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by King Kenny
22 May 2022, 17:58
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Fuel tank
Replies: 3
Views: 487

Re: Fuel tank

It is only my personal view but I would never use underseal. If it were me I would paint it with red oxide primer from Wilco, then paint it any colour you want (Probably black).
 
by King Kenny
09 Mar 2022, 13:49
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Water in tailgate
Replies: 6
Views: 547

Re: Water in tailgate

I sympathise with you, Triggermala. I have exactly the same problem and assumed it was the window seals. I will check all the seals and badges, as Sarran suggests, when I get the van back from the Garage (Failed CT (MOT)).
 
by King Kenny
16 Sep 2021, 17:54
Forum: Campers
Topic: Gas Level Indicator
Replies: 5
Views: 873

Re: Gas Level Indicator

I don't carry a spare either. There are plenty of outlets where I can get a refill, but as an emergency I have a small portable that uses aerosol cans to see me through.
by King Kenny
10 Sep 2021, 18:17
Forum: Campers
Topic: Gas Level Indicator
Replies: 5
Views: 873

Re: Gas Level Indicator

I believe I'm right when I say the magnetic ones indicate a temperature difference between the cooler lower liquid gas layer and the warmer gas layer. The best way is to weigh the cylinder and take the result off the gross weight at full to give a total gas remaining weight. I think that is right. I...
by King Kenny
09 Sep 2021, 18:08
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Windows - Rust Dribbles
Replies: 10
Views: 812

Re: Windows - Rust Dribbles

 I used black Sikaflex piping it into the seal before fitting the seal and window into the opening. It was messy I recall but we didn’t have any leaks even though the surrounds beneath the seals weren’t exactly perfect to say the least.  I used Evo Stick 'Roof and Gutter' on my Morris Traveller. It...
by King Kenny
02 Sep 2021, 18:23
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Windscreen wipers
Replies: 6
Views: 551

Re: Windscreen wipers

Have you bought expensive wiper blades? My partner's Hyundai Kona was the same. It smudged on the drivers side on the downward stroke. I tried the best and expensive Bosh wipers and they were the same. I concluded that the better wipers were too stiff and the centre of the wiper applied little press...
by King Kenny
01 Sep 2021, 17:47
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rancid Burnt Smell
Replies: 7
Views: 573

Re: Rancid Burnt Smell

It could be the clutch friction pads or possibly the brake pads/ shoes stuck on. Hard to tell from here.
by King Kenny
21 May 2021, 18:17
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Regular E5 Petrol No Longer Available from September
Replies: 12
Views: 1257

Re: Regular E5 Petrol No Longer Available from September

We live in France and have used E10 for some time. The only problem as far as I can see is that E10 rots some rubber or plastic parts. The engine will run the same until some part or other rots away, such as fuel lines or carburettor floats. Both can be changed for E10 proof replacements. I have rep...
by King Kenny
26 Oct 2020, 19:36
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Greasy appearance on interior of glass
Replies: 15
Views: 2650

Re: Greasy appearance on interior of glass

Thanks I wonder if previously the dash/dashes had been sprayed with cleaner which has somehow contaminated the inside of the windscreen.  I don't use that stuff but previous owners may have. That is my theory. We bought the car second hand. I recon the dealers may have been over zealous with the da...
by King Kenny
25 Oct 2020, 18:26
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Greasy appearance on interior of glass
Replies: 15
Views: 2650

Re: Greasy appearance on interior of glass

My wife's Hyundai Kona suffered badly with just the thing you describe. I tried wet wipes, vinegar, meths and even shaving foam. Nothing shifted it. In the end, and out of desperation, I used clean dry wipes and rubbed the screen in small areas really hard. Bit by bit I successfully removed the film...
by King Kenny
26 Sep 2020, 12:06
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Temperamental Starter Motor
Replies: 12
Views: 1781

Re: Temperamental Starter Motor

Try cleaning the battery connections. If they are slightly corroded they won't let enough current through to turn the starter.
by King Kenny
17 Aug 2020, 20:06
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: What a difference a gearbox oil change makes
Replies: 14
Views: 2424

Re: What a difference a gearbox oil change makes

Thanks for that. I have never checked my gearbox oil in the ten years I have owned the van so I guess it is well overdue. I will put it on the Urgent to Do list.
:ok What oil did you use?
 
by King Kenny
20 Jul 2020, 17:57
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Hi all which is a better under body seal before i refit my gearbox stone chip, body Shultz, or wax oil???
Replies: 5
Views: 1517

Re: Hi all which is a better under body seal before i refit my gearbox stone chip, body Shultz, or wax oil???

I spray/paint Waxoil under my van. I do not like underseal as it tends to dry out and rust underneath. But that is just my preference. I have done the same to my Morris Traveller that I have owned for forty years.
by King Kenny
15 Jul 2020, 15:00
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Battery or Alternator trouble?
Replies: 11
Views: 2798

Re: Battery or Alternator trouble?

Difficult to say for sure, but I would suspect the battery. You could take the battery to a garage who can do a drop test on it and give you a good idea of its condition.
by King Kenny
05 Jul 2020, 17:53
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Stripped Pressure Switch Port
Replies: 5
Views: 1553

Re: Stripped Pressure Switch Port

It is difficult to say. My opinion is 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'. Keep an eye on it, but if it gives you concerns then investigate further.