fair point ty -go on say it,the BEST PLACE FOR A JACK IS IN THE BOOT OF A CAR,i know i've heard it before
now then wheres me matches cos im gonna burn that damn bridge down
incidently i've peered inside a lot of busted engines and i've not seen a sheared con rod in a very very long time,thats just a little bit short of upside down and on fire,and a total pain in the *** if its a daily driver-nitemare fella

 

Well said Fella it's indeed a 'mare

 

Rich, would it be possible to call down with Simon at a time that suits you both to discuss this.

I'm happy for this to carry on Snet but I'd rather talk between the three of us. I'm sure that most reading this do not know all the facts and they are free to say what they like of me. But I would like this situation resolved so I can move on with my own project.

For those of you who have your opinion, I am talking to Simon about this and have never said no anything which is why its on here for all to see.

 

Just to clarify, there has been no finger pointing regarding the issues Rich found over the weekend. I cannot I don't think, state what has caused this failure but the pictures tell a story of what is or not there. I don't wish to make anyone look bad in this and hope that the story speaks for itself......What Rich found, is what Rich found............however unpalatable to some. P.S. Yes can meet up no problem

 

Text me a time and date and we'll head down to see the parts.

 

I have no problem with you coming over. I've only posted what I have found and ensured I remain neutral, it is what it is and the pictures reflect that. I've tried to stay off this thread for this very reason.

 

I know Rich and I thank you for the effort you have put in.
The pictures do indeed tell a story one which I'd like to discuss between the three of us. What the outcome will be will be posted on here for those that are interested.

See you soon.

 

Thanks to Rich D for dropping off the block this morning - great job Mate and big thanks to Rich E for going through some options with me earlier - look out a shopping list is coming !!

 

I'm glad Simon that things are moving along for you, I hope you'll be at Rallyday in your beast and not the Pug.

 

When's Rallyday?!

 

August the 18th

 

Plenty of time, no pressure.

 

That's a relief!

 

Cheers Tyron - some skimming and testing to carry out soon then parts finding

 

Theres an uprated 12mm oil pump for sale on here.

 

We need some relief !! I.m sure you'll be OK Rich - Noooo pressure

 

Where by ? any Water pumps too Mine was a 12mm but don't know if it's OK though.......

 

https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-par...m-oilpump.html

Above, it might be worth getting a full list though and I'll speak to Advanced and see if I can negotiate you a better price for the whole lot.

 

Ps I wouldn't reuse your oil pump looking at the broken rod and bearings will be shot as well plus the oil modine will be fcuked as well, definitely change the oil and water pumps - reuse Rich D's oil modine if you can but make sure it's 100% ok or it'll lead to problems.

 

Your old 12mm is on rich's engine. I was going to look at getting Simon's oil pump cleaned as it's only done 6k.

 

Rich, my old oil pump was the original one so I wouldn't reuse it and I wouldn't use Simon's again as with Taylor's engine rebuild you only need a small amount of swarf to be retained in the pump and it's rebuild time here we come.

Can anyone guarantee to get all the swarf out of the pump and modine?

 

Is there such a thing as an uprated water pump too ??

 

Mmmmmm Thank you Tyron

 

Fair play Ty, I don't say nice things to you very often but bugger me your one of the most helpful fellows in the welsh SeKtor, I'm sure you will be repaid in Subaru heaven one day on appraisal for your efforts. I think we should nickname Mother Teresa, you'll then be able to come out and wear l your women's clothes and no one
Will question your gheyness!! Well done.

And just to clarify, yes I have Imdeed been drinking!!

Rob

 

Well said Rob - and indeed Tyron is very helpful

 

Thanks Rob, those kind words mean the world to me.

 

Things are moving nicely si, read this after I pm'd you and Ty is taking sense about pump, it done a few miles on his before it went on mine so it would be sensible to replace it. Hope it all goes together ok and your up and running soon.

 

Great advice from Ty. Indeed I had to have my engine rebuilt again, due to a bit of metal swarf being missed when it was cleaned pre-rebuild, the antifriction coating was stripped from the oil pump and it lost oil pressure as a result and failed. New oil pump and modine is a fraction of the cost of a rebuild, so well worth it.

Hopefully Simon and Dylan can come to a satisfying conclusion as I know they are both tidy fella's and want to get to the bottom of it.

 

Thanks Taylor - I'll get the oil pump renewed I think - better safe than sorry, you had a nightmare there with yours !! probably do the water one too Everything will be fine in the end - no doubt

 

glad to see things going forward for you si good luck with it all