The questions from the nube begin...
1) I'm tired of charging my battery every time I want to start my new Rover. What size (Cold cranking amps) does land rover recommend for the 2.5 normally aspirated diesel? Plenty of room under the seat for any dimension battery, just need to know the power. The battery is currently held in place with a bungee cord. Is there any reason not to use just a universal battery hold down vs whatever land rover part is supposed to be there? I typically try to keep every thing OEM, but for something like this its tempting to run down to PEP boys and buy something.
2) Even with a good charge, the engine is hard to start. How do you know if the glow plugs need to be replaced? The glow plug indicator lamp is inoperative (Haven't checked the bulb/wiring yet), so I just turn key, wait 20-30 seconds and then crank. Even here in Texas where its 80-90 degrees, its hard to start.
1) I'm tired of charging my battery every time I want to start my new Rover. What size (Cold cranking amps) does land rover recommend for the 2.5 normally aspirated diesel? Plenty of room under the seat for any dimension battery, just need to know the power. The battery is currently held in place with a bungee cord. Is there any reason not to use just a universal battery hold down vs whatever land rover part is supposed to be there? I typically try to keep every thing OEM, but for something like this its tempting to run down to PEP boys and buy something.
2) Even with a good charge, the engine is hard to start. How do you know if the glow plugs need to be replaced? The glow plug indicator lamp is inoperative (Haven't checked the bulb/wiring yet), so I just turn key, wait 20-30 seconds and then crank. Even here in Texas where its 80-90 degrees, its hard to start.
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