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  1. R_Lefebvre

    D2 Front Hub Replacement?

    Just want to get the net wisdom on replacing the front wheel hub/bearing on a D2. The Rave describes removing the hub in assembly with the axle shaft. Then pressing the axle out of the hub with a press. Replace the oil seal in the axle shaft. Reinstall the axle into housing and then the hub...
  2. R_Lefebvre

    P1612, P0741, P0705

    Ok, this one is complicated. Last summer I got some water in my trans some how, not quite sure, I was in deep water but not as high as the transmission vent. Axles and TC fluids were fine. Anyway, it was in the trans. The oil looked pretty bad, not just like strawberry milk, but actually...
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    BCU 73000012/A belong on a D2?

    I always have my eyes out for spare computers for my D2, and I ran across this locally. Anybody know if it is for a D2? I have tried searching here and Google. Nothing shows up here, and Google led to some indication it is for a D2. I think I have also read that the BCU is "married" to the...
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    3.5 Amigos? In the rain.

    I've read lots on the 3 Amigos, but haven't seen anything about my particular situation. Generally, I've been Amigo free for the past ~2 years. I had a couple times I think in a parking lot, turning while rolling slowly and apply the brakes lightly, the ABS came on for no reason, then all the...
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    Torque Converter Won't Lock up in -20 Weather

    We had a cold snap last week with temps into the -20's (when it's that cold, it doesn't matter if it's F or C ;) ) Since my office is less than a 1/8th mile from the highway, I ended up getting up to speed while the engine/trans is still quite cold. I noticed a couple times that it seemed like...
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    Question about welding on diff guard

    I've got at QT front diff guard with the two little tabs to weld on. Just wondering if anybody has any advice on how to do this. The OCD engineer in me wants to remove the axle, drain the fluid, grind off the paint, turn the weld horizontal, and do a nice TIG weld. :smilelol: Should the...
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    It appears ARB has fixed the bumper "tipping" issue?

    I got a new "fresh off the boat" ARB bumper for my 04 last weekend (yeah yeah, whatever) and I have been installing it slowly over the past week. I noticed what appears to be a significant difference between it, and the photos I've seen of other ARB installs. I have photos I'll post up later...
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    Center Caps Necessary?

    Seems like these center caps on my alloys don't like to stay on very well. I've already lost one, and then another just fell off in my driveway today?:banghead: Are they really needed, or can you just run without them? On some cars, they are important to keep water/dirt out of the wheel...
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    Sunroof leak, not the tubes?

    I've read through everything I could, searched, but haven't found the answer yet. Nothing has addressed my problem, which doesn't appear to be the drain tubes. Ok, I bought this 04 SE a few months ago, and while installing radio stuff, I found the carpet was soaked and the floor is rusty. I...
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    D2 Stock Spring Rates?

    Searched, couldn't find it. Anybody know what the stock spring rate is on a D2? Length too would be great. Just curious... Trying to figure out what springs to get for my truck. The goal is support a winch bumper and cargo loads, while not lifting the truck much. I'd like to only raise it...
  11. R_Lefebvre

    What makes the RTE mounting fundamentally better than the ARB?

    I just want to preface this discussion by stating my understanding of the "tweaking" issue of the ARB bumpers has a lot more to do with the bumper mountings slipping on the frame horns than it is to do with the crush cans actually tweaking. That's what I've read elsewhere, if somebody has...
  12. R_Lefebvre

    Tabor line to be discontinued

    I just heard from somebody in the know, that Warn will be or already has discontinued the Tabor line. All that's left is what's on the shelves right now. Just thought to let y'all know since some here like them because of they're good value.
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    Repairing bad windshield install

    When I bought my truck, I was suspicious from the condition of the rubber windshield seals that the windshield had been replaced, and with poor workmanship. Later I discovered the carpet was soaked, and suspected that was the cause. Then I got a wet headliner when it rained. So I took the...
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    Dimensions of front fame ends?

    I'm starting to think more and more about just fabbing up my own front bumper because none of the ones on the market really do everything I want. I haven't taken the front bumper off yet to have a look, but I'm just wondering what the dimenions are on the front of the frame? Do they...
  15. R_Lefebvre

    Secondary Air Ectomy?

    My truck has the secondary air injection pump and I am thinking about getting rid of it. I know I'll have to yank it to do plug wires anyway, so why bother putting it all back on? It'll also clean up underhood and get rid of some complexity. I'm curious if it needs to be "turned off" in the...
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    Cooper Discoverer S/T-C Report

    I pulled the trigger on some 245/75/16 Cooper Discoverer S/T this morning. At least, that's what I thought I was getting. Turns out they gave me the S/T-C which is a special chip and cut resistant compound. They're supposed to be about $50 more each... I'm not sure if they goofed, or just...
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    Value of stock front bumper?

    I was advised to sell my stock front bumper and get a steel bumper, before I trash it the stock one. Just curious, how much is a stock front bumper worth in good condition? Also wondering, how hard is it to install a steel front bumper? Could it be done with minimal tools in... a parking lot...
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    Epsom Green 04 DII Bumper F/S

    I would be willing to sell my stock front bumper if somebody is looking for one. It currently is on my truck, but I'm looking to upgrade to a steel bumper. It's in perfect shape, nothing wrong with it, I just want to put on a winchmount bumper. If anybody is interested, please email or PM me...
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    Buying new tires, 4 A/T's and 1 MT as spare?

    Ok, so I'm about to trade somebody my 18" wheels with tires for his 16" wheels +$600 cash. I intend to buy 245/75/16's for my road tires. These are intended for daily driving, trips, overlanding kinda stuff. I'm siding on the Kumho KL78 because they're cheap ($86) and I have had really good...
  20. R_Lefebvre

    Genuine LR D2 Trailer Wiring Harness

    Removed from my truck last week. A genuine Discovery 2 trailer wiring converter. Plugs right into the factory harness, no splicing or soldering required. Includes 7 pin Hella socket. Does not include 4 pin converter. $60 + Shipping. Located in Ontario, Canada.