caddy mot failure
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caddy mot failure
Hey guys took the caddy for its mot Monday and it failed on a fair bit.
Basicaly all suspention mounts are badly corroded. And all need replacing along with a split catalystic converter and a badly repaired sill along rear.
Im in two minds now. I think it will cost alot in a garage so may sell car as spares repairs?
Could anyone give bit of an opinion weather Its worth saving?
Or would anyone want to buy it lol
Cheers
Basicaly all suspention mounts are badly corroded. And all need replacing along with a split catalystic converter and a badly repaired sill along rear.
Im in two minds now. I think it will cost alot in a garage so may sell car as spares repairs?
Could anyone give bit of an opinion weather Its worth saving?
Or would anyone want to buy it lol
Cheers
Dubpete- Posts : 115
Join date : 2010-11-22
Age : 31
Location : Gillingham,Kent
Re: caddy mot failure
Its got to be up to you buddy... how much do you like it?
I would look into how much the parts would be before you make any decisions...
We all know a bloody good welder, so there is most of the problem fixed!
I doubt you will get much for it without an MOT dude.
I would look into how much the parts would be before you make any decisions...
We all know a bloody good welder, so there is most of the problem fixed!
I doubt you will get much for it without an MOT dude.
ben- Posts : 650
Join date : 2010-11-22
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Location : the jungle that is gillingham
Re: caddy mot failure
I've had a little look for spare panels but can't find anywhere! There pretty rare. Yea kinda need ade or someone to look first and get their opinion.
Not got alot of dollar ATM so need to have a think!
I'd rather spend money on beetle but that's gunna have to wait abit
Cheers Ben!
Not got alot of dollar ATM so need to have a think!
I'd rather spend money on beetle but that's gunna have to wait abit
Cheers Ben!
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Re: caddy mot failure
whats needed on the beetle then? definately worth getting that done for the shows and stuff matey...
ben- Posts : 650
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Re: caddy mot failure
Handbreak is stuck on and I still can't get fuel to carb. Tryed blowing through and stuff. Managed to get petrol there then no more came.
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Re: caddy mot failure
never leave the hand brake on if the car not going to be used for more than a few weeks. i always leave mine off in the garage and just chock one of the front wheels.
You will probably find a few whacks to the drum with a hammer will brake it off, or once you get it running it will knock the brake off once you put it in gear.
If you cant unblock the fuel line with compressed air then run a new one in 6mm Kunifer tubing (copper nickel alloy). You'll either have to run it inside the car (normally on the other side to the brake pipe) or under the car.
You will probably find a few whacks to the drum with a hammer will brake it off, or once you get it running it will knock the brake off once you put it in gear.
If you cant unblock the fuel line with compressed air then run a new one in 6mm Kunifer tubing (copper nickel alloy). You'll either have to run it inside the car (normally on the other side to the brake pipe) or under the car.
Rob- Posts : 383
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Re: caddy mot failure
with regards to the fuel - could it be the fuel pump isnt working? does the fuel pump 'drag' fuel from the front? it does doesnt it?
It might be worth taking the tank out, emptying it of fuel and giving it a good clean out... im sure there is a little filter on the bottom plug hole in the tank that you might need to replace or give a good clean.... It could be continuosly getting clogged with shite if there is loads of shite in the tank.
Did you use a compressor to blow it out? i can bring mine round at some point if you want (although that seems to be playing up a bit at the moment!)
Let me know if you need a hand matey - i am really busy with the van and my old beetle at the moment but im sure i can spare a couple of hours at some point.
It might be worth taking the tank out, emptying it of fuel and giving it a good clean out... im sure there is a little filter on the bottom plug hole in the tank that you might need to replace or give a good clean.... It could be continuosly getting clogged with shite if there is loads of shite in the tank.
Did you use a compressor to blow it out? i can bring mine round at some point if you want (although that seems to be playing up a bit at the moment!)
Let me know if you need a hand matey - i am really busy with the van and my old beetle at the moment but im sure i can spare a couple of hours at some point.
ben- Posts : 650
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Re: caddy mot failure
I think it does yea. I've emptied tank n replaced filter yea. I blew through using my young lungs ha ha! But compressor could work. Im buisy this weekend but am free some evenings next week and next weekend. If I have no luck I may need a little hand yea that would be greattt
Cheers
Cheers
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Re: caddy mot failure
I doubt its nothing to bad, i will text you nearer next week as i should have a few free evenings if you do need a hand
Re: caddy mot failure
I'll try and pop around soon to have a look.
till- Posts : 261
Join date : 2010-11-21
Location : On a little bid of mud in the Thames Estuary
Re: caddy mot failure
That would be great cheers! Just had look at it now but doesn't look too bad. Maybe mot company done me over. Need an expert to look for me but nothing apart from wings looks rotten :/
Cheers guys!
Cheers guys!
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Re: caddy mot failure
Are you available any time today or tomorrow Ade?
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Re: caddy mot failure
I was in Medway today but was a bit pushed for time. I could swing by tomorrow eve. About 430?
till- Posts : 261
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Re: caddy mot failure
Ah cool. The truck is down my girlfreinds in Upchurch. Bit closer for you? I can guide you there cleaned it up a bit so you got better view of metal
Dubpete- Posts : 115
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Ok mate, text me the postcode.
till- Posts : 261
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Re: caddy mot failure
I've lost your number. If you still have mine drop me a text and il reply. Cheers
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