I have noise that rattles at slow speed over bumps, it sounds like a glass bottle taping a metal part, so im assuming its the exhaust or a drive shaft...or suspension it sound like it would be a round hollow metal tube... but I can't seem to track it down... I recorded the noise with my phone but am unsure as how to post a wave file of it... its clear as day and driving e nuts...also could this be lower ball joint related and where do I buy the aftermarket bushings that are made in the uk as mentioned in the thread before this one. Im not paying 800 to have the dealer replace them, ill just get rid of the truck if it comes to that she has 86k anyhow....

 

Dude, get rid of the truck now. If 800 dollars is too much then you don't need this vehicle. Trust me, guys have had to spend 2000 grand or more just to fix a coolant leak or worse on older ones. How about getting diagnosed first? It could be the sway bar bushings, a loose tie rod end, a ball joint, Anything. But good diagnosis from a shop that knows what it is doing will help.

Oh and wait till you get some real problems on your LR3 like an electrical issue or suspension light. Then its more money. Sorry but these vehicles are expensive to start with so if you don't like spending money after they are out of warrantee then do everyone a favor and just buy a new one so we don't have to listen to you complain about spending money at the dealer.

 

You can get the blue bushings from lucky8llc.com and then have them installed at an independent shop and save money. You can also buy online the OEM parts if you prefer. These are common items that wear out, due to the fact they are made of rubber. It might also be your Anti Roll Bar Bushings (ARB) which also make a musical clinking noise when hitting minor bumps, etc. If it needs A bar bolts, you might as well replace the whole thing, which includes ball joints, at a better overall value/price.

Seriously though, if an 800 dollar repair (none of us want them) is causing you that much concern, you may want to rethink your strategy. The vehicle is solid, and if you plan ahead and try to head off things by repairing common failure items on your own, or find a decent indy shop and supply the parts, the truck should last a long time, and you will be happy. You just need to come to terms with the fact these vehicles require a bit more maintenance than a toyota.

 

Its not that 800 is that much but the truck has 83k on it and I know there will be more problems down the road, im an audi guy so im used to high maintenance just don't want two vehicles like that right now... I do most my own work being a former audi tech, its parts cost that kills me...esp when the parts are not designed to last as long as possible... ill grab some of the aftermarket bushings and go for it, thanks.

 

take a look at atlantic british.

oh and use your connections at your former dealership to get the commercial discount from a land rover dealer when necessary.

 

Well that problem is quite solvable. Order all your own parts online, for a significant savings. The best place, for quickest shipping, price, etc. is linked below. There are others slightly cheaper but delivery is very very slow. Just start collecting items you know you will need so they are on hand.

Land Rover Parts Center - Call (800) 574-9217 for Genuine Land Rover Parts and Accessories