Recent content by Earing2008
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Trip meter random resets
Interstate battery makes a direct replacement and from the picture it looks exactly the same as the OEM except for color; right down to the integrated handles. The battery # is 49/H8 and suggested retail is $184. I believe Optima has an option as well but that will be a higher cost option.- Earing2008
- Post #17
- Forum: LR3
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Windshield Lower Cowl Replacement
I've had some time lately to work on getting my Rover back to tip top shape and one part that has always annoyed me is the badly faded lower windshield cowl. Does anyone have a detailed procedure on how to replace the cowl? I'm curious to know how hard/easily the wiper blade assemblies come off...- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Trip meter random resets
This has been an ongoing issue for me and I've got a battery test report that told me it was in great shape. Starting to sound like a cold case file here. :)- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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EBC Brake Pad Issue
A while ago I upgrade from my stock brake pads to EBC Green Stuff's while keeping the OEM rotor (but replaced). I've noticed that after I wash the vehicle or drive it in the rain and then park it for ~1 day the brake pads "freeze" to the rotors. I have to drive through the brakes to free them up...- Earing2008
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Transfer Case & Differential Fluid Specification
I apologize if it was already discussed but what is the forum's recommended milage for replacing the fluides? Kwlr3 started the post with his 75,000 service but should it be done sooner? I'm coming up on 50,000 and I thought I remember someone recommending to do it then. I think we've got the...- Earing2008
- Post #29
- Forum: LR3
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Post Off Road Clean Up (mud!)
I too use Simple Green in the engine bay followed up with a pressure washer. I took off the center engine cover and left the battery/electronics cover on. I pre-sprayed the engine (when cool btw) with water and then sprayed the simple green and as mentioned above let it soak for a few minutes...- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR4
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Tips from My "DIY Oil Change"
Brake pads will not be covered as they are considered a "normal wear item". You can search the threads for a lot of posts on options but I've gone to EBC Green Stuff pads with stock rotors and have noticed a good improvement in braking performance. To my knowledge dealers do not carry...- Earing2008
- Post #20
- Forum: LR3
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Tips from My "DIY Oil Change"
A new drain plug is not needed everytime and in fact the only time it should need changing is if there is damage to the threads. When switching between Conventional to Synthetic ive I think its best to let the conventional oil drain thoroughly and if you have some old Synthetic oil pour about...- Earing2008
- Post #16
- Forum: LR3
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2006 LR3 HSE 45K MILES service at dealership
My two cents would be to have a local reputable shop replace the brake fluid and try to perform the rest of the maintenance yourself. I'm a pessimist when it comes to my local dealer and I would bet money they wouldn't go down that checklist with attention to detail.- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Rear view mirror dimmer, Cant stand it!
Perhaps a small piece of tap over the light sensor? Definately not the prettiest but it would get the job done. If theres a fuse for just the mirror than that would look nicer :)- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Need Floor Mats!
The OEM rubber floor mats are very nice and to keep your cost down you can typically find a full set on ebay for a reasonable price. At the very least go with a fitted mat.- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Cowl Trim replacement/trouble shooting
Thats good news. Cheap fix assuming it needed a new battery anyhow. Just an additional note for others; I had an issue with the passenger window guide so at highway speeds it sounded like the window was down. The giveaway was when the window was rolled down it would not go back up because the...- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Spark Plug Job
Found this with a quick search. Hope it helps.... http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=16638&highlight=spark+plug- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
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Fan Clutch Not Working Properly
Thanks for the info Trynian. I had to think about that one for a bit but with the use of the radiator thermostat I guess they could increase fan speed to warm up the engine. However, I've looked at my fan clutch and I can not see a sensor/wiring therefore I don't understand how the ECM could...- Earing2008
- Post #3
- Forum: LR3
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questions from (soon to be) new LR owner
I've noticed it's not so much the engine but the fan speed. With the viscious fan clutches they take a few seconds, sometimes longer, to get the fluids flowing and drop down to idle fan speeds. We've also got a pretty decent sized V8 so all-in-all it takes a little bit for the things to settle...- Earing2008
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- Forum: LR3
