Oil change missed and engine ruined ? Land Rover Life... / S5-EP17

We own 2 and a half Land Rovers. Christian´s Range Rover L405 "Queen", my Discovery 3 and our new "Prince Mall-Crawl" Discovery 4 SDV6, which is in pieces right now because of a engine rebuild/repair. There are allways little things we need to do just to keep up with maintenance, small modifications and repairs.
In this episode, we:
- Install window rain guards
- Change oil on the LR3 and check for chips
- Replace window trims
- Modify the satnav screen
- Do lift maintenance
- Fix a wind noise on the Range Rover L405
- Explain a air intake design fault on the SDV8 L405 Range Rover
- Install a bonnet-latch switch to cure the alarm triggering
- Install all terrain tires
- Mount our LR4 chassis to a chart for manouvering
And more. Just a few tiny things...
Please remember, we are not liable for any harm you do to your car, your engine, your surroundings or yourself. Use the information given in this video at your own risk. Divorce cost / wrecking expenses are also not covered by us.
Check out these videos:
Two post lift install Part 1: • We Bought a 2-Post Car...
Two Post lift install Part 2: • Outdoor 2-Post Car Lif...
L405 intake system design fault fix: • Dumbest Land Rover Des...
Thanks for watching,
Vera & Christian
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[@_marcus_does_]

You have mastered English when you slip a" Buggered up" in casually. Another fantastic video guys 😊

[@JohnSmith-vi5pz]

And referring to people as 'dipsticks.' That must surely be something only Brits know?

[@samrodian919]

And Christian slipped in an "Oh fuck" as well !

[@JohnSmith-vi5pz]

I keep hoping Vera will say ''Gott im himmel'' for a change!

[@ianburit3705]

I should think Christian`s time spent on "NAM" no not viet but DAGENHAM tutored his English swear words Gord Bless Him Gov Onist.- LOL- Yes English words spoken by only those that know.

[@DiHandley]

I can’t believe that all the way over there you use the same . . . compliment “Dipstick” as we do in Australia! Excellent! 😂👍

[@Vera_and_Christian]

I think I learned this from you guys.

[@hansdenotter7376]

@@malcolmlane-ley2044maybe it doesn’t work over there but I’m sure everyone knows what you mean! Haha

[@A-world-of-My-Own]

And Buggered up, for not working. Truly an international language. For now!

[@minimeee04]

Its a UK saying mate we can't believe you Aussies use our sayings.

[@TheEulerID]

According to the OED, it's originally of American origin. It is very common in the UK and became especially popular early 1980s onwards as Del Boy, from the sitcom Only Fools and Horses adopted the word.

[@martynbush]

Loving your use of the word "buggered" Christian! You, sir, can now be an honorary Englishman. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@7mallorca]

My son is a Heavy goods engineer, and as meticulous as you, my wife and I are 81 and amazed by your Land Rover knowledge and great blogs. We have many hours of entertainment your wife adds to your blogs. Thank you

[@Vera_and_Christian]

Thanks 🙏

[@jester5ify]

For those of who drive on the correct side of the road.....That's the passenger door 🤣😂

[@MorningNapalm]

So the right side is the wrong side? :D I hope you see how silly that sounds :D I once looked up why the Brits and most of their former colonies and otherwise bullied countries drive on the left, and apparently this is so that when you draw your sword (as a right-handed knight), it is on the correct side for hitting people coming the other way on your right.

[@jester5ify]

@@MorningNapalm Everybody used to ride horses/wagons with oncoming strangers to their right. Then a midget came along and forced everybody to change sides. The British didn't bully anyone, get a life.

[@johnwillett4086]

and it;'s so annoying that my Disco4 has the bonnet release on the passenger's side and not on the driver's side - it took me ages to find the bonnet release!

[@johnshaw4140]

As I've siad to all my German friends , we have RIGHT hand drive so they must have WRONG hand drive

[@ianburit3705]

@@MorningNapalm LOL. Its a wonder Canada chose the wrong side to drive, but I guess its still due to Canadians building cars America wont but still buy them eh.

