The engine starts!- Wooden boat restoration - Boat Refit - Travels With Geordie #87

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This week I finally get the engine running in the ongoing boat refit of MV Zephyrus. It was so exciting to get the engine started.
But the's a setback.
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Travels With Geordie. A weekly video series about wooden boat restoration and liveaboard life for Peter Knowles and his dog, Geordie.
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Some viewers may be interested in some previous videos about Land Rovers. They're at my previous channel, Riverport Rovers.
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Here is the build series about my truck. A rather modified Series II Land Rover.
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I rather silly build and road trip to the famous Land Rover Winter Romp in Maine.
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A slightly less silly road trip to Cape Breton that does involve painting flames on a Land Rover.
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The series that started it all. A crazy plan to build a Land Rover in one day from assorted bits lying around.
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There's a few other videos that might be of interest at Riverport Rovers including the beginning of a Boler trailer refit.
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@kenschoenfelder6260 5 лет назад

Peter just wanted to say what a wonderful thing your videos are. I stumbled upon them when looking at cabin rebuilding on wooden boats and have made my way through them all this week. I'm working on a 1959 Owens 35' major overhaul in Campbell River and have to say this has really got me excited and inspired to get back at it . Keep up the great work looking forward to weekly videos.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks so much Ken. It's a lot of fun. Get a channel going of your refit!

@peteharrison9816 5 лет назад

Nice work your getting closer

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Pete. Yes, and then start all over on mine!

@stoffa 5 лет назад

I had a "first crank experience" about 50 years ago with my very very sceptical father watching - what a buzz. Well done Peter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Cool, extra points for sceptical father success.

@kevinstonerock3158 4 года назад

Something you might consider for your hacked mounting timbers is to use metal cross members that attach to each side and actually strengthen each beam. Each can have a Vee to help with engine clearance. Unless you can fabricate them from stainless steel which may be expensive you might be able to make them from other non corrosive metal. You have to be thorough in your preparation for that to happen. High fives to you!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 года назад

Woo Hoo Kevin! You're going to like what's coming!

@garyfairbrother5532 5 лет назад

Couldn’t be happier for the successful start-up. A well deserved reward for a thorough, labor intensive re-power project. Got my shirt, thanks again!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Hi Gary! Thanks again. Glad you got it. Cheers.

@wcameron1985 5 лет назад

Great work Peter. There is nothing better than going thru an engine rebuild and and seeing all your work come together in the first seconds of the first crank. Shows leaps and bounds to your mechanical abilities.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks William, but I can't take much credit. It's not a rebuild just a good runner.

@davidponton9854 5 лет назад

Well done that man!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks David

@rich40701 5 лет назад

Your truck is awesome!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Rich.

@DadBuilds 5 лет назад

Pretty exciting moment in such a huge project. The look on your face was priceless when she fired!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, yeah I guess I was pretty excited.

@HenauderTitzauf 5 лет назад

They do make handles for those taps and dies, and it really does make that kind of work easier. But I admire your tenacity in rebuilding this boat. It surely be a great looking boat. Great informative video, thanks for sharing.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, Yes, I have all the handles, in fact the tap is in the handle here just not using the T bar I like the control I get using like a screwdriver.

@shaddec55 4 года назад

So awesome it started FIRST CRANK!!! A great victory with the fairly huge disappointment of the heat exchanger. Rock on!

@loloaqici82qb4ipp 5 лет назад

What a great feeling when you discover your favorite RU-vidr has a back catalogue on yet more subjects.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, I'm flattered, thanks.

@freshlysquosen 5 лет назад

Use a ziptie around rubber hose as a guide for a nice flat cut.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Good tip!

@richardball8528 5 лет назад

Awesome..... glad it started so quick.... and ahhhh the chain vise grip. So many uses..... just watch for the rust

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Richard, heh, yes, my old one seised right up from neglect.

@gordonkinslow8385 5 лет назад

Another great video. Love the rover too.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Gordon.

@runesteinsnnkristoffersen5641 5 лет назад

I have said it before : (old) Land Rover`s and (old) boats , what a mix :-) Keep up !

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, Is there a more perfect combination?

@LawnGone 5 лет назад

Couldn't hit the button fast enough! The sweet sound of a perkins diesel on a sunday morning? Count me in!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Ahhh, there will be lots more

@geoffreybartlett9293 3 года назад

Pipe thread parts are awesome. There are also cast iron weld in 45, 90 deg used with hose couplings or tack/weld.

@rmojo23 5 лет назад

Great work!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks

@andypaine7489 5 лет назад

Great link to your Land Rover rebuild. Lost the whole morning binge watching the entire series.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Yikes, sorry Andy. Glad you enjoyed though.

