2011 LR4 HSE Build and Service
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Victory_Overland
Explorer
Nice build, always great seeing the LR3 and LR4 builds still taking place. Can’t beat the comfort of these vehicles to and from the trail and to be honest, they knock it out of the park on the trails compared to any other stock overlander.
mmbirtcher
Observer
thanks, I’ve checked out your build over the years.
mmbirtcher
Observer
I ordered the Melvill & Moon canvas seat covers and installed them about a month ago. Really high quality. I had considered the other two high - quality covers from the US, but I really wanted a breathable natural canvas material. I think pricing was similar although turn around time was about 6 weeks. I’m expecting they’ll be a little more comfortable than the leather in the hot summer months. Love how they look!
mmbirtcher
Observer
I recently had the rover into the shop for a valve cover leak and ongoing check engine light due to emissions. They determined the PCV valve was bad and since the R cover was leaking, I agreed to have them swap out the covers. After looking into doing these myself, I determined that it was a bit too much for me to manage. They did the work, then two days later did an inspection for me only to discover that the drivers cover was leaking again but worse. Fast forward a few weeks, they have replaced the new cover on the drivers side two more times (it’s good now) and the passenger side once more. This is a good shop that does these regularly and found some manufacturing defect issues with the covers that weren’t really noticeable Unless you looked for it. in this case it really paid off literally to have them do the work as all the follow up replacements were free.
So! Watch out for bad valve covers out there if you get any. It seems there is a whole lot that have problems.
And totally unrelated - here’s a few pics from our September Colorado trip.
National Grasslands in KS - real hidden treasure.
Near Alma. Oliver Twist Lake at just over 12,000.
Oliver Twist
San Isabel NF dispersed camping near Clear Creek.
So! Watch out for bad valve covers out there if you get any. It seems there is a whole lot that have problems.
And totally unrelated - here’s a few pics from our September Colorado trip.
National Grasslands in KS - real hidden treasure.
Near Alma. Oliver Twist Lake at just over 12,000.
Oliver Twist
San Isabel NF dispersed camping near Clear Creek.
mmbirtcher
Observer
Next up on the maintenance / repair schedule - replace drivers side exhaust manifold gasket (I’ll let the shop do this as it looks like a tough job and I don’t have the time to do it). Hopefully this will cure the ever present check engine light for good. As a side note, I don’t know if the manifolds are a common issue with these but my Rover started its life in Cincinnati which can be a bit rough on cars in the winter due to salt use.
And. The front lower control arms (bushings) are due. Noticeable “clunk” on speed bumps. Occasional suspension fault (all original air system). I’m considering the RRS control arms which are reportedly “heavier duty”? As the air suspension is all original I may just swap out the whole system with the replacement one from Lucky8. I’m sure the bags will be due soon too.
Still cheaper than a car payment for new car. I think?
And. The front lower control arms (bushings) are due. Noticeable “clunk” on speed bumps. Occasional suspension fault (all original air system). I’m considering the RRS control arms which are reportedly “heavier duty”? As the air suspension is all original I may just swap out the whole system with the replacement one from Lucky8. I’m sure the bags will be due soon too.
Still cheaper than a car payment for new car. I think?
mmbirtcher
Observer
This might be my favorite modification I’ve ever done. It’s great to keep some water chilled for long drives. Or keep a pint cool on the way to a destination. Cheap too, easily found on eBay for about $200. Plug and play.
Waoh...how can I unsee that?! Nice rig there
DC DII
Member
We own a 08 LR3/Discovery 3 and were wondering how you like these seat covers -fit, feel, etc...
We have a set of another brand that are of the same material and have finally worn out. Happy to find your post.
Thanks!
Erik
Did you just wire them the funds? Any complications? Looks like you did not do the 7 rear most jump seats, is that right? Any pictures of the rear covers?
mmbirtcher
Observer
Love the seat covers so far. The safari look, the natural cotton canvas. Time will tell how they feel in the hot St. Louis summer. I miss the perforated leather from my 2004 D2. Fit was great and tight also. Lots of very useful pockets with heavy duty zippers.
mmbirtcher
Observer
mmbirtcher
Observer
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Sold - 2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE $15,000
2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE 120,000 miles $15k Located in Ballwin Missouri (St. Louis area). For sale. Fully maintained and in excellent condition. Used as daily driver and on some longer dirt road overland trips to MT, WY, CO, and other places. Never off-roaded “hard”. Impanema Sand color with...
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@gabrielef said it all!For Sale!
Sold - 2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE $15,000
2011 Land Rover LR4 HSE 120,000 miles $15k Located in Ballwin Missouri (St. Louis area). For sale. Fully maintained and in excellent condition. Used as daily driver and on some longer dirt road overland trips to MT, WY, CO, and other places. Never off-roaded “hard”. Impanema Sand color with...
You got a great well loved LR4 and patience will be your best friend. Just ignore the bad apples trying to mess with you. GLWTS!!