Classic4X4
Well-known member
Good Morning Gentlemen,
I believe it is time for a new transfer box in the 90. Was hoping to consult the experts before bench pressing the thing
I have a “clunk” when I roll on or off on the throttle too harshly that is particularly annoying shifting into 3rd.
I’ve replaced my U-J’s, bushings, and A Frame ball joint. My axle diff’s seem healthy as well.
From what I’ve read on the forums it seems like this is my center differential - When I lock the center differential this “slack” seems to go away (Is my logic sound?)
It’s a 1986 90 with a discovery 200TDI, LT77 and I believe, the original 1.6 Transfer Box – I currently have it on 32” (265’s) Tires
I max out at 55mph on the highway at ~2000rpm – I’d like to replace the unit with gearing that will allow me to reach ~70mph – that being said, its already a bit laborious to get her moving in first gear.
So my questions are
1: Recommendations on gearing to suit my needs? (Maybe 1.4 box with taller 5th?)
2: Should this be a direct swap? Will I have to change gearing of anything else?
3: Best supplier and recommended upgrades? (Thinking Ashcroft)
As always - many thanks for your consideration, time and help - always a pleasure on here
I believe it is time for a new transfer box in the 90. Was hoping to consult the experts before bench pressing the thing
I have a “clunk” when I roll on or off on the throttle too harshly that is particularly annoying shifting into 3rd.
I’ve replaced my U-J’s, bushings, and A Frame ball joint. My axle diff’s seem healthy as well.
From what I’ve read on the forums it seems like this is my center differential - When I lock the center differential this “slack” seems to go away (Is my logic sound?)
It’s a 1986 90 with a discovery 200TDI, LT77 and I believe, the original 1.6 Transfer Box – I currently have it on 32” (265’s) Tires
I max out at 55mph on the highway at ~2000rpm – I’d like to replace the unit with gearing that will allow me to reach ~70mph – that being said, its already a bit laborious to get her moving in first gear.
So my questions are
1: Recommendations on gearing to suit my needs? (Maybe 1.4 box with taller 5th?)
2: Should this be a direct swap? Will I have to change gearing of anything else?
3: Best supplier and recommended upgrades? (Thinking Ashcroft)
As always - many thanks for your consideration, time and help - always a pleasure on here