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[Narangga]

Firstly a 'Thank You' to all who have posted in the D3 / D4 / RRS sub-forum. Your comments and insights have assisted in moving me across from the D2 area :)

We now own a D3 and I took this photo on the way home having picked up the vehicle in Broome on Wednesday.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2015/09/795.jpg

It's a June 2006 model so it has recently turned 9. The D2 is now 15 :o

It is, as the rims suggest, an HSE. Zermatt Silver with the Black interior (which I am not a fan of, but then when on buys second hand :angel:)

We are the third owners. The first had it for 2 years and did 80,000 km. The second owner has had it since then.

The vehicle has done 219,000km. However at 155,000 km in late 2011 there was a bang and the original engine stopped - just after it went out of warranty! :twisted: It was replaced with a second hand engine that had done 25,000 km. So the engine is coming up to about 90,000 km. In the not too distant future we will get the timing belts done (including oil pump housing) as we want to play safe.

When I asked about a steel pan on the transmission the previous owner laughed :eek2: :eek2: :eek2: Oh ow...

He then went on to say it had been an extremely expensive few months as about three months later (~160,000 km) the transmission went bang :eek: It was replaced with a brand new unit (including steel pan) :cool:. So the transmission is just on 60,000 km old. :cool: That will be serviced VERY soon.

It needed a couple of new tyres which we had put on before I drove it back. I went with an LT and got the Bridgestone D 697's. (Yes Tombie, I HEARD YA, I HEARD YA! :D) When it went to the tyre place the battery died so we did get a free new battery :p

Sixth rim is on the way, trailer connector has arrived, Mitch Hitch is ordered, LLAMS will be once they are in stock (which I am informed should be Monday) and down the track a dual battery kit installed. Will decide later about driving lights as we don't do a lot at night. The headlights were OK driving into Fitzroy Crossing Wed night but something better would be preferable for extended night time use.

Other than that it is as per the photo - ARB Bullbar, Safari Snorkel, TX3100 UHF (you can just make out the antenna in the photo) and now that I have a mark on my left knee I know it has an electric brake controller :angel:

Overall for a 9 year old vehicle it isn't in too bad a condition and with an engine and transmission as they are we thought it was too good a buy to pass up.

Sorry in advance for the questions I'll be asking...;)

[BMKal]

Looks good mate.

Like you, I was not a fan of the black interior. However, as I bought a demo D4, I didn't have a choice either.

Now though, I wouldn't have anything else in leather at least. I've seen how dirty some of the lighter colours can get, and how hard it is to clean them properly compared to the black leather. ;)

Tombie will probably also tell you what driving lights would be the best to fit to your new purchase, especially since you already have the ideal mounting platform for them. I'd tend to agree with his recommendation. :D

[Narangga]

Demo = Rich Man's Second Hand :D

Yes there is the dirt to consider although there's not as much here as there was in Arnhem Land...

[LandyAndy]

Nice buy.
My D2 came from Broome!!!!
Wecome to Club Permagrin:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:
Andrew

[kelvo]

So it was you that bought it, I had my eye on it as well :mad:

Even had the ad saved in my favourites 2006 Land Rover Discovery 3 HSE Auto 4x4 (http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Land-Rover-Discovery-3-2006/SSE-AD-3220416/?wt.z_driver=homepage_recentcar) , but wanted to get up there to see it in person 1st.

Hope it's as good as the ad made it sound :)

[morpheus]

Nice one! I have a 2006 HSE TDV6 too with about 245k. I am the second owner. The previous owner had to replace the transmission at 160k I think. Apart from diffs (which is a story in itself) the only things I have had to do is lower control arms, steering racks, and had the EPB adjusted. Oh, and the plastic piece that links the radiator and engine - dodged a real bullet there...

Somewhat bizarrely, when I was getting a wheel alignment some months ago, the dealer gave me a new air compressor as I had "missed a campaign ". I still cannot find any such campaign, and my mechanic has never heard of it, but I am not complaining!

I just have this annoying steering knock at low speeds now.

[Narangga]

So it was you that bought it, I had my eye on it as well :mad:

Even had the ad saved in my favourites 2006 Land Rover Discovery 3 HSE Auto 4x4 (http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Land-Rover-Discovery-3-2006/SSE-AD-3220416/?wt.z_driver=homepage_recentcar) , but wanted to get up there to see it in person 1st.

