S15E50 Is a 35 Year Old Motorhome Reliable?

[@robertramsay6697]

Deffo not bigends its valve or tappet might want adjusting if tappet need take rocker box off

[@SocksWithSandals]

I will be following this advice in the next episode, Robert.

[@billienomates1606]

May be someone can tow you to a better long term place once you have done an obbo of the surrounding area. Feeling that you might get hassled where you are currently if you stay an extended time. All the best mate, I know it has been a hard and testing journey this last few years. Keep the vids coming so we know you are still breathing.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Well, it's parked legally, so anyone can have any emotion they choose, including the pigs.

[@billienomates1606]

@@SocksWithSandals Fair enough, hope you get a bit of luck in the future mate, you certainly are due some.

[@martprice7726]

Well I’ve only just watched half of it and I just have to leave a comment and say you’re amazing person nothing seems to bother you. That sounds like the big end is gone and the engine is completely right off but nothing seems to bother you. You got a great attitude on life I salute you.❤

[@SocksWithSandals]

Big end is terminal, Marty.

[@DaveySmith-d9m]

Hi Tim, yes the big end is the crank shaft & when that goes especially on these older engines it’s hard to get fixed. Sounds like it’s beyond repair with the noise it was making.

[@tomwall7966]

​@@DaveySmith-d9mhe could ring that lovely man who he bought it off to see what engine history was

[@CharliesVanlife]

And bang £50. For oil and filters my advice would be get a decent van in the first place or buy a lottery ticket it's scrap Tim

[@timford4873]

Its a scrapper unfortunately😮

[@robinboro1]

Just watched your latest disaster Tim and I’m truly gutted for you. If it wasn’t for bad luck you wouldn’t have any luck! I’ve rewatched where you fill up with diesel then the section where you start the engine. I noticed that when you turned the ignition on but before you cranked it over the oil light wasn’t lit as it should be. When you crank the engine over and the engine starts the oil light is then supposed to go out because the pump is pressuring the bearings. I’m thinking the oil light bulb may have blown or been removed in which case you would never know if the oil pump is working at all. Without cranking the engine will you turn the ignition on, the oil light and the ignition light should be illuminated until the engine is cranked. If it’s not illuminated then the oil pump may have been faulty for some time which would cause bearing failure, most probably the big end crankshaft bearings. Hopefully I’m wrong with my diagnosis Tim. If the bearing are shot Tim when you dip the oil you can in severe cases actually feel the bearing white metal particles if you put some of the oil and rub your fingers together.

[@SocksWithSandals]

The binnacle was manufactured before small LEDs were widespread. But it's clearly not an oil problem now.

[@robinboro1]

@ I agree Tim it’s not the main problem here but if you had the knowledge or experience to notice the oil light wasn’t illuminating then you could have asked more questions and saved the engine. No you’re right they aren’t LED’s but they were small bulbs in the binnacle which I mentioned. Hope you get sorted Tim, might be worth installing the diesel heater to make it more bearable if you’re immobilised for a while.

[@cabovermike]

Oils getting up to the camshaft, so it’s doubtful it’s oil pump failed,.

[@jbsmith1]

Sorry to see this Tim. Its a sump off and main bearing caps and little end caps off and inspection needed. This may be possible without taking the engine out and see if its spun a bearing. If your lucky the crank journals are not scored up and you'l get away with a new set of bearing shells.

[@DerekObrien-tk7we]

Yes had this on a tractor before I.gently sanded the journal with 400 grit and replaced the shell.depends how bad the journal is

[@SocksWithSandals]

Top analysis, JB.

[@derekmcfadyen127]

Id agree

[@cabovermike]

I’ve spun bearing on a truck, it wasn’t knocking but engine block was scrap and had to buy a recon engine,,

[@Boppa1260]

Bugger, just when we thought you were sorted, hope you get can get it fixed Tim.👍

[@SocksWithSandals]

I took a chance that I could make an old banger reliable, and now I have to face the consequence of that risk.

