Thread: First-time D2 Owner

Just thought I might add:- it's a td5

Hi welcome

Good to here you have found us sounds like you have found a good base D2 and are looking to modify to your tastes.

You seem to be up on some of D2 traits coolant etc so keep reading for more info.
My tips don't splash out on mods too soon you my need some cash for unexpected repairs.

If modding try another D2 with the mod you fancy first and way up the change before you fit.

Standard alpine stereo pretty good it can be retro fitted with iPod lead (I use a Grom) plugs into back of stereo into CD stackers inputs so good hard wired connection not via FM signal will charge iPod and you can use steering select switches.

Grabber AT2 great tyres look good work well.

D2 is a good choice but if looked after well will reward you well try and do as much work on you car as you can you will find good info here and elsewhere on the net the more you can learn the more you will be in tune with the car they do talk (drip drip squeak rattle knock etc)

Pete

Welcome to the D2's. Sounds a nice rig, be aware that for new outfits pics are required! Green coolant is nothing to be worried about, provided it is OAT . It does come in green or red, some say green is less problematic? Changing the accessories circiut over maybe more trouble than gain. Just use the aux battery for all new additions, 'fridge, camp lighting, power outlets, etc Do a search regarding a CDL actuator but the best after market so far is by www.discovery2.co.uk / D2 CDL levers..... THE BEST!!.
Cheers Scott

Welcome, sounds as though you picked up a well equipped rig.

Originally Posted by Ceebrady

In the meantime I will be doing a few minor low cost mods myself; raise oilbreathers, the option B shuttle valve fix, replace factory CD player with MP3player already owned, make something to actuate the CDL lever frominside/outside the vehicle.

The "option b fix" is repair for a specific problem with the ABS modulator which is one of a number of potential causes of the three amigo's. I wouldn't recommend that you do the fix as preventative maintenance or a mod unless you currently have the amigos.

Despite the hysteria promulgated on the forum about the three amigo's they don't effect every D2 all of the time. In three years of ownership (2000MY Td5 Auto) I have seen the amigo's once when the brakes squealed during a trip to the Flinders Ranges two years ago. They cleared after turning the ignition off and on, and they haven't been seen since. Basically if it ain't broke, don't fix it.

With regards the CDL lever, the one Schuy linked to is probably best mechanical lever on the market, with the possible exception of a factory d2a version. It really comes down to priority you put on the aesthetics and ease of operation - once you move away from the factory style levers you are invariably trade off one or both those factors.

cheers
Paul

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