| Author |
Message |
 Overheating sound? |
rsms
 21st Jun 2025 1:50pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 4 · Views: 383 · Subject: Overheating sound? |
Very good tips! Will check "heat print" with IR thermometer and if all the manifold studs are there and not loose.
The centrifugal filter spinning-down sound can also be heard but the new ... |
| Overheating sound? |
rsms
20th Jun 2025 7:47am
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 4 · Views: 383 · Subject: Overheating sound? |
Hello,
I recently noticed that my Defender (TD5 2002) has developed a new sound. When I switch off the engine after I have finished driving, there is a sound from the engine compartment that is sim ... |
| Overhauling the starter solenoid |
rsms
25th Apr 2024 1:53pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 12 · Views: 4224 · Subject: Starter motor gears grease |
Hello,
I am in a process of replacing starter solenoid in my TD5 and this would be the right time to re-grease the gearing part of a starter.
Looking for some advice on what grease would be sui ... |
| Battery issues I think... |
rsms
9th Apr 2024 5:33pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 6 · Views: 2041 · Subject: Starter repair kits |
A famous "click" has finaly come to visit me... 
Is there any difference between various starter repair kits available (DA5240, Red Bison, X8R,...)?
Thanks! |
| TD5 battery spec |
rsms
16th Nov 2023 11:55am
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 12 · Views: 8475 · Subject: TD5 battery spec |
Time for a new battery in my 110 TD5.
I think a factory recommended battery is 110 Ah, CCA 800A.
Is Varta Silver Dynamic H3 (100 Ah, CCA 830A) a good choice? I would go for Varta Silver Dynamic ... |
| Pop rivets - Rear cappings |
rsms
14th Dec 2022 6:54pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 8 · Views: 6336 · Subject: Pop rivets - Rear cappings |
Hello good people,
I am reviving this old thread as I am still confused regarding side body pannel rivets. I have bought both 78248G and RU612373L type rivets for my 2002 TD5 and they just look the ... |
| Eight spoke enigma |
rsms
2nd Mar 2022 9:37pm
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Forum: Wheels & Tyres · Replies: 0 · Views: 1103 · Subject: Eight spoke enigma |
Hello,
I am looking to get a new set of steel wheels for my summer tires: 16x7 eight spoke, white ones with red and blue stripes. I see there are a few different brands available:
DA3187 - Britp ... |
| Alternative EMS |
rsms
1st Jul 2021 10:21pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 3193 · Subject: Alternative EMS |
Here are some more installation details.
Engine temp sensor location - I choose a bolt near original coolant temp sensor. I have not done any long trips yet but the gauge shows arround 83 - 85 degr ... |
| Alternative EMS |
rsms
19th Jun 2021 1:35pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 3193 · Subject: Alternative EMS |
I just want to share my experience with engine monitoring system I have installed recently.
I wanted to monitor "vital signs" of my Defender TD5 (coolant temp and level, EGT temp, oil pre ... |
| [Wanted] Madman EMS2 |
rsms
13th Apr 2021 10:27pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 0 · Views: 456 · Subject: [Wanted] Madman EMS2 |
Hello,
I am looking to get engine monitoring system for my TD5. I know there is already EMS3 out, but I will be happy with EMS2. If anyone is looking to upgrade to EMS3 or is tired of his EMS2, let ... |
| Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
rsms
13th Mar 2021 3:36pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 2665 · Subject: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
Thank you, that seems reasonable. Looking at my bolts they are 1/2" UNF.
I have just found these values for 2007 models & up: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis 123 Nm (91 lbf∙ft). ... |
| Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
rsms
12th Mar 2021 7:02pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 2 · Views: 2665 · Subject: Panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis torque |
| Hello, I am re-installing steering guard after getting it sand blasted & powder coated. I cannot find torque settings for 2 bolts that connects panhard rod chassis bracket to chassis - these two b ... |
| Water pump leak |
rsms
21st Feb 2021 12:57pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 3 · Views: 2079 · Subject: Water pump leak |
I made some additional pictures today:
Under the car:
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/14229/normal_Water%20pump%20A.jpg
https://www.defender2.net/gallery/albums/userpics/14229 ... |
| Water pump leak |
rsms
20th Feb 2021 11:19pm
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Forum: Td5 · Replies: 3 · Views: 2079 · Subject: Water pump leak |
Hello,
I discovered these while investigating coolant level drop (have to add app. 4 dcl of cooling liquid after cca. 8.000 km). It looks like coolant leaks through the hole in water pump housing:
... |
| Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
rsms
3rd Oct 2020 7:35pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 54 · Views: 132887 · Subject: Front Shock Absorber Replacement |
Just a quick follow up - as the hole above wheelarch was too narrow to remove turret with suspension from the above I did the following:
- remove plastic cap above turret;
- unscrew bottom nut;
- ... |
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