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Old 05-01-2010, 11:33 AM
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OK so who changed the title of my thread, while i don't mind the new title it would of been nice to of been told about it first
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Old 05-01-2010, 11:47 AM
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Don't do it again

ps...i see you've still left operation granby in the title
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Old 05-01-2010, 11:54 AM
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It was suggested previously in the thread


and it was on my to do list


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Hmmmmm !!

The 555 Wagon Squadron Legal Eagles have agreed to take on the case of Pilot Officer "Stealthy" Mitchell v. Captain X.

The issue for the prosecution being that, although outranked by Captain X (known as Mr X for these purposes, but we all know who he really is), Pilot Officer Mitchell is entitled to "severe personal freedom" in the choice of thread titles, when communicating with all ranks equivalent and above.

The Defence will argue that, because this thread could be read by more lowly members of the Squadron, such as members of the Tactical Mayhem Team, that the above case for the prosecution does not apply.

Air Vice Marshall Sir Compostable Punnet will hear both sides of the case tomorrow. Reporters from the 555 Wagon Squadron Press Office will be on hand to sensationalise the case as required. We understand that Fl Lt Cynthia Sharpley will be on hand to faint in the public gallery as any pre-determined verdict is read out.
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Old 05-01-2010, 10:09 PM
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Sorry M'lud , I shall start mounting my d'fence

(although last time I mounted d'fence I got a nasty splinter)
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Old 06-01-2010, 10:25 AM
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Old 07-01-2010, 03:54 PM
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Should have a little update on this in a couple of weeks
Getting a proper turbo then ?
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Old 28-01-2010, 07:39 PM
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OK a bit of a update, went to Surrey rolling road today to have a tweak by Simon (JGM), since the last time i was there I've put in new spark plugs and a new fuel pump (walbro hi flow) which seemed to have cured a problem i had that i thought was down to the Simtek, last time it was remapped it made 434bhp & 380ft lbs

This time we got 444bhp & 385ft lbs on just V power but with a 15% methanol mix with V power it went up to 470bhp & 415ft lbs at 1.7 bar

I would like to say a big thank you to Simon for his mapping skills and putting up with all my emails over the last couple of months

New fuel pump against the old walbro 255lt pump

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Old 28-01-2010, 09:25 PM
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What make & size is the new pump?
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Old 28-01-2010, 09:33 PM
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What make & size is the new pump?
http://lateralperformance.co.uk/prod..._fuel_pump_kit
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Old 28-01-2010, 10:52 PM
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Thats a lot of work just for an alarm clock for Moley
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Old 29-01-2010, 12:41 PM
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That pump looks a monster and should improve your fuel comsumption no end. For a long distance mission, you may need drop tanks.
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Just a little update, with the APS intercooler you can't use the standard front towing eye, wasn't really too worried about it but after the track day at Brands and the marshals kept asking me about it i finally decided to get it sorted

Thanks to Alyn at AS Performance for delivering it in super quick time (and at a good price), all ready for 30-130 now





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Old 12-03-2010, 04:24 PM
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neat idea, was just chatting to Dukeboy about the same thing this afternoon as he's running a front mount without towing eye as well.

looks easy to tuck away behind the fog cover when not needed
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Old 12-03-2010, 05:15 PM
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Yeah thats what ive done, when its not needed its tucked behind the fog light cover, and when needed it can poke its tongue out at people
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Old 12-03-2010, 07:01 PM
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Yeah thats what ive done, when its not needed its tucked behind the fog light cover, and when needed it can poke its tongue out at people
That is excellent!!

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quality lol,like it
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Old 12-03-2010, 08:57 PM
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Thats a very neat solution.
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Old 12-03-2010, 09:16 PM
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neat idea, was just chatting to Dukeboy about the same thing this afternoon as he's running a front mount without towing eye as well.

looks easy to tuck away behind the fog cover when not needed
still got mine so is not always the case
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Old 14-03-2010, 10:53 PM
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Well that tow strap came in useful today unfortunately as number 3 piston let go while at RAF Marham for the MLR 30-130
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Well that tow strap came in useful today unfortunately as number 3 piston let go while at RAF Marham for the MLR 30-130
Very sorry to hear that mate.

Did you get any runs in or did it go bang on the 1st run??
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Old 14-03-2010, 11:09 PM
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The first run, you think it would of let me get at least one time up on the board
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Old 15-03-2010, 10:35 AM
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From No1 Lab to our favourite pilot:

This is very sad news.

The Boffins in No 1 Lab were all weeping today when they heard the news, especially as you were in the very early stages of the mission!! All experiments have been put on hold as a mark of respect.

Our "tests" have confirmed that the towing strap was in no way a supporting factor in your mishap, and we know that your superb wagon will rise again to feature in the annals of Squadron history.

We look forward to it's return to operational status!!

Posted on behalf of all the Boffins!!
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Old 15-03-2010, 01:02 PM
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Maybe a long shot but does anyone have a bore scope that they could lend me (or do it for me so they know what they are looking at) so i can see what damage has been done to my engine before i decide what to do next

Thanks
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Old 15-03-2010, 01:27 PM
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Wagon down old chap, damn upsetting news what! Precipitation is occurring into my coco
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Maybe a long shot but does anyone have a bore scope that they could lend me (or do it for me so they know what they are looking at) so i can see what damage has been done to my engine before i decide what to do next

Thanks
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How did you diagnose it was No.3 so quickly ?
Disconnect the injectors in turn to see which one stops rattling ??
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Old 15-03-2010, 09:06 PM
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How did you diagnose it was No.3 so quickly ?
Disconnect the injectors in turn to see which one stops rattling ??
No tip on the spark plug that came out of that cylinder and when we did a compression test there was NO compression
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Nooooooo!!!!!!!

exactly...dont do it. Talk to chris on how to get it sorted on a decent budget!
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Old 21-03-2010, 08:01 PM
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Drop it at mine and i'll tud the engine out
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Old 21-03-2010, 09:36 PM
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Cars having the engine pulled out next week so should hopefully find out the extent of the damage
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Could always have alook inside with a Borescope before you rip it apart to get an idea of damage.
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Old 24-03-2010, 09:43 PM
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Could always have alook inside with a Borescope before you rip it apart to get an idea of damage.
I borrowed one from Paul at Zen but wasn't able to see much, its gonna have to come out anyway
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Got my spark plugs back from NGK today after they examined them to find out why one should break up

There conclusions were that it was caused by severe overheating and that is was down to abnormal combustion

Abnormal Combustion
Abnormal combustion reasons include ignition timing related problems, oil entering the combustion chamber, leaking fuel injector or spray pattern etc

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So is the engine fooked or not ??

Or is it just the spark plug.?

I supose the 6,000,000 $ question is: any ideas what caused this?
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So is the engine fooked or not ??

Or is it just the spark plug.?

I supose the 6,000,000 $ question is: any ideas what caused this?
Engine is coming out tomorrow
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Well got the engine out today (a big THANK YOU to C.J. & Eureka) and i'm afraid its bad news think i will let the photos do the talking





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Ouch...still a 2.1 from lateral is relatively cheap good for 500bhp!
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I know nothing about engines and mechanics.

Can the one piston not be replaced and the cylinder be rebored if nesesary?

Presumably its not as easy as that.?

Sorry its bad news Granby.
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Mmmmmmmm not good mate. Thats worse than Worzels . Good luck with the repair mate. Dont sell it though
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Squadron flag will be at half-mast for the whole of the easter weekend !!

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Number 3 piston

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