bad vibrations

[red90]

Is the turbo coming on boost? You should be able to hear it when it produces boost. A boost gauge is handy.

Check that the intercooler piping it all intact, with no splits in the elbows.

Off topic, but throw the K&N in the garbage, it is of zero help for performance and will let dirt into the engine.

What do you mean by "fuel system flush"? Maybe the fuel filter is plugged. Maybe you plugged an injector. To check them, remove and connect up to a line and turn the engine over. Be careful to stay clear as it is high pressure. A proper test can be done at any diesel mechanic's shop. The injector holes are very small and it is important not to let any dirt past the filter.

Also, I'm not sure what you did with the fuel, but it might be best to dump it and get a tank of diesel from a reputable dealer.

If the timing belt went, it won't run period.

[s3landy]

I had a similar experience this past winter with my 200 Tdi and I am almost positive it is the crummy fuel we have over here. Buy some powerservice additive or something similar with a cetane booster as well as lubricant, anti-gel etc. Follow the directions on the bottle and add more for cleaning. It seemed to make a big difference in mine.

Mike

[red90]

Just take the fan off. You only need it if it is +25 or more. Then run again and make sure the water pump is OK.

I've never heard of a flush of a diesel injection system. I hope that did not damage anything. Direct injection diesel injectors should never foul or plug and are not cleanable. Was this done by a shop that really knows diesels? The injectors are two stage and need to be treated carefully.

[red90]

i am waiting for an electric fan but I guess I better replace it with a clutch style soon, anyone got one for sale? I just need a used one until roverpark boys has their kit ready.
thanks for the replies guys. love this site.

Go to the junkyard. Find one from a Ford Taurus with a 3.8l V6. It is a large 2 speed fan that pull serious air and fits Land Rover Rads with basically no modification. $15 for the fan and a generic fan controller and you are good to go. If you want to spend "some" money get a variable speed controller, http://www.dccontrol.com/

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[Bill E.]

At the risk off igniting a dispute I have to take issue with red90 in regards to the comment about not needing a fan unless things get above 25 degrees. Perhaps a light jaunt is ok without a fan but the 200tdi's that I'm familiar with can get alarmingly warm without a cooling fan even under average hill climing or load carrying conditions. Big dollar repairs can ensue from overheating and I don't think this is very sage advise IMHO
Bill

[red90]

I know someone in Calgary that has had no fan on his 200TDI Discovery for 6 years. No overheating problems.

I was not suggesting dirving like this forever without paying attention to the temperature gauge.

It was a quick fix to allow him to drive it for the week that it takes to get new parts.

[Bill E.]

Fair enough John, I just didn't think it was prudent to suggest this especially on a turbo charged engine. I know that you offer much good advice on this forum and are knowledgable in mechanical matters but lets face it the fans are installed for a reason and I have seen temperatures climb rapidly on a hill, and don't forget that your temperature guage is only giving you a hint about whats going on at the turbo. OOOPS I forgot your friend is in Calgary :wink: :spinning:
Bill