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    Isuzu conversion, Oil filter issues, please help!

    Hi all, So I'm in the middle of transplanting a 3.1 Isuzu into my auto RRC. Got the engine all ready today and was just about to lift it in when... We realised the Isuzu oil filter fouls on the starter location of the V8 bellhousing! There must be a solution as my adaptor plate is a used...
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    Oh yes! I'm very lucky to live in such an amazing place! James
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    That's an easy one... We don't have MOT's in Guernsey! Nor road tax, or VAT... :D Seriously though, it does have mechanical lock out bars which totally remove the rear steering. No problem for an MOT, not that it'll ever need one! James
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    2 pack satin black?

    Well yeah, we have bodyshops but no supply outlets. I could get some from one of the bodyshops but it's more hassle than it's worth with the guy who runs it and it'll be at least £120 a litre. I'm gonna be needing about 15 litres in all, so not paying that! James
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    2 pack satin black?

    Yeah, erm, nothing at all like that in Guernsey mate! I'm hoping someone would know of a good UK internet based supplier? Cheers, James
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    So, while I'm waiting for the motor to arrive I've got a few jobs to sort... Change front seats from existing 'orange' efforts to very comfy grey honda ones. Change 'orange' carpet to grey too. Trim & sort headlining & door cards to match Make hub to change steering wheel from truck sized...
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    So today I was on a mission to have the V8 out and on the floor. Thankfully we succeeded! First up was to disconnect all remoining wires & hoses, an amazingly simple job! I cut a few here and there that couldn't be easily disconnected. I wire all the local powerboat fleet so have a range of...
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    There we go then, can't be that bad! ;)
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    Pirate 4x4 is Aussie?! I though it was a US site! Were you referring to the toyota or the Isuzu they use over there though? Cheers, James
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    Well, I did put a post on here asking what to use etc and no one replied! :o Anyhoo, I'm not looking to set the world alight. It's used mainly for towing and as my daily driver, so i wanted reasonable economy. It's also a readily and cheaply available engine which can be tuned a little if I so...
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    2 pack satin black?

    Hi all, Would anyone know of a good place to get 2 pack satin black paint? Needs to be satin, not matt... Thanks, James
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    And this was the evening's progress... Front panels are off and a lot of the wiring etc that attaches to the wings is now detached. Also found an incredible tyre inflator... You remove a spark plug and wind this little chappy in. It's got a valve so that cylinder only pumps clean air and can...
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    First thing was to remove the boat from the workshop to make a bit of room! Once this was done we only had an hour. He she is waiting for work to start, also a couple of pics of the engine bay 'as is'. It's pretty bloody tidy in there.
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    '71 3.1 Isuzu swap with ZF build

    Hi all, Whilst researching doing this, I couldn't find much info on this swap so I thought I'd do the good thing and detail it all here! Firstly I'm starting with my Rangie. It's a shortened and bobtailed '71 2 door classic with 4 wheel steering. Currently running a 3.9 V8 on Strombergs with...
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    Engine conversion valve block questions!

    Had a look on Ebay for one and couldn't see any, though I could find whole boxes for not that much. Any ideas on where to source one? Is there anywhere to find the codes? Thanks for all the help, James
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    Engine conversion valve block questions!

    Thanks very much for that, just the answer I was hoping for! I'm guessing Ashcroft transmissions or someone would be best to supply a TDi spec one? I would have the whole box rebuilt but I know it's a good box and I'm restricted on time right now! Thanks, James
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    Engine conversion valve block questions!

    Hi all, I'm about to venture into doing an engine swap from a 3.9 carbed V8 to an Isuzu 3.1 TD, retaining the V8's autobox. The current box seems to always shift at quite low revs, no matter what I do with the kickdown cable (though the kickdown is definately working). Is there any way for...
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    4 wheel steering in Guernsey!

    I'll put the pics up in a proper thread in another section... I can't start a thread in the for sale or wanted sections... Can anyone tell me what my post count should be to be able to do this? I've checked the stickies but can't see! Thanks, James
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    Where do you live?

    Sunny Guernsey!
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    4 wheel steering in Guernsey!

    Hello all from sunny Guernsey! Just realised I never introduced myself when I joined! I used to be an absolute Landrover nut and about 13 years ago built myself a satin black D90 soft top with a SD33 motor, 35's and a big lift, it was awesome! Since then I got into powerboating and now...
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