1. JohnnyCrash

    possible glow plug problem

    sounds like the in tank pump has given up Denso reasonable, no complaints
  2. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    ah, this one was my fault not the battery top tip don't leave anything electrical turned on for 2 days it will drain the battery!!! who knew :pound:
  3. JohnnyCrash

    Overfinch or underpigeon in the South West

    obviously he decided that Land Rover electronics are far too reliable so added some extras! I'd like to see the switches inside if this is what the outside looks like! We all have our own taste and style, I just think leave the chrome on the classic cars
  4. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    Last night I stripped off the metal fuel lines, and did the pump timing again this time going all the way to 0.90 not 0.09 didn't have any juice in the battery to crank it so that will be a job for tonight :D
  5. JohnnyCrash

    Tyres - where to buy

    180923]Cheeky , I went to St Helens once, it was shut. All no neck and three toe's. Best thing to come out of St Helens is the A58. Channel 4 was going to do a program, CSI St Helens but they had to cancel because there was no dental records and they all had the same DNA. :p:D:D:D Choosing...
  6. JohnnyCrash

    Tyres - where to buy

    I just can't understand them, they talk in frequencies only dogs and bats can hear!
  7. JohnnyCrash

    Tyres - where to buy

    that's the other direction I do not enter! :D:D:D
  8. JohnnyCrash

    Tyres - where to buy

    Live in St Helens but work in Manchester so cover a lot of miles
  9. JohnnyCrash

    possible glow plug problem

    yup mine ate a set of NGK plugs as they are made of sh*t!! replaced with Beru and it's been fine since you need a deep 12mm socket, an 8mm socket or ring spanner, job done :-) remove the inlet manifold, remove 8mm nut from glow plug remove plug using deep 12mm replace and move on to the...
  10. JohnnyCrash

    Tyres - where to buy

    Hi in need of some new rubber on all 4 wheels, looking for best prices North West area if poss :)
  11. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    yup, already on it ;-)
  12. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    indeed it is :D:D thanks again Wammers!! :)
  13. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    well I went back to it last night.... double checked the pump, set cam lobe to vertical... fit dial gauge, rotate to lowest point and set the zero find TDC and adjust pump "towards engine" on final adjustment remove gauge, fit fuel lines (and all other engine bits) clear old faults with...
  14. JohnnyCrash

    Temp guage going weird

    +1 or a stat without a bypass, mine had one of these in it? 4.5mm drill sorted it lol :D:D:D:D
  15. JohnnyCrash

    replacement diesel engine for P38

    I've a spare block??
  16. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    I had cold beer in the fridge, and my beautiful lady keep me away from the car :D:D:D
  17. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    lol :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
  18. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    Don't forget the 6 injectors, specialist tools and complete cooling system lol Bought the car with <90k on it I've never used diesel ever it now has >180k on the clock a full tank was costing <£10 I've been all over Europe in it? So slate it I'd you like I'm really not fussed, i made a small...
  19. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    Thanks, unfortunately the brakes are on today as the rubber plug on injector 6 needs replacing (cracked and leaking fuel) and I don't have 1 will pick one up tomorrow and let you know how I get on
  20. JohnnyCrash

    New FIP and timing the pump

    Thanks, once the battery is charged and the rain stops I'll give it a go