Thread: non turbo 300 TDI?

Yes. But why not just detune it with the turbo still attached?

Why.....plenty more things to go wrong before the turbo, 340k on mine and I reckon the turbo will outlast my ownership

I would be more worried about the timing belt

Maybe a 200tdi as its chain driven

Frankly, the 300TDi is pretty bomb proof, even with a turbo!

M

Originally Posted by weeds

Maybe a 200tdi as its chain driven

No it isn't.

Originally Posted by BigJon

No it isn't.

Sorry thought the changed to a belt for the 300tdi

no but they did change the better made timing gears(200tdi) to ones made from pressed tin(300tdi).

If you already have a 300tdi, all I would do is add a 2.65 mandrel bent exhaust with one free flowing muffler. If it is in a defender, replace the temp gauge with a aftermarket one (say VDO). Fit a EGT gauge.

I dont think the OP is worried about the turbo failing, but more so the power it makes creating some of the common problems. If you are going to stick with a LR engine, just go through all the things that need to be checked. Ie right through the cooling system including theromstat and viscus fan. Remove and flush out the intercooler. Fit a Provent. Change oil and filter every 5000k. Make sure tappets are adjusted.

Im sure there is more to check, it is all in AULRO somewhere, some guys know off the top of their head.

Sounds like you want an Isuzu 4BD1.

Originally Posted by camel_landy

Frankly, the 300TDi is pretty bomb proof, even with a turbo!

M