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2hel



Member Since: 28 Nov 2022
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Ashcroft 1.2 transfer box
Morning all,

I think I'm finally ready to push the button and order the ashcroft 1.2 transfer box for my 90 TD5.. though I am onnthe fence about paying the extra for a 'sleeved' casing? Is it worth the extra for those that have gone with it? Generally I use the defender on the road maybe 3k miles a year, I'm just sick of driving at 60mph on the motorways so hoping the 1.2 let's me sit at 70mph easier.

Thanks all
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jst



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If the engine has the grunt and ratios for rpm work then it will be a good upgrade.

After having the middle shaft bushing fail on a 73k puma I go for sleeved now. Cheers

James
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Post #1066584 29th Apr 2025 9:14am
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2hel



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It's got a stage 1 Alive tuning remap so hopefully the low end will be OK with the 1.2
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rustandoil



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I went for the sleeved option....and while I was ordering, ticked every other option too!! Rolling with laughter
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jst



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2hel wrote:
It's got a stage 1 Alive tuning remap so hopefully the low end will be OK with the 1.2


Depends on lots more, run it though ashcroft calculator and see if revs are in right range, if so good to go. Cheers

James
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90 2010 Hardtop
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2hel



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Oh don't say that I've gone and placed the order Laughing

I'll have a double check thanks mate
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jst



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Unless you have oversized tyres, run heavy, tow alot.on hilly areas and have roof rack loaded up and are on std diffs I am sure it will work fine. Cheers

James
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Post #1066625 29th Apr 2025 6:39pm
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2hel



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I do have oversized tyres 265/65/18

Ran the calculator on their site and seems it should be a noticeable difference with motorway speeds which is the goal Thumbs Up
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jst



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200rpm per 10mph? Cheers

James
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90 2010 Hardtop
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jst



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200rpm per change for 1.4 to 1.2? Cheers

James
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130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
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TexasRover



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2hel wrote:
I do have oversized tyres 265/65/18

Ran the calculator on their site and seems it should be a noticeable difference with motorway speeds which is the goal Thumbs Up


The R380/Td5 runs fairly high revs in stock at motorway speeds and comfortable can take another gear. I have a roamerdrive installed and mostly drive in '6th gear' above 55-60 mph no problem.

The problem with the 1.2 box I expect is in the lower gears where you start loosing overlap and find yourself searching for the right gear at certain speeds (3rd-4th). I am sure you get used to it.

When I got my Series it has two RR diffs (3.54) and it was awful to drive. I swapped it back to standard 4.7 diffs, much happier. You don't go far or fast in a Series so it does not matter that much.

Good luck, it will be fine.
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barbel jim



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It’ll be absolutely fine, you’ll love it, and yes the sleeved option is worth it, especially if it’s a keeper. I’m awaiting the arrival of my new transfer box from Dave
Post #1066655 29th Apr 2025 10:08pm
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