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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136   
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Hi Linds, I don't know why the main shaft moved forwards other than there was no reason why it shouldn't. The gearbox guy who looked at it immediately said there was something wrong with the set up. All conversions he's seen had to have a bolt through which was how I cured it. It may have stayed where it was without the bolt, once he'd tightened it up with BMW flange, but it wasn't worth the risk when there was a relatively simple solution. I sent a message to Shabs at synchro to ask if he'd had a problem but got no reply so I assume it isn't a problem till it becomes one
 As for leaking I've not seen any fresh oil under it since the conversion which is a refreshing change  Citroen 2CV. (Written off)
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27th Aug 2022 7:45pm |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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 Click image to enlarge Zero progress on transfer gears ( Shoulder still knackered) But I ditched the K+N filter and reinstated the puma airbox. This seemed to make the exhaust note a bit quieter, not sure why, I also put the engine cover on for a more factory look  Citroen 2CV. (Written off)
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29th Oct 2022 8:05pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343  
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Looks quite smart there Tim, what did you do with the feed from the expansion tank, wehre does it go? 4.0 V8 Defender 90
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30th Oct 2022 12:13pm |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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Hey Luke I tee'd into bottom hose with bits from puma cooling system which was needlessly complicated
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30th Oct 2022 8:29pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343
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Okay Dokay I'll be doing the same then. Cheers Tim 4.0 V8 Defender 90
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31st Oct 2022 6:57am |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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Click image to enlarge Back in workshop for more surgery Click image to enlarge Transfer box out as too low geared. I was going to tackle this myself but I just don't have enough kit ( Bench press) or confidence and shoulder is still very painfull (awaiting an op) 
Click image to enlarge I'm now going to return the box and gear set back to Ashcroft transmissions and let them deal with it. While they're in there I'm getting an ATB fitted. Citroen 2CV. (Written off) 66 Ford Mustang (Sold) Land Rover Defender 110 Hard top 300 tdi (Sold and subsequently written off) And a few BMW's before seeing the light |
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24th Feb 2023 9:06pm |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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Interestingly when I removed transfer box the pin I put in the BMW output shaft converter was snapped in two places
 I'm not sure how that happened. One snap I could understand. Anyhow I deducted from this that since the shaft didn't move forward and create the stuck in gear problem I had that it wasn't worth replacing, drilling output shaft and recutting the thread. Ashcroft transmissions sorted the ratio change and fitted an ATB while they were in there. I have now put it all back together and the ratio change has made the gears much more user friendly. 70mph is around 2000rpm maybe a bit more but I can confirm this next time I'm on a motorway or decent length dual carriageway. I may even have got away with the 1.003 ratio but I do tow a heavy trailer from time to time so I'm happy with this ratio. If you do this same conversion as I have with a 110 defender and use the same gearbox I would recommend factoring in this ratio change while your at it. Citroen 2CV. (Written off)
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24th Mar 2023 9:44pm |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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It's been a year now and still an absolute joy to drive.
Click image to enlarge Changed the air inlet set up from this Click image to enlarge to this. The difference was amazing. Tickover went from 1100rpm to 800rpm, throttle response, power and sound all improved. Also removed the centre box from the exhaust for a throatier sound which makes me happy 
Click image to enlarge Also cut this hole in the air intake and put in a bit of guttering to divert and hopefully force a bit more air into engine. All little adjustments but very satisfying improvements. Citroen 2CV. (Written off) 66 Ford Mustang (Sold) Land Rover Defender 110 Hard top 300 tdi (Sold and subsequently written off) And a few BMW's before seeing the light |
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1st Jul 2023 9:07pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343
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Sounds like youre coming to the end of the build then Tim you've done a good job.
How do you find the ATB? I love them. odd regarding the output shaft and issues with teh change. Do hope I don't encounter the same. Need an update on that noise btw, can't be having too loud now  4.0 V8 Defender 90
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14th Jul 2023 8:51pm |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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Thanks Luke
I think I'll always be tinkering here and there it is a Land Rover
Ive not really noticed a difference with the ATB but I haven't been off road or had snow yet so time will tell
https://youtube.com/shorts/tI6vG-hVWOc?feature=share New sound video.  Citroen 2CV. (Written off)
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15th Jul 2023 8:38pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343
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Easier in a 90 but trying kicking the front inside wheel up round a bend its wicked
Youtube post sounds about right mate, love it 4.0 V8 Defender 90
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16th Jul 2023 2:17pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343
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Where have you been Tim - and how's the shoulder?
What do you think to the 1.100 ratio in the transfer box? I'm considering now lengthening mine down to a 1.003 or even 0.9 so I can hit 60MPH at the top of 2nd gear.. Need some first hand advice while still accounting for the extra mass of your 110... Cheers 4.0 V8 Defender 90 My Instagram |
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2nd May 2024 7:32am |
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| Timbo Member Since: 15 Jun 2021 Location: west mids Posts: 136
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Hey Luke sorry only just seen this! I used to get notifications but they've stopped for some reason
The 1.1 made it a different and way better vehicle to drive. The other option from ashcroft was the 1.003 I think. Shoulder op was a success! I've seen the odd pic on instagram from you but I never post on there mainly Facebook, but even then not a lot. I got some new tyres today the 33x12.50x15 Hankook dynapro MT I've not done any proper driving with them yet but the steering is already a lot lighter The toyo open country MT's have been fantastic but I fancied a change. Hows the M57 gearbox with yours? The other mod I've done is to remove the centre silencer so it's just the two small silencers on each tail piece and it sounds magnificent. Turns heads every where and when you really hold on to the gears it doesn't half shift. The m57 gearbox I've got is a bit tired it slips out of 1st and reverse every now and then so I'm on the lookout for a spare but for every day driving it's a blast. On the motorway I got it to 90 and it had more but I stopped there   Take it easy buddy and we need to meet up at some point. I can add you on face book if you like as I've seen you as a suggestion.
Click image to enlarge Citroen 2CV. (Written off) 66 Ford Mustang (Sold) Land Rover Defender 110 Hard top 300 tdi (Sold and subsequently written off) And a few BMW's before seeing the light |
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21st Sep 2024 8:34pm |
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| LJMARSDEN Member Since: 08 Jun 2021 Location: Nottingham Posts: 343
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I bet its quite smooth travelling at speed now with a more balanced engine, not that the pumas would rattle. However, for me thats one of the many improvements. I may have to go to a 1.1 centre diff ratio also as its a tad short at the moment but other than that I cannot complain at all about my Gs6/ M57 box.
Noise wise I'm regretful of that fact that I didn't down hat you did and install cats on the down pipes, I need the volume reducing quite a lot
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