hi, I have recently purchased a Land Rover series 3 that has been engine swapped from a 2.25 diesel to a 2.5l diesel from Daihatsu. after my experience in owning both a 2.25 diesel Land Rover and the Daihatsu swapped one, I must say that the Daihatsu diesel suits the Land Rover very well. it has more power, starts and runs smoother and is much quieter. it may not be very original however makes it a much more pleasant car to drive. I was just wondering what everyone's experience is with this engine? also, I would like to know if it will be running the stock clutch or if it is different due to the engine change, as I think the clutch disk is almost worn out. thanks.
Wildefalcon
Well-Known Member
Send photos and dimensions of the clutch plate to Luke from lof clutches.
tottot
Well-Known Member
Some years ago Daihatsu engine was a popular switch. There were plenty to be had as some of those Daihatsu's fitted with them you could, on a quiet day hear them rust.
Well liked unit as you described, down side was when time came parts were needed they were horrible expensive.
Well liked unit as you described, down side was when time came parts were needed they were horrible expensive.
ok thank you, might take it apart, the rest of the vehicle is hardly in showroom condition, so if I can get away with just the clutch plate and throwout bearing this would make it much easier, as the only genuine Daihatsu clutch I can find is well over 200 pounds.
Rangieman123
Active Member
Your pressure plate has a good chance of surviving if it hasn't been overheated. There are loads of aftermarket Japanese components available, for less that OE prices.
tottot
Well-Known Member
That likely is the case today and with the internet finding them is a simpler job.
