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Disco II electronic autobox into a defender 90?

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AdamG:
Hi,

I'm considering doing a full chassis rebiuld of my 90. With new TD5 chassis, engine, etc. Has any body tried fitting the discovery electronic auto box to a defender with a TD5 engine.

Would I need a disco TD5 engine and box/transfer and asociated wiring harnesses? Also does the box need the Body Control Unit to be in the loop?

Finally what is the general opinion of having an auto in a defender? I was planning on chipping and fitting a larger intercooler to compensate for the increased drain from the box.

Many thanks

Adam

SteveG:
consensus is to convert it to hydraulic as it's a lot simpler. Either way, Ashcroft do a kit or the individual parts to install it in a 90 to either TDi or TD5.

Cheers

Steve

Porny:
Trying to run the Disco BCU will just get over complicated.

Ashcrofts kits is probably the easiest... but....

The other option is from Stunned Buffalo - http://www.stunnedbuffalo.demon.co.uk/gearbox.html - who do a aftermarket controlled for ECU controlled ZF gearboxes... AFAIK they do one suitable for the Disco box.  


Ian

Xtremeteam:
Contact Maddison 4x4 & speak to patrick,

They have not long built a new truck for neil redpath with IIRC a full electronic controlled setup out a D2

AdamG:
Thanks very much for those replies.

My main concern is how well the car will drive with an auto and tuned TD5 engine? Also are auto defenders a nightmare to sell?

Cheers

Adam

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