What's happening in your garage this weekend ?

[superwedge]

something like this,

[Transmitter Man]

So are there inherent design problems around the ECU?

Any threads on this as I cannot remember reading any in the past although I may of missed something.

Phil
420 SEAC

[rev-erend]

I have fitted an Emerald ecu. Just need it wired to a higher standard for better reliability.

[B@man]

Lost more parts - Tie Rod washers and nuts this time

This weeks task: to sort out all the boxes of bits into some order so I can actually start putting the car back together rather than hunting for parts !

[rev-erend]

Finally got the old ecu wiring and my emerald poor quality loom removed. Now got to get the new emerald loom made and fitted.

[B@man]

Spent a couple of hours sorting the piles of bits in my lock up into plastic boxe. Hopefully I can now find things although the random collection of nuts a bolts box does look worryingly full.. Good job I'm replacing most of the fixings while I'm at it.

[adam quantrill]

Changed the oil at 67,000. 70k next! Comma classic this time which is a strange greenish colour.

No crud/water in the old oil so looks like the head gasket change didn't cause any internal leaks.

[stevoj]

Got the rear of the car up on ramps in the garage yesterday. General inspection and service including greasing and fuel filter change.

Anyone got a list of grease nipples that I should be seeing too?
Also tips for changing the fuel filter and anything to be aware of? any part number or link to correct one etc. I would like to have the correct one to hand once I remove old!

On inspecting the car at the back (first time since I had a look at it on the ramp at T v R), I am reminded why I bought the car as it does look good with solid chassis etc, even the rear brake pads look relatively unworn.

One thing might need more inspect though is drip of oil from off the bottom of the silencer, which obviously running from the top but can's see any leak from the usual suspect like rear gearbox prop shaft seal, any ideas please?

[B@man]

Your oil leak could be front the gear selector shaft which is above the prop, they tend to harden with age and then the seal slides along with the shaft leaving an exit for oil.

Well thats what happened to mine anyway.

[Convert]

B@man said:

Your oil leak could be front the gear selector shaft which is above the prop, they tend to harden with age and then the seal slides along with the shaft leaving an exit for oil.

Well thats what happened to mine anyway.

+1

[rev-erend]

stevoj said:

Got the rear of the car up on ramps in the garage yesterday. General inspection and service including greasing and fuel filter change.

Anyone got a list of grease nipples that I should be seeing too?
Also tips for changing the fuel filter and anything to be aware of? any part number or link to correct one etc. I would like to have the correct one to hand once I remove old!

On inspecting the car at the back (first time since I had a look at it on the ramp at T v R), I am reminded why I bought the car as it does look good with solid chassis etc, even the rear brake pads look relatively unworn.

One thing might need more inspect though is drip of oil from off the bottom of the silencer, which obviously running from the top but can's see any leak from the usual suspect like rear gearbox prop shaft seal, any ideas please?

Check all the rubber fuel pipe for cracks .. particularly the larger 1 inch pipes.

[stevoj]

I'll check for this, changed the remote linkages bushes couple of months back but didn't notice anything. Could it be oil that has come out due to this being floppy and now fixed may disappear?

Will it be obvious and if it is the problem what's the fix? easy or

Thanks.

[Jack Valiant]

Assume the oil leak is on the centre box?? usual suspects are the output shaft seal but if its coming from the top then it will be the remote linkage or the speedo drive depending on the side. Clean off and monitor put carboard under the car over night / weekend to check as it will stain the cardboard. Remove the gear gator and have a look from top.

Fuel filter is the high pressure can type (LandRover Disco or Rover SD1 v8 EFi) available anywhere on the interweb. Replacement is straight forward but you will need some good quality hose clamps to block off the fuel while working. I always fit a low pressure filter in front of the pump as well as the main hi pressure one after the pump.

Chris

[stevoj]

Jack Valiant said:

Assume the oil leak is on the centre box?? usual suspects are the output shaft seal but if its coming from the top then it will be the remote linkage or the speedo drive depending on the side. Clean off and monitor put carboard under the car over night / weekend to check as it will stain the cardboard. Remove the gear gator and have a look from top.

Chris

Gearbox and center box all look fine Chris and very little dripping if any, its just that I have had on a couple of occasions needed to wipe oil (ready for dripping) off the underside of the silencer.

I think as suggested, I'll check the remote linkage for a seal and as you suggest maybe the speedo cable input.

[stevoj]

Anyone confirm if this is the right fuel filter?

Thanks

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Comline-Fuel-Filter-Genu...

[The Hatter]

Not just this weekend but a longer term project... coming together now though:



The cat wasn't impressed!

Edited by The Hatter on Monday 2nd February 22:01

[rev-erend]

You are installing a cat converter

[HOTTY]

christ i have a 350 and a 400 but it's the SEAC tht gets all the pussy !

where's my cheque book


LOL

whats it all about, as looks like a bit of art

[440Interceptor]

Nice day for a bit of degreasing..

[adam quantrill]

HOTTY said:

whats it all about, as looks like a bit of art

It made me paws for thought, but looks like a Megasquirt, a few relays, a lambda sensor and an injector harness...

You should change your handle to "The Catter", Martin!