That is indeed an ugley fix as the engine needs to be removed for that job. The leak is probably between sandwich plate and the block. Good luck
That is indeed an ugley fix as the engine needs to be removed for that job. The leak is probably between sandwich plate and the block. Good luck
Dr Gary (3rd September 2014)
Finally have the Patrol back: issue was a leak in the steel gasket between the front engine cover and the block. It is not possible to remove the cover unless you drop the sump. It is not possible to drop the sump unless you separate the engine from the gearbox (two studs in back of the sump inside the bell housing).
Finally just removed the engine and worked on it on the bench. Too much stuff in the timing gears etc to work in the engine bay.
We did discover serious coking in the inlet manifold, so now I am fitting a Provent. Dual Dawes with electric solenoid will follow.
What a nightmare !!!!
GU IV 2006; 3.0 DDi ST-S; Nissan Snorkel, Bull Bar and Tow Bar; Warn 8,000# Winch with Dyneema rope; Auber EGT, Boost and dual Battery gauges; Provent 200; Dual Batteries; Three Dogs recovery points; Rear Springs +20% load; Outback drawers and Cargo Barrier; UHF; [GPS, Radio, CD, Bluetooth, SD, USB] floor extension; Alloy roof rack
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Exactly correct--see my reply today.Originally Posted by Rumcajs
GU IV 2006; 3.0 DDi ST-S; Nissan Snorkel, Bull Bar and Tow Bar; Warn 8,000# Winch with Dyneema rope; Auber EGT, Boost and dual Battery gauges; Provent 200; Dual Batteries; Three Dogs recovery points; Rear Springs +20% load; Outback drawers and Cargo Barrier; UHF; [GPS, Radio, CD, Bluetooth, SD, USB] floor extension; Alloy roof rack
"Smart people know what they don't know"
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