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They are called "IRWIN BOLT-GRIP " Hugely useful for all your rounded bolt needs, particularly the rubbish cross member bolts on a Discovery 2, even with the proper socket I rounded 10 out of 16 bolts. The bolt grips got 9 out of 10 out leaving only one I had to grind off.

I would say definitely a twin axle van is more stable than a single. Twins, are less likely to "thrash" about in a side wind or when you are passing or being passed by HGV's. As with all caravans loading and weight distribution are the key. I have a 26ft twin, it took a few experiments to find the ideal nose weight, and where to place stuff in the van itself. It is well worth investing some time and a few test runs to find out what you feel is the best way to load. FYI: Caravan weight 1.9t (loaded) nose weight (pressure on the towing ball) 120kgs. Nothing except for clothing behind the 2nd axle, heavy kit like awning etc directly over the axle's. Everything else in front of the 1st axle and keep the weight low down. Bikes on the roof rack and rear bike rack fitted to the Disco. My D2 pulls it very well indeed, if you have SLS (air suspension) on the rear, D2's are almost the perfect towing machine. With the exception of my fathers TDV8 Rangie which I reckon is the perfect towing machine..

I bit the bullet and ordered: "A Full Set of Terrafirma Shock Absorbers Suitable for Landrover Discovery 2 Td5 & V8 This shock absorber is a standard height gas fill for heavier duty, ideal for towing or carrying heavy loads as well as helping improve road handling. Open length 590mm – closed length 365mm " Not that much more expensive than a set of 4 STD LR shocks. I'll update when I have fitted.

Thank you for the replies. No complaints about the Standard LR shockers apart from the fact that they are getting a little sloppy especially when towing. No leaks as yet, but I suspect it won't be long. I know "Sam" was worked pretty hard towing before I got her. I have checked everything else suspension wise, replaced a couple of bushes and refurbished the prop shafts. Shockers are the next thing on the list. The reason for the change to gas is to try and improve the handling a little especially when towing. I know fitting STD LR shockers should firm up Sam a little. I was going to stick with normal height shockers, no lift and no need for off road, well not with the van on the back. Gas seems to be the way to go rather than STD LR oil shockers.

Hi all, I have a 2004 D2 with SLS. Mainly used for road work and towing a 2 tonne twin axle caravan. It's getting around the time to replace the shock absorbers all round and I have been looking about. Thinking of getting TerraFirma Gas filled to replace the standard LR shocks. Any opinions/experiences greatly appreciated. Thanks

I can't add much to the "certain markets" but I have an 04 LandMark. (UK). What you describe is exactly what I have in mines, the Sticker on the dash indicates CDL, but the lever will not move left. I have since found out that the best (most reliable) way to find out what you have is check the transfer box. If you have the spigot for the CDL on the transfer box then you can buy the lever and cables. If there is no spigot (as I have on mines) then you you will have to get the "full kit" including transfer box parts to fit a CDL. For more details have a look at discovery2.co.uk, pictures and part numbers are on there included in a very nice write up. Hope This helps alan

Sorry for the delay in replying gents, I have been on holiday. Thank you both for the kind offers of help. I managed to get a complete "cargo barrier" from the local 4x4 breakers yard. Now all i need to do is to fit it. best regards alan

Thanks for the kind offer. It's a long way to go to pick it up. I would like a complete one , have no issues with buying new just not exactly sure where to start looking normal suppliers paddocks, mm4x4 etc don't have them. admin: Appoligies I was having a blonde moment, should have started this in discovery forum..

Hi all, Hope you can help. I have a D1 it is a 5 door and was a 7 seater. I have removed the "dickie" seats and the back seats. So it's a 2 seater now. I want to use the back for load space. To carry my kit for overland trips. Was thinking of getting hold of the "cargo barrier" out of a commercial D1 and fitting it to mines, but i'm not sure exactly what the correct name is "cargo barrier/bulkhead" any ideas ? Does any one have a picture of one installed and could you recommend a supplier or better still have one for sale ? TIA

The part number you want for these is LERR1019. I did exactly the same as you. The broken bit was easy to get out with a pair of mole grips. Fortunately. HTH alan

Thanks for the information gents.. Looks like this could get expensive. regards alan

Thanks Bogmonster. It is def EP90.. Only on the "inside" of the disks and caliper not present on the outside of the disk at all. Just "aquired" the workshop manual. Had a look see. D2 is very different from D1. Called the main dealer (a different one). You can get the O rings separately Part number FTC 4919 not expensive @ 69p each. I'll give it a go and see if it cures the problem.

