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From: "T.F. Mills" <tomills@du.edu>
Subject: Re: Jim & Lisa / Jim & Robin
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 01:15:40 -0600 (MDT)

Ray Harder writes:

< >    also cooked...

and Uncle Roger replies:

< This is probably Jim & Robin Merriam?  They had a Range Rover?  He's a former 
< Camel Trophy guy, and when I went two years ago had a great beat-up 88 with a 
< soft top.  Nice folks.

Ray had it right.  Jim & Lisa were at the 1994 rally; they are good
friends of Jim & Robin who were not at the '94 rally, but were at the
1992 national rally.

Watch the Dec. LRW for a possible photo of Jim Merriam's unmistakable
old 88 flying the flag over Black Bear Pass.  I cheated and included
the '92 photo in my '94 story because it's the best photo I have of
the pass.

(Now I gotta hunt through my files and see if I have a photo of Uncle
Roger...)

T. F. Mills                                              tomills@du.edu
University of Denver Library  2150 E. Evans Ave.  Denver  CO 80208  USA

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Subject: New RR - Model Line-Up
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 10:37:21 +0100 (BST)
From: Richard Jones <rich@apricot.co.uk>

In the UK there are five new Range Rover models available at launch
using either a 2.5 litre turbo diesel engine, a 4.0 litre V8 petrol
engine, or the top-of-the-range 4.6 litre V8 engine. 

All models have four doors, electric windows, power steering, twin
airbags, electronic air suspension, anti-locking braking, side
intrusion rails, anti-theft alarm system, and a host of other features
as standard. 

The range is:-

4.0 V8 -	manual
		automatic

2.5 DT -	manual

4.0 V8 SE -	manual
		automatic

2.5 DSE -	manual

4.6 HSE -	automatic

A total of 14 exterior colours are available.  They are:-

Sahara (Gold)
Caprice (Turquoise)
Niagara (Grey)
Biarritz (Blue)
Aspen (Silver)
Roman (Bronze)
Montpelier (Red)
Avalon (Blue/Grey)
Epsom (Green)
Beluga (Black)
Portofino (Red)
Coniston (Green)
Alpine (White)
Arles (Light Blue)

Interiors are either saddle (brown) or granite (grey) with cloth or
leather seats. 

4.0 V8 and 2.5 DT Standard Features
-----------------------------------
4-door
side impact door beams
superlocking and robust immobilisation
2 remote transmitters
Permanent 4WD with viscous control centre differential
ABS
EAS
power steering
driver and passenger airbags
3-spoke alloy wheels
235 tyres
transfer box shift button (manual models)
H-gate transfer box shift (automatic models)
cigar lighter
anti-theft alarm system
body electrical control module
two map lamps
front door puddle lamps
radio cassette system (10 FM pre-sets, 5 LW, 5 MW)
lockable and illuminated glove box
burr walnut inserts on fascia and gear-change surround
cubby box
side-to-side heater pack with programmed de-mist
electric heated exterior mirrors
electric windows with one touch operation and anti-trap
message centre in instrument pack
tilt and reach adjustable steering wheel
cloth seats with driver's height adjust
metallic paint

4.0 SE and 2.5 DSE Additional Features
--------------------------------------
heated front screen
detachable bib spoiler
cruise control
five-hole alloy wheels
trip computer
mid-line radio cassette system
headlamp wash/wipe with wiper arms
climate control
leather seats
heated front seats

4.6 HSE Additional Features
---------------------------
4.6 litre engine
automatic transmission
sunroof
electric front seats, with Driver's memory
   - Lazy seat function
   - Exterior electric heated mirrors
   - with reverse gear dipping
   -  Panel dimmer setting
styled fog lamps
ETC
leather steering wheel
   - cruise control switches
   - ICE controls
255 tyres
rear spot lamps
rear door puddle lamps
front and rear footwell lamps
high-line radio cassette CD system and sub-woofer
burr walnut garnish rail on door casings
cubby box with reversible lid containing cup holders
front and rear mudflaps
auto dimming interior mirror
illuminated passenger vanity mirror
eight-inch wheels

Accessories
-----------
Land Rover Parts have developed a full range of 50 accessories
available at the launch of the new Range Rover.  They include:- 

nudge bar
roof rails
ski carrier
sailboard and mast carriers
bike carrier
leather steering wheel
refridgerator
snow chains
seat covers
dog guard
loadspace protector
baby seat
security box
tack rack
gun box
mudflaps/spats
tool kit
sun blinds
CD auto changer
towing equipment

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Subject: New RR - Technical Specification
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 10:38:10 +0100 (BST)
From: Richard Jones <rich@apricot.co.uk>

MODEL:				Range Rover 4.0 and 4.0 SE   Automatic/Manual
ENGINE: 			4.0 litre V8 petrol
CYLINDER HEAD MATERIAL: 	Aluminium
CYLINDER BLOCK MATERIAL: 	Aluminium
BORE: 				94.0 mm (3.70 in)
STROKE:	 			71.0 mm (2.79 in)
CAPACITY: 			3950 cc
VALVE GEAR: 			Self adjusting hydraulic tappets ohv
COMPRESSION RATIO: 		9.34 : 1
FUEL SYSTEM: 			Lucas electronic with GEMS-ECU
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT: 		190 bhp (140 kW) @ 4750 rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE:			236 lb ft (320 N.m) @ 3000 rpm

MODEL: 				Range Rover 4.6 HSE
ENGINE:				4.6 litre V8 petrol
CYLINDER HEAD MATERIAL:		Aluminium
CYLINDER BLOCK MATERIAL:	Aluminium
BORE:				94.0 mm (3.70 in)
STROKE:				82.0 mm (3.23 in)
CAPACITY:			4554 cc
VALVE GEAR:			Self adjusting hydraulic tappets ohv
COMPRESSION RATIO: 		9.34 : 1
FUEL SYSTEM:			Lucas electronic with GEMS-ECU
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT:		225 bhp (166 kW) @ 4750 rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE:			277 lb ft (376.6 N.m) @ 3000 rpm

MODEL:				Range Rover 2.5 DT and 2.5 DSE
ENGINE:				2.5 litre 6 cylinder turbo charged
				indirect injection diesel 
CYLINDER HEAD MATERIAL:		Aluminium
CYLINDER BLOCK MATERIAL:	Cast Iron
NUMBER OF CYLINDERS:	 	6
CYLINDER LAYOUT:		In-line
BORE:				80.00 mm (3.12 in)
STROKE:				82.80 mm (3.26 in)
CAPACITY:			2497 cc
VALVE GEAR:			Self adjusting tappets ohv
COMPRESSION RATIO:		22.0 : 1
FUEL SYSTEM:			Bosch fully electronic DDE 2.5
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT:		134 bhp (100 kW) @ 4400 rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE:			199 lb ft (270 N.m) @ 2300 rpm
TURBO-CHARGER:			Mitsubishi TD04-11G4  1.2 bar (1.26
				kgf/cm, 18.0 lb/Sq.in) 

