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    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

This is now up for sale due to not having the time or fitness (bad back) on a project, any interest please pm me
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 18-11-2015, 08:45 PM
    Thread: Engine swap help
Post: Engine swap help

Hi guys, I need someone within reasonable distance of ipswich to help with my engine swap, willing to pay well for time, pm me if anyone can help or knows someone else that can! Cheers
masterdave The Couch 2 991 25-10-2015, 03:51 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Well, one of the last pieces in the build I need is a 406 inlet, anyone know somebody selling one?
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 22-09-2015, 09:49 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

I hope it is! Should happily make the power I'm after, now to decide if I want a screamer pipe
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 14-09-2015, 05:58 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Well after much hassle a turbo is finally on the way, shall be running a 2056s
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 14-09-2015, 02:37 PM
    Thread: supercharger
Post: RE: supercharger

From a bit of research the m90s are capable of 20 psi, but I don't think it would be worth the hassle to get it. Cheers for info though guys
masterdave XUD Section 11 2,025 13-09-2015, 03:58 PM
    Thread: supercharger
Post: supercharger

Possibly expecting to get laughed at/slated here but if you don't ask you don't find stuff out. My question is: would it be feasible to scrap the turbo on my d turbo engine and use a positive displace...
masterdave XUD Section 11 2,025 12-09-2015, 07:13 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

I may need some, send me a pm. And turbo to go on will now be a 2256v instead of gt22, fun times :)
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 09-09-2015, 03:43 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Gt22 mate
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 06-09-2015, 08:40 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Now have the new engine, turbo is on the way, fuel pump is on the way soon, so getting there. Turbo is going to be relocated over the gearbox, and will have the setup made while the current engine is ...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 06-09-2015, 08:14 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Yep, engine with hdi rods and arp bolts is ready, I'm not aiming for 200bhp just yet, I'd like to see a healthy 170 with a bit of room left to play
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 03-09-2015, 09:48 AM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Pictures will be posted up as soon as possible. I need some advice from people though, I've decided I'm going to replace the turbo while the engine is out, and I need some advice on what turbo to go f...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 02-09-2015, 06:06 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

The fans will be going behind the radiator not in front, leaving loads of space for a nice big front mount [hr] And no idea on the roof, just randomly started working so making the most of it
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 01-09-2015, 05:32 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Well, roof is now working, and have aquired some twin fans for when I do the engine conversion
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 30-08-2015, 09:38 AM
    Thread: ipswich
Post: ipswich

Anyone mechanically minded on here from ipswich area? Or even essex or Norfolk?
masterdave The Couch 1 916 28-08-2015, 10:23 AM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Ok so here is a list of things that I'm currently aware are wrong with the car: Coolant leak Oil leak Exhaust manifold leakĀ  Brake judder, suspected warped discs Roof not working The first 3...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 26-08-2015, 04:26 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Where can forged rods be found?
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 25-08-2015, 01:06 PM
    Thread: Dr_Jekyll & Mr_Hyde Estate Project
Post: RE: Dr_Jekyll & Mr_Hyde Estate Project

Looks very very smart this, lot of love for these estates, I may have to aquire one when I decide to be sensible
masterdave 306 Projects 1,282 421,631 25-08-2015, 12:55 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

I've found an engine for sale with hdi rods, arp studs, and new bearings, and mls gasket. Then going for new turbo and front mount. I think that should see me there [hr] Want it reliable at that power...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 25-08-2015, 12:18 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Ok. I've had some opinions on this but would like to know everyone's thoughts, if I was aiming for 170 ish bhp, what would I need on the xud engine? Current plans are hdi rods and balanced crank [hr] ...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 25-08-2015, 08:17 AM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

Nobody is buying it lol. Plans currently are something along the lines of: rebuilt engine with upgraded rods, front mount, probably a new exhaust, and general restoration of the worn out bits. Lots of...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 23-08-2015, 04:44 PM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: RE: 306 cabby ORANGE

It's already reminding me how french it is with a broken roof and various other niggles, but love it all the same!
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 23-08-2015, 08:27 AM
    Thread: 306 cabby ORANGE
Post: 306 cabby ORANGE

Well, I am now the proud owner of the orange XUD cabby brought from this forum, and have big plans for it! I'll get some pictures up as soon as possible, although I imagine most people on here are mor...
masterdave 306 Projects 43 7,899 23-08-2015, 08:20 AM
    Thread: hey people
Post: RE: hey people

Still after a low mileage hdi if one comes up, cash waiting!
masterdave Newbies 5 1,194 15-08-2015, 05:14 PM
  Bug Thread: hey people
Post: hey people

Hi there guys, not actually a 306 owner yet but on the hunt for a good hdi, with hopes of turning into a bit of a monster. This is something I've wanted to do for years and now have the funds, on the ...
masterdave Newbies 5 1,194 19-07-2015, 04:39 PM