Ribs551
Member Since: 28 Oct 2021
Location: Market Weighton
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Hi Martin,
Thank you for having me on the site. I've just bought an 08 plate Disco 3 to use as a workhorse. I have had a 57 plate RR Sport in the past along with an Evoque and E Pace.
I'm getting used to the creaks and squeaks as I've got to respect it is 13 yrs old and 150,000 on the clock.
I am noticing one thing though, at a steady 40-50 mph the rev counter 'blips' up and down between 1500 - 2000 revs and I hear what can only be described as a 'whirring' sound. Not sure if this is normal for an old Disco, or if anyone else has experienced this, but I'm a novice when it comes to cars so I'll probably get the local garage to take a look.
Looking forward to being a member.
Martin
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 28th Oct 2021 11:32 am |
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JL92
Member Since: 15 Sep 2021
Location: Herefordshire
Posts: 23
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Hi Martin
I’m definitely not an expert having bought my disco 3 last month. But it sounds like you have the same problem I had. Hopefully it’s gonna now.
I took advice I got from this forum.
I have a 58 plate D3 es, I noticed the revs fluctuating at about 1500. Mine has 160000 miles so only slightly more than yours.
First mechanic told me new gearbox and torque converter. My local mechanic told me to go to a transmission specialist and get a mega flush on the gearbox.
I went to ATGL in Gloucester who confirmed it was the torque converter. They ran a mega flush and added shudder stop to the transmission oil when they filled it. They said there was no guarantees that it would stop or for how long but about 1/6 the price of a new one.
So far its running beautifully! It’s my first D3 and love it even more now.
Not the most economical though  especially now that fuel prices go up every day.
Hope this helps.
Jim 1971 Series 2a sold (regrettably)
1991 discovery (stolen, burnt, recovered, sold,)
2004 discovery td5 sold
2008 D3
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| 28th Oct 2021 1:18 pm |
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Ribs551
Member Since: 28 Oct 2021
Location: Market Weighton
Posts: 2
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Hi Jim,
Many thanks for the info, I'll look into it.
I agree, not the best on fuel consumption
Cheers,
Martin
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| 28th Oct 2021 1:32 pm |
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mick28799
Member Since: 28 Oct 2021
Location: Alfreton Derbyshire
Posts: 1
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Hi Martin have just purchased my 2007 disco 3 HSE (come in from the dark side JEEP)
very happy with the Disco found this site browsing for an answer to a question i will post shortly after browsing around a bit hope fully picking some expert brains
that`s all for now talk again soon
Mick28799
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| 28th Oct 2021 8:03 pm |
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Lumi
Member Since: 29 Oct 2021
Location: London
Posts: 55
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Hi everyone,
Few months ago I’ve finally got my first Disco! It’s a ‘08 Disco3 diesel and I’m very happy with it, sure it have some little issue but nothing serious a part from the shuddering caused by the torque converter 
I’m very keen on doing myself all the work I can do without super professional equipment and this forum has already been a trove of information for me, thanks to everyone’s contributes.
I’ll see you around guys, I have a long list of chores for my baby so I’m sure I’ll bother most of you with stupid questions for the next few months: be ready!
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| 29th Oct 2021 9:16 pm |
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ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
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Welcome to all the new members and owners of the green oval - definitely smiles for miles and no-one ever bought these vehicles for their excellent fuel consumption 
There is lots of advice and help on here, the search function is a good place to start.
Lumi, there is no such thing as a stupid question (but I can't guarantee there may not be some stupid answers  ) so feel free to post away  Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
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| 30th Oct 2021 1:02 pm |
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sihughes
Member Since: 30 Oct 2021
Location: Pewsey
Posts: 3
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| Long time Land Rover owner, first time to a Disco 3 |
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Hi,
This forum has already proven to be extremely useful.
I am a long time Land Rover owner but just purchased a 2005 D3 with 295k miles on the clock… will be here a lot I think!
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| 30th Oct 2021 9:54 pm |
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PitVital
Member Since: 01 Nov 2021
Location: Exeter
Posts: 31
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Hi all!
I am going to be picking up my Disco 3 in a few weeks and I cannot wait to have a play with it (My first Land Rover) I have been reading the forum a lot and you guys all seem really great and helpful 
Cheers,
Pit.
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| 1st Nov 2021 2:48 pm |
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fred1922
Member Since: 29 Sep 2021
Location: Bomaderry
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To introduce myself, I have had a few Land Rovers over the years. 2 door range rover started it all. I have recently sold a 2000 Defender 130 TD5 and picked up a 2007 LR3. I have slowly been addressing issues with help from this forum and express my gratitude to all. HDC Transmission faults abound. It seems to have been great improved by changing brake bulbs and brake switch. Hoping!
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| 1st Nov 2021 11:30 pm |
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DG
Site Moderator
Member Since: 12 Dec 2005
Location: The Gaff
Posts: 50934
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Welcome all !! 21 year LR veteran > D2 GS 2003 > D3 S 2006 > D3 HSE 2009 > D4 HSE 2013 > D4 HSE 2015 > D5 HSE 2018 > DS HSE R-Dynamic P300e 2021
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| 1st Nov 2021 11:36 pm |
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eMCe
Member Since: 04 Nov 2021
Location: Poland
Posts: 1
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Hi,
maybe I'm not new owner as I got my Disco for some time but I'm new here.
I'm Michal and I'm from Poland.
Best Regards,
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| 4th Nov 2021 2:12 pm |
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MisterTND
Member Since: 05 Nov 2021
Location: Birtley, Co Durham, DH32NN
Posts: 1
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Just bought my first Disco 3, not sure I did the right thing, but I'm here now
Have had a D2 in the past but that blew itself up, since then been running Hilux, Ranger, Etc...
Thought I'd try to find some solutions to the issues this has before I completely lose faith and trade it in for something a bit less stressful!
Thanks for allowing me to join, fair warning, I may need some help! [/b]
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| 5th Nov 2021 9:43 pm |
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John S
Member Since: 06 Nov 2021
Location: Lake Haven
Posts: 1
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Hi all
I'm a three-time Range Rover owner whose current RR is a petrol P38 with a tired ZF auto gearbox. I bought a reconditioned R380 gearbox but between the time of buying the gearbox and going to buy the new manual pedal box, the pedal box has been declared fully obselete and no longer available. I have uploaded a picture of the pedal box - the line under the heading on the picture says Range Rover (D3) 1994-2001. I am taking this to mean that it is the same as a D3 manual pedal box, and I'm looking for one.
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| 6th Nov 2021 10:05 pm |
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Jakkals79
Member Since: 07 Nov 2021
Location: Pretoria
Posts: 2
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Hi.
I bought a non runner disco 3. Busy trying to sort out the fuel system. Any advise or help will be appropriated. Just a quick one, fuel is pumping out of the supply and return line from the low pressure pump. Is this right. If not whats the fix. Its a 2.7 tdv6.
Thank you
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| 7th Nov 2021 6:14 am |
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