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by H.Mc
16 Sep 2014, 11:07
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: AAZ conversion with leaky sump
Replies: 8
Views: 3716

Re: AAZ conversion with leaky sump

Thanks.... have new paper gasket so will give it another go... just rather exssesive to take engine out to get to two bolts!!!
by H.Mc
15 Sep 2014, 11:20
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: AAZ conversion with leaky sump
Replies: 8
Views: 3716

AAZ conversion with leaky sump

Hi All, after a good few months we finally finsihed my AAZ conversion on my van... it runs beautifully and can now travel up hills on the motorway with out it turning in to a white knuckle ride!!!! But we have an oil leak from around the sump. We tried to re fit a new sump gasket but found that we c...
by H.Mc
07 Apr 2014, 18:58
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Stainless steel coolant pipes
Replies: 12
Views: 1238

Re: Stainless steel coolant pipes

Ive just fitted the stainless pipes and its a pain.... we had to drop the petrol tank and the pipes arent marked front or rear so it took us a while to work out which one went where!!!! I have to say it looks really neat now and the old ones were rotten so was a well needed upgrade. Good luck Hx :ok
by H.Mc
01 Apr 2014, 12:59
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: JX turbo intake for AAZ conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 3781

Re: JX turbo intake for AAZ conversion

Dont think the AAZ will fit because of the angle of the engine and the engine mount...... I dont want the air intake to be next to the exhaust either??? Confused.com :?
by H.Mc
30 Mar 2014, 20:35
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: JX turbo intake for AAZ conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 3781

JX turbo intake for AAZ conversion

Help............ Ive searched on Wiki and seen a photo of a rubber banjo that then allowed the JX turbo air intake to be fitter under the engine mount. Im so closed to finishing our conversion and Im stuck on how to contect the air intake and what to use. Can anyone give me any more details for an A...
by H.Mc
23 Mar 2014, 16:35
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Re: Engine transplant

Ok now im nearlly nearlly there, any one else done an AAZ conversion and needed a flue pressure pump??? engine ticks over but it you use the diesel primmer gently it runs sooooo much better.... Also what air intake set up have people used.... Im aware I dont want to be too near the exhaust??? We hav...
by H.Mc
16 Jan 2014, 10:09
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Re: Engine transplant

Thanks for the advice. It always helpfull to hear. I will sort the clutch today and hope to pick up engine tomorow. :D
by H.Mc
15 Jan 2014, 22:14
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Re: Engine transplant

Hmmmm pictures than means being techi... i can try. thanks for the help im sure i will get there in the end. How do I know what input shaft it needs to be... sorry havent done this before. I have a cs recondition gear box ( in 2011 ).
by H.Mc
15 Jan 2014, 10:55
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Re: Engine transplant

Hi All, the AAZ is finally coming together............ after lots of head scratching and forum searching, Im just getting the static timing of the turbo done. Can any advice me on the clutch I need... Im not replacing my gearbox as Ive already recond that. I have part number 068 298 141 DX ( 110 ) b...
by H.Mc
03 Dec 2013, 10:09
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Re: Engine transplant

kit wrote:Not done the AAZ but for the 1y you use the CS manifold sump and air box but remember to fit a spigot bearing.
Thank you Im sure |I will get there in the end!!!!!
by H.Mc
02 Dec 2013, 19:12
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Engine transplant
Replies: 11
Views: 4309

Engine transplant

Hi All, ive read the wiki page and trawled endless pages on line but Ive melted my head by doing so. I have a 1.6 diesel CS engine in my van and want to fit a 1.9aaz turbo. ( which Ive brought) I just need a definate answer if the sump, enhaust manifold and airbox from the CS will fit or help where ...
by H.Mc
16 Jun 2012, 08:00
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Need to replace front seats
Replies: 2
Views: 958

Re: Need to replace front seats

Cheers for that, I had looked at wiki already. If anyone knows of an easy ish fitting alternative please let me kno. Thankyou
by H.Mc
15 Jun 2012, 22:31
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Need to replace front seats
Replies: 2
Views: 958

Need to replace front seats

My 1984 converted panel van has really grotty seats so was gonna head down the breakers for a pair of seast, I think I had read on that any vw, audi seats will fit. Am I right or do i need to look out for any specific seats/brands. Cheers
by H.Mc
09 Aug 2011, 13:37
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Gearbox failure.
Replies: 5
Views: 1066

Re: Gearbox failure.

4 speed.... its all a bit brain mushing as Im not sure about all the engine codes etc??? looking on ebay now????
by H.Mc
09 Aug 2011, 12:37
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Gearbox failure.
Replies: 5
Views: 1066

Re: Gearbox failure.

Tried them, they have just relocated to new premises and cant do anything for several weeks!!!!