By g4mudman - 14 Aug 2007
I'm sure someone on here will know the answer to this question, I've been looking to change my G4 D11 for a 2006 G4 Range Rover:w00t: alot of the advertised Range Rovers list as fitted a snorkel, in all the pictures I've seen of the 2003/2006 event Range Rovers a snorkel is nowhere to be seen? any ideas anyone:unsure:Cheers Alan
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By Peter Jarrett - 14 Aug 2007
As far as I know there weren't any Snorkel equipped Range Rovers on the event (certainly none in the photos thats for sure!) but all the Range Rover Sport models did have. I'm guessing that snorkels are harder to fit to the big rangie, whereas the Sport has the nice neat small air vent the same as the D3.Not to say someone hasn't fitted one after though! Have a look at the spec sheet: http://www.g4ownersclub.com/Resources/2006/SpecSheets/Range%20Rover%202006%20spec%20Sheet.PDF
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By g4mudman - 14 Aug 2007
Hi Peter,Thanks for that, I had already looked at the event pics in the link. Perhaps it's a typing error in the advert;)something I find easy to do. Cheers Alan
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By marco g4 - 14 Aug 2007
Ive got a 2006 ffrr g4 and it does not have a snorkle and ive seen three others and they didnt have one, so it must be i mistake.Mark g4 rr, v8 90, 80" trialer
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By g4mudman - 14 Aug 2007
Hi MarkThats what I was thinking after looking at the pictures. How do you rate your G4 RR against a G4 RRS or G4 D3. Is it worth the extra expense? also what mpg do you get RRS and D3 owners get fair mpg with the same engine. Cheers Alan
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By aedwar57 - 14 Aug 2007
original plan called for snorkels - but dropped before eventRegards, alan
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By TJ101 - 14 Aug 2007
Sorry Guys, but out of choice, and after a couple of non G4 FFRR Vogues, i would not buy another, IMO the sport is a better nailed together vehicle Gone for the door !!:hehe:
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By jeremy - 14 Aug 2007
TJ101 (8/14/2007)
Sorry Guys, but out of choice, and after a couple of non G4 FFRR Vogues, i would not buy another, IMO the sport is a better nailed together vehicle Gone for the door !!:hehe: Seriously?! Nah!! You got beat a S/C Vogue off road!! :P And back on topic, the design of the RR just doesnt lend itself to a snorkel sadly. From experiance though they can wade deep enough with out though
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By 110gary - 14 Aug 2007
After 7 years experience of working with the brand I'd have to say the RR has prooven to be a relitivley reliable car, probably more so than the D3 (no disrespect to any owners, after all they are our pride and joy!) paticularly the earlier ones. I started working in a dealer around the time of the new RR (L322) launch so have had the experience of them right up to now. The things that let them down the most is wear and tear on the interior (the more luxury the trim the less hard-wearing it seems to be), sueaky suspension bushes at the rear, radiator leaks and alternator faliure on the 4.4V8, and the font Diff faliure issue. IMO above all the RR is still and always will be "the daddy"! It handles as-well as a D3 if not slightly better as Air-Sus will lower the ride hight at higher speeds but neither are a match for the Sport! The biggest problem with the D3 id say is the wiring, the Sport is practically the same car underneath but never seems to suffer with the same problems due to the fact that there was no cost-cutting on the wiring harnesses at manufacturing unlike the D3. Things are getting better now though as naturally there are always issues with new models. If your about to buy one always check the park-distance and the cruise control on roadtest as these are both common to fail. As for mechanicals not alot seems to go wrong with the new AJV8 unit, maybe its just that they are not sold in such a high volume over here. Im not so keen on the electronic park brake but if they are maintained correctly they should not give any problems. Always ensure your dealer checks the adjustment at the time of service (particularly if you do any off-roading), it is included in the service but more often than not it seems to get over-looked. Incorrectly adjusted park brakes will eventually strip the linings from the shoes then worse still overheat and melt the actuator cables! Ok if your vehicles in warranty but expensive if it isnt. Premature warning signs of under-adjustment are a loud screeching noise at the rear from the handbrake actuator and sometimes the amber park brake warning light. Its difficult to choose between them but for best comfort and refinement RR, for best practicality and off-road ability D3 and for best driving dynamics Sport. At the end of the day you pays your money and makes your choices. Again I will say though that this is my own opinion after my own experiences, i dont want to disrespect anyones pride and joy.
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By 110gary - 14 Aug 2007
I aggree completely with Disco Dog, a raised air intake is primarily to aid filtration of dust not to greaten the wading depth. Even after adequate water-proofing of the intake system and with extended breathers fitted I would still not reccomend any prolonged wading in anything other than a Defender above the manufacturers maximum wading depth of 700mm (with suspension fully raised). Water will enter through the door seals and can cause potential damage as all the wiring is underfloor and many of the control units are housed under the front seats.
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By Baloo - 15 Aug 2007
I applaud Gary and Disco's comments.It is NOT a snorkle it is a RAISED AIR INTAKE designed to let the engine breathe cleaner air in dusty conditions. Ignore the maximum depth warnings at your peril. We ALL know Land Rovers will if used correctly drive through deep water but remember it is not just keeping it out of the engine that is important. There are a multitude of electrics you need to worry about. ESPECIALLY the 100, ECU in seat box and potentiometer for accelerator to mention two of them. As a rough guide use the top of the wheel rim as a guestimate for SAFE water depth.
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By marco g4 - 15 Aug 2007
hi mudman I got the ffrr because i just always wanted one and that when i go out with friends the back seat is much bigger. The mpg around town 18 and on the motorway 70-80 does 21-23mpg which i think is slightly better than a d3. personaly this is the first v8 ive had after a p38 rr and a 110 300tdi. and its doing the same mpg as the p38 diesel auto did so im quite pleased. And its got other bits, that i dont know if the others have like reversing camera and venture cam. with the g4 ffrr being of vogue spec they seem quite good value. The only problem ive had was the back suspension bushes which was done under waranty a month after i got the car. Mark, ffrr g4, 90 v8, 80" trialer
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By TJ101 - 16 Aug 2007
Disco Dog (8/15/2007)
Have had mine with the water over the bonnet. How daring am I?????Very :w00t:
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