Thanks to all, replaced belt and tensioner on water pump, and p-gasket, fuel and oil filter and serviced, and just drove it 1000 miles across France and part of spain in 30'C heat at between 70-80mph. absolutely flawless. What a machine!

apologies... newbie :oops::eek::rolleyes:

Thanks, you were spot on!

ah great spot, thanks will have a look in morning... much simpler if it is than my worst fears of timing issues that could blow engine!

anyone identify what the issue is with this new rattle? did not notice it while buying on Thursday nor or 250 mile trip back???

just picked up this 300 tdi in a 110 CSW I have been wanting for years, don’t remember this noise when buying or on 250 mile trip back???? what does it sound like?