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 replace tyres x4 only |
Longdave
 14th Oct 2018 2:03 pm
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Forum: Wheels & Tyres · Replies: 19 · Views: 13052 · Subject: replace tyres x4 only |
| Had a non-repairable puncture on rear tyre a few weeks ago, all four tyres were same mileage and 50 to 60% wear remaining. I decided to replace both rear tyres with same brand/spec, no change to nois ... |
| The Bodyguard *may contain spoilers* |
Longdave
24th Sep 2018 11:27 am
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 9 · Views: 2798 · Subject: The Bodyguard *may contain spoilers* |
Some loose ends (or did I nod off too?)
what were Mike Travis (Minister of State) and Advisor Macdonald up to?
we saw the 'tablet' hidden in boiler casing, when was it buried?
perhaps set up ... |
| Middle lane hoggers |
Longdave
13th Sep 2018 5:39 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 21 · Views: 6553 · Subject: Middle lane hoggers |
| I am reluctant to drive on the inside lane of a so called 'smart' motorway unless I can see far ahead. After some years of disruption for conversion a Surrey coroner last year called the M3 a " ... |
| Plastikote boot handle |
Longdave
24th Jul 2018 7:28 pm
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Forum: Tips & Tricks · Replies: 9 · Views: 7989 · Subject: Plastikote boot handle |
I have an ABS chrome cover which IMO looks far better than the original dull finish and far easier than facelift modification - see image in my gallery
https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/122316792319?ul_noap ... |
| Vibration at 50-60mph at 1800rpm |
Longdave
28th May 2018 9:54 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 179 · Views: 85658 · Subject: Vibration at 50-60mph at 1800rpm |
| Dave9 I assume that your final problem was the front axle differential, could you please advise the approx cost of repair and was it done by LR dealer or indie? |
| Vibration at 50-60mph at 1800rpm |
Longdave
6th Apr 2018 1:49 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 179 · Views: 85658 · Subject: Vibration at 50-60mph at 1800rpm |
| Most if not all of the reports on this subject (after tyres have been discounted) are from TD4 auto owners and likely not coincidental. My son had a similar problem with a BMW 320D auto and it was e ... |
| Summer holiday Victoria & SA |
Longdave
14th Mar 2018 5:07 pm
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Forum: Australia & New Zealand · Replies: 28 · Views: 18235 · Subject: Summer holiday Victoria & SA |
| Great photos. We lived in rural Victoria in the 1980's when our kids were still at school, we toured/camped much of the Ocean Road plus inland. Really pleased to see from your photos that virtually no ... |
| Mobile Phone Contracts |
Longdave
8th Mar 2018 4:26 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 15 · Views: 6611 · Subject: Mobile Phone Contracts |
| IMHO it is unlikely that you will have more than one or two providers with good reception at your residence, especially if you are out in the sticks. EE on-line checker shows us to have 'excellent' 4 ... |
| Freelander 2 will not start after cambelt repacment |
Longdave
3rd Mar 2018 11:26 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 1 · Views: 1710 · Subject: Freelander 2 will not start after cambelt repacment |
you may find some interesting/useful reading here:
http://www.freel2.com/forum/topic27722.html?highlight=dog |
| 42000 mile service |
Longdave
2nd Mar 2018 10:17 pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 2191 · Subject: 42000 mile service |
| Brake fluid contamination will be an MOT failure item after 20 May. That said the new rules require inspection without removing reservoir cap, the check is for discoloured fluid as viewed through tran ... |
| 10 year service quote...gulp! |
Longdave
3rd Jan 2018 6:18 pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 28 · Views: 10314 · Subject: 10 year service quote...gulp! |
Flukey
I would be surprised if the auto gearbox system oil change (including cooler) is included in that price, my local LR dealer quoted/charged £411, then complained afterwards that they had un ... |
| Dash Cam ign feed in passenger fuse box? |
Longdave
28th Dec 2017 1:02 pm
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Forum: In Car Electronics · Replies: 18 · Views: 15351 · Subject: Dash Cam ign feed in passenger fuse box? |
I am surprised that your Nextbase Dash Cam states do not hard wire. Halfords, Maplin etc sell branded Nextbase Dash Cam hardwire kits @ £20.
Should you wish to keep your original power supply, you ... |
| [For Sale] [For Sale] [For Sale] wheels |
Longdave
21st Dec 2017 4:19 pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 1 · Views: 2135 · Subject: [For Sale] [For Sale] [For Sale] wheels |
| pm sent |
| Unusual 4x4 Vehicles I have driven |
Longdave
18th Dec 2017 9:14 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 6 · Views: 3374 · Subject: Unusual 4x4 Vehicles I have driven |
https://www.freel2.com/gallery/albums/userpics/20340/normal_Iron%20Fairy%20crane.jpg
Iron Fairy crane - as a licenced aircraft engineer lifting engines in and out of transport and installation st ... |
| Stuck Key Fob |
Longdave
15th Dec 2017 11:17 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 4 · Views: 4185 · Subject: Stuck Key Fob |
| I had same problem when my battery was on the way out, two stiffish cable ties (1 each side) pushed down the sides of the fob should disengage the lugs holding it in. |
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