[@nprwikeepa6082]

"What can you do when youve got nothing to do" The most Land Rover sentence ever! Thanks again Christian and Vera

[@aussiebattler7789]

I was told by an old landrover mechanic never fix all of the small problems on your disco2 , they like to have a problem so if you leave one small problem that you can live with it is the only one you have for quite a while ,if you fix it it will develop another one straight away or even 2

[@shayne109]

ain't that the truth! and its seriousness is usually in proportion to how important the next trip is!!

[@fredbrackely]

LOL so true.

[@jamesrebbechi5247]

Dear Christian & Vera, coming up for the 320,000 km timing belt change shortly on my 2010 Disco 4 2.7 Just wish to say thank you - she seems to be much happier with the switch to Magnatech 5W 40 every 5000 kms. Fingers crossed I’m hoping to see 500km out this wonderful machine.

[@chithru2111]

I love the enthusiasm, "lets take the oil pan out. its just 6:30 in the morning". Gives me the motivation to get on with things I have put in the back burner for a long time. Sunday morning inspiration.

[@mattpepper1143]

I head from the UK to my house in Austria this coming Saturday.. If you can find a gen2 block in the UK I'm happy to drop it off..👍

[@deplorablebristolian]

I love Christian's plan to weld the block sometime in the future, it will make for very good content. Fixing the unfixable is the ultimate.

[@petert4393]

Thank you for planning to weld the old block - even if it is an offline attempt. Better to have tried and failed than not tried. I also think it showcases the skills of an artisan - and these craftsman are undervalued by our throw-away society (presently). You could always weld your signatures into it as well. That way, it isn't a repaired block - it is a "Signature LR Time Block"! Worth substantially more. Thanks for the great content and clear explanations.

[@nprwikeepa6082]

If this works bro gonna change the world

[@nelsyoung833]

Meticulous research done on how to solve wind noise on driver's window. Amazing! Another Sunday is complete. Thanks!

[@jimmcculloch3786]

Ahh, what Sundays are made for, Vera and Christian, and LR TIME :)

[@thomasassim-ita1787]

You know what I love about you two, the way you work British engineered vehicles as German engineers. Despite the differences you guys are able to blend the two that is British and German engineering together. Great work, great video ❤❤❤❤🎉

[@markbooysen9412]

You two are a laugh a minute😂 Love you work! Thanks for making my Sunday mornings enjoyable.

[@simon-mouse8739]

When you did the bonnet catch I assumed you either had the camera reversed or that German vehicles had the sensor catch on the opposite side😂it was only when you highlighted your mistake (or when Vera distracted you) that I laughed 👍🏻

[@ASMOX_]

The air intake trash bag blockage was also a problem on my 2017 Range Rover Sport. And the LR dealer has the same approach: guess the fault and change very expensive parts €€€. Fortunately I saw the LR Time video and cured the problem by taking out the trash. Brilliant channel!

To the block welding: my Father had a Polski Fiat 126 in the 80s which had a rod knocking a hole on the side of the block. He just glued a piece of sheet metal over the hole with 2K epoxy and used it for years without any issues :)

[@gazzafloss]

Yes, I've done a similar repair on a V6 Toyota engine. But no water jacket area was cracked or broken just the crankcase oil space. It's amazing that it is possible to still run an engine with such a "patch up".

[@ianmenai]

@@gazzafloss If it's hard to source a Gen2 short block in Germany, imagine what it is like in central Africa! Old Land Rovers and old Toyotas rule the roost in Africa for good reason!

[@gazzafloss]

@@ianmenai same here in Australia, many mechanic shops won't look at Land Rover stuff. Especially in those outback places, Toyota has a rep for reliability. Some say "if you want to go outback you could take a Land Rover, if you really want to get back you should take a Toyota."

[@johnnyknap]

Eyes down it’s LR time! Hooray Hoorah!

