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Mossberg



Member Since: 29 Feb 2020
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United Kingdom 1993 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Aintree Green
New to Defenders and need some advice.
I am looking for some advice please folks.

I have just purchased a defender (1993) that started life as a 200tdi but now has a 300tdi with R380 gearbox and the 300 tdi rear axle.

I want this Landy to last me a few years so I want to treat it well and hopefully it will reward me with many years of service.

I want to change the timing belt. It last had one about 7 years ago (20k miles) so want the peace of mind from having a new one. I will get someone to do this for me but would like to know if it is recommended to do anything else at the same time. Are there any other seals, gaskets or other recommended jobs that are an advantage to have done at the same time.

I also noticed on the Paddocks site that there are two types for the 300tdi - how can I tell which I need? As the engine is not the one from the original truck, what can I do to find out? I do have the engine number if that helps.

Thanks in advance for any help you can give.

M
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Tompoole



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England 2004 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Java Black
do idler and tensioner too should buy genuine / OEM kit from somewhere like dingo crofts for cam belt.
id do P gasket and water pump while you are at it too. Have fun be happy
Post #818528 6th Mar 2020 6:25pm
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donmacn



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well, if peace of mind is the objective, when I was into the timing chest, as well as the tensioner and the belt, I think I'd look at the camshaft and crankshaft seals. Draining the oil beforehand wouldn't be such a big deal/expense.

You might find removing the camshaft and crank pulleys is extra work, but if they are removed, seals replaced, and then pulleys back on, you shouldn't need to go back in there for a long time.

I'd say that mileaGe-wise 20k since the last change isn't a big deal, but after 7 years I can see where you're coming from. Donald

1994 Defender 300Tdi 110 SW - owned since 2002 - 230k miles and going strong
(The 'rolling restoration' or tinkering thread: http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic58538.html )
2000 Range Rover P38 4.0L V8

in the past..
RR classic - fitted with 200Tdi
1984 RR classic - V8 with ZF auto box
1993 Discovery 300Tdi

not to mention the minis and the Type 2 VW camper...
Post #818545 6th Mar 2020 7:20pm
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Mossberg



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United Kingdom 1993 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Aintree Green
Is the OEM kit recommended or is it not really needed. Paddock do three kits,
Timing belt kit STC4096L
or STC4096LDR – Includes seals?
or STC4096LG – OEM – Is this better??
I presume I will have to order the seals separate if getting the OEM kit.

Also, Water pump, PEB500090G – OEM – Twice the price of Britpart (is it worth getting the bolt set to go with it?)

P Gasket metal – PET100790G – Metal P gasket but Britpart – is this the one to go for?

And one more thing, I want to change the Serpentine Belt as the one that's on is showing signs of age. Is there only one type on the 300tdi, or if there are more how can I tell which I have? The belt that is on does not seem to have any marks or numbers on it.

Sorry for all the questions but I want to get the items on order due to the virus shutting so many things down!

Thank you for your help.

Mick
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LR90XS2011



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United Kingdom 2011 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Galway Green
dont buy Britpart if you want a trouble free life DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,

I hope everyone is well and your land rovers make you happy
Post #820776 23rd Mar 2020 6:21am
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jfh



Member Since: 08 Jan 2014
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South Africa 2007 Defender 110 300 Tdi SW Chawton White
Always opt for the most expensive part that you can afford.

Not that it will automatically be better quality but it will definitely cut out the majority of crap available.
Avoid Britpart if possible, although their non mechanical parts are more reliable than their mechanical parts.

Their are two different lengths of belts. I can't remember the numbers but it is all about the alternator pulley size.
Post #820777 23rd Mar 2020 6:24am
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yostumpy



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20k miles is not very much. When I replaced mine it had 90k and 13 years on it, still looked like new, but had probably stretched a tad. 'Volvo XC 70, taking the rough with the smooth’
Post #825426 15th Apr 2020 6:14am
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Ant knee



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United Kingdom 2005 Defender 90 Td5 HT Coniston Green
Hi, there are two different length serpentine belt on the 300, if you check the alternator pulley sizes , if you have the large pulley you need the long belt, if that’s makes sense
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BogMonster



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Falkland Islands 2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 USW Corris Grey
The early type 300s have a bigger alternator pulley (61mm dia from memory) while the later ones (from about 1996 on) have a smaller pulley (again from memory, but I think 49mm) and a slightly shorter serp belt. ---
2006 Defender 110 SW 300Tdi • 2011 Ford Ranger XLT crewcab • 2015 Defender 110 Station Wagon Utility TDCi
Post #825971 17th Apr 2020 10:42am
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Mossberg



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United Kingdom 1993 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Aintree Green
Many thanks folks. Managed to measure the pulley and it is the smaller diameter one. I just need to get my list of items to order (for a full service) and get the stuff ordered.

I noticed a thread where someone had used a garden sprayer for loading diff oil etc. They just took the nozzle off, pressurised it and let it do its stuff. I thought that was a good idea so that will be on the next shopping list!

Typically I have got the vehicle, its nice weather and I have work for the first time in ages!!!

M
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yostumpy



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I thought the OP mentioned 'timing belt', this is obviously not the serpentine belt. Clarification needed. You cannot actually see the timing belt. unless...... 'Volvo XC 70, taking the rough with the smooth’
Post #826018 17th Apr 2020 3:25pm
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Mossberg



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United Kingdom 1993 Defender 90 300 Tdi HT Aintree Green
The thread drifted Stumpy. When I was looking to order the timing belt I noticed there were 2 different ones for the 300tdi and asked what the difference was so I didn't get the wrong one!
Post #826033 17th Apr 2020 5:24pm
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