Thread: 300tdi defender towing woes...

I thought I'd just post a closing update. I had the valves and lash caps and clearances checked by British Offroad - all were spot on! Not sure why they were so loose at Theodore?

Also had the pump and boost checked. These were down a bit and tweaked up, and the timing advanced. This brought the boost back to 16psi. After this I can honestly say it is so much better to tow with. I've largely stuck to 4th gear since and she sounds more compliant and willing at near 80km/h. Plenty more pull up hills too, and no noticeable smoke either.

Anyways, it's easier going now. Thanks again for the help!

Joshua.

check to see if the accelerator cable hasn't backed of at the injector pump end. The lever arm should be against the screw stop at full opening. I was down on power with my tdi300 and that was the issue - also, make sure your floor mats etc are allowing full opening.

I tow a big caravan and carry all my gear (my van is my home) and do better than what you are indicating - but another 20kw would be good. I also don't have the air-cond on when going gets hard.

Hope this is the problem - easy fix.

hi there as far as towing in 4th goes we pulled a coromol wind up off roader plus work tools for about 2 years and 35,000ks sitting on 90kmh.
in fifth on a straight no headwind 100kmh no worries just be sure you drop back to 4th before labouring the engine and box.
I know it sounds a bit slow but 90kmh in 4th is the go cheers temp never went above 85c cheers

Originally Posted by tonic

if it is a fullu baffled original unit on yours it could be choking up a bit by now.

The last 3 300tdi Def mufflers I have taken off have been non baffled, straight thru absorption type.

Terry