[@cabovermike]

He who dares wins Rodney,.!​@@SocksWithSandals

[@theslowwalkhome7314]

Unfortunately it sounds very bad , really feel for you Tim after all the work you’ve done on it

[@tomwall7966]

Tim congratulations you just posted one of the best 👌 van life videos ever ❤️ the way you got lovely camera 📷 shots of all what you was doing bro I'm sure reality of the events will rack up the views for your beautiful shot video 📹 thanks mate

[@SocksWithSandals]

I just point my £100 phone at what's happening, Tom. I change the camera angle between lots of short shots to give it a more film-like production value.

[@trevorpat-lifeontherun]

Your getting a lot of help from comments Tim. I am so sorry. I haven't a clue what to advise you to do, but it looks like your out of the frying pan into the fire, but you have my admiration, if that's worth anything.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Your admiration is more than I deserve, Trevor.

[@richardhewitt.easyvanlife.6957]

Big end gone. Should have changed oil and filter.

[@stevewild4449]

Hi Tim, The first thing is, this is a reciprocating mechanical noise and not rotational. It's an oil pressure supply problem, not a lack of oil. The oil warning light is not for low oil level but for low oil pressure. The light should always come on in the ignition position (along with the charging light) and go out once started. I've looked back at a couple of your starting attempt videos and the oil light has never worked in them. At first I did thing big ends as it sounded very loud but having watched it again I'm not so sure. It started to sound tappety and I know that the camshaft oil supply has less priority than the crank journals. You also showed the camshaft looking bone dry but I've read all the comments so far and it was suggested by someone that there was a problem with oil supply to the cam. Overfilling with oil won't fix it and you said 'something like 'why didn't it work' and the reply was it's not the oil. The camshaft has to be pressure fed and if that fails it won't take long for everything to start clattering. Of course it could be the crank (difficult to tell) but at the end of the day, I'd guess, it's either old coked up oil or an oil pump failure. It can all be fixed (camshaft relatively easy) but anything else would probably be too difficult in your situation, sorry.

[@russellsmith6476]

I thought the same the cam looked dry

[@HM.Hatchet205]

@stevewild4449 if the camshaft had starved, so has the rest of the engine, its not worth fixing; the bottom end is 100% gone needs a replacement engine 100%

[@stevewild4449]

@@HM.Hatchet205 That's not strictly true as the oil feed to the cam can become blocked in isolation. I agree that it is most likely bottom end as well and my guess would blocked or failed oil pump. It is perfectly possible to rebuild this engine and we did hundreds during my time a motor mechanic. They were stripped and all parts needing machining were sent off to the machine shop. When they came back it was simply rebuilt with any new parts required (minimum here would be camshaft & oil pump) and it was a fully reconditioned unit. If Tim went down this route it would run as good as new 👌

[@HM.Hatchet205]

Its not worth the risk and wasting time stripping it, and its not the camshaft knocking, would need a full engine rebuild, while he struggles to live in it and the struggle to luve in it while wastè time and money with this knackered engine best off getting a second hand engine ordered to a local garage and once its there get it booked in and fitted with in a day can get an engine on ebay 300 to 500 delivered

[@stevewild4449]

@@HM.Hatchet205 Yes of course that is another option.

[@bprepping2432]

With close to 5000 subscribers, and the journey you have took us all on I am sure if we all put our heads together we could sort out this problem, I would be willing to help

[@SocksWithSandals]

There is already a wealth of knowledge in these comments as to how I should proceed next.

[@alanrogers9589]

Wow mate it never rains it pours feel for you mate all the work you did 😎👍👍❤️

[@harrisonruss99]

Ah shit man what a bummer 🤦🏻‍♂️ just as you seemed to making some good progress .Keep up the videos the Tim .Gritty ,honest and uplifting in these unpredictable times.Kudos to you sir 🙏

[@SocksWithSandals]

I'm not sure about the uplifting but I'm definitely sure it's a bummer.

[@cabovermike]

Look at it as “character building”​@@SocksWithSandals

[@joline2730]

ASDA: Soup, Roll, Butter and tea/coffee - *ONE POUND* (over 60s only) 👍👍👍👍

[@SocksWithSandals]

I'm too young for that deal, and I don't intend to be stuck in Leicester for 3½ years to savour it.

