Citroën BX – XPO – Becoming Driveable – Eps43
The pace was picking up at the start of 2024, and XPO seemed to be becoming driveable. It just needed a cooling system and drive shafts—or perhaps a bit more?
Automotive Adventures
Here you’ll find articles on my Automotive Adventures. From Land Rovers and Citroens to Tractors and Trailers. If it’s got wheels, I’ll probably have a go. Most of the time the articles are maintenance and restoration, but I also love to upgrade and modify to add functionality and features.
Citroën BX – XPO – Hydraulics – Eps42
After 15 years of standing, XPO finally has a running engine. But how leaky are the hydraulics after all these years?
Citroën BX – XPO – Engine Installation – Eps41
Almost a year ago today, the engine installation on XPO was completed. In this article, we take a look at how the installation was achieved.
Citroën BX – XPO – Welding Repairs – Eps40
In a slight segway from getting the engine running in XPO, this article looks at some of the smaller welding repairs that have been completed.
Citroën BX – XPO – 16V Gearbox – Eps39
Only a few years after starting, the 16v gearbox was overhauled and bolted back onto the engine, ready for installation.
Citroën BX – XPO – Finishing the Engine – Eps38
While recent XPO progress has been slow, finishing the engine ready to go back into the engine bay has been a big emotional boost.
Ford 7610 – Trima 1420 Loader Hydraulic Pipes
After Kelsall 2023, refitting the Trima 1420 loader to the Ford 7610 resulted in catastrophic failure of hydraulic pipes.
BXProject@ Kelsall Steam Rally 2024
A few weeks ago, I made the journey to Kelsall Steam Rally 2024. When, an electrical issue got out of control and I nearly didnt make it!
Citroën BX – Reproduction – 16V Bumper Bracket
The Citroen BX 16v Bumper Bracket is next on the list of parts to be reproduced to get XPO back on the road.Will it be bang or bust?
BXProject@ Drive It Day 2024
Despite the many I’ve joined in the past, Drive It Day 2024 was a fantastic day out with friends from 2CV GB in the Peak District.