To build a Def 100 from a Disco-1

[hermanpj]

I just posted a thread on general discussion asking for advice on getting started on doing this same thing... i should have looked at the hybrid section - i'd have found this post.

so has anyone who has done this documented their work?

[Rondo]

Originally Posted by moab_jeff

I did a 97 Disco 5 speed 4L. chassis swap with my '62 serII 109 body.

Any pictures of your build?

[CliftonRover]

when/if you switch to carb do you need to get a different distributor and coil or do they still work? I just ordered a edelbrock intake manifold, edelbrock performer 500cfm carb, and air filter. Do I need a mallory distributor, or whatever the simplest version is?

[moab_jeff]

Originally Posted by CliftonRover

when/if you switch to carb do you need to get a different distributor and coil or do they still work? I just ordered a edelbrock intake manifold, edelbrock performer 500cfm carb, and air filter. Do I need a mallory distributor, or whatever the simplest version is?

The spark coils are controlled by the GEMS. If you get rid of that you will need a distributor/coil etc. The GEMS also runs the fuel pump. I found that everything works fine as is after the Dealer got the BRAIN to work. You do still need the alarm module however, even when it is disabled. Good luck! Jeff

[landylass]

If anyone's done a build like this, and has the info/pics, pls can they drop me a pm? Thanks