Disco 2 TD5 new owner, problems

[Rooty]

Hi,

Had a Defender 200tdi and Disco V8 but have now moved on to a Disco 2 TD5.

Got a couple of problems that I could do with some help with..

Firstly, there is an almighty squeal/squeak/whistle from 2000rpm-3000rpm when accelerating hard. Forum searches have brought up anything from manifold warping to turbo failure. It’s pulling ok, feels down on power I suppose, but not greatly. So, is there a typical cause for this?

Secondly, the stereo is very quiet, almost like it will only go a third of the way to full volume.

Thirdly, got an oil leak. Going to have a good look tomorrow to see where it’s originating from, but would appreciate any ideas from experienced TD5 owners.

Also, can anyone recommend a reliable Landy specialist in Berkshire/Hampshire?

Cheers,

James

[g7jtk]

If it's down on power in could be the turbo/intercooler pipe starting to collapse inside

[g7jtk]

If it's down on power in could be the turbo/intercooler pipe starting to collapse inside

[wacbas]

First point..my money would be on a warped manifold - check all your manifold studs are there. No idea on the second. Third point depends where its dripping- I had a leak from the back of the rocker cover due to a poorly fitted gasket.

[camel_landy]

Power/whistle... I'd check the pipe work leading to the turbo for signs of failure.

Radio... It sounds like there's an amplifier failure somewhere.

Oil leak... Depends where it is!

M

[Rooty]

Cheers.

Going to have a look at the manifold today, see if I can see any missing studs

[xuy]

Exhaust Manifold as suggested.

Does you stereo have a power amp, could that be at fault. ( I really have not idea, just a thought!)

Old leak, it is part of the charm. Mine leaks from the steering box, and other places!

Join the d2boysclub, they have a Nanocom/hawkeye locator. Always useful to assist in fault diagnosis!

[xuy]

Exhaust Manifold as suggested.

Does you stereo have a power amp, could that be at fault. ( I really have not idea, just a thought!)

Old leak, it is part of the charm. Mine leaks from the steering box, and other places!

Join the d2boysclub, they have a Nanocom/hawkeye locator. Always useful to assist in fault diagnosis!

[Rooty]

It would appear it is the exhaust manifold. Had a good feel around this afternoon (good job my hands aren't huge)- the lower bolt nearer the bulkhead is missing and also the upper nearest the radiator is missing too. All the rest are intact.

My next question is, how much of a job is it to do myself? I'm not completely inept and have done plenty of work on my cars in the past. I've been quoted £300 all in to do the job at a LR independent specialist- that includes a ready skimmed manifold, removal of all bolts, helicoiling if necessary, new bolts, and re-fitting.

What do you think?

[Bill]

Have a word with JE Engineering about their updated gasket.