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Just on that point, I had the cover cut through the hose while out in the bush and that's not the best place for it to happen. Make sure it still doesn't rub the new hose as it will certainly cut through again. I cut out the cover out to make sure no rubbing.Quote:
Originally Posted by dirvine
dirvine, just do what I did and use some self-amalgamating tape on the split hose until the correct hose becomes available.
I was aware of the TC oil, how is it that they have a special oil?? surely it is the same as another oil used in something else.Quote:
Originally Posted by PerthDisco
I also never thought my mechanic was lying to me, that's why I use him, he is as honest as the day is long
Well these vehicles have been around since the end of 2004 and all the other oils have been duplicated - except this one. If you find what the something else is - please let us know.Quote:
Originally Posted by discomatt69
I gotta buy some and dont want to have to sell my kidney again.
It’s $80L and you need 1.5L. Keep the 0.5L from last time and then you only need to buy 1L this/next. If you sell your kidney for that sort of money, probably shouldn’t own a landy, or better start harvesting kidneys from unsuspecting passers by.Quote:
Originally Posted by garrycol
I agree it’s not cheap, but given its little more than the cost of a tank of fuel, I’m not sure what the fuss is really?
*The engine acoustic cover rubbing on the top hose is a common issue.Quote:
Originally Posted by dirvine
*On new D4's that come in I add a piece of corrugated tube to the cover cut out.
*I keep a genuine top hose in stock for this reason.
*Or its about 3 days from the U.K
What a laughable joke, 12 days and it was a item that could have been avoided if they actually had a clue and knew the vehicle.
Aha! Another punter under the illusion that dealers actually know (or care) about the vehicles they represent! They choose a brand based solely on the dollar value to them. Most make the bigger percentage of their profits from the service department, so a $10 preventative measure is not as profitable as a $500 replacement. Also, keeping parts in stock costs money. Most spares departments nowadays only stock high turnover service items like filters, belts, etc. everything else is a special order.Quote:
Originally Posted by DazzaTD5
Regarding the "special transfer case oil" if the invoice stated something like "Penrite 75/90 GL5" they couldn't justify charging you $85 per litre, could they?
But the Special Transfer Case Oil is 1.5 litres of Shell TF 0753 spec grade oil - sounds very ordinary but is not [bigsad].Quote:
Originally Posted by donh54
The last time I checked with the dealer it was a bit more than $85 per litre.