Member Since: 31 Aug 2020
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Disco mod regrets...
Hi everyone,
I bought my first Disco (2006 D3 2.7L TDV6 S) last month and immediately fell in love with it.
I’ve been toying with the idea of adding a few mods / upgrades.
I’d like to add a snorkel, roof mounted LED light bar and some magnetic floods at the rear that I can plug in and use when necessary.
Interior wise, I want to change the head unit for a pioneer touchscreen with Apple Car Play and add a dash cam.
My only issue is, I adore my [removed offensive word for fear of further berating from group members]. I don't want to do is add something I’ll later regret.
What’s your experiences with mods and upgrades that you’ve turned out to regret?
Should I just go ahead anyway and see how I feel?
I want a comfortable mix between practice everyday vehicle and full off-road beast with all the gadgets I could possibly need.
What has been your favourite mods?
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29th Sep 2020 11:44 pm
pagoda
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You might regret calling it a truck... PAGODA
30th Sep 2020 12:13 am
AdamRandall
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I’ve regretted a few things in life, I doubt that’ll will be one of them!
30th Sep 2020 12:15 am
Sea Raider
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why do you want a snorkel, do you plan on using it or it just for looks?
If its for looks, save you dosh.
Do the important stuff like check the oil pump and timing belt
30th Sep 2020 7:56 am
BBDisco3
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Agree with you pagoda, the D3/D4 is not a truck
30th Sep 2020 8:25 am
will.i.am
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chrome lol, just steer away from chrome
one bit of advice is plan your electrics and any mods including wiring from the start so that you run all your wires at the same time.
also, if you do any engine mapping mods, increase your service scrutiny and oil changes - the only way you will stop a tdv6 itself.
As already said if not done do belts, and fit new oil pump.
Likewise the gearbox may benefit from a MegaFlush, consider changing all transmission fluids too.
Brakes & tyres are very important. If on oversize wheels you may benefit from reducing to 17" or 18".
Good luck.
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30th Sep 2020 8:57 am
jamez79
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Not allowed to call it a Truck or a Jeep!
The Disco's are very capable off road anyway, a decent set of tyres is the best advice for off roading.
If you want the best between both worlds of everyday comfort and off road, maybe get an extra set wheels so you can swap depending on what you are using it for. Or, just buy something inbetween that looks decent and behaves well on and off road. Plenty of tyre reviews on here.
I like the idea of magnetic work lights though! Got a link at all?
Anyway, welcome to the forum.
30th Sep 2020 9:11 am
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30th Sep 2020 9:19 am
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Very few mods are actually permanent. You can always take stuff off again.Richard
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30th Sep 2020 9:24 am
gstuart
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Plus 1 , what’s already been mentioned
Also if I may add , plse ensure to advise ur insurance company regarding any mods that u may do
Very few mods are actually permanent. You can always take stuff off again.
Can't be said of DG though. .
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30th Sep 2020 10:56 am
AdamRandall
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jamez79 wrote:
Not allowed to call it a Truck or a Jeep!
The Disco's are very capable off road anyway, a decent set of tyres is the best advice for off roading.
If you want the best between both worlds of everyday comfort and off road, maybe get an extra set wheels so you can swap depending on what you are using it for. Or, just buy something inbetween that looks decent and behaves well on and off road. Plenty of tyre reviews on here.
I like the idea of magnetic work lights though! Got a link at all?
Anyway, welcome to the forum.
I have 2 sets of wheels already. 20" split 5 spokes (I believe they came from a RR sport) and a set of 18" 5 spokes that came on the car from factory. I didn't like to the ride from the 20's because of the low profile tyres. I'll check out some of the tyre reviews today and see what's best in the middle ground.
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itself.
... All LED interiors lights, DRLs, Spare Wheel protector.
