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  1. 3rd September 2008, 05:39 PM #1
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    Hello - New member with questions...

    Hi All

    Having owned a 2000 model TD5 a few years ago, i am now thinking of buying another Discovery 2, preferably a 2003/2004 update TD5 auto... any things i should be watching out for? problems ? issues?

    My other option was to look for a V8 and convert it to gas... anyone done this? issues? costs ?

    Appreciate any help or advice
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    at this stage, an immaculate service history, pay attention to the condition of the coolant and the level and see what happens to it from cold to warmed up..

    If when you get to drive it its been pre warmed up Id be wary...

    then its the usual stuff you check on any full time four wheel drive with an auto box.
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    Welcome
    The v8's are a good buy these days with deisel fuel prices so hi, and i'm shore there are no isues with converting them to gas

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    Quote Originally Posted by long stroke View Post
    Welcome
    The v8's are a good buy these days with deisel fuel prices so hi, and i'm shore there are no isues with converting them to gas

    TIM.
    The difference between petrol and diesel was around 20c/ltr but now more like 10-15 cents so if touring is your thing, diesel is still the way to go.
    If its mostly urban driving with short trips a cheap V8 with gas conversion may suit you but you will lose luggage space unless you pay the extra 1k for underfloor tanks.
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  5. 8th September 2008, 10:32 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Blknight.aus View Post
    at this stage, an immaculate service history, pay attention to the condition of the coolant and the level and see what happens to it from cold to warmed up..

    If when you get to drive it its been pre warmed up Id be wary...

    then its the usual stuff you check on any full time four wheel drive with an auto box.

    What should the coolant be doing?
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