British LAND ROVER Defender with JCB 4.4 Industrial Agri Engine Conversion Dieselpumpuk

[@cunawarit]

It’s refreshing to see a conversion focused on toughness and durability rather than just power or bragging rights. Well done-this is a thoughtfully executed, slick, and tasteful build from every angle.

[@fryertuck6496]

Not at all. Would need to know the 30-50 and 50-70 times. No point in driving around like Miss Daisy and causing tailbacks or not being able to overtake safely.

[@WestfieldFreshAir]

This is what a Land Rover needs, not an EV conversion. Top work.

[@obelic71]

A defender and its predecesors are REAL workhorse not those unreliable Chelsea tractors / Bond street shopping carts they now offer. I restored/upgraded my troublessome 1971 LR 109 ( build quality in BL times were sadly bad ) with that famous MB OM616 2,4L (no turbo) diesel engine in the early 90's That old girl is still a treat to drive and she keeps on going Others even have installed that famous reliablePerkins 3 cillinder 2.4 cil agricultural engine Or also famous reliable PSA 2.1L XUD diesel engine So i 100% agree with this conversion doing right to the spirit of a legendary workhorse.

[@hughmarcus1]

They are really well suited to an EV conversion in the right circumstances

[@Dee-u4r]

Where’s all the batteries (not to mention the electric) going to come from if the loons do somehow eventually take over the madhouse!

[@obelic71]

@@hughmarcus1 Electric drive has tthe big advantage of high torq from the start. The probem is the heavy batterypack and for an offroader you want it to be as light as possible to plow truh deap mud and snow.

[@WestfieldFreshAir]

@@obelic71 Electric defender has big issue with range. What's the range of one travelling at 70mph on the motorway?

[@trumptonexcursions1938]

Seriously needs a tv gig this guy, great onscreen character, get him on with guy Martin

[@Harry_Gersack]

seriously doesn't need that. big tv productions try to make everything consumable for the masses, witch means they make lots of compromises and 90% of the detail gets lost along they way. there's a reason youtube is thriving in terms of automotive content and nobody likes to watch car related stuff from big media companies. top gear was the absolute exception from the rule. You can even see that on youtube: hoonigan has gone to shit because of a big company trying to make for mass consumable content, Donut is suffering for the same reasons and I bet the suffering of other big channels aitomotive channels like motortrend is related to the same problems

[@boffingeorge]

What the biggest loony on the planet.?

[@vicious0005]

I agree on both points made.

[@paulroberts5687]

I used to work for company that did Defender rebuilds, blinged up rubbish for export to the USA. Shiny stuff on top and Britpart underneath. This is a really well thought-out build and well executed. That engine choice makes total sense, and suits what the vehicle is about.

[@WhitfieldProductionsTV]

I'm the type of yank that wants a defender as just it came, no blinged up anything.

[@PaulSchofield-p6b]

This engine is surely designed to run indefinitely. The conversion is excellent, and JCB serviceability is available worldwide. It's a good choice to use this engine.

[@scaifefab4585]

Sadly the fun begins at 5000 hours disposable engine

[@PaulSchofield-p6b]

@@scaifefab4585@scaifefab4585 Working 5,000 hours in an industrial environment with heavy loads can be challenging; however, this engine is unlikely to experience such conditions. Additionally, 5,000 hours translates to approximately 200,000 miles. I believe that with regular maintenance and typical road use-possibly including some towing-this vehicle may actually exceed that mileage, potentially reaching twice that amount or more. It will be interesting to see if we get a year-on-year review of how the engine performs.

[@farmerlou16]

​@@scaifefab4585never had any issues with the engines doing more than 5000 hours, had one do 11000+ hours no issues before trading in, running gear seems to be fine from JCB it's just the rest of the build quality

[@scaifefab4585]

@@farmerlou16 just going off my experences with ones in marine aplications and comements from local jcb dealer where i get parts

[@danielduke5059]

Talking to a diesel mechanic for the forklifts we had, engine wise they where pretty good fleet of over 60, he said the worst thing they ever did with a diesel engine is remove the governer or restrictor basically if left at 2000 or whatever revs they will last all day long like generators, once you rev them up and down it changes everything, in warehouse or JCB work where they run a hydraulic pump mostly they are great rev between 2000rpm to 3000rpm but once put into a road vehicle and you need to rev them constantly to get the speed up it won't last for too long the type of engine in this is designed for long periods of low revving once you start moving a vehicle over 30 mph you have to rev it up and that huge up and down doesn't work unless you gear it to keep low revs with a great gearbox this might be genius probably way better than the standard engine but it's not designed for speed slow and steady is what it's made for!