@53Peterbilt 5 лет назад

It's ALIVE!!! Woo-Hooooo!!!! Nice job Peter!! Onward & Upward. Keep these coming, brother!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks again

@patrickjernigan1025 5 лет назад

Far out man first crank nice job Peter glad your workin it out with the heat exchanger to bad the original one was fouled up hope both boats aren't to much of a challenge for one man but it keeps you busy!!$$!!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Patrick. It's all good, I like a challenge.

@pathanson6064 5 лет назад

I like the intro and your positive attitude in the face of a setback. Great work!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks again Pat.

@wombat211192 5 лет назад

Excellent work Peter. The satisfaction of when somthing works first time is like a being a kid on Christmas morning opening presents 😁

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Greg, Isn't it!

@trinescape 5 лет назад

congrats on engine firing first go ! its a great feeling when you pull something down ,rebuild and it works first go big thumbs up !!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, but I can't take much credit. It's not a rebuid, just a good runner carefully refitted.

@seanschaefer5233 4 года назад

"It started first time people!!" Great quote. New to the channel and really enjoying it!! Cheers, from Hershey Pa.

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 года назад

Thanks Sean

@georgelambertson300 5 лет назад

Peter, obviously after all the effort you had to over come that first crank was music to your ears well done sir and thank you for the great content the vlogs are enjoyable..

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks so much George.

@jayjardine881 5 лет назад

Wow first crank. unbelievable!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

It was great

@CAOHnutrition 5 лет назад

lol I enjoyed the first crank!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, me too!

@jhudds67 5 лет назад

Great work Peter, I know how satisfying it is to get a win with the engine starting on the first crank! Good job!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Jeffrey

@markbrittell2001 5 лет назад

Congrats well done Peter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thank you Mark

@rstevep9413 5 лет назад

good movie

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thank you Perry.

@seancostello7070 5 лет назад

I look forward to your videos every Sunday. Gives me motivation. Can’t wait till the spring when I can start on my Chris Craft.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

That's kine Sean, thanks. Good luck in the spring

@russcrosby 5 лет назад

Congrats on the start up - Motivating

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, sure is!

@jamesbrannon5394 5 лет назад

That’s pretty awesome it started up so easy ! I’ve been around diesel trucks all my life and never had one start like that !!! Keep up the good work I enjoy watching 👍🏻

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks James, yes, pretty lucky.

@bobvjr 5 лет назад

Woohoo!!! First crank was awesome!!! Nice job Peter. Engine looks and sounds great. Swap out that heat exchanger and you'll be all set. Keep those videos coming!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Bob, that's the plan.

@gagmewithaspoon 5 лет назад

@15:22 FYI, ABYC standards requires 2 clamps for both Exhaust and Fuel lines. Even tough you are using those wide Kodiak clamps. Wink Wink... ;-) Not sure if you know... You can get a corrugated version of that Hardwall Wet Exhaust hose which bends really easy. More money however... ;-)

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Benoit, didn't know about double exhaust clamps.

@wilber504 5 лет назад

AWESOME!!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Adam

@robjohnson2649 5 лет назад

Great job, first crank. Outstanding 😃

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Rob, such fun

@tophercoy8471 5 лет назад

Nicely done Peter! I know the "first crank" feeling very well!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Christopher, great isn't it.

@christianpalm2622 5 лет назад

Awesome! Sunday morning, hot tea, breakfast and new video from you... Couldn't get any better today... :)

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Christian, that's very kind.

@christianpalm2622 5 лет назад

@@TravelsWithGeordie You're welcome, Peter. Still owe you a picture with the tee on... :) AND: I commented this before watching the whole video, so here and now some big congrats to you. Awesome job and such a joyful end ;)

@t.tarkowski6653 5 лет назад

Motors that start are always better than the alternative!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Most assuredly Tom!

@SteakLover001 5 лет назад

Finally getting back and getting to catch up with the videos. Looks as if it is coming along nicely!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Hope you're enjoying.

@sjp52047 5 лет назад

First starts are exciting, but I always considered subsequent starts equally important...that said, hoo ray!!!! Way to go buddy!!! Regards, Solomon

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Solomon. True, I hope it starts that easily for decades to come.

@patrickjernigan1025 5 лет назад

Lovely day still hoping for that T Shirt!!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Hi Patrick. Hope your name comes up.

@johntripp2028 5 лет назад

Good job on the start.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Was lucky

@duffjolly8745 5 лет назад

I feel your enthusiasm!!!!! Cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Duff.

@gchapman768 5 лет назад

Dude ! u r awesome , nice job !!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, thanks!