[@peterlockwood7007]

Tim you are a real guy i wooud be devast after all your efforts some good will come from this

[@SocksWithSandals]

When you take a chance, Peter, you have to be prepared to lose.

[@andydarbyshir8699]

I don’t think it’s the big ends I would suspect it’s the oil pump and the reason I think this low oil pressure which will affect the hydraulic lifters and the timing chain tensioner and the reason I think this is because the loss of power on the motorway

[@DerekObrien-tk7we]

Sure but damage has been done to the crank

[@SlimTortoise]

Sounds like crankshaft bearings to me. I suspect when you kept driving when the noise first started means the engine is now f***ed.

[@SocksWithSandals]

That was one of my first thoughts, too.

[@SlimTortoise]

@@SocksWithSandals Hope not for your sake and I will be very happy if I'm wrong. good luck mate. Best wishes.

[@SlimTortoise]

@@SocksWithSandals If it was a new common rail diesel or anything after 2000 ish, I would say it may be an injector. They make that same noise if the injector seal has gone or failed.

[@dmbrod]

Keep fighting mate.You've been through worse.

[@Seds245]

Tim I’m so sorry this happened, you deserve better and I can only hope you get some help

[@StephenBishopNOMAD]

Cam shaft or big end tim don't overfill with oil you will damage it more could also be a sticking valve need's stripping down now.

[@carol_ann_living.in.the.moment]

As the owner of an old Talbot too my heart goes out to you. I do hope you can get it sorted and move out of Leicester 🤞🤞

[@tomwall7966]

Sounds like oil pump failure the pump pumps oil around engine if that stops u no oil lube the engine parts and that's what that horrible noise is so if oil pump gets replaced it may be okay

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yes, Tommy, I'm starting to look at the cheaper theories first.

[@markbowden2369]

Maybe pay for breakdown cover then call them out to diagnose then tow you home.

[@SocksWithSandals]

I am at home.

[@steveh9229]

Tim you need to remove the cover that’s left hand side of the oil cap. Inside will be a rubber belt & metal pulleys, I’m guessing it could just be a loose pulley that’s knocking. Did the steering feel stiff as could just be power steering belt pulley. It can’t be cambelt because it still runs & I couldn’t see excessive smoke when you started it back up. It can’t be water pump either because it didn’t overheat when you were driving. If you’re unsure it might be best to look up a mobile mechanic that’s nearby & get a diagnosis & don’t drive it because you have put way too much oil in & will blow out the seals. Don’t lose hope buddy because that engine is a lot better than any modern diesel engine. I hope you get it sorted soon & try to keep warm.

[@SocksWithSandals]

What's something simple I can look at wild parked at the roadside, Steve.

[@steveh9229]

@ remove the belt cover & you will see if the belt is still attached. I think it will have come off, start the engine & look for an out of line pulley. If it all looks ok & the belt looks good, then look at the tension because it may just be the belt tensioner rattling. If you’re unable to remove the cover, you can start the engine & feel the side of the cover with your hand but don’t leave it running very long because you might do more damage. I hope you can work it out buddy.

[@cabovermike]

Mobile mechanic ! Kerching ! “Proffesional struggler” is your man !… ​@@SocksWithSandals

[@derekmcfadyen127]

You could drop the sump and replace the big end bearings with standard shells if you can ..... crank is prob damaged ... might return oil pressure .... more of a bush fix tbh .... best of luck buddy❤

[@SocksWithSandals]

Good lord

[@derekmcfadyen127]

​@@SocksWithSandalsto confirm engine damage we usually open the oil filter to inspect for glitter ... or copper coloured shavings .... an indication of bearing failure ......

[@JamesHall-dx3gs]

Good luck getting it sorted tim. Stay safe. I wish you all the best and try stay warm

[@SocksWithSandals]

Thanks, James.

