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my mog project
« on: February 10, 2014, 12:50:52 pm »
Not much to look at yet but watch this space :)
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« Reply #1 on: February 10, 2014, 01:47:32 pm »
Got a bit to do haven't you! On a positive note at least it's apart... One less thing to worry about. I can't wait for the progress pictures.
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« Reply #2 on: February 10, 2014, 11:23:00 pm »
well this evenings news update...... not quite going according to plan ......
good things on the list ....  All the gears / difflocks / brakes steering and suspension sweet :)
the engine fits the bay with reasonable clearance ( i am able to check the oil level from the drivers seat   )
all greased up and controls all good .

the bad points .....  o dear :(
the clutch from the series engine has a different spline than  the output shaft  .... bugger ! being a perkins engine removed and the fact the perkins goes straight in a series .
the bell housing adapter plate although useable with a little drilling only serves to push the pressure plate further away. just as well i guess because the pressure plate is too big and the output shaft isnt long enough .
made a quick call and found that a mate has a petrol mercedes and gonna see if a mog clutch from that will work , i have seen the price of a genuine clutch and that hurt a little from the usual 30 quid for a landy clutch . 180 for a new unit with thrust bearing and release fork sound right ?  might have to wait and tidy up the body and cab a bit and save up some cash , but am beginning to question if i should have gone for villagers offer of a mercedes engine in the first place???? gotta be honest though the economy and running costs of the lr lump really make it a good choice to live with . 9 pounds for a service kit must be cheaper than genuine parts .
should i restore this vehicle to an original form or make it an everyday work horse thats fun along the way ??? hmmm damn this unimog fever :)
atb kev
 
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« Reply #3 on: February 11, 2014, 08:38:43 am »
My opinion is that I would go Merc all the way for the engine and sell yours. Yes parts cost a little more to service perhaps, but the supply chain is fairly good as is the quality of the bits.

Even with the increased service cost, if you look at what you pay for fuel etc on a day to day basis then it's not so bad. It's a very small percentage of the overall outlay ;)
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« Reply #4 on: February 13, 2014, 07:23:27 pm »
Quote from: njc110381 on February 11, 2014, 08:38:43 am
My opinion is that I would go Merc all the way for the engine and sell yours. Yes parts cost a little more to service perhaps, but the supply chain is fairly good as is the quality of the bits.

*nod of approval* merc parts cost more, but they last longer.

the engine is still sat here :P
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« Reply #5 on: February 14, 2014, 12:49:46 pm »
Hmm starting to see a pattern forming here :) can you assure me the merc lump will go straight into a 404 ? And where is the engine located ? I would have to figure out cost of collection . Thx again kev
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« Reply #6 on: February 15, 2014, 12:53:12 pm »
they do fit the bell housing, but you need to get an adapter according to moose, because the m180 sits with an incline, so the om617 needs to sit more level.
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« Reply #7 on: February 15, 2014, 01:34:57 pm »
Ok Thank you for letting me know . I better go find some money:) will get back to you thx brian
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« Reply #8 on: February 19, 2014, 12:08:35 am »
Hello again to all . got a bit of a dilemma with regards to the exact model of mog i have . a friend of mine insists the cab could be off an older model ???? the only number i have found is ..... 06. 40411025 00 which i believe is the vin number for it . according to this document i found . looking at this cab is it possible to have non matching componants ? i will try to get a good pic of the cab itself also . ( hope it isnt upside down ) many thx in advance for any help Kev
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