Recent content by cperez
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Left (driver) front fender flare wheel arch question
Good advice, guys. The restorer has already ordered a batch of Santorini Black metallic and is aware of the surface texture difference in the parts now. -
Left (driver) front fender flare wheel arch question
Yesterday I got sideswiped by a large auto transport trailer that came through my neighborhood. The driver is also a car restorer and was great about taking care of the damage. Remarkably even though the impact tore off some metal and plastic/wiring pieces from his trailer, the Rover only... -
Blinding splash issue
As far as I’m concerned, this is a feature, not a design flaw. I have come to anticipate it, adjust accordingly, and enjoy the outlandish curtains of water. Always makes me feel like a kid again! -
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What should I strip off this LR3 for spare parts for my LR4?
Looks like it has an aftermarket hitch. I wonder if the hood latch sensor and brake switch would be worth picking. You are right, the exterior looks great. -
Aluminum crossovers exist now! (maybe)
It will last until the day I firmly state that I will never sell it. Later that day I will get a handsome offer for it, and then the timing chains will slap the engine into oblivion. That’s how the universe works. -
FS : 2011 LR4 HSE LUX
I agree, seems like a good deal especially to those of us who have seen your posts here and know that you’re a Rover guy. GLWTS -
1-Yr Check-in and Trouble Code Rant
What’s your IG account, @cjm41 ? I’m sure I’ve seen and liked your photos there via my @districtrover account. Nice shots and good luck tracking down the issues you reported. -
5.0 V8 Fueling and Efficiency Questions
I’ve committed to premium fuel (Top Tier only unless in a pinch) and the lavishly priced golden nectar Castrol oil. I think my average mpg is in the 16-17 range. Every now and then my wife will comment on a gas station that had a low price for regular. Based on my reaction I think she’s figured... -
Intermittent rear hatch issues
I love these guys and had not seen this video but wish I had. I bought the full replacement kit from AB which came with 3 items (one of them for the upper gate I didn’t use so I returned it). I did use the new moisture barrier they provided because the original one gets messed up when you peel... -
Intermittent rear hatch issues
Very safe bet that it's the actuator; and also a safe bet that you are on borrowed time. Mine would also work intermittently with the fob and a well-timed pull. However I would not rely on that for very long. Once the actuator takes a dirt nap, this fix goes from fun to fiendish. -
Safari Gard Hippo Hitch
I love the way my Thule 2-bike tray carrier sits in the Rhino. However I'm sure that the overhang would impact departure angle if I drove offroad. Seems like one of those strap and hook carrier designs would keep the bikes pretty far off the ground (short of a roof mount but who wants to do that... -
First Oil Change Notes
Wow, I never even thought of trying one of the tubes w/o the adapter. And I never thought of the disaster of dropping an adapter down the fill tube. Thanks for scaring the bejeezus out of me now! -
Safari Gard Hippo Hitch
The price point makes it a solid alternative to the OEM dongle, and there are a lot of advantages to the higher mounting location along the back bumper which is a feature of both the Rhino and this Hippo. -
First Oil Change Notes
I remember this as well. I learned to add a pair of needle nose pliers to my tools for this job. I grab the adaptor as far down its length as possible so that I don’t damage the lip of it and jeopardize the seal. This allows me to gently and slowly pull it off the tube. This is an interesting...
