Oh, one of the shoes fitted. Those little pins with the springs were a nightmare!
The Z3 Bug!
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Once you get the springs on and the adjuster between the shoes the hold down pins are a doddle.
Tony.
Tony.
I'll take your word for it Tony, at one point I nearly had to get my angry jumper on, even shouting very loudly had no effectOnce you get the springs on and the adjuster between the shoes the hold down pins are a doddle.
Tony.
.Practice makes perfect I suppose though I'm in no rush to do it again any time soon.
Fitting a new pollen filter to the Galaxy tomorrow, looked in 'tinternet, how hard can it be
Did you remember to fit the shorter pin to the front of the calliper ? 
Joking... but I bet you were thinking for a moment then..
Joking... but I bet you were thinking for a moment then..
All done mate, haven't taken her out for a run yet though as the weather is pants. I'll see how I've done at my MOT when I get her booked in.Did you remember to fit the shorter pin to the front of the calliper ?
Only one advisory lady year, which I've had done, so touching wood. My wing man let me down though as he didn't get out of bed 'till about 2pm
What 2pm... Does he think he's in the Army.. !!! ( Waiting for Paul to comment... ) lol.
It's easy but fiddly plastics etc..did it once as I had the wipers off. Have a vacuum cleaner ready to clean out the area properly.Fitting a new pollen filter to the Galaxy tomorrow, looked in 'tinternet, how hard can it be
Also good time to check your suspension top mounts - water collects on them and corrodes them nicely..I wore brushed and painted them for a bit more life.
Here is a link to a great forum!that covers pretty much all things you'll need to know about the MK2 galaxy.
http://www.forum.fordmpv.com/smf2/f...xy-common-problems-(reference-library-index)/
This is a link to the guide I used to sort out the wipers (slow and not making a full sweep)
http://www.forum.fordmpv.com/smf2/f...rs-not-working-slow-judder-strip-and-rebuild/
Best not do this job if it's pouring with rain in case you run into problems and can't get the wipers going again! Unlikely as its a simple job but you know s@&t happens at the most inconvenient times!
Great links @Dino D , many thanks
Got it done today. 10 mins to get out and 30 mins to get in as it's all by feel. All looks not to bad for a 53 plate car which is a result. Got a very big garage so despite the rain I had her nose in next to my Zed to get the job done. A few ££££ in labour saved, which is nice.
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You will love it! Enjoy.
New water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing (cracked), coolant and belts. Another thing ticked off the list.
Oh, the little garage I use didn't have the tool for the fan so I stuck one of those on the bill. If anybody needs the use of it just give me a shout and we can sort out postage.
Heating is still a bit tepid when on Tickover though post this service and flush out. Now scratching head
Oh, the little garage I use didn't have the tool for the fan so I stuck one of those on the bill. If anybody needs the use of it just give me a shout and we can sort out postage.
Heating is still a bit tepid when on Tickover though post this service and flush out. Now scratching head
Good job on the cooling system. Check or delete that viscous fan..
My bet is still air in the system for the tepid heater.
Bleed and fill, bleed and fill and bleed and fill again (!) Raising the front a bit helps too apparently.
My bet is still air in the system for the tepid heater.
Bleed and fill, bleed and fill and bleed and fill again (!) Raising the front a bit helps too apparently.
Thanks @Dino D, blead it to death before it went in with no differance. Mechanic blead it also. I'll try the raising the front thing as you suggest. Very tepid on tick over at best on full heat and nice and toasty when driving.
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zedonist
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Heater valve sticking
Standby for bone question, but is that behind the centre consul?
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zedonist
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I'm pretty sure it's somewhere inaccessible
Thanks, I'll see what Google has to say.
So, had this lot put in today, which is nice.
Had them adjust my handbrake to as I'd lost the will to live trying myself. I now have a fully operational handbrake for the first time in 15 months, which is nice too. All bushes, springs and shocks checked and all good which must mean that the tramlining is down to the tyres? Bridgestone (on the front) and only 12 months old. On the down side, the radiator has sprung a small leak, this is not good for the "Bella" fund but on the upside I get a new radiator. Every cloud.
Oh, the Boss 'ain't happy this is a VERY bad thing 
Had them adjust my handbrake to as I'd lost the will to live trying myself. I now have a fully operational handbrake for the first time in 15 months, which is nice too. All bushes, springs and shocks checked and all good which must mean that the tramlining is down to the tyres? Bridgestone (on the front) and only 12 months old. On the down side, the radiator has sprung a small leak, this is not good for the "Bella" fund but on the upside I get a new radiator. Every cloud.
Oh, the Boss 'ain't happy
this is a VERY bad thing 
Any noticible difference in the drive Andy after diff and gearbox oil being refreshed or not enough distance to tell ?
That's something I have to do on mine,don't forget to check the filler plug cap will undo before draining the old stuff.So, had this lot put in today, which is nice.
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Had them adjust my handbrake to as I'd lost the will to live trying myself. I now have a fully operational handbrake for the first time in 15 months, which is nice too. All bushes, springs and shocks checked and all good which must mean that the tramlining is down to the tyres? Bridgestone (on the front) and only 12 months old. On the down side, the radiator has sprung a small leak, this is not good for the "Bella" fund but on the upside I get a new radiator. Every cloud.
Oh, the Boss 'ain't happy
Will be interested to know if you feel any details difference.
Steve
Only a mile back to home mate but I'll take her out for a long spin when time permits and report back mate.