Hope it's as good as the ad made it sound :)

We managed to get a look at it in Broome at the end of June before we launched along the Gibb River Road. It just took us until the very end of August to get finances sorted (selling a house) before we could do it. He had dropped the price by 3 grand before we did though which made it (we thought) too good to pass up - especially once he told us about the transmission!

We had a weekend in Perth at the end of August (wife went for a conference) and had a couple in mind to look at there if this one sold. However they would have ended up costing us $10,000 more so we were pleased to get this one, given its history. It's in good nick and has obviously not been cared for fastidiously but it has been looked after though.

This one is actually the first Land Rover I've looked at before I've said yes to buying it. :o

PS - You could always put a request out for someone to have a look for you if it happens again. AULRO-ians are always a helpful lot. :)

[Narangga]

Nice buy.
My D2 came from Broome!!!!
Wecome to Club Permagrin:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:
Andrew

Andy, The Permagrin happened when I sold the Troopcarrier and bought the Defender. :)

And it has continued through both Discovery's - although I do get your point ;) (says he after only 1800 highway kms on the drive home).

[Narangga]

Nice one! I have a 2006 HSE TDV6 too with about 245k. I am the second owner. The previous owner had to replace the transmission at 160k I think. Apart from diffs (which is a story in itself) the only things I have had to do is lower control arms, steering racks, and had the EPB adjusted. Oh, and the plastic piece that links the radiator and engine - dodged a real bullet there...

Somewhat bizarrely, when I was getting a wheel alignment some months ago, the dealer gave me a new air compressor as I had "missed a campaign ". I still cannot find any such campaign, and my mechanic has never heard of it, but I am not complaining!

I just have this annoying steering knock at low speeds now.

The issue for us was not HSE or SE but 7 seats and the air suspension - and auto. Living in Darwin the considerations have changed from when we were in Arnhem Land and buying the D2 and Defender.

Good to hear you had a 'win' with the compressor. The diffs are not making any noise that I could hear but the compressor seems to be occasionally so I'll have to see what happens with that.

[LRD414]

The diffs are not making any noise that I could hear but the compressor seems to be occasionally so I'll have to see what happens with that.


Occasionally is normal for the compressor. It's when it runs for ages that you need to be concerned. I found there was lots of different noises to get used to and I think knowing what is "normal" is useful for detecting issues early.

Someone recently posted hearing a change in the sequence of sounds during normal shutdown that preceded an issue with his turbo actuator (I think).

Cheers,
Scott

[Narangga]

Occasionally is normal for the compressor. It's when it runs for ages that you need to be concerned. I found there was lots of different noises to get used to and I think knowing what is "normal" is useful for detecting issues early.

Someone recently posted hearing a change in the sequence of sounds during normal shutdown that preceded an issue with his turbo actuator (I think).

Cheers,
Scott

As you say it's getting used to what 'normal' is. At this stage no sound seems to happen regularly/consistently. I think part of it may be that the compressor probably hasn't had a lot of use in the last couple of years.

[Ean Austral]

Mums the word no longer....




Well done , it sounds like a good buy. Hope it all goes well.


Cheers Ean

[Narangga]

Mums the word no longer....




Well done , it sounds like a good buy. Hope it all goes well.


Cheers Ean

Hope so. Taking it in to MVR in the morning. I don't know how my day will pan out but are you busy around lunchtime? Was thinking about dropping in to say G'day.

[Ean Austral]

Hope so. Taking it in to MVR in the morning. I don't know how my day will pan out but are you busy around lunchtime? Was thinking about dropping in to say G'day.


Got a fish boat in about 10 so will be busy all arvo , can catch up during the week tho , give me a call and we can work it out.


Cheers Ean

[Narangga]

Will see how Friday works.

[Ean Austral]

Will see how Friday works.



No worries, see how it works out.


Cheers Ean

[Oztourer]

Nice one! I have a 2006 HSE TDV6 too with about 245k. I am the second owner. The previous owner had to replace the transmission at 160k I think. Apart from diffs (which is a story in itself) the only things I have had to do is lower control arms, steering racks, and had the EPB adjusted. Oh, and the plastic piece that links the radiator and engine - dodged a real bullet there...

Somewhat bizarrely, when I was getting a wheel alignment some months ago, the dealer gave me a new air compressor as I had "missed a campaign ". I still cannot find any such campaign, and my mechanic has never heard of it, but I am not complaining!