@siriuslee9615 5 лет назад

Every boater know's that's a wonderful sound especially when you have been working so long and hard and spending so much money on the boat that you love GREAT NEWS❗️GOOD FOR YOU❗️how is Geordie ? My little JRT just turned 80 yr's old yesterday (16) in dog yr's . Nov. 24 2018 👍🏼🎂😃⚓️⛵️🌴🐠🌺greeting's from the Sunshine State . What a sweet sound ❗️my rig isn't running right now 😤h

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, and happy birthday to your pup.Gotta get yours running!

@williamaiken2736 5 лет назад

Congrats on the first crank start. It's a rush when after all you go through to put the engine back together and then have it start on the first try. Even with the exchanger issue, it's still a good thing as you know it will run. Looking forward to the sea trial. and then getting your boat shipshape.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks William. Yes, really satisfying. Cant wait to try mine!

@BergeThomas 5 лет назад

Always great when it starts without any fuzz. To bad the heat exchanger was leaking. I have a local supplier for Fluid Film. I bought a small test bottle some years ago. And after seeing how good it was I have been using it for everything. My Land Rovers get it sprayed everywhere. It stops rust and loosen bolts. Just dragged home a 19 liter bucket😆

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Hah! 19 liters!You're set for life!

@bobahlberg6360 5 лет назад

there's a first time for anything !! right on peter

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Bob.

@bobahlberg6360 5 лет назад

FairWinds Peter @@TravelsWithGeordie

@dneuman7455 4 года назад

That's really quite a big job doing and engine refit rebuild.

@johnobiro5202 4 года назад

Just found your Blogs. Watched a few. So going to work my way through them. Really enjoying them. You seem a Great Guy.

@patrickjernigan1025 5 лет назад

Well Peter it started first crank im happy for you hope you've found a heat exchanger for your boat bye now sail on sailor!!! And Cheers!!!

@gking5522 5 лет назад

peter, take heat exchanger core to a radiator repair shop. They can fix it much cheaper than a replacement. SV Intuition

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, that's a great point. I did just that and ordered all new seals and gaskets. Looks promising.

@markduncker9117 5 лет назад

Congrats, I hope when you finish you replace the fresh water with engine coolant. I also had that happy moment when placing my first engine. Well done.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Mark, yes as soon as everything works properly it'll get proper coolant.

@guy.h 5 лет назад

Congrats on the start - it sounded sweet as well. Those Perkins are easy to bleed. I had a 4203 in my SIII landy, they self-bleed from the injector leak-off pipes. Shame about the heat exchanger, will follow that repair/replacement with interest

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Yes, really not too tough as long as you can pump the lift pump until there are no more bubbles in the return

@marshallmaclean3554 5 лет назад

Well done!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thank you Marshall

@wanttoplae 5 лет назад

I want to be on your tribe when the zombie apocalypse happens because damn you can fix, jury-rig anything, and think on your feet. Another awesome video!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Craig. I've been told that. there is a downside. Jury rigging can become semi permanent.....

@boatingboy5337 5 лет назад

Great first start. Heat exchanger is a pain. I've used a product called "stag" on exhaust systems with good results. I know some will think it to be old school but it works well. Not sure if you can get it in BC. Keep up the videos.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, something to look into.

@rich40701 5 лет назад

XL Peter!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Great, I hope your name comes up

@edwardheisterkamp7196 5 лет назад

Woohoo - good job! That was more than luck - a testament to your hard work and skill.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Edward, but I can't take too much credit. After all I didn't really do any actual work to the engine, just ancillaries. But taking care with a good engine one can expect good results.

@controlcycles8543 5 лет назад

Nice work!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thank you.

@richardbell7955 5 лет назад

Great stuff Know how you feel.. my 4.236 sat still in my garage for five years and then the first crank startup after installation Wow how lucky are we More engine vids, luv the perkins

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Wow, yes, love these engines. Thanks Richard.

@Tea-Transport 5 лет назад

Love a first start up got my lambretta started today yea

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Yay, well done!

@donjohnson5307 5 лет назад

Nice work, side exahust is nice so you can do a quick look and make sure that u got cooling water. Also great tip on the hose with spray film. Try cutting the hose with a hacksaw then cutting the wire with a rigging cutter.( Wire rope cable cutter) I worked on a sail boat that had a exhaust that had a 3 inch ss. valve, old classic sailboat. Nice bled job never bled a engine that way always cracked the injectors. Easiest on I did was on a 671.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Don, yes hacksaw is easier I suppose, just dodging the wires. Heh, I had intended to bleed at the injectors, didn't expect it to start!

