Thread: 300tdi to 4.4 rover v8

Hi, so far so good. Most of you people were right being my R380 gearbox would not do the job. After taking the Tdi engine and gearbox out, it was discovered that my existing gearbox would not fit and was a bit near it's lifetime limit after 260 000 km's. Landyonline workshop got me a recon Discovery V8 gearbox, clutch and bellhousing to fit the Rover V8. Otherwise there seems not be any other problems as Landyonline are using stock V8 Discovery parts (air filter, power steering, altenator, radiator, etc.) They are trying to get my original aircon pump to fit.

Luckily the Rover engine came complete with the starter already fitted. We actually connected only a battery, starter switch and some fuel and started the engine first time.

I am fitting the EMS2 (engine monitoring system). It measures exaust gas temperature, oil pressure, water temperature, coolant levels, and other gadgets like body angles etc.

Also I will have the MUD dash console and Mud floor console fitted.

See Land Rover News in Africa - LandyOnline for links to the EMS2 and MUD consoles.

More unconfirmed data about the engine:

It was a 4.4 Leyland P76 engine witch the Aussie owner rebored to a 4.6 and he intended to use the engine for channel boat racing before it found it's way to South Africa and then to me. I would actually love to have it Dyno tested to see the power outputs.

I think my biggest concern now will be to keep the drive shafts intact, but any more comments and advise will be much appreciated.

Thank you.

http://www.aulro.com/app/showgallery...0/ppuser/22267

Oh, I forget, what the hell happened to Aussie sport with the Super 14 rugby and the Pro 20 cricket?

Can I give you some advice,service and inspect you vehicle or you new V8 will go the way of your Tdi's.The V8 will die quicker without coolant and will be a total loss.You are spending a fortune because of a $50 radiator hose. Pat

Thats a pretty nifty guage for $A 225.00
I've just bookmarked that page....

EMS2 - Engine Monitor
[EMS2]

R1454.18


Click to enlarge The EMS 1 Multi Gauge Instrument can be configured to measure and monitor all of the following simultaneously and is suitable for automotive, plant and stationary engines both petrol and diesel: 1. EGT 2. Coolant Temperature 3. Oil Temperature 4. Oil/Boost/Fuel/Aux Pressure 5. Oil Pressure Switch 6. Water Level with adjustable sensitivity The above readings can all have individual alarm set points with max and min values. Furthermore the multi gauge has 7. 2 types of inclinometers 8. Engine running hours with selectable “service engine reminder” alarm 9. Battery Voltage Besides these fantastic features the multi gauge also has: * Green backlit display * Ability to record all maximum values until reset * Voltage reversal and over voltage protection * Built in audible alarm * Built in Visual alarm * External relay output drive to cut the engine or for other uses * Easy to use menu system * The ability to calibrate your own sensors * The ability to set the multi gauge to page through your choice of displays at preset intervals or to display one feature only * The ability to disable any function/s if they are not required * A 10 to 30 Volts DC working range Current version is EMS2 v1.07 Remember, you can order a long EMS harnass to ease installation (EMSHL)
For more information, please visit this products webpage.

All so far so good. Landyonline is almost finish with this project. Brian seems to be very happy with the new power, etc.

Landy went for an exhaust system this morning. Some questions again :

1. Single pipe or double pipe.
2. The exhaust manifolds on the V8 engine is cracked. What is the advantages of "branches" made up?

I was quoted R 6000,00 today for "branches", 63mm stainless steel singe pipe system with two silencers. "free flow" system. Any comments and your thoughts on this will be appreciated.

Thanks.

Sorry for taking so long to answer, I was enjoying the Landy to much during summer, lol
Well, this is the end result :

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[QUOTE=DeeJay;998680]Thats a pretty nifty guage for $A 225.00
I've just bookmarked that page....

EMS2 - Engine Monitor
[EMS2]

R1454.18

Fitted the Engine Monitor System. It is working great and set the mind to ease. Could have saved 2 Tdi engines and a darn lot of money if I fitted it beforehand.

Fortunately my Mercedes Benz have a sufficient engine monitoring system, but I would recommend this system for any vehicle.

Thats a neat setup.I had a 4.4 a few years ago that I was going to fit into a series 2a but never got around to it.Do you have LPG in SA?. Pat

Originally Posted by DeeJay

Thats a pretty nifty guage for $A 225.00
I've just bookmarked that page....

EMS2 - Engine Monitor
[EMS2]

R1454.18


Click to enlarge The EMS 1 Multi Gauge Instrument can be configured to measure and monitor all of the following simultaneously and is suitable for automotive, plant and stationary engines both petrol and diesel: 1. EGT 2. Coolant Temperature 3. Oil Temperature 4. Oil/Boost/Fuel/Aux Pressure 5. Oil Pressure Switch 6. Water Level with adjustable sensitivity The above readings can all have individual alarm set points with max and min values. Furthermore the multi gauge has 7. 2 types of inclinometers 8. Engine running hours with selectable “service engine reminder” alarm 9. Battery Voltage Besides these fantastic features the multi gauge also has: * Green backlit display * Ability to record all maximum values until reset * Voltage reversal and over voltage protection * Built in audible alarm * Built in Visual alarm * External relay output drive to cut the engine or for other uses * Easy to use menu system * The ability to calibrate your own sensors * The ability to set the multi gauge to page through your choice of displays at preset intervals or to display one feature only * The ability to disable any function/s if they are not required * A 10 to 30 Volts DC working range Current version is EMS2 v1.07 Remember, you can order a long EMS harnass to ease installation (EMSHL)
For more information, please visit this products webpage.

I think the Australian dealer is "TheEntertainer" on here and the site is Nata enterprises