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  1. Satisfied client of my Kline exhaust. Please recommend a valve controller as well. I suppose they produce one, but I opted for Forza. I may be interested in the CF recommendations for the Gen 2.5.
  2. I am a law-abiding citizen; nonetheless, I am unaware of anybody who has been stopped or cited for lacking one.
  3. I would like to present a discovery. I primarily chose this option since the OEM front bracket detracts from my modified illuminated grille. While it lacks exceptional sturdiness, I completed a 1200-mile journey without any problems. Throughout the installation, I meticulously monitored the torque applied to the screws. Examine this!
  4. Typically, a clicking solenoid indicates insufficient strength to engage the starting gear with the flywheel. This also involves establishing a connection between the +12V cable from the battery and the starting motor. If the solenoid is malfunctioning, it may either be receiving insufficient electricity or be defective. If insufficient voltage is present, a problem exists inside the ignition system. Transition to the solenoid. Have you conducted a bench test on both the new and old starters to verify their functionality? The issue may lie in the flywheel, preventing the starter gear from engaging, hence inhibiting the high voltage in the starter from making contact. You may either hotwire the starter or remove it for bench testing.
  5. Thank you, AdventureSeeker. I'm not so angry anymore. I think that any splices or original connections in the drain tube(s) would be farther down if they haven't come loose right at the window. It would be great to know where they were. I don't have the original instructions for the 2010 frame, but I'm sure it's online somewhere. It looks like that long bend rod would be useful, unless you accidentally break a link.
  6. Thanks for responding to my angry rant. But I disagree with the idea that any car, not just RRs, can have leaks. In theory, it's possible, but I've had MANY cars with and without sunroofs, and NONE of them had a problem with water getting into the footwells. There's something about the way British designers think that makes leaking frames easy to make. And I DID look under the sunroof to see WHERE the drains were. I found one on the top of the driver-side front corner that was totally blocked. I'll try that drain with water later, when I can get someone to help me. But if it's jammed at the top, is it safe to think that the window well is overflowing and making its way down the A-pillar? How hard is it to take off the panels inside and find where that drain goes?
  7. The footwells on the driver's side of my RR Classic were always wet and now need to be replaced. I was SO hoping that all of those problems would go away with my 2010 L322, but here we are again with wet footwells on the driver's side after a heavy rain. What message did Land Rover miss that all the other car companies got about making cars that don't let water in? I think that the L322's sunroof drains to the back and down the rear walls, but I could be wrong. Where could the water in the footwell be coming from? Do the footwells have galvanizing, or can they rust through like my Classic? It doesn't look like the carpet is easy to pull back to look into.... It's not fun for me to worry about whether my footwells are flooded every time it rains. It takes away the fun of having such a nice car.
  8. Likely not a defective execution; they are a common failure associated with substandard German plastic. I have fabricated repair components that accommodate the screws and glide over the fractured stubs. I do a dry fit, followed by applying epoxy and pressing it down to the correct height.
  9. I would not pursue an AudiCare plan because of the vehicle's age. Select a Fidelity package and reach out to Trenton at Highline-Autos.com; he facilitated my acquisition of a Gold package for my 2012 vehicle and was excellent to collaborate with.
  10. Similarities to what I encountered. The sealant will only be effective for a limited duration. Based on my observation, it seems that the head/block is not particularly rigid compared to well-designed light-alloy Vee motors. That is the reason why the head gaskets fail readily when the defective cooling system design causes excessive stress initially.
  11. I have not personally tried the only one. It is possible to apply Kseal 'ultimate' even while there is still Glycol present in the system. It seems that the system functions more effectively when it is first flushed with a 'de-greaser' solution, rather than a strong alkali. Subsequently, it should be flushed with plain water, and this process should be repeated several times. The website link provided is for the product "K-Seal Ultimate" on the official K-Seal website. I used a pair of bottles on each occasion. Semiannually. The majority of other products, such as Barr's Leaks, that were formerly considered very beneficial for repairing leaky brass radiators, have little or no effect on aluminium heads and blocks. None of these solutions provide a permanent solution for the AJ 5.0l V8 engine. One of the main reasons for its limited lifespan is the poor design of its cooling system, which leads to repeated thermal failures similar to the first catastrophe that caused the head gasket to fail initially. If you attempt to use the sealant just for a brief period: - Initially, it is important to adhere to the directions provided by the manufacturers. Indeed. Subsequently: Run the engine with a header tank cap that is not pressurised, loosened, or drilled. Ensure that you have a minimum of 2 US gallons of water with a 30% glycol mixture for the summer, and for the winter season. Inspect the level and replenish as necessary each time you start the engine. Limit the maximum revolutions per minute (RPM) to prevent the water pump from malfunctioning at high RPM. Avoid using excessive force to achieve rapid acceleration or towing a trailer. Establish a Senior discount account with a reliable flat-bed recovery transporter. You may expect to use it for local errands for many years, and you will only need to flatbed it around once every eighteen months. We accomplished.... 🙂 If you have a sufficient level of like for it? Subsequently, you may allocate funds and arrange the motor for an extended duration. The Maserati brand is using a Ferrari V8 engine. The Aston-Martin V12 is equipped with a naturally aspirated engine. Is the Hatz Diesel engine air-cooled? The Lister-Petter Diesel engine is cooled using a liquid coolant. A large rubber band... Is Bugger interested in boiling water? Proceed with enthusiasm! https://www.carthrottle.com/news/pensioner-has-built-awesome-steam-powered-land-rover
  12. It extended the lifespan of the infamous early-years Cadillac "Northstar" cluster-freakshow shiny-wood V8 by a few years. === B) This one receives the most attention and reviews: https://steelseal.com/product/steel-seal-head-gasket-repair/
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