D2 Airbag - coil swap?

[that_kid]

i have a td5 disco 2 with the airbags in the rear and at the moment i am debating whether or not to scrap them and change the rear end to coils. im wanting to do at least a 2' lift n i cant see how other then using blocks for the bags to get the lift. or do get the kit to replace with coils for $250.

my next question is then what happens to the compressor and the system that controlled the bags. i wonder if i could use the compressor for lockers? any advice would be awesome this is my land rover! :)

[mcrover]

I've seen a P38a which is one of the members of our club do a coil conversion and it worked out quite well.

He had some issues with the computer control as he had to do something to make it think it was all still there but I dont know if this is the same on the D2's.

With the compressor and tank he set it up with air lines and was going to use it for his lockers when he fitted them but was happy with the traction control until he could afford it.

Here is a pic of Peters P38a on coils and Silverstones :D

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/11/631.jpg

[Pedro_The_Swift]

2 inches is easy,, just press the button on the dash,,:D

[Slunnie]

I think with the D2 you can turn off the SLS function using Rovacom or whatever.

[Urban Panzer]

2 inches is easy,, just press the button on the dash,,:D

Agreed !!! :D:D

I will keep the Air on mine as long as possible, and "if" I ever lift it, I will just use spacers under the rear bags and front winch springs

if you do remove the air, the car just needs to be told the Vehicle has coils not air using Rovacom or Testbook like Slunnie said.

[that_kid]

thanks guys that has given me a bit to think about.

im going to be using it for more serious offroading with no intention of towing. the vehicle has been in the family since new and the only issues we've had is both bags have had failures.

my next question is then has anyone had experience with what kit to use?

[Pedro_The_Swift]

after ten years I wouldnt think of it as a failure--
more routine maitenance:cool:

go put some raised coils in it and see how long they last:eek::o:p

[81stubee]

Is the SLS function of benefit to you?

I know with my P38 that, without EAS I couldn't fit into the garage, so to me it is very useful. I've also noticed how good SLS is when towing or with heavy loads, as their isn't any of that wallowy feeling.

If you don't change loads around much and don't use the SLS anyway, then you might as well coil it. Could you not put some Arnott genIII extended length Airbags in there, as they have a lifetime guarantee.

As its a Disco and not a range, you might be better off just coiling it.

Thats my two cents

Stu

[MarknDeb]

i have a td5 disco 2 with the airbags in the rear and at the moment i am debating whether or not to scrap them and change the rear end to coils. im wanting to do at least a 2' lift n i cant see how other then using blocks for the bags to get the lift. or do get the kit to replace with coils for $250.

my next question is then what happens to the compressor and the system that controlled the bags. i wonder if i could use the compressor for lockers? any advice would be awesome this is my land rover! :)


Gday, we did it and has worked well for us, the ride around town is a little rougher but on the highway we cant tell the difference and when towing the ride is even better than the airbags. We havent been offroad yet so cant say.
MR Automotive did the job for $430 then i put the airags on eBay starting at $50 and they sold for $290