new project engine upgrade (2 Viewers)

[Wildbill]

Thankyou

I would go with original runing gear if you are doing the conversion
Try not to get bogged down with other forums.
And sum of the ways that have done it go with your own gut feeling and knowledge
Bill

 

[Andrew Lee]

I was only thinking of doing the hubs so I would have larger wheel bearings, I am happy with the 2.5 td thats in it, it goes really well with the fuel pump modification

 

[Wildbill]

I was only thinking of doing the hubs so I would have larger wheel bearings, I am happy with the 2.5 td thats in it, it goes really well with the fuel pump modification

Fuel pump modification?
Bill

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[Wildbill]

I also modified the wiring to get the cold start so it only works on the first cranking of the engine
Bill

 

[Wildbill]

After seeing you IN the hole where the engine should be in a previous photo I can't believe how much it's come on!! Amazing!

Still got a bit to do but think I have broken the back of it
My biggest problem is I am 225 miles from my work shop
Very limited tool situation to make build modifie and fabricate with out having to pay through the nose for sumthing I can do my self
I have managed but a few things will have to wait till I get to my kit to do it

Bill

 

[Wildbill]

I know one thing for sure the engine and engine bay are getting a dam good cleaning when I get it home gunk and a dam good pressure washing
Bill

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[Wildbill]

So it's hissing it down just looking at her oil and engine oils for the beasts
Wat do other funsters use
Bill

 

[gus-lopez]

No idea from me but hopefully someone will who has the same engine. 2,8 TDi isn't it now ?

 

[100brian]

I was only thinking of doing the hubs so I would have larger wheel bearings, I am happy with the 2.5 td thats in it, it goes really well with the fuel pump modification

Would also like to know what the fuel pump modification is.

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[Wildbill]

Would also like to know what the fuel pump modification is.

I think I know but till I have tested the theoryi will keep it under my hat
Bill

 

[Andrew Lee]

Depends on the fuel pump, if its the lucas cav pump on the 2.5 talbot engine then the fuel screw is a small allen key in the front of the pump behind the allen key plug which is hidden behind a plastic cover, on the bosch pump then it is at a angle close to the injector pipes, it had a 13 mm locking nut and its easy to do,

 

[Andrew Lee]

Lucas pump only requires around a 16th to a 8th of a turn so just a touch but the bosch you can do a quarter to a half turn, both clockwise turning them inwards

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[Wildbill]

Had to bring in a another engineer for the final commissionig.
One of my other grandchildren

Just some final commissoning to do
And then a test drive
Thanks for watching my thread
Bill

 

[Wildbill]

There is lots of corrosion on the indicator lamp holders so a trip to the scrapyard tomorrow for sumthing to make them work.
Bill

 

[Wildbill]

Well it's not over yet but very close to being over Jay has to go back to school on Monday.
I have to go back to make sure my son hasn't Bankrupted me lol don't worry it's in good hand's
But he's not great with the paper work
So a day in the office.
And a day sorting out the stock
Any customer bit's and bobs
Then back up to MOT the bitch
I will post any other bits I do to complete the up grade but it's done now
Bill

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[Wildbill]

The view form our rented static caravan as the sun raises over the other boxes.
Is it for me I don't think so stuck in the same place.
Another day just fiddling abut today
But a early finish so I can spend sum time with Lyn and Jay not covered in oil and dirt
Jay having breakfast before another days graft
Bill

 

[Wildbill]

Ben having a bit of fun with some wiring.
I done the offside and showed the we man what to do.
Then just stood back.
He must have done a good job it's working
Bill

 

[davanne]

Iwill just let every one know my self and lyn are sorting things out five months of masonry for both of us was to much.
we have had lots of good chats and lought and cries over the las few weeks.
we cant throw away thirty five years of our life's in the bin
bill

Great news Bill ....we wish you both all the best for the future

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[Wildbill]

We will be having a night out tonight one of the family is watching the
we-man.
Chines Indian French or just good old Scottish food see where we end up
This will be the first time since I gave up the drink I have eaten out
Bill

 

[davejen]

You deserve a night out, Bill, just enjoy.
Cheers, Dave

 

[Wildbill]

Well back in Scotland after dropping off Lyn and the we-man and collecting sum parts for the van
Just a few loose ends to tie up then
The bitch is ready for its MOT
Bil

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[Wildbill]

Today I went to check the vin no on the plate it's missing it must have got knocked off during the engine swap never lost one before so what do I do Bill

 

[Geo]

I imagine you could make yourself one Bill, if not get a blank chassis plate off e bay and a set of stamps and stamp what ever VIN is shown on your v5
The Mot tester should use what ever plate is present
Good Luck
Geo

 

[JockandRita]

Today I went to check the vin no on the plate it's missing it must have got knocked off during the engine swap never lost one before so what do I do Bill

The chassis number should be recorded on the V5 Bill, along with the original engine number. Do any of your photos show the VIN plate in situ?
Normally the VIN Plate is riveted onto the bonnet slam panel, and wouldn't be knocked off easily.

Good luck pal.

Jock.

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[Wildbill]

The chassis number should be recorded on the V5 Bill, along with the original engine number. Do any of your photos show the VIN plate in situ?
Normally the VIN Plate is riveted onto the bonnet slam panel, and wouldn't be knocked off easily.

Good luck pal.

Jock.

It is on one of the photos but it's not thar now
What do I do to get one now
Bill

 

[Wildbill]

I imagine you could make yourself one Bill, if not get a blank chassis plate off e bay and a set of stamps and stamp what ever VIN is shown on your v5
The Mot tester should use what ever plate is present
Good Luck
Geo

Thanks Geo

 

[JockandRita]

What do I do to get one now

Wot Geo suggested.

Cheers,

Jock.

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[gus-lopez]

http://www.vin-plate.co.uk/index.html

I've used this bloke before. Good

 

[Gromett]

@Wildbill I have found a use for your old engine or is it the gearbox

 

[Gromett]

Hmm think this might be from a longitudinal engine rear wheel drive? Might not be able to do it with yours? I have no idea what I am on about

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