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Thats disappointing with a new purchase. I would think that the motor has been overheated in the past which might have contributed to it now having a slipped liner. Is there anyway of going back to the purchaser/engine builder regarding this issue? I believe it would be a waste of time & money to only do the one liner. Probably worth getting the cooling system pressure tested to confirm exactly where the water is leaking from.
My 3.9 had similar issues used massive amounts of water, temp gauge didn't overheat - the block had lost its hardness, so was a full rebuild.
Probably worth calling M R Automotive at Redcliffe who specialise in Land Rovers - 07 3284 6688
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