Restomod wiring / modern powertrain integration
A modern V8 Defender restomod project using an LT1 engine and 10L80 automatic gearbox. VASS supported the wiring for the vehicle and powertrain, including electric windows, central locking, upgraded audio, reversing camera and production-focused scanning work.
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Install a modern LT1 V8 and 10L80 automatic gearbox into a Defender while upgrading the vehicle electrical system to a standard suitable for repeated builds and future production work.
Support the wiring of the complete vehicle, not just the engine. The work covered the modern powertrain, vehicle harness, comfort features, reversing camera and supporting scan data for components that could be replicated in future builds.
Engineering challenge
System architecture
Engineering & integration
Commissioning & result
The vehicle wiring and powertrain systems were brought together so the Defender operated as intended. The scanning work also helped support the creation of repeatable parts for future similar builds.
For similar programmes
This project shows that VASS is not limited to EV conversions. The same structured wiring, diagnostics and systems-integration approach can support high-end restomods, engine swaps and production-style Defender builds.
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