[@belchnasty]

That, my friend, is a masterpiece!!

[@adenwarren9665]

Can you make a video on the ax15,om606 kit

[@Eirehunter22]

So very true,a beauty

[@finlay230]

What can i say, hats off Sir, you deserve a knighthood, youve done more for Britain than 10 years worth of parliament, what a machine 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪👌

[@danielrapacioli9581]

Agreed what a machine

[@kudzayinematombo3124]

Agreed

[@jamesbarbour8400]

That's not a big ask to be honest - Parliament is absolute crap !

[@125_will8]

That “because it was… rotten” was sooo prime clarkson!!! Top notch

[@jinglemyberries866]

timing gears - the holy grail what a build mate thank you for sharing!!

[@85AndreasLH]

That’s a pretty wicked build! Looks lovely. BUT could strap a 3.5 ton JCB on the back and do a tow comparison with a OM606 fitted Defender or maybe M57

[@ironmyno]

Nailed it!!! I think you made a better vehicle than the folks over at LR were able to. Design by committee usually results on the worst outcomes of compromise. From an American former draftsman.

[@andicog]

Beautiful build, nice and basic looking, too many people converting Defenders into tarts handbags, that's not what they're about.

[@edwardmeakes1284]

I agree

[@crimsonsunshine264]

+1

[@zogworth]

We had a RRC with a Perkins 4.236 in it. Wouldnt do much more than 55mph but you could pull a fully loaded hay trailer and it wouldn't even notice.

[@marianarcas]

perkins 4 moves latam f100 and chevys from the 70's to today

[@spacecowboy2442]

I had a RRC with a perkinks 4203 .....very agricultural, 55mph was a push but I would do it all day with a full trailer and wouldn't even notice hills 😊

[@philleeson7835]

4236 or 4203 Perkins did one job,and one job only, but they did it superbly. The job was to turn Diesel into a very loud and irritating rattle

[@Mika.575]

Timing gears is the best solutions for far service life so that's why this type of engeneering equip industrials engines. Best conversion that i ever seen for land rover, very good job 👍🏼

[@neilw5198]

I like big 4-cylinder diesel turbos. We do have the 3.9 Isuzu in Australia in our county and 110(perentie ex military) . Good for 1 million km. Transfer case and gearbox are the weak link. Amazing build mate, that's a forever car.

[@jameswatts6787]

That is easily the cleanest defender of any year I've ever seen. Immaculate.

[@Zerofightervi]

I don't know why this video appeared on my feed but I watched the whole thing. Impressive work, & very well produced video.

[@jirka87]

You, people of UK are blessed, that you can make custom car and still can have title. I love how is this very clean and professional rebuild. Its awesome. I wish i can have money and oportunity to build myself also dream cars. Thanks for sharing yours 👍

[@dsud7853]

You’ve built the Land Rover I’ve always wanted to build 👍👍👍

[@nickaxe771]

Why oh why did Landrover stop making these wonderful iconic.

[@MrBrucechapman9]

Great work Luke- you nailed it again. I do miss the old Dyno Dyno days though!

[@888johnmac]

oh yes .. like it .. i've seen a few 6bt Cummins defenders & often wondered about the 4bt Cummins .. if i win the lottery tonight i'll give Luke a call

[@MFKR696]

4BTs are too small for something like a Defender. They'd be right at home in a Tacoma/Ranger/Colorado, but anything bigger than that and she's gonna be struggling. Of course, you could modify it to make more power, but then you're sacrificing reliability.

[@Roddy_Zeh]

​@@MFKR696 Ford sold the F-250 here in Brazil with a Cummins 4-cylinder from factory in two occasions. 1st was from 1999 till 2005, it was the 4BT, I guess. 3.9L, rated at 145 hp. Above it was the MWM Sprint 6.07, a 4.2L inline-6 pushing 180 hp. Later, when this one ceased production, they started offering the ISB 3.9, now rated at 203 hp. Mind you, an F-250 Crewcab with both this and even with the MWM engines...wasn't exactly a performer, but it...ran. lol

[@THESLlCK]

@@MFKR696 people make 500hp out of 4bt's in the USA. Not sure why you wouldn't want to save the weight

[@MFKR696]

@@THESLlCK That would be the part where I said you could modify it, but you'd be sacrificing reliability.

