2012 Defender must be a 'real' Land Rover... Or my bad luck simply continues

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Originally Posted by wannabeexplorer

The rear diff was replaced since that's where it sounded like the noise came from, but turned out not to be the issue,

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That'll make for an interesting warranty claim.......which dealer did you say..... :angel:

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Originally Posted by Sue

It's disappointing I know, but try to look on the bright side; they will work out what is wrong with it, fix it, return it and you'll soon have your beautiful new car back... :)

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I was breaking in a new laptop when I came across your post with my mouth full of coffee . Now the keypad's a mess and the mouse has a mind of its own.:mad:
Bill.

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Originally Posted by wannabeexplorer

The rear diff was replaced since that's where it sounded like the noise came from, but turned out not to be the issue, so they proceeded to look at transfer case and found some moulding sand in the bottom!

Full marks to the dealership for keeping me informed and resolving the issue; they have also given me a demo Freelander to drive around in until I get the truck back...

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Sand in the transfer case. Moulding sand. That is just so wrong.

That is a new low.

JC

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Originally Posted by wagoo

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I was breaking in a new laptop when I came across your post with my mouth full of coffee . Now the keypad's a mess and the mouse has a mind of its own.:mad:
Bill.

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Is it under warranty?.. :p