possible swap

[kidmachine]

good evening ,,,,
i have been offered a swb 2.2 2000 reg sport ,,as a swap for my lwb 2.3 d i just want something smaller and more economical would this be a wise move and worth it ,,he says there is a dash clock fault where they only come on when side lights on ,,does this sound right

any help appreciated thankyou

[vauxsqueeks]

Hi,
The 2.2 swb will probably return around 25mpg so that isn't going to be better for economy than the 2.3d. The dash clock problem is a known issue and can be repaired with a soldering iron if you have one/feel competent to do it. If not there are others around that may be able to assist. If its economy you need then I would look to stay with the 2.3d.

If you were looking for something smaller and more economical then the "nirvana" would be a 3.2v6 SWB on gas/LPG. this would give you better MPG ( around 28-30 )and loads more power. The additional benefit ( and where you gain ) is that LPG is only 0.65p a litre so you would effectively get nearly double mileage out of it for the same cost.

The 3.2 swb are fairly rare, but economy wise you could go for another lwb 3.2 on LPG and get the same benefits. I suppose its just how much you want the smaller car?

I don't really know the diesels that well, I am sure someone will be along to advise accordingly who can confirm the above or shoot me full of holes

[kidmachine]

ok thanks for that ,,will keep looking

[carlisletiger]

My 2.2 swb on a 2000 reg is returning 29.4 mpg at the minute.
Head gaskets are a weakness but other than that not a bad little motor

[RatCav]

My 2.3 TDi averages around 35 mpg taking it easy, but diseasal is more expensive. Auto's are significantly more thirsty than manuals .. especially around town.

Less to go wrong on the leafer A series compared to the B series as well. B series suffer from dash faults (as you have found) and more electrical gubbins including the 4wd system. 2.2 petrol's have a habit of blowing head gaskets if not looked after and serviced regularly, especially if you don't change the coolant when you should and keep the levels right. There has even been rumour that once the head gasket has gone, there is a chance the bottom end will go if ran for too long before repair.

B series is a more refined truck though and if I had the opportunity I would go with the suggestions here of a 3.2 V6 Manual on LPG .. in fact I am idly looking for one myself.