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OK folks I am going to be honest & up front & admit that I have jumped in head first into buying a discovery 2 on a 2000 plate. Had it 6 days & have to admit it was a bit of a shock getting used to it ( my previous car was a Volvo s80 d5 ) but I am glad I have made that choice as I need something to tow a twin wheeler caravan. Its not rocket science to see why I got a bit of a shock from my previous car as they could not be anymore apart but the more I drive it the more I am starting to fall in love with it & getting used to it as well. since buying it last week I have just found out ( through playing around with the buttons on the dash...still awaiting owners manual from garage...WHY don't ask ) that the air suspension has ben replaced with coil suspension ( WHY ONE MIGHT ASK GOOD OR BAD REASON )does not bother me at all just a little intrigued why this occurs...??? Anyway because of where I plan to go ( hopefully ) I would like some advice on some upgrading ( if needed ) on tyres / suspension even future repairs for that matter & any general advice on the discovery when needed. I live in Newcastle & would appreciate anyone local who maybe might be able to help with any of the above.

kind regards

David
 
david in the process of sorting the air on mine, they are great work horses but you need to look after and love them, fix it before it breaks and they pay you back. PLEASE check the rear chassis as they fail bad at this point. Other than that enjoy and keep posting. P.s. if your looking for a fault search otherwise you will get abuse from the loonies me included ;)
 
Many many thanks for your quick reply.....I was not sure if I did the right thing buying the first one I drove & looked at but I did do a little home work albeit very limited.A few things I read about IE leaky sunroofs etc etc on models of this age I noticed on my recent purchase that both had been re sealed......bumpers front and back were all fixed solid....rusty bits ( on the inside of the back upper wheel arches had been repaired ) albeit not very much looked fine......I take it ( or I am hoping rather ) that the previous owner was some kind of enthusiast...now that I have just found out today that he has had the back air suspension replaced ( coil springs which I have been told is a very good conversion )... I think I could be right....fingers crossed !!! As mentioned I would like to do things before they actually go wrong ( if that makes sense ) IE I think that the front end is a bit bouncey would like already to fit new shocks / I am sure there is not much left on the front & rear brake pads...so would like to replace in the near future......as mentioned anyone know anybody I the Newcastle area that is not going to take my eyes out.......... regards david
 
thought it was mine! said:
david search research and check again loads of threads on d2 body u should have no rust problems but chassis yes, oil in injection loom yes and leaking sunroof's. you will find all you need on here but before you ask a question post a picture of tits you get better replies
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+1 on the breasticles, we like pictures

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OK folks I am really really happy with the advice from you guys already, & I have no doubt that all of you are here to help in my hour of need...but please remember I am new to this forum & posting pictures of tits on here might get me thrown of.........what would you like pics off ( I am thinking that tits mean pics......jesus I hope I am right ) as mentioned very little rust...had a look underneath very little rust on chassis / no leaks at all...very clean all round..........will try and upload some pics in the morning but as I am computer illiterate..even that might be a problem for me........regards david....
 
Coil conversion is done to save hassle. The airbag suspension is very good I believe, but not had personal experience of it as my D2 has also had a coil conversion before I bought her.OK, Replacement airbags are relatively cheap, but you have to re-calibrate the height sensors every time you change one (have a look forward of the rear wheels - you should see a little hinged arm between the trailing arm and the chassis which is plugged into the electronics of the car). The compressor has to be in good working order too ;)
 
DIFFLOCK66 said:
Coil conversion is done to save hassle. The airbag suspension is very good I believe, but not had personal experience of it as my D2 has also had a coil conversion before I bought her.OK, Replacement airbags are relatively cheap, but you have to re-calibrate the height sensors every time you change one (have a look forward of the rear wheels - you should see a little hinged arm between the trailing arm and the chassis which is plugged into the electronics of the car). The compressor has to be in good working order too ;)
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or as i found out tonight if your landy is on coils and computer set for that do not remove ride height sensor as it will send you back for a reset on system doh.
 
thought it was mine! said:
or as i found out tonight if your landy is on coils and computer set for that do not remove ride height sensor as it will send you back for a reset on system doh.
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Hell! That answers a query I had; whether to bin the sensor because it's just sitting there doing nowt! Would you be able to tell if the system ignores the sensor, before removing it and getting into all that hassle?

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Morning all & once again thanks for all the help & quick replies. Just to mention my discovery 2 has had the air suspension removed & fitted with coils springs as far as i am concerned that is the end of it...I take it that whoever had this done also done all the relevant things that needed to be...re calibrating height sensors etc etc is way beyond & above of what I am capable of doing.........so as mentionied I am assuming everything has been done..... I am also assuming having theses coils fitted will not make any difference whilst towing a twin wheeler !!! OK getting back to my 1st post anyone in the North East Area ( I actually live in Jarrow ) who could advise me on shockers for the front end the drive does seem very bouncey at the front when going over bumps ( or am I being paranoid ) car has just past MOT so I am assuming there is not really much of a problem down there......also mentioned in my earlier posts some where reasonable to fit new pads all round or is that a simple enough job for any one to do...........kind regards David............
 
sharpster500 said:
Many many thanks for your quick reply.....I was not sure if I did the right thing buying the first one I drove & looked at but I did do a little home work albeit very limited.

