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Ferret123

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hi all, ive got a 1987 90 fitted with the 2.5 na. although its a good engine it simply too gutless to do what i ask of it. ive been offered a 2.5vm lump out of a range rover with genuine 33,000 miles on the clock. there seems to be mixed opinions but from what i can gather aslong as i maintain it to the letter it should be fine. from what i can tell it'll fit straight onto a defender lt77 box but what about engine mounts? any advice and opinions please.
 
Can't help with your questions on fitting the Victor Meldrew engine but I would say you'd be better off not.
 
That vintage VM is a pile of ****- fit a 200 or 300 tdi
 
i wouldthough i have 2 problems with a 200tdi, 1 they have a timing belt (not something ive ever liked) 2 theyre very expensive well to me as im a student and like most i'm short on cash
 
Ferret123 said:
i wouldthough i have 2 problems with a 200tdi, 1 they have a timing belt (not something ive ever liked) 2 theyre very expensive well to me as im a student and like most i'm short on cash
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buy a push bike then
 
VM's , mmmmm , Italian boat engine with 4 (four ) cylinder heads !, still a good idea ?
 
Ferret123 said:
i wouldthough i have 2 problems with a 200tdi, 1 they have a timing belt (not something ive ever liked) 2 theyre very expensive well to me as im a student and like most i'm short on cash
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Is a LR such a good idea while you are a student ? Why not park up/sell it till you have a need and income to run a 4wd.
The VM may be a gift now,but will cost loads over time.The timing belt on a 200/300TDI is absolutely NO problem.
 
Ferret123 said:
i wouldthough i have 2 problems with a 200tdi, 1 they have a timing belt (not something ive ever liked) 2 theyre very expensive well to me as im a student and like most i'm short on cash
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Believe me mate, if you are daft enough to fit a Victor Meldrew engine you're gonna be well and truly bust afore you get through college. **** taking aside, forget the VM, they are a crock of ****.
 
Ferret123 said:
hi all, ive got a 1987 90 fitted with the 2.5 na. although its a good engine it simply too gutless to do what i ask of it. ive been offered a 2.5vm lump out of a range rover with genuine 33,000 miles on the clock. there seems to be mixed opinions but from what i can gather aslong as i maintain it to the letter it should be fine. from what i can tell it'll fit straight onto a defender lt77 box but what about engine mounts? any advice and opinions please.
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its not a straight fit on defender box ,spigot as well as bell housing are different,they are prone for cracking heads ,but go well in good condition,
 
jamesmartin said:
its not my favourite engine ,but they wernt that bad, as long as cooling system was good ,quite a nice engine to build ,i seen plenty do good mileage :rolleyes:
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And I've re built several in Frontera's, as you say quite a nice engine to build, fascinating how everything has to be in place before you start tightening up.
 
thanks for all your advice, ill give the VM a miss just exploring different options.
eightinavee said:
Is a LR such a good idea while you are a student ? Why not park up/sell it till you have a need and income to run a 4wd. as to your question, because i DO have a need for it i'm at an agricultural collage and live and work on farm and out of all suitable vehicles land rovers have the cheapest insurance.
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Ask around, sure theres a few yokels who have converted.

You aint that far from me in worcestershire. Breaking a disco. May have 200tdi available soon
 
Ferret123 said:
thanks for all your advice, ill give the VM a miss just exploring different options.
eightinavee said:
Is a LR such a good idea while you are a student ? Why not park up/sell it till you have a need and income to run a 4wd. as to your question, because i DO have a need for it i'm at an agricultural collage and live and work on farm and out of all suitable vehicles land rovers have the cheapest insurance.
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If its earning its keep on a farm why isnt it written into the farms books ? The cost of any repairs/mods are a totally valid business expense.
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