04 Land Rover Discovery II

[MStudt]

Just figured I'd start my build thread here since the LR forums are pretty lame. Nothing to crazy going on with it, just a little bit here and there.


I've already got some parts on order. Ordered a 2" Terrafirma lift, 265/65/18 Falken tires, and all the paint I need to paint the wheels graphite.

 

[T4R2014]

So did the parts arrive yet?

 

[MStudt]

So did the parts arrive yet?

Of course the lift I ordered had to be on back order until the 8th. Plus I had a minor procedure last week that's going to keep me from installing it for at least a couple weeks. However, I did receive all the paint I need for the wheels, and the new tires.

 

[JoeDirt4runner]

Nice, I really like those discos, but they are just way too expensive for me right now.

 

[MStudt]

Nice, I really like those discos, but they are just way too expensive for me right now.

They're not that bad to be honest. I also had a trade in and cash in hand so the deal got a little better.

 

[MStudt]

The lift is finally here!

Terrafirma 2" Shocks


Terrafirma 2" Springs


Dupli-Color Wheel Paint


Falken Tires x5


I ordered some steel to build a new platform in the 4runner yesterday. If that shows up I'm working on the 4runner all weekend. If not, I'll most likely be working on Rover lift.

 

[MStudt]

Put the 2" lift on yesterday and it went pretty smooth.

Before:


After:


I'm getting the tires mounted this week, and then I need to paint the wheels.

 

[gshadow325]

I'm getting the tires mounted this week, and then I need to paint the wheels.

put the truck on jack stands. remove wheels. take wheels to tire place to dismount tires. take home and paint. then reinstall new tireas and new painted wheels.

 

[MStudt]

put the truck on jack stands. remove wheels. take wheels to tire place to dismount tires. take home and paint. then reinstall new tireas and new painted wheels.

Easier to take the Rover with the new tires in the back. Kind of hard to haul 5 wheels with tires already on them, and 5 new tires.

 

[T4R2014]

Updates?

 

[MStudt]

Updates?

Hoping to have some updates within the next couple weeks. I'e been working on the 4runner and the house lately.

Should be getting the new tires mounted this week at least.

 

[MStudt]

Dropping to Rover off tonight, and getting the new tires mounted tomorrow. I'm hoping to get started on the painting the wheels this weekend.

Another project is getting ready to start on this as well. I'm adding an aluminum cooking area to the rear door. Stay tuned for more on this.

 

[MStudt]

New tires are on, and I'll get a picture of that up tonight.

I've already moved onto the next project. I'm building a cook area that will be mounted on the rear door, and it's going to be build from 3003 aluminum. This is the first section, and the main section that'll replace the original interior panel. I still need to cut out where the handle is, and drill all the screw holes. This took me around 2 hours to cut out and sand.

This section is from 1/8" 3003 aluminum.

 

[MStudt]

Installed the rear panel. Now I'm planning for a fold down table/storage that hold/house my camp stove. I'm also going to mount a flashlight, fire extinguisher, and fuel canister on the panel.

 

[Taco04]

Panel looks great! How about some pictures of those tire mounted now...opcorn:

 

[MStudt]

Panel looks great! How about some pictures of those tire mounted now...opcorn:

I have one but don't like how it looks, lol.

I'll going to be working on it Sunday and I'll get some better pictures. I've had them mounted for over a month now, and don't have any good pictures. This is what happens when your wife decides she likes driving it more than her Jeep.

 

[MStudt]

I finally have some pictures of the new tires. Nothing too big, but still an overall height gain of about 4". I still need to paint the wheels, but I down't think that weather is going to stay warm for much longer.

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I was able to do the D1 wiper swap, and get my Ultra Gauge installed.

 

[ebg18t]

Your off to a great start.

Add the coolant temp to your UG. These trucks are super sensitive and you need to keep the temps under 208deg or so.


Be careful on the TF front springs. I had 2 sets sag on me before I went to the RTE front springs. If you need ideas or info let me know. My D2 was an awesome truck. I wish I still had it.

 

[MStudt]

Your off to a great start.

Add the coolant temp to your UG. These trucks are super sensitive and you need to keep the temps under 208deg or so.


Be careful on the TF front springs. I had 2 sets sag on me before I went to the RTE front springs. If you need ideas or info let me know. My D2 was an awesome truck. I wish I still had it.

I do need to look into programming the UG. I'm currently battling the P1412 and P1415 codes. Been dealing with those for a couple months, and I think the SAI pump finally gave out. Thanks for the information on the springs too!

Mike

 

[ebg18t]

I do need to look into programming the UG. I'm currently battling the P1412 and P1415 codes. Been dealing with those for a couple months, and I think the SAI pump finally gave out. Thanks for the information on the springs too!

Mike

Mike - jump the relay on the SAI and see if it comes on. That is the easiest way to test it. Also make sure you downloaded the RAVE, it will make you life much easier. Good luck.