[@THESLlCK]

@@MFKR696 Considering these are 500,000 mile motors, I don't believe that would be a big deal. I can't imagine hitting 250k miles in what is basically a farm use vehicle. Unless this is a fleet vehicle being constantly worked, I would't worry

[@cullenmiller8170]

Good to see you again on this platform. Really nice build and engineering on your end. The video had a Richard Hammond feel to it and it reminded me of the old Top Gear show. I wish there would have been a whole build series to watch on it. I think Luke was struck down by the Land Rover Gods by that abrupt ending or the JCB let go. 🤣🤣

[@britton6062]

I'm so jealous....the engine sounds fantastic, can't believe it fits ! Shocked you were able to reform the hood ! Never would have guessed! No belts or chains ?? Gears ?!?!? Are you kidding me ???? I'd never sell that thing. Just AWESOME ! So , so, so jealous......

[@davidblackburn6569]

i so want my range rover to be this well sorted ,that is a master piece well done to you

[@johnneutralobserver5944]

Work of exceptional British JCB engineering And Art. Wonderful project, looks amazing.

[@steamwally]

Well, that is simply the best modified Defender I've ever seen. I'd totally park up my leaf sprung Series and upgrade for that!

[@drbloomer6380]

She is Beautiful. What a sympathetic yet useful restoration. Really well done! ✌🏼👍🏼

[@markt5426]

I WANT IT....... Great build and it speaks without doubt your expertise throughout the build is reflected in it. 👍

[@nnoddy8161]

Firstly congrats on a beautiful build and even better attire! In Australia, we got the Land Rover 110 with the Isuzu 4BD1 (3.9ltrs) from the factory. This is like a modern version of this. 4 cylinder 4.4 litres!!! Forget the BHP, the torque pulses are going to be massive. The R380 (even when upgraded) struggles with the Isuzu 4BD1T (4 cylinder 3.9 litre) due to the torque. It is going to be interesting to see how it goes. Why not keep the JCB gearbox with a modified LT230 gear ratios? Would have been hard to resist going with JCB yellow, but it would have been like 'Big Bird' from Sesame Street coming down the road!!!

[@98CharlieB98]

Love what you’ve done with this, looks tasteful and not like a Frankenstein of aftermarket parts but all really harmonious ,especially with the original looking interior! Sweet!

[@ade725]

Epic, incredible work as with everything you and your crew do. So happy someone noticed the bonnet wasn't latched!

[@murrayblair67]

Absolutely incredible work old chap! It’s perfect reliable now!🇬🇧

[@ehudwabwile5851]

Marvelous work to keep the beast of the savannah running

[@erik_dk842]

The Deffo deffo would look awesome in JCB yellow

[@Gobbbbb]

This is the best machine I've ever seen. I always love your attention to detail, everything is always so well thought out, I appreciate you take the time and don't just slap in engines and call it a day.

[@TriumphT100T]

I just fitted a high capacity sump on my LT230, really reduced temperature. Lovely matching you have made.

[@user-fn1rb9ze6p]

I love this engine choice, very well executed aswell, looks like it could be be a factory instalation 👍

[@koenharms7605]

Wauw Luke, that is very impressive engineering! I love everything about it!

[@simonjones5614]

Never before have I looked at a Land Rover and wondered if it could be better than my Land Cruiser. Very impressive build 👍

[@seanzealony9499]

I’ve had Landy’s for 35yrs and had to have a Land Cruiser as a courtesy car when my 110 was damaged in an accident. It was a 2019 model with 400 miles on the clock, and all the mod cons on it. I had it for a month and nearly cried when I had to give it back. Comfort & modern features made my 110 ( 1997) feel like a vintage Massey Ferguson. If I was offered a LC for my Defender I’d take it. 👍🏻

[@mjiow]

Nicely done as a marine engineer I appreciate the Simrad engine display too 😂

[@owenscallum4565]

I’m sure you’ve heard this many times but your work is just unreal! Some boy 💪🏻

[@bco719]

Wow, what a Great build, the engeneering and buildquality make me speechless. I have had a similar idea, by using a iveco 3.0 Liter 4 cilinder in my defender 130

[@Dadcandoit007Kevin]

Those things are crap, they have decent power but so unreliable

[@bco719]

@@Dadcandoit007Kevindo you have a good alternative? I can t say the same about these but to each their own.

[@Landsaar]

These 3.0 engines were originaly put in spanish version of landrover santana, but were marketed under iveco massif name

[@OwenWellsp-wz5hg]

Try a Toyota 1kz. Lovely poky units.

