Hi Mike, Did the lack of boot space or the very dodgy clutch do it for you ?? The most embarrasing thing was when I bought a new toolbox and had to collect it with my wife's Audi A3 because I couldn't fit it into the boot or back seats of my ZS Saloon :o . Mark

Struck a nerve there me thinks. I agree regarding auto's, that's all I drive and guess what - my 4.0 V8 is auto. I didn't try the TDI, just the TD5, and still think that when mated to a 4 speed auto it needs to be reved hard to get anywhere. I do realise that it won't have as much get up and...

I tried a TD5 Auto, I was passed by several cyclists whilst trying to accelerate out of the showroom. It just aint right to have to rev an engine that hard to get it to move. I am currently using my 4.0 V8 Series 2 Disco to commute to Aberdeen (56mile round trip including crossing the city) and...

Does anybody have a service schedule (ie what gets done at each different service) for a Series II Disco 4.0 V8. When does the timing chanin need to be replaced etc..... Cheers, Mark:)

I thought that the timing belts were changed at 90K. I used to have an MG ZS with the same V6 and it was a very expensive affair with most places taking the engine out to do it as it was quicker. Mark

The cruise control is almost certainly caused by a cracked piece of rubber pipe. If you trace the throttle cable back to the cruise control unit, there is a black rubber hose with almost a 180deg bend in it. Mine had split at the bend. Cut end off push back on - jobs a good un. Cheers, Mark

I have a 1999 4.0V8 Auto, and I can select gears as soon as the engine starts. I had a similar problem on the wfes old Mazda, and it turned out to be a low fluid level. Cheers, Mark

I bought myself a nice new 48" hi-lift jack. It arrived I unpacked it and went out to see how well it worked on my new landrover. I put it beside the Disco and bugger me I suddenly realised that the side steps may cause me a few problems. :o Can these be used with a disco with side sills ...

A V8 with an auto box is the way to go. If you can afford to feed it.:D Mark

Yes it is, hence the bands. But the highest band only applies to fairly new vehicles (not sure exact date). Cheers, Mark :)

To be honest in a car that weighs 2.3T, I would imagine that any increase in BHP would be barely noticeable. If I wanted a quick car, I would have held on to my twin turbo Subaru or V6 MGZS. I want better responsiveness, cooler running engine in the mid range (wher most of my driving would be) &...

It is a little bit more responsiveness that I'm after, which I believe an optimized map may give me.

Is this re-map also available for the 4.0 V8 in a series II Disco ?? Mark

Likewise. Mine is going back in today to the dealer to have a look at the same problem under warranty.

Cheers for that Aero.:) Like you, my plan is to change coolant regularly and possibly even the thermostat aswell. On the rpiv8.com website, it says that rechipping the ECU will make the engine run cooler. Although it only specificallt mentions the GEMS system (my Disco V8 is Thor), it should...

Already did the WD bit, I guess it just needs repeated application. Cheers, Mark

What's the most common fault that will cause a stiff rear door on a Disco 2. I know that it will be fairly heavy anyway because of the wheel, but it does seem much more stiff than the other ones I have tried. Mark :D

Hi everyone, I have just bought a 1999 Disco II 4.0 V8 Auto - on an impulse. Now that I have handed over the cash I have a few questions. I have read in various places that the V8 liners are prone to shifting an wrecking the engine. The previous owner paid over £3500 to diagnose a coolant...