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  1. 24th October 2009, 04:16 PM #51
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    The bad news is that Ivan failed his roadworthy. But, the good news is that the fail was for silly little things.

    The horn decided not to work that day, the light over the rear number plate didnt work, one tie rod end needed replacement, and a front bearing needs adjustment. So all in all I'm pretty happy.

    As long as something unexpected and catastrophic doesn't happen (touch wood) I can have it on the road some time after next weekend. (my sisters wedding next weekend has put it on the backburner.
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    bad news on the fail but congrats on getting it so close!
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  3. 18th November 2009, 06:07 PM #53
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    Second time in, good news all round! In the eyes of the Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales, my car is roadworthy.

    The engine is wearing in quite well, noticably looser and more eager in the first ~100km. It did consume a bit of oil, but I imagine this is normal for the 'bedding in' phase. Thought I would mention it just in case.

    I have heard mixed reports about when the next oil change should be after day dot. Some say 300 miles, others 500 miles or more. So, throwing it out to the trusty brains trust; what do you reckon?
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    Quote Originally Posted by series3 View Post
    I have heard mixed reports about when the next oil change should be after day dot. Some say 300 miles, others 500 miles or more. So, throwing it out to the trusty brains trust; what do you reckon?
    It is probably not critical - the idea is to remove the dirt that got in during the rebuild plus any metal filings from the bedding in. I would change tit about 300miles, and make the next change fairly short as well, say a thousand. Change the filter as well and check the filter housing for anything interesting in it.

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    I have a small shopping list as follows, if anyone has any tips or leads please let me know. I will update my list as i go, à la Shonky.

    -Truck cab fill panel
    -extractors to suit 2.25 petrol
    -front springs to suit SWB 2a (currently have HD springs)
    -some kind of alternative air filtration to the oil bath to run in non-dusty conditions
    -linkages for a fairey O/D
    -16 gallon fuel tank (or two)
    -rear jacmac bolt-operated difflocker, when the stars align
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  6. 24th November 2009, 04:37 AM #56
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    I've got a pair of front springs in average condition, still bolted to a spare chassis. You're welcome to them if you want them.

    They're in Warrimoo, Lower Blue Mountains.

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    Extractors and a pod filter... Entering drift comps are we?

    I still have to follow up on that fill panel for you. Sorry!
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  8. 24th November 2009, 07:03 AM #58
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    No worries Shonky, no rush mate.

    Thanks peterg, I will follow up with you soon when I have provisions of collecting them.
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    My son will be up tomorrow. He lives in Newtown and could cart them down to the city, so if you still want the springs call me on 0439 707 250 before about midday tomorrow (Saturday).

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    G'day fellas,
    S3, if you aren't in need of the HD springs anymore, i'm interested-i'm not sure how my standard springs will cope with the diesel and winch and bullbar when all is fitted. Alas im not taking the springs off till I have tested them so can't offer a straight swap.
    I don't mind doing a run up the mountains either if Peter's son can't bring his spares down for you.
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