[@cabovermike]

Surely you checked the oil before you set off ? the plot thickens ! To be fair it looks ok on the next mornings dipping,.we had a v8 Ford lorry donkies years ago and that was knocking like a big end had gone and in the end it was an injector over spraying fuel,. So much so it was knocking so bad we stripped the engine down convinced it was big ends,WRONG ! it could be an injector tip broke off to, that would cause overfilling and a bad knock, I suffered a similar issue once,.good luck in getting it sorted,.

[@barrybarry6592]

Goodness had you thought about enlisting in a vehicle maintenance course. Might prove in the long-term beneficial.

[@cabovermike]

He could take up a mechanics course at the local tech in Leicester at this rate,.

[@thewelshbeavis1355]

Tim I hope your ok and safe, you definitely need some Good luck going your way 🙏🙏🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

[@SocksWithSandals]

The good luck is that there is a very windy rainstorm overhead, so I won't be driving anywhere anyway!

[@michaelhowarth-w1e]

ive just had the same problems myself mate, engine went in my transit, got replacement fitted £1000...then drive shaft went which smashed my gearbox £800..new injectors fitted, crankshaft sensor, new rad new intercooler...including the price of the van it totaled around £7000...in less than a few month...i walked away with a 06 connect and wiped my mouth with it...moral is do you have deep pockets for such an old van like mine was, or just cut your loses!! the one hood thing is uou still have a roof over your head😢😢 i feel for you mate, and good luck watever your choice is.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Exactly, Michael, at least I'm parked legally and housed in relative luxury.

[@cabovermike]

Weathers warming up this week to hooray !,…

[@steffanmaximum]

We are really sorry to learn about your latest setback Tim. We are really hoping that all of the work that you have put into this Ducato has not been in vain. Wishing you better luck Tim.

[@SocksWithSandals]

These things are sent to try us, Steffan.

[@alexpalmer9894]

Hope when u put fan belt on not 2 tight hope you fix best wishes

[@SocksWithSandals]

I had no choice because I could not access the alternator tensioner. That could be what bit me in the arse.

[@bprepping2432]

Gutted for you sock, hope you can sort out the mansion

[@SocksWithSandals]

Gutted

[@Gerald_Palmer]

Hi Tim, just sent you what I had lingering in my PP balance. Hope it helps you get back on your feet. "Often, for undaunted courage, fate spares the man it has not already marked." Beowulf.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Profound teutonic Wisdom there, Gerald!

[@lukeslife6471]

Hopefully it's fixable Tim. Season 15 has been a roller coaster. Whatever you decide I look forward to the next episode.

[@thornwarbler]

Thanks

[@SocksWithSandals]

Appreciated

[@adrianford8615]

enjoy your vids so bunged you a few quid on paypal bud, I don't do TV so dont have to pay a license fee

[@SocksWithSandals]

Thank you Adrian. There are too many real things happening in the world to worry about television fantasies!

[@dubdaz1]

Cant believe your bad luck Tim :-( ❤

[@SocksWithSandals]

Thank you, Daz.

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

It's never ending with these old Tikis. Guessing your not with AA or similar? Hope someone can help you. 😌

[@SocksWithSandals]

The force is strong with the UK vanlife community.

[@DeePaignall]

Turn the radio up? Low blinker fluid? I had one do exactly this... got rid of it. Not very helpful I know, all the best!

[@SocksWithSandals]

I might have heard the problem earlier, had I not had the radio on so loud in there.

[@adventureswithelz]

Oh Tim…. This was painful to watch…. After everything you have been through. No expert but does sound like the big end may have gone. I really hope that’s not the case. I am not too far from Leicester you need anything just ping me. Really wishing you some positive luck and hope you can sort it out somehow. 🙏

[@SocksWithSandals]

Very kind, Richy. We'll see.

[@peterdyer8789]

tim it sounds like a big end bearing problem with that kind of noise the bottom end is a right off sorry to say .

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yeah could be.

