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    Engine options

    In order to have the 2a swb suitable for a p plater, I’m considering swapping out the 200tdi for a model correct motor. This would then remove the mod plate and permit my son to drive it.
    I have available the option of either a diesel or petrol motor. What are the pros and cons?? Obviously less changing with a diesel but I’m wondering about getting up the hill at home.
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    I have owned a few series with all sorts of engine transplants over the years but !
    In my opinion a healthy 2.25 is a good usable engine and adequate for every day use.
    Yes they ain`t no rocket ship but can get along fairly well

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    I would have thought a 200tdi was P plate legal
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    Quote Originally Posted by pop058 View Post
    I would have thought a 200tdi was P plate legal
    Yes a 200tdi in a 200tdi Disco or Defender is but a P plater is restricted in driving modified vehicles (mod plate) which the subject vehicle is.
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    Before getting started, check with the registration authority that they will remove the mod plate, and also check whether you have to revert to the original engine. You may not have a choice of petrol or diesel, you may have to go to whatever it was originally.

    I would rate either engine as suitable - the petrol engine is more powerful, but the diesel provides adequate performance unless loaded heavily or towing, especially in a swb. Like rangieman, I would prefer to drive the petrol, but if paying for the fuel I would prefer a diesel!
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    Hello from Sherwood.

    I happen to know nothing about the direct topic. So, value this advice accordingly.

    However, it may be closely enough related to be of some use.

    When the S3kids were getting P plates we hit the dreaded fine print on turbocharged petrol engine vehicles which automatically fell under the category of ‘high performance vehicles’. The S3fleet at the time was a Volvo XC 70 and a VW Golf TSI both of which were turbocharged. By the rule neither could be driven.

    It was possible, subject to limits, to seek an exemption by writing to Queensland Transport and asking for it. We did and got it in both cases. That you had this option wasn’t that well known or highlighted at the time.

    So, given that the 200tdi swap is fairly common, is not exactly turning your truck into a potentially lethal monster, and has been approved in your case, there is a likely good case to get an exemption negotiated. Worth trying unless you already have. Swapping back an engine seems a bit drastic.

    Cheers,

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