Dennis has spent the past week studying wiring diagrams to figure out how to match the electrical components of the diesel engine systems to the electrical wiring of the vehicle. A conversion process that requires step by step patience and attention to detail. It's not an easy job to decipher wiring diagrams and match it to the components on the vehicle. Well done Dennis!
Peter completed the conversion of the power steering hoses and reservoir and has been working this week on replacing the front brakes with new components and servicing the wheel bearings and axles. Meticulous cleaning and fitting of components and gobs of grease in the right places makes for a job well done! Good work Peter!
Jonathan took on the task of engine maintenance, which involved replacing the timing belt, accessory belts, glow plugs, replacing heater hoses and rewiring the alternator and starter cables. Following the correct procedure to disassemble the components and replace the belts, and then reassemble everything according to procedures, required careful reading and interpretation of the service manual for details on how to do the job right. And sometimes no information was available, so he had to problem solve on his own. Excellent work Jonathan!
The engine on the left is the gas engine we removed, the engine on the right is the diesel engine. We hope to be ready to install the diesel within the next week. A little more to go on wiring diagrams... :)
