jimbomack

Hi The local LR dealer also suggested a diesel issu, however I am assured it is oil not diesel. Checked the coolant and it was all foamy which I was assured was oil. Update - aparently there is still some oil left in the engine I think we are going to send the head off to be pressure tested - not confident that is the issue though

Hi First post so here we go. We have a 2001 Disco TD5 which has done 105,000 miles. We were towing a trailer when the engine cut out, upon lifiting the bonet the left hand side of the engine bay was covered in oil and the engine had overheated. RAC man said head gasket, however the garage (LR specialist) has taken the head off and the gasket is almost new and the head is spotless and the oil cooler appear fine also. There is oil in the water but no water in the engine. We have only had this vehicle for a couple of months and it looks like the previous owner has also had the problem, tried to sort it, failed and then sold it to us. The garage are saying, put a new engine in but I hate not knowing what the issue is. If any one can help it would be greatly appreciated, I am not that technical so please be kind. Happy to supply further info if I can. Thanks in advance J