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 Nottingham (Midlands) timing belt change |
Oldandconfused
 Sat Dec 23 2017 1:15pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 30 · Views: 18027 · Subject: Nottingham (Midlands) timing belt change |
Good try, but I couldn't open the link (said it can't be found) thanks anyway  There was a VIN range for the oil pump casing MY07's mainly. |
| Nottingham (Midlands) timing belt change |
Oldandconfused
Fri Dec 22 2017 6:56pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 30 · Views: 18027 · Subject: Nottingham (Midlands) timing belt change |
| The indi I use won't change the belts, or at least yet, due to the rear HPFP pump being timed on the 3.0ltr. I understand that this allows the fuel to maintain a higher pressure at the common rail in ... |
| suspension problems but no mechanic close by |
Oldandconfused
Wed Dec 06 2017 11:12am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 4 · Views: 2252 · Subject: suspension problems but no mechanic close by |
| It may be worth checking the compressor end cap where the air connections are. It's a plastic cap which can crack between the connectors and causes the compressor to run and overheat. The old soapy wa ... |
| 2005my RRS HSE |
Oldandconfused
Tue Dec 05 2017 6:25pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 25 · Views: 9544 · Subject: 2005my RRS HSE |
You're welcome (I know because I had my 2005 D3 blanked  ). The only other thing I would consider would be to give the only other owner a bell if you can (details will be on the V5) as he/she may b ... |
| 2005my RRS HSE |
Oldandconfused
Mon Dec 04 2017 11:32pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 25 · Views: 9544 · Subject: 2005my RRS HSE |
| 2005 cars just need the EGR blanking plates, no need for an ECU patch |
| Another What battery thread. |
Oldandconfused
Sat Dec 02 2017 1:42pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 2 · Views: 2205 · Subject: Another What battery thread. |
Got you. The Amp/hour is higher, but the CCA is actually 50 less then, although the LR fitted says SAE and the Exide measures it in EN. Looks like I need to do some more research. Many thanks.
OK, ... |
| Another What battery thread. |
Oldandconfused
Sat Dec 02 2017 11:38am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 2 · Views: 2205 · Subject: Another What battery thread. |
| I think that the cold spell has revealed that my battery is past it's best. It's a LR branded (Varta) YDG500130, but I cant see any date stamp so have no idea how old it is. It would appear to be OEM ... |
| Which tracker should I fit on a new RRS? |
Oldandconfused
Sun Nov 26 2017 3:12pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 30 · Views: 16996 · Subject: Which tracker should I fit on a new RRS? |
| I'm with you there Steve. Unfortunately the robbers/insurance (delete as appropriate) companies will try their hardest to bend you over in what they will give you for your car. OK if you buy a cheap t ... |
| checking auto level headlights? |
Oldandconfused
Sun Nov 26 2017 2:30pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 10 · Views: 4386 · Subject: checking auto level headlights? |
This may help
http://www.rrsport.co.uk/forum/topic39764.html?highlight=Headlamp+adjust |
| Trickle charging |
Oldandconfused
Wed Nov 22 2017 9:14am
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Forum: General (L494) · Replies: 49 · Views: 29979 · Subject: Trickle charging |
| Thanks for that guys, the ride on has a CTEK charging port which steered me in that direction (link bookmarked Ta). |
| Trickle charging |
Oldandconfused
Tue Nov 21 2017 5:23pm
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Forum: General (L494) · Replies: 49 · Views: 29979 · Subject: Trickle charging |
Thanks for the prompt reply, great place this. Which one do you have, or will they all be OK.
Thanks. |
| Trickle charging |
Oldandconfused
Tue Nov 21 2017 9:55am
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Forum: General (L494) · Replies: 49 · Views: 29979 · Subject: Trickle charging |
Hi,
From memory it is recommended Not to connect direct to battery, think it was to do with the BMS  have a search on here or may have been D3 for more details about it
Regarding croc c ... |
| Is this a good quote? |
Oldandconfused
Sat Nov 18 2017 10:50pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 5 · Views: 3331 · Subject: Is this a good quote? |
Timken front wheel bearings are OE, can be bought cheaper; (site sponsor as well)
https://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/kit637-oe-timken-front-hub-bearing-kit-lr048083-rfm500010-lr014147-d3--4-rr-sport ... |
| Stolen rear light clusters. |
Oldandconfused
Sat Nov 18 2017 2:31pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 906 · Views: 601049 · Subject: Stolen rear light clusters. |
Steve,
I fitted mine today and found that while the screw heads are smaller than the LR originals, the number plate screw caps acted like a washer and it felt OK to me. |
| Stolen rear light clusters. |
Oldandconfused
Fri Nov 10 2017 4:30pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 906 · Views: 601049 · Subject: Stolen rear light clusters. |
| I have my screws on order, but am rather confused how this theft is carried out. Whilst it's not essential for me to know, I am still curious and would be grateful if you would send me a PM of how it' ... |
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