[@peterdyer8789]

@@SocksWithSandals yes it could well be a big end tim is it diesel or a petrol engine my man

[@cabovermike]

Diesel​@@peterdyer8789

[@el.messenger]

Gumtree has vans for sale for under 1500 in Leicester. I’m really sorry to see this mate but there is always light at the end of the tunnel!! It’s probably a candle flame in a casm at the minute but it will still be there. Good luck

[@SocksWithSandals]

Leicester is another place where you don't buy vans, El.

[@el.messenger]

@ there are cunts everywhere but I hear you

[@HM.Hatchet205]

Bottom end is 100% gone you should of stopped rite away and let it cool down instead of keep driving it, needs a full replacement engine now

[@SocksWithSandals]

I pulled off at the first possible exit

[@HM.Hatchet205]

Should of really done filter and oil change before using it, old oil and engine being underload after sitting so long has finished it off

[@DaveGreeneramblingcarpenter]

🙉🙉 that doesn't sound great,, so good to see you back on the road,I'm disappointed for you,, hopefully you'll get a not too painful solution,,🙏

[@OLDMADBIKER1964]

Cheapest option is to buy a new engine.if you can find one

[@kenrankin4523]

OMG the end of the mansion, my hearth goes out for ya Tim

[@SocksWithSandals]

Is still taxed, insured, and MOT'd for another year. Might be a more luxurious repeat of the Pack it in Stan scenario.

[@stevendavies8070]

Gutted for you Mr socks, Hope you are soon sorted mate .

[@iainbaker2742]

I wouldnt be starting her up right now......maybe worth a call around a few mobile mechanics as they tend to be cheaper than a garage and should at least be able to let you know whats wrong......fingers crossed for you!

[@SocksWithSandals]

Top tip, Iain. 🛠

[@Louisjp1875]

Hopefully a subscriber can come and diagnose it for you mate 🙏🏻

[@chrissyjohnson1937]

A diesel engine with a knocking injector could sound like that ?

[@SocksWithSandals]

Indeed.

[@billienomates1606]

Big ends or valves? Sorry for your loss. At least the old girl got one final outing.

[@nigel9843]

Sorry Tim sounds like your engine is completely knackered.

[@y0rkiebar]

Blimey Tim, just when the Mansion was all coming together! Do you have breakdown cover ? You'd probably get a diagnosis quickly that way.

[@SocksWithSandals]

No

[@streetlife8461]

Just thought Tim, there's a you tube guy I watch - Wondering Where channel, called Adam, car camping and hiking guy, he's had problems with injectors on his car and lives in Leicester He has some good guys who work from home and other mechanics with garages Who previously helped him with vehicles and diesel heaters etc, who knowing him would help you and would be able to diagnose the problem. Mention my name as he knows of me, as I've messaged him before - but it may get you sorted one way or another ! I hope it helps ! Worth a try at least I'm sure he'd help you !

[@streetlife8461]

Failing that advice, Englebert Humperdinck still has a very large house in Leicester area and plenty of land and it would make an excellent park up if you contacted him, if it's sadly the Last Waltz with the Mansion? He used to sleep in phone boxes when he started singing in the clubs if you read his history. As a very last resort, Gary Lineker was from Leicester and still has family connections who worked the markets and I believe still do selling fruit and veg. I've heard he helps refugees etc, hope some of my information might help you. Would be interesting to film as well !

[@ericknowitall]

Take the oil out over the top mark or you'll definitely mash the crank in two

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yes, I overdid it with the top-up.

[@unclej3423]

Been watching since the start, first time I've sent you a PayPal but you are stuck in Leicester 😢 however know you will pull through 👍

[@SocksWithSandals]

Thanks, Uncle J. We will prevail.

[@ukbeeps]

I am no mechanic so unable to offer any advice Tim, I'm sure someone will be able to advise you better than i can do. hopefully its manageable repair 🤞

[@RIVNUTBrainCaseSugaryGoodness]

gutted for you buddy, but you will prevail. hope it can be fixed affordably. at least you haven't invested to much money into it.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Worse things happen at sea, Brian.

[@cabovermike]

Is your middle name jonah ?​@@SocksWithSandals

[@ericknowitall]

Injector seal ? It's idling

[@SocksWithSandals]

Could be.

