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| BCdefender Member Since: 26 Oct 2015 Location: Nanaimo Posts: 211   
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After spending an absolute fortune on my TD5 oil changes and filters I've decided to take the plunge and start doing it my self.
Not sure why I wasn't already as I love working on the rest of the truck. Does anyone have a list of what you actually need in terms of tools to get the job done? I'm going start bringing in the filters and washer from Land Rover direct ie: LPX100590G, ERR6299LR, CDU1001L Thanks for the Newbie feedback 1999 Defender 110 2003 P38 2007 RR SC "And that's why it needs to be celebrated, because when the Defender goes we'll have lost this pointer to where we came from, and we're really going to miss it." My build thread: http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic47750.html Last edited by BCdefender on 29th Jan 2017 1:44am. Edited 1 time in total |
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29th Jan 2017 12:50am |
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| agentmulder Member Since: 16 Apr 2016 Location: Outer Space Posts: 1324 
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Unsure about Td5 exactly, but just saying good on ya for DIY.
Second time round will be much faster than first  Solved the bowel problem, working on the consonants... |
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29th Jan 2017 4:55am |
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| rallysteve Member Since: 10 Feb 2014 Location: Cumbria Posts: 2228  
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Get the oil filter spanner for the td5 filter as it makes it so much easier to remove and refit. But be aware it only works with genuine and a few aftermarket filters.
Steve 02' 110 TD5 Double Cab Rebuild Thread |
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29th Jan 2017 7:48am |
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| Vogler Member Since: 02 Nov 2014 Location: Brussels Posts: 309  
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Most suppliers sell filter sets with everything you need and which are much cheaper than the cost of the separate items.
I always have a spare set so I can continue when something goes wrong. During the last change the plastic thingie of the fuel filter broke, so I was very happy to have a spare I meticulously followed the LR workshop manual and applied threadlock to the R380 drain plug. But go easy there because its very very stuck now. Two basic things you probably know: - always undo the filler plug first so you are sure that you can fill after having drained - put a magnet in the oil drain pan to check for swarf or signs of damage and wear. - life is much easier when you use a kind of oil pump to fill the gearbox. It's very cramped there. Joris |
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29th Jan 2017 7:56am |
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| Vogler Member Since: 02 Nov 2014 Location: Brussels Posts: 309
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You'll probably need some extra tools, especially a Torx T55 for the transfer box filler plug. Furthermore a 1/2" drive ratchet for most plugs, and a large hex spanner (I think 32mm) or a 3/8 drive ratchet for the gearbox - the two latter depending on the year of production (pre or post 2005).
J Edit: Thx for the correction below ibexman. Last edited by Vogler on 29th Jan 2017 5:40pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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29th Jan 2017 8:17am |
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| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2945
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Torx t55 is main gearbox
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29th Jan 2017 8:55am |
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| barbel jim Member Since: 12 Dec 2012 Location: Northants Posts: 1423 
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I only use genuine filters. There are others who will disagree, but for a few extra £ I believe its well worth it
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29th Jan 2017 9:04am |
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| roel Member Since: 08 Aug 2009 Location: Lelystad Posts: 2039  
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quality brand filters may even be better then genuine.
Download the servicesheet and follow that. The td5 main filter is nat very easy placed but still better the on the D3 V8. I can't replace them without making a mess. I just break it loose with my chaintype spanner and then get a plastic bag and push it as fa as possible over it and then unsrew it by hand. That saves me a lot off oil on the ground. I don't know if you downloaded the Rave 02 disc allready it will help you a lot if you never done this before. The first time it will take you some time but after the second time you ask yourself: Why did I pay for this in the past? 
Do it, I find it very rewarding. Roel 1984 90 2.5 na Diesel - RR V8 (1994-2001) 1997 Camel Trophy Discovery 300TDI (2001-2009) 2005 G4 Discovery III 4.4 V8 (2008-2018) It's gone but it still hurts. 2003 90 Td5 (2009-now) |
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29th Jan 2017 10:30am |
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| williamthedog Member Since: 29 Dec 2012 Location: south wales Posts: 3441 
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Yes ,do it yourself and you know it's done correctly
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29th Jan 2017 10:54am |
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| g-mack Member Since: 07 Jan 2014 Location: northumberland Posts: 1967
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always do my own
My 109 thread
my youtube channel |
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29th Jan 2017 11:03am |
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| Tommo Member Since: 19 Dec 2013 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 830 
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Use genuine filters and fluids as you`re already saving a fortune by doing it yourself.
I usually buy a TD5 service kit from dealers and get it for about £65. Use quality fluids, buy coolant, gearbox oils etc from dealer and negotiate a price. Ironically some would spend £££ on modifications and complain about the cost of genuine filters etc....don't understand it myself  |
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29th Jan 2017 3:16pm |
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| roel Member Since: 08 Aug 2009 Location: Lelystad Posts: 2039
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1. As a genuine filter can easlily be 30% more expensive by the dealer then the same genuine filter by another supplier.
2. Land Rover doesn't make the filters and oils themselves. So you can get the same filter in another box and the same oil in another can. 3. Are genuine the best products??? So look somewhere else and try to find the best and compare the prices.
And yes I have some additional items on my 90, but most made by me or secondhand.
 Click image to enlarge Yes even the tyres are secondhand. Roel 1984 90 2.5 na Diesel - RR V8 (1994-2001) 1997 Camel Trophy Discovery 300TDI (2001-2009) 2005 G4 Discovery III 4.4 V8 (2008-2018) It's gone but it still hurts. 2003 90 Td5 (2009-now) Last edited by roel on 29th Jan 2017 3:52pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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29th Jan 2017 3:49pm |
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| gilarion Member Since: 05 Dec 2013 Location: Wales Posts: 5110  
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Always do my own and have fitted a Difflock drain plug, makes oil draining so simple and mess free, would recommend this mod to anyone once fitted (ten minute job) you do not need sockets or spanners ever again and the removal tube/pipe fits into a drain can, perfect.
More info here http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic29173....drain+plug For those who like Welsh Mountains and narrow boats have a look at my videos and photos at.. http://www.youtube.com/user/conwy1 |
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29th Jan 2017 3:52pm |
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| Daisy90 Member Since: 01 Feb 2015 Location: Hampshire Posts: 845 
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Another vote for difflock drain plug kit job by,
Also, put a small bag around / underneath the main oil filter after you have loosened it, this will catch the oil from the filter when your removing it from the engine area With both the above - it's quite a clean job these days |
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29th Jan 2017 4:39pm |
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