We used to stay at the Cannon Hotel, just off the main street. It was the cheapest hotel, but still very good. I recommend it.

Yes, there are two wrecks about 15Km's south of Sidi-Ifni. We used to wild-camp there, studying the geology and catching fish to BBQ. There are a few fishermen's shanties there, so buying fresh fish straight from the sea is always available. There are wild gerbils in abundance as well as birds...

While in the RAF I flew into Gib on a regular basis, learning to really like the place. I used to enjoy dining at The Angry Friar, across the road from the Governor's House. Sadly, the Friar has gone downhill, to the point we no longer eat or drink there. I was married in Gib three years ago. My...

Hi Terry. I've just read your post. I too live near Albox, recently moved from the Malaga area. I'm driving around in my FL1, 2006 Td4 HSE, LH drive (Spanish Plates) - 3 door, with heavy-duty stainless-steel sidesteps. I hope all went well with the MOT, but what a long haul. Regards.

Retired but still busy. Where does all the time go? On my Freelander, of course.

Hi Old Diver. Nodge68 has advised me to stick to the 10W/40 engine oil, giving his reasons too. I'm following his advice. I'm looking at your Handle & location, Old diver - Dunfermline, reckoning you might be ex-Navy, having left at Rosyth. My wife & I hail from St Andrews, with family members...

Thanks, Nodge. I was in two minds about using the 5w/30 , especially as it resembles cocal-cola when being poured, such is its viscosity. Your advice is very welcome.

Hi. The oils I'm using are as follows:- Gearbox = 75w - 80 Synthetic API GL4+ made by 'ad oils'. It's a Spanish producer, A.D.Parts S.L. IRD = 75w - 90 Synthetic Gear S90, API GL4/GL5, made by Xtreme. Engine = 10w/40 Premium Synthetic (gas/diesel) made by Kraft. Rear Diff = 75w - 90...

I'm just back from a good run today. The car not only feels smoother but also sounds it. Gear changing had never been an issue in the past, but I must say it's even better. My wife agrees as well, and for her to recognise any kind of differences they have to be large. So, fully synthetic oil in...

Jeezus-frigging-Christ! Blasphemy - I know, but given from the flaming heart! I just hope my own LR doesn't suffer the same! I reckon I would buy a gun and put-it-down for good!! Expensive!!! And very sad. Grumpy... I expected you to look like the photo you use. A fur coat and long fluffy ears...

Hi Bluewheels. What was going wrong with your IRD that persuaded you to replace it? And that goes for the VCU too? I carried out a refurbishment of my car's VCU myself, made a Thread of it, and it's still working perfectly. I wonder if it's at all possible to personally recover an IRD, should it...

Hi Col. The answer is YES, it is. Smoother & quieter with an easy gearchange, although it was never a problem anyway. I read on another LZ Thread that another FL1 owner had replaced the gear oil with synthetic, which is one main reason for doing it myself. His FL1 also felt and sounded better...

Hi. I've just renewed the gearbox (fully synthetic) oil in my 2006 FL1 Td4, manual, and it took 1.85 litres of oil. The car was perfectly level so no problems there. I measured what went in, and of course what came out. And, it too was 1.85 litres, although as black as tar. It's only a guess...

Having just carried out an oil change on my IRD box, which was a bit messy using a 60ml syringe, I then turned my attention to the Manual Gearbox. The filler plug had a Torx fitting head and was so tight it rounded off as I attempted to remove it with the appropriate Torx tool. And that leaves...

Well, that's as good as any reply I expected to receive. Thanks, Hd3. I have a much better understanding now than before. Best regards.

In addition to all the previous Threads and replies, I'm aware of a piece of kit known as the OBDPROG MT001 that can correct an indicated mileage on a speedo. There are other models too, but so far have not found any that can do the FL1. This model (MT001) cannot do the Freelander 1, sadly, so...

Having carried out some research prior to deciding if and should I tune my FL1 with a chip or mapping, I discovered the following on YouTube. I'm including a link for anyone interested in viewing it. It's a bit concerning, actually. Having also read what other LZone members have written, has...

I stuffed kitchen paper into the ports, one sheet for each. That prevented anything from going in and peace of mind too. Cheap and very effective.

I'[m looking at getting a bigger boost from my engine as well as making it more economical. There two Chip tuning boxes on Ebay, and there may be others elsewhere. Diesel chip tuning box Land Rover Freelander 2.0 2.2 TD4 SD4 2 economy CR Tech 2 Diesel chip tuning box Land Rover Freelander...

Oh no! LandyZone seems to be printing lots of my one reply. Sorry everyone. I'm not sure what's happening. Oooooerrrr.