Ah. I see. Thank you, Chaser. Yes, that sounds logical. I've been talking to a local (& down to earth) independent LR garage. They recommend that the radiator is checked for free flow through as a starter for ten, then look at free flow through engine, then look at the thermostat. I think I'll...

Thanks, Chaser. The basic problem is that the coolant is getting so hot that it is boiling. This is building pressure & heat and the expansion tank is deforming as a result. This twists & pushes the cap up & that's where the coolant loss occurs. I know this 'cos I saw it happening yesterday...

Hi I have a 1998 Freelander XEDi 1.9L "L" series diesel. See photo. Love it to bits... ...(there's always a "but")... ...but I've got a mysterious problem at the mo, which I'd appreciate some help with. Ever since I got it (Sept 2008), it's lost a bit of coolant. Previous owner had...

Hi This probably doesn't help you as you say that you can't locate 225/55 tyres in Barbados, but I've just got my car back from its MOT & it's had three Kuhmo 225/55 ZR17 97W KH11 Ecsta X3 tyres fitted for £274 all in. 7 mm tread depth to cope with the snow we've been treated to over here...

Hi Does anyone know whether a soft top kit for a 2004 (53 reg) will fit a 1998 XEDi? Thanks. Mark