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by almo
12 Mar 2014, 16:43
Forum: Syncro
Topic: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth
Replies: 17
Views: 16688

Re: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth

I like the look of that van. Might be just what I want. Had three T3's before but never had a synchro. How bad is the rust ? and/ or damage to the body ? cheers. Thanks for all your advice - well, most of you ;) and I've finally got it onto eBay, taking all your price advice on board. It's already ...
by almo
09 Mar 2014, 01:23
Forum: Syncro
Topic: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth
Replies: 17
Views: 16688

Re: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth

I like the look of that van. Might be just what I want. Had three T3's before but never had a synchro. How bad is the rust ? and/ or damage to the body ? cheers. Not bad inmy opinion. We had a few bits cut out & welded when we had the partial respray done a couple of years ago. The photos tell ...
by almo
05 Mar 2014, 12:55
Forum: Syncro
Topic: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth
Replies: 17
Views: 16688

Re: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth

eric wrote:Well, going on the pics, my bus (same model etc., but 2 yrs older) is worth around £15 ---- £20. :-(

Eric.

Is yours better or worse... And does that mean u reckon mine is only worth a fiver?! ;)
by almo
05 Mar 2014, 11:21
Forum: Syncro
Topic: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth
Replies: 17
Views: 16688

Re: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth

T'Onion wrote:Get the 4x4 system checked out , make sure its all working
You don't say where your are based , they maybe a member around you that could help you test them :ok

Good point re where am I! I'm in South Wales, just West of Cardiff. Message me if you want to view.
by almo
04 Mar 2014, 23:25
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

Final footnote, see my new thread entitled "89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth" for pics, description and request for price advice.
by almo
04 Mar 2014, 23:24
Forum: Syncro
Topic: New head gasket or new engine
Replies: 19
Views: 21696

Re: New head gasket or new engine

Final footnote, see my new thread entitled "89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth" for pics, description and request for price advice.
by almo
04 Mar 2014, 23:13
Forum: Syncro
Topic: 89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth
Replies: 17
Views: 16688

89 Syncro with LPG - What's It Worth

My Syncro must go :( I know it's rare and lovely beast (was featured on a VW magazine when new) and a major part of the family—we've loved it and used it daily for about 5 years now, but we need a camper and don't wan to spoil a collectable like this so it's time to let somebody else have a go. I wo...
by almo
01 Mar 2014, 17:41
Forum: Syncro
Topic: New head gasket or new engine
Replies: 19
Views: 21696

Re: New head gasket or new engine

Be sure that the cooling system is flushed and refilled with 50/50 mix of pink a/freeze and distilled water to prevent the problem recurring. :wink: I checked and they did indeed flush & use the correct mix, thanks Syncrobaz. So all's done and dusted and had it back yesterday. New MOT too and t...
by almo
01 Mar 2014, 17:18
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

So all's done and dusted and had it back yesterday. New MOT too and the rebuilt motor is running lovely. The whole experience has made me realise that a rare beast like this is not getting any younger and needs more love than I can give it. I will put some pictures up soon on a new thread to see wha...
by almo
22 Feb 2014, 09:51
Forum: Syncro
Topic: New head gasket or new engine
Replies: 19
Views: 21696

Re: New head gasket or new engine

Breaking news... After much blood, sweat & drill bits the bolt is out and the head is on! Awaiting reassemble and testing early next week but hopefully we're over the worst. Hopefully! Thanks for all the suggestions and feedback, I would need to ask garage to get a specialist in next time as the...
by almo
22 Feb 2014, 09:48
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

Yes I'm near Cardiff. Thanks for all the suggestions and feedback, I would definitely ask garage to get a specialist in next time as they said they wouldn't do it again! To be fair to the garage they have been great and gone the extra mile as they didn't really want to attempt the repair because the...
by almo
22 Feb 2014, 09:39
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

Breaking news..... The bolt is out and the head is on! After a great deal of blood, sweat and drill bits they have finally done it. Just waiting reassembly and the bill for labour which hopefully will be less than the cost of a new engine! We'll see early next week if it all works, but hopefully we'...
by almo
22 Feb 2014, 09:36
Forum: Syncro
Topic: New head gasket or new engine
Replies: 19
Views: 21696

Re: New head gasket or new engine

Accidentally posted this twice so removed this one
by almo
19 Feb 2014, 21:52
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

All good stuff guys, thanks again for all the comments. Latest is they're trying to drill/tap it out (excuse the lack of correct terminology, I'm more of a desk jockey than a grease monkey!). The main dilemma has been wether or not to throw more money at the rising labour costs with no guarantee of ...
by almo
19 Feb 2014, 00:29
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Just 3 head bolts?
Replies: 26
Views: 5656

Re: Just 3 head bolts?

Hi, Not sure quite which thread to reply to! Here is a picture of the 'head bolts' you refer to (note that there are actually eight of them, not four): http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5491/12616080094_f4f4c3abb2.jpg As you'll see if the shear off at the end furthest away from the camera then it is a ...