WHEELS
Construction			Alloy
Rim width			7J (4.6 HSE 8J)
Tyres				235/70 R16 105H
           			255/65 R16 109H

FUEL
Tank Capacity			Petrol - 22 Gallons (100 litres)
				Diesel - 20 Gallons (90 litres)

FUEL CONSUMPTION
4.6 V8 Automatic	mpg	L/100 km
Urban cycle 		12.8	22.1
Constant 56 mph		24.8	11.4
Constan 75 mph		20.1	14.1

4.0 V8 Automatic	mpg	L/100 km
Urban cycle		14.0	20.2
Constant 56 mph		26.8 	10.6
Constant 75 mph		20.2 	14.0

4.0 V8 Manual		mpg	L/100km
Urban cycle		15.2	18.6
Constant 56 mph		27.2	10.4
Constant 75 mph		21.0	13.5

2.5 Diesel Manual	mpg	L/100 km
Urban cycle		25.8 	10.9
Constant 56 mph		37.9	7.5
Constant 75 mph		25.3	11.2

WEIGHTS
Gross vehicle weight		2780 kg

EEC Kerb Weight
  4.0 V8 Auto			2100 kg
  4.0 V8 Manual			2090 kg
  4.6 V8			2220 kg
  2.5 Diesel			2115 kg

Towing Weight		On-Road		Off-Road
Over-run brakes		3500 kg		1000 kg
Without brakes		750 kg		500 kg

PERFORMANCE
4.0 V8			Manual			Automatic
Maximum Speed		118 mph (190 kph) 	116 mph (187 kph)
0-60 mph (0-100 kph)	9.9 (10.5) seconds	10.4 (10.9) seconds

4.6 V8						Automatic
Maximum Speed					125 mph (200 kph)
0-60 mph (0-100 kph)				9.3 (9.9) seconds

2.5 Diesel		Manual
Maximum Speed		105 mph (170 kph)
0-60 mph (0-100 kph)	13.3 (14.3) seconds

TRANSMISSION
4.0/4.6 V8 - 5 speed Manual R380		mph/1000 rpm
	Gear			Ratio		High 		Low
	5th			0.730:1		26.70		9.93
	4th  		 	1.000:1   	19.44   	7.23
	3rd   			1.397:1   	13.92   	5.18
	2nd 		  	2.132:1   	9.12  		3.39
	1st   			3.321:1   	5.85   		2.17
	Reverse 	  	3.535:1   	5.50   		2.04
	Final Drive Ratio   	3.540:1
	Transfer Box Ratio   			1.216:1  	3.271:1

4.0/4.6 V8 - 4 speed Automatic    		mph/1000 rpm
	Gear   			Ratio   	High    	Low
	4th   			0.730:1   	26.70   	9.93
	3rd   			1.000:1   	19.44   	7.23
	2nd   			1.480:1   	13.14   	4.89
	1st   			2.480:1   	7.84   		2.92
	Reverse   		2.090:1   	9.30   		3.45
	Final Drive Ratio   	3.540:1
	Transfer Box Ratio   			1.216:1  	3.271:1

2.5 Diesel - Manual    			mph/1000 rpm
	Gear   			Ratio   	High 	  	Low
	5th		   	0.730:1   	26.70   	9.93
	4th		   	1.000:1   	19.44   	7.23
	3rd   			1.397:1   	13.92   	5.18
	2nd   			2.132:1   	9.12   		3.39
	1st   			3.692:1   	5.27   		1.96
	Reverse   		3.535:1   	5.50   		2.04
	Final Drive Ratio   	3.540:1
	Transfer Box Ratio   			1.216:1   	3.271:1

DIMENSIONS
Overall length   		185.6 in (4713 mm)
Overall width  	 		74.4 in (1889 mm)
Overall height   		71.6 in (1817 mm) at standard ride height
Wheelbase   			108.1 in (2745 mm)
Track Front   			60.6 in (1540 mm)
Track Rear  	 		60.2 in (1530 mm)

Luggage Capacity
	Rear seat up   		18.5 cu ft (0.52 cu m)
	Rear seats down		58.0 cu ft (1.64 cu m)

Approach Angle   		No bib spoiler  With bib spoiler
	Standard  		34   		31
	High   			37   		34

Departure Angle (to exhaust)   	Petrol   	Diesel
	Standard   		23    		24
	High    		25 	  	26

Ramp Angle
	Standard  		154
	High			151

Wading				20 in (0.5 metre)

SUSPENSION
Electronic Air Suspension
Front:  
	Variable Rate Air Springs	3.7 bar (44 - 103 lb/sq in) 
	Anti roll bar thickness   	31mm
	Beam axle located by cranked radius arms and panhard rod
Rear:  	
	Variable Rate Air Springs  	3.7 bar (44 - 103 lb/sq in)
	Beam axle located by composite trailing link and panhard rod

STEERING
Type  			Recirculating ball (power assisted)
			Height and reach adjustable standard on all models
Turns 			3.2 lock-to-lock
Turning circle  	38ft 11 in (11.85 m) kerb to kerb

BRAKES
Front  			11.7 in dia (297 mm) ventilated discs
Rear  			12.0 in dia (304 mm) solid discs
ABS  			4-channel anti-lock system standard on all models
Parking brake  		Transmission brake drum on rear output from transfer

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Date: 30 Sep 94 10:56:35 EDT
From: Mark Talbot <71035.3215@compuserve.com>
Subject: Land Rover Rentals

Hello all, 

Just wanted to inform everyone that we are open to ANYONE, I thank you the 
32 who have inquired so far ! great, I will be sending out all your 
packages next week. 

Once again, tell you Land Rover buddies, who want to go driving with you 
but don't have Land Rovers, we will rent them one ! 

Looking forward to seeing some of you. 

Oh yes, any one interested in doing a two day rally in New Hampshire next 
year ??? Got some great off-roading to try out. 

Rgds Mark  

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Date: Fri, 30 Sep 94 08:45:11 -0700
From: "TeriAnn Wakeman"  <twakeman@apple.com>
Subject: Re: Weber 2-barrel Carb.

In message <199409300432.AA21895@crl.crl.com> Roger Sinasohn writes:
> >Dear LRO's,
> >    I recently installed the Weber 3236/Pierce manifold/K&N air filter 
	 [ truncated by lro-digester (was 28 lines)]
> sinasohn@crl.com                                that none but madmen know."
> Roger Louis Sinasohn & Associates
> San Francisco, California                               

Try calling Gilroy information and ask for the phone number of Pierce 
(manifolds?).

They make the manifold.  If my faulty memory serves me, they can sell you a 
complete set up for between $300 to 400ish.

>From listening to others, I gather this carb works best on a 2.25L engine if it 
has a cam that has the 2.5L profile, and a header.

