| Author | Message | ||
     Phil (Discoanywhere) Member Username: Discoanywhere Post Number: 95 Registered: 06-2003 |
I'm doing a little tune up on my 95 disco I'm use to buying all genuine LR parts from the dealer but I'd like to go aftermarket this time to save a little cash. Any recommendations? Rotor & Cap.. Plugs.. Wires.. Oil & Filter.. Air Filter.. etc.. | ||
| Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 284 Registered: 12-2002 |
I would suggest using genuine LR for plug wires, but all of the others (not sure about the rotor and cap - mine is distributerless - that's a fun word  ) you can get better quality usually for less $$. Not sure about plugs: I replaced mine with Bosch but I am getting misfires... Oil is not an issue for me. I get the case of Cheveron 10-30w at Costco fo $12. As long as it has the right rating code it's fine. Oil filter I use is Fram. They usually are one of the less expensive and a higher quality. You could go with K&N for highest quality but I like to be sure I have a fresh filter every oil change. They say (K&N) you don't have to replace it every oil change  . Air filter is the same, a Fram. And again you could go with K&N for high quality. You can just hose off the K&N's and let them dry (I think). I have looked into them but never bought because of $$. If you haven't replaced your cooling hoses I would suggest doing that. Buy genuine LR there. I don't think you have an option because auto parts stores only carry the top hose most of the time. Atlantic British has a good price on the set ($60-$70 for all). They fit perfect and are better quality than the original hoses. | ||
| Leo (Leo_hallak) Member Username: Leo_hallak Post Number: 154 Registered: 02-2003 |
Phil, for plug wires a lot of us go with http://www.magnecor.com/ you used to be able to buy them directly from them. I use them on my Disco and my 951. For a air filter and the ease of cleaning I picked up a K&N https://www.expeditionexchange.com/kn/. If I wasnt going to run a KN it would hands down be a Wix (http://www.wixfilters.com/) for oil and air. For the rest of the parts I think Corey is right on for genuine, go to http://www.discountbritishparts.com/ Nathan is a good guy. -Leo | ||
| Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 286 Registered: 12-2002 |
I was told by a guy at Napa Autoparts that their in house brand (NAPA) oil filters are manufactured by WIX. He may have been pulling my chain but it's worth a look... | ||
| Matt Anderson (Disco01) Member Username: Disco01 Post Number: 97 Registered: 10-2003 |
I second the Wix filter. They carry those at O'Rielly auto parts around here, I think that is the same chain as Kragen and others, but not sure. I think you might want to stick with the OEM champion plugs. Magnecor makes good wires. You can get those at www.roverconnection.com. | ||
| Matt Anderson (Disco01) Member Username: Disco01 Post Number: 98 Registered: 10-2003 |
Corey, I know the air filters at Napa are Wix....look on the side of the filter itself, it will say Wix on it, or dana. Dana makes Wix. | ||
| Leo (Leo_hallak) Member Username: Leo_hallak Post Number: 155 Registered: 02-2003 |
I forgot that Matt, Napa's filters are made by Wix. And I think on a non-modified engine most of the time its hard to improve on plugs that came in it. -leo | ||
| Ed Petrush (Exp) Member Username: Exp Post Number: 80 Registered: 08-2002 |
Depending on the milage on the steedo.. i would also think about changing the fuel filter, serpentine belt, upper & lower radiator hoses, also check all battery cables (5 chasis ground cables, alt cable & pos to stater.. LR has a history of rotting cables...) poor ground can cause lots of gremlins in our vehicles... transmission fluid change might also be a possibility (lots of opinions on this... look in archives...) I would definitely also change out the fluids in the differentials & swivels... your choice as to go with conventional oil or synthetic.. (again lots of conversations in arch to read up on... ) a good tune up with all hoses, belts, wires, plugs, fluids, etc.. should run you about $400 or so for parts.. most of it can be done by novice mechanics... Good Luck. | ||
| Micky_dee (Micky_dee) New Member Username: Micky_dee Post Number: 36 Registered: 11-2003 |
most of the filters can be purchased at your local wallmart! they have the listings in the parts books, if you havwe been off roading a lot like me than change gear lube in diff pods and swivil balls up front. grease you u joints as this will force out any contamination. your local hurry lube will drain and refill you transmission. and show you what all the other lubricant looks like while they are at it. they will recomand what should be done. transferr box should be changed as well. look at after maeket plug wires as lr are expensive. axcell yellow one should work fine or magnicore. some just opt for buick v-8 wire set from mid seventies? goe for bosch plugs. and if a little is left over get k&n air filter. your call. replace wires and boots with dielectric grease to keep moisture out and prevent missfires in damp conditions. wheel bearings should be checked for water contamination and repacked with waterproof grease. and if you got a nut loose tighten it. check you ball joints for wear.... so have fun and enjoy it . remenber it is not a race and think safty first. disard of all posiones gasses properly. and all flamibles accordingly. | ||
| Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 294 Registered: 12-2002 |
OK - here is the lowdown on oil filters: http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/oil_filter_study/ Now this is an opinion but a very thourough study. Looks like the Mobil 1 filter came out on top with its synthetic fibers and well sealed casing. Others ranking on top at a lower cost are AC Delco, Purolator, and Wix. Take a look - very interesting.... | ||
