Recent content by weealwyn

there was no taper to the pipe - just a very snug fit. Once it started moving with the slide hammer it came along pretty easily. going back in was much easy enough. Part of the delay in getting it done was how cautious i was with the amount of force to apply - not had a lot of experience of...

I managed to get it. The pipe sheared off after several attempts at 'walking' it out with plumbers pliers, but the hole left in the steel fitting allowed for a slide hammer to be used with an angled puller on it. Popped right out once this was done. Some collateral damage was caused though -a...

I’m in the midst of this today. Can I ask what a gimpy is? Assuming not a general purpose machine gun. Though I may be ready to reach for one. Have made good bit of space, dipstick tube may have moved a bit too much creating another issue later. Alwyn

Thanks Clive, Wings are gone at front edge under headlights and under the flares. Some small spots on inner guard also. More immediate jobs are a wheel stud replacement, wheel bearing and swivel hub seals. Then an aircon condenser in hopes that is the source of the gas leak. I will be...

Hi All, Your name: Alwyn (the Wee is ironic family nickname) Your Cruiser: 1996 80 Series Diesel Mods on your Cruiser: None at all Plans for your Cruiser: Light restoration of some rust issues and everyday use - future plans for family trips and some light off-roading. 4x4 Experience...