Take care,

TeriAnn Wakeman        Large format photographers look at the world
twakeman@apple.com     upside down and backwards     
LINK: TWAKEMAN              
408-974-2344                         TR3A - TS75519L, 
                       MGBGT - GHD4U149572G, Land Rover 109 - 164000561

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Subject: New RR - Marketing
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 18:25:10 +0100 (BST)
From: Richard Jones <rich@apricot.co.uk>

MARKETING

Since its launch in 1970 the original Range Rover has held a unique
position in the World's car markets.  It is the only prestigious
luxury vehicle with supreme 4 x 4 off-road capability. 

In order to ensure that the all-new Range Rover meets customer
expectation, Land Rover has undertaken extensive market research with
both current and potential customers. 

The research has included a comprehensive investigation into changing
attitudes and values of potential customers during the 1990's.  In
particular Land Rover has sought to understand attitudes towards
acknowledged premium brands of a wide range of luxury consumer goods. 

In addition the development of the design and features of the new
Range Rover has included detailed consultation with customers and
potential customers at special clinics in the world's major markets. 

CUSTOMERS
The new Range Rover is expected to attract customers from three
distinctive segments of the luxury car sector. 

Range Rover customers are among the most loyal in the world.  They
repeatedly re-visit their dealers to buy a new Range Rover rather than
switch to an alternative luxury saloon. 

A large proportion of customers for the new Range Rover will be owners
of current Range Rovers. 

Land Rover is also targeting traditional luxury car owners who may own
a Mercedes, Jaguar, or a Lexus.  The new levels of quality,
refinement, and luxury of the new Range Rover are expected to have a
strong appeal for this group. 

In addition owners of luxury performance cars like Porsche are
expected to be attracted to the new Range Rover by individualists
seeking a more responsible performance car for the 1990's. 

MARKETS
The classic Range Rover has been sold in all the world's major markets
and the new models will be made available progressively around the
world. 

In October it will be available in the UK and all other significant
markets in Western Europe including France, Spain, Italy, Germany,
Holland, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and
many other overseas markets including the Far East and South America. 

In early 1995 it will go on sale in the USA, Canada, Japan, Australia,
the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe. 

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Subject: New RR - Manufacturing
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 18:24:38 +0100 (BST)
From: Richard Jones <rich@apricot.co.uk>

MANUFACTURING

The new Range Rover manufacturing facilities at the Solihull site
represent GBP 70 million of the GBP 300 million investment in this new 
vehicle.  The main areas of investment on site are:- 

	Body-in-White
	Paint
	Trim & Final Assembly
	Power Train

BODY IN WHITE
The vehicle first begins to take shape in the all new Body in White
(BIW) facility, a 6,600 square metre dedicated area within the East
Works plant.  Here the sub assemblies that make up the monocoque and
the body panels come together on a new framing line before progressing
via a final body line to the paint shop. 

The new Range Rover BIW plant is more compact than the existing lines
as the body parts arrive at the plant as larger sub assemblies and the
framing line is completely automated. 

The new Range Rover BIW facility employs a total 130 employees and has
a current base capacity of 16 body shells per hour and represents a
GBP 15 million investment. 

The 260 body panels that make up the body shell are supplied by Rover
Body and Pressings at the Swindon plant.  They are delivered as
individual panels, with the exception of the bonnet which arrives
complete, and some other panels are delivered complete with weld nuts
fitted. 

The body framing facility consists of 14 sub assembly zones where
panels are jigged and welded manually to create the main constituents
of the body frame:- 

	Front End
	Main Floor
	Rear Floor
	Body Sides
	Roof

This body framing sub assembly zone uses 120 jigs and over 140 welding
guns. 

The sub assemblies then move on to the main framing line where they
pass through nine stations.  The body is automatically jigged using
pins and clamps and 60 welds are applied.  The cycle time for this
operation is 3.3 minutes per body. 

The body then progresses to the main robot weld station where two
robots apply 264 welds.  These two robots effectively do the job of
six by automatically changing their welding heads three times during
the process cycle. 

The body frame finally passes to the manual finish weld stage where
those welds that are not accessible by robot are completed. 

The doors and tailgate frames are assembled using 31 jigs and 23
welding guns prior to passing through six power clinches when the
aluminium skin is joined to the assembly. 

The completed body frame assemblies then pass along the final line
where doors, bonnets, wings, and tailgates are fitted and set to the
correct clearances.  The final operation in BIW is a cosmetic
inspection under high intensity lighting before the completed body
shell passes via a lift into the paint shop. 

PAINT
Over GBP 3 million has been invested in upgrading the existing Paint
Shop.  The facility is one of the largest in the UK and is situated on
three floors of a self contained unit.  Body shells are stored on the
ground floor where they are sequenced for processing.  The main paint
process takes place on the first floor and the stoving ovens are on
the top floor. 

All ancillary equipment and plant not directly involved in the process
is kept isolated in the interests of fume, contamination and dust
control.  The result is the best possible working environment for
operators to aid them in their task of striving to obtain the optimum
paint finish. 

The company took advantage of holiday shut down periods to install a
number of new facilities including:- 

	Overhead conveyors
	Colour application machine
	Underseal booth
	Surface distribution system
	Anti-chip application

Other facilities were uprated or relocated to make better use of the
existing facility such as the electrostatic application and the sealer
line.  The Buy Off line has been extended and the lighting improved to
enhance quality control. 

The first stage of progress through the paint process is the corrosion
protection provided by a zinc phosphate conversion, applied in an
eight stage spray process.  The combination of steel and aluminium
used in the production of all Land Rover products demands a high
degree of specialised expertise in chemical processes gained through
over a quarter of a century. 

Corrosion protection is further enhanced by PVC seam sealing and
underbody coating being carried out prior to primer surfacer paint
application by high voltage electrostatic equipment. 

The final colour coat is also applied by high voltage electrostatic
equipment.  The various paint finishes require special formulation to
cope with the demand of sometimes vigorous off road use. 

The new Range Rover gets additional stone chip treatment to vulnerable
panels. 

TRIM AND FINAL ASSEMBLY
Painted body shells are delivered to the sequencing area at the
beginning of the new Trim and Final assembly line in North Works.
Body shells are loaded onto the line in strict order to ensure they
meet with the correct trim and engine.  Before the vehicles are
entered onto the production line they are fitted with protective
panels to safeguard against accidental damage to the paint finish
during the assembly process. 

After the body shell is entered onto the line, the doors are removed.
They travel round their own assembly line where glass, winder motors,
speakers and trim are fitted.  They then rejoin the vehicle towards
the end of the assembly line sequence. 

The trim and final assembly is divided into two main production lines,
a chassis build area and line-side sub assembly build and test areas. 

The first main production line is the Body Line and after the doors
have been removed the main tasks of this zone include sun roof
fitment, under body assembly work, glazing and installation of the
fascia and other electrical wiring. 

The engine, transmission, axles, suspension and fuel tank are put
together in the chassis build area, the end of which joins the other
main production line, the Mount Line.  This is where body, chassis,
engine and transmission come together for the first time and is the
beginning of the final assembly process. 

On this final line the seating is fitted, the vehicle has coolant and
brake fluids added and the bumpers, doors and wheels are assembled
onto the vehicle.  At the end of this line, fuel is put into the
vehicle and it is driven off the line to go through a series of tests
and calibrations which include a rolling road, water and electrical
testing and calibration of electronic air suspension and steering. 

