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SimonH
Member Since: 29 Apr 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 161
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| Protecting underneath from the start - Waxoil |
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This is a question for some of you higher mileage chaps
New Disco3 due in June. How does the rear suspension / hind qtrs fair with a winter or two of salt mud stones etc. Are mud flaps going to help that much?
I ask if it is worth while getting under there from new with a liberal application of waxoil ( or other suggested products ) ?
I am to have a full size spare, is it wise to wrap said spare in two or three bin liners?
Thanks for an informative forum so far. All the "bad news" has not deterred, I just feel forewarned as to the travails of ownership.
By the way, this is my first Landrover, am looking forward to a bit of gentle off roading to start with. Anyone know anywhere in North Yorkshire that might offer a gentle introduction to offroading?
Thanks to all NOW SOLD: 2006 TDV6 SE Auto Zermatt silver with Alpaca Leather
Tow Pack, PTI, Full Size Spare
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TonyH
Member Since: 01 Mar 2006
Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
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Hi Simon
I waxoiled my new D3 immediately after collection, I also treated my previous two disco's. I apply two generous coats, taking care to avoid the exhaust and brakes. I suggest that you reapply a single coat every other year, although the waxoil tends to stay put provided you don't go off-road and wear it off.
However, wrapping up the spare in plastic could result in moisture retention, which may lead to premature corrosion, particularly if it is a steel wheel. I apply waxoil to the spare. *Disco3 7-seat Auto
March 2006
Zermatt silver
*Disco TD5 GS Manual
2001
Epson Green
108,000 miles without a single problem
*Disco TD200 Manual
1993
Bonatti Grey
55,000 trouble-free miles
*Various company cars, no comparison
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| 2nd May 2006 7:03 pm |
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DG
Site Moderator
Member Since: 12 Dec 2005
Location: The Gaff
Posts: 50981
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Apologies for being the dunce here but how long are you guys going to be keeping the motor to warrant having the waxoil treatment done? 21 year LR veteran > D2 GS 2003 > D3 S 2006 > D3 HSE 2009 > D4 HSE 2013 > D4 HSE 2015 > D5 HSE 2018 > DS HSE R-Dynamic P300e 2021
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| 2nd May 2006 7:18 pm |
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SimonH
Member Since: 29 Apr 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 161
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If it proves to be a reasonably reliable car and no one shunts it, I am intending to keep for 10 years or more.
That is of course that we dont get taxed off the roads by some looney tune militants that cant find a decent cause to follow.
Thanks for the responses to my original thread.
June can't come quick enough....... NOW SOLD: 2006 TDV6 SE Auto Zermatt silver with Alpaca Leather
Tow Pack, PTI, Full Size Spare
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| 2nd May 2006 7:34 pm |
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OffRoader
Member Since: 23 Aug 2005
Location: North Extreme
Posts: 120
 
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I also used Dinitrol for underneath when the car was brand new. 3 + 5 liters totally. Orinal protection was very poor, just painted. Really you should improve if you plan to keep car longer than 6 years.
Offroader -- too many modifications made to my Disco 3 to be listed in here --
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| 5th May 2006 6:51 pm |
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ej
Member Since: 18 Jan 2006
Location: wales
Posts: 34
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What if the disco is 9 months old ? Are there any problems with applying a coating ? Does it involve having to clean any grime ?
ej
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| 6th May 2006 1:39 pm |
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TonyH
Member Since: 01 Mar 2006
Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
Posts: 211
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Hi ej
Underbody sealants such as waxoil should be applied to a clean surface wherever possible. This ensures effective protection against chlorides and other corrosive compounds, which adhere to the underside of the vehicle. Where sealants are applied over a coating of mud, this can actually prote corrosion by creating a void, which can retain moisture and allow the wax to break away. I would recommend a high pressure wash or better still a steam-clean prior to application. *Disco3 7-seat Auto
March 2006
Zermatt silver
*Disco TD5 GS Manual
2001
Epson Green
108,000 miles without a single problem
*Disco TD200 Manual
1993
Bonatti Grey
55,000 trouble-free miles
*Various company cars, no comparison
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| 6th May 2006 5:00 pm |
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