Major Service.
#61
07-07-2012, 12:07 AM
If you use a generic filter reference, you won't see the K&N 3001 or Mobil 1-301 show up as an option. However, either will fit. They are just longer than the stock filter size, therefore higher capacity. I had the same question but have been running the Mobil 1-301 for the past couple oil changes and it works great.
#62
08-10-2012, 06:42 PM
Discovery - Issues
I have a 2004 LandRover Discovery. Excellent exterior and interior but just found out that the engine is going to need major fixes. They quoted about $5,000 for a "new" engine with about 40-45k miles so in total we are looking at $10k to fix when it's only worth 6k at excellent condition and $4k for fair condition in kbb.
We love our Discovery but don't know if we should invest anymore on it or try to sell for parts.
What to do? Any ideas/suggestions?
We love our Discovery but don't know if we should invest anymore on it or try to sell for parts.
What to do? Any ideas/suggestions?
#63
08-20-2012, 05:45 PM
Overlanding
Very nice write-up... In the works now as we speak.. Glad I read this and have made the decision to first put my money into this, rather than the fun farkles of lights, racks, and even more suspension and tire choices..
#67
01-13-2013, 04:56 AM
7th Gear
Great write up! Many thanks! I just bought an '03 disco with 75,000 miles for $3,500 and it seems to be running great and not leaking anywhere. The guy that owned it before me did a great job with the maintenance of it. I had read some of the things you mentioned before but it is nice to have it all together in a post like this.
#68
06-03-2013, 09:48 AM
For those of you buying a used vehicle with 60K or more on it, consider doing the full list to bring your truck current.
1 Oil filter, K&N 3001 or Mobil 1- 301
1 Factory air filter
6 Qts. of engine oil, Shell Rotella T-6
2 feet of 3/16th vacuum tube
2 feet of 5/16th vacuum tube
6 Qts. Of Vavoline’s high mileage Dextron 3 ATF
7 Qts. of 80/90W synthetic gear oil, 85W/140 for HD use
3 Pints of Castrol Synthetic or Vavoline’s DOT 4 Brake fluid
4 Qts of synthetic Power steering fluid
2 Gallons of Peak or any green or yellow coolant, don’t use Dexcool
1 Bottle of Lucas Power Steering additive
1 Bottle of Lucas Transmission additive
1 Can of B&G’s 44K gas additive
1 Can of Spray Carb. Spray
1 Can Of Brake cleaner
8 Spark Plugs, I use Bosch Platinum Plus 4's
1 Set of Magnacor or STI 8mm plug wires
1 Serpentine belt
2 Bottles of SeaFoam gas additive
1 T/Stat
1 bottle of WaterWetter or Purple Ice
Hoses and belts, as necessary
60,000 Mile Service or Major Service for High Mileage Used Vehicle just purchased
Bleed the brakes
Flush and change the power steering fluid adding one bottle of additive
Service the tranny adding one bottle of additive
Change the coolant Pressure Cap and t/stat
Do an engine flush before changing the oil
Do an induction cleaning
Clean the throttle body
Add fuel additive to full gas tank
Change both of the diffs fluid
Change the t/case oil
Replace the plugs and wires
Replace the air filter
Lube all the drive shaft grease fitting including the 2 slip shafts
Do full inspection of brakes, hoses, bushings etc.
Rebuild or Replace the front drive shaft if it only has 1 grease fitting
Hopefully I didn't leave anything out.
1 Oil filter, K&N 3001 or Mobil 1- 301
1 Factory air filter
6 Qts. of engine oil, Shell Rotella T-6
2 feet of 3/16th vacuum tube
2 feet of 5/16th vacuum tube
6 Qts. Of Vavoline’s high mileage Dextron 3 ATF
7 Qts. of 80/90W synthetic gear oil, 85W/140 for HD use
3 Pints of Castrol Synthetic or Vavoline’s DOT 4 Brake fluid
4 Qts of synthetic Power steering fluid
2 Gallons of Peak or any green or yellow coolant, don’t use Dexcool
1 Bottle of Lucas Power Steering additive
1 Bottle of Lucas Transmission additive
1 Can of B&G’s 44K gas additive
1 Can of Spray Carb. Spray
1 Can Of Brake cleaner
8 Spark Plugs, I use Bosch Platinum Plus 4's
1 Set of Magnacor or STI 8mm plug wires
1 Serpentine belt
2 Bottles of SeaFoam gas additive
1 T/Stat
1 bottle of WaterWetter or Purple Ice
Hoses and belts, as necessary
60,000 Mile Service or Major Service for High Mileage Used Vehicle just purchased
Bleed the brakes
Flush and change the power steering fluid adding one bottle of additive
Service the tranny adding one bottle of additive
Change the coolant Pressure Cap and t/stat
Do an engine flush before changing the oil
Do an induction cleaning
Clean the throttle body
Add fuel additive to full gas tank
Change both of the diffs fluid
Change the t/case oil
Replace the plugs and wires
Replace the air filter
Lube all the drive shaft grease fitting including the 2 slip shafts
Do full inspection of brakes, hoses, bushings etc.
Rebuild or Replace the front drive shaft if it only has 1 grease fitting
Hopefully I didn't leave anything out.
I just got a Defender 130 for a steal and I'm really excited to fix it up. I just saw an '04 Disco for sale in the papers and I'm thinking of checking it out this weekend. Your list is sure to come in handy!
#69
10-04-2013, 12:05 AM
Just picked up my '03 Disco after having ALL of the major service done 60k and 100k and a brand new front drive shaft from BPUtah and new front brakes all cost $1900 cash w reciepts for everything, the vehicle drives and feels like new. I want to thank you for posting the original thread. I highly recommend doing this up front if you buy one of these, it's one of the best investments I have made aside from buying this vehicle. Kudos again Disco Mike.
#70
10-18-2013, 04:20 PM
4th Gear
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Disco Mike, I recently got an 01 disco 2 at 150 k miles. We were planning on using it to go to Texas for thanksgiving, ( I live in the springs) I have only around 500 dollars to spend on service expenses before our trip, what do you recommend I service immediately and what can be waited on until I return and get more money for the rest of the recommended service?
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