Driveshaft - 03 Discovery II
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07-21-2017, 04:34 PM
This isn't true for a D2 because of the proximity to the catalytic converters which give off a ton of heat. I would never use a junk yard unit except in a pinch.
D2 shafts have to be retrofitted with greasable u-joints (aftermarket already have them) and they have to be regreased at every oil change.
D2 shafts have to be retrofitted with greasable u-joints (aftermarket already have them) and they have to be regreased at every oil change.
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This isn't true for a D2 because of the proximity to the catalytic converters which give off a ton of heat. I would never use a junk yard unit except in a pinch.
D2 shafts have to be retrofitted with greasable u-joints (aftermarket already have them) and they have to be regreased at every oil change.
D2 shafts have to be retrofitted with greasable u-joints (aftermarket already have them) and they have to be regreased at every oil change.
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07-21-2017, 09:40 PM
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You can get a high quality front drive shaft that is MUCH better than the OEM unit with 4 zerk fittings (3 on U-Joints & 1 on the slip yoke) for 115.00 if you look around with free shipping. I bought my friend a unit off of Ebay for 130.00 with free shipping & that to me is better than rebuilding your old OEM unit.
#17
07-21-2017, 09:50 PM
Originally Posted by lively
Thank you. The dealer quote is 1,412.
An immeasurable amount of space on this forum and others has been taken up discussing driveshafts.
First. STOP DRIVING THE TRUCK UNTIL YOU REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT. Ignoring this advice could easily mean you need to replace the transmission because the driveshaft lets go and beats a hole in the side of the transmission,
Second, never, ever get a replacement driveshaft from a Land Rover dealer. They sell only the POS original style that does not have greaseable U-joints. That is what contributes to them failing in the first place.
Third. For as much trouble as I have had with them call or write to lucky8llc.com. They are selling a fully greaseblel driveshaft at a price that makes it not worth it to try to rebuild the one you have.
Fourth. Once you replace the driveshaft be sure to grease it every time you do an oil change.
Fifth. Replacing the driveshaft is not a difficult task if you have basic hand tools. The price quoted by the dealer helps ensure their Caribbean retirement.
Good luck, and don't be afraid.
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07-22-2017, 04:46 AM
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Dear. God.
An immeasurable amount of space on this forum and others has been taken up discussing driveshafts.
First. STOP DRIVING THE TRUCK UNTIL YOU REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT. Ignoring this advice could easily mean you need to replace the transmission because the driveshaft lets go and beats a hole in the side of the transmission,
Second, never, ever get a replacement driveshaft from a Land Rover dealer. They sell only the POS original style that does not have greaseable U-joints. That is what contributes to them failing in the first place.
Third. For as much trouble as I have had with them call or write to lucky8llc.com. They are selling a fully greaseblel driveshaft at a price that makes it not worth it to try to rebuild the one you have.
Fourth. Once you replace the driveshaft be sure to grease it every time you do an oil change.
Fifth. Replacing the driveshaft is not a difficult task if you have basic hand tools. The price quoted by the dealer helps ensure their Caribbean retirement.
Good luck, and don't be afraid.
An immeasurable amount of space on this forum and others has been taken up discussing driveshafts.
First. STOP DRIVING THE TRUCK UNTIL YOU REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT. Ignoring this advice could easily mean you need to replace the transmission because the driveshaft lets go and beats a hole in the side of the transmission,
Second, never, ever get a replacement driveshaft from a Land Rover dealer. They sell only the POS original style that does not have greaseable U-joints. That is what contributes to them failing in the first place.
Third. For as much trouble as I have had with them call or write to lucky8llc.com. They are selling a fully greaseblel driveshaft at a price that makes it not worth it to try to rebuild the one you have.
Fourth. Once you replace the driveshaft be sure to grease it every time you do an oil change.
Fifth. Replacing the driveshaft is not a difficult task if you have basic hand tools. The price quoted by the dealer helps ensure their Caribbean retirement.
Good luck, and don't be afraid.
