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Got back on it today removed l/h turbo heat shields to get access to exhaust and engine mount r/h already removed and exhaust undone Unplugged wiring tcm on drivers side near abs, all other in similar place to d3 Vacuum solenoid on drivers side wires to main loom and bracket to body apart from...

Thanks mate bit more of a challenge compared to D3, been a bit rough with cold then chest infection, going to start again tomorrow 09 new motor running great although expected top end to be wisper quiet with new lifters but has great throttle response sounds throaty more induction sound with...

Hi all, thanks mate you know what it's like with hobbies Lol Front bumper off today, then slam panel Same as D3 body trim wise, decided to remove radiators as a unit complete with cowling, some pipes fiddly, removed intercooler pipes and lifted the unit out with my engine hoist wasn't too bad...

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Hi all just finished a D3 project, now starting on a 2013 Sdv6 bought as a project, is hemorrhaging oil from at least one turbo and from sump and its extension, will be giving it a good service too Pulling the motor and box this week going to try to do it in exactly the same way as I do a D3 Got...

Tried first start up yesterday no dice, got a code for fuel regulator open circuit and fuel rail sensor dynamics unit shutting everything down big F So decided to check all plugs and wiring and low and behold HP pump regulator plug not fully home, so cleaned it plugged it in reassembled fuel...

Hi all transfer box on all hooked up, no real dramas, just back part of exhaust to fit, battery on trickle, start up tomorrow if weather and work permits me time Keep getting sidetracked as other jobs keep happening but getting there Done no more to D4 apart from a look around seems the motor...

Thanks mate didn't know that, at first look at what I can see it does seem bottom end ladder rack down but no oil trail from turbos or small crack in rocker box if you see what I mean, will have a better idea when motors out, yes will check both ends of crank going to do belts at same time, may...

Went well today back on D3 top and sides all back together Just transfer box, exhaust and related bits and Bob's underneath to do, should be out of workshop (shed) by weekend, and D4 in, looking forward to seeing if the same method of removing the motor and box is workable seems so Lot of oil...

Hi mate still waiting to speak to Howard about available panels it occurred to me after our conversation why not do all work at my workshop sometime when weather warms up, could do all jobs, mot and drive it home, as you know I have a mig, just need a bit of time to clear up a couple of...

Another change of plan stripped a few more parts off D4 today lots of oil in intercooler pipes, bypass valve was expected but lot of oil down the back of motor too but not sure is all from turbos at this point so decided to pull the motor at the weekend give it a proper going over, wanted to...

Total change of plan now on z, pulled engine and gearbox covers and all others, wow oil every where down back of motor, about a good cupful in bypass valve some doesn't seem related to turbo or rocker cover but could be wrong, new plan remove motor and see what is occurring go through it belts...

Does sound like a broken crank, doner motor is the cheaper option, absolutely change belts would also suggest OEM oil pump and seal, also you might want to check the filter for any signs of trouble, it's as far as you want to strip really, I would remove sump extension and check for signs of...

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Hi mate it will come out with gearbox from the front, it's not too bad really, have a look at my thread should give you a idea at least how I do it anyway I don't have a lift either, just a hoist and axle stands needed, all the best like to hear of people doing it themselves any help give me a...

No problem mate, as said will find out what panels are made for D3 from local dealer Going to break a 06 D3 so are welcome to any parts foc. Dont hesitate to ask, will have a poke around underneath mine see if I can offer any ideas Keep the faith mate all the best

Hi mate bless you it is a bit of a mess, try cleaning areas you suspect there may be spot welds with blowtorch and wire brush they become more visible it's a case of removing available panels inner and outer sill? and cutting out rust from other affected areas, I do have a 06 I have been robbing...

Only have 3 D3 and 2 D4 so far going to sell Two of D3s keep one or more of D4 going to concentrate more on D4s but looking at D sports too, would be welcomed with tea, but let me get workshop extension finished as Is a bit of a dump here at the moment Lol

Thanks mate yes your right, don't think it was checked mechanically much , have to shuffle motors around before removing top arm running out of space, thanks for confirming will do all at once turbos, clean and check vacuum system, replace rocker cover many thanks for you advice and time, all...