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Title: collected my omega today
Post by: paolo on 06 January 2007, 03:20:43
brill condition..genuine 31k miles, new tyres and shockers....sounds meaty...not the facelift...dissapointing...radio not much cop
comfort is great...seats comfy....CANNOT NOCATE STEERING WHEEL RAKE/REACH ADJUSTMENT....

a day of policshing and cleaning tomorrow...previous owner was cancer, something which i cannot abide.

a power chip will soon be ordered...it has a nice irmscher rear spolier....

mists up really easily...

strong money for a 97 3.o elite auto...1800 quid....but genuine 2 owner 31k...feels really tight

i will get some pics sorted tomorrow

i added a full tank of 97 ron and my fuel additive...
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Auto Addict on 06 January 2007, 09:05:50
Enjoy :y
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Hillper on 06 January 2007, 09:50:23
Sounds good, I do hope that incredibly low mileage is genuine!  Were the shocks upgrades or replacements?

Replace the cabin air filter to stop the misting problem.  (Also make sure drain hole in bottom of filter box is unblocked).
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: tunnie on 06 January 2007, 10:06:33
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Sounds good, I do hope that incredibly low mileage is genuine!  Were the shocks upgrades or replacements?

Replace the cabin air filter to stop the misting problem.  (Also make sure drain hole in bottom of filter box is unblocked).

Yep replace the air filter, also run the system on 'ECO' on full heat for a while, that should help dry out a few things and reduce the moisture in the compressor.

Unfortunately pre mini-facelift Omega's don't have height adjustable steering  :(
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 06 January 2007, 10:25:22
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Sounds good, I do hope that incredibly low mileage is genuine!  Were the shocks upgrades or replacements?

Replace the cabin air filter to stop the misting problem.  (Also make sure drain hole in bottom of filter box is unblocked).

Yep replace the air filter, also run the system on 'ECO' on full heat for a while, that should help dry out a few things and reduce the moisture in the compressor.

Unfortunately pre mini-facelift Omega's don't have height adjustable steering  :(

I could have sworn my R reg 1998 2.0 GLS did...
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: tunnie on 06 January 2007, 10:26:34
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Sounds good, I do hope that incredibly low mileage is genuine!  Were the shocks upgrades or replacements?

Replace the cabin air filter to stop the misting problem.  (Also make sure drain hole in bottom of filter box is unblocked).

Yep replace the air filter, also run the system on 'ECO' on full heat for a while, that should help dry out a few things and reduce the moisture in the compressor.

Unfortunately pre mini-facelift Omega's don't have height adjustable steering  :(

I could have sworn my R reg 1998 2.0 GLS did...

'98 sure it wasn't mini facelift? - my '98 R Reflection V6 didn't have it...
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Admin on 06 January 2007, 11:31:08
31k on a '97?? Wow! :)

An elite should have adjustable steering column....

Owning a smokers car... hmmm I know how you feel. That could take some time to remove. :(

As the others have said, replace air/pollen filter, clear scuttle and give it an oil and filter change.
I would also change the fuel filter and certainly remove plenum and clean breather system and throttle bodies.

While the mileage is low, follow the usual procedures, you don't how the last owner drove it.
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: iggy21uk on 06 January 2007, 12:21:34
Is it due for a cam belt kit change ???????

Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Martin_1962 on 06 January 2007, 12:36:38
Wash all the plastics in the car, VAX any upholstery and get a neutrodol thingy

My car was a little grubby and the upholstery cleaner smelt funny - doing this cleamed mune up - should work with a faggy car
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Admin on 06 January 2007, 13:01:14
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Is it due for a cam belt kit change ???????

I would hope it has had 2 being a 9 year old car!  :o

Good point though.

If no recent documentation... get it sorted... pronto!
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Markie on 06 January 2007, 14:03:55
agree 100% with Dave, then post some pics for us to see  :y
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: TheBoy on 06 January 2007, 14:50:33
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I could have sworn my R reg 1998 2.0 GLS did...
Would have on minifacelift ;)
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: TheBoy on 06 January 2007, 14:51:22
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An elite should have adjustable steering column....
Not before MY 98
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Admin on 06 January 2007, 19:56:20
I think you will find the elites were equipped with adjustable steering columns from 97 onwards....

Note the use of the phrase "I think" ;)

I await correction/cofirmation from Mark...
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: tunnie on 06 January 2007, 20:06:38
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I think you will find the elites were equipped with adjustable steering columns from 97 onwards....

Note the use of the phrase "I think" ;)

I await correction/cofirmation from Mark...

I am with Jaime on this one, pre 1998 mini facelift don't have adjustable columns...
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: paolo on 07 January 2007, 01:38:43
just been getting used to my omega tonight....mists up really easily....but does it when 'eco' is pressed.....does 'eco' re route the air thru a hidden sauna?
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: Admin on 07 January 2007, 09:54:14
Eco disengages the aircon, which often has the affect of misting things up quite quickly.

First off, check the scuttle is clear though.
Title: Re: collected my omega today
Post by: TheBoy on 07 January 2007, 16:51:44
and change pollen filter as a matter of course...