TD5 Series 2 Disco - what would be considered essential spares to take on a trek?

[2002TD5Auto]

I only have a slightly modded vehicle but would like to know what essential spares to take and really what I should be able to do myself if in trouble?

For example - should i take spare universals? (I am having my front tail shaft converted to greasable this week).

Do I take spare axle centres or axles?

What about belts?

I am not into serious 4wd driving but some spares would be a smart move I think.

Thanks

[ATH]

I'd be thinking of a set of hoses, belts and some radiator repair kneadable metal stuff, extra spare tyre and rim, or just the case itself and a repair kit. Also spare globes if you'll be night driving.
Take engine oil, coolant, new air filter
Plus a thorough check over and a good service before you go from someone who knows what they're doing of with LRs. Probably not the Main Stealers!
Happy LRing.
Alan.

[2002TD5Auto]

Thanks for that


I am in Victoria - is there a good club I can join so that I can learn how to replace belts/axles etc in the field?

[Phantum]

G'day
Where are you treking? The spares that ATH listed is great. The only thing I would add is spare fuel and a tyre tube. If required it is a lot eaiser to seal a bead with a tube until you get home if you run tubless. A well serviced and maintained vehicle is always the best starting point.

Regards

[2002TD5Auto]

In Vicco the high country

I just feel like I should know alot more about my vehicle than I do - bugger taking to a dealer or calling racv.

So if I am wheeling and I break a CV I can replace it - I want to learn the stuff so it's not so daunting.

Thanks for the help so far.

My car is now serviced by Range Rov

[dmdigital]

Thanks for that


I am in Victoria - is there a good club I can join so that I can learn how to replace belts/axles etc in the field?

See this web site: Land Rover Owners Club of Victoria ("http://www.lrocv.com/)

Range Rov should also be able to advise you and I would suggest if you are thinking of getting adventurous, doing an off-roaddriving coarse and getting some recovery gear as well.

The 2 most important things you can take are a first aid kit and a jerry of water

[tdiBrad]

I only have a slightly modded vehicle but would like to know what essential spares to take and really what I should be able to do myself if in trouble?

For example - should i take spare universals? (I am having my front tail shaft converted to greasable this week).

Do I take spare axle centres or axles?

What about belts?

I am not into serious 4wd driving but some spares would be a smart move I think.

Thanks

Essential spare to have with you would be a friend in a Tdi :p

[Blknight.aus]

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/general-chat/43227-box-o-bits.html

[Slunnie]

Take tools of course.

This is what I would take:
Spare SLS airbag is appropriate
Air filter
Serpentine belt AND installation instructions
Fuel filter
A spare front and rear shock
Oils - engine, diff/transfer, ATF
Puncture plug kit
An M8 or M10 or something bolt incase the TD5 water sensor gets knocked off.


I'd get the hoses checked before leaving, including the ATF lines to the coolers and if the front shaft is newly rebuilt then I wouldn't worry about that. Don't sweat about the driveline breaking, the axles, diffs, CV's etc are perfectly fine for touring.

[jwb]

Check fuel pump and consider renewing if you have done 100k or so, turbo hoses and ATF cooler if you have auto - they can fail where the pipes join.

[BigJon]

Or you could use the technique that many travellers through here seem to use.

1: Take one under maintained and abused vehicle.

2: Drive across the country without a care in the world.

3: If something goes wrong, expect it fixed on the spot for little or no money.

:angel:

[tempestv8]

Don't forget to take your spare remote key.

A friend of mine managed to slam his rear door against his remote key plip and it was pretty much mangled up.

Also, discard the lock nuts on the wheels and replace with plain nuts because the lock key has a tendency of failing but stretching out of shape.

A spare idler pulley.

That's all I can add to the already comprehensive list.