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Naf



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TD5 to 3.2 TDCI conversion
I have seen a few threads about a puma 2.2/2.4 to 3.2 conversion, and found the MT82 would need beefier bearings installed. Luck would have i where i found a 3.2 ranger and a MT82 gearbox for about 4000 pounds,

I know i would need an ecu calibrated,
-who is able to do that?

The gearbox would have to be upgraded
-Ashcroft?

Could i run the stock TD5 dash or would i have to swap to the Puma dash?

The clutch is also needed, as well as new engine mounts and even gearbox mounts.

What else am i missing?

I am trying to maximize my container shipment so i am not wasting time and money shipping parts across the oceans...
Post #710855 5th Jun 2018 9:06am
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zsd-puma



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the main reason for upgrading a Puma engine to a 3.2 is it's still a Puma engine and will mate up to the existing mountings and gearbox. You'd probably need the Puma speedo, which pretty much means a whole puma dash.

If you want to upgrade a TD5 there are probably better options. Such as a Cummins lorry engine, which could be fitted for the same or less work. Or just sell your TD5 and buy a Puma Defender.
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LANDROVER



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I thought that the Ranger was not the ideal engine for the conversion.

I believe that the only successful conversions where done with transit engines and gearboxes. Using a ecu from the transit.

Starting with a factory puma powered land rover.

M & D offer solutions for fitting different engines to the MT82 gearbox and also a 3.2 conversion. I believe they use a standalone ECU to run the engine.

Might be worth contacting them?
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NickMc



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General consensus is it’s nice to say I’ve a 3.2 Tdci, but it’s not actually that great a conversion and expensive. Much better power plants out there.
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Everyone keeps saying they're better conversions, but never say like...? Unless you go full on LS3? Cummins seem too heavy, so what is there? James
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big steve



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It’s doable it a cheap conversion if your brave Enuff to do it yourself 2015 2.2 tdci hardtop xs
3.2 conversion DONE 238bhp and 707nm torque and thats just the start ;-P
hybrid turbo in build -done ready to fit
ashcroft atb in transfer box
6 speed auto in build
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NickMc



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But you’ve got to have the skills to pay the bills like you Steve!
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big steve



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Maybe so but inc buying the engine I didn’t pay over 5k for my hole conversion ? 2015 2.2 tdci hardtop xs
3.2 conversion DONE 238bhp and 707nm torque and thats just the start ;-P
hybrid turbo in build -done ready to fit
ashcroft atb in transfer box
6 speed auto in build
Post #712850 17th Jun 2018 5:46pm
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NickMc



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Last time I pass a compliment Laughing
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big steve



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Thumbs Up simple old wood worker lol 2015 2.2 tdci hardtop xs
3.2 conversion DONE 238bhp and 707nm torque and thats just the start ;-P
hybrid turbo in build -done ready to fit
ashcroft atb in transfer box
6 speed auto in build
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