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  1. disco_fever

    Low Usage DII

    I'm thinking of picking up an '04 DII by the end of the summer. The thing is I will be be walking to work so it would sit a lot. I would make an effort to drive it at least once a week, but should I be concerned about it sitting then making an occasional 4-5 hour road trip?
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    DC area HOV lanes

    Can someone please explain to me how limiting them to 3 occupants durig rush hour helps the environment? I'm sitting in a parking lot and have been for an hour as I watch 10 cars go by in the HOV lane per 30 seconds. How is thousands of idling cars helping. Makes me want to take a header off the...
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    'tank-like' rear bumper monstrosity

    http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=32575 :popcorn:
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    1994 Discovery, Daily Driver

    1994 Discovery Series 1 that has been daily driven since February 2004 and has never left me stranded. Moderate offroad use, never abused because it was a DD. I have maintenance records from February 2004. 120,XXX miles. Oil changes every 3,000. Bought the truck at 92,000. Has had new cats...
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    D1 Safety Devices Rack and RockWare Sliders

    D1 Safety Devices high rack, purchased it new about 3 years ago. Some scratches on the top of the rails from loading, still has the stickers on it, good condition. Includes Coleman Racing mounts for a Hi-Lift jack and chicken coop flooring that has been cut to fit perfectly. $900 D1 RockWare...
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    Lexus GX470?

    Anyone have experience with these trucks? Looking for something more reliable to daily drive. Need a wagon and 4wd/AWD or FWD. $25k territory. Other considerations are a new Passat, Subaru Legacy GT, 4Runner, used LC and Grand Cherokee. The obvious choice would be an LR3 or DII, but it'll be...
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    D1 ARB bumper

    Looking for a D1 ARB bumper. Winch or non-winch and would prefer non-airbag, but its not a deal breaker. Let me know.
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    Mercedes E320 wagons, anyone have experience?

    looking into getting an e320 wagon with v6, probably 98-01, taken a look at some MB forums, but has anyone with the Rover mindset had experience? considering a bmw 5-series wagon, but they are harder to find/more expensive. should I just pick up a trusty volvo? thanks
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    Driver Seat woes, not the typical questions

    For whatever reason the seat base on my 94 D1 was rusting through badly, two of the 4 corners where the bolts were had completely rusted through. Surprisingly the floor itself appeared to be in great condition, until I removed it. Once removed I discovered a hole where the floor transitions into...
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    door latch problem

    My driver's side door latches on the saftey catch, but it takes a few attempts to get it fully closed. Is there any adjustment for wear? is it the latch or the striker? The handle and latch seem to be working fine. I've read up on springs and recalls for adjustment(usually pertain to the rear...
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    help the Virginia Special Olympics

    Hey everyone, I figured since a lot of you guys are from Virginia this would be an awesome fundraising opportunity. We are working to raise money for the Virginia Special Olympics and will be participating in the their fundraising event by jumping into the ice cold water of Virginia Beach in...
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    Best Por-15 Topcoats

    I just picked up a winch bumper that needs refinishing. I definitely want to use por-15, but not sure what top coat to use. Leaning towards Chassis Cote from the same company. Couldn't find any info on it searching, anyone use it before? http://www.por15.com/s.nl/it.A/id.1410/.f Black Cote is...
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    ARB, TJM, or RTE bumper for a D1

    Looking for a winch bumper. I'm in NJ, will travel a reasonable distance or consider shipping. Thanks
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    lt230 upgrade for my freelander??

    rrc/freelander hybrid, ugly as sin, but better than I would have guessed.... http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1990-LAND-ROVER-RANGE-ROVER-VOGUE-SE-A-GREEN_W0QQitemZ110132758027QQihZ001QQcategoryZ29748QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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    Australian adventure

    I'll be studying at a school outside Sydney from July to December. Theres a 10-day break and I would love to do some exploring/camping in the Outback or on the beaches. I'm just starting my research and know there are some guys from Oz on the board. Any suggestions for resources? 4x4...
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    New Zealand

    I'm going to be studying abroad in Dunedin from July to November. Its on the west coast of the South Island. So pumped. Anyone been there? cool trips? bars? I'll be skiing as much as possible, Queenstown is 3 hours and seems to have the most areas to choose from. The best, worst? Will I see...
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    Naylor Autowerks vs. Import Autohaus, Richmond

    Hey guys, just looking for advice on local Richmond shops. Both of these places have been recommended, Naylor more so, but I have a few questions. I would much rather support the Land Rover specific small guy, but Naylor is about 20 miles versus 3 for Import Autohaus. Do the prices and...
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    new wiper motor-issues

    Just finished installing a refurbished wiper motor and linkage, however there is one small problem. When it starts it goes down a bit first, then on its normal path. That doesn't bother me excpet I have had to set the blades higher on the windscreen than I would like, to prevent them from...
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    How to replace the Windshield Wiper Motor and Linkage?

    Hey Guys, I am about to replace the windshield wiper motor due to bad park contacts. I got tired of not having itermittent settings and the linkage also started making a clunk when on the regular settings. Any info, tips, or help would be much appreciated. This is the only diagram I have been...
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    Real wood trim

    Well, I had a bright idea. Thinking about making some hard wood trim for the disco. A strip above the glove box and on the door panels should look nice without much effort. questions, the dash piece doesn't seem like it would interfere with the airbag, but wanted to make sure i wouldn't spear...