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my meggy went for MOT and failed
« on: 30 June 2011, 17:40:48 »

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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #1 on: 30 June 2011, 18:10:58 »

I've spend 800 euros just for "even think about" passing MOT. Plus four summer tyres, but she's worthy.....
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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #2 on: 30 June 2011, 22:32:07 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #3 on: 30 June 2011, 22:34:22 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #4 on: 30 June 2011, 22:41:25 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #5 on: 30 June 2011, 22:43:05 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #6 on: 30 June 2011, 23:00:05 »

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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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« Reply #7 on: 30 June 2011, 23:02:13 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #8 on: 30 June 2011, 23:02:39 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #9 on: 30 June 2011, 23:04:03 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #10 on: 30 June 2011, 23:10:17 »

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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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« Reply #11 on: 30 June 2011, 23:12:04 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #12 on: 30 June 2011, 23:26:57 »

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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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« Reply #13 on: 30 June 2011, 23:31:00 »

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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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Re: my meggy went for MOT and failed
« Reply #14 on: 30 June 2011, 23:37:40 »

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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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