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Old Jun 13, 2009 | 10:05 PM
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just wondering easiest way to get it out. sump defo wont come off with engine in there. is it easiest to drop it out the bottom on the subframe with gearbox still on ??
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Old Jun 13, 2009 | 10:08 PM
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jesus im guessing youve found the problem then mate?]
internal im guessin
al the ones ive seen get dragged through the front if that helps lol
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jesus im guessing youve found the problem then mate?]
internal im guessin
al the ones ive seen get dragged through the front if that helps lol

just preparing for the worst mate
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 08:33 AM
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ive took the turbos off and it was the worst job ive ever done on a car...

I said there and then i wouldnt work oon it again and always pay someone.

What a bitch
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iv been told you drop it on the subframe
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by COLEYST200
iv been told you drop it on the subframe
it looks to be the easiest way to me unless im missing something ?
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 10:31 AM
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Best way to do it is drop it complete with the box from the bottom and refit the same way.
Horrible job to be honest as the turbo's are in a very difficult position as is all the silly pipe work/connections to the inlet.

Take your time and its not to bad if your dropping it complete.
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