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TDEye

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  1. If you use a Plug and Play system like the terrafirma power plug, then you could fit or unfit as you saw fit It seems that Dastek are no longer selling in the UK and for Land Rover at least, Terrafirma have taken over. I fitted one of these to mine and it hasn't disappointed. You get the torque you are after and a good power boost. It regulates several different areas of the engine, so it's not just one of those "trick the ECU" things. Perhaps something to consider before getting a quote from your insurer for an ECU remap. Eye
  2. Whether you are looking for a standard replacement set of disks or pads, or an upgrade, I spoke to the guys at JSF 4x4 in Norwich and found them to be massively helpful. As they said to me, they can get hold of all BRITPART pads and disks that Paddock will offer, but they run a policy of only stocking parts that they would fit in their own workshop. The trouble with the Britpart stuff is that they rebox absolutely everything, so you have no idea what is inside the box and when you speak in terms of value, you need to consider both the price and the quality of what you are getting. JSF had a choice of about six different recognised brands of pad when I was looking such as Ferodo, Mintex, Lucas, Land Rover. On the front of my TD5 I fitted Allmakes cross-drilled and grooved brake disks (part no: SDB000380CDG) and TRW brake pads (part no SFP500150P) as the compound is meant to offer more bite from cold and minimise fade when hard on the anchors (I mainly use my Disco for towing). Apart from anything else the disks look the part, are machined to perfection and are self cleaning. I haven't done anything with the rears yet. I would give them a call and see what they recommend. I spoke to a chap called Paul last time around. He would be able to tell you what's involved in the fitting. Eye
  3. Just to follow up after what was a great weekend for driving. Here's the improvements that the terrafirma website claims: 40 BHP Extra 60 ft lb Extra 5% to 10% better fuel consumption If these are indeed accurate then there are significant gains in both BHP and torque. My observations in my previous post were just from my test journey. The real test will happen next weekend when I get to tow. That said, this weekend was bundles of fun around my local roads plus I got full approval from the Missus who wants to steal the keys for herself. Anyway. I would fully recommend one of these, based mainly on the fact that it (touch-wood) hasn't disappointed, was so simple to install and can be moved from one vehicle to another. Can I ask why suspension parts should have any relevence to diesel power upgrades?
  4. Thought I would post the update so as to sign off this thread properly. I received my Terrafirma power plug today, and I have to say, it is brilliant. I fitted it during my lunch break using the instructions provided in the box. The subsequent 6 mile test was seriously fun. The power gain is hugely noticeable in the high rev ranges (I expect more so on manuals like mine than TD5 automatics) and much quicker from standing starts. Haven't towed in it yet mind, which was the purpose for getting it in the first place (that test will happen next weekend), but unless my engine dies on the way home tonight, or something else as dramatic occurs, I would have to say that this bit of kit is a winner and although I am without the help of a rolling road, in my opinion the power improvements match the 40bhp claimed on the website. All this on a day where the Missus made me peanut butter and tomato sandwiches. Aaah. Simple Pleasures. Happy days. Eye
  5. I have to say that Fridge puts it much more eliquently. Pictures do say a thousand words.
  6. Hi, I think this all depends on how tuned-up your vehicle is. For high-performance engines, forcing cold-air will more noticeably improve the engines efficiency, and (in my opinion) give a more satisfying engine noise. For standard engines their may be minimal difference if any at all. That said, my general rule when looking at things like this is to do what is optimal within the budget I have set myself, so as in the case here, if I could get it to reach cold air within my budget then that's what I would do. I have seen certain manufacturers such as AIRAID offer heat-shields with some of their simpler intake kits, although I haven't looked into one to fit a Land Rover yet. Might be worth looking into. Eye
  7. Thanks a lot for taking the time to welcome a new member. I am sceptical about buying anything that claims to enhance the performance of an engine. That said, reading around on the internet, there seems to be quite a few people claiming that the Dastek Power Plug works differently to simply adding resistance to a circuit. "The Power Plug interacts with an engine’s ECU to optimize the air / fuel mixture, timing, boost and injector pressures under various loads and driving conditions ....... all the changes occur within this unit and are electrically communicated to your vehicle’s engine control system. No changes are made within the OEM computer, and thus all the engine safety parameters as set by the manufacturer remain in place." If the Dastek powerplug is effectively the Terrafirma powerplug then I assume the same could be said for them too. I think, as this is mainly to give me more power for towing, as opposed to giving me more off-road power, I may just take a punt with the Power Plug and let you guys know what happens. I guess if it isn't any good then I can just take it out again and get my money back. Will keep you posted.
  8. Thanks for the replies. Looked at Bell Auto Services, they appear to both tuning and cipping but both appear more expensive than the powerplug and require them to be installed, where as the powerplugs are something that they say I can fit. 'Plug and Play' they call it. Something odd though. The label on the terrsfirma powerplugs say UNICHIP on them. When I looked up Unichip on Google I got a company called DASTEK. What's all that about? Tony, who's "Porny" and how do I "Member" him?
  9. Hello, I am fairly new to the Land Rover world and this is my maiden post on this forum. I wanted to find out if anyone has fitted a Terrafirma Power Plug? http://www.terrafirma4x4.com/products_php....t=13&grp=81. I have just bought a Discovery TD5 () and want to get more power out of it, mainly for trailing my race car. Is Terrafirma a well recognised brand for Diesel power upgrades, does anyone know of other diesel chips that are available? Thankyou for your replies in advance.
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