@danacoyle1826 5 лет назад

Great job Peter motor sounds good. The energy you have for the work amazes me. I guess I'm just getting old. time to fire yours up good luck with both boats. The Music and I are in south South Carolina now headed to Savannah as quick as we can it's time to do some open water sailing. time for a beer cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks again Dana. I guess I just enjoy it so much. My engine will have to wait a bit though. Spring likely. Good luck and fair winds.

@todddunn945 5 лет назад

Wow Peter. My brand new diesel didn't start that easily the first time. I took a look at your rover channel. You have mellowed.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, perhaps less shenanigans these days.

@genefoster7238 5 лет назад

First crank awsome

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Great Fun!

@christopherberry9496 5 лет назад

Thanks for the Landy mention! You could probably get in to needlework and I'd probably still watch. Not sure what that says about me. Thanks!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Christopher, off to the craft store I go..........not...

@gmay48 5 лет назад

nice sound.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Oh Yeah!!

@kamujian 5 лет назад

ooh an earlier than usual upload, thank you for the Sunday afternoon session on the boat and another RU-vid channel to binge watch and Instagram account to follow. your becoming a regular social media Czar and influencer keep up the good work mate, hoisting a cold beverage for you from sydney

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks so much and cheers!

@timfrench9391 5 лет назад

First crank is an excellent start- congrats. The rest should be routine. Looking forward to your boats first crank. You kinda raised expectations now...😂

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Tim. Well I'm not as confident. my engine was the lesser of the pair.

@bigunone 5 лет назад

First crank! I have seen freshly built engines take more time to start

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

A tribute to the Perkins!

@jrcrawford4 5 лет назад

Bummer about the heat exchanger but -- wow! -- first crank! "Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the engine room...."

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

It'll all get sorted out.

@rogermace4516 5 лет назад

Well done what a BuZZ having it start first go YiPeeeeeeeeeeeeee now I have to check out your Landy vids as I have had 3 land rovers and want another... Take care

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Roger, hope you enjoy.

@raymondpomfret4214 5 лет назад

Try Lansing marine in UK their very good for Perkins parts , I've got a 4107 Perkins in my boat and I needed a new freshwater pump ,and I thought I'd have no chance and when I rang them the guy said yes we have them on the shelf !!!!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Raymond, I will. Ordering English parts to Canada via America isn't working too well.

@jerryh9770 5 лет назад

He is still hammering with his hands. His Dr said that was a no no.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Jeez you're right Jerry. Gotta stop that. Hands are a mess these days.

@jerryh9770 5 лет назад

@@TravelsWithGeordie I do it too. It's hard not to sometimes.

@wontee2 5 лет назад

I fitted an exchange engine in an Iveco van once. A pukka Iveco motor and very little needed to be swapped from one engine to the other, new fuel filters etc already installed. Got everything done, time for the first spin. It started instantly, and I immediately switched off thinking something was wrong. I didn't know at the time that Iveco delivered then as a running engine.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Cool, I suppose with a diesel that's reasonable.

@wornoutwrench8128 5 лет назад

I had just installed a brand new engine into a machine that I was rebuilding. I had it to the point where it was time to start. This was a complete rebuild we were doing, every last nut and bolt out, all new hydraulics, hoses everything. I just wanted to bump the engine over once or twice, just to see if there was any leaks or other issues. Hit the key to bump the engine over and away it went. Pretty much scared the hell out of me, but once the shock wore off, a good feeling. The next machine, not so good. Had Detroit Diesel on the way to see why the new engine would not start. Gave it one more try and away it went. You win some, you lose some..

@nobblynobody 5 лет назад

but instead you just wandered off and did something else?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Sounds like you won both times, just slightly delayed.

@z_actual 5 лет назад

the opening via Land Rover Soon to appear on RU-vid. A person across the road observing you having a conversation with the invisible person next to you. Nice easy start, first sign of a good engine .. have a good one

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, heh, that would be funny

@ianadkins471 5 лет назад

Gotta love that first crank/fire rush and knowing that you are keeping history alive! I had the same jubilation when I took an old 1970 Moto Guzzi I found in a barn, rebuilt it and had it fire on the first crank! Congrats! Those darn water exchangers. It is something that is on my watch out for list as I seek my old Grand Banks project. Have you thought about 3D printing one or do you think you can adapt something from a newer exchanger? Looking forward to your next vid

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Ian, I think everything will work out fine. Just money.....

@yeababyyea123456 5 лет назад

I Think you are so cool and you schould have 10000 subs.. best of luck, markus from sweden.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Markus, someday perhaps.

