Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by White Exec » Tue Jun 13, 2017 9:15 pm

I have a 27mm (a Sykes-Pickavent) left over from BX days.
Will is right, you do need a proper injector socket, not a regular one.
Any good motor factor should have one. You might even find one on H*lf*rds.
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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by russ92xmsed » Wed Jun 14, 2017 12:35 pm

Just been to Halfrauds and no go.

I have found a diesel injector socket on line. So might give it a go.
Shamefully yes, I have been trying 27mm impact sockets. :oops:

Chris, does yours have a slot/window in it, or does it look like a normal socket?
Russ

1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by xmexclusive » Wed Jun 14, 2017 2:18 pm

The slot window sockets are only required for the sensor injectors on 2.5TD's and 2.1 EPIC.
Even then a 27mm box spanner will be long enough for the electrical lead.
In my experience the slot sockets open out on difficult injectors so are a waste of money, particularly if none of your injectors require one.
For my 22mm 2.5 injectors I now use a box tube, matching socket for the other end and a 1 metre breaker bar.

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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by White Exec » Wed Jun 14, 2017 4:14 pm

My 22mm injector socket has a window in the side for the electrical lead, and is a stout item.
Agree - don't like the look of the slit type, or those with an incomplete bottom hex section - could open up under duress.
My 27mm injector socket is just spacious inside, no window or slit.
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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by Dieselman » Wed Jun 14, 2017 4:18 pm

A decent ring spanner will fetch them out, but will be slower.
92 2.1SED M.RP5740 ECZ Sable Phenicien
92 3.0 V6-24.Rp 5713 EXY Black
92 2.1SD M.RP 5685 ENT Blue Sideral
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90 2.1SD M.RP 5049 EJV Mandarin
92 2.1SD A.RP 5698 EJV Mandarin
94 2.1SD A.RP 6218 ERT Triton Green
91 2.0SI M.RP 5187 EWT White

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Post by russ92xmsed » Wed Jun 14, 2017 6:19 pm

This great, thanks guys.

I like John's method....
Russ

1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by Dieselman » Wed Jun 14, 2017 7:06 pm

Another option would be to deliver it for skimming with the injectors in and have them remove them.
92 2.1SED M.RP5740 ECZ Sable Phenicien
92 3.0 V6-24.Rp 5713 EXY Black
92 2.1SD M.RP 5685 ENT Blue Sideral
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90 2.1SD M.RP 5049 EJV Mandarin
92 2.1SD A.RP 5698 EJV Mandarin
94 2.1SD A.RP 6218 ERT Triton Green
91 2.0SI M.RP 5187 EWT White

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Post by russ92xmsed » Thu Jun 15, 2017 12:33 pm

That had crossed my mind. Last resort I think.
Russ

1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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http://www.rjwcreativedesign.co.uk

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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by russ92xmsed » Sat Jun 17, 2017 2:21 pm

It took two people, a draper injection socket, a breaker bar and some brut force, but half an hour later the little sods are out.
They were stubborn to say the least.

Next stage, get quotes for skimming and pressure testing. There seems to be two companies local to me that are worth investigating.
Another step forward.
Russ

1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5712
1992 K reg XM 2.1 Auto SED RP 5705 (D)
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2003 C5 2.2 HDI Exclusive

I sell Engine bay, 1990 COTY, Total & Club XM Sticker Decals
http://www.rjwcreativedesign.co.uk

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Re: Russ's 2.1 SED Auto now in Mandarin

Post by Dieselman » Sat Jun 17, 2017 4:03 pm

It is unlikely to need pressure testing, any cracks are normally obvious.

Skimming is cheap.
92 2.1SED M.RP5740 ECZ Sable Phenicien
92 3.0 V6-24.Rp 5713 EXY Black
92 2.1SD M.RP 5685 ENT Blue Sideral
Prev
90 2.1SD M.RP 5049 EJV Mandarin
92 2.1SD A.RP 5698 EJV Mandarin
94 2.1SD A.RP 6218 ERT Triton Green
91 2.0SI M.RP 5187 EWT White

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