[@bco719]

@@OwenWellsp-wz5hg thanks for the good idea. I have to be careful with older enginges because of Emissions wich are are only allowed when getting better than the original where I live. That is why i was thinking about the more modern 2020 (ish) Iveco Engine. There are nice engins out there but there are many hurdles to using them wehre I live. I think the most likly choice of eingine will be the m57 out of a cheap 325d

[@joes-ramblings]

Im not into Landys at all, but I do appreciate and respect this build and the thought and detail that went into it. Thumbs up.

[@charlesapplewhite2050]

This is truly a fantastic build. I think all time favorite and I work for Cummins!!! In a previous form of employment I used to run 5 JCBs with this motor and 15 irrigation pumps with the slightly small JCB 4 cyclinder. We never had an engine issue. All pumps would be retired around the 12-15k hour mark!

[@jinglemyberries866]

It is right that the Cummins 6BT was made by a British guy from Perkins?

[@darrylmac6150]

It sounds exactly how i expected it to. That is awesome

[@deanharriss2029]

What a machine, top notch finish like everything you do Luke fair play mate. 👌🔥

[@h2489-m2l]

Fantastic, love it. An industrial engine with geared timing that will last forever and be easy to maintain.

[@14KiloWhisky]

I don't know if it's a great idea... Built for running at low rpm under constant load... Not the same use under the bonnet of a car

[@h2489-m2l]

@14KiloWhisky yes I see what you mean. I was thinking in terms of the 1FZ in my 80 series toyota and the equivalent diesel engine, they are always referred to as "industrial" engines, used in industrial machines and boats i understand.

[@CH-tp4wz]

Great build absolutely love these old land rovers.you can do so much great build's with them these days.

[@JP-446]

Beautiful! No further words needed.

[@darrenhaywood9260]

What a conversion, I love it. Like you say, that engine will last forever, and I really like the fact that you haven’t turned it into the usual gin palace with tan leather diamond stitch everything 👍

[@TechOne7671]

That is, a proper job. Engineering excellence, well done. All the best.

[@martincraig-je4vo]

I was just thinking about the channel two days ago and boom you bring us this absolute weapon, it's just perfect 👌 👍 👀

[@tonybilco1317]

I don't even like range Rovers but absolutely love this..well done pushing engineering boundaries to build the ultimate vehicle ❤

[@cp88p43]

It's not a rangerover

[@beto12345]

Great build, great engine sound (bit odd because is not a common engine to hear around), I'm amazed.

[@JohnSmith-ee7gf]

I love this. My dream build, durability over performance. Reminds me of the TV series, “A 4x4 is born”. Would love to see a build series for this. You have the same charisma as the guy from CarWow and can see you in TV. Best of luck.

[@AntiqueClive]

Luke is back!

[@angusmacmillan5365]

Beautiful rebuild and conversion.

[@kierankay100]

loving the interior choices ! great build i want one :)

[@RandallSlick]

Very nice and very thoughtful restomod indeed. Doubtless not a quick or cheap build, but you have the makings of a cult overland classic there (with extra subs of course.)

[@TheCounty90]

Excellent work, fantastic truck.

[@MaA-he9sj]

That’s is amazing, best of British all round 🇬🇧👍

[@mikew3003]

Wish I could send you my 1989 90 to make like this! Seriously impressive stuff.

[@Kennevruz]

You've done the exact same thing that I would have done if I had the means. Luv everything from top to bottom, front to back & the interior as well. This is the kind of stuff that I totally like. 👌🏾👍🏾 🇰🇪

[@James-oy3qp]

Love the build , and I bet that engine will run on red diesel a lot better than my van lol

[@barrytickner9422]

Wow, what a machine! Fantastic!

[@tjwaines]

The 14m 535 JCB at work, that was brand new at the beginning of our current building site, is literally breaking down on a monthly basis, it’s either in limp mode or cutting out mid lift every week. I’m sure the core of the engine is bullet proof, but I wouldn’t rely on the ancillaries.

[@Critical_Stinking]

It's all the emissions crap that's on them. The regen is a pain in the arse. It's because they're idling most of the time. If you're thrashing them, they're alright.. but you can't do that with loads on the forks.

[@ethantorrance4583]

Nice to see builds like this . Unique not just 800+hp

[@RoyAA1.]

Makes no real sense but that’s the British mindset to go with the fabulous British engineering; ( sod the expense, we’re doing it! ) Totally Love it!

[@wayneneher6362]

LUKE! Lovely to see you with a new build!