The Trim and Final Assembly line is a completely re-facilitated 35,000
square metre assembly hall, developed at a cost of over GBP 13
million. 

Although the production line uses only one robot station - the glazing
cell - this new line features power assisted machinery to make light
work of lifting and locating heavy items such as doors, wheels, sun
roofs, seating and fascias. 

The facility has also been designed to eliminate the need for
excessive stretching and bending to allow operators to concentrate
more on the quality of the tasks which they perform. 

POWER TRAIN
One of the only facilities that Land Rover does not have on site is a
foundry.  All other work to produce the V8 engines, R380 gearboxes,
differentials and axles is carried out at Solihull. 

All machining, heat treatment, assembly and testing takes place on
site.  The Power Train business unit employs 4,000 people at Solihull
and, in order to keep Land Rover Vehicles production supplied, works
both day and night shifts. 

Major enhancements to the engine build plant in North Works include
new crank and con rod machine lines and a number of multi-spindle nut
runner and torque units are used on cylinder head, con rod joint, main
bearing caps and sump pan assembly. 

The new 4.0 litre and 4.6 litre V8 engines are built on Automatic
Guided Vehicles that move from station to station following magnetic
coils embedded in the floor of the building.  On completion all units
are sent for testing before being mated with a gearbox. 

The R380 gearbox now fitted to all manual vehicles is produced at a
new facility employing over 100 people in South Works.  The gearboxes
are built on a production line and every unit is tested before being
mated with the transfer box and then the engine before being shipped
to the final assembly lines.  Development and installation of this new
facility which started production in the Spring of 1994 totalled over
GBP 8 million. 

Front and rear differentials and axles are assembled next to the
gearbox and transfer box lines in South Works. 

PEOPLE
Land Rover's greatest asset is its employees.  The new vehicle and
production facility has provided the opportunity to develop the
principles of openness, empowerment, improvement and personal
development that were laid down in the Rover Tomorrow package. 

The first people to work in the new facility were the team leaders who
were trained to carry out all the assembly operations in either final
assembly or Body in White.  By obtaining a wide degree of knowledge
and flexibility they became the natural leaders of the cells when
people were recruited for the main build. 

The team leaders also developed the framework of the new culture and
working practices, known as CONQUER that are accepted by all who work
on the new Range Rover. 

As the Trim and Final assembly and Body in White areas were both to
start with a completely new facility the opportunity was taken to
enlist the involvement of everyone operating in the new plant.  Every
detail, from the layout of the machinery to the colour of the walls,
was agreed by all in the area. 

The most significant development, however, was the drawing up of a
series of principles of conduct for all members of the team - CONQUER-

	Commitment
	Openminded teamwork
	No second best
	Quality image
	Utmost honesty
	Effective communication
	Respect

Recognising that flexibility is an important factor in the new
culture, even the above principles are constantly open to question and
improvement. 

The results of these practices are obvious to all who visit the area.
For example, in the interests of safety and quality, jewellery such as
rings and wrist watches have to be covered at all times. 

Meal breaks are taken in the designated rest areas which are also used
by office staff and management.  All employees are responsible for
maintaining these areas to a high standard of hygiene. 

The total range of skills necessary to support the tasks of a cell are
carried out within that cell.  For example, pallets are now on wheels
so that they can be moved by hand, but some operators will be trained
to use the new electric tugs, eliminating the need to wait for a fork
lift truck when more materials are needed track side. 

Employees have also committed themselves to personal principles such
as helping colleagues, honest communication, recognition, and allowing
time for humour and enjoyment. 

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Subject: New RR - Product In Detail
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 18:23:58 +0100 (BST)
From: Richard Jones <rich@apricot.co.uk>

EXTERIOR

The Land Rover tradition of using durable aluminium panels has been
continued with the new Range Rover.  Its front wing outer panels, door
skins and lower tailgate skin are all aluminium to help increase
longevity and reduce weight. 

The remaining skin panels and the structural panels are made from
double-sided zinc coated steel.  The body has been designed for ease
of repair so the front wing panels and bonnet latch platform are
bolted on, and other panels can be removed and replaced easily. 

The new chassis and the stiffer monocoque construction, coupled with
re-designed body mounts, result in less noise and vibration being
transmitted to the passenger compartment. 

The new Range Rover is slightly longer, wider and higher than the
classic Range Rover.  Retaining the qualities of luxury and robustness
it is aerodynamically more efficient than its predecessor. 

Semi-flush glazing contributes to refinement by smoothing the air flow
around the front and rear screens and side glass.  The windscreen,
rear quarter and tailgate glazing is adhesively bonded to add body
stiffness and for airbag performance. 

The rectangular halogen twin headlights incorporate an outer pair of
headlamps with both dipped beam and main beam, and an inner pair
providing auxiliary main beam. 

Power outputs are outstanding with 60 watt on dip, and 55 watt on both
outer main and auxiliary main lamps. 

The headlamps also have wipers with washer jets on some models, for
more efficient cleaning than a single power wash system.  Front fog
lamps are fitted neatly into the front bib spoiler. 

The large rear lamp clusters integrate all the rear lighting
functions.  The stop/tail lamp, direction indicators and reflectors
are flush-fitted into the lower rear quarter panels, and the twin
reversing lamp and rear fog lights are fitted in the lower tailgate. 

The intermittent rear wipe with variable delay is proportional to the
front delay (i.e. double the front wipe delay), and the rear wiper
works automatically when the front wipers are on and reverse gear is
engaged. 

INTERIOR

The new interior is spacious and comfortable giving drivers and
passengers more head-room, leg-room and shoulder-room than other
conventional luxury saloon competitors.  The rear compartment can now
be used as an extension to the businessman's office. 

Stowage
All models have a glove box in the fascia, large door bins, and
stowage behind the front seats.  The centre console provides
additional stowage, and oddments can also be stored out of sight
inside the spare wheel well. 

Seats
The front seats are an all-new design giving improved lateral support
and a longer cushion for improved thigh comfort.  Folding armrests are
fitted. 

The retractable lever on the outside of the driver's cushion adjusts
the height, and a rotary wheel on the squab cushion operates the squab
recline. 

New electric seats have all the features of manual seats plus a
front/rear tilt feature, and lumbar support.  Adjustments are
controlled by buttons on the outer valance of the seats with finger
tip control even for the height of the head restraints.  Heated front
seats are also available. 

On top-of-the-range models, a two-position memory can store all the
adjustments of the electric seats - except lumbar support - and also
the positions of the door mirrors and instrument panel dimmer
settings. 

The adjustments can be recalled either by using the interior switch,
or - for the driver's seat and mirrors - by a remote handset.  Each
Range Rover has a 'his' and 'hers' handset which can be programmed for
the driver's seat and door mirror positions. 

The driver simply presses the handset and all the preferred settings
are adjusted automatically within seconds while unlocking the vehicle.

