Yeah the brakes are its weakness. The only other thing was a water temp sensor. Had it about 3 or 4 years now and no major dramas......Should I have said that!?Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve Webb
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Yeah the brakes are its weakness. The only other thing was a water temp sensor. Had it about 3 or 4 years now and no major dramas......Should I have said that!?Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve Webb
Well its a nice day for a walk when it lets you down tonight\this weekend/ :nahnahna:Quote:
Originally Posted by AlfaJack
After having it's bumps read the Q4 is demanding more attention, bought it an idle actuator valve and a pair of coilpacks so far...then attempted to remove the old coil packs...what joy!
Might chuck some more plug leads on too...whilst I'm in the area :roll:
wrinx
Not a particularly interesting job, but one that was well over due. Swapped the cambelt and bearings on the Disco on Sunday, the specified interval is 72,000 miles, and as far as I know this one has been on for about 77,000!
Should really have done it before now but things have conspired against me, not least getting the crank pulley bolt undone. Its a 27mm bolt, which ought to give you an idea of the problem already, and it is done up bloody tight. Had to bite the bullet and get a crank locking tool for the job as because the car is an Auto, you can't stick it in gear and have someone stand on the brakes to try and lock the crank.
Getting the bolt undone wasn't too bad after this, well not once I'd found a piece of pipe about 1m long to slip over the breaker bar. Still required a hell of a tug, and the bar was looking like it was beginning to bend. I guess I need to invest in a 3/4" socket set.
Once the timing cover was off, I was quite frankly amazed at the condition of the belt, and in a good way. Bear in mind that this belt has been on for 6 years at least and covered 77,000 miles:
The timing belt cover was remarkably clean and dust free.
The belt looks pretty mark free, no fraying at all.
Almost factory fresh!
There was a little wear in the tensioner and idler bearing but not much. It all went back together fine and started up no problem.
Looks a nice simple job.
Nicely sealed away from the elements too with that cover....well I guess they are designed to go deep in rivers!
Yep, with the radiator our of the car, which was infact 1/3 covered with dead moths/flies, leaves etc, access to the front of the engine is excellent. Its just that 27mm bolt that can cause problems.
There is a drain hole at the bottom which is threaded so you can screw a plug into if you ever go wading in deep water. Not sure this car has ever been used in deep water to tell the truth.
Cock!!
I faulty belt = 8 bent pushrods, a cracked rocker arm, mangled crank pulley and a tow home by a mate with another Disco.
Luckily all the bits are cheap enough, and its not going to be too bad a job to put it all right.
Poo! Any chance of a claim against the Belt vendor/manufacturer?
wrinx
Doubtful as there really isn't much of the belt left. It wrapped itself around the crank pulley and I needed to pretty much cut it off. Genuine Land Rover belt is on order now.Quote:
Originally Posted by wrinx
I was out clambering over the engine till about 11pm last night checking things. Luckily I don't need to cart much about over the next few days.
The annoying thing is, given the condition of the old belt, it would have lasted a couple more years if I hadn't done anything!
Got Minty ready for NAD
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What was the prep? Air in tyres and charge the battery? :thumb:Quote:
Originally Posted by vantastic
Well the Land Rover lives again. Changed the belt, crank pulley and front oil seal last night. This morning was the new rocker are and push-rods. The only worry was when I noticed that 2 of the valve stem caps were MIA. 10 minutes of me sat on top of the engine with a lamp and pearl catchers sorted that one out.
Set the valve clearances and it started first twist of the key. Sounds far quieter now. Just off to fill it up with some diesel and give it a test drive.
Fingers crossed.
Nice work Steve :cool:
I think Van's prep was to put petrol in it! :lol-030:
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Originally Posted by wrinx
:O oh my word! .... i think you should have just left those rear quarters alone mr wrinx !! ;)
Unbelievable , I hate that rust...could it be sorted out anymore ?!:ohmy:
Unbelievable , I hate that rust...could it be sorted out anymore ?!:ohmy:
In other terms...last night I've managed to mount the PU bushes I was preparing to from 1 month. Haven't tested yet and still have to go for wheel alignement. Short-shift still not in...:tongue:
I've changed the rear springs with the D2 ones, also have set rear dampers to max hard...still not stiff enough. The 8j x 17" Comps still don't have enough space when rear fenders have to get down on bumps. I have to find stiffer rear springs, maybe first I will try with cutted OEM ones to see how it works. I will search also other solutions in the mean time and will let you know the final result.
Cheers,
Cris.
Looks good Cris.Quote:
Originally Posted by Xti
It is a job I have wanted to do for years!
Were they reasonably new wishbones, and were the ball joints in good condition?Quote:
Originally Posted by Xti
Well, let's try to wake up a littel.
A couple of weeks ago, I 've changed the clutch. Also repaired the steering box, and put a new gasket in the crankcase.
Obviusly taking out the gearbox was really a pain.
Holy thread resurrection! :lol:
wrinx
:lol:
Time to resurrect this thread again.
Not strictly me doing it, but the Q4 has almost got its new subframe, fuel tank straps, and a coating of underseal. Just a small amount of welding too.
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Rebuilding the exhaust... Still have the breakproblem and the mysterius waterleek...
What have you done with the Exhaust? Thats next on the list for mine after I've got it back on the road.
