200 TDI into a Series IIA

[Skookumchuck]

Well I found a 200 TDI out of a Disco, the guy I am buying it from has a kit to move the turbo from the front to the middle of the manifold. Also he says that I can do a 180 on the altinattor and put it high on the right side of the motor. OK so here is the question will this work or am I buying a lot of work to fit this TDI in. Thanks for any and all replys. I have to pay for the motor on Tuesday so help is appreciated.

[albersj51]

From what I understand it's pretty much a bolt in swap. Look at the section on expeditionlandrover.info terri anne has a lot of info on it. The disco is harder to fit because of the turbo, but if they have a kit to move it, you should be good. I know there is some work to do on the bellhousing studs, but nothing major. Also, some good info on doing it sans turbo for better fit and longevity. Plus, even without a turbo it puts out more hp than a 2.25, much more torque and wont stress the stock gearbox and rear end.
Lucky dog! I really want a 200tdi, but too much champaign for my beer budget.

[yank]

You also have to modify the radiator and fan.
I have found some good info on doing a 200Di swap. I think its a good option for a 88".

http://www.glencoyne.co.uk/200di.htm

[CMorris]

I'm just finishing up this conversion, however with a Defender "hi-turbo" engine. On the Disco version you will have to counter sink the four bolts at the bottom of engine plate for clearance, and as you know, alt. and turbo must move. Both engines require right side engine mount fabrication, and battery tray removal. I opted to remove the intercooler from the radiator/intercooler frame, shorten the frame so it just contains the radiator, and have Bell Intercoolers build an intercooler for me (this was purely to keep the headlights in the radiator panel instead of going outboard to the wings).
I do have photos for anyone interested.

[Moose]

I'm just finishing up this conversion, however with a Defender "hi-turbo" engine...

I do have photos for anyone interested.

I would love to see more photos! I am planing on this conversion for my 88. Have secured a Defender 200Tdi, just looking to get it shipped from the UK. My truck currently has a 2.5 NA diesel in it, so the motor mount and battery tray mods are already done. The only real hassles left to swap in the Tdi I think are the inter-cooler and then the exhaust.

Skookumchuck, is your truck LHD or RHD? I believe I read the Disco Tdi is an easier swap into a RHD truck.

Brett

[Skookumchuck]

My truck is LHD, but the kit the seller is providing takes that into account and he is sending me a lot of pictures and a dvd on how to get everything in place. I really do not want to move my headlights to the wing that would take away the charm of the 68. Morris if you have any pictures and contact info for the company that fabricated your intercooler I would appreciate it if you would provide them. Well it looks like I will have to buy this motor on Wednsday. Thanks for the input.

[RoverForm]

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morris, that is going to be incredible to drive when complete. a little off topic, but which tires are those you have there?

[Skookumchuck]

285/75/R16's Pro-Comps, they came with the truck. Kinda noisy on the highway but great on the trails.

Just an update sourced the new to me motor in Ontario Canada, it is coming with the new manifold so it will fit into Red Rover. Hopefully the parts and motor will be showing up in a week or so. I will post pics of the whole project as we go.

Now I am having to wait.....

[CMorris]

morris, that is going to be incredible to drive when complete. a little off topic, but which tires are those you have there?

Michelin XZL 7.50x16 from Rovers North.

[REDrum]

I will post pics of the whole project as we go.

How have things been going?

Assuming its in running now, any lessons learned you feel like sharing?

[dreamin88s]

I too would like to see pics espicaly of the modified turbo setup,
the turbo's both 300& 200 defender ,seems even clocking the turbo (300) still is in the way of the steering box end on a LHD (don't know proper name) and the defender exhaust exits 1/4-1/2" over the same area, as mentioned on another site the only way to overcome this is to go power steering or move the motor mounts,adapter plate ect...
if there is a way please share
not looking for debating.....just maybe ideas in how this could be done

[73series88]

when my motor up and leaves, knock on wood
this is going to be my choice.
hopefully not for long time.
aaron

[baja gs]

I think the 200DI minus T might be the way to go. I have looked around and have seen some motors used or rebuilt for sale, but I would be interested in a 200di core (minus the turbo) to rebuild. My neighbor is a deisel mech and maybe order the parts to rebuild from our host Roversnorth. Where to begin?

[o2batsea]

am I buying a lot of work to fit this TDI in ?

Oh yeah. And I mean a lot. Not a bolt in by any means. Many mods needed. Swapping to power steering will help ease the pain somewhat.

[I Leak Oil]

I think the 200DI minus T might be the way to go.

Just curious, after putting in all the work and expense of a motor transplant, why leave out the turbo? Why a 200 at that point instead of a regular 2.5d or a Mercedes diesel?