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Vehicle & Technical => Series Land Rovers => Topic started by: Nev on July 02, 2008, 16:01:50

Title: Rear shuddering
Post by: Nev on July 02, 2008, 16:01:50

Recently bought a series 3 lwb and starting to get her ready for MOT.  I have noticed a shuddering in the rear when i move off in 1st gear but once i get up to speed and change to second she is fine does anybody know what the problem might be

Title: Re: Rear shuddering
Post by: Rich_P on July 02, 2008, 16:14:19

Check the propshaft UJs and running gear mounts.  Depending on how long you slip the clutch in 1st, it may be the clutch also juddering.

Title: Re: Rear shuddering
Post by: Sankey on July 05, 2008, 16:58:14

Hiya
Had this once on a Series 3.Hand brake was snatching.Backed it of a couple of clicks and all was well.
Tel

Title: Re: Rear shuddering
Post by: Nev on July 07, 2008, 00:05:49

Found out that it was a missing bush on one of the rear leaf springs.  Been replaced now and everythnihg is fine.  Thank you both for your advice. :lol: