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  1. robot808

    Parts list for D1 swivel preload job

    I want to help a friend with his 96 D1 with ABS. I sold him my truck a while back and now he has the Wobble of Death. Knowing what I had done to it, I think the preload is about the only thing that is left to be done up front. So, could somebody tell me all the parts needed to do the job? I...
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    Squeaking sound when letting off the gas

    Squeaking sound when letting off the gas-Solved I have a 96 D1 that is making a high-pitched squeal at when cruising at 20-40 mph, or anytime I ease up on the gas while in gear. It will not make the noise if I let off the gas completely, but will if I ease up but keep my foot on it. I cannot...
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    Looking for advice on Springs

    So, I have a broken shock. I will be replacing all 4 shocks (likely Pro Comp ES9000's). I am also buying a TJM winch bumper. It does not currently have a winch, but I hope it will in the not too distant future. I understand that I will need new springs and it seems like it makes sense to do...
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    Replace one Catalytic Converter?

    Hello d-web, When I bought my 96 D1 about 6 months ago, the PO had a brand new magnflow cat in a box in the back. He gave it to me with the purchase of the disco as he wouldn't have any need for it. So my question is, should I have it installed? I can have it installed for under $50, but I am...
  5. robot808

    Another can't shift into low thread

    So, I have removed the console and the cdl shifter, greased it up and got it working smoothly left to right, right to left ,up and down before re-installing it. While I was in there, I removed the lock-out solenoid. When I bought the truck a couple of months ago, the cdl shifter would not...
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    Stoopid Parking Brake Boot

    So, I dismantled my center console a couple of months ago to free up a stuck CDL on my D1. Got it freed up, but on re-assembly I couldn't get the boot back around that wire frame in the hole for the hand brake. Any simple trick I am missing? I tried for like half an hour before just getting too...
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    Please help an idiot with codes

    I have an 1996 Disco SD. I have been fixing one thing after the other trying to get this thing up to snuff. Right now the ScanGauge is showing P1138 and P1193. What would be the first step in diagnosing the problems? Switch the sensors? Is there some way I can use the ScanGauge to give me more...
  8. robot808

    Steering Box adjustment for dummies

    I was reading the RAVE section on Steering Box Adjustments. It seems fairly simple, but I alas am even simpler. Could someone please re-word the instructions for me since I am an idiot?:drool: I have a 96 SD. Steering feels loose (lots of play) and seems to drive straight at about 1 or 2...
  9. robot808

    My fuel pump is LOUD!

    At least I think it is my fuel pump. It is really loud when I come to a stop light, calms down when I take off. Is this normal for a 96 D1? Is this a sign of imminent failure of the pump? Should I replace it now, before it fails? Thanks for any help.
  10. robot808

    Remote Starter/Keyless Entry Question

    Hello all, I have a 96 SD that I bought a few months back. When I bought the truck I received a key but no remote. Well, winter is fast approaching in Chicago and I am thinking about a remote start unit for the truck. Many of those also include keyless entry. So can I just buy one of...
  11. robot808

    I Hate Torx Bolts

    So, I bought my 96 Disco SD not long ago. I plan on having my kids in quite a bit. I have a front facing car seat and a booster. Anyway, one of the rear seat belt receivers was being held together by duct tape. I ordered a replacement (the right rear that has two receivers connected together)...
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    Seat belt Torx screw

    I have to replace the rear seat belt latches on my 96 D1. I soaked it in PB Blaster, put a Torx head driver on my breaker bar, only to strip the screw. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance.
  13. robot808

    Newbie with ECU question

    Hello all. First of all, thanks for having me. I just picked up a 1996 Disco with 142K miles (rescue mission). It starts with high idle then the idle is all over the place. When running it, stutters and lurches at all speeds. It will stall at stop signs until it is warmed up. I have tried...