The rear seats feature a deeper cushion for increased thigh support.
They are wider and more comfortable than previous models because the
rear wheel arches no longer intrude into the seating area. 

The rear seats also have two height adjustable head restraints.  The
seat belt buckles and lap strap are incorporated into the cushion -
eliminating the need to feed them through the seat after it has been
folded down and re-instated providing a flat loads pace floor. 

Luggage Accommodation
The rear seat folds in a 60/40 split, and there is a choice of partial
fold-down or a complete fold-over to give a flat floor area. 

If the seat base has not been fully latched back into position, the
Range Rover's unique lock down mechanism prevents the back rest from
being raised. 

A fabric-trimmed loadspace cover conceals the contents of the boot and
is double-hinged and independent of the tailgate.  The cover is
removable and stowable behind the rear seats. 

The spare wheel is incorporated in the well alongside tools and can be
removed by a sling. 

Luggage accommodation is about 50 percent greater than in previous
models and is more  capacious and versatile than the majority of
executive saloon competitors. 

Steering Wheel
The four-spoke energy absorbing steering wheel offers a generous range
of tilt and telescopic adjustment allowing the driver to alter both
the height and reach of the wheel. 

The unique adjustment system is through a fingertip operated lever
which automatically retracts into the column cowl after use. 

The steering wheel tilts in increments of two degrees between 24 and
32 degrees.  Each two-degree movement equals 12mm of vertical
adjustment at the wheel rim, giving a total movement range of 48 mm.
The telescopic adjustment is infinitely variable within a total
movement of 64mm. 

On the flagship model the in-car entertainment (ICE) switches, and
cruise control, are fitted on the steering wheel. 

The left-hand stalk houses the trip computer switches.  Its functions,
displayed on the Message Centre in the instrument pack, include
average speed, average mpg, distance to empty, master trip distance,
and a speed limit warning which can be selected by the driver. 

Body Electronic Control Module
At the heart of the new Range Rover's sophistication is an advanced
Body electronic Control Module (BeCM), which controls all the interior
and exterior electrical functions, and communicates and interacts with
all the other major functions of the vehicle. 

The BeCM directly controls:-
	exterior and interior lighting
	seat/door mirror memories
	windows and sunroof
	security system
	instrumentation
	wash/wipe features
	convenience features

The BeCM has a continuous dialogue with all other major vehicle
systems to give advanced levels of driver control through the
comprehensive information it can pass on via the Message Centre. 

For example, while the vehicle can now be driven in Access mode on the
electronic air suspension system up to a pre-determined speed, the
BeCM will initiate preventative actions.  It will change the ride
height to the Low position if the Range Rover's speed exceeds Land
Rover's specified safety parameters. 

The BeCM also plays a key role in service diagnostics.  It will log
any faults as they occur and disclose the information when the Range
Rover is diagnostically checked during a service.  

Message Centre
The wholly electronic instrument pack, which incorporates a
state-of-the-art Message Centre, has two clusters of primary and
secondary warning lamps.  The primary mandatory warnings are in red
and the advisory warnings are in amber. 

The Message Centre itself can display a total of 150 driver warning
and information messages covering every function from automatic gear
selection to ride heights and speeds, airbag faults to bulb failures,
alarm activations and trip computer functions, even when the remote
transmitter batteries need replacing. 

Messages are grouped into three priority levels so the driver reacts
promptly to urgent warnings. 

Critical Messages require an immediate response from the driver (e.g.
ABS fault).  They are given top priority through audible warning and
continuous display, with messages ranked in order of importance. 

Non-Critical Messages (e.g. windscreen washer fluid empty), also
require an immediate response and are signalled by an audible warning
and displayed for about four seconds.  The display time is two seconds
if the Message Centre is cycling between displays. 

Standard information messages are divided into three sub-levels:
Category 1 	the display is accompanied by a single beep when the
		message is displayed for the first time or when the
		ignition is turned on or off.  At other times the
		information is visual only.  
Category 2 	these higher priority messages are accompanied by a
		single beep each time the message is displayed. 
Category 3 	these lower priority messages are display only.

Switchgear
All switchgear is ergonomically grouped and positioned for optimum
clarity, accessibility, and control. 

Door Mirrors are electronically operated and heated on all new Range
Rovers.  On the HSE models the mirrors are linked to the seat memory
and also have reverse gear dipping - a function which can be disabled
for specific circumstances (e.g. reversing with a large trailer). 

Auto dimming interior mirror is available on HSE models with a control
to vary the dimming level.  The mirror automatically clears when
reverse gear is engaged. 

Electric windows and sunroof have one-touch slide functions and an
anti-trap protection controlled through the BeCM.  All windows are
one-shot down but only the front windows are one-shot up. 

As the window descends, its motor sends out a series of pulses which
are counted by the BeCM so it records the position of the window.
When the window is raised it re-counts the pulses and the rate of
pulses.  Any slowing down of the pulses indicates resistance and the
window automatically retracts - the front window backs off 20cm and
the rear goes fully down. 

Other functions include one-shot up/down, and an "all-close" function
by remote handset or key through the link with the security and
central locking system.  The windows can also be operated for up to 45
seconds after ignition off, and for a further 45 seconds if the
driver's door is opened. 

The powered sunroof, fitted to the 4.6 HSE models, has the same
convenience and safety features as the windows.  The sunroof can be
remotely closed, with the windows, by remote handset or key, and
operated after the ignition is switched off. 

If the anti-trap sensing is triggered the sunroof automatically
retracts 20 cm. 

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems incorporate
sophisticated technology to provide comfort and refinement for driver
and passengers. 

The separate side to side temperature distribution allows different
settings for occupants on either side of the passenger cabin.  A
programmed defrost button gives automatic optimum windscreen and side
window defrosting at the touch of one button. 

The major benefit of the new air-conditioning system, standard on SE
and HSE models, is Automatic Temperature Control.  The driver and
passenger can select their preferred temperature shown on the LCD
display - and the system works automatically. 

For maximum comfort and refinement, fan speed and distribution are
automatically geared to the prevailing conditions. 

The system's ECU reacts to sensors which read internal ambient and
solar temperatures, and external temperatures.  The system can also
signal a low temperature warning, displaying a snowflake symbol next
to the temperature setting. 

Under cold start conditions the system delivers warm air at low volume
to the feet, gradually increasing in intensity as the water flow to
the heater increases in temperature. 

Under high ambient temperatures the system provides high volumes of
conditioned air through face level vents, gradually reducing in
intensity as the cabin approaches the pre-set temperature. 

Replaceable pollen filters are fitted.  The system also has a
self-diagnostic capability which can be communicated through the BeCM
during servicing. 

In-Car Entertainment
Three high quality in-car entertainment systems are available with the
new Range Rover.  They all feature RDS EON (Radio Data System Enhanced
Other Networks) which displays the station name on FM frequencies, and
improves reception by continuously retuning to the strongest programme
frequency.  The system also incorporates a selectable traffic
information feature. 

On base models the 4 x 7W six speaker system has four bass speakers
(one in each door) and two tweeters (one in each front door). 