[@Bobbystar50]

One of my fabourite land rover builds, super cool, im sure if you really wanted speed you could make this very fast with some tuning and what not

[@krimke881]

Wow. The first LR in the world that will run to the shop and back, without overheating or just stop. Kudos

[@Anticitizen666]

The people who think this are the people who buy a luxury brand from its fifth owner and think it’ll run forever with minimal servicing at their non-dealer local garage…

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Don’t be soft 🙄🙄

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

@@AshGTEwhat army and what 2.5 BMW engine was that?

[@jonprice4629]

4BD1 in Aus delivered 110s... Lol

[@advantagemarine7305]

Hate to prove you wrong but I run a D3 and a D4 on my farm, both on around 240,000 miles with original engines, turbos and only wear and tear parts replaced. Biggest cost has been a steering rack on one and two prop shafts.

[@shush103]

Top job mate 👏. 200 TDi in my eyes is brilliant we’ve had a discovery with one in full off road spec 18 inch wife tires it’s done 35 k miles in the 6 years we’ve had it and only seen a road a handful of times gets little to no maintenance and it’s just chugs on and on feeding the pheasants every day

[@johnkeathley1612]

Outstanding machine! Many blessings from Perryville Kentucky USA

[@wouterkellerman4458]

What an AMAZING TOP NOTCH JOB!! BRAVO!!

[@robertanderson-yx8mo]

That would make a very good tow vehicle if you were towing 3.5ton ,great job your very talented.

[@cecilwilson5442]

That is one cracking land rover has to be one off the best designed vehicles, with your special design change,,WOW ,, should be a great seller,,

[@lefthandedscrewdriver3954]

Excellent..... Always enjoy your videos. Quality robust build

[@jakemurphy9536]

Great job. Well considered build. Very nice.

[@2sik_UK]

One of the coolest engine swaps ever

[@billienomates1606]

What an absolute gem.

[@me.6737]

Love builds like this. I'd have this anyday over a new m5.

[@sarahdell4042]

Super cool! I’ve driven various swapped defenders over the years. The best one without question is a 4 cyl eco boost engine from the ford mustang. 310hp stock. Great fuel economy.

[@Lexicon345]

the 'phooohaaaaahhhghghgh' of appreciation after 7:20 lets me know you were british. lol. good job

[@jdenmark1287]

Beautifully done. Thanks for sharing all this valuable information, mate.

[@Tom-betts]

👌 nice to see you doing other things other than the om606. Keep them coming

[@Zippytie]

, Ive never seen your videos before , but this is Absolutley amazing , top quality work manship , amazing bonnet , the very BEST conversion ive ever seen , great engine choice , great work horse to last , and not one of the stupid top speed merchants , the speed limit in the uk is 70mph after all (boring I know , no points , no prizes , no accidents ) was the obsolete engine a bargain purchase that started you of on this project ? I do think the JCB letters would look nicer going from top to bottom J C B but thats very rude of me , I apologise and bow to your amazing skills , just enjoy it now , VERY , VERY , VERY impressed

[@casto-]

That’s a really nice setup 👌 I like a “sleeper” that’s got something different in. I’ll give you wave if I see you round👍

[@MrFBI-tt1el]

Unbelievable this thing is a masterpiece. Well done !

[@trevorshields7347]

What a great build and very classy

[@tomstevens751]

I've never wanted a defender more!!

[@manx1630]

Beautiful, one of the best restorations I have ever seen. I hope you can forgive me: but put a slat higher on the front green OVAL, as it came from LODE LANE and change the rear door for a 2002MY (or later) LR075816 when possible. Regards.💪

[@rickyperks3895]

You’ve done it again another fantastic machine well done what a masterpiece

[@leoedward7363]

What a tasteful build, I admire your restraint and attention to detail!

[@Nevakonaza.]

That's a work of art, Lovely colour.

[@Glen-g1d]

Cool build!! Audi used that same exhaust/intake overlap strategy for emissions,in Audi a8 4.2

[@vicious0005]

In addition to the content, I appreciate comic value of these videos.

[@JoanBermudez-d6l]

The perfect landie? In my eyes I can only find two faults. It's not a 90 truck cab and it doesn't have a snorkel. It's a personal taste thing. Love it though.. Looks right. Sounds right. Perfect engine characteristics from a British engine package. If only I had the money and the need. PS and I agree, your on screen personna is excellent. Would love to see you tackle some other engineering challenges.

[@tcpnetworks]

It's extremely close to perfection... You overshot though :)

[@Eirehunter22]

Credit where credit is due that is a beautiful build,I’ve done lots of defender chassis swaps and galv bulkheads but never on a vehicle of my own….this would be the dream if I was to do one from the ground up For myself….someday😍😍😍