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Help! We need the van to work by tonight. Were based in salford, can anyone recommend a machanic that can come out to us???

He he he.

Sorry I can't help you. I'm just picturing a portable mechanic. A little fella that folds up and fits in your pocket.

Anyone know a "mobile" mechanic in the Mahester area?

72BUG wrote:He he he.

Sorry I can't help you. I'm just picturing a portable mechanic. A little fella that folds up and fits in your pocket.

Anyone know a "mobile" mechanic in the Mahester area?

Now that made me laugh! Bit like a swiss army knife!!

Anyway free bump to the top for someone in need - good luck.

If I could make a pocket mechanic I'd be very well off

Imagining that little walls sausages dog "He's just a bloke really"

But seriously I need help, like asap. I'm gonna be in so much trouble if I cant get it on the road.

Join AA home start?

you already have membership...can you extend it?

did you try any of the methods suggested on the other thread?

regards

Emma

Whats the problem phone me I may be able to help you out with someone

I've tried charging the battery, its firing but not catching, spoke with a mechanic first thing who suggested a few things it could be connected to the fuel pump - pipes incorrectly attached (I dont think its that as I was watching when my other half attached it) wrong part, etc. The local mechanic thought he could fit us in but I've just spoken to them and now they dont think they can come, calling round mobile mechanics now.. booked or very expensive. The baby is doing one as he's teething and I'm just about to crack up I think.

Hi, what engine is it?

just read your other post, looks like 1.9 DG with the mechanical pump. What's the urgency do you have a ferry crossing to make or something?

We are the support vehicle for Macmillian cancer support lands end to John o grotes cycle ride leaving tomorrow morning. I've spoken to another mechanic who thinks def something to do with the fuel line or pump.

sorry Hacksawbob yep its the 1.9 petrol.

Have you tried to see if there is a spark at the plugs?
Is there a smell of fuel in the cylinders when you remove a plug?

have you checked the fuel filter under van near drivers door? also have you checked the fuel suppl at the carb?

I had a problem with the push rod on the fuel pump, which foxed me for a while.

It siezed in the plastic flange (the engine had overheated and I guess the flange warped). The cam pushed it up but the spring in the pump wasn't strong enough to push it down again.

Easy to check, remove the fuel pump, remove the plastic flange and make sure the push rod moves up and down freely. If not you need a new flange, or as it's an emergency remove the push rod and try to clean it up so it moves freely, don't forget it needs to be greased when refitting.

Rich