1. hotmrw

    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    Thanks for that jamesmartin
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    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    Can anyone advise if the Crankshaft caps on the 2.7 TDV6 are matched to the block? I have found a cheap block but it doesnt have the crank caps - I have the crank caps of my engine but not sure if they are matched to the block like to con rods and con rod caps - thanks in adance.
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    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    UPDATE - I got both cylinder heads off as you can see, the left hand side was a bit of a PITA but eventually got it off - however I have identified another problem and need advice, it looks like the blown head gasket across pots 1 & 2 have corroded the block sealing surface ( see pics ) to me it...
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    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    Hi each and all - I have found a replacement head for the "Money Pit" the numbers match ( Almost ) can someone confirm this will fit mine even though the lower nubers/letters are not the same - Picture Enclosed
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    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    Not sure what they are - but they aint good, Luckily I have just bought a lovely replacement head -and in my town ( Probably end up needing two ) this probably explains my coolant system constantly pressurising, still not sure what was causing the tap tap tap when warm above 1500 RPM - what is...
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    Cylinder Head removed ( Interesting )

    Hi each and all - not been on for a while but due to the current circumstances I found the time to remove the noisey right hand side Cylinder Head on my 2006 RR Sport 2.7 TDV6 ( Very Easy Job ) I have enclosed images see what you think. The old gasket is heavily coroded as can be seen in the...
  7. hotmrw

    I think it is either my head gasket/ cracked block

    The Engine was cold - and yes my coolant system was pressurising to the point where the Expansion tank cap was popping every 15 seconds or so to vent the steam/smoke
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    I think it is either my head gasket/ cracked block

    I will also need to check the piston prortrusion when the heads are off and get the correct notch gaskets wont I?
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    I think it is either my head gasket/ cracked block

    NIGHTMARE lol - crazy as it drives sweet and never overheats - was hoping to have her done with the snow we have coming - my bmw and minibus are both rear wheel drive - ohh well I will start it Sunday providing I am not snowed in - thanks for confirming my suspicions Henry
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    I think it is either my head gasket/ cracked block

    I was going to - wish I had now, one other thing, do you have to change both banks L&R as I know my problem is on the Right Bank - Regards Darren.
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    I think it is either my head gasket/ cracked block

    Hi each and all - I have just fitted a brand new Radiator to go with the New thermostat, torque converter, Timing belt kit, idlers & rollers, hand brake module, track rod arms, gearbox oil and flush, engine oil and filter, battery, Right Side Camshafts ( Land Rover ) Rocker arms ( INA ) Tappets...
  12. hotmrw

    Head Gasket problem?

    Hi everyone - I borrowed a sniff tester from my friend - did the sniff test ( video enclosed ) the liquied stayed solid blue - tested it in the exhaust and it turned green I have just had a thought - I replaced the Thermostat with a new one from Land rover, I am wondering if I have put a hose on...
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    Head Gasket problem?

    The coolant system has always been under pressure since I got the car ( And prior to the new stat and water pump ) - does anyone know what is the most reliable test to check the head gasket? I could drain the system and slowly refill and see if that sorts the problem Is it normal for the...
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    Head Gasket problem?

    Well other than the cold heater and cap popping - I am not sure, it has had a new thermostat ( LAND ROVER ) and coolant, and waterpump ( SKF ) strange thing is the system still retains pressure 24 hours later - leave it all night - go to it stone cold in the morning undo the expansion cap and...
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    Head Gasket problem?

    Hi each and all - I am chugging my way through the jobs that need doing on my money pit Range Rover 2.7 TDV6 - Just had a replacement Torque Converter fitted ( OUCH ) One of the many other problems that I need to deal with is my Coolant system pressurising up to the point of the expansion tank...