Thread: Horrible whirring/grinding noise in front end

Given you had your engine replaced not long ago, you might want to check with an alternative mechanic as to whether or not the front diff breather was correctly installed after the work was done. If not then you may have an avenue to pursue with the engine repairer.

Well some good news!


Was only a front passenger side wheel bearing.


Bad news is they have to order one in and the D3 wil be in overnight so no wheels till tomorrow afternoon.


all good.


thanks for all the replies and advice.
cheers
Peter

After your dramas over the past few months it's good to hear that it has proven to be a cheaper outcome for you Peter.

Originally Posted by Narangga

After your dramas over the past few months it's good to hear that it has proven to be a cheaper outcome for you Peter.

Yesss indeed!! Though to be fair the D3 has 214,500km on it so one has to expect a few things to need repair.


Replacement options are limited and there is nothing in the new vehicle range I fancy or can affford more to the point.
Only real option would be to source a low km D4 3.0.
Mind you that would buy a lot of repairs and I love my D3. Has a faily newish engine so will spend a few more $$$ on it.


Needs new trailing links and sway bar bushes as well as the air struts replaced. 2016 budget . . .

Yes ours is up to 10 years and 230,000 km airframe (body & running gear) time so we know there is a reasonable amount to be spent on items that will wear out given its age.

Likewise it would be hard to change to another vehicle as it is always the extra cash to spend and also it is the devil that you don't know...

Agreed though cost of replacement of the major components is highish compared to the resale value.


- engine $13 - 22k depending what option you go with, Territory or new LR long engine


- transmission - approx $5 - 7 k for recondtioned one fitted


- Diffs about $1500 each


- transfer case?? Maybe $1200


- air struts about $3000 - 4000


- CV joints $2 to 3k


I'll igonore brakes, rotors and LCA as they are pretty much consumables

Even then it's still cheaper than 85k for a new one

A full respray, rebuild and custom interior could be done for less than half!

In deed Tombie. My interior is VERY good and exterior as well, couple of scratches etc.


$85k+ buys a lot of repairs!


Besides I love my D3. When it is not broken


Latest on the repair. Parts are delayed a day as the freigh company lost them!


Should have it back tomorrow. Fingers crossed.