Dlander Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Hi I'm putting a v8 in the Dlander and I want to move the engine forward so it sits in its normal position in the chassis currently the r380 gearstick is in the correct position with the 300tdi engine 10 inches back from its normal position running modified props. Because the v8 will need plugs changing access will be a problem if its 10 inches back. Also it would be nice to be able to run standard propshafts Here's the problem if I put the v8 in its correct position it will presumably move the gear lever 10 inches forward and put it under the dash. Has anyone played with the selector unit that hangs off the back of the p38 box and can this be made to fit a disco r380? Does anyone have one that they would donate to the cause or sell really cheaply so I can play? Cheers Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenstream Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Wrong post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluespanner Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 You must be using a stumpy r380? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtydiesel Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 Here's the problem if I put the v8 in its correct position it will presumably move the gear lever 10 inches forward and put it under the dash. Has anyone played with the selector unit that hangs off the back of the p38 box and can this be made to fit a disco r380?Does anyone have one that they would donate to the cause or sell really cheaply so I can play? Cheers Richard You do realise that the v8 won't bolt up to the 300tdi gearbox? I'm pretty sure that the v8 r380 has a longer bellhousing by a couple of inches, that'll move your sticks back a little Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I believe Rich is using the engine + box from a V8 Disco. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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