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by tomcat
Tue Apr 16, 2024 3:45 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 138
Views: 53258

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

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'Final' fix of the Volvo pump. Some paint as well.
by tomcat
Sat Apr 13, 2024 1:14 pm
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: My SJ410QB
Replies: 3
Views: 6919

Re: My SJ410QB

Hi there.
Any pictures at all?
by tomcat
Sat Apr 13, 2024 9:45 am
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 138
Views: 53258

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

First trial fix still retaining jack position. End bracing still to go in.
Some tweaking needed but in principle it works OK.
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Some tweaking and pump in position. :thumbup:
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by tomcat
Fri Apr 12, 2024 4:27 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 138
Views: 53258

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

Obtained a WFM bracket / box for the Volvo electric pump. Been measuring / sketching and 'may' have a solution. More later.
Have purchased a set of the rubber anti-vibration bushes as well.
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by tomcat
Thu Apr 11, 2024 3:51 pm
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 138
Views: 53258

Re: 1991 Santana Samurai

My next "design" exercise is to mount the Volvo electric power steering pump.Suitable location is adjacent to the jack platform.
Paper and pencil at the ready will take measurements and see what I can come up with!! :?: :er: :er:
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by tomcat
Wed Apr 10, 2024 10:51 pm
Forum: New members
Topic: New sj410 member
Replies: 4
Views: 5676

Re: New sj410 member

Welcome from one Tom to another.
:welcome: :thumbup:
by tomcat
Wed Apr 10, 2024 10:32 am
Forum: Builds and Projects
Topic: 1991 Santana Samurai
Replies: 138
Views: 53258

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: 2510

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: 138
Views: 53258

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: 138
Views: 53258

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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