JJMyerz
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I used too own a disco and got rid of it because of the many problems it had.
I find myself looking at early-mid 90's range rover swb and I am curious if these can be built into a reliable DD and light trail vehicle.
I have seen these trucks for roughly $3500 on average here in the NW and that leaves $3-4k extra too put into the vehicle.
I find two ways to ago about this and I would like to hear your thoughts on this subject.
Option 1 - Full chevy drivetrain swap from BCB, $10k too expensive right now.
Option 2:
Motor: If I am correct many parts from the original buick motor the 3.9 was derrived from are able to switch over the the range motor. My thought is too have a shop rebuild one of these with more reliable parts. How much this will cost? I have no idea at this point. Also address common problems like cooling.
ABS: I know this is another sore spot among Rovers, is it possible too remove it alltogether? I'd rather not have it.
Transfer: Get the LT230 and the BCB part time conversion. Less wear and tear on the drivetrain overall and better fuel economy.
Other: upgrade to OME suspension, 265s and standard armor.
Any input on the feasability of these ideas and cost would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Justin Myers
I find myself looking at early-mid 90's range rover swb and I am curious if these can be built into a reliable DD and light trail vehicle.
I have seen these trucks for roughly $3500 on average here in the NW and that leaves $3-4k extra too put into the vehicle.
I find two ways to ago about this and I would like to hear your thoughts on this subject.
Option 1 - Full chevy drivetrain swap from BCB, $10k too expensive right now.
Option 2:
Motor: If I am correct many parts from the original buick motor the 3.9 was derrived from are able to switch over the the range motor. My thought is too have a shop rebuild one of these with more reliable parts. How much this will cost? I have no idea at this point. Also address common problems like cooling.
ABS: I know this is another sore spot among Rovers, is it possible too remove it alltogether? I'd rather not have it.
Transfer: Get the LT230 and the BCB part time conversion. Less wear and tear on the drivetrain overall and better fuel economy.
Other: upgrade to OME suspension, 265s and standard armor.
Any input on the feasability of these ideas and cost would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Justin Myers