A few things I read about IE leaky sunroofs etc etc on models of this age I noticed on my recent purchase that both had been re sealed......bumpers front and back were all fixed solid....rusty bits (on the inside of the back upper wheel arches had been repaired) albeit not very much looked fine......I take it ( or I am hoping rather ) that the previous owner was some kind of enthusiast...

Now that I have just found out today that he has had the back air suspension replaced (coil springs which I have been told is a very good conversion )... I think I could be right....fingers crossed !!!

As mentioned I would like to do things before they actually go wrong (if that makes sense) IE I think that the front end is a bit bouncy would like already to fit new shocks / I am sure there is not much left on the front & rear brake pads...so would like to replace in the near future......as mentioned anyone know anybody I the Newcastle area that is not going to take my eyes out.......... regards david
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Hi David, first of all allow me to offer you a piece of advice - slow your thoughts down a little.

Your posts look like a mind dump and are difficult to read. If you want help from others make it easy for them to understand what help you want/need.

Now, with regard to preventative maintenance, if you want to run a reliable Discovery there is only one cost-effective way of doing it - do the work yourself.

You may feel that you don't have the tools or the aptitude yourself, but I can assure you neither do most of the garages who will offer to work on your vehicle.

These cars are quite straightforward to work on, especially for general servicing and maintenance, for example to install new brake pads all round is a job you could tackle that will take you about 1.5 to 2 hrs tops and is most satisfying once done.

Discoverys are great vehicles, probably the best overall 4x4 on the market, but they do need REGULAR fettling and pro-active maintenance, which most garages DO NOT do - they repair stuff. They do no, imho, take the same view that an enthusiastic owner would apply.

The first thing I would do in your shoes is to do a full, big service -details can follow if you so desire - that way you will learn so much about your new vehicle and establish a baseline for future work.

Good luck


David
 
Ok folks sorry but I am back.............my thoughts have slowed down and I am no longer acting like " a bairn in a sweetshop " as we say up here.

I am prepared to do as much work on the discovery as possible ,when needed but still trying to take in as much info as possible, the reason for my million & 1 questions is because like most things I do, I want to run before I can walk & I think I have a bit of ADHD in me so I will be a bit more direct with my questions I want advice on.

QUESTION A.....as my discovery no longer has air suspension will it still be OK to tow a twin wheeler caravan ??

QUESTION B.......If I wanted to ( if needed ) up grade my front shockers is there anybody in the North East that could advise me / carry out the work as I think its very bouncey at the front end...this is something I could not do...??

QUESTION C......where's the jack kept.... I do not pick up owners manual until tomorrow lunch time...if I did happen to get a flatty I would be well Knackad......??

Kind regards

David...........
 
sharpster500 said:
Ok folks sorry but I am back.............my thoughts have slowed down and I am no longer acting like " a bairn in a sweetshop " as we say up here.

I am prepared to do as much work on the discovery as possible ,when needed but still trying to take in as much info as possible, the reason for my million & 1 questions is because like most things I do, I want to run before I can walk & I think I have a bit of ADHD in me so I will be a bit more direct with my questions I want advice on.

QUESTION A.....as my discovery no longer has air suspension will it still be OK to tow a twin wheeler caravan ??

QUESTION B.......If I wanted to ( if needed ) up grade my front shockers is there anybody in the North East that could advise me / carry out the work as I think its very bouncey at the front end...this is something I could not do...??

QUESTION C......where's the jack kept.... I do not pick up owners manual until tomorrow lunch time...if I did happen to get a flatty I would be well Knackad......??

Kind regards

David...........
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jack is behind the battery under bonnet or down side of house like mine as forgot to put it back ;)
 
First thing I did when I got my Disco 2 was change all oils, engine,gearbox, front and rear diff, and filters. Then I have just kept Keith (the name kids gave the car) up to date with maintenance. So far i have had trouble free motoring and long may this continue
 
sharpster500 said:
Ok folks sorry but I am back.............my thoughts have slowed down and I am no longer acting like " a bairn in a sweetshop " as we say up here.

I am prepared to do as much work on the discovery as possible ,when needed but still trying to take in as much info as possible, the reason for my million & 1 questions is because like most things I do, I want to run before I can walk & I think I have a bit of ADHD in me so I will be a bit more direct with my questions I want advice on.

QUESTION A.....as my discovery no longer has air suspension will it still be OK to tow a twin wheeler caravan ??

QUESTION B.......If I wanted to ( if needed ) up grade my front shockers is there anybody in the North East that could advise me / carry out the work as I think its very bouncey at the front end...this is something I could not do...??

QUESTION C......where's the jack kept.... I do not pick up owners manual until tomorrow lunch time...if I did happen to get a flatty I would be well Knackad......??

Kind regards

David...........
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Hi David, here are a few thoughts to keep you busy:

A. The coil suspension will be perfectly adequate for towing your caravan;

B. I don't know anyone in the North East to help you but honestly it's an easy job. The question that's going through my mind is - why do you think it feels a bit bouncy? Can you describe the symptoms a little more before I lead you down the wrong path?

C. The jack is normally kept under a large black plastic cover in the engine bay to your left - also covers the battery. If it's not there just get yourself a std hydraulic pillar jack from Machine Mart or similar.

Cheers
Dave
 
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