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Omega General Help / Re: Self levelling shocks

« on: 30 November 2017, 19:03:59 »

Cross checked against the gm parts catalog and now have a pair of original gm self levelling shocks for £209 which included shipping.
On another note some idiot side swiped front bumper, taking paint down to the bare bumper about 12 inches long. Now they’re denying it was them and I’m left with a £250 bill to repair it. Thanks

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Omega General Help / Re: Self levelling shocks

« on: 23 November 2017, 17:57:26 »

Think I’ll go with the gm listed ones as don’t need problems with Oe parts not fitting

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Omega General Help / Re: Self levelling shocks

« on: 22 November 2017, 20:43:53 »

Hmmm the ones on ebay are original just being cautious wondered if there was
Any dealers that had a good deal on at the moment

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Omega General Help / Self levelling shocks

« on: 22 November 2017, 20:30:35 »

Hi all
Cars been running nice since new head gaskets so thanks to all for the help.
Now need new shocks for MOT vauxhall part 72119085
Where can I get them Vauxhall quoted about £180 each with trade card.
Seen originals on German ebay for £190 for a pair inc postage but being cautious as if they're wrong or faulty means I'm longer with out the car.

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2

« on: 30 July 2017, 10:35:08 »

Air con was regassed but wouldn't blow out cold air. The bloke thinks the compressor clutch wheels not working so I asked him to empty it.
As goes self levelling I'm keeping it as standard so just wondered if there are other suppliers for the shocks

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Omega General Help / Omega 3.2

« on: 26 July 2017, 20:34:32 »

Hi all well after renewing head gaskets etc couple of problems.
Cars runs fine no pinking but need to replace rocker gaskets as the elring ones are leaking. No problem Vauxhall originals will be going on at some point.
1st problem is fault code 1500 know what it means but what's causing it as car accelerates etc as it should and where is it.
Next is it needs complete exhaust from manifold to the tailpipe (estate version) best place to buy one and maybe a link
Self levelling shocks been on the list for a while but was quoted by one vx dealer £189 each
Need someone who can help with solving air con as had it regassed nothing came out when turned on so they emptied the gas until I can get it working

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Omega General Help / Re: Dreaded 3.2 compression issue

« on: 05 July 2016, 19:47:48 »

Meant to say it looks like it's been burnt through.
There's no damage to Pistons or rings and no damaged or bent valves
Checked oil and water channels and look good

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Omega General Help / Re: Dreaded 3.2 compression issue

« on: 05 July 2016, 18:48:38 »

Problem found well sort of
Let down by a customer so nice weather get a start on the 3.2
Have drivers side head off and we have a bit of head gasket missing between cylinder 1 & 3.
I have taken photos to show you all.
Question now is the gasket looks good actually it looks really good for a car with 10500 miles on it.
What on earth would cause this break in between we're looking at about 1.5-2.0 MM. missing.
There's no rust on the gasket

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Omega General Help / Dreaded 3.2 compression issue

« on: 05 July 2016, 09:14:51 »

To everyone who's contributed with advice.
Thank you.
Reason I've not posted is that a few weeks back started to strip the engine but never got to the heads as Unfortunately my Mum broke both her legs so I've not been around or had time to get on with it,
I will however post the progress when I get time to get on with it.

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2 compression issue

« on: 09 June 2016, 19:08:50 »

Sorry for not posting earlier,
Right then 1st things first need to know how to post pictures
I'll take pictures on the I pad as I dismantle.
Will picture everything as i get to the heads feel if this will help anybody else then great.
Second I have tried 3 different coil packs so can't be these.
Third I've done about 10000 miles in the car from getting it.
This was owned by a women and ( no disrespect here to women) maybe she never checked things like water etc, maybe it run dry and overheated, blew the gaskets bit of k seal to cover the problem then get it sold to unsuspecting buyer.
I'm lucky that we have a company called power units in Hatfield who will pressure test the engine once it's out so at least I'll know if engines fuballed
I could scrap it but I need to know as on tick over it runs fine soon as you drive in gear it runs rough

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2 compression issue

« on: 06 June 2016, 19:07:12 »

Problem found at last
After months of frustration, bad backs money changing this part and that part this is what I've found?
Camera into cylinders 1&3 there's rust markings all around including the bottoms of the valves
Cylinder 5 is as you'd expect of a healthy engine
Not bothering with 2,4,6 as I'm going to strip it down
I believe that who I bought it from maybe put some K SEAL in it to disguise the problem as I recall there was no eml bulb in the car when I bought it
If engines gone then I'll strip it for parts unless someone has a better idea

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2 compression issue

« on: 19 May 2016, 20:12:00 »

Ok I'm in luck brother in law has inspection camera that he's kindly lent me so plan to look inside engine on Sunday weather permitting
I know that things aren't right but it still goes fast as f*ck
Took on board what everyone has said & can see a strip down coming on
Now need to put my mind at rest and feel knowing what's wrong will it would benefit people on the forum & stop others wasting money.
I.e changing bits that certain garages say are not working when there's clearly nothing wrong with the old parts.

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2 compression issue

« on: 18 May 2016, 21:09:00 »

Wow that really has sent a shiver down me and I didn't meet James yet.
I hope to god he will be ok & there's no long term problems
He'd e- mailed and text a couple of times to arrange to pop over next week to try help me resolve the problems with my car.
I'm thinking sod the car as life is precious and you never know what's round the corner
I wish him a speedy recovery and my thoughts are with him

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General Discussion Area / Re: Car Crash - In the wars

« on: 18 May 2016, 20:50:26 »

To James sorry to hear what has happened as with everyone else wish you a speedy recovery and fingers crossed your back on your feet soon

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Omega General Help / Re: Omega 3.2 compression issue

« on: 18 May 2016, 20:34:20 »

Right every one James v6cdx( think that's right) is coming over to help get to the bottom off the mystery hopefully
I appreciate every ones input and once she's running I can then start to do the minor restoration bits that need doing.
One thing that keeps me persevering is my insurance company has valued it at
Wait for it.............£1800
Double checked & they say they couldn't replace it so they feel as these are quite rare & hard to find that would get something of the same spec etc.