Search results

  1. BigBriDogGuy

    2011 LR4 Honeymoon - Day 1

    The status of roughly 1/2 of the codes are "historic" and 1/2 "intermittent". I assume the historic are problems that were resolved in the past. Not sure about the intermittent. Would those be "communication" errors that can be ignored? I looked up intermittent code errors. Some dealerships...
  2. BigBriDogGuy

    2011 LR4 Honeymoon - Day 1

    I got a cheap diagnostic tool today. That was discouraging in all sorts of ways. First, it did show faults, so at least I knew it worked. In fact, out of a list of 30 items, 17 came back with some sort of fault. The next thing I realized is I have no idea how to interpret those faults. Is...
  3. BigBriDogGuy

    Suspension Fault Issues

    Got the cheapo unit today and synced it up with the vehicle. It did come back with some faults. Since @Longtrail recommended it and has used it maybe he can point out which direction is North. Reading various posts, it seems the first step most people take is to clear all the faults and see...
  4. BigBriDogGuy

    FS: GAP IID Tool BT

    I'm in Bellingham, WA and just ordered the cheap Amazon diagnostic tool. Will have it tomorrow and may want to upgrade depending on how it works. By the way, why did you only use it 3 times?
  5. BigBriDogGuy

    LR4 - Is there an equivalent in ride/driving experience?

    Below is a video of a test drive of the Ineos Grenadier for those that are interested. https://duckduckgo.com/?q=lr+time+Grenadier&t=brave&iax=videos&ia=videos&iai=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DqzCKIggllps
  6. BigBriDogGuy

    Suspension Fault Issues

    The cheap diagnostic tool should give me a taste. If that leads to a larger appetite, I'm only out $49 and will spring for the proper diagnostic tool.
  7. BigBriDogGuy

    Suspension Fault Issues

    Thanks for the good advice. My sense is it's a balance. You don't want to go "chasing problems on an LR4", but you don't want to ignore things that could be a real problem (even if they seem small). For instance, I've got a cowl ordered through my local independent glass shop (family owned...
  8. BigBriDogGuy

    Suspension Fault Issues

    Yes, ftillier, I'm afraid you're absolutely right. The Defender seems cool, but the more I learn about it (and other options) the more I'm starting to appreciate the 5.0L V8 LR4 I already have. The grass must be pretty green on your side of the fence when you look to the other side and say...
  9. BigBriDogGuy

    Suspension Fault Issues

    I get the occasional suspension fault upon start up. I turn the rig off and then press the starter button w/ the brake off, let it run through its system checks, start back up, and the fault is gone. I drive almost exclusively in normal mode. Not sure why it throws these random faults. I...
  10. BigBriDogGuy

    HD vs non-HD package LR4

    Found another 2012 LR4 for sale in the Spokane area with a locking rear differential. Pretty nice looking bronze. Being sold through a curbside dealership, but the price isn't bad.
  11. BigBriDogGuy

    LR4 - Is there an equivalent in ride/driving experience?

    I hear ya jerrygmeyers, I haven't towed with the LR4 yet, but I like having the 7,700 lbs. capacity. What I was surprised to see is the price point on the Broncos aren't insane. Don't get me wrong, they are still considerable, but modest compared to other vehicles playing in that same sandbox.
  12. BigBriDogGuy

    LR4 - Is there an equivalent in ride/driving experience?

    I've been seeing a lot of these new Ford Broncos around. I have to admit, they catch my eye. Not sure how they drive or anything else about them. Anyone test drive/own one?
  13. BigBriDogGuy

    LR4 - Is there an equivalent in ride/driving experience?

    Maybe the Defender 130. I saw a video where it was driving, and at a pretty good clip, over washboard ruts and the wheels were bouncing and rattling around, but the body somehow magically never seemed to move, stayed absolutely level and on plane. Never been in one myself, but everyone seems...
  14. BigBriDogGuy

    LR4 - Is there an equivalent in ride/driving experience?

    Hey, bash5351, nice post. I'm a new owner of a 2011 LR4. The two words you used are the exact ones I use. I say to myself, "What in the heck makes this LR4 so special that you would put up with all the risk and expense of owning it?" The answer I come back with is the ride - solid and...
  15. BigBriDogGuy

    Finding the "Sweet Spot" (Statistical Failure Rates)

    I was watching an episode of "LR Time" (second to last) and they brought up an interesting point. They were showing a chart with failure rates for the LR4s. Most vehicles have a failure rate plot line that looks like a "bathtub" while the LR4s have a line that looks like a bathtub with a...
    • BigBriDogGuy
    • Thread
    • failure modification parts repair restoration
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: LR4
  16. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    Thanks Longtrail and alldazed. Sound advice. I would never have gotten this far without the help and support of this forum. After the first half-dozen issues with lights flashing and things not working and water dripping into the cabin and the battery going dead, I would have just said, "I...
  17. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    You know that *itchin' sound system? Well, it **it the bed tonight as well. Then I was somehow able to get it to turn back on. After that, it acted normally. The question is, "Why did it stop working?" and "Why did it start working again?" It's always something... and it's rapidly getting...
  18. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    Thanks RR, message well-received.
  19. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    Thanks CRYA. That's great advice. I'm street legal and can see just fine. Just thought I would get better performance, that's all. Given what you're telling me, I'll stop chasing my tail. Got few other items up higher on my wish list right now. Roof rack and tow package are at the top...
  20. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    It's got a *itchin' sound system, I'll give it that much. We have a great classic rock station here in Bellingham, WA. (KISM). I'm listening to Foreigner "Double Vision" in throbbing surround sound as I cruise through the night along empty city streets on a Tuesday evening. Takes me back to...
  21. BigBriDogGuy

    Overlander Question

    Thanks M32H32IS, me too. Today's adventure was water leaking into the cabin on the passenger's side. I tried to clear the drain tube to the sunroof myself and then tapped out when I saw more water inside the cabin by the passenger's footwell. I called up the local glass place that is family...
  22. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    Apparently, there are a couple of yellow hex-head adjusters in the headlight assembly that can be turned using an Allen wrench to adjust the vertical and horizontal direction of the headlights. I'll give that a try and report back on how it works.
  23. BigBriDogGuy

    2013 to 2014 Face Lift Headlight Install

    Sorry I'm late to the party, but my driver's side headlight went out on my 2011 LR4 and I bought what I was told was the replacement from O'Reilly's for around $130. It was the Xenon bulb with igniter for the low beam housing. The lights work fine and it's kind of neat that they turn with the...
  24. BigBriDogGuy

    Greetings from San Moritz, California

    Welcome San Moritz. You got pics? Love to see your ride all decked out.
  25. BigBriDogGuy

    Overlander Question

    The "Clover Rover" is back at home after getting the alternator replaced at my local shop. That set me back nearly $1,300 but it runs like a top now. They reset the electrical system to get rid of all the faults and did a general once over on the engine because I had mentioned that I thought I...

Latest posts

Members online

Total: 1,483 (members: 1, guests: 1,482)

Forum statistics

Threads
37,146
Posts
226,329
Members
31,263
Latest member
KyleK951

Share this page

Top