12-08-2017, 12:25 PM
Right.. Down to ECP for a new Thermostat, let's have another go!
Basically, after thinking about it I didn't want to put new coolant in should the rubber O-ring on the bottom radiator hose be shot. Decided to do it properly a change the O-ring while the coolant was drained. Engine bat with radiator removed and lower hose visible on the far bottom left of the bay:
And some close up shots for you lucky folks who have one of these and aren't able to gain proper access..
You can clearly see the O-ring and notches on the nozzle where the metal cir-clip (coming later) sits to hold the hose in place.
The rubber O-rings can be purchased as a genuine item, unfortunately as a pack of ten, not expensive but just inconvenient. If you need one just drop me a private message.
The cir-clip that goes on the radiator to secure the hose in place.
(This should come with your newly purchased radiator)
Nozzle cleaned with wire brush, new O-ring on, replace your radiator same as removing and then secure with cir-clip.
Self explanatory - New thermostat.
Final task of checking all your points of possible leaks before filling up and bleeding (Just shout if you need info on bleeding but I'm sure most know what they are doing!). I use a no-spill funnel which also acts as the header/expansion tank and helps with bleeding. It comes with a plunger to plug the hole when your'e finished so minimal spillage when your funnel still has fluid in it like below:
Basically, after thinking about it I didn't want to put new coolant in should the rubber O-ring on the bottom radiator hose be shot. Decided to do it properly a change the O-ring while the coolant was drained. Engine bat with radiator removed and lower hose visible on the far bottom left of the bay:
And some close up shots for you lucky folks who have one of these and aren't able to gain proper access..
You can clearly see the O-ring and notches on the nozzle where the metal cir-clip (coming later) sits to hold the hose in place.
The rubber O-rings can be purchased as a genuine item, unfortunately as a pack of ten, not expensive but just inconvenient. If you need one just drop me a private message.
The cir-clip that goes on the radiator to secure the hose in place.
(This should come with your newly purchased radiator)Nozzle cleaned with wire brush, new O-ring on, replace your radiator same as removing and then secure with cir-clip.
Self explanatory - New thermostat.
Final task of checking all your points of possible leaks before filling up and bleeding (Just shout if you need info on bleeding but I'm sure most know what they are doing!). I use a no-spill funnel which also acts as the header/expansion tank and helps with bleeding. It comes with a plunger to plug the hole when your'e finished so minimal spillage when your funnel still has fluid in it like below: