Member Since: 27 Nov 2016
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confused... 4.4 V8 Cambelt??
Read an article in lro int this weekend that said the disco 3 4.4 v8 needs a cambelt change at 150,000 mls, just bought mine and its at 140,000, I thought the v8 didn't have cambelt issues or have I got that wrong? any help much appreciated.
28th Nov 2016 9:17 am
robpenrose
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When does the manual say it should be changed?
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28th Nov 2016 9:53 am
toolbox 28
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haven't found it yet, i'll try and have a look through.
28th Nov 2016 12:42 pm
toolbox 28
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confused...it's not that difficult!
Hi all, as a new owner of a disco 3 4.4 v8 I was surprised to see an article in Lro int stating the cambelt needs changing at 150,000, as mine's already on 140,000 I thought I'd seek some advice on here as I thought it didn't have a cambelt? any advice much appreciated.
28th Nov 2016 12:48 pm
Mogwyth
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Thought it had a chain? Can check the workshop manual when I get home.==================================
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28th Nov 2016 12:55 pm
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28th Nov 2016 1:15 pm
pjm-84
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Auxiliary bely change at 150k. Diesel at 105k.
Thankfully one job I don't need to do!
28th Nov 2016 1:52 pm
toolbox 28
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confused...it's not that difficult!
thank you everybody, that's a relief then just the auxillary belt to do then
28th Nov 2016 6:19 pm
M3DPO
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Chains, sprockets and tensioner so don't last forever! there must be a recommended service mileage, age is irrelevant for a chain a snapped chain has the same consequences as a snapped belt- dead engine.It can when others can't,
It will when others won't,
It goes where others don't.
28th Nov 2016 7:55 pm
Alphamale
Member Since: 28 May 2014
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No cam belts just 4 duplex cam chains, but don't worry, unlike the diesel cam belts, they give some warning of problems such as timing problems or noisy chains, but no sudden failures. Unless you're prone to the odd drag strip run at Santa Pod There are no service intervals for the 4.0 V6 or 4.4 V8 cam chains mentioned in the service manual.
We do have 2 belts for ancillaries though, which, irrespective of manufacturers recommendations, should be checked regularly for defects. The primary (serpentine)belt runs the alternator, steering, A/C & water pumps and the Secondary belt runs the cooling fan.
Service manual for these reads;
Ancillary Drive Belt
1. Check the condition of the ancillary drive belt.
2. Remove all traces of mud and dirt from the drive belt and pulleys.
3. Check the drive belt for signs of splitting and wear.
CAUTION:When vehicles are operating under arduous conditions, the following service items must be carried out every 5 years or 75,000 miles (120,000 km).
4. Every 7 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) - 4.0 Litre engine: Replace the ancillary drive belt. For additional information, refer to Accessory Drive Belt (303 -05A )
5. Every 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) - 4.4 Litre engine: Replace the ancillary drive belt. For additional information, refer to Accessory Drive Belt (303 -05B )
28th Nov 2016 8:43 pm
pagoda
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Good post from Alphamale.
The two belts are an easy DIY change. I think the belts are £30 for the pair. Google Atlantic British on youtube; the guy does a good video (there are lots of good vids on the LR3 that they've done).PAGODA
29th Nov 2016 3:15 am
plocker
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Makes you happy owning a V8 when you dont have to worry about the Cambelts change, EGR blanks, cambelt tensioner mount failure, body off turbo replacements.
Ill settle with a few less MPG and a nice sound to get rid of all that! 8)
Although this morning I would have liked a FBH 05 V8 HSE Bonatti Grey
29th Nov 2016 8:49 am
toolbox 28
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I think i'm gonna like owning my v8, petrol ? its only money!!
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a snapped chain has the same consequences as a snapped belt- dead engine.
