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Old 06-07-2012, 09:55 PM
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Update; The bonnet cable wasn't broken as it appeared at first. We finally managed to undo the bonnet catch through the grille and found that the cable had been cut and joined to a remote boot release solenoid that was defunct. So one can only assume the bonnet has not been opened for quite some time!

Pressure tested the cooling system and found the system to be sound other than a leak from the heater core inside the cabin. Step one is to by-pass the core to determine if any other damage has been done to the engine when it overheated. At this stage it appears to be ok, so finger's crossed. Later on the owner can elect to repair the heater core but be warned it is a massive undertaking on a SVX. It would probably make more sense on an old car like this to rug up with more clothes in winter!!
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You the man! I'll be sure to bring you some decent coffee when I rock up to pick it up xD
As for the heater core, if it needs the attention then give it. I want to maintain most of the luxury aspect of this car. So getting the AC and heater to full operating spec would be ideal.
I'd appreciate any updates to costs as it will give me an idea of how to organise my funds for other things.
While it's there, I might as well ask if a transmission cooler could be fitted.
I also have a list of other things I'd like to replace on the car, if you don't mind me asking. I might as well throw in what I can while it's there.
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If I can teach Dave to make good coffee, will I get a discount? :P
I Worked with Dave for 3 years. He will ALWAYS make shit coffee....
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WOO!
You the man! I'll be sure to bring you some decent coffee when I rock up to pick it up xD
As for the heater core, if it needs the attention then give it. I want to maintain most of the luxury aspect of this car. So getting the AC and heater to full operating spec would be ideal.
I'd appreciate any updates to costs as it will give me an idea of how to organise my funds for other things.
While it's there, I might as well ask if a transmission cooler could be fitted.
I also have a list of other things I'd like to replace on the car, if you don't mind me asking. I might as well throw in what I can while it's there.
Apart from the fact that the part is probably obsolete you really have no idea what a dash out job on an obscure car like this is going to cost you, put up with the stink of cooling fluid in the winter which until now you hadn't noticed and keep an eye on the coolant then re-route/bypass for the warmer months.
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Apart from the fact that the part is probably obsolete you really have no idea what a dash out job on an obscure car like this is going to cost you, put up with the stink of cooling fluid in the winter which until now you hadn't noticed and keep an eye on the coolant then re-route/bypass for the warmer months.
Looks like I'm gonna have to keep myself warm with the cigarette lighter.
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Old 07-07-2012, 08:26 PM
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will need one of those electric windscreen blower things or try the aircon if it works
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Go look under the front drivers seat of a 60 series GX Landcruiser, cute little box you can re-route your pipes to which even has it's own fan from memory, shove it on the passenger floor and point it toward you
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Sell car, buy a MY99/MY00 WRX with the savings on fixing this one

ps: I'm kidding, I actually quite like these things!
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Got in touch with Doug today. The car is ready to roll off.
Cost is a tad under $400.
Engine is completely fine. Only a blown hose and damaged heater core.
More details once I get the papers.
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ps: I'm kidding, I actually quite like these things!
You may have a chance to see it yourself, Sam. I'm due to pass probation on the 11th and I would be strongly considering purchasing property afterwards.

So if your link in your sig about mortgaging is factual, then I may just give you a buzz.
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Good to hear the sploodging was only minor.
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