OriginalRedRover
New Member
I am new to LZ despite having my LR90 2.5 D NA for quite some time. I have got used to the odd water leak inside, but now wish to rectify the slow starting engine. All original 1984 2.5 D NA which turns over quickly with a fully charged battery, but the engine takes about 5-10 seconds of turning the key before it splutters into life. Once the ecelerator peddle is depressed and a grey smoke cloud is produced the engine runs fine. It starts immediately once it has been used during the day. I have not touched the engine apart from filters and lubes in five years. The slow start and spluttering has always been a feature of a cold start and it gradually wears the battery down.
I would be grateful for some advice on rectifying the problem. Is it the glow plugs, the alternator, starter motor, oil in the cylinder heads or something else? I am hoping for something simple.
I would be grateful for some advice on rectifying the problem. Is it the glow plugs, the alternator, starter motor, oil in the cylinder heads or something else? I am hoping for something simple.