Sahara One

[PeteTJ]

Well, well...
After much AGRRIVATION , I managed to remove the offending bolts securing the oil pan to the block. This was achieved by way of using a BFH and an 8m extraction socket on what should have been an 11mm bolt head
:: Once the pan was down ::
- Cleaned up the block pan seam (old Rtv)
- Cleaned the crud from the exposed parts
- Installed a new FelPro gasket (love the alignment pins they include)
- Installed *new* oil pan
- Used mostly new bolts
- Reattached the exhaust to the manifold
- Reattached the exhaust hangers including the tranny mount
- Checked / Connectedthe exhaust sensors
- Installed new oil filter
- Filled her up with 5 litres of fresh juice
- While under the Sahara, reassembled the transfer case shifter linkage
- Reinstalled the shifter...
- Found a spot to secure the transmission / T-Case breather tube

:: To Do ::
- Reinstall step boards
- Reattach transmission skid plate
- Drop her back down to earth

:: Near Future To Do:
- Replace dead wiper motor
- Reassemble the interior

At least that the list *until* I test drive it after the clutch replacement

PeteTJ

 

[PeteTJ]

I am back at it
The weather has turned in my favour , 5 degrees C here today.
:: Done ::
.. Step board are welded on
.. Wiper motor is beyond walking dead.. (pic)
Ordered new one - arriving thrusday
.. Hard top back on as the Sahara is back in my driveway, but alas, the rear wiper wouldn't move. Might be related to the front motor being Off. Or a dead fuse... Checking wiring diagram later.
.. Found three missing bolts on the upper front each fender - explains the rattles on bumpy pavement.

:: To Do :: Lots, will attempt to post as work is done.

:: overall good news ::
Leaks appear to be fixed!

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.. Removed the wiper motor and peeled the rubber casing back
.. Found the magnets were snugly securing mountains of loose rust to the motor housing.
.. Gently scraped the loose stuff away and found the real problem. (Teehee).
.. Can't save that zombie - one shot to the head should put it out of its misery.

Thanks all!

PeteTJ

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