Monday 23 May 2011

New engine loom and components

Today we worked on finishing up the engine bay work. The work involved the following:

  • Replaced cracked engine manifold
  • Replaced cracked thermostat housing
  • Replaced damaged hoses in the cooling system
  • Replaced cracked A/C hose pipe
  • Installed new engine wiring loom
  • Replaced TDC sensor, new version available with the modified Engine Loom
  • Bled the Clutch Circuit
  • Installed a second-had Airbox from a donor car that had only done 100miles
  • Replaced fuse boxes and all electronic components in engine bay
  • Installed a replacement Battery Tray
  • Installed second-hand engine fan and Front panel
  • Installed second-hand Radiator
  • Installed second-hand condensor
  • Installed cross-member
  • Cleaned out coolant circuit with water and compressed air
  • Re-filled coolant and bled the system

We now need to get the fuel drained out as a precaution. We're not sure how long the fuel has been sitting in the car and chances are it may be contaminated. We also need to install a new battery and see if the car works for the first time. A bit nervous but confident. I've booked in a company called Fuel Drain to drain the fuel next week. I will buy a battery and install it after the fuel has been drained and replaced with new fuel. I have added the link to Fuel Drain on the related links section.

Below are some pics of the engine bay area work we completed today: