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Chat Area => General Car Chat => Topic started by: Auto Addict on 07 August 2010, 07:04:13
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Collected my new 2.6 CDX with full leathers yesterday.
Bought as seen, from a dealer, so got a good discount.
Problems:-
Noisey front offside wheel bearing.
O2 sensor emmissions problems (previous owner has got bills amounting to £590 trying to sort it, from Surefit :o)
Needs a proper service, plugs, breathers, filters etc.
Needs a cambelt change.
Other than that it's fine ;D
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Pictures of your 1/3 addition?
And I take it the emissions issue is a bit more involved than the normal pre cat issue?
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Pictures of your 1/3 addition?
And I take it the emissions issue is a bit more involved than the normal pre cat issue?
Pictures in the gallery.
Hope to get the emissions sorted with the all knowlegeable ones at Newent.
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Oh yes, tidy job with cow :y
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Right done a bit of work.
Tried to change the oil first, no go, can't get the oil filter undone >:(
Spent an hour and a half trying.
Front door strap washers changed, to stop the crack of doom.
Changed the pollen filter.
Changed the air filter, underneath the air filter, blocking the air intake was a dirty great oily wrag :o
Got the multi rams working, just needed a bit of release oil on them.
Got rid of 2 of the 4 fault codes.
Didn't change the plugs, will wait for Newent.
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Encouraging, so far 8-) :y :y
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Full vx service history per chance?
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Full vx service history per chance?
For the first 3 years.
Last service was done by Surefit - Wolverhampton.
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What! you got a free oily rag?! :D
I had to make my own :o ;D
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Right done a bit of work.
Tried to change the oil first, no go, can't get the oil filter undone >:(
Spent an hour and a half trying.
Front door strap washers changed, to stop the crack of doom.
Changed the pollen filter.
Changed the air filter, underneath the air filter, blocking the air intake was a dirty great oily wrag :o
Got the multi rams working, just needed a bit of release oil on them.
Got rid of 2 of the 4 fault codes.
Didn't change the plugs, will wait for Newent.
Not trying to be clever, but no cleaning of the breathers AA? :-/ :-/
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Right done a bit of work.
Tried to change the oil first, no go, can't get the oil filter undone >:(
Spent an hour and a half trying.
Front door strap washers changed, to stop the crack of doom.
Changed the pollen filter.
Changed the air filter, underneath the air filter, blocking the air intake was a dirty great oily wrag :o
Got the multi rams working, just needed a bit of release oil on them.
Got rid of 2 of the 4 fault codes.
Didn't change the plugs, will wait for Newent.
Not trying to be clever, but no cleaning of the breathers AA? :-/ :-/
Another day Lizzie, bit cream crackered after lying on my back trying to get the oil filter off.
At my age now (Oh to be 30 years younger), I have to take my time with things :(
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Right done a bit of work.
Tried to change the oil first, no go, can't get the oil filter undone >:(
Spent an hour and a half trying.
Front door strap washers changed, to stop the crack of doom.
Changed the pollen filter.
Changed the air filter, underneath the air filter, blocking the air intake was a dirty great oily wrag :o
Got the multi rams working, just needed a bit of release oil on them.
Got rid of 2 of the 4 fault codes.
Didn't change the plugs, will wait for Newent.
Not trying to be clever, but no cleaning of the breathers AA? :-/ :-/
Another day Lizzie, bit cream crackered after lying on my back trying to get the oil filter off.
At my age now (Oh to be 30 years younger), I have to take my time with things :(
Iknow exactly what you mean AA!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
Been there, done it, and still aching from it!! :o :o We are NOT getting any younger!! :'( :'( :'( ;) ;)
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P0135 - O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
(02) - Intermittent
P0135 - O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 1)
(08) - Intermittent
Fault codes.
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Have they tried a known good sensor from a breaker?
Won't a 2.6 be a bit too fast for you AA? ;D
It's going to want to do more than 49mph in the middle lane you know.
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Have they tried a known good sensor from a breaker?
Won't a 2.6 be a bit too fast for you AA? ;D
It's going to want to do more than 49mph in the middle lane you know.
