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This movement was compensated for by reworking the transfer case metal mounts that are attached to the transfer case. There is a bell crank that attaches to the frame for the emergency brake. It had to have an arm bent to compensate for the new lateral location. The 109 has a cross member behind the transfercase that passes the rear prop shaft through a hole. The hole needs to recentered around the rear prop shaft. Cut the cross member off the frame, then cut an inch cross section off the right side and rewelded it to the left side. The cross member gets rewelded back into it's original location. The only difference from stock is the hole is moved an inch to the right. This completes the frame modifications. A new transmission tunnel needs to be fabricated out of a sheet of aluminium. The new tunnel cover follows the same basic outline of the stock cover but is one inch taller and about three inches wider.
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Height adjustable suspension, a low-range gearbox and intuitive 4WD mode selector head the D3鈥檚 off-road equipment. The torquey V6 diesel packs plenty of pulling power for steep inclines and muddy ruts. A maximum wading depth of 700mm makes the D3 extremely capable when it comes to river crossings. If towing is also your thing, the maximum towing capacity of 3.5-tonnes means that the Discovery 3 will tow pretty much anything with wheels. Seven-seats are standard fitment. They are suitable for kids but a squeeze for adults. The rest of the cabin is quite roomy though. Front and rear passengers receive plenty of legroom, along with headroom.The other thing that makes the Discovery 3 so popular with average punters is its driveability. This 4WD can be driven by anyone. Light steering, easily reached controls and good visibility make it popular with families and travel makers. The dual opening tailgate also makes for a good seat when hitting the beach for a surf.
