Niggly problems

[Fraz]

Hey all,

-Installed a TD5 tacho into my 130. Does anyone else with a tacho report a slow response? I expected more of an instantaneous display - especially for $225...

-After washing my truck after the dust storm last week (but before the second one of course :mad:), almost the entire inside of the front windscreen was wet. Not moist, water beading wet. Is there a 'normal' place that the seals fail?

-Upon approaching about 95-100kms and holding that speed, the entire front end shakes vigorously. I am hoping this is simple wheel alignment problem, but if it was, wouldnt it shake all the time?

-When holding any speed in 4th or 5th, there is a 'whir' sound from the transmission. I dont think its a problem, but will it get any worse?

-Can anyone report a bad earth through the cigarette lighter? When running any of my chargers, it creates unbearable static over the radio. There is no static when playing a cd though.

-What are anyones recommendations on roof consoles? Considering making my own, but not sure if I am up to the task.

Thanks guys

[lardy]

welcome to the world of land rover in lieu of any real answers.

[Mudnut]

Hey all,

-Installed a TD5 tacho into my 130. Does anyone else with a tacho report a slow response? I expected more of an instantaneous display - especially for $225...
Hi, and welcome to the forum. My TD5 tacho works like it should. Possibly a loose connection??


-After washing my truck after the dust storm last week (but before the second one of course :mad:), almost the entire inside of the front windscreen was wet. Not moist, water beading wet. Is there a 'normal' place that the seals fail?

The seals around the windscreen are prone to leaking, but should be an easy fix. My defender has not leaked for 3 years, (knocking on wood as I type) since the last "fix"

-Upon approaching about 95-100kms and holding that speed, the entire front end shakes vigorously. I am hoping this is simple wheel alignment problem, but if it was, wouldnt it shake all the time?

My Defender has developed a wabble after going over a bump at speed. I had the "shudders" in the past, and it turned out to be wheel balance. Will now look into panhard rod bushes, and such.

-When holding any speed in 4th or 5th, there is a 'whir' sound from the transmission. I dont think its a problem, but will it get any worse?

I'm surprised you can hear the transmission in 4 - 5th gear.:D

-Can anyone report a bad earth through the cigarette lighter? When running any of my chargers, it creates unbearable static over the radio. There is no static when playing a cd though.

-What are anyones recommendations on roof consoles? Considering making my own, but not sure if I am up to the task.

Thanks guys


Cheers,

Ken