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Maries Gearbox change
« on: 16 February 2008, 23:20:47 »
here is the pictures of the gearbox change carried out today, still a few other jobs to do under the car before she comes off jacks and we can road test her. we had to stop due to it being dark. gutted as we were on a roll.

long hard day and i cant get the smell of ATF out my hair. my arms are aching already and james says he wont ache for a few days yet but hey start again in the morning! ill keep you all posted......







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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #1 on: 16 February 2008, 23:25:29 »
Very impressive, well done  :y :y :y

I've been putting off adjusting my handbrake, cause of the weather. Guess I haven't got an excuse anymore !.

Cheers Ken
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #2 on: 16 February 2008, 23:31:46 »
Great Work Chaps You must be mad as it was Mega Cold Today Brrrrrrr.

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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #3 on: 16 February 2008, 23:40:28 »
looks like a lot of work   :y :y
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #4 on: 16 February 2008, 23:42:32 »
did one last easter,you have my respect and sympathy :y
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« Reply #5 on: 16 February 2008, 23:43:38 »
 :o Jeeesh!.....you guys deserve bravery-medals working out in the cold today. :o
Can`t wait to see pics. of your Meega on the move again Marie! ;)

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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #6 on: 16 February 2008, 23:47:08 »
Good work, just one question, was there an explosion in your toolbox?  ;D
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #7 on: 16 February 2008, 23:47:18 »
how could you smile or was that you teeth chattering
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #8 on: 16 February 2008, 23:48:50 »
Yes, it has been a very productive day.

Started at about 1pm. By 6pm, we were pretty much done, all bar the ATF, Catalytic converter, and the snag we came across when the prop coupling wouldn't fit  ::)

So, quick trip to halfrauds, to get a deep reach 30mm socket. I then sorted out the prop coupling problems, while Marie set about removing the gearbox sumps.  (I don't think she appreciated my taunts about finding a thrust washer in the new gearbox sump ;D )

With the gearbox sumps cleaned out, re-fitted with an initial ATF fill, filter changed, and the prop happily connected, we set about fitting her brand new GM) cat converter. Bit of a pain, but got there between us.

We started her up and there is drive in forwards and reverse gears, so that's enough for tonight.

I must say, this is the first time I've been accompanied by lady under an omega with a hair full of ATF ;D

The hardest part I found in the whole job was getting the bolts through the flex plate into the torque converter, we used some good grease to hold the bolts in the sockets. The location of the access hole in the block on the X20XE is shocking, it is a really fiddly job, and if you drop a bolt you are completely stuffed. We had a good production  line though, I was swearing at the bolts while Marie was fighting against the compression strokes.. and eventually we got the six of them in :)

Jobs for tomorrow.

Re-check and rectify ATF level.

Fit different exhaust bracket on the gearbox to support the exhaust (this box came off a V6)

And that's all the under-car work done.

Following that, we are doing cambelt kit, aux belt, and water pump, and then a full and thorough service.

We did notice a manifold stud missing when the box was off, so we rectified this, and it's now silent from cold  8-)

We've had really good day at it, very productive all bar a couple of managable snags, and FANTASTIC weather for the job.

Tomorrow will be an easy leisurely day by comparison.

Am now sitting in Marie's living room, sinking some stella - Early start tomorrow  ::)

Oh... and I strongly recommend the axle stands we bought for this job, they are excellent !
« Last Edit: 16 February 2008, 23:51:31 by JamesV6CDX »
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #9 on: 17 February 2008, 00:04:34 »
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Yes, it has been a very productive day.

Started at about 1pm. By 6pm, we were pretty much done, all bar the ATF, Catalytic converter, and the snag we came across when the prop coupling wouldn't fit  ::)

So, quick trip to halfrauds, to get a deep reach 30mm socket. I then sorted out the prop coupling problems, while Marie set about removing the gearbox sumps.  (I don't think she appreciated my taunts about finding a thrust washer in the new gearbox sump ;D )

With the gearbox sumps cleaned out, re-fitted with an initial ATF fill, filter changed, and the prop happily connected, we set about fitting her brand new GM) cat converter. Bit of a pain, but got there between us.

We started her up and there is drive in forwards and reverse gears, so that's enough for tonight.

I must say, this is the first time I've been accompanied by lady under an omega with a hair full of ATF ;D

The hardest part I found in the whole job was getting the bolts through the flex plate into the torque converter, we used some good grease to hold the bolts in the sockets. The location of the access hole in the block on the X20XE is shocking, it is a really fiddly job, and if you drop a bolt you are completely stuffed. We had a good production  line though, I was swearing at the bolts while Marie was fighting against the compression strokes.. and eventually we got the six of them in :)

Jobs for tomorrow.

Re-check and rectify ATF level.

Fit different exhaust bracket on the gearbox to support the exhaust (this box came off a V6)

And that's all the under-car work done.

Following that, we are doing cambelt kit, aux belt, and water pump, and then a full and thorough service.

We did notice a manifold stud missing when the box was off, so we rectified this, and it's now silent from cold  8-)

We've had really good day at it, very productive all bar a couple of managable snags, and FANTASTIC weather for the job.

Tomorrow will be an easy leisurely day by comparison.

Am now sitting in Marie's living room, sinking some stella - Early start tomorrow  ::)

Oh... and I strongly recommend the axle stands we bought for this job, they are excellent !

i reckon thats a beer well earned for the both of you. According to a
car mechanics magazine that's meant to be a common problem(?) I've not heard anyone mention it before tho
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #10 on: 17 February 2008, 00:22:50 »
James , my friend, you're a class act, and a star, but sometimes, I wonder if we should have you sectioned and locked up in a padded cell for a few days to get some well earned enforced rest !

I think we might have to look at the Sintra as a Spring time project////    just to keep you on your toes with things that aren't Omegas...   but are familiar enough to be confident with.....  

it'll make a change from working out on the road/pavement as well...   :D


see you next weekend mate.,

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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #11 on: 17 February 2008, 07:47:43 »
wow, do you run on duracell or somthing you just seem to keep going and going......

Good job, sounds like you deserved that drink  :y

I keep puting doing mine off,what with the weather (and scared of making it worse) still got to be done sometime. If your in surrey any time soon your welcome to lend a hand ;D ;D ;D
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« Reply #12 on: 17 February 2008, 08:16:14 »
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Good work, just one question, was there an explosion in your toolbox?  ;D

that was james, ;D ;D nightmare ;D i coulnt find anything i think some how my tools have endded up in his box!!! well it was late when we finished.

oh and we are just waiting for the sun to roll round on the car and then were back to it! oh and its colder today then yesterday was!!!!
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« Reply #13 on: 17 February 2008, 08:17:49 »


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Good work, just one question, was there an explosion in your toolbox?  ;D

i think some how my tools have endded up in his box!!! well it was late when we finished.


Cheek... She put most of them there ;D
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Re: Maries Gearbox change
« Reply #14 on: 17 February 2008, 09:37:26 »
-6 in Stoke and gotta do some Punto brake pads, dreading it....  I think you guys are bl00dy brilliant..  Well Done :y :y :y :y


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