I've been trying to find a similar Stub Box, as per your measurements, but alas cannot locate similar. Might you be able to point me in the right direction?

Nodge, you're a mind-reader. I came back to LZone to ask you for details and you beat me to it. I've copied what you have written in order to copy. I hope you don't mind. Thanks.

Yeah, I've seen them and am impressed. I would buy one of these, except I'm impressed enough with seeing what you did to try it myself. Your budget option has given me the nudge (by Nodge) to try it. I'm now looking at available parts. Thanks again. Another edit. I think I've just seen your...

You're better off removing the box completely, as the internals of the box aren't easy to modify for better flow. This is why I went for a DIY solution. Nodge, that is a good bit of engineering! I've taken on-board all that's been written and will replace my baffled back-box with a...

Hi Nodge. I'm considering grinding-off the final pipe from the Back-box, with a view to ripping out the internals to make it a straight-through, before welding the pipe back on - as a project and recording its progress. This might be of some use to others, I guess. I'm in the process of ordering...

That's what I want! I'm getting one.

I have to say you've all given me good info and something to consider. I do like the ss backbox idea. Where did you buy that?

Your answer is wizard. Thanks.

Thanks Jayridium. That's what I was hoping for. My plan is to get a box and rip its guts out, so it looks the part while giving me better performance & mpg. I'm aware 2 strokes need a back pressure but not 4 strokes.

2 B or not 2 B, is crap. Get a Td4.

I have a question concerning my Freelander 1, Td4, 2004, exhaust system. What are the chances my Freelander would run better with a straight-through catalytic converter, before the large back-box? And please ignore the MOT test for this question as I know a CAT is required – I think. It’s...

I discovered they, the original Torx screws, were made from mild steel that rounded-off easily. Rusty as hell too, which is probably why!! This meant that out of the 12, 3 were difficult to remove and needed drilling-out followed by an Easyout!

Having replaced the Torx screws on my Freelander 1, Td4, 2004, M47 Engine High Pressure Fuel Pump and its pressure regulator, I thought the following info might be of use to others. There are 12 main-body screws, plus 2 for the regulator. See the photo for sizes etc. The Allen Key sizes are...

It's the starting! When cold it starts with a slight struggle. As it gets warmer it takes more turns to get started with a slight screeching sound from the starter area. When hot, it has to turn over a lot of times before it kicks into life. The rev's seem sluggish as it turns too.

Thanks for the info & photo's concerning your starter rebuild. I will be following suit just as soon as the kit arrives. I was uncertain about removing both the air-inlets, but now will. Thanks.

Quote, starter on mine made an odd chirping sound .. 't were a sign that the battery had had it's day ( 'cause the solenoid actuator thing .. be slow to move .. relative to how it should ) at same time the door locks made squeaky sounds when activated .. new battery solved those issues .. ( well...

I reckon there might well be more owners with faulty valves than is known. How many have slow leaks, I wonder, pumping expensive cans of sealant into the system or paying a garage to do it for them? Mine is fixed. Brill. Worth that £20.

Hi Arctic. I did the HPFP seals when I did the HP Pump. All the seals seemed okay but were replaced anyway, especially as I had gone to all the trouble of buying the retaining bolt/screw to hold the sprocket in position and had the seals to do the job. I don't really mind replacing all the bits...

Having slept on the problem I have come to a decision. I'm replacing the starter motor with a new one. Thinking about it, there is a peculiar screeching noise from it when starting, and when hot I'm certain it's turning the engine at a slower pace. I'll let you know how it goes.