2000 LR Discovery - tire recommendations & questions
Rock Crawling
Joined: Jul 2021
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From: Top secret government location
Congratulations on your acquirement! The 2000 Disco 2 is the very best model of these to have (mine is also a 2000 model so I might be somewhat biased lol).
I personally think these are GREAT vehicles! They are very distinctive and beautiful (Ok, that is somewhat objective depending on your point of view) and you can't mistake the Old World Charm!
They are also very good offroad in stock form and can be easily modified to make it fantastic offroad vehicles.
All that being said, I am not blind to their failings. You really need to love them to put up with their British idiosyncrasies. Everything from the odd placement of things (like window and seat controls!) to the interesting(?) new ways they can find to break! But fixing them and keeping them running is definitely part of the charm of ownership of a Land Rover.
As PickleRick said:
And these cars (or are they trucks?) are actually very easy to work on, at least if you are an old school mechanic/fixer like myself! Unlike more modern vehicles, these are not plug-and-play machines.
Most of the things that break are more of an annoyance than a calamity. Most parts are available at a reasonable cost (MUCH better than most 25 year old vehicles) And the RAVE manuals along with this forum are WAY more helpful than you will find with most other cars.(or trucks)
So, drive it around for a while. Don't be in a hurry (because it definitely won't be, lol). Take it down some dirt roads. Learn what this unique vehicle is all about. Watch some videos of what it is capable of.
If you fall in love with it, pamper it and it will treat you right as well. If you decide that you aren't compatible, then please make sure you find it a good home where it will be appreciated.
P.S.: I just saw your pictures and yours is the same color as mine too! Awesome
I personally think these are GREAT vehicles! They are very distinctive and beautiful (Ok, that is somewhat objective depending on your point of view) and you can't mistake the Old World Charm!
They are also very good offroad in stock form and can be easily modified to make it fantastic offroad vehicles.
All that being said, I am not blind to their failings. You really need to love them to put up with their British idiosyncrasies. Everything from the odd placement of things (like window and seat controls!) to the interesting(?) new ways they can find to break! But fixing them and keeping them running is definitely part of the charm of ownership of a Land Rover.
As PickleRick said:
And these cars (or are they trucks?) are actually very easy to work on, at least if you are an old school mechanic/fixer like myself! Unlike more modern vehicles, these are not plug-and-play machines.
Most of the things that break are more of an annoyance than a calamity. Most parts are available at a reasonable cost (MUCH better than most 25 year old vehicles) And the RAVE manuals along with this forum are WAY more helpful than you will find with most other cars.(or trucks)
So, drive it around for a while. Don't be in a hurry (because it definitely won't be, lol). Take it down some dirt roads. Learn what this unique vehicle is all about. Watch some videos of what it is capable of.
If you fall in love with it, pamper it and it will treat you right as well. If you decide that you aren't compatible, then please make sure you find it a good home where it will be appreciated.
P.S.: I just saw your pictures and yours is the same color as mine too! Awesome
They are not hard to working on overall but some things are more difficult than others. Coolant leaks from the heads combined with valve cover leaks can lead to quick o2 sensor failures that are a real pain unless the cats are deleted. The transmission bell housing bolts are a pita to access if you need to pull the engine.
Fuel pump is easier to access than a 1985 Camaro/firebird.
You'll need a foxwell at minimum to read and clear abs codes. Luckily it works on other vehicles.
Coils are a pita to access but if you install new with proper brand wires they will give years of trouble free service
Ignoring service interval's to the front prop shaft will result in a damaged transmission.
Not as hard to work on as a v6 b5/b5.5 Passat but not as easy as an fj40.
If you like to wrench it's a simple engineered platform to start on.
About the only issues that are extremely hard to solve on these rigs are the occasional electrical gremlin threads. Usually come with a rig that has been left with a broken windshield cowl and or leaky sunroofs for years.
Three Wheeling
Joined: Dec 2024
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From: Saskatchewan
Everything is relative! Compared to my old '63 Ford 6 cylinder inline, yes, the 4L Rover engine is a lot more complicated.
But I've been watching some videos on replacing timing chains on a Jaguar 5L V8 in an LR4 and I can tell you that I would rather work on my 4L Disco anytime to do pretty much any repair on rather than tackle that LR4 Jag engine!
Like I said earlier I'm an old school mechanic so a pushrod V8, even though it's computer controlled and fuel injected, is still something that doesn't scare me. But most of these variable timing DOHC V6 and V8 engines are very intimidating to an old (there, I said it!) backyard mechanic.
And yes the ABS system with it's traction control is something I am hoping not to get too familiar with but I will if I have to. Or I will have to delete it and run without it.
Everything (especially vehicles) breaks down but if I'm going to continue to do all my own repairs, I know my limits! And my Disco 2 is about as far into the dark side of technology as I'm willing to go!
And I'm not in any hurry!
It's all about the journey, right?
But I've been watching some videos on replacing timing chains on a Jaguar 5L V8 in an LR4 and I can tell you that I would rather work on my 4L Disco anytime to do pretty much any repair on rather than tackle that LR4 Jag engine!
