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« on: July 31, 2007, 17:49:44 »
Hi there,

Ive a 1991 200tdi, and was wondering if it is possible to convert it to auto? Ive heard a few things like a zf 4speed auto will do it, others tell me that im better off converting to a 300tdi and auto box from a discovery.

Has anyone done this?
Can anyone offer suggestions or just throw some daylight on the matter?

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« Reply #1 on: July 31, 2007, 18:09:29 »
You need the auto box from a 200tdi disco. Or an adaptor ring like the one fitted to mine. But mine is a 3 speed auto.

Paul
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« Reply #2 on: July 31, 2007, 19:24:04 »
And an auto box from a 200 disco will go straight in?

Are these widely available? or is it more of a hens teeth matter?
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« Reply #3 on: July 31, 2007, 22:07:48 »
Auto boxes are for girlies who cant use a clutch. Ha ha ha!

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« Reply #4 on: July 31, 2007, 22:15:36 »
Quote from: "unknownmanxman"
it more of a hens teeth matter?


It is, best bet is to buy a Disco with one fitted so you get all the bits. I have seen them go for as little as £400 on ebay, when you can find them.

Paul
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« Reply #5 on: July 31, 2007, 22:37:29 »
Dave... Your just getting worried now!! hehe. Im just trying to compensate for my lack of driver ability!! :)
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« Reply #6 on: August 01, 2007, 11:05:11 »
Paul, Ive found a disco 200tdi auto box. Will this Bolt straight up to my defender 200tdi. Will i have to move my engine mounts at all?

So i guess really what im asking is, whats involved in doing this?

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Jon - The Unknownmanxman

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1991 - Defender 90 200Tdi - See the spec http://www.j33p.org/_club/rides_view.cfm?ride_id=36
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