A slightly eclectic mix of things that interest me, such as old cars, cars in general, dogs, single malt scotch whisky, fixing things, collecting and restoring straight razors, the list is endless. None of the films are intended to be instructional, so if you are looking for expert guidance on something, then best find another channel. There are a lot of self-professed experts out there and some are even genuine.
My best years ❤️ them my tr250 tr6. Tr4 tr3 had them all . Them were the days my friends. Fun to drive easy to work on And they all fell apart ! Rust , wiring , was bad on them all . But the must fun driving cars ever made! Wish I had them all right now ❤ anyone else fell.the same way ?
Up until about 25 years ago, rust was an issue with pretty much every British built car (in fact every car, no matter where it was built). But, I agree, British sports cars did have more than their fair share of reliability issues. Nevertheless, they all looked fantastic and drove well in their era, and thankfully there have been many enthusiasts since production ended who have kept them alive. Long may they last.
Really helpful video and just what I needed. Top tip: tie some string to the old wing mirror wires before pulling them through and then use the string to bring the new wires back in and I avoided needing to cut the door metal
Thanks. And yes, that's a great idea to put some string on the old wires. I did think of it, but unfortunately it was afterwards, annoyingly. Glad the film was of use to you.
Thank you for the video. I needed it today for my 1975 Triumph Spitfire. The drum as so tight I couldn't get it to spin. Hadn't even noticed the adjuster on the back. Thanks!
I agree. For some reason, I'd thought that putting the car into Park Brake Service Mode at the start automatically pulled the brake shoes in, but I don't think it did. Then, of course, once I was into the job, with my head down cracking on, I didn't think to make life easier by using the adjuster, I just got to it with the hammer. All a learning experience as it's not a job I'd done before, so will know better next time.
It has several applications. Easier if I refer you to the firm's website for details . . . seafoamworks.com/product/sea-foam-motor-treatment-oil-fuel-additive/
Hi, I really appreciated your video, I was wondering if the procedure for putting the EPB into services mode is the same for the Discovery 4, that it doesn't have the key but the ignition button? Thnaks
I'm sorry, I do not know the answer to that. I would suggest that you join the excellent Disco3 forum, where there is a section for Disco 4 owners. I'm sure someone there will know the answer and will help. Here's the link: www.disco3.co.uk/forum
Regarding my car Disco 4 SDV6 the EPB does not activate automatically but with the engine off the gearbox goes into parking mode and therefore this would prevent the rear disc adjustment
As I do not know the differences between the Disco 3 and 4, I do not know what to suggest to you, other than to look on the forum I mentioned earlier. Also, if you search RU-vid for Land Rover Discovery 4 rear discs and brake pads replacement, I see there are a few videos that might be helpful. Good luck.
This is interesting as on my Stag I seemed to go through coils because of the heat from the engine, a chap I talked to who knows a lot about Stags suggested a resin coil instead so I have bought a Viper one so I shall see how I go.
Hi there, I’ve just discovered your channel and subscribed. Love this video. We have twice stayed, the second time only three weeks ago in St Mary’s church opposite the Pen-y-bont hotel. It’s been converted in to a holiday home but with part of the original church being kept. We also visited Castell-y-Bere. You have some great drone footage. 😀 I do have a hiking channel myself if you are interested. All the best Dave.
Hello Dave, Thanks for your kind remarks on the video. Glad you enjoyed it. I do know the church you mention and have wondered what it would be like to stay there. I've subscribed to your channel, so will take a look. Best wishes.
@@OffMyCloud Thank you for subscribing, its really appreciated. If you go in to the link on my Cadair Idris video there is a link to the church on the Sykes Cottages website. I can highly recommend it.
Glad it was of some use. I don't like straight cut video edits, but agree that for some videos the liquid fade isn't the best. I think it's particularly bad in this video because there is a lot of close up work.
As I suspected, it's a failure of the glow plugs that is causing this issue. It's potentially a very expensive repair (if the plugs snap off) and a lot specialists don't want to touch the job. It's not too bad for me, as I don't use the car much in the winter and if it's an emergency I use the method shown in the video. It's not ideal, but better than spending lots of money for the little I use it.
Good evening I.m have same problem but I cannot locate the sensor where exactly is it as lots show rough is right or left to back or front of engine how close to coolant bottel ect as I.m no mechanic all looks the same
Hello, If you stand at the front of the car and look at the engine (with plastic cover removed), the sensor on my RHD, 2005, Disco 3 diesel is at the front of the engine, slightly right of centre and just behind the fan cover. In relation to the coolant bottle, it's just to the left of it. Hope that helps.
