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peterl

Member Since: 08 Jan 2009
Location: Pembrokeshire
Posts: 308

Alternative to LT95 box

The plan was to replace the 4 speed with an auto with the v8 but am having second thoughts and think I will stick with the manual box.
Which is the best replacement, the R380 or LT85?
Will they fit onto the mounting points of the old 4 speed LT95 or will I need to modify.
Any opinions / guidance would be appreciated.

7th Apr 2018 7:02pm

JeremyJ

Member Since: 16 Nov 2011
Location: Aylesbury
Posts: 1758

I’ve gone off the LT85, mine (a recon box) is really notchy and no good at being rushed.

I still want to auto my station wagon this summer, if I do the LT85 will be available.

Have you sorted an engine for her yet?

7th Apr 2018 7:16pm

defender9

Member Since: 12 Mar 2016
Location: Fylde Coast
Posts: 1629

2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 SW Keswick Green

The LT85 in mine is quite agricultural but after driving Series Land Rovers it’s not that bad at all IMO.

7th Apr 2018 9:40pm

Hufflepuff

Member Since: 25 Oct 2014
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 727

I'd quite like to know the answers to your questions too Peterl. I'm looking to ditch the LT85 in mine for an R380, primarily for the quieter running and less agricultural feel. I assume the gearbox mounts are universally positioned, as I have not heard of anyone moving those mounts? 2005 Td5 90 XS
1989 V8 110 CSW

7th Apr 2018 11:36pm

LandRoverAnorak

Member Since: 17 Jul 2011
Location: Surrey
Posts: 11324

In terms of which is the better box, it's the R380. The LT85 was strong in its' day but the later 'L' suffix R380 is stronger and is also much nicer to use. Darren

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8th Apr 2018 6:07am

defender9

Member Since: 12 Mar 2016
Location: Fylde Coast
Posts: 1629

I would agree with the above comment but I’ll keep my original LT85 as my 90 was built with it and it’s not an everyday vehicle.

8th Apr 2018 8:23am

peterl

Member Since: 08 Jan 2009
Location: Pembrokeshire
Posts: 308

Jeremy, have got a 4.6 going in, just sorting out a gearbox. I have a 4 speed auto which I could use but preferring the manual route. R380 is the option but I need a v8 belhousing and they are rare....
May do a deal for my auto , it’s full recon and done approx 100 miles.
Pm me if you are interested.

Pete

8th Apr 2018 5:12pm

oneten110

Member Since: 02 Jul 2011
Location: Wish I was still in France
Posts: 741

I replaced the LT 95 box in mine with the R380. You will also need the LT 230 transfer box and a different front prop shaft. Not to mention seat box, tunnel and floor plates.
It was 20 years ago when I did the switch but I have recollections of having to change the gearbox mounting brackets on the chassis as well, a simple check of the parts list will show if this is the case. They are not a big job to replace because they are bolted to the chassis

11th Jul 2018 10:22pm

peterl

Member Since: 08 Jan 2009
Location: Pembrokeshire
Posts: 308

Gone auto, be out of the workshop soon.....

22nd Sep 2018 1:58pm

peterl

Member Since: 08 Jan 2009
Location: Pembrokeshire
Posts: 308

Looking to go back to manual, a four speed auto doesn't feel right, even if it does scare the sh** out of me when booted.

Pete

4th Sep 2019 6:06pm

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