what have you done to your car today ?

[ChrisKav1971]

Took some pics of it, this is my 15th post so posting the pics up shortly

 

[RichyH]

Engine bay cleaned, hopefully one or two meets will happen to show it off. Looking at painting a few parts black over the few weeks, make it look a bit sharper

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[ChrisKav1971]

Replaced the rear discs and pads, that's all the major work done

 

[keving208]

Drove to bakewell in Derbyshire from Congleton very good driving Road

 

[Bigjohn84]

Fixed my rear caliper as my handbrake mechanism wasn't returning releasing the brake, that's even with release springs fitted, now it's working like a dream. Also bought 4 spare injectors just incase lol

 

[ChrisKav1971]

Ordered an air con fan for it This is the last job to be done, I've done a search but can't find a guide soooo can I ask a bit of advice? Do I remove the old one by unscrewing the three screws on the frame or the three nuts on the motor?
Thanks in advance
Chris

 

[matt_83]

Removed all 4 calipers to send to BCS for overhauling.

 

[DJH70]

Removed the CD changer from the glovebox and fitted the replacement tray and new ESP switch I ordered from SERE motors on Thursday. Damn that Dave is fast!

 

[Headsnap]

Had an oil pressure issue recently. I was overtaking a slow driver and booted it past him. Unfortunately the high revs proved too much for my LC and the dash promptly started beeping and flashing at me. I changed the oil filter, removed the sump and strainer and cleaned them. The strainer was properly caked, so a good wash out and a blow through with compressed air was in order. Those three 10mm screws on the sump next to the gearbox are an absolute a**e to fit. I recommend taping them to a socket with masking tape, offering them up slowly because if you drop them you'll get them stuck and you'll have to drop the sump again to get them out. Oil changed and a nice run out and a good boot full to get the revs up and as yet I have no recurrence. Fingers crossed!

 

[Headsnap]

Took my sump of and gave it a clean plus my oil pick up pipe, and put two new handbrake cables on, now to finally get my oil catch can on the car haha

I've just realised you did the same as me! Sump looks as new mate. My neck is sore after being under the car. I need a lift!

 

[Bigjohn84]

Had an oil pressure issue recently. I was overtaking a slow driver and booted it past him. Unfortunately the high revs proved too much for my LC and the dash promptly started beeping and flashing at me. I changed the oil filter, removed the sump and strainer and cleaned them. The strainer was properly caked, so a good wash out and a blow through with compressed air was in order. Those three 10mm screws on the sump next to the gearbox are an absolute a**e to fit. I recommend taping them to a socket with masking tape, offering them up slowly because if you drop them you'll get them stuck and you'll have to drop the sump again to get them out. Oil changed and a nice run out and a good boot full to get the revs up and as yet I have no recurrence. Fingers crossed!

Haha everyone has that problem, you need a long 10m socket and a very steady hand lol, did you hand tighten all the bolts then leave for an hour to let the selent cure, then tighten to 15nm torque on all bolts, mind check for leaks also.

 

[Headsnap]

Haha everyone has that problem, you need a long 10m socket and a very steady hand lol, did you hand tighten all the bolts then leave for an hour to let the selent cure, then tighten to 15nm torque on all bolts, mind check for leaks also.

Yeah I had a double depth socket but the shoulder on the bolts stops it from being able to slip in the socket nicely. Used a 3" extension too. After dropping a bolt three times I decided to just tape it to the socket! Live and learn! Yep sealant applied, hand tightened and then torqued. No leaks as yet.

 

[Bigjohn84]

I used a magnet when I couldn't get them out, try that next time, undo them till there about to fall out then put the magnet in and grab them, thinks there's some photos on the page before when I done mine

 

[Headsnap]

I used a magnet when I couldn't get them out, try that next time, undo them till there about to fall out then put the magnet in and grab them, thinks there's some photos on the page before when I done mine

Good advice, cheers!

 

[burnzee56]

I did the washer upgrade on my 6 speed gearbox to get rid of all that extra movement. Changes gear a lot nicer now with less whining in the gears. Not bad for a few quid.


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[Bigjohn84]

Changed my mates B1 S1 lambda sensor, plus cleaned his throttle body and alined it with VCDS, also put new brake pads on the rear and fixed his sticky handbrake mechanism, his car is perfect again. Till next time lol

 

[Rich-I-Am]

Another (1st one lasted 3 months) cam sensor on my car. On the button again. Happy chappie.

 

[Danio]

Bought a forge 007, direnza fmic, all the parts for a n249 bypass and sai delete, and a rear wiper delete bung.

Also got a b1 s1 lambda sensor that needs replacing

Bit of work to do in the coming days!

Any tips or tricks for any of these jobs would go down a treat

 

[Bigjohn84]

Bought a forge 007, direnza fmic, all the parts for a n249 bypass and sai delete, and a rear wiper delete bung.

Also got a b1 s1 lambda sensor that needs replacing

Bit of work to do in the coming days!

Any tips or tricks for any of these jobs would go down a treat

Yeh only one, good luck getting the rear plastic off the boot to take the wiper out. Prob the most impossible job on this car.

 

[Danio]

Yeh only one, good luck getting the rear plastic off the boot to take the wiper out. Prob the most impossible job on this car.

That's not a tip, that making me hesitant about the job!

Ah well, I'll give it a go then come back with pictures saying yeah, piece of cake