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[JamesV6CDX]

Well the old one had definitely failed!

[TheBoy]

I'm currently on a 50-50 mix, so fingers crossed!

In addition to the correct strength, its age is important.  Some people think that as it says 5yrs (or 2yrs, depending on type), that it will be fine for 5/2yrs. Idiots. Half the stated life

[joff]

I'm currently on a 50-50 mix, so fingers crossed!

In addition to the correct strength, its age is important.  Some people think that as it says 5yrs (or 2yrs, depending on type), that it will be fine for 5/2yrs. Idiots. Half the stated life

Check mine every service, and change when needed, always 50/50 or higher

[JamesV6CDX]

Took a trip to the VX dealer today. I came home with:

Manifold gaskets x 2



Cam Cover gaskets (Genuine obviously) and O rings





Spark plugs x 6



Oil Filter spin on conversion kit plus a pile of filters:





Heater bypass valve (It's not leaking, but common sense says change it while easily accessible). This item has dropped a bit in price!



Coolant Bridge Doughty Washers



Oil cooler pipe washers:



Grey goo for oil cooler



Black goo for camcover gaskets



Front coolant transfer pipe, for the new stat:



I am also awaiting online delivery of other components, from other suppliers, such as cambelt kit, aux belt, thermostat, new exhaust from cats back.

I already have oil and antifreeze

Plus 5 cans of carb cleaner.

This car is getting the works

[JamesV6CDX]

The engine oil is black and thick. Before it runs again, sump is coming off for a clean out and strainer-check, just for belt and braces.

I also have a hoard of Dex3 ATF, so she will be getting new gearbox oil

[Diamond Black Geezer]

Christ, looking at that picture of the oil cooler I literally dread to think what mine would look like if I delved in and removed it.


Looking good James, anyway. This is going to be a cracking motor when you're finished 

[TheBoy]

Christ, looking at that picture of the oil cooler I literally dread to think what mine would look like if I delved in and removed it.


Looking good James, anyway. This is going to be a cracking motor when you're finished 

Fairly clean I'd imagine, if its not failed

[Diamond Black Geezer]

Given the scenario of 'everything's going to be all right' and 'it's fail, FAIL I tells ya!' I automatically default to the latter.

Given the approx 3,000 components on an Omega, that's a lot of sleepless nights for me! 


But thanks for the clarification.  I think knowing she sat for 7 years unmoved, and then got driven into 5 months after getting back on the road I kind of look for problems, every rattle, squeak, or murmur gets me concerned...

[JamesV6CDX]

Not got very far today.

Interestingly look at the old oil cooler plate. I clearly won't be reusing this. Poor coolant mix has properly corroded it:



We have seen on this forum before where cooler plates have holed. Looking at the depth of this corrosion I won't be using it, as this car is going to Spain later in the year.

As TB keeps saying. Maintain your coolant!!!

[JamesV6CDX]

Also uncovered a couple of other points of note

The stat looks original. Yet the b@stard bolt isn't original, it's a 13mm hex.

The stat had been sealed with black sealant. Also a non standard jubilee clip was on the stat pipe.

The rear coolant pipe has also had the clip disturbed

What I am getting at is, who has been in here, and more importantly, for what reason 

[JamesV6CDX]

In the meantime... New cat back exhaust fitted. Fitted v nicely all with new rubbers, no issues

Old system rotten as a peach....

[05omegav6]

Where's the exhaust from and how much... might need one for acquisition 

[JamesV6CDX]

Also now fitted new Cambelt kit, aux belt, and new aux tensioner.

I am spending a fortune on this thing, I'm hoping it will be a very, very decent Elite when I'm done

[tunnie]

Where's the exhaust from and how much... might need one for acquisition 

Looks like ETS?

[JamesV6CDX]

Where's the exhaust from and how much... might need one for acquisition 

I'd advise you wait until I've trialled it to make sure it sounds ok.... it does fit very well though.

£72 delivered incl new rubbers and clamps from I think Germany. eBay job, I will find the link for you if you need it.

Genuine Gm isn't cost effective now it's not double skinned, so thought I'd take a punt