hey everyone,

I finally got my diesel back. It took long enough to get the parts, about two weeks from a younger brother whom works at a dealer in fort myers florida.

I tell you what. That was no simple job. Taking the turbo out was a bi$^h. Those four bolts holding it to the exaust manifold are hard to get a grip of, not to mention the fear of breaking them off. I also droped the pan to get out the grommit. What a mess I made in my new garage. The floor looks horrible. Oh well, it is my garage and my wifes house.

To second a earlier tread. getting the grommit into the oil pan was not easy until I read the post which stated to push the grommit down onto the inserted drain pipe. I also lubed it all together with wd 40 to help it along.

I also put anti sieze grease on everything in case I have to go back in there.

I dont want to go back in there. All that work to replace a 4 dollar part. I replaced all the metal pipes also.

One more thing to mention. My bro mailed me a box of mechanic style rubber gloves. I love these things. I thought that I wouldnot because I prefer the dexterity of my own skin, but I have to honestly say that they didnt hinder me one bit and my hands dont look like the usually do after my visit with the diesel. I also sacrificed a full length dress shirt which had a small hole that I could not wear at work and that kept the grime off of my entire body. Clean up was easy but not as much fun


Thanks for your help


bob c