[@wezzla]

You guys inspired me to buy a L405 4.4 AB. My first long trip and baptism of fire will be next week, a 1000 km trip to Sweden, to attend my fathers funeral. It must not brake down on me. Not that trip.

[@bfons006]

Sorry for your loss. Hope you trip goes well and enjoy the L405, I. know I love mine!

[@DiHandley]

Sorry, last comment. A quick couple of tips. 1/ use motorcycle chain oil on your car lift chain. It’s very “sticky” compared to normal it won’t get washed off by water. 2/ regarding the bubbles in the drivers side door card, try cutting up some reflective adhesive tape roughly the same size as that end piece. If you can’t fix it then disguise it with another purpose - safety. That’s all.

[@davidstone1579]

Good idea, but so is calcium based (underwater grease) from a boat shop, it is not at all affected by water, used in stern tubes!

[@JohnSmith-vi5pz]

Chain saw chain oil would be even better I think

[@MrLjbikes]

Looking forward to the transfer case rebuild video 👍

[@stephengray7482]

Hi Christian and Vera thank you for another great video

[@tobykoppe4178]

Love your show and humor ( and I’m a Land Cruiser guy !) Toby from Cape Town

[@emmaley9837]

Very humorous video this morning, thank you

[@luisdiassilva]

Another hit. Thank you. And funny as always.

[@johnmorrissey3649]

Great video as usual.

[@alimechs]

Good update keep it up the good work 👍👍

[@paulstaton8267]

Brilliant content as always 👍

[@user-dc9yq8oq4g]

Hello Vera and Christian, as usual, enlightening and entertaining

[@JS-zi5gt]

Sunday morning isn't Sunday without you. Brilliant.

[@markfarr2514]

Thank you for another wonderful video, Sundays are all the better for it.😊

[@michaeldallimore8590]

Another entertaining and educational video. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. I always look forward to Sunday evenings!

[@russellandrews6203]

Brilliant as always your videos are on my not to be missed list , long may they continue 👍

[@alanadair2367]

Another excellent video I really enjoyed watching it thanks 👍

[@amazoniaamazonia7225]

Another interesting video especially the explanation regarding the engine block, thanks Guys.

[@lrcb40]

Thank you, Christian and Vera! I had a good laugh first thing this Sunday morning in Michigan!😂

[@anthonyfestoso5397]

Another great video!!! Keep it up 👍

[@tyrekycker]

I just love your videos!!!... so entertaining 🎉 Thank you 😊

[@davidsmith1066]

Christian love your knowledge and especially your humour keep up the brilliant work 😂😂👍❤️❤️ fantastic

[@themoshpitt]

Really must sort my bonnet catch. I have the replacement. Just not the inclination. Drives the neighbours mad! 😂 if it stops raining here in uk today, i might just do it. Thanks both for my Sunday fix!

[@Vera_and_Christian]

Same with our neighbors.

[@tunnel7]

Cheers guys loved it I always look forward to Sundays

[@virgilio1355]

Another great video.

[@dougwernham5209]

Very entertaining video thank you.

[@rittonhlt2924]

Merci infiniment pour toutes ces petites astuces 😅😊😊😊

[@willlowbridge350]

You’re both brilliant and together such a team. I am having an oil filter change in my Disco 4. first time with 5w-40 oil like you guys use and recommend. Plus a new fuel filter and water sensor. All done today by my independent garage. 👍

[@bfons006]

Which oil did you go with? I am trying to decide what oil to buy for my 2018 TD6 with DPF.

[@willlowbridge350]

@@bfons006 hello , Castrol magnatec 5W-40 C3. Got the car back feels good. But may be just in my mind🤞. Got to go back as the fuel filter with sensor was not in stock. So not had the bill but really pleased this has been done.

[@curiositylandrover]

I always giggle at your banter - good video and entertaining.

