Tighten of bolts and a clean up

AlexD333 · 24-05-2015, 19:50

So after some helpful tips from some members I decided to jack up the front and see what I could find, experiencing a knock on rare occasion whilst driving, usually on slight bend, not full lock.

Nothing appeared loose but much took a good tighten up and the two sets of front body mounts had a good turn too

I tightened up the top arm bolts either side, and the shock mounts too

Tightened up arbs too, not much though, I did tighten up the bolt underneath a lot!!!! Worth checking

Tree

Did a naughty and usd this block on top of my jack...

Rusty bash plate

Some love later

Banshee · 24-05-2015, 19:56

Hahahaha

You should change that section underneath your username to "Hammrite King"

Trucks looking solid though mate, fair play!!!!

AlexD333 · 24-05-2015, 20:02

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Originally Posted by Banshee

Hahahaha

You should change that section underneath your username to "Hammrite King"

Trucks looking solid though mate, fair play!!!!

Cheers buddy, I might just do that name now,

firebobby · 25-05-2015, 20:42

You numpty, using a soft thermal block as as jack stand

I hope the MRS has you well insured Alex

Terranical · 25-05-2015, 21:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlexD333

So after some helpful tips from some members I decided to jack up the front and see what I could find, experiencing a knock on rare occasion whilst driving, usually on slight bend, not full lock.

Nothing appeared loose but much took a good tighten up and the two sets of front body mounts had a good turn too

I tightened up the top arm bolts either side, and the shock mounts too

Tightened up arbs too, not much though, I did tighten up the bolt underneath a lot!!!! Worth checking

Tree

Did a naughty and usd this block on top of my jack...

Rusty bash plate

Some love later

Painted my bash plate yellow - does look rather fetching even if I do say so myself!

elty001 · 25-05-2015, 22:42

Mines been an array of colours

Silver, yellow, blue and now back to black.

Barrbeast · 25-05-2015, 22:58

Bash plate? What's that??

Removed mine when I did my lift as on the Trol the front prop passes through the guard and I was worried the prop might foul on it at articulation. The axle and all the other associated gubbins are in front of and lower than the sump anyway so it's very well protected.

Banshee · 25-05-2015, 22:59

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Originally Posted by Barrbeast

Bash plate? What's that??

Removed mine when I did my lift as on the Trol the front prop passes through the guard and I was worried the prop might foul on it at articulation. The axle and all the other associated gubbins are in front of and lower than the sump anyway so it's very well protected.

I also have binned mine

elty001 · 25-05-2015, 23:04

After the dints I have got in mine I left it on for piece of mind.
On the terrano it does leave the lower front end a bit exposed.

Sweety · 25-05-2015, 23:16

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Originally Posted by elty001

After the dints I have got in mine I left it on for piece of mind.
On the terrano it does leave the lower front end a bit exposed.

Often had to straighten the one up on my old truck with a big hammer where it curves for the bottom arms

AlexD333 · 25-05-2015, 23:37

Wouldn't bin mine as from.underneath you.can see beltz coolant hoses and sump. I'd rather perch myself on a rock with the guard than the sump

Banshee · 26-05-2015, 00:06

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Originally Posted by AlexD333

Wouldn't bin mine as from.underneath you.can see beltz coolant hoses and sump. I'd rather perch myself on a rock with the guard than the sump

Pussy

AlexD333 · 26-05-2015, 06:09

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Originally Posted by Banshee

Pussy

I guess when you have 3 spare sumps who cares eh

rustic · 26-05-2015, 06:20

Removing your bash plate is a bit like taking your hard hat off on site because things from above keep dropping on it.

I am amazed that the 6mm bolts that hold it on are strong enough.

I would think that the bash plate would help to reduce how much water is forced into the engine compartment when wading.

russell.huffer · 26-05-2015, 08:57

Unfortunatly the Patrol guards are made of plastic, not only does this mean they do not need hameriting but it also means they are junk, I ripped 2 out of 3 of mine off when I got stuck in a hole at a pay & play site and had to be towed out backwards. As already stated the main areas of concern are protected by the front axel but since loosing them my engine is covered in mud which is not good. When funds allow I will replace but at over £100 per plate I feel they are very expensive for what they are.

