If it is the Orange(and ? colour) one from the thermo switch, it could be masking an issue with the temp sensor for the compressor....
Usually to mask the problem, that wire is earthed to foul the EC into thinking all is hunk dunky temp wise with the compressor - short cut way to start a fire if you ask me!!
Usually to mask the problem, that wire is earthed to foul the EC into thinking all is hunk dunky temp wise with the compressor - short cut way to start a fire if you ask me!!
Noticed a wire cut and spliced onto another in the pics. If it's the one the orange wire from the compressor should plug into and it a has been spliced to earth. The thermo switch is more than likely knackered. Check continuity from Orange wire to Black wire on compressor. If there is non switch is stuffed.
Valiante
New Member
Well spotted, I didn't even see that.. yeah the cut wire is indeed meant to go to orange but appears to be joined with the black. I wonder if that was done before the compressor was replaced. Will test continuity on the compressor when home from work tonight. Cheers!
Valiante
New Member
Missed this question before. The piston was only slightly greasy. That's a fingerprint off my grubby paws you can see on the piston seal - it was dry when I first took it apart.
Valiante
New Member
Just reading your blog, Ant.. (ok, off topic I know, but I'm bored at work and it's my thread) 
We went to the IoW earlier in the year too.. but I have to say, it sounds like you found some far more interesting places to visit than we did - I may have to go back and check out the tiger sanctuary..! Although next time it'll be with our boy (first child).. gulp.
We went to the IoW earlier in the year too.. but I have to say, it sounds like you found some far more interesting places to visit than we did - I may have to go back and check out the tiger sanctuary..! Although next time it'll be with our boy (first child).. gulp.
Just reading your blog, Ant.. (ok, off topic I know, but I'm bored at work and it's my thread)
We went to the IoW earlier in the year too.. but I have to say, it sounds like you found some far more interesting places to visit than we did - I may have to go back and check out the tiger sanctuary..! Although next time it'll be with our boy (first child).. gulp.
Woohoo my first visitor, only started it a couple of days ago thought I would journal my rangie owning experiences etc.
I am looking to fill it with info on my previous rangies, and titbits of info I have found, etc.
Been to the island before but that was a while ago, unfortunately we were supposed to go with my parents as a family holiday but mum had to have her leg amputated due to complications on a vein op in her leg so that kinda shock things up a bit.
Plenty to see and do on the island, grab leaflets on the ferry and I thoroughly recommend the owl and falconry centre, not very big, but the displays are brilliant.
Valiante
New Member
Yeah, I gathered it was new - I'll look forward to seeing some stuff on your old P38's
Jeez mate - sorry about your mum - hope she's ok otherwise, all things considered.
I'll be sure to keep your site bookmarked, be good to see how the trip turns out - and I can refer back to it next time we head down there.
Jeez mate - sorry about your mum - hope she's ok otherwise, all things considered.
I'll be sure to keep your site bookmarked, be good to see how the trip turns out - and I can refer back to it next time we head down there.
Grit Valve
2000 4.6 Vouge
Amazing how you learnt so quick from nothing to a rebuild you must change jobsHa! RTFM. Brilliant. Can't tell you how many times a day I'd like to say that to my idiot users, so I feel your pain. Sorry for being so dense.
You're quite right, although to be fair I'd already bought the fronts before starting the thread, but I take your point.. it was my stubborn choice. But even without the expense, which isn't my main issue, it's still a lot of effort to get the system working on the old girl.. I'm just voicing my wonderment whether I made the right decision to even go down this road.
Don't mean to sound as though I'm complaining, and I want you to know I appreciate all your advice. I'm just frustrated at my own lack of competance and progress. Plus my two week old son is making me grouchier than normal.
Valiante
New Member
Thanks, I think..
It's funny, I've always found the prospect of doing something I've never done before far more daunting than when I actually get stuck in to the task itself. Confidence in my own ability has always been my biggest problem. That's why it took me a few more years than it should have to get around to starting my company. But that I did last year, so changing jobs is no longer an option
Grit Valve
2000 4.6 Vouge
Thanks, I think..
It's funny, I've always found the prospect of doing something I've never done before far more daunting than when I actually get stuck in to the task itself. Confidence in my own ability has always been my biggest problem. That's why it took me a few more years than it should have to get around to starting my company. But that I did last year, so changing jobs is no longer an option
I been pulling my cars to bits for years I still usually threat thinking of all the possible scenarios but usually it's fine . I find the smaller the nut and bolt the more the risk of snapped rusted rounded Puzzles to solve well, good on you your smile when your mission is accomplished .
OK i won't. But don't forget when you get your new one reconnect the wire that has been cut and earthed if it is the one that goes to the Orange wire..
Valiante
New Member
New compressor arrived yesterday, fitted it this morning with orange wire reconnected, let it run with tailgate and a door open, ran for 7 mins then stopped! Raised rear axle up to springs, fitted the bottom clips, closed all doors and set suspension to high. Hey presto! Up she went in an instant. Re-fitted all the wheels and took her for a test drive.. perfect! The true test now will be whether she stays up, but so far so good.
Thanks again all, I learned a lot.
Thanks again all, I learned a lot.
New compressor arrived yesterday, fitted it this morning with orange wire reconnected, let it run with tailgate and a door open, ran for 7 mins then stopped! Raised rear axle up to springs, fitted the bottom clips, closed all doors and set suspension to high. Hey presto! Up she went in an instant. Re-fitted all the wheels and took her for a test drive.. perfect! The true test now will be whether she stays up, but so far so good.
Thanks again all, I learned a lot.
Nice one well done.
Valiante
New Member
So, despite the improved ride, noticable lack of rattles (unexpected but welcome) and a very responsive EAS with regards to ride-height adjustment, I seem to still have a slow leak; The car's sinking at the front off-side corner, as before. At least when I start the car now it shoots straight back up to normal height (or wherever I left it), which used to take several minutes - so that's a big improvement.
So obviously I need to sort this before it knackers the new compressor, and will need your invaluable advice once again. Should I start a new thread?
So obviously I need to sort this before it knackers the new compressor, and will need your invaluable advice once again.
Should I start a new thread?
Grit Valve
2000 4.6 Vouge
No.time for soapy water in a spray container to check for leaks put in the highest mode when checking for leaks.good luck
