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HG Day at Telford
« on: 26 April 2008, 22:15:59 »
Yet another successful day at Timbuk's unit.  Spanner twirling and cars fixed :y - including mine :D

I got there 30mins later than planned, due to a couple of 'coolant stops', but probably mostly due to fairly decent 'morning after' illness.  I than promptly smacked myself in the face on about the first job I did, severely reducing visibility on my dominant eye, which made for some interesting attempts at putting in bolts later  :-[

Marks_DTM slaved away most of the day, showing that HGs on a V6 can be done in a day, even if I did try slowing him down with leaving him a 'challenge' on the SIA system  :-[

Elite Pete swapped a diff over, and a new get of cam gaskets went on, I think by Captn Zok and Loo-knee.

Some of Timbuks HG stuff got done, but he was busy helping everyone else out.

JamesV6CDX popped in to lend a hand, and Maria kept us watered with tea and choccie cake all day :y

Jimbob, as normal, did his best to kill us all. You need a doctor, Mr Jimbob! Thanks for getting the stat seal and bringing down :y

Thanks to everyone for an enjoyable day, and particular thanks to Marks_DTM for the work done on mine, not just today, but also in prepping the heads for today.  Thanks to Timbuk for the unit, and for all the help.

Bathtime for me now....
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #1 on: 26 April 2008, 22:22:12 »
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Yet another successful day at Timbuk's unit.  Spanner twirling and cars fixed :y - including mine :D

I got there 30mins later than planned, due to a couple of 'coolant stops', but probably mostly due to fairly decent 'morning after' illness.  I than promptly smacked myself in the face on about the first job I did, severely reducing visibility on my dominant eye, which made for some interesting attempts at putting in bolts later  :-[

Marks_DTM slaved away most of the day, showing that HGs on a V6 can be done in a day, even if I did try slowing him down with leaving him a 'challenge' on the SIA system  :-[

Elite Pete swapped a diff over, and a new get of cam gaskets went on, I think by Captn Zok and Loo-knee.

Some of Timbuks HG stuff got done, but he was busy helping everyone else out.

JamesV6CDX popped in to lend a hand, and Maria kept us watered with tea and choccie cake all day :y

Jimbob, as normal, did his best to kill us all. You need a doctor, Mr Jimbob! Thanks for getting the stat seal and bringing down :y

Thanks to everyone for an enjoyable day, and particular thanks to Marks_DTM for the work done on mine, not just today, but also in prepping the heads for today.  Thanks to Timbuk for the unit, and for all the help.

Bathtime for me now....


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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #2 on: 26 April 2008, 22:24:14 »
sounds like a grand day out  :y
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #3 on: 26 April 2008, 22:25:02 »
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Yet another successful day at Timbuk's unit.  Spanner twirling and cars fixed :y - including mine :D

I got there 30mins later than planned, due to a couple of 'coolant stops', but probably mostly due to fairly decent 'morning after' illness.  I than promptly smacked myself in the face on about the first job I did, severely reducing visibility on my dominant eye, which made for some interesting attempts at putting in bolts later  :-[

Marks_DTM slaved away most of the day, showing that HGs on a V6 can be done in a day, even if I did try slowing him down with leaving him a 'challenge' on the SIA system  :-[

Elite Pete swapped a diff over, and a new get of cam gaskets went on, I think by Captn Zok and Loo-knee.

Some of Timbuks HG stuff got done, but he was busy helping everyone else out.

JamesV6CDX popped in to lend a hand, and Maria kept us watered with tea and choccie cake all day :y

Jimbob, as normal, did his best to kill us all. You need a doctor, Mr Jimbob! Thanks for getting the stat seal and bringing down :y

Thanks to everyone for an enjoyable day, and particular thanks to Marks_DTM for the work done on mine, not just today, but also in prepping the heads for today.  Thanks to Timbuk for the unit, and for all the help.

Bathtime for me now....


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rektum?  Near fekkin killed 'em!!

no change there then...   ;D   ;D  
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #4 on: 26 April 2008, 22:26:41 »
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no change there then...   ;D   ;D  
I think he sound donate himself to medical science. Or to British Gas - that would cure the energy problem...
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #5 on: 26 April 2008, 22:47:06 »
We've just got in, his lordship grabbed a packet of savory eggs out the fridge scoffed the lot and has retired for the evening.
Think we tired the poor lad out. ;D

Glad to see you were taking it easy with the new HG when you passed us Jaime.
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #6 on: 26 April 2008, 22:48:59 »
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Glad to see you were taking it easy with the new HG when you passed us Jaime.
I was taking it easy - just little Miss Daisy couldn't get your car out of 2nd ;D
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #7 on: 26 April 2008, 22:51:02 »
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Glad to see you were taking it easy with the new HG when you passed us Jaime.
I was taking it easy - just little Miss Daisy couldn't get your car out of 2nd ;D
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #8 on: 27 April 2008, 00:16:28 »
I wonder whos car is getting stripped next?

I hope all is fine now
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #9 on: 27 April 2008, 07:26:01 »
I enjoyed it although I am a little bit stiff today.


Hopefuly it cured the issue although the headgaskets looked perfect to me.

The oil cooler seal, stat and water pump were a little worse for wear though.
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #10 on: 27 April 2008, 14:21:12 »
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I enjoyed it although I am a little bit stiff today.


Hopefuly it cured the issue although the headgaskets looked perfect to me.

The oil cooler seal, stat and water pump were a little worse for wear though.
Found I had a coolant leak this morning, seemed to only leak once warmed up.  Dripping off the undertray, was quickly able to pinpoint it.  I think it was an area you were working, though the cam sensor may have thrown you ;D.  Then again, may have been my job to do it  :-[

Picture to follow later.


Seriously, though, I would just like to reiterate my appreciation for yesterday - certainly not a job I think I could tackle, even after seeing it done.

Apart from the small leak found this morning as mentioned above, it appears water tight.  I have 'tested' it at speed, as well as round town, all good. Temp much more stable, so glad we (ie YOU) did the stat :D
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #11 on: 27 April 2008, 14:22:06 »
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I enjoyed it although I am a little bit stiff today.


Hopefuly it cured the issue although the headgaskets looked perfect to me.

The oil cooler seal, stat and water pump were a little worse for wear though.
Going through history - and I think I have all history - no sign of waterpump replacement....
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #12 on: 27 April 2008, 14:28:25 »
Yes good day. Thanks to all that helped me. Loo-knee is that steering wheel any good??
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #13 on: 27 April 2008, 14:41:33 »
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Yes good day. Thanks to all that helped me. Loo-knee is that steering wheel any good??
It must be, he hasn't been on here since last night ;)
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Re: HG Day at Telford
« Reply #14 on: 27 April 2008, 15:57:46 »
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I enjoyed it although I am a little bit stiff today.


Hopefuly it cured the issue although the headgaskets looked perfect to me.

The oil cooler seal, stat and water pump were a little worse for wear though.
Found I had a coolant leak this morning, seemed to only leak once warmed up.  Dripping off the undertray, was quickly able to pinpoint it.  I think it was an area you were working, though the cam sensor may have thrown you ;D.  Then again, may have been my job to do it  :-[

Picture to follow later.


Seriously, though, I would just like to reiterate my appreciation for yesterday - certainly not a job I think I could tackle, even after seeing it done.

Apart from the small leak found this morning as mentioned above, it appears water tight.  I have 'tested' it at speed, as well as round town, all good. Temp much more stable, so glad we (ie YOU) did the stat :D

Main clip for rad hose to transfer pipe..........

.......I blame the others for the constant interuptions  :y
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