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cj01

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Hi Ladies and gentlemen.Where is the best place to source a fuse box for my p38 2.5.While I'm at it might aswell do the timing chains and injection pump where should I acquire said items.Also front ball joints and bearings are getting it.Was thinking on scrapping her but I know what ive got and I will know I have a good one when finished.
thanks
chris
 
Hi saint v8.Everything else seems worn and she has covered 160,000miles mil light flickering during gear changes absolutely no idea of the abuse she has suffered so I'm going to do her right.Starting to get my head around p38 s and I like them.
thanks
chris
 
Fair Game.....a refurbed pump can set you back a few 'Dolla' ......
 
Hi saint I know what your saying,i want to have peace of mind when I'm done.So where is the best place to source parts?
thanks
chris
 
Is there a particular fusebox supplier I should maybe not acquire like maybe mmmm errr how do I say it .....(Brit """t)
Thanks
chris
 
Hi orangebean thanks.Do you have any pointers on who to use for a pump rebuild?
thanks
chris
 
Sorry Chris- I don't "do" diesels.
This forum seems to contain a vast repository of diesel talent though and I'm sure that someone will be able to point you in the right direction.
 
I got chains, gaskets & fuse box from rimmers of UK. They have a 'price match' option too.
So far so good with me but no affiliation. I had a bad experience with island44 who sold me a refurbed starter saying it's brand new.
Will never go to them.
 
Dieselbob is considered good for FIP refurbs, never used them personally but they've got a good rep.
 
I got my FIP from Diesel Jones in Manchester. You're looking about £700, IIRC. You need the one ending 994. https://www.pfjones.co.uk/diesel-fu...land-rover-range-rover-diesel-fuel-pumps.html

Fusebox might be best from RimmerBros. At least you know it is genuine. There are lots so you need the right one.

I refuse to do business with Island these days but there's them, Paddock Spares, Famous Four. The chains and sprockets etc came to a good £300 when I priced it up a few years ago.

You can get a whole engine off the Bay for a few hundred quid ...
 
Hi Grrrrr,Thanks for the info.The concerns with buying an engine off ebay is everything is unknown ie mileage and condition unless it can be guaranteed even then how long can you get out of things?And ive got a v8 defender lying up without an engine due to liner slip.3 replacement engines fitting time converting from gems to thor etc etc all had same problems slipped liners?Unless you know of someone with a good engine I wouldn't take the chance again. I did contact island 4x4 not impressed.
thanks
chris
 
cj01 said:
Hi Grrrrr,Thanks for the info.The concerns with buying an engine off ebay is everything is unknown ie mileage and condition unless it can be guaranteed even then how long can you get out of things?And ive got a v8 defender lying up without an engine due to liner slip.3 replacement engines fitting time converting from gems to thor etc etc all had same problems slipped liners?Unless you know of someone with a good engine I wouldn't take the chance again. I did contact island 4x4 not impressed.
thanks
chris
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Yes, I have the same fears for when mine goes! If I could get the 4.0L engine from my Jag in it then that'd be heaven!

To be fair to Colin(?) at Island he knows his stuff and orders are normally dispatched PDQ. The problem is with communication should anything go wrong. And when it does go wrong, putting it right. I had to threaten legal action before he'd refund a part that was clearly knackered when it reached me. Moreover, I contacted the manufacturer and they couldn't work out where they'd got the part from so there were concerns about if the part was genuine. Never used them since. A pity really as I'd put thousands his way before and recommended them to everyone who asked. If you're not going to need to send parts back (e.g. servicing parts etc) then you're safe and go ahead. Anything you're unsure about or it absolutely has to be genuine ... I'd look elsewhere.
 
HI Grrrr. I have been there too Spending a lot and will continue doing so customer service is everything Choose carefully before spending hard earned cash.
thanks
chris
 
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