| Author |
Message |
 Roof rails |
AT1963
 15th Oct 2024 6:29 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 22 · Views: 2295 · Subject: Roof rails |
Managed to get genuine rails for panoramic roof (which i have) off ebay for £89 
Anyway luckily had genuine LR instructions with it so eventually got it fitted.
One issue i had was the rece ... |
| Seized water pump |
AT1963
5th Oct 2024 1:57 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 7 · Views: 575 · Subject: Seized water pump |
| Out of interest was it genuine water pump?? |
| Fuel filter query |
AT1963
22nd Sep 2024 7:47 am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 8 · Views: 547 · Subject: Fuel filter query |
Glad to see you using genuine filters 
I do use them and truly believe they make a difference to the running of the the vehicle and would not personally use non genuine. Costs me around £ ... |
| recording service on 2013/14 model |
AT1963
22nd Sep 2024 7:33 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 3 · Views: 363 · Subject: recording service on 2013/14 model |
Thanks for feedback.
i have serviced it 3 months ahead of time and want to change service to this time not wait until it appears in December!! |
| recording service on 2013/14 model |
AT1963
18th Sep 2024 6:28 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 3 · Views: 363 · Subject: recording service on 2013/14 model |
Hi
can you record a service before it is due (one that has been done early).
Most utube vids are for when the service indicator is showing but what about when it is not?? |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
18th Sep 2024 5:24 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
Hi Nodge68
i share this to share info that might hopefully save someone.
Anyway here is a quote about increase in fires but i did wiew an article that went into more detail but cant find it at mome ... |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
17th Sep 2024 4:00 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
| I was speaking to a Psychiatrist colleague today who said her partner who is a coroner had dealt with 2 incidents of battery fire which shut down the car as the batteries wouldn't open the car so occu ... |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
13th Sep 2024 3:07 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
I do get it Nodge68, but not for me. I tend to opt for more low tech living options such as log burner to heat house (and heat me collecting , splitting and burning it  ).
We do not have gas connec ... |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
12th Sep 2024 6:32 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
At 61 years young i have no intention of buying another car if the Freelander holds up.
Why would i want to pay about £10k extra for a battery??
Freelander runs well, is within my budget for runnin ... |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
10th Sep 2024 2:24 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
Thank God i will be pushing up daisies by then  |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
9th Sep 2024 6:18 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
| There are rumours that the government may introduce an alternative to road fund licence which means you pay for the miles you drive. This will include EVs if it comes in. |
| EVs vs ICE |
AT1963
4th Sep 2024 8:25 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 61 · Views: 3715 · Subject: EVs vs ICE |
Just watched TV comparison between EVs and Petrol.
In my opinion it did not compare real world concerns so hence this topic.
My version would be a comparison of the following:
... |
| Mike Brewer - 5 cars you should never buy |
AT1963
18th Aug 2024 7:35 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 29 · Views: 4189 · Subject: Mike Brewer - 5 cars you should never buy |
I agree with redfox.
Personally, i ensure service is done with genuine parts specifically made for the vehicle and use recommended oil(s).
Also, keep on top of other items that need replacing / se ... |
| EV's |
AT1963
4th Jul 2024 6:48 am
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Forum: General · Replies: 781 · Views: 124274 · Subject: EV's |
ipace just had 42k service £300,mainly brake fluid pollen filter and wiper blades, 21k service was cheaper
That sounds a lot for items mentioned. |
| EV's |
AT1963
12th Jun 2024 7:38 pm
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Forum: General · Replies: 781 · Views: 124274 · Subject: EV's |
| You will need to keep the car for approx 5-7 years to break even with carbon footprint! |
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