nigethecat
Member Since: 11 Sep 2016
Location: Marnoch
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| Re: Time for some modifications and advice needed please! |
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GKU wrote:Hi All,
Am new to the forum. Have had my TDV6 XS D3 (2006) for several years now, with no modifications whatsoever (!). Loving her more and more as time goes on. Used her to cart the family round Scotland, Wales and Cornwall.
Now the family is growing, we need to take more stuff with us, which leads me to a roof rack question for you all. I'm wondering if there is a roof rack system that also allows for a box to put on top of the rack, similar to the Thule type boxes that I see all over the place? Am I asking for too much? Or should I give up?
Sorry for the silly question, if it is silly. If the answer is no, is a Prospeed Roof Rack the most appropriate?
Any help and advice gratefully received.
Thanks,
GKU
Welcome to the madhouse ! you can buy adaptors (foot packs) for any Thule bars (provided they are the correct width and this then slots in the T-track on the roof rails(if you have these). If you don't have the roof rails they are a very simple addition and will give lots of flexibility to what you can carry.
From memory I think the fixing kit for the T-track is 3027 with a 753 foot pack.. just plug your car details into the Thule website for options. Otherwise you can get expedition racks which give a lot more space but with an increase in cost...  I want to see the sweets before I get into your windowless van... I'm not stupid!
Corris Grey D4 Commercial SE 2016
Zermatt Sliver 2007 D3 SE manual (gone)
Indus Silver D4 HSE 2015 (gone)
Bonatti Grey D3 HSE 2006 (gone)
White D3 S (LHD) 2007 (gone)
Firenze Red D4 HSE 2014 (gone)
Black RRS 3.6TDV8 2008 (gone)
Rusty Green Defender 110 1997 (gone)
Black FL2 HSE 2013 (gone)
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Dusty1
Member Since: 14 Sep 2021
Location: Newbury
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Hi, looking for some advice. Has anyone got experience of patten parts for front suspension arms over genuine Land Rover parts, specifically regarding the bush failure. Thinking of using pattern parts this time, but could that be a mistake? Thanks
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| 14th Sep 2021 6:15 pm |
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nigethecat
Member Since: 11 Sep 2016
Location: Marnoch
Posts: 4142
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Check out the selection on Advanced Factors website (and you get a 5% discount using code "AF4LRP" as a forum member)
https://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/steering--suspension-12-c.asp
I used Meyle on my D3 and they were great, others use Lemforder or Optimal... some bushes are stiffer than others, there's plenty of information here if you use the search function ! I want to see the sweets before I get into your windowless van... I'm not stupid!
Corris Grey D4 Commercial SE 2016
Zermatt Sliver 2007 D3 SE manual (gone)
Indus Silver D4 HSE 2015 (gone)
Bonatti Grey D3 HSE 2006 (gone)
White D3 S (LHD) 2007 (gone)
Firenze Red D4 HSE 2014 (gone)
Black RRS 3.6TDV8 2008 (gone)
Rusty Green Defender 110 1997 (gone)
Black FL2 HSE 2013 (gone)
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| 14th Sep 2021 6:20 pm |
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JL92
Member Since: 15 Sep 2021
Location: Herefordshire
Posts: 23
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Hi All
New to this forum and to Discovery 3’s. Just bought my first one 2 days ago. Seems to be ok so far. 2008 SE 7 seats. Looks very tidy. Automatic (I prefer manuals) this is my first automatic Landrover.
I’ve owned a series 1971 2a, 1992 discovery, 1997 discovery, 2004 discovery and a 1985 v8 Range Rover.
It’s been 5 or 6 years now since I’ve owned a Landrover and was missing them.
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| 15th Sep 2021 10:44 pm |
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aja4x4
Member Since: 14 Apr 2019
Location: Westbury
Posts: 2459
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Welcome 
The first thing to check is to see if your oil pump has been changed for the later version the original one has a weakness in the casing where a timing belt tensioner attaches and can fail at any time. Andrew
D3 2.7tdv6 2005
D4 3.0 SDV6 Commercial died and gone to LR heaven
D5 3.0 SDV6 HSE
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| 16th Sep 2021 6:23 am |
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AMFRYER
Member Since: 16 Sep 2021
Location: Scotland
Posts: 1
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| Hello - New Member - Commercial Disco 4 Owner |
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Hello all members,
I have often used this excellent forum for technical research related to my past 2 x LR3 (both owned in Dubai) and my current Discovery 4 Commercial Land Rovers, now based in Edinburgh Scotland.
