I did a similar swap in my 88 RRC, except I used all of the 3.9 injection. I think it is the easiest way to go.
I am not sure what differences there are between 3.5 and 3.9 hotwire EFI systems. I know the 3.5 flapper is quite different.
I am fitting a 3.9 motor in place of the 3.5 that is currently in my Discovery 93 model
I am using everything from the old motor as its a little easier
I have been told that the Computer will easily handle the difference in engine size
My question is should i fit the 3.9 ones they will direct swap into place
From the reading round i have done the 3.9 injectors have a different flow rate than the 3.5 ones
So if i did swap them would the computer have a hissy fit
Or if i dont will it run lean up high
I did a similar swap in my 88 RRC, except I used all of the 3.9 injection. I think it is the easiest way to go.
I am not sure what differences there are between 3.5 and 3.9 hotwire EFI systems. I know the 3.5 flapper is quite different.
G`day Steve , don`t know where you`ve read but the injectors are the same thing in a 3.5 and 3.9 discovery . Use the best ones you have they`ll all be the same .Cheers
Agree.
They should have a green band on them.
You may have been misled by the recent posts re 3.5 vs 3.9 but this was about 3.5 Range Rovers with the old flapper system which have a completely different and smaller capacity injector.
You may have to get a 3.9 ECU for best results, as experience suggests that the settings may be different, however I really have no idea and I think you would find it very difficult to find out the actual differences.
Regards Philip A
Flow rates can be checked physically by taking then to have them cleaned on the flow cleaning system.
As you have twice as many as you need you will be able to pick the ones that are the closest to each other in flow rate and help your engine run smoother.
I have just fitted a 3.9 to my 89 rangie which had the 3.5 and I have refitted the flapper injection and I have found no difference in performance..as I was told by my lr experts that I wouldnt, but I have an increase in torque and power due to the newer bigger engine, the 3.5 had done 380k.
I mainly run on gas so petrol for me is an extra on long runs out bush.
I did ultrasonically clean my injectors after I fitted the new motor but there was no problems before or after. It idles very smooth and has plenty of power both on gas and petrol
Brad
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