Brisbane landrover workshops

Submitted: Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 21:16

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I asked this on another forum with no replies, thought Id give it a go here

Gday,
One of my workmates has just bought himself a Land Rover 2000 series 2 Discovery,
TDI 5, auto, 160000 km.
What he wants to know is, Who is the reputable/knowledgeable Landrover workshop in the Brissy/ Toowoomba area?
Also what should he be looking at in the way of known problems for this model (sell it and buy a Toyota/Nissan answers are not required).
And last but not least what mods are worthwhile?

Thanks in advance

Why did he buy it??
Reputation, Comfort, Off road ability and OH yeah hes 200cm , 140kg and its the only thing he sat in he didnt hit his knees on the dash or his head on the roof.

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Reply By: Member - Ozdyssey (QLD) - Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 21:43

Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 21:43

1st. MR Automotive at Redcliffe 38246688 - Jason
2nd. Knights House of Rover at Mayne - 32571611 - Bob

Also M Hall Automotive - (Paul) 32091970

Also one on the Gold Coast - will try and remember and post.

Common problems:
Cadan joint fails - rectify with greasable uni joints
Check looms for oil ( and the ECU)
radiator problems I think back then

Mods:
OME Susupension 50mm ift
Use Bilsteins or Koni
Coopers ST's
Dual Battery system (put a Gel in rear bins)
Front Recovery points - custom ones avlb ask on yahoo forum.
Snorkel
Chip upgrade $900
Rear Diff lock
.....and your set

See www.d2au.com
and
yahoo forum

He could've had mine in 2 mths for $39,000 - 35000k

Have a rear cargo system (suit 5 seater) in the Trader section on here, that will slide straight in.

Great vehicle to drive, just gotta prepare it as above.

Cheers
John

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Follow Up By: Member - Ozdyssey (QLD) - Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 21:52

Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 21:52

New it was in the memory somewhere.....

Ricks 4WD Centre - Nerang
Was very impressed with service and knowledge of Discovery in and outs.

07 5596 6662 - Rick

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Follow Up By: Member - AdrianLR (VIC) - Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 23:07

Friday, Feb 03, 2006 at 23:07

ABS sensors may fail - brakes are ok but no ABS or Hill Descent Control if they do.

Only other addition is a centre diff lock. If you're lucky the mechanism will be in the transfer case already and just needs an actuator (mechanical or solenoid). Having the CDL makes a huge difference and allows the traction control to have an easier time - reduces noise and wear on the brakes.

We've had 2 Discos and now contemplating a D3.

Go to www.aulro.com and participate in the forum there

As long as it's not a "Monday morning build" your friend will thoroughly enjoy it.

Adrian

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