96 Disco

[jimbo jones]

Hi I just bought a 96 Discovery TDI auto it has 290000km on it (I know that high) what would be the things I should look at what go's wrong with them?

Thanks jimbo

[V8Landy]

Hi Jimbo hope you enjoy your disco i don't know what to look for as far as the diesel go's except service it every 5,000kms that means filters aswell others will chip in hear and give you plenty of advise.Look for rust around the alpine windows.Check your wheel bearings and see if it is leaking around the steering ball it probably will be.They have their own fill point so keep it topped up.Check all oil levels as you would with any brand.Hope thats a start point for you.Cheers Brett

[jimbo jones]

how hard is the timming belt to I have done heaps of other one on diesel's but never a landy how many km's should they be changed
btw thanks for the help guys

jimbo

[Xavie]

Not all that hard to do the timing belt if you have done that sort of stuff before.
It needs to be done evry 80,000 but I have a weird feeling some vehicles were every 60,000 but someone can elaborate on that.

I suggest you buy a rave CD off this website. Go into the markets section. They are excellent and don't cost much and it will give you a fantastic manual to help you work on the vehicle.

I just bought a tdi disco. It's awesome so I hope you enjoy yours.

Had it been well serviced and know of any issues? going to chuck a few pics up for us?

Xav

[jimbo jones]

Ill put some pick up soon its and I dont have any photos of her yet except the one of the ebay listing when I bought her

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/05/656.jpg

[locorr]

Good luck with the Disco I recently picked up a 96 tdi myself. Quite impressed so far. Watch out with some rubber it may show up your 105.

[jimbo jones]

lol its got a long way to go before it can do that, need a lot of work just to get it road worthy its got oils leaks galore from the motor and box exhust leak from the manifold the auto is playing up when its cold valve 's are noisy roof is faded drivers door need adjusting beast thing about it is the good tread on the tyre's but its my new project and I will reserect it in 6 months time it will be a diferent truck

jimbo

[jimbo jones]

one Q about the gear box will a auto box out of a v8 same year fit can the bell housing be changed to suit?

[V8Landy]

one Q about the gear box will a auto box out of a v8 same year fit can the bell housing be changed to suit?

The v8 box won't be very good behind a diesel the gear ratio's are different.Cheers Brett

[loanrangie]

The v8 box won't be very good behind a diesel the gear ratio's are different.Cheers Brett

And the internals are different to suit the different torque spread of the TDI.

[B92 8NW]

When I contacted Ashcroft Transmissions and LRA regarding a V8 box to Tdi, I was told that in no way are the gear ratios different, its just the valving that's totally different. If you can find a Tdi governor and Tdi valve block, the V8 ZF can be changed to a Tdi ZF at expense.

[Andy-M]

G'Day mate,

Enjoy the Disco, I have a 98 TDi, your mates will give you flack over buying one, but they can be a great vehicle with regular maintenance.

This would have to be the best site for info and money saving ideas that you will find, use the search button for what you are after and you will find a wealth of info.

I was going to purchase a new diff seal about a year ago, a search on here proved invaluable, I checked my breather pipe, problem fixed no cash spent!

Cheers Andy.:)

[jimbo jones]

I found a box to suit for $1650 xchange I just have to pull the old one out now

[jimbo jones]

pulled the box out today big job transfer was leaking into the handbrake shoes as well touque converter bolts were as tight as a nuns c**t but got there in the end asd every bloody thing is A/F:( pick up the reco box soon

jimbo

[jimbo jones]

what is the max tyre size I can fit under the 300 tdi with a 2" suspension lift ?

[Redback]

what is the max tyre size I can fit under the 300 tdi with a 2" suspension lift ?

You'll need to do a slight guard cut if you go bigger than 30".

Baz.

[jimbo jones]

You'll need to do a slight guard cut if you go bigger than 30".

Baz.

even with a 2" lift?

[Redback]

Yep, even with a 2" lift, it is only at the back bottom of the guard and around 10mm or so, it will rub on articulation.

I'm supprised a D1 owner that has done it hasn't come in and said something and posted a pic by now.

Baz.

