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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: robson on 09 February 2022, 16:20:50

Title: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 09 February 2022, 16:20:50: Any ideas on getting a tank for my 2.6 2003 Vauxhall say no longer available part no is 90500223
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 16:59:20: Autodoc have this under the part number you give Rob:

https://www.autodoc.co.uk/spares-search?keyword=90500223

;)

JUST REALIZED IT IS OUT OF STOCK!! :P
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 17:05:13: But here is another that is in stock:

https://www.autovaux.co.uk/90500223-tank-header-radiator-as90500223

:D ;)
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 09 February 2022, 17:34:52: hello Lizzie rang autovaux today and they said no way from them. any knowledge about YOU.S in Germany they show one on ebay that matches part no from GM 90500223 at a reasonable price for Germany
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 18:10:54: Quote from: robson on 09 February 2022, 17:34:52
hello Lizzie rang autovaux today and they said no way from them. any knowledge about YOU.S in Germany they show one on ebay that matches part no from GM 90500223 at a reasonable price for Germany

So why is their site advertising it is available, as per the link? ??? ???

Very odd. I would try and order it on that link and see what happens. ;)

Yes there are some ridiculously priced ones on eBay, that personally I wouldn't touch ;)

No knowledge of YOU.S
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 18:20:20: Anyway, I suspect DG will be onto this in due course and give you his contacts in the USA where GM products for our Omega's are available under the American car badges out there. ;)
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 09 February 2022, 18:33:54: The Internet is freely available to all :-X
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: LC0112G on 09 February 2022, 19:46:50: Quote from: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 18:10:54
Quote from: robson on 09 February 2022, 17:34:52
hello Lizzie rang autovaux today and they said no way from them. any knowledge about YOU.S in Germany they show one on ebay that matches part no from GM 90500223 at a reasonable price for Germany

So why is their site advertising it is available, as per the link? ??? ???

Very odd. I would try and order it on that link and see what happens. ;)

I've ordered several times from them - mainly Carlton parts. Sometimes the 'In Stock' parts actually arrive. But more often than not they don't. Seems that they may have had the stuff in stock once - say 10 years ago - but not now and they don't bother updating the website.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 19:48:32: Quote from: LC0112G on 09 February 2022, 19:46:50
Quote from: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 18:10:54
Quote from: robson on 09 February 2022, 17:34:52
hello Lizzie rang autovaux today and they said no way from them. any knowledge about YOU.S in Germany they show one on ebay that matches part no from GM 90500223 at a reasonable price for Germany

So why is their site advertising it is available, as per the link? ??? ???

Very odd. I would try and order it on that link and see what happens. ;)

I've ordered several times from them - mainly Carlton parts. Sometimes the 'In Stock' parts actually arrive. But more often than not they don't. Seems that they may have had the stuff in stock once - say 10 years ago - but not now and they don't bother updating the website.

Ah, that would explain it. I have noted in the recent past that they have a not so good reputation on here :(
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 09 February 2022, 19:49:51: Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 09 February 2022, 18:33:54
The Internet is freely available to all :-X

Maybe, but some need extra help to find what they are seeking. ;)
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2022, 20:00:38: Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 09 February 2022, 18:33:54
The Internet is freely available to all :-X
No, most people have to pay for it.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: STEMO on 09 February 2022, 20:16:52: Oh, yes :-X
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 09 February 2022, 23:59:01: Companies list stuff as available/in stock on the basis that they can get it from somewhere else and drop ship it to the unaware customer. They do this because it makes them look good, and even if it costs them to do it, you'll think that they're wonderful and when you return for something they actually carry, they will get their money back and some.

Unfortunately that is how most online stores operate. Decent ones are easily identified with a phone call as they actually exist and are geared up to serve people that call/visit.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: johnnydog on 10 February 2022, 01:14:51: Quote from: robson on 09 February 2022, 16:20:50
Any ideas on getting a tank for my 2.6 2003 Vauxhall say no longer available part no is 90500223

If you can't find a new expansion tank, I have a good used one if any use...? May need a good swill out, but ok otherwise.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 10 February 2022, 08:45:35: Thanks Yohnnydog Yes I would like that incase I cant get one. Let me know what the cost will be and I will transfer that or send you a cheque.If I can get a new one I will keep yours in stock for any other forum members that may be in need.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: johnnydog on 10 February 2022, 21:49:05: No problem. I'll dig it out tomorrow, and pm you. :y
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 10 February 2022, 22:14:59: Thanks will look forward to hearing from you.
Ron
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 11 February 2022, 15:42:15: I am trying to get the pipe clip, original I expect, off the large hose on the expansion tank, my tool doesnt seem to make any movement.The small clips move OK. What am I missing?
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 11 February 2022, 15:51:43: Vice grips?

Once the clip is loose, move it off the spigot and twist the hose to free it from the spigot ;)
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: biggriffin on 11 February 2022, 17:12:56: If Jonny can't help, I've got one :y
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: Nick W on 11 February 2022, 17:35:02: Quote from: robson on 11 February 2022, 15:42:15
I am trying to get the pipe clip, original I expect, off the large hose on the expansion tank, my tool doesnt seem to make any movement.The small clips move OK. What am I missing?

Use two small mole grips to pull the clamp apart.
Install it firmly in the bin.
Replace with a proper clamp.
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: johnnydog on 11 February 2022, 19:12:35: Quote from: robson on 10 February 2022, 22:14:59
Thanks will look forward to hearing from you.
Ron

Sent you a PM re the expansion tank :y
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 11 February 2022, 20:20:30: Thank you BIGRIFF John is sending me one
Ron
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: robson on 13 February 2022, 18:35:14: Hello biggriffin I sent you a pm today
Ron
Title: Re: expansion tank no.2
Post by: biggriffin on 13 February 2022, 21:55:22: Quote from: robson on 13 February 2022, 18:35:14
Hello biggriffin I sent you a pm today
Ron

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