Recent content by fraserp

I have a weird question. I recently bought a 4x4 2.5td auto Mazda Bongo non runner. I am thinking about replacing the existing engine and auto box with one from a td4 disco or Freelander. I am not sure if I will hit ECU problems or whether this is a plain stupid idea. The existing Bongo 2.5td...

Thanks I will take a look Fraser

Well I have bought the tool kit required from eBay it says for manual 200/300tdi and I couldn't find the auto version but I assume it must have some way of looking similar to the flywheel hole on the manual. I will check the Haynes manual Will do thanks

Sittingbourne

No but it is my necessary when I tow or need to carry stuff as my other car is an MGF!

Not too happy to share garage name as at this point they could be completely innocent, local to me in Sittingbourne though.

Looks like I will need a special tool to remove pulley, looking at that video I would doubt a garage that specialises in Land rovers would put the washer the wrong side of the wheel.but it seems odd that my leak would start immediately after belt replacement?

Do I need any special tools for that and does radiator have to come out?

I have recently had my 300tdi auto timing belt replaced. From that moment on I have had an oil leak from the wading plug hole on my timing cover. Ok it could be that my crankshaft seal has chosen this moment to give up. But I saw this on you tube . and it has set me thinking. It has been some...