[mickashay]

i know plenty of d2 running 32's(235/85/r16)i see you having no problem running this size without cutting unless you wish to go wider wheels and tyres

[2_door]

I have a D1 (auto V8) and i fitted 245/75/16's which is a smidgen smaller than a 31" tyre and it fouled the back of the rear guards on artic. I cut about an inch off the guards and now it clears.

trace a horizontal line from the top of the moulding on the lower rear guard across to the wheel arch. From that point on the wheel arch, draw a line down to the bottom of the guard about an inch in from the edge. Cut it with a thin wheel on a 4 inch grinder and bobs ya uncle :D

I wish I had a pic for ya, but its at the mechanics with a gearbox issue :(

[Redback]

i know plenty of d2 running 32's(235/85/r16)i see you having no problem running this size without cutting unless you wish to go wider wheels and tyres

:wallbash:D2 is different to the D1:spudnikconfounded:

Baz.

[mickashay]

:wallbash:D2 is different to the D1:spudnikconfounded:

Baz.

sorry some reason i though d2 i run 32's on my d1 with 2 inch lift not any problem with scraping

[Redback]

sorry some reason i though d2 i run 32's on my d1 with 2 inch lift not any problem with scraping

Everyone that i know with a D1 has had to do a guard cut too fit 31s or over, your D1 may have already been done maybe.

Baz.

[Fusion]

I have just done my rear guards . I cut off 20mm and that seems to be enough .
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/05/345.jpg

[jimbo jones]

I have a D1 (auto V8) and i fitted 245/75/16's which is a smidgen smaller than a 31" tyre and it fouled the back of the rear guards on artic. I cut about an inch off the guards and now it clears.

trace a horizontal line from the top of the moulding on the lower rear guard across to the wheel arch. From that point on the wheel arch, draw a line down to the bottom of the guard about an inch in from the edge. Cut it with a thin wheel on a 4 inch grinder and bobs ya uncle :D

I wish I had a pic for ya, but its at the mechanics with a gearbox issue :(


lo I've got the box out of mine to at the moment;)

[2_door]

is yours the auto or manual.....whats wrong with it, mine is plain buggered :(

[jimbo jones]

is yours the auto or manual.....whats wrong with it, mine is plain buggered :(



its a auto just put a reco in today finishing it of tommorow + doing a majior servie will be doing the timming belt soon I'm a mechanic so only have to pay for parts :D it woudnt change up gears or go in reverse I also did the rear main + the out put shaft seals in the transfer box (transfer was more heavy than the auto:Thump:)

Has anyone had a problem with the drivers door sagging I think where the hinge bolts on is cracked not shoure will have to take dore of to check oh and the passanger front door wont open unless you use the key and hold it to the right will this fit it?

Land Rover Discovery door lock repair spring single on eBay, also, Land Rover, Car Parts, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 18-May-08 00:10:59 BST) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130220916316&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:Watchlink:middle:uk)

jimbo

[2_door]

mine wouldnt change up gears either unless you did it manualy with about 2000rpm :( and likewise the rear main seal is leaking so its getting done as well.

years ago I would have done it myself but having moved interstate recently and now have no shed or workshop where we are staying, I am buggered for doing too much until we buy our own place on acreage with a BIG workshop....

[4wd4fun]

Hi I had a 1994 V8 Auto And now have a TDI 5spd and have driven the auto tdi and i prefer the control of the 5 speed behind the tdi. My TDI 300 has 260000 on it now and have been going to replace it for last 100000 but i have not found a vehicle that justifies change over price. I as previously mrntion have oil changed every 5000 and filters. Have placed a very expensive synthetic oil in gear box which has made it quieter and easyer to change gears. Check all water/heater hoses radiater hoses etc as if they are old they could break/leak. Rear rubber coupling on drive shaft to diff can be cracked this will cause vibration and possible falure. If your d1 was serviced properly all should be good,but it does not hurt to get a service and a report on what they think needs to be fixed and then you can look at what you can do yourself.

[roverrescue]

From what ive experieneced and seen timing belts, coolant issues and big ends are what limit the life of these donks. So in light of that:

If its at 290 I would prob drop the sump and replace the big end shells...
assuming they are original they will be knackered. easy job.

Some may argue the headgasket if it hasnt already been done?

Tbelt as you mentioned, put on a water pump and renew hoses whilst the front is off.
Radiator wouldnt hurt a rodding... and if nothing else fit a low coolant alarm.
tdi are good at dropping their water and dont last long without it. Best insurance you can do for a tdi.

have fun and enjoy!
S

[jimbo jones]

just found out the motor has been recoed at some stage so all looks good:cool: