriers |
Thanks again.
Yes, if I want to future-proof for a caravan it would be worth going for 13 pin.
I've been looking at the Towbar Express site. The basic cost of £483 inc. fitting rises to £686 ... |
| Bike Carriers |
Flanagan
26th Jun 2021 7:23 am
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Forum: Camping, Caravanning and Holidays · Replies: 32 · Views: 14200 · Subject: Bike Carriers |
| Thanks. That's good to know as the 7 pin option is a lot cheaper. |
| Bike Carriers |
Flanagan
25th Jun 2021 8:34 am
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Forum: Camping, Caravanning and Holidays · Replies: 32 · Views: 14200 · Subject: Bike Carriers |
| Interesting thread. I'm about to get an e Bike and as it will be twice the weight of my current bike (which I just shove in the back of my FL2), I'll need to have a towbar fitted to take the rack I w ... |
| What did you have before a freelander? |
Flanagan
4th Nov 2020 11:01 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 168 · Views: 65889 · Subject: What did you have before a freelander? |
Ford Mondeo Mk3 Estate LX.
A great, reliable car. Cheap to repair and 47 mpg but noisy and no good on ice or mud. What I miss most is the carrying capacity.
https://www.freel2.com/gallery/albums/u ... |
| Strongest bolts for roof rails |
Flanagan
1st Nov 2020 9:55 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 7 · Views: 2234 · Subject: Strongest bolts for roof rails |
Thanks to both for the replies.
The bolt sheared because it was so stiff I tried using an impact driver  . I don't think they're too long as they are bespoke 38mm ones which came with w ... |
| Strongest bolts for roof rails |
Flanagan
31st Oct 2020 4:13 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 7 · Views: 2234 · Subject: Strongest bolts for roof rails |
I've ordered some replacement M6 Torx head bolts for my roof rails as one sheared during fitting and another shows corrosion after being on the vehicle for three years.
What metal composition giv ... |
| Cambelt change |
Flanagan
31st Oct 2020 4:01 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 18 · Views: 4741 · Subject: Cambelt change |
The price quoted by Click Mechanic ...
Timing belt replacement
2-3 hours labour time
£300.09
Includes parts: Engine coolant/antifreeze, Timing belt kit, Water pump.
I got mine done by a ... |
| Tom Tom GPS Boost |
Flanagan
8th Sep 2020 8:04 am
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Forum: In Car Electronics · Replies: 0 · Views: 680 · Subject: Tom Tom GPS Boost |
| I have a Tom Tom GO6000, screen mounted and hard-wired by Halfords. I now want to mount it over the cubby window (it fits perfectly with velcro) so I can still remove it for updates. I've tried it plu ... |
| Window Removal |
Flanagan
1st Aug 2020 4:48 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 16 · Views: 3294 · Subject: Window Removal |
| I can ease the front white clip as I can get my hand to it from the speaker apperture. I've used a plastic wedge to stop it falling back in. But I cannot get access to the rear yellow one. That's wher ... |
| Window Removal |
Flanagan
1st Aug 2020 3:42 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 16 · Views: 3294 · Subject: Window Removal |
| Help!! I'm stuck. I can't shift the window regulator or the glass. I've undone all the bolts and nuts on the regulator and disconnected all electrics but the window is up and the regulator doesn't ... |
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