So why are all my bolts breaking?
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Mudding
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So why are all my bolts breaking?
Is this a normal thing with the 4.0 engine?
Just swapping PAS pump and I got 3 already broke for that bracket.
And they are not breaking on removal, but on install, and not even 1 ft pound of torque applied yet. I was able to unscrew 2 from the block by hand after they broke, so 100% not overtightened.
But should I expect this with any basic repair?
I like my rover a lil less today.
Just swapping PAS pump and I got 3 already broke for that bracket.
And they are not breaking on removal, but on install, and not even 1 ft pound of torque applied yet. I was able to unscrew 2 from the block by hand after they broke, so 100% not overtightened.
But should I expect this with any basic repair?
I like my rover a lil less today.
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Sometimes good idea on older equipment to clean bolts very good with wire briush, and use a tap of the correct size to chase gunk out of the bolt hole. It also helps to light a big fire for the Rover gods, women dancing, fresh meat on the fire, and plenty of distilled spirits. If Murphy (of Murphy's Law) sees you are making too rapid a progress on your journey, sockets start to roll into hidden spaces, etc.
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Sometimes good idea on older equipment to clean bolts very good with wire briush, and use a tap of the correct size to chase gunk out of the bolt hole. It also helps to light a big fire for the Rover gods, women dancing, fresh meat on the fire, and plenty of distilled spirits. If Murphy (of Murphy's Law) sees you are making too rapid a progress on your journey, sockets start to roll into hidden spaces, etc.
Personally I take the time when I pull my bolts and screws to order new ones from McMaster at a higher quality. Generally speaking the factory never uses anything that is meant to last longer than the warranty; if even that. Anything that isn't stainless steel will be corroded and generally speaking Land Rover never used anything that I would consider better than required.
But most manufactures half *** a lot of parts. Very few do unfortunately.
So my point is, buy new hardware. McMaster has a great selection online or go to Grainger or Ace. What ever your local hardware store might be.
But most manufactures half *** a lot of parts. Very few do unfortunately.
So my point is, buy new hardware. McMaster has a great selection online or go to Grainger or Ace. What ever your local hardware store might be.
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Mudding
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The bolts looked beautiful, not even a second glance they were clean, no corrosion.
I put them in finger tight, and first easy twist with the socket and snap, I was certain the bracket had just popped on a hair.
So I am aligning with the rover, expect the unexpected.
I put them in finger tight, and first easy twist with the socket and snap, I was certain the bracket had just popped on a hair.
So I am aligning with the rover, expect the unexpected.
Mudding
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Sometimes good idea on older equipment to clean bolts very good with wire briush, and use a tap of the correct size to chase gunk out of the bolt hole. It also helps to light a big fire for the Rover gods, women dancing, fresh meat on the fire, and plenty of distilled spirits. If Murphy (of Murphy's Law) sees you are making too rapid a progress on your journey, sockets start to roll into hidden spaces, etc.
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Mudding
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Well after that frustrating incident with the bolts.
It all came back together fine.
My PAS Gasket repair is holding, steering works great.
The insanely loud squeal is gone and I can hear the motor finally.
Sounds like 40 or 50 of the lifters are chattering, a few hundred of the
push rods are tinking and all 16 cylinders must have exhaust leaks.
Well, not that bad but you get the point.
It all came back together fine.
My PAS Gasket repair is holding, steering works great.
The insanely loud squeal is gone and I can hear the motor finally.
Sounds like 40 or 50 of the lifters are chattering, a few hundred of the
push rods are tinking and all 16 cylinders must have exhaust leaks.
Well, not that bad but you get the point.