Hi all, Looking for some advise please. I changed the brake disks and pads on the rear axle of my D2. When i pulled the caliper off i found that both the caliper and disk were coated in "thick black gunk". It seems to be EP90 from the back axle. I have been told that it's the rear hub oil seals and quoted £295 a side from the main dealer. Which parts would you recommend that i get i, is it a major operation ? are there any special tools required? TIA alan

one from me also . alan

The link was very, very useful, thank you. I'll be crawling under to see if I have the spigot later today and see where I go from there. My transfer lever only has HIGH--N--LOW. I have been off road a few times and it performed very well indeed, but being used to a D1 I did spend a few mins grunting trying to push the transfer lever to engage the diff lock, With no success, then the penny dropped when I actually read the top of the transfer lever. It is odd that the sticker on the centre console is identical to the one of my D1. Guess LandRover wanted to keep us all guessing. Thanks for the help gents. alan

Hi all, Hoping to find a definitive answer to an odd (daft ?? ) question. I have recent purchased a 2004 Discovery II Landmark. I was thumbing through the owners manual and it suggested that it has a diff lock similar to my D1. Stickers on the centre console seem to back this up, they are the same as the D1. The high low range selector has only high and low marked. I have tried the D1 way of selecting Diff lock, the selector allows for NO side ways movement at all. I did a search around and found out that some of the 01 to 03 DII's don't have a diff lock because they have traction control , also found a few posts suggesting that the last DII's (I presume mines is one of the last being an 04 plate) had the diff lock as well as Traction control. Can any one shed any light ? (or am i ) thanks in advance alan

My 300TDI (1998) has similar back brake pads. Two holes and a split pin for each pair, also has a spring to hold the pads down. Seems normal. HTH.

Hi Jim, Sounds exactly like what happened to me. Changed down and pedal went right to the floor and became "floppy" (no resistance, unable to select gears). Had to drive 50 odd miles home with no clutch, praying to the gods of traffic lights etc not to be brought to a halt. It was the slave cylinder "pistony thing" (not sure of the proper name) had gone right thru the clutch fork and had stuck so the slave cylinder was at the fully out position. I eneded up taking the engine out, (it seemed the easier option to removing the gearbox, after reading the tech threads now i know different ) replacing the holed fork with an HD version from paddocks and did the clutch at the same time. HTH alanO

My Storage. (Excuse quality as my phone camera is rubbish.) A couple of pieces of left over kitchen work top. Screwed on to battons of wood that are bolted to the floor via the holes for the back seats. Which leaves a nice load of room for any kind of slim boxes. (about 9 inches max height) . I use the bottom space for heavy things , tools, and cooking utensils, food. Whilst using the top for clothes and other light things. For cooking on I use a fold down table attached to the back door. The bungie cord stops vibrations when folded up. I bought three extandable washing poles from B&Q to use as supports, some tent guy lines and a plastic ground sheet. Cut the sheet to size and put some eyelets on it. I had to double over the edges to make the eyelets strong enought to take the strain without ripping. Attached one side to the roof rack with wireties. To store it away I place the poles inside the ground sheet and roll it up tightly. Using Velcro strips hold it to the side of the roof rack. The sheet does flap a bit in the wind when in use and i reckon i will need to change it for a heavier canvas sheet with brass eyelets. But it does work very well indeed. (especially on rainy days).

I am planning a similiar trip . Edinburgh to Capetown down the Atlantic coast returning to Edinburgh up the east coast. Leaving in October 2009. Planning is fairly advanced (finances are whats getting sorted this year ) and I am happy to share what i have so far. Drop me a PM. Meantime Carnet contact: Paul Gowen at the RAC. (a seriously nice guy who is the font of all knowledge in the UK) PKGowen@rac.co.uk. (carnets may not be as expensive as you think.) Lonley planet guides: Great resource http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/inde...pa?categoryID=1 Horizons Unlimited: http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/ Motorcycle based , but loads of great info in general. I looked at other people trip reports and diaries managed to gleen loads of info with regards to borders and routes. I am also looking to hook up with some traveling companions for some/all of the trip. best o fluck alan

Hi all, New to the forum. Thought i'd post a pic of my 300TDI. It's my first landy, she's a bit old and tired but i am working hard on her and learning loads !! Alan