well that's another job done , synergy fitted, is off at the moment as i wish to test the engine first , now the egrs are blanked
can then turn the unit on after i've got some true mpg readings
over the moon i now have them blanked , engine runs smoother on tickover already
can then turn the unit on after i've got some true mpg readings
over the moon i now have them blanked , engine runs smoother on tickover already
biketeacherdave
Well-Known Member
Fixed the starter with a solinoid repair kit I decided to leave that top but off, fitted a clear indicator lenses kit just the egr delete to do then a complete fluid change and gearbox filter think it will be about ready then the rear chassis can wait
neilly
Well-Known Member
Why? , the top nut is not that difficult. just use the shortest 15mm socket 1/4 drive with an extension. I personally think with the force you are asking it to impart on the engine it is better to have that nut in place. Not like you are going to need to take it off soon. How bad were your contacts???
Cheers
Installed a holder for the nanocom and a CB radio - got the SWR down to 1:1 with a mag mount aerial and then sat there for 2 hours trying to find someone using it (yes it was set to UK 40FM) and never heard a thing - so now I'm worried that it's not actually working!!! What happened to all the CBers???
neilly
Well-Known Member
They are all on 39 having a laff....................
Seriously, I do not think many people use it nowadays.
Cheers
Tillytomp
Active Member
Wow, deja vu, I got a cb the other day, quickly set it up in the garage, and the same as you, spent two hrs looking for someone to talk to, and nothing, will try tomorrow as someone on the way up to Preston must have one, must confess though, didn't use a swr meter,
biketeacherdave
Well-Known Member
There all talking on some thing called a mobile phone !!!
Shimsteriom
Master Procrastinator
I'm not sure if this new mobile form of communication will catch on.
biketeacherdave
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biketeacherdave
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Iv got a working Nokia 7110 its pretty good don't you know battery lasts a week
Marmaduke
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I swapped my leaky exhaust manifold gasket, every bolt came out with its stud
So down the shed to the vice
General clean up, studs put back in and new gasket on
Bolt it back together, swap the rocker cover gasket and breather, then give it the once over with a bit of degreaser
So down the shed to the vice
General clean up, studs put back in and new gasket on
Bolt it back together, swap the rocker cover gasket and breather, then give it the once over with a bit of degreaser
Been out all day with my new 300 Tdi, done 150 miles no problems with running, pulls like a train and not too bad on diesel.
Only thing a noticed today was rear door frame is not sealing properly - i'm getting fumes into cabin, I noticed some water inside last week, so a new seal needed.
Ian
Only thing a noticed today was rear door frame is not sealing properly - i'm getting fumes into cabin, I noticed some water inside last week, so a new seal needed.
Ian
Marmaduke
Well-Known Member
Look for play in upper and lower hinges, I had similar and the top hinge was goosed allowing water in at the top
Aye thats where water is coming in, thanks for the advice!
I will go and check now - I may have some spare hinges from the V8
Ian
I will go and check now - I may have some spare hinges from the V8
Ian
Replaced the passenger side door lock as the central locking on that side was goosed. £20 for a good used unit and surprisingly easy to replace. I removed the entire window frame as it was rusty where it met the door and rubbed it down and repainted it before refitting. Not perfect as the metal was pretty rusty but will be fine until I track down some good replacements.
Central locking now working - yaayyy!
Central locking now working - yaayyy!
