A Turbo Diesel does not need a full compliment of oxygen in the cylinders at tick over. The EGR can be open and allowing inert/toxic gasses in but there's only a little bit of fuel being pumped in, so there still enough oxygen in there for it to fire efficiently.

As the throttle demands more power/revs more fuel is pumped in so more oxygen and less exhaust gas is needed in the cylinders. Hence those clever German programmers of the engine's ECU close off the EGR allowing a full compliment of oxygen in. Once demand has increased further and 2L of air does not have enough oxygen, then an American company supplies a "Turbo" device that the engine turns to that squashes more air in - effectively putting as much air (oxygen) into the cylinders as a 3L engine.

So yes, if the EGR is faulty and continuously seeps exhaust gases into the cylinders, then blocking it off will enhance the engine's performance. However, exactly the same affect can be attained by fixing the faulty EGR !!!

In this day and age where owners of diesel powered cars are moaning at the government for hiking taxes on their car due to the emissions of them, I think its only fair they put the effort in and fix their emission reducing tools rather than adding to the problem. (if indeed the EGR was the cause of their problem - which it does look like in this instance).
 
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brass unions to my fuel line instead of the flimsy plastic ones
I'm impressed with your post & what you acheived. I'm extremely impressed with the brass unions you fitted to the fuel line instead of the flimsy plastic ones. Where might I get them from?
Thanks.
 
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A Turbo Diesel does not need a full compliment of oxygen in the cylinders at tick over. The EGR can be open and allowing inert/toxic gasses in but there's only a little bit of fuel being pumped in, so there still enough oxygen in there for it to fire efficiently.

As the throttle demands more power/revs more fuel is pumped in so more oxygen and less exhaust gas is needed in the cylinders. Hence those clever German programmers of the engine's ECU close off the EGR allowing a full compliment of oxygen in. Once demand has increased further and 2L of air does not have enough oxygen, then an American company supplies a "Turbo" device that the engine turns to that squashes more air in - effectively putting as much air (oxygen) into the cylinders as a 3L engine.

So yes, if the EGR is faulty and continuously seeps exhaust gases into the cylinders, then blocking it off will enhance the engine's performance. However, exactly the same affect can be attained by fixing the faulty EGR !!!

In this day and age where owners of diesel powered cars are moaning at the government for hiking taxes on their car due to the emissions of them, I think its only fair they put the effort in and fix their emission reducing tools rather than adding to the problem. (if indeed the EGR was the cause of their problem - which it does look like in this instance).
You may very well be correct in you asumptions, but needless to say my Freelander has been given a boost since the blanking EGR has been fitted. Even my wife has commented on the difference, and she is usually indifferent o any kind of change in the car. I will run it while continuously monitioring it, but I really must add, it is going like the proverbial off a shovel now. And that pleases me. So perhaps the original EGR valve was suspect, and even though it has been replaced I'm not doing much different to most vehicles on the road today re exhaust emissions. And if you would like my addage on that, I'm thinking the exhause is actually cleaner that before. Anyway, thanbks for your input and I will take it on board as I continue to test my Freelander.
 
Yeah, we flog 'em to death and they always entertain us - because they come from a good stable.
Talk about flogging-a-dead-horse, LR doesn't die. It goes forth.
 
My Td4 has done 78K and I fitted an EGR blanking kit. There wasn't any crud or carbon build-up in the air inlet manifold so didn't go down the road of cleaning it.
After fitting the Blank my Td4 went like a rocket! There was lots of grunt, no hesitation at junctions, roundabouts, etc, and was as smooth a ride as ever.
Even my noticed the difference and she doesn't have a scoobies about anything engineering. But Shhh, don't tell her I've said it. Life's too short.
Fitting it wasn't just easy... it was simple, and well worth the little effort needed. I cannot recommend fitting one enough. :) EGR Bypass.jpg Bought on Ebay.:D
 
My Td4 has done 78K and I fitted an EGR blanking kit. There wasn't any crud or carbon build-up in the air inlet manifold so didn't go down the road of cleaning it.
After fitting the Blank my Td4 went like a rocket! There was lots of grunt, no hesitation at junctions, roundabouts, etc, and was as smooth a ride as ever.
Even my noticed the difference and she doesn't have a scoobies about anything engineering. But Shhh, don't tell her I've said it. Life's too short.
Fitting it wasn't just easy... it was simple, and well worth the little effort needed. I cannot recommend fitting one enough. :)View attachment 122321 Bought on Ebay.:D
Pointless exercise as you won't be able to buy a diesel soon because they are being taxed out of existence because of poor emissions - I wonder why.
 
