The interior side panels still need to be made up and fitted, and rattles from the left foot well (I think it's the mudshield or snorkel ducting) and roof rack spots (their cage rattles against the rack, even though the screws are tight) need … [Continue reading]
Fairey Overdrive Fitting
Having rebuilt the Fairey overdrive, this post shows how to fit the overdrive to a standard transmission. It shows the whole procedure except for the installation of the selector lever and bracket, but I'll try to explain that further on. This … [Continue reading]
Fairey Overdrive Overhaul
Annoyingly, the overdrive sprung a leak somewhere, dumping its oil into the transfer box. I suspect it was the smaller seal between the input and output shafts - I didn't know where to locate it within the output shaft on the initial rebuild at the … [Continue reading]
More Mods
The 109 is still running well, starting instantly every time. The steering needed a small amount of attention - the pinch bolts on the relay arms needing tightening and the steering box needed readjusting as it all settled in, but the steering is … [Continue reading]
Engine Decision
I have been wondering whether to plump for a detuned 200Tdi instead of the 19J to replace the fitted 12J. I have come to the conclusion that it's better for the head to rule the heart and to stick with the 19J. Though the Tdi would be far more … [Continue reading]
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