I have a 2004 Disco w/ the Bosh and replaced the radiator a few months ago. I disconnected the trans cooler line when doing so and apparently when I reassembled everything I failed to connect the trans line (drivers side) correctly. Subsequently it leaked just enough to allow the hot oil to melt the plastic cap that help the clip engage over the ridge on the cooler intake pipe....and had a complete oil blow out.
I haven't been able to find a used replacement part and am told that they haven't made that part (OEM or aftermarket) for years. I have tried unsuccessfully to rig it up myself. It was recommended to me that I find a hydraulic shop to manufacture a replacement but have been unable to find one that will take it on.
My questions are:
1) Does anyone have a idea where I can find a replacement?
2) Has anyone put an aftermarket oil cooler into there Disco 2?
Ive seen several different parts numbers for the part in need but the ones you provided are different yet. I did a quick search and found the in several places but it was "out of stock" which is what Ive found so far with this part. I'll keep looking.
An aftermarket cooler would be a good way to go. You can mount it behind the grill in the stock location or you can be creative like this board member and put it underneath. https://www.instagram.com/p/BVAtlL2F1g1/
I hear you Sierrafery ...and Im aware out of stock doesn't usually mean "does not make". That said, of the dozens of places Ive called, including Atlantic British and several places over the pond (Im in the US) they ALL said that it isnt in production any longer. In any case Ill keep looking ...the part numbers you provided might be what I need.
Im positive there are many used parts on salvage Discos out there but again ...no luck tracking one down that isnt sold with atransmission.
CT090 - Very interesting stuff! I appreciate the input and will check this out further.
Maybe I'm in a bit of a mood tonight but..... Hot oil melted the plastic????? Not very likely almost definitely not. It is /was brittle from age.
The plastic piece is actually a part of the line connector and holds the coiled spring in place. These coiled spring rings are a serviceable part and commonly used on air conditioning line fittings (not on a d2 but on numerous other vehicles -Ford used them for years) the external plastic piece is depressed to expand the coiled steel ring and release the line.
In addition to that the coiled steel ring holds the connection in place and allows the rubber o rings to seal the connection
A couple of generic rubber O rings may be all that you require. I would advise getting the leaking connection apart and closely inspecting All the components.
Secondly sierrafery mentioned trans cooler lines for standard transmission?????????
I have only owned auto trans. Discos BUT have been in the automotive service industry for 30 + years and don't recall ANY standard transmission using a oil cooler! Please explain to me how they circulate manual trans oil without a pump?
Sorry I don't have time to closely study the entire manual and RAVE files.
Just trying to add some real world help without tossing parts at it
Secondly sierrafery mentioned trans cooler lines for standard transmission?????????
I have only owned auto trans. Discos BUT have been in the automotive service industry for 30 + years and don't recall ANY standard transmission using a oil cooler! Please explain to me how they circulate manual trans oil without a pump?
Sorry I don't have time to closely study the entire manual and RAVE files.
Just trying to add some real world help without tossing parts at it
As long as you dont want to study the manuals you'll have to believe me , i'm not gonna attach the files here cos it's a bit off topic anyway ... as we speak about D2 here i inform you that the R380 gearbox has it's own internal pump( Land Rover R380 Transmission Oil Pump FTC4206 | eBay , i doubt that others dont have one) and manual D2's for export in hot regions were released from factory with oil cooler... aamof i retrofitted a OE addaptor(like this ADAPTER OIL COOLER PIPES R380 GEARBOX, FTC2687 - Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts , not at that price) to mine to fit a universal oil cooler cos i didnt like to feel so hot through the console... just click on pipes(e.g. nr.4 or 5) in that parts link i posted for the OP and you'll see that the options are for manual and auto ... at least you found that out after 30 years in the business that manual gearboxes have pump as well ... :devilsorry i couldnt help myself :serious
Many of the heavier pickups are now using coolers with pumps internal to the trans. It's about time.
Way back when, the NASCAR guys started adapting pumps and coolers. They were driven by a cog belt pulley mounted to the trans output shaft. Rear differentials too.
Redtruck, when I mentioned that the plastic cover over the fitting melted, I wasnt speculating or guessing. I literally had to cut away the melted glob that WAS the cover. The spraying trans fluid also melted part of the radiator "air deflector" shroud....big mess! And I was wise enough to replace the Orings while I had it apart the first time. But again I appreciate the input.
My plan was to go the aftermarket replacement route and I did buy one. The tech I called and ordered the part from assured me (after I explained in detail my situation) that the kit I was purchasing included everything needed to to a retro fit of the new trans cooler. So after I drove the 2 hrs to the barn that my Disco had been sitting in since my latest trans problem, the kit contained everything I except the transition piece I needed....very similar to the pic Redtruck included. After beating myself up over not going through all the components prior to my drive I had to come up with a solution on the spot. The ONLY thing we could come up with at the local NAPA store was JB Weld!! I know its bush league but I was in a spot. A few clamps as anchors points, a few 18 gauge stainless wire twists like I was mending a fence and thick coat of JB weld applied over it all I was back in business. Ive been driving it daily for a week and so far it looks like its gong to hold for as long as I need it to.
I have since found the barbed reduction piece need to to install the new cooler and plan to do so after I repair my newly discovered rear hub leaking grease all over my rotor.
Agreed CT090. If I had to take a stab at it I would suspect that it was leaking for longer than I was aware and as the transmission fluid got less and less the remaining fluid got warmer...much warmer. It even steamed away (for lack of a better explanation) the seal on my drivers side head light so it now get condensation every time it rains.
I suppose the good news is when I replaced the trans filter and gasket there wasnt any shavings on the magnet or signs of wear. Everything looked fine and it seems to be running well now. So at least I lucked out there.
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