RTT too heavy?

[azaky]

Hey Gang,

Quick questions, installed a roof top tent and new rack/gas can holder on the LR3 this weekend and noticed when I rasised the truck in offroad mode I got a couple messages about "will raise once system cools down, etc..."

My question is would the extra weight on the truck make the compressor work too hard? I am assuming no since the truck weights a ton and 400 more lbs wouldn't do much but what do ya think?

Thanks in advance.

 

[ryan-in-oregon]

That would not cause it to happen at all. I have 200+ lbs hanging off the rear in a custom bumper/swing away tire carrier. I have a 28gal aux fuel tank in the stock spare location that also adds more weight (28gal of fuel plus 75lbs for the tank). With a RTT on the roof I still never get that message...

 

[azaky]

Thanks Ryan,

Is that just from overusing it or is it foreshadowing for a compressor issue?

Thanks in advance...

 

[ryan-in-oregon]

Likely just overuse. If the compressor gets too hot that happens. I'd say plan on compressor replacement about 50k miles though... Mine went at 46k and I'm now at 66k.

 

[azaky]

Ugh, ok. I'm at 67k now, bought it at 60k, was told there was a new compressor installed not too long before I purchased it.

 

[tlt]

A bit of kit for cleaning, servicing compressor.

Part #! LR020590 KIT - COMPRESSOR
Part #2 VUB504700 Ride control - Dryer Dryer, lr3, lr4

In addition to the link, with pictures and description, one person suggested the drying beads can be renewed by microwave for 5-10 minutes. This may prolong the life a bit.

http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic65683.html?highlight=

 

[JackMac]

Thanks for the link, that is brilliant! Will definitely try a repair kit if/when the next compressor issues arise.