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  1. MellonRover

    Multiple repairs on a 70K miles 2013 LR4: what can I expect next

    I'd put front lower and rear upper control arms, possibly valve covers on the radar. If I had to guess the next "need" of a 13yr old lr4. Other than maintenance they are pretty solid after cooling system is sorted.
  2. MellonRover

    2013 LR4 headlight lenses on eBay

    Agree, most recent one I used a $13 kit from Amazon on a drill. And only bought the basic Sylvania kit. Just spray bottle and sealer. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0F6NB2JJV?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title Should do at least three sets of lights with that $13 kit
  3. MellonRover

    2013 LR4 headlight lenses on eBay

    I've used the Sylvania kits on multiple vehicles. Lr4 are one of the easiest because of how easy ( if the clips slide) they are the remove. Sylvania kit has lifetime warranty and the uv blocking top coat won't yellow.
  4. MellonRover

    Updated fuel tank flange cracked?

    Don't know. I'd assume the metal was molded into the tank
  5. MellonRover

    Updated fuel tank flange cracked?

    That's the metal locking part of the tank. What the lock ring (removed for picture) secures too
  6. MellonRover

    Updated fuel tank flange cracked?

    Yeah, the Vin is in their database as completed, and it's the correct revised part ( yellow vs white plastic). But, good golly. That looks beat for 4 years and 13k miles.
  7. MellonRover

    How-To DIY: Replacing LR4 in-tank fuel pump

    I found this tool to fit well. Couple smacks to the breaker bar and it popped the flange ring loose. Swift blows worked better than constant torque. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09B6YWVRX?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
  8. MellonRover

    Updated fuel tank flange cracked?

    So, new 2012 had recall done 4 years ago. When I filled tank for first time it dribbled gas out on an incline, Stunk too. Pulled tank, used Amazon tool. (Actually fit, not like the one gsxr got that don't fit). https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09B6YWVRX?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title Here's...
  9. MellonRover

    Factory towing setup

    Maybe ..5800 + 2210....;).
  10. MellonRover

    Reinforce fuel tank cradle?

    Yeah, don't want to dent the sill, and protects the compressor
  11. MellonRover

    Reinforce fuel tank cradle?

    I'm in a rocky part of the Appalachian mountains mostly. Have had the 2010 slide off large wet rocks. Just trying to over insure against " just in cases". The front tow loop, yeah it's under that piece. Pops out just like rear cover, use a quarter to turn screws.
  12. MellonRover

    Reinforce fuel tank cradle?

    Don't trust the front tow eye?
  13. MellonRover

    Reinforce fuel tank cradle?

    Thanks, just the kinda perspective I'm looking for. Hold up better to hits, avoid concaving areas. Maybe just add some sliding rails?
  14. MellonRover

    Reinforce fuel tank cradle?

    Anyone ever thought about reinforcing the fuel tank cradle? It looks like the lucky 8 skid plate doesn't add anything other than another layer/thicker material to the mix? Wondering if I can just sandwich an aluminum sheet to it as long as there's no sharp edges/ bolts that can poke the tank...
  15. MellonRover

    Timing chain question: proactive or wait?

    If chain is quiet, just let it be. Keep up on 5k oil changes and it will likely last to 200k +. In mechanics defense, only those familiar with land rover/jaguar would know about the crossovers. Valve covers would likely start leaking around 120-130k, so I'd just wait until they do.
  16. MellonRover

    Buying Used LR4 versus Mercedes G550

    In my mind, defender on paper is the true " discovery 5". Size,style and functionally a better fit in the discovery lineage. The bubble butt d5 is just a crossover SUV they created to capture market share. They likely broke from d3, d4 nomenclature to sell on defenders reputation, and possibly...
  17. MellonRover

    Most popular injector puller?

    Second set of injectors out. That rear one was hard to get a bite on. So I pulled the o-ring and nylon washer off. That allowed me to get bite with standard puller and pop it. So no results for " new" screw puller tool. Back to Amazoon they go. But, can I just say those two rear drivers 10mm for...
  18. MellonRover

    Most popular injector puller?

    The battery box/ abs pump sides? Yeah I removed both left and right 1/2 of the boxes. There's a seam through the bottom, you can just take off the half closest to engine. Took oil filter out too to get Valve cover out
  19. MellonRover

    Most popular injector puller?

    Welp....passenger side is swapped. No drama. 5-8 whacks of the slide pull and they all popped out. Drivers side is next up
  20. MellonRover

    Tracking down suspension leak

    If one strut is leaking and fuse isn't pulled, both will be flat. Mine did that overnight in the cold and it self leveled itself in the rear to bump stops.
  21. MellonRover

    Buying Used LR4 versus Mercedes G550

    Legit street cars.... That was the gwagen with nonop lockers.
  22. MellonRover

    Buying Used LR4 versus Mercedes G550

    As much as they are " cooler", wanted one since Europa was the only was the only way to get an imported one, They are an old design, but have solid axles and came triple locked. Lr4 is more comfortable, roomier, better cargo configuration. Rust is an expensive repair and yes gwagens are bad in...
  23. MellonRover

    Lower steering shaft U joint replacement

    Atlantic British is an allmakes. Put one in my 2010 two years ago, got another last week for the 2012. I didn't want to do the job twice, so got the better one. That's the one you want. Still like $300, but job is fiddly and it'll be worth it.
  24. MellonRover

    Most popular injector puller?

    Thanks for the insight. I purchased DP tools one from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BYVMF3PG/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9kZXRhaWw. Because it has the seal tool Also got new seals. Don't want to have issues. Purchased the alternate style too...
  25. MellonRover

    Most popular injector puller?

    So, the new 2012 HD has bad drip on drivers side VC. So I'll have to do them. Any recommendations on injector puller? Shell out for a Baum, or save and get identical clone? For bonus points, who has had an injector that would not come out, broke or other horror? Thanks all. Ordered new VC's...

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