Disco2 4.0 V8 as a green laner...

Im selling my 90 as I need to take some cash out of it but I will be getting another one to satisfy my needs, it will be a laner more than anything, wont need to be a crazy off roader as I really dont need it, just a good fun, weekend away type of off roader

So what would a D2 4.0 be like do you think? Wading is the concern although im sure I can waterproof enough to cope with the occasional wading session, rarely is it deeper than a few ft anyway, I'm more concerned on reliabilty, what are the 4.0L like for durability, repair costs e.t.c? Are there many know issues with them? Am I better with a D1 3.9? I would be looking at LPG and its an occasionsl use so MPG isnt too much concern.

My other option is a Shogun SWB Couple of reasons why I'm looking at these, they are shorter than a disco, comfier than a 90 (by a long way), extremely well built and reliable (plus I have a mitsi trained 4x4 specialist working for me ) plus come with excellent standard spec including all the guards and rear air locker! Oh and they do look cool...

So advise peope... what we reckon on those few thoughts? I could just go get another Disco 300tdi but I have already had one and fancy something different...

the d2 v8 will be more reliable than a 3.9 on carbs offroad..

wiltshire landyman said:

the d2 v8 will be more reliable than a 3.9 on carbs offroad..

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I though 3.9 was efi? I kinda like the idea of a D2, bit more modern spec and you don't see many down the lanes, its just the amount of engine sensors that worries me, I know nothing about the 4.0 setup so bit unsure...

I use my D2 V8 for laning and pay and play days and day to day use and I've not had any problems with it related to off roading
They can suffer from cracking blocks but that's just a matter of luck if you get a bad one or not
Ive had it in water up to the bottom of the headlights but not for long its not the engine that's the problem in water it's the water coming in the car the CD player and the ECU for the gearbox are under the seats at floor level ( mines auto)
The only mods Ive done to mine are a 2" lift /steering guard / I fitted a removable tow bar/ and I've got a second set of wheels for off roading

Jongould said:

I though 3.9 was efi? I kinda like the idea of a D2, bit more modern spec and you don't see many down the lanes, its just the amount of engine sensors that worries me, I know nothing about the 4.0 setup so bit unsure...

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prob is I read 3.5 for some reason

my mates 4.0 did ok offroad sounded nice to with a straight thru anorl

3.9 are all EFI unless retro fitted, 3.5 are carb or EFI, 4.0 will be injection too
Wouldn't want LPG on a big block though......look at atll the horror stories!

Dr_evil said:

3.9 are all EFI unless retro fitted, 3.5 are carb or EFI, 4.0 will be injection too
Wouldn't want LPG on a big block though......look at atll the horror stories!

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my mate ran lpg on his 4.0 never had any issues,used it for work,towing horsebox and a bit of laneing

wiltshire landyman said:

my mate ran lpg on his 4.0 never had any issues,used it for work,towing horsebox and a bit of laneing

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Fair enough just see a lot in google with slipped liners etc

The disco 2 V8's are nice landies, they are generally quite reliable. Know one or two people with em and they are very pleased to own them. Shame that you are selling your 90!

Speak to ryder about how bad th shoguns are off road. The rear locker is poop.