Just had Bodsy complete Megaflush, just preventative maintenance, but the difference is amazing. Car touching 100k so wanted it done. Thought the gear changes were smooth before, but now unnoticeable, always seems now in the correct gear also. Has also improved throttle response, being obviously due to being in the correct gear.

Great service from a great guy.

he has a great reputation and knows his stuff ...  ... - .- -.




Y. O. L. O.
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I tried ringing him in September but no joy. He must be a busy man.

Will try again after Christmas…. Got MOT first 🤣.

 2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

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1992 BMW M5 3.8
1988 BMW 735i SE
1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 2.9i
1981 Ford Fiesta Supersport

Yep! He's a top chap and preventative maintenance on a gearbox is always a good thing 👌
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Just the gearbox, diffs and transfer box done earlier this year.

Ive heard that you cannot mega flush the 8 speed gearbox due to the thermostat. Is this a fact ?

Andy 2011 4.4 TDV8
2000 4.6 P38
1998 D1 300tdi

I understand that’s not a problem when I did my research, though did read it like you did. I think the issue is the 4 odd hours wait for it to cool down so you can check the level again. Might be wrong - never done it. So I’m guessing mobile folk disappear off and do other oil changes, and then come back later…..

 2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

Previous cars :
2003 Range Rover Vogue TD6
1999 Discovery Td5 ES
1995 BMW M5 3.8 6 speed
1992 Range Rover 3.9 Efi Vogue
1992 BMW M5 3.8
1988 BMW 735i SE
1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 2.9i
1981 Ford Fiesta Supersport

I've seen a video of him doing it and he puts a big cooling fan under the gearbox to help cool it. Don't know how long it takes to cool it though.

I guess it’s no real difference from doing a change re the stat. Warm it to a point, stat will open, let it cool, check the levels… seemed pretty easy when I did my 4.4. There is nothing that can't be fixed with a hammer😜😜
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Hi All,

If I can just say to clarify, I’m not disrespecting the original poster, infact I’m really kean to get a mega flush done to my 2011 TDV8.

I have a quote here from another company that does mega flush “ing?”

“No, it is not possible to mega flush the 8-speed gearboxes.
We have heard that some are doing them but in reality, because these gearboxes have a thermostat that does not allow the ATF fluid to flow, you end up only changing the fluid in the cooler and pipes and not the actual gearbox.
I am researching it, but as of yet there is no easy way of getting around the thermostat problem.”

This was in 2017 so maybe things have moved on since then….

Happy so say where I got the quote from via DM but am not trying to make mischief or cause problems.

I’m going to talk to my local independent on Monday to see if they offer this service and their thoughts on the process.
I’m overseas working at the mo so time shift and work schedules make calling home a bit difficult.. 2011 4.4 TDV8
2000 4.6 P38
1998 D1 300tdi

Have a look at Sam's Motor and Machine on YouTube.

Bodsy did his and warmed things up, cooled things down, etc. The guy clearly knows what he is doing so whoever told you otherwise perhaps isn't quite as knowledgeable as they're making out. 2011 4.4 TDV8 Vogue SE - 'Black Betty'
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Could you send me a link or contact details for Bodsy ?[/b] 2011 4.4 TDV8
2000 4.6 P38
1998 D1 300tdi

Has anyone previously done their own fluid change, then had Bodsy do a mega flush and noticed any difference after he has done it?

ian@updatesbybodsy.co.uk

Best to email him to get price and availability

Thanks for the contact info, have just emailed him… 2011 4.4 TDV8
2000 4.6 P38
1998 D1 300tdi