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TD5 auto conversion

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deepender:
I would like to convert my 90 TD5 to an auto. I have a box from a disco td5 and wondered if anyone has attempted this, as i gather its not that straightforward due to the electronics.
Any ideas or feedback would be welcome.

Tim

Petergg:
Check out page 94 to 97 in Febs LRE, full article on that subject.

I have a hp22 in my td5 Defender.

Peter

deepender:
Did you fit it yourself Peter? and was there any problems?, Tim

Petergg:
Yes,

Ashcroft built the gear box as I had bigger clutch packs and pump fitted and valved for a diesel I did the rest.

It wasn't too bad just take your time I got all parts for the job from Ashcrofts as they do a nice kit, had to have rear prop altered made 15mm shorter and fitted a front from the discovery 2 auto which is 15mm longer if you leave the gear box with the std pump you can use your prop shafts on the zf22, I think that the 24e is 15mm longer than the std box due to pump.

Give Dave at Ashcrofts a call, he will help you even if you don't buy from him.

It was worth the trouble and cost, it is really nice to drive on and off road.


Peter

deepender:
Thanks very much Peter, looks like i will give it a go, Ashcroft helped me many years ago when i fitted an auto to my series 2 with a steve parker V6 :D

Tim

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