@MrThathurt1 5 лет назад

told you they are great engines.you can get all the parts you need from lancing marine uk. loads of 4236m still in the uk. also check out vetus goose necks . well done keep up the great work.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Cameron. Heh, yes, have an order in for some bits right now. Easy to find and reasonable.

@rodneygoubert4366 4 года назад

Great job Peter I knew it would start on the first crack Ha ha shame about the heat exchanger :-)

@patrickjernigan1025 4 года назад

Hey Peter at the beginning of this video you were driving the Landy and I noticed that your steering wheel had a lot of slack in it either it needs tie rod ends and bushings replaced or some slack taken out on the adjuster of your steering gear sloppy steering is not good for the old Land Rover have a good day and cheers

@Bikerbob59 5 лет назад

Nice. Why are boats so addictive. Because they give us so many chances for victories.lol

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks, yes gotta love (wooden) boats.

@skwyrz1 5 лет назад

Yahoo she's a runner.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, thank god eh?

@dieselram05 5 лет назад

As quick as that started, a sure sign compression is excellent. Have you checked trans Atlantic diesel for a replacement heat exchanger?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, yes I have.....wait for it....$1300 US!

@jimmy66119 5 лет назад

Good old Perkins I brought a yacht that was sitting for 9 years and i thort i would see if it turned over but it started on the first compression i wasnt ready for that

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Great motors eh!

@SailingWithVampires 5 лет назад

Found you on Instagram 👍🏼 Huge boat community on there. You’ll build followers there quick!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Cool, I'm not terribly Instasavvy. Should be easy enough though.

@rbrtcrowther 5 лет назад

Course it started first crank.... it's made in England 😉... In Peterborough about 20 miles from me

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Heh, so true, Like my Rover too, over in Birmingham.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Hello Robert, You’re this week’s recipient of a Travel With Geordie T shirt. Please forgive it being so late, I've been swamped.If you send me your shirt size and a shipping address to swag@travelswithgeordie.com I'll send it off.

@rbrtcrowther 5 лет назад

@@TravelsWithGeordie I am honoured sir... you have just made my day☺

@MrCrabbing 5 лет назад

Nice one, sounds great too shame about the tube stack, I had mine repaired by a radiator specialist I suppose the ones in the six cylinders were different

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

I've taken the tube stack from my engine to a rad shop. Fingers crossed.

@cambo1200 5 лет назад

First crank!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Cool eh!?!

@xXBocephusXx 5 лет назад

Bummer on the heat exchanger! It's always so disappointing when something like that halts a project. Engine starting on the first crank is awesome though!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

It'll all work out. Just time and money.

@janandkeithdenton1740 4 года назад

Peter, It s a Perkins what else did you expect you could have flicked the prop and it would have started well done , but you are a better chippie than a mechanic. lol

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 года назад

heh, no doubt it’s a sweet engine.

@finnsailing69 5 лет назад

nice landrover! i want a pickup too, but i can´t have because no seats for kids, and the truckbed is too cold in winter for kids ;D

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Ahh, but I have a full length roof as well......

@tomhutchins1046 5 лет назад

Probably to late but you want that aftermarket elbow lower than the manifold by having it at that angle your real close to water backing up

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

Thanks Tom, good point, It is somthing I gave some thought, Perhaps it's not easy to see but the final angle was quite low. I'm feeling pretty good about it.

@reallybuddy3259 5 лет назад

now in second thought the pipe connector you have adapting the two together has no cooling and its an angle near the manifold which could build up heat? wood boat glowing heat = bad. I have made up adapters for boat manifolds a section of mandrel bent stainless inside a larger section of mandrel bent stainless with a simple 4 bolt flange and a water fitting . That way its all cooled and you can extend the inner tube a foot or so down the exhaust to guarantee no backup. Also flows much better on the exhaust with only 87 hp you cant afford to lose to many.

@tomhutchins1046 5 лет назад

Oops used the wrong ID to respond sorry about the confusion

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 лет назад

That sounds like a splendid fabrication. Sadly, that sort of bling is far beyond my budget. I'll be wrapping the uncooled section in heat wrap and a heat shield. Should be ok.Thanks for the splendid idea though.

@tomhutchins1046 5 лет назад

Actually its fairly cheap but does require some welding. Heat wrap is not for long term use especially in a moist environment. I have seen heat wrapped headers crumble when used on the street. It holds the heat in and cooks the carbon out of the steel . Also soaks up moister. True would take longer on a pipe fitting but still a problem . A U shaped heat shield spaced up away from the exhaust then some fiberglass insulation then a top U shaped shield would probably be the best way to protect the wood floor and maintain some airflow. Could also be used without the fiberglass Interesting project