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Chat Area => General Car Chat => Topic started by: Michael v6 on 30 June 2011, 17:40:48
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
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I've spend 800 euros just for "even think about" passing MOT. Plus four summer tyres, but she's worthy.....
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
True, that is the dilemma we have with swmbo estate, great body and general condition 1998 so worth 2d, and going to need all new discs and pads for MOT in September, which I accept are service items, but..... :-/ :-/ :-/
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
True, that is the dilemma we have with swmbo estate, great body and general condition 1998 so worth 2d, and going to need all new discs and pads for MOT in September, which I accept are service items, but..... :-/ :-/ :-/
But look at the trouble you had with your new one when you got it ;) ;)
Mind you... Now it's sorted you could give it to her and get yourself one with a full compliment of cylinders :-X ::) :D
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
True, that is the dilemma we have with swmbo estate, great body and general condition 1998 so worth 2d, and going to need all new discs and pads for MOT in September, which I accept are service items, but..... :-/ :-/ :-/
But look at the trouble you had with your new one when you got it ;) ;)
Mind you... Now it's sorted you could give it to her and get yourself one with a full compliment of cylinders :-X ::) :D
Absolutely... :( and funnily enough that move had crossed my mind, and swmbo when her car stalled last weekend, she accused me of putting a curse on it... :D :D :D
Still have a couple of niggles for you to sort out at the Lakes, just to keep your hand in and help your recuperation... :y :y
Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
True, that is the dilemma we have with swmbo estate, great body and general condition 1998 so worth 2d, and going to need all new discs and pads for MOT in September, which I accept are service items, but..... :-/ :-/ :-/
But look at the trouble you had with your new one when you got it ;) ;)
Mind you... Now it's sorted you could give it to her and get yourself one with a full compliment of cylinders :-X ::) :D
Absolutely... :( and funnily enough that move had crossed my mind, and swmbo when her car stalled last weekend, she accused me of putting a curse on it... :D :D :D
Still have a couple of niggles for you to sort out at the Lakes, just to keep your hand in and help your recuperation... :y :y
Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Yep... Do you? ::) ::)
I can supervise and teach you :y :y
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well today the bargin omega went in for the MOT. :-[
It failed on both front lower wishbone arms, n/s track rod end, 2 x front tyres, steering idler arm and rear brake pipe.
In all i suppose its not to bad considering, all parts now been ordered and just waiting for delivery :y
Given the price of Omega's would it not be cheaper to buy another one? where do we draw the line?...... :-/ :-/ :-/
But he might well end up with one even worse ;) ;)
True, that is the dilemma we have with swmbo estate, great body and general condition 1998 so worth 2d, and going to need all new discs and pads for MOT in September, which I accept are service items, but..... :-/ :-/ :-/
Don't forget, AndyC at Drive Vauxhall is still offering 10% off TC prices on complete disc/pad kits. Makes them very reasonable indeed! 8-)
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
That link is not working.....
I have looked at that Andy, but, when we had a problem a couple of years ago the auto electrician had forgotten to re connect something behind the dash, when pointed out he had is sorted in absolutely no time at all, so there must be a faster way, although I accept he knew what he was doing..... :-/ :-/
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
That link is not working.....
I have looked at that Andy, but, when we had a problem a couple of years ago the auto electrician had forgotten to re connect something behind the dash, when pointed out he had is sorted in absolutely no time at all, so there must be a faster way, although I accept he knew what he was doing..... :-/ :-/
Doesn't actually take long when you get used to doing it ;) ;)
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
That link is not working.....
I have looked at that Andy, but, when we had a problem a couple of years ago the auto electrician had forgotten to re connect something behind the dash, when pointed out he had is sorted in absolutely no time at all, so there must be a faster way, although I accept he knew what he was doing..... :-/ :-/
Doesn't actually take long when you get used to doing it ;) ;)
:y better get a bulb for you then.... :D :D :D
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
That link is not working.....
I have looked at that Andy, but, when we had a problem a couple of years ago the auto electrician had forgotten to re connect something behind the dash, when pointed out he had is sorted in absolutely no time at all, so there must be a faster way, although I accept he knew what he was doing..... :-/ :-/
Doesn't actually take long when you get used to doing it ;) ;)
:y better get a bulb for it then.... :D :D :D
Yep... I'll talk you through it ::) ::) ;D ;D
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Oh, and do you know how to replace a dash bulb?
Remove the dash ;) ;) ;) ::)
I'll look for the guide for you. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1152618876
That link is not working.....
I have looked at that Andy, but, when we had a problem a couple of years ago the auto electrician had forgotten to re connect something behind the dash, when pointed out he had is sorted in absolutely no time at all, so there must be a faster way, although I accept he knew what he was doing..... :-/ :-/
Doesn't actually take long when you get used to doing it ;) ;)
:y better get a bulb for it then.... :D :D :D
Yep... I'll talk you through it ::) ::) ;D ;D
:D :D :D I had better bring some tools then..... ::) ::) ::)
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That link is not working..... ......
It does ;)
(but didn't for about 30 secs when first posted ;D)
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I recon I've got it down to under 3 minutes now! :y
Try removing the complete dashboard... now that's another story!! Never again!! :o
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I recon I've got it down to under 3 minutes now! :y
Try removing the complete dashboard... now that's another story!! Never again!! :o
A pint says that LD can not beat that....... :y
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just an update, i manages to get all the parts excluding tyres for just over £80.
a good mate of mine has kindly given me 2 tyres which has has sitting in his shed for awhile so thats a huge saving for me.
i think £80 all in for the parts is good so add that to the cost of what i got the car for and i suppose it's still a bargin
all parts will be fitted myself and i have a 10 day free retest so fingers crossed all will be good in the end :y
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I recon I've got it down to under 3 minutes now! :y
Try removing the complete dashboard... now that's another story!! Never again!! :o
A pint says that LD can not beat that....... :y
I'll make that bet ::) ::)
You deliver the pint at the 3 minute mark ::) :D
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I recon I've got it down to under 3 minutes now! :y
Try removing the complete dashboard... now that's another story!! Never again!! :o
A pint says that LD can not beat that....... :y
I'll make that bet ::) ::)
You deliver the pint at the 3 minute mark ::) :D
I can manage that...... :D :D :D
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just an update, i manages to get all the parts excluding tyres for just over £80.
a good mate of mine has kindly given me 2 tyres which has has sitting in his shed for awhile so thats a huge saving for me.
i think £80 all in for the parts is good so add that to the cost of what i got the car for and i suppose it's still a bargin
all parts will be fitted myself and i have a 10 day free retest so fingers crossed all will be good in the end :y
result if all goes well, and you'll feel the difference with new wishbones i'm sure
read this thread, , but it was fully hi-jacked sorry for you mate
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just an update, i manages to get all the parts excluding tyres for just over £80.
a good mate of mine has kindly given me 2 tyres which has has sitting in his shed for awhile so thats a huge saving for me.
i think £80 all in for the parts is good so add that to the cost of what i got the car for and i suppose it's still a bargin
all parts will be fitted myself and i have a 10 day free retest so fingers crossed all will be good in the end :y
result if all goes well, and you'll feel the difference with new wishbones i'm sure
read this thread, , but it was fully hi-jacked sorry for you mate
Yes, I do apologise :-[ :-[ :-[ It was all that Vamps blokes fault ::) ::) ;D ;D
To the OP, that's actually not too bad as a fail sheet. Pretty much just consumable items on an Omega really :y :y
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yeah i got that feelin to of being hi-jacked too >:(, well its all good in the end.
going through the post i think with the amount of time i had to remove my clocks to try and repair the M.I.D. i have got it down to less than 5 mins before i have the M.I.D in my hand.
just my t'pence worth lol :y
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just an update, after waiting for nearly a week for the trackrod end to turn up, all parts are now been fitted and is booked in for a retest on monday so fingers crossed all is good :y
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Good luck,but I'm sure it will be fine :y
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fingers crossed for you :y