Simo's inherited 306 HDi

[simo2007]

Made some good progress this weekend, I'll write a description then let the pictures do the talking!

Managed to get the engine out long story cut short, had a few challenges along the way

- Bottom left hose on radiator was absolutely welded to the radiator, and once removed just fell apart, will need to source a new coolant pipe and radiator I think!

- White electrical plug that goes in behind the gearbox was a pain to unplug, had to do this whilst the engine was partially lifted out the engine bay.

- Air con compressor (getting rid of anyway), and alternator had to come out in order to get the engine over the cross-member.

- Perhaps the most frustrating thing I found was my engine stand doesn't go in between my engine hoist, so I'm having to do the work with the engine on the floor now! 

I think I'll make a post on the DW10 section regarding the cylinder head removal. If anyone has done this before, do you know what now needs to be done to remove it? I'm assuming all ancillaries off (fuel pipes, fuel pump, injectors etc.), and I'll need to lock the cam and flywheel to keep everything in time. 

I'm also going to whip the turbo off and check for shaft play, if there is any I'll get it off for refurbishing. 

And some pictures...