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  1. jwest

    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    also things like bigger jack stands than most people usually think of getting. I'm trying to dig up photos to insert but I got 4 of the larger 12k or so that have a collapsed height of still 18" or so. These end up having a larger footprint too so the whole thing is way more stable when you've...
  2. jwest

    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    will try to post photos of my actual stuff too but i'm out of town so it'll be a few weeks at least Some tool shots for ideas. Feel free to ask about specific items, brands, etc. I did a bit of research each time I chose an item such as how I came to Proto for air tools except one super compact...
  3. jwest

    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    don't crap up my thread for a few weeks ok please ! ;) Wrenches: Snap-On XDHM606 6 Pc 12 Point 15° Metric Box Wrench Set i got mine on ebay $155 This set NEW! Snap-On 11pc Metric 10° Offset Double Box Wrench Set 6-32mm XBM/XSM Series for $360 love these ratcheting proto combi: 22 Piece...
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    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    drilling, tapping, miscellaneous fabricating: when you have a set of taps, it's nice to have more than just the normal tap bar to hold them. These tap sockets and other items provide more solutions: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SRFOE/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1...
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    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    links here proto full set 1/2" drive impact 6 point https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001VY58PG/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 3/8 drive impact "thin wall" fit into areas a cheaper impact with thick walls will not, PROTO usa made! ;)...
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    LR3 LR4 Range Rover Sport - TOOLS thread

    I'm going to post all my tools that I've used on my lr3. I may also post some that I needed for the Audi and BMW but after I get most everything on here, feel free to add yours if different but not unless you can also describe why and for what purpose ;) Many of these can vary wildly in price...
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    How crazy would it be...

    buy another white vehicle and leave the rover as is.... ;) Buy a white Disco 1 for less than the cost of the wrap!! Yes, that is the more cost effective plan and more fun too. In a year you can sell it when you get over it. You have to pay again to have a wrap removed properly and the...
  8. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    note the external torx. that is the only way to service the drive shafts. Also, brilliantly, they use different sizes. even better, one of them is not in most sets whether it's the socket or box wrench. The socket is a sweet well made Snap On (nobody else big even had one) but the dumb...
  9. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    Some stuff that goes with me on all trips:
  10. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    for the cross member, if bolts are tight, soak overnight with 'PB blaster or Kroil. then you will still probably need a good impact wrench. I feel like some of those are hard to access unless you have a compact impact like the Proto compact 1/2". I really like the proto air tools by the way...
  11. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    VIM makes a number of cool things. stubby hex sockets: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LQEUJK/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 they also make the stubby torx i found elsewhere. Now, then you have to have a super flat wrench for these or even better, a bit driver low profile...
  12. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    you know what's rare in any set, a 7mm hex...
  13. jwest

    Planning on swapping trans pan and fluid change...low profile torx recommendations?

    that intermediate cross member.... might be "easy" might be insanely difficult as mine was. In fact, one bolt will have to be cut out but luckily it's the outside bolt so with the other 3 off, it'll at least swing down. The nuts on the gas tank side are NOT easy ones to access. For low...
  14. jwest

    265 65 R18 Firestone Destination AT

    ebay but if i were you i'd want original condition, no painting or reconditioning. I'd much rather have a shitty looking wheel I can see is clear of cracks or repairs vs a pretty wheel hiding who knows what history....
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    265 65 R18 Firestone Destination AT

    Wheel spacers would make ALL rub points WORSE on an lr3 except for the wiring loom I mentioned above. Sometimes the heat shield at spare location is simply bent a bit too much into spare zone as it's on metal brackets. Most people just remove it if bending them a little doesn't work. It'll...
  16. jwest

    265 65 R18 Firestone Destination AT

    Actually, not a single HSE lr3 ever came with a full size spare by default. It's only there if it was specifically ordered such as it is included in the HD package. Additionally, seeing a full size under an lr3 does not necessarily mean it has the HD package, it only means the spare was added...
  17. jwest

    2 Piece Transmission Filter And Pan Kit

    it is 100% effective and safe. it allows much easier maintenance next time around. i have the kit for next time it's due. even my service guy likes it but they have to install the dealer parts if you have them do the job. on mine i replaced all the hex key bolts with hex nut head bolts...
  18. jwest

    255/55-19 ATTURO TRAIL BLADE MT TYRES

    Roof track mounted fiberglass HD waffle boards The cool thing is the Hannibal rack goes right over them. These can stay full time and don't interfere with the big rack mounting points which are 6 yakima landing pads with the round steel cross bars cut to fit within the width of the...
  19. jwest

    255/55-19 ATTURO TRAIL BLADE MT TYRES

    I don't know about these having a test rating but I did see a Defender on them so I figured that was sufficient.
  20. jwest

    The obligatory "Show off your LR3' thread

    Best shot in a while because of the implied story but please share the story. Maybe make a new thread giving a background on it. You know we are all gluttons for a Land Rover love fest sorta story even if we don't agree on wheels, tires, etc, etc. ;)
  21. jwest

    How are roof rail nuts/thread secured?

    land rover merriam parts or similar like palm beach will have cheaper pricing usually. you can also try rovers north or atlantic british. pricing for some things can vary quit a bit.
  22. jwest

    Upgraded Software Discovery 2018

    wrong forum section
  23. jwest

    Replacement of Air Strut Assembly: 06 LR3 HSE

    sorry yes, just a moment...
  24. jwest

    255/55-19 ATTURO TRAIL BLADE MT TYRES

    Well ok then, I understand now. You may want to consider the Utah, OR or WA "Backcountry Discovery Routes" which are as much gravel as possible north-south. I have worked with the Portland shop Columbia Roving but who is the one you're referring to for the work? Sounds like an expensive visit...
  25. jwest

    255/55-19 ATTURO TRAIL BLADE MT TYRES

    I've never been in that area except on foot to where the AT gets into NC.

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