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dave_r

New Member

• Nov 1, 2008

• #1

Hi. I know this is a hard one to identify with words etc but its worth a try.

I have a 2001 4.6 which has over the last couple months had a transmision noise that is getting progresivly worse. Its a whine that is there at any speed over about 10mph and any time under load or not. I know I should expect some noise but this has definately got worse and is now at a level that its anoying.

Is there a common cause of noise or is it best ot put it into a garage to have it looked at? Or if there is anyone who is confident enough to identify it and local to me (Wellington, Somerset) I would be more than happy to provide beer tokens in exchange for a diagnosis.

Cheers in advance.
Dave

 

Irishrover

Well-Known Member

• Nov 3, 2008

• #2

Bearings in Transfer Box possibly shot??????
Ashcroft Transmission in Dunstable are the boys for a replacement if that is the case.
Get a local dealer or independant to have a listen.

 

Irishrover

Well-Known Member

• Nov 3, 2008

• #3

Forgot to add, mine went noisy at 60000 with full LR history.
Was the bearings.

 

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dave_r

New Member

• Nov 7, 2008

• #4

I'll book it into a local place and get them to listen to it I think and go from there.

Is it a big job to replace them and is it best to get a new one or can you get re-con ones?

 

Irishrover

Well-Known Member

• Nov 7, 2008

• #5

You can replace them but chances are there is wear elsewhere in the box. A new box will cost a small fortune. Ashcroft Transmissions in the Luton area specialise in rebuilding LR boxes and offer an overhauled box, fitted in half a day and a free loan car to get you around whilst the work is being done. Have a look on their website for prices (Much cheaper than main stealers). I highly reccomend them.

 

Irishrover

Well-Known Member

• Nov 7, 2008

• #6

Full recon. exchange Borg Warner Transfer box from Ashcroft £495 + VAT + Fitting (If req'd)

 

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madmax676

New Member

• Nov 15, 2008

• #7

Dave

Get it along to Causeway 4x4 - Landrover independants near Bridgwater. Speak to Jon or Clive and they will advise and or sort it

Tel: 01278 683345

 

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dave_r

New Member

• Nov 18, 2008

• #8

Well got there in the end, well nearly anyway. Took it to County Rovers in Taunton who have diagnosed it as the rear diff. It back in there in a couple weeks to be sorted. Its covered by the warranty I bought covers it so it shouldnt cost me anything.