Bereft this weekend!!

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2 of the left

February 17, 2012, 20:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
The 2 had to go into intensive care this forenoon.I've been nursing it for a few weeks now - Adding coolant daily, knowing there was a leak in the system - just could not determine exactly where - Well the 2 gave up her secret yesterday - Nearside bottom of Radiator (obvious road damage to corner)Luckily because of cold weather no overheating has occurred!! - Now - what shall I do this weekend - Origami, Flower arranging or sit by the phone waiting for updates on replacement?  s:cry: :cry: s:cry:
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redarrow

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February 17, 2012, 21:37 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Why didn't you just replace the radiator your self?

I was told it a easy job, maybe it a lie.

what the total in cost ?

member uktotty mastered it.
http://www.mr2roc.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=11&p=341812

Take the front plastics out, take the alarm with it just unplug.
Remove the 2 brackets under that which hold the bins and the rad in place.
Break off the 2 rusty bolts in the process or use lots of plusgas.
Remove the hoses (bit of a bugger) take out the rad to see all the holes in it.
reverse the process.

Here's a howto for coolant bleeding:
http://www.spydermagazine.com/2002/Nov/coolant/coolant.htm

oh yeah Coolant is a good idea, it takes about 6.5 litres IIRC


proper full guide with pictures.
http://www.mr2oc.co.uk/know-your-2-knowledge-base.html?kbartid=161

regards redarrow.
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P0155 passengers side position. (o2 sensor heater malfunction (bank 2 sensor 1)
P0141 passengers side down below exhaust position. (o2 sensor heater malfunction (bank 1 sensor 2[/size]

2 of the left

#2
February 17, 2012, 21:51 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
No tools - uneven ground in driveway (Gravelled)
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kentsmudger

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February 17, 2012, 22:10 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "redarrow"proper full guide with pictures.
http://www.mr2oc.co.uk/know-your-2-knowledge-base.html?kbartid=161

regards redarrow.
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2 of the left

#4
February 17, 2012, 22:41 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Don't I know it!!!
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loadswine

#5
February 17, 2012, 22:55 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Even if posted in English, it won't help if you have no tools. I wonder if the end cap seal have given up on the rad? Had one of those blow myself a while back.
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2 of the left

#6
February 17, 2012, 23:09 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Had full inspection by self - definitely struck by something that has clipped the corner  s:twisted: :twisted: s:twisted:  New Rad needed
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2 of the left

#7
February 20, 2012, 22:59 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Have been quoted £240 for change of Rad (my 2 apparently a "Grey Import") + MOT - plus removal of Precats should they be found in motor - Opinions please  s:?: :?: s:?:
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uktotty

#8
February 20, 2012, 23:09 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
£70 for a rad
3 hours labour £90
Gasket £10
Coolant £18

2 of the left

#9
February 20, 2012, 23:16 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "uktotty"£70 for a rad
3 hours labour £90
Gasket £10
Coolant £18
That sounds about right then considering the 2 hour knockout of Precats - If they are there!!!
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Anonymous

#10
February 20, 2012, 23:42 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Sounds good value at £240. Id be interested to know what the actual bill is.

2 of the left

#11
February 21, 2012, 22:23 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Actual bill came to £290 and no precats onboard - Walking on air when informed - I paid up without quibbling  s:bounce: :bounce: s:bounce:  And the 2 sailed through the MOT!!
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Anonymous

#12
February 21, 2012, 22:42 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Sounds fair.

2 of the left

#13
February 21, 2012, 23:06 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Got an advisory on the MOT though - front tyres showing deterioration on outside edges even if the treads are well within limits- So I reckon I'll bide my time.Both are Toyos and as far as I can tell they are still available but not so common as they used to be.Am I right?
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G20

#14
February 22, 2012, 09:40 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "2 of the left"Got an advisory on the MOT though - front tyres showing deterioration on outside edges even if the treads are well within limits- So I reckon I'll bide my time.Both are Toyos and as far as I can tell they are still available but not so common as they used to be.Am I right?

I got Toyos from camskill last week, good price too.

2 of the left

#15
February 22, 2012, 21:31 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
How much for fronts 15" ?
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Anonymous

#16
February 22, 2012, 21:42 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest

2 of the left

#17
February 22, 2012, 22:34 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "dick2ski"http://www.camskill.co.uk/m53b103s0p0/Car_Tyres_-_MPV_Tyres_-_People_Carrier_Tyres_-_15%5C_inch_TOYO_TYRES_CAR_TOYO_T1R_PROXES_TOYO_T1_R_-_
Cheers for that - I now have starting point to work from and it looks like they are still available.(from Camskill anyway)
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Steve Green

#18
February 22, 2012, 23:22 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "redarrow"Why didn't you just replace the radiator your self?

I was told it a easy job, maybe it a lie.

what the total in cost ?

member uktotty mastered it.
http://www.mr2roc.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=11&p=341812

Take the front plastics out, take the alarm with it just unplug.
Remove the 2 brackets under that which hold the bins and the rad in place.
Break off the 2 rusty bolts in the process or use lots of plusgas.
Remove the hoses (bit of a bugger) take out the rad to see all the holes in it.
reverse the process.

Here's a howto for coolant bleeding:
http://www.spydermagazine.com/2002/Nov/coolant/coolant.htm

oh yeah Coolant is a good idea, it takes about 6.5 litres IIRC


proper full guide with pictures.
http://www.mr2oc.co.uk/know-your-2-knowledge-base.html?kbartid=161

regards redarrow.

So much better to hear from someone, in their own words, who has done the job themselves.
A series of links, sometimes from different cars only leads to confusion.

I've never done the job myself but advice from the likes of Mkiii or D!ck2ski and many others who see a Mk3 regularly, carry much more gravitas.
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G20

#19
February 23, 2012, 09:02 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "2 of the left"How much for fronts 15" ?

I put 195/50/15 on the front at £34 each, and 225/40/16 on the back at £63 each.

£10 a corner to get them fitted from a local garage.

2 of the left

#20
February 23, 2012, 21:30 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "G20"
Quote from: "2 of the left"How much for fronts 15" ?

I put 195/50/15 on the front at £34 each, and 225/40/16 on the back at £63 each.

£10 a corner to get them fitted from a local garage.
Looks like overtime is in the offing then  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
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