freelander selectable 4+4

Hi All,

thinking about mounting a cut down modified transfer case out of a toyota fj55, (it has vacuum switching). will have to shorten some shafts, remount the vcu.

has anybody else ventured down this path?

Regards,

Carl

Personally dont think its needed and agree with other posts that the VCU is good system and lasts far better on motors used off foad regularly...

If you do want selectable 2/4 wd then contact http://www.rakeway.com/ who already have one that is fairly well into development

The VCU needs to be replaced with a limited slip diff system. SIMPLES

jedi said:

The VCU needs to be replaced with a limited slip diff system. SIMPLES

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really, what do you mean?

Chaser said:

really, what do you mean?

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I mean the VCU is a ****e idea if it causes all these problems.

One way round this is to replace the rear diff with a haldex type system, but fitting one could cause problems, Mounting points etc, something would have to be fabricated. These systems are usually wired up electronically to the ABS system, so could be quite complicated to do but not impossible. They could however be wired to a switch and could be switched on (4wd) of off (2wd).

And you could even leave your seize VCU in situ. Its like a VCU but electronically controlled.

The other option is to replace the VCU with a limited slip diff like what you get on some front/rear wheel sports cars.

It would opperate like the VCU, but would be all mechanical, this would slip to a certain point then lock up, engaging the rear wheels, again finding a suitable part would be the challange, but Im sure it can be done.

3rd option, is repalce VCU with a proper 3rd Diff, this way no braking effect on tight turns and permi 4x4.

Simples!!! or am I talking out of my rear diff?:blabla:

jedi said:

I mean the VCU is a ****e idea if it causes all these problems.

One way round this is to replace the rear diff with a haldex type system, but fitting one could cause problems, Mounting points etc, something would have to be fabricated. These systems are usually wired up electronically to the ABS system, so could be quite complicated to do but not impossible. They could however be wired to a switch and could be switched on (4wd) of off (2wd).

And you could even leave your seize VCU in situ.

The other option is to replace the VCU with a limited slip diff like what you get on some front/rear wheel sports cars.

It would opperate like the VCU, but would be all mechanical, this would slip to a certain point then lock up, engaging the rear wheels, again finding a suitable part would be the challange, but Im sure it can be done.

3rd option, is repalce VCU with a proper 3rd Diff, this way no braking effect on tight turns and permi 4x4.

Simples!!! or am I talking out of my rear diff?:blabla:

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Discussed on LZ in 2008!

Bugger, Im 2 years to late just found this VW has similar problems with VCU`s on their syncro badged vehicles. something similar to this would be good, a bolt on option to replace the VCU maybe?

I have Haldex on my 2000 golf, brillient system. why didnt Land rover fit this.

jedi said:

Bugger, Im 2 years to late just found this VW has similar problems with VCU`s on their syncro badged vehicles. something similar to this would be good, a bolt on option to replace the VCU maybe?

I have Haldex on my 2000 golf, brillient system. why didnt Land rover fit this.

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They have!

Its called the Gaylander 2

A har so Land Rover are slowly learning...... what about a different VCU all together, a servicable one, some interesting reading here.

How do the companies refurb the old VCU`s they take in exchange? are there any nuts/bolts on it. to drain the fluid?

If not could an old VCU be drilled, fluid drained and flushed, then refilled, and drain hole threaded and bolt inserted?.

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yu are trying to re-invent the wheel!

So no one has come up with a solution?

Yes.
But its too expensive. Buy a Nissan - its already built in. Or a Disco.

jedi said:

Simples!!! or am I talking out of my rear diff?:blabla:

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Sorry to say you are. Simples it aint.

Hi guys!

New to the forum! My name is Philippos and i own a 2004 freelander 1.8 i also have a boat and i'm having problems in the ramp!
I read about the 1.467 ratio and i'm wondering (if you know any tricks) how can i engage that mode!

do you have any suggestions???

thanks!

Buy another vehicle.