| gp (Garrett) Senior Member Username: Garrett Post Number: 2391 Registered: 10-2001 |
agree with Ed. replace those rad hoses. inexpensive insurance. don't cheap out on filters. fram filters are on the low end of the filters. you get what you pay for. Wix makes filters for lots of suppliers including CarQuest, etc. and the price will vary greatly. that is the only filter i use on Rovers. saving a few bucks on a filter makes no sense. buy a Blazer and buy all your clothes and parts at Wal Mart if you really want to. | ||
| eric johnson (Eric2) Member Username: Eric2 Post Number: 195 Registered: 05-2003 |
As far as oil goes, don't skimp. Put in the best oil you can - which means synthetics. Go to the www.robisonservice.com website and follow his info. on servicing Rovers. If there was ever a case of pennywise and pound(or dollar) foolish - Rovers are the textbook example. | ||
| Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 299 Registered: 12-2002 |
Thanks Eric - I am now a qualified reseller of Mobil 1 products... JK I was told that you shouldn't, or at least was told it isn't beneficial, to switch from conventional oil to synthetics in high mileage vehicles that have always had conventional oil. Is this wrong and should I just go for the synthics? | ||
| Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 300 Registered: 12-2002 |
By-the-way I am anal about changing my oil. Every 2-3k miles. Would I be throwing away $$ with synthetic? | ||
| Micky_dee (Micky_dee) New Member Username: Micky_dee Post Number: 37 Registered: 11-2003 |
dude bosh spark plugs are bosh spark plugs no matter where you get them. wallmart sells them the cheapest. so why nock wallmart? same as castrol oil or mobile one. they sell it cheaper than anywhere! i dont get it . and who really gives a fuck anyway. fuck i would hate to see you deciding an a bottle of wine. and for oil changes this is what i do. i lease it. drive the fuck out of it four a year and get a new one. then some sap buys it and is so concerened about his truck. fuck the dam thing will rust to a piece of shit long before the engine blows..... ?? too much time on you hands? jerk it instead, its better for you. life is too short to worry about such stupidity. | ||
| gp (Garrett) Senior Member Username: Garrett Post Number: 2394 Registered: 10-2001 |
what are Bosh spark plugs? stupidity? hmmmm. just not a fan of Wal Marts. i try and keep my business locally. saving a few cents on some plugs ain't my gig. i own a local shop, so what i pay is already lower than Wally World anyhow. and FYI....not everything you buy at the big chains is the same as what you buy at a local parts store. they look the same, but are not always of the same quality. | ||
| Brian Dickens (Bri) Senior Member Username: Bri Post Number: 883 Registered: 08-2002 |
Easiest way to get all necessary things for a desired tuneup is to order all of the stuff grom British Pacific, Discount Rovers, Atlantic British or what have you. They will generally have a "kit". I would stick with a oil filter made specifically for a rover, either rover or cooper. You might want to check your bushings and engine mounts. And one thing you should do for sure is transmission fluid, filter and gasket. Use the standard 7mm plug wires or be prepared to break the combs that hold them. Again, you will likely get the best deal getting a kit from one of the vendors in the vendors area of discoweb. | ||
| Lawrence Tilly (Beowulf03809) New Member Username: Beowulf03809 Post Number: 5 Registered: 12-2003 |
An earlier post mentioned the serpentine belt and I really want to second that. I had mine replaced and after the swap I looked over the old one and was happy not to have it on my rig anymore. I'm doing the plug wires and all the hoses in the spring. My 96 has about 130k miles right now. I bought it with just under 40k about 3 years ago and switched the engine oil over to Amsoil after a couple months of ownership. I did experience an increase in leaks w/ the synth, but the engine runs great and I have not suffered the lifter probs many other owners complain of w/ this vintage Rover. I recently had my local LR dealership perform a full engine reseal and I haven't seen a drop since. I also run ("generic") synth in both diffs. I will not switch my truck over to synth for the transmission, however. I personally know two other circa-96 owners running Amsoil in their transmission with no problem. However, I have read MANY posts here on DWeb over the last few years of older transmissions going tango uniform shortly after switching from dino to synth. Although the temptation is there, the risk is too great for me to take. In reference to the comment about not taking care of the truck and just leasing, well...to each their own. My Saturn has over 220k on it and I intend my Disco to exceed 200k without question. I learned after purchase that the previous owner (it was a leased vehicle) never took it in for ANY maintenance. Even the free "recall" work was not completed. I've had my share of messes to clean up as a result of her neglect and have cursed her name on several occassions. However, I have worked thru most of her neglects and have a very strong and reliable vehicle. I have never been able to understand some people's "better to end than mend" mentality, and I'm going to hope it was at least partly exagerated for humor in the post. It's way too Brave New World and depressing to think people are really wired that way. Lawrence 96 Disco - "Beowulf" - NH, USA | ||
| Joseph Bilyk (Denverrover) Member Username: Denverrover Post Number: 116 Registered: 02-2003 |
Maybe someone should ban this "Mickey Dee" | ||
| Brian Dickens (Bri) Senior Member Username: Bri Post Number: 922 Registered: 08-2002 |
Just 'cause he can't spell? | ||
| Joseph Bilyk (Denverrover) Member Username: Denverrover Post Number: 118 Registered: 02-2003 |
Maybe |
