Sadly on the run today the Cap'n's horse pulled up early. Thanks to Dan for the instant diagnosis and to all of you for staying with me and Jo down to Trecastle. It was humbling to see you all hanging around waiting to see if we where OK. The AA man was late but it allowed us to have some top scoff in the pub. A special to Dave and Gem for bringing Jo home.

Sorry to the newbies, Sam, Brian and Pricey for a shortened run and I promise I WILL BE BACK SOON for another one.

The DEFI's where very accurate and gave the warning signs straight away (oil pressure) with the noise indicating an oil pump fault. The car owes me nothing, so I need to plan a way forward with Dan and Dean at Three Arches, who I am sure will spend my cash wisely when I find it down the back of the sofa .

 

You will be back before you know it fella

 

Oh crickey that's not good m8
Hope you get it sorted soon fella,andy's car is up in the three arches as we speak..

Well type lol....

 

Sorry to hear about that Ian.

If you need any engine parts give Advanced Autos in Bristol a ring and speak to Cath, tell her I put you onto them and give the best prices possible.

 

Or anything else I can help with just let me know.

 

Check the back of your sofa for loose change.

 

I found some coppers, fluff and a polo mint if they're any good to you.

I know from a run a couple of years back how bad things can go when they go wrong, chin up and look forward to getting her back on the road.

 

Gutted for you Ian, I know too well also how much these cats can try your parience on times.

Echoing ty's comments, if there's any way I can help you (my van has a tow hitch, or you need to lump anything big down to Cardiff) I will, I still owe you a big one for the fan rescue escapade!!

Failing that , just rob ty's engine when it's finally done, the amount he drives it it'll Probably be Christmas run next year before he realises!!! (love you really Ty)

Atb Ian
Rob

 

I had a great run up until everyone going their separate ways.

We carried on to Llandovery, Builth and Abergavenny.

Dean and Dan will sort you out! Good luck with it, hope its at the cheaper end of the spectrum!

 

Bit of a bugger that Ian but the car has served you well and these things happen so I'm sure you will be back very soon .

 

Sorry to hear you had a problem yesterday there Ian, hopefully now to repair will not be to bad in time and cost.... One bit of advice if I may suggest is not to get to carried away on the rebuild, it's easy from what I see adding uprated parts etc when maybe not necessary and the bill spirals, so keep focused and work to a plan drawn up before you start.

Simon

 

Ta all.
It's getting stripped out today. I am probably going for an API rebuild but to normal JDM Spec. They will get a call on Wednesday.

Depending on the damage the cost could be manageable or make my teeth itch! Short block, long block or a new engine. As I said the car owes me nothing and I owe nothing on it.

 

Oh S!!t that's not good, you've only just put the engine back in. Is there much damage to internals. You've put me right off buying another Scooby I'd cry my eyes out if I blew another one up.

 

**** happens just glad you were able to make a safe journey home(Could of been worse and gone whilst in France etc)

A few of us been in the same situation now, these cars do take a bit of a hammering and I would say they are just as reliable as other at this BHP level. I'm still shocked my old Blue one kept going strong, I sold it with 129K it then did some more miles for another 6 months before being sold to be broken where the engine went in another car.

API will sort it out, As said no need to go for uprated internals for the level of power your running or plan to do. I would suggest an API Uprated oil pump and thermostat though and if money can stretch one of there large oil catch can with sump return and a cosworth sump plate.

Also worth fitting a oil cooler, cheap enough and easy to fit yourself

 

Cpt,

Gem and I were happy to help yesterday after all the times that we needed help and you have been there.

As everyone as said if you need anything just shout and fingers crossed the car will be back on the road sooner rather than later and not leave your wallet to light.

 

I was really gutted for you yesterday Ian mate, hope it doesnt come to much in terms of cost, good luck with it!

 

Im sure there will be plenty of people out there to lend a hand Ian can't beat good old SWS spirit

 

Not good news you will come back stronger than ever i bet

 

Had a very informative talk with David from API who took time out to call me. I have been given an excellent option. Down to 3 A's for a chat then sort out option 1.

This is much easier than I thought.

 

Our David is happy to talk impreza's all day in his no bull**** approach.

 

That's great news Ian, looking forward to seeing the results

 

Thanks to everyone for the advice via PM, telephone and talking. I'll see how much is down the back of the sofa now and get cracking .

 

Sorry to hear the bad news about ur car Ian, hope its all sort soon and not too expensive!!

 

Come on Deano, it's a Scoob! You have been away toooo long . Thanks mate, fingers crossed.

 

sorry to here bout your car mate my car did the same thing mate & its up 3 arches still i hope hint hint it will dean of 3 arches whoo whoo

 

Gutted Ian but every cloud has a silver lining!

Been down this road years ago as you know, took me a month to decide what to do and who to do it. David ran me through all the options and the end result was peace of mind for the future and great reliability.

If your gonna spend money on maintainance you can spend a little more and get more bang for your buck! Don't go chasing pub talk figures go for drivability

Good luck mate

Si

 

Where have all these sensible people come from?

Thanks Si, two options now. Option 2 tomorrow.
See you soon. Gis' a ring about your tales of woe!

 

I think you're going for the best option Ian, I only wish I'd thought about my own predicament more and good down the same route as you.

I'm sure you'll be happy with the end result.

 

Sensible.....Nahhh

 

Just don't go mad like I did!!! Mind mine wasn't even broken when i did the engine build LOL