[@alienscientist8893]

Very sorry for you,, let us all know if you set up a go fund me or can send a donation..

[@SocksWithSandals]

I do have a PayPal: PayPal.Me/SocksWithSandals I don't like asking.

[@cabovermike]

There’s one on fb marketplace in Worcestershire for £600 runs and drives, needs work,.

[@SocksWithSandals]

I doubt mine requires more than £600 of work, Mike.

[@cabovermike]

@@SocksWithSandals Just be aware that your a cowboy in a town full of indians ,.

[@mramsey123]

Subbed and like fella hopefully a mobile mechanical can help you out local. Fingers crossed

[@cosworthization]

Are you a member of breakdown service? Hope you are going to be ok Socks with sandals?

[@SocksWithSandals]

I will prevail.

[@Stevebookend]

Tim if you need anything or a hand give me a shout. I’m not a million miles away.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Very kind, Steve. I'm OK where I am for the time being, just waiting for good advice in the comments as to which problem I might be dealing with.

[@Stevebookend]

Hopefully we have some hope.

[@waynerees3767]

Hi Tim, I hope all goes well. i live in Narborough. Do you need anything, and if I can help, i will wish I was good with engine's mate. Sorry, I am not.

[@SocksWithSandals]

That is really close. By all means pop by this miserable evening if you wish, but from 11:30am Monday it may be gone.

[@cabovermike]

Now there’s an idea, gone… up in smoke ?​@@SocksWithSandals

[@simonw8626]

Drop the oil out of it look for metal in oil a magnet will help if they are small fillings

[@SocksWithSandals]

Top tip, Simon.

[@tomwall7966]

I had bmw 318 i that did same thing i drove it until i could hear shell bearings breaking out and finally piston came out true the engine then it was engine gone 😅 🙃

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yeah, sounds like it, Tom.

[@bridgeburner1659]

Ahhh Tim im so gutted for you mate, you did a great job on her though

[@SocksWithSandals]

The Mansion met yet rise like a phoenix from the ashes of despair.

[@bridgeburner1659]

@@SocksWithSandals oh shit now that would be awsome

[@leefey9282]

Big end bearings? Any smoke?

[@SocksWithSandals]

No smoke.

[@jasonwoods767]

Hope it’s an easy fix mate 🙏

[@SocksWithSandals]

It had bloody better be, Jason.

[@cabovermike]

Jim couldn’t fix this I’m guessing ,.

[@cabovermike]

Fighting torque you tube may help if recovery is needed , failing that watch "camperado i 3 nomadi and see how motorhoming is done properly ,.

[@SocksWithSandals]

I don't follow KZbin recommendations, Mike.

[@martprice7726]

So sorry about your problems. I think you’ll need to be towed back to where you were living before so at least you can live there with a vehicle not moving. We would all like to help you..❤❤❤

[@SocksWithSandals]

I'm parked legally where I am with plenty of facilities within a one mile walk. Possibly a better place to be stuck than where I was.

[@slave2damachine]

Houston we have a problem 🤔

[@SocksWithSandals]

At least I'm not freezing over the far side of the Moon with limited oxygen.

[@oliverdann3155]

Anything catching pulleys Crank etc

[@SocksWithSandals]

Interesting...🤔

[@CliveJohnson804]

No idea about the problem but you need to get back to where you were, financially it just makes sense.

[@SocksWithSandals]

I was unemployed where I was.

[@CliveJohnson804]

@SocksWithSandals Ah well the Council Tax will be cheaper their and the diversity will give you lots of options most of which you will want to avoid 😁.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Vanlifers don't pay council tax, Clive. That's the point.

[@CliveJohnson804]

@SocksWithSandals just trying to put a smile on your face for a couple of seconds probably not my best idea 💡.

[@DerekObrien-tk7we]

Classic oik pump.failure gutted for ya

[@SocksWithSandals]

So many potential plausible theories.

