| Author |
Message |
 Overhauling the starter solenoid |
rsms
 25th Apr 2024 12:53pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 12 · Views: 3587 · Subject: Starter motor gears grease |
Hello,
I am in a process of replacing starter solenoid in my TD5 and this would be the right time to re-grease the gearing part of a starter.
Looking for some advice on what grease would be sui ... |
| Battery issues I think... |
rsms
9th Apr 2024 4:33pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 6 · Views: 1777 · Subject: Starter repair kits |
A famous "click" has finaly come to visit me... 
Is there any difference between various starter repair kits available (DA5240, Red Bison, X8R,...)?
Thanks! |
| TD5 battery spec |
rsms
16th Nov 2023 10:55am
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 12 · Views: 6339 · Subject: TD5 battery spec |
Time for a new battery in my 110 TD5.
I think a factory recommended battery is 110 Ah, CCA 800A.
Is Varta Silver Dynamic H3 (100 Ah, CCA 830A) a good choice? I would go for Varta Silver Dynamic ... |
| Pop rivets - Rear cappings |
rsms
14th Dec 2022 5:54pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 8 · Views: 5239 · Subject: Pop rivets - Rear cappings |
Hello good people,
I am reviving this old thread as I am still confused regarding side body pannel rivets. I have bought both 78248G and RU612373L type rivets for my 2002 TD5 and they just look the ... |
| Eight spoke enigma |
rsms
2nd Mar 2022 8:37pm
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Forum: Wheels & Tyres · Replies: 0 · Views: 992 · Subject: Eight spoke enigma |
Hello,
I am looking to get a new set of steel wheels for my summer tires: 16x7 eight spoke, white ones with red and blue stripes. I see there are a few different brands available:
DA3187 - Britp ... |
| Alternative EMS |
rsms
1st Jul 2021 9:21pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 2511 · Subject: Alternative EMS |
Here are some more installation details.
Engine temp sensor location - I choose a bolt near original coolant temp sensor. I have not done any long trips yet but the gauge shows arround 83 - 85 degr ... |
| Alternative EMS |
rsms
19th Jun 2021 12:35pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 2511 · Subject: Alternative EMS |
I just want to share my experience with engine monitoring system I have installed recently.
I wanted to monitor "vital signs" of my Defender TD5 (coolant temp and level, EGT temp, oil pre ... |
| [Wanted] Madman EMS2 |
rsms
13th Apr 2021 9:27pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 0 · Views: 406 · Subject: [Wanted] Madman EMS2 |
Hello,
I am looking to get engine monitoring system for my TD5. I know there is already EMS3 out, but I will be happy with EMS2. If anyone is looking to upgrade to EMS3 or is tired of his EMS2, let ... |
| Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
rsms
13th Mar 2021 2:36pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 1996 · Subject: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
Thank you, that seems reasonable. Looking at my bolts they are 1/2" UNF.
I have just found these values for 2007 models & up: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis 123 Nm (91 lbf∙ft). ... |
| Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
rsms
12th Mar 2021 6:02pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 1996 · Subject: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
| Hello, I am re-installing steering guard after getting it sand blasted & powder coated. I cannot find torque settings for 2 bolts that connects panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis - these two b ... |
| Water pump leak |
rsms
21st Feb 2021 11:57am
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 3 · Views: 1717 · Subject: Water pump leak |
I made some additional pictures today:
Under the car:
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/14229/normal_Water%20pump%20A.jpg
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/14229 ... |
| Water pump leak |
rsms
20th Feb 2021 10:19pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 3 · Views: 1717 · Subject: Water pump leak |
Hello,
I discovered these while investigating coolant level drop (have to add app. 4 dcl of cooling liquid after cca. 8.000 km). It looks like coolant leaks through the hole in water pump housing:
... |
| Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
rsms
3rd Oct 2020 6:35pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 53 · Views: 124189 · Subject: Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
Just a quick follow up - as the hole above wheelarch was too narrow to remove turret with suspension from the above I did the following:
- remove plastic cap above turret;
- unscrew bottom nut;
- ... |
| What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
rsms
19th Sep 2020 7:00pm
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Forum: My Defender · Replies: 20728 · Views: 7526678 · Subject: What Did You Do In Your Defender Today |
A milestone - or better "KM-stone" 
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/14229/normal_DEF%20110%20TD5%20100k%20t.jpg
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpi ... |
| Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
rsms
19th Sep 2020 6:34pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 53 · Views: 124189 · Subject: Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
Hello,
I am preparing to replace front shock absorber bushes on my Defender (110 SW, 2002) as front left side developed some noise and upper and lower outer bushes are shot. Bushes on right front s ... |
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