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D4 Front Lower Arms Replacement

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Captain Slog

Member Since: 02 Feb 2014
Location: Parallel Universe
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2010 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Auto Ipanema Sand

D4 Front Lower Arms Replacement

I have been advised that the front lower arms on my 2010 D4 will need replacing in the near future..
I have been quoted Â£680 inc parts, alignment & VAT. That was from a local indie using LR parts.
First question: does that seem a fair price?
Second question: is it possible to get good quality aftermarket parts? (I have done a search on here and checked the relevant sponsors websites and can't seem to find any.)
Thanks. 2010 D4 HSE Ipanema Sand on GY DTs (was on GG ATs)

25th Mar 2014 8:37 am

Disco_Mikey

Member Since: 29 May 2007
Location: Dundee, Scotland
Posts: 20856

2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 HSE Auto Cairns Blue

Â£680 is a fairly good price, if using genuine parts

ISTR, D4 arms are the same as RRS/Armoured D3 arms My D3 Build Thread

TDV8 Retrofit Build Thread

25th Mar 2014 8:47 am

Advanced Factors
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Member Since: 27 Nov 2012
Location: Southampton
Posts: 2650

I also think the arms are the same as RRS/Armoured D3 but have not yet found 100% information on this.

I have checked the OE numbers, they have the same bushings as the D3 they have the bigger ball joint of the armoured or RRS and the chassis is the same so why would the metal work of the arms be any different?

I need to talk further with our suppliers on this. Paul Redding
+44 (0)23 8052 2774
Order Parts Online at www.advancedfactors.co.uk

25th Mar 2014 9:11 am

Captain Slog

Member Since: 02 Feb 2014
Location: Parallel Universe
Posts: 228

Thanks guys. I just can't find a listing anywhere! 2010 D4 HSE Ipanema Sand on GY DTs (was on GG ATs)

25th Mar 2014 9:15 am

Advanced Factors
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Member Since: 27 Nov 2012
Location: Southampton
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Just found the info @ www.sidem.be they are recognised manufacturer to the OE market places so I am fairly happy with the quality of information.

Using their catalogue information and OE numbers from Microcat for the D4 arms they have confirmed the it is the same for the increased duty D3 or RRS options. This fits what I already know about the ball joints and bushes so I will now list this version of the arm for the D4. It does also mean that the standard D3 arm would fit but as we like to follow OEM standards we will not list that for the D4. Paul Redding
+44 (0)23 8052 2774
Order Parts Online at www.advancedfactors.co.uk

25th Mar 2014 9:45 am

Disco_Mikey

Member Since: 29 May 2007
Location: Dundee, Scotland
Posts: 20856

My D3 Build Thread

TDV8 Retrofit Build Thread

25th Mar 2014 12:23 pm

Captain Slog

Member Since: 02 Feb 2014
Location: Parallel Universe
Posts: 228

Great stuff, Steve! Many thanks - one last question, is the fixing kit needed in addition to the assembly itself please? 2010 D4 HSE Ipanema Sand on GY DTs (was on GG ATs)

25th Mar 2014 4:03 pm

Advanced Factors
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Member Since: 27 Nov 2012
Location: Southampton
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I would buy the inner bolts washers & nuts - They can be a right pain on the D3 as they rust in, no doubt the D4 will be the same in time but the now? Perhaps they are ok? You can always return what you don't need. Paul Redding
+44 (0)23 8052 2774
Order Parts Online at www.advancedfactors.co.uk

25th Mar 2014 4:10 pm

ridgeback_moor

Member Since: 11 Mar 2008
Location: Gateway to the Moors
Posts: 1789

2010 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Auto Stornoway Grey

Just before I bought mine, the rear bushes on my front lower arms were replaced with orange (Dynamic) Polybush bushes and the ride / handling feels great. Maybe an option worth considering? Previously:
2005 D3 2.7 TDV6 S
1984 90 2.25 Petrol CSW
1992 90 200TDi Hard Top
1995 Discovery ES 300TDi
2003 90 TD5 Truck Cab

25th Mar 2014 4:11 pm

Captain Slog

Member Since: 02 Feb 2014
Location: Parallel Universe
Posts: 228

Not sure I follow - is this relating to LR parts or after-market? Or is it a mod for either? Sorry but all this is fairly new to me

Further details much appreciated. 2010 D4 HSE Ipanema Sand on GY DTs (was on GG ATs)

25th Mar 2014 5:42 pm

ridgeback_moor

Member Since: 11 Mar 2008
Location: Gateway to the Moors
Posts: 1789

Polybush make polyurethane bushes....... http://www.polybush.co.uk/shop/view/700_Se...y__Kit_105

I only realised after owning the vehicle for a couple of weeks that the Polybush was fitted, but at 91k miles the ride feels excellent

Previously:
2005 D3 2.7 TDV6 S
1984 90 2.25 Petrol CSW
1992 90 200TDi Hard Top
1995 Discovery ES 300TDi
2003 90 TD5 Truck Cab

25th Mar 2014 7:10 pm

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