Kevin's hopefully going to sort out the sensor issues at Newent.
No it's not too fast, drive it locked in first gear... ;)
The frustrating bit is what I used to be able to do in my stride, I am now reliant on other people to do.
It makes me a bit depressed at times :(
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Bit concerned about the ride height at the rear.
My 2.2 measures 70cm at floor to wheel arch, the 2.6 measures 66cm.
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Ohhh gawd, we swapping those spring assisters over ;D ;D ;D
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Ohhh gawd, we swapping those spring assisters over ;D ;D ;D
No, me and a mate took them off the 2.2 yesterday, don't fit the 2.6, different seating at the bottom of the coil.
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The good news was he managed to shift the oil filter :y
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Don't forget that I'm not far away if you need any help AA ;) :y
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Don't forget that I'm not far away if you need any help AA ;) :y
Cheers :y
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
My Dad gets our Gnome to do it. ;D
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-? >:( ;D
My Dad gets our Gnome to do it. ;D
Buy a 4 pot instead, then the only thing at risk is your lower lumbar region! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;)
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By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
You only do that once before learning ;)
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Thought 2.2 and 2.6 springs would be the same. Are the coils complete?
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Thought 2.2 and 2.6 springs would be the same. Are the coils complete?
Contacted the spring assisters manufacturer, they said according to their data, all Omegas are the same.
I have a feeling that aftermarket springs have been fitted :(
On the 2.2 the cup fitted into the bottom of the spring, on the 2.6 there is a rubber plate that the coil sits on, so you cannot fit the bottom cup into the spring, if you can understand that.
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Thought 2.2 and 2.6 springs would be the same. Are the coils complete?
Contacted the spring assisters manufacturer, they said according to their data, all Omegas are the same.
I have a feeling that aftermarket springs have been fitted :(
On the 2.2 the cup fitted into the bottom of the spring, on the 2.6 there is a rubber plate that the coil sits on, so you cannot fit the bottom cup into the spring, if you can understand that.
There are differences amongst models, but the top and bottom fittings are same. You absoluetly sure that both rear springs are complete?
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Thought 2.2 and 2.6 springs would be the same. Are the coils complete?
Contacted the spring assisters manufacturer, they said according to their data, all Omegas are the same.
I have a feeling that aftermarket springs have been fitted :(
On the 2.2 the cup fitted into the bottom of the spring, on the 2.6 there is a rubber plate that the coil sits on, so you cannot fit the bottom cup into the spring, if you can understand that.
There are differences amongst models, but the top and bottom fittings are same. You absoluetly sure that both rear springs are complete?
In what way?
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Noot broken ;)
Sometimes, a pic is worth......
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
I unwind the oil filter cap very slowly, then when the oil starts to show I just leave it draining into a container until all the oil is out. A cloth is used when I finally remove the cap to catch the very last drops of oil. ;) ;)
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Noot broken ;)
Sometimes, a pic is worth......
Indeed.
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
I unwind the oil filter cap very slowly, then when the oil starts to show I just leave it draining into a container until all the oil is out. A cloth is used when I finally remove the cap to catch the very last drops of oil. ;) ;)
Typical woman's logic ;)
I am a mere male remember. :-[
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
I unwind the oil filter cap very slowly, then when the oil starts to show I just leave it draining into a container until all the oil is out. A cloth is used when I finally remove the cap to catch the very last drops of oil. ;) ;)
Typical woman's logic ;)
I am a mere male remember. :-[
You could always ask Mrs AA to do the oil changes ;D ;D
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That's the oil and filter changed, filter cap was so gunged up, I had to clean it out with carb cleaner.
By the way, all you V6 owners, how do you change the oil filter, without getting it all over your hair? :-?
>:( ;D
I unwind the oil filter cap very slowly, then when the oil starts to show I just leave it draining into a container until all the oil is out. A cloth is used when I finally remove the cap to catch the very last drops of oil. ;) ;)
Typical woman's logic ;)
I am a mere male remember. :-[
You could always ask Mrs AA to do the oil changes ;D ;D
Then I'd get all 6ltrs poured over my hair..... :D
Mind you, I could say that you suggested it.....(whilst at Newnent)..... ::) ;)
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Noot broken ;)
Sometimes, a pic is worth......
Picture as requested:-
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i143/Auto_Addict/RearSpring001.jpg)
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Not sure thats complete AA...
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Looks like the pig tail has snapped off (as they do) to me too.
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:(
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That's Newent out then, can't tow a caravan with that, unless someone can help me fix it before then. :(
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Feel free to pop by, but needs to be in next week or so
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Feel free to pop by, but needs to be in next week or so
Thanks, will phone you on Sunday, we're off now till then.
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If you can pick a pair of springs up I'll come over B, I'm still off work till Monday ;) :y
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Here you are AA, do your springs have the pigs tail that curls around the pin in this shot?
Sorry for the quality just snapped a quickie with the phone while TG was fixing my rim leak.
(http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m302/CaptainZok/IMAGE_169.jpg)
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I'm going for these from buypartsby:-
Part Number : RJ6211
Cost : £38.82 + vat
Coil Spring
Model: OMEGA B 2.6
Year range: 01/00-12/04
Location: RR
Extra info: Saloon
Heavy Duty
Mini-Bloc type
Petrol
I thought the heavy duty would be better for towing.
Anyone got any thoughts on them please?
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I'm going for these from buypartsby:-
Part Number : RJ6211
Cost : £38.82 + vat
Coil Spring
Model: OMEGA B 2.6
Year range: 01/00-12/04
Location: RR
Extra info: Saloon
Heavy Duty
Mini-Bloc type
Petrol
I thought the heavy duty would be better for towing.
Anyone got any thoughts on them please?
They'll do nicely B :y
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What! you got a free oily rag?! :D
I had to make my own :o ;D
Lmao. ;D ;D ;D ;D
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I'm going for these from buypartsby:-
Part Number : RJ6211
Cost : £38.82 + vat
Coil Spring
Model: OMEGA B 2.6
Year range: 01/00-12/04
Location: RR
Extra info: Saloon
Heavy Duty
Mini-Bloc type
Petrol
I thought the heavy duty would be better for towing.
Anyone got any thoughts on them please?
They'll do nicely B :y
Cheers :y
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Get the Monroe shocks as well - they are brilliant!
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I'm going for these from buypartsby:-
Part Number : RJ6211
Cost : £38.82 + vat
Coil Spring
Model: OMEGA B 2.6
Year range: 01/00-12/04
Location: RR
Extra info: Saloon
Heavy Duty
Mini-Bloc type
Petrol
I thought the heavy duty would be better for towing.
Anyone got any thoughts on them please?
They'll do nicely B :y
Cheers :y
If you need a hand let me know :y
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I'm going for these from buypartsby:-
Part Number : RJ6211
Cost : £38.82 + vat
Coil Spring
Model: OMEGA B 2.6
Year range: 01/00-12/04
Location: RR
Extra info: Saloon
Heavy Duty
Mini-Bloc type
Petrol
I thought the heavy duty would be better for towing.
Anyone got any thoughts on them please?
They'll do nicely B :y
Cheers :y
If you need a hand let me know :y
Cheers, again :y
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Big thanks to TB.
Rear springs replaced, spring assister's fitted.
Took a bit of persuading to get them seated, bit of modification to TB's home made spring compressors, but we got there in the end.
Cups of tea provided by Mrs TB, pie and chips from the local chippie.
The wrong springs had been fitted, hence why the photo's didn't look right.
Handling is now much improved.
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Mud flaps fitted this morning - getting there.
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Big thanks to TB.
Rear springs replaced, spring assister's fitted.
Took a bit of persuading to get them seated, bit of modification to TB's home made spring compressors, but we got there in the end.
Cups of tea provided by Mrs TB, pie and chips from the local chippie.
The wrong springs had been fitted, hence why the photo's didn't look right.
Handling is now much improved.
You're welcome.
The springs weren't broken, they just weren't Omega ones. And very, very short ;D ;D
The replacements were heavy duties, along with the spring assisters, a bitch to fit. I reckon it looked a shade high now, but would be interesting to see what its like with the pikey wagon hitched up :y
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It rides half an inch higher than my old 2.2.
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Forgot to mention, broke a socket, trying to undo the front wheel bolts, all nicely greased up and torqued properly now though.
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can't see 1/2 inch making much differnce, bet the ride will be better with the van on the back, and may not even need the assisters.
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can't see 1/2 inch making much differnce, bet the ride will be better with the van on the back, and may not even need the assisters.
Got the assisters fitted, driving back from Blackley, ride was much improved, even over the speed bumps ;D
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It rides half an inch higher than my old 2.2.
Its bound to be, it has heavy duty springs and spring assistors
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can't see 1/2 inch making much differnce, bet the ride will be better with the van on the back, and may not even need the assisters.
Got the assisters fitted, driving back from Blackley, ride was much improved, even over the speed bumps ;D
No shortage of speed bumps around these parts. Fortunately, we don't have any speed cameras within 5 miles, nor those other stupid traffic calming chicanes....
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Big thank you to Wellung for coming over to do the breathers.
One pipe was split, another was totally bunged up.
Engine management didn't come on when we started it, thought we had magicaly cured it, but it's come back on again now.
Will clear the codes in the morning, and run diagnostics on it again.
Changed the spark plugs at the same time, which were well overdue by the looks of them. Surprise, surprise, guess how tight the old ones were >:(
Hopefully, only the front wheel bearing, door lock (new one kindly supplied by Wellung), O2 emmissions fault and cam belt to do now, apart from a few dash bulbs.
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As always, a pleasure to see you again B :y You know where I am if you need any more help :y
I have to say this is another immaculate car that you have, definately up to your impecable standards. Shame about the EML re-appearing though :Y
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More problems, (have I bought a pig in a poke?).
Rear seat lap strap missing, never noticed that when I bought it.
Passenger seat motor only clicks when you operate the button.
Ignition key has started sticking in the lock.
After doing the breathers, and taking it for a good run yesterday, engine is running like a 3 legged dog.
Depressed :(
Mrs AA's not a happy bunny, had to ride in the back as she can't adjust the seat properly.
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Thats disappointing
Fault codes? air leak?
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1163236766
may sort your seat issue :y
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Thats disappointing
Fault codes? air leak?
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1163236766
may sort your seat issue :y
Thanks for that.
Interesting, I can now get rid of the fault codes, drive it, and the engine management light stays off.
Stop, and restart it, light comes back on with the the same fault codes as posted earlier.
Must be an air leak, I think, wish I knew more about these V6's, still struggling to find my way around the bloody thing, even after helping, watching Wellung take the thing to bits.
Still don't think I've got the confidence to do it on my own yet. :(
Hands and fingers losing some of their strength :(
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Eml - just the O2 fault?
air leak - spray carb cleaner around the engine with it idling, if the note changes, you have a leak....good time to polish it up too :y
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So, what are the codes that keep coming back? Just the O2 heater warning?
I wonder if this is only triggered when starting cold?
Do you still have a large fuel trim on one bank only? That could be a clue. Maybe an air leak into that bank, exhaust manifold drawing in air or just a dead lambda sensor, I suppose.
Kevin
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Right, Mrs AA can now sit in the front seat, thank's to Marks guide, and Jimbob pointing me into the right direction.
Don't know what I was thinking about, it's got a 3 point centre belt in the rear :-[
Re-seated the 4 pipes at the back of the plenum, seems a bit better now.
Cleared the codes, started it and got:-
P0135 -(2) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
P0135 - (8) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfuction (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
No EML.
Took it for a run:-
as above +
P0135 -(4) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Open (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Not Present.
P0136 -(4) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Detected (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
Switched off - re-started EML on.
Same codes.
Engine temperature doesn't seem to run much above 80.
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Right, Mrs AA can now sit in the front seat, thank's to Marks guide, and Jimbob pointing me into the right direction.
Don't know what I was thinking about, it's got a 3 point centre belt in the rear :-[
Re-seated the 4 pipes at the back of the plenum, seems a bit better now.