On SE and DSE models the 4 x 15W system has eight speakers; music
search on the cassette deck; dedicated audio control providing
balance, fade, treble and bass adjustment, and separate auto search
control. 

The HSE model has a 4 x 30W system with 11 active speakers - including
a sub woofer speaker in the luggage area - and five amplifiers. 

Controls are mounted on the steering wheel and the system includes a
six-disc CD player with disc select and repeat, track select, repeat,
scan and random play. 

Interior Lighting
The lighting systems have been carefully designed for maximum comfort
and convenience.  The courtesy lights remain on for 18 seconds after
the doors are closed, but fade when the ignition is switched on.  They
can be manually overridden. 

The front doors include puddle lamps and door edge reflectors.  Some
models also have rear map reading lamps, rear door puddle lamps, and
footwell illumination.  There is also an illuminated passenger vanity
mirror. 

Security
On all models the alarm system includes:-
	perimetric sensing of doors, bonnet, and tailgate

	volumetric sensing which detects, ultrasonically, movement
	within the vehicle 

	robust engine immobilisation which shuts down ignition and
	fuelling. 

Two remote handsets, which store the key, are provided with each Range
Rover.  The handset has a lock and unlock button with the lock button
identified by a padlock symbol.  One press of the lock button
activates central locking, engine immobilisation, and perimetric
alarm.  Two presses give the maximum security of superlocking - making
it impossible to open the doors from inside or outside the vehicle -
and activating the volumetric alarm. 

When the key is used to superlock it arms only the perimetric alarm
and engine immobiliation. 

An automatic re-lock feature guards against the driver accidentally
unlocking the vehicle, due to the long range transmitter.  If the
doors remain unopened, a key is not inserted in the ignition, or if
there is no movement in the vehicle, the system will automatically
re-lock after 60 seconds. 

A mislock feature warns the driver - with two beeps from a sounder
under the bonnet - that the vehicle has not been fully secured and the
Message Centre explains the reason for the mis-lock (e.g. tailgate
left open). 

A lazy locking feature - enabling all windows and sunroof to be closed
- can be operated by an extended press of the lock button on the
remote handset. 

A lazy seats feature, available on HSE models, enables the driver to
unlock the vehicle and have the electric memory seats and wing mirrors
return to his/her position. 

If the vehicle has been locked and the handset has been damaged, the
driver can open the doors and re-mobilise the engine using the key to
enter a unique four-digit code. 

The alarm system is protected against electronic devices because the
32-bit rolling code receiver in each handset will not accept a code
that has been previously received and processed. 

The new Range Rover also has a number of other security features, such
as a four-track key instead of two, making it difficult to copy or
pick. 

The design of the lock barrel operates with a free wheeling clutch if
entry is forced.  The four-track lock barrel has a hardened steel
cover, and the segmented design will break up under a slide hammer
attack rather than coming out in one piece. 

CHASSIS

A totally new stronger ladder frame chassis has been designed by Land
Rover engineers to further improve handling, ride comfort, and
stability, to satisfy luxury saloon customers.  The new chassis is
also able to withstand the extreme twisting and bending stresses of
off-road use. 

The welded box-section chassis is made from high-strength micro-alloy
steel.  Compared to the constant 2mm gauge on the original Range
Rover, the new chassis frame varies between 2.5mm and 4mm to improve
the vehicles crashworthiness in terms of energy absorption and
deformation. 

Four cross-members form the ladder construction - one is detachable
for service access to the engine bay. 

To maintain the integrity of the passenger compartment the chassis has
been designed to deform in a controlled manner. 

In a minor collision the crush cans, mounted between the steel
armature bumper and the front end of the chassis, collapse to absorb
the impact, and can be easily replaced. 

In a more severe collision the front end of the chassis deforms to
contain the impact.  Further protection is provided by the use of
steel panels in the body design, and side impact door beams in all
four doors, designed to meet U.S. crash standards. 

A major feature of the chassis design is the availability of a towing
pack which includes a rear towing cross member fitted behind and above
the chassis rear cross member. 

The mounting bracket for the towball is attached to the rear cross
member and supported by the towing cross member.  The towball can be
removed and stowed in the spare wheel stowage area to avoid damage
when the Range Rover is used off-road. 

SUSPENSION
Range Rover's legendary suspension system has been totally re-designed
for the new model to deliver best in-class handling, ride comfort, and
stability both on road and off-road. 

AXLES
Land Rover engineers have designed all-new beam axles which are not
only lighter and stronger than previous models, but are also quicker
and easier to service. 

The spiral bevel pinion differential has a hard ground crown wheel and
pinion, fine forged differential gears, and two-pin and four-pin
derivatives which are fitted to match the powertrain. 

The banjo-style front and rear axle case contains an integral yoke at
the front and integral spring mounts and composite link brackets.
Each axle end has a semi floating hub, bearing and carrier
sub-assembly, sealed bearings and specially developed sliding calliper
brakes. 

The new axles have not only improved reliability but have also been
designed for ease of manufacture.  Over the current Range Rover the
number of parts has been reduced from 338 to 214 and the axles take 30
percent less time to assemble. 

FRONT SUSPENSION
The front suspension locates the front axle to the chassis by forged
steel radius arms to minimise fore and aft movement of the axle and
wheels, but to allow maximum axle articulation for off-road
performance, ride, comfort and handling.  Transverse location of the
axle is by a panhard rod. 

REAR SUSPENSION
A totally new rear suspension system has been developed by Land Rover
engineers. 

Replacing the A-Frame concept, the new system uses two lightweight
composite radius arms, made from fibreglass and resin, to provide
location for the rear axle and to act as an integral anti-roll bar.
Lateral location of the axle is provided by a panhard rod. 

On the new Range Rover roll stiffness has been increased by 30 percent
to give secure, confident handling through reduced body roll on
corners. 

The rate of roll - how quickly the vehicle achieves its roll angle -
has also been improved by enhanced damper performance. 

ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION
In 1992 Range Rover was the first 4 x 4 vehicle in the world to be
fitted with an automatic electronic air suspension.  The EAS system
has now been refined and developed further and is standard on all
Range Rovers. 

It retains the five ride heights (Access, Low, Standard, High,
Extended) of the original system, but increases the options available
to the driver.  Some of the height settings have been revised. 

The system is now operated by a rocker switch, and the ride height
switches illuminate when selected or when a height change is being
made. 

For example, when changing from Standard to Low, the Standard symbol
remains illuminated and the Low symbol flashes until the setting has
changed.  The Standard symbol then extinguishes and the Low symbol
remains illuminated.  Additional information is also provided through
the Message Centre. 

The improved features on EAS involve the Low and Access settings. 

The Low position is now 25mm instead of 20mm below Standard for
improved stability and handling.  It can also be locked manually
irrespective of speed. 

The Access Height, now 65mm instead of 60mm below Standard, can now be
selected up to 40 seconds after engine switch-off and up to 40 seconds
before coming to a halt. 

Where headroom is restricted it is possible to drive the vehicle in
Access at speed of up to 20mph by pressing the manual switch when in
Access. 

