Had to wait for rain (didn't take long over here), problem solved it was the cracked seam.

Additionally you could move the temp sensor to the steel pipe across the rockercover to eliminate the problem Richard pointed at.

At least you've made it to a sticky George!

It is always difficult for us when wrenching on UK origin cars (and US), as the right sockets are not widely available except in special shops (they sell only the expensive brands) so I try to find metric equivalents.
When they 'almost' match it is good enough for me, but for headbolts it is critical and I am lucky it only differs a 0.1 mm. Therefore I take the 6 sided impact socket that does not give in.
The exhaust manifold bolts is a perfect match with multihex 12 mm, best is to have a thin-wall socket (for exhausts 3 and 6), I start at front, when I reach exhaust 3 or 6 I bend the frontpart a bit to fit the socket.
Plus we have the advantage there is no steeringshaft in the way.

no10chris wrote:

as for socket, I use a spark plug socket, be careful at the back r/h ones, do not round them

Why not buy a 12mm 12 side multi-hex socket? Small investment that keeps the bolts as they have to be.

For headbolts I have a 16mm air-impact socket, not that I use the airgun but they are stronger and don't slip off the head that easy when not holding the torquewrench exact vertical on the head.

To keep the cooler radiator in one piece you could try to heat the nuts for a short while, aluminium expands very quickly when heated with a torch (kitchen chef's torch).
If no avail your plan can always be plan B.

I don't know how the fillertube is connected to the oilpan versus the later fillerplug or else I should say swap the whole pan with dipstick if they are the same size.

Gilbertd wrote:

So by banning us, RRTH is breaking rule number 1 then.........

He will reply with: 'using and enjoying is not the same as participating'...

davew wrote:

even though many of the members of those sites subsequently complained about all the adverts / cookies /vendor push etc

I'm not inclined enough to know the technique behind it, all I know is that when I'm over there my processor's fan starts howling like a jetengine and all becomes very slow.
What a relief being on here. (and yes Gordon you're welcome with your request when needed)

OldShep56 wrote:

I wonder if wearing a kilt will be a requirement to join?

Yes, and hairy legs too. Throwing poles now and then. But the reward is there: a good malt. I think I like you guys.

So you're wearing kilts then?

The saga goes on, a few days ago I sent someone over there a PM, accompanied with a reminder in the public forum: *** you've got PM.
No reply, had a look last night: reminder removed without notification to me.

Gilbertd wrote:

but much of the time he is downright rude, insulting, unhelpful, unwelcoming, arrogant or simply posts 'advice' that is blatantly incorrect.

At the same time he keeps us busy with over 30 posts and drawing attention he does not deserve.
Without going into politics (oh no!) there are parallells coming to mind regarding the newly elected inhabitant of their official residence...

To me this whole fob issue is still a mystery. I have 3 fobs, #2 and #3, the third one is unreadable with defective microswitches and will probably be #1.
If I change fobs I first have to lock/unlock with the blade and from then on the fob works without synchronising or any messages. (Touch wood of course)

As it's a diesel you should have the 4HP22 with dipstick (or manual).

Problem is, I type too slowly. The hole world can reply before I finish typing and press the reply button.

Mark you beat me (again).

Hi Gareth, welcome in the pub. First of all, avoid garages that tell you beforehand you need a new gearbox. Do you have anything of a servicehistory of the rig?
What's the mileage, assume it's a 4.6 petrol?
About the box, can you see it has lost oil? If no and the car moves then there is oil inside.
Before some member more skilled than me pops in, do a electrical test as discribed in electrickery section electrical test
As you can read there it can give all sorts of messages when the electrical system is neglected.
Let us know the results.
Tony.

There's a film about a similar subject: The Dictator (difference: there is laughter too)