Marco Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Hi, I'm planning to take a spares box with me on my next safari trip (some time in future). Vehicle is a 2004 Td5, 45.000km. I've just replaced the clutch master cylinder and the slave is on the way out to. Rate myself as bit of experienced DIY mechanic so most jobs are no problem.... Which parts should you take? (most likely to break down) - I've got already clutch master & slave and a Nanocom... - Do consider fuel parts as fuel pump failure seems to be common? Please post your ideas! Cheers Marco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogMonster Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Yes I would take a fuel pump as you are b*ggered without it! Also change the injector harness before leaving, and remove and grease all wheel bearings if they have not been done (the factory idea of "greasing wheel bearings" involves a smear of Aquafresh...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Don't know much about TD5's but when I used to take my Discovery (V8i) I used to take the following (along with V8 bits). Change your slave cylinder before you go. It will save a lot of messing later. Take a clutch master cylinder repair kit and a slave cylinder repair kit. Brake master cylinder repair kit. Spare cluth (just in case). Spare alternator, wheel bearings (2 should suffice), Oil seals etc (enough to change the wheel bearings). Spare UJ's for propshaft, oil filter and air filter. Theres probably more to do with a TD5. Also ensure you have the vehicle fully serviced before you leave and make sure they change all the fluids (engine, gearbox, diffs and transfer box as well as swivels). Ensure all wheel bearings are fully greaased/oiled along with propshaft UJ's. If your clutch is old then change it before you go. Sand driving is hard on the clutch. Ensure your brake pads are up to scratch. If they are worn I would change them as a matter of course. Don't forget stuff like spare fuses some electrical wire etc. I also take a tube of liquid steel. This is very handy as I found out when my viscous fan shed one of the blades and puntured the radiator top tank. I put liquid steel on it and it was fine for the trip. Obviously spare oils and fluids. HTH Ivan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAttrill Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 I agree with Steve that you should only take essential parts. I would check the injector harness for oil at the ECU and clean it if required. Take the new injection harness as a spare. Definitely take a new fuel pump and make sure you never run out of fuel on your travels as that kills the pump quickly. I would also take an injector block and its essential gasket - make sure you have the right one. Injector washers just in case, and a small pry bar to remove the injectors should be in your tool kit. Take two wheel bearings and a UJ. The mechanics in the bush will be able to fit them but not to source the parts easily. Clutch master cylinder repair kit or preferably a new master cylinder as they fail easily on Defenders. Change brake pads before you go or take spares with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Posted January 21, 2009 Author Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thanks for the replies, looks like the fuel bits and pieces are high on the spares list. In the old (series) days I did carry a lot of spares (maybe to many) but during the years all has been used. Right now I do plan to take just the bits most likely to break down + still replaceable at the side of the road. Cheers, Marco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonandy Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I don't know anything about Td5s, but in Africa I got through a lot of fuel filters, air filters and cable ties! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyfarmerboy Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 i would agree, takes lots of fuel filters because the fuel is usally dirty, take a few air filters because they get sandy or a couple to use and a couple to clean, it may be worth getting a black box that clears computer faults but i am not sure how useful it is, spare battery (new) not connected just incase. deffinately plenty of oils, chewing gum to plug up a hole in the radiator works quite well if it is only minor damage, couple of rolls of gaffa tape just incase, may need to boards up a window etc, hope this helps and some of it may be added to your list, charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porny Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Amungst the other things mentioned.... I'd take a Td5 crank sensor (the only sensor that will stop a Td5 running) - I'd also consider taking a MAF and a MAP sensor. A programmed ECU (i'd take one with Immo off, as most basic setup) - I'd have it set to RoW spec (so slightly better for dodgy fuel). I'd also remove the EGR if fitted. An injector loom (or two) A fuel pump - but cut a hole in your floor so that you can change the pump without dropping the tank A supply of fuel filters A diagnostic tool Before I left I'd consider looking at the clutch, and inspecting the dual mass flywheel. And then some basic tools, cable ties and duct tape!! Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Se7enUp Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Amoung the other things mentioned....I'd take a Td5 crank sensor (the only sensor that will stop a Td5 running) - I'd also consider taking a MAF and a MAP sensor. A programmed ECU (i'd take one with Immo off, as most basic setup) - I'd have it set to RoW spec (so slightly better for dodgy fuel). I'd also remove the EGR if fitted. An injector loom (or two) A fuel pump - but cut a hole in your floor so that you can change the pump without dropping the tank A supply of fuel filters A diagnostic tool Before I left I'd consider looking at the clutch, and inspecting the dual mass flywheel. And then some basic tools, cable ties and duct tape!! Ian I'd take a spare injector - having one fail can really screw up a trip, especially when you several hundred miles from home (or from Tamworth)! (Hi Ian ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 And find some room for an old inner tube. I never run out of uses for bits of old inner tube, that and self amalgamating tape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Posted January 25, 2009 Author Share Posted January 25, 2009 Thanks for these answers, the list of most likely to break down (spares to be used) is getting clear now :-) It's however not for an overland safari but more a "basic" box of items which I can replace if needed on safari. So the bits which are special to a Td5 are most important to me, fueling and electronics. Cheers Marco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fruit_uk Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 [ A programmed ECU (i'd take one with Immo off, as most basic setup) - I'd have it set to RoW spec (so slightly better for dodgy fuel). Ian do you know, can you do this to a 1999 TD5 (off a disco 2) ecu? As for spares and kit take as little as you can get away with. You see too many vehicles loaded to the gunnels and later broken. It is worth considering your trip profile because in N africa it is possible to get dragged to the nearest town and get DHL to bring you exactly what you want from a uk parts supplier in 3 days. This might go against the self contained spirit but is an option when time is plentiful and cash limited as all these spares have to be bought before the trip ;O) Just an idea. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fruit_uk Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Is that your web site? It is worth a look just for the zebra photo - wow! Btw the menu links didn't work for me. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Is that your web site?It is worth a look just for the zebra photo - wow! Btw the menu links didn't work for me. Cheers Thanks! Yes the menu on the .com site is not working, bussy to release the new website similar to the .nl one :-) I've inserted the Zebras! There is a lot going on within that family group, e.g. look at the ears of the angry one at the rear back folded backwards. Cheers Marco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110WestCape Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Porny's reply ^^ is valuable info regarding electronics that could interfere with a good trip. I would be interested to know how many folks have had to replace an ECU on overland trips ? A trip of ours was interrupted / ended last year when the alternator packed up (ERR6999). May be worthwhile to have it tested for output before you leave. A spare bearing / brushes / rectifier etc may be handy if you plan to venture into spareless territory. Oh and a replacement serpentine belt may be worth it. You could even consider a spare throttle potentiometer - not nice having to idle home in firtst gear on a stetch of tar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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