Finally got a chance to look at the car tonight. I couldn't find the ABS diagnostic plug anywhere (any tips appreciated) but i did find a crushed sensor wire under a bracket which may have been shorting. I have done a quick test fix with some lever connectors that I had laying around (been installing some garden lighting lately).
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Hopefully I will be able to give it a test tomorrow.
Also, I may have found my leaking PS fluid - the union in to the pump was a touch loose so nipped that up.
So did that fix it @AlfaJack ?
I (briefly) had a 33 P4 that had a power steering leak that made the previous owner remove the belt for the pump and drain the fluid. Turned out the leak was just lose connection between a couple of pipes. New belt, new fluid and a tighten on the connection and power steering restored.
I have only driven about 10-15 miles and did not have any random ABS intervention so I hope it is fixed. I will have to make a more permanent solution soon.
I have not checked the PS for further leaks as yet - just have to hope! It did sound a bit whiny but it may still be a touch low in fluid after it re-bled through.
Oops, still havent fix it but Im building a 2,5" exhaust with racecat and 3" downpipe, all in stainless steel. I havent done annything in a year. :blush:Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve Webb
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A few updates. Inlet all back together after changing the gearbox link bushes and the PS pipes and a gearbox oil change):
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Handbrake cables removed for renewal along with all the wheels (one of which was seized up):
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Next up, removal of prop shaft to replace middle support rubber with some Sikaflex 252 and possibly the bearing:
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This nut was finger tight!
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Chop off the old rubber:
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Cleaned up lower gearbox support (absolutely caked in oily crud):
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These bushes are a bit suspect - not sure whether to look for a replacement or not. Its a really easy job so I may try and film it with a mini camera whilst driving and see how they flex under load.
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Whilst waiting for the rust converter to dry in and around the rear jacking points I took the fan and exhaust manifold off to get to a leaking oil vapour drain which has been leaking for many years now - it looks like the seal had been crushed:
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New seals are on the way:
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On the fan, whilst moving this wire a bit of the insulation just pinged off:
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Being repaired (I may put a bit of glue around the base too as I can see moisture creeping in otherwise):
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The heat shield got a bit mangled - will be looking for some foil insulation to fix this:
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The frame for the fan was very crusty too so that's all be cleaned up for painting.
Worst news was that the turbo shaft has quite a lot of play - not enough for it to touch the housing but it won't be long. It might also explain why it can be a bit smokey on full throttle, hoever the inlet/outlet are completely oil free but it has had about 5 months to drain away!
A rebuild kit and send away for balancing isn't too expensive so will address that now.
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Perfect example of how one job leads to another when trying to do anything on a Q4, we all must be mad, but personally I think they are worth it.
Got fed up doing the commute in the boring Audi, so decided to take the Q4 today for a laugh, then on the way home stopped off at the tame hand car wash. If the weather behaves this weekend I'm going to break out polisher and give the paintwork a once over.
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No well behaved weather round here...snow and hail all day!
Still, it meant I had the chance to take my other Q4 out in the snow and play around with the rear end a little :cool:
Damn, 4wd is impressive!
wrinx
The Q4 in the snow is great fun and quite controllable. We have a 4WD Ford Kuga but by default it spends 90% of its life in FWD only. We live on a very unmade road so has been fairly useful lately.
159 is RWD bias, I think the 155 too...lots of fun :cool:
wrinx
Yes, think it is slightly.
Back to the thread topic....I have tried to separate the turbo from the manifold and failed so far.
I've cut three of the bolt heads and undone the others to loosen off the fixing plates.
Think I now need a lot of heat and some more tactful taps with a rubber mallet!
So I've actually done a few bits and pieces on the car in the last couple of weeks.
The Alfaholics trackday was last weekend, I've been before so decided to makle that the target for getting the car ready. Nothing major was needed after all the work last year, but I did have the UK dials to fit. At the same time as this, and as I've effectively got a spare, I decided to give the binnacle a flocking. I like the look of this in general, and the dial surround seemed a nice easy, contained place to do it. Besides if it all went wrong, I still had a spare.
It came out OK, not perfect, but acceptable and better looking than 24 year old plastic.
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At the same time I needed to repair the waterspray kit, it looks like time had taken its toll and I had a broken wire in the controller. Quick bit of soldering and its all back up and running.
Being on a bit of a roll, and also being able to stretch the cars legs, I noticed that my fuel pressure really is a problem, at startup, before turning the engine over, I get @2.3bar pressure, but under boost, I never see pressure up above 2.8-2.9 . Now all the parts in the system are going to be old and worn, so I've gone for a new Walbro pump and a DW fuel pressure regulator. Hopefully if they arrive in time I'll get them fitted and tested this weekend.
Good work Steve and nice bit of flocking!
I've had mine MoT'd and effectively it is back on the road. I was driving home from the MoT and was getting an ignition cut then an intake pipe popped under pressure. I've yet to find it but I did find after a quick look that the little pipe on top of the dump valve has split and entirely come away.
I may get a chance to look t it today. Apart from that, it's had two new tyres and the tracking done and driving really well (albeit bit like a 1.6L).
Had a little time to fix the small bore pipe to the dump valve today. I couldn't see anything wrong otherwise in the pipework and that would explain inaccurate boost readings.
I did however notice a little oil dripping from the intercooler - I reckon it may have popped one of the sides off.
At least I know where to get one:
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I think a Fiat Coupe could share the part too.
Bumper off time now...