Jamie Dowson
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VW Aircooled: End float, main seal and clutch install!
In this video I show you how I set the end float, install and align the clutch components and install the main crank oil seal. This is one of the final instalments to an engine build series I have been filming. So why not go and check out my other videos. Please also like and subscribe. It would be greatly appreciated. Jamie
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VW Aircooled - Oil pressure problems
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Welcome to my channel. In this episode I replace my 30mm oil pump with a smaller 26mm pump to reduce oil pressure in hope to combat a niggling oil leak. I run into a problem when I purchase the wrong pump for my cam. I also tap and plug the oil pump to be used with a full flow system. Please click the like button if you find this or any of my other videos useful and why not subscribe as I will ...
German Import - BMW Z4 3.0Si Coupe
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Welcome to the second chapter where Magnus and myself embark on a journey from Helsinki to Germany to collect a BMW Z4 Coupe. Just some weeks back me and Magnus flew to Sweden to to check out a potential purchase for Magnus but returned empty handed. Second time lucky Magnus strikes gold with this beautiful Z4. Join us on our journey of planes, trains, automobile and ferry. You can also check o...
I need your Help!!! I cant stop my oil leak.
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This is my second attempt at solving my leaking engine. I built this engine for my 1964 standard Beetle, winter before last and has been leaking oil from the moment I turned the key. Last autumn just before I put the car into storage for the winter I removed the engine in hope of fixing the leak so it would be ready for spring time cruising. Well as you guessed it, it wasn't fixed and in this e...
VW aircooled Solex 31 Pict - 4 Carburettor rebuild!
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Hello viewers, in this video I rebuild my Solex carb which is part of a series of engine build videos that I have been filming over the past months. This video will also help you are rebuilding different variations of the Solex carbs used on aircooled Volkswagens over the years as they all have similarities. Hope you find this video helpful and that you will go and check out my other content. P...
Classic VW Fuel pump rebuild
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www.paruzzi.com/uk/volkswagen/engine/fuel-pumps-fuel-lines/1659/ In the next highly anticipated addition to my engine build series its time to rebuild the fuel pump. Modern fuels are very aggressive to the older materials used in components such as fuel pumps. This is the main reason other than the pump just being old that I decided to rebuild it before fitting it to my freshly built engine. If...
Aircooled VW Heater riser tubes deleted!!!
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Have the heater riser tubes on your VW intake manifold been blocked with soot or just corroded from years of condensation? Well mine have been on many of my Volkswagens and always thought about removing them but never have. Well in this episode I did and it was easier than I thought. If you've been thinking of doing the same then this video will help you to see what method worked for me. My eng...
A trip to Sweden to buy or not to buy a BMW E30i convertible
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Taxi, plane, train, automobile, another train, overnight ferry and bus plus a long walk!! This how me and my friend Magnus travelled from Finland when going to view a car he found for sale online in Sweden. Join us on this fun short trip that we did in 24 hours with not much sleep. Jamie
VW aircooled engine: Valve clearance adjustment
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There are many videos on how to adjust your valve clearances on TH-cam but I want to cover every step of this engine build in my series. In this video I explain simply and clearly how to set your all important valve clearances and also how to install your ignition leads in the correct formation. This is a clear, in depth step by step guide on how to build an aircooled VW engine so check out my ...
VW Aircooled 1300 Engine build continues for my Karmann Ghia
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Another anticipated instalment of my engine build series for my Karmann Ghia project. In this video I install and adjust dynamo to shroud, spark plugs, tinware vents and other parts to get this engine so much nearer to completion. If you are building or thinking of building your own engine then you may find my series of videos of some help. Also why not check out my other videos on various othe...
Leaky Landy! Diesel pump O ring replacement.
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In this episode I fix my leaking diesel pump and heater valve on my Series Land Rover. If you have a leaking diesel pump throttle shaft then watch this video to learn how to replace the O rings on both the throttle shaft and kill engine shaft. I also tackle a coolant leak that sprung on my heater valve. A Land Rover is rarely leak free but at least this is two of many taken care of. Please like...
Land Rover Canvas Installation
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In this video Santeri and I install a canvas roof to his Land Rover Defender pick up. If you are thinking of installing one of these to your Landy then this could be a very helpful video for you. Also if you are thinking of purchasing a classic car then check out Santeri's website or follow his Instagram page to see what he has available in his every changing selection. Website: clasanteri.com ...
Air-cooled VW tinware mods.
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Welcome to another episode that is a continuation of a series of videos regarding the engine rebuild that will eventually be fitted to my 62 Karmann Ghia. Because I never run heaters in any of my VWs there are a few modifications I like to make to the tinware to eliminate the heating system. In this video I cover some welding tips that I use and hope if your are thinking of doing this yourself ...
Fitting hub locks to my series III Land Rover
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In a previous video I diagnosed why my 4WD was not engaging on my 1975 Series III Land Rover. This video I resolve the problem by fitting new hub locks. This video is ideal if you have the same problem as I and need to replace yours or that you have been thinking of converting to them. I hope this video is of help to you and please if you enjoy this video then please like, subscribe and even le...
Installing pistons and heads
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Installing pistons and heads
Head work!
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Head work!
4WD problems!!!
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4WD problems!!!
Fitting Piston Rings!
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Fitting Piston Rings!
How to hone your cylinders!
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How to hone your cylinders!
Triumph TR6 Stripped!!!
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Triumph TR6 Stripped!!!
Chevrolet Nova: How bad can it be???
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Chevrolet Nova: How bad can it be???
Triumph TR6 restoration episode 3
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Triumph TR6 restoration episode 3
Glow plug upgrade on my series III Land Rover
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Glow plug upgrade on my series III Land Rover
Triumph TR6 Restoration Ep2
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Triumph TR6 Restoration Ep2
New project! Triumph TR6: how rusty is it?!
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New project! Triumph TR6: how rusty is it?!
Chevy Nova Restoration Ep6: rear axle gets a strip down!
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Chevy Nova Restoration Ep6: rear axle gets a strip down!
1965 Classic Mini For Sale
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1965 Classic Mini For Sale
1970 Chevrolet Nova Ep5. Finally Stripped!
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1970 Chevrolet Nova Ep5. Finally Stripped!
Chevy Nova complete restoration ep4
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Chevy Nova complete restoration ep4
Classic Chevy Nova Restoration ep3. Total strip down!!
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Classic Chevy Nova Restoration ep3. Total strip down!!