[@williamstoutjesdijk-ry2oz]

As always an enjoyable video…… 😃👍🏻

[@dariusdaniel6099]

Hi Vera and Cristian thank you for everything nice video As always. Thanks for the solution for the window noise As always. Thanks for the solution for the window noise. 🙏💯

[@discovery-on-the-island1079]

Hi Christian and Vera thanks for the video 👏

[@martindOO7]

Love you guys! Such a great channel.

[@ianwheat1577]

Must admit you always entertain me Just the best many thanks

[@Land_Raver]

Watched my weekly dose of LR time. You give me motivation to go work on mine proactively instead of reactively.

[@kildare1773]

You guys are brilliant

[@paulwalker427]

great video

[@philipway4443]

Another great video from you both,look forward to next week😆 .

[@OleSchjodtOsmo]

Great entertaining video 😊

[@mauritztoivonen1070]

Thank you.

[@treywilder8630]

Thank you Christian and Vera for another wonderful video! I love your miscellaneous videos and the "trash bag" video is one of my faves. I am also one of the many that is happy to hear you're going to try welding the engine block, just for fun. It will be really interesting to see the process and the final result, even if it's not meant for real use.

[@David-lb4te]

Excellent entertaining video guys.👍

[@garyfoster]

You two are worth your weight in gold ❤️❤️

[@anthonystevens403]

yes, Beautiful job again guys,

[@johnlydon533]

Great video guys. Enjoyed watching, it’s very informative and definitely entertaining 🤣🤣 👍🏼👍🏼

[@stephendawson9947]

great video again!

[@mdshovel]

Sunday underway from the best 🍵

[@terenceoconnor1584]

You two are a great couple.

[@samrodian919]

Hi Vera and Christian! My, my you did have plenty to do this week didn't you without touching the Disco4! On your explanation of why you were not going to ( seriously) attempt to weld the Gen 2 fractured block, I now fully understand your reasons for not doing it and support your decision! By all means down the line try to weld the 4 cracked or broken walls for as the Aussies say shits and giggles and we all will be interested in the results. I hope you soon manage to get hold of a decent Gen 2 block for your Disco4. Looking forward to see you both next week. Cheers from England!

[@petetheratman]

Guys brilliant video as a Land Rover owner we’ve always got something to do stuff we’ve bought and never get round to doing lol. I’m just clearing out my garage and putting on eBay stuff I’ve found for cars I no longer have and didn’t get round to fitting. Love the content keep them coming 👍

[@morgansteele3158]

I have just found your channel, I love it so funny. I have just bought a range rover and the air-conditioning needs gassing and there are bushes that need replacing........ in the first week 😂😂

[@swansong007]

Brilliant

[@bigdavesdiscovery3world414]

20:39 I have those too and they have been around most of Europe great addition! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@barrydavis1751]

You guys need your own tv show , brilliant 😁❤ Barry

[@hedydd2]

I’ve had General Grabber AT3 on my older Ford Ranger. They are not my favourite tyres, distinctly lacking in traction compared to current factory fit road biassed’ Goodyear Wrangler Territory HT [presumably meaning Highway Terrain]. I know this for certain because I purchased a new take-off set of wheels and tyres and fitted them to the old truck. I am a grassland farmer and the difference is pronounced and I was initially worried that the difference would be the other way around. They also have good rim guards, where the rubber protrudes well beyond the alloy rim, which prevents curbing.

[@jasontibbitts5231]

Cristian, on your nav display do the brightness fix and switch the fix with a relay connected to the cigar lighter lamp. This worked for me and then runs full brightness in the day and dim at night. In uk we don’t have to drive with lights on so may not be suitable for you guys. ❤ your vids.

[@MrRedfreds]

Love your videos.

[@henryfoster3212]

Always love y'all videos you keep us laughing and you keep everybody watching and entertaining thank you lR Time in good Sunday to all of y'all❤😂

[@user-lx6mf5rf7u]

just wanted to say great video - you manage to combine education and entertainment - job well done. I have been following your channel for some time and always enjoy watching all your videos. Thank you for taking the time and effort to do this as I appreciate you have day jobs as well. Sending much appreciation and admiration and smiles from UK - go team LR time

[@harveysmith100]

Even though I drive a Land Cruiser that never breaks down I always come to learn something new. The masking tape hinge trick to fit the rain guards was wonderful. I also love the way you sunk your two post lift down so you have no bump and I always wondered about the rubber cover you use. Pond liner. Genius.

