Thread: New Owner Intro

Hi all,

Just like to introduce myself as I purchased a Disco 2 this morning

Purchased from a wholesaler with full Land Rover/Specialist log book servicing. 2003, S Variant, 7 seats, Auto, TD5, Grey, 210,000km, rear air bags removed and replaced with springs, new king springs and terrafirma shocks all round, 2 inch lift, EGR block off, snorkel, side steps, bull bar. $12.7K

Seems like a fairly tidy car, compared to many I have seen and test driven over the last year. Only concern I have, is the surge at full throttle which it has. The dealer had his mechanic take a look, but couldn't find a solution. From what I have read its most likely either the MAF sensor or a waste gate issue. I took a punt and put a deposit down (out of character for me, but I didn't want to miss out for the sake of most likely a cheap fix). He is also giving me a one month warranty so I can get it looked at and if it's something mechanical causing it, he said he'll pay for the fix. (Of course it's going to be mechanical, I don't really get his angle there, but it's going in writing so I should be right).

Pick it up Thurs or Fri depending on when it's ready. He had the bonnet and roof resprayed as the clear coat was buggered, (I think he said), but there's a couple of blemishes so he's getting it re-done. Also needs two front tyres, which brings me to my question: It will be used as the family car (two adults, two kids) mainly on the tarmac, with the occasional beach camping trip. I'd say 80% city and 20% sand. So instead of him putting on cheapies to pass the road worthy, I'd like to chip in the difference and put a good set on the front. Something with low road noise as it will be mainly used on the tarmac, but also something that won't let me down in the sand. I have little 4wd experience, but acknowledge the main thing will be tyre pressure on the sand. I'd also like to get something with white writing on the side wall (purely for aesthetic reasons). So if standard size is 235X70X16, would the 245X75X16 be a good option? (I realise I'd have to put four tyres on if I were to change size).

Also due to the air bags being changed to springs, I think it may be riding a little rougher than what I remember others riding like. Would the 75 instead of 70 add a little cushion to the ride?

I'd probably have to call tomorrow or Wed to let him know what I want to do, so any replies before then are greatly appreciated. Cheers!

A lot of upgrades on the D2a that make it a good ride. Btw: whereabouts are you in Bris Vegas? North, south, east , west?