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Post by Eljacko on Jan 15, 2011 16:01:58 GMT 1
Right I've gotta change my headgasket so it seems! Got that horrible gunky oily water stuff going on! Ive never changed one before, ive got a Mini 35 1275 Carb and was wondering if anybody could throw us a few tips on how to go about it and if anybody has any tips and tricks? Crapping myself to be honest that ill take it apart and when putting it back together the thing wont start up!  |
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Post by coedy on Jan 15, 2011 18:19:23 GMT 1
Number your plug leads and it will fire up fine.  don't forget you will need a torque wrench, sandpaper and a razor blade... may as well change the exhaust and rocker cover gasket the same time. I'll try and find the guide i found online before.. it's all in the Haynes |
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Post by coedy on Jan 15, 2011 20:14:17 GMT 1
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Post by Keats on Jan 15, 2011 21:12:09 GMT 1
It isn't that difficult, i managed it ;D
I think the words "head gasket" are there to frighten everyone!
Number everything you take off! the most important bit is cleaning the surfaces before putting the new gasket on - it's well worth taking your time over.
If your going to get the head skimmed (i did) make sure it goes to someone who knows their stuff.
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Post by Keats on Jan 15, 2011 21:15:33 GMT 1
Oh and there is a particular order the head bolts have to be done up in (it's in the Haynes) and you will need to re-torque the head bolts after a couple of hundred miles. Have faith I'm sure you'll be just fine |
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Post by ljonez on Jan 15, 2011 23:18:31 GMT 1
As said its pretty simple on a mini and the haynes is your friend.
I got it down to 20 minutes now ;D
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Post by Eljacko on Jan 15, 2011 23:33:38 GMT 1
blimey 20 minutes! when it comes to cleaning up the gunk, whats the best technique to use? Ive ordered my seals off minispares so should hopefully change it on wednesday. Do you rekon i can get it done within the day, for a first timer? |
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Post by Eljacko on Jan 20, 2011 19:02:32 GMT 1
Well it may have taken me 8 hours to do it, but i think its done!
Wasnt able to check though as the battery needs a charge! Im on the home straight now, hope to get her back on the road by the end of feb! Need to do some more paint jobs and then i can insure the baby!
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Post by Custard on Jan 22, 2011 20:45:53 GMT 1
nice one dude, always rewarding when you have completed a job on your own....pm me your mail address will send you a pressie  for future use |
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Post by Eljacko on Jan 30, 2011 20:24:17 GMT 1
so, had the weekend to give the little bugger a test start... ... ... and after a few coughs and splatters from here and there, the thing was running smooth as pie!  just wanted to get it out on the road! Been 4 months since i started her last! Now ive just got to spray the wings and bumper section and fit the arches and she ready for that dreaded MOT! :/ should be fine i hope! |
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Post by coedy on Jan 30, 2011 22:25:18 GMT 1
Congrats!
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just wanted to get it out on the road! Been 4 months since i started her last! Now ive just got to spray the wings and bumper section and fit the arches and she ready for that dreaded MOT! :/ should be fine i hope!