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Geoff at Drym

Member Since: 18 May 2015
Location: Cornwall
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2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Auto Java Black

New brakes for D3

I'm sure this question has been asked before so please bear with me. My D3 had replacement discs and pads at about 40,000 miles by the previous owner. It has now done 86,000 miles and I'm getting a little juddering on initial application of the brakes from about 45 mph upwards. It eases off with more pedal pressure. I understand that this can be an issue with the Disco. So, after all that explanation, what would those of you 'in the know' recommend I fit to my D3 with OEM 18" wheels?
Many thanks in anticipation of your replies.

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3rd Jan 2016 11:30 am

Woolmeister

Member Since: 26 Mar 2007
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3rd Jan 2016 11:31 am

Geoff at Drym

Member Since: 18 May 2015
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 584

No, not yet. Would they have some bearing on the matter?

2007 Disco3 2.7 tdv6 SE
gvif with reversing camera
V8 brakes with new EPB module and shoes
Later D4 grille
Alive tuning remap
Mazda MX5
Ferguson ted20 tractor
Hyundai Getz 1.4 (wife's )

3rd Jan 2016 2:16 pm

Woolmeister

Member Since: 26 Mar 2007
Location: Chandler's Ford
Posts: 3464

Possibly. Juddering brakes are normally associated with sticking calipers or sliders, though. Could be any combination of those things.

I highly recommend the V8 upgrade if you haven't done it already. Only parts you need to replace are the caliper carrier brackets and the discs. Pads and calipers remain the same. If you're replacing discs, it's a good time to do it.

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2019 Škoda Kodiaq 2.0 Tdi 190 DSG Sportline in Quartz Grey. Excellent vehicle. Gone.
2017 Discovery Sport HSE Auto in Carpathian Grey and Ebony Leather. Modern JLR Junk. Gone.
2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual in Zermatt Silver with Ebony Cloth (143k) Gone, but now patrolling the Asia section of the West Midlands Safari Park!

3rd Jan 2016 2:30 pm

Geoff at Drym

Member Since: 18 May 2015
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 584

Thanks for that. Where did I get the idea that the V8 conversion wouldn't fit with 18" wheels? Or is that for the Brembo conversion? 2007 Disco3 2.7 tdv6 SE
gvif with reversing camera
V8 brakes with new EPB module and shoes
Later D4 grille
Alive tuning remap
Mazda MX5
Ferguson ted20 tractor
Hyundai Getz 1.4 (wife's )

3rd Jan 2016 2:33 pm

Woolmeister

Member Since: 26 Mar 2007
Location: Chandler's Ford
Posts: 3464

Brembo needs min. 19" wheels IIRC (if not 20"?). V8 requires min. 18" wheels.

Everything you need is here: http://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/1-front-brakes-440-c.asp

Lots of choice there ranging from a Borg & Beck kit at £190 up to £268 for a Brembo kit. If upgrading to V8, make sure you upgrade the front before the rear.

Steve 2021 BMW iX3 Premier Edition in Carbon Black ⚡️🔌
2019 Škoda Kodiaq 2.0 Tdi 190 DSG Sportline in Quartz Grey. Excellent vehicle. Gone.
2017 Discovery Sport HSE Auto in Carpathian Grey and Ebony Leather. Modern JLR Junk. Gone.
2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual in Zermatt Silver with Ebony Cloth (143k) Gone, but now patrolling the Asia section of the West Midlands Safari Park!

3rd Jan 2016 2:35 pm

Geoff at Drym

Member Since: 18 May 2015
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 584

Many thanks for the info Steve, much appreciated. Looks as if I should do the lower arms and the V8 upgrade as I intend keeping the old girl for some time, unless I come up on the lottery of course.

2007 Disco3 2.7 tdv6 SE
gvif with reversing camera
V8 brakes with new EPB module and shoes
Later D4 grille
Alive tuning remap
Mazda MX5
Ferguson ted20 tractor
Hyundai Getz 1.4 (wife's )

3rd Jan 2016 2:42 pm

Woolmeister

Member Since: 26 Mar 2007
Location: Chandler's Ford
Posts: 3464

And if you're replacing the front lower arms, probably also worth doing the steering arms and track rod ends at the same time. Then you only need to get a four wheel alignment done once.

Where does it end?

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2019 Škoda Kodiaq 2.0 Tdi 190 DSG Sportline in Quartz Grey. Excellent vehicle. Gone.
2017 Discovery Sport HSE Auto in Carpathian Grey and Ebony Leather. Modern JLR Junk. Gone.
2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual in Zermatt Silver with Ebony Cloth (143k) Gone, but now patrolling the Asia section of the West Midlands Safari Park!

3rd Jan 2016 3:16 pm

Geoff at Drym

Member Since: 18 May 2015
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 584

Where does it end?..............Probably when you've replaced everything and have started to replace what you've already replaced.

2007 Disco3 2.7 tdv6 SE
gvif with reversing camera
V8 brakes with new EPB module and shoes
Later D4 grille
Alive tuning remap
Mazda MX5
Ferguson ted20 tractor
Hyundai Getz 1.4 (wife's )

3rd Jan 2016 3:22 pm

Disco_Mikey

Member Since: 29 May 2007
Location: Dundee, Scotland
Posts: 20841

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