Garage find...advice
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Post 384612 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 11:17:45
Morning all.
I recently bought a t5 of a friend of mine, he got it of a old boy who had parked it up on a garage for the last 3/4 years,
He got the car out, moted it and taxed it...drove it for a week or two and sold it to me...so my question.
What should i do next, i am going to drop the oil, do plugs, ht leads, air filter etc but do i need to do anything to the dizzy, auto box etc?
It runs well etc and drops down the gears well but i know its been stood for a long time.
Also the cam belt was changed in 61k i think (2008) and now it has 65k on it..should i change it again?
Thanks all
Post 384616 by JelT5 on 2011-06-08 11:21:54
Change the transmission fluid, also do the dizzy cap while you're there. Might be worth checking the pcv system too, as the pipe that runs on to the turbo inlet pipe gets brittle.
Belt should be ok for another couple of years unless it looks damaged.
HTH
Post 384641 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 13:59:35
Pcv system?
whats this then?
ta
Post 384645 by Porcine_Aviator on 2011-06-08 14:31:06
PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation.
Check the top mount, hand brake shoes on rear, they are on small drums inside the rear wheel and sometimes get missed.
Personally I would change the cam belt then you're sure it's done and you don't have to worry about it. Same for the aircon belt, and check the fluid level in the aircon pump. Regas the aircon, flush the rad and replace with new 50/50 coolant.
That should keep you going for a while :)
Post 384665 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 15:55:53
Super i will have a look for that then..is they a way to check it etc?
Also top mount i have just ordered a poly bush one as its already broken...sadly i dont have air con :-(
As for coolant...is it standard blue anti freeze and also is they a way to bleed them up?
ta
Post 384677 by Flatout Phil on 2011-06-08 16:50:59
Check the aircon because (and don't go to KockFit) it may be salvageable with a new accumulator and some leak sealant - go to an aircon specialist the job will cost about £150 although specialist will advise if the problem lies elsewhere.
That looks a cracking find BTW.
Post 384741 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 18:47:11
Thanks guys, trying not to use it now until
Bush comes and can change oil etc, as for aircon
I cant see a switch for it so guess i dont have it
Also talking of air filters, do u guys recommend
A induction kit or just a panel filter? My plans are
Exhaust, air filter of some sort and a remap. Of course this is all
When i can afford it. I was thinkin of a dump valve but think
It might sound daft on a auto, wht do you lot think?
Thanks
Post 384798 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 21:15:02
Also..sorry to be a pain....is they a fix for the ignition as when i start it the abs light stays on and the lights dont come on until i wiggle the key some times...anyone know how to fix this?
Ta
Post 384807 by Jamest5r on 2011-06-08 21:28:07
[quote=Yorkshiresxi;384798]Also..sorry to be a pain....is they a fix for the ignition as when i start it the abs light stays on and the lights dont come on until i wiggle the key some times...anyone know how to fix this?
Ta[/quote]
Yeah you need a new switch thingy (dont know the technical name lol) that goes behind the barrel, ive got a spare lying around if you want to try it £10 posted, if it dont solve the problem send it back and ill bin it :)
Post 384813 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-06-08 21:36:31
seen your car pics abay link you dont have a/c mate as it beside the air recirculate swith on the heater control panel ,,or in your case isnt,lol and as for your ignition switch just turn it back slightly shouldnt require a wiggle lol
Post 384820 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-08 21:54:02
brilliant guys thanks very much..so what do you guys think to induction kits or panel filters...which would you recommend?
ta
Post 384821 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-06-08 21:59:18
i have the bsr induction kit and surround,lovely bit of kit and very popular in here,does give a lovely recirc wossh on liftoff tho im manual,also led to believe that the turbo is more responsive as it spools slightly earlier with the induction kit there is vids on youtube for induction kit sound,
Post 384902 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-06-09 10:28:40
Brill i will have a listen on youtube then...just didnt want it sucking too much heat and dropping a few extra horses.
Thanks again
Post 394645 by M-R-P on 2011-07-14 10:50:44
If you go for an induction kit, make sure you enclose it and fit a cold air feed to avoid pulling - in hot air from the engine bay. Also check your wastegate isn't seized, standing on a driveway for a while doesn't do them any good (if you can get your hands in) grab the actuator rod with both hands and give it a good pull towards the turbo and let it go again. It only needs to move a little. If it seems solid or sticks a bit, it will need the heatshield off and a liberal dose of plusgas and some tapping with a toffee hammer to free it. (then you could shorten the actuator arm to give you more boost but this method is subject to many opinions which I'm sure this post will stir-up shortly...)
Post 394653 by mightywolf on 2011-07-14 11:31:03
[quote=Yorkshiresxi;384641]Pcv system?
whats this then?
ta[/quote]
easy way to check if the pcv needs doing is to pull the dipstick out while the engine is running and warm. If you get smoke/steam coming out it needs doing.
Post 395060 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-07-15 20:13:09
thank you chaps...to be honest, cant see the benift in the induction kit at the moment, so think i am going to put another air feed in the the box, as for the other thing..will get her warmed up and check the dip stick.
Thank youuuuuuu
Post 396242 by WOODY T5 on 2011-07-19 16:14:40
yes it would work well with the 16t mate
Post 396250 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-07-19 16:37:46
brilliant will put a offer in then. thanks
Post 396253 by greeleyt5 on 2011-07-19 16:57:39
[quote=Yorkshiresxi;384741]Thanks guys, trying not to use it now until
Bush comes and can change oil etc, as for aircon
I cant see a switch for it so guess i dont have it
Also talking of air filters, do u guys recommend
A induction kit or just a panel filter? My plans are
Exhaust, air filter of some sort and a remap. Of course this is all
When i can afford it. I was thinkin of a dump valve but think
It might sound daft on a auto, wht do you lot think?
Thanks[/quote]
Yes mate go for a dump valve mine has one and it's auto still sounds great and will help your turbo a little just make sure u get a proper kit that has the blanking plate, tish tish.
Post 396261 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-07-19 17:27:25
hmm will have a look for a dump valve maybe when the funds come up, i have just done the run it warm and remove your dipstick test and shes smokin...so how long have i got to change the pcv system, i mean if i leave it a month what damage will it do? Is it a job that needs doing tomorrow or if i do it nxt month will it be ok..
ta
Post 396567 by Yorkshiresxi on 2011-07-20 12:48:55
Me again....
Couple of things, Been speaking to a top chap on ebay, who is from here - T5 ROB and he said best thing to do is unplug the PCV system and pull the pipe out so it doesnt have any back pressure, so will be trying this unless anyone says noooooo
Also...been offered exhaust manifold from two vehicles but the bloke who is selling them isnt much help..so would be better for my 850..a manifold from a 2001 2.4 s60 T S or a 1998 C70 T5 GT auto...
Or will they both be the same as what i have now.
Thank u
Post 396594 by martybelfastt5 on 2011-07-20 14:15:03
t5 rob should know as he had a pretty sorted 850 t5 in gold it was a beaut!!