Requiem for a V8

[RRClassic]

Might consider Rover Cannibal in OKC. I Haven't used them so I can't give you a glowing praise , but they do have engines... it's another option. http://www.carcannibal.com/rover/

Has anyone used them?

[PeterN]

Thanks for the info RRClassic. I sent them an email asking them to help me understand my options.....and maybe to find an SD Rack too .

[dcarr1971]

...If you do the transfer case (CDL) conversion, do it right and get the 04 linkage and shifter or get a D1 linkage and shifter. The cheap routes (using a wrench/socket to manually engage, or installing a 2nd transfer case shifter) are just tacky. They work, but just appear cheap. Your truck looks good and you seem to want to invest the money in it to keep it going, so do it right. I think you will be happier in the long run...

x2. Replacing the stock transfer case shifter with a D1 t/c shifter is a little time consuming, but ultimately pretty easy. The Ashcroft shifter is not much easier to install, looks no better, and is dramatically more $$$...

[HillbillyfromAL]

I'd say look at the diesel swaps. Especially if your mechanic is trying to charge 15k for an engine swap. They may not be everyone's cup of tea but some guys on here are giving the GM6.2 some good reviews. E2 services in Orlando dropped a 300tdi into one. I wouldn't say do it to save money, but it would reduce your intervals at the gas station.

[REDROVER]

I'd say look at the diesel swaps. Especially if your mechanic is trying to charge 15k for an engine swap. They may not be everyone's cup of tea but some guys on here are giving the GM6.2 some good reviews. E2 services in Orlando dropped a 300tdi into one. I wouldn't say do it to save money, but it would reduce your intervals at the gas station.

u can also get AM GENERAL 6.5 optimizer used on later HUMMER H1 that's a very good motor, updated block and 500 lb torque but that's an expensive motor as well around $ 6500

or drop 300 tdi , that will be very nice,

or get a 94+ Mercedes Benz diesel motor with transmission, an make adapter to work on lt230 that will be just awesome and easy ( thats what i did 2 wd transmission works with 4wd transfer case , very easy to make it work )

one question to more rover knowledgeable guys , is 2004 d2 motor also risky ? or it a good one?

[REDROVER]

Thanks for the info RRClassic. I sent them an email asking them to help me understand my options.....and maybe to find an SD Rack too .

also call (LAND ROVER LAND) in Southern calif, they have all kind of rover engines

[dcwhybrew]

He has a D2 guys, different electronics than the D1 and RRCs. 300tdi wont work.

[REDROVER]

He has a D2 guys, different electronics than the D1 and RRCs. 300tdi wont work.

what kind of diesel motor do they come with in Europe ? i am thinking may be find a used land rover parts place in Europe and get a full change over kit?

[dcwhybrew]

what kind of diesel motor do they come with in Europe ? i am thinking may be find a used land rover parts place in Europe and get a full change over kit?

Td5

[11b4v]

$15k for a engine swap/rebuild sounds like you're are getting mounted from behind. even for cali.

with that backup japanese sedan, consider doing it yourself. get a lift off CL, or HarborFreight, or borrow one. Got a non mechanic/D2 driving buddy who completely rebuilt his 4.0 by himself during evenings/weekends following the Rave, threads on Dweb, LRRF, etc.

Motor is still running like new 10000 miles later. Pulls a large boat with it up and down the hills of Chattanooga.