Cleared the codes, started it and got:-
P0135 -(2) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
P0135 - (8) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfuction (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
No EML.
Took it for a run:-
as above +
P0135 -(4) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Open (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Not Present.
P0136 -(4) O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Detected (Bank 1 Sensor 1) - Intermitant.
Switched off - re-started EML on.
Same codes.
Engine temperature doesn't seem to run much above 80.
Stat sounds knackered. Not a big issue, but something you'll want to get sorted eventually. Fortunately a good guide ::), probably still in test area, unless JB has got round to merging it to our existing guide ;D
Might be worth getting someone at Newent to monitor the lamdas when you go for a drive, though initial thoughts are the lamda wiring looks suspicious. The fact that its one bank only makes me think it probably isn't MAF
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I've got a few lambda sensors sitting around. anyone know the part numbers for these and I'll check if I have the right ones?
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I've got a few lambda sensors sitting around. anyone know the part numbers for these and I'll check if I have the right ones?
Trade Club quote 9195606 for a 2.6 Lambda Sensor.
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I've got a few lambda sensors sitting around. anyone know the part numbers for these and I'll check if I have the right ones?
Trade Club quote 9195606 for a 2.6 Lambda Sensor.
I'll have a look in work in the morning, they are in a box there :y
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Had a look and I've only got 1 lambda in the box and the part number is 09 202 576 which I believe is off a 2.2.
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Had a look and I've only got 1 lambda in the box and the part number is 09 202 576 which I believe is off a 2.2.
No worries, thanks for looking.
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Cracked it!
Second oil change, and no oil in my hair :y
:) :) :) :)
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Forgot to mention, re-seated the tubes at the back of the plenum, clicked the eco strip home by the last couple of mm.
Running like a dream now (nearly as quick as my old 2.2) ;D
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Forgot to mention, re-seated the tubes at the back of the plenum, clicked the eco strip home by the last couple of mm.
Running like a dream now (nearly as quick as my old 2.2) ;D
I thought that might have been the case :y
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To flush or not to flush?
2nd oil change after 200 miles was as black as the ace of spades.
What do you recon?
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Id just stick to some low mileage changes....its what im doing here :y
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Id just stick to some low mileage changes....its what im doing here :y
Yes, I don't like flushing engines.
Recon it would be a good idea to take the sump off, and give it a good clean out?
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Id just stick to some low mileage changes....its what im doing here :y
Yes, I don't like flushing engines.
Recon it would be a good idea to take the sump off, and give it a good clean out?
Seems to be a bit of a trend of it at the mo....shouldnt hurt and you know that pickup pipe is clear.
Im thinking some oil changes till you get a few thousand miles between changes, then clear out the rest of the crap manually may be an idea :-/
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Id just stick to some low mileage changes....its what im doing here :y
Yes, I don't like flushing engines.
Recon it would be a good idea to take the sump off, and give it a good clean out?
Seems to be a bit of a trend of it at the mo....shouldnt hurt and you know that pickup pipe is clear.
Im thinking some oil changes till you get a few thousand miles between changes, then clear out the rest of the crap manually may be an idea :-/
You've got the job! ;D
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Forgot to mention, re-seated the tubes at the back of the plenum, clicked the eco strip home by the last couple of mm.
Running like a dream now (nearly as quick as my old 2.2) ;D
45mph? :o
;)
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I too vote lots of short oil changes....
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Forgot to mention, re-seated the tubes at the back of the plenum, clicked the eco strip home by the last couple of mm.
Running like a dream now (nearly as quick as my old 2.2) ;D
45mph? :o
;)
When you drove it, you only did 25 mph :D
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Strange, for a short period today, the central locking worked off the key fob :-/
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Strange, for a short period today, the central locking worked off the key fob :-/
Working again today.
Is it because I've been spraying the lock mechanism with liberal amounts of silicone lubricant?
Time will tell.
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Right, I'm about to change my front brake pads, is there anything I need to know?
