Thoughts on D3 TDV6

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Originally Posted by CaptAwsm

I look forward to testing that theory Andrew, I'm heading down that road this weekend in my new (to me) TDV6 SE. From what I've experienced so far coming from a Td5 Disco 2 air suspension is the best. Terrain Response I'm yet to learn.

In fact I'm new to everything in this D3!

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May be too late.
If passing thru Williams,look for all the Landys behind The Williams Woolshed.Call in and say gidday:cool::cool::cool::cool:
Andrew

Bummer. Is too late, I usually stop at the Caltex. But will keep it in mind next time! Ben.

For the air suspension model with the TDV6, factor in timing belt change at 160,000ks, appox $3000, lower control arm bushes, as well as others in the suspension, auto tran service, is a good idea at those Ks also, good service history.

Baz.

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Originally Posted by Redback

For the air suspension model with the TDV6, factor in timing belt change at 160,000ks, appox $3000, lower control arm bushes, as well as others in the suspension, auto tran service, is a good idea at those Ks also, good service history.

Baz.

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$3000 for a timing belt change...really?? ****!!!
How much for the..
lower control arm bushes?
Auto trans?
air compressor?

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Originally Posted by jonesy63

In Perth... flat country and no traffic jams - compared to cities on the East coast.

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We do have hills,and every time I have to go to the city traffic jams **** me no end;););););)
Andrew

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Originally Posted by Chilly

$3000 for a timing belt change...really?? ****!!!
How much for the..
lower control arm bushes?
Auto trans?
air compressor?

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The belt change involves a body off chassis job I believe,Could be wrong.
Andrew

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Originally Posted by LandyAndy

The belt change involves a body off chassis job I believe,Could be wrong.
Andrew

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Not true Andy. The high pressure fuel pump belt at the back of the engine is accessible with body on, though anyone with gorilla sized hands will struggle.

I think Baz may have overcooked that $3000, though the established wisdom is that the oil pump is best being changed at the same time as the belts to avoid expensive breakages.

I've seen it done without on the Disco3 forums but it looks like a pain of a job. Front belt doesn't look too bad but the rear belt is tucked behind the battery and computer. Yuck.

Ben.

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Originally Posted by CaptAwsm

I've seen it done without on the Disco3 forums but it looks like a pain of a job. Front belt doesn't look too bad but the rear belt is tucked behind the battery and computer. Yuck.

Ben.

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I used the 'how-to' written by Disco_Mikey on Disco3. Front belt change was actually very straightforward.

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Originally Posted by sheerluck

I used the 'how-to' written by Disco_Mikey on Disco3. Front belt change was actually very straightforward.

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I think I remember you doing your belt & oil pump while the body was off which I suppose would have made it quicker. But how long does this job take for a DIY?