Recent content by Sprucey

I had the timing belt and seals done when I had engine swap about 8 months ago. That’s why I don’t really want to retake cover off etc. But you are right... it’s the best way

hi all, Hope this is the right section. Engine: 200tdi defender I have an issue, where the power steering pump mount attaches to the timing cover (lower bolt) it has stripped the thread from the timing cover. How can I fix this the easiest way? There is not much room between the hole and the...

Hi All again. Nearly there with the conversion. Now, this part is very expensive to buy new. So i'm thinking can it be made up at home etc? I need the Top Metal Intercooler Pipe to Manifold Part No. NTC5627 Has anyone had a go at this before? or does anybody have an ideas? THanks

Thanks for all your comments! I think I may wait until engine is fitted before i change belts. Seems a lot easier and as you say.... will be able to tighten up bolt properly. I have noticed however that the PAS pump pulley has a little bit of back n forth play, is this an issue? also I have...

Hi All! I have recently picked up a genuine 200tdi defender engine. I am planning on changing the timing belt, water pump etc before the install for peace of mind. I have the timing belt kit and water pump, plus gaskets etc.... Now I am aware that I need to remove Crankshaft pulley but...

thanks 300hp. buget As small as it needs to be. just looking for some general advise. I have searched all over google and here.... hence why I setup an account to ask the specific questions I need answers to.

Also other than obvious like timing belt, what else would people change while engine is out?

Thanks Flat! Exactly what i was looking for. I too have gone this route for full tdi spec and future works etc. I had the Rad/int cooler mounted in a frame? is this the part you refer to? I also had the airbox/filter housing. I was thinking of going all silicone pipes... what you think...

Here she is

1988 90 Pickup...

Hi All, Sorry if this has all been convered before but I cannot find anything on the Genuine Defender conversion. Currently I have a 1988 90 Pickup fitted with a 19J. Breathing terrible and becoming a chore to drive now. I have been looking for a Defender 200tdi engine, which I have now...

Hi there! Just to say hello really... Brought my first Land rover about 8 weeks ago and I am in Love! Although the other half seems to have lost Love for me.... I think I can take that.