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D4 Traxide Kit & Dual Battery
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StepanT
 


Member Since: 01 Jul 2008
Location: Prague
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Czech Republic 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Thanks Bodsy!
It looks pretty easy. I wonder why LR messed the existing space Question
To me it is clear now, I will definitelly go for the original D3 solution with the D Traxide kit in my brother's new D4. I do not find the extra battery taking up the boot space (and not having it there when you suddenly need it) too attractive. D3 LE James Cook, 2,7 TDV6 auto  
Post #696553Fri Sep 24 2010 12:14pm
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StepanT
 


Member Since: 01 Jul 2008
Location: Prague
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Czech Republic 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Tim
Is there any other problem, except for the need of relocation of several bits and pieces, to use the D3 kit in D4? Are the 2nd battery mounts still in place? D3 LE James Cook, 2,7 TDV6 auto  
Post #699666Mon Oct 04 2010 12:58pm
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drivesafe
 


Member Since: 23 Feb 2006
Location: Gold Coast, Australia
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Australia 

Hi StepanT, the same battery mounts are still in place and I now have more D4 customers opting to rearrange the auxiliary battery compartment rather than put the battery in the rear cargo area. 2008 TDV8 RR Lux + 2009 D4 2.7  
Post #699668Mon Oct 04 2010 1:06pm
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StepanT
 


Member Since: 01 Jul 2008
Location: Prague
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Czech Republic 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Good! Thanks Tim. D3 LE James Cook, 2,7 TDV6 auto  
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CUCO
 


Member Since: 27 May 2011
Location: Spain & Oleee!!!
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Spain 2010 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Auto Nara BronzeDiscovery 4

Could you post a picture of the conections of the traxide kit to the vehicle battery in your D4 please?

I want to install many accesories in my D4 and i´m thinking in this charging kit.  
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StepanT
 


Member Since: 01 Jul 2008
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Czech Republic 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Have not had time yet to install the kit ... Once I will move on, I will certainly post some pics ... D3 LE James Cook, 2,7 TDV6 auto  
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gseum
 


Member Since: 15 Feb 2010
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Germany 2010 LR4 5.0 V8 HSE Auto Zermatt SilverLR4

Hi,

did you (or someone else) install the traxide kit?

Is there an other electrical solution for connecting the second battery? Probably an original Land Rover part number for the D3 kit?

Greetings
gseum Discovery 4/LR4 HSE 5.0 V8 MY2010  
Post #886182Thu Jan 19 2012 10:32pm
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StepanT
 


Member Since: 01 Jul 2008
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Czech Republic 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

I have got the traxide kit in my D3. Have not had the time yet to fit the kit into my brother's D4 though.
Contact forum member Tim aka 'Drivesafe' to get your D3/4 kit Thumbs Up D3 LE James Cook, 2,7 TDV6 auto  
Post #886259Fri Jan 20 2012 8:52am
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gseum
 


Member Since: 15 Feb 2010
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Germany 2010 LR4 5.0 V8 HSE Auto Zermatt SilverLR4

Hi,

I contacted Tim - he also has a new 160A version. Does anybody install it already?

Greetings
gseum Discovery 4/LR4 HSE 5.0 V8 MY2010  
Post #886282Fri Jan 20 2012 10:05am
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JAB
 


Member Since: 22 May 2006
Location: Near Arnhem
Posts: 26

Netherlands 2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Hi,

Has anyone installed the traxide kit (or another one) in a 2012 discovery with the 8-speed box...

I am concerned that the new charging system is giving problems with it, any info??

Jan TDV6 S Java, Ebony, TR, Auto, Armrest !!!

D4 coming up....  
Post #889397Fri Jan 27 2012 7:54pm
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caverD3
 


Member Since: 03 Jul 2006
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Australia 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Auto Zambezi SilverDiscovery 3

JAB wrote:
I am concerned that the new charging system is giving problems with it, any info??


Have you installed one and are having problems? "A society that will trade a little liberty for a little order will lose both- and deserve neither"
Thomas Jefferson.

TDV6: Adaptive Headlights, Electronic Rear Diff, ARB Bar, Blaupunkt Speakers, JVC Powered Subwoofer, Removable Snorkel, Mitchell Bros Tow Hitch, Pioneer After Market Head Unit, Zenarc Touch Screen, In Car Sub-notebook, GPS Anntenna, Steering Wheel Control Adaptor, Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.  
Post #889536Sat Jan 28 2012 2:52am
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JAB
 


Member Since: 22 May 2006
Location: Near Arnhem
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Netherlands 2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

Not yet,

Dealer says its a no go due to the new energy saving alternator. A dual battery kit would void warranty and damage electronics... BS in my opinion, but you never know....

Thats why i asked... TDV6 S Java, Ebony, TR, Auto, Armrest !!!

D4 coming up....  
Post #889640Sat Jan 28 2012 1:12pm
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caverD3
 


Member Since: 03 Jul 2006
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Australia 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Auto Zambezi SilverDiscovery 3

BS from dealer. But some dual battery systems wont work.
Traxside kit is one kit which will work with the D4, Tim worked with LR Oz to devlop it and he knows how the D4 system works.
If you are unsure PM 'drivesafe' and ask.
Any modification cannot 'void warranty'. Only if they can prove it was what caused the failure even then they can only refuse warranty for that claim. "A society that will trade a little liberty for a little order will lose both- and deserve neither"
Thomas Jefferson.

TDV6: Adaptive Headlights, Electronic Rear Diff, ARB Bar, Blaupunkt Speakers, JVC Powered Subwoofer, Removable Snorkel, Mitchell Bros Tow Hitch, Pioneer After Market Head Unit, Zenarc Touch Screen, In Car Sub-notebook, GPS Anntenna, Steering Wheel Control Adaptor, Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.  
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drivesafe
 


Member Since: 23 Feb 2006
Location: Gold Coast, Australia
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Australia 

Thanks caverD3.

Hi JAB, I’m not sure of the laws in your country but in most cases, if an accessory is an “Add-On” and does not in any way, alter the vehicle, then it can be fitted without voiding the new vehicle warranty.

There is some confusion here in Australia where some dual battery systems are effecting the operation of the D4, BUT these dual battery systems require the wiring in the D4 to be altered and this is where the problems arise.

The Traxide kits are an add-on and do not alter the wiring or the operation of the D4.

A tip for anyone adding any form of after market electrics and/or electronics.

DO NOT pick up your negative feed at the cranking battery’s negative terminal. It MUST be earthed elsewhere in the D4. 2008 TDV8 RR Lux + 2009 D4 2.7  
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Russell
 


Member Since: 24 Aug 2007
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United Kingdom 2012 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Auto Nara BronzeDiscovery 4

Why not use the battery earth Tom? MY12 D4 HSE
MY11 D4 HSE
D3 S spec
Tow bar, full length roof bars, side steps, tow bar storage unit, surround camers.
D4 camera club  
Post #894310Tue Feb 07 2012 8:15pm
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