[@fredbrackely]

But when your LC does break down (just give it time), you are going to shit yourself.

[@harveysmith100]

@@fredbrackely That was a bit un-called for. Of course Land Cruisers break down. It was said as a joke

[@Gstv76]

Hey I’m really glad you are going to try to weld it. No harm no foul if it doesn’t work! But it will be an awesome video!!!!!

[@danwaterloo3549]

I knew you had more maintenance on your land rovers, even though you were out of projects. Nice presentation. I’m getting ‘car lift envy’!😊

[@josteinatlejrgensen6962]

The "trash bag episode" is the best .

[@martvandenthillart9140]

Great tip to explain about the pond foil. I was wondering for a few months what that was once I saw it was there in all your episodes after the lift install. I guessed it was EPDM rubber, which I knew only as a roof covering, 1,2mm is common. Pond foil is also this EPDM, 1mm. By coincidence just yesterday I bought two large offcut pieces! They can now sit like a magic carpet under the car in my (driveway) work location. So any oil or fluid spill does not give me sudden heart attacks. Also the wind does not blow it away as it is slightly heavy. Yours is one of the best diy car channels, and also, keep the German humor coming!

[@MrLordingit]

I have the General Grabber AT3s on my Disco. I wanted BFGoodrich AT KO2s as I have on my Defender, but BF don't make 19 inch AT tyres. The BFs are tougher and better off road.

[@8151noname]

Wunderbar!

[@walshgavin8]

Absolutely love the videos and content, by far the best channel for factual information and a guilty pleasure of mine every sunday. Have been a life saver for me running my D3, you should have 10 times more subs..everyone i tell about your channel is seriously impressed with the content, facts and banter between yous.

[@steveone9375]

always great content and a bonus hack

[@nikatskhvediani6298]

No more Christian lecture speed-ups, we want to listen his wisdom! LR TIME the G.O.A.T!!

[@Jonwillsy]

Great video and content as ever guys. I am definitely changing to 5w-40 for my next oil change on my D4.

[@lincolnsampaiobr]

great video, and great explanation about the welding, after you explaining the costs and difficulties for buying a new one i really think that you was going to "that road" and in every video i learn something new and good, and i'm here in brazil with my toyota making some noises and looking for the cause, sadly without a lift, keep the good work :D

[@PeteHuntley]

Bliss, thank you.

[@TheDaf95xf]

Good evening Vera and Christian 😊 What a fantastic video filled with great humour thrown in 🤣 The Queen is looking good 👸 Christian 🤩 Big hug 🤗 Vera for such great content xx

[@ccconlan2670]

Hi christian and vera.great video this week.i love the dipstick joke.looking forward to the discovery 4 engine rebuild 😊😊😊

[@MacPoop]

Happy Sunday guys. Absolutely love how much you two love that old land rover! New cam looks great by the way. (sorry I didn't have any snarky comments this week 🤣😂)

[@benny353]

Christian's Ford jacket is apt -Fix Or Repair Daily 🤣

[@ianburit3705]

Life Is a real rainbow for Landrover Owners eh. - LOL. love your channel guys.

[@danhayes3546]

My Landrover alarm did the same I did a temporary repair with a paper clip around the electrical pins that was 8 years ago lol still working well

[@harryonfraggle]

It's better than watching a Landrover Master Tech (and helper)!!

[@marcprice1890]

What a wonderful couple and I love your videos, you bring light to the dark. C clamp, take a good look as it is known here in the UK as a 'G' clamp.

[@Vera_and_Christian]

👍👌we call it c clamp🙋‍♀️

[@macerwicker3102]

You guys crack me up. Not bad for not having much to do 😂 great hacks 👍