Like I said earlier I'm an old school mechanic so a pushrod V8, even though it's computer controlled and fuel injected, is still something that doesn't scare me. But most of these variable timing DOHC V6 and V8 engines are very intimidating to an old (there, I said it!) backyard mechanic.
And yes the ABS system with it's traction control is something I am hoping not to get too familiar with but I will if I have to. Or I will have to delete it and run without it.
Everything (especially vehicles) breaks down but if I'm going to continue to do all my own repairs, I know my limits! And my Disco 2 is about as far into the dark side of technology as I'm willing to go!
And I'm not in any hurry!
It's all about the journey, right?
Recovery Vehicle
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 1,199
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From: MEMPHIS, TN
Hi All,
New member from CT USA.
I just inherited a 2000 LR Discovery w/ 41,000 miles.
Thank you all very much for any recommendations and advice.
Regards,
Mike
New member from CT USA.
I just inherited a 2000 LR Discovery w/ 41,000 miles.
- very clean besides a crack in the front bumper
- How reliable are these trucks as daily drivers around town?
- What should I have my mechanic look at besides changing all the fluids as the Disco sat for a couple of years?
- I was thinking of a 265/70R16- would that work, or should I be more realistic with a 255/70R16?
- Any recommendations on where I can snag a front bumper without spending more than $500?
- I found this --> https://www.goldwingrover.com/product-p/dpb104620.htm - but I'm not even sure if they have one in stock.
Thank you all very much for any recommendations and advice.
Regards,
Mike
This is a really clean, unmodified low mile DII with some really interesting options or should I say lack of which isn’t a bad thing.
I am just putting this out there. These are maintinace intensive vehicles. If you aren’t already a Rover guy that’s prepared to turn a wrench yourself this can be a challenging truck to keep on the road without spending some major money.
I might get some hate for this but have you considered submitting this truck to bring a trailer or cars and bids?
I pulled a couple comps from bring a trailer and kept it to the same model year or close and low miles. I think they are some pretty impressive numbers. Now I know that the market changes but it’s something to consider. These are hard to find unmodified, clean and low miles.
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Drifting
Joined: Jan 2025
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From: CT
Thanks all - I really appreciate everyone's feedback. I'm decently mechanically inclined - I have tinkered w/previous projects (BMWs, Fords, and Subaru's).
Just ordered the new tires and should have the fluids changed by EOW so - lets see how it rides after.
Right now:
Just ordered the new tires and should have the fluids changed by EOW so - lets see how it rides after.
Right now:
- The engine is super smooth,
- The existing tires (although brand new) have nasty flat spots - so the ride over 45mph is shaky.
- There is no real rust underneath and or inside.
- Seems like the heating system is running a bit weak, so it may need a new core.
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Pro Wrench
Joined: Oct 2013
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From: Central Minnesota
Might benefit from a coolant and thermostat change, I'd start there. The permanent type coolant is only good for about 5 years and make sure you get the Land Rover thermostat with the bleeder hole in it. They can be a bit tricky with getting the air bubbles out.
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Drifting
Joined: Jan 2025
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From: CT
Thanks jimvw57
Quick question: does the 2000 Discovery have a cabin air filter that needs to be changed through the glove box, or is it just the pollen/cabin filter that is changed via the engine bay, as seen in this video? --> https://www.roverparts.com/resources...e-discovery-2/
Quick question: does the 2000 Discovery have a cabin air filter that needs to be changed through the glove box, or is it just the pollen/cabin filter that is changed via the engine bay, as seen in this video? --> https://www.roverparts.com/resources...e-discovery-2/
Mudding
Joined: May 2024
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Thanks jimvw57
Quick question: does the 2000 Discovery have a cabin air filter that needs to be changed through the glove box, or is it just the pollen/cabin filter that is changed via the engine bay, as seen in this video? --> https://www.roverparts.com/resources...e-discovery-2/
Quick question: does the 2000 Discovery have a cabin air filter that needs to be changed through the glove box, or is it just the pollen/cabin filter that is changed via the engine bay, as seen in this video? --> https://www.roverparts.com/resources...e-discovery-2/
Pro Wrench
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,512
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From: Central Minnesota
By the way..... there seems to be a Gremlin in your first 2 photos, looks like they are in the back seat. You may want to have them exorcized (JK). I like the interior, the seat patterns are great! mine is the boring leather.
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Drifting
Joined: Jan 2025
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From: CT
Haha - question which is Gremlin more costly, the one inside the Disco or the Disco - lol
Now that you mentioned Gremlin - Ihad my first interesting experience with the electricals.
Driving the kids to school this morning, the turn signals would not initially work or would turn on after 20 to 30 second delay.
Now that you mentioned Gremlin - Ihad my first interesting experience with the electricals.
Driving the kids to school this morning, the turn signals would not initially work or would turn on after 20 to 30 second delay.
- The Hazards worked - but left & right turn signals initiated by the stalk either did not or were delayed.
- They started to work better but with a delay after turning the lights on. They would activate even faster if the stalk was slightly pulled forward to flash the high beams.