Help with preparing Disco for a big journey
Camel Trophy
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From: Michigan
If the idlers, tensioner pulleys are all original...l'd change those...and a new belt (keep old one as spare).
Also, that black plastic tube, running to top of coolant reservoir, should be secured in that metal clip on end of jack housing. Those tubes are getting pretty brittle with age and any constant vibration will cause them to possibly fail. Hard to tell in the picture, but it almost looks as though it has been run over top of the radiator shroud, should be under neath.
Good luck, in you journey.
Brian.
Also, that black plastic tube, running to top of coolant reservoir, should be secured in that metal clip on end of jack housing. Those tubes are getting pretty brittle with age and any constant vibration will cause them to possibly fail. Hard to tell in the picture, but it almost looks as though it has been run over top of the radiator shroud, should be under neath.
Good luck, in you journey.
Brian.
TReK
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Linden, NJ
Just have the belt serpentine belt replaced if you dont do the fixing yourself. Just check fluids each 1000 miles while in transit bring extra quart of oil and peak concentrate (green) it can be mixed with all coolant colors, in an emergency. Otherwise you are good to go. 3000 miles is easy for this truck and a AAA for the peace of mind and enjoy uour journey. Im close to NYC, well have coffee once youre here. Cheers
TReK
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Seattle, Wa
Once you get there, ditch the Dexcool (orange) and use the generic green stuff. Dex reacts poorly to contact with air. These trucks are not the best at keeping air out of the coolant.
Just finished an 850 mile trip with no issues.
Have fun!!
Just finished an 850 mile trip with no issues.
Have fun!!
Baja
Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Near Bordeaux, France
I regularly do 2000 to 3000 miles either in the D2 or LR4. How many miles do you do per week then divide that into 3K miles and if it never goes pop on you each week why should it go pop because you do more miles. Just ensure all your fluids are all topped up before you start off and take some engine oil with you just in case, personally I never bother as there are many gas stations en route.
Things to check and top up before you set off:
That's about it, oh, don't forget your mobile phone and breakdown recovery card
Things to check and top up before you set off:
- Engine oil.
- Transmission ATF.
- Transfer box oil.
- Front and rear diffs.
- Coolant water and anti-freeze.
- Screen washer fluid.
- Brake fluid.
That's about it, oh, don't forget your mobile phone and breakdown recovery card
Last edited by OffroadFrance; Feb 25, 2018 at 11:33 AM.
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4th Gear
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About the oil leak I'd check the 7/8 Bolt/Cap above the oil filter on the 03-04's without oil cooler's those have been known to seep if not fully tightened down. I've fixed several oil leaks on 03-04's by just tightening those up. Once is directly above the oil filter assembly, and the other is toward the front of the engine just behind the main engine pulley/Harmonic Balancer, on the front timing cover.
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Rock Crawling
Joined: Jun 2016
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From: Virginia
I'd carry a spare crank position sensor, brake switch, and thermostat along with all the other suggestions. A good jack and tool kit as well. I'd also suggest polishing the magnetic strip on your credit card for all the gas pumps you'll be swiping. Lol. Enjoy the ride!
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