Kind regards

Russell.

24-05-2015, 19:50	#1
AlexD333 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Uk Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 2.7 TDI Posts: 7,847	Tighten of bolts and a clean up So after some helpful tips from some members I decided to jack up the front and see what I could find, experiencing a knock on rare occasion whilst driving, usually on slight bend, not full lock. Nothing appeared loose but much took a good tighten up and the two sets of front body mounts had a good turn too I tightened up the top arm bolts either side, and the shock mounts too Tightened up arbs too, not much though, I did tighten up the bolt underneath a lot!!!! Worth checking Tree Did a naughty and usd this block on top of my jack... Rusty bash plate Some love later

24-05-2015, 19:56	#2
Banshee Moderator Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: West Midlands Vehicle: 04 2.7 SWB Terrano II Van Posts: 13,526	Hahahaha You should change that section underneath your username to "Hammrite King" Trucks looking solid though mate, fair play!!!! __________________ Moderator 04' Terrano II SE 2.7 TDi SWB Commercial in Silver - Project Thread Toyo Open Country M/T 33's on 10J Steels, Super Strong Steering Job Navara D22 Snorkel, Front LOKKA, Maunal Hubs, EGR Blank TunitII ECU Chip, 3" Body Lift, 2" Suss Lift, Heat Exchanger Black Interior, 3.0 Borg&Beck Clutch, Eckes Heated Fuel Filter 99' Y61 Patrol GR SE 2.8 TD6 LWB in Blue/Silver - Project Thread Engine Transplant - In Progress!!!

26-05-2015, 06:20	#14
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	Removing your bash plate is a bit like taking your hard hat off on site because things from above keep dropping on it. I am amazed that the 6mm bolts that hold it on are strong enough. I would think that the bash plate would help to reduce how much water is forced into the engine compartment when wading. __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

25-05-2015, 20:42	#4
firebobby Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: South Bucks Vehicle: Terrano 3.0 SVE 2005 Posts: 3,499	You numpty, using a soft thermal block as as jack stand I hope the MRS has you well insured Alex

25-05-2015, 22:42	#6
elty001 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Aflreton,Derbyshire. Vehicle: 2000se+ 2.7tdi terrano II Posts: 6,831	Mines been an array of colours Silver, yellow, blue and now back to black.

25-05-2015, 22:58	#7
Barrbeast Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dundee, Scotland Vehicle: 1990 4.2 SWB Safari Posts: 2,615	Bash plate? What's that?? Removed mine when I did my lift as on the Trol the front prop passes through the guard and I was worried the prop might foul on it at articulation. The axle and all the other associated gubbins are in front of and lower than the sump anyway so it's very well protected.

25-05-2015, 23:04	#9
elty001 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Aflreton,Derbyshire. Vehicle: 2000se+ 2.7tdi terrano II Posts: 6,831	After the dints I have got in mine I left it on for piece of mind. On the terrano it does leave the lower front end a bit exposed.

25-05-2015, 23:37	#11
AlexD333 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Uk Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 2.7 TDI Posts: 7,847	Wouldn't bin mine as from.underneath you.can see beltz coolant hoses and sump. I'd rather perch myself on a rock with the guard than the sump

26-05-2015, 08:57	#15
russell.huffer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: South East Vehicle: Patrol 3.0 SVE Posts: 276	Unfortunatly the Patrol guards are made of plastic, not only does this mean they do not need hameriting but it also means they are junk, I ripped 2 out of 3 of mine off when I got stuck in a hole at a pay & play site and had to be towed out backwards. As already stated the main areas of concern are protected by the front axel but since loosing them my engine is covered in mud which is not good. When funds allow I will replace but at over £100 per plate I feel they are very expensive for what they are. Kind regards Russell.