I like the D4D also.
Shame the transfer case is left drop and a centred rear - will a LandCruiser transfer fit and clear the gearbox?
lots of options avaliable
and every mechanic knows how to work on totota
I like the D4D also.
Shame the transfer case is left drop and a centred rear - will a LandCruiser transfer fit and clear the gearbox?
Cheers
Slunnie
~ Discovery II Td5 ~ Discovery 3dr V8 ~ Series IIa 6cyl ute ~ Series II V8 ute ~
You sure the injector washers need doing every 40k??
As far as I know it gets done once......mine goes for its 120k service next week and no mention of washers......as when its washers were replaced first time they request you drop the car off the day before as the engine needs to be at ambient temperature
Most of our fleet is hi-lux’s....assuming you’re talking about the 4cyl D4D
I believe that 40k for washers in D4D is recommended / standard practice everywhere except Australia.
At 40k, tappet clearance should be inspected / checked. If at Toyota service centre should also check if seals are leaking.
At every oil change service, Toyota service centre should be checking if the oil pickup has carbon on it (sign of leaking seals).
I'm pretty sure that the Toyota washer issue related to early models only.
Here is 'Aus an engineering report/certificate is required for this kind of swap. I don't know if this applies in South Africa. The other issue would be what bellhousing/clutch/gearbox/transfer etc are you planning on using?
It's not impossible. There are some mad blokes in the USA who have developed kits to close couple the Lexus V8's and Toyota Auto's to the LT230. So perhaps that a starting point for you.
The disadvantage of any Hybrid/Frankenstein is usually getting the little/fiddly bits right to make it all work. There is a great forum on putting the 330D BMW engine into the Defender on Facebook and seeing as you've got the South African 2.8 (Lucky Bugger!) it should almost be a bolt in swap. The other problem - at least here - is usually your resale value takes a hit.
To help you in your quest, I've put some links to the groups I've come across over the years.
Cummins 4BT/6BT
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BMW Engine Swaps
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Mercedes Engine Swaps
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The other option which is loved here in Australia is the 3.9 Isuzu Diesel. KLR Automotive might be a good place to start your research.
Welcome to KLR Automotive - KLR Automotive
Chevy V8 Diesels have been done in the past, but are known to have overheating problems and are a really tight squeeze into a Defender.
Brunswick Diesels
LS series V8 engine swaps are also commonplace.
https://www.marks4wd.com/
Can you keep me in mind if you decide to ditch the 2.8? I might take some of the parts on your hands!
Paul
D2,D2,D2a,D4,'09 Defender 110(sons), all moved on.
'56 S1,been in the family since...'56
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