My rims are 18 inch. I used the kit supplied by Powerful UK. Main thing is that the carriers need changing to larger ones. I'd suggest looking at this link and checking with the supplier that what they are selling meets your requirements. www.powerfuluk.com/land-rover-discovery-3-front-brake-upgrade-refurb-kit-336mm.html
Thanks - those caps on the factory fit nuts had me a bit confused as the cap that looks so similar (dimple centre) on the locking nut has to be removed of course! I think I have 27mm on the rear spare, 22mm on the locking nut socket and 23mm on the wheels!! Thanks for the video - I have a Disco as well but you might enjoy a bit of UK scenery from my very rare Series 1. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Dy5Sbr5YOG0.html
Excellent video to explain ethanol in fuel! Ive filled two older motorcycles with Esso Supreme for storing. Is there a way of testing how long the fuel will remain stable as i dont want to use a stabiliser as ive seen bad reports. Thanks.
Thanks Rob. I'm sorry, but I do not know the answer to your question about how long fuel remains stable. Some people I've spoken with feel it "goes off" in a matter of weeks, but I keep a full tank in my car over several months through the winter and it seems to be fine. I'm sure there are ways of testing it, but perhaps it's not something that can be done at home. A job for a specialist chemist I think.
Even ESSO Super is labelled "E5", despite it not containing it (at least where and when I tested it last). As I understand it, the labelling is a legal requirement in the UK. It does not indicate that the fuel definitely contains 5% ethanol, only that 5% ethanol is the most it can contain.
Well all I can say is this If you live down south you are ok with Esso NO ETHANOL IN SUPREME If on the other had you live in Wales Scotland or North england you have Ethanol in your Esso petrol !!! according to their blurb I gues up here we dont drive classics or fast sports cars or use strimmers or chainsaws etc etc etc The world has gone mad and to cap it all a petrolium expert has informed me that ethanol does nothing to help the cause infact it means you use more fuel So I wonder who's making money out of this load of bollocks ?????????????????????????
"A petroleum expert" eh? Ethanol reduces the CO2 emissions from your engine (lower % of carbon in its make up) but it is hygroscopic (picks up moisture) and has a lower energy density so worsens fuel consumption.
Petrol pumps will now have to display the maximum ethanol content in the petrol. If there is no marker on the pump showing ethanol content, and the fuel contains ethanol, then they are not abiding by the regs.
On the pumps where I've looked, it is now stated as being "E5". It's been like that for a while now, I think. Importantly, even the ESSO Synergy pumps state "E5", despite not always containing ethanol. And so the thing to remember, as you say, is that the "E5" only indicates the maximum ethanol content, not necessarily the actual content.
Within the last month, the ones I normally use have changed their pumps to E10 (used to be labelled E5). Not clear if they have actually changed to E10, or were just preparing for it. I suspect there will be a mix of E5 & E10 for a while, otherwise they’d have to sell out before taking an E10 delivery. As it’s a supermarket with lots of customers, I don’t they’d do that.
I buy most bits and pieces for my Atcos from eBay sellers. You can find most of what you need there. Best bit of advice I can offer is to join the Old Lawnmower Club. Lots of help to be found on the forum. Good luck getting yours going.
This test was performed in the UK, on V-Power 99 RON. To some extent the ratio doesn't matter, but for ease of calculating the percentage of ethanol I used 100ml fuel and 10ml water, as shown in the film.
I do not have access to Shell fuel locally here in the UK, so not easy for me to find some and test. I wouldn't know what the quality of Shell fuel in southern Europe is. I imagine you'll see an indication of the ethanol content on the pumps in those countries. Your best way of finding out is to contact Shell and ask them. My video is specifically for the fuel I use in my videos.
@GR Which country are you located in? In the UK, it's now a requirement to state on the pump the maximum amount of ethanol that might be contained in the fuel. And so here, pumps are either marked "E5" or "E10" (5% or 10%). You could ask at the garage about what they are supplying.
Could be a number of things I imagine. You'd need to hook up diagnostic equipment to get an idea. Only thing I've had like that in the past was a problem with the EGR valve. The car would accelerate, but not well at all. I had the valve blanked, rather than replaced. Hope you find what the issue is with yours and that it is not too difficult to fix.
