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by donaldthomps
Tue Mar 03, 2015 9:56 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001
Replies: 16
Views: 4705

Re: Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001

11-371 on this drawing . the pulley is a 2 piece rubber bonded job they hve been known to split. http://lushprojects.com/bongopartsmk2/code=1100A&cat=a2ajra0b&vin=&imgno=.html. this is it on a diesel. http://www.igmaynard.co.uk/bongo/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=67443&hilit=2%2C5+c...
by donaldthomps
Tue Mar 03, 2015 3:41 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001
Replies: 16
Views: 4705

Burning Smell - 2lt Petrol Bongo 2001

Hi, I have got a burning smell coming from the underside of the Bongo after its been on a run. It's driving fine and changing gear OK, I have just come back from the garage after a service and they cannot find anything obvious. It's sort of a plastic smell, I'm not loosing oil and the drive is clean...
by donaldthomps
Sun Aug 03, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: Campervan Conversions in Bongos
Topic: Side Conversion with R/R Seat & Bed - Replace with 2 Seats
Replies: 5
Views: 2504

Side Conversion with R/R Seat & Bed - Replace with 2 Seats

Hi, we brought a 2001 Bongo that has a full side conversion and R/R Seat & Bed. Whilst its nice to have a bed that's really is only for 1, the seats are far from comfortable for the passenger, we came back from France last week after a 10 day holiday and had a passenger in the back for the trip,...
by donaldthomps
Fri Jul 11, 2014 7:42 pm
Forum: Pimp My Bongo
Topic: Bull Bars for New Shape
Replies: 1
Views: 1527

Bull Bars for New Shape

Hi, I would like find some bull bars for the new shape bongo - do they exist anywhere?

I have searched and found nothing.

Thanks
by donaldthomps
Thu Jul 03, 2014 12:43 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Whats the name of this exhaust gasket - see photo
Replies: 1
Views: 1393

Whats the name of this exhaust gasket - see photo

Hi, can anyone tell me the name of the gasket I need where the arrow is pointing to please?

http://1drv.ms/1j00JOr

I know it's leaking, when the LPG was adjusted a whole lot of white smoke came out of the exhaust and where the arrow was pointing..

Thanks
by donaldthomps
Sat Jun 28, 2014 8:30 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Squeal when you put your foot down in 2L 2001?
Replies: 9
Views: 2266

Re: Squeal when you put your foot down in 2L 2001?

wonkanoby wrote:look at the alternastor and a/c belts
I have replaced both the belts now, still got a squeal when you put your foot down - hoped it was sorted.

What else could I look at do you think?
by donaldthomps
Sat Jun 28, 2014 8:25 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Retro Fit Electric Blinds - 2001 Bongo?
Replies: 1
Views: 1098

Retro Fit Electric Blinds - 2001 Bongo?

Hi, just wondering if it's possible to fit electric blinds to mine.

Does anyone know if the loom is standard and would have the connections in place for them?

Thanks
by donaldthomps
Tue Jun 17, 2014 8:48 pm
Forum: Fancy Meeting up & Bongo Trips
Topic: July Trip to the South of France - what should take & prep?
Replies: 15
Views: 6441

Re: July Trip to the South of France - what should take & pr

If you are wanting to use the Toll motorways to get to your destination faster.... I'd recommend a toll tag.... from https://www.saneftolling.co.uk/ Sooooo much time saved at the booths and billed a month later..... obviously if you are using the RN's then you wont need one,but if you are heading S...
by donaldthomps
Tue Jun 17, 2014 8:15 pm
Forum: Pimp My Bongo
Topic: How do I remove the aero stickers safely from the doors?
Replies: 10
Views: 5317

How do I remove the aero stickers safely from the doors?

Hi, can anyone tell me how do I remove the aero / city runner stickers safely from the driver and passenger doors please?

Thanks, D
by donaldthomps
Mon Jun 16, 2014 10:33 pm
Forum: Fancy Meeting up & Bongo Trips
Topic: July Trip to the South of France - what should take & prep?
Replies: 15
Views: 6441

July Trip to the South of France - what should take & prep?

Hi, we are driving our Bongo to the South of France for 10 days in July. Having only had the Bongo for only 2 weeks and new to this, can anyone who have travelled in Europe share any tips and what we should be taking with us please? Will save us learning the hard way! We have a converted Bongo &...
by donaldthomps
Mon Jun 16, 2014 10:23 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Best Coolant Alarm to Fit to a 2lt Petrol with LPG?
Replies: 5
Views: 1677

Best Coolant Alarm to Fit to a 2lt Petrol with LPG?

Hi, can anyone recommend a good coolant alarm for a 2lt with LPG fitted?
Thanks
by donaldthomps
Sun Jun 15, 2014 5:46 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Help! I have a rattle in the engine area. Mansfield (2lt 01)
Replies: 1
Views: 1308

Re: Help! I have a rattle in the engine area. Mansfield (2lt

Update - I had a friend get to the bottom of the problem, the Power Steering Pulley was not running true, thankfully its not a ruined engine! Hi, just after a 200 mile return trip last night, I drove over a drain cover that was recessed slightly on the road - immediately after that a rattle started....
by donaldthomps
Sat Jun 14, 2014 9:52 am
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Help! I have a rattle in the engine area. Mansfield (2lt 01)
Replies: 1
Views: 1308

Help! I have a rattle in the engine area. Mansfield (2lt 01)

Hi, just after a 200 mile return trip last night, I drove over a drain cover that was recessed slightly on the road - immediately after that a rattle started. I'm no mechanic by the way.. looking at it this morning I found a long bolt was loose, I got a spanner to it and tighten it up, the noise is ...
by donaldthomps
Thu Jun 12, 2014 2:03 pm
Forum: Campervan Conversions in Bongos
Topic: Rock & Roll Rear Seat / Bed - Uncomfortable to sit on
Replies: 2
Views: 1835

Rock & Roll Rear Seat / Bed - Uncomfortable to sit on

Hi - we have a Bongo with Rock & Roll Rear Seat / Bed.

When in 'seat mode' passengers find it very uncomfortable and say they slip off the seat, has anyone else found this, or have a solution.. (hoping)..

Thanks
by donaldthomps
Sat Jun 07, 2014 8:41 pm
Forum: Campervan Conversions in Bongos
Topic: Leisure Battery Problems or Replace it?
Replies: 4
Views: 2382

Leisure Battery Problems or Replace it?

Hi, the leisure battery in our bongo is showing low in condition, I tried charging it up on a slow charger, but the charger said it was fully charged - so I guess it needs replacing? The current battery is rated at 75 A/H, is it worth spending a little more and getting a higher rated replacement? Ca...

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