Ericjlamyot Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 I'm looking at purchasing an 01 Discovery II, which would be my first Land Rover, but noticed the ACE pump and double reservoir are absent and of course the accompanying error light is lit on the dash. Is there an easy way to confirm if a proper anti-roll bar kit was installed? I'm thinking the owner just pulled the system when he rebuilt the engine and didn't bother replacing the ACE system, but I can't be sure. The current owner purchased the vehicle used with a blown engine with the intention to rebuild and sell. He is not a Land Rover guy. Other than this concern, the truck is in impeccable shape and runs very well. I appreciate any input/advice. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blanco Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Welcome.. I would say the first thing is that the ACE system doesn't really look like an anti-roll bar anyway, so if it has a full length bar with return ends and drop links then it has had a D2 anti-roll or sway bar fitted. Not sure how the trans-Atlantic market was but not all Europe market disco's had the system anyway, base models, 5 seater's and commercial versions were often specified without. If the truck is otherwise in good shape I wouldn't say its a deal breaker just a negotiation lever. I never had it and never missed it on mine, but I know people who do road miles really appreciate an ACE system in good order. Search on here for the common ailments and fixes, make sure you get any displaced parts for future tinkering and go for it .... at the right price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericjlamyot Posted May 5, 2020 Author Share Posted May 5, 2020 1 minute ago, Blanco said: Welcome.. I would say the first thing is that the ACE system doesn't really look like an anti-roll bar anyway, so if it has a full length bar with return ends and drop links then it has had a D2 anti-roll or sway bar fitted. Not sure how the trans-Atlantic market was but not all Europe market disco's had the system anyway, base models, 5 seater's and commercial versions were often specified without. If the truck is otherwise in good shape I wouldn't say its a deal breaker just a negotiation lever. I never had it and never missed it on mine, but I know people who do road miles really appreciate an ACE system in good order. Search on here for the common ailments and fixes, make sure you get any displaced parts for future tinkering and go for it .... at the right price. Thank you! I just posted a couple photos of the under carriage. I could be wrong but it looks like the anti-roll kit is installed. Either way, your input has given me the confidence to move forward with the purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blanco Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 We can't see from the picture you posted, but if the lateral bar goes the full width then that would be conclusive. We look forward to seeing a bit more of it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawl12 Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 (edited) I think it's far easier just to look in the right front wheel arch for the ACE hydraulic ram on the inner wing in front of the wheel. If it's not there, you've definitely got no ACE. If it's fitted , but the connection ports don't have hydraulic pipes going elsewhere, it's been disabled, but you've not got the correct non ACE ARB . Edited May 10, 2020 by Pawl12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.