Thread: Buying a high km TDI 300

The 300 TDi can last a long time if well maintained.....
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and if it doesn't last as long as that you have the opportunity of installing a 4BD1 which we know will last another million miles

Originally Posted by Floydo

Hi
Can't get this defender thing out of my system till I own one.
Looking at a couple on Gumtree. Green 110 wagon, Red 110 hard top and a 130 single cab.
What would need to be done to make these vehicles reliable for a desert crossing.
Or is it just asking for trouble and high costs to repair and set up.
What to look for. Where to start to get it reliable. What needs to be done to set it for the out back.
Thanks gurus for the help.

I think this unit would be great value and in great condition if it comes with the army service book validating its kms.

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/fortitude-valley/cars-vans-utes/perentie/1204987934 I drive a Perentie

Cheers, Brian

My 300tdi has 465,000klms only issue i have is the oil pressure isn't great 8psi at hot idle and about 30psi at 2500rpm. Cold is ok usually 40psi on cold start and will hang there until 80 degrees coolant temp. Other than been reliable engine.

Originally Posted by Pub247

My 300tdi has 465,000klms only issue i have is the oil pressure isn't great 8psi at hot idle and about 30psi at 2500rpm. Cold is ok usually 40psi on cold start and will hang there until 80 degrees coolant temp. Other than been reliable engine.

Have you replaced the Big ends?

I have new bearings and oil pump gears but haven't put them in yet...