Try this stuff. We use it on our V6 Clio, it's lovely stuff. Don't let the description put you off!
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wax/co.../prod_208.html
Try this stuff. We use it on our V6 Clio, it's lovely stuff. Don't let the description put you off!
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wax/co.../prod_208.html
Owned since 2002. '96 Green 855-R, Manual M56H conversion by Russ @ RT Mech, 82mm rebore, THS Rods, Wiseco Piston kit, Decked Block, Machine work was completed by: www.mandjltd.co.uk, Refurbed head inc skim & 8 new valves, ME7 Ex Manifold, RICA304, Forge Blanking plate, 302mm set-up, PowerFlex Top & Bottom, Front Strut Brace, Miltek Cat-Back, R.I.P, IPD Cone Filter.
Latest update: 10000 miles as at 19/05/13.
To do: Lots (but don't tell Mrs Woody!)
One Sunday morning whilst on a 'spirited' drive, having a play, in 4th gear at 4000rpm I had a sudden loss of power and plumes of smoke pouring out of my exhaust making the road behind me disappear..
After having the car off the road for a while I finally decided to find out why the car was pouring oil out of the back and a total lack of power.
From doing a compression test I discovered that the compression was down on cylinder 4 so I took the head off to see what was going on.
A brief inspection made it clear why there were problems.
I then took the engine out of the car and stripped it down with the help of T4Mark and iMacca...
You can see the detonation damage on the piston where it has blown a hole and melted it at the same time, also melting a crater in the side of the cylinder bore.
We suspect this is from a sticky injector as there were only very tiny signs of det on the other pistons.
More updates to follow...
Cheers,
Barry.
Unlucky, its made quite a mess of that bore
thats a bummer
i'm 18 but i am ready for anything mechanical
dads(smithys) beast 940 turbo,t38 turbo,k&n cossie filter,rwd,forged red block,cossie cam,cossie inlet manifold,intercooler,mocal oil cooler,3" throttel body,3" full exhaust,cmd elctronic system,
roll on 2016
After identifing the issue it was clear that the engine couldn't be reused so I sourced a donor engine from Niles.
Again with the help of my friend (Imacca) we stripped the engine apart in his mancave to rebuild with stronger internals.
Here's some pictures of the engine in various stages as we stripped it down:
All of the bearing journals look in good condition and the bores look good too not showing any signs of glazing or wear.
And lastly, an arty shot of the original pistons and rods (one piston with special lightweight conversion):
The block and head have been taken to AMS in Burgess Hill for machining, honing and porting. It should be back along with many more parts in a couple of weeks.
Cheers,
Barry.
Ahhh, those photo's bring back memories!
Also decided to buy myself some little goodies!
I got the Quaife diff installed and my gearbox reconditioned by Bexhill Gearboxes who gave me a really great service. On inspection they reported that my gearbox was in near perfect condition so ideal for the power I'm aiming for. When I told them it had done 210k miles they were very surprised!
Cheers,
Barry.
What other bits are you planning to get?
Mine has a Gripper diff, I'll be interested to see what you think of the Quaife
I can't comment, as I'm yet to drive mine!
But, I will say, the diff has been back twice already
Really good update mate, well done so far!
Volvo 850 T-5R manual (Olive) B5234T5 : 305 bhp & a 14.5 sec 1/4 mile @ 101 mph & 2004 Volvo S40 1.9D S Daily driver.
Ex-Volvo: B4194-T2 (S40 T4).
barrysc (Thursday 15th March 2012)
Looking good Barry it's good to see the car getting some attention again
barrysc (Thursday 15th March 2012)
I really rate the quaiffe - made a huge difference at Cadwell & Oulton. Certainly has helped with shaving 1/2 second off my quarter.
Almost pointless for the road, apart from perhaps winter time. It is far too tempting to do roundabouts 7 & certain circular/serpentine national limit slip roads at ridiculous speeds - BAD WOBBLY!! (M54 Jnc 5 eastbound, M6 Jnc 15 Northbound from the A500, M5 Jnc 5 Northbound) LOL
I like the way it comes in & out quickly but gradually.
Last edited by Wobbly Dave; Thursday 15th March 2012 at 15:40.
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Hi all,
Just a quick update, its been like christmas all over today just recieved the following:
- Ipd front and rear anti roll bars
- KL- racing 60mm Intercooler
- BSR induction kit
Sorry about picture quality, took them on my phone.
The engine is still at AMS getting the work completed and still have more parts to follow in the post
Cheers,
Barry.
Someone has been having a spend up! Intercooler looks lovely
It does, I had to have all the mounting brackets made up on my THS one.
AndysR (Tuesday 20th March 2012)
Looking very nice mate!
Volvo 850 T-5R manual (Olive) B5234T5 : 305 bhp & a 14.5 sec 1/4 mile @ 101 mph & 2004 Volvo S40 1.9D S Daily driver.
Ex-Volvo: B4194-T2 (S40 T4).
Nice.. Very Nice
Can't wait until it is all fitted and the car is on the road, I bet you can't either..
Have you come into some money or given up drinking?! lol... sorry
Keep us updated dude as seeing this thread has got me to get mine out of the garage a month early and start sorting it out, good inspiration cheers..
Scott..
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