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 300tdi EGT temp increase post new Gear & Transfer Box? |
jocklandjohn
 10th Sep 2023 8:55am
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Forum: Tdi · Replies: 15 · Views: 3841 · Subject: 300tdi EGT temp increase post new Gear & Transfer Box? |
| I read a long and interesting (USA) article on 'driving by EGT' which basically involved watching your exhaust in the wing mirror and changing down when you saw black smoke. (Exactly what Old Skool no ... |
| Removable camper storage units? |
jocklandjohn
15th Aug 2023 5:43pm
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Forum: Camping, Caravanning and Holidays · Replies: 6 · Views: 2811 · Subject: Removable camper storage units? |
Did I note on another thread you were wondering about the wisdom/usefulness of cargo tracking outside the van?
If so then here's a suggestion - stick some on and allow a few of the track bolts to ... |
| 300tdi overheating on long climbs, next steps? |
jocklandjohn
15th Aug 2023 5:12pm
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Forum: Tdi · Replies: 7 · Views: 1929 · Subject: 300tdi overheating on long climbs, next steps? |
| Also meant to ask - is the 300 the same configuration as the 200 with the oil cooler in the radiator? If so that might be a contributor too - as the hotter the oil the more heat the block is going to ... |
| 300tdi overheating on long climbs, next steps? |
jocklandjohn
15th Aug 2023 5:08pm
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Forum: Tdi · Replies: 7 · Views: 1929 · Subject: 300tdi overheating on long climbs, next steps? |
| Worth checking the temp gauge/sender to see if they are accurate. A cheap infra red gun is a real boon as you can motor about, see the indicated temp on the gauge and then stop to zap the hoses and bl ... |
| Pop Top Roof |
jocklandjohn
4th Aug 2023 6:55pm
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Forum: Expedition & Overland · Replies: 86 · Views: 24002 · Subject: Pop Top Roof |
I'll politely say to myself (so you dont have to!) - "I need a sink because I'm a messy bu*ger!!
Your build looks great (even with no sink!) |
| Pop Top Roof |
jocklandjohn
4th Aug 2023 6:21am
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Forum: Expedition & Overland · Replies: 86 · Views: 24002 · Subject: Pop Top Roof |
I've done without a sink for decades, but recent self-build I decided at last to fit one. I'm so glad I did.
Its tiny but the huge advantages have made me wish I'd done it years ago. Its only smal ... |
| [Gone[ 1K brushable Caledonian Blue paint - Highlands |
jocklandjohn
31st Mar 2021 7:50pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 3 · Views: 882 · Subject: [Gone[ 1K brushable Caledonian Blue paint - Highlands |
Sorry to say its not. It went to a lad over by Aviemore before Christmas.
Can recommend the paint though! Rollers on very nicely. |
| Fuel Additive |
jocklandjohn
18th Dec 2020 10:31pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 15 · Views: 7114 · Subject: Fuel Additive |
| I'm another regular user of Millers EcoMax - makes a real difference. Even more so if used with BP Advanced diesel - noticeably smoother & cleaner, and with a tad more oomph. |
| Where is my leak coming from |
jocklandjohn
11th Dec 2020 9:16pm
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 14 · Views: 4662 · Subject: Where is my leak coming from |
| If you can take the headlining out for a bit, then poke a piece of kitchen roll into the inner U channel above the door you may find that it is (surprisingly) dry, and that the water is not coming dow ... |
| [Gone[ 1K brushable Caledonian Blue paint - Highlands |
jocklandjohn
22nd Sep 2020 8:53pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 3 · Views: 882 · Subject: [Gone[ 1K brushable Caledonian Blue paint - Highlands |
| I have a 2.5L can of Land Rover Caledonian Blue ([JUT,507] 1K Enamel Brushable - Corvette from Advanced Paint which cost £45 ex vat & delivery https://www.advancedpaints.co.uk/product/land-rover- ... |
| Thermo top c fbh weird problem |
jocklandjohn
4th Sep 2020 7:28am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 3 · Views: 2045 · Subject: Thermo top c fbh weird problem |
Unless there's a major problem with the diagnostic unit I doubt its caused any damage. Does the other Webasto still work after attaching the Chinese unit to it?
Don't know if there's a fuel pressur ... |
| Thermo top c fbh weird problem |
jocklandjohn
2nd Sep 2020 8:39pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 3 · Views: 2045 · Subject: Thermo top c fbh weird problem |
I don't have one but have an Eberspacher which does the same job.
Have you done any radiator work and got air in the system? Can you run the engine and bleed the system to remove any air bubbles
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| [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
jocklandjohn
12th Aug 2020 2:12pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 5 · Views: 1319 · Subject: [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
| This item is now sold. Thanks folks. |
| [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
jocklandjohn
12th Aug 2020 12:38pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 5 · Views: 1319 · Subject: [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
| You're welcome! |
| [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
jocklandjohn
12th Aug 2020 12:21pm
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Forum: For Sale & Wanted · Replies: 5 · Views: 1319 · Subject: [SOLD] Morningstar 30Amp Solar Charge Controller unit |
Hi Stew - thanks for replying so promptly - but sorry to say someone else was even sharper and its gone literally seconds ago! If it falls through I'll put you as next of kin for it!
Thanks
John |
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