Modify the D2, or not [ minor work]

**bob10** · 16th February 2018, 05:26 PM

I've decided to keep my old D2, TD5, over 400,000Km's on the clock. I would like to do a couple of mods which I believe would be beneficial. First up, replace my radiator with an aluminium , bigger capacity one. I know they are out there, somewhere. Second, a larger intercooler, out there as well. I believe after the intercooler is replaced, some voodoo magic has to happen to the computer. To that end, because I have the unchippable computer, I would get an upgrade to the chippable one, only need the towing chip, don't want to mess with the EGT's too much. OK, smart thing to do, or am I caught up in modification fever? And where do I find these radiators/ intercoolers ?. I await in a strange state of excitement, for answers. OR that could be just wind. Cheers.

**Pedro_The_Swift** · 16th February 2018, 08:00 PM

All the answers you seek are in these pages Bob,,
Time to do your homework,,,

**bob10** · 16th February 2018, 08:06 PM

Originally Posted by Pedro_The_Swift

All the answers you seek are in these pages Bob,,
Time to do your homework,,,

Thanks, Pedro. As usual you are correct, time to get off the couch.

**trout1105** · 16th February 2018, 08:08 PM

Have fun with the Mods Bob, Nothing as satisfying as giving an older truck a new lease of life

**bob10** · 16th February 2018, 08:25 PM

Originally Posted by trout1105

Have fun with the Mods Bob, Nothing as satisfying as giving an older truck a new lease of life

It works both ways, an old fart getting a new lease as well, I guess we will both go out together, more incentive to keep the old girl going.

**LRT** · 16th February 2018, 08:31 PM

Originally Posted by bob10

It works both ways, an old fart getting a new lease as well, I guess we will both go out together, more incentive to keep the old girl going.

What’s the suspension like? After 100,000km of 50/50 of potholed bitumen & gravel roads our D2 is now a bit scary to drive with all the body roll and steering slack, especially on gravel corners!

I brought home a Series III parts donor with it last week and it was an interesting experience to say the least...

**Tins** · 16th February 2018, 10:46 PM

Originally Posted by LRT

What’s the suspension like? After 100,000km of 50/50 of potholed bitumen & gravel roads our D2 is now a bit scary to drive with all the body roll and steering slack, especially on gravel corners!

I brought home a Series III parts donor with it last week and it was an interesting experience to say the least...

Nothing new dampers wouldn't fix.

**LRT** · 16th February 2018, 10:51 PM

Originally Posted by johntins

Nothing new dampers wouldn't fix.

Yes I’m sure not sure if I need to get new coils as well because front axle hits the bump stops if it hits a pot hole.

**Tins** · 16th February 2018, 10:55 PM

Originally Posted by LRT

Yes I’m sure not sure if I need to get new coils as well because front axle hits the bump stops if it hits a pot hole.

Maybe, but I'd start with dampers. Still, coils aren't expensive, and are easy to fit. Just don't go too firm on the coils. I did, and absolutely ruined the ride, for no perceivable benefit. Does it have SLS?

**Eevo** · 16th February 2018, 11:14 PM

i would go intercooler before you do radiator.

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