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  1. lightning

    Defender L663 review !

    Mine doesn't have that either! I think the "base" model is the best one to get.
  2. lightning

    Defender L663 review !

    No they're just a funny shape. l don't have the locking differentials. However it does have an advanced traction control as standard and it seems to work very well.
  3. lightning

    Defender L663 review !

    Mine is the basic specification with the coil springs so is much simpler than that. But apparently it still "embraces the impossible" according to Land Rover I have the 3.0 six cylinder lngenium diesel with 250bhp. l just drove back from Wales and over the 120 miles journey l achieved 42.7mpg...
  4. lightning

    Delayed throttle response after start up

    Great news Glad it sorted the problem. You'll probably find fuel economy is improved as well.
  5. lightning

    Delayed throttle response after start up

    Try a new MAF unit, when this fails you get exactly these symptoms. When you start the engine the ECU looks for a signal from the MAF unit and if it doesn't get one it switches to default settings. While this is happening the vehicle won't really accelerate, then after a short time the power...
  6. lightning

    L322 Range Rover My m62 v8 lpg mite be for sale

    I seriously doubt that ULEZ will be scrapped sadly.
  7. lightning

    Collecting cars

    Do you have a link to that? There's a lot of Defenders on Auto Trader.
  8. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    Yeah the Bronco looks great, reasonably priced as well. Wonder why Ford isn't marketing it in the U.K.
  9. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    There's a gap in the market for someone to produce a working vehicle for around £30,000 lf Suzuki can do it for £20,000 then surely a larger version is possible at under £30,000 The Suzuki has a separate chassis with the same drivetrain as an old Defender, with a five speed manual transmission...
  10. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    You should be able to import TD5's now, as the first ones were made in 1998. As these are plentiful in the U.K. l would expect prices over in the USA to fall.
  11. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    Well, let's see your ideas for a simple functional vehicle then, that Land Rover should have produced. lneos went for it with the Grenadier and largely succeeded, although it's out of reach for most at over £70,000. What you need is a back to basics vehicle for £30,000 But don't forget, the...
  12. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    Jimny interior All hard plastic. Better for a traditional working 4x4 but would today's Defender buyers accept it?
  13. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    The thing is, how do you think Land Rover should have developed the new Defender? Traditional chassis with live axles, or the more modern independent setup? And the interior, should they have gone for a plastic interior trim (there are some plastics and it has rubber mats rather than carpet) Do...
  14. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    lt probably wouldn't. After six barrel rolls this 110 doesn't look that much different
  15. lightning

    How to make the new Defender look more like the old one

    Don't know why l didn't think of it before Fit the grille from the old one
  16. lightning

    TD5 turbo

    lt's very unlikely the turbo has siezed and is then freeing off. Check the MAF unit. lf the MAF has failed you'll get exactly these symptoms. Also the wastegate could be seized, so check that as well. That can also give the symptoms you are getting.
  17. lightning

    Glow plugs

    Yes effectively a deep 10mm socket with a articulated joint on the end
  18. lightning

    Glow plugs

    Google or Ebay search "TD5 glow plug removal tool"
  19. lightning

    Defender L663 review !

    l have the same issue, being in business and use the vehicle all day everyday l was torn between sticking with my 155,000 mile TD5 which required constant maintenance or going with the new one which l can just get in and drive. Also it's got more security for my tools etc. Of course the ideal...
  20. lightning

    Defender L663 review !

    Oh it does have some character, much more than other SUV's l have driven, plus the "Defender" legacy. And the interior certainly on my base specification model feels like a Defender. l definitely love the vehicle although it took some time. But you're right, it's still nothing like the...
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