1. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    yes i still have them :)- are lwb rims different to swb ones?
  2. CarlosVanDango

    Should I buy a crank handle for the series 3

    i fancied buying a cranking handle for mine just for the fact that its got the facility for one:D but i plan to replace the petrol with a diesel and i wondered if A) the cranking adapter would fit on the diesel and B) would i actually be able to turn a diesel over:confused:
  3. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    latest update - I wire brushed and painted the fuel tank :D here's a pic................
  4. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    im pritty sure both of those are on the dash i seem to remember the charge light coming on on tickover just like the old transits did - this light is on when the keys are out :confused:
  5. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    lwb what??:confused:
  6. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    thanks ive just googled it and i do believe you are correct - nice colour :cool:
  7. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    i think i'll fit a cut off like that but i'd still like to get rid of this light :) Q. does anyone know the name of the colour? as i'd like to get a can to spray the repair on the bulkhead - i think long term i'll keep it the original colour but with a black roof
  8. CarlosVanDango

    Wrong wheels

    ive got a set of standard wheels if they are what you need??
  9. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    i'll have to get some skateboarding elbow pads:):D got the bulkhead and top door hinge all welded today - just looked at my photos and they are no good you cant see for the sun............... but its done now:) also fitted the starter solenoid so it starts on the key ordered 4 front...
  10. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    got the welding done on the front leg pulled off the n/s front drum both cyls are siezed but the shoes and in good condition and free - i think i'll get all 4 front cylinders also ****ted my elbow on the door - guess i'm gonna have to get used to that:rolleyes::D bulkhead welding next:)
  11. CarlosVanDango

    How To: Clutch remote bleed

    thats very neat! i have just done mine the method i used was cut out a rear wash water pipe from a scrap car, put the pipe on the end of the bleed nipple then ran it back to the master cylinder - kept pumping untill all the air was out - perfect:)
  12. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    driven it round to its new parking space - bit of an incline to get up - you certainly wouldn't have done it in a regular car but she managed no problems - i even forgot to engage the front hubs so it was only 2wd low range:) there is a red light in the centre of the clocks that is constantly...
  13. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    i think when i fit the front parabolics the ride will be much better:D got my 2 front wellers fitted tonight and tomorrow i'm gonna move it round to my garage to make a start on getting the welding done i have a set of 4 original wheels - are they worth anything or of use to anyone? or...
  14. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    got the clutch unsiezed and had it driving about - can't seem to get 4wd to work but i didnt try for long i dropped it off the stands and drove it up and down the drive :) there is a noise from the front n/s hopefully its due to the odd sized tyres ive got on temporarily but i doubt it...
  15. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    here's the video :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEUvEYMjsag&feature=youtu.be
  16. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    bled the clutch so i'm certain its free of air but still it drags so it must be the plate siezed - any tips on the best way to free them without stripping it? gonna try sitting it on axle stands and running it and hit the brakes to see if it frees off - worth a try as i can check the 4wd too :)
  17. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    here we go 1st time it's run since 1992:D:D my phone ran out of memory but i was about to mention the wobbly dissy cap - not sure whats up there:confused: needs a starter solenoid as the tab has broke off, but apart from that no leaks the new seals on the carb part (whatever it was) have...
  18. CarlosVanDango

    Leafers in 'T' Lochs....OR 1000 odd miles in a leafer....

    what a great trip! Scotland on my list of places i must visit :)
  19. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    got the GB springs parabolics fitted on the back - it sits nice and high (pic attached) which i'm pleased about - the problem is it bottoms out on the shockers - whats the method of sorting this and getting more articulation will i need to fit longer shockers and raise the top mounts???? i'll...
  20. CarlosVanDango

    Stood for 20 yrs - 109 series 3 resto thread.

    well i convened a project planning meeting with all those involved drew up a critical path analysis schedule, realised we was behind target schedule - moved the completion date so progress looked good - wrote a report praising all those involved in keeping the project on schedule :D...