Chris W
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stuck it into a what?
I don't expect it given
it just may well be(where are you!?)
ok guys, first up- thanks for reading the wanted and secondly, for taking the time to reply!
while I'm not operating as a garage or trader, I am probably a bit more adept than the usual enthusiast. I will be making beer money with this as its a motor that's come in to the workshop via word of mouth, from a friend of a friend thing.
I need to account for distance collecting an engine, as well as the fitting, and the risk of buying unknown, coupled with what the chap that owns it is prepared to pay.
he was expecting a head swap, not a cracked liner, but I told him months ago to expect problems if he didn't sort the overheating issue.
so, to the bottom line- what do you guys want for the engines / disco?
answers by pm if you wish
ps- if it was my motor, yes, I'd be haggling
cheers once again
you can have my 300tdi with no turbo or alternator for £300 .
come over one saturday and have a tinker with it first ..
Brian S
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ooh
wasn't expecting that
would that be block, crank, pistons? ie a short engine?
Yes mate. Would remove head and ancileries but you could hear it running now.
A bit off topic but interested as to what you did to fit a 200 in place of a 300?
Did you need to change engine mounts etc?
Did you also use the 300 turbo on the 200?
Cheers
How much extra to keep head with it?
nrgserv
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cheers, will bear this in mind.
to all other postees/respondants-
spoke to owner this aft, and his response was "dunno if I can afford that at mo, but I might be looking at one for 200 quid tomorrow"
so, on my behalf, thanks to everyone for replying, and if I need to persue this i'll get back in touch. don't hold anything specifically for me, if I call and its gone then its his loss.
he knows the risks and if he provides an engine i'll fit it regardless of the consequences.
I thank you all for taking the time to reply.
nrg.
Brian S
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£250 total so £100 extra
yellow90
Banned
t'was a bastard to be honest
i made new mounts for the discovery round type engine mounts , kept the same gearbox and position, used a disco 200 rad and exaust setup complete and kept the 200 turbo
fuel pipes are different so used the 300 lift pump
moest of the 300 wiring went in the bin and just used basic wiring for the 200 to match the 300 gauges
any other questions ? happy to answer
Hairycornflake
Member
Not sure if you are still looking after your last post, but i have a complete disco 300tdi needing boot welding and rear x member, great chassis and runs great, would break it myself but don't have the space or time, looking for £500 ono.
No worries if your not looking anymore, Car is located in mid wales, so also understand if its too far.
No worries if your not looking anymore, Car is located in mid wales, so also understand if its too far.
nrgserv
Well-Known Member
I'm keeping an open mind till the things out of the workshop
cheers for replying
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what colour is it, and is there any tax and test on it to be able to drive it back? (wouldn't be an issue as could trailer it if needed)
another mate enquired for body panels.
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How do i contact this fellow?
Whereabouts would the engine be located? Is the head still fitted?
Do you know what other bits comes it?
Cheers.
t'was a bastard to be honest
i made new mounts for the discovery round type engine mounts , kept the same gearbox and position, used a disco 200 rad and exaust setup complete and kept the 200 turbo
fuel pipes are different so used the 300 lift pump
moest of the 300 wiring went in the bin and just used basic wiring for the 200 to match the 300 gauges
any other questions ? happy to answer
Hi,
What are the sticking points that made it difficult?
I have 300tdi disco and a spare 200tdi engine so maybe the way to go if it is a fairly easy mod! Fitting new engine mounts isnt really a problem. I am fairly handy with electrics. Maybe fit a 200 temporarily until i source a 300.
pm sent ref your 300 also though!
Cheers.
Hairycornflake
Member
I'm keeping an open mind till the things out of the workshop
cheers for replying
edit-
what colour is it, and is there any tax and test on it to be able to drive it back? (wouldn't be an issue as could trailer it if needed)
another mate enquired for body panels.
Its black, a month tax (i think, will double check as soon as i have the chance) No MOT, was going to repair it myself but then got a 90 instead
If you would like, PM me your number, and if its available i will send some photos over.
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Chris W
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Its black, a month tax (i think, will double check as soon as i have the chance) No MOT, was going to repair it myself but then got a 90 instead
I have someone looking at it tomorrow, but i will let you know asap if its still available
If you would like, PM me your number, and if its available i will send some photos over.
why not start a thread
Hairycornflake
Member
Chris W
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Hairycornflake
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nrgserv
Well-Known Member
Its black, a month tax (i think, will double check as soon as i have the chance) No MOT, was going to repair it myself but then got a 90 instead
If you would like, PM me your number, and if its available i will send some photos over.
its the wrong colour, but will ask him anyway.
cheers.