Pointless exercise as you won't be able to buy a diesel soon because they are being taxed out of existence because of poor emissions - I wonder why.
I'd be nervous of buying a Euro3 diesel just at the moment. My Volvo is Euro5 but even that's not enough nowadays, so I'm going to chop that in for a cheaper Euro4 diesel and then I have less of my money exposed to the whims of Emperor May.
No way on this earth can I stretch to a Euro6 diesel and, anyway, I couldn't think of one that I like.
 
Hmmm, move to Spain, it's simpler & lots cheaper here. I reckon deisels are here forever. As for May? It's Thatcher wearing a very good disguise! That's why she's single - Dennis aint around anymore.
 
Hmmm, move to Spain, it's simpler & lots cheaper here. I reckon deisels are here forever. As for May? It's Thatcher wearing a very good disguise! That's why she's single - Dennis aint around anymore.
Thatcher without the charm. Look into her eyes - dead like a shark's.
Brings to mind Emperor Palpatine.
 
Hey, now that you mention it... you're spot on! It flaming well is. And most definately a Shark!!! A very dead-at-heart one too. I guess I was being unkind to Maggie. She did me okay in the Forces. I'm glad I wasn't a miner.
 
I am 50/50 at the moment about keeping my FL which I love driving or replacing it as I am fearful that diesel drivers of any category car are going to be declared officially evil and punished by high charges to enter towns and cities.
 
Here's something to chew a bone about..... I quote...
New Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) petrol engines for cars emit more cancer-causing particles than modern diesel engines, a new study by independent vehicle researchers TÜV Nord revealed today. While GDI engines make petrol cars more fuel-efficient and emit less CO2, the findings show that these new petrol engines typically release around 1,000 times more harmful particles than traditional petrol engines and 10 times more than new diesels.
https://www.transportenvironment.org/press/new-petrol-engines-cause-more-air-pollution-dirty-diesels

This was carried out in 2013 but the research is proper.

In addition to this, concerning the EGR Blanking Mod... by recirculating some of the exhaust back into the cylinders you are effectively feeding them carbon particles. Carbon is extremely abrasive, which in turn means cylinders, pistons & rings getting worn out quicker than they should. In consequence, the engines emissions would become more & more contaminated with pollutants including particles. It could be said it's a double-edged sword. A healthy engine is a good, relaible engine, & the Mod means a longer life, in my opinion. I cannot help but ponder if there is a hidden agenda somewhere that all fossil-fuelled vehicles are in line for being phased out? Fuel-cells would fill that niche, but would only become viable if most oily machines faded away.
 
Hey guys, sorry for the total dunce question. I'm picking up a td4 57 plate freelander 2 on weds and I've been advised to do this mod. I've looked on eBay for the plate and can't tell if I need the one with a hole in it or the one without. Can anyone with the same model advise please? Thank you
 
Hey guys, sorry for the total dunce question. I'm picking up a td4 57 plate freelander 2 on weds and I've been advised to do this mod. I've looked on eBay for the plate and can't tell if I need the one with a hole in it or the one without. Can anyone with the same model advise please? Thank you
This type is probably the easiest one to fit. Don't be surprised if you get an odd quacking noise for a second or two after you turn off the engine.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-LAND-...lander&hash=item1e90fc2362:g:c8wAAMXQC-tS~UOD
 
This type is probably the easiest one to fit. Don't be surprised if you get an odd quacking noise for a second or two after you turn off the engine.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-LAND-ROVER-FREELANDER-TD4-EGR-BYPASS-STAINLESS-STEEL-/131281462114?fits=Model:Freelander&hash=item1e90fc2362:g:c8wAAMXQC-tS~UOD
Is the quacking noise forever? Or just the first time?

Again, sorry for the stupid question but that looks more difficult to fit than the plate when you just slot it in under 2 loosened bolts, is it?
 
The quacking noise isn't really an issue, most folk don't even notice it but I had to disconnect the EGR actuator to stop it.
The plate is harder to get to because of where it is, TBH I've never checked what work is needed to fit it, you can fit the bypass I listed in less than 30 minutes.
 

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