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Joiner_8 Member Since: 08 Feb 2007 Location: Shieldhill, Falkirk Posts: 73 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I have just bought new freelander 2 SD4 hse lux auto and never having towed with an automatic gearbox, my previous freelander was a manual, so how does auto perform while towing. Freelander 2 SD4 hse Lux Loire Blue, side steps and roof rails fitted |
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Iliacus Member Since: 24 Jan 2014 Location: Herefordshire Posts: 256 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I recently changed from a GS TD4 manual to XS SD4 auto and towed with my 'van for the first time last week. I have a Coachman 560/4 which is about 86% kerbweight. I have to say towing is much easier with the auto and the extra power.
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ad210358 Member Since: 12 Oct 2008 Location: Here and There Posts: 7464 ![]() ![]() |
Auto Box, towing, perfect. |
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Mav71 Member Since: 15 Nov 2008 Location: Leicester Posts: 2575 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
As said above, the SD4 auto is perfect for towing. Looking forward to our first trip out at Easter. Freelander 2 HSE Lux 2013MY - Barolo Black with Ivory Leather. Alpine DVD - Privacy -Evoque 20" Dynamic Wheels and more to come......... |
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chicken george Member Since: 06 Dec 2007 Location: N. Yorks Posts: 13292 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
many vanners seem to go for an auto on their 2nd fl2, after the van wrecks the clutch on no.1 At work |
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athelstan Member Since: 03 Nov 2009 Location: Reality Posts: 2658 ![]() |
Take care CG - many Vanners don't care what type of gear box they use to run over errant chicken farmers blocking the Queen's byways |
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Iliacus Member Since: 24 Jan 2014 Location: Herefordshire Posts: 256 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
nb. The above is CG knowledge so may be far removed from the truth Had my first FL2 for 5 years and towed my 1500kg 'van all over Europe including Alps and Pyrenees without a clutch replacement. I just hope whoever bought it doesn't turn up on this forum ![]() LONG GONE - '55 Norton Dominator 99 SS cafe racer |
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oldgeezer Member Since: 09 Apr 2011 Location: Wiltshire Posts: 1302 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Joiner 8
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Mav71 Member Since: 15 Nov 2008 Location: Leicester Posts: 2575 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Mine didn't, and before you say it did, my clutch was replaced due to the early car clutch faults. Freelander 2 HSE Lux 2013MY - Barolo Black with Ivory Leather. Alpine DVD - Privacy -Evoque 20" Dynamic Wheels and more to come......... |
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andycwb Member Since: 08 Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 108 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Auto avoid any clutch slip, and if you have a Proper Land Rover Approved Tow Bar (TM) it will tell the autobox when a trailer is connected and it will anticipate needing to hold on to gears longer.
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chicken george Member Since: 06 Dec 2007 Location: N. Yorks Posts: 13292 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Whats the long river in Africa called again ![]() ![]() At home ![]() "I can't always believe facts I read on the web" - Charles Dickens winner by default of the tractor vs caravan race |
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Mav71 Member Since: 15 Nov 2008 Location: Leicester Posts: 2575 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
You talk |
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EYorkshire Member Since: 18 Nov 2010 Location: (!) Posts: 4392 ![]() |
sometimes !!!!!!! |
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ad210358 Member Since: 12 Oct 2008 Location: Here and There Posts: 7464 ![]() ![]() |
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