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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #420 on: 12 September 2007, 10:15:49 »
Dilute it, its best when a foam I would tip about a cup full in a bucket and fill with water and then use a broom to scrub it  
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #421 on: 12 September 2007, 13:37:21 »
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I have the diesel tools being sent to me......when they can find them.
Much appreciated - I know how busy you've been, so didn't want to badger you about it....
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #422 on: 12 September 2007, 13:38:50 »
Jubilee clips put on fuel lines, not curd the leak.  I looks like its leak from back of pump, where the 6 injection pipes are attached.  I bet I know which one is leaking - what do you reckon LFF64?
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #423 on: 12 September 2007, 13:40:00 »
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Dilute it, its best when a foam I would tip about a cup full in a bucket and fill with water and then use a broom to scrub it  
How much dilution - the bottle says 1:80 for general use, is that too weak/strong?  I emphasise again, its tarmac...
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #424 on: 12 September 2007, 19:22:46 »
I know its very naughty but the container it is in is not the correct one I forgot to take the label off I have used it on tarmac no problems . That pipe did do up pretty tight in the end have you nipped up the injectors and the pipes to the top of them I think we said they would need to be nipped when it was back in the car. If your unsure about the cleaner I try some tesco or similar washing up liquid the cheap stuff that should be harmless to the tarmac    
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #425 on: 12 September 2007, 19:51:58 »
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I know its very naughty but the container it is in is not the correct one I forgot to take the label off I have used it on tarmac no problems . That pipe did do up pretty tight in the end have you nipped up the injectors and the pipes to the top of them I think we said they would need to be nipped when it was back in the car. If your unsure about the cleaner I try some tesco or similar washing up liquid the cheap stuff that should be harmless to the tarmac    
Ah, so I'll ignore the instructions then ;D

It wasn't the one we thought, it was another - still at the bloody bottom though, so had to remove 2.


So fixed the fuel leak (I think - see later), involved obviously all the intake off again (stupid bloody BMW design  >:(), topped up the autobox.  Whilst doing the autobox, I noticed (again  >:() a clear liquid dripping from the front.  Thought it was diesel, and at first thought it smelt of diesel (but may have been due to previous fuel leak).  Carried on doing the autobox, then went and checked. The liquid was hot, so presumably from the cooling system?  Engine too hot to start stripping, but top hose to block connection most likely....
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #426 on: 12 September 2007, 20:25:53 »
You are right this car must be the most jinxed car in the world  ::)
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #427 on: 12 September 2007, 20:27:17 »
Other than the leaks is it actually running though
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #428 on: 12 September 2007, 20:27:39 »
If the liquid was hot and the engine was too hot to work on, then it must run and run properly. Surely that's progress?  :)
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #429 on: 12 September 2007, 20:29:55 »
 :-[ I should have engaged brian before asking that last question sorry  :-[
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #430 on: 12 September 2007, 21:13:53 »
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Other than the leaks is it actually running though
Yup, starts on the flick of the key (well would if the battery wasn't flat due to some idiot trying to start it with the pump unplugged ::)) and idles as expected.  Haven't tried moving it yet, except up and donw the drive to clear the huge oil slick last night...
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #431 on: 12 September 2007, 21:14:44 »
Oh, and to prove its jinxed, seems to have a slight ATF leak near the front, yet to pinpoint.
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #432 on: 12 September 2007, 21:18:36 »
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:-[ I should have engaged brian before asking that last question sorry  :-[

You leave Brian out of this. He's had enough trouble with Jim Davidson.  ;D ;D ;D
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #433 on: 12 September 2007, 21:23:16 »
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Dilute it, its best when a foam I would tip about a cup full in a bucket and fill with water and then use a broom to scrub it  
How much dilution - the bottle says 1:80 for general use, is that too weak/strong?  I emphasise again, its tarmac...

Im suprised your driveway has melted away by now.....over 6 ltrs oil spilt on it....soaking into tarmac....has gotta make it soft  :-/  :(
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Re: Project Tractor engine swap
« Reply #434 on: 12 September 2007, 21:34:25 »
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Dilute it, its best when a foam I would tip about a cup full in a bucket and fill with water and then use a broom to scrub it  
How much dilution - the bottle says 1:80 for general use, is that too weak/strong?  I emphasise again, its tarmac...

Im suprised your driveway has melted away by now.....over 6 ltrs oil spilt on it....soaking into tarmac....has gotta make it soft  :-/  :(
It is getting soft, even axle stand left an impression today...
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