Landrover Disco Problems

Submitted: Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 11:40

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cire

I hope one or more of you can help me with my ES 1994 (late – the one with one fan belt/) 3., Discovery.
I refuse to go to the Stealerships (dealerships) because of their highway robbery costs and their general inability to fix the problem in one go. My nearest dealer is 60k away and it really in inconvenient to drive there and wait for the problem to be fixed. I have managed to do most of the work myself with the help of a friend in some cases, but now have the following problems for which I hope someone has already worked out the solutions.
My cruise control has packed it in and I’m advised that the vacuum pump, located near the battery, is the problem. A new vacuum pump costs $565. This seems ridiculous and I am hoping that it can be repaired. What I want to know is how to repair it or where I can have it repaired in Australia, preferably north of Brisbane in QLD.
Also my master cylinder (brakes) is weeping and I have traced the problem to the two mounting rubbers. The dealership won’t sell the rubbers separately and I would have to purchase the kit for $200. Seems silly to me when the rubbers are there rattling around in the kit box. My question is, where can I purchase new mounting rubbers, as that is all I need?
My sunroofs are not working. Has anyone got any idea what may be wrong, as I believe this is quite common? The motor works and the roof moves to the up position but will not go further. I have cleaned and greased the tracks regularly.
Many thanks, Cire

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Reply By: Utemad - Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 12:29

Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 12:29

For the answers to all your problems go to Landrover heaven

Australian Land Rover Owners

AULRO is the best place for your Land Rover specific tech questions.

As for parts it is often cheaper to import them yourself from the UK. This is a good place to look Paddock Spares

See you there!

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Reply By: cackles - Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 13:10

Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 13:10

speak with Trevor at Landrover Spares in Mackay, my partner did his apprenticeship under him and there not much he doesn't know about Landys. Once you speak with him you'll understand.

cackles

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Reply By: Member - Lindsay S (Int) - Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 15:12

Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 15:12

www.britishoffroad.com. Phone 5445 1094. They are at forest glen. I would not own one of these things if I had to rely on their dealership.

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Reply By: marcus - Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 15:38

Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 15:38

Hi Cire,
To source parts these days is quite easy.
For new parts phone 03 98 900 509 ( the business is called four wheel drives)and they are Landrover specialists here in Melb and they don't just post parts around Australia but the world.Also at www.landrovers.com.au
Should phone for their catalogue as it is very comprehensive.
For second hand parts AMV landrover will post to you.Just phone them on 03 98709904 and you will find them very helpful.
Cheers Mark

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Reply By: Ozrover - Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 17:27

Saturday, Nov 18, 2006 at 17:27

Cire.
Yep all of the above, or try Graham Coopers in St Peters in Sydney "The Land Rover Expert" genuine parts but cheaper, or Land Vehicle Spares in Silverdale NSW will post parts anywhere. (I blew a radiator in Brewarrina NSW "94 Disco" & they delivered within 4 days) saved my butt! : )>
Regards

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