well, probably ended up here much like the rst of you, searching for a fix to problems with the rr, i have a few , five gearboxes in 18 months, the first one was paid for, the next 4 were under warranty, erg valve broke, went through the turbo, and head, new turbo, and valves ect, now, have the usual probbs, cup holders ect, but today passenger door refuses to lock or unlock with the fob,this car is driving me to distraction, lol, will have a mooch round aand see what i can find

I'm new to this area, so i thought I'd pop into the local and see what's what. Now I'm in the main bar, and rather than just sidling up to the nice bunch sitting in the corner of the pub having a pint a laugh, I thought I'd introduce myself.

Bought my 2005 Vogue 4.4 last November from a second hand dealer. 50,000 miles, full dealer SH, 2 owners and offered with a year's warranty. How could it go wrong?

Quite easily as it turns out. Drove home (North Wales to Sheffield) and BANG! the gearbox went! So, 2 hours of ownership and a major issue. Took it back to the dealer and 5 weeks later got it back with a new torque converter. Had LPG conversion done, now has a 2010 conversion (sweet!).

Outstanding issues? Needs the steering column transducer replacing (got the shakes at 70mph) but I cannot get the rusted bolts off Needs a few bushes on the front suspension sorting (one definitely needs doing but I'd like to replace them all) But again all the bolts are heavily rusted so that's another job.

Otherwise a great car but I'm in the phase of getting it all into best condition for a trouble-free life, so my experience so far has been a bit jaded. However, having owned several TVRs in the past, I'm no stranger to weird problems and large repair bills. The good thing is, it's a big basic car underneath the leather and electrical trimmings, so the basic renovations I need are not hugely expensive at the moment.

Once sorted I hope to keep it for 3-5 years, after which it will almost certainly be a L405 to replace it. So I'm hooked!

fancy a game of darts?....  ... - .- -.




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Good idea! I'll have a creme-de-menthe and babycham please!

Hi All,

I was recommended FFRR by DMRR as a handy source of info about the later Range Rovers, so here I am.

I've just bought a 2003 4.4 Vogue and have spent a few days finding all toys on/in it and I'm sure there's still a few to find.
I'm not new to the Land Rover badge, having previously owned a 109 Series III, three Classic Rangies, a 300 TDI Disco and a 3.9 V8 Disco.
I took a break from the Land Rover badge for a couple of years and ran a Shogun but the parts were expensive and not that easy to fit, plus it was starting to look like a major money pit was about to open, so I sold it and got the L322.

See you all on the forum.

Martin. 

Hi guys..and gals

I've been lurking around the forum for a few days now so thought it about time i introduced myself...

I'm Steve a Yorkshireman who spends his time mainly in the North East when not working (overseas currently). Just bought myself a FFRR - 2006MY 4.2 SC thats had a few mods (tasteful IMO). I will not get to drive it until the end of the month when back in the UK but in the mean time my brother says he will look after it.... so its certain to get a good run out.

Will post a couple of pics once i work out how

Steve

kevin,nubbin,martin and steve, welcome to the forum ...loads of info here and on the wiki.. ..

don't forget your 'fullfat.com' sticker.  ... - .- -.




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SteveF wrote:

Hi guys..and gals

I've been lurking around the forum for a few days now so thought it about time i introduced myself...

I'm Steve a Yorkshireman who spends his time mainly in the North East when not working (overseas currently). Just bought myself a FFRR - 2006MY 4.2 SC thats had a few mods (tasteful IMO). I will not get to drive it until the end of the month when back in the UK but in the mean time my brother says he will look after it.... so its certain to get a good run out.

Will post a couple of pics once i work out how

Steve

Where abouts in NE are you mate and what are your "tasteful mods!"
That way i may be able to keep an eye out for your brother thrashing the life out of it

cheers

Marc L405 4.4 SDV8 Santorini/Black VSE
L332 4.4 tdv8 stornoway/Ivory VSE gone
L332 3.6 tdv8 black/sand vogue gone
Mk 7 vw golf r black/black(swmbo)
Mini Cooper s grey gone (swmbo)
BMW e60 m5 black/black gone
BMW e46 m3 silver/black gone
BMW e39 525i m sport blue/sand gone
Vw mk 4 golf gti blue/black gone

stan wrote:

kevin,nubbin,martin and steve, welcome to the forum ...loads of info here and on the wiki.. ..

don't forget your 'fullfat.com' sticker.

Thanks for the welcome Stan....can you point me in the direction of info relating to posting pics please..

PS. 'fullfat.com' stickers ordered!

oops just realised i didnt say hi in the right section

So hi SC on its way in 8 sleeps  07MY SC VSE (on its way)

The list of previous cars is long & some are boring there has been two RRC's and a very pimped hilux

steve, how to post pics ,

http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic11594.html ... - .- -.




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Hi Marc.....Gateshead but the car will be in Sheffield until the end of the month.

Mods
Head lights 2010 Facelift L.E.D's
Rear lights 2012 Black L.E.D's
Overfinch side skirts
Overfinch Roof Spoiler
Overfinch 22's
Autobiography Grill

The car is Bonatti Grey with pretty well most of it colour coded...

Edit... put up a few pics in 'My Range Rover'

Yes looks good. I am in Sunderland but get around most of ne so may see you around if your brother lets you have it!! L405 4.4 SDV8 Santorini/Black VSE
L332 4.4 tdv8 stornoway/Ivory VSE gone
L332 3.6 tdv8 black/sand vogue gone
Mk 7 vw golf r black/black(swmbo)
Mini Cooper s grey gone (swmbo)
BMW e60 m5 black/black gone
BMW e46 m3 silver/black gone
BMW e39 525i m sport blue/sand gone
Vw mk 4 golf gti blue/black gone

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Long time lover of the P38 first time owner......have i dont the right thing lol.... My Range Rover does not leak oil ,,,it marks its Terratory..........