Thermostat? - Page 4

BrainKing · 16th October 2013, 22:49

Ok so you would say the cheapest way to do this is like this:

Phone garage and ask despite the failed pressure test, why was the coolant boiling over?

Make sure fan is working on demist
If not, fix this.

Replace coolant pipes and silicone hose with bleed screw.
Failed pressure test anyway and coolant is leaking apparently.

If all fails still..then its the thermostat.
Replace this part and find 400 pounds for labour.

Thats a good routine or?

galaxyclass · 16th October 2013, 22:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by galaxyclass

Yes ask the garage, In my opinion they need to,

1. If there is a leak or damaged hose replace it,
2. Fill the system correctly with coolant,
3.Run the engine and check the low speed works on the radiator fan,
4.Check the thermostat opens at the correct temperature.

I would suggest in this order.

NigelOBB · 16th October 2013, 22:54

Check the pipe that runs along the bottom of the rad to as this can ro tony and perforate 😀

BrainKing · 16th October 2013, 23:00

Need to find a trusted trader I can get these parts from :/

Dragrad · 16th October 2013, 23:50

Thread moved to appropriate forum. Re-direct left in old.

BrainKing · 17th October 2013, 01:11

Number 19, is that my part?

http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-GRID001584

MrDoodles · 17th October 2013, 07:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrainKing

Number 19, is that my part?

http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-GRID001584

If it's the lower coolant pipes that sit behind the bumper that are leaking, then yes!

BrainKing · 17th October 2013, 07:57

Quoted 151 for the silicone hose and metal cooling pipe.

Inc delivery.

Sounds right??

NigelOBB · 18th October 2013, 16:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrainKing

Quoted 151 for the silicone hose and metal cooling pipe.

Inc delivery.

Sounds right??

Yip it's been change to stainless steel though

BrainKing · 21st October 2013, 15:25

All fixed!

Drove for about 30 minutes and seems fine. Temp gauge stays in the middle.

I do however occasionally smell a bit of burning or something but that will probably be down to mystery as the heater isnt on. No steam under the bonnet etc. Charged 81 for 2 hours labour + VAT.

Wasnt the thermostat in the end, was just leaking hoses so the coolant was going elsewhere.

Hopefully it stays good

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BrainKing Banned MG ZT+ 2003, 2.5 V6, 160bhp Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beccles Posts: 229 Thanks: 26 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	All fixed! Drove for about 30 minutes and seems fine. Temp gauge stays in the middle. I do however occasionally smell a bit of burning or something but that will probably be down to mystery as the heater isnt on. No steam under the bonnet etc. Charged 81 for 2 hours labour + VAT. Wasnt the thermostat in the end, was just leaking hoses so the coolant was going elsewhere. Hopefully it stays good Last edited by Dragrad; 14th November 2013 at 00:39.. Reason: consecutive posts - use the Edit ;-)

16th October 2013, 22:49	#31
BrainKing Banned MG ZT+ 2003, 2.5 V6, 160bhp Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beccles Posts: 229 Thanks: 26 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Ok so you would say the cheapest way to do this is like this: Phone garage and ask despite the failed pressure test, why was the coolant boiling over? Make sure fan is working on demist If not, fix this. Replace coolant pipes and silicone hose with bleed screw. Failed pressure test anyway and coolant is leaking apparently. If all fails still..then its the thermostat. Replace this part and find 400 pounds for labour. Thats a good routine or?

16th October 2013, 23:00	#34
BrainKing Banned MG ZT+ 2003, 2.5 V6, 160bhp Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beccles Posts: 229 Thanks: 26 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Need to find a trusted trader I can get these parts from :/

17th October 2013, 01:11	#36
BrainKing Banned MG ZT+ 2003, 2.5 V6, 160bhp Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beccles Posts: 229 Thanks: 26 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Number 19, is that my part? http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-GRID001584

17th October 2013, 07:57	#38
BrainKing Banned MG ZT+ 2003, 2.5 V6, 160bhp Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beccles Posts: 229 Thanks: 26 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Quoted 151 for the silicone hose and metal cooling pipe. Inc delivery. Sounds right??