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It seem that RRC's are back in vogue (pun intended). This leads me to ask (flack jacket on), on balance "Which is the best model". Other than I think they are great, I know very little about them. The so called "94 soft dash" gets quite a good rave here, as does the 89. The 2 doors seem to have a cult following and the early 80's (eg. Incasaurus) are very popular.
So with the wealth of knowledge on this forum, could someone (or a lot of people) enlighten me and others who maybe interested on when the major changes occured and what are some of the pro's & con's for each variant.
The outcome of all this is that, if the miNister for wAr & finaNce agrees, I will have 1 more Landy and 1 less Falcon (ute) in the fleet
Paul
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What's your budget? Late 92-94 types are the best IMO but all of them can be pleasant if they are well maintained. Carby ones are not particularly fast and can have their own little issues. All are great to drive off road. Look for door pillar rust in early ones!
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Going off eBay over the last few months, My budget should cover all models (upto 94 ?). The ideal for me is a duel fuel V8 auto. It's towing capability is important as is the ability to carry 5. It would do very little off road work if any.Originally Posted by bee utey
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carby based ones are cheaper to put on lpg am told
that said, the later ones have a bucket load more power if you get the later lpg system which costs about $1- $1.5k more depending on tank size and brand according to my investigations and are a smoother overall package.
i was going to get a post 86 unit but happened onto the 82 unit with gas already on it... and it had less rust than all the post 86's i looked at so went with it...
there is some crap on the market at the moment...
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Hi,
Depends on a lot of things. If you're carting around 4 other bods then folding the seats on a 2 door will wear thin within one day.
If you like old simple stuff then a 4 door like Inc has just bought would suit, and is very likely to become collectable. Later ones loaded with motors and electronics might test your patience, but there is a wealth of knowledge out there to help.
There are plenty of 4 door 'treasures' still out around, of all vintages up to 94. They are all called 'classic', something a disco or P38 will never be.
cheers, DL
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Go the 3.9 litre EFI version then, 92 on. They run the same chassis as a Disco 1 so gas is quite easy to do on them, second hand kits are around. Personally the EFI is no harder/dearer to convert than a carby model. All RR's can have ignition weakness, a Scorcher or Bosch upgrade will help reliability a lot. The later EFI fitted to them is better than the early "flapper" version in many ways, including fuel leaks at the fuel injectors. Also the fuel pump is accesible from inside the car, depending on where you put the gas tank.
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G'day Pop058
The 4 door was released late 81 was fitted with the 3.5 carb engine in both 8.13 & 9.35 :1 ratio motors,and with 4 speed LT95 g/box with LT230R transfer, up until the phase 2 release in June 84 this was the updated dash and instrument binacle incorporating a Tacho,1/4 windows were deleted,and larger mirrors fitted,key operated central locking, still with the 3,5 carby motor but now with eletronic ign,9.35:1 motor 125bhp @4000rpm and 185ftlb @2500rpm, Nov 86 fuel injected 3.5mtr,grille now horizontal slated,"Vogue"model fitted with spoiler and 2 fog lamps, (branded "Hi-Line" in Australia,and fitted with grey upholstrey, base model bronze, 1988 Borg Warner chain driven transfer case with viscous coupling,replaced LT230T transfer case.
Hope that is a help for you.
cheers
ForumSage
Contradiction there.G'day Pop058
The 4 door was released late 81 was fitted with the 3.5 carb engine in both 8.13 & 9.35 :1 ratio motors,and with 4 speed LT95 g/box with LT230R transfer
cheers
DL
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Oop's SorryLT95 had integral Transfer, LT77 5spd has LT230R transfer in 84 onwards vehicles
cheers
I think that all the models are great ... as they are all "classics"
But each model has different levels of comfort and features
The early ones offer basic items without electronic dependence .. where as the later ones can be a a bit of a pain with some of the running gear ... IE air suspention & waco brakes..
This is my 1990 ... The only ECU electronics is the one that drives the hotwire EFI on a 3.9V8 (Low compression)
The whole ride is standard ... Only has replacement springs & shocks along with aftermarket mags ....The brakes still use the "normal master cylinder" setup (no waco)
It has taken some $$ to get this one up to the condition that you see tho, but is "a good year" for a harmony of not too many electronics and a level of creature comfort
Having the hotwire EFI instead of the flappy means that you can easily sort problems out & install replacement parts that are cheaply available
I also have the 93, It also, is a pleasure to drive ....... But as far as towing power ... They are all slugs
Also ... If your looking for leg room ...I believe the 94 & 95 models offer a longer wheel base and give extra leg room to the rear passenger seats
But IMHO .... Go out and drive a few varieties ... and see which one you would like to own
Mike
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