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erm, 1 that springs to mind is open the bleed nipple before pushing the caliper back in, gets rid of more old fluid, and reduces risk of inverting the master cylinder. :y
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erm, 1 that springs to mind is open the bleed nipple before pushing the caliper back in, gets rid of more old fluid, and reduces risk of inverting the master cylinder. :y
Got no brake fluid, left it at Marks :(
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Another job under the belt, changed the brake fluid & bled the brakes.
(It was a bit difficult trying to keep my foot on the brake pedal, whilst reaching under the car to tighten the bleed nipple, but using a telescopic flexible shaft ring spanner, just managed it).
;)
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Another job under the belt, changed the brake fluid & bled the brakes.
(It was a bit difficult trying to keep my foot on the brake pedal, whilst reaching under the car to tighten the bleed nipple, but using a telescopic flexible shaft ring spanner, just managed it).
;)
Sounds like you need a broom stick to push the brake pedal while you're round the back. Works on a Westfield, anyway. :y
There'll be nothing to do at Newent at this rate.
Kevin
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Another job under the belt, changed the brake fluid & bled the brakes.
(It was a bit difficult trying to keep my foot on the brake pedal, whilst reaching under the car to tighten the bleed nipple, but using a telescopic flexible shaft ring spanner, just managed it).
;)
Sounds like you need a broom stick to push the brake pedal while you're round the back. Works on a Westfield, anyway. :y
There'll be nothing to do at Newent at this rate.
Kevin
Don't you believe it! :D
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How do you find it going from a 2.2 144bhp Omega to a 179bhp one after having a 2.2 for a long period?
I had a 2.2 CDX manual for 15 months or so, bought it with 28k, and it was very nice. I always thought it was adequate in the power department, nothing amazing but good enough. I found the extra 35bhp and 2 cylninders of the 2.6 made such a big difference. I now have a 2003 2.6 Elite manual, and find it much better to drive. It requires less effort, even when just potting about on country lanes - there's no real need to change down a gear as it has enough power.
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How do you find it going from a 2.2 144bhp Omega to a 179bhp one after having a 2.2 for a long period?
I had a 2.2 CDX manual for 15 months or so, bought it with 28k, and it was very nice. I always thought it was adequate in the power department, nothing amazing but good enough. I found the extra 35bhp and 2 cylninders of the 2.6 made such a big difference. I now have a 2003 2.6 Elite manual, and find it much better to drive. It requires less effort, even when just potting about on country lanes - there's no real need to change down a gear as it has enough power.
Hopefully, when all the problems with it are sorted this weekend at Newent, I will say it is a far superior car, but, at the moment, can't say I've noticed a lot of difference.
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I'm sweating on a water pump arriving today, can you still change the cam belt on a 2.6 without changing the water pump?
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I'm sweating on a water pump arriving today, can you still change the cam belt on a 2.6 without changing the water pump?
yes its optional...most of us would change every other belt change...or at the 1st when you own the car.
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I'm sweating on a water pump arriving today, can you still change the cam belt on a 2.6 without changing the water pump?
yes its optional...most of us would change every other belt change...or at the 1st when you own the car.
Thanks.
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I have a spare V6 water pump (non-gen from AutoVaux, IIRC) if you're stuck. Might even find somewhere to pack it...
Kevin
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I have a spare V6 water pump (non-gen from AutoVaux, IIRC) if you're stuck. Might even find somewhere to pack it...
Kevin
Pop it in Mrs KW's handbag, she won't notice :P
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Sweat over, it's just arrived, thank's anyway KW :y
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I have a spare V6 water pump (non-gen from AutoVaux, IIRC) if you're stuck. Might even find somewhere to pack it...
Kevin
Pop it in Mrs KW's handbag, she won't notice :P
True enough, with all the other sheight that's in there. ;D
Kevin
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Yeh, sounds about right, my Mrs's hand bag I am sure used to belong to Sport Billy, its the only explanation as to how she gets so much
crap stuff in it.
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Yeh, sounds about right, my Mrs's hand bag I am sure used to belong to Sport Billy, its the only explanation as to how she gets so much crap stuff in it.
