Land Rover Discovery 1: Off Road in Oregon

We took our 1997 Land Rover Discovery V8 out for a quick rip in the mountains of Western Oregon. A good portion of the morning was spent clearing fallen trees, which would have been a lot easier with a saw. By the time we got to the top, the normally spectacular view was completely fogged in. Still, any day out in the Disco is a pretty good day.
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[@TheNorthernExplorer]

Love to see a disco out doing it’s stuff

[@tfrasca142]

Likewise. It’s becoming one of my favorite things to do. Your truck looks great, by the way.

[@TheNorthernExplorer]

@@tfrasca142 thank you, I’m considering doing the front bumper cut like yours it looks smart

[@tfrasca142]

@@TheNorthernExplorer It was easier than I thought, and you gain a bunch of clearance for the approach angle.

[@ericgebhardt4058]

I loved my 97 Disco as well. It had its reliability issues but as an off road car it was the best. Made my 70 Series II A ride like a log wagon. I climbed over stone walls and forded 4' of water to win me "best off road" driver in a Land Rover sanctioned event.

[@Cleric763]

Thank you for an atmospheric video. It's nice to see beautiful places on the other side of the planet with atmospheric music. Greetings and respect from Belarus.

[@Isaac0516]

Love this video. Offroading with nice view and relaxing music. It’s good when you can still hear this engine revving. Unlike other videos with loud annoying beat music. Keep it up! 💪

[@tfrasca142]

I appreciate it!

[@scottrc5776]

Love this, the atmosphere the Landy. Very tasteful.

[@williamsantoler2835]

Great car! I have the same car, same color, same model but engine TDI 300. I love it!

[@tfrasca142]

Nice! I often wish mine was a TDI. Mostly when filling the tank...

[@DiscoInferno166]

Love your truck!!! I am a complete Disco nut. Own a 96 5dr V8, 98 3dr V8 and a Disco 2 facelift Td5. Keep the vids coming so that I can enjoy your part in the world in one of my favorite vehicles of all times.

[@tfrasca142]

Oh man, a 3 door D1 is a dream rig of mine. We rarely ever see them in the US. Sounds like you’ve got a good collection, and I bet at least one of the runs at any given time!

[@DiscoInferno166]

@@tfrasca142 all 3 of them are runners. The 3dr was mistreated by previous owners so she is a work in progress.

[@RunDub]

I've never bothered with carrying a chainsaw off-road, but a few years ago I bought a fantastic folding bow saw that lives in my Disco year round. It's made by Agawa, and I just love it. Takes up no space at all!

[@tfrasca142]

That’s a good call. I’ve since picked up a Dewalt 60v saw, and it’s come in handy several times. But putting a bow saw in the truck at all times is a good move.

[@blacksquirrel4008]

Missed my old D1 so much I bought another one, 18 years later.

[@tfrasca142]

We’ll done. It’s easily my favorite vehicle.

[@munizlifestylerj]

Your video is very good! Hugs from Brazil

[@castorequipamiento834]

I Owner Twoo Disco: 300 TDI and V8 3.9i..... more Freelander 2.0 and Series 2a SW 109 1963 model.. The Disco is the Best!!!!!

[@nk48]

Great video and I miss my disco. Enjoy

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks!

[@JorryGT]

Awesome vid mate! Loved it

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@staffsergeant6178]

Good work, good effort congratilations👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks!

[@user-ky4nt6mi8w]

Learn how to spell 🫵🏼

[@trilhoscdtm]

Cool video and great car!

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks!

[@BadenBadenSwitzerBaden]

"I know what that was..." - perfect.

[@tfrasca142]

And six months later, I still have the exhaust leak…

[@Predator27007]

Nice D1. What is your tyre size?

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks. They’re 255/85r16.

[@Predator27007]

@@tfrasca142 Nice. I am now running 900r16 (255/100). Good trucks, D1

[@kanefoster5162]

A pleasure to watch.

[@hugocastro4139]

Which is the tire size??

[@tfrasca142]

255/85r16 BFG KM3. Great size for 33" tires that can still tuck into the fenders.

[@rogermellie8068]

​@@tfrasca142 is it on a 2 inch spring lift? I've been considering 285/75/16 which is similar but your size offers another option 🤔

[@tfrasca142]

@@rogermellie8068 2" Spring lift, but I added 1" spacers for 3" total lift. These tires are getting pretty worn, and I've actually been looking at 285/75r16. Wider, obviously, but also just a tiny bit smaller in diameter.

[@Jamesonroller]

What tire and wheel size did you out on your disco? Just bought a stock Disco 1

[@tfrasca142]

255/85r16

[@Jamesonroller]

@@tfrasca142 thank you! Love the videos

[@tfrasca142]

I appreciate that!

[@Muhammad_z32]

@@tfrasca142 is this with stock hieght or a lift?

[@tfrasca142]

@@Muhammad_z32 It's got a 3" suspension lift.

[@outdoortrackntrail8943]

Hi very very nice !! What’s the wheel offset ? Tks mate Ciao 👋

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks! 16x7 et 0mm

[@campionoverbagh561]

Super!!!

