05/07/2026
Quite a rare car these days, MK1 discovery, this being a Lichfield 5.0V8, with a non conventional AC set up with centre console rear AC, leaking HP pipe, not helped by it's proximity to a very hot exhaust downpipe either, the system designer for some bizarre reason chose to split the system pipework using QC ( quick connect) fittings, these are normally found on machine cabs, the idea to enable the cab to be removed easily and retain the gas charge ( never happens as they leak but there we go) this presented a issue as no one stocks much in that type anymore but I was lucky to find one 90 degree for the leaking pipe to enable me to make a new hose up to give front AC operation, new filter drier and oil and the old system was back in operation after a few decades in storage... Lovely drive and brought back some memories of my old MK1 3.5 V8i I had 27 years ago...
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