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Old 12-16-2018, 08:13 PM
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Hello Roverers!

I'm needing to replace the Rotoflex on my 2002 Disco SII SE, and the there's a long list of brands out there ranging up to $150!

Has any of you used the ÜRO PARTS option? I know that its low price should speak for itself, but would like to know your experiences with it, is it worth it?

My truck is basically used for commuting between home & work; no off-roading or towing for this Disco.

Your input will be greatly appreciated, thanks! ;-]#
 
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I would skip URO in general, pay a few extra bucks and get an allmakes
 
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Best advice I can give is buy whatever lucky8 sells period.
 
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IMHO, ONLY buy a German made GKN Roto: TVF100010G. The rest are cheap for a reason....
Buy one from L8, RovahFarm, etc. just specify you want a GKN. You'll be glad you did!


 
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Originally Posted by OverRover
IMHO, ONLY buy a German made GKN Roto: TVF100010G. The rest are cheap for a reason....
Buy one from L8, RovahFarm, etc. just specify you want a GKN. You'll be glad you did!

+1! Yes Sir! GKN FTW!!
A year ago I bought a GKN and the bolts and I keep it in Myrtle for that "just in case" moment.
 
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Just bail on the rotoflex all together in favor of a universal joints.

https://landroverforums.com/forum/discovery-ii-18/rear-rotoflex-delete-u-joint-conversion-%24125-86975/
 
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Originally Posted by Ben Matheson
Best advice I can give is buy whatever lucky8 sells period.
Thanks Ben, I just received an email from Steve confirming they sell the Allmakes brand; I'll have to decide between the nearly $80, or the $145 (GKN)... ;-]#
 

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Originally Posted by ArmyRover
I would skip URO in general, pay a few extra bucks and get an allmakes
Thanks Army! I hear ya, the nearly 40 bucks URO brand might not stand a chance against the nearly 80 bucks from Allmakes; then again, I've been reading a lot about coughing up more money and go with GKN (+/- $145)... ;-]#
 
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Originally Posted by Alex_M
Just bail on the rotoflex all together in favor of a universal joints.

https://landroverforums.com/forum/di...-%24125-86975/
Thanks for the great tip Alex, but I think I'm gonna keep the Rotoflex option for now... ;-]#
 
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Originally Posted by Alex_M
Just bail on the rotoflex all together in favor of a universal joints.

https://landroverforums.com/forum/discovery-ii-18/rear-rotoflex-delete-u-joint-conversion-%24125-86975/
That’s #12 of 28 on my Disco to do list.
 


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