[@tfrasca142]

Thank you!

[@wayne3006]

200k miles on mine, great truck but unfortunately rust alot..

[@tfrasca142]

Mine has some rust that will need to be addressed eventually, too. Luckily the frames on D1s tend not to rust, mostly the body. And mine has 285k miles, still going strong!

[@KobtsevRC]

Nice! Why don't you continue?

[@tfrasca142]

Continue making videos? Weather and camera troubles have been getting in the way. I plan on making more soon.

[@KobtsevRC]

@@tfrasca142 Cool! I do the same but only with RC Car. I watch your videos for inspiration. It is important for me to see how a real car moves.

[@tfrasca142]

That’s cool, I never really thought about that. Glad I can help out a bit!

[@KobtsevRC]

@@tfrasca142 Yes im buils 1/10 scale LR Discovery 1)))

[@clintonpayne4007]

Which trail is this?

[@tfrasca142]

Just some old logging road in the Coast Range.

[@ktrudeau340]

Did you get a locker for the rear or just have a day with the old spider gears grabbing more than giving😂

[@tfrasca142]

@@ktrudeau340 ha, still no locker. Sometimes it works out! But a locker is on the short list.

[@mcqnrcng]

My kids and I could watch hours of this stuff! Also, snatch block for redirecting trees off trail? (…and I have no idea what I’m talking about)

[@tfrasca142]

That’s actually a brilliant idea. Usually it’s just a race against the clock (childcare/babysitter) but if I ever have more time and want to clear trees, I’ll definitely bring a snatch block.

[@AapVanDieKaap]

You nearly tipped over! I'm glad you didn't You should be careful using your brakes like that. It's better to let the vehicle stall, then change to reverse and start in gear for a gentle descent.

[@tfrasca142]

It's an automatic, so it wouldn't have stalled. Maybe it looked worse on video, but it didn't really get close to tipping. Never say never though, I guess.

[@nicholasbarile5492]

So cool Tyler… looks like a good time

[@chrisapostolou5983]

Amazing!!!

[@conrad1468]

Nice!!

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks!

[@jackfairman7371]

Not bad for an American, try slowing it down a little and consider using low range if you have it. Slowing down will stop you dropping as hard or beating the suspension. I'd personally avoid stumps if you can help it, unless you have the money for a diff case and/or diff. Overall nice video and trailing. Keep up the good work.

[@tfrasca142]

Haha, thanks I guess. I was in low range for this entire video.

[@jackfairman7371]

@@tfrasca142 Ahh, I normally use high until 1st doesn't cut it or I need extra torque for steep climbs or more control for slippery ground. Your ratio is a bit higher than I'm use to as I have a Defender 110 so that makes sense regarding being faster in low. Also you're welcome.

[@tfrasca142]

Yeah, plus it’s been on stock gearing with the 33” tires, so it’s way too high overall. I just ordered gears and lockers for it though, so that’ll be sorted soon.

[@jackfairman7371]

@@tfrasca142 The gearing being a bit lower will be hopefully be nicer to drive in low, and lockers will be a nice addition! Supposedly rear alone makes them fully capable but I'm not at the stage of needing a rear locker yet, nor do I have the money as I need to save for a house ahaha. Hopefully once it's done and you post the videos they'll show on my YT. Lockers will make it go almost anywhere, as I'm sure you know.

[@tfrasca142]

@@jackfairman7371 That's my thought too. I could have done everything I want to do with a rear locker, but since I need gears, that means I'll have to open up the front final drive, and if I do that I really should upgrade the diff. Scope creep is real.

[@Damien666ish]

What psi do you run for this type of off roading?

[@tfrasca142]

Usually around 15 psi. I've gone as low as 10, but without bead locks, I wouldn't want to go any lower.

[@Damien666ish]

@@tfrasca142 excellent, thanks for the reply 👍

[@lachlanstrong6000]

What inch lift and what size tires are you running

[@tfrasca142]

3” lift and 255/85r16.

[@lachlanstrong6000]

@@tfrasca142 thanks it looks nice

[@joshmckenna3934]

Did you have to do any trimming/cutting?@@tfrasca142

[@tfrasca142]

@@joshmckenna3934 yeah, I trimmed the rear part of all the fender arches. “Camel cuts”, if you will.

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Love to see this Vehicle in action

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks, me too. Can’t wait for the fire danger to subside so I can get back out in the woods.

[@bradyk1804]

Wow. I'm changing the head gaskets on my 98 discovery 1 right now, big project! I'm in central Oregon, excited to explore more of western Oregon.

[@tfrasca142]

I love to hear about another D1 in Oregon. It seems there are surprisingly few left, so good on you for keeping yours on (and off) the road.

[@bradyk1804]

@@tfrasca142 I also love to see it. There are tones of D2's here in CO but i only know of two dico 2's here, including mine.

[@olivermcleod3659]

Great adventure. Thanks!

[@tfrasca142]

Thanks for watching!

[@Intangiblewealth]

Can’t wait to get a disco!

[@tfrasca142]

I highly recommend it.

[@ahuidog3711]

Super!

[@tfrasca142]

Glad you think so, thanks.