If the vehicle speed exceeds 25mph the Range Rover will rise to Low,
returning to Access if the speed drops below 20mph. 

BRAKES AND STEERING
The new high-performance braking system with anti-lock braking (ABS),
as standard on all models, provides excellent stopping power and
traction.  A new steering system, coupled with the latest generation
tyres, plays a key role in the new Range Rover's handling, steering,
and all-terrain ability. 

Large disc brakes, ventilated at the front, are fitted to all four
wheels with a front disc diameter of 297.2mm and rear brake disc
diameter of 304.0mm.  Larger callipers are fitted at the front to deal
with the distribution of braking effort - two-thirds front, one-third
rear. 

ABS
The new Range Rover, like its predecessor, is fitted with the most
advanced four-channel anti-lock braking system on a four-wheel drive
vehicle.  Improvements include the integration of the pump and
accumulator into a more compact unit, and improved brake pedal feel. 

The optimised front suspension geometry, and reduced ground offset,
have improved braking performance and stability, particularly on
gravel, ice and snow. 

The system's ECU collects data from each wheel at the rate of 250
times a second - two and a half times faster than any other system.
If the ECU detects that a wheel is about to lock, it releases brake
pressure and then immediately re-applies it at a rate of 10 times a
second. 

ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL
In 1992 the original Range Rover was the first 4 x 4 vehicle in the
world to be fitted with Electronic Traction Control.  The system, an
extension of the ABS which operates on the rear axle, is carried over
as standard equipment on HSE models. 

When the system's ECU senses that one rear wheel is spinning faster
than the other, it will apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel and
transfer torque across the axle to the wheel with grip. 

STEERING
The new re-circulating ball power-assisted steering system has the
same positive feel as a manual system around the straight-ahead
position while providing full power assistance when required. 

It is a linear system with a fixed ratio so the movement of the road
wheels is in direct proportion to the steering wheel. 

Off-road the system minimises kick-back through the steering wheel by
being hard-mounted to the panhard rod mounting bracket - a position
that reduces surface-transmitted vibrations and enhances straight-line
stability. 

WHEELS
All new Range Rovers are fitted with cast alloy wheels with a
five-stud mounting.  Each major derivative has a different wheel style
with three-spoke 7J x 16" wheels fitted to entry models; five-hole 7J
x 16" fitted to SE models; and prestige five-spoke 8J x 16" fitted to
HSE models. 

TYRES
The new Range Rover has higher maximum speeds and greater gross
vehicle weights than previous models.  All derivatives are fitted with
235/70 R16 105H rated tyres allowing loads of 925kg/tyre at a maximum
speed of 210 kph (131 mph), except the HSE which gets 255/65 R16 109H
rated tyres allowing loads of 1030kg/tyre at a maximum speed of 210
kph (131 mph). 

ENGINES

The V8 engines, which have been at the heart of the Range Rover, have
undergone the biggest development programme in their history to
transform them into world-class units with vastly improved power,
refinement and economy characteristics. 

Two brand new derivatives have been developed - a 4.0 litre version
producing 190 bhp and a range-topping 4.6 litre producing 225 bhp. 

The 4.6 litre HSE model achieves 0 to 60 mph in 9.3 seconds and has a
top speed of 125 mph. 

In addition, diesel Range Rovers are fitted with BMW's 2.5 litre six
cylinder unit which has been widely acclaimed as the best diesel in
the world. 

V8 ENGINES
The original V8 engine's inherent strength, torque, and refinement,
coupled with its proven record in four-wheel drive and racing and
rallying applications, made it the ideal choice for further
development. 

Land Rover engineers set themselves tough objectives for the new V8.

They wanted increased performance, improved refinement, reduced size,
better economy, reduced servicing costs, emissions compatibility, and
compliance with Land Rover's world-renowned standards for four wheel
drive. 

To achieve the objectives the V8 has been totally re-designed with
virtually every component either modified or completely changed. 

A totally new engine management system known as GEMS (Generic Engine
Management System) has been developed jointly by Land Rover engineers
and Segam Lucas for the new V8 engines. 

It controls every aspect of fuelling and ignition and features a range
of new sensors on all key components.  It also communicates with the
automatic transmission ECU and the BeCM. 

The system offers hot wire air mass flow sequential fuel injection,
and lambda sensor control of the air/fuel ratio for optimised catalyst
efficiency. 

GEMS provides fully programmed ignition control with knock sensing
which continuously monitors every cylinder for signs of detonation or
pinking. 

When this is detected the system automatically adjusts the ignition
timing of the affected cylinder to prevent detonation, and
progressively re-instates the ignition advance over succeeding cycles
to its original value. 

GEMS  uses four double ended ignition coils instead of the distributor
giving  improvements in reliability through the elimination of the HT
lead. 

The engine management system also communicates with the automatic
transmission ECU so that engine performance can be adjusted
instantaneously during gear changes to reduce gearbox loading and
provide the smoothest possible gear change quality. 

All major components within the engine have been re-designed and
balanced to achieve a much improved level of engine refinement. 

Crankshaft
For the 4.6 derivative a new crankshaft was required with a stroke
increased from 71mm to 82mm.  To maintain strength both the big end
and main bearing sizes have been increased by 5mm to 55.5mm and 63.5mm
respectively. 

Pistons
Both engine derivatives have new lightweight pistons with crown height
reduced from 48mm to 36mm.  The small end diameter has been increased
from 22.2mm to 24mm to withstand the higher loads from the increased
performance. 

Connecting Rods
The engines are now fitted with new con-rods which have been designed
to reduce vibration.  They are also fully balanced individually. 

Camshafts
New camshafts have been designed for the 4.6 litre and 4.0 litre
engines to cater for absolute engine performance without any
degradation to valve train durability. 

Cylinder Block
The cylinder block has been substantially developed to accommodate the
larger main bearing diameters and increased crankshaft counter weight
radius. 

To cope with the increased loads of the 4.6 litre engine the main
bearing cap material has been upgraded, and the caps are now
cross-bolted into the cylinder block on all V8 engines.  Additional
stiffening ribs have been added to key areas of the block to improve
stiffness and durability. 

Cylinder Head and Gaskets
The cylinder head induction and exhaust parts have been modified to
obtain the target engine performance from the 4.6 litre derivative.
Increased gas loads have led to the introduction of a new composite
cylinder head gasket which eliminates the need for outrigger fixings. 

The cylinder heads and gaskets are now bolted to the cylinder block.

Exhaust Manifolds
New low thermal inertia, thin wall, stainless steel exhaust manifolds
are used to speed up the transfer of heat to the catalyst to reduce
emissions. 

Engine Auxiliaries and Belt Drive
All components forward from the front face of the cylinder block have
been totally re-designed to reduce the engine length by 75mm.  The
changes have improved refinement, increased engine durability and
reliability, and reduced service requirements. 

The front cover assembly has been re-designed to incorporate a new
high performance oil pump driven off the nose of the crankshaft, and a
new reverse rotation water pump. 

