Ford Pick-up trucks

[Kiwi Phil]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

Actually I am in the market for spares Techno.<br />This has a MWM (Mercedes With Mann) Diesel.<br />It is a D229-4, and I need a starter motor.<br />It is a Bosch part. <br />I could get the part number if you do have/know of a source of supply. <br />Here they are pretty expensive. <br />There is the option of getting a rebuild, but it needs a new shaft/cog (think that is what John called it) machined, and the ? (No.) outer fields re-done. <br />I am all at sea with this, but that is what John said (I think!)<br />Would like to compare the rebuid price with the new (in USA).<br />This is what the MWM Diesel guy quoted me:<br />New S/Motor from: <br />Ford Dealership Aud$2,870<br />From him (ordered in Brazil and flown out) Aud $1,590 (including Aud$650 air freight).<br />So you can see my interest in getting a price from you.<br /><br />Cheers<br />Phillip

 

[stan_deezy]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

I reckon there must be a cheaper option Phillip: the cog must be a part that can be interchanged with others and machining a new bush isn't major bucks. Rewinding the field coils isn't a major job either so perhaps best to get it done local.<br /><br />Just my two pennies worth (pre-decimal pennies mind! )

 

[Dunaruna]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

Phil, that donk would'nt pull the skin off a ricebubble and the repairs will send you broke - SELL IT TO THE DIESEL MECHANIC, he is probably interested.<br /><br />Then, find a clean 351 (clevland, not windsor), there are heaps around for less than the cost of the diesel starter. Put a set of headers on her, convert to LPG, and you're good to go.<br /><br />You won't need to worry about brakes/suspension etc - the F100 was released in Aus with the 351 option.

 

[Kiwi Phil]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

Funny you should say that Dunaruna. <br />That is an option John has put to me....right down to using the Clevland and not the Windsor. <br />The other opinion he put forward was using the Ford 6cyl...the one before the electronics or something...can't recal the model. What are your views on a 6cyl? <br />Is a LPG kit around $2,000 fully installed?<br />I will chew it over some more with John tomorrow. I know he dosn't consider it a difficult job. He is on the payroll, I have a workshop, he enjoys doing mechanical work.<br />The Diesel Mechs (Motores Deisiel) want to come out and see it, so I will ask them what they will pay and see what happens.<br />I have looked at the Trading Post for an idea on the price of Clevlands and they are all over the place. Any idea what I would pay? Need auto too I reckon.<br />My thinking behind all this is ......a new Rice-Wagon ute will set me back $20K (alloy deck/power/air)so why not throw some bucks at this and have a real truck.....where age is irrevelant. Got a new Navara 2.4 back in 2000 and it's OK, but not really "nice". Just another white ute.....<br />How are you keeping anyway Aldo? Well I hope.<br />Cheers<br />Phillip

 

[Dunaruna]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

Ball park................You should be able to pick up a remaned (new bearing shells, reco heads, new oil pump, new gaskets - not a fully reconditioned motor) for about $2500, including accessories. A tranny to suit would be around $1000 (secondhand with warranty) or $2500 fully reco. Engine mounts are cheap. The radiator should already be heavy duty but if you need to replace it with a V8 rad it would cost around $200 SH or $500 new.<br /><br />If you hunted around for good secondhand stuff, $4500 should just about cover it. Around $6000 reco.<br /><br />I'm good, not so for the better half, the dreaded 'C' word is back . How about you guys - all well I trust?<br /><br />P.S. It's not a 'pickup', it's a ute!!

 

[Kiwi Phil]

Re: Ford Pick-up trucks

I'm sorry to hear your news Aldo. Another operation coming up I guess. Really hope everything goes well for your wife.<br />Us...well to many hours working, which we are really trying to get under control.<br />Thanks for the info. Will keep you posted on what/when we do with the motor. John starts tomorrow on the body.<br />Cheers<br />Phillip