by "Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
Published 11/03/2017 at 18:03
by "Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
Published 11/03/2017 at 18:03
Tags: Disco Inferno
; everything that is wrong with
STARS: 5
Ok... so with Project Dumpster Fire hopefully stable for a little bit, my energy now needs to get diverted to the Disco and the Alfa. Currently, the Disco needs... a bit of work. Mostly OK, but needs some attention.
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The biggest here is, of course, mi amigos. A classic fault with the series two Discovery, I have a fault in my ABS system that has led to the failure of my ABS, Traction Control, and hill descent mode. Without a CDL, this means I am effectively driving a one-wheel-drive SUV. Happily, in my case the fix looks like it should be easy, so fingers crossed.
Also, the parking brake is kaput. Not sure what the issue is, but the cable is fine. No amount of adjusting changes the operation, so I suspect a full rebuild of the parking drum is in order.
Also coolant is going somewhere, but I’m not sure where. I need to do a coolant change as I have no idea what is in there so I’ve only been adding water and winter is coming.
With fresh fluids abound, the only other running concern I may have is swapping out the serpentine belt at some point.
Also it drinks fuel, but I think that is my fault.
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The big one is the door locks/ latches. The driver’s door is the only one with a keyhole, and naturally that doesn’t work. Feels like the linkage is disconnected. Further, the driver’s door and cargo door are the only ones with working power locks. So basically if those go bad or my battery goes flat, I’m effed.
I also desperately need new floor-mats, a detail, and some leather cleaner and conditioner. Also a new headliner wouldn’t hurt, but I’m not in a hurry on that one.
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The roof has some burn that I would like to attempt to buff out. If that doesn’t work, it won’t be the hardest thing in the world to have repainted.
The front bumper needs to come off, which is a bummer. One of the fog lights is missing, there is a crack that needs addressed, and both headlight sprayers need to be replaced. All of that requires the bumper to come off.
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I really want to reinstate the CDL (center diff lock). Based on my production date, I should have the mechanism in the transfer case. All that is left is to add the linkage. The problem with this is the kit to do so costs $400. Another option is to gank the linkage from a 2004 D2, but those eBay for about $200. A third, slightly more sensible, option would be to buy an entire 2004 transfer case for $300, shipped, which includes the linkage. I hate eBay.
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Not a big list, thankfully. This biggest thing is getting the locks and ABS working again. The rest can follow in due course.
Also cup holders. Man I really need cup holders....
"RPM esq." (rpm3)
11/03/2017 at 18:13, STARS: 9
Let me get this straight. You own an Alfa Romeo, a Discovery II, and an old Saab you affectionately refer to as “Dumpster Fire,” correct? Are you secretly an agoraphobe who just owns cars so they can serve as excuses not to show up to places?
"CaptDale - is secretly British" (captdale)
11/03/2017 at 18:15, STARS: 3
I love your car collection. I aspire to have this lack of “reliable” cars someday.
"cmill189 - sans Volvo" (cmill189)
11/03/2017 at 18:22, STARS: 1
That’s a real cute dog. I have nothing else to add.
"Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
11/03/2017 at 18:31, STARS: 4
Oh. My. God.
I’d never thought to use that as an excuse! This is a game changer.
But yes, those and a Volvo for good measure.
"Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
11/03/2017 at 18:32, STARS: 0
One of them is usually running...
"CaptDale - is secretly British" (captdale)
11/03/2017 at 18:43, STARS: 0
Perfect
"ranwhenparked" (ranwhenparked)
11/03/2017 at 18:52, STARS: 1
On the plus side, it does have a good aftermarket dog in the passenger seat.
"TheBloody, Oppositelock lives on in our shitposts." (thebloody)
11/03/2017 at 19:17, STARS: 2
Right so from on Disco 2 owner to another.
3 amigos - stupid easy but do the full bypass and shuttle valve replacement. You’ll save hassle in the future.
Headliner - pull it off and replace with bed liner. Never have to worry about it again and while you have it off take care of the sunroof drains and again you’ll save future hassle.
Loosing collant - probably the valley pan gasket but have your head gaskets checked anyway.
Linkage - my buddy drilled a hole and just connected a ratchet wrench to it (#10 socket I believe), Jerry rig but super cheap.
Also list of my other cars.
Jag X-Type
BMW 3 Series
Series IIa (non running resto project)
I swear we’re a bunch of fucking masochistics.
"RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars" (rallydarkstrike)
11/03/2017 at 19:41, STARS: 1
Any updates on the Alfa? :)
"AMGtech - now with more recalls!" (amgtech)
11/03/2017 at 19:45, STARS: 0
As bloody said, do the shuttle valve bypass. Super easy. If that doesn’t fix it, probably just a wheel speed sensor. Either way, do the bypass. I can give you a quick synopsis if you can’t find instructions online somewhere.
As for your coolant, check the throttle heater plate and screws that hold the fan shroud to the radiator. Sometimes the radiator cracks behind those screws and it’s hard to notice until you remove them. Coolant leaks are rarely a big mystery on these, just look around a little bit. Let me know if you can’t find any external leaks.
Pretty sure you can fit D1 CDL linkage also, not sure it’s any cheaper though.
Door locks are door locks. Just replace them. Sucks, but it is what it is.
"Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
11/03/2017 at 19:58, STARS: 1
Nope! Still in car jail (storage). I did go and start it a few weeks ago and it seemed happy, but the what-look-like-rear-mail-seal leak hasn’t cured itself. :sigh:
"RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars" (rallydarkstrike)
11/03/2017 at 22:57, STARS: 1
Shame, that was my favorite car of your last escapade....then I just love all cars Italian :P
What’s the word on the episodes of your overlanding adventure...?
"Akio Ohtori - RIP Oppo" (akioohtori)
11/04/2017 at 16:30, STARS: 0
:-D Haha stalled. Expecting episode two by thanksgiving. The Saab and Halloween have been consuming all of my free time, sadly.
"RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars" (rallydarkstrike)
11/04/2017 at 17:54, STARS: 1
Lame! Looking forward to the next episode!
"94RRC" (94rrc)
11/05/2017 at 12:19, STARS: 1
There’s a pin that goes from the key hole to the actual door lock mechanism. It’s made of crap metal that fatigues and snaps at the worst possible time. (Mine snapped when I was in the middle of nowhere, thankfully as I was unlocking the door)
Easy to replace, remove the outer door handle and you’ll see the pin. They are easy to get online.
-Fellow D2 owner