All engine ancillary components are rigidly mounted on cast aluminium
alloy brackets to reduce vibration and improve refinement and
durability. 

The ancillaries are driven by a single serpentine (or polyvee)
multi-ribbed belt controlled by a dynamic spring tensioner.  It has a
life of 72,000 miles. 

2.5 LITRE DIESEL
In the early stages of developing the new Range Rover, Land Rover
decided to use the world's finest high performance diesel engine.
After investigating six alternatives they chose the BMW 2.5 litre six
cylinder power plant. 

Four years ago BMW and Land Rover engineers began a programme to
modify the engine to meet the specific four-wheel drive requirements
of the new Range Rover and its unique heavy duty cycle. 

The result is the optimum balance between power output, fuel economy,
refinement, low noise, and low emissions.  Compared to BMW car
applications the engine in Range Rover produces slightly more torque
and a little less power. 

The maximum power is 134 bhp at 4400 rpm and maximum torque is 199 lb.
ft. at 2300 rpm.  A major advantage is that about 80 percent of
maximum torque is available from 1500 rpm through to 4400 rpm enabling
the Range Rover to cruise comfortably at high speed and also to
deliver the immense low-speed pulling power required for off-road use
and towing. 

The Range Rover diesel accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 13.3 seconds
and has a top speed of 105 mph. 

The BMW indirect injection turbo-charged diesel engine was first
introduced into the BMW 5 series and 3 series in 1992.  Its
exceptionally smooth and quiet performance results from a combination
of fully electronic injection control and the unique design of the
main combustion chamber. 

In conjunction with BMW engineers the engine has been modified to suit
the off-road requirements of Range Rover. 

Oil Sump
All Land Rover engines have to pass a unique test which involves
running the engine at angles up to 45 degrees fore and aft, and 35
degrees side to side. 

The requirements of the off-road test resulted in the oil sump
capacity being increased and the pick-up system being revised. 

Air Intake
The air induction system has been modified to meet Range Rover's
requirements for wading.  Air in now taken from the dry area from
inside the wing above the wheel arch liner and then ducted across the
top of the engine. 

Wiring Harness
The wiring harness has been re-routed to keep water and dirt ingress
in off-road circumstances to a minimum. 

Cooling Fan
The performance of the cooling fan has been increased with
modifications to the viscous coupling to provide additional airflow
for Range Rover's heavier duty cycle. 

Other modifications involve the turbocharger, dual mass flywheel,
crankshaft thrust bearings, engine tune, crankcase breather, and fuel
feed and return pipes. 

TRANSMISSION

The ZF 4 speed electronic automatic transmission has been specifically
designed for the new Range Rover, and in particular for on-road
cruising, off-road robustness, and for towing. 

The ZF HP22 is fitted to 4.0 litre V8 models, and the ZF HP24 has been
engineered for the more powerful 4.6 litre V8.  Both versions have oil
coolers for operating in extreme conditions. 

The Automatic transmission has four shift programmes.

High Range
	Normal for maximum economy on-road
	Sport  for the more enthusiastic driver.

Low Range
	Normal for non-severe off-road and heavy load towing
	Manual for severe off-road conditions where maximum control is required.

"H" Gate Selector System
Land Rover engineers developed a world first by designing a new "H"
gate system which enables a driver to change from high ratio to low
ratio using the same lever. 

The "H" gate provides control of both the automatic transmission and
transfer box through one lever.  The need for a separate transfer box
gear lever has been eliminated. 

The graphics plate indicates the gear that is selected, and whether
the vehicle is in high range or low range.  High range is always
positioned on the driver's side of the H-gate for ease of use when
selecting automatic gear positions. 

The selector lever now has a two-stage button.  The first allows
movement through the automatic gears, and the second - by full
depression - selects the change from high to low ratio. 

Low range is selected by first selecting "N" and then moving the lever
through the centre of the "H".  The lever is then moved to select a
forward or reverse gear position.  To select high range from low range
the procedure is reversed. 

High-to-low and low-to-high range shifts can be made up to 5 mph but
it is recommended that the gear change is made when the Range Rover is
stationary. 

If a shift is attempted above 5 mph the lights on the graphics plate
will flash on the range being selected.  The Message Centre will also
display the "Slow Down" warning. 

If the shift lever is moved too fast for a range change to be
completed the lights will flash and the Message Centre will display
the "Select Neutral" advice. 

When the engine is started the normal programme is selected.  Pressing
the mode switch then selects Sport. (Manual in Low Range) 

MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS
The manual transmission fitted to the new Range Rover is a further
development of the five-speed R380 first introduced on Land Rover
models in March this year.  On diesel models the gearbox has a lower
first gear ratio to suit the diesel engine's characteristics. 

Synchromesh is fitted on all gears - with triple cone  on the first
three gears and a large single cone on fourth and fifth. 

The conventional transfer box lever is replaced by an electronic
button located on the fascia to make it easier for the driver to
change between high range and low range. 

Transfer Box
As with current Range Rovers, all new Range Rovers have permanent
four-wheel drive and a viscous coupling unit on the centre
differential. 

A new Borg Warner transfer box is fitted to the new Range Rovers.
Range selection is operated by an electric motor and controlled by a
dedicated ECU on both manual and automatic derivatives. 

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Date: Fri, 30 Sep 94 11:06:19 PDT
From: brabyn@skivs.ski.org (John Brabyn)
Subject: Re:  New RR - Product In Detail

Just wanted to thank you for sending all this info.

John Brabyn
Mill Valley, Ca
89RR

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Date: Fri, 30 Sep 1994 12:13:35 -0700
From: mcdpw@pacific.pacific.net (Granville Pool)
Subject: New Range Rover

Yes, please, tell all about the new Range Rover; what you have told so far 
is very interesting.  I may never be able to afford one but my wife will 
certainly want one.
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Date: 30 Sep 94 22:26:39 EDT
From: "Stephen O'Hearn" <72700.3262@compuserve.com>
Subject: Defender 90 success

John Brabyn writes:

> Also, perhaps the sales will pick up a bit when they introduce a 4 door
> hardtop version, not subject to the 25% import duty.

They did. LR imported 500 Defender 110's during '93 at around $41,000
apiece. I've seen two (or maybe the same one twice) in the L.A. area.

Treading Lightly...

Stephen O'Hearn
'94 Defender 90

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Date: 30 Sep 94 22:26:42 EDT
From: "Stephen O'Hearn" <72700.3262@compuserve.com>
Subject: Defender 90 Top Problems

Sandy Grice writes:

> The scuttlebutt at LRNA is that they would like to pull the Defender,
> especially in light of all the problems with the ill-designed rag top.

and:

> Badger Coachworks has landed a contract to do fix-it, remedial work on
> the 90s' tops.  At present, he is working on a proper replacement that
> may be offered country-wide as a retrofit.

Maybe I'm in a state of blissful ignorance but what problems are there
with the top? And what does this "proper replacement" consist of?

Treading Lightly...

Stephen O'Hearn
'94 Defender 90

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