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27th October 2021, 21:18 | #1 |
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One for the "K" series owners
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28th October 2021, 16:55 | #2 |
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Shame the K series has a tarnished reputation just because of a poorly designed/sourced original HG by the manufacturer.I suppose like all new engine design's,it's only when they have been in production a while that these issues come to light.Things are still not perfect regarding HGF but vastly improved from the factory fitted HG's.
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29th October 2021, 16:22 | #3 |
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I've seen this on youTube - it's been around for a while and like most tubers a nice juicy header is required to get the view count up, it's called click bait.
It's all a bit tiresome - I have a 1.8T and it pulls like a train and uses no oil or water - the only thing it does is have quite pronounced piston slap when cold which apparently is quite normal. And I don't believe I am just lucky. In ten years time somebody will still be cranking out the same old K series hg tales guaranteed. Ford CVH cambelt stories anyone? |
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I have experienced a few 1.8T engines with the Piston crown ring land area broken /eroded/chipped or missing causing ring rattle along with the piston skirt showing significant wear. Last edited by Lovel; 29th October 2021 at 16:36.. |
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29th October 2021, 22:21 | #5 |
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Mine does use oil & still needs a drop of coolant every week or so but is on 165k now & does still pull us along very nicely.
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30th October 2021, 10:11 | #6 |
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I’ve had a k series in my life since the 90’s. Love ‘em. I agree they would not be good for the ‘never lift the bonnet’ owners, as at some point they are likely to lose a bit of coolant. If you are sensible and check, you should spot the signs.
Regarding the vid, I’ve never turned a k over with unclamped liners like he does, and I still rate the elastomer gaskets as many old engines have low/ uneven liners, which MLS don’t work well with.
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