Overland Journal: Discovery I, 5-speed

[jeffryscott]

Does the DI require premium gas like the DII?

yes. Although lots of people don't run premium, but I've heard too much about messed up valves from not running premium, so mine always had it (one reason I sold it ... 13 mpg and premium = $$$$$$) Oh how I miss it though.

 

[Dolomiti]

I do plan on that. One of the main reasons I purchased this vehicle is the whole concept of buying "pinnacle" vehicles. Buy the vehicles that were at the pinnacle of trail performance and robustness, yet also had fuel injection and 70 mph road stability. But also buying just before the ridiculous luxo SUV phase, where everything is over-complicated and electronic.

I believe (just IMHO) that the Defender, Disco I, FZJ80, Trooper, Gen. 1 Tacoma and early 90's Truck, all of the EFI 4Runners to 2003, and maybe a few others (like the Jeep Cherokee) represent that. The vehicles were still built with the concept of utility, before the soccer mom killed the whole segments usefullness.

I will still build modern platforms, but will likely wait until a diesel is available.

It will almost certainly be a 4-door, long bed Tacoma or the JK Unlimited.

Awesome concept - don't forget about the mid to late 90s Montero SR ... like a poor man's landcruiser

 

[kcowyo]

:iagree:


I've looked long and hard at the '95 Montero SR, available with a locking differential, 3.5ltr V6, 3 way adjustable suspension, 5 speed adjustable transmission, and 3rd row seats. Some great options from a world class manufacturer. The Montero/Pajero is the most succesful vehicle in the Paris Dakar Rally.

I'm not aware of another vehicle available in the US with a manual tranny, locking diff and 3rd row seating. A Montero SR build would make a great sleeper vehicle.

 

[rripatti]

Hi Scott,

Thanks again for your input in my own white disco 5-speed on the other thread!

After reading your thread again, I was wondering if you plan to regear your truck given that you are going from a 29 inch tire to almost a 32" tire? if you are, what ratio where you thinking?

 

[Green96D1]

What is the difference between the Discovery I and the Discovery II? How do you tell them apart at a glance?

heres a my disco in front and my mothers black D2

 

[Scott Brady]

Hi Scott,

Thanks again for your input in my own white disco 5-speed on the other thread!

After reading your thread again, I was wondering if you plan to regear your truck given that you are going from a 29 inch tire to almost a 32" tire? if you are, what ratio where you thinking?

Yes, we will be installing 4.10's and HD axles.

 

[rripatti]

Awesome! I'm guessing you will be going with Great Basin Rover's combo?
If i remember correctly the speedo gear is taken from the transmission so with the 4:10's and 32" tires, your speedo should be pretty close to accurate reading.

or maybe im' thinking wrong, i'm such a noob haha!

Yes, we will be installing 4.10's and HD axles.

 

[Green96D1]

Awesome! I'm guessing you will be going with Great Basin Rover's combo?
If i remember correctly the speedo gear is taken from the transmission so with the 4:10's and 32" tires, your speedo should be pretty close to accurate reading.

or maybe im' thinking wrong, i'm such a noob haha!

I love noobs

I like helping them.:wings:

GBR is great

also for hd axles check out Rovertracks.

keith is agreat guy and his products are extremely tough

 

[rripatti]

haha, thanks Green96! i guess you could say i got the full blown rover fever! I'll stay with my stock axles for now but i'll be sure to speak with GBR and Rovertracks as a preventative measure

I love noobs

I like helping them.:wings:

GBR is great

also for hd axles check out Rovertracks.

keith is agreat guy and his products are extremely tough

 

[gjackson]

keith is agreat guy and his products are extremely tough

2x
And he's a forum member to boot!

cheers

 

[Andrew Walcker]

also for hd axles check out Rovertracks.

keith is agreat guy and his products are extremely tough

Oh great, there you go inflating Keith's head even more! :shakin:

X3, planning on his front axles.

 

[ckkone]

This is going to be a great thread, I friggin luv rovers..

 

[david despain]

http://www.discoweb.org/forums/showthread.php?t=42392
scott, you should pick this one up for spare parts or as a faster way to the enging swap.

 

[FourByLand]

Mr. Brady,

I was browsing this thread and took note of the lack of photos... any updates would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Mr. Burrows

 

[Andrew Walcker]

Mr. Brady,

I was browsing this thread and took note of the lack of photos... any updates would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Mr. Burrows

Mr. Brady:

I would concur with Mr. Burrows above request to provide us with some picture depictions of the afore-mentioned vehcile. Your prompt attention to this matter would be greatly appreciated by the readership of this esteemed site.

Yours Truly,

Mr. Walcker

:shakin: