Thread: want a faster fender

I have an idea that Discoverys have a higher high range, and the gear set should be easily swapped. I am sure someone will confirm this.

Just as a query, I see you have a NSW address - where in NSW can you legally travel at 130kph?

John

i'm sure NSW people do venture over to the dark side occasionally.....
I was only in a 130 speed zone 3 weeks ago

Originally Posted by lnd130

how do i get the 130 tdi to cruise at 130km without huge revs options ive thought of include electric overdrive,bigger intercooler, change diff centres but that will change low range, 4.6lt rangie motor and their goes the economy dont want a race car just want to poke along at a decent speed without huge rpms............help

You can change hi range without changing low - John is right the Disco has a slightly higher range. GKN make a nice overdrive although about 3 grands worth.

Not sure what your after though, more grunt or higher top speed - even a relatively gutless engine can get to 130 with the right gearing.

You can certainly "work" the tdi to get more out of it.. How much do you want to spend?

4.6
Supercharger
exhaust
nitro??

What about slightly bigger tyres? Reasonably cheap, but might knacker your 1st gear take off acceleration (what little there is )

LT230 ratios here Land Rover Gear FAQ
Bear in mind you'll need to match the gear width (27mm early, 32mm late) and which type spline for the engagement dogs. (early are wide, late narrow)

more grunt and more speed i,m a greedy boy its not that i drive above the speed limit all the time but its nice to have the ability to when youve got alot of ground to cover

GKN no longer make the overdrive due to too many failures, I was looking at this a few weeks ago.
Another option is to put in Disco high range gears only. Ashcroft UK make a set for this purpose at about $500 AUD delivered. I am considering going down this route as I reckon I will need a new clutch anyway in the next 18 months or so. Not sure if it is possible to just use a set out of a Disco R380 or not????
Taller tyres may also help.
The only problem with this is 1st gear high range will be taller and may take a bit of getting used to taking off.
Inter cooler and chip wil give the most benefit.
Also removing the centre muffler and putting in a straight through piece will help the turbo spool up quicker.
CraigE

Originally Posted by CraigE

GKN no longer make the overdrive due to too many failures, I was looking at this a few weeks ago.
Another option is to put in Disco high range gears only. Ashcroft UK make a set for this purpose at about $500 AUD delivered. I am considering going down this route as I reckon I will need a new clutch anyway in the next 18 months or so. Not sure if it is possible to just use a set out of a Disco R380 or not????Taller tyres may also help.
The only problem with this is 1st gear high range will be taller and may take a bit of getting used to taking off.
Inter cooler and chip wil give the most benefit.
Also removing the centre muffler and putting in a straight through piece will help the turbo spool up quicker.
CraigE

The taller disco gears are in the transfer case (LT230)