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by tomcat
Wed Apr 10, 2024 10:32 am
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Unboxed the new radiator. Will be fitting a power steering oil cooler to the radiator as well.
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by tomcat
Tue Apr 09, 2024 6:42 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Bracket fitting to Engine block
Replies: 4
Views: 832

Re: Bracket fitting to Engine block

If M10x1.25 doesn't seem to be the right fit, it's possible that you might need a different thread size. You could try checking the threading of the existing bolts or consulting a mechanic or hardware store for assistance. Alternatively, you might want to look into getting a thread gauge to accurat...
by tomcat
Tue Apr 09, 2024 6:40 am
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

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Trial fix for relay location.
by tomcat
Mon Apr 08, 2024 3:36 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Busy morning. Jimny steering box fitted, adjacent radiator support fitted with no clash.
Rockwatt inlet manifold fitted together with cooling hoses.
Fitting for relays trial fitted. Start made on replacing all fuel and brake lines.
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by tomcat
Mon Apr 08, 2024 3:05 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Samurai - Upgrade to Alternator Bracket
Replies: 0
Views: 1696

Samurai - Upgrade to Alternator Bracket

I am intending to upgrade the existing Alternator with an 80 amp version.
Bracket will require modification to ensure a fit.
Plan to remove one leg and move it inwards allowing some tolerance in dimensions.
Anyone had to do similar? All comments welcome. Thanks.
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by tomcat
Mon Apr 08, 2024 1:58 pm
Forum: SJ series Suspension and Steering
Topic: Power Steering Column modification
Replies: 0
Views: 2178

Power Steering Column modification

I have read that in order to shorten the column, having fittted a Jimny steering box, one has to drill out the 2 nylon plugs. Understand that should then allow movement up and down the column. Once optimum length is determined, what else needs to be undertaken? All comments appreciated. Thanks. 2024...
by tomcat
Sun Apr 07, 2024 3:36 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Bit more sorting out done.
1. Location of the Volvo electric pump. Ideally to keep power and hose lines short adjacent to the steering box. Does not seem to work at all. So on opposite side fixed to the jack position.
2. Tried preliminary position for auxiliary fuse box.
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by tomcat
Sun Apr 07, 2024 10:52 am
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

80 amp circuit breaker and oil catch tank positioned.
Before anyone asks the question a blue tank was delivered. Red would have been preferred.
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by tomcat
Sat Apr 06, 2024 3:04 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Bit more wiring done. New cable to starter. 50amp breaker connected into loom, replacing the previous owners 'modification', connection to battery prepared but not fitted as yet. Ignition block in place.
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by tomcat
Sat Apr 06, 2024 2:44 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 132
Views: 21434

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Some positive activity today. Decided to go with the Volvo electric power steering system with an oil cooler behind the radiator. Had purchased some connectors for the heavy duty cables which I fitted. Will be using an 80amp breaker in the circuit. Fitted a connector to the existing grey/blue wire o...