I just have this annoying steering knock at low speeds now.

I had the EAS air compressor on my MY05 HSE that I bought at the beginning of this year replaced free of charge by LR. I knew about it when I registered my VIN on TOPIX. When I picked the car up after the work the service rep was just as mystified as to why it was free!! Just goes to show the lengths LR go with their after market support. I would have thought 10 years was well and truely past any statute of limitation, especially for a voluntary non-safety related campaign. Saved me (and you) a nice wad of money!:D:D

[Narangga]

I had the EAS air compressor on my MY05 HSE that I bought at the beginning of this year replaced free of charge by LR. I knew about it when I registered my VIN on TOPIX. When I picked the car up after the work the service rep was just as mystified as to why it was free!! Just goes to show the lengths LR go with their after market support. I would have thought 10 years was well and truely past any statute of limitation, especially for a voluntary non-safety related campaign. Saved me (and you) a nice wad of money!:D:D

Good to hear that you had a win on that one.

Nothing showed for up me when I logged on to TOPIX though.

[morpheus]

I logged into TOPIX last year and didn't see anything... As you say, we both saved a bit Oztourer. I am certainly not complaining.

[Narangga]

As you say it's getting used to what 'normal' is. At this stage no sound seems to happen regularly/consistently. I think part of it may be that the compressor probably hasn't had a lot of use in the last couple of years.

Pulled the compressor cover off to find that it is an AMK compressor so was happy with that. :)

[Narangga]

Decided to add to this thread rather than start a new 'build' one. Have added (not in any order):

A jack (with adaptor - Thanks to Mr L Andy ;))
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/745.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/BXba3T)

A soft rubber cargo mat and a small and slim recovery box (which both stay in the vehicle behind the rear seats when they are in use)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/746.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CK1Va3)

Sheepskin seat covers for the front chairs (we prefer these over aged leather, particularly in the tropics)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/747.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/BXb9Dg)

And I have also replaced the bash plates on the bullbar as I think there had been a coolant leak and the middle & LHS were both rusted. Have replaced all three though.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/748.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CSg5G3)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/749.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Cm4y7k)


LLAMS unit awaits but finding time for that has been an issue lately.

[LRD414]

Where did you get that box? Looks ideal.

Scott

[Narangga]

Where did you get that box? Looks ideal.

Scott

It's a Space Case - 840 x 310 x 180. Ordered it through TJM Darwin (decided I would order it locally rather than do the online thing which ended up being a bit of a saga...).

When the rear seats are up it sits behind them along its length with the latches facing the roof. Unfortunately it doesn't fit the jack but them's the breaks.

It holds loo paper (yes I did say it was a recovery box :wasntme:), jumper leads, snatch strap, D Shackles etc. I have a separate MSA tool roll which is too large a diameter to fit in unfortunately.

[Narangga]

The vehicle was missing the LHS Sill Moulding when we bought it.

Before (and quite dirty)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/723.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CsTAL7)

After a clean with Castrol Force 20
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/724.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CsTAY1)

Then with the replacement moulding in place
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/01/725.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/BXuJiq)

[Ghost-Who-Walks]

Hi Dale

(Belated) congrats on the D3 - I know it's been worth the wait! :D

She(?) (?name?) looks good - which I'm sure will only improve with time in your care. [thumbsupbig]

Enjoy...

Rob

[Narangga]

Thanks Rob.

Plain old 'The D3'. Boys have left home so I think all imagination left with them.

[Narangga]

Added LLAMS on the weekend before Australia Day.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/02/720.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Cy83yh)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/02/721.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CyeUhH)

[Narangga]

Been a busy few months but recently did this:

BEFORE
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/07/67.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/KwmzNP)

and AFTER
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/07/68.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/KtSe7Y)



Yes a re-map :D

Noticeably a little more power and definitely improved fuel economy - especially after cleaning the MAP & MAF sensors. :thumbsup:

Not to mention the reduced black smoke under hard acceleration. :D

[Narangga]

And paid to have an Autosafe Cargo Barrier installed too.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/07/66.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/KtSYVE)

[Ghost-Who-Walks]

Looks great Dale - are you enjoying it yet?! :wasntme:

Do the rear seats (middle & rears) both fold ok with the cargo barrier installed?
Or does it need to come out for either of them to fold?

Where do those straps at the top anchor to?