;D
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Sue only has two, whe has a large red one with attached monkey (looked up - Kipling) and a holiday bag called an Old Bag ;D ;D
And stuffed full of gumpf.
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Oi! You lot, what have handbags got to do with my project >:(
;D ;D ;D ;D
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Sue only has two, whe has a large red one with attached monkey (looked up - Kipling) and a holiday bag called an Old Bag ;D ;D
And stuffed full of gumpf.
Tripping over the ruddy things here, and don't get me started on the shoes. ::)
Kevin
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Car now sorted, thanks to the great Newent crowd. :y
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Sue only has two, whe has a large red one with attached monkey (looked up - Kipling) and a holiday bag called an Old Bag ;D ;D
And stuffed full of gumpf.
Tripping over the ruddy things here, and don't get me started on the shoes. ::)
Kevin
Then there's the ones she bought yesterday ;D ;D ;D
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Sue only has two, whe has a large red one with attached monkey (looked up - Kipling) and a holiday bag called an Old Bag ;D ;D
And stuffed full of gumpf.
Tripping over the ruddy things here, and don't get me started on the shoes. ::)
Kevin
Then there's the ones she bought yesterday ;D ;D ;D
:-X :o
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ohh yes, we are not meant to tell Kevin about those extra handbags she bought are we :y
Mums the word :y
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ohh yes, we are not meant to tell Kevin about those extra handbags she bought are we :y
Mums the word :y
Yup sworn to secrecy about those. ;D
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We wouldn't mutter a word....
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Just done 3rd oil change 200 miles/200 miles/300 miles.
Still coming out pretty black, but not quite so much sludge.
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Just done 3rd oil change 200 miles/200 miles/300 miles.
Still coming out pretty black, but not quite so much sludge.
Keep it up, it will improve. Probably OK to move to 500m changes now though :y
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Just done 3rd oil change 200 miles/200 miles/300 miles.
Still coming out pretty black, but not quite so much sludge.
Keep it up, it will improve. Probably OK to move to 500m changes now though :y
Anybody want to buy any second hand oil, going cheap :D
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Anybody want to buy any second hand oil, going cheap :D[/quote]
I'd have it from you, if you were closer to leeds.
www.backyardmetalcasting.com
I melt stuff, to make stuff :.)
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[quote
Anybody want to buy any second hand oil, going cheap :D
I'd have it from you, if you were closer to leeds.
www.backyardmetalcasting.com
I melt stuff, to make stuff :.)
[/quote]
Very interesting indeed Big :y - am impressed 8-) :y :y
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ta.
I cast a replica of my 1yo nephew's hand, in aluminium[1] last year as a birthday present.
first time I've EVER seen my sister speechless.
[1] actually a melted-down mondeo alloy wheel.
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Thanks to the 'Master' last night, who did alot of re-soldering and heat sinking on the wiring of the O2 sensor, I now have only 2 intermitant codes.
Problem not cured, but he's working on it.
EML did come on today, still only showing 2 codes instead of 4, cleared it, and as yet, no codes are showing.
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Hmmm, proving to be challenge... ...still, Master likes a challenge ;D
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Hmmm, proving to be challenge... ...still, Master likes a challenge ;D
He has a solution..... ;)
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Just waiting till he semi-retires at the end of the month.
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Hmmm, proving to be challenge... ...still, Master likes a challenge ;D
He has a solution..... ;)
Stick Pikey palace on back, 2 gallons of 4 star, 1 match?
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Hmmm, proving to be challenge... ...still, Master likes a challenge ;D
He has a solution..... ;)
Stick Pikey palace on back, 2 gallons of 4 star, 1 match?
:( :( :( :(
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Simple job? Not!
The ignition key occassionaly sticks in the barrel, so, armed with the excellent guides written by Mark & Matchless I thought I would cure it, only to find someone had been there before me.
The bottom screw has been cream crackered, virtually no head on it, would be the bottom one as you can't see what you are doing.
Tried an 'easy out' but as you can't see what you're doing, had no success.
Apart from breaking the bottom cowl, I'm at a loss of what to do.
:(
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The good news is the gasket has arrived!
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The good news is the gasket has arrived!
:y