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    Thread: VNT turbo squeal (GT2260V)
Post: RE: VNT turbo squeal (GT2260V)

Sorted this yet? The exhaust manifold is stainless steel on the m57n engines. They're nearly always cracked a bit. So definitely check your manifold ? My turbo has minimal/no radial play, but a bit ...
n0v0s Technical 16 6,203 14-06-2018, 07:03 PM
    Thread: Brake servo
Post: Brake servo

Who's run without one? Is it bareable for a road car? Ideally, i'm looking to relocate the servo to the right side of bay. I think the 406/106 run like this, as does 206. Can't find much info on re...
n0v0s The Couch 2 582 12-03-2016, 10:27 PM
    Thread: The Racetractor. The End.
Post: RE: The Racetractor... As broken as me :(

..... :lmao: ... This project looks interesting, I'll have a proper read through in a bit. Hope you get it sorted soon!
n0v0s 306 Projects 3,803 1,000,085 08-03-2016, 09:55 PM
    Thread: Megane 230 R26 - detailing content
Post: RE: Megane 230 R26 - video content

Lovely r26 :) Don't all r26's come with lsd's? Or were they an optional extra even on these?
n0v0s Projects 69 27,863 07-03-2016, 07:28 PM
    Thread: 1.9 TD Bosch pump case
Post: 1.9 TD Bosch pump case

Hi, I'm after a good cheap pump case to rebuild my pump into. Literally just the bare carcass, I don't need the head or top.  Cheers
n0v0s Misc & Wanted 0 613 07-03-2016, 11:17 AM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: RE: Xud non-start

Although the solenoid was getting 12v feed, it turns out it wasn't activating the solenoid when in the pump. Dodgy connection. So I got a direct feed from the battery in the end. Xud style immobiliser...
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 07-03-2016, 11:11 AM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: RE: Xud non-start

My brain thawed. Removed solenoid - hey presto, got fuel coming through. Solenoid was stuck! Sorted
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 06-03-2016, 02:07 PM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: RE: Xud non-start

Yh I've got a 12v feed at the solenoid, its activating
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 05-03-2016, 08:11 PM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: RE: Xud non-start

Yh sounds good, belt hasn't slipped. Even so, the pump is turning and fuel should come out the pump delivery valves where I have removed the fuel lines from.
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 05-03-2016, 07:21 PM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: RE: Xud non-start

Hey, It's a Bosch
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 05-03-2016, 07:12 PM
    Thread: Xud non-start
Post: Xud non-start

So it's been sitting for over a year, but starts up instantly. Runs fine but brakes were siezed. So I went to drive it forward with the intention to get the brakes to unsieze. I applied some revs, but...
n0v0s XUD Section 10 1,867 05-03-2016, 06:44 PM
    Thread: friday and snowing
Post: RE: friday and snowing

Fri - revive 306 Sat - revive 306 Sun - revive 306
n0v0s The Couch 11 1,755 04-03-2016, 05:39 PM
    Thread: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion
Post: RE: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion

I recall there being a table of the different ratios for the Peugeot gearboxes somewhere, maybe 205 gti drivers forum? Can't seem to find it. Would be interesting to see the ratios for the Picasso ...
n0v0s TU Petrol Engines 10 7,626 03-03-2016, 01:19 AM
    Thread: Tu5jp4 potential
Post: Tu5jp4 potential

These 1.6 16v engines do seem to fly when they've had decent money spent on them, and the right modifications. Especially when super/turbocharged.  What I'd like to try determine as best as possible,...
n0v0s TU Petrol Engines 3 3,094 03-03-2016, 01:12 AM
    Thread: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion
Post: RE: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion

From brief pic comparison - i'd hazard a guess that the hub's may well be the same size (VERY reliable method I know). I'll measure up the hubs to check.  Although it's been parked up for over 5 ye...
n0v0s TU Petrol Engines 10 7,626 03-03-2016, 12:44 AM
    Thread: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion
Post: RE: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion

Thanks for that gents, very helpful! So I'd need; gti180 shifter/cable linkage set up, roughly £30 ebay Ew/dw driveshafts assuming same length/mounting position £50ish Be4 Gearbox; £80 206 ew...
n0v0s TU Petrol Engines 10 7,626 03-03-2016, 12:00 AM
    Thread: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion
Post: Tu5jp4 engine, be4 gearbox conversion

Hi, need some help from gearbox boffins... Car is a peugeot 206 with the 1.6 16v engine, fitted with the chocolate ma5 box. I want to swap the ma5 out for the stronger be4 box as found on Citroen P...
n0v0s TU Petrol Engines 10 7,626 02-03-2016, 10:10 PM
    Thread: Thrown any rods lately??
Post: RE: Thrown any rods lately??

Ruan Wrote: (02-03-2016, 05:49 PM) -- Oh general banter, smashing rods, laughing at people who've smashed rods - all usual stuff! How's things going with you!? -- Haha! Standard! I'm incredib...
n0v0s XUD Section 52 8,903 02-03-2016, 06:15 PM
    Thread: Thrown any rods lately??
Post: RE: Thrown any rods lately??

bashbarnard Wrote: (02-03-2016, 11:25 AM) -- n0v0s Wrote: (02-03-2016, 08:54 AM) -- What are you on about Bash!? The only appeal for owning an xud derv is their rod chucking ability. Love the anxiet...
n0v0s XUD Section 52 8,903 02-03-2016, 01:13 PM
    Thread: Thrown any rods lately??
Post: RE: Thrown any rods lately??

What are you on about Bash!? The only appeal for owning an xud derv is their rod chucking ability. Love the anxiety.
n0v0s XUD Section 52 8,903 02-03-2016, 08:54 AM
    Thread: Thrown any rods lately??
Post: RE: Thrown any rods lately??

I'm recommissioning the dturdbus. Its not been driven at all since the rebuild 3 years ago o.O .... I plan to get the turbo to actually fit without fouling the steering uj this time, wind the boost up...
n0v0s XUD Section 52 8,903 02-03-2016, 07:28 AM
    Thread: turbo gt2259s
Post: RE: turbo gt2259s

Good luck fitting it down the back!
n0v0s XUD Section 8 2,453 02-03-2016, 07:24 AM
    Thread: Newer Diesels...
Post: RE: Newer Diesels...

+1 for the 406! We used to have a mint 2.2hdi executive estate in the family. Amazingly comfortable ride and somehow managed to handle great. Quite peppy too with the 136odd bhp.
n0v0s The Couch 150 40,804 17-07-2014, 01:11 PM
    Thread: Fully Custom Peugeot HDi Remaps, £50!
Post: RE: Peugeot HDi Remaps, £50!

The 2.2cdti are edc16, I forget the exact variant. Not doubt JP could crack it if he hasn't already done so. If you're up for the 'challenge', my 330d is running a 3" decat and pretty much straigh...
n0v0s Parts 61 9,875 17-07-2014, 01:07 PM
    Thread: used engine oil as Fuel?
Post: RE: used engine oil as Fuel?

mix 10/20% petrol to the engine oil and leave it for a while. Most of the free carbon / sludge mix will drop out. Then filter... Will run fine and save the pump. However, Chances are you will be poiso...
n0v0s The Couch 20 2,864 04-02-2014, 05:07 PM