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  1. Desert_Disco

    Gas smell after driving. No error codes. No visible leaks.

    Thanks for the thoughts everyone. Turns out it was the filter casing seal that was leaking. Car being buttoned back up and will do a final check but hopefully that’s all sorted.
  2. Desert_Disco

    Gas smell after driving. No error codes. No visible leaks.

    So the good news is that the petrol leak was indeed from the flange cover. So that’s fixed. Unfortunately, they found a leak under the alternator that looks like it’s coming from up in the engine somewhere, they’re trying to find out where. And the CV joint on the drivetrain looks like it’s...
  3. Desert_Disco

    Gas smell after driving. No error codes. No visible leaks.

    Booked the LR4 in for first thing after the weekend. Was due for its service in a couple of weeks so pulling that forward. Got the attached leak of petrol coming from the skid plate. Fuel tank is full so assume it’s leaking through the flange, pooling and dripping down. Will keep post...
  4. Desert_Disco

    Longevity and Investment

    Thanks both. @itsaguything - investment definitely not the right word! But I don't mind spending a few pennies here and there, just scared I'd be looking at a duffer engine in the not-too-distant future. I'm doing 3-monthly oil changes and engine flush every 6 months so hopefully it'll keep...
  5. Desert_Disco

    Longevity and Investment

    Hi everyone, I’ve been looking at a lot of posts here since I picked up my 2015 SCV6 in March. Feels like I’ve the sole non-Toyota/Jeep out here! So far, I’ve put new tires (255/50R20) and had an oil cooler failure which required the supercharger and engine block out. The garage swapped out...

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