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by Axsices
Thu Aug 20, 2020 1:36 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Mazda Launch New 2020 Bongo Van
Replies: 7
Views: 3345

Re: Mazda Launch New 2020 Bongo Van

Oh my goodness!!! 😱
by Axsices
Fri Aug 07, 2020 12:15 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: A slight twist to the "bleeding method"
Replies: 47
Views: 15852

Re: A slight twist to the "bleeding method"

Hello 👋 I am putting together one of these kits, luckily I work in a hose/hydraulics shop! The clear plastic hose attached to the bleed pipe- can anyone confirm the inside diameter is 10mm? I’ve got a good thick hose here that would do the job. It won’t kink so I was going to bend it around the hand...
by Axsices
Thu Aug 06, 2020 7:16 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: possible propshaft universal joint going
Replies: 7
Views: 2121

Re: possible propshaft universal joint going

Have you checked your ATF for the right level/colour/smell?
That should be your first port of call 👍👍
Mind and check it hot
by Axsices
Wed Jul 29, 2020 8:22 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: possible propshaft universal joint going
Replies: 7
Views: 2121

Re: possible propshaft universal joint going

Hi,
When my rear prop died, it was the UJ that failed, it vibrated like a bugger over 20mph though!
My local garage removed the rear prop and sent it to Eurodriveshats to be fixed, in all they took £150 for the removal/repair/refit.
Been fine since...
by Axsices
Mon Jul 27, 2020 8:21 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: self bleed kits?
Replies: 12
Views: 5724

Re: self bleed kits?

So... I’m thinking that, if the self bleed kit Pipe was removable at the bulkhead? I think it’s called? You could seesaw with the bleed pipe then plug it back into a bulkhead connector. Then you would have the best of both worlds wouldn’t you? You’ve removed any potential air locks and if you spring...
by Axsices
Fri Jul 24, 2020 3:34 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Re: Head gasket? Sniff test

Many thanks for all your replies, I went off camping for a few days there to cleanse the soul ♥️
I will order another test and fit both the coolant alarm and engine temp sensor while he is resting up just now, can’t do any harm 👍
by Axsices
Tue Jul 21, 2020 11:02 am
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Re: Head gasket? Sniff test

Thank you, I’m in Ayrshire There are one or two garages in the Glasgow and surrounding area, a few other Scottish owners have recommended but I’m not sure they do head gaskets... Campers Scotland are a no, Calder's campers seem to only Do vans they have sold. The place I got van from Direct Campers ...
by Axsices
Mon Jul 20, 2020 5:26 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Re: Head gasket? Sniff test

Hi, Thank you for your replies, I was told it was a sniff test performed, it was a tube with black rubber stopper top and bottom so maybe it was a bock test? It’s liquid was dark.. It’s the right cap on rad and expansion tank. I may take it a run later but to be honest, I’m scared to run it in case ...
by Axsices
Mon Jul 20, 2020 4:01 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Re: Head gasket? Sniff test

Hi, Radiator top split last summer, was under warranty from 11months Bought before (same issue) so Replaced just under a year ago and been running fine since. No issues with overheating at all. Did a thorough check of all the pipes yesterday and the radiator top hose S shape to The bottom metal pipe...
by Axsices
Sun Jul 19, 2020 4:32 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Re: Head gasket? Sniff test

Hello,
Thank you for your reply, I was thinking of flushing my coolant and refill/rebeleed (which I have never done before 😬) and buying a kit of the internet to retest it...
I’m quite far from a garage (a knowledgeable Bongo one at least)
I’ve been avidly watching the YouTube bleed programs
by Axsices
Sun Jul 19, 2020 2:35 pm
Forum: Techie Stuff
Topic: Head gasket? Sniff test
Replies: 13
Views: 4600

Head gasket? Sniff test

Hi everyone, I’ve had my beloved van for nearly 5 years with no trouble at all, last year I sent it to BS for sills/arches/spray/rocker cover/slam panel/crossmember/new wings/welding rear quarters/tailgate and lots of other bits n bobs... It has never over heated, never lost coolant (when I’ve had a...

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