Keep the photo's up!

Rob

[letherm]

Looks great Dale - are you enjoying it yet?! :wasntme:

Do the rear seats (middle & rears) both fold ok with the cargo barrier installed?
Or does it need to come out for either of them to fold?

Where do those straps at the top anchor to?

Keep the photo's up!

Rob

Hi Rob

I had a Milford fitted and I can move the 2nd row and 3rd row seats ok. I would imagine it would be the same for this. The straps on the Milford connect to points under the trim above the rear door opening. Some barriers require a hole in the trim (Milford does)others slot in above the trim.

HTH
Martin

[Narangga]

Hi Rob

I had a Milford fitted and I can move the 2nd row and 3rd row seats ok. I would imagine it would be the same for this. The straps on the Milford connect to points under the trim above the rear door opening. Some barriers require a hole in the trim (Milford does)others slot in above the trim.

HTH
Martin

What Martin has said Rob. The top supports are above/under (not through) the rear trim for the Autosafe.

I have folded the second row but have not tried the third - too lazy to take everything out! Will do that on the weekend though to check.

[Narangga]

Played a game with Graham Kennedy and Ugly Dave Gray today (Blankety Blanks for the uninitiated :p).

A couple of operator induced errors but all worked out OK in the end.

The culprits showed off their usual appearance.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/08/1024.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/KSNExa)

[Narangga]

Engaged RAG Constructions last weekend and they finished the job this morning. Fridge slide for the trip in October. Went minimalist with a piece of 18mm formply bolted to the tiedown bolt locations. Does fit with the cargo barrier in place.

Also arranged for the spare tyre winch bolt extension - however this will only be in an emergency as the second spare will be located on the soon to arrive roof rack.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/1079.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Lo4q1A)

[Narangga]

Well get set for a good laugh as after more than 12 months I finally have installed the reversing camera I bought. It was on special at $99 (down from $199) when I bought it although it now retails for $160.

SCA 4.3" Wireless Reversing Camera - Supercheap Auto (http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/SCA-4-3-Wireless-Reversing-Camera/373886)

Like my previous post - RAG Constructions at their best!

The camera I ended up mounting immediately above the Mitch Hitch and ran the cable under the plastic cover on the rear step (there's a narrow section that allowed it to get through without being pinched) inside. Once in through a cable opening it goes across the rear of the area under the rear seats, under the trim and into the left had read fuse/air con area. This is where the wireless transmitter for the camera sits. I then joined it into the wire on the reversing lights.

The screws will be replaced by bolts on Monday as I didn't want a 30km round trip :o to get some that would fit.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/712.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LC85Lw)

The screen is slightly wedged in and is powered off the cigarette lighter. I attached an 12V accessory socket to the cable to allow it to get power from the cig lighter.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/713.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LC854u)

The job for either tomorrow or next weekend is to trim the cable to length and place it behind the console out of the way. However, surprisingly, it actually works :arms: :arms: :arms:

It will be ssssooooooo good hitching up the camper trailer from now on. :banana: :banana: :banana:

All up barely more than $100 :D

[Narangga]

This morning's effort was the Traxide kit installation. Running the cable across the rear of the vehicle meant I was able to tidy up the cabling for the reversing camera too. :)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/524.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LRMZJb)

[Narangga]

Then this afternoon my kind neighbour Roversmith came and helped me lift the roof rack in place. :cool:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/497.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/M8Gkub)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/09/523.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/MiwVqk)

I bought the wheel bracket as well and will use this for wheel number 6 when we head to the West Macdonnell's via Adelaide in a fortnight.

[Narangga]

I thought I had posted here but obviously I did not. Some time ago I updated the 2005-2006 instrument pack software to the 2007 version so that I have a clock in the middle of the cluster. It ceased working at one stage with no numbers but only - - : - - appearing.

It reappeared as a clock display when I put a new battery in the vehicle and then disappeared when the vehicle sat at the mechanics for a week waiting for a transfer case transplant in early December ([bawl]) and hasn't reappeared.

So last night I put a theory to the test and charged the battery. Once reconnected today - BINGO - I have a clock in the instrument cluster again.

Which leads me to believe that if you disconnect the battery, when you reconnect it, unless it is at a prescribed level of charge, your instrument cluster clock may not appear. I share this so that if anyone else has updated the instrument cluster software then be aware this as it may be why yours has disappeared.