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 Please Help!!!! Just lost power on motorway!!!! Cruise Prob? |
JimboTD5
 Mon Jul 16 2012 1:45pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 15 · Views: 11543 · Subject: Please Help!!!! Just lost power on motorway!!!! Cruise Prob? |
| Interesting post! I was travelling on the M4 yesterday towing my twin axle caravan doing about 60+mph, I switched on cruise control and within a few seconds got the "engine system fault" mes ... |
| Warrentywise. Good or bad? |
JimboTD5
Wed Jul 11 2012 8:34am
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Forum: General · Replies: 9 · Views: 2999 · Subject: Warrentywise. Good or bad? |
| I had the Landrover warranty last year but have just changed to Warranty Wise, I went along to my local Landrover Indy and asked the manager what in his view was the best aftermarket warranty, he said ... |
| RRS TDV8 2009 Diesal filter problem- HELP needed |
JimboTD5
Sat Apr 28 2012 8:46pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 2046 · Subject: RRS TDV8 2009 Diesal filter problem- HELP needed |
| I did mine last week (TDV6) not sure if its the same on the V8 but its a very easy job, just remove the gearbox plastic shield (6 bolts) then remove the 3 bolts holding the fuel filter shield, drain t ... |
| Potential owner.. |
JimboTD5
Wed Apr 25 2012 10:09am
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Forum: General · Replies: 20 · Views: 6156 · Subject: Potential owner.. |
Hi
I bought my RRS when I retired 2 1/2 years ago its a 2.7 2008 "S" which is just fine for my requirements as its got several upgrads which bring it up to "SE" spec, also I was ... |
| RRS Rear brake pads |
JimboTD5
Wed Mar 28 2012 9:02pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 3 · Views: 2362 · Subject: RRS Rear brake pads |
| I changed my front and rear pads last year, no special tool required. Just attach a pipe to the bleed nipple and undo the screw to release the pressure while you compress the piston. Don't forget to c ... |
| Detachable tow bar locking key |
JimboTD5
Tue Mar 20 2012 11:59am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 6 · Views: 3895 · Subject: Detachable tow bar locking key |
Hi
The lock assembly is very easy to change, you simply need to tap out the roll pin (I think you need a 3mm punch) put on the new part and tap in the roll pin. It really is that simple.
I chang ... |
| Detachable tow bar locking key |
JimboTD5
Mon Mar 19 2012 6:25pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 6 · Views: 3895 · Subject: Detachable tow bar locking key |
You can purchase a replacement lock and key set from LR, very easy to change the lock and you get two keys, I purchased mine about 18 months ago and cost about £12.
Jim |
| Fitting instructions for front mud guards |
JimboTD5
Sat Mar 10 2012 9:03pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 2068 · Subject: Fitting instructions for front mud guards |
Hi
Try this, I hope it helps.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtK-Uqv4AYY
Jim |
| Has anyone fitted polybushes on their front ARB? |
JimboTD5
Thu Jun 30 2011 9:10am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 2148 · Subject: Has anyone fitted polybushes on their front ARB? |
Hi
There is some info on here, go into search, type in "Polybushes", select Maintenance & Modifications then select Range Rover Sport.
It has been done before with success.
Good ... |
| Joke for the day |
JimboTD5
Wed Jun 29 2011 1:24pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 2 · Views: 1101 · Subject: Joke for the day |
Brilliant!!  |
| Bloody road tax! |
JimboTD5
Wed Jun 01 2011 3:57pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 33 · Views: 6350 · Subject: Bloody road tax! |
Know exactly how you feel, in April I had Road Tax, Insurance, 1st Mot, service, new pads all round and to cap it all the landrover extended warranty £780, all this on my pension!! 
Jim |
| Suspension Fault? |
JimboTD5
Tue May 31 2011 8:37am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 1 · Views: 1224 · Subject: Suspension Fault? |
Sounds like it could be the compressor or air tank if you can hear a hissing noise, both are located on the passenger side of the car.
Jim |
| engine oil |
JimboTD5
Sun May 29 2011 5:38pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 2 · Views: 1035 · Subject: engine oil |
Castrol Magnatec 5w-30 is recommended for the 2.7 engine, 6.2 litres inc oil filter change. I purchased this oil from Costco, I think it was just over £20/4lts.
Jim |
| What size bolt goes here? |
JimboTD5
Sat May 28 2011 11:45am
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Forum: General · Replies: 3 · Views: 1304 · Subject: What size bolt goes here? |
I think this plate would be removed to replace the fuel filter at the two year service. I am not sure of the bolt size but I think it is an M8.
Best to take it back to the guys who did the service ... |
| RR interior footwell strips |
JimboTD5
Fri May 27 2011 8:43am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 3 · Views: 1947 · Subject: RR interior footwell strips |
Are these what you are looking for:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Stainless-Steel-Door-Sills-Range-Rover-Sport-/270751602796?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f0a0d986c
Jim |
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