[@DerekObrien-tk7we]

@SocksWithSandals that metalic sound is fairly conclusive ,

[@robertramsay6697]

Not oil it's a tappet or a valve m8

[@vasjaxx7863]

Main bearings are gone... replace engine...

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yes this seems to be the most common diagnosis.

[@cabovermike]

I don’t take criticism well tho,.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Good

[@tomwall7966]

Way it died on motorway sounds like big end bearing in engine.everything seem to be going smoothly until that started out of middle of nowhere thats a strange one 🤔 tim

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yes, that was my first thought because I had a Vauxhall Viva engine die the same way.

[@tomwall7966]

@@SocksWithSandals don't want be given bad news but I would goggle that model engine see if any other owners had same knock engine sound perhaps u did right ✅️ thing top up oil

[@leeparrish2526]

That sounds fooked

[@SocksWithSandals]

Well, you're not wrong.

[@hughjasse3375]

Most vanlife channels have fake drama. Mr Socks has authentic drama. The fact the van was still driving is a glimmer of hope. If the big end completely goes, it just seizes. It's not easy, but it is recoverable. Fingers crossed for you.🤞 You need to catch a break. Hopefully someone watching with an uneeded van can donate, if it isn't recoverable.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yeah it's not looking good for me at the moment.

[@hgvdipper8598]

🖤🤎🖤🤎🖤🤎🖤🤎🖤🤎🖤 Ffs what is up with your luck , life just keeps kicking you down .

[@SocksWithSandals]

@hgvdipper8598 ×ere it not for bad luck, I wouldn't have any luck at all.

[@hughjasse3375]

@@SocksWithSandals Quick way to test if the crankshaft and big ends have shredded is an oil change. If you get a socket wrench under the van and drain the oil pan into a tray, check to see if a lot of metal shards come out with the old oil. If it's looking fairly free of metal, you'll have a fighting chance, and know that it's maybe not terminal. At least you're in a big city now, so mobile roadside mechanics may be easier to find nearby - the RAC will do mobile mechanic repair calls, and you don't have to be a member, but they're not usually the cheapest.

[@john111677]

Just put fuel in before issue?, I've had dodgy diesel before mate morrisons. Run off a fuel can, probably blocked injector

[@SocksWithSandals]

That's interesting, John.

[@138spoon]

I thought this. Sounds like it's just not running on all cylinders. Top content as always though Tim and sorry for your misfortune

[@adriannash3103]

Tim, If we can get every subscriber to donate a fiver you can finally buy a decent van . Season of goodwill and that. I'm sure most of us would.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Would never happen, Adrian, as you know from personal experience.

[@johnfittis5764]

Sure I’ve just done that very thing, good luck❤

[@KevinPollard-m1v]

A up Tim stroke Craig 😊Erm just have a shop round at scrapyards see if they’ve got a engine for your van it’s not the end yet for the Mantion

[@SocksWithSandals]

That's going to be another money pet having an engine delivered and then using a hoist and removing and scrapping the old one. Not to mention the hassle of doing it of the side of a road on Iranian Industrial Estate in Leicester during the winter.

[@KevinPollard-m1v]

@ I will come and help you I’ve got a van can pick new engine up and get rid of old one Tim and I’m sure we can man handle the engineines one in one out

[@christopherlewis2274]

Tim that sounds awful fella sounds like an small or big end bearing. Hope not have you checked the oil engine noise is difficult to pick up on video 👍☹️

[@SocksWithSandals]

The oil part of the video is the second half, Christopher.

[@robertramsay6697]

M8 if bottom end was gone it vets loudsr an constant that deffo tappets or valve

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yet the extra oil poured into the cylinder head did not stop the noise.

[@robertramsay6697]

Its not oil m8

[@paxford2]

Have a chat with Piggy power on the youtube. Hes near Burford. Knows everything about these XUD engines. Plus the XUD went in many many things so should be enough cheap stock to swap it over. Im quite amazed one has actually got tired

[@SocksWithSandals]

Thanks. I did not even know the engine was called XUD.

[@dogrob1973]

Sounds like the top end to me, bottom end noise doesn’t sound like that in my experience. The top end has been starved of oil hence the hydraulic tappets not doing their job and lack of power. Bottom end wear won’t usually equal lack of power until they disintegrate. My guess is the oil pump has failed, you might get away with changing that

[@SocksWithSandals]

Other people have suggested the oil pump, too, Rob.

[@darrandavies8256]

Replace the engine it will be cheaper. Sorry to see that

[@SocksWithSandals]

It may come to that, Darran.

[@olezhanchyk1420]

Not 35. 36 years, you forgot your motorhome from 1988?

[@SocksWithSandals]

Good point, well made.

[@olezhanchyk1420]

@@SocksWithSandals Because I very attendive.

[@iansherriff5184]

Nooo bloody hell 😢 I feel tpur pain! That dont sound good at all.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Not ideal, Ian.

[@Oneman1122]

Sounds like its pulley problem. Sounds like tension pulley loose

[@SocksWithSandals]

Is it still drivable if that's the problem?

[@Oneman1122]

Wouldn't recommend it. If it is pulley you'll need pulley replacement and new belt if it is that. Could be a £500 job

[@Oneman1122]

It sounds like pulley problem the knocking might be from that issue. As your driving you can hear it get louder. It's a belt or pulley my guess

[@paulscoolroroo]

Big ends

[@SocksWithSandals]

Maybe, Paul.

[@LMGGPMG]

Sump off and check the shells, personally a secondhand motor would be the fastest option to get you back on the road matey. Shame.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Yeah, I don't know what to do know.

[@LMGGPMG]

@SocksWithSandals Not sure which engine is in it, easy one is take cam cover off and look at cam and rockers while turning the engine over with a spanner.......next would be sump off abd check.... next would be exchange engine or rebuild. Got to get ones hands in it Tim unfortunately.

[@PaulO-mv6ku]

This is terrible news - how will you get to work never mind get it fixed. The very best of luck with it.

[@SocksWithSandals]

Workers finished which is why I was on an adventure.

[@FLYINGSHEEPRALLY]

Almost certainly damaged bearings on Crankshaft. Most garages wont touch it due to it being a time consuming repair others will suggest a second hand engine a decent mobile mechanic might take the job on. Good luck

[@SocksWithSandals]

Interesting. That means I could move it a little bit at low speed.

[@FLYINGSHEEPRALLY]

@@SocksWithSandals Yes but I would not drive it far may be on to a quieter road. The higher the revs the more chance of damage caused . You might get away with fitting new bearing but if its damaged the crank its an engine out repair costing more than a engine swap then.

[@cabovermike]

I wouldn’t chance driving it as it’s likely to throw a leg out of bed, (conrod through the side of the engine)​@@SocksWithSandals

[@gibblip.816]

Love the B redg escort.with clover 🍀 leafs.

[@SocksWithSandals]

A great survivor. I'm sure it is has had many ups and downs like my van has too!

[@davegreen4232]

Probably a silly response Tim but when you filled your diesel up. You haven’t accidentally filled it with petrol. Or petrol with diesel. Good luck fella you certainly due some

[@SocksWithSandals]

The black handle and the price of the pump per litre prove that I did insert diesel.

[@AntMan-b8l]

Car park man here Tim. It'll get you to a park up. Go do a rekky on foot until you find somewhere that's not legislated. Park up.

[@SocksWithSandals]

It's not really in a fit state to drive at the moment, Ant

[@tommy-trump-1967]

aww tim , thats some very tough luck dude , gutted for you after all the effort youve put into the mansion , might be something a lot less terminal , maybe a stuck valve ? but whatever it is , need to drain some oil out, way too much will cause its own issues and get a mechanic too diagnose the issue ,if youre aiming at a fix that is, if not try to find some off highway parking you dont need to pay insurance/tax from then on could always black up , buy a dingy and head down to dover = 4star hotel n 300 a week + in no time 🤣

[@cabovermike]

Do I win a prise for reading 298 comments ?..

[@SocksWithSandals]

It means that you are possibly capable of running a KZbin channel.