It's amazing the expertise and knowledge across all members / owners.
I hope it is OK, but I wanted to advertise my current Discovery 4 Commercial for sale on this forum as its quite a specialized vehicle, especially as the previous owner was a Land Rover specialist garage and they retro fitted rear seats that match exactly to the front seats. Its still a Commercial vehicle on the Log Book, which helps me as I run my own LTD CO now since getting out of the corporate world in 2018.
Look out for my advert , a White - 2011 - 3.0- TDV6 LR4 Commercial.
Cheers
Mark
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| 16th Sep 2021 3:23 pm |
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ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
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Hi Mark, there are some forum rules for posting in the For sale section.
You may want to have a read:
https://www.disco4.com/forum/read-posting-...40303.html Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
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| 16th Sep 2021 4:11 pm |
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GKU
Member Since: 07 Sep 2021
Location: Witney
Posts: 2
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| Re: Time for some modifications and advice needed please! |
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Dear aja4x4 and nigethecat,
Thanks for the advice. I'll make the request in the My discovery section of the D3 too.
I'm getting into these modifications....
Thanks
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| 17th Sep 2021 2:58 pm |
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bpavey
Member Since: 18 Sep 2021
Location: Bristol
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Good morning all!
New user to this forum, recently picked up a lovely 07 Disco 3 XS spec and following a quick week at my local services after two years of it being SORN'd - I'm now out on the road and absolutely loving it, wish I had done this sooner!
Long-time lurker and I have been fascinated by your builds and helpful comments and advice regarding the general modifications to Discos!
Looking to do a bit of tinkering here and there, first things first - getting Apple Carplay into my infotainment system!
Looking forward to making all your acquaintances!
Warm regards!
Ben
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| 18th Sep 2021 10:21 am |
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Hownamlaw21
Member Since: 02 Sep 2021
Location: North Somerset
Posts: 2
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New member, thanks for having me! I recently bought an 08 HSE Disco3 and I love it. Wish I’d bought one ten years ago, long distances are a pleasure. As soon as I got it I had all the oils changed and so far all is great but I’m waiting for something to go wrong. Naively I was using it to go the very short distance to the yard and eventually the battery drained too low to ignite the glow plugs so wouldn’t start, I checked the battery condition and was ok but the voltage was at only 25%. A day of charging got it up to 100% so all is working well now. It’s mot is due November and needs the rear suspension bushes changing to pass so not looking forward to that bill as I’m aware it’s a lengthy job. Looking forward to discussion.
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| 18th Sep 2021 12:06 pm |
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NJSS
Member Since: 06 May 2009
Location: Catherington, Hampshire.
Posts: 10488
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Welcome Hownamlaw21
Have a look at the Wiki where you will find a lot of helpful information.
NJSS
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| 18th Sep 2021 12:18 pm |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Welcome
Where in North Somerset? I used to be in Weston before moving further South Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
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1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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| 18th Sep 2021 12:47 pm |
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budiboi
Member Since: 19 Sep 2021
Location: lagos
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Hi everyone am a new member.I own a 05 LR3 landie and i have had a few issues with it in the past.I check reviews and fixes for the rig on the internet but i notice this website keeps coming up.I am happy to finally be a member of this forum and i hope i can contribute my own quota in my little way.Cheers
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| 19th Sep 2021 9:46 am |
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jimbogti
Member Since: 19 Sep 2021
Location: OLDHAM
Posts: 2
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Hi all
Just purchased a D3 HSE 2005, love it! At least she saves me buying christmas tree lights at least!!
Jim
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| 19th Sep 2021 11:50 am |
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JDL60
Member Since: 20 Sep 2021
Location: Wirral
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| Evening all, Disco 3 HSE new owner from Wirral |
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Hi guys
Just dipped my toe into LR ownership with a 2007 Disco 3 HSE 117k miles ..
Looking forward to learning all about them on here!
John
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| 20th Sep 2021 9:04 pm |
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