Snapped Disco 4 crank - anyone got one?

Snapped Disco 4 crank - anyone got one?

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jamiehamy

Original Poster:

360 posts

183 months

Thursday 27th February 2020
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Just wondering if anyone has one of these from a failed engine? Might be able to get it tested and see what actually caused it.

I know it's a bit random. I'm about to buy one and obviously aware of this possible issue. Would be interesting to find out the root cause.

Scotsjon

10 posts

66 months

Thursday 27th February 2020
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I’m pretty sure the problem was caused by a bearing shell slipping during operation and blocking an oil feed, IIRC this was due to poor process on assembly of the engine at the ford plant in Dagenham (psa designed the